December 1 CC Meeting Agenda
AGENDA - 12-01-25.PDF
December 1 Agenda Packet
CC PACKET - 120125.PDF
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COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tim Hepburn, Mayor
Wendy Lau, Council Member
Steven Frank Johnson, Council Member
Rick Crosby, Council Member
Meshal "Kash" Kashifalghita, Mayor Pro Tem
Monday, December 1, 2025
Regular Meeting & Closed Session at 6:30 PM
La Verne City Hall - Council Chambers,
3660 D Street, La Verne, CA 91750
In compliance with the American Disabilities Act, any person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation to participate in a meeting should contact the City Clerk’s Office at (909) 596-8726 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Regular Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month.
Individuals can email their comments to the City Clerk's Office at [email protected] up to noon on the day of the meeting. Those comments will be shared with City Council in advance of the City Council meeting and included as part of the permanent record. Please be advised that public comments submitted by emails or any other format to the City are public records that will be made available for public viewing.
Individuals who wish to share their comments with Council during the meeting may do so in a variety of ways:
• Attend the City Council Meeting in person and fill out a comment card or raise your hand to request to comment on the current agenda item(s).
• Participate via Zoom, by visiting www.LaVerneCA.gov/zoom where you will be automatically redirected to the meeting or call into the meeting via phone 1-669-900-6833 and enter ID 872 1860 7299 when prompted. Public comments via Zoom may be accepted for the agenda items listed within the Consent Calendar, Public Hearing and Discussion Calendar sections of the agenda. Zoom participants who violate decorum protocols will be called to order by the presiding officer and if a violation continues, will be muted by direction of the presiding officer. • Once items are considered by the City Council, no further public comment on that matter will be accepted. A time limit of 3-minutes is set for all public comments.
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.
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL Council Member Steven F. Johnson, Council Member Wendy Lau, Council Member Rick Crosby, Mayor Pro Tem Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, and Mayor Tim Hepburn.
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PRESENTATIONS
Bonita High School Chamber Singers Recognition - Bonita High School Chamber Singers are recognized for their dedication and for providing a wonderful musical performance at this year’s Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Assemblymember Harabedian Legislative Update - Assemblymember Harabedian will provide an update on legislative activities from the 2025 legislative session and discuss his priorities for the 2026 legislative session.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
(Any person who wishes to make a brief announcement of a future community event that is open to the public may do so at this time.)
CONSENT CALENDAR
(All items on the Consent Calendar are routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the Council or member of the audience requests separate discussion.)
1. City Council Minutes of the Closed Session and Regular meeting of November 17, 2025.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes.
2. Registers of Audited Demands in the amount of $2,262,662.87, dated 11/05/2025 and in the amount of $1,187,747.42, dated 11/12/25.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the demands.
3. Approving a Class Specification for Community Engagement Supervisor and Community Engagement Officer. Updates to the Community Services Officer and Community Services Supervisor classifications are being proposed. These updates involve title and job description changes only, with no changes to compensation or organizational structure.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Approve the attached class specification for Community Engagement Officer; and
2. Approve the attached class specification for Community Engagement Supervisor; and
3. Approve the formal replacement of the Community Services Officer classification with Community Engagement Officer; and
4. Approve the formal replacement of the Community Services Supervisor classification with Community Engagement Supervisor.
4. Resolution Authorizing the City Engineer to Exercise Discretionary Approval of Public Works and Improvement Project Designs. Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to exercise discretionary approval of designs for public works and public improvement projects.
This action will support the City’s ability to establish design immunity for eligible projects.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, DELEGATING AUTHORITY TO
EXERCISE DISCRETIONARY APPROVAL OF DESIGNS FOR PUBLIC WORKS AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS TO THE CITY ENGINEER OR DESIGNEE." AGENDA City Council 12/1/2025 Page 3
5. Mills Tract Well Pump Rehabilitation Purchase Order. In July 2025, Tri-County Pump Company completed a full tear down and inspection of the Mills Tract Well pump assembly and the evaluation showed extensive wear and deterioration throughout the bowl assembly, column pipe, tube and shaft, and motor components. The full replacement, including all required materials, shop labor, field installation, and start-up testing is $190,039.03 and exceeds the current Purchase Order, thereby requiring City Council approval.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Authorize the City Manager to issue a purchase order to Tri-County Pump Company, in the amount of $146,935.48, for pump replacement, repair, and installation services;and
2. Authorize the use of funding from CIP Project No. WT2504 (Mills Tract Well Rehabilitation), previously approved as part of the FY 2025–26 annual budget.
6. Resolution Designating Authorized Agents for California Office of Emergency Services Grants. The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) requires non-state agencies to update the Designation of Applicant's Agent Resolution for Non-State Agencies every three years. The attached Resolution designates the City Manager, Finance Director, and Public Works Director to act on behalf of the City of La Verne.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING CITY OFFICIALS
TO ACT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY FOR THE PURPOSE OF OBTAINING FEDERAL AND
STATE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR EMERGENCY AND DISASTER RELIEF, AND AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF REQUIRED RESOLUTION TO CAL OES."
PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
7. Direction for Developing a Local Electric Bicycle Ordinance. City Staff seeks City Council direction on whether to prepare a local ordinance regulating the operation of electric bicycles and other motorized mobility devices within the City of La Verne.
Recommendation: That the City Council discuss the issues outlined in this report and provide direction on whether Staff should prepare a draft electric bicycle ordinance for future consideration.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
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 and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. 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 later. Please email your public comment to the City Clerk's Office at [email protected]. Your public comment will be shared with the City Council and included as part of the permanent record. There is a 3-minute time limit on public comments.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND CONFERENCE/MEETING REPORTS
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concern. This is also the time for Council Members to report on conferences and/or meetings they have attended per Assembly Bill 1234.
CLOSED SESSION
Conference with Labor Negotiators, pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
Negotiators: City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and City Attorney.
Employee Organization(s): La Verne City Employees Association, La Verne Firefighters Association, La Verne Fire Middle Management Association, La Verne Police Officers Association, La Verne Police Middle Management Association, and all Unrepresented Employees.
ADJOURNMENT
THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL IS SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2025, at 5:30 P.M.
Posting Statement: A true copy of this Agenda was posted on November 25, 2025, on the bulletin board at La Verne City Hall, 3660 D Street, La Verne, and on the City’s website at www.LaVerneCA.gov.
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RESIDENT INFORMATION
UPCOMING EVENTS AND MEETINGS
Tuesday, December 2 - Development Review Committee Meeting, City Hall, 9:00 am
Saturday, December 6 - Brunch with Santa and Friends, Community Center, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Monday, December 8 - Senior Movie Matinee, Community Center, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Wednesday, December 10 - Planning Commission Meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
Saturday, December 13 - 26th Annual Winterwonderland, Heritage Park 9:00 am -1:00 pm, 5:30 pm
Saturday, December 13 - Old Town La Verne Holiday Stroll, Old Town La Verne, 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Monday, December 15 - City Council Meeting, City Hall, 5:30 pm
Saturday, December 20 - Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event - LA County, Brackett Field, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thursday, December 25 - Christmas Morning Event, Throughout La Verne, 7:00 am - 11:00 am
Table of Contents
City Council Agenda Packet, Monday, December 1, 2025
Agenda 1
Agenda Items
PRESENTATIONS (2)
Bonita High School Chamber Singers Recognition
Assemblymember Harabedian Legislative Update
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Council Minutes of the November 17, 2025 Closed Session and Regular meeting 6
2. Registers of Audited Demands 12
3. Approving a Class Specification for Community Engagement 19
4. RESO Authorizing the City Enginner to Exercise Discretionary Approval of Public Works & Improvement Project Designs 32
5. Mills Tract Well Pump Rehabilitation Purchase Order 36
6. RESO Designating Authorized Agents for California Office of Emergency Services Grants 40 PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
7. Direction for Developing a Local Electric Bicycle Ordinance 48
COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tim Hepburn, Mayor
Wendy Lau, Council Member
Steven Frank Johnson, Council Member
Rick Crosby, Council Member
Meshal "Kash" Kashifalghita, Mayor Pro Tem
Monday, December 1, 2025
Regular Meeting & Closed Session at 6:30 PM
La Verne City Hall - Council Chambers,
3660 D Street, La Verne, CA 91750
In compliance with the American Disabilities Act, any person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation to participate in a meeting should contact the City Clerk’s Office at (909) 596-8726 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Regular Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month.
Individuals can email their comments to the City Clerk's Office at [email protected] up to noon on the day of the meeting. Those comments will be shared with City Council in advance of the City Council meeting and included as part of the permanent record. Please be advised that public comments submitted by emails or any other format to the City are public records that will be made available for public viewing.
Individuals who wish to share their comments with Council during the meeting may do so in a variety of ways:
• Attend the City Council Meeting in person and fill out a comment card or raise your hand to request to comment on the current agenda item(s).
