MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA VERNE
Monday, July 17 , 2023
A regular meeting of the La Verne City Council was called to order by Mayor Hepburn at 6:30 p.m.
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 perthe City's Rules for Decorum, allspeakers, members of theaudience, and Council Members are to conduct themselves with decorum and to not engage in conduct that interrupts the orderly conduct of the meeting.
Council Members present:
Absent:
Advisory personnel present:
Mayor Tim Hepburn
Mayor Pro Tem Rick Crosby participated via zoom from Colorado Springs at the Courtyard Marriott, Meeting Room-Falcon Nest, 1130Interquest Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80921.
Council Member Wendy Lau
Council Member Steven Frank Johnson
Council Member Meshal"Kash" Kashifalghita participated from his military assignment out of state as allowed by Assembly Bil 2449.
None.
City Manager Ken Domer
Assistant City Manager JR Ranells
City Attorney Kimberly Hall Barlow
Assistant City Clerk Lupe Gaeta Estrella
Finance Director Christy Lopez
Community Development Director Eric Scherer
Public Works Director Meg McWade
Acting Police Chief Sam Gonzales
Fire Chief Chris Nigg
Community Services Director Yvonne Duran
City Engineer Cody Howing
Pledge of Allegiance led by William Carroll, Army Speciatist 4th Class (E-4).
Mayor Hepburn, on behalf of the City Council, presented to William Carroll, Army Specialist 4th Class (E-4). a Pride of La Verne Certificate of Recognition thanking him for his service to our country.
EXTRAORDI NARY BUSI N ESS
Appointment of Mayor and
Mayor Pro Tem Mavor Appointment & Mavor Pro Tem Rotation - On December 6, 2021, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1107, establishing an electoral system with five City Council Districts and a rotating Mayor position. Pursuant to Ordinance No. 1107, Section 3, 2.08.030 - Organizational Meeting, the City Council is to meet in non-election years, to choose a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem at the first anniversary of the previous selection, which was on July 18,2022.
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City Council Minutes, Monday, July 17 , 2023, Page 2.
PRESENTATIONS
Introductions of Newly Hired
Police Officers
Assistant City Clerk Estrella called for nominations for Mayor. Mayor Hepburn moved to nominate Mayor Pro Tem Crosby for Mayor. Mayor Pro Tem Crosby declined the nomination and moved to nominate Mayor Hepburn, and it was seconded by Johnson and unanimously carried by roll callvote to appoint Mayor Hepburn as Mayor for the City of La Verne.
It was moved by Mayor Hepburn and seconded by Crosby and carried by roll call vote of 3-2 (Johnson and Kashifalghita voted no) to appoint Council Member Lau as Mayor Pro Tem.
Mayor Hepburn, on behalf of the City Council, recognized and introduced the newly Hired Police Officers, as follows:
Police Officer Francisco Valdez - Francisco was raised in Ontario. He worked in county jails for several years, where he gained a unique understanding of the challenges faced by people from various walks of life. His time in this role taught him the importance of kindness and fairness in dealing with others. He is eager to bring his passion, experience, and dedication to the La Verne Community, striving to positively impact the lives of his fellow residents. Alongside his fianc6 Tracy and their son Benjamin, Francisco is driven by his love for his family and his deep commitment to serving the community of La Verne.
Police Officer Brady Ecklund - Brady was born in Portland, Oregon and grew up in Sacramento, California. From an early age, he showed interest in working with others in a team setting. He was a child actor from the age of eight where he learned valuable lessons in teamwork and professional communication. Brady moved to Upland, California, when he was ten years old and attended Upland High School. There, Brady worked at a news station and in sports broadcasting.
After high school, he attended Azusa Pacific University where he earned two bachelor's degrees. One in Media Theory and the other in Business Marketing.
After college Brady attended the Rio Hondo Police Academy and graduated with Class 214. Despite his background in media production, he learned something vital about himself in college. His passion was being active and, on his feet, helping people when they needed it. With everything going on in the political sphere and society at large, he was inspired to make his way into the world of law enforcement where he knew he could help many people. Brady's father and his father before him were both police officers. Brady's passion for helping others and appreciation for the community led him to the City of La Verne, where he strives to be a good officer in serving the residents of La Verne.
