La Mesa City Council
November 12, 2025

LA MESA CITY COUNCIL AND LA MESA PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY AGENDA

A Regular Meeting of the City Council and a Special Meeting of the La Mesa Public Financing Authority

Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 6:00 p.m.

Location: City Council Chambers, 8130 Allison Avenue
La Mesa, California
Elected
Officials:

Mayor Mark Arapostathis
Vice Mayor Lauren Cazares
Councilmember Patricia N. Dillard
Councilmember Laura Lothian
Councilmember Genevieve Suzuki
City Treasurer Matthew Strabone
Staff: City Manager Greg Humora
City Attorney Glenn Sabine
City Clerk Megan Wiegelman
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Pages

1. CALL TO ORDER

1.1 INVOCATION - COUNCILMEMBER LOTHIAN

1.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

2. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS

3. COMMUNITY BULLETIN REPORTS

4. ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA

5. PRESENTATIONS

5.1 PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING RANDYE HEDGECOKE FOR

RECEIVING THE TRADE WOMEN BUILD NATIONS LIFETIME

ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

5.2 PROCLAMATION COMMEMORATING LA MESA FIRST UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH'S 130TH CELEBRATION SUNDAY

5.3 CITY TREASURER'S QUARTERLY REPORT 1

6. PUBLIC COMMENTS – (TOTAL TIME – 15 MINUTES)
NOTE: In accordance with state law, an item not scheduled on the agenda may be brought forward by the general public for comment; however, the City Council will not be able to discuss or take any action on the item at this meeting.

If appropriate, the item will be referred to Staff or placed on a future agenda.

7. CONFLICT DISCLOSURES

8. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CONSENT CALENDAR
This is the time in which members of the Council or audience may pull items from the CONSENT CALENDAR for discussion. Public Comments are also invited on Consent Calendar items.

9. CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items 9.1 through 9.17)
The Consent Calendar includes items considered to be routine. Unless discussion is requested by members of the Council or audience, all Consent Calendar items may be approved by one motion.
*If a public hearing item is part of the Consent Calendar, the public hearing shall be deemed held if the item is not removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion and possible action (Items 9.6 and 9.9).

Recommended Motion:

Approve Consent Calendar Items 9.1 through 9.17.

9.1 APPROVAL OF MOTION TO WAIVE THE READING OF THE TEXT OF

ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS AT THIS MEETING
Recommended Motion:

Approve.

9.2 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FOR THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR

MEETING, LA MESA PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY SPECIAL

MEETING, AND CITY OF LA MESA SUCCESSOR AGENCY SPECIAL
MEETING HELD TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2025
10 Recommended Motion:

Approve.

9.3 APPROVAL OF MOTION TO CANCEL THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SCHEDULED FOR DECEMBER 23, 2025
16 Recommended Motion:

Approve.

9.4 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH TOWNSEND
PUBLIC AFFAIRS, INC., FOR GOVERNMENTAL SUPPORT AND

GRANT WRITING SERVICES AND APPROVING A BUDGET
ADJUSTMENT TO APPROPRIATE $60,000 FROM THE GENERAL
FUND RESERVES IN FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026
17 Staff Reference: Ms. Lee
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

9.5 PERMIT AND DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY QUARTERLY UPDATE
(JULY 2025 - SEPTEMBER 2025)
54 Staff Reference: Ms. Santos
Recommended Motion:

Receive and file.

9.6 *2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE 58

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 EDITION OF THE
CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, TITLE 24 OF THE
CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, WHICH INCLUDES: (1) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE (WITH APPENDIX J)
INCORPORATING THE 2024 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE; (2) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE INCORPORATING THE
2024 UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE; (3) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE INCORPORATING THE 2024 UNIFORM
MECHANICAL CODE; (4) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE INCORPORATING THE 2023 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE; (5) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE INCORPORATING THE 2024 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE; (6) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE; (7) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA
EXISTING BUILDING CODE INCORPORATING THE 2024
INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE; (8) THE 2025
CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE; (9) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA
HISTORICAL CODE; AND (10) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA REFERENCED STANDARDS CODE; AND AMENDING TITLE 14 OF THE LA MESA

MUNICIPAL CODE AND ALL OTHER ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT

THEREWITH
Staff Reference Ms. Santos
Recommended Motion:

Approve the introduction and first reading of the Ordinance and schedule the second reading of the Ordinance and the required public hearing for Tuesday, December 9, 2025.

9.7 ACCEPTANCE OF THE CITY OF LA MESA HOUSING ASSET FUND

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND ADDENDUM TO THE ANNUAL
PROGRESS REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2024
71 Staff Reference: Ms. Esenwein
Recommended Motion:

Approve.

9.8 RESOLUTION AWARDING THE PURCHASE OF A PIERCE AERIAL

LADDER TRUCK FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT TO SOUTH COAST

FIRE EQUIPMENT
89 Staff Reference: Mr. Munzenmaier
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

9.9 *2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE 97

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 EDITION OF THE

CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, KNOWN AS THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF
REGULATIONS, TITLE 24, PART 9 (CCR, T-24, P-9),
INCORPORATING THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE, 2025 EDITION

PUBLISHED BY THE INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL, WITH

CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS, AND
AMENDING TITLE 11 OF THE LA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE, AND ALL

OTHER ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH
Staff Reference: Chief Koch
Recommended Motion:

Approve the introduction and first reading of the Ordinance and schedule the second reading of the Ordinance and the required public hearing for Tuesday, December 9, 2025.

9.10 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT

DISSOLVING THE REGIONAL COOPERATIVE CARE PARTNERSHIPS
109
Staff Reference: Chief Koch
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

9.11 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FIELD ALLOCATION AND USE

POLICY AND REPEALING THE EXISTING FIELD USE SCHEDULING
POLICY
121
Staff Reference: Ms. Thompson
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

9.12 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE AND

APPROPRIATION OF A GRANT FROM THE CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF

TRAFFIC SAFETY TO CONDUCT A LOCAL TRAFFIC SAFETY
PROGRAM FOR DUI ENFORCEMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2026
BUDGET
130
Staff Reference: Chief Sweeney
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

9.13 HOMELESS OUTREACH AND MOBILE ENGAGEMENT (“HOME”)
PROGRAM QUARTERLY REPORT (JULY 2025 – SEPTEMBER 2025)
158
Staff Reference: Chief Sweeney
Recommended Motion:

Receive and file.

9.14 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE REIMBURSEMENT OF PROJECT

EXPENDITURES AND APPROVING A RELATED CHANGE ORDER

FOR THE INFLOW AND INFILTRATION MITIGATION PROJECT,
PHASE 6 (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 8103), IN THE
AMOUNT OF $9,618,582
170
Staff Reference: Mr. Throne
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

9.15 RESOLUTION AMENDING CHAPTER 12.64 OF THE LA MESA

MUNICIPAL CODE TO DESIGNATE THE FOLLOWING STREET
SEGMENTS AS SAFETY CORRIDORS IN THE CITY OF LA MESA:
180
(1) VIOLET STREET FROM PEARSON STREET TO WAITE DRIVE
(VISTA LA MESA ACADEMY); (2) LOWELL STREET FROM

UNIVERSITY AVENUE TO NORMAL AVENUE (HELIX CHARTER HIGH
SCHOOL); (3) ORIEN AVENUE FROM NORMAL TO HELIX’S SOUTHWEST CORNER STUDENT PARKING LOT DRIVEWAY EXIT (HELIX CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL); (4) JUNIOR HIGH DRIVE FROM

CINNABAR DRIVE TO LOWELL STREET/ORIEN AVENUE (LA MESA
ARTS ACADEMY); (5) PARKS AVENUE FROM STURGESS AVENUE
TO NORMAL AVENUE (DALE ELEMENTARY); (6) OLIVE AVENUE

FROM STURGESS AVENUE TO NORMAL AVENUE (DALE
ELEMENTARY); (7) TOWER STREET FROM 70TH STREET TO TERRY LANE (ROLANDO ELEMENTARY); (8) MARYLAND AVENUE FROM

OAKLAND ROAD TO GUESSMAN AVENUE (MARYLAND AVENUE
ELEMENTARY); (9) LEMON AVENUE FROM GLEN STREET TO
JACKSON DRIVE (LEMON AVENUE ELEMENTARY); (10) GLEN

STREET FROM LEMON AVENUE TO GLENIRA AVENUE (LEMON
AVENUE ELEMENTARY); (11) MILDEN STREET FROM WATER
STREET TO WASHINGTON STREET (GROSSMONT HIGH SCHOOL);
(12) GREGORY STREET FROM HOWELL DRIVE TO HENDERSON
DRIVE (NORTHMONT ELEMENTARY); (13) PARK PLAZA DRIVE
FROM DALLAS STREET (PARKWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL); (14) EL

PASO STREET FROM JACKSON DRIVE TO LAKE MURRAY
BOULEVARD (MURRAY MANOR ELEMENTARY); AND (15) JACKSON

DRIVE FROM LAIRD STREET TO THE NORTH CITY LIMIT (MURRAY

MANOR ELEMENTARY)
Staff Reference: Mr. Throne
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

9.16 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH
OPENGOV, INC. FOR CARTEGRAPH ENTERPRISE ASSET

MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
198
Staff Reference: Mr. Throne
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

9.17 RESOLUTION AMENDING SECTION 12.44.130 OF THE LA MESA

MUNICIPAL CODE INSTALLING A DISABLED PERSONS PARKING
SPACE AT 4162 CHARLES STREET
208
Staff Reference: Mr. Throne
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

10. CONSENT CALENDAR - CITY COUNCIL AND LA MESA PUBLIC FINANCING

AUTHORITY
(Item 10.1)
The Consent Calendar includes items considered to be routine. Unless discussion is requested by members of the Council, the Financing Authority, or the audience, all Consent Calendar items may be approved by one motion.

Recommended Motion:

Approve Consent Calendar Item 10.1.

10.1 ACCEPTANCE OF BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT FOR THE CITY OF LA MESA
FOR THE YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2024
212
Staff Reference: Ms. Esenwein
Recommended Motion:

Approve.

11. STAFF REPORTS

11.1 SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED REGIONAL WASTEWATER

DISPOSAL AGREEMENT
353
Staff Reference: Mr. Throne
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolutions.
a. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SECOND AMENDED AND

RESTATED WASTEWATER DISPOSAL AGREEMENT AND

AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN THE AGREEMENT
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.
b. RESOLUTION APPROVING METROPOLITAN SEWERAGE
SYSTEM ADMINISTRATIVE AGREEMENT NO. 1 FOR

UNIFIED MANAGEMENT OF INDUSTRIAL WASTE

DISCHARGE PRETREATMENT AND ENHANCED SOURCE

CONTROL PROGRAMS
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution.

12. HEARINGS/ORDINANCES: FIRST READING

12.1 CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA ADDING A NEW SECTION 24.053.080.D TO

THE LA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE REQUIRING CITY COUNCIL

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE CANCELLATION OF AFFORDABLE

OR SENIOR HOUSING AGREEMENTS
490
Staff Reference: Ms. Santos
Recommended Motion:

Approve the introduction and first reading of the Ordinance.

13. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS

13.1 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION UPDATING COUNCIL

INITIATED AGENDA ITEM PROCEDURES
498
RESOLUTION RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2002-059 AND

ADOPTING A NEW RESOLUTION WHICH REQUIRES TWO

COUNCILMEMBERS (INCLUDING THE MAYOR) TO PLACE A

COUNCIL INITIATED ITEM ON THE AGENDA AND CLARIFYING
PROCEDURAL RULES RELATED THERETO; AND, REAFFIRMING

AN EXISTING POLICY (ADOPTED BY COUNCIL MOTION)

REQUIRING THAT THE COUNCIL SHALL ONLY CONSIDER ITEMS

REQUESTED BY THE PUBLIC WHICH DIRECTLY IMPACT CITY

ADMINISTRATION OR OPERATIONS
Council Ad Hoc Subcommittee: Mayor Arapostathis and Councilmember Dillard

14. COUNCIL INITIATED

14.1 CONSIDERATION OF REINSTATING THE LIBRARY TASK FORCE

TO HELP FACILITATE COMMUNITY AND STAKEHOLDER

ENGAGEMENT IN THE CIVIC CENTER UPDATE AND FUTURE

LIBRARY EXPANSION - VICE MAYOR CAZARES AND

COUNCILMEMBER SUZUKI
505

15. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS (3 MINUTE LIMIT)

16. AB 1234 REPORTS (GC 53232.3 (d))

17. CITY ATTORNEY REMARKS

18. ADJOURNMENT
PLEASE NOTE: Pursuant to La Mesa Municipal Code § 2.08.010, the second Council meeting in the month of November shall serve as a holiday recess. The next Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

REPORT to the MAYOR and MEMBERS of the CITY COUNCIL
From the CITY MANAGER
DATE: November 12, 2025
SUBJECT: Treasurer’s Report for the Quarter Ending
September 30, 2025
ISSUING DEPARTMENT: Finance Department – City Treasurer

SUMMARY
PORTFOLIO VALUE:

The City’s portfolio ended the quarter with a market value of $71,922,937. This represents a discount of $383,584 from par value, or purchase price. As the City maintains an Investment Policy that follows a strict “buy and hold” strategy, there is no economic gain or loss upon call or maturity. The City’s securities continue to earn interest at the stated rates through the dates of redemption.

LIQUIDITY:

Liquidity meets the statutory requirements with $33,137,521 in LAIF for immediate availability. “LAIF” stands for Local Agency Investment Fund, and is operated by the California State Treasurer to act as an immediate-access account for local governments and special districts in California.

EARNINGS:

Investment earnings from the invested portfolio of government agency bonds, corporate securities, and certificates of deposit, but excluding LAIF, for the current quarter collected from July 1, 2025, through September 30, 2025, total $411,885, which represents an annualized rate of 4.21%. Investment earnings from LAIF for the current quarter total $412,279, which represents an annualized rate of 4.98%. Combined, investment earnings were $824,164, representing a total annualized rate of return of 4.56% for this quarter.

Please note that this represents interest payments and dividends actually earned by the City during the quarter, and may not necessarily reflect all interest payments and dividends payable to the City for the current quarter, nor be representative of future quarterly performance, due to differing payment schedules and variable interest rates.

Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: November 12, 2025
Page: 2 of 5
City’s Strategic Goal
To maintain a financially sound and affordable
city government
SAFETY
Federal Agencies
 Carry the implied guarantee of the United States government Corporate Securities
 The City’s Investment Policy requires ratings of Double A (AA) or better Certificates of Deposit
 Guaranteed by the FDIC to $250,000
Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF)
 Managed by the California State Treasurer; consists primarily of U.S. Treasuries, government agency bonds, and other short-term investments.

LIQUIDITY
The City’s LAIF balance of $33,137,522 represents the City’s immediate cash and is 45.8% of the portfolio. Additionally, as investments mature, they can be reinvested at then-current rates or redeemed to provide additional operating cash. The invested portfolio of government agency bonds, corporate securities, and certificates of deposit has an average maturity of 1 year and 7 months with $12,481,000 maturing within one year for added liquidity.

EARNINGS
As noted above, the City’s portfolio earned $824,164 this quarter, representing an annualized yield of 4.56%.

Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: November 12, 2025
Page: 3 of 5

PORTFOLIO PROFILE
To achieve the City’s strategic goal, the City’s primary investment objectives, in order of priority, are: Safety, Liquidity, and Earnings. Key to each of these objectives is a well-diversified portfolio that minimizes credit and interest rate risk and provides necessary liquidity. The City’s portfolio is designed to meet these objectives as summarized in the following table which is presented at par values. This table represents the City’s holdings as of September 30, 2025:

Years to
Maturity
Government
Agencies
Corporate
Securities
Certificates
of Deposit LAIF Totals %of Portfolio
Interest
Rate
0 – 1 9,000,000 1,000,000 2,481,000 33,137,522 45,618,522 63.09% 1.42%* 1 – 2 15,000,000 0 3,962,000 - 18,962,000 26.22% 2.26%
2 – 3 1,000,000 0 2,476,000 - 3,476,000 4.81% 4.54%
3 – 4 1,250,000 0 0 - 1,250,000 1.73% 4.16%
4 – 5 3,000,000 0 0 - 3,000,000 4.15% 4.88%

Totals 29,250,000 1,000,000 8,919,000 33,137,522 72,306,522 100.00% Portfolio % 40.45% 1.38% 12.33% 45.83% 100.00%

Interest
Rate

2.19% 0.70% 3.53% 4.34% 3.32%

*Interest rate for assets with 0-1 years to maturity excludes LAIF

Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: November 12, 2025
Page: 4 of 5

PORTFOLIO ACTIVITY
During the quarter, four federal agency bonds matured, one certificate of deposit matured, and four federal agency bonds were called. No other holdings in the City’s portfolio matured, were called, or were purchased.

Federal Agencies Matured: Maturity Rate Par Value
FAMC 3 year 3.63% $1,000,000
FHLMC 3 year 4.00% $1,000,000
FNMA 5 year 0.56% $1,000,000
FNMA 5 year 0.65% $1,000,000

Certificates of Deposit Matured: Maturity Rate Par Value Bank Baroda 5 year 0.70% $249,000

Federal Agencies Called: Maturity Rate Par Value
FHLMCB 5 year 4.255% $1,000,000
FHLMC 5 year 5.05% $1,000,000
FHLB 5 year 5.15% $1,000,000
FHLMC 5 year 5.00% $500,000

Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: November 12, 2025
Page: 5 of 5

PORTFOLIO COMPLIANCE
The portfolio complies with California code sections concerning safety and liquidity in the investment of public funds. Investment strategies are based on liquidity requirements and interest rate projections and have been collaboratively determined by the City Treasurer, City Manager, and Director of Finance. The City Treasurer executes trades in accordance with these strategies.

Required Contents of Investment Reports
California Government Code Section 53646(b) suggests that the quarterly investment report of a local agency contain certain items. These items include the type of investment, the issuer’s name, the date of maturity of the security, the par amount of the instrument, the market value, and the dollar amount invested in each security. The source of the market value also should be included in the report. The report also must reference all funds that are under the management of external investment providers, such as investment advisors and investment managers. A local government’s quarterly report, if submitted, must state the portfolio’s compliance with the agency’s investment policy or manner in which the portfolio is not in compliance. Finally, the investment report must include a statement regarding the local agency’s ability to meet its cash flow needs for the next six months.

Accordingly, I advise you of the following facts in compliance with Government Code Section 53646(b):

1. The source of the valuations included herein is U.S. Bank, Saint Paul, MN 55107.

2. No funds are under the management of external providers or managers. Investment decisions are made by a consensus of the City Treasurer, City Manager, and Director of Finance.

3. The City’s portfolio remains in strict compliance with the Investment Policy of the City of La Mesa for FY 2024-2025.

4. The City of La Mesa’s investment portfolio more than adequately assures the City’s ability to meet its cash flow needs during the ensuing six months.

Reviewed by Respectfully submitted by
___________________________ ___________________________ Greg Humora Matt Strabone
City Manager City Treasurer
Attachments:

A - Schedule of Investments – Summary
B - Schedule of Investments – Detail

City of La Mesa
Schedule of Investments (Summary)
As of September 30, 2025
Issuer Type of Investment Maturity Date Par Value Book Value Market Value State of California LAIF 98-37-421 Demand 33,137,522 33,137,522 33,201,463 Federal Agencies U.S. Agency Obligations 02/2026 - 03/2030 29,250,000 29,248,500 28,799,863 Financial/Banking Institutions Certificates of Deposit 04/2026 - 09/2028 8,919,000 8,919,000 8,934,582 Corporate Obligations Medium Term Notes 01/2026 - 02/2026 1,000,000 992,425 987,030 Total 72,306,522 72,297,447 71,922,938
I certify that the investment of funds is in conformance with California Government Code section 53600. Those investments valued at below market cost will be held until maturity or until they can be sold without a loss. I also certify that the investment of funds provides the cash flow liquidity to meet the next six month's estimated expenditure requirements.

Matt Strabone, City Treasurer

City of La Mesa
Schedule of Investments, September 30, 2025
Type of Investment CUSIP Id Asset Short Name Issue Date Maturity Date Interest Rate Par Value Book Value Market Value CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 89235MKY6 TOYOTA FINL C D 0.900% 04/22/2021 04/22/2026 0.90% 248,000.00 248,000.00 243,935.28 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 02007GQQ9 ALLY BK UT C D 2.850% 05/02/2022 05/05/2026 2.85% 246,000.00 246,000.00 244,457.58 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 90348JQ29 UBS BK USA SALT C D 07/14/2021 07/14/2026 0.90% 249,000.00 249,000.00 243,357.66 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 30960QAS6 FARMERS INS C D 5.100% 07/26/2023 07/27/2026 5.10% 248,000.00 248,000.00 250,586.64 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 16141BAH4 CHARTWAY FED C D 07/28/2023 07/28/2026 5.25% 248,000.00 248,000.00 250,899.12 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 68584JAG4 OREGON CMNTY CR C D 07/28/2023 07/28/2026 5.10% 248,000.00 248,000.00 250,596.56 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 37424PAH7 GESA CR UN C D 5.250% 07/31/2023 07/31/2026 5.25% 248,000.00 248,000.00 250,921.44 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 67054NBL6 NUMERICA CR UN C D 07/31/2023 07/31/2026 5.20% 248,000.00 248,000.00 250,819.76 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 32022RSC2 FIRST FINL BK C D 3.250% 08/01/2022 08/03/2026 3.25% 249,000.00 249,000.00 247,869.54 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 70962LAE2 PENTAGON C D 0.850% 09/01/2021 09/01/2026 0.85% 249,000.00 249,000.00 242,384.07 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 14042RQB0 CAPITAL ONE NATL C D 11/17/2021 11/17/2026 1.10% 248,000.00 248,000.00 240,706.32 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 14042TDW4 CAPITAL ONE BANK C D 11/17/2021 11/17/2026 1.10% 248,000.00 248,000.00 240,706.32 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 07371CE88 BEAL BK USA C D 1.900% 02/23/2022 02/17/2027 1.90% 247,000.00 247,000.00 240,928.74 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 02589ABQ4 AMERICAN EXPRESS C D 03/09/2022 03/09/2027 2.00% 247,000.00 247,000.00 241,052.24 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 06740KPK7 BARCLAYS BK DEL C D 04/13/2022 04/13/2027 2.65% 246,000.00 246,000.00 242,083.68 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 58404DPC9 MEDALLION BK C D 3.200% 05/24/2022 05/24/2027 3.20% 249,000.00 249,000.00 247,025.43 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 20825WAX8 CONNEXUS CR UN C D 05/26/2022 05/26/2027 3.10% 249,000.00 249,000.00 246,644.46 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 90352RCN3 USALLIANCE FCU C D 05/31/2022 05/28/2027 3.30% 249,000.00 249,000.00 247,441.26 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 50625LBN2 LAFAYETTE FED C D 3.250% 06/15/2022 06/15/2027 3.25% 249,000.00 249,000.00 247,197.24 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 88413QDL9 THIRD FED SVGS C D 3.500% 06/28/2022 06/28/2027 3.50% 245,000.00 245,000.00 244,164.55 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 254673L38 DISCOVER BK C D 3.400% 07/06/2022 07/06/2027 3.40% 245,000.00 245,000.00 243,728.45 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 32026UU20 FIRST FNDTN BK C D 4.600% 07/19/2023 07/19/2027 4.60% 244,000.00 244,000.00 247,772.24 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 307811EM7 FARMERS C D 3.200% 08/05/2022 08/05/2027 3.20% 249,000.00 249,000.00 246,913.38 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 08016PEH8 BELMONT BK TR C D 08/24/2022 08/24/2027 3.15% 249,000.00 249,000.00 246,656.91 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 19075JAB4 COBALT FED CR C D 3.600% 09/15/2022 09/15/2027 3.60% 249,000.00 249,000.00 248,741.04 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 052392BT3 AUSTIN TELCO C D 3.800% 09/21/2022 09/21/2027 3.80% 249,000.00 249,000.00 249,694.71 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 87164YT95 SYNCHRONY C D 4.600% 10/28/2022 10/28/2027 4.60% 244,000.00 244,000.00 248,496.92 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 25460FDW3 DIRECT FED CR C D 4.800% 11/07/2022 11/08/2027 4.80% 248,000.00 248,000.00 253,803.20 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 61690U5K2 MORGAN STANLEY C D 05/03/2023 05/03/2028 4.45% 244,000.00 244,000.00 248,662.84 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 804767AB7 SAVANNAH BK C D 4.100% 05/03/2023 05/03/2028 4.10% 249,000.00 249,000.00 251,766.39 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 91527PBW6 UNIVEST NATL BK C D 05/05/2023 05/05/2028 4.10% 249,000.00 249,000.00 251,771.37 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 92834ABT2 VISIONBANK ST C D 4.050% 05/12/2023 05/12/2028 4.05% 249,000.00 249,000.00 251,482.53 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 05765LBU0 BALBOA THRIFT C D 4.400% 07/19/2023 07/19/2028 4.40% 249,000.00 249,000.00 259,565.07 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 89854LAD5 TTCU FED CR UN C D 5.000% 07/26/2023 07/26/2028 5.00% 248,000.00 248,000.00 256,965.20 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 898812AC6 TUCSON FED CR C D 5.000% 09/08/2023 09/08/2028 5.00% 248,000.00 248,000.00 257,317.36 CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 39573LEM6 GREENSTATE CR UN C D 09/26/2023 09/26/2028 5.00% 248,000.00 248,000.00 257,466.16 Subtotal: 8,919,000.00 8,919,000.00 8,934,581.66

City of La Mesa
Schedule of Investments, September 30, 2025
Type of Investment CUSIP Id Asset Short Name Issue Date Maturity Date Interest Rate Par Value Book Value Market Value CORPORATE BONDS 46632FRU1 JPMORGAN CHASE MTN 01/22/2021 01/22/2026 0.70% 500,000.00 500,000.00 492,780.00 CORPORATE BONDS 037833EB2 APPLE INC 0.700% 02/08/2021 02/08/2026 0.70% 500,000.00 492,425.00 494,250.00 Subtotal: 1,000,000.00 992,425.00 987,030.00
Type of Investment CUSIP Id Asset Short Name Issue Date Maturity Date Interest Rate Par Value Book Value Market Value US AGENCIES 3130ALD76 F H L B DEB 0.700% 02/25/2021 02/25/2026 0.70% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 987,370.00 US AGENCIES 3130ALGB4 F H L B DEB 0.800% 03/17/2021 03/17/2026 0.80% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 986,360.00 US AGENCIES 3130ALMM3 F H L B DEB 1.000% 03/30/2021 03/30/2026 1.00% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 985,540.00 US AGENCIES 3130AMDY5 F H L B DEB 1.000% 05/20/2021 05/20/2026 1.00% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 981,500.00 US AGENCIES 3133EMH21 F F C B DEB 0.900% 06/12/2021 06/15/2026 0.90% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 980,460.00 US AGENCIES 3130AMPT3 F H L B DEB 1.030% 06/23/2021 06/23/2026 1.03% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 981,020.00 US AGENCIES 3130AMWX6 F H L B DEB 1.020% 06/30/2021 06/30/2026 1.02% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 980,630.00 US AGENCIES 3130ANHW3 F H L B DEB 0.930% 07/29/2021 08/25/2026 0.93% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 975,710.00 US AGENCIES 3130ANSB7 F H L B DEB 1.000% 09/17/2021 09/17/2026 1.00% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 974,760.00 US AGENCIES 3130ANYR5 F H L B DEB 0.950% 09/30/2021 09/30/2026 0.95% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 973,660.00 US AGENCIES 3130AP6M2 F H L B DEB 1.020% 09/30/2021 09/30/2026 1.02% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 974,080.00 US AGENCIES 3130APB87 F H L B DEB 1.100% 10/13/2021 10/13/2026 1.10% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 973,250.00 US AGENCIES 3130AP6U4 F H L B DEB 1.000% 10/14/2021 10/14/2026 1.00% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 972,320.00 US AGENCIES 3130APDQ5 F H L B DEB 1.250% 10/28/2021 10/28/2026 1.25% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 974,240.00 US AGENCIES 3130APL78 F H L B DEB 1.375% 10/28/2021 10/28/2026 1.38% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 975,540.00 US AGENCIES 3130APQA6 F H L B DEB 1.400% 11/24/2021 11/24/2026 1.40% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 974,160.00 US AGENCIES 3130AQUD3 F H L B DEB 2.010% 02/25/2022 02/25/2027 2.01% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 976,880.00 US AGENCIES 3130AQZ55 F H L B DEB 2.500% 03/10/2022 03/10/2027 2.50% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 983,160.00 US AGENCIES 3130ARAH4 F H L B DEB 2.350% 03/04/2022 03/29/2027 2.35% 1,000,000.00 998,500.00 980,070.00 US AGENCIES 3130ARDY4 F H L B DEB 2.500% 03/29/2022 03/29/2027 2.50% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 981,690.00 US AGENCIES 3130ARGE5 F H L B DEB 3.000% 04/21/2022 04/21/2027 3.00% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 988,440.00 US AGENCIES 3130ARW56 F H L B DEB 3.650% 05/12/2022 05/12/2027 3.65% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 994,150.00 US AGENCIES 3130ARYA3 F H L B DEB 4.000% 05/26/2022 05/26/2027 4.00% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 998,920.00 US AGENCIES 3130AS7J2 F H L B DEB 3.200% 06/10/2022 06/10/2027 3.20% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 991,840.00 US AGENCIES 3135GAUG4 F N M A 4.500% 08/29/2024 08/21/2028 4.50% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 999,520.00 US AGENCIES 3135GAU25 F N M A DEB 4.375% 08/06/2024 08/06/2029 4.38% 250,000.00 250,000.00 250,912.50 US AGENCIES 3130B2K95 F H L B DEB 4.100% 08/30/2024 08/28/2029 4.10% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 997,690.00 US AGENCIES 3130B5AM0 F H L B DEB 4.900% 02/27/2025 02/27/2030 4.90% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,001,840.00 US AGENCIES 31424WVS8 F A M C M T N 4.980% 02/27/2025 02/27/2030 4.98% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,001,570.00 US AGENCIES 3136GACF4 F N M A M T N 4.750% 03/05/2025 03/05/2030 4.75% 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,002,580.00 Subtotal: 29,250,000.00 29,248,500.00 28,799,862.50

City of La Mesa
Schedule of Investments, September 30, 2025
Type of Investment CUSIP Id Asset Short Name Issue Date Maturity Date Interest Rate Par Value Book Value Market Value Demand 98-37-421 LAIF State of California 4.34% 33,137,521.82 33,137,521.82 33,201,463.35 Grand Total: 72,306,521.82 72,297,446.82 71,922,937.51

1 La Mesa City Council, La Mesa Public Financing Authority, and City of La Mesa Successor Agency
Meeting Minutes
Date:

Location:

October 14, 2025, 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chambers, 8130 Allison Avenue
La Mesa, California

Present: Vice Mayor Lauren Cazares
Councilmember Patricia N. Dillard
Councilmember Laura Lothian
Councilmember Genevieve Suzuki

Absent: Mayor Mark Arapostathis
Staff: City Manager Greg Humora
Assistant City Manager Amanda Lee
City Attorney Glenn Sabine
City Clerk Megan Wiegelman
_____________________________________________________________________

1. CALL TO ORDER
The City Council minutes are prepared and ordered to correspond to the City Council Agenda. Agenda Items may be taken out of order during the meeting.

