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CITY OF LA VERNE

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA

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Monday, April 17, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.

La Verne City Hall – Council Chambers,
3660 D Street, La Verne, CA 91750
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Council Meeting Decorum: Per the City’s Rules for Decorum, all Speakers and Members of the Audience are to conduct themselves with decorum and not engage in willful conduct which interrupts the meeting or with the orderly conduct of the meeting.

Tim Hepburn, Mayor
Rick Crosby, Mayor Pro Tem
Wendy Lau, Council Member
Steve Johnson, Council Member
Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, Council Member

www.cityoflaverne.org
(909) 596-8726 - Phone
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City Hall Council Chamber
3660 D Street
La Verne, CA 91750

AGENDA, La Verne City Council Meeting, Monday, April 17, 2023, Page 2

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE by Veteran Paul Villareal, Marine Corporal

ROLL CALL Council Member Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, Council Member Steven Johnson, Council Member Wendy Lau, Mayor Pro Tem Rick Crosby, and Mayor Tim Hepburn.

PRESENTATIONS

Proclamation declaring the week of April 23 to 29, 2023, as National Library Week celebrating our nation's libraries, library workers' contributions, and promote library use and support.

ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
(Any person who wishes to make a brief announcement of a future community event that is open to the general public may do so at this time.)

CONSENT CALENDAR
(All items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the City Council or member of the audience requests separate discussion.)

1. City Council Minutes for April 3, 2023.

Recommendation: Approve the Minutes for April 3, 2023.

2. Register of Audited Demands in the amount of $1,447,291.66 dated March 30, 2023, and in the amount of $589,002.24 dated April 6, 2023.

Recommendation: Approve the Register of Audited Demands.

3. Treasurer’s Report for the Quarter Ending March 31, 2013 - The Treasurer’s Report for Quarter ending March 31, 2023, is submitted for City Council to receive and file per City of La Verne Administrative Regulation Number 215, the Statement of Investment Policy, and the State of California’s Government Code (GC) Section 53646.

Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the Treasurer’s Report for the Quarter ending March 31, 2023.

4. Street Closure Agreement for the 2023 University of La Verne Scholarship Gala - The City Council is requested to approve a street closure agreement for the 2023 University of La Verne Scholarship Gala Event. The request is to close portions of 3 rd Street, between B Street and C Street, for the event occurring from May 4 through May 7, 2023.

Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement with the University of La Verne providing for a temporary street closure of a portion of Third Street, between B Street and C Street, for the La Verne Scholarship Gala occurring May 4 to May 7, 2023.

AGENDA, La Verne City Council Meeting, Monday, April 17, 2023, Page 3

5. Adoption of Ordinance No. 1115, Adding Chapter 10 (Military Equipment Policy) to Title 9 of the La Verne Municipal Code - Under Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481) the City Council is required to annually renew the Police Department’s Military Equipment Use Policy and Inventory through adoption of an ordinance.

Recommendation: That the City Council approve a motion to waive further readings and Adopt Ordinance No. 1115, as follows:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE CALIFORNIA AMENDING CHAPTER 10 (“MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY”) OF TITLE 9, SECTION 10.04.010 OF THE

LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE GOVERNING THE USE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT BY THE DEPARTMENT AND APPROVING THE UPDATED MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY 709.

PUBLIC HEARINGS - None

OTHER MATTERS - None

PUBLIC COMMENTS/ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - This is the time set aside for anyone wishing to address the City Council on items not listed in any other place on the agenda. Under the provisions of the Brown Act, the legislative body is prohibited from talking or engaging in discussion on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. However, your concerns may be referred to staff or set for discussion at a later date. Please email your public comment to the Assistant City Clerk at [email protected]. Your public comment will be shared with the City Council and included as part of the permanent record. If you wish to speak, email your phone number and staff will call you back. There is a 3-minute time limit on public comments.

COUNCIL COMMENTS AND CONFERENCE/MEETING REPORTS - Each Council Member may address the Council and public on matters of general information and/or concern. This is also the time for Council Members to report on conferences and/or meetings they have attended per Assembly Bill 1234.

AGENDA, La Verne City Council Meeting, Monday, April 17, 2023, Page 4

CLOSED SESSION
The City Council will meet in Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 for the following:

Conference with Labor Negotiators
Negotiators: City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and City Attorney Employee Organization(s): La Verne City Employees Association, La Verne Police Officers’ Association, La Verne Police Middle Management Association, and all unrepresented employees.

ADJOURNMENT to Monday, April 24, 2023, at 6:00 pm. for Active Transportation Committee Interviews at La Verne City Hall.

THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING of the La Verne City
Council is scheduled for Monday, May 1, 2023, at 6:30p.m.

ADVISORY STAFF
Ken Domer, City Manager
JR Ranells, Assistant City Manager
Kimberly Hall Barlow, City Attorney
Lupe Gaeta Estrella, Assistant City Clerk
Meg McWade, Public Works Director
Eric Scherer, Community Development Director
Christy Lopez, Finance Director
Colleen Flores, Police Chief
Christopher Nigg, Fire Chief
Yvonne Duran, Community Director
Cody Howing, City Engineer
Posting Statement: A true and correct copy of this Agenda was posted on April 11, 2023, at the bulletin board at La Verne City Hall, 3660 D Street, La Verne, and on the City’s website at www.cityoflaverne.org.

~PROCLAMATION~

WHEREAS, our nation’s public, academic and school libraries are a cornerstone of our society promoting education, social well-being, and the free exchange of information for library users nationwide no matter their age, income, and socioeconomic background; and

WHEREAS, libraries strive to develop and maintain programs and collections that are as diverse as the populations they serve and adapt to the ever-changing needs of their communities, continually expanding their collections, services, and partnerships; and

WHEREAS, libraries play a critical role in the economic vitality of communities by providing internet and technology access, literacy skills, and support for job seekers, small businesses, and entrepreneurs; and

WHEREAS, the American Library Association’s theme for National Library Week 2023, “There’s More to the Story”, highlights the holistic services libraries offer including museum and park passes, games, musical instruments, tools, programs and classes, and much more; and

WHEREAS, libraries, librarians, and library workers are joining library supporters and advocates across the nation to celebrate National Library Week.

NOW, be it proclaimed by the City of La Verne that the week of April 23rd-29th, 2023, be recognized as

National Library Week

and we encourage all citizens to reach out and support its humanitarian mission by registering for an LA County library card, utilizing resources available at the La Verne LA County Library in-person and online, and by attending their upcoming programs and classes.

Dated this 17th day of April, 2023.

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Tim Hepburn, Mayor

Attest:

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Lupe Gaeta Estrella, Assistant City Clerk
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7 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING

OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

LA VERNE
Monday, April 03, 2023
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1. A regular meeting of the La Verne City Council was called to order by Mayor Hepburn at 6:31 p.m.

2. Before the start of the meeting, Mayor Hepburn welcomed the audience to the Council Meeting in which City business is conducted. He reminded everyone that per the City’s Rules for Decorum, all speakers, members of the audience, and Council Members are to conduct themselves with decorum and to not engage in conduct that interrupts the orderly conduct of the meeting.

3. Council Members present: Mayor Tim Hepburn
Mayor Pro Tem Rick Crosby
Council Member Wendy Lau
Council Member Steven Frank Johnson
Council Member Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita

Absent: None.

Advisory personnel present: City Manager Ken Domer
Assistant City Manager JR Ranells
City Attorney Kimberly Hall Barlow
Assistant City Clerk Lupe Gaeta Estrella
Acting Chief of Police Sam Gonzalez
Fire Chief Chris Nigg
Community Services Director Yvonne
Finance Director Christy Lopez
Community Development Director Eric Scherer

4. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Veteran John Chovan, Marine Sergeant.

5. Presentations

Arab-American Heritage
Proclamation
Mayor Hepburn, on behalf, of the City Councill presented a proclamation to Sam Annabi proclaiming the month of April 2023, as Arab-American Heritage Month.

Arts, Culture, and Creativity
Proclamation
Mayor Hepburn, on behalf, of the City Council presented a Proclamation to Donna Marie Minano, Executive Director of the Inland Valley Repertory Theatre proclaiming the month of April 2023, as Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month.

South Coast Air Quality
Management District
Presentation
Michael Cacciotti, Governing Board Vice Chair of the South Coast Air Quality Management District reported on air quality and various rebate programs offered by the South Coast Air Quality Management District along with a power point presentation.

6. Announcements Sherry Best, La Verne Historical Society President reported on their upcoming events.

City Council Agenda, April 17, 2023
8 Don Kendrick, La Verne resident, and former La Verne Mayor, announced the creation of a new group named “La Verne Best” to promote and share the “Uncommon Good” events. Join by logging onto their Facebook Group “La Verne Best.” .

Thomas Allison, Cultural Awareness and Social Inclusion (CASI) Committee Member announced that the next CASI meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at Hillcrest at 5:00 p.m.

Council Member Lau announced that Wednesday, April 5, 2023, there is a blood drive at Veterans Hall, and on Saturday, April 8, 2023, there is a Job Fair at the Fairplex.

Mayor Hepburn announced upcoming Sidewalk Coloring Contest and on Saturday, April 8, 2023, the Car Show in Downtown La Verne.