City Council Minutes, Monday, July 17 , 2023, Page 3.
Life Saving Recognition of
Good Samaritans, La Verne
Residents Mike Wilson and
Nick Harvey
Proclamation Proclaiming the
Month of J uly 2023, as "Parks
Make Life Better"
Presentation to the Soroptimist
lnternational of San Dimas lLa
Verne
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF
UPCOMING COMMUNITY
EVENTS
Mayor Hepburn, on behalf of the City Council, recognized and thanked good Samaritans La Verne Residents Mike Wilson and Nick Harvey - On June 4,2023, La Verne Fire Department responded to a report of a 17-year-old drowning victim in a residential pool. Crews were notified that two neighboring good Samaritans immediately rescued the victim from the bottom of the pool, and immediately initiated CPR. On arrival, La Verne Fire Department Firefighters and Paramedics located an unconscious victim with life threatening vital signs. However, due to the efforts of Mike Wilson and Nick Harvey, and their quick actions as good Samaritan rescuers, the victim had been revived enough for Paramedics to assume care and ensure survival. The victim was ultimately released from the hospital with zero permanent deficits, The City of La Verne and Fire Chief Chris Nigg are proud to recognize these two La Verne residents for their selfless, quick, and heroic actions.
Alex Avanesyan, District Representative from Senator Susan Rubio's Office also recognized and thanked good Samaritans La Verne Residents Mike Wilson and Nick Harvey with a certificate of recognition.
Mayor Hepburn, on behalf of the City Council, presented a Proclamation proclaiming the Month of July 2023, as "Parks Make Life Better" - The California Parks & Recreation Society has released a statewide public awareness campaign, "Parks Make Life Better:" to inform citizens of the many benefits of utilizing parks, facilities, programs, and services, and recognizing the importance of access to local parks, trails, open space, and facilities for the health, wellness, development, inspiration, and safety of all Californians.
Presentation to the Soroptimist International of San Dimas/La Verne - The Old Town La Verne Business lmprovement District Advisory Board will present a donation of $2,500 to the nonprofit group Soroptimist International of San Dimas/La Verne from the proceeds of the 2023 Sip of La Verne Wine Walk.
Mayor Hepburn, on behalf of the City Council, recognized and thanked the Old Town La Verne Business lmprovement District Advisory Board Representatives from the San Dimas/La Verne Soroptimist reported on their upcoming events and services.
George May, La Verne Library Manger, reported on the library's upcoming summer events. In addition, City Manager Domer announced that the Los Angeles County Library was selected as one of eight recipients of the 2023 National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the nation's highest honor given to museums and libraries that make significant and exceptional contributions to their communities.
Kathy Kalousek, Vice President of the La Verne Historical Society reported on the Society's participation in the Fourth of July event and on upcoming events.
Robin Carder, Fourth of July Committee member, reported on the Fourth of July event. She thanked all the City staff for their participation and for working on the Fourth of July event.
Council Member Crosby announced that his daughter Rilee is participating in the Junior PGA golf championships in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She is participating with 73 other female golfers, 18 and under, from all over the world.
City Council Minutes, Monday, July 17 , 2023, Page 4.
CONSENT CALENDAR
City Council Minutes
REGISTER OF AUDITED
DEMANDS
DECLARATION OF
INTENTION TO ANNEX
TERRITORY INTO
COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICT NO . 11.1 ,
(ANNEXATTON 23-1) OF THE
CITY OF LA VERNE - RESO
NO .23-44
Mayor Pro Tem Lau reported that Tri-City Mental Health Services meeting is on July 19, 2023. Residents can log'on to the Tri- City Health Services website for their calendar of events and services.
Mayor Hepburn announced that the La Verne Little League won their last game and is advancing toward the Little League World Series.