The Agenda Items were considered in the order presented.

Vice Mayor Cazares called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

1.1 INVOCATION - MAYOR ARAPOSTATHIS

1.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

2. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
There were no comments.

3. COMMUNITY BULLETIN REPORTS

2 The Vice Mayor, Council, and staff made announcements and reported on various events taking place in the City. No action was taken.

4. ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
There were no additions or deletions to the agenda.

5. PRESENTATIONS

5.1 PROCLAMATION CELEBRATING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LA MESA ROTARY CLUB AND PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 14, 2025,

AS LA MESA ROTARY DAY
Vice Mayor Cazares read and presented the proclamation celebrating the 100th anniversary of the La Mesa Rotary Club and proclaiming October 14, 2025, as La Mesa Rotary Day to Rotary Club President Bonnie Welch and members of the Club.

Rotary Club President Bonnie Welch thanked the City Council for recognizing and honoring the Club with the proclamation.

5.2 PROCLAMATION CELEBRATING THE 15TH ANNIVERSARY OF

SCISTERS SALON & APOTHECARY AND THEIR GREEN RIBBON

AWARD FROM THE CITY
Councilmember Suzuki read and presented the proclamation celebrating the 15th anniversary of Scisters Salon & Apothecary and recognizing the business’s receipt of the City’s Green Ribbon Award to co-owner Easton Bajsec.

Co-owner Easton Bajsec expressed appreciation to the City Council for the recognition and honor.

6. PUBLIC COMMENTS – (TOTAL TIME – 15 MINUTES)
Barbie Wheeler spoke regarding ongoing issues related to a house on Bellflower Drive and concerns about a proposed youth group home on the same street.

7. CONFLICT DISCLOSURES
There were no conflicts of interest disclosed.

8. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CONSENT CALENDAR
There were no public comments on Consent Calendar items.

9. CONSENT CALENDAR
(Items 9.1 through 9.5)

3 Moved By Councilmember Suzuki
Seconded By Councilmember Dillard
Approve Consent Calendar Items 9.1 through 9.5.

For (4): Vice Mayor Cazares, Councilmember Dillard, Councilmember Lothian, and Councilmember Suzuki
Absent (1): Mayor Arapostathis
Approved (4 to 0)

9.1 APPROVAL OF MOTION TO WAIVE THE READING OF THE TEXT OF

ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS AT THIS MEETING
Approve.

9.2 APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FOR THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING HELD TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2025
Approve.

9.3 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH ICS -
INTELESYS, INC. FOR THE INSTALLATION AND IMPLEMENTATION

OF A NEW CITYWIDE PHONE SYSTEM USING THE RINGCENTRAL

PLATFORM
Resolution No. 2025-127
Adopt Resolution.

9.4 RATIFICATION OF DESIGN REVIEW BOARD APPROVAL OF
PROJECT 2025-1013 (GOODWILL INDUSTRIES)

RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD APPROVAL
OF PROJECT 2025-1013 (GOODWILL INDUSTRIES) - A MAJOR
EXTERIOR FAÇADE RENOVATION AT 8250 LA MESA BOULEVARD,
APNs 494-402-07-00 AND 494-402-08-00 IN THE CD-D (DOWNTOWN

COMMERCIAL/URBAN DESIGN OVERLAY) ZONE
Resolution No. 2025-128
Adopt Resolution.

9.5 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH ENVISIO
SOLUTIONS, INC. FOR STRATEGIC PLANNING AND PERFORMANCE

MANAGEMENT DASHBOARD SOFTWARE AND A BUDGET

4 ADJUSTMENT TO APPROPRIATE $28,275 FROM GENERAL FUND
RESERVES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026
Resolution No. 2025-129
Adopt Resolution.

10. STAFF REPORTS

10.1 CONSIDERATION OF THE LA MESA COMMUNITY PARKING

COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION TO UPDATE PARKING METER

RATES, PARKING PERMIT PRICING, AND PARKING PERMIT

PROGRAM GUIDELINES IN PARKING DISTRICT ONE
Assistant to the City Manager Dedmon presented an overview of the Community Parking Commission’s recommended updates to parking meter rates, permit pricing, and program guidelines for Parking District One. The recommendations included increasing parking meter rates to $1.50 per hour, consolidating the current two-tier permit structure into a single rate of $80 per quarter or $288 annually, and limiting businesses to five parking permits, with the option to request additional permits based on demonstrated need. Assistant to the City Manager Dedmon noted that the Community Parking Commission proposed these changes to promote consistency and more effectively manage parking resources within the district.

Council questions and comments ensued.

Tony Gaipa expressed concern about Downtown Village parking availability and suggested measures to reduce impacts from residential parking.

Council questions and comments continued.

Michelle Huey submitted a comment regarding the Downtown Village parking crisis and parking permit policies.

Jon Boyle submitted a comment urging a comprehensive overhaul of the Downtown Village parking plan.

Theresa Favro submitted a comment opposing the use of business parking permits for residential tenants.

Beatrix Farhat submitted a comment opposing residential parking permits and expressing concern over increased permit costs for businesses.

5 James Simpson submitted a comment stating that only businesses should be given parking permits.

Resolution No. 2025-130
Moved By Vice Mayor Cazares
Seconded By Councilmember Dillard
Adopt the Resolution updating the parking meter rates, parking permit pricing, and Parking Permit Program Guidelines in Parking District One.

For (4): Vice Mayor Cazares, Councilmember Dillard, Councilmember Lothian, and Councilmember Suzuki
Absent (1): Mayor Arapostathis
Approved (4 to 0)

11. STAFF REPORTS - CITY COUNCIL - PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY -

SUCCESSOR AGENCY

11.1 CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTING THE FINAL BIENNIAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 AND FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027
City Manager Humora delivered opening remarks and expressed appreciation to all those who contributed to the completion of the final budget.

Interim Director of Finance Herrera presented the 2025–2027 Final Biennial Budget, noting that the $82 million General Fund and $145 million total City budget remain balanced and fully funded. Revisions from the Preliminary Budget included funding for a new fire truck in Fiscal Year (FY) 2026–2027, $20,000 for upgrades to the Urban Search and Rescue vehicle, and updated revenues and expenditures based on the FY 2024 audit. A mid-cycle review would be conducted in April 2026 following completion of the FY 2025 audit.

Council questions and comments ensued.

Resolution No. 2025-131
Moved By Vice Mayor Cazares
Seconded By Councilmember Suzuki
Adopt Resolution adopting the Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and Fiscal Year 2026-2027.

6 For (4): Vice Mayor Cazares, Councilmember Dillard, Councilmember Lothian, and Councilmember Suzuki
Absent (1): Mayor Arapostathis
Approved (4 to 0)

12. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS (3 MINUTE LIMIT)
The Vice Mayor and Council reported on various outside boards, commissions, and committee meetings they attended. No action was taken.

13. AB 1234 REPORTS (GC 53232.3(d))
There were no reports.

14. CITY ATTORNEY REMARKS
There were no remarks.

15. ADJOURNMENT
Vice Mayor Cazares adjourned the meeting at 6:49 p.m.
_________________________
City Clerk

DATE: November 12, 2025
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Megan Wiegelman, City Clerk
VIA: Greg Humora, City Manager
SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF MOTION TO CANCEL THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL SCHEDULED FOR DECEMBER 23, 2025
Historically, the City Council has approved the cancellation of the second Regular meeting in December of each year. Formal action is required to cancel the December 23rd meeting. The next Regular meeting of the City Council would be Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

REPORT to the MAYOR and MEMBERS of the CITY COUNCIL
From the CITY MANAGER
DATE: November 12, 2025
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH
TOWNSEND PUBLIC AFFAIRS, INC., FOR

GOVERNMENTAL SUPPORT AND GRANT WRITING

SERVICES AND APPROVING A BUDGET ADJUSTMENT TO
APPROPRIATE $60,000 FROM GENERAL FUND
RESERVES IN FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026
ISSUING DEPARTMENT: City Manager’s Office
SUMMARY:

Issues:

Should the City Council adopt a resolution to authorize an agreement with Townsend Public Affairs, Inc., for governmental support and grant writing services, and approve a budget adjustment to appropriate $60,000 from General Fund Reserves?
Recommendation:

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution to authorize an agreement with Townsend Public Affairs, Inc., for governmental support and grant writing services and approve a budget adjustment to appropriate $60,000 from General Fund Reserves.

Fiscal Impact:

Townsend Public Affairs, Inc., will provide the City with governmental support and grant writing services based on an all-inclusive monthly retainer of $7,500 for a not-to-exceed amount of $60,000. The proposed contract expires June 30, 2026.

City’s Strategic Goals:
 Invest in infrastructure to serve the needs of the community.  Ensure a strong financial outlook through careful planning, sustainable service levels, and fiscal sustainability.

Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: November 12, 2025
Page: 2 of 3
BACKGROUND:

The City is actively advancing several high-priority initiatives that require specialized external support. One of these efforts involves the relocation of the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) Finance Station to allow for the future expansion of the La Mesa Library and broader Civic Center improvements. Progress on this project has proven challenging due to the complexities of working with the federal government. To help move the project forward, staff is seeking governmental support services to assist with coordinating with federal representatives and USPS leadership.

Separately, staff has identified three upcoming grant opportunities that could provide significant funding to support the development of Waite Park and the purchase of fire apparatus. While grants present valuable opportunities for project funding, they also require substantial staff time to prepare competitive applications and, if awarded, to manage post-award reporting and compliance requirements.

To ensure the City can maintain progress on the USPS relocation and effectively pursue these grant opportunities, staff reached out to four vendors specializing in governmental support and grant writing services. Of the four firms contacted, one agency, Townsend Public Affairs, Inc., submitted a response outlining the proposed scope of services and costs associated with relocation assistance and grant preparation and post-award management.

DISCUSSION:

Townsend Public Affairs, Inc. (TPA), established in 1998, is a state and federal legislative governmental support and grant writing firm that provides services and funding support to public agencies and nonprofit organizations. To date, TPA has secured more than $3.2 billion in competitive grants and appropriations and has successfully advanced over 150 pieces of legislation on behalf of its clients. To assist with the USPS relocation, TPA proposes to:
 Coordinate with federal representatives to initiate formal casework with USPS and obtain an initial response.
 Ensure the City complies with USPS statutory requirements, addressing any information gaps, and engaging with USPS District and Regional Management to clarify project scope
 Work with the City’s Congressional delegation to request policy support letters and highlight the City’s proactive planning.

Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: November 12, 2025
Page: 3 of 3
 If necessary, pursue a legislative solution through direct Congressional authorization or committee oversight
Additionally, TPS proposes to develop, draft, and submit the following grant applications on behalf of the City:
 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG), for the purchase a fire truck  California State Parks Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program (SPP), for the development of Waite Park
 California Department of Parks and Recreation – Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP), for the development of Waite Park
Furthermore, if the City is successful in securing these grants, TPS will provide postaward support, including agency coordination, reporting, compliance, and overall grant administration.

CONCLUSION:

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution to authorize an agreement with Townsend Public Affairs, Inc., for governmental support and grant writing services and approve a budget adjustment to appropriate $60,000 from General Fund Reserves.

Reviewed by: Respectfully submitted by:
____________________ ____________________________
Greg Humora Amanda Lee
City Manager Assistant City Manager
Attachments:

A. Resolution
B. Agreement with TPA

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA
AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH TOWNSEND PUBLIC AFFAIRS, INC.,

FOR GOVERNMENTAL SUPPORT AND GRANT WRITING SERVICES AND APPROVING A BUDGET ADJUSTMENT TO APPROPRIATE $60,000 FROM THE GENERAL FUND RESERVES IN FISCAL YEAR 2025–2026
WHEREAS, The City has identified high-priority initiatives that would benefit from both governmental support and grant writing services; and
WHEREAS, Townsend Public Affairs, Inc., is a state and federal legislative governmental support and grant writing firm that provides services to public agencies and nonprofit organizations.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, that the City Council approves an agreement with Townsend Public Affairs, Inc., for governmental support and grant writing services.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council authorizes a budget adjustment to appropriate $60,000 in Fiscal Year 2025–2026 from General Fund Reserves for the agreement.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, held the 12th day of November 2025, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

CERTIFICATE OF CITY CLERK
I, MEGAN WIEGELMAN, City Clerk of the City of La Mesa, California, do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true and exact copy of Resolution No. 2025- , duly passed and adopted by the City Council of said City on the date and by the vote therein recited.

MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC, City Clerk
(SEAL OF CITY)

City of La Mesa

SERVICES AGREEMENT

GOVERNMENTAL AND GRANT WRITING SERVICES

Agreement: Governmental and Grant Writing Services
Version 2025.2 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. STANDARD AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ...............................

2. ENGAGEMENT OF CONTRACTOR............................................................................

3. SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED BY CONTRACTOR ..............................................

4. LOCATION OF SERVICES...........................................................................................

5. KEY PROJECT PERSONNEL .......................................................................................

6. CITY REPRESENTATION ............................................................................................

7. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CITY .............................................................................

8. PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE......................................................................................

9. ITEMS TO BE DELIVERED TO CITY.........................................................................

10. COMPENSATION TO CONTRACTOR........................................................................

11. NOTICES.........................................................................................................................

12. HOLD HARMLESS ........................................................................................................

13. INSURANCE...................................................................................................................

14. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT FOR CAUSE OR CONVENIENCE...................

15. DISPUTE RESOLUTION...............................................................................................

16. CONTRACTORS ............................................................................................................

17. INTEREST OF MEMBERS OF THE CITY...................................................................

18. INTEREST OF CONTRACTOR AND EMPLOYEES;.................................................

19. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR..................................................................................

20. PERS ELIGIBILITY INDEMNIFICATION .................................................................

21. CONTRACTOR NOT AGENT.......................................................................................

22. FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT ..................................................................................

23. RECORDS.......................................................................................................................

24. DESIGN CHANGES OR REVISIONS...........................................................................

25. OWNERSHIP OF WORK...............................................................................................

26. INTEGRATION; AMENDMENTS ................................................................................

27. ADDITIONAL SERVICES OUTSIDE SCOPE .............................................................

28. CHANGES.......................................................................................................................

29. NON-DISCLOSURE.......................................................................................................

30. JOB SITE SAFETY.........................................................................................................

31. BUSINESS LICENSE .....................................................................................................

32. PREVAILING WAGES FOR PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS.......................................

33. CONFLICT BETWEEN AGREEMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS ......................

34. OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES ........................................................................................

35. SIGNATURES.................................................................................................................

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1. STANDARD AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Between the City of La Mesa and
Townsend Public Affairs, Inc.
for Governmental and Grant Writing Services
This Agreement is entered into by City of La Mesa as of ____________, by and between the City of La Mesa, a municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as "the City", and Townsend Public Affairs, Inc., hereinafter referred to as "Contractor." WITNESSETH THAT:

WHEREAS, the City Council has adopted Resolution No. ________; WHEREAS, the City has need for professional services to perform governmental and grant writing services and is willing to compensate Contractor for such services; WHEREAS, the City desires to engage Contractor to render certain technical and professional services in the providing of said professional services; and WHEREAS, Contractor is qualified to provide said professional services for governmental and grant writing services.

NOW THEREFORE, the parties do mutually agree as follows:

2. ENGAGEMENT OF CONTRACTOR
The City hereby agrees to engage Contractor and Contractor hereby agrees to perform the services set forth in this Agreement. This Agreement shall be for a term from the execution date of the Agreement through June 30, 2026.

3. SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED BY CONTRACTOR
Contractor shall commence performance of the Project upon execution of this Agreement by both parties. The term "Project" as used in this Agreement shall include all of the tasks and items listed and described in Exhibit "A", attached hereto and incorporated herein as part of this Agreement.

4. LOCATION OF SERVICES
Contractor agrees to provide the services remotely for the full term of this Agreement. No changes will be made without prior written approval by the City.

5. KEY PROJECT PERSONNEL
Contractor agrees to provide the services of Townsend Public Affairs, Inc. staff for the full term of this Agreement. No substitutions will be made without prior written approval by the City. The City reserves the right to request specific qualifications for personnel substituted under this section.

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6. CITY REPRESENTATION
The City Manager for the City of La Mesa, or his or her designated representative, shall represent the City in all matters pertaining to the services rendered pursuant to this Agreement and shall administer said Agreement on behalf of the City. This person shall hereinafter be referred to as the "City's Representative."

7. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CITY
The City will provide the Contractor, or cause to be provided with, the following documents, services and site information, at no charge to the Contractor.

A. Any necessary electronic files, documents, information and/or data as needed for Contractor’s performance in carrying out the tasks and items listed and described in Exhibit “A”, attached hereto and incorporated herein as part of this Agreement.

8. PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
Both Contractor and the City recognize that time is of the essence in the completion of this work and the following schedule is dependent upon timely actions by the Contractor and the City.

Accordingly, the Contractor shall complete all of the work outlined in Exhibit "A" and as scheduled therein.

The Contractor shall not be responsible for damages or be in default or deemed to be in default by reason of strikes, lockouts, accidents, or acts of God, or failure of City to furnish timely information or to approve or disapprove Contractor's work promptly, or delay or faulty performance by City, or governmental agencies.

Contractor shall devote such time to the performance of services pursuant to this Agreement as may be reasonably necessary for satisfactory performance of Contractor's obligations pursuant to this Agreement.

9. ITEMS TO BE DELIVERED TO CITY
The following items shall be delivered by Contractor to the City of La Mesa:

A. See Exhibit "A"

10. COMPENSATION TO CONTRACTOR
Progress payments shall be made monthly in the amount of $7,500 based upon evidence that the work is progressing satisfactorily as determined by the City's Project Manager and substantiated with detailed invoices. The amount to be billed shall be based on Contractor schedule of fees for professional services and the actual time required for each activity. The schedule of fees and estimated time for the project are as shown in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein as part of this Agreement.

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The total fee for professional services shall be billed with a total amount not to exceed $60,000 as described on pages 14-15 of Exhibit "A".

The City shall compensate Contractor for the services performed hereunder within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of Contractor's invoice for the services performed.

The City shall promptly review invoicing and notify Contractor of any objection thereto in writing within fifteen (15) days of receipt of the invoice; absent such objection the invoice shall be deemed proper and acceptable.

In the event that any undisputed invoice is not paid within thirty (30) calendar days after receipt of the invoice by the City, it shall commence bearing interest on the date that the invoice was rendered at the rate of 1% per month and the City agrees to pay all accrued interest, together with the charges for services rendered.

11. NOTICES
Notices and requests to the City or Contractor shall be delivered at the following addresses, either served personally on the designated representative or by U.S. Postal Service at the following addresses:

City:

City Manager
City of La Mesa
8130 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 667-1146
Contractor:

President
Townsend Public Affairs, Inc.
925 L Street, Suite 1404, Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 447-4086

12. HOLD HARMLESS
To the furthest extent allowed by law, Contractor shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend City and each of its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers from any and all loss, liability, fines, penalties, forfeitures, costs and damages (whether in contract, tort or strict liability, including but not limited to personal injury, death at any time and property damage), and from any and all claims, demands and actions in law or equity (including reasonable attorney's fees and litigation expenses) that arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness or willful misconduct

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of Contractor, its principals, officers, employees, agents or volunteers in the performance of this Agreement.

If Contractor should subcontract all or any portion of the services to be performed under this Agreement, Contractor shall require each subcontractor to indemnify, hold harmless and defend City and each of its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers in accordance with the terms of the preceding paragraph.

This section shall survive termination or expiration of this Agreement.

13. INSURANCE
Contractor shall procure and maintain for the duration of the contract insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder and the results of that work by the Contractor, his agents, representatives, employees or subcontractors.

The certificate holder should be stated as:

City of La Mesa
Attn: Risk Management
8130 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942

MINIMUM SCOPE AND LIMIT OF INSURANCE
Coverage shall be at least as broad as:

A. Commercial General Liability (CGL): Insurance Services Office Form CG 00 01 covering CGL on an “occurrence” basis, including products and completed operations, property damage, bodily injury and personal & advertising injury with limits no less than $2,000,000 per occurrence. If a general aggregate limit applies, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to this project/location (ISO CG 25 03 or 25 04) or the general aggregate limit shall be twice the required occurrence limit.

B. Automobile Liability: ISO Form Number CA 00 01 covering any auto (Code 1), or if Contractor has no owned autos, hired, (Code 8) and non-owned autos (Code 9), with limit no less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage.

C. Workers’ Compensation: as required by the State of California, with Statutory Limits, and Employer’s Liability Insurance with limit of no less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury or disease.

D. Professional Liability (Errors and Omissions): Insurance appropriate to the Contractor’s profession, with limit no less than $2,000,000 per occurrence or claim, $2,000,000 aggregate. (If applicable)
E. If the Contractor maintains broader coverage and/or higher limits than the minimums shown above, the City requires and shall be entitled to the broader coverage and/or the

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higher limits maintained by the contractor. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of insurance and coverage shall be available to the City.

F. Cyber Insurance (If applicable):

Consultant or Vendor shall procure and maintain for the duration of the contract insurance against claims for security breaches, system failures, injuries to persons, damages to software, or damages to property (including computer equipment) which may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder by the Consultant, its agents, representatives, or employees. Consultant shall procure and maintain for the duration of the contract insurance claims arising out of their services and including, but not limited to loss, damage, theft or other misuse of data, infringement of intellectual property, invasion of privacy and breach of data.

Cyber Insurance, with limits not less than $2,000,000 per occurrence or claim, $2,000,000 aggregate. Coverage shall be sufficiently broad to respond to the duties and obligations as is undertaken by Consultant in this agreement and shall include, but not be limited to, claims involving security breach, system failure, data recovery, business interruption, cyber extortion, social engineering, infringement of intellectual property, including but not limited to infringement of copyright, trademark, trade dress, invasion of privacy violations, information theft, damage to or destruction of electronic information, release of private information, and alteration of electronic information. The policy shall provide coverage for breach response costs, regulatory fines and penalties as well as credit monitoring expenses.

Technology Professional Liability Errors and Omissions Insurance appropriate to the Consultant’s profession and work hereunder, with limits not less than $2,000,000 per occurrence. Coverage shall be sufficiently broad to respond to the duties and obligations as is undertaken by the Consultant in this agreement and shall include, but not be limited to, claims involving security breach, system failure, data recovery, business interruption, cyber extortion, social engineering, infringement of intellectual property, including but not limited to infringement of copyright, trademark, trade dress, invasion of privacy violations, information theft, damage to or destruction of electronic information, release of private information, and alteration of electronic information. The policy shall provide coverage for breach response costs, regulatory fines and penalties as well as credit monitoring expenses. a. The Policy shall include, or be endorsed to include, property damage liability coverage for damage to, alteration of, loss of, or destruction of electronic data and/or information “property” of the Agency in the care, custody, or control of the Consultant.

If the Consultant maintains broader coverage and/or higher limits than the minimums shown above, the City requires and shall be entitled to the broader coverage and/or the higher limits maintained by the Consultant. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of insurance and coverage shall be available to the City.

OTHER INSURANCE PROVISIONS
The insurance policies are to contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following provisions:

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Additional Insured Status
The City, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers are to be covered as additional insureds on the CGL policy with respect to liability arising out of work or operations performed by or on behalf of the Contractor including materials, parts, or equipment furnished in connection with such work or operations. Coverage can be provided in the form of an endorsement to the Contractor’s insurance (at least as broad as ISO Form CG 20 10 11 85 or the addition of both CG 20 10, CG 20 26, CG 20 33, or CG 20 38; and CG 20 37 if a later edition is used).

Primary Coverage
For any claims related to this contract, the Contractor’s insurance coverage shall be primary and non-contributory and at least as broad as ISO CG 20 01 12 19 as respects the Entity, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City, its officers, officials, employees, or volunteers shall be excess of the Contractor’s insurance and shall not contribute with it. This requirement shall also apply to any Excess or Umbrella liability policies.

Umbrella or Excess Policy
The Contractor may use Umbrella or Excess Policies to provide the liability limits as required in this agreement. The Umbrella or Excess policies shall be provided on a true “following form” or broader coverage basis, with coverage at least as broad as provided on the underlying Commercial General Liability insurance.