• Participate via Zoom, by visiting www.LaVerneCA.gov/zoom where you will be automatically redirected to the meeting or call into the meeting via phone 1-669-900-6833 and enter ID 872 1860 7299 when prompted. Public comments via Zoom may be accepted for the agenda items listed within the Consent Calendar, Public Hearing and Discussion Calendar sections of the agenda. Zoom participants who violate decorum protocols will be called to order by the presiding officer and if a violation continues, will be muted by direction of the presiding officer. • Once items are considered by the City Council, no further public comment on that matter will be accepted. A time limit of 3-minutes is set for all public comments.
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.
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL Council Member Steven F. Johnson, Council Member Wendy Lau, Council Member Rick Crosby, Mayor Pro Tem Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, and Mayor Tim Hepburn.
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PRESENTATIONS
Bonita High School Chamber Singers Recognition - Bonita High School Chamber Singers are recognized for their dedication and for providing a wonderful musical performance at this year’s Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Assemblymember Harabedian Legislative Update - Assemblymember Harabedian will provide an update on legislative activities from the 2025 legislative session and discuss his priorities for the 2026 legislative session.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
(Any person who wishes to make a brief announcement of a future community event that is open to the public may do so at this time.)
CONSENT CALENDAR
(All items on the Consent Calendar are routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the Council or member of the audience requests separate discussion.)
1. City Council Minutes of the Closed Session and Regular meeting of November 17, 2025.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes.
2. Registers of Audited Demands in the amount of $2,262,662.87, dated 11/05/2025 and in the amount of $1,187,747.42, dated 11/12/25.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the demands.
3. Approving a Class Specification for Community Engagement Supervisor and Community Engagement Officer. Updates to the Community Services Officer and Community Services Supervisor classifications are being proposed. These updates involve title and job description changes only, with no changes to compensation or organizational structure.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Approve the attached class specification for Community Engagement Officer; and
2. Approve the attached class specification for Community Engagement Supervisor; and
3. Approve the formal replacement of the Community Services Officer classification with Community Engagement Officer; and
4. Approve the formal replacement of the Community Services Supervisor classification with Community Engagement Supervisor.
4. Resolution Authorizing the City Engineer to Exercise Discretionary Approval of Public Works and Improvement Project Designs. Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to exercise discretionary approval of designs for public works and public improvement projects.
This action will support the City’s ability to establish design immunity for eligible projects.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, DELEGATING AUTHORITY TO
EXERCISE DISCRETIONARY APPROVAL OF DESIGNS FOR PUBLIC WORKS AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS TO THE CITY ENGINEER OR DESIGNEE."
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5. Mills Tract Well Pump Rehabilitation Purchase Order. In July 2025, Tri-County Pump Company completed a full tear down and inspection of the Mills Tract Well pump assembly and the evaluation showed extensive wear and deterioration throughout the bowl assembly, column pipe, tube and shaft, and motor components. The full replacement, including all required materials, shop labor, field installation, and start-up testing is $190,039.03 and exceeds the current Purchase Order, thereby requiring City Council approval.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Authorize the City Manager to issue a purchase order to Tri-County Pump Company, in the amount of $146,935.48, for pump replacement, repair, and installation services;and
2. Authorize the use of funding from CIP Project No. WT2504 (Mills Tract Well Rehabilitation), previously approved as part of the FY 2025–26 annual budget.
6. Resolution Designating Authorized Agents for California Office of Emergency Services Grants. The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) requires non-state agencies to update the Designation of Applicant's Agent Resolution for Non-State Agencies every three years. The attached Resolution designates the City Manager, Finance Director, and Public Works Director to act on behalf of the City of La Verne.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING CITY OFFICIALS
TO ACT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY FOR THE PURPOSE OF OBTAINING FEDERAL AND
STATE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR EMERGENCY AND DISASTER RELIEF, AND AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF REQUIRED RESOLUTION TO CAL OES."
PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
7. Direction for Developing a Local Electric Bicycle Ordinance. City Staff seeks City Council direction on whether to prepare a local ordinance regulating the operation of electric bicycles and other motorized mobility devices within the City of La Verne.
Recommendation: That the City Council discuss the issues outlined in this report and provide direction on whether Staff should prepare a draft electric bicycle ordinance for future consideration.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
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 and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. 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 later. Please email your public comment to the City Clerk's Office at [email protected]. Your public comment will be shared with the City Council and included as part of the permanent record. 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
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concern. This is also the time for Council Members to report on conferences and/or meetings they have attended per Assembly Bill 1234.
CLOSED SESSION
Conference with Labor Negotiators, pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
Negotiators: City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and City Attorney.
Employee Organization(s): La Verne City Employees Association, La Verne Firefighters Association, La Verne Fire Middle Management Association, La Verne Police Officers Association, La Verne Police Middle Management Association, and all Unrepresented Employees.
ADJOURNMENT
THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL IS SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2025, at 5:30 P.M.
Posting Statement: A true copy of this Agenda was posted on November 25, 2025, on the bulletin board at La Verne City Hall, 3660 D Street, La Verne, and on the City’s website at www.LaVerneCA.gov.
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RESIDENT INFORMATION
UPCOMING EVENTS AND MEETINGS
Tuesday, December 2 - Development Review Committee Meeting, City Hall, 9:00 am
Saturday, December 6 - Brunch with Santa and Friends, Community Center, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Monday, December 8 - Senior Movie Matinee, Community Center, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Wednesday, December 10 - Planning Commission Meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
Saturday, December 13 - 26th Annual Winterwonderland, Heritage Park 9:00 am -1:00 pm, 5:30 pm
Saturday, December 13 - Old Town La Verne Holiday Stroll, Old Town La Verne, 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Monday, December 15 - City Council Meeting, City Hall, 5:30 pm
Saturday, December 20 - Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event - LA County, Brackett Field, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thursday, December 25 - Christmas Morning Event, Throughout La Verne, 7:00 am - 11:00 am
MINUTES OF THE CLOSED SESSION & REGULAR
MEETING OF NOVEMBER 17, 2025
ACTION MINUTES
“SEE ITALICS”
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA - 5:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER - meeting was called to order at 5:30 PM.
ROLL CALL Council Member Steven F. Johnson, Council Member Wendy Lau, Council Member Rick Crosby, Mayor Pro Tem Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, and Mayor Tim Hepburn.
Council Members Present: Crosby, Johnson, Lau, Kashifalghita, and Hepburn.
Council Members Absent: None
Advisory Staff Present: City Manager Domer, City Attorney Hall Barlow, and Assistant City Manager Ranells.
CLOSED SESSION TOPIC
City Attorney Hall Barlow read the closed session items for the record. It is anticipated there will be no report out.
Conference with Labor Negotiators, pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6:
Negotiators: City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and City Attorney.
Employee Organization(s): La Verne City Employees Association, La Verne Firefighters Association, La Verne Fire Middle Management Association, La Verne Police Officers Association, La Verne Police Middle Management Association, and all Unrepresented Employees.
The City Council recessed at 5:31 PM.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 6:30 PM - meeting called to order at 6:32 PM.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - STAR SCOUT LIAM HICKAM
Mayor Pro Tem Kashifalghita, on behalf of the Council, presented Star Scout Liam Hickam with a Pride of La Verne certificate and thanked him for his service to our community.
ROLL CALL Council Member Steven F. Johnson, Council Member Wendy Lau, Council Member Rick Crosby, Mayor Pro Tem Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, and Mayor Tim Hepburn.
Council Members Present: Crosby, Johnson, Lau, Kashifalghita, and Hepburn.
Council Members Absent: None
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Advisory Staff Present: City Manager Domer, City Attorney Hall Barlow, and Assistant City Manager Ranells.
PRESENTATIONS
Native American Heritage Month Proclamation - November is a month-long observance celebrating the rich traditions, histories, and contributions of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian and affiliated Island Communities.
Council presented the Native American Heritage Month Proclamation to long term La Verne residents, Rene and Michael Oliva, two members of the Carmel River Valley Rumsen Tribe.
Council then heard the history of the tribe, their size, mission and goals.
City Financial Investment Update - A presentation by Shuster Advisory Group, LLC, the City’s investment advisor, on the City’s investment portfolio and related financial consulting services.
Finance Director Lopez, with Mark Schuster and Michael Gonzalez, representatives from Shuster Advisory Group LLC updated the Council on the City’s investment portfolio and finances.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
(Any person who wishes to make a brief announcement of a future community event that is open to the public may do so at this time.)
Announcements received from: Mayor Hepburn regarding the Veterans Day Observance on November 11th, Josh Goldman, Chamber of Commerce Board Chair, and Adrian Romero, LV Library Manager,
CONSENT CALENDAR
(All items on the Consent Calendar are routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the Council or member of the audience requests separate discussion.)
After confirming that no items were pulled by Council nor the Public, it was moved by Crosby, seconded by Lau, and approved 5-0.