City Manager Domer introduced Meg McWade the City’s new Public Works Director.

7. Consent Calendar It was moved by Crosby, seconded by Johnson, and unanimously carried to accept, approve, or act on the Consent Calendar items except for the Brethren Parking Lot License Agreement and the 2022 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (APR) were pulled from the Consent Calendar for further discussion.

City Council Minutes City Council Minutes of the regular meeting of March 20, 2023, and the adjourned meeting of March 27, 2023, were received and filed.

Register of Audited Demands Register of Audited Demands in the amount of $1,730,454.30 dated March 16, 2023, and in the amount of $341,486.65 dated March 23, 2023. Approved.

Conflict of Interest/Johnson

Pulled from the Consent
Calendar/Brethren Parking Lot
License Agreement
Council Member Steve Johnson declared a conflict of interest on the Brethren Parking Lot License Agreement item because he is member of the Church. He left the Council chamber for the item.

Danita Beauchamp, La Verne resident stated she was concerned with Council Members having a conflict of Interest on this matter because some might be associated with the Church.

City Attorney Barlow replied that the Council does not have a conflict on this matter and that on his own, Council Member Johnson has decided to recuse himself.

Richard Bowen, La Verne resident, questioned the number of spaces and the cost.

Kathy Kalousek, La Verne resident, stated that the parking lot is much needed and appreciated in Downtown La Verne. It was a great idea.

Brethren Parking Lot License Agreement - The Church of the Brethren and the City of La Verne have agreed to enter into a parking lot license agreement for fifteen years for the use of public parking at the Church’s property at 2425 E Street. In exchange for the parking use, the City will trim the parking lot trees, repave/maintain the lot, and make other minor improvements.

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9 It was moved by Crosby, seconded by Lau, and carried by a vote of 4-0 (Johnson recused) to authorize the City Manager to execute a license agreement with Church of the Brethren for use of a parking lot located at 2425 E. Street, for a fifteen (15) year term in exchange for listed improvements.

Pulled from the Consent
Calendar/2022 Housing
Element Annual Progress
Report (APR)
Danita Beauchamp, La Verne resident, stated she was concerned with the lack of information and believed there was incorrect data in the report.

Cynthia Gabaldon, La Verne resident, stated there was no detailed information and that some of the tables submitted with the report were unreadable. She felt that the Council should have held a workshop.

Richard Bowen, La Verne resident, referred to page 52 of the Housing Element report pertaining to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and the requirement to promote ADUs in North La Verne.

Joseph Gabaldon, La Verne resident, asked if the Fairplex Specific Plan was included in the report.

Lilly Brainard, La Verne resident, stated she was concerned about what will be built around her home and she was concerned about the Fairplex Specific Plan.

Mayor Hepburn replied that the City Council was only receiving and filing the 2022 Housing Element Annual Progress Report.

City Manager Domer reiterated that the Annual Progress Report only reports on housing units produced or in the process over the last year and has been an annual requirement of the State for many years. The Housing Element was approved and certified by the State in November 2022 and is a completed document and separate from the Annual Progress Report.

It was moved by Crosby, seconded by Johnson, and unanimously carried to receive and file the Annual Progress Report for 2022.

2022 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (APR) - The City is required to prepare an Annual Progress Report on the status and progress in implementing the Housing Element of the General Plan. This report is required to be presented to the City Council as an informational item to update the City Council on the previous year’s Housing Element status.

Purchase of Shade Structures
La Verne Aquatic Center
Purchase of Shade Structures - La Verne Aquatic Center - This item sought City Council authorization and award of a contract with Miracle Recreation Equipment Company to install permanent shade structures at the Aquatic Center in the amount of $143,400 with funding from the Proposition 68 Per Capita Grant Program.

It was recommended that the City Council award the contract to Miracle Recreation Equipment Co. in the amount of $143,400 for the purchase and installation of permanent shade structures at the La Verne Aquatic Center; and appropriate $143,400 from the Miscellaneous Grants Fund for the purchase and installation of the shade structures. Approved.

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10 8. Assembly Bill 481 Annual
Review
Lieutenant Leeper reported on the annual review required by Assembly Bill 481. He stated that Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481) went into effect on January 1, 2022, requiring law enforcement agencies to obtain approval from their governing bodies to enact a Military Equipment Use Policy before purchasing, using, raising funds for, or acquiring military equipment. AB 481 requires the Policy be approved or renewed by City Council by Ordinance which is to be accompanied with an annual review of the Department’s military equipment.

There were no Council comments.

Mayor Hepburn opened the public hearing and called for public comment on the annual review required by Assembly Bill 481.

There was none.

It was moved by Crosby, seconded by Johnson, and unanimously carried to introduce by title only, waive further reading and place on first reading Ordinance No. 1115, amending Chapter 10 (“Military Equipment Policy”) of Title 9 Section 10.04.010 of the La Verne Municipal Code governing the use of military equipment by the Police Department and approving the updated Military Equipment Inventory list.

Ordinance No. 1115,
Amending La Verne Municipal
Code Pertaining to the Military
Equipment Policy and Military
Equipment
Ordinance No. 1115 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF LA VERNE, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA AMENDING CHAPTER 10 (“MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY”) OF TITLE 9, SECTION 10.04.010 OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE GOVERNING

THE USE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT BY THE DEPARTMENT AND
APPROVING THE UPDATED MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY 709. Placed on first reading.

Conflict of Interest/Johnson Council Member Steve Johnson declared a conflict of interest regarding the Resolution Amending Fees for CCW Permits as he has applied for a permit.

He left the Council Chamber for the item.

9. Resolution Amending Fees for
Concealed Carry Weapons
(CCW) Permits
Acting Police Chief Gonzales reported on the proposed Resolution amending fees for Concealed Carry Weapons (CCW) Permits. He stated On February 21, 2023, the City approved Resolution No. 23-10 amending the City’s Fee Schedule to include fees for residents seeking a Concealed Carry Weapon permit (CCW). Based on public comments, a further review of protocols, and the City’s cost recovery allocations, City Council approval of a new resolution setting amended fees was requested.

There were Council comments.

After Council comments, Mayor Hepburn called for public comment on this matter.

Below are only partial public comments, please visit the City’s website to view the archived Council meeting.

Keith Reeves, La Verne resident, thanked the City Council that the City of La Verne Police Department is now processing Concealed Carried Weapons (CCW) Permits.

Danita Beauchamp, La Verne resident, spoke about the Second Amendment rights and the excessive fees for the permit.

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11 Wendy Ramallah, Claremont resident, asked the Council not to change the CCW process and that psychological testing should be mandatory.

Nancy Sassaman, La Verne resident, asked that the City Council not change the CCW requirements. She stated that human lives are more important.

Sherry Best, La Verne resident, stated that the reduction of fees was fair and she asked that the Council not to eliminate the mandatory requirement for psychological testing for all applicants.

Lilly Brainard, La Verne resident, stated that the fees were still not reasonable.

Marco Lundgren from the Office of Senator Anthony J. Portantino stated that Senator Portantino, Attorney General Bonta and Governor Newsom are in the final stage of passing a uniform California CCW permitting process in line with the recent Supreme Court decision and it was prudent for the City of Laverne to wait until that law passes before creating a local effort that may not be consistent with State law.

Barbara Smythe, La Verne resident, stated it should not be left for the Police Chief to decide on who should receive a psychological test.

Estella Maldonado, La Verne resident, reported on statistics on gun violence and she stated that psychological testing should be mandatory.

Attorney, representing the California and Pistol Association expressed concerns about MYCCW charge of $398 and that most counties do not require a psychologic testing.

Cynthia Gabaldon, La Verne resident, stated that other States with strict gun restrictions have higher gun violence.

Jim Carlson, La Verne resident, praised the La Verne Police Department and the low crime in La Verne. He stated that the CCW carriers are very careful and responsible.

Mark Ramos, La Verne resident, stated that mandatory psychologic testing should be mandatory.

Pam Berry, La Verne resident, felt that the CCW permits fees were still too high and it would make it financially difficult for some individuals to obtain a permit.

Kathy Kalousek, La Verne resident, on behalf of La Verne resident Jeff Bassler read his public comment that fees are too high. He wrote that some fees are redundant and can be waived.

Kathy Kalousek, La Verne resident, thanked the La Verne Police Department and staff for the amendment to the CCW permit fees. She stated she was concerned with the City’s liability.

Erin Duffy, La Verne resident, felt that mandatory psychological testing be required and perhaps the City can do a sliding fee scale for lower income residents.

Joseph Gabaldon, La Verne resident, stated he understood both sides and that psychological testing be required to ensure for the safety of the community.

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12 Lawrence Blanchard, La Verne resident, stated that CCW carriers are responsible and safe.

Harry Hoffman, La Verne resident, stated that when the Sheriff’s Department processed the CCW permits it was different and he was appalled by the City’s high fees.

Isabella, La Verne resident, felt that mandatory psychological testing be required.

Thomas Allison, La Verne resident, stated that the City should use an objective process for CCW permits.

Steven Wiard, La Verne resident, felt that the CCW fees were justifiable.