Notice of Cancellation
Each insurance policy required above shall provide that coverage shall not be canceled, nonrenewed, reduced in coverage or in limits except after 30 calendar day written notice has been given to City. Upon issuance by the insurer, broker, or agent of a notice of cancellation, nonrenewal, or reduction in coverage or in limits, Contractor shall furnish City with a new certificate and applicable endorsements for such policy(ies). In the event any policy is due to expire during the work to be performed for City, Contractor shall provide a new certificate, and applicable endorsements, evidencing renewal of such policy not less than 15 calendar days prior to the expiration date of the expiring policy.

Waiver of Subrogation
Contractor hereby grants to City a waiver of any right to subrogation which any insurer of said Contractor may acquire against the City by virtue of the payment of any loss under such insurance.

Contractor agrees to obtain any endorsement that may be necessary to affect this waiver of subrogation, but this provision applies regardless of whether or not the City has received a waiver of subrogation endorsement from the insurer.

Self-Insured Retentions
Self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the City. The City may require the Contractor to purchase coverage with a lower retention or provide proof of ability to pay losses

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and related expenses within the retention. The policy language shall provide, or be endorsed to provide, that the self-insured retention may be satisfied by either the named insured or City.

Acceptability of Insurers
Insurance is to be placed with insurers authorized to conduct business in the state with a current A.M. Best’s rating of no less than A:VII, unless otherwise acceptable to the City.

Claims Made Policies (applicable only to professional liability, see below) If any of the required policies provide claims-made coverage:

1. The Retroactive Date must be shown and must be before the date of the contract or the beginning of contract work.

2. Insurance must be maintained, and evidence of insurance must be provided for at least five (5) years after completion of the contract of work.

3. If coverage is canceled or non-renewed, and not replaced with another claims-made policy form with a Retroactive Date prior to the contract effective date, the Contractor must purchase “extended reporting” coverage for a minimum of five (5) years after completion of work.

Verification of Coverage
Contractor shall furnish the City with original certificates and amendatory endorsements or copies of the applicable policy language effecting coverage required by this clause All documents are to be received and approved by the City before work commences. However, failure to obtain the required documents prior to the work beginning shall not waive the Contractor’s obligation to provide them. The City reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, including endorsements required by these specifications, at any time. These requirements shall survive expiration or termination of the Agreement.

Special Risks or Circumstances
City reserves the right to modify these requirements, including limits, based on the nature of the risk, prior experience, insurer, coverage, or other special circumstances.

If at any time during the life of this Agreement or any extension, Contractor or any of its subcontractors fail to maintain any required insurance in full force and effect, all work under this Agreement shall be discontinued immediately, and all payments due or that become due to Contractor shall be withheld until notice is received by City that the required insurance has been restored to full force and effect and that the premiums therefore have been paid for a period satisfactory to City. Any failure to maintain the required insurance shall be sufficient cause for City to terminate this Agreement. No action taken by City hereunder shall in any way relieve Contractor of its responsibilities under this Agreement.

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this Agreement. The duty to indemnify City and its elected officials, officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers shall apply to all claims and liability regardless of whether any insurance policies are applicable. The policy limits do not act as a limitation upon the amount of indemnification to be provided by Contractor. Approval or purchase of any insurance contracts or policies shall in no way relieve from liability nor limit the liability of Contractor, its principals, officers, employees, agents, persons under the supervision of Contractor, vendors, suppliers, invitees, Contractors, subcontractors, or anyone employed directly or indirectly by any of them.

If Contractor should subcontract all or any portion of the services to be performed under this Agreement, Contractor shall require each subcontractor to provide insurance protection in favor of City, its elected officials, officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers in accordance with the terms of each of the preceding paragraphs, except that the subcontractors' certificates and endorsements shall be on file with Contractor and City prior to the commencement of any work by the subcontractor.

14. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT FOR CAUSE OR CONVENIENCE
If, through any cause, the Contractor shall fail to fulfill in timely and proper manner their obligations under this Agreement, or if the Contractor shall violate any of the covenants, agreements, or stipulations of this Agreement, the City shall thereupon have the right to terminate this Agreement immediately by giving written notice to the Contractor of such termination and specifying the effective date thereof. In such event, all finished or unfinished documents, data, studies, surveys, drawings, maps, models, photographs and reports prepared by the Contractor under this Agreement shall, at the option of the City, become its property and the Contractor shall be entitled to receive just and equitable compensation for any work satisfactorily completed hereunder.

In addition to termination for cause, the City may terminate this Agreement for City’s convenience upon not less than fifteen (15) days written notice to Contractor. Upon receipt of said notice, the Contractor shall immediately cease all work under this Agreement unless said notice provides otherwise. If this Agreement is terminated as provided in this paragraph for City’s convenience, the Contractor shall be required to provide to City all finished or unfinished documents, data, studies, services, etc., prepared by the Contractor as may be requested by City and such work shall become City’s property upon payment to Contractor for the value of the work performed, less payments of compensation previously made.

Notwithstanding the above, the Contractor shall not be relieved of liability to the City for damages sustained by the City by virtue of any breach of the Agreement by the Contractor, and the City may withhold any payments to the Contractor for the purpose of set-off until such time as the exact amount of damages due the City from the Contractor is determined.

15. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
The City shall require that all Contractors agree to submit any unresolved claims, counterclaims, disputes, controversies and other matters between them and the City or the Contractor and/or any subcontractors of any tier arising out of or relating to their agreement with the City or the breach

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thereof (“disputes”) first to mediation and then if not resolved, to non-binding arbitration prior to initiating suit or judicial proceeding.

If applicable – As provided in Public Contract Code section 9204, any claim filed by the Contractor on a public works project shall be reviewed by the City with 45 days and a written statement will be provided to the Contractor identifying what portion of the claim is disputed and what portion is undisputed. Upon receipt of a claim, the City and the Contractor may, by mutual agreement, extend the time period or it may be extended to allow City Council approval. The Contractor shall include reasonable documentation to support the claim. Any payment due on an undisputed portion of the claim shall be processed and made within 60 days after the City issues its written statement.

16. CONTRACTORS
Contractor will utilize the services of the following subcontractors during the course of this study:

None.

Payment for such services shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. No substitution of proposed subcontractors shall be made without prior written approval by the City.

None of the services covered by the Agreement shall be subcontracted without the prior consent of the City. The Contractor shall be as fully responsible to the City for the acts and omissions of their subcontractors, and of persons either directly or indirectly employed by them, as they are for the acts and omissions of persons directly employed by them. The Contractor shall insert in each subcontract appropriate provisions requiring compliance with the labor standards provisions of this Agreement.

Contractor shall not assign, delegate, or transfer this Agreement or any work hereunder, nor assign any monies due or to become due hereunder, except as expressly stated herein. In no event shall any contractual relation be created between any third party and the City without prior written consent of the City. A consent to one assignment shall not be deemed to be consent to any subsequent assignment.

17. INTEREST OF MEMBERS OF THE CITY
No member of the governing body of the City and no other officer, employee, or agent of the City who exercises any functions or responsibilities in connection with the planning and carrying out of the program, shall have any personal financial interest, direct or indirect, in this Agreement; and the Contractor shall take appropriate steps to assure compliance.

18. INTEREST OF CONTRACTOR AND EMPLOYEES;

STATEMENT OF ECONOMIC INTERESTS
The Contractor covenants that they presently have no interest and shall not acquire interest, direct or indirect, in the study area or any parcels therein or any other interest which would conflict in any manner or degree with the performance of their services hereunder. The Contractor further covenants that in the performance of this Agreement, no person having any such interest shall be

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employed. City may require Contractor to complete and submit a Form 700, Statement of Economic Interests, in accordance with applicable law, to City Clerk.

19. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
At all times during the term of this Agreement, Contractor shall be an independent contractor and shall not be an employee of City. City shall have the right to control Contractor only insofar as the results of Contractor's services rendered pursuant to this Agreement; however, City shall not have the right to control the means by which Contractor accomplishes services rendered pursuant to this Agreement.

20. PERS ELIGIBILITY INDEMNIFICATION
In the event that Contractor’s employee and/or agent providing services under this Agreement claims or is determined by a court of competent jurisdiction or the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) to be eligible for enrollment in PERS of the City, Contractor shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless City for the payment of any employer and employee contributions for PERS benefits on behalf of the employee as well as for payment of any penalties and interest on such contributions which would otherwise be the responsibility of the City.

Notwithstanding any other agency, state or federal policy, rule, regulation, law or ordinance to the contrary, Contractor’s employees providing service under this Agreement shall not qualify for or become entitled to, and hereby agree to waive any claims to, any compensation and benefit including but not limited to eligibility to enroll in PERS as an employee of City and entitlement to any contributions to be paid by City for employer contributions and/or employee contributions for PERS benefits.

21. CONTRACTOR NOT AGENT
Except as City may specify in writing, Contractor shall have no authority, express or implied, to act on behalf of City in any capacity whatsoever as an agent. Contractor shall have no authority, express or implied, pursuant to this Agreement to bind City to any obligation whatsoever.

22. FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT
Contractor shall, at its sole cost and expense, furnish all facilities and equipment which may be required for furnishing services pursuant to this Agreement.

23. RECORDS
Contractor shall maintain adequate records to permit inspection audit of Contractor's time-andmaterial charges under this Agreement. Contractor shall make such records available to the City and to other public agencies responsible for approval, funding or auditing the project, during normal business hours upon reasonable notice. Nothing herein shall convert such records into public records and they will be available only to the City or to public agencies involved with approval, funding or audit functions. Such records shall be maintained by the Contractor for three (3) years following completion of the work under this Agreement.

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24. DESIGN CHANGES OR REVISIONS
No design changes or revisions will be required and no payment therefor will be made except pursuant to the provisions of this Agreement. No extra compensation shall be paid the Contractor for revisions required by reason of omissions or errors by the Contractor in the preparation of the original document, plans, working drawings, or specifications. Changes to the scope of this Agreement shall be negotiated prior to commencement of extra work.

25. OWNERSHIP OF WORK
All finished or unfinished documents, studies, reports, computer files and materials prepared by Contractor and subcontractors under this Agreement shall be considered the property of the City and will be turned over to the City upon demand, but in any event, upon completion of the Project.

The Contractor shall be allowed to retain copies of documents for his permanent records, if desired.

26. INTEGRATION; AMENDMENTS
This Agreement sets forth the entire understanding of the parties with respect to the subject matter herein. There are no other agreements, expressed or implied, oral or written, except as set forth herein. This Agreement may be amended upon written mutual consent of both parties hereto.

Amendment requiring changes in compensation shall be subject to the City's change order procedures.

27. ADDITIONAL SERVICES OUTSIDE SCOPE
Only after written authorization from the City, additional services that Contractor could provide, or cause to be provided, include the following:

A. Additional work related to the Project but not included in the Scope of Work.

B. Additional work caused by changes unrelated to the Scope of Work described herein.

Contractor will be compensated for Contractor time and direct personnel expenses as approved by the City.

28. CHANGES
The City may, from time to time, request changes in the Scope of Services of the Contract to be performed hereunder. Such changes, including any increase or decrease in the amount of the Contractor's compensation, which are mutually agreed upon by and between the City and the Contractor shall be incorporated to this Contract.

29. NON-DISCLOSURE
The designs, plans, reports, investigations, materials and documents prepared or acquired by the Contractor pursuant to this Agreement (including any duplicate copies kept by the Contractor) shall not be shown to any other public or private person or entity, except as authorized by the City.

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The Contractor shall not disclose to any other public or private person or entity any information regarding the activities of the City except as authorized by the City.

30. JOB SITE SAFETY
The general or prime Contractor who is responsible for means, methods and procedures of the project shall be responsible for job site safety.

The prime contractor and all subcontractors of all tiers shall:

A. Be responsible for the safety of their respective employees as required by law.

B. Come under the jurisdiction and supervision of the general or prime contractor’s job site safety program.

C. Exercise reasonable care to avoid risk of injury to others as required by the professional standard of care.

31. BUSINESS LICENSE
The Contractor, including all subcontractors, shall obtain a business license for work within the City of La Mesa pursuant to La Mesa Municipal Code Sections 6.08.010 through 6.08.240.

No payments shall be made to any Contractor until such business license has been obtained, and all fees paid therefor, by the Contractor and all subcontractors. Business license applications and information may be obtained from the Finance Department, City Hall, 8130 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942-5502, (619) 667-1118 or online at cityoflamesa.us/buslic.

32. PREVAILING WAGES FOR PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS

IF APPLICABLE
A. No professional Contractor or subcontractor subject to the requirements of State of California’s prevailing wages may be awarded a contract, or contracted with, for a public works project (submitted on or after April 1, 2015) unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5 [with limited exceptions from this requirement for bid purposes only under Labor Code section 1771.1(a)].

B. This Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations.

33. CONFLICT BETWEEN AGREEMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS
In the event of a conflict between this Agreement and any documents incorporated by reference in this Agreement, the terms and conditions of this Agreement shall supersede those contained in any such document incorporated by reference.

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34. OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES
If this Agreement is based on a competitive solicitation, other public agencies may piggyback on this Agreement in order to enter into contracts with the Contractor for any and all services specified within.
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35. SIGNATURES
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, City and Contractor have executed the Agreement.

TOWNSEND PUBLIC AFFAIRS, INC.

By: _________________________________ Date: _____________ Christopher Townsend, President

CITY OF LA MESA,
A Municipal Corporation
By: _________________________________ Date: _____________ Dr. Mark Arapostathis, Mayor
By: _________________________________ Date: _____________ Greg Humora, City Manager

APPROVED AS TO FORM
By: _________________________________

CITY ATTORNEY
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Exhibit "A"

Proposal for Legislative Advocacy & Grant Writing Services | City of La Mesa Page 1 October 3, 2025
Greg Humora, City Manager
City of La Mesa
8130 Allison Avenue
La Mesa, California 91942
Dear Mr. Humora:

Thank you for the opportunity for Townsend Public Affairs, Inc. (“TPA”) to submit our proposal for Legislative Advocacy and Grant Writing Services to the City of La Mesa (“City”).

Since our inception in 1998, TPA has earned the reputation as a Champion for Better Communities by providing the experience, resources, and relationships expected from a premier legislative advocacy and grant writing firm while also giving clients the unique brand of customer service they deserve: personal attention, maximum accessibility, and passion for their mission.

Our strategic approach to advocacy and funding is tailored to meet each client's individual needs.

We leverage the breadth and depth of our team and our vast network of relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers.

Over the years, TPA has been proud to secure more than $3.2 billion in competitive grants and appropriations and to successfully advance more than 150 pieces of legislation on behalf of our clients. But beyond the numbers, what sets us apart is our dedication to helping communities like La Mesa turn bold ideas into reality, whether securing new funding, shaping statewide policy, or protecting vital resources that your residents rely on.

Thank you again for your interest in our firm and consideration of this proposal. Please contact us if you have any questions or need additional information. We would be honored to serve the City of La Mesa.

Yours truly,
Christopher Townsend
President

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FIRM OVERVIEW
TPA is a state and federal legislative advocacy and grant writing firm that provides lobbying and funding services to public agencies and nonprofit organizations throughout California. • Founder/Owner/President: Christopher Townsend
• Advocacy Success: Shepherded over 150 client-sponsored legislative proposals into law
• Funding Success: Over $3.2 billion in state, federal, and local government grants as well as grants from nonprofit organizations and private companies • Longevity: 27 years (founded in 1998)
• Number of Employees: 23
• Number of Registered State and Federal Lobbyists and Grant Writers: 18 • Number of Offices: Five
o TPA State Capitol Office, Sacramento
o TPA Federal Office, Washington, DC
o TPA Northern California Office, Oakland
o TPA Central California Office, Fresno
o TPA Southern California Office, Newport Beach
• Types of Clients:
o City Governments
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• Areas of Specialization:
o Local Governance (Cities, Counties, Special Districts) o Transportation Policy and Infrastructure
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o Public Safety
o Budget and Finance
• Ranking by Revenue Reported to the California Secretary of State:
o 5th of 491 Firms Registered for Q1 of the 2025–26 Legislative Session o 99th Percentile
• TPA is ranked as one of the top 100 federal lobbying firms and represents more California public agencies in Washington, DC than any other advocacy firm in the nation.

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STATE LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY ACHIEVEMENTS
Policy Sector Issue Outcome Of Lobbying Efforts
Municipal
Management
Local Control
• AB 2339 (Gipson, 2018) signed into law to permit cities to sell their drinking water property in special circumstances • Secured a state audit request of the State Department of Health Care Services due to its management of sober living homes
• SB 927 (Anderson, 2016) signed into law to permit public utility districts to establish district boundaries without legislation.

Local
Infrastructure
Revenue
• Several bills signed into law to facilitate the voter consideration of local revenue measures
• Worked with numerous local governments on elements of redevelopment dissolution to maximize contractual
obligations and implementation of local plans
Cannabis
• AB 2020 (Quirk, 2018), signed into law to allow cities to approve temporary cannabis events
• Led a coalition to help pass California’s first medicinal cannabis regulatory framework legislation
Transportation
Local Streets &
Roads
• AB 2496 (Petrie-Norris, 2022) signed into law to mitigate loud vehicle noise
• Relinquishment of certain sections of Highway 1, SR 133, Beach Boulevard, and other state highway systems to the jurisdiction of local cities
Transit Districts
• AB 3177 (Chavez, 2018) signed into law to permit the North County Transit District to negotiate procurements on the open market
• AB 354 (Nguyen, 2023) signed into law to expand SacRT’s Board of Directors
• AB 1052 (McCarty, 2023) signed into law to enable SacRT to limit potential future tax measures to jurisdictions within its boundary
Vehicle Code
• AB 705 (Lowenthal, 2023) signed into law to expand the allowable length of a vehicle that could be defined as an autoette
Water &
Sanitation
Water Quality
• AB 2022 (Gordon, 2016) first bill signed into law in the nation to allow the bottling of advanced recycled water for
educational purposes
Water District
Formation
• SB 634 (Wilk, 2017) signed into law to consolidate multiple existing water agencies to create the Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency
Sanitation
Infrastructure
• SB 991 (Newman, 2022) signed into law to permit local agencies to use progressive design-build for water projects Housing &
Community
Development
Homelessness
• Creation of the Homelessness Emergency Aid Program
(HEAP) to provide funding to cities, counties, and
continuums of care
• Creation of the Homeless Housing, Assistance, and
Prevention (HHAP) Grant Program
• AB 1285 (Wicks, 2023), signed into law to require
continuums of care to provide evidence of encampment

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resolution impacts in regionally coordinated homelessness action plans
• AB 2011 (Wicks, 2022) signed into law to construct 2 million units of affordable and mixed-income housing along transitfriendly commercial corridors Affordable
Housing
• SB 593 (Wiener, 2023) signed into law to finance affordable housing units
• SB 591 (2021, Becker) signed into law to increase the production of intergenerational housing developments
Community
Development
• AB 1486 (Ting, 2019) signed into law to clarify and
strengthen provisions in the Surplus Land Act to promote the use of public land for affordable housing projects.

Recreation &
Natural
Resources
Park and
Recreation
Facilities
• Implementation of Prop 68, which allocated $4 billion to parks and recreation programs
• SB 5 (De Leon, 2017) signed into law to allocate $3.5 billion in state funding for parks, drought/water, and flood
protection programs
• Secured amendments to AB 1737 (2022, Holden) to protect cities from several onerous requirements related to the operation of day camps
Energy
• Secured amendments to SB 379 (2022, Weiner) to protect cities utilizing online, automated platforms for issuing solarenergy system permits Public Safety
Crime Reduction
• AB 645 (Friedman, 2023) signed into law to implement
speed safety system pilot programs
• SB 1079 (2022, Portantino) signed into law to permit the use of sound-activated devices to prevent loud, modified
exhaust systems
E-Bike Safety • SB 381 (Min, 2023) signed into law to require a study on electric bicycles and the safety of riders and pedestrians Local Law
Enforcement
• Establishment of the North Orange County Public Safety Collaborative
Emergency
Management
• AB 2553 (Ting, 2019) signed into law to expand an
emergency shelter pilot program statewide
Education
Community
College Districts
• AB 1173 (Ta, 2023) signed into law to require local
educational agencies (LEA) serving grades 9 to 12 to notify community college districts when holding career fairs
• Worked with a coalition of community college and K12
stakeholders to implement and fund the California Adult Education Program.

School Facilities • SB 1406 (Mendoza, 2016) signed into law, protecting community colleges from frivolous lawsuits

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FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY ACHIEVEMENTS
Policy Sector Issue Outcome of Lobbying Efforts
Local Control
& Local
Budget
COVID-19
Pandemic
Messaging
• Helped lead the creation and passage of the CARES Act and the American Rescue Plan (ARPA)
• Crafted regional advocacy letters to urge for increased local relief funding
• Coordinated with the National League of Cities and the White House to utilize and distribute TPA templates, models, and language regarding COVID-19 messaging
• Facilitated conversations between the Department of Treasury and local public agencies regarding the implementation and reporting of CARES Act and ARPA funds
Wireless
Infrastructure
• Obtained a copy of the draft text of the wireless infrastructure bill that threatened local control
• Using both statistics and anecdotal evidence, advocated against provisions that would challenge local control, resulting in the mitigation of provisions upon introduction
Local Funding
• Successfully advocated for reauthorization and return of funding for the Secure Rural Schools/Payment instead of Taxes
programs
State & Local Tax
Deduction
• Modified provision from tax legislation that would have impacted local public agency general fund budgets
Sober Living Homes
• Negotiated public messaging on the issue
• Influenced witnesses and premises for sober living hearing • Proposed amendment to circumvent controversial provisions; the amendment was adopted by the House committee
• Pushed for House and Senate passage of opioids package, including sober living provision in each version—both packages passed with sober living provision intact
Transportation
&
Infrastructure
Streets, Roads,
Public Transit,
Highways, &
Airports
• Successfully advocated for continued or increased funding for four out of five federal transportation infrastructure programs between Fiscal Years 2018 and 2019, with the fifth program receiving a one-time tripling of funding in Fiscal Year 2018 Water Water
• Successfully advocated for an increase in funding for Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART grant programs
• Authorized millions of dollars in funding for clients through the 2022 WRDA process
Affordable
Housing,
Homelessness,
& Community
Development
Homelessness • Secured direct HUD funding for innovative programs to provide temporary housing and rehabilitation to homeless individuals Private Activity
Bonds
• Negotiated the removal of a provision from tax legislation that would have impacted key financing tools for new construction Community
Development Block
Grants
• Successfully advocated for maintained funding for HUD Community Development Block Grants beginning in F2017
Public Safety &
Emergency
Management
Anti-Crime
Provisions
• Inserted rural gang priority language in House and Senate Appropriations Committee Report
• Created a regional coalition of Central California cities and law enforcement agencies to advocate for prioritizing rural gang violence
Local Law
Enforcement
• Increased local police presence through securing funding from the U.S. Department of Justice COPS program
Firefighter Grants • Successfully advocated for the continuation of funding for FEMA firefighter grants
Education Public Education
• Authorized $30 million for California Maritime Centers of Excellence through the 2022 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)

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EXAMPLES OF SUCCESSFUL STATE & FEDERAL EARMARKS
The following charts detail TPA’s success in securing state and federal earmarks over the past several years. For each award, TPA strategized with our clients to identify priority projects and transform them into budget requests. TPA then worked closely and diligently with state and federal legislators, their staff, relevant committee members, and other key stakeholders to ensure our client projects were included in the final official budget.

STATE BUDGET EARMARKS
Year Total Number of Projects Total Amount Awarded
2023-2024 55 $73,910,000
2022-2023 42 $200,950,000
2021-2022 30 $377,715,020
2019-2020 15 $36,230,000
TOTAL STATE BUDGET EARMARKS SECURED: $688,805,020

FEDERAL EARMARKS
Year Total Number of Projects Total Amount Awarded
2024 52 $57,599,445
2023 34 $60,390,094
2022 30 $59,060,357
TOTAL FEDERAL EARMARKS SECURED: $177,049,896

GRANT FUNDING ACHIEVEMENTS
This table provides an overview of our grant funding achievements on behalf of our clients from state, federal, and local government agencies and private and nonprofit grant programs. These amounts represent grants secured through a competitive and/or legislative process and do NOT include any funds awarded to clients via formulas or related forms of funding entitlements.

Policy Area State Funding Federal Funding All Sources
Water and Sanitation $134 Million $24.8 Million $159 Million Transportation $766 Million $388 Million $1,154 Million Education $257 Million $49.9 Million $306 Million
Parks and Recreation $306 Million $38.9 Million $345 Million Cultural Resources $140 Million $14.3 Million $154 Million Housing and Development $812 Million $42.2 Million $854 Million Public Safety $161 Million $102.1 Million $263 Million
TOTAL $2.5 Billion $627 Million $3.2 Billion
A DETAILED 20-PAGE SCHEDULE OF OUR STATE, FEDERAL, AND LOCAL GRANT

FUNDING ACHIEVEMENTS CAN BE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST

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LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY SCOPE OF SERVICES
TPA will utilize the following strategic and comprehensive approach to provide state and federal legislative advocacy services to the City:
• Conduct Detailed Orientation: TPA utilizes a comprehensive onboarding process that includes extensive meetings with various relevant members of City leadership and key City departments to help develop a strategic plan that is carefully tailored to satisfy the needs of the City and is designed for maximum success in the current political climate and funding environment.
• Develop Legislative Strategy: Utilizing the information gathered during the onboarding process, TPA will coordinate with the City to develop an official legislative platform and strategy representing the City’s priorities in Sacramento and Washington, DC. This blueprint will be shared with key stakeholders in the State Legislature and Governor’s Administration, as well as Congress and the Trump Administration.
• Implement the Legislative Strategy: TPA will advocate for the City’s legislative agenda utilizing the following methods:
o Build and Strengthen Relevant Relationships: TPA has cultivated a network of valuable relationships that will be leveraged to promote the City’s legislative agenda. o Leverage Relationships for Strategic Advocacy Plan: TPA will engage various techniques to leverage our network of key relationships on behalf of the City:
 Schedule meetings for the City to discuss relevant legislation  Prepare all briefing materials and talking points for the City  Brief legislative offices and stakeholders on the City’s legislative agenda  Follow-up on meetings to ensure commitments and deliverables are being met o Coordinate Advocacy Trips: TPA will work with the City to coordinate advocacy trips to Sacramento and Washington, DC, to meet with the City’s legislative delegation and legislators who serve on committees relevant to the City’s agenda. Furthermore, whenever possible, TPA will also schedule legislators' site visits to the City.

For advocacy trips to Washington, DC, TPA will handle all details of the trip, including, but not limited to:
 Planning and scheduling of meetings
 Providing logistical support, including airport pickups, hotel pickups, and travel to and from meetings
 Providing access to a private office within walking distance to the Hill and with immediate access to the Metro
 Coordinating all meal reservations, including scheduling with key members to attend
 Access to the National Democratic Club
 Access to the Capitol Hill Club
 (National Republican Club of Capitol Hill)
 Organizing any additional activities of interest (White House tour, VIP Capitol Tour, Monument Tour, African American Museum tickets, etc.)

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o Track Legislation: TPA will identify, analyze, and monitor all bill introductions and amendments relevant to the City’s legislative platform and assess their potential impact on the City.
o Craft Testimony and Position Letters: TPA will prepare and submit written and verbal testimony regarding legislation relevant to the City. TPA will also draft and deliver position letters to legislators and key officials on specific bill language. o Draft Bill Language: TPA will draft language and amendments for relevant legislation, as required to protect and promote the City’s agenda.
o Engage in the Rule-Making Process: TPA will coordinate with the City to engage during the federal rule-making process to ensure the City’s legislative agenda is being promoted and protected in Washington, DC. Engagement activities will include crafting and publishing public comments and contacting legislators to convey either support or opposition to the proposed rule.
• Provide Progress Reports: TPA will confer regularly with the City on our activities and provide timely electronic reports on the status of all legislative activity, such as bill language, amendments, and committee analyses. In addition to written reports, TPA will be available to the City for conference calls, in-person briefings, and meetings. • Prepare and File Lobbying Disclosure Reports: TPA will prepare and file all applicable state and federal lobbying disclosure reports on behalf of the City.