1. City Council Minutes of the Closed Session & Regular meeting of November 3, 2025.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes. Approved
2. Register of Audited Demands in the amount of $976,830.68, dated10/29/25.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the demands. Approved
3. Christmas Morning Parade Route Designation and Authorization of Paid Stipend Incentive For Employee Participation. Since 1925, the Christmas Morning event has been held in which Santa is driven through the streets of La Verne accompanied by emergency vehicles signalizing a time for neighbors to share the tidings of the season together. To facilitate the event this year, the City Council is asked to approve designating all streets as a parade
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route and authorize a paid stipend for full and part-time participating City staff in order to facilitate the event.
Recommendation: That the City Council designate the streets in the City of La Verne as a parade route on Thursday, December 25, 2025, from 7 AM through 2 PM to complete the Christmas Morning Parade program and authorize the provision of a stipend for volunteers to participating full and part-time City staff. Approved
4. 2026 Legislative Platform. The City of La Verne's Legislative Platform serves as a strategic framework for advocacy efforts, ensuring the City can respond effectively to legislation and communicate its priorities to policymakers. Upon approval, the 2026 Legislative Platform will take effect immediately, providing a clear road map for advocacy in the year ahead.
Recommendation: That the City Council approved the Legislative Platform for the 2026 legislative session. Approved
5. Award of Contract for the Citywide Signing & Striping, and Traffic Signal Backplate Improvement Project. This action will award a construction contract to Superior Pavement Markings in the amount of $365,483.00 for CIP No. MI2402 – Citywide Signing & Striping, and Traffic Signal Backplate Improvement Project. Project Funding is provided through a combination of Gas Tax Funds (Fund 206) and Right-of-Way Funds (Fund 406) and will support miscellaneous traffic signage and striping improvements, school zone crosswalk enhancements, and traffic signal restoration at various locations throughout the City.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Reject the bids submitted by Select Electric Inc. and California Professional Engineering, Inc. as non-responsive bids;
2. Award a public works construction contract to Superior Pavement Markings the lowest, responsive and responsible bidder, in the amount of $365,483.00 for the Citywide Signing & Striping Project, and Traffic Signal Backplate Improvement Project; and
3. Authorize staff to issue change orders not exceeding 10% of the construction budget for a total possible construction contract cost of $402,031.30; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to issue a purchase order to RKA Consulting Group in the amount of $45,000 for Professional Engineering and Construction Management/Inspection Services related to the project; and
5. Approve the “Citywide Signing & Striping Design Plans,” prepared by RKA Consulting Group, making the findings required under Government Code §830.6, and authorizing the City Engineer to issue clarifying revisions and field adjustments that do not materially alter the approved design intent.
All recommendations as noted above were approved.
6. 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 Regarding Upcoming Holiday Closures. The proposed side letter agreement to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the La Verne City Employees’ Association (LVCEA) will formalize City Council direction to close non-emergency public facilities in conjunction with the upcoming holiday season of Christmas and New Year’s.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
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1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Side Letter Agreement amending the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of La Verne and the La Verne City Employees’ Association; and
2. Authorize the Closure of City Hall to the public on December 24, December 25, December 29, December 30, December 31, 2025, as well as January 1, 2026; and
3. Authorize the Closure of the Police Department Records Division to the public on December 24, December 25, December 26, and December 31, 2025, as well as January 1, and January 2, 2026.
All recommendations as noted above were approved.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
7. Public Hearing, Making CEQA Exemption Determinations, and Approving Updates and Annual Cost Increases to Various Development Impact Fees. The City of La Verne completed a comprehensive Development Impact Fee (DIF) Nexus Study to evaluate facilities, equipment, and capital improvements necessary to maintain high-quality municipal services as new development occurs in the coming decades. The study establishes legally defensible fees that ensure new development contributes proportionately to the cost of public facilities. Staff recommends adoption of the proposed fees and Nexus Study to modernize La Verne’s impact fees, most of which have not been updated for many years.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing on the proposed Development Impact Fee update; and
2. Find that the actions proposed herein are statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15378 (b) (4), 15061 (b) (3), and 15273 (Rates, Tolls, Fares, and Charges); and
3. Adopt a resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, UPDATING THE DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES AND AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26; and
4. Approve annual adjustments tied to the California Construction Cost Index (CCCI) to account for inflation in construction and acquisition costs.
Mayor Hepburn opened the Public Hearing and requested the staff member presenting this item to come forward. City Manager Domer reported on this item.
City Manager Domer gave a brief overview, then introduced the Representatives from David Taussig and Associates, Richard Ruiz, and his Associate Leni Zarate, who were present over the Zoom connection, to go through the presentation.
Public Comments received: None
Council Comments/Discussion: After a lengthy in-depth discussion, Council decided to move forward with the maximum allowable fees as set forth in the study provided.
It was moved by Hepburn, seconded by Crosby, and approved 5-0.
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8. Amending the Comprehensive Fee Schedule and Incidental Outdoor Sidewalk Policy.
That the City Council adopt a resolution amending the City’s Comprehensive Fee Schedule to include revised outdoor dining and display permit fees. These adjustments are proposed in response to feedback from Old Town businesses and require City Council approval to implement.
Recommendation: That the City Council conduct a public hearing and adopt a resolution amending the City’s Comprehensive Fee Schedule to include revised outdoor dining and display permit fees and approve modifications to the Incidental Outdoor Sidewalk Policy to align with the updated fee structure.
Mayor Hepburn opened the Public Hearing and requested City Manager Domer call forward the staff member reporting. City Manager Domer called Community Development Department Assistant Planner Valerie Chin forward.
Assistant Planner Chin reported on this item.
Public Comments: None
Council Comments/Discussion: After Council discussion, Council agreed to move forward with the new policy.
It was moved by Lau, seconded by Kashifalghita, and approved 5-0.
DISCUSSION CALENDAR - NONE
PUBLIC COMMENTS
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 and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. 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 later. Please email your public comment to the City Clerk's Office at [email protected]. Your public comment will be shared with the City Council and included as part of the permanent record. There is a 3-minute time limit on public comments.
Public Comment received from: Adam Nikowitz
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.
City Manager Domer provided information regarding the issue with the timing on the signals along Arrow Highway. Metro Rail Operations is responsible for the timing issues with the rail line; the contact information is 1-800-396-2166.
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Council Member Lau gave a shout out to the Historical Society for the Home Tour and Vintage Sale on November 8th,as well as the beautiful speech the VFW Commander gave at the Veterans Day ceremony, reminding all of the needs for housing, mental health services, finding jobs, going to school, etc. Attended the LV Brewing Company One Year Anniversary Ribbon Cutting, Tri City Mental Health will be having a meeting this Wednesday at 5:00 PM. The YFAC Meeting has been cancelled, and the ULV Women’s Volleyball Teams had a fantastic season and will be going to the NCAA First Round D3 Championship games in Baltimore. Since Thanksgiving is coming, in this season of abundance please think about those who may have less and how you can be helpful, and kind to them.
Mayor Pro Tem Kashifalghita, Bonita High School Water Polo Team won the Division 3 CIF Championship, Damien High School Boys got to Division 2, this was quite an accomplishment, State Championships are next week. Congratulations to all the Teams! Happy Thanksgiving to all!
Council Member Crosby thanked Don Kendrick, Robin Carder, and the Diehl Family for spearheading the efforts regarding the Veterans Memorial Bronze statues, and including the Animal Warrior, so appreciate them and all our Veterans.
Council Member Johnson thanked Sherry Best of the Historical Society, for the Home Tour, it was nice to go through the Humes Home and see everything they’ve done to improve their home.
Mayor Hepburn wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and thanked all the staff members that will be doing the Christmas morning Santa celebration. Shout out to Dan Hardin, Don Kendrick, Robin Carder regarding the Veterans Memorial. Prayers to Dan Hardin as he’s dealing with a serious illness, Dan has been instrumental in anything to do with Memorial Day and Veterans Day for many, many years taking care of our Veterans and making sure they have everything they need.
Thank you to Parks and Recreation for doing a great job facilitating this event. This time of year many food banks and food pantries are running low on supplies, you can go to the House of Ruth website to make a donation or drop off food or other items. Be safe, enjoy your family and reach out to those you haven’t seen, it’s very important this time of year, make a phone call!
ADJOURNMENT - meeting was adjourned at 8:08 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Debra Fritz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk
Agenda Packet - December 1, 2025
CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS
nt5t2025
FY 202s-2026
DEMANDS PRESENTED HAVE BEEN APPROVED CONSISTENT WITH THE CITY'S PURCHASING/IUNDING POLICY AND HAVE BEEN REVTEWED BY THE DIRECTOR FOR ACCURACY AND PROPER APPROVAL.
SUMMARY OF DEMANDS
LARGEST IO CITY DEMAND PAYMENTS OTHER THAN PAYROLL AND RELATED BENEFITS, AMOUNT
l.
2. 3.
4. 5.
6. 7.
8. 9.
10. 50 1.45 1.80
7t.349.26
56,779.70
44,256.s4
2t,452.60
20,639,00
l 6,058.75
9,029.39
7,083.04
6.ss2.26
84,792.68
ISSUED TO
PAVEMENT REHAB COMPANY
STRATEGIC CONTRACTING SERVICES
CPAC, INC,
NATIONAL BUSINESS FURNITURE, LLC.