Richard Bowen, La Verne resident, stated that SCAQMD has money and instead of using it for rebate programs it should be used to subsidize the CCW permit cost.

Terry Prentice, La Verne resident, stated he disagreed with the mandatory psychological testing.

Brittany Allison, La Verne resident, expressed gratitude for requiring a psychological testing.

Morgan Castle, La Verne resident, felt that the City should use an objective not subjective information when processing CCW permits.

There were five (5) public comments received by email and are attached.

After City Council discussion on the City’s liability and the requirement for psychological testing it was moved by Kashifalghita, seconded by Lau, and carried 4-0 (Johnson recused) to approve Resolution No. 23-14, with the new CCW fees.

Resolution No. 23-14 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF LA VERNE, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 23-10 RELATIVE TO CERTAIN FEES AND

POLICIES FOR SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE CITY OF LA VERNE, RELATED TO SETTING CONCEALED CARRY PERMIT FEES.

Council direction on
psychological testing
It was moved by Mayor Hepburn, seconded by Kashifalghita, and carried by a vote of 3-1 (Johnson recused and Crosby voted no) to make the requirement for psychological testing mandatory for all CCW applicants.

10. At 10:16 p.m., the City Council recessed and reconvened at 10:24 p.m.

11. Public Comment This was the time set aside for anyone wishing to address the City Council on items not listed in any other place on the agenda. (Below are only partial public comments, please visit the City’s website to view the archived Council meeting.)

City Council Agenda, April 17, 2023
13 Wayne Perry, La Verne resident, stated that the Council were repetitive at the last Council meeting after asking residents not to be repetitive during public comment. He questioned why the CCW issue was not mentioned in the City Manager’s Newsletter.

Joe Gabaldon, La Verne resident, asked why the City did not anticipate there would be issue with CCW permit fees.

Danita Beauchamp, La Verne resident, thanked the Public Works Department for trimming City a tree near her property. She asked why the flag was not half- mast in memory of the Nashville victims.

Cynthia Gabaldon, La Verne resident, was concerned with SCAQMD recommendations to convert to the use of electricity equipment, vehicles, etc.

She stated that gas run equipment is also needed.

Anna Anderson, La Verne resident, stated she was concerned with the cost of lawsuits. She asked why there was so many proclamations.

Pam Berry, La Verne resident, questioned the proclamations and she stated that the month of April is Autism Awareness Month, and that it was not proclaimed

Thomas Allison, La Verne resident, stated he appreciated the City’s decorum and leadership at tonight’s Council meeting.

12. Council Comments Below are only partial Council comments, please visit the City’s website to view the archived Council meeting.

Mayor Pro Tem Crosby requested a Proclamation for National Library Month be placed on the next Agenda to recognize the La Verne Library. He reported on the Damien High School Debate Team, and that April is Autism Awareness Month.

Council Member Lau urged residents to look out for family and friends who might be going through a difficult time.

Council Member Johnson stated that the Easter Egg Hunt Event at Heritage Park was a great success.

Council Member Kashifalghita reported on the Bonita High School Car Show, and that he would like to recognize all the schools’ achievements. He asked that individuals contact him if they know of any school achievements.

Mayor Hepburn reported that the Egg-cellent Adventure at Heritage Park was a great success. He reported that the La Verne Rotary Club donated towards the event. He thanked the Community Services Department, La Verne Police, and Public Works staff for their participation and setting up the event. He reported on the car show and the sidewalk coloring contest to be held on Saturday, April 8, 2023, in downtown La Verne. He wished everyone a Happy Easter.

At 11:00 p.m., the City Council recessed to a closed session for the following:

City Council Agenda, April 17, 2023
14 The City Council met in Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 for the following:

Conference with Labor Negotiators

Negotiators: City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and
Assistant City Attorney

Employee Organization(s): La Verne City Employees Association, La Verne Police Officers’ Association, La Verne Police
Middle Management Association, La Verne
Firefighters’ Association, and all unrepresented
employees

The City Council met in a Closed Session with legal counsel to determine whether to participate in the National Opioid settlements with manufacturers and distributors pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9.

After closed session, City Attorney Barlow announced that the City Council acted to approve the City’s participation in the five opioid matters that are tentatively settled, that motion was by Mayor Hepburn, seconded by Council Member Lau, and was approved 5-0.

13. Adjournment at 11:30 p.m., in memory Army Specialist D4 Veteran Michael Montalvo who died in early March of 2023. Michael was drafted into the Army in 1966 and served two-years fighting in the Vietnam War. He, along with long-time friend David Alvarado, started the Band of Brothers, Post 12034 in 2008. After his military service he was a truck driver for many years. Later, he became a barber and worked in Claremont. People who knew him described him as modest, humble and a friend to the Veterans. He is survived by his wife, Annette Montalvo, two daughters, two sons, seven grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Respectfully submitted,

Lupe Gaeta Estrella, CMC
Assistant City Clerk

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Moffitt, Erin < [email protected] 2.ca.us >
Monday, April 3, 2023 6:'10 PM
cityclerk
CCW Applicant Concern
To Who lt May Concern,
There is a meeting is tonight at 6:30 and although I can't be there, I wanted to voice my concern' l,m a teacher for Bonita Unified and support requiring psychological evaluations for all CCW applicants.

This will hopefully prevent a teacher like me having to experience a horrific event like the one that just took place in Nashville and the hundreds others in2023 alone.
74 people have been killed or injured by guns at American schools this year and requiring these types of evaluations will ensure the mental stability of those who decide to own a firearm. we have to do something to control the inappropriate and horrific incidences of violence in our country and it starts with us.

Thank you for your time
Respectfully,
Erin Moffitt, M. Ed.

PTA VP of Programs
5th Grade Teacher
Roynon Elementary School
27t5 E Street
La Verne, California 91750
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16 Lupe Estrella
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Keith Reeves <[email protected]>
Monday, April 3, 2023 1'1:06 AM
Lupe Estrella
Revised comments for the meeting
Hi Lupe,
I have revised my comments in light of some recent information Mayor, members of the council, citizens of La Verne. Today I return to you to speak about the high concealed carry fees.

We have gone from having the highest fees in the nation to simply being exorbitant. I want to thank you for starting the process, but we are not there yet. As of this morning, Florida has permitless carry. Within a few more weeks South Carolina and Nebraska will follow. That will bring to 28 the number of states which do not require a permit for their citizens to carry a firearm. All other states are shall issue. lf objective criteria are met, a permit must be issued' Yet La Verne is mired in the old discriminatory "may issue" past. This "may issue" past which gives the chief of police arbitrary discretion in issuing concealed carry permits has been thrown out by the Supreme Court.i<r-ul The decision to keep myCCW is unfortunate. MyCCW was designed to help navigate the burdensome "may issue" process under the old arbitrary regime. The majority of things that my CCW assisted with are now completely unnecessary under Bruin, or they are redundant to the city's in house process. lt is both unfortunate and negligent that the city did not either negotiate lower fees with myCCW, or eliminate the use of the program all together.

The last time lwas here lappealed to your sense of justice. I suggested that the fees were discriminatory, and made it impossible for widows, single moms, minorities, and other economically disadvantaged people to obtain a permit. Now I am appealing to your sense of stewardship. As stewards of the city's treasury, you have a responsibility to spend our tax dollars wisely. Lawsuits take time and money.

La Verne will reduce its fees. The only question is how much time and money do you want to spend in the process? I have waited eight years to get a CCW from the City of La Verne. I really hate to wait longer, but sometimes you are required to draw a line in the sand. That time is now. Thank you. 1 City Council Agenda, April 17, 2023
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Matthew Lyons <mtlyons921 @gmail.com>
Sunday, April2,2023 9:53 PM
cityclerk
Tim Hepburn; Wendy Lau; Rick Crosby; Meshal Kash Kashifalghita; Steve Johnson public Comment - Other Matters, 7. Resolution Amending Fees for Concealed Carry Weapons (CCW) Permits
FOR THE PUBLIC RECORD:

OTHER MATTERS

7. Resolution Amending Fees for Concealed Carry Weapons (CCW) Permits - on February 2L,2023, the City approved Resolution No. 23-10 amending the City's Fee Schedule to include fees for residents seeking a Concealed Carry Weapon permit (CCW). Based on public comments, a further review of protocols, and City cost recovery allocations, City Council approval of a new resolution setting fees is requested.

STAFF RECOMMENDATTON: That the City Council adopt the Resolution No. 23-14, titled: Resolution No' 23-14 - A

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 23-10 RELATIVE TO CERTAIN FEES AND POLICIES FOR SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE

CITY OF LA VERNE, RELATED TO SETTING CONCEALED CARRY PERMIT FEES personally, I agree 100% with the unanimous vote of the council on February 27,2023. This vote supports the thoughtfuland thorough staff report and recommendations of our La Verne Police Department' I support psychological assessments for ALL CCW applicants.

Now the following can be filed under, "ln my own, personal opinion":

Again, I agree 100% with the council's unanimous vote on February 21,2023.