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GRANT WRITING SCOPE OF SERVICES
TPA will utilize the following strategic and comprehensive approach to provide grant writing services to the City:
• Craft Strategic Funding Plan: Utilizing the information gathered during the onboarding process, TPA will coordinate with the City to develop a proactive and comprehensive strategic funding plan that serves the needs of the City’s priorities. The plan will do more than identify City projects; it will outline and prioritize multiple funding options for each project and develop a specific work plan tailored to each project. It will also identify key “strings attached” to help assess the cost/benefit ratio for each grant opportunity. • Identify, Research, and Monitor Grant Funding Opportunities: TPA will utilize list-serve subscription programs, funding workshops, agency canvassing, and other networking tactics to ensure every potential opportunity is identified and reviewed for relevance with the City’s projects. TPA will then share these opportunities with the City for further assessment and determination if a grant application is warranted. The City will also receive a grant matrix of funding programs that is updated regularly as new opportunities arise. • Grant Application Development and Submittal: TPA will develop, draft, submit, and follow up on each City grant application through the following process:
o Establishment of Clear Accountabilities: TPA will coordinate with the City to ensure the assignment of responsibilities and tasks is clear so that confusion and inefficiency are avoided and the City is burdened as little as possible while TPA pursues a grant opportunity.
o Provide Overview of Full Application Requirements: For each grant application, TPA will provide the City with a detailed overview of the requirements for the grant program and corresponding application to ensure that the program is a strong fit for the City’s project. This will include:
 Application timeline
 Eligible project types
 Funding availability and award maximums and minimums
 List of application components, including proposal questions and any required attachments
o Assemble Project Background and Details: TPA will conduct a detailed informational interview with the City staff most involved with each project to fully understand the project background and scope details necessary for developing the grant proposal and addressing all application questions. o Coordinate Technical Project Details: For technical application components such as site plans, detailed cost estimates, project timelines, engineering plans, and costbenefit analyses, TPA will coordinate with City staff to compile all necessary attachments and ensure consistency across all application elements.

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o Draft Written Proposal: TPA will fully draft all narrative components of the application and, when applicable, will indicate where additional input or project detail from the City could be provided during the proposal review process.
o Incorporate Feedback to Finalize Proposal: Well ahead of the application deadline, TPA will provide the City with a complete draft for review and feedback. TPA will incorporate any additional details or revisions provided during this process to finalize the grant application and obtain City approval for the final version before submission. o Submit Completed Application: TPA will ensure that applications are submitted before the deadline, whether electronically or in hard copies, per the submission instructions for each program. For hard copy submissions, TPA will print and package applications according to submission instructions and ship them through a reliable courier service such as FedEx to provide the City with tracking and delivery confirmation. TPA will also obtain a receipt for proof of submission and provide the City with a final copy of all submitted application documents. o Funding Advocacy: Throughout the grant application process, TPA will leverage relationships with relevant officials and program officers in various state and federal funding agencies to ensure that City grant applications align with the goals of the specific grant program and are well-crafted and well-positioned for funding. • Post-Grant Submittal Advocacy: TPA will frequently contact legislators and agency officials to follow up on the status of a grant application and promote its need and urgency. This will include drafting letters of support after grant submissions and distributing them to legislators for their consideration. In addition, TPA will work with legislators to reach out to individual granting agencies to provide background on the City’s projects and convey their support. • Post-Award Grant Administration and Compliance: TPA will also assist, as needed, with post-award administration and compliance for all grant applications submitted by TPA on behalf of the City. This assistance will include interacting with granting agencies on behalf of the City, providing support for the drafting and submitting required reports and evaluations, and other tasks related to the successful monitoring of and compliance with the program requirements.
• Post-Award Services—Above and Beyond Advocacy: TPA has a track record of success with post-award grant administration and retention. TPA has worked on behalf of clients who, due to unforeseen circumstances, need to request an extension of the grant performance period to accomplish project deliverables. TPA is prepared to engage in the legislative process and work with legislators to get bills passed that would allow the City to retain its grant funding after the performance period would have otherwise ended. Additionally, TPA is prepared to work directly with the City and agencies to secure scope of work changes to already awarded projects to ensure the City will not have to return any hard-won grant funding. • Comprehensive Follow-Up on Unsuccessful Applications: Despite all best efforts, some grant applications are not selected for funding. When grant applications are unsuccessful, TPA will work with the relevant state and federal funding agencies to set up in-person or telephone debriefing sessions to discuss them and how to best revise them for the next funding round to ensure success.

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SCOPE OF SERVICES
• State Budget Funding Opportunities: To maximize state funding, TPA will work with the City to identify projects and other funding priorities suitable for funding through the State Budget. TPA will coordinate with the City to develop supporting materials for the budget request. TPA will also work with members of the City’s state legislative delegation, along with the Assembly and Senate Budget Committees, to gain support for the inclusion of the City’s project in the final State Budget approved by the Legislature. • Federal Earmark Opportunities: To maximize federal funding, TPA will work with the City to identify projects and other funding priorities that may be suitable for funding through the Federal Earmark process. TPA will coordinate with the City to develop supporting materials for the earmark request. TPA will also work with members of the City’s federal legislative delegation to gain support for the inclusion of the City’s project. • Workshops and Community Training Events: Upon request, TPA will conduct interactive workshops and training sessions tailored to build the City’s capacity in grant identification, application processes, and effective grant management. These sessions will empower City staff, local organizations, and community members to navigate funding opportunities, strengthen project proposals, and successfully manage awarded funds. • Provide Monthly Progress Reports: TPA will confer regularly with the City on our activities.

TPA will provide timely electronic monthly reports on the status of all funding activities, such as current funding opportunities, applications, submitted applications, and post-grant submittal advocacy. In addition to written reports, TPA will be available to the City for conference calls, in-person briefings, and meetings.

UNDERSTANDING OF CITY PRIORITIES & TPA’S CUSTOMIZED APPROACH The City of La Mesa has identified several high-priority initiatives, including the relocation of the United States Post Office to facilitate the buildout of a new City Hall, securing grant funding for a new firetruck, and advancing federal earmark requests. TPA will work proactively and collaboratively with state and federal legislators, their staff, relevant committees, and key agency stakeholders to advance these priorities. Specifically, TPA will implement a strategic advocacy plan that includes:
• Coordinating with the offices of Congresswoman Sara Jacobs and Senators Padilla and Schiff to initiate formal casework with USPS and obtain an initial response regarding the post office relocation.
• Ensuring the City is fully aligned with the statutory requirements cited by USPS, filling any information gaps, and engaging USPS District and Regional Management to clarify project scope and compliance.
• Engaging the City’s Congressional delegation to request policy letters to USPS leadership and Congressional Affairs, advocating for the project by emphasizing the City's proactive planning, the importance of avoiding service disruption, and the fact that USPS is not financially responsible for the relocation.
• If necessary, working with the delegation to pursue a legislative remedy, whether through direct authorization by Congress or enhanced oversight via relevant Congressional committees.

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Regarding TPA’s approach to advancing the City’s federal earmark requests, TPA will employ the following timeline and strategies:

Q4 2025: Strategy and Project Selection
• Conduct a strategy meeting with the City to review FY26 federal earmark guidance and identify the most competitive projects.
• Coordinate with congressional offices to align project selections with member priorities. • Begin gathering letters of support from local/state elected officials and community stakeholders.

Q1 2026: Drafting and Preparing Submissions
• Collaborate with the City to draft earmark submissions and compile supporting materials. • Monitor for updates to earmark guidance from the House and Senate Appropriations Committees and adjust submissions as needed.
• Establish internal deadlines for finalizing application materials in line with congressional timelines.

Q2 2026: Submission and Advocacy
• Ensure all earmark requests are finalized and submitted on time to the appropriate congressional offices.
• Coordinate with member offices to confirm requests are advanced to relevant subcommittees.
• Track follow-up inquiries and provide timely responses to appropriations staff. • Advocate with House and Senate Appropriations Committee staff to secure full consideration of La Mesa’s requests.

Q3 2026: Legislative Monitoring and Final Push
• Monitor progress of House and Senate appropriations bills; inform the City of any changes to submitted requests.
• Utilize district work periods to arrange site visits or meetings that demonstrate project value and local need.
• Maintain close contact with congressional offices to support final inclusion of La Mesa’s priorities in appropriations legislation.
• As Congress approaches the end of the fiscal year, advocate for continued momentum toward passage or inclusion in a continuing resolution (CR), if necessary.

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Upcoming Grant Opportunities
The following chart outlines upcoming funding opportunity to fund the City’s Fire Truck and Ladder Truck. TPA will continue to work with City staff to identify opportunities and pursue all available funding.

Upcoming Grant Opportunities
Project Description Submission
Date
Federal Emergency
Management Agency
(FEMA)
Assistance to Firefighters
Grant (AFG)
Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG)
program provides funding to fire
departments to acquire essential
equipment, vehicles, and personal
protective equipment (PPE), as well as for
training, wellness initiatives, and facility
modifications
Anticipated Q1,
2026
California State Parks
Statewide Park
Development and
Community Revitalization
Program (SPP)
Total Funding Available:
$188,500,000
Maximum Award Amount:
$8,500,000
Minimum Award Amount:
$200,000
No Match Required
The upcoming cycle (Round 6) of the
Statewide Park Development and
Community Revitalization Program (SPP)
will be the program’s largest investment,
with $200 million available in state funding.

The program will prioritize projects with
extensive community outreach that will
create new parks, expand an existing
park, or renovate an existing park. All
projects must create or renovate at least
one recreation feature and may also
include major support amenities.

Guidelines
Anticipated Q4,
2025
Call for
Applications in
Q1, 2026
California Dept. of Parks
and Recreation
Outdoor Recreation
Legacy Partnership
(ORLP)
Min Award Amount:
$300,000
Max Award Amount:
$15,000,000
100% Match Required
ORLP involves two competitive
layers. The California Department of Parks
and Recreation competitively reviews
applications and then forwards selected
applications to NPS to compete in the
nationwide competition. ORLP focuses on
communities with little to no access to
publicly available, close-by, outdoor
recreation opportunities in urban areas.

ORLP funds the acquisition and/or
development of new parks, or substantial
renovations to parks in economically
disadvantaged communities of at least
25,000 people.

Anticipated Q2,
2026

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FEE SCHEDULE
FULL-SCOPE SERVICES; ALL-INCLUSIVE RETAINER:

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES MONTHLY FEE
Legislative Advocacy and Grant Writing Services $7,500* State and Federal Legislative Advocacy
• Conduct Detailed Orientation Included
• Develop Legislative Strategy Included
• Implement the Legislative Strategy Included
• Build and Strengthen Relevant Relationships Included
• Leverage Relationships for Strategic Advocacy Plan Included • Coordinate Advocacy Trips Included
• Track Legislation Included
• Craft Testimony and Position Letters Included
• Draft Bill Language Included
• Provide Progress Reports Included
• Prepare and File Lobbying Disclosure Reports Included Grant Writing
• Craft Strategic Funding Plan Included
• Identify, Research, and Monitor Grant Funding Opportunities Included • Grant Application Development and Submittal Included
• Establishment of Clear Accountabilities Included
• Provide Overview of Full Applications Requirements Included • Assemble Project Background and Details Included
• Coordinate Technical Project Details Included
• Draft Written Proposal Included
• Incorporate Feedback to Finalize Proposal Included
• Submit Completed Application Included
• Funding Advocacy Included
• Post-Grant Submittal Advocacy Included
• Post-Award Grant Administration and Compliance Included • Post-Award Services—Above and Beyond Advocacy Included • Comprehensive Follow-Up on Unsuccessful Applications Included • State Budget Funding Opportunities Included
• Federal Earmark Opportunities Included
• Workshops and Community Training Events Included
*The monthly fee includes all reasonable business and travel expenses.

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GRANT WRITING & EARMARK FUNDING SERVICES:

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES MONTHLY FEE
Grant Writing & Earmark Funding Services $6,000*
• Conduct Detailed Orientation Included
• Craft Strategic Funding Plan Included
• Identify, Research, and Monitor Grant Funding Opportunities Included • Grant Application Development and Submittal Included
• Establishment of Clear Accountabilities Included
• Provide Overview of Full Applications Requirements Included • Assemble Project Background and Details Included
• Coordinate Technical Project Details Included
• Draft Written Proposal Included
• Incorporate Feedback to Finalize Proposal Included
• Submit Completed Application Included
• Funding Advocacy Included
• Post-Grant Submittal Advocacy Included
• Post-Award Grant Administration and Compliance Included • Post-Award Services—Above and Beyond Advocacy Included • Comprehensive Follow-Up on Unsuccessful Applications Included • State Budget Funding Opportunities Included
• Federal Earmark Opportunities Included
• Workshops and Community Training Events Included
• Provide Monthly Progress Reports Included
*The monthly fee includes all reasonable business and travel expenses.

DATE: November 12, 2025
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Lynnette Santos, Director of Community Development Kristen Flores, Management Analyst
VIA: Greg Humora, City Manager
SUBJECT: Quarterly Permit and Development Update (July 2025 – September 2025) The Quarterly Permit and Development Update shows how the City continues to meet its mission of providing high-quality public services through improvements to permit processes and turnaround times. This update covers permit activity, including applications and issued permits, as well as process improvements made between July and September 2025. As shown in Table 1, development and construction activity increased during the third quarter of 2025 with 465 applications received and 409 permits issued.

In the tables below, the 3rd Quarter covers July through September of 2025, and the 2nd Quarter covers April through June of 2025.

Table 1 - Total Applications and Permits
Year Quarter Applications Issued Permits
2025 3rd Quarter 465 409
2025
2nd Quarter 466 432
A summary of applications and permits issued since the first quarter of 2024 has been provided in Attachment A for comparative purposes.

Review and Processing Times
Community Development continues to see success with the MaintStar Permitting Portal along with the City’s instant solar permitting platform Symbium. Staff utilizes the

MaintStar portal’s permit tracking system to track review timeframes of permit submittals. This system allows staff to track submittal dates, the number of reviews, and the length of each review.

Review and processing times for various projects continue to improve. Table 2 shows the average review and processing times for additions/alterations and miscellaneous projects in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters of 2025. Since the 2nd quarter, review times for these permits have improved, while processing times have either remained consistent or also improved. Average processing times reflect the total duration from initial submittal to final approval and include any time the applicant takes to resubmit required corrections or additional information.

Table 2 - Review and Processing Times
Project Type Quarter -Year Average Time for
First Review
Average Processing Time
(Application to Approval)
Additions/Alterations
3rd Quarter - 2025 10 days 21 days
2nd Quarter - 2025 13 days 25 days
Miscellaneous
3rd Quarter - 2025 5 days 9 days
2nd Quarter - 2025 4 days 7 days
Solar
The use of instant solar permitting remains consistent with previous quarters. Out of 76 solar permits issued in the 3rd quarter, 58 permits were issued instantly via the Symbium platform. We continue to encourage the use of the instant permitting platform through the instant permitting portal from the solar permit webpage. Staff anticipates a similar number of Symbium submittals moving into the fourth quarter of 2025.

Table 3 – Review and Processing Times for Solar
Year Quarter Average Time for
First Review
Average Processing Time
(Application to Approval)
2025 3rd Quarter 5 days 11 days
2025 2nd Quarter 5 days 15 days
Accessory Dwelling Units
The average first review time for Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) permits remained consistent with the second quarter. However, a slight increase in overall average processing time was observed this quarter. Upon review of permit data, the increase appears to be largely attributed to a single application that remained with the applicant for over 30 days before resubmittal. Staff will continue to monitor these timeframes and focus efforts on continuing to reduce average processing times. This includes

enhancing staff knowledge of state ADU laws, updating application handouts, and promoting the use of the ADU guidebook by applicants. Additional process improvements are discussed below.

Table 4 – Review and Processing Times for Accessory Dwelling Units Year Quarter Average Time for
First Review
Average Processing Time
(Application to Approval)
2025 3rd Quarter 22 days 55 days
2025 2nd Quarter 20 days 45 days
As reported in last quarterly update, the City implemented a Pre-approved ADU Plans program. The Pre-Approved Plans program provides five pre-approved ADU plans, available to the public via City’s ADU webpage. Staff will continue to work to develop this program, which will further expedite the ADU application and permit issuance process.

Total permits issued peaked in Q2 at 432 with a slight decline in Q3 to 409. This pattern aligns with trends observed in 2024 and remains within the typical range per quarter, indicating a stable pace of development activity and permit activity that peaks around mid-year, with a seasonal decrease towards the end of the year. The 2024-2025 Applications and Issued Permits by Permit Type data can be found in Attachment A.

As part of ongoing efforts to educate, inform, and streamline the development process for applicants, the Community Development Department continues to regularly update the department’s webpage, including the Interactive Development Project Map. This map is updated monthly to provide key information about new projects and their status in the planning process. In addition, the MaintStar permitting map remains a valuable resource for those interested in viewing active or completed projects. The department is also continuing its MaintStar How-to video series, with a new video on the Tenant Improvement process, set to be released during the fourth quarter of 2025.

Attachment A – Applications and Issued Permits by Permit Type Applications
Permit Type
Q1
2024
Q2
2024
Q3
2024
Q4
2024
Q1
2025
Q2
2025
Q3
2025
Accessory Dwelling Units 28 42 23 24 19 20 34
New Construction 6 10 6 6 6 9 16
Solar Photovoltaic 93 110 100 79 90 73 83
Alterations/Additions 82 111 121 99 98 115 125
Miscellaneous 194 196 218 172 184 248 202
Grading 0 0 2 1 0 1 5
Total 403 471 470 381 397 466 465
Issued Permits
Permit Type
Q1
2024
Q2
2024
Q3
2024
Q4
2024
Q1
2025
Q2
2025
Q3
2025
Accessory Dwelling Units 39 23 30 23 22 18 25
New Construction 11 10 1 5 10 10 8
Solar Photovoltaic 103 104 94 91 94 72 76
Alterations/Additions 84 92 113 110 101 105 108
Miscellaneous 193 178 205 191 187 225 190
Grading 0 0 2 5 1 2 2
Total 430 407 445 425 415 432 409
Permit activity from Q1 2024 through Q3 2025 reflects steady and consistent improvement across most categories, with seasonal trends aligning with previous years.

In 2025, total permits issued peaked in Q2 at 432 before experiencing a slight decline in Q3 to 409. This pattern aligns with trends observed in 2024 and remains within the typical range of 400 to 450 permits per quarter, indicating a healthy and stable pace of development activity.

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and New Construction both saw notable increases in 2025 compared to the prior year, signaling continued interest in housing expansion and new development. Solar Photovoltaic permits, while slightly lower than peak 2024 levels, have stabilized and remain consistent. Alterations and Additions continue to demonstrate steady growth, with Q3 2025 marking one of the highest levels to date. Miscellaneous permits remain strong and relatively consistent across quarters. Grading activity, though minimal, has shown a gradual upward trend.

Overall, the data suggests permit activity peaks around mid-year, with a seasonal decrease towards the end of the year. Staff anticipates this trend to continue through Q4 2025, consistent with previous years.

REPORT to the MAYOR and MEMBERS of the CITY COUNCIL
From the CITY MANAGER
DATE: November 12, 2025
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT BY
REFERENCE THE 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA

BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, AND TO REPEAL

PREVIOUS ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH
ISSUING DEPARTMENT: Community Development
SUMMARY:

Issues:

Should the City Council adopt an Ordinance amending Title 14 of the La Mesa Municipal Code to adopt the 2025 edition of the California Building Standards Code, Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, and repeal previous ordinances in conflict therewith?
Recommendation:

1. Introduce for First Reading an Ordinance (Attachment A) to amend La Mesa Municipal Code Title 14 to adopt the 2025 edition of the California Building Standards Code, Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, which include: (1) the California Building Code based on the 2024 International Building Code, (2) the California Plumbing Code based on the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code, (3) the California Mechanical Code based on the 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code, (4) the California Electrical Code based on the 2023 National Electrical Code, (5) the California Residential Code based on the 2024 International Residential Code, (6) the California Green Code, (7) the California Existing Building Code based on the 2024 International Existing Building Code, (8) the California Energy Code, (9) the California Historical Code, and (10) the California Referenced Standards Code.

2. Schedule the Second Reading of the Ordinance and the required public hearing for December 9th, 2025.

Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: November 12, 2025
Page: 2 of 3
Fiscal Impact:

There is no direct fiscal impact related to the adoption of the 2025 California Building Code.

City’s Strategic Goals:
 Invest in infrastructure to serve the needs of the community.  Maintain a community where residents and visitors feel safe.

DISCUSSION:

It is standard practice for cities to adopt the most current edition of the California Building Standards Code, and Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, as required by State law. The various model technical codes are updated every three years to reflect current best practices, new technologies, and safety standards. The last code adoption cycle was in 2022. The California Building Standards Commission recently adopted the 2025 California Building Standards Code (Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) which includes:

1. California Building Code (based on the 2024 International Building Code)

2. California Plumbing Code (based on the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code)

3. California Mechanical Code (based on the 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code)

4. California Electrical Code (based on the 2023 National Electrical Code)

5. California Residential Code (based on the 2024 International Residential Code)

6. California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen)

7. California Existing Building Code (based on the 2024 International Existing Building Code)

8. California Energy Code

9. California Historical Building Code

10.California Referenced Standards Code
In previous code adoption cycles, the California Energy Code, the California Historical Code and the California Referenced Standards were not specifically listed; however, for clarity and completeness, these titles are now specifically named as part of this adoption cycle.

The proposed draft ordinance is attached as Attachment A. Attachment B is a summary of code changes relevant to local building construction.

Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: November 12, 2025
Page: 3 of 3
CONCLUSION:

Staff recommends that the City Council:

1. Introduce for First Reading an Ordinance (Attachment A) to amend La Mesa Municipal Code Title 14 to adopt the 2025 edition of the California Building Standards Code, Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, which include: (1) the California Building Code based on the 2024 International Building Code, (2) the California Plumbing Code based on the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code, (3) the California Mechanical Code based on the 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code, (4) the California Electrical Code based on the 2023 National Electrical Code, (5) the California Residential Code based on the 2024 International Residential Code, (6) the California Green Code, (7) the California Existing Building Code based on the 2024 International Existing Building Code, (8) the California Energy Code, (9) the California Historical Code, and (10) the California Referenced Standards Code.

2. Schedule the Second Reading of the Ordinance and the required public hearing for December 9th, 2025.

Reviewed by: Respectfully submitted by:
____________________ ____________________________
Greg Humora Lynnette Santos
City Manager Director of Community Development
Attachments:

A. Draft Ordinance to amend Title 14 to adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code
B. Review of changes in the 2025 California Building Standards Code

ORDINANCE NO. _________

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, TITLE 24 OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, WHICH INCLUDES: (1) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE (WITH APPENDIX J) INCORPORATING THE 2024 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE; (2) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE
INCORPORATING THE 2024 UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE; (3) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE INCORPORATING THE 2024 UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE; (4) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE INCORPORATING THE 2023 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE; (5) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE INCORPORATING THE 2024
INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE; (6) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE; (7) THE 2025 CALIFONIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE INCORPORATING THE 2024 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE; (8) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE; (9) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL CODE; AND (10) THE 2025 CALIFORNIA REFERENCED STANDARDS CODE; AND AMENDING TITLE 14 OF THE LA MESA MUNICIPAL

CODE AND ALL OTHER ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH
The City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN as follows:

SECTION 1: Findings of Local Conditions. Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Sections 17958.5 and 17958.7, the City Council hereby makes the following findings:

A. Mediterranean weather conditions, hilly terrain, density of development, canyons with dry dense brush, and the environment existing in the City of La Mesa constitute that the California Building Code and the California Residential Code be modified as expressed herein.

B. The high water table, expansive clay-like soils, and history of unregulated grading, including uncompacted fills existing in the City of La Mesa, constitute that the California Building Code be modified as expressed herein.

SECTION 2: Chapter 14.04 of the La Mesa Municipal Code is hereby repealed in its entirety and rewritten to read as follows:
“Chapter 14.04

BUILDING CODE

14.04.010 Adoption of the California Building Code. There is hereby adopted by reference the California Building Code, 2025 Edition (Part 2, Title 24, California Code of Regulations), incorporating the International Building Code, 2024 Edition, published by the International Code Council. Said document is hereby adopted as the Building Code of the City of La Mesa for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of all buildings or structures within the City of La Mesa. There is one (1) copy of said Code on file in the office of the City Clerk for use and examination by the public as required by law.”

SECTION 3: Chapter 14.05 of the La Mesa Municipal Code is hereby repealed in its entirety and rewritten to read as follows:
“Chapter 14.05

GRADING

14.05.010 Adoption of Appendix J of the California Building Code. There is hereby adopted by the City of La Mesa for the purpose of prescribing regulations governing the excavation and grading on private property and the issuance of permits and providing for the inspection thereof, Appendix J of the California Building Code, 2025 Edition, one (1) copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City of La Mesa.

14.05.020 Permits Required. Section J103.2 of Appendix J of the California Building Code, 2025 Edition, adopted by reference in Section 14.05.010 hereof is hereby amended to read as follows:

J103.2 Exemptions. A grading permit shall not be required for the following:

8. An excavation or fill which is less than three (3) feet (915 mm) in depth and does not create a slope steeper than two horizontal to one vertical and does not exceed 100 cubic yards (76.5 m3) on any one lot and does not obstruct or alter a drainage course.

SECTION 4: Chapter 14.08 of the La Mesa Municipal Code is hereby repealed in its entirety and rewritten to read as follows:
“Chapter 14.08

PLUMBING CODE

14.08.010 Adoption of the California Plumbing Code. There is hereby adopted by the City of La Mesa for the purpose of prescribing regulations governing the installation, alteration, or repair of plumbing and drainage systems, the California Plumbing Code, 2025 Edition (Part 5, Title 24, California Code of Regulations), incorporating the Uniform Plumbing Code, 2024 Edition, published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials. There is one (1) copy of said Code on file in the office of the City Clerk for use and examination by the public as required by law.”
SECTION 5: Chapter 14.09 of the La Mesa Municipal Code is hereby repealed in its entirety and rewritten to read as follows:
“Chapter 14.09

MECHANICAL CODE

14.09.010 Adoption of the California Mechanical Code. There is hereby adopted by the City of La Mesa for the purpose of prescribing regulations governing the design, installation, alteration, or repair of heating, ventilating, cooling, refrigeration systems, incinerators and other miscellaneous heating producing appliances within the City of La Mesa, the California Mechanical Code, 2025 Edition, (Part 4, Title 24, California Code of Regulations), incorporating the Uniform Mechanical Code, 2024 Edition, published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials. There is one (1) copy of said code on file in the office of the City Clerk for use and examination by the public as required by law.”

SECTION 6: Chapter 14.10 of the La Mesa Municipal Code is hereby repealed in its entirety and rewritten to read as follows:
“Chapter 14.10

ELECTRICAL CODE

14.10.010 Adoption of the California Electrical Code. There is hereby adopted by the City of La Mesa for the purpose of operation and maintenance of all electrical wiring and electrical apparatus of any nature, whether inside or outside of any building, the California Electrical Code, 2025 Edition (Part 3, Title 24, California Code of Regulations), incorporating the National Electrical Code, 2023 Edition, published by the National Fire Protection Association. There is one (1) copy of said Code on file in the Office of City Clerk for use and examination by the public as required by law.”
SECTION 7: Chapter 14.12 of the La Mesa Municipal Code is hereby repealed in its entirety and rewritten to read as follows:
“Chapter 14.12

RESIDENTIAL CODE

14.12.010 Adoption of the California Residential Code. There is hereby adopted by reference the California Residential Code, 2025 Edition (Part 2.5, Title 24, California Code of Regulations), incorporating the International Residential Code, 2024 Edition, published by the International Code Council. Said document is hereby adopted as the Residential Code of the City of La Mesa for regulating the construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every detached one- and two-family dwelling, efficiency dwelling unit, and townhouse not more than three stories above grade plane in height with a separate means of egress and structures accessory thereto within the City of La Mesa. There is one (1) copy of said Code on file in the Office of the City Clerk for use and examination by the public as required by law.