SIERRA PACIFIC ELEC. CONTRACTING
WEST COAST ARBOzuSTS, INC.
BLACK & VEATCH CORPORATION
RKA CONSULTING GROUP
ECONOLITE SYSTEMS, INC.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
OTHER DEMANDS
FTFS'PIPTI.)N
PAYROLL 09/l 4 t2025- 09 t27 t2025 (LA. CLEAR)
MICROSOFT OFFICE 365 RENEWAL 10n6t2025-10^5t2026
NEW FURNITURE. POLICE DEPT PARTIAL PAYMENT ON PO #34790 REPLACEMENT STREET LIGHTS PARTI,AL PAYMENT PO #37823
TREE MAINTENANCE AND TREE REMOVAL SERVICE IOIOII2O25TO IOII5I2O25 SERVICE TFIRU 9/30/2025 LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION
AUGUST SERVICES VARIOUS LOCATIONS
SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SERVICES
QUARTELY ruLY.SEPTEMBER 2025 SIGNAL AND LIGHTING SERVICES $ 839,445.02
DEMANDS OF $3,838. 15 WERE PAID ON BEHALF OF LAIMPACT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCE OPERATIONS.
DEMANDS OF $ I.4I9,379.15 WERE PAID FOR PAYROLL AND EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RELATED ITEMS.
IN ACCORDANCE WITH GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 37202, I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A TRUE AND ACCURATE REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS.
CHzuSTY
FINANCE DIRECTOR
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CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A
CHECK NO. AMOUNT
FY 2025-2026
fi/5/2025
ISSUED TO
175254
17s255
175256
175257
17s258
17s259
t7 5260
175261
175262
l7 5263
175264
17526s
t75266
l7 5267
175268
175269
175270
17 527 I
175272
17 5273
175274
175275
17 5276
175277
175278
175279
175280
175281
175282
175283
175284
175285
175286
175287
r 75288
175289
175290
175291
175292
175293
l7 5294
t75295
175296
175297
175298
175299
1 75300
I 7530 r
I 75303
175304
I 75305
1 75306
175307
I 75308
I 7s309
175310
175311
175312
3,545,00
100.00
630. I 1
697.39
27.03 300.00
380.00
14.26 56,779.70
6,552.26
182.97
49.35 7,083.04
100.00
75.00 364. I 8
34t.33
2,600.00
496.00
366.34
81 .00
75.00 2,574.30
85.00 3 8.55
246.12
350.00
500.00
159.86
160.00
237.00
r 00.06
238.95
753.13
20.00 100.00
3,367.44
44,256.54
792.34
680,75
s01,45 r .80
357.00
2,900.00
1,040.00
218.37
21,452.60
90.81 2,686.12
1,365.40
8 10.3 r
388. I I
278.66
89.07 785.5 1
157.92
466.01
3,012.00
360.00
ACWA
ANDRIA LEDESMA
BLUE.WHITE INDUSTRIES
BROWNELLS,INC.
C&ELUMBERCOMPANY
CHAT'NCEY, STEVE
RETIRED SENIOR VOLLNTEER PATROL
COLLEY FORD
CPAC,INC.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DETAILER'S CHOICE, TNC.
EAGLE ENGRAVING,INC.
ECONOLITE SYSTEMS, INC.
EzuC STROM
ERICKA DURAN
FACTORY MOTOR PARTS
FIRE APPARATUS SOLUTIONS
FRANCISCO JAUREGUI
FRESHMOBILECA LLC
FRONTIER COMMTINICATIONS
GAIL BALANDRAN
GEHL ELECTRIC,INC.
HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES
HOMETOWN RENTALS
INMARK
LA VERNE POLICE DEPARTMENT
KRIS LANTAI
LAURA GUZMAN
LINE GEAR
LISA BERNSTINE
LISA BERNSTINE
LLAMAS, JAVIER
LOWE'S
MALLORY SAFETY AND SUPPLY LLC
MARLENE MORGAN
MARY ANN CHL]NG
MASON, GARY
NATIONAL BUSINESS FURNITURE, LLC.
ORTEGA, JOHN
PARKHOUSE TIRE,INC.
PAVEMENT REHAB COMPANY
PERMECO
POSTMASTER SAN DIMAS
PREMIER FAMILY MEDICINE ASSOCIATES
CONNECTA SATELLITE SOLUTIONS LLC
SIERRA PACIFIC ELEC. CONTRACTING
SMART & FINAL IRIS CO.
SO CAL GAS CO
STAPLES
SUPPLY SOLUTIONS
T.MOBILE
TURF STAR,INC.
VERIZON WIRELESS
VISTA PAINT CORPORATION
WALTERS WHOLESALE ELECTNC CO.
WEX BANK
CAMALI CORP.
TANYA CARTER
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CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS . EXHIBIT A
CHECK NO. AMOUNT
FY 2025-2026
1U5t2025
ISSUED TO
175313
175314
t75315
175316
175317
175318
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
BANK DRAWN
209.50
2,643.15
280.00
1,440.00
246.94
5,2t0.97
2,578.59
1,400.00
16,0s8.7s
261 .00
1,117 .20
905.75
5,610.00
29.7s
406.38
r,968.64
2,989.28
322.76
274.33
1,339.14
1,375.00
9,029.39
6,344.49
3 10.00
280.00
1,215.50
600.00
3,092.36
t 32.00
30.64 9s8.55
20,639.00
3,249.14
71,349.26
2,137.87
JESSICA GALINDO
MASERGY CLOUD COMMLINICATIONS, INC
PAUL RAMIREZ
PUBLIC IMPACT ADVISORS LLC
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TROPHY COMPANY
VEzuZON WIRELESS
ALL STAR FIRE EQUIPMENT TNC.
ARAGON, RICHARD
BLACK & VEATCH CORPORATION
CARDER, ROBIN
CID CLYDE T. BERMEO
COLLEGIATE PRESS
DENNIS GRUBB & ASSOCIATES
DURAN, YVONNE
GRAINGER
HASA,INC.
HDL COREN & CONE
HIRSCH PIPE AND SUPPLY
LA VERNE POWEREQUIPMENT INC.
LIFE-ASSIST, INC.
POMONA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHOzuTY
RKA CONSULTING GROUP
SALT WORKS,INC.
SEAL BEACH COLTNSELING INC.
SPRAGUE PEST SOLUTIONS
TELEFLEX LLC
THE COLTNSELING TEAM INTERNATIONAL
U.S. POSTMASTER
UNDERGROLIND SERVICE ALERT OF SO CAL
UNIVERSAL FLEET SUPPLY
WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLY
WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC.
WESTERN WATERWORKS
STRATEGIC CONTRACTING SERVICES
CINTAS
839,445.02
t,419,379.70
3,838. I 5
Total Payroll and Employee Benefit Payments
Total LAIMPACT Demands
Total Demands 2,262,662.87
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CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS . EXHIBIT A
CHECK NO. AMOUNT
FY 2025-2026
IU5l202s
ISSUED TO
Payroll and Benefit Payments:
175323
175324
l7 5325
175326
175327
175328
175329
I 75330
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
Total
2,708.08
12,878.32
612.00
150.00
9,985.7s
143,2 t 3.98
109,743.82
1,837.9'l
4.00 709,622.55
151,929.91
52,192.47
r 78,638.70
26,383.64
8,861 .55
571.46
3,395.60
2,336.38
3,463.52
750.00
100.00
DELTA DENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY
DELTA DENTAL(002078s 5 ss)
CITY OF LAVERNE EMPLOYEE FUND
FIDELITY INVESTMENTS #P0754
THE HARTFORD-PRIOzuTY ACCOUNTS
HEALTH NET
KAISER FOLTNDATION HEALTH PLAN
METLIFE - GROUP BENEFITS
LTNITED WAY CAMPAIGN
PAYROLL
UNITED STATES TREASURY
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
EMPOWER TRUST COMPANY, LLC-457
EMPOWER TRUST COMPANY, LLC-ROTH
STATE DISBURSEMENT BDOOO5689
LA VERNE FIRE ASSOCIATION
LA VERNE POLICE OFFICERS ASSOC.
CHARLES SCHWAB BANK
MISSION SQUARE
WAGEWORKS.ADM FEE
1,419,379.70
Break down of standard providers and the benefits they provide Provider Benefits Description
A.C. Newman Co.
Delta Dental
The Hartford
Health Net
Kaiser
Wage Works
US Treasury
State of Califomia
Mass Mutual A
Mass Mutual B
Mass Mutual Roth
Lincoln National
Fire/Police/La Veme Employee Fund
Accidental Death Life Insurance
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 supporUgamishments 40lA plan
4578 plan
Roth plan
Replacement Social Security plan
Employee Group Dues
LAIMPACT Law Enforcement Task Force Demands
175319
175320
175321
175322
MULTIPLE
839.s3
200.12
2,500.00
298.50
CBE LOS ANGELES
T-MOBILE
TOWNSEND PUBLIC AFFAIRS, INC
TRANSLTNION RISK & ALTERNATIVE DATA
Total 3,838.15
LAIMPACT demands are paid from federal asset forfeiture dollars allocated to LAIMPACT crime prevention activities. These funds are not City funds and fie notavailable for City use outside of LAIMpACT activities.