I appreciate staff's reassessment and reduction of several fees in the amended resolution' Well done' I disagree with making the psychological screening random and discretionary. As our LVPD absorbs the permitting responsibility back from LA County sheriffs, I would like to make sure our Police chief has all of the necessary tools to get the ccw permitting right. And I think getting it 1oo% right is a reasonable expectation when it comes to permitting ccws in the city of La Verne. lthink it is reasonable to require a psychological assessment of all applicants. sunset the original "will" after the first year and give our LVPD and our Police chief the tools and the time to get it right. After a year, have LVpD staff revist and reassess the data and determine if a modification to the CCW resolution is warranted.

Lastly, while I would prefer general fund money being spent on other things, I would even go so far as to absorb the entire cost of the psychological screening, especially if there is a legal challenge on the grounds of the fees' Getting ccw permitting wrong even once, can have serious consequences for our community and those who have sworn to protect and serve the great city of La Verne' I support psychological assessments for ALL CCW applicants. Thank you for your time and consideration' Respectfully submitted,
-Matthew Lyons, La Verne Resident
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michelle pasos <[email protected]>
Monday, April 3, 2023 3:59 PM
cityclerk
Save our children
Hello,
First of all thank you for all you do for our city. I know there's a lot happening behind scenes. For that, l'm grateful' with that being said, as a mama of 3 littles in La Verne, I feel deeply saddened and frankly outraged that folks would choose their guns over the lives of our precious children' We were discussing tonight's vote as a family and my 7 year old said "why would they do that? I wish nobody could have guns except for police officers"' "Me too buddy, me too'" I am sure my son and I will not see that happen in this lifetime but there is a way to protect our children at the very least by keeping the psychological evaluation/screening mandatory for all ccw applicants' please please please vote in opposition of tonight's resolution. I know if more parents in La Verne knew about this, you would be getting more calls and emails.

With gratitude,
Michelle Pasos
626.215.801s
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Joanna Mexicano Furmanska <jmexicanofu rmanska@gmail'com > Monday, April 3, 20231:37 PM
cityclerk
CCW Permit Resolution
Dear City Council Members:

I understand that unfortunately this comment is too late to be considered as part of the permanent record as regards this resolution. However, I hope that its contents will still be reviewed and considered by council members as they prepare for the meeting tonight. As a mother of two young children; one is a 4-year-old at a daycare in La Verne, and the other a 6 year-old at an elementary school in this district, I am deeply concerned with the amended recommendation to change the resolution to make psychological evaluatio ns discretionory ralher than mondatory in order to issue CCW permits. Again and again this year, we've seen scores of young people, including small children, and their adult caretakers be slaughtered in their schools by guns. The least we can do in orderto protect our innocent children from the very real risk (gun violence is the number one killer of children in 2023) is to ensure that these weapons do not fall into the hands of mentally ill individuals whose erratic behavior may set them on the course to kill' We already are begging for our schools and daycares to install better security cameras and gates, but even with those, we see that death comes easily (just see this video, which shows the mentally ill shooter easily breaking their way into the school in Tennessee despite multiple locked doors, an alarm system, and security cameras).

I am disappointed to learn that this change came about so easily from a mere threat of litigation from opponents to this requirement. The recommendations to mandate the psychological evaluation comes not from concerned parents (though we support itl) or the political left - they come directly from staff who have researched it, and the LVPD, who would be on duty to try to save any children or adults being shot at as first responders. Help those first responders protect our community as best they can, and as they recommend - please mandate psychological evaluations before issuing CCW permits so that those with psychological crises do not easily get guns into their hands in order to do our community harm.

Thank you.

Joanna
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21 CITY OF LA VERNE

REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS
313012023
DEMANDS PRESENTED }TAVE BEEN APPROVED CONSISTENT WITH THE CITY'S PURC}IASING/FUNDING POLICY AND I{AVE BEEN REVIEWED BY Tt{E FINANCE DIRECTOR FOR ACCURACY AND PROPER APPROVAL.

SUMMARY OF DEMANDS
LARGEST 10 CITY DEMAND PAYMENTS OT}IER T}IAN PAYROLL AND RELATED BENEFITS.

AMOUNT ISSUED TO DESCRIPTION
(4) 2022 FORD E)GLORERS (POLICE)1.
)

3. 4.

5. 6.

7. 8.

9. 10.
225,360.76
29,331.00
27,200.00
14,640.00
13,205.00
12,460.83
1 1,368.33
11,201.66
I 1,163.00
8,788.05
112,563.33

NATIONAI AUTO FLEET GROUP

DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES

HOT WIRE ELECTRIC

MATRIX CONSULTING GROIJP

PRECISION CONCRETE CUTTING

WESTERN WATER WORKS

INLAND VALLEY HUMANE SOCIETY

GATEHOUSE MSI, LLC (MCMURRAY STERN)

DEPARTMENI OF MOTOR VEHICLES

CITY OF HOPE

OTHERDEMANDS

TA)(ES FORBEARCAT
MOTOR CONTROL CENTERJ,REMOTE TERMINAL UNIT-PREV. MAINTENANCE PD STAFFING ST1JDY. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2023

REPAIR VARIOUS SIDEWALK HAZARDS
MATERIALS/ST]PPLIES
AlInrv[{L CAIIE/CONTROL SERVICES - FEBRUARY 2023

CUSTOM ARMORY CABINETRY

TAXES ON TILLER

PINK PATCH DONATIONS
$ 477 ,281.96
DEMANDS OF $45,016.49 WERE PAID ON BEHALF OF LA IMPACT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCE OPERATIONS.

DEMANDS OF gg24,gg3.21WERE PAID FOR PAYROLL AND EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RELATED ITEMS.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 37202, I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A TRUE AND ACCURATE REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS.

MPA

FINANCE DIRECTOR
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22 CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS . E)fi{IBIT A 3t30t2023
CHECKNO. AMOT]NT ISSUED TO
163s75 $
163576
1635',17
163578
163579
163580
1 6358 I
163582
163583
163584
163585
l 63586
163587
I 63588
163589
1 63590
163591
163592
163593
163594
163595
163s96
163597
163598
163599
163600
163601
163602
163603
163604
163605
163606
163607
I 63608
163609
163610
16361 I
163612
163613
163614
163615
163616
163617
163618
163619
163620
163622
163623
t63624
163625
163627
163628
163629
163630
16363 I
163632
163633
163634
163635
r63636
4,s38.99
195.00

87.06 1,658.89
1,405.43
695.00
200.00

6.82 1,510.00

20.00 377.78
8,788.05

19.70 609.08
29,331.00
I 1,163.00
6,229.84
7,560.00
330. l5
176.39

46.61 2,284.30

25.00 27,200.00
11,368.33

41.95 108.76
4,922.00

65.82 71.66

48.19 167.48
3,361.00

60.00 8,319.r7
717.81
14,640.00
11,201.66
4,600.00

90.00 225,360.76
1,944.00
229.95
4,131.20
13,205.00
3,301 .48
203.70
250.00

8.62 140.00
108.01
280.00
449.97
6,66s.79

35.75 1,226.22

90.00 105.00

35.75 1,000.00

AARDVARK

AMERICAN TANK TESTING
ARROW TRAILER SUPPLIES, INC.

AT&TMOBILITY

ATKINSON,ANDELSON,LOYA,RWD & ROMO

BADGE FRAME

BIANCADOMINGUEZ

C&ELUMBERCOMPANY
CALIFORNIA PEST MANAGEMENT,INC.

CENTRAL CITY ENTERPRISES
CHARTER COMMI.INICATIONS

CITY OF HOPE

COLANTUONO, HIGHSMITH & WHATLEY, PC

COLLEY FORD

DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES

DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES
DETROITAUTO BODY,INC.

EVERBRIDGE,INC.

EWNG IRRIGATION PRODUCTS

FACTORY MOTOR PARTS
FRONTIER COMMI.]NICATIONS
HOLLIDAY ROCK CO.

HOMETOWN RENTALS - POMONA

HOT WIRE ELECTRIC

INLAND VALLEY HTIMANE SOCIETY
INMARK
INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY DEPT.

IARAUTOMATION

KEYSTONE UNIFORM DEPOT

KYOCERA DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS WEST

LAVERNE CARWASH

TEST, LAWTTON

LIFE-ASSIST

LINDAANDRADE

LOS ANGELES COLTNTY PUBLIC WORKS
C}ryLEEMARKS

MATRIX CONSULTING GROUP

GATEHOUSE MSI, LLC

MORROW MEADOWS CORP
MI.]NICIPAL MANAGEMENT ASSTS OF SO CA

NATIONAL AUTO FLEET GROUP
ONTARIO REFRIGERATION SERVICE, INC.

PARADISE EMBROIDERY & SCREEN PRINT.

PARKHOUSE TIRE,INC.

PRECISION CONCRETE CUTTING
PRIMARY PIIARMACEUTICALS, INC.

REGIONAL TAP SERVICE CENTER

RORYDIAZ

RUSHTRUCK CENTER
SAFESHRED COMPANY, INC.

SAVAGE, HOLLIE
SCMAF.SAN GABRIEL VALLEY
THE S}IERWIN-WILLIAMS CO.

STANG INDUSTRIES,INC.

SULIMAN, SOFI

SUTPMN CORPORATION
SWRCB.DWOCP
T-A.C.I.