14.12.020 Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria. Table R301.2(1) of the California Residential Code, 2022 Edition, adopted by reference in Section 14.12.010 hereof is hereby amended to read as follows:

TABLE R301.2(1)

CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA
Ground
Snow Load
Wind Design
Seismic
Design
Category
Subject to Damage from
Winter
Design
Tempe
Ice Barrier
Underlayment
Requiredh
Flood
Hazardg
Air
Freezing
Indexi
Mean
Annual
Tempj
Wind Speedd
(mph)
Topographic Effectsk WeatheringaFrost Line
Depthb Termitec
Zero 95 No D1 Negligible 12” Very Heavy 44oF No Footnote ‘g’ Zero 63.4 oF For SI: 1 pound per square foot = 0.0479kPa, 1 mile per hour = 0.447m/s.

Footnotes:
a. Weathering may require a higher strength concrete or grade of masonry than necessary to satisfy the structural requirements of this code. The weathering column shall be filled in with the weathering index (i.e., “negligible, “moderate” or “severe”) for concrete as determined from the Weathering Probability Map [Figure R301.2(3)]. The grade of masonry units shall be determined from ASTM C34, C55, C62, C73, C90, C129, C145, C216 or C652.

b. The frost line depth may require deeper footings than indicated in Figure R403.1(1). The jurisdiction shall fill in the frost depth column with the minimum depth of footing below finish grade.
c. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table to indicate the need for protection depending on whether there has been a history of local subterranean termite damage. d. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the wind speed from the basic wind speed map [Figure R301.2(4)]. Wind exposure category shall be determined on a sitespecific basis in accordance with Section R301.2.1.4. e. Temperatures shall be permitted to reflect local climates or local weather experience as determined by the Building Official.
f. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the seismic design category determined from Section R301.2.2.1.
g. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with:
(a) the date of the jurisdiction’s entry into the National Flood Insurance Program (date of adoption of the first code or ordinance for management of flood hazard areas), i.e., City of La Mesa Ordinance 2002-2721 06/25/2002,
(b) the date(s) of the Flood Insurance Study, i.e., Study date 01/31/2001 adopted by Ordinance 2002-2721;
(c) the panel numbers and dates of all currently effective FIRMs and FBFMs or other flood hazard map adopted by the authority having jurisdiction, as amended, i.e., Panel 06073C1643H current effective date 09/28/2006; Panel 06073C1644G current effective date 09/05/2006.
h. In accordance with Sections R905.2.7.1, R905.4.3.1, R905.5.3.1, R905.6.3.1, R905.7.3.1 and R905.8.3.1, where there has been a history of local damage from the effects of ice damming, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with “YES”. Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with “NO”. i. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the 100-year return period air freezing index (BF-days) from Figure R403.3(2) or from the 100-year (99%) value on the National Climatic Data Center data table “Air Freezing Index – USA Method (Base 32o)” at www.ncdc.noaa.gov/fpsf.html.
j. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the mean annual temperature from the National Climatic Data Center data table “Air Freezing Index – USA Method (Base 32oF)” at www.ncdc.noaa.gov/fpsf.html.
k. In accordance with Section R301.2.1.5, where there is local historical data documenting structural damage to buildings due to topographic wind speed up effects, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with “YES.” Otherwise the jurisdiction shall indicate “NO” in this part of the table.”

SECTION 8: Chapter 14.13 of the La Mesa Municipal Code is hereby repealed in its entirety and rewritten to read as follows:
“Chapter 14.13

GREEN BUILDING CODE

14.13.010 Adoption of the California Green Building Standards Code. There is hereby adopted by reference the California Green Building Standards Code, 2025 Edition (Part 11, Title 24, California Code of Regulations). Said document is hereby adopted as the Green Building Code of the City of La Mesa for establishing minimum standards to improve public health, safety and general welfare by enhancing the design and construction of buildings through the use of building concepts having a reduced negative impact or positive environmental impact and encouraging sustainable construction practices. There is one (1) copy of said Code on file in the Office of the City Clerk for use and examination by the public as required by law.” SECTION 9: Chapter 14.14 of the La Mesa Municipal Code is hereby repealed in its entirety and rewritten to read as follows:
“Chapter 14.14

EXISTING BUILDING CODE

14.14.010 Adoption of the California Existing Building Code. There is hereby adopted by reference the California Existing Building Code, 2025 Edition (Part 10, Title 24, California Code of Regulations), based on the 2024 International Existing Building Code. Said document is hereby adopted as the Existing Building Code of the City of La Mesa for regulating alteration, repair, addition, and change of occupancy or relocation of existing building and structures. There is one (1) copy of said Code on file in the Office of the City Clerk for use and examination by the public as required by law.”
SECTION 10: Chapter 14.15 is added to the La Mesa Municipal Code and written as follows:
“Chapter 14.15

ENERGY CODE

14.15.010 Adoption of the California Energy Code. There is hereby adopted by reference the California Energy Code, 2025 Edition (Part 6, Title 24, California Code of Regulations). Said document is hereby adopted as the Energy Code of the City of La Mesa for the purpose of prescribing regulations for the conservation of energy in buildings where energy will be utilized.

There is one (1) copy of said Code on file in the Office of the City Clerk for use and examination by the public as required by law.”
“Chapter 14.16

HISTORICAL CODE
SECTION 11: Chapter 14.16 is added to the La Mesa Municipal Code and written as follows:

14.16.010 Adoption of the California Historical Building Code. There is hereby adopted by reference the California Historical Building Code, 2025 Edition (Part 8, Title 24, California Code

of Regulations). Said document is hereby adopted as the Historical Code of the City of La Mesa for the purpose of prescribing alternative building regulations for the rehabilitation, preservation, restoration, or relocation of designated historic buildings. There is one (1) copy of said Code on file in the Office of the City Clerk for use and examination by the public as required by law.” “Chapter 14.17

REFERENCED STANDARDS
SECTION 12: Chapter 14.17 is added to the La Mesa Municipal Code and written as follows:

14.17.010 Adoption of the California Referenced Standards Code. There is hereby adopted by reference the California Referenced Standards Code, 2025 Edition (Part 12, Title 24, California Code of Regulations). There is one (1) copy of said Code on file in the Office of the City Clerk for use and examination by the public as required by law.

SECTION 13: Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is invalidated by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The Council of the City of La Mesa hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause and phrase thereof, respective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, or phrases be declared invalid. If any provision of this Ordinance or application thereof to any person or circumstances is held invalid. Such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications and, to this end, the provisions of the Ordinance are declared to be severable.

SECTION 14: This Ordinance shall be effective January 1, 2026 and the City Clerk of the City of La Mesa is hereby authorized to use summary publication procedures pursuant to Government Code Section 36933 utilizing a newspaper of general circulation published in the City of La Mesa.

INTRODUCED AND READ at a Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, held the 12th day of November 2025, and thereafter PASSED AND ADOPTED at a Regular meeting of said City Council held the 9
th day of December 2025, by the following vote, to
wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

APPROVED:
__________________________
MARK ARAPOSTATHIS, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC, City Clerk

CERTIFICATE OF CITY CLERK
I, MEGAN WIEGELMAN, City Clerk of the City of La Mesa, California, do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true and correct copy of Ordinance No. ______, duly passed and adopted by the City Council of said City on the date and by the vote therein recited and that the same has been duly published according to law.

MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC, City Clerk
(SEAL OF CITY)

Review of changes in the 2025 California Building Standards Code The following provides a summary of significant changes in the 2025 edition of the California Building Standards Code (Title 24, California Code of Regulations) compared to the existing code affecting permits in the City of La Mesa.

Summary
The following are Building Codes that staff have identified as relevant to future design and development within the City of La Mesa. This adoption cycle, the California Building Code strengthens fire safety by adding requirements that address continuity of fire-resistancerated exterior walls. The Residential Code incorporates pointers to the new WildlandUrban Interface code (adopted by the State Fire Marshall). The Plumbing Code provides updates and clarifications that align with the State's Health and Safety Code. The Energy and Green codes encourage the State's clean energy goals with the use of heat pump water heaters, electric readiness, stronger ventilation standards, and higher percentages of installed EV’s for new commercial and multifamily projects. 2025 California Building Code (2024 International Building Code) CCR Title 24 Part 2
CBC 705.6 Continuity
Adds parameters for fire-rated exterior walls to extend the required rating from the foundation to the underside of a roof sheathing or floor/ceiling assembly. 2025 California Residential Code(2024 International Residential Code) CCR Title 24 Part 2.5
CRC 102.7 Wildland-Urban Interface
Added a new section as a pointer to the new California Wildland-Urban Interface Code (CWUIC), which applies to houses built in a wildland-urban interface area. 2025 California Plumbing Code (2024 Uniform Plumbing Code) CCR Title 24 Part 5
CPC 408.3 Water consumption
Amended to align with appliance efficiency regulations adopted by the California Energy Commission in Title 20 and showerhead requirements in CalGreen. 422.1.1 Fixture calculations and 422.2 Separate facilities Repealed the existing California amendment and adopted the model code regarding all gender restroom fixtures to add to the required fixture counts. Added an exception to the requirement for separate facilities for both sexes, where rooms have fixtures designed for both sexes and urinals and water closets are in privacy compartments. 2025 California Energy Code
CCR Title 24 Part 6
A) Residential

Section §110.3(c)7B Air-source heat pump water heaters (HPWH) Adds ventilation or minimum room volume required when installing heat pump water heaters.

Section §150.0(c) Wall insulation & (q) Fenestration products Updates maximum u-factors for wall insulation, fenestration, and Solar Heat Gain Coefficients (SHGC) for fenestration (including skylights).

Section §150.0(s) Battery energy storage systems (BESS) ready Updates the mandatory battery energy storage system (BESS) readiness for newly constructed single-family, one- or two-dwelling units.

B) Non-Residential
Tables 120.1
Updates minimum ventilation rates, minimum exhaust rates, and classes of air streams and sources.

Section § 120.6 (k)
Adds mandatory requirements for electric readiness for commercial kitchens. 2025 California Green Building Standards Code
CCR Title 24 Part 11
A) Residential

4.106.4.3 Electric vehicle charging for additions and alterations of parking facilities serving existing multifamily buildings, hotels, and motels
Modified existing requirements for EV-capable spaces to include a requirement for either a low-power Level 2 EV charging receptacle or a Level 2 EV charger. Removed the EVcapable spaces percentage requirements and added that each parking space being added or altered will be required to be equipped with a low-power level 2 EV charging receptacle or charger.

4.106.4.4 Bicycle Parking
Made previously voluntary measures mandatory for newly constructed multifamily buildings, hotels, and motels. Amended to clarify the type of long-term bicycle enclosures and anchoring required for hotels and motels.

B) Non-Residential

5.106.4.1.1 Short-term bicycle parking
Provides a new compliance method for required Bicycle parking based on the number of

anticipated “peak daily visitors”, instead of the number of parking spaces.

5.106.4.1.2.1, 2, & 3 Long Term Bicycle parking
Provides a new compliance method based on the number of “tenant-occupants”, instead of the number of vehicle parking spaces used by workers, and increases the percentage from five (5) to ten (10) percent.

5.106.5.3.1 EV Capable spaces
Added columns to the table for office and retail specifically, and increased the amount of EV-capable and EV chargers installed for new commercial projects.

DATE: November 12, 2025
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: John Herrera, CPA, Acting Finance Director
VIA: Greg Humora, City Manager
SUBJECT: Housing Asset Audited Fund Financial Statements for June 30, 2024 Pursuant to Senate Bill 341, the City of La Mesa in its capacity as Housing Successor Agency is required to conduct and provide to its governing body an independent financial audit of the Low and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund. SB 341 also requires that the housing successor post specified information on its internet web site.

Attached please find the audited financial statements and addendum to the annual progress report for the Housing Asset Fund of the City of La Mesa for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024. The financial statements audited are prepared by the City’s outside audit firm Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, reviewed by City staff, and report on the revenues, expenditures, and ending fund balance of the Housing Asset Fund.

Included in the financial statements are the Notes to the Financial Statements that provide additional detailed information about the Housing Asset Fund. No exceptions were noted, and the financial statements were prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

The Addendum to the Annual Progress Report provides additional information related to the Housing function as required by SB341.

Pursuant to SB341, this information will be posted in the La Mesa Successor Agency section of the Community Development Department on our City website at:
https://www.cityoflamesa.us/118/La-Mesa-Successor-Agency Attachments:

A: Housing Asset Fund Audited Financial Statements for fiscal year ended June 30, 2024
B: Housing Asset Fund Addendum to the Annual Progress Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2024

CITY OF LA MESA, CALIFORNIA

HOUSING ASSET FUND

AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
JUNE 30, 2024

City of La Mesa, California
Housing Asset Fund
June 30, 2024
Table of Contents
PAGE
Independent Auditor’s Report 1
Financial Statements
Balance Sheet 4
Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balance 5 Notes to the Financial Statements 6

Tel. 909-889-0871 | www.ramscpa.net | 735 E. Carnegie Dr. Suite 100, San Bernardino, CA 92408

CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
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Independent Auditor's Report
To the Honorable City Council
City of La Mesa, California
Report on the Audit of the Financial Statements
Opinion
We have audited the accompanying financial statements of the Housing Asset Fund (the Fund), a special revenue fund of the City of La Mesa, California (City), as of and for the year ended June 30, 2024, and the related notes to the financial statements, which collectively comprise the Fund’s basic financial statements as listed in the table of contents.

In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the respective financial position of the Fund as of June 30, 2024, and the respective changes in financial position for the year then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Basis for Opinion
We conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAS) and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing Standards, issued by the Comptroller General of the United States (Government Auditing Standards). Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our report. We are required to be independent of the City and to meet our other ethical responsibilities, in accordance with the relevant ethical requirements relating to our audit. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.

Management’s Responsibility for the Financial Statements Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, and for the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

In preparing the financial statements, management is required to evaluate whether there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the City’s ability to continue as a going concern for twelve months beyond the financial statement date, including any currently known information that may raise substantial doubt shortly thereafter.

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Auditor’s Responsibility for the Audit of the Financial Statements Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not absolute assurance and therefore is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with GAAS and Government Auditing Standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. Misstatements are considered material if there is a substantial likelihood that, individually or in the aggregate, they would influence the judgment made by a reasonable user based on the financial statements.

In performing an audit in accordance with GAAS and Government Auditing Standards, we:
 Exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit.  Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, and design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks.

Such procedures include examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements.
 Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Fund’s internal control. Accordingly, no such opinion is expressed.
 Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluate the overall presentation of the financial statements.
 Conclude whether, in our judgment, there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the Fund’s ability to continue as a going concern for a reasonable period of time.

We are required to communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit, significant audit findings, and certain internal control–related matters that we identified during the audit.

Other Matters
Management has omitted management’s discussion and analysis that accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require to be presented to supplement the basic financial statements. Such missing information, although not a part of the basic financial statements, is required by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board, who considers it to be an essential part of the financial reporting for placing the basic financial statements in an appropriate operational, economic or historical context. Our opinion on the basic financial statements is not affected by this omitted information.

Emphasis of Matter
As discussed in Note 1, the financial statements present only the Housing Asset Fund and do not purport to, and do not present fairly the financial position of the City of La Mesa, California, as of June 30, 2024, the changes in its financial position, or, where applicable, its cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Our opinion is not modified with respect to this matter.

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Other Reporting Required by Government Auditing Standards In accordance with Government Auditing Standards, we have also issued our report dated October 22, 2025, and on our consideration of the Fund’s internal control over financial reporting and on our tests of its compliance with certain provisions of laws, regulations, contracts, and grant agreements and other matters. The purpose of that report is to describe the scope of our testing of internal control over financial reporting and compliance and the results of that testing, and not to provide an opinion on internal control over financial reporting or on compliance. That report is an integral part of an audit performed in accordance with Government Auditing Standards in considering the Fund’s internal control over financial reporting and compliance.

San Bernardino, California
October 22, 2025

City of La Mesa, California
Housing Asset Fund
Balance Sheet
June 30, 2024
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. -4-
Assets
Cash and investments 3,105,412 $
Loans receivable 225,000
Lease receivable 341,779
Property held for resale 8,350,000
Total assets 12,022,191 $
Liabilities, Deferred Inflows of Resources and Fund Balance Liabilities
Salaries payable 2,755 $
Total liabilities 2,755
Deferred inflows of resources
Unavailable revenue - housing loans 225,000
Leases 325,059
Total liabilities 550,059
Fund balance
Restricted 11,469,377
Total fund balance 11,469,377
Total liabilities, deferred inflows of resources and fund balance 12,022,191 $

City of La Mesa, California
Housing Asset Fund
Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balance For the year ended June 30, 2024
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. -5-
Revenues
Use of money and property 44,502 $
Other revenues 93,087
Total revenues 137,589
Expenditures
Current:

Community development 113,489
Total expenditures 113,489
Net change in fund balance 24,100
Fund balance, beginning of year, as previously reported 11,079,857 Correction of error 365,420
Fund balance, beginning of year, as restated 11,445,277 Fund balance, end of year 11,469,377 $

City of La Mesa, California
Housing Asset Fund
Notes to the Financial Statements
For the year ended June 30, 2024
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Note 1 – Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies The City of La Mesa was incorporated in 1912, under the laws of the State of California and enjoys all the rights and privileges applicable to a general law city. It is governed by an elected five-member City Council.

The following is a summary of the significant accounting policies of the City of La Mesa as they pertain to the Housing Asset Fund. Only the Housing Asset Fund information is included herein, and these financial statements, therefore, do not purport to represent the financial position or results of operations of the City of La Mesa, California.

Basis of Accounting
These fund financial statements are reported using the modified-accrual basis of accounting. Under the modified-accrual basis of accounting, revenues are recognized when susceptible to accrual (i.e. when they are both measurable and available). “Measurable” means the amount of the transaction can be determined, and “available” means collectible within the current period or soon enough thereafter (within 60 days) to be used to pay liabilities of the current period. Expenditures are generally recognized in the accounting period in which the liability is incurred, if measurable.

Use of Estimates in the Preparation of Financial Statements The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and necessarily include amounts based on estimates and assumptions by management.

Actual results could differ from those amounts.

Note 2 – Cash and Investments
Cash at June 30, 2024, consisted of the following:

Amount
Pooled cash and investments 3,105,412 $
The City follows the practice of pooling cash and investments for all funds, except for funds required to be held by outside fiscal agents under the provisions of bond indentures.

For more information on the City’s cash and investments as of June 30, 2024, please see the City of La Mesa’s audited financial statements. The Fund’s cash and investments are held in this pool.

Note 3 – Capital Assets
The Housing Asset Fund owns the Campina Court Apartment property, with a historical cost of $6,065,000. This amount is included in the City’s government-wide financial statements and is not reported at the fund level.

City of La Mesa, California
Housing Asset Fund
Notes to the Financial Statements
For the year ended June 30, 2024
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Note 4 – Lease Receivable
As of June 30, 2024, the Housing Asset Fund had one active lease for the use of Campina. The lease has receipts that range from $8,800 to $21,037 and an interest rate of 2.580%. The value of the lease receivable at June 30, 2024 is $341,779 and the value of the deferred inflow of resources is $325,059.

Note 5 – Property Held for Resale
On November 25, 2008, the City entered into a Purchase and Sale Agreement with the Redevelopment Agency (Agency) to sell certain real property located at 8181 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, California at the appraised value of $8,350,000 for the purposes of increasing, improving, and preserving the community's supply of housing available at affordable cost to persons and families of low or moderate income. The Agency made an initial payment of $1,000,000 at closing and issued a promissory note to the City for $7,350,000.

The outstanding balance was transferred from the Agency to the Successor Agency on February 1, 2012, as part of the dissolution of the Redevelopment Agency. At June 30, 2024, the outstanding balance of the advances from the City to the Successor Agency relating to this transaction was $4,707,657.

On August 23, 2012, the City of La Mesa acting as Successor Agency filed the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS III) for the January through June 2013 time period. As it had been for all previous ROPS, included on the ROPS III was the outstanding loan balance ($5,300,000 at June 30, 2012) for the Police Station Land Sale between the General Fund and the Successor Agency and the related annual debt service ($750,000 per year). The Department of Finance denied the debt on the ROPS III as an enforceable obligation, despite approving it on all previous ROPS, stating:

HSC section 34171 (d) defines enforceable obligations. Based on our review and application of the law, Item No.5 - a loan agreement between the City of La Mesa (City) and the Agency in the amount of $5.3 million is not an enforceable obligation.

The loan was used to purchase the land under the police station. HSC section 34171 (d) (2) states that agreements between the City and the Agency are not enforceable.

The City requested a Meet and Confer with the Department of Finance, which was held on November 21, 2012. On December 19, 2012, the City received a determination from the Department of Finance that upheld the original determination to deny both the outstanding loan balance and related annual debt service as enforceable obligations. However, on December 7, 2017, the Oversight Board for the Successor Agency approved a repayment schedule in accordance with the maximum repayment amounts specified in the Dissolution Law including H&S Code Section 34191.4(b)(3) until the loan is repaid in full. On January 23, 2018, the Department of Finance issued a Determination Letter, approving the loan balance of $5,300,000. Repayments of this loan have begun, since other deferrals listed on the ROPS were repaid.

City of La Mesa, California
Housing Asset Fund
Notes to the Financial Statements
For the year ended June 30, 2024
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Note 6 – Fund Balance
The following classifications describe the relative strength of the spending constraints placed on the purposes for which resources can be used:
 Nonspendable – amounts that are not in a spendable form (such as inventory) or are required to be maintained intact.
 Restricted – amounts constrained to specific purposes by their providers (such as grantors, bondholders and higher levels of government), through constitutional provisions or by enabling legislation.
 Committed – amounts constrained to specific purposes by a government itself, using the highest level of decision-making authority; to be reported as committed, amounts cannot be used for any other purpose unless the government takes the same highest-level action to remove or change the constraint.
 Assigned – amounts a government intends to use for a specific purpose; intent can be expressed by the governing body or by an official or body to which the governing body delegates the authority.
 Unassigned – amounts that are for any purpose; positive amounts are reported only in a general fund.

The City Council, as the governing body of the Housing Asset Fund, establishes (and modifies or rescinds) fund balance commitments by passage of an ordinance or resolution. The Director of Finance has the authority, granted by the Council, to assign City resources. When both restricted and unrestricted resources are available for use when an expenditure is incurred, it is the Housing Asset Fund’s policy to use restricted resources first, then unrestricted resources as they are needed.

It is also the Housing Asset Fund’s policy to consider committed amounts as being reduced first, followed by assigned amounts and then unassigned amounts when expenditures are incurred for purposes for which amounts in any of those unrestricted fund balance classifications could be used.

The Housing Asset Fund’s governmental fund balances of $11,103,957 at June 30, 2024, are restricted for low and moderate income housing.

Note 7 – Loans Receivable
The loans receivable to the Housing Asset Fund are loans originally made from low and moderate income housing loans for three properties located on Lubbock Avenue. The loans are secured by trust deeds on the individual properties and are payable upon sale or transfer of the property by the original property owner.

Note 8 – Prior Period Adjustment – Restatement
During fiscal year 2024, the City identified an error in the financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. The error resulted from the omission of recognition of revenue and offsetting the deferred inflows of resources related to housing loans. In accordance with GASB Statement No. 100, Accounting Changes and Error Corrections, the financial statements for the prior period have been restated to correct this error, in the amount of $365,420.

Housing Asset Fund of the City of La Mesa
Addendum to the Annual Progress Report
For Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024

Tel. 909-889-0871 | www.ramscpa.net | 735 E. Carnegie Dr. Suite 100, San Bernardino, CA 92408

CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
1 Independent Accountant’s Disclaimer Report Applied to the Preparation of the Addendum to the Annual Progress Report of the Housing Successor of the City of La Mesa
To Management of the
Housing Successor of the City of La Mesa
La Mesa, California
We have prepared the accompanying Addendum to the Annual Progress Report (“Addendum to the APR”) of the Housing Asset Fund of the City of La Mesa (Housing Successor) as of June 30, 2024, and for the year then ended in accordance with the reporting provisions of the California Health & Safety Code Section 34176.1 as amended by Senate Bill 341 (Chapter 796, Statutes of 2013, effective January 2014) (“SB 341”), and as amended by Senate Bill 107 (Chapter 325, Statutes of 2015, effective January 2016) HSC Section 34176.1(f). Management of the Housing Successor is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the Addendum to the APR in accordance with the reporting provisions of SB 341, and for designing, implementing, and maintaining internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of the Addendum to the APR.

The accompanying Addendum to the APR of the Housing Successor as of June 30, 2024, and for the year then ended was not subjected to an audit, review, or compilation engagement by us and, accordingly, we do not express an opinion, conclusion, nor provide any assurance on it.

This Addendum to the APR is intended solely for the information and use of management of the Housing Successor of the City of La Mesa and is not intended to be, and should not be used by anyone other than this specified party.

San Bernardino, California
October 22, 2025

2 Housing Successor of the City of La Mesa
Addendum to the Annual Progress Report
For Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024
1) The amount the City, County, or City and County received pursuant to subparagraph (A) of paragraph (3) of subdivision (b) of Section 34191.4.

The Housing Asset Fund received $93,087 in proceeds deemed as an enforcement obligation pursuant to subparagraph (A) of paragraph (3) of subdivision (b) of Section 34191.4.
2) The amount deposited to the Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund, distinguishing between amounts deposited pursuant to subparagraphs (B) and (C) of paragraph (3) of subdivision (b) of Section 34191.4, amounts deposited for other items listed on the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule from other amounts deposited.

The Housing Asset Fund received $44,502 from the use of money and property, and received $93,087 in proceeds deemed as an enforceable obligation, as noted in step 1.

None of these amounts were deposited for items listed on the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule.
3) A statement of the balance in the fund as of the close of the fiscal year, distinguishing any amounts held for items listed on the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule from other amounts.

The balance in the Housing Asset Fund as of June 30, 2024, was $12,022,191. There are no outstanding obligations related to items listed on the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule, as all amounts have been paid in full. 4) A description of expenditures from the fund by category, including, but not limited to, expenditures:
a. For monitoring and preserving the long-term affordability of units subject to affordability restrictions or covenants entered into by the redevelopment agency or the housing successor and administering the activities described in paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), The Housing Asset Fund's expenditures related to this category for the year ended June 30, 2024, were $113,490 in administrative expenditures. b. For homeless prevention and rapid re-housing services for the development of housing described in paragraph (2) of subdivision (a), and The Housing Asset Fund had no expenditures related to homeless prevention and rapid re-housing services for the year ended June 30, 2024.

3 c. For the development of housing pursuant to paragraph (3) of subdivision (a).

The Housing Asset Fund had no expenditures related to the development of housing for the year ended June 30, 2024.
5) As described in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a), the statutory value of real property owned by the housing successor, the value of loans and grants receivable, and the sum of these two amounts.

The statutory value of real property owned by the Housing Asset Fund as of June 30, 2024, was $14,415,000. The Housing Asset Fund had loans receivable in the amount of $225,000 and lease receivable in the amount of $341,779 as of June 30, 2024.

The sum of the statutory value of real property and the value of loans and notes receivable was $14,415,000.
6) A description of any transfers made pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (c) in the previous fiscal year and, if still unencumbered, in earlier fiscal years, and a description of and status update on any project for which transferred funds have been or will be expended if that project has not yet been placed in service.