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DEMANDS PRESENTED HAVE BEEN APPROVED CONSISTENT WITH THE CITY'S PURCHASING/FI.JNDINC POLICY AND HAVE BEEN REVIEWED BY THE DIRECTOR FOR ACCURACY AND PROPER APPROVAL.
CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS
tUt2/2025
FY 25-26
SUMMARY OF DEMANDS
LARCEST IO CITY DEMAND PAYMENTS OTHER THAN PAYROLL AND RELATED BENEFITS,
AMOUNT ISSUED TO
THREE VALLEYS MLINICIPAL WATER DIST
MERRIMAC ENERCY GROUP
HPS WEST, INC,
STRATEGIC CONTRACTINC SER!1CES
DAVID WILSON'S VILLA FORD
FONTANA CHRYSLER DODGE RAM JEEP
BADAWI & ASSOCIATES
IWORQ SYSTEMS, INC.
ATHENS SERVICES
ROTOLO CHEVROLET, INC,
OTHER DEMANDS
$ 1.160,235.97
DEMANDS OF 527,5I I,45 WERE PAID ON BEHALF OF LA IMPACT 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 AUDTTED DEMANDS.
CHzuSTY
FINANCE DTRECTOR
l.
2. 3.
4. 5.
6. 7.
E.
9. 10,
665.809.45
86,70'1.96
14.405.rr
57,187.38
55.01 1.94
44,549.93
2E,563.15
27.084.00
14.027.7'7
13,647.99
93,240.69
NFS'PIPTIAN
WATER USACE SEPTEMBER 2025
CITY REGULAR TJNLEADED FUEL AND DIESEL PURCHASE
METER CYCLE 2 ROUTE.l2 AMR CONVERSION
PAYROLL PERIOD t0/ t2t2025-t0t25/2025 (L.A. CLEAR)
NEW FORD 2025 FI5O PICKUP
NEW DODOE DURANGO GT 2026
PROGRESS BILLING 4570 PAYMENT 2025 AUDIT
RENEWAL PKG PWiPERMTT/ASSET/CODE ENF/FACILITY MGMT NOVEMBER 2025 TO OCTOBER 2026
STREET SWEEPING CITY WIDE
ENGINE REPLACEMENT FOR BATALLION CHIEF RELIEF \EHICLE
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CITY OF LA VERNE FY 25.26
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A
CHECK NO. AMOUNT ISSUED TO
1Ut2l25
r 7533 r
175332
t7 5333
17 5334
t7 5335
17 5336
175337
r 75338
175339
175340
t7 534t
t7 5342
175343
t7 5344
17 5345
175346
175347
t7 5348
t7 5349
I 75350
I 7535 r
175352
175353
\75354
I 75355
175356
175357
l 75358
I 75359
I 7s360
175361
175362
t7 5363
t7 5364
I 75365
t75366
175367
I 75368
175369
t7 5370
l7 537 1
t7 5372
175373
175374
175376
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
r , r 70.82
234.00
8s,60
14,027.77
938.98
r ,I 52,89
522.67
100.00
55,01 I .94
68.36 44,549.93
204.00
584.01
1,03 I .79
850.00
7 4,405.11
I 18,58
27,084.00
2s0.00
821 .60
33.80 45.36
365.52
9s0.00
87.00 r 50.00
4,876.41
13,647.99
15.33 885.50
1 r 1.96
1,798.48
2,579.77
303.00
r,3 t 8.28
r 46.50
146.50
275.00
I 81 .47
825.12
7,720.00
185.67
186.00
217.21
425.00
140.00
2,558.07
373.32
8,477.36
28,563.75
275.00
7,542.69
5,183.00
795.00
548.80
126.00
ADAMSON POLICE PRODUCTS
ALLIANCE LAUNDRY SYST. DISTRIBUTION
ASAP PLUMBING HEATING AND AIR COND
ATHENS SERVICES
CHARTER COMMI.INICATIONS
CITY OF POMONA
CPAC,INC.
DAVID MORALES
DAVID WILSON'S VILLA FORD
EVERSOFT
FONTANA CHRYSLER DODGE RAM JEEP
GUADALUPE DIAZ
HOLLIDAY ROCK CO.
HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES
HOT WIRE ELECTRIC
HPS WEST,INC.
INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY DEPT.
IWORQ SYSTEMS,INC.
JESSENIA LAM
KOSMONT FINANCIAL SERVICES
LA VERNE MANAGEMENT LLC
LA VERNE PETTY CASH
MCFADDEN-DALE INDUSTRIAL HARDWARE
MCLAY SERVICES,INC.
MICHELLE MENDEZ
NATALIE STREMEL
RINGCENTRAL INC.
ROTOLO CHEVROLET, INC.
SO CAL GAS CO
SOUTHERN CALIF. REG. RAIL AUTH.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON
SUPERCO SPECIALTY PRODUCTS
TPX COMMUNICATIONS
TRANSUNION RISK & ALTERNATIVE DATA
WELLS FARGO VENDOR FINANCIAL SVCS
AUDREY HALIM
AVEDIS CHRIS MOSKOVIAN
CORNERSTONE POLYGRAPH
JANE CHUNG
SAMANTHA KENNEDY
KP RESEARCH SERVICES, INC.
ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, LLC
CHRISTOPHER PAUL PERNEVI
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TROPHY COMPANY
TOWERSTREAM CORPORATION
ALL PURPOSE DOCUMENT DESTRUCTION
ALL STAR FIRE EQUIPMENT INC
AM-TEC TOTAL SECURITY INC
BABCOCK LABORATORIES INC
BADAWI & ASSOCIATES
BEE REMOVERS
BREENTAG PACIFIC INC
ENVIRONMENT CONTROL PUENTE HILLS
FOOTHILL COMMUNICATIONS TNC
GIRON, ANTHONY
GRANADOS, EVELYN
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REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A
CHECK NO. AMOLINT ]SSUED TO
tllt2l25
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
1,823.08
2,846.12
196.09
9,600.00
3,564.20
52.46 866.08
86,707.96
4,233.29
98.00 5,125.95
691.78
340.66
665,809.4s
374.08
4,350.73
703.0 r
393.75
HAAKER EQUIPMENT CO
HACH COMPANY
HIRSCH PIPE AND SUPPLY
INSIGHT ANALYTICS LLC
JEFF JENKINSSERVICE TECHNICIAN
KRONOS INCORPORATED
LA VERNBE POWER EQUIPMENT
MERRIMAC ENERGY GROUP
MLINISERVICES
RADC,INC.
RAFTELIS FINANCIAL CONSULTANTS INC
SOUTHLAND MECHANICAL INC
SUN BADGE CO.
THREE VALLEYS MUNICIPAL WATERDIST
ULINE
WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLY
WESTERN WATER WORKS
MICHAEL W. TYNES
STRATEGIC CONTRACTING SERVICES57 187.38
|,160,235.97
27,511.45
Total Demand 1,187,747.42
LAIMPACT Law Enforcement Task Force Demands
5,635.13
80.00 453.39
2,3s0.00
390.00
t4,367 .7 t
4,235.22
Total 27 ,511.45
LAIMPACT demands are paid from federal asset forfeiture dollars allocated to LAIMPACT crime prevention activities. These funds are not city funds and are not available for city use outside of LAIMpACT activities. 175377
t7 5378
175379
I 75380
I 7538 I
175382
I 75383
ADVANCED HELICOPTER SERVICES
ANAYA'S SERVICE CENTER
BANK OF AMERICA
CODE 5 GROUP, LLC.
NUWAY JANITORIAL SERVICES
PARACLETE AVIATION LIFE SUPPORT
VERIZON WIRELESS
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: December 1, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: JR Ranells, Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT: APPROVING A CLASS SPECIFICATION FOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SUPERVISOR AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OFFICER.
SUMMARY
Chief Gonzalez and Police Department Staff have conducted a classification analysis on several non-sworn support positions to ensure job classifications accurately reflect current duties and responsibilities. As a result, updates to the Community Services Officer and Community Services Supervisor classifications are being proposed. These updates involve title and job description changes only, with no changes to compensation or organizational structure.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council:
1. Approve the attached class specification for Community Engagement Officer; and
2. Approve the attached class specification for Community Engagement Supervisor; and
3. Approve the formal replacement of the Community Services Officer classification with Community Engagement Officer; and
4. Approve the formal replacement of the Community Services Supervisor classification with Community Engagement Supervisor.
DISCUSSION
The Police Department has reviewed the current classifications for Community Services Officer and Community Services Supervisor and determined that updates are necessary to better align with the evolving scope of responsibilities. These changes reflect the department’s increased emphasis on community engagement, outreach, and public service. The proposed updates are limited to job titles and descriptions and do not impact salary ranges or authorized position levels.