It was moved by Johnson, seconded by Lau, and unanimously carried, except Consent Calendar item on the Intention to Annex Territory into the Community Facilities District No. 11-01, Resolution No. 23-44. CouncilMemberJohnson did not vote on this item, and it was approved by a vote of 4-0.
City Council Minutes of the special closed session meeting of June 19,2023, and the regular meeting of June 19,2023.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes. Approved.
Reqisterof Audited Demands intheamountof $2,271,989.04,datedJune8,2023, in theamountof$739,559.58, datedJune 15,2023, intheamountof $1,483,069.87dated June 22, 2Q23, and in the amount of $71 5, 331 .27 dated June 29, 2023.
Recommendation: That the City Councill approve the Register of Audited Demands. Approved,
DECLARATION OF INTENTION TO ANNEX TERRITORY INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTR|CT NO. 11-1. (ANNE:XAT|ON 23-1) OF THE CtTy OF tAVERNE. RESO NO. 23-44-- Pursuant to the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 adoption of a resolution of intention is required to initiate the annexation process.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No, 2344, titled: A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LAVERNE, COUNTY OF LOS
ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ANNEX TERRITORY INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 11.1 OF THE CITY
OF LA VERNE AND TO AUTHORIZE THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES THEREIN TO FINANCE CERTAIN FIRE SERVICES and setting the public hearing forAugust 21,2023, at 6:30pm in the Council Chambers during the regular meeting of the City Council. Approved by a vote of th0. Gouncil Member Johnson did not vote on this item.
AWARD OF CONTMCT FOR AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR 2022.2023 CDBG SIDEWALK REPAIR 2022-2023 CDBG SIDEWALK PROJECT- RESO NO. 2345. This item sought City Council approval for the REPAIR PROJECT- RESO NO. sidewalk repairs within the area bounded by 8h Street, Bonita Avenue, D Street 23-45 and White Avenue. The planned improvements include demolition and replacement of lifted or damaged sidewalk, and construction of accessible curb ramps.
City Council Minutes, Monday, July 17,2023, Page 5.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
AGREEMENT - 2109 WHITE
AVENUE
JOINT TAX TRANSFER
RESOLUTION - CITY OF LA
VERNE REORGANIZATION
2019.04 - BASELINE ROAD
AN N EXAT| ON (8666-006-035)
RESOLUTION APPROVING
THE AUTHORIZATION OF AN
ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY
SERVICES SPECIALIST
POSIT|ON - RESO NO.23-48
ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT
FROM THE CALIFORNIA
HIGHWAY PATROL
FIDUCIARY AGENT
APPROVAL OF LA IMPACT
VENDOR AGREEMENT FOR
AIR SUPPORT
MAINTENANCE
Recommendation: That the City Council approve Resolution No. 23-45, titled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE. COUNTY
OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF
A PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACT WITH TVR CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING, LLC FOR THE2022.2023 CDBG SIDEWALK REPAIR PROJECT in the amount of $65,600, and authorize staff to issue change orders not exceeding 25% of the construction budget. Approved.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING AGREEMENT - 2109 WHITE AVENUE - An
"Agreement Creating Affordable Housing Covenants" for 2109 White Avenue, a 1 7-unit, multi-family residential project.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the "Agreement Creating Affordable Housing Covenants." Approved.
JOINT TAX TRANSFER RESOLUTION . CITY OF LA VERNE
REORGANIZATION 20{9.04 - BASELINE ROAD ANNEXATION (8666.006. $! - Joint Tax Transfer Resolution between Los Angeles County and the City of La Verne in relation to the recently proposed annexation on Baseline Road (APN#:
8666-006-035),
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Joint Tax Transfer Resolution, City of La Verne Reorganization 2019-04. Approved.
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AUTHORIZATION OF AN ADDITIONAL COMMUNfTY SERVICES SPECIALIST POSITION - RESO NO. 23-48 - This item sought City Council authorization for an additional Community Services Specialist position for the Community Services Department.
Recommendation: That City Council adopt the attached Resolution titled "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, COUNTY
OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE
AUTHORIZATION OF AN ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY SERVICES SPECIALIST POSITION.' Approved.
ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FROM THE CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL.
Notice of approval for grant funding from the California Highway Patrol for $220,153.92 for DUI enforcement, education, and training.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 23-49, titled: "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, COUNW OF LOS
ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT
FUNDS, THE EXECUTION OF A GRANT AGREEMENT, AND ANY
AMENDMENTS THERETO, FROM THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 STATE OF
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY PATROL CANNABIS TAX GMNT PROGRAM". Approved.
FIDUCIARY AGENT APPROVAL OF LA IMPACT VENDOR AGREEMENT FOR AIR SUPPORT MAINTENANCE - The City provides supportive services for Federal Asset Forfeiture activities to the Los Angeles Interagency Metropolitan Police Apprehension Crime Task Force (LA lmpact). LA lmpact's Air Support Unit requires maintenance, service, and repairs to continue the daily operations of the A-Star. Enforcement Aviation Services was chosen as the lowest bidderto provide aviation services not-to-exceed $125,000 annually for up to four years (one year with an optional three-year renewal).
City Council Minutes, Monday, July 17 , 2023, Page 6.
PUBLIC WORKS
DECLARATION OF SURPLUS
EQUIPMENT
DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS
FIRE DEPARTMENT SELF-
CONTAINED BREATHING
APPARATUS AND
EQUIPMENT
RESOLUTION NO.23.52
AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF A SIDE
LETTER AGREEMENT
AMENDING THE
MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN
THE CIry OF LA VERNE AND
THE LA VERNE CITY
EM PLOYEES' ASSOC IATI ON
RESOLUTION NO. 23.55
AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF A
MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN
THE CITY OF LA VERNE AND
THE LA VERNE POLICE
MIDDLE MANAGEMENT
ASSOCIATION -
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the agreement between Enforcement Aviation Services and LA lmpact for a not-to-exceed amount of $125,000 per year with an optional three-year renewal and adopt Resolution No. 23-50 titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA VERNE, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE AGREEMENT WITH ENFORCEMENT AVIATION
SERVICES." Approved.
PUBLIC WORKS DECLARATION OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT - Declaration of 11 vehicles due to age, condition, or no longer meeting operational requirements.
Once declared surplus, the equipment will be disposed of per Administrative Regulation No.606.
Recommendation: That the City Council declare the vehicles and equipment identified in Attachment 1 as surplus to the City's needs and direct staff to dispose of each asset per Administrative Regulation No. 606. Approved, DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS FIRE DEPARTMENT SELF.CONTAINED
BREATHING APPARATUS AND EQUIPMENT - The Fire Department recently replaced its entire cache of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), thereby rendering its previous cache of outdated SCBAs, surplus equipment. In addition, the department has recently replaced all handline nozzles and hydraulic rescue equipment, thus rendering replaced items as surplus as well.
Recommendation: lt is recommended that the City Council authorize the Fire Chief to declare various equipment no longer used as Surplus per Administrative Regulation (AR) 606. Approved.
RESOLUTION NO. 23.52 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A SIDE
LETTER AGREEMENT AMENDING THE MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF LA VERNE AND THE LA VERNE CITY EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION - The proposed side letter agreement to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the La Verne City Employees' Association (LVCEA) will allow double-time compensation for mandatory hours worked in recognition of employeesworking above and beyond traditional overtime hours to meet staffing needs.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve Resolution No. 23-52, titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF I.AVERNE, COUNTY
OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF I-A VERNE AND THE LA VERNE CITY EMPLOYEES'ASSOCIATION. Approved.
RESOLUTION NO. 23.55 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF LA VERNE AND THE LA VERNE POLICE MIDDLE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION - The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the La Verne Police Middle Management Association (LVPMMA) expired on June 30, 2023. Staff and association representatives have been meeting since the fall of 2022 on a successor agreement. Based on City Council direction and support of the terms discussed, a tentative agreement has been reached and staff is now seeking formal approval from City Council to finalize the MOU.
City Council Minutes, Monday, July 17 , 2023, Page 7.