TAYLOR, ruLIANA
THE COI.]NSELING TEAM INTERNATIONAL

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REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXIIBIT A 3t30t2023
CHECKNO. AMOLINT ISSUED TO
477,281.96
924,993.21
45,016.49
Total Demandr $--174779T36
TK PRINT MANAGEMENT, INC.

ULINE
I]NIVERSIry OF LA VERNE
VALERIE E. FRANKLIN-V ALDEZ

VERZON WIRELESS
WAGEWORKS,INC.

WA)(E SANITARY SUPPLY

WELLS FARGO VENDORFIN SERV

WILTON, KEVIN

AGIACADEMY

ALL START FIRE EQUIPMENT
ALL STAR POLICE EQUIPMENT CO.

AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES - FIRE
AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES. POLICE
AMERICAL GRAPHIC SYSTEMS, INC.

CALIBERPOOL SERVICE

COLLEGIATE PRESS

ANTHONY GIRON
HAAKER

HDL COREN & CONE
HI-WAY SAFETY INC.

L.N. CIIRTIS AND SONS
LA VERNE POWER EQUIPMENT, INC.

PRESS TECH

RKA CONSULTING GROUP
RPW SERVICES,INC.

WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC.

WESTERN WATERWORKS
Total Payroll Demands
Total LA IMPACT Demands
163637
I 63638
163639
163640
163641
163642
163643
t63644
163645
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EF"T
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
478.95
514,37
4,000.00
120.00
3,023.98
632.42
1,355.72
2,412.78
150.00
324.00
1,828.80

80.93 1,710.85

66.98 337.37
1,075.00
194.31
604.80
145.53
5,530. l7
207.86
305.90
567.4s
3,619.82
2,468.',l5
3,000.00
7,0s1.27
12,460.83
Payroll and Employee Benefit Payments:
163655
163656
163657

BANKDRAFT

BANK DRAFT

BANKDRAFT

BANK DRAFT

BANKDRAFT

BANKDRAFT
EFT
Total
156.53
1,224.50

9.00 573,184.75
1,502.76
37,810.99
158,566.98
24,573.00
5,491.53
7,434.19
112,319.45

2.719.53
s 924,993.21
Break down of standard providers and the benefits they provide

HEATMRREYES

UNITED STATES TREASURY

TINITED WAY CAMPAIGN
PAYROLL 03 I l2l 2023 -03 I 25 I 2023
STATE DISBURSEMENT BDOOO5689

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

STATE OF CALIFORNIA
EMPOWER TRUST COMPANY, LLC-457

EMPOWER TRUST COMPANY, LLC-ROTH
EMPOWER TRUST COMPANY, LLC-401 A
L]NITED STATES TREASURY

CHARLES SCHWAB BANK
Provider Benefits Description
A.C. Newman Co.

Delta Dental
The Hartford
Health Net
Kaiser
Wage Works
US Treasury
State ofCalifornia
Accidental Death Life lnsurance
Employee dental insurance coverage
Life Insurance Policy
Employee health insurance
Employee health insurance
Flexible Savings Account (FSA) deductions
Employee federal tax withholdings
Employee state income tax, unemployment insurance and child support/garnishments

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24 CIry OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A 3t30t2023
CHECK NO. ISSUED TO
Mass Mutual A
Mass Mutual B
Mass Mutual Roth
Lincoln National
Fire/Police/La Verne
401A plan
457B plan
Roth plan
Replacement Social Security plan
Employee Group Dues
LA IMPACT LAW Task Force Demands
r63646
163648
163654
MI]LTIPLE
Total
$
5,904.09
256.20
256.20
38,600.00
$ 45,016.49

BANKOFAMERICA

FERNANDO JIMENEZ

MYRAROBLES

LAI ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS
LA IMPACT demands are paid from federal asset forfeiture dollars allocated to LA IMPACT crime prevention activities. These funds are not City funds and are not available for City use outside of LA IMPACT activities.

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25 l.

2. J.

4. 5.

6. 7.

8. 9.

10. CITY OF LA VERNE

DEMANDS PRESENTED HAVE BEEN APPROVED CONSISTENT WITH THE CITY'S PURCHASING,/FLINDING POLICY AND HAVE BEEN REVIEWED BY THE FINANCE DIRECTOR FOR ACCURACY AND PROPER APPROVAL.

SUMMARY OF DEMANDS
LARGEST IO CITY DEMAND PAYMENTS OTHER THAN PAYROLL AND RELATED BENEFITS.

AMOUNT DESCRIPTION
FEBRUARY 2023 WATER USAGE
CONTRACT-SEPT- 2022 THROUGH AUG. 2023
APRII- 2023 REPLENISHMENT
FEBRUARY 2023 SERVICES

REPLACE WATER METERS
STORM WATER COMPLIANCE FAC INSPECTION.JANUARY,/FEBRUARY 2023

AED'S & BATTERY PACKS
RETAINER. APRIL 2023

ABC LICENSE REIMBURSEMENT/DRAW FROM EVENT RESERVES
GRANT SERVICES. APzuL 2023
$ 501.438.20
DEMANDS OF $87,564.04 WERE PAID ON BEHALF OF LAIMPACT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCE OPERATIONS.

IN ACCORDANCE WITH GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 37202, I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A TRUE AND ACCURATE REGISTER OF AUDITED

CHRISTY

FINANCE DIRECTOR
321.732.92
32,000.00
23,689.25

16.726.87
12,578.74

9.564.25
9,561.10
8,600.00
5,500.00
5,000.00
s6.48s.07

UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE

CJPIA EXCESS POOL
SO CAL GAS CO.

HYDROPRO SOLUTIONS
CHARLES ABBOTT ASSOCIATES, INC.

ZOLL MEDICAL CORPORATION

JONES & MAYER

OLD TOWN LA VERNE BUSINESS ASSN,

TOWNSEND PUBLIC AFFAIRS, INC

OTHER DEMANDS
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26 CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A 41612023
AMOUNT ISSUED TOCHECKNO.
163658
163659
r 63660
t63661
163662
163663
163665
163666
t63661
163668
163669
163670
16367r
t63672
163673
163674
163675
163676
t63677
163678
163679
1 63 680
163682
I 63683
r63684
I 63685
163686
t63687
I 63688
1 63689
163690
I 6369 I
163692
163693
r63694
I 63695
t63696
163697
1 63 698
163699
163700
1 63701
163702
t63703
163704
163705
t63706
163707
163708
163709
163710
163'11l
163712
163713
163714
1637ts
163',t16
163717
16371 8
163'119
t63720
846.88
596.78
r5.00
3,000.00

20.00 250.00
100.00
9,564.25
339.95
100.00
249.76
536.47
703.56

4.95 269.98
t79.93

20.00 192.15
246.35
l 65.00
3,852.06
3,262.81
720.90
12,578.74
1t9.97

60.25 57.00
8,600.00

14.00 344.90
t,521.65
1,058.1 I
480.00
309.98
609.40
2,040.00
5,500.00
898.31
983.40
2,022.06
2,s20.00
420.00
139.97
309.00

44.13 108.47
t9'1.t0
5,000.00
304.98
1,s36.35
4,000.00
32,000.00

4.90 92.28
1,000.00
1,050.37
362.85

58.39 104.71
148.98
206.59
Au{IrpvAI{K

ACT NOW SIGNS

ALFREDHATMAL
ALLIANT INSURANCE SERVICES, INC.

BRUIN PAINTING CORPORATION

CALIFORNIA FIRE CHIEFS ASSOCIATION

CELIA GONZALES
CHARLES ABBOTT ASSOCIATES, INC.

CHARTER COMMLTNICATIONS

CLAUDIA CONSTANCIO

COLANTUONO, HIGHSMTH & WHATLEY, PC

COLLEY FORD
CUSTOM WATER,INC.

EVERSOFT

FACTORY MOTOR PARTS
FOOTI{ILL COMMUNICATIONS, INC

FRANCES GUZMAN

FRONTIER COMMLINICATIONS

HARCHUT, CYNTHIA

TIEDRICK FIRE PROTECTION

HI SIGN

HI STANDARD AUTOMOTIVE, LLC
HOLLIDAY ROCK CO.

HYDROPRO SOLUTIONS

INLAND VALLEY DAILY BULLETIN
INMARK

JEANIE DONELSON

JONES &MAYER

KYOCERA DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS WEST

LA VERNE PETIY CASH

LIFE-ASSIST
LOWE'S
MCLAY SERVICES,INC.

MONTOYA, DANNY

MORROWMEADOWS CORP

MSA SAFETY SALES, LLC
OLD TOWN LA VERNE BUSINESS ASSN.

ORANGE LINE OIL COMPANY

ROBERT HALF
S&JSUPPLYCO.,INC.

SAN GABRIEL VALLEY PUBLIC SAFETY
SANDERS TOWING,INC.

CONNECTA SATELLITE SOLUTIONS LLC
SCHWALM GENERATION, INC.

SMART & FINAL ruS CO.

SOUTHEAST CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS INC
T.MOBILE
TOWNSEND PI]BLIC AFFAIRS, INC
U.S. ARMORCORPORATION
U,S. POSTMASTER

UCLA CENTER FOR PREHOSPITAL CARE

UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE
UPS

VERZON MRELESS

VERONICA VARGAS
WAGEWORKS,INC.