The updated classifications will enhance clarity in recruitment, performance expectations, and public understanding of these roles. This action is consistent with the City’s commitment to transparency and modernizing job functions to meet community needs.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
There are no fiscal impacts associated with these classification updates. All changes are administrative in nature.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
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Approving a Class Specification for Community Engagement Supervisor and Community Engagement Officer. ,
Not applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
This report was reviewed and approved by the City Attorney.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Draft Community Engagement Officer Job Description
2. Draft Communit
y Engagement Supervisor Job Description
3. Community Services Officer
4. Police Community Services Supervisor June 2023
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Community Engagement Officer
DEPARTMENT: Police Department DATE: December 2025
SUMMARY: The Community Engagement Officer is a non-sworn, uniformed representative of the Police Department, responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing community engagement initiatives, public outreach, and communication strategies. The Community Engagement Officer fosters trust and collaboration between the Police Department and the public through education, events, and digital communication. Direction is provided by the Community Engagement Supervisor. Responsibilities include direct interaction with the public, coordination of volunteers and cadets, and support of department-wide engagement efforts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Represent the Police Department at community meetings, public events, and outreach functions. • Assist in planning, coordinating, and promoting public engagement programs such as National Night Out, Public Safety Open House, Citizen’s Academy, and youth safety campaigns. • Draft and manage social media content and assist in maintaining the department’s online presence under the direction of the Community Engagement Supervisor. • Deliver presentations to schools, senior groups, and neighborhood organizations on crime prevention and public safety topics.
• Coordinate and support the activities of Police Cadets, RSVP volunteers, and community service participants.
• Assist in the development and distribution of public information materials, press releases, and campaign messaging.
• Support crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED) principles and conduct safety surveys as needed.
• Maintain logs, reports, calendars, and program documentation. • Attend community functions during evenings and weekends as required. • Perform related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES:
Knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of community engagement, public relations, and outreach. • Crime prevention strategies and public safety education. • Social media platforms and digital communication tools. • Volunteer coordination and youth engagement programs. • Public speaking and presentation techniques.
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• Local government operations and law enforcement support functions.
Ability to:
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with community members, staff, and partner organizations.
• Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. • Plan, organize, and execute community events and programs. • Operate standard office equipment and technology, including social media and digital communication tools.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
• Work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and occasional emergency response.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Coursework or training in communications, public relations, public safety, or criminal justice is desirable. • Experience: Two (2) years of experience in public-facing communication, law enforcement support, or community outreach. Experience working with youth, senior populations, or volunteer programs is desirable.
License or Certificate:
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Driver’s License.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:
Physical activities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and drive for extended periods. • Ability to lift and transport supplies and materials for events. • Ability to speak and hear clearly in public settings. • Stamina to work a regular schedule and attend evening/weekend events.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Employees in this classification may work in:
• Office, field, and community event environments.
• Conditions requiring flexibility in schedule, including evenings and weekends. • Environments involving travel to various off-site locations within the city. • An environment exposed to smoke fumes/gas; excessive heat/cold and inclement weather.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Community Engagement Supervisor
DEPARTMENT: Police Department DATE: December 2025
SUMMARY: The Community Engagement Supervisor is a non-sworn, professional staff position responsible for leading the Police Department’s community engagement, public information, and outreach initiatives. This role serves as the department’s Public Information Officer (PIO), manages digital communications, and oversees a variety of community programs and personnel. The position plays a critical role in fostering public trust, enhancing transparency, and promoting positive relationships between the department and the community.
This is an FLSA-exempt position in the Middle-Management employee group.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Serve as the department’s Public Information Officer (PIO); draft press releases, respond to media inquiries, coordinate interviews, and act as the department spokesperson. • Manage and maintain all department social media platforms and digital communications, ensuring consistent, timely, and engaging content.
• Advise the Chief of Police and Command Staff on communication strategies and public messaging. • Plan, coordinate, and oversee community outreach programs and events such as National Night Out, Every 15 Minutes, Citizen’s Academy, and the Police Open House. • Supervise and mentor assigned personnel including the Community Engagement Officer, Parking Enforcement Officers, Police Cadets, Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) members, and Crossing Guards.
• Coordinate onboarding, training, and scheduling for volunteer and part-time personnel. • Lead public safety education and crime prevention efforts through presentations, campaigns, and community partnerships.
• Represent the department at community meetings, school functions, and civic events. • Collaborate with local organizations, schools, and neighborhood groups to build partnerships and address community concerns.
• Oversee the development and publication of the department’s Annual Report and other public-facing materials.
• Assist with background investigations and recruitment outreach. • Monitor public sentiment, track engagement metrics, and recommend improvements to outreach strategies.
• Attend evening and weekend events as needed to support department visibility and engagement. • Ensure all duties are performed in a safe, ethical, and efficient manner. • Perform related duties as assigned.
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QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES:
Knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of community engagement, public relations, and strategic communications. • Crime prevention strategies, public safety education, and community policing concepts. • Social media platforms, digital communication tools, and content management best practices. • Volunteer coordination, youth engagement, and multi-generational outreach strategies. • Public speaking, presentation techniques, and media relations. • Local government operations and law enforcement support functions. • Supervisory principles, performance evaluation, and staff development.
Ability to:
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with diverse audiences. • Represent the department professionally in public forums, media interviews, and community events. • Plan, organize, and execute community programs, outreach campaigns, and special events. • Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of professional staff, volunteers, and part-time personnel. • Develop and implement effective communication strategies that promote transparency and trust. • Operate standard office equipment and utilize digital tools for communication and reporting. • Analyze public feedback and engagement trends to improve outreach effectiveness. • Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. • Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support community engagement efforts.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Education:
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or equivalent college coursework in communications, public administration, criminal justice, or a related field is highly desirable. • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience:
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public relations, or community engagement.
• At least two (2) years in a supervisory or leadership role. • Experience in a public safety or law enforcement environment is desirable.
License or Certificate:
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Driver’s License. • PIO or media relations training certification preferred or must be obtained within 12 months of appointment.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:
Physical activities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and drive for extended periods. • Ability to lift and transport supplies and materials for events.
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• Ability to speak and hear clearly in public settings. • Stamina to work a regular schedule and attend evening/weekend events.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Employees in this classification may work in:
• Office, field, and community event environments.
• Conditions requiring flexibility in schedule, including evenings and weekends. • Environments involving travel to various off-site locations within the city. • An environment exposed to smoke fumes/gas; excessive heat/cold and inclement weather.
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CITY OF LA VERNE
COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICER
DEFINITION
A non-sworn, uniformed position in the Police Department. Under general supervision, will plan, develop, and coordinate a variety of Police Department related programs and activities, including other related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
General supervision is provided by the Police Community Services Coordinator.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES -- Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Police Department representative/liaison to community groups and organizations, including neighborhood watch, business watch, and community outreach programs.
Assist in planning, organizing, and promoting special events such as Every 15 Minutes, Open House, and Citizen’s Academy.
Public Information Officer.
Draft news/press release and prepares public information regarding department events and activities.
Crime analysis and the dissemination of information to the department.
Operate and maintain department-sponsored social media.
Assist the department’s training lieutenant.
Assist/conduct background investigations.
Maintain special reports and prepares special reports and correspondence.
Flexible schedule to accommodate night time and weekend community meetings.
Perform related duties as assigned.
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CITY OF LA VERNE
Community Services Officer
Maintain property and evidence control room.
Assist in the collection and processing of evidence at crime scenes.
Package narcotics for crime lab.
Prepare criminal complaints for filing at the District Attorney’s Office.
Deliver and retrieve paperwork from the District Attorney’s Office.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Ability to operate computer terminal, calculator, telephone, portable radio and copy machine.
Ability to understand and respond to requests for assistance from the public and Department staff on the telephone and in person.
Ability to read and write clearly and concisely in English.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle in the performance of duties.
Ability to sit or stand for up to two hours at a time.
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Deal tactfully with the public.
Maintain appropriate relationships with all community elements.
Express ideas clearly and concisely.
QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to:
Understand departmental policies, rules, and procedures.
Learn, understand, and interpret laws and regulations.
Prepare accurate grammatically correct written reports.
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Community Services Officer
Understand and follow written instructions.
English language, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Public speaking.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Experience and Education
Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Equivalent to two (2) years full-time experience in local government; paid experience in law enforcement is desirable.
Education:
High school graduation or equivalent supplemented by college level coursework in criminal justice or related field towards an Associate's degree.
Age:
Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment.
License or Certificate:
Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California Driver's license and an 832 P.C. certificate.
Special Requirements:
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and emergency duty.
(Amended 11/2019)
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JOB DESCRIPTION
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Police Community Services Supervisor
DEPARTMENT: Police DATE: June 2023
BASE SALARY RANGE $82,072 - $99,759
SUMMARY - Under the direction of the Police Chief, this non-sworn, middle management position supervises the day-to-day community outreach and public communication functions for the La Verne Police Department, including media relations, community engagement (online and in-person), community relations, and event coordination. This position provides technical supervision to assigned staff including cadets.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Ensures exceptional Police Department customer service and ethical standards. • Oversees internal and external communications, ensuring its message is consistent and engaging. • Acts as the department's media representative and oversees the preparation of press releases. • Manages and creates materials and services for marketing, communications, and public relations needs.