No transfers occurred pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (c) in the previous fiscal year or earlier fiscal years in the Housing Asset Fund. 7) A description of any project for which the housing successor receives or holds property tax revenue pursuant to the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule and the status of that project.

The Housing Asset Fund received no such property tax revenue for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024.
8) For interests in real property acquired by the former redevelopment agency prior to February 1, 2012, a status update on compliance with Section 33334.16. For interests in real property acquired on or after February 1, 2012, a status update on the project.

As of June 30, 2024, the Housing Asset Fund did not hold any property acquired prior to February 1, 2012.

As of June 30, 2024, the Housing Asset Fund held the Campina Court Apartments as property acquired after February 1, 2012. The ground lease for the Campina Court Apartments was transferred from the La Mesa Family Housing Partnership, L.P. to USA Property Fund.

4 As of June 30, 2024, the Housing Asset Fund also held the Old Police Station Site as property acquired after February 1, 2012. The purpose for the retention of the asset was to develop affordable housing for persons of low or moderate income. On October 12, 2021, the City approved entering into a Disposition and Development Agreement with USA Properties and granted the necessary entitlements to construct an affordable housing project. The approved development consists of 147 affordable rental units.

Construction commenced in August 2022 and, as of July 1, 2025 - prior to issuance of this report - construction has been completed.
9) A description of any outstanding obligations pursuant to Section 33413 that remained to transfer to the housing successor on February 1, 2012, of the housing successor's progress in meeting those obligations, and of the housing successor's plans to meet unmet obligations. In addition, the housing successor shall include in the report posted on its internet web site the implementation plans of the former redevelopment agency.

As of June 30, 2024, there were no outstanding obligations pursuant to Section 33413 that remained to be transferred to the Housing Asset Fund on February 1, 2012. 10) The information required by subparagraph (B) of paragraph (3) of subdivision (a). of Section 34176.1
As of June 30, 2024, the City complied with these requirements through submission of the annual General Plan Implementation Report, which includes an Annual Element Progress Report on Housing Element Implementation.
11) The percentage of units of deed-restricted rental housing restricted to seniors and assisted individually or jointly by the housing successor, its former redevelopment agency, and its host jurisdiction within the previous 10 years in relation to the aggregate number of units of deed-restricted rental housing assisted individually or jointly by the housing successor, its former redevelopment agency, and its host jurisdiction within the same time period.

The percentage of units of deed-restricted rental housing restricted to seniors and assisted is 21%.
12) The amount of any excess surplus, the amount of time that the successor agency has had excess surplus, and the housing successor's plan for eliminating the excess surplus.

The Housing Asset Fund did not have an excess surplus as of June 30, 2024, or at any point during the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024. See Attachment A. 13) An inventory of homeownership units assisted by the former redevelopment agency or the housing successor that are subject to covenants or restrictions or to an adopted program that protects the former redevelopment agency’s investment of monies from the Low and Moderate Income Housing Fund pursuant to subdivision (f) of Section 33334.3.

5 a. The number of those units.

The Housing Successor Fund assisted with 3 loans pursuant to subdivision (f) of Section 33334.3.
b. In the first report pursuant to this subdivision, the number of units lost to the portfolio after February 1, 2012, and the reason or reasons for those losses. For all subsequent reports, the number of the units lost to the portfolio in the last fiscal year and the reason for those losses.

The Housing Successor Fund had no units lost to the portfolio after February 1, 2012, as of June 30, 2024.
c. Any funds returned to the housing successor as part of an adopted program that protects the former redevelopment agency’s investment of monies from the Low and Moderate Income Housing Fund.

The Housing Successor Fund did not receive any funds in return as part of an adopted program that protects the former redevelopment agency’s investment of monies from the Low and Moderate Income Housing Fund for the year ended June 30, 2024.
d. Whether the housing successor has contracted with any outside entity for the management of the units and, if so, the identity of the entity.

The Housing Successor has not contracted with any outside entity for the management of the units as of June 30, 2024.

Attachment A
6 Former Redevelopment Agency of the City of La Mesa
Excess Surplus Calculation
Opening fund balance - July 1, 2023 11,079,858 $
Less unavailable amounts:

Encumbrances (Section 33334.12(g)(2)) 2,755 $
Land Held for Resale 8,350,000 (8,352,755)
Available Low & Mod Funds 2,727,103
Limitation (Greater of $1,000,000 or four years of deposits) Amounts deposited for the preceding 4 years fiscal years ended:

June 30, 2023 236,470 $
June 30, 2022 1,055,522
June 30, 2021 922,494
June 30, 2020 585,894
Total amounts deposited for the preceding 4 fiscal years 2,800,380 Base limitation 1,000,000
Greater amount 2,800,380
Computed Excess Surplus - $
Low & Moderate Income Housing
Funds - All Project Areas

REPORT to the MAYOR and MEMBERS of the CITY COUNCIL
From the CITY MANAGER
DATE: November 12, 2025
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION AWARDING THE PURCHASE OF A

PIERCE AERIAL LADDER TRUCK FOR THE FIRE

DEPARTMENT TO SOUTH COAST FIRE EQUIPMENT
ISSUING DEPARTMENT: Finance
SUMMARY:

Issues:

Should the City Council adopt a resolution awarding the purchase of a Pierce Aerial ladder truck for the Fire Department to South Coast Fire Equipment? Recommendation:

That the City Council adopt a resolution awarding the purchase of a Pierce Aerial ladder truck for the Fire Department to South Coast Fire Equipment.

Fiscal Impact:

The quoted cost for the purchase of the vehicle is $2,349,586.93 and funds are budgeted and available in Equipment Replacement Fund Account 603-1315-6585.

Funds will be encumbered at the time of order placement, with full payment due at time of delivery, expected in fiscal year 2030.

City’s Strategic Goals:
 Maintain a community where residents and visitors feel safe.  Invest in infrastructure to serve the needs of the community.

Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: November 12, 2025
Page: 2 of 3
BACKGROUND:

The City of La Mesa Fire Department’s current aerial ladder Truck 11 was placed into service in 2010 and will be considered fully depreciated by 2030 when it will be 20 years old. It is the only aerial ladder truck in the department and is needed for structure fires as well as rescue operations in multi-story buildings. The current truck is experiencing more frequent and expensive maintenance and service needs as it remains in use. A replacement truck by Pierce would match the existing fleet for both La Mesa Fire and the other agencies in the Heartland Fire JPA. This would include radio systems compatible with the regional RCS system. Currently, fire truck replacements from Pierce, and other vendors, take about four (4) years to receive from time of order, due to limited number of vendors and the current market conditions.

DISCUSSION:

The City received a quote from South Coast Fire Equipment, which supplies Pierce trucks and engines to agencies in this region and who supplied previous engines for the La Mesa Fire Department, based on Helping Governments Across the Country (HGAC) Cooperative Contract Number FS12-23. The City’s Purchasing Officer may use cooperative purchasing plans when it is in the City's best interest to purchase a commodity without conducting a separate bidding procedure, pursuant to La Mesa Municipal Code Section 2.40.190. Purchasing a Pierce Aerial ladder truck will maintain consistency with the current fleet and keep an important piece of equipment in service for years. By purchasing from a regional supplier instead of using a formal bid process, the City can secure the vehicle more quickly and from an experienced and reliable vendor.

Under these facts, the circumstances are that South Coast Fire Equipment can provide the needed truck in time to remove the current truck from service and at a reasonable cost while keeping the purchase within the regional economy; and, as such, staff recommends that it is in the best interests of the City to enter into a purchase contract for a Pierce Aerial ladder truck for the Fire Department to South Coast Fire Equipment without a formal bidding process.

Staff will request a liquidated damages provision in the contract with South Coast Fire Equipment to ensure they fulfill their promise to deliver said ladder truck within 48 to 51 months, or within a reasonable period therefrom, notwithstanding unforeseen circumstances beyond the control of the vendor.

Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: November 12, 2025
Page: 3 of 3
CONCLUSION:

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution awarding the purchase of a Pierce Aerial ladder truck for the Fire Department to South Coast Fire Equipment.

Reviewed by: Respectfully submitted by:
____________________ ___________________
Greg Humora John Herrera, CPA
City Manager Acting Finance Director
___________________
Scott Munzenmaier
Purchasing Officer
Attachments: A. Resolution
B. Vehicle Proposal

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA AWARDING

THE PURCHASE OF A PIERCE AERIAL LADDER TRUCK FOR THE FIRE

DEPARTMENT TO SOUTH COAST FIRE EQUIPMENT
WHEREAS, the City of La Mesa Fire Department’s current aerial ladder Truck 11 was placed into service in 2010 and is experiencing more frequent and expensive maintenance and service needs as it remains in use;
WHEREAS, a quote was received from South Coast Fire Equipment, which supplies Pierce trucks and engines to agencies in this region and who supplied previous engines for the La Mesa Fire Department, based on HGAC Cooperative Contract Number FS12-23; and WHEREAS, the City’s Purchasing Officer may use cooperative purchasing plans when it is in the city's best interest to purchase a commodity without conducting a separate bidding procedure, pursuant to La Mesa Municipal Code Section 2.40.190.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, that the City Council intends to award the purchase of a Pierce Aerial ladder truck for the Fire Department to South Coast Fire Equipment for an amount not-to-exceed $2,349,586.93.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, held the 12th day of November 2025, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

CERTIFICATE OF CITY CLERK
I, MEGAN WIEGELMAN, City Clerk of the City of La Mesa, California, do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true and exact copy of Resolution No. 2025- , duly passed and adopted by the City Council of said City on the date and by the vote therein recited.

MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC, City Clerk
(SEAL OF CITY)

Contract
No.: FS12-23 DatePrepared: 10/11/2025
Buying
Agency: Contractor:

Contact
Person:

Prepared
By:

Phone: Phone:

Fax: Fax:

Email: Email:

Product
Description 23A-107 August 2025 Pricing
$1,933,620.00
Cost Cost
Subtotal B: $266,092.00
Cost Cost
Subtotal C: -$40,925.00
-2%
1 $2,158,787.00 = Subtotal D: $2,158,787.00
Subtotal E: $2,000.00
Cost Cost
$183,496.90
$5,289.03 $14.00
Subtotal F: $188,799.93
Delivery Date: 49-52 month G. Total Purchase Price (D+E+F): $2,349,586.93 F. Trade-Ins / Special Discounts / Other Allowances / Freight / Installation / Miscellaneous Charges Description Description
Sales Tax
Performance Bond Tire Fee
E. H-GAC Order Processing Charge (Amount Per Current Policy) Subtotal From Additional Sheet(s):

Check: Total cost of Customization Categories (C) cannot exceed 25% of the total of the Base Unit Price plus Published Options (A+B). For this transaction the percentage is:

D. Total Cost Before Any Applicable Trade-In / Other Allowances / Discounts (A+B+C) Quantity Ordered: X Subtotal of A + B + C:

Description Description
Subtotal From Additional Sheet(s):

C. Customization Category Totals - Itemize below / Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary. (Note: Customization options are "manufacturer non-standard options" which were submitted and priced in Contractors's proposal.) 619-441-1615 9096739900
[email protected] [email protected]
Velocity Chassis, Tandem Rear axle, 100' Rear mounted Platform - 1033 A. Product Item Base Unit Price Per Contractor's H-GAC Contract:

B. Published Options - Itemize below - Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary. (Note: Published Options are "manufacturer standard options" which were submitted and priced in Contractor's proposal.) Description Description

CONTRACT PRICING WORKSHEET
For MOTOR VEHICLES Only
Due to global supply chain constraints, any delivery date contained herein is a good faith estimate as of the date of this order/contract. As needed, delivery updates will be provided as soon as possible.

La Mesa Fire Department South Coast Fire Equipment/Pierce Manufacturing Chris Case Kevin Newell

Extension
( 1 )
$ 2,158,787.00
Sales Tax @ 8.500% $ 183,496.90
$ 2,342,283.90
Performance Bond $ 5,289.03
California Tire Fee $ 14.00
Consortium Fee Not Applicable $ -
$ 2,347,586.93
The above proposal price shall be valid until or extended in writing by South Coast Fire Equipment.

Said apparatus and equipment are to be built by the manfacturer and shipped in accordance with the specifications hereto attached, delays due to strikes, war or international conflict, failures to obtain chassis, materials, inability to obtain labor, supplies or manufacturing facilities, epidemics, acts of God, or causes beyond our control not preventing, delivery would be 48-51 months after receipt of this order and acceptance thereof at our office in Corona, California, and deliver to you at If the customer so desires to purchase the Product described in the Proposal and the attached specifications, prior to the expiration date listed above, the Customer shall sign and return this proposal. The Customer can then provide their choice of document for entering into the agreement by providing a Purchase Order, or signing a Contract with South Coast Fire Equipment, 3150 Palisades Dr. Corona, CA 82878 as the seller.

El Cajon, CA.

Total Purchase Price would be reduced to $2,347,586.93
The specifications herein contained shall form a part of the final contract and are subject to changes desired by the purchaser, provided such alterations are interlined prior to the acceptance by the company of the order to purchase, and provided such alterrations do not matterially affect the cost of the construction of the apparaus

APPARATUS COST WITH TAX
$ 14.00
$ 2,342,283.90
$ 2,347,586.93
8054 Allison Ave.

One
. The buyer must make the payment
within 15 days to obtain the full discount. Payments not received with in the 15 days are subject to an adjustment to the Total Purchase Price for the prepayment. $ 2,158,787.00
Pierce Enforcer 100' Platform as per the
enclosed proposal for delivery sum
$ 183,496.90
$ 5,289.03

TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE
$ -
10/18/25
Payment Terms - Payment is due of the Total Purchase Price at time of delivery. Changes to the specifications since the time of order can added to the Total Purchase Price or invoiced on a separate invoice. The final sales tax amount will be determined at time of delivery based on the tax rate at that time. An increase or decrease in cost will be reflected on the final invoice.

If the customer would desire to pay for the apparatus within 15 days of the purchase order being accepted the

PROPOSAL FOR FURNISHING FIRE APPARATUS
for final acceptance by South Coast Fire Equipment, Inc., at its corporate office in Corona, California, Each
August 18, 2025

LA MESA FIRE DEPARTMENT
The undersigned is prepared to provide for you, our customer, upon an order being placed by you, the apparatus and equipment herein named and for the following prices:

La Mesa, CA. 91942

The proposal for fire apparatus conforms with all Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations in effect at the time of bid, and with all National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) guidelines for Automotive Fire Apparatus as published at time of bid, except as modified by customer specifications Any increased costs incurred by the first party because of future changes in or additoinas to said DOT or NFPA standards will be passed along to the customer as an addition to the price set forth above. Unless accepted within 30 days from the specified date, the right is reserved to withdraw this proposition.

Respectfully Submitted,
South Coast Fire Equipment, Inc.

Sales Representative Signature:____________________________________ Title:_______________ Date:____________________
Cancellation/Termination. In the event this Agreement is cancelled or terminated by a party before completion, South Coast Fire Equipment (SCFE) may charge a cancellation fee. The following charge schedule based on costs incurred may be applied: (a) 10% of the Purchase Price after order is accepted and entered by Manufacturer; (b) 20% of the Purchase Price after completion of approval drawings, and; (c) 30% of the Purchase Price upon any material requisition. The cancellation fee will increase accordingly as costs are incurred as the order progresses through engineering and into manufacturing. SCFE endeavors to mitigate any such costs through the sale of such Product to another purchaser; however Customer shall remain liable for the difference between the Purchase Price and, if applicable, the sale price obtained by SCFE upon sale of the Product to another purchaser, plus any costs incurred by SCFE to conduct any such sale.

Due to global supply chain constraints, any delivery date contained herein is a good faith estimate as of the date of this order/contract, and merely an approximation based on current information. Delivery updates will be made available, and a final firm delivery date will be provided as soon as possible.

Persistent Inflationary Environment: If the Producer Price Index of Components for Manufacturing (www.bls.gov Series ID: WPUID6112) ("PPI") has increased at a compounded annual growth rate of 5.0% or more between the month Pierce accepts the order (Order Month") and a month 14 months prior to the then predicted Ready For Pickup date ("Evalution Month"), then pricing may be updated in an amount equal to the increase in PPI over 5.0% for each year or fractional year between the Order Month and the Evaluation Month.

I, ___________________ authorized representative of
________________________ agrees to purchase the
proposed product(s) and agree to the terms and conditions of this proposal and the specifications hereto attached.

The Seller will document any such updated price for the customer's approval before proceeding and provide an option to cancel the order without charge if the updated price is not accepted.

Tim Olley
Force Majeure - South Coast Fire Equipment shall not be responsible nor deemed to be in default on accountof delays in performance due to causes which are beyond the seller's and manufacturer's control and make the seller's performance impracticable, including but not limited to wars, insurrections, strikes, riots, fires, storms, floods, other acts of nature, explosions, earthquakes, accidents, any act of government, delays in transportation, inability to obtain necessary labor supplies or manufacturing facilities, allocation regulations or orders affecting materials, equipment, facilities or completed products, failure to obtain any required license or certificates, acts of God or the public enemy or terrorisim, failure of transportation, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, failure of vendors (due to causes similiar to those within the scope of the clause) to perform their contracts or labor troubles causing cessation, slowdow, or interruption of work.

REPORT to the MAYOR and MEMBERS of the CITY COUNCIL
From the CITY MANAGER
DATE: November 12, 2025
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT BY
REFERENCE THE 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
FIRE CODE, 2025 CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN

INTERFACE CODE AND TO REPEAL PREVIOUS

ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH
ISSUING DEPARTMENT: Fire
SUMMARY:

Issues:

Should the City Council adopt the 2025 Edition of the California Fire Code, known as Title 24, Part 9 (CCR, T-24, P-9), of the California Code of Regulations, and incorporating the 2024 International Fire Code, and the 2025 Edition of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code known as Title 24, Part 7 (CCR, T-24, P-9), of the California Code of Regulations as required by law? Recommendation:

It is recommended that the proposed ordinance be introduced and the required public hearing be scheduled for November 12, 2025.

Fiscal Impact:

None
City’s Strategic Goals:
 Maintain a community where residents and visitors feel safe.

Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: November 12, 2025
Page: 2 of 2
BACKGROUND:

The model fire code is updated every three years. The latest edition of this code was issued in 2022: State law requires that the City of La Mesa adopt the same editions of the model fire code as the State adopts. The California Building Standards Commission recently published and adopted the 2025 edition of the California Fire Code, known as Title 24, Part 9, of the California Code of Regulations, and incorporating the 2024 International Fire Code and the 2025 edition of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, known as Title 24, Part 7.

A specific procedure for adopting codes by reference is established in the Government Code. This procedure provides that after the first reading of the adopting ordinance and of the title of the codes to be adopted, the legislative body shall schedule a public hearing and adopt the ordinance.

The State Health and Safety Code limits the ability of local jurisdictions to amend the State Building Standards Code. Accordingly, local fire amendments of the codes are limited to those required to address local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions.

A copy for the draft ordinance and a strikeout of the removed amendments with comments are attached.

CONCLUSION:

Staff recommends proceeding with the adoption by reference of the 2025 edition of the California Fire Code and California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, repealing previous ordinances in conflict therewith, and scheduling the public hearing for November 12, 2025.

Reviewed by: Respectfully submitted by:
____________________ ____________________________
Greg Humora Bent Koch
City Manager Fire Chief
Attachments: A. Ordinance Adopting 2025 California Fire Code B. Ordinance Strikeout and Code References

ORDINANCE NO. 2025-

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, KNOWN AS THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 24, PART 9 (CCR, T-24, P-9), INCORPORATING THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE, 2025 EDITION PUBLISHED BY THE INTERNATIONAL CODE

COUNCIL, WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS, AND AMENDING TITLE 11 OF THE LA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE, AND ALL

OTHER ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: Findings of local conditions. Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17958, the City Council makes the following finding:

A. Hot summer Mediterranean climate (Koppen), hilly terrain, density of development, canyons and dry dense brush, and the environment existing in the City of La Mesa constitute local conditions which require the California Fire Code be modified as expressed therein.

SECTION 2: Chapter 11.04 of the La Mesa Municipal Code is hereby repealed in its entirety and rewritten to read as follows:

Chapter 11.04

FIRE CODE

11.04.010 California Fire Codes, 2025 Edition – Adopted by reference The California Fire Code, 2025 Edition, as adopted by the California Office of the State Fire Marshal and including Appendix Chapters 4, B, BB, C, CC, H, and O but excluding section 112 and 113.4 as published by the International Code Council, is adopted by reference as the fire code of the city (the "fire code"), for protecting the interests of health, life and safety as they relate to the use or occupancy of building or premises. All of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of the California Fire Code 2025 Edition, are referred to, adopted and made a part of this chapter as though fully set out in this chapter, excepting such portions as are added, deleted, modified or amended by this chapter. The California Fire Code is referred to in this chapter as the "CFC" and one copy is on file in the office of the city clerk.

11.04.020 – Repealing of Previous Ordinance
Ordinance 2022-2901 of the City of La Mesa adopting by reference the California Fire Code, 2022 Edition, known as the California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 9 incorporating the International Fire Code, 2021 Edition, published by the International Code Council, and all other ordinances or parts of ordinance in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.

11.04.030 Section 101.1 Amended - Title
Section 101.1 of the CFC is amended to read as follows:

2 101.1 Title. These regulations will be known as the Fire Code of the City of La Mesa, hereinafter referred to as "this code".

11.04.040 Section 105.3.1 Amended – Expiration
Section 105.3.1 of the CFC is amended to read as follows:
105.3.1 Expiration. An operational permit shall remain in effect until reissued, renewed or revoked, or such a period of time as specified in the permit. Construction permits shall automatically become invalid unless the work authorized by such permit is commenced within one hundred eighty days after its issuance, or if the work authorized by such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of one hundred eighty days after the time the work is commenced. If a final inspection is not obtained within the three-year time period, a permit will become invalid and a new permit will be required. Before such work commences, a new permit shall be first obtained and the fee to recommence work, if any, shall be one-half the amount required for a new permit for such work, provided no changes have been made or will be made in the original construction documents for such work, and provided further that such suspension or abandonment has not exceeded one year. Permits are not transferable and any changes in occupancy, operation, and tenancy or owner shall require that a new permit be issued.

11.04.080 Section 108 Amended and Added – Schedule of Fees Section 108.2 of the CFC is amended to read as follows:
108.2 Schedule of fees. The permit fees for all permits authorized by this code shall be as listed in the City of La Mesa Schedule of Fees.

Section 108.2.1 of the CFC is added to read as follows:
108.2.1 Cost Recovery. This section is to establish authority to obtain reimbursements from responsible individuals for the expenses of any emergency response and/or code enforcement action by the City of La mesa Fire Department to protect the public from fire or hazardous substances and situations as allowed by the general laws if the State of California and the La Mesa Municipal Code.

Section 108.7 of the CFC is added to read as follows:
108.7 Reimbursements. (a) in accordance with the Health as Safety Code Section 13000 et seq., any individual who acts negligently or in violation of the law and thereby requires the jurisdiction to provide an emergency response to a danger posed by a fire or hazardous substances shall be liable for reimbursement to the agency for the cost incurred.(b) In accordance with Government Code Sections 53150 through 53158, any individual who is under the influence of an alcoholic beverage or any drug or the combined influence of an alcoholic beverage or any drug, and whose negligent operation of a motor vehicle, boat or vessel, or civil aircraft caused by that influence, proximately causes any incident and thereby requires that agency to provide an emergency response shall reimburse the agency for the cost incurred.

Section 108.8 of the CFC is added to read as follows:
108.8 Expense Recovery. This section establishes authority to obtain from responsible

3 individuals for the expanse of any emergency response and/or enforcement action by the City of La Mesa Fire Department to protect the public from fire, hazardous substances and dangerous situations as allowed under the La Mesa Municipal Code and by laws if the State of California.

Section 108.9 of the CFC is added to read as follows: 107.9 Cumulative Remedies. The remedies contained in this code are cumulative and inclusive of other remedies contained in the La Mesa Municipal Code. Nothing herein prevents the City Attorney or appropriate enforcement officer from pursuing remedies at law or equity to address violations of this code. Nothing herein shall prevent the application of civil remedies authorized by La Mesa Municipal Code Section

1.12.010(e).

11.04.050 Section 112 Amended - Board of Appeals
Section 112 of the CFC is amended to read as follows:

Appeals Board. Appeals to the decisions or determinations made by the Fire Marshal or Fire Code Official relative to the application and interpretation of the Fire Code adopted by the City, the applicant may appeal the decision to the Fire Chief and the City Manager within thirty (30) days from the date of the decision appealed and further defined in the City of La Mesa Municipal Code 11.12.030.

11.04.060 Section 113.4 Amended - Violation Penalties
Section 113.4 is amended to read as follows:

Violation Penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall to erect, install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or lawful directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code, shall be guilty of an infraction or misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than $1,000 dollars or by imprisonment in the County jail not to exceed six (6) months, or both such fine and imprisonment. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense. The imposition of one penalty for any violation shall not excuse the violation or permit it to continue, and all such persons shall be required to correct or remedy such violations or defects within a reasonable time as determined by the fire code official: and when not otherwise specified, each day that prohibited conditions are maintained shall constitute a separate offense.

11.04.070 Section 113.4 Amended - Failure to Comply
Section 113.4 of the CFC is amended to read as follows:

Section 113.4 Failure to Comply. Any person, who shall continue any work having been served with a stop work notice, except such work as that the person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be liable to a fine of not less than $250 dollars or more than $1,000 dollars.

11.04.090 Section 202 Amended – Definitions
Section 202 of the CFC is amended by adding the following definitions:

Accessory Structure is a building or structure used to shelter or support any material,

4 equipment, chattel, or occupancy other than a habitable building. (A) (See Structure).

Combustible Vegetation is material that in its natural state will readily ignite, burn and transmit fire from the vegetation growth to any structure: this includes ground fuels which are any native or landscape vegetation not considered a tree and generally in contact with the ground.

Fire Authority Having Jurisdiction (FAHJ) is the designated entity providing enforcement if the fire regulations as they relate to planning, construction, and development. This entity may also provide fire suppression and other emergency services.

Fire Department is any regularly organized fire department, fire protection district, a legally formed volunteer fire department recorded with the County of San Diego, or a fire company regularly charged with the responsibility of proving fire protection to the jurisdiction.

Fire Hazard is anything that increases or could create an increase of hazard or menace of fire to a greater degree than customarily recognized as normal by persons in the public service regularly engaged in preventing, suppressing or extinguishing fire or anything or act which could obstruct, delay, hinder or interfere with the operations of the fire department or egress of the occupants in the event of fire.

Fuel Modification Zone is a strip of land where combustible vegetation has been thinned, modified or both and partially or totally replaced with approved drought tolerant, fire resistant, and/or irrigated plants to provide an acceptable level of risk from vegetation fires. Fuel modification reduces radiant and convective heat, thereby reducing the amount of heat exposure on the roadway or structure and providing fire suppression forces a safer area in which to operate.

Hazardous Fire Area is any geographic area mapped by State or local jurisdiction as a high or very high fire hazard area, or as set forth by the FAHJ that contains the type and condition of vegetation, topography, weather, and structure density to potentially increase the possibility of vegetation conflagration fires shall be considered a hazardous fire area.

Heavy Timber Construction as described in the California Building Code.

Off-site Roadway is a road, street, public highway, or private road, used for fire apparatus, access from a publicly maintained road to the boundary of the subject property.

On-site Roadway is a road, street, public highway, private road, or driveway used for fire apparatus access within the boundaries of the subject property or land division. Planning Authority Having Jurisdiction (PAHJ) is the identified authority regulating and enforcing planning and/or construction standards.

Response Time is the elapsed time from the fire department's receipt of the first alarm to when the first fire unit arrives on the scene.