WALTERS WHOLESALE ELECTRIC CO.

WEXBANK

XEROX CORPORATION

YWCA SAN GABRIEL VALLEY

ZEP SALES & SERVICE

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27 CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - E)GIIBIT A 41612023
CHECKNO. AMOUNT ISSUED TO
t63721
163722
163723
163724
163725
t63726
163727
163728
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT

BANKDRAFT
9,56 1. l0
736.92

25.08 2,520.24
320.50
306.78
699.00
1,455.58
105.09
1,890.5 l
23,689.2s
s25.73
2,274.62
148.84
525.00
179.73
572.47
256. I 8

16.1 5
729.83
670.00

29.30 283.84
321,'132.92

99.25 3,313.80
16,726.87

ZOLL MEDICAL CORPORATION

CALIFORNIA DEPT OF TAX & FEE ADMIN
FEDEX

MASERGY CLOUD COMMUNICATIONS, INC

BRIANROSE

SOUTMRN CALIFORNIA TROPHY COMPANY

TOWERSTREAM CORPORATION

VERIZON WIRELESS
ALL STATE POLICE EQUIPMENT CO.

AMAZON CAPITAL SVCS-LVPD

CJPIA EXCESS POOL

COLLEGTATE PRESS

COMMERCIAL DOOR COMPANY
COURIER PRINTING, INC.

DENNIS GRUBB & ASSOCIATES

GRAINGER
GREENSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES, INC.

HAAKEREQUIPMENT CO.

KRONOS INCORPORATED
LA VERNE POWER EQUIPMENT,INC.

LAW ENFORCEMENT MEDICAL SERVICES

POMONA TRUCK & AUTO SUPPLY
SLINBADGE CO.

THREE VALLEYS MLTNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT

UNDERGROLTND SERVICE ALERT OF SO CAL

WESTERN WATER WORKS
SO CAL GAS CO.
501,438.20
87,564.04 Total LAIMPACT Demands
Total Demands $ 589,002.24
LAIMPACT Law Enforcement
163729
163730
163733
EFT
Task Force Demands
1,099.00 CHARTER
22,397.17
2t6.17
55,651.70

CITY OF PASADENA
PITNEY BOWES GLOBAL FINANCIAL SVCS.

ENFORCEMENT AVIATION SERVICES, INC.

MULTIPLE 8,2OO.OO LAIENFORCEMENTOPERATIONS
Total $ 87,564.04
LAIM,ACT demands are paid from federal asset forfeiture dollars allocated to LAIMPACT crime prevention activities' These funds are not city lilnds and are not available for City use outside of LAIMPACT activities'

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Agenda Report

DATE: April 17, 2023

TO: Mayor and City Council

FROM: Christy Lopez, Finance Director

SUBJECT: CITY OF LA VERNE TREASURER’S REPORT FOR QUARTER ENDING MARCH 31, 2023
____________________________________________________________________________

SUMMARY
The Treasurer’s Report for Quarter ending March 31, 2023, is submitted for City Council to receive and file per City of La Verne Administrative Regulation Number 215, the Statement of Investment Policy, and the State of California’s Government Code (GC) Section 53646.

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the Treasurer’s Report for the Quarter ending March 31, 2023.

DISCUSSION
The attached Treasurer’s Report is provided to the City Council per the City of La Verne Administrative Regulation Number 215, Statement of Investment Policy, and as provided under the State of California’s Government Code (GC) Section 53646. GC 53646 provides that a quarterly report may be submitted to the City Council on a quarterly basis. This report details cash and investments held by the City, a statement that the portfolio complies with the Investment Policy, and confirms the City’s ability to meet poole d expenditure requirements for the next six months.

As of March 31, 2023, the City had total cash and invested funds (cost basis) of $95,546,252. Of this amount, $21, 016,605 is held in a fiduciary capacity for the Los Angeles Interagency Metropolitan Police Apprehension Taskforce (LA IMPACT). In addition, the City also has $3,531,952 that is held outside the treasury by a fiscal agent to meet the 1996 Revenue Bond covenant. T he City’s portfolio is fully liquid; 68% ($ 64,744,252) is maintained in on -demand accounts, including those held by the State Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF).

The investment portfolio conforms to the City’s investment policy and sufficient money is available to meet City obligations due within the next six months.

FISCAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable

LEGAL REVIEW
Not applicable

ATTACHMENTS
1 - Treasurer’s Report Tables for the quarter ended March 31, 2023 City Council Agenda, April 17, 2023
30 City of La Verne
Investment Detail
For the Month Ended March 31, 2023
Par Value Coupon Rate Moody's/ S&P Purchase Maturity/ Days to Yield to Cost Basis Category (memo only) Long-Term Investments (2 to 5 Years)
Corporate Notes
American Express US Bank 244,000 4.90% NA 11/17 11/24/2025 969 4.86% 244,000 246,105 Austin Telco US Bank 248,000 5.05% NA 11/15 11/27/2026 1,337 4.97% 248,000 252,114 BMW Bk North US Bank 244,000 4.80% NA 11/17 11/24/2025 969 4.78% 244,000 244,854 Capital One Bk US Bank 245,000 2.70% NA 4/22 4/21/2025 752 2.70% 245,000 240,551 City National Bk US Bank 244,000 4.90% NA 11/15 11/24/2025 969 4.86% 244,000 246,105 Discover Bk US Bank 244,000 4.80% NA 11/17 4/28/2025 759 4.78% 244,000 244,868 Goldman Sachs CD US Bank 245,000 2.75% NA 4/22 4/28/2025 759 3.00% 245,000 240,837 Goldman Sachs MTN US Bank 250,000 3.00% A2/BBB+ 2/22 2/26/2027 1,428 3.07% 250,000 227,845 Synchrony Bk US Bank 244,000 4.25% NA 11/15 11/18/2027 1,693 4.32% 244,000 240,305 Municipal Investments
Barstow CA US Bank 225,000 3.75% A+ 4/22 6/1/2026 1,158 3.94% 227,097 213,716 On Call D eposits
Treasurer Che
cking Account - US Bank U S Bank 4,284,550 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A None 4,284,550 4,284,550 L A Impact - US Bank U S Bank 1,512,034 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A None 1,512,034 1,512,034 PFA La Verne Mobile Country Club (Payments)WFB Wells Fargo 187,804 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A None 187,804 187,804 PFA La Verne Mobile Country Club (Rents) WFB Wells Fargo 47,098 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A None 47,098 47,098 PFA Valley Rancho Mobile Home Park WFB Wells Fargo 245,427 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A None 245,427 245,427 Local Agency Investment Fund - City LAIF 38,962,768 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A 0.86% 38,962,768 38,962,768 Local Agency Investment Fund - LA IMPACT LAIF 19,504,571 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A 0.86% 19,504,571 19,504,571 On-Call D
eposits $64,744,252 $64,744,252 $64,744,252
Short-Term Investments (1 Year or Less)
Corporate
Notes
Bankwell BK US Bank 238,000 4.75% NA 11/29 12/6/2023 250 4.74% 238,000 237,281 Farmers Ins CD US Bank 248,000 5.00% NA 1/23 1/18/2024 293 5.00% 248,000 247,727 General Electric US Bank 248,000 5.00% NA 1/23 1/30/2024 305 5.00% 248,000 247,727 Greenwood Cr US Bank 248,000 4.85% NA 11/15 11/21/2023 235 4.84% 248,000 247,605 Israel Disc US Bank 244,000 4.85% NA 11/17 11/25/2024 605 4.83% 244,000 245,076 JP Morgan MTN US Bank 250,000 3.25% A- 5/13 5/13/2024 409 3.25% 250,000 249,610 Wells Fargo US Bank 238,000 4.75% NA 11/29 12/5/2023 249 4.74% 238,000 237,286 Municipal Investments
Riverside Cnty CA US Bank 655,000 4.91% AA 4/22 2/15/2025 687 3.87% 672,999 655,465 US Government Issued Securities
F H L B Debt US Bank 1,000,000 5.00% AAA/AA+ 2/23 3/15/2024 350 5.00% 1,000,000 1,001,970 F H L B Debt US Bank 10,000,000 5.25% AAA/AA+ 2/23 2/21/2025 693 5.25% 10,000,000 10,004,200 F H L B Debt US Bank 9,000,000 5.00% AAA/AA+ 2/23 8/27/2024 515 5.00% 9,000,000 8,999,010 Short-Term Investments (1 Year or Less) $22,369,000 $22,386,999 $22,372,957

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31 City of La Verne
Investment Detail
For the Month Ended March 31, 2023
Par Value Coupon Rate Moody's/ S&P Purchase Maturity/ Days to Yield to Cost Basis Category (memo only) Ronald L. Clark

CITY TREASURER
I hereby certify that the investment activity for this reporting period conforms with the current investment policy as set forth in Resolution No. 21-87. Per government code require
ments, there are adequate funds available to meet the City of La Verne's budgeted and actual expenditures for the next six months.