• Manages the Police Department’s media relations and assists with the City’s media relations during non-emergency and emergencies. This may include responding to routine media inquiries, drafting, editing, and distributing news releases; alerting media of photo opportunities; identifying and communicating newsworthy stories; organizing press events; and /or performing other media or community-related activities.
• Advises the Police Chief and Department Command Staff on communication strategies. • During emergencies, coordinates response with emergency services and Department representatives as well as handle media inquiries.
• Develops, coordinates, and oversees outreach campaigns, technical assistance, and resource materials to assist City departments in their activities' marketing, communications, and positioning. • Manages the Police Department’s special events as assigned. • Stays informed of developments in marketing, communications, and public relations. • Meets with community groups, individual groups, and civic organizations to identify and discuss community relations issues.
• Acts as a liaison to citizens, community groups, individual groups, and civic organizations in providing information and promoting a positive image of the Department’s response to inquiries. • Seeks regular input from the community on the quality of programs and services and is expected to discuss with Department Command Staff to facilitate as well as coordinate applicable changes. • Maintains positive relationships with key stakeholders, including the media, residents, employees, the executive team, elected officials, and the business community. • Proactively works with and maintains relationships with the media and key stakeholders to address issues.
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Police Community Services Supervisor City of La Verne, CA 2 of 3 • Maintains the Police Department’s social media and website, both intranet and public, with current and relevant information. Social media management may include using Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and other social networking tools to promote the department in the community. • Coordinates and prepares proclamations and commendations for City Council meetings. • Prepares the annual reports on Department activities. • Coordinates and manages the Department’s events, including promotion ceremonies, award ceremonies, and public outreach programs such as Pink Patch Program, Citizen’s Academy, Police Open House, Every 15 Minutes, National Night Out, etc.
• Serves as the liaison to the La Verne Police and K9 Foundation and assists with planning and coordinating events, meetings, and fundraising efforts. • Manages recruitment initiatives and builds relationships with community groups and schools to establish ongoing recruitment programs. Sets up booths at community events, attends schools, gyms, and conventions, and represents the Department.
• Reviews employees' job performance, completes written evaluations, and recommends appropriate personnel action.
• Drives and operates a City vehicle on City business as necessary. • Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner. • Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires. • Assists with Background Investigations.
• Crime analysis and dissemination of information to the Department and the public.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Knowledge of:
• Associated Press style guide.
• Correct language usage and journalistic styles appropriate for print and broadcast use. • Emergency Management Communication.
• Methods of presenting and disseminating public information through various media, including newspapers, radio, television, website, and social media.
• Principles and practices of public administration and public and community relations. • Principles and techniques of effective social media.
• Principles and techniques for establishing and maintaining good relations with news media and other public groups. Principles, techniques, and practices of journalism and graphic design to develop and disseminate promotional materials.
• Principles and practices of supervision.
• Proficiency in creating and posting social media content on multiple platforms. • Standard office procedures and computer equipment and software applications.
Skilled in:
• Effectively communicating the City’s stance on programs and policies. • Effectively preparing communications in disasters and emergencies. • Preparing illustrations, charts, graphs, and other visual aids for presentations. • Public speaking, media relations, and marketing.
• Publishing professional written promotional materials; editing and proofreading with high accuracy. • Speaking before groups of people and the media.
• Utilizing various software programs, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Canva, and PowerPoint.
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Police Community Services Supervisor City of La Verne, CA 3 of 3 Ability to:
• Provide exceptional customer service to those utilizing Department and City services. • Assess the political environment and develop appropriate communication strategies. • Coordinate and communicate timely information during emergencies and disasters. • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Compose, coordinate, and edit educational, informational, and promotional materials such as pamphlets, brochures, newsletters, and social media posts.
• Effectively train and supervise subordinates.
• Lead, coach, instruct, and motivate employees.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct. • Organize, implement, and direct public communication activities and operations. • Provide clear work instructions.
• Review and evaluate employees' job performance and recommend appropriate personnel action. • Read, understand, apply, and effectively communicate City rules, regulations, and procedures. Strategize, develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive media, social media, public relations, and communications program.
• Work on concurrent assignments under tight time constraints; meet publication and distribution deadlines.
Willingness to:
• Work necessary hours and times to accomplish goals, objectives, and required tasks in a timely manner. • Work evenings, nights, and holidays to respond to community events and emergencies. • Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/LICENSING
Experience
• Five years of experience in marketing, communications, or public relations, two years of which must include experience working in a supervisory or management capacity. • Experience working in a public safety environment is desirable.
Education/Training
• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English or a related field is desirable.
License(s) / Certification(s)
• Valid Class C California driver's license is required.
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: December 1, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Danny Wu, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEER TO EXERCISE
DISCRETIONARY APPROVAL OF PUBLIC WORKS AND IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT DESIGNS.
SUMMARY
Design immunity under California Government Code Section §830.6 requires that project plans and specifications receive discretionary approval by the legislative body or an authorized official before construction begins. Delegating this approval authority to the City Engineer formalizes the City’s ability to meet this requirement and ensures timely review of project designs. In addition to discretionary approval, design immunity also requires (1) substantial evidence supporting the reasonableness of the approved design, and (2) a causal relationship between the design and the alleged injury.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL,
CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, DELEGATING AUTHORITY TO EXERCISE
DISCRETIONARY APPROVAL OF DESIGNS FOR PUBLIC WORKS AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS TO THE CITY ENGINEER OR DESIGNEE."
DISCUSSION
Government Code Section §830.6 provides public agencies with a statutory defense against claims involving alleged design defects, provided that the design was approved by an individual or body exercising discretionary authority.
The City Engineer possesses the technical qualifications to evaluate plans and specifications; however, under Government Code Section §830.6, the City Engineer must also be expressly delegated discretionary authority by the City Council in order for such approvals to satisfy the statutory design-immunity requirement.
Adoption of this Resolution is an administrative step needed to maintain the City’s protection under design immunity for eligible City projects. California courts have emphasized that discretionary approval must be grounded in authority established by law, such as municipal code provisions or City Council action. The City is a member of the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (CJPIA) and over the last several years has increased its training and development of staff members as a way to reduce the City's risk profile. While the CJPIA recommends the approval of a such a resolution to bolster the City's defenses, the City continues to emphasize risk reduction in all aspects, including Public Works projects, by actively
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participating in risk management workshops, trainings, and ensuring that risk practices are a core emphasis of our public service.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
The recommended action has no financial impact.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not Applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed this report and the accompanying Resolution and approved them as to form.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution Authorizing City Engineer Discretionary Approval
Report Prepared By: Coordinated with:
Nicole Houston, Senio
r Management Analyst Cody
Howing, PE - City Engineer
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RESOLUTION NO. 25-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA,
DELEGATING AUTHORITY TO EXERCISE DISCRETIONARY APPROVAL OF
DESIGNS FOR PUBLIC WORKS AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS TO THE
CITY ENGINEER OR DESIGNEE
WHEREAS, California Government Code Section §830.6 provides limitations on liability for public entities for conditions of public property when the public entity exercises appropriate discretion in the planning and design of public improvements, commonly referred to as “design immunity”; and
WHEREAS, Section §830.6 requires public entities to establish three elements to invoke design immunity protections: (1) discretionary approval of a design prior to construction; (2) substantial evidence supporting the reasonableness of the design; and (3) a causal relationship between the design and the alleged harm; and
WHEREAS, the first element may be satisfied when the legislative body, the City Engineer, or the City Engineer’s designee exercises discretionary authority to approve the plan or design of the improvement prior to construction; and
WHEREAS, the City of La Verne seeks to minimize liability exposure related to the planning and design of public works and public improvements by confirming that the City Engineer is authorized to exercise discretionary approval of such plans and designs; and
WHEREAS, delegation of this authority to the City Engineer ensures timely and technically appropriate review and approval of project designs; and
WHEREAS, this Resolution does not alter or impact the City Council’s discretion or authority to approve projects, allocate funds, or make policy decisions; and
WHEREAS, nothing in this Resolution supersedes or replaces existing requirements for City Council approval of contracts, project budgets, CEQA determinations, or other actions required by law; and
WHEREAS, this Resolution does not modify or circumvent any existing project design review or approval processes required by law, policy, or contract; and
WHEREAS, this Resolution is narrowly limited to authorizing discretionary design approval for the purpose of supporting the City’s design immunity protections as provided under State law; and
WHEREAS, this delegation is intended to establish the discretionary approval required under Government Code Section §830.6 for the City to assert design-immunity protections when appropriate.
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Verne that the City Engineer, or designee, who holds a valid Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of California, is authorized to exercise discretionary approval of designs, including design amendments and addenda, for all public works and public improvement projects.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of December 2025.