PUBLIC HEARING
CONFIRMATION OF WEED
ABATEMENT CLEARANCE
CHARGES FOR FISCAL YEAR
2022-23
OTHER MATTERS
RESOLUTION SETTING CITY
COUNCIL MEETING TIMES
RESOLUTION NO. 23.53 AND
RESOLUTION NO.23-54
ESTABLISHING BENEFITS
FOR EXECUTIVE
MANAGEMENT, MIDDLE
MANAGEMENT,
PROFESSIONAL AND
CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES
AND REPEALING
RESOLUTION NO .20.81 AND
RESOLUTION NO .21.54
Recommendation:Adopt Resolution No. 23-55 titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF I.AVERNE, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF
CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A MEMOMNDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF I.A VERNE AND THE LA VERNE POLICE MIDDLE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION. Approved.
The Los Angeles County Department of Agriculture has prepared a report for City Council consideration of weed clearance costs for appropriate parcels within the City. Pursuantto law, a copy of the FiscalYear2022-23 Weed Clearance Charges was posted on the City's website.
Celine Chiew Deputy Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer, Weed Abatement Division who reported virtually, recommended that the City Council confirm the Weed Abatement Clearance Charges for FiscalYear 2022-23.
Mayor Hepburn opened the public hearing and called for public comment.
There was none.
It was moved by Johnson, seconded by Lau, unanimously carried by roll call vote to confirm the list of charges and to direct the County Auditor to enter the assessments against the parcels of land on the current assessment roll.
City Manager Domer reported on the Resolution setting City Council Meeting times. On June 5, 2023, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1119 providing that the City Council meeting time is to be established by Resolution. This item establishes that the City Council shall meet the first and third Monday of each month starting at 5:30 p.m.
Mayor Hepburn called for public comment.
Danita Beauchamp, La Verne resident stated she was concerned with the Council meeting at 5:30 p.m. for Closed Sessions or study sessions that it would limit the time they can meet since the regular City Council meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.
It was moved by Lau, seconded by Johnson, and unanimously carried by roll call vote to adopt Resolution No., 23 -55 titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING THE CITY COUNCIL'S MEETING SCHEDULE." Assistant City Manager Ranells reported on the Resolutions establishing benefits for Executive Management, Middle Management, Professional and Confidential Employees. He stated that based on direction provided by the City Council in closed session, Staff is updating the benefit resolution for unrepresented employees in the Executive Management and Middle Management groups.
Mayor Hepburn called for public comment.
There was none.
City Council Minutes, Monday, July 17 , 2023, Page 8.
RESOLUTION NO, 23.46 AND
NO.2347 ADOPTING A
SAI3RY CHART FOR FULL-
TIME AND PART-TIME
EMPLOYEES AND
REPEALING RESOLUTION
NO.2248 AND 23-11
PUBLIC COMMENT
It was moved by Lau, seconded by Johnson, and unanimously carried by roll call vote to adopt Resolution No, 23-53, titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF I.A VERNE, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE
OF CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING BENEFITS FOR EXECUTIVE
MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES (DEPARTMENT HEADS) AND REPEALING
RESOLUTION NO. 20-81" and adopt Resolution No. 23-54, titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF I.AVERNE. COUNTY
OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING BENEFITS FOR
MIDDLE MANAGEMENT, PROFESSIONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES AND REPEALING RESOLUTION 21-54.
Assistant City Manager Ranells reported on the Resolutions adopting salary charts for full-time and part-time employees, He stated that the resolutions and salary tables reflect adjustments in compensation resulting from increases agreed to in negotiations with the La Verne Firefighters'Association and the La Verne Police Middle Management Group. Similarly, Middle Management and Executive Management employees are also being adjusted as directed by the City Council. Hourly positions tied to full-time equivalent positions are being adjusted at this time as well.
Mayor Hepburn called for public comment.
There was none.