US Government Issued Securities
F H L B Debt US Bank 1,000,000 2.50% AAA/AA+ 3/22 3/10/2027 1,440 2.54% 1,000,000 922,500 F H L B Debt US Bank 1,000,000 3.00% AAA/AA+ 4/22 4/21/2027 1,482 3.00% 1,000,000 936,110 F H L M C US Bank 2,000,000 5.25% AA+ 11/22 11/28/2025 973 4.94% 2,000,000 2,002,760 F H L M C US Bank 2,000,000 5.25% AA+ 12/22 12/12/2025 987 5.25% 2,000,000 1,999,240 Long-Term I
nvestments (2 to 5 Years) $8,433,000 $8,435,097 $8,257,910 Total Ca sh and Investments $95,546,252 $95,566,348 $74,227,578

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32 For the Month Ended March 31, 2023
Agency
Maturity Range Debt Corporate Municipal Maturity
(Years) Securities Notes Investments Schedule LAIF

0.5 - $ -$ -$ - 38,962,768$ 1 1,000,000 1,476,000 -$ 2,476,000 -

1.5 9,000,000 238,000 - 9,238,000 - 2 10,000,000 734,000 655,000 11,389,000 -

2.5 4,000,000 732,000 - 4,732,000 - 3 - 225,000 225,000 -

3.5 - - - - 4 2,000,000 498,000 - 2,498,000 -

4.5 - 244,000 - 244,000 - 5 - - - - 26,000,000$ 3,922,000$ 880,000$ 30,802,000$ 38,962,768$ #
% of Policy Max In Compliance
Category Portfolio Limit Maturity with Policy
Agency Debt Securities 26,000,000$ 37.3 None 5 years Yes Corporate Notes 3,922,000 5.6 30% 5 years Yes Municipal Investments 880,000 1.3 None 5 years Yes LAIF (Excludes LA Impact) 38,962,768 55.8 $75,000,000 N/A Yes 69,764,768$
City of La Verne Treasurer's Report
Portfolio
Maturity Schedule (shown at redemption value)
Investment Policy Compliance
$- $2,000 $4,000 $6,000 $8,000 $10,000 $12,000

0.5 1

1.5 2

2.5 3

3.5 4

4.5 5
In Thousands
Negotiable CDs
Corp. Notes
Agency
Portfolio Maturities

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33 City of La Verne, City Council
Agenda Report

DATE: April 17, 2023

TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council

FROM: Eric Scherer, AICP, Community Development Director

SUBJECT: STREET CLOSURE AGREEMENT FOR THE 2023 UNIVERSITY OF LA

VERNE SCHOLARSHIP GALA

SUMMARY
The City Council is requested to approve a street closure agreement for the 2023 University of La Verne Scholarship Gala Event. The request is to close portions of 3 rd Street, between B Street and C Street, for the event occurring from May 4 through May 7, 2023.

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement with the University of La Verne providing for a temporary street closure of a portion of Third Street, between B Street and C Street, for the La Verne Scholarship Gala occurring May 4 to May 7, 2023.

DISCUSSION
The University of La Verne is holding their 2023 Scholarship Gala on May 6, 2023. To facilitate the event, including set-up and clean-up, the request involves closing both the east and westbound lanes of Third street between B Street and C Street. The street closures will occur on May 4 th at 6:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. May 7 th. The closure of a portion of Third Street will serve as the University’s valet drop-off point for attendees. The event is expected to draw up to approximately 650 attendees.

Recent policy has been to prepare individualized agreements for street closure events.

Staff has therefore developed a standard agreement outlining the traffic control plan requirements, locations, schedule, estimated fees, applicant responsibilities, and insurance/indemnification requirements.

The applicant has indicated they will not be requiring assistance from the Police or Public Works Department fo r the event. Therefore, there are no additional resources needed from either department.

FISCAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.

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34 LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved of the agreement.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Traffic Control Plan

2. Agreement to Permit ULV Scholarship Gala Event

Report Prepared By:

Gabriel Rivera, Assistant Planner

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36 City Council Agenda, April 17, 2023
37 AGREEMENT TO PERMIT STREET CLOSURES FOR THE

UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE SCHOLARSHIP GALA EVENT

THIS AGREEMENT is entered into this 17th day of April 2023, by and between the CITY OF LA VERNE, a municipal corporation (hereinafter “City”) and the University of La Verne, (hereinafter “ULV”.) The parties hereto agree as follows:

1. Project. ULV has requested use of certain public streets for a street closure to utilize the area as a valet area on Thursday, May 4 through May 7, 2023.

2. Liaison/Representatives. The authorized representative for the City shall be the City Manager or his designee. The City Manager’s designee for this event is Gabriel Rivera, Assistant Planner. All changes to the schedule or the authorized activities per this Agreement shall be subject to the prior approval of the Cit y Manager’s designee, Gabriel Rivera. The authorized representative for ULV is Bianca Romero, 909-395-7129.

The City Manager’s designee for the day of the event shall be the on duty watch commander of the La Verne Police Department, 909-596-1913.

3. Location. The gala event will be conducted on the ULV grounds; however, the street closure will occur on a portion of Third Street, between B and C street.

4. Schedule. The gala event will be conducted on May 4 through May 7, 2023 (with the actual gala being on May 6, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.), with the event setup occurring on May 4 at 8:00am and teardown occurring on May 7 at 12:00pm . Any deviation from this schedule , including change of the event dates, is subject to the advance approval of the City Manager or his designee.

5. Fees. The following estimated fees shall be deposited by ULV with the City prior to the commencement of event. At the conclusion of the event, an accounting shall be p rovided to ULV detailing the City’s expenditures for staff time and injury to public City Council Agenda, April 17, 2023
38 property (if any). ULV will reimburse City for all such expenditures and/or damages within thirty (30) days of receipt of the City’s accounting.

Application/Permit Issuance fee: $ 25.00
Total fees/deposit $ 25.00

6. Street Closures. The event will require a street closure on Third Street, with street closures occurring specifically on Third and C Street, and Third and B Street. All closures will occur on May 4 at 6:00 a.m. to May 7 at 12:00 p.m. ULV shall also submit a traffic control plan to the City’s Public Works and Police Department for approval. Said approval shall be obtained prior to the event. ULV shall be responsible for all costs associated with field review of the traffic control (as estimated in section 5) by the La Verne Police Department).

7. Notification to Residents/Businesses. ULV shall provide written notices to residents and institutions along the street closure and adjacent streets impacted by the event. The notice shall be provided at least five (5) days in advance of the event and shall include the date, time, and anticipated traffic measures. The notice shall also include the name of a contact person at the site, who is available by phone at all times during the event. ULV shall submit the text of the notices to the City Manager’ s designee for approval prior to mailing. The City Manager’s designee shall have the authority to extend the notice perimeter if such action is reasonably necessary.

8. Cleanup/Damage to Public Property. All public property utilized shall be cleaned and restored at the conclusion of the event to its original condition. All trash, debris, markers, signs, etc., shall be removed by ULV within 24 hours after the cessation of the event. ULV shall be responsible for any damage to public property as part of t he designated closure area, which occurs during the event and/or as the result of the event.

9. Insurance. ULV shall provide the City with a certificate of insurance evidencing liability coverage, in an amount of at least $1,000,000, naming the City of La Verne, its City Council Agenda, April 17, 2023
39 elected and appointed officials, employees and/or agents as additional insured. ULV shall also provide evidence of W orker’s Compensation coverage. Evidence of insurance coverage shall be submitted prior to the event.

10. Indemnification. ULV shall indemnify and save harmless City, its officers and employees, from and against any and all damages to property or injuri es to or death of any person or persons, including property and employees or agents of City, and shall defend, indemnify and save harmless City, its officers, employees and agents, from and against any and all claims, demands, suits, actions or proceedings of any kind or nature, including, but not by way of limitation, Worker’s Compensation claims, resulting from or arising from the event.

11. Notices. Notices and correspondence shall be delivered in person or sent by certified mail to the following addresses:

CITY: UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE:

City of La Verne University of La Verne
Attention: City Manager c/o Bianca Romero
3660 “D” Street 1950 3rd Street
La Verne, CA 91750-3599 La Verne, CA 91750
909-596-8726 909-395-7129

12. Attorney’s Fees. In the event that any legal action is commenced to enforce or interpret the terms or conditions of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall, in addition to any other relief and costs, be entitled to reasonable outside attorney’s fees.

13. Termination of Agreement. This Agreement may be terminated with cause by either party hereto. Unless earlier terminated for cause, this Agreement shall be effective on the date signed by both parties and shall terminate on May 7, 2023. The indemnification provision in section 10 shall survive the termination of the Agreement and remain in full force and effect for all applicable instances resulting from the event.

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40 14. Entire Agreement. This Agreement represents the entire agreement between the parties hereto as to the matters contained herein.

15. Amendment. This Agreement may be amended upon the written mutual agreement of the parties through their designated representatives.

IN WITNESS of the foregoing, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the date first written above.