______________________________________
Mayor Tim Hepburn
_______________________________
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing [Resolution No. XX-XX] was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of La Verne at a meeting thereof held on the XX day of [Month], [year], by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: December 1, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Danny Wu, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: MILLS TRACT WELL PUMP REHABILITATION PURCHASE ORDER.
SUMMARY
In July 2025, Tri-County Pump Company completed a full tear down and inspection of the Mills Tract Well pump assembly and the evaluation showed extensive wear and deterioration throughout the bowl assembly, column pipe, tube and shaft, and motor components. The full replacement, including all required materials, shop labor, field installation, and start-up testing is $190,039.03 and exceeds the current Purchase Order, thereby requiring City Council approval.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council:
1. Authorize the City Manager to issue a purchase order to Tri-County Pump Company, in the amount of $146,935.48, for pump replacement, repair, and installation services;and
2. Authorize the use of funding from CIP Project No. WT2504 (Mills Tract Well Rehabilitation), previously approved as part of the FY 2025–26 annual budget.
DISCUSSION
CIP Project No. WT2504 (Mills Tract Well Rehabilitation Project) has been structured as a three-phased project. Tri-County Pump Company is one of the City’s pre-qualified maintenance service contractors, selected under the City’s Purchasing Policy for specialized services as part of the annual services agreements.
Tri-County Pump was selected to perform a multi-phased rehabilitation of the Mills Tract Well. Phase 1 began in July 2025 with the removal of the pump to allow for a condition assessment. Phase 2 involved evaluating and repairing the well column itself, which required extensive brushing and cleaning due to heavy scale buildup throughout the casing. With the well cleaned and accessible, the project has now advanced to Phase 3, which focuses on rebuilding the pump assembly, performing the required motor rehabilitation, and reinstalling the equipment, so the well can return to service.
Tri-County Pump Company completed the earlier phases and has long-standing experience working on the City’s groundwater production facilities. Their proposal for the final phase includes the complete rebuild of the pump assembly, motor reconditioning, installation work, and start-up testing. A partial rebuild was evaluated but deemed not feasible due to uniform wear throughout the assembly, which would result in significantly higher long-term maintenance costs and operational risk.
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The work includes tear-down and inspection, sandblasting, assembly of new bowl stacks, tube and shaft components, and full field installation. This level of rehabilitation is typical for municipal groundwater wells and is necessary to ensure continued reliability and cost-effective production compared to imported water purchases. This CIP project is an example of how water rate revenues, collected by the City, are reinvested into the City's water infrastructure.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
Funding for this purchase is available in Fund 507 (Water Capital Improvement Fund). Tri- County Pump Company’s proposal totals $146,935.48, including labor, materials, and estimated tax as outlined in their November 18, 2025, proposal (attached). In addition, the City has previously paid Tri-County Pump Company $11,800.00 for pump removal in July 2025 and $4,810.00 for well brushing due to heavy scale growth in August 2025.
Including all prior expenditures and the recommended new purchase order, the total project cost, including the 10% contingency already permitted under the City’s purchasing policy, is $190,039.03. We do not anticipate that the full project cost will exceed this amount. Funding for this work is available in CIP Project No. WT2504 (Mills Tract Well Rehabilitation Project), approved as part of the FY 2025–26 annual budget with a total project appropriation of $500,000.00. There is no impact to the General Fund.
This expenditure is consistent with the FY 2025–26 Capital Improvement Program and aligns with the City's recently approved water and sewer rate study’s long-term asset reinvestment plan.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The proposed action is not considered a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines §15378(b)(4), as the Council’s approval of a purchase order constitutes a governmental fiscal activity that does not, in itself, result in a direct physical change to the environment. The underlying work also qualifies as routine maintenance and repair of existing water infrastructure under CEQA Guidelines §15301 (Existing Facilities).
Therefore, the action is exempt from CEQA.
LEGAL REVIEW
Not Applicable.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Proposal Repair and Install Mills Tract Well
Report Prepared By: Coordinated with:
Joe Vieyra, Deputy Public Works Director Ray Apodaca, Water Production Supervisor
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November 18, 2025
$11,040.00
into column pipe. Machine shaft and assemble bowl assembly. Prep and load equipment. $3,500.00 $4,000.00
Material:
$650.00
$940.00
$1,150.00
$18,960.00
$29,100.00
$47,550.00
$305.00
$440.00
$800.00
$280.00
$760.00
$1,000.00
$3,000.00
$2,000.00
$5,980.00
$2,280.00
1 Lot; Estimated Incoming Freight $1,000.00
$18,540.00
$116,195.00
$12,200.48
Total Estimate $146,935.48
Estimated Tax @ 10.50%
Estimated Labor
(1) 8" x 20' TOE Taper Suction Pipe
(1) 1-11/16" x 131-1/2" 416 SS Bowl Shaft
(1) 12CLC 8 Stage Bowl Designed for 800GPM @ 420'TDH
(30) 8" x 20' T&C Butt Column Pipe
(30) 3" x 1-15/16" x 20' T&S Assy.
(1) 3" x 31-1/2" Stretch Tube
1 Lot; Miscellaneous Shop Supplies ( Bolts, Paint, Gaskets, Oil, Coating, Electrical Connection, Etc.) Estimated Material
estimate to replace and repair pump equipment as needed, install and perform start up.
Estimated Shop Labor:
* Teardown and inspect all equipment. Clean and sandblast equipment. Stab tube and shaft assemblies (613') of 1/4" SS Airline
(1) 8" x 3' TBE Butt Column Pipe
(1) 1-1/2" x 3" Rebuilt Stretch Assembly
1 Lot; Motor Materials ( Heaters, Skf Bearings, Ceramic Ball Bearings, Sight Glass, Cap, Etc.) pitting and deterioration. All column, tube and shaft needs to be replaced due to wear and pitting. The following is our Estimated Field Labor:
(1) 8" 316 SS Cone Strainer
* Travel to and from jobsite; install pump and perform start up. (20) 1-15/16" x 3" BWS
(1) 1-1/2" to 1-15/16" CS Jump Coupling
(1) 1-1/2" x 78-1/2" 416 SS Head Shaft
* Disassemble and inspect motor. Recondition, clean dip and bake the stator windings, balance rotor assembly, clean, reassemble, paint and perform a full voltage no load test. (613') of 1" x 10' Flush Thread PVC
City of La Verne
2620 1st. Street
La Verne, CA 91750
Attention: Mr. Ray Apodaca
Subject: Mills Tract Well
Quote Number: 111825-1DS
We have disassembled, inspected and documented the subject pump. The bowl assembly needs to be replaced due to wear,
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We appreciate this opportunity to be of service and look forward to working with you. We trust that this estimate will suffice for your needs, and should any additional information be required, please do not hesitate to contact us.
This estimate is valid for thirty (30) days from the above date, and subject to review thereafter.
Sincerely,
Dennis Skinner
Use PO # ______________ Signed ___________________ Date: _________________ Please fax this authorization to 909 888-3653 or email [email protected]
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: December 1, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Christy Lopez, Finance Director
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AUTHORIZED AGENTS FOR CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES GRANTS.
SUMMARY
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) requires non-state agencies to update the Designation of Applicant's Agent Resolution for Non-State Agencies every three years. The attached Resolution designates the City Manager, Finance Director, and Public Works Director to act on behalf of the City of La Verne.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING CITY OFFICIALS TO ACT ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY FOR THE PURPOSE OF OBTAINING FEDERAL AND STATE
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR EMERGENCY AND DISASTER RELIEF, AND AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF REQUIRED RESOLUTION TO CAL OES."
DISCUSSION
The City of La Verne regularly applies for competitive grants and emergency response reimbursement through Cal OES. The grant funds administered by Cal OES may come from State or Federal resources. Cal OES requires that the City of La Verne update the Designation of Applicant's Agent Resolution (Cal OES Form 130) every three (3) years.
The proposed Resolution designates the City Manager, Finance Director, and Public Works Director to act on behalf of the City for the purpose of obtaining Federal and State financial assistance for emergency and disaster relief, including authorization to execute required documents, agreements, and certifications. It also authorizes submittal of Cal OES Form 130 in the manner required by Cal OES.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
There is no fiscal impact with the approval of this resolution.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
There is no environmental impact with the approval of this resolution.
LEGAL REVIEW
The item has been reviewed by the City Attorney.
ATTACHMENTS
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Resolution Designating Authorized Agents for California Office of Emergency Services Grants. , Page 2
1. Reso No. 25-XX - CalOES Authorized Agents
2. Cal OES Form 130
Report Prepared By:
Jesus Jaimes, Accountant
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RESOLUTION NO. 25-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA,
DESIGNATING CITY OFFICIALS TO ACT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY FOR THE PURPOSE
OF OBTAINING FEDERAL AND STATE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR EMERGENCY
AND DISASTER RELIEF, AND AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF REQUIRED RESOLUTION
TO CAL OES
WHEREAS, the City of La Verne is eligible to receive State and Federal funding for disaster planning, mitigation, response, and recovery; and
WHEREAS, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (“Cal OES”) administers certain