Travel Time is the estimated time it would take for a responding agency to travel from the fire station to the furthest structure in a proposed development project, determined by measuring the safest, most direct, appropriate, and reliable route with consideration given to safe operating speeds for heavy fire apparatus.

Vegetation Conflagration is an uncontrolled fire spreading through vegetative fuels, and

5 exposing and consuming structures in the advancing path of fire.

11.04.100 Section 503.2.1 Amended – Dimensions
Section 503.2.1 of the CFC is amended to read as follows:

Section 503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed improved width of not less than twenty (20) feet, except for single family residential driveways not to exceed 150 feet in length from the public-right-a-way and serving no more than two single family dwellings, shall have a minimum of sixteen (16) feet unobstructed improved width. Any of the following, which have separated lanes of one-way traffic: gated entrances with card readers; guard stations or center medians, are allowed, provided that each lane is not less that fourteen (14) feet wide. All fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than thirteen feet six inches (13'6"). Vertical clearance or road width shall be increased when, in the opinion of the fire code official, vertical clearances or road widths are not adequate to provide fire apparatus access.

11.04.040 Section 503.3.1 Added – Fire Lane Designation Section 503.3.1 of the CFC is added to read as follows:
503.3.1 Fire lane designation. Where the fire code official determines that it is necessary to ensure adequate fire access, the fire code official may designate existing roadways as fire access roadways as provided by Vehicle Code Section 22500.1 (public) or 22658(a) (private).

11.04.010 Section 505.1 Amended – Address Identification Section 505.1 of the CFC is amended to read as follows:

Section 505.1 Address Identification. Address Numbers. Approved numbers and/or addresses shall be placed on all new and existing buildings and at appropriate additional locations as to be plainly visible and legible from the street or roadway fronting the property from either direction of approach. Said numbers shall contrast with their background, and shall meet the following minimum standards as to size: minimum three inches (3") high with a one-half inch (~"- stroke for individual suites and apartments, minimum four inches (4") high with a one-half inch (1/2") stroke for residential buildings, minimum eight inches (8") high and one-half (1/2") stroke for commercial, multi-residential building, and industrial buildings. Additional numbers shall be required where deemed necessary by the fire code official, such as rear access doors, building corners, and entrances to commercial centers. The fire code official may require larger address numbers based on visibility and the needs of emergency response personnel.

11.04.130 Section 505.3 Added – Response Map Updates
Section 505.3 of the CFC is added to read as follows:
505.3 Response map Updates. Any new development, which necessitates updating of the emergency response maps by virtue of new structures, hydrants, roadways or similar features, shall be required to provide map updates in a format compatible with current department mapping services, and shall be charged a reasonable fee for updating all response maps.

6 11.04.200 Section 5704.2.9.6.1 Amended – Location where above-ground tanks are prohibited
Section 5704.2.9.6.1 of the CFC is amended to read as follows:

Location where above-ground tanks are prohibited. Storage of Class I and Class II liquids in above-ground tanks outside of buildings is prohibited except for zones classified as commercial or industrial.

11.04.210 Section 5706.2.4.4 Amended – Location where above-ground tanks are prohibited
Section 5704.2.4.4 of the CFC is amended to read as follows:
5705.2.4.4 Location where above-ground tanks are prohibited. Storage of Class I and Class II liquids in above-ground tanks outside of buildings is prohibited except for zones classified as commercial or industrial.

11.04.220 Section 5806.2 Amended – Limitations
Section 5806.2 of the CFC is amended to read as follows:
5802.2 Limitations. Storage of flammable cryogenic fluids in stationary containers outside of buildings is prohibited except for zones classified as commercial or industrial.

11.04.230 Section 6104.2 Amended – Maximum capacity within established limits Section 6104.2 of the CFC is amended to read as follows:
6104.2 Maximum capacity within established limits. The geographic limits in which the bulk storage of liquefied petroleum gas is prohibited for the protection of heavily populated and congested areas is hereby established as jurisdiction limits of the City of La Mesa except for areas zoned for industrial use."

11.05. 010 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code 2025 Edition – Adopted by reference
The California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, 2025 Edition, as adopted by the California Office of the State Fire and published by the International Code Council, is adopted by reference as the Wildland-Urban Interface Code of the city, for protecting the interests of health, life and safety as they relate to the use or occupancy of building or premises. The California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is referred to in this chapter as the "CWUIC" and one copy is on file in the office of the city clerk.

SECTION 3: Constitutionality. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The Council of the City of La Mesa hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence,

7 clause and phrase thereof, respective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, or phrases be declared unconstitutional. If any provision of this Ordinance or application thereof to any person or circumstances is held invalid. Such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications and, to this end, the provisions of the Ordinance are declared to be severable.

SECTION 4: This Ordinance shall be effective January 1, 2025 and the City Clerk of the City of La Mesa is hereby authorized to use summary publication procedures pursuant to Government Code Section 36933 utilizing a newspaper of general circulation published in the City of La Mesa.

INTRODUCED AND FIRST READ at a Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, held the 12th day of November 2025, and thereafter PASSED AND ADOPTED at a Regular meeting of said City Council held the 9 th day of December 2025, by the
following vote, to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

APPROVED:
__________________________
MARK ARAPOSTATHIS, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC, City Clerk

CERTIFICATE OF CITY CLERK
I, MEGAN WIEGELMAN, City Clerk of the City of La Mesa, California, do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true and correct copy of Ordinance No. 2025-XXXX duly passed and adopted by the City Council of said City on the date and by the vote therein recited and that the same has been duly published according to law.

MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC, City Clerk
(SEAL OF CITY)

Ordinance No. 2025- 1
Attachment B
Amended

11.04.010 California Fire Codes, 20252 Edition – Adopted by reference The California Fire Code, 20252 Edition, as adopted by the California Office of the State Fire Marshal and including Appendix Chapters 4, B, BB, C, CC, H, and O but excluding section 109 112 and 1132.4 as published by the International Code Council, is adopted by reference as the fire code of the city (the "fire code"), for protecting the interests of health, life and safety as they relate to the use or occupancy of building or premises. All of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of the California Fire Code 20252 Edition, are referred to, adopted and made a part of this chapter as though fully set out in this chapter, excepting such portions as are added, deleted, modified or amended by this chapter. The California Fire Code is referred to in this chapter as the "CFC" and one copy is on file in the office of the city clerk.

Explanation:

Updated code edition and code sections referenced which were changed in the International Fire Code.

11.04.020 – Repealing of Previous Ordinance
Ordinance 2019-2878 22-2901of the City of La Mesa adopting by reference the California Fire Code, 202219 Edition, known as the California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 9 incorporating the International Fire Code, 202118 Edition, published by the International Code Council, and all other ordinances or parts of ordinance in conflict herewith are hereby repealed Explanation:

Updated ordinance number and edition of the Fire Code being repealed.

11.04.080 Section 1087 Amended and Added – Schedule of Fees Section 1087.2 of the CFC is amended to read as follows:
1087.2 Schedule of fees. The permit fees for all permits authorized by this code shall be as listed in the City of La Mesa Schedule of Fees.

Section 1087.2.15 of the CFC is added to read as follows:
1087.2.17 Cost Recovery. This section is to establish authority to obtain reimbursements from responsible individuals for the expenses of any emergency response and/or code enforcement action by the City of La mesa Fire Department to protect the public from fire or hazardous substances and situations as allowed by the general laws if the State of California and the La Mesa Municipal Code.

Section 1087. 7 of the CFC is added to read as follows:
1087.7 Reimbursements. (a) in accordance with the Health as Safety Code Section 13000 et

Ordinance No. 2025- 2
seq., any individual who acts negligently or in violation of the law and thereby requires the jurisdiction to provide an emergency response to a danger posed by a fire or hazardous substances shall be liable for reimbursement to the agency for the cost incurred.(b) In accordance with Government Code Sections 53150 through 53158, any individual who is under the influence of an alcoholic beverage or any drug or the combined influence of an alcoholic beverage or any drug, and whose negligent operation of a motor vehicle, boat or vessel, or civil aircraft caused by that influence, proximately causes any incident and thereby requires that agency to provide an emergency response shall reimburse the agency for the cost incurred.

Section 1087.8 of the CFC is added to read as follows:
1087.8 Expense Recovery. This section establishes authority to obtain from responsible individuals for the expanse of any emergency response and/or enforcement action by the City of La Mesa Fire Department to protect the public from fire, hazardous substances and dangerous situations as allowed under the La Mesa Municipal Code and by laws if the State of California.

Section 1087.9 of the CFC is added to read as follows: 107.9 Cumulative Remedies. The remedies contained in this code are cumulative and inclusive of other remedies contained in the La Mesa Municipal Code. Nothing herein prevents the City Attorney or appropriate enforcement officer from pursuing remedies at law or equity to address violations of this code. Nothing herein shall prevent the application of civil remedies authorized by La Mesa Municipal Code Section

1.12.010(e).

Explanation:

Updated code sections referenced which were changed in the International Fire Code.

11.04.050 Section 1121 Amended - Board of Appeals
Section 1121 of the CFC is amended to read as follows:

Appeals Board. Appeals to the decisions or determinations made by the Fire Marshal or Fire Code Official relative to the application and interpretation of the Fire Code adopted by the City, the applicant may appeal the decision to the Fire Chief and the City Manager within thirty (30) days from the date of the decision appealed and further defined in the City of La Mesa Municipal Code 11 .12. 030.

Explanation:

Updated code sections referenced which were changed in the International Fire Code.

11.04.040 Section 503.3.1 Added – Fire Lane Designation Section 503.3.1 of the CFC is added to read as follows:
503.3.1 Fire lane designation. Where the fire code official determines that it is necessary to ensure adequate fire access, the fire code official may designate existing roadways as fire access roadways as provided by Vehicle Code Section 22500.1 (public) or 22658(a) (private).

Explanation:

Updated code section in the title.

Ordinance No. 2025- 3

11.05.010 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code 2025 Edition – Adopted by reference
The California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, 2025 Edition, as adopted by the California Office of the State Fire and published by the International Code Council, is adopted by reference as the Wildland-Urban Interface Code of the city, for protecting the interests of health, life and safety as they relate to the use or occupancy of building or premises. The California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is referred to in this chapter as the "CWUIC" and one copy is on file in the office of the city clerk.

Explanation:

Added the new State adopted California Wildland-Urban Interface Code to the referenced codes in Title 11.

REPORT to the MAYOR and MEMBERS of the CITY COUNCIL
From the CITY MANAGER
DATE: November 12, 2025
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN

AGREEMENT DISSOLVING THE REGIONAL

COOPERATIVE CARE PARTNERSHIP
ISSUING DEPARTMENT: Fire
SUMMARY:

Issues:

Should the City Council adopt the attached resolution authorizing the execution of an agreement dissolving the Regional Cooperative Care Partnership (RCCP)?
Recommendation:

That the City Council adopt the attached resolution authorizing the execution of an agreement dissolving the Regional Cooperative Care Partnership and authorize the City Manager to execute any necessary documents.

Fiscal Impact: RCCP has very few assets. Distribution of the assets will be completed according to each member agency’s participation in the Partnership.

Based on La Mesa’s participation and contributions, it is estimated that the City of La Mesa will receive approximately $65,000 upon dissolution of RCCP.

City’s Strategic Goals:
 Maintain a community where residents and visitors feel safe.  Ensure a strong financial outlook through careful planning, sustainable service levels, and fiscal sustainability.

Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: November 12, 2025
Page: 2 of 3
BACKGROUND:

The City of La Mesa, through the La Mesa Fire Department (Heartland Fire & Rescue), is a member of the Regional Cooperative Care Partnership, which is organized through a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement. RCCP was originally organized in 2008 as a pilot program and reorganized in 2012 by various fire agencies in the East/South County to consolidate, share, and fund pre-hospital emergency medical services. Practically speaking, RCCP provides continuous education in EMS training, and infection control officer services for the member agencies.

DISCUSSION:

RCCP has provided educational training and infection control officer services for its member agencies since about 2012. Over time, RCCP’s services have become more costly and its member agencies, including La Mesa, can provide the same services for a reduced price. In early October, the Board of the RCCP, made up of the fire chiefs for each member agency, voted to dissolve RCCP. Dissolution of RCCP requires consent of the member agencies, including the City of La Mesa.

Over the years, member agencies have removed themselves from RCCP, leaving the current members of RCCP to include the City of El Cajon, the City of La Mesa, the City of Lemon Grove, the City of National City, and the San Miguel Consolidated Fire Protection District.

Over time, RCCP has become increasingly unnecessary. The services it provides have either been absorbed by the agencies themselves or have become too costly through RCCP. Heartland Fire & Rescue can and does provide the same services as RCCP, at a reduced cost.

There is little to no need for RCCP anymore and the Board of RCCP has decided to dissolve the agency with a targeted date of December 31, 2025 for winding down the organization. Because the City is a member agency, the consent of the City Council is necessary to complete the dissolution. A copy of the Agreement to dissolve RCCP is attached.

Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: November 12, 2025
Page: 3 of 3
CONCLUSION:

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached draft resolution to dissolve the Regional Cooperative Care Partnership.

Reviewed by: Respectfully submitted by:
____________________ ____________________________
Greg Humora Bent Koch
City Manager Fire Chief
Attachments:

A. Resolution
B: RCCP Termination Agreement

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA

AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT DISSOLVING THE

REGIONAL COOPERATIVE CARE PARTNERSHIP
WHEREAS, The City of La Mesa, through the La Mesa Fire Department, is a member of the Regional Cooperative Care Partnership (RCCP), which is organized through a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement;
WHEREAS, RCCP was originally organized in 2008 as a pilot program, and reorganized in 2012 by various fire agencies in the East/South County to consolidate, share, and fund prehospital emergency medical services; WHEREAS, RCCP provides continuous education EMS training, and infection control officer services for its member agencies;
WHEREAS, the current members of RCCP include the City of El Cajon, the City of La Mesa, the City of Lemon Grove, the City of National City, and the San Miguel Consolidated Fire Protection District;
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of RCCP include the fire chiefs of each member agency;
WHEREAS, there is little to no need for RCCP anymore and the Board of RCCP has decided to dissolve the agency with a targeted date of December 31, 2025 for winding down the organization;
WHEREAS, because the City is a member agency, the consent of the City Council is necessary to complete the dissolution; and
WHEREAS, staff recommends approval of an agreement to dissolve RCCP.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California hereby:

1. Authorizes the execution of an agreement dissolving the Regional Cooperative Care Partnership.

2. Authorizes the City Manager, or his designee, to execute and manage all dissolution documents.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, held the 12th day of November, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

CERTIFICATE OF CITY CLERK
I, MEGAN WIEGELMAN, City Clerk of the City of La Mesa, California, do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true and exact copy of Resolution No. 2025- , duly passed and adopted by the City Council of said City on the date and by the vote therein recited.

MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC, City Clerk
(SEAL OF CITY)

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AGREEMENT AMENDING AND TERMINATING THE REGIONAL
COOPERATIVE CARE PARTNERSHIP (“RCCP”) JOINT EXERCISE OF

POWERS AGREEMENT AND DISSOLVING THE RCCP
This Agreement Amending and Terminating the Regional Cooperative Care Partnership (“RCCP”) Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement and Dissolving the RCCP (“Agreement”) is dated this __ day of _______, 2025, for reference purposes only, and is entered into by and among the City of El Cajon (“El Cajon”), the City of La Mesa (“La Mesa”), the City of Lemon Grove (“Lemon Grove”), the City of National City (“National City”), and the San Miguel Consolidated Fire Protection District, including the area formally known as the East County Fire District (“San Miguel”) (each individually a “Party” and collectively the “Parties”).

RECITALS
A. The RCCP was created by the Alpine Fire Protection District, a special district, the Bonita Sunnyside Fire Protection District, a special district, the City of La Mesa, a general law city and municipal corporation, the City of Lemon Grove, a general law city and municipal corporation, the City of Imperial Beach, a general law city and municipal corporation, the City of National City, a general law city and municipal corporation, and the San Miguel Consolidated Fire Protection District, a special district, pursuant to a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement dated as of July 1, 2012 (“JPA Agreement”) for the purposes of, among other things, consolidating, sharing and funding pre-hospital emergency medical services.

B. The JPA Agreement permits members to withdraw and new members to join and further provides that new members become parties to the JPA Agreement, entitled to all the rights and obligations of members.

C. The RCCP members presently consist of the Parties to this Agreement: El Cajon, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, National City, and San Miguel, each and every one of which agree and do not dispute that the Parties are presently the only parties to the JPA Agreement and the only current members of RCCP.

D. The Parties unanimously agree to amend and terminate the JPA Agreement and dissolve RCCP pursuant to the terms and conditions set forth herein.

E. The Parties wish to authorize the RCCP’s agents to take additional steps necessary to ensure RCCP’s dissolution, including termination of outstanding contracts, cancellation of permits, and providing notices to required agencies.

AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions hereinafter stated the Parties agree as follows:

Section 1. Recitals. The Recitals above are true and correct and are hereby incorporated into the terms of this Agreement as though fully set forth herein.

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Section 2. Amendment. The JPA Agreement is hereby amended to add Section 20 to read as follows:

Section 20. Liabilities of RCCP. Pursuant to Government Code Section 6508.1, the debts, liabilities, and obligations of RCCP shall not be the debts, liabilities, and obligations of the Members or their respective officials, officers, employees or agents.

Section 3. Termination. The Parties hereby agree to terminate the JPA Agreement and thereby dissolve RCCP pursuant to Section 9 of the JPA Agreement effective as of December 31, 2025 (“Termination Date”). Notwithstanding the termination of the JPA Agreement, the Parties agree to comply with the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement with regard to post-termination activities as set forth herein.

Section 4. Assets. RCCP’s remaining assets shall be distributed as provided in this Section 4 and the Parties agree to accept such assets subject to the conditions set forth below. In no event shall assets be transferred to Parties until all means of collecting any monies due to RCCP are exhausted and all RCCP debts are retired.
a. Cash. Prior to dissolution, RCCP shall reserve a contingency in the amount of $5,000 with legal counsel (“Contingency Funds”) which funds shall be used to pay for posttermination dissolution costs as described herein. On the Termination Date, all RCCP funds, other than Contingency Funds, contained in its cash account(s) shall be allocated among National City, on the one hand, and El Cajon, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, and San Miguel (the “Remaining Parties”), on the other hand, according to the following percentages (each a “Percentage Allocation”):

Party Percentage Allocation
National City Allocation 50%
Remaining Parties Allocation
The Remaining Parties Allocation
(in other words, the 50%
Percentage Allocation set forth
above) shall be divided according
to the following percentage
allocations:

La Mesa
50%

30.33%
Lemon Grove 9.43%
El Cajon 21.29%
San Miguel 38.95%
After the Termination Date, any receivables (revenue receipts) deposited into RCCP’s account shall be promptly distributed among Parties according to their Percentage Allocation set forth in this Agreement.
b. Property. All items identified on the Property List incorporated herein as “Attachment A” (the “Property”) shall transfer to National City. All Property is transferred, and

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National City accepts such Property, “as-is” and “where-is” with all faults and without warranty or guarantee of any kind. National City assumes sole and complete responsibility for the Property upon transfer, all risk of defect and existing conditions, tort liability and compliance with any and all federal, state and local laws, regulations, rules, orders or ordinances relating to the condition and use of the Property, including Hazardous Materials Laws, for incidents and occurrences after the time of transfer. National City acknowledges that in taking the Property “as-is,” it does so with any and all latent and patent defects and that there is no warranty by RCCP that the Property is fit for any particular purpose. National City further acknowledges that it is not relying upon any representation, statement or other assertion with respect to the condition of the Property, and that it has the opportunity to and is relying upon its own examination and investigation of the Property.

National City waives any and all claims it may have against RCCP and any Party that relates to the Property, except for claims that occurred prior to the transfer. c. Documents and Materials. The Parties each acknowledge that they have received copies of documents and other materials prepared by RCCP and its consultants, and that any records or personal property currently in the possession of the Parties related to the administration or work of the Authority shall remain in their respective possession and become their property upon termination.

Section 5. Authorized Officer. RCCP’s legal counsel, Adriana Ochoa of Snell & Wilmer LLP, and its contractor, Global Medical Response – San Diego, or each of their duly delegated representatives (each an “Authorized Officer”), acting alone or together, is/are responsible for executing the closure related activities set forth herein and is/are hereby authorized and directed to take or cause to be taken all such other actions as may be required to fulfill the purposes of this Agreement including but not limited to: (1) preparation and filing of the appropriate filings with State and local agencies; (2) making final payment for any amounts payable by RCCP under the JPA Agreement and its approved budget through the date of termination; (3) ensuring that reasonable insurance exists following termination; and (4) whatever other final actions are required to memorialize or perfect the termination and dissolution of the RCCP.

Section 6. Obligations. The Authorized Officer(s) shall take actions necessary to discharge and terminate RCCP’s remaining contractual or other obligations, including any contracts for services, by no later than the Termination Date. The Authorized Officer(s) shall take action to ensure that RCCP satisfies any and all of its remaining debts, liabilities and obligations by no later than the Termination Date. Any such debts, liabilities and obligations of RCCP shall not constitute debts, liabilities or obligations of any Party, except as expressly provided in Section

7. Section 7. Accounting and Surplus. As soon as reasonably practicable, but by no later than the Termination Date, RCCP’s final financial records will be prepared. Any assets remaining after Contingency Funds are applied shall be first applied to pay dissolution obligations as described in Section 6, then any surplus money shall be promptly returned to the Parties based on their respective Percentage Allocation. In the event RCCP’s funds are insufficient to pay RCCP’s obligations after the Termination Date, the Authorized Officer(s) will invoice each Party for such final costs according to their respective “Contribution Allocation” set forth in Attachment B, attached hereto and incorporated herein, which the Parties shall pay within 30 days

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of receipt. The Parties hereby agree to waive the preparation of annual audit reports for Fiscal Years 2024–2025 and 2025–2026, including a certified audit of all receipts and disbursements, and each Party hereby releases each and every other Party from any and all claims or whatsoever nature by which such Party may have against another Party arising out of or by virtue of the Authority or the JPA Agreement.

Section 8. Cancellation of Permits. The Authorized Officer(s) shall take actions necessary to cancel RCCP’s remaining governmental permit(s), if any, by no later than the Termination Date.

Section 9. Notices. The Authorized Officer(s) shall provide timely notification of RCCP’s termination to necessary employees, vendors, the California Secretary of State, including, as applicable, pursuant to Government Code sections 6503.5 and 6503.6 and 53051, and any other persons or entities requiring notice.

Section 10. Default and Delinquency. Any Party failing to pay an amount due under this Agreement shall bear interest on the unpaid amount at the rate of ten percent (10%) per annum, or the maximum rate allowed by law if it is less than ten percent (10%) per annum, until the overdue amount is paid in full.

Section 11. Survival of Pre-Termination Defense and Indemnification Obligations.

The Parties hereby acknowledge and agree that, notwithstanding the termination of the JPA Agreement, certain defense, indemnification and hold harmless obligations shall survive pursuant to Section 15 of the JPA Agreement.

Section 12. Adequate Consideration. The Parties hereto irrevocably acknowledge and agree that they have each received adequate and independent consideration for the performance of the obligations they have undertaken pursuant to this Amendment.

Section 13. Severability. If any portion of this Amendment is declared invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Section 14. Integration. This Amendment represents the entirety of the Parties’ understanding relating to the subject of this Amendment, including written or verbal communications between the Parties, which shall have no relevance unless expressly incorporated herein. This is an integrated amendment.

Section 15. Counterparts. This Amendment may be executed by the Parties in separate counterparts, each of which when so executed and delivered shall be an original, but all such counterparts shall together constitute but one and the same instrument. [signature page follows]

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto hereby memorialize their agreement to the terms set forth herein by executing this Agreement as of the date last set forth below. IT IS SO AGREED.

SAN MIGUEL CONSOLIDATED FIRE

PROTECTION DISTRICT, INCLUDING

THE AREA FORMALLY KNOWN AS

THE EAST COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT
BY: ______________________________
TITLE: ____________________________
DATED: __________________________

CITY OF EL CAJON
BY: ___________________________
TITLE: _________________________
DATED: _______________________

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
BY: ______________________________
TITLE: ____________________________
DATED: __________________________

CITY OF LEMON GROVE
BY: ____________________________
TITLE: __________________________
DATED: ________________________

CITY OF LA MESA
BY: ______________________________
TITLE: ____________________________
DATED: __________________________

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ATTACHMENT A

PROPERTY LIST
Item Amount
Ford Explorer 1
HP laptop 1
HP laptop 1
HP laptop 1
HP screens 4
HP screens 4
keyboard and mouse 1
Keyboard and mouse 2
Webcam 1
Webcam 1
Corner desk and unit 1
computer desk adjustable height 1
computer, screens, mouse & keyboard 1
misc office equipment
HP Printer 1
metal shelves 2
wooden shelves 1
mini cannon printer 1
Trophy 1
Box of meds
Box of IV meds
Compression SmartMan 1
Resuci Junior 1
computer keyboard 1
Versaflo respirator 2
external DVD/CD player 1
Radio 2
Training computer for Smartman 1
Baby Smartman and computer 1
Smartman legs 1
Rhythm generator 1
Zoll training pads 21
AED trainers 2
Orange trauma case 1
Airway box 1
IO arm 1

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ATTACHMENT B

CONTRIBUTION ALLOCATION
La Mesa = 23.41%
Lemon Grove = 7.27%
El Cajon = 16.42%
San Miguel = 30.06%
National City = 22.84%

DATE: November 12, 2025
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Misty Thompson, Director of Parks and Recreation
VIA: Greg Humora, City Manager
SUBJECT: Resolution of the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, approving the Field Allocation and Use Policy and repealing the existing Field Use Scheduling Policy.

BACKGROUND:

In May 2005, City Council approved a resolution to adopt a Field Use Scheduling Policy for the La Mesa Athletic Council leagues for use of City of La Mesa and School District fields scheduled by the City. The City currently coordinates field allocations for sixteen (16) athletic organizations across twenty-five (25) fields. This policy provides the framework for field assignments and is primarily utilized to resolve conflicts when multiple groups request the same field during the allocation process.

After two decades, the current policy requires an update to ensure fair and equitable field allocation for City of La Mesa and La Mesa Spring Valley School District athletic fields administered by the Parks and Recreation Department for all members of the community. The proposed revisions aim to consolidate related policies, incentivize leagues to maximize service to La Mesa residents, and establish clear criteria that prioritize community needs and demographic equity in scheduling decisions.

DISCUSSION:

Staff recommend replacing the current Field Use Scheduling Policy with the Field Allocation and Use Policy, with the following revisions to improve the field allocation process:
 Policy Consolidation: Merge the current City Sponsorship guidelines directly into the Field Allocation and Use Policy, providing a single reference point for all sponsored league practices.

 Residency Requirement Timeline: Create a structured timeline for sponsored leagues to demonstrate growth in La Mesa residency numbers, with the goal of prioritizing leagues that serve La Mesa residents.
 Youth Use Prioritization: Separate Youth field use into two distinct categories:

Recreation and Competitive. Under the new policy, Recreational use will be given clear priority over competitive use in conflict resolution.  Adult and Senior Prioritization: Separate field use for Adults and Seniors by age, granting Seniors (ages 55+) priority over general adult leagues.  Creation of a Scoring Rubric: Establish a quantitative scoring rubric to determine field priority when conflicts arise. This rubric will be based on league factors including:
o Residency tier (percentage of La Mesa participants)
o Gender Equity (opportunities provided)
o Amount of time received prior to the request (fair distribution) o Past performance (policy adherence, field maintenance, etc.) o Season of play (peak vs. non-peak demand)
At the November 6, 2025, La Mesa Parks and Recreation Commission Special Meeting, the Commissioners reviewed the updated policy and approved to recommend that the City Council approve the updated policy.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommend that the City Council approve the Field Allocation and Use Policy and repeal the existing Field Use Scheduling Policy.