CITY OF LA VERNE

By: _____________________________________
Ken Domer, City Manager

UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE

By: ____________________________________
Bianco Romero, Executive Director,
Advancement Operations and Events

ATTEST:

____________________________________
Lupe Gaeta Estrella, CMC
Assistant City Clerk
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Agenda Report

DATE: April 17, 2023

TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council

FROM: Lupe Gaeta Estrella, Assistant City Clerk

SUBJECT: ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1115, ADDING CHAPTER 10 (MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY) TO TITLE 9 OF THE LA VERNE

MUNICIPAL CODE

SUMMARY
Under Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481) the City Council is required to annually renew the Police Department’s Military Equipment Use Policy and Inventory through adoption of an ordinance.

RECOMMENDATION

That the City Council approve a motion to waive further readings and Adopt Ordinance No. 1115, “ AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE CALIFORNIA AMENDING CHAPTER 10 (“MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY”) OF TITLE 9, SECTION 10.04.010 OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE GOVERNING THE USE

OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT BY THE DEPARTMENT AND APPROVING THE UPDATED MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY 709.”

DISCUSSION
On April 3, 2023, the City Council conducted a Public Hearing after proper public notice and posting for the AB 481 Annual Review of the Military Equipment Use Policy and Military Equipment Inventory List. The renewal ordinance, No. 1115, item was approved unanimously and is presented for adoption at this time.

FISCAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not Applicable.

LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved the attached ordinance.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Ordinance No. 1115

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ORDINANCE NO. 1115

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE CALIFORNIA AMENDING CHAPTER 10 (“MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY”) OF TITLE 9, SECTION

10.04.010 OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE GOVERNING THE USE OF MILITARY

EQUIPMENT BY THE DEPARTMENT AND APPROVING THE UPDATED MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY 709

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE DOES HEREBY FIND AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

WHEREAS, on September 30, 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law Assembly Bill 481 (“AB 481”), adding Chapter 12.8, “Funding, Acquisition and Use of Military Equipment”, to Division 7 of Title 1 of the Government Code (sections 7070 – 7075), relating to the use of military equipment by California law enforcement agencies.

WHEREAS, AB 481 seeks to provide transparency, oversight, and an opportunity for meaningful public input on decisions regarding whether and how military equipment is funded, acquired, or used.

WHEREAS, the La Verne Police Department is in possession of certain items of equipment that qualify as “military equipment” under AB 481 and further intends to acquire other items of military equipment.

WHEREAS, AB 481 requires, inter alia, that a law enforcement agency possessing and using such qualifying equipment must prepare a publicly released, written, military equipment use policy document covering the inventory, description, quantity, purpose, capabilities, use, lifespan, acquisition, maintenance, authorized use, fiscal impacts, procedures, training, oversight, and complaint process, applicable to the Department’s use of such equipment.

WHEREAS, the policy must be approved by the City Council by ordinance, and reviewed annually thereafter.

WHEREAS, on May 16, 2022, following a public hearing, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1110 Adding Chapter 10 (Military Equipment Policy) to Title 9, Section 10.40.10 to the La Verne Municipal Code. Assembly Bill 481 requires the governing body to review and approve an ordinance adopting the Military Equipment Use Policy annually at a regular meeting held in accordance with the Brown Act.

WHEREAS, the military equipment inventoried and presented to the City Council is necessary because there is no reasonable alternative that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety;

WHEREAS, the proposed updated Military Equipment Use Policy (“Policy”), Exhibit A, will safeguard the public’s health, welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties.

WHEREAS, the equipment is reasonably cost effective compared to available alternatives that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety;

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43 WHEREAS, prior military equipment use complied with the applicable equipment use policy (which included equipment now defined as military equipment) that was in effect at the time, or if prior uses did not comply with the accompanying military equipment use policy, corrective action has been taken to remedy nonconforming uses and ensure future compliance;

WHEREAS, the Police Department has submitted the proposed Policy to the City Council and thereafter has made those documents available on the Police Department’s website for at least 30 days prior to the public hearing concerning the military equipment at issue.

WHEREAS, the Policy satisfies the requirements of Government Code Section 7070(d).

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of La Verne, having received the information required under AB 481 regarding the La Verne Police Department’s use of military equipment as defined in said law, deems it to be in the best interest of the City to and hereby does approve the Military Equipment Policy; and

WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites prior to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.

NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE HERBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1: Recitals. The City Council finds that all the recitals, facts, findings, and conclusions set forth above in the preamble of this Ordinance are true and correct.

Section 2: Chapter 10 (“Military Equipment Policy”) of Title 9, Section 10.04.010 of The La Verne Municipal Code Governing the Use of Military Equipment by the Department is hereby amended to read:

Military Equipment Policy.
(a) The Military Equipment Policy attached as Exhibit A shall govern the use of military equipment by the La Verne Police Department.

(b) The Policy shall be made publicly available on the Police Department’s website for as long as the military equipment is available for use or as otherwise ordained by the City Council.

(c) The Police Department shall submit an annual military equipment report to the City Council containing the information required by Government Code Section 7072 and the City Council shall thereafter determine whether each type of military equipment identified therein complied with the standards for approval set forth in Government Code Section 7071(d).

(d) The City Council shall on an annual basis and at a regular meeting thereof review this ordinance and vote on whether to renew it pursuant to Government Code Section 7071(e)(2).

(e) The definitions set forth in Government Code section 7070 shall apply to this ordinance. Any provision of state law referred to herein shall mean and include any amended or successor provision thereof.

Section 3: Compliance with CEQA. Adoption of this Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3) (General Rule) of the CEQA Guidelines because it is not a “project” and because it can be seen with certainty that City Council Agenda, April 17, 2023
44 there is no possibility that the passage of this Ordinance will have a significant effect on the environment.

Section 4: Inconsistencies. Any provision of the La Verne Municipal Code or appendices thereto inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance, to the extent of such inconsistencies and no further, is hereby repealed or modified to that extent necessary to affect the provisions of this Ordinance.

Section 5: Severability. If any chapter, article, section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, word, or portion of this Ordinance, or the application thereof to any person, is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this Ordinance or its application to other persons. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each chapter, article, section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, word, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions of the application thereof to any person, be declared invalid or unconstitutional. No portion of this Ordinance shall supersede any local, state, or federal law, regulation, or codes dealing with life safety factors.

Section 6: Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days from its adoption.

Section 7: Execution. The Mayor shall sign and the Assistant City Clerk shall attest to the passage of this Ordinance. The Assistant City Clerk shall cause the same to be published once in the official newspaper within 15 days after its adoption.

Approved and Adopted this 17TH day of April 2023.

________________________________
Tim Hepburn, Mayor
ATTEST:

__________________________________
Lupe Gaeta Estrella, Assistant City Clerk

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45 CERTIFICATION

I, Lupe Estrella, Assistant City Clerk of the City of La Verne, do hereby certify that Ordinance No. 1115 was introduced for first reading at a regular meeting on the 3rd day of April 2023.

Thereafter, said Ordinance was duly approved and adopted at a regular meeting of said City Council on the 17th day of April 2023, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT

_____________________________________
Lupe Gaeta Estrella, Assistant City Clerk

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47 CITY OF LA VERNE

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA

___________________________________________________________________________

Monday, April 17, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.

View the meeting through the City’s website at www.cityoflaverne.org/live and click on “Watch Live”.

Tim Hepburn, Mayor
Rick Crosby, Mayor Pro Tem
Wendy Lau, Council Member
Steve Johnson, Council Member
Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, Council Member

www.cityoflaverne.org
(909) 596-8726 - Phone
(909) 596-8740 - Fax
City Hall Council Chamber
3660 D Street
La Verne, CA 91750

AGENDA, La Verne City Council Meeting, Monday, April 17, 2023, Page 2

CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE by Veteran Paul Villareal, Marine Corporal ROLL CALL Council Member Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, Council Member Steven Johnson, Council Member Wendy Lau, Mayor Pro Tem Rick Crosby, and Mayor Tim Hepburn.

PRESENTATIONS
Proclamation declaring the week of April 23 to 29, 2023, as National Library Week celebrating our nation's libraries, library workers' contributions, and promote library use and support.

ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
(Any person who wishes to make a brief announcement of a future community event that is open to the general public may do so at this time.)

1. City Council Minutes for April 3, 2023.

Recommendation: Approve the Minutes for April 3, 2023.

2. Register of Audited Demands in the amount of $1,447,291.66 dated March 30, 2023, and in the amount of $589,002.24 dated April 6, 2023.

Recommendation: Approve the Register of Audited Demands.

Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the Treasurer’s Report for the Quarter ending March 31, 2023.

AGENDA, La Verne City Council Meeting, Monday, April 17, 2023, Page 3

Recommendation: That the City Council approve a motion to waive further readings and Adopt Ordinance No. 1115, as follows:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE CALIFORNIA AMENDING CHAPTER 10 (“MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY”) OF TITLE 9, SECTION 10.04.010 OF THE

LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE GOVERNING THE USE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT BY THE DEPARTMENT AND APPROVING THE UPDATED MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY 709.

PUBLIC HEARINGS - None

OTHER MATTERS - None

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CLOSED SESSION
The City Council will meet in Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 for the following:

ADJOURNMENT to Monday, April 24, 2023, at 6:00 pm. for Active Transportation Committee Interviews at La Verne City Hall.

THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING of the La Verne City
Council is scheduled for Monday, May 1, 2023, at 6:30p.m.

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