It was moved by Jonson, seconded by Lau, and unanimously carried by roll call vote to adopt Resolutions No. 23-46, titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE Clry COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IA VERNE. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES. STATE
OF CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING SALARY CHARTS FOR FULL-TIME
EMPLOYEES AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO.22-48"; and adopt Resolution No.23-47, titled:"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF
LAVERNE, COUNTY OF LOSANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
A SALARY CHART FOR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES AND REPEALING
RESOLUTTON NO.23-11."
This was the time set aside for anyone wishing to address the City Council on items not listed any other place on the agenda. (Below are only partial public comments, please visit the City's website to view the archived Council meeting).
Richard Bowen, La Verne resident, suggested that vacancies on the City Commissions or committees be listed on the agenda like Claremont does. He spoke about the recent robbery at Rodeo Jewelers and that the City should offer an award for the apprehension of the suspects.
Wayne Perry, La Verne resident, thanked the Council members who attended the 740 E. Foothill Blvd. San Dimas project. He suggested that the City should look into annexing county property into the City to avoid this type of problem in the future.
Gary Hunter, La Verne resident thanked the Public Works Department crew for the good job they did in cleaning up graffiti in his area.
Kathy Kalousek, La Verne resident, congratulated Tim Hepburn for his appointment as Mayor and Wendy Lau for her appointment as Mayor Pro Tem.
She stated that she was disappointed that Council Members Johnson and Kashifalghita voted no to the appointment of Council Member Lau as Mayor Pro Tem.
City Council Minutes, Monday, July 17 , 2023, Page 9.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Joe Galbadon, La Verne resident, asked about a hotline number or a Nixle service that residents can use to report problems in the City or to be informed of incidents of importance occurring in the City.
Pam Berry, La Verne resident, stated that the City should offer a reward for the apprehension of the suspects who robbed Rodeo Jewelry and she suggested that the Police Department changeup their patrol routes.
Yvonne Gallegos, La Verne resident, stated that residents can text Triple AAA fo sign up for Nixle Service.
Acting Police Chief Gonzales reported that the Police Department is working along with other cities on the robbery incident. The suspects allegedly hit businesses along the Foothill Corridor. Residents can help by reporting any suspicious activity.
Below are only partial City Council comments, please visit the City's website to view the archived City Council meeting.
Council Member Johnson recommended that staff investigate what other cities are paying their City Gouncil and for Staff to report back to the City Council with their findings.
Council Member Crosby reported on the Los Angeles County Library being selected as one of eight recipients of the 2023 National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the nation's highest honor given to museums and libraries that make significant and exceptional contributions to their communities, "Parks makes Life Better" Month and on the Fourth of July event. He congratulated his daughter Rilee for her participation in the Junior USGA Golf Championships in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He thanked the City Council Members who attended the 740 Foothill Blvd, San Dimas project, since he was unable to attend.
Council Member Kashifalghita welcomed and congratulated the newly hired police officers and thanked Acting Police Chief Gonzales for his report on the robbery incident.
Mayor Pro Tem Lau thanked the members of the Fourth of July Committee, the Police; Fire, Public Works and Community Services Department Staff, and the many volunteers for their participation and work in making the Fourth of July a success.
City Council Minutes, Monday, July 17 , 2023, Page 10.
Adjournment at 8:32 p.m.
Mayor Hepburn announced that the La Verne Canine Foundation is holding a Cornhole Tournament at the La Verne Brewing Company to raise funds. He reported that the City has cooling centers for residents who don't have air conditioning and that the information is on the Gity's website. He congratulated the Los Angeles County Library for their award. He spoke about the 740 E.
Foothill Blvd meeting. He thanked the City employee groups forworking with Staff on their agreements, He thanked Community Services Director Duran for the "Parks makes life Better" Proclamation. He also thanked the Public Works Department for their service to the community. He wished the La Verne Little League team good luck on their upcoming game and congratulated Rilee Crosby for her participation in the Junior USGA Golf Championships in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He reminded residents if they see something to call someone. He thanked the residents for their participation. He announced that the next City Council meeting is Monday, August 7 ,2023, at 5:30 p.m. (Regular meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.)
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Lupe Gaeta Estrella, CMC
Assistant City Clerk