Attachments:

A. Resolution
B. Field Allocation and Use Policy

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-__

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA

APPROVING THE FIELD ALLOCATION AND USE POLICY AND REPEALING

THE EXISTING FIELD USE SCHEDULING POLICY
WHEREAS, the La Mesa Athletic Council was established to unite athletic organizations within the City of La Mesa;
WHEREAS, on May 24, 2005, the City Council approved a resolution to adopt a Field Use Scheduling Policy for the La Mesa Athletic Council leagues for use of City and School District fields scheduled by the City;
WHEREAS, the City of La Mesa currently coordinates field allocations for sixteen (16) athletic organizations across twenty-five (25) fields;
WHEREAS, staff recommend replacing the current Field Use Scheduling Policy with the Field Allocation and Use Policy; and
WHEREAS, the Field Allocation and Use Policy will ensure fair and equitable field allocation for City of La Mesa and La Mesa Spring Valley School District athletic fields administered by the Parks and Recreation Department for all members of the community.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, that the City Council adopts the updated Field Allocation and Use Policy.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, held the 12th day of November 2025, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

CERTIFICATE OF CITY CLERK
I, MEGAN WIEGELMAN, City Clerk of the City of La Mesa, California, do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true and exact copy of Resolution No. 2025- , duly passed and adopted by the City Council of said City on the date and by the vote therein recited.

MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC, City Clerk
(SEAL OF CITY)

City of La Mesa
Parks and Recreation

FIELD ALLOCATION AND USE POLICY
DRAFT – 2025
I. Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to provide fair and equitable field allocation for City of La Mesa (City) and La Mesa Spring Valley School District (District) athletic fields administered by the Parks and Recreation Department for all members of the community. This policy establishes a clear, comprehensive priority system to resolve scheduling conflicts when multiple user requests compete for the same field time.

II. Priority of Field Use
Athletic fields are allocated based on the following priority, as outlined in the Field Use Agreement:

A. City and District Use: Exclusive priority for City-sponsored programs on City fields and District-sponsored programs on District fields.

B. Sponsored Youth Leagues: Youth sports Leagues that are in good standing and maintain City sponsorship.

C. Sponsored Adult and Senior Leagues: Adult and senior sports Leagues that are in good standing and maintain a City Sponsorship.

D. All Other Users: Remaining Leagues, organizations, and private rentals will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

III. City Sponsorship
City sponsorship of youth, adult, and senior leagues (League) is established through a Sponsorship agreement. This agreement shall be between the City and the League and requires the League to adhere to all City sponsorship criteria requirements, and the City agrees to assume limited responsibilities, primarily focused on providing facilities and special needs.

Leagues are expected to be self-sufficient regarding their organization, leadership, and program management.

A. Sponsorship Requirements: To be sponsored, a League must meet the following:

1. The organization must be structured to serve a constructive recreational purpose benefiting the community.

2. The League shall not restrict participation by any individual on the basis of religion, race, ethnic background, sex, social, economic status or any other protected class.

3. The League must maintain membership where at least 51% of all participants are residents of the City of La Mesa.

Leagues who were members of the La Mesa Athletic Council (Athletic Council) prior to the enactment of the 51% resident requirement, will adhere to a transition plan to reach this requirement.

a. By January 1, 2028, residency numbers shall be at least 35%. b. By January 1, 2030, all groups must have 51% La Mesa residency.

To calculate the percentage of residents/non-residents, the City shall use the average of the two most recent regular seasons. Participant numbers must be submitted to the Recreation Supervisor each season.

4. League’s must ensure the Parks and Recreation Department is fully informed of all activities, needs and operational matters. To ensure compliance, the League must meet the following requirements:
a. Designate a contact person annually that is responsible for working with the Department’s representative regarding the use and scheduling of facilities, the issuance of City keys (and collection of League keys) and who will attend the Athletic Council meetings as scheduled.
b. Submit a copy of the League’s bylaws and all current board members’ names and emails.
c. Provide a schedule of play, including opening and closing dates, prior to the opening of regular season play.
d. Provide documentation verifying the residency/non-residency of all participants.

5. League must be in full compliance with all City or District limitations, requirements and regulations related to use of a facility.

6. No advertising shall be posted and no solicitation or sales shall be conducted on facility grounds without written permission from the Department representative.

B. City’s Responsibility and Service: The City, through the Parks and Recreation Department, may provide one or more of the following services:

1. Secure and schedule use of City and District facilities.

2. Use of City facilities (meetings, banquets) at the non-profit rate during regular facility hours.

3. Use of certain City equipment and materials.

4. Priority scheduling for sponsored groups for the use of District facilities, as applicable under the Joint Use Agreement.

C. Procedure for Initiating Sponsorship: The process for a League to initiate and obtain City sponsorship requires the following steps:

1. League requesting sponsorship must first obtain copies of the City’s sponsorship information, fee schedule, and application form.

2. League must submit the completed sponsorship application and make an appointment with the Department representative.

3. League representative must meet with the Department representative to discuss the following:
a. City’s sponsorship requirements.
b. City’s rules, regulations and rental charges for the use of facilities. c. League’s schedule for activities.

d. League’s method of financing.
e. Payment of fees (Athletic Council dues, facility use, CIP). f. City services provided (facilities, equipment, etc.). g. Name, address and phone number of contact person responsible for working with the City.
h. League bylaws and board member information.

4. The Director of Parks and Recreation reserves the right to grant exemptions to the sponsorship requirements based on needs of the City.

D. Extension and Evaluation of Sponsorship: Sponsorship by the City will be authorized for a one-year period, commencing on January 1. At the close of each year, sponsorship may be authorized for an additional year following a joint review conducted by the Department representative and the League representative. This mandatory annual review evaluates the League's adherence to the following conditions: Signed Facility Use Agreements, proof of insurance, payment of fees, and attendance at Athletic Council meetings.

E. Termination of Sponsorship: The City reserves the right to terminate sponsorship for the use of City or District facilities by providing written notice to the sponsored League if any of the following occur:

1. League fails to comply with the sponsorship requirements for the use of facilities.

2. League fails to respond in a timely manner to damages to property resulting from League activities.

3. Mutual consent by the City and League.

IV. Facility Allocation Priorities
City sponsored organizations in good standing will have requests for overlapping field usage scheduled according to the following criteria:

A. Recreational based

1. Youth games

2. Youth practices
B. Club Level/Travel

1. Youth games

2. Youth practices
C. Senior Play (55+)

1. Senior games

2. Senior practices
D. Adult Use

1. Adult games

2. Adult practices

Recreational Program is defined as a League with open enrollment accepting participants on a first-come, first-serve basis regardless of skill level. These programs are introductory and have a minimum play rule that ensures each player receives a minimum prescribed amount of playing time, regardless of skill level, promoting fairness over competition.

Competitive League is defined as a League which holds tryouts to place registrants according to their ability on competitive teams. A group that forms teams through an individual selection process or tryout intended to identify elite athletes, and not all players are accommodated.

In the event that multiple users of the same age tier request the same field, the City will consider additional factors to resolve the scheduling conflict including:

Proof of Residency
First priority tier 90 – 100% La Mesa residents
Second priority tier 70-89%
Third priority tier 50-59 %
Last priority tier 49 % and below
Gender Equity
AB 2404, California Fair Play in Community Sports Act, requires that girls be given equal opportunities to participate in community youth sports programs, both in quality and scope, as those provided to boys.

First priority tier 50% or more female
Second priority tier 49% or below female
Amount of time received in allocated season
The number of hours requested by an organization in the current allocation season will be evaluated based on the ratio of total hours to the verified participant count from the previous year’s corresponding season. If an organization is over the primary season by 15 field hours per participant or secondary season by 7 hours per participant, that organization shall forego the conflicted field usage.

Past Performance
This criteria reviews Leagues history of full compliance with all terms and conditions as described in the Field Use Agreement, including, but not limited to, submitting fees and all required documentation within the specified time frames.

Season of Play
While many athletic programs operate on a year-round basis, sport seasons are based on “traditional” athletic time frames for allocation priority.

Primary Season Spring Baseball/Softball/Lacrosse/Rugby
Fall Football/Soccer
Secondary Season Spring Football/Soccer
Fall Baseball/Softball/Lacrosse/Rugby
The rubric for the above items will be scored as follows:

Proof of Residency 3 2 1 0
90-100% 70-89% 50-59% 0-49%
Gender Equity 2 1
50-100% 0-49%
Amount of time 2 Immediate loss of
priority in conflict
1 Immediate loss of
priority in conflict
Primary season
<14 hours/player
Primary season
>15 hours/player
Secondary
<14 hours/player
Secondary
>7 hours/player
Past Performance 2 1 0
No breeches Minimal
reminders needed
Official warnings
issued in past
season
Season of Play 2 1
Primary Secondary
The League with highest score that remains in contention after all criteria are applied to resolve the scheduling conflict, will be granted allocation priority.

V. Policies and Procedures

1. The City shall have discretion to resolve schedule conflicts by determined field use based on historical data, past performance, community interest, and current regulations.

2. Any disputes regarding field use should be addressed first to the Athletic Council. If there is no successful resolution to the dispute, the matter may then be forwarded to the Recreation Supervisor, then to the Director of Parks and Recreation, and then to the Parks and Recreation Commission.

3. The City reserves the right to limit field use during any program period.

4. Fields will not be scheduled for use during the period of yearly maintenance/renovation, as scheduled by the Parks and Recreation Department.

5. A request for a particular athletic field does not guarantee availability or assignment to a specific organization. There is no guarantee on year-to-year use of fields.

6. Field use allocation is not transferable, and all users will ensure that no unauthorized usage outside of the allocated intent is granted permission to the field or any portion thereof, including submitting or re-allocation fields without prior approval from CITY staff.

7. Field users must use good judgment when assessing field conditions and not use fields when conditions are such that said use is likely to cause injury to participants or result in damage to the playing surface.

8. All managers, coaches, and persons in charge of a group using the fields will be responsible for the conduct of all participants, spectators and others connected with the activity, including visiting teams and opponents.

9. City staff may deny an applicant use request or terminate use if they determine that substantial evidence exists that one or more of the following has occurred:
a. Required documentation is not submitted.
b. Field and light usage fees are not paid within the specified time frame. c. A history or field damage, violations of field use agreements, or inadequate supervision of attendees is noted.
d. Discrimination of any protected class.
e. Participants of the requesting organization have demonstrated dangerous or violent behavior towards others or among themselves, and/or participants/organizations whose literature/stated philosophy promotes hatred and/or violence.
f. Progressive disciplinary measures to address spectator, coach, official, or athlete behavioral problems are not established or followed.
g. Assigned fields are sublet or re-allocated without prior approval from Parks and Recreation staff.
h. The use of the fields can or may cause damage to the facility or harms or threatens to harm an individual.

10. The City shall have the right to deny the use of a field to any person or organization at any time and/or impose a penalty for any user, group, or organization not complying with this policy and its rules and regulations.

REPORT to the MAYOR and MEMBERS of the CITY COUNCIL
From the CITY MANAGER
DATE: November 12, 2025
SUBJECT: ACCEPTANCE AND APPROPRIATION OF THE OFFICE OF

TRAFFIC SAFETY SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT
PROGRAM FOR FY- 26
ISSUING DEPARTMENT: Police
SUMMARY:

Issues:

Should the City Council accept and appropriate funds from the Office of Traffic Safety FY26, in the amount of $150,000, for the education, prevention, and enforcement of traffic laws related to primary collision factors and driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs, for overtime, equipment and training expenses incurred during the 12-month program?
Recommendation:

In line with Vision Zero, staff recommends that the City Council accept and appropriate funds from the Office of Traffic Safety FY-26, in the amount of $150,000, for the education, prevention, and enforcement of traffic laws related to primary collision factors and driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs, for overtime, equipment and training expenses incurred during the 12-month program as outlined in this staff report. The funds will be appropriated to Fund 213, Public Safety Grants.

Fiscal Impact:

Participation by the La Mesa Police Department will be limited to paid overtime for Police Sergeant(s), Police Officer(s), Community Service Officer(s), Downtown Operations Assistant(s), Communication Supervisor(s), and Police Dispatcher(s) for selected traffic enforcement operations during the twelve-month period of October 1, 2025, thru September 30, 2026. Monies will also be used for specified equipment purchases and training in drug and alcohol-impaired driving enforcement.

Report to Mayor and Councilmembers
Date: November 12, 2025
Page: 2 of 3
Total costs are not to exceed the final grant award of $150,000 and will be reimbursed by billing the Office of Traffic Safety. With City Council approval, the maximum amount that the Office of Traffic Safety would reimburse the City of La Mesa would be $150,000. The funds will be appropriated and expended from the Public Safety Grant Fund 213.

City’s Strategic Goals:
 Maintain a community where residents and visitors feel safe.

BACKGROUND:

The La Mesa City Council approved a resolution to adopt a Vision Zero Plan to reduce traffic fatalities in the City to zero.

In January 2025, the La Mesa Police Department applied for this grant through the Office of Traffic Safety. This is a competitive grant that many cities apply for. It was awarded to the City of La Mesa for enforcement related to driving under the influence, speed, distracted driving, and pedestrian/bicycle safety. The goal is to improve public safety in the above areas by using selective enforcement techniques to address problems.

The Selective Traffic Enforcement Program aims to reduce the number of persons killed or injured in collisions related to the listed enforcement areas. This grant is designed to use local police resources within their primary jurisdictions on an overtime basis to conduct “best practice” strategies, including community education, driving under the influence (DUI) checkpoints, speed enforcement, distracted driver enforcement, and pedestrian safety enforcement. These operations will occur at various times during a twelve-month period from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026.

The La Mesa Police Department has 70 sworn Officers, and the La Mesa Traffic Unit is fully staffed with one Sergeant and five Officers. Over the last two years, La Mesa has experienced a slight decrease in fatal collisions, from six to four, three of which involved alcohol and/or drugs.

In 2024, the City of La Mesa experienced 41 crashes involving alcohol and/or drugs, resulting in 58 injuries and one death. In 2023, the City of La Mesa experienced 32 crashes involving alcohol and/or drugs, resulting in 39 injuries. During the grant period of 2023 to 2024, there were 41 alcohol or drug-related collisions resulting in 58 injuries. There was one fatality involving speed and alcohol/drugs as factors. In 2023 and 2024, Driving Under the Influence/ Driving Under the Influence of Drugs (DUI/DUID) was the leading primary collision factor, while speed was second.

DUI/DUID impairment was one of the primary factors in numerous cases, which have been forwarded to the District Attorney for prosecution.

During this grant’s twelve-month enforcement program, the La Mesa Police Department will be scheduling approximately six (6) DUI checkpoints, twelve (12) Driving Under the Influence saturation patrols, four (4) “Know Your Limit” DUI education campaigns, eight (8) enforcement operations focused on, but not limited to, primary collision factor violations, two (2) enforcement

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operations focused on bicyclists and pedestrian violations, one (1) enforcement operation focused on motorcycle safety and five (5) enforcement operations focusing on violations of “distracted driving.” All of these operations will be conducted in the City of La Mesa on an overtime basis, where the officers will work above and beyond the normal patrol staffing levels. In addition, we will participate in a county-wide law enforcement collaborative focused on impaired drivers all over the County of San Diego. In doing so, La Mesa police officers will partner with allied agencies to staff DUI checkpoints and driving under the influence saturation patrols in various cities at least once a month. The grant will also fund a new DUI checkpoint support trailer, which will be utilized to support the six (6) scheduled DUI checkpoints.

CONCLUSION:

Staff recommends that the City Council approve the acceptance of this grant and appropriation of the related funds.

Reviewed by: Respectfully submitted by:
____________________ ____________________________
Greg Humora Ray Sweeney
City Manager Chief Of Police
Attachments:

A. Resolution
B. Grant Agreement

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-__

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA MESA

AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE AND APPROPRIATION OF A GRANT

FROM THE CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY TO CONDUCT A

LOCAL TRAFFIC SAFETY PROGRAM FOR DUI ENFORCEMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 BUDGET
WHEREAS, on September 25, 2018, the La Mesa City Council approved a resolution to adopt a Vision Zero Plan to reduce traffic fatalities to zero in the City of La Mesa; WHEREAS, intoxicated, distracted, and speeding drivers create significant traffic safety problems;
WHEREAS, the California Office of Traffic Safety has awarded to the City of La Mesa grant funds for a Selective Traffic Enforcement Program for Local Law Enforcement Agencies; WHEREAS, the participating law enforcement agency is the La Mesa Police Department; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of La Mesa has agreed that increasing selective traffic enforcement is an important element in improving public safety.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT AND IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Mesa, that the City Council authorizes the acceptance and appropriation of a grant from the Office of Traffic Safety, in the amount of $150,000 to conduct a twelve-month Selective Traffic Enforcement Program; provided, however, that if the actual revenue received from the source specified should be more or less than the amount set forth herein, that the appropriations shall be adjusted to equal the amount actually received.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council approves the addition of the grant funds to FY 26 budget in Fund 213, Public Safety Grants.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of La Mesa, California, held the 12th day of November 2025, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

CERTIFICATE OF CITY CLERK
I, Megan Wiegelman, City Clerk of the City of La Mesa, California, do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true and exact copy of Resolution No. 2025- , duly passed and adopted by the City Council of said City on the date and by the vote therein recited.

MEGAN WIEGELMAN, CMC, City Clerk
(SEAL OF CITY)

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State of California Office of Traffic Safety

GRANT AGREEMENT

GRANT NUMBER
PT26141

1. GRANT TITLE
Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP)

2. NAME OF AGENCY 3. Grant Period
La Mesa From:

To:
10/01/2025
09/30/2026 4. AGENCY UNIT TO ADMINISTER GRANT
La Mesa Police Department

5. GRANT DESCRIPTION
Best practice strategies will be conducted to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in crashes involving alcohol and other primary crash factors. The funded strategies may include impaired driving enforcement, enforcement operations focusing on primary crash factors, distracted driving, night-time seat belt enforcement, special enforcement operations encouraging motorcycle safety, enforcement and public awareness in areas with a high number of bicycle and pedestrian crashes, and educational programs. These strategies are designed to earn media attention thus enhancing the overall deterrent effect.

6. Federal Funds Allocated Under This Agreement Shall Not Exceed:

Allocation is contingent upon availability of federal funds. $150,000.00

7. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: The parties agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the following which are by this reference made a part of the Agreement:

Schedule A Problem Statement, Goals and Objectives and Method of Procedure Schedule B Detailed Budget Estimate and Sub-Budget Estimate (if applicable) Schedule B-1 Budget Narrative and Sub-Budget Narrative (if applicable) Exhibit A Certifications and Assurances
Exhibit B* OTS Grant Program Manual
Exhibit C Grant Electronic Management System (GEMS) Access *Items shown with an asterisk (*), are hereby incorporated by reference and made a part of this agreement as if attached hereto. These documents can be viewed at the OTS home web page under Grants: www.ots.ca.gov. We, the officials named below, hereby swear under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that we are duly authorized to legally bind the Grant recipient to the above described Grant terms and conditions.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Agreement has been executed by the parties hereto.

8. Approval Signatures
A. GRANT DIRECTOR B. AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL
NAME:

TITLE:

EMAIL:

PHONE:

ADDRESS:

William Wilson
Sergeant
[email protected]
(619) 667-7551
8085 University Avenue
La Mesa, CA 91942
ADDRESS: Raymond Sweeney
Chief of Police
[email protected]
619-667-7514
8085 University Avenue
La Mesa, CA 91942
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C. FISCAL OFFICIAL D. AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL OF OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY ADDRESS: John Herrera
Acting Finanancial Director
[email protected]
(619) 667-1122
8130 University Avenue
La Mesa, CA 91942
ADDRESS: Stephanie Dougherty
Director
[email protected]
(916) 509-3030
2208 Kausen Drive, Suite 300
Elk Grove, CA 95758
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E. ACCOUNTING OFFICER OF OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY 9. SAM INFORMATION NAME: Carolyn Vu SAM #:

REGISTERED
ADDRESS:

CITY:

ZIP+4:

YZG4GLD1LTA1
8130 Allison Avenue
La Mesa
91942-5502
ADDRESS: 2208 Kausen Drive, Suite 300
Elk Grove, CA 95758

10. PROJECTED EXPENDITURES
FUND CFDA ITEM/APPROPRIATION F.Y. CHAPTER STATUTE PROJECTED

EXPENDITURES
164AL-26 20.608 0521-0890-101 2025 04/25 BA/25 $120,000.00 405e DDL-26 20.616 0521-0890-101 2025 04/25 BA/25 $12,000.00 402PT-26 20.600 0521-0890-101 2025 04/25 BA/25 $18,000.00

AGREEMENT
TOTAL $150,000.00

AMOUNT ENCUMBERED BY THIS DOCUMENT
I CERTIFY upon my own personal knowledge that the budgeted funds for the current budget year are available for the period and purpose of the expenditure stated above.
$150,000.00

PRIOR AMOUNT ENCUMBERED FOR THIS

AGREEMENT
$ 0.00

OTS DATE SIGNED TOTAL AMOUNT ENCUMBERED TO DATE
{{_es_signer5_signature}} {{_es_signer5_date}} $150,000.00

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State of California Office of Traffic Safety

GRANT AGREEMENT
Schedule A

GRANT NUMBER
PT26141

1. PROBLEM STATEMENT
Describe the city, county, or jurisdiction this grant will impact.

The City Of La Mesa is nine square miles with an updated population of 65,000 people. The City has increased its population density around transit centers, and has increased the amount of pedestrian dense areas. The City of La Mesa is expanding programs to increase and encourage more bicycle traffic and pedestrian traffic. The City has also expanded its cannabis licensing to include 14 cannabis retail dispensaries. Over the last 2 years (2022-2024) we have experienced a higher than usual rate of fatal crash, with 5 fatalities 2 of those fatal crash involved impaired driving, with 1 being impaired by alcohol and 1under the influence of drugs. The La Mesa Police department is operated with 70 sworn Police Officers and the Traffic Unit is currently fully staffed.

Describe the problem(s) to be addressed, supported by current and relevant crash data. (most recent calendar year data/stats).

In 2023 thru 2024, the City of La Mesa experienced 209 injury traffic crashes, where 301 people were injured 41 crashes involving alcohol, resulting in 58 injuries and 1 fatalitie. The amount and frequency of crashes related to alcohol increased from 2022-2023, the City of La Mesa experienced 32 crashes involving alcohol, resulting in 37 injuries and 1 fatality. During the 2023-2024 grant period, we had 41 alcohol or drug related crash resulting in 58 injuries. We had 1 fatality related to alcohol. Driving under the influence ranked first (#1) as the most reported Primary Crash Factor (PCF) for 2023-2024.

In the last grant cycle we have increased our DUI checkpoints from 2 to 3 and have seen the educational value in these checkpoints with the increase in Marijuana Dispensaries. Our 2009 OTS funded DUI trailer has become fully deprecated and the trailer suffered mold damage from extreme rains and deemed a complete loss. We are currently using an open flatbed trailer from our public works department to accomplish our checkpoints. A new trailer would allow for increased checkpoints, efficiency, and the protection of our equipment and staff.

Speeding has been found to be directly related to the severity of vehicle crashes. As speed increases, the potential for injury also increases. Higher speeds also contribute to the severity of crashes. There is a greater chance of death and/or disabling injuries when speed increases. In the City of La Mesa, there were 30 injury crashes between 2023-2024 where speed was the Primary Crash Factor (PCF). Speed also played reported PCF during that time
period.

Although it is difficult to determine when the PCF of a crash is distracted driving, cell phone use and/or texting while driving has certainly caused an alarming public health threat. Over the last 2 grant cycles officers have conducted extra cell phone enforcement. During the 2023-2024 grant year, Officers in La Mesa have contacted and cited over 535 drivers for distracted driving.

According to the most recent available statistics, the City of La Mesa, has had 31 injury crashes in the City of La Mesa between 2023-2024 involving pedestrians. This is an increase from 2022-2023 where we had 28 pedestrian injury crashes. This is an increase in pedestrian-related crashes. Population density is leading to more pedestrians on the streets, which contributes to this increase.

Define the target population the grant intends to serve and how they are affected by the problem(s).

The City Of La Mesa is a diverse and changing population. Housing becomes more impacted and denser and younger families are moving into La Mesa. We are a mix now of dense transportation projects and large areas of older roadway users who live in single family residences. The grant will serve all of our changing population providing education to new and old drivers, focusing enforcement on data driven solutions to ensure our roadways are safe. By targeting DUI and Speed we will ensure our streets are safe for all roadway users.

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2. PERFORMANCE MEASURES
A. Goals:

1. Reduce the number of persons killed in traffic crashes.

2. Reduce the number of persons injured in traffic crashes.

3. Reduce the number of pedestrians killed in traffic crashes.

4. Reduce the number of pedestrians injured in traffic crashes.

5. Reduce the number of bicyclists killed in traffic crashes.

6. Reduce the number of bicyclists injured in traffic crashes.

7. Reduce the number of persons killed in alcohol-involved crashes.

8. Reduce the number of persons injured in alcohol-involved crashes.

9. Reduce the number of persons killed in drug-involved crashes.

10. Reduce the number of persons injured in drug-involved crashes.

11. Reduce the number of persons killed in alcohol/drug combo-involved crashes.

12. Reduce the number of persons injured in alcohol/drug combo-involved crashes.

13. Reduce the number of motorcyclists killed in traffic crashes.

14. Reduce the number of motorcyclists injured in traffic crashes.

15. Reduce hit & run fatal crashes.

16. Reduce hit & run injury crashes.

17. Reduce nighttime (2100 - 0259 hours) fatal crashes.

18. Reduce nighttime (2100 - 0259 hours) injury crashes.

B. Objectives: Target Number

1. Issue a news release announcing the kick-off of the grant by December 31st. The kick-off news releases and media advisories, alerts, and materials must be emailed to the OTS Public Information Officer at [email protected], and copied to your OTS Coordinator, for approval 7 days prior to the issuance date of the release.
1 2. Participate and report data (as required) in the following campaigns; Quarter 1:

National Pedestrian Safety Month, National Walk to School Day, National Teen Driver Safety Week, NHTSA Winter Mobilization; Quarter 3: National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, National Motorcycle Safety Month, National Bicycle Safety Month, National Click it or Ticket Mobilization; Quarter 4: National Speed Prevention Campaigns, NHTSA Summer Mobilization, National Child Passenger Safety Week, and California's Pedestrian Safety Month.
12 3.
and traffic officers to be on the lookout for identified repeat DUI offenders with a suspended or revoked license as a result of DUI convictions. Updated DUI BOLOs should be distributed to patrol and traffic officers monthly. 12 4. Send law enforcement personnel to the NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) (minimum 16 hours) POST-certified training. 4 5. Send law enforcement personnel to the NHTSA Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) 16 hour POST-certified training. 2 6. Send law enforcement personnel to the Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) training (classroom and field training must be completed).
1 7. Conduct DUI/DL Checkpoints. A minimum of 1 checkpoint should be conducted during the NHTSA Winter Mobilization and 1 during the Summer Mobilization. To enhance the overall deterrent effect and promote high visibility, it is recommended the grantee issue an advance press release and conduct social media activity for each checkpoint. For combination DUI/DL checkpoints, departments should issue press releases that mention DL's will be checked at the DUI/DL checkpoint. Signs for DUI/DL checkpoints should read "DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint Ahead." OTS does not fund or support independent DL checkpoints. Only on an exception basis and with OTS pre-approval will OTS fund checkpoints that begin prior to 1800 hours. When possible, DUI/DL Checkpoint screeners should be DRE- or ARIDE-trained.
6 8. Conduct DUI Saturation Patrol operation(s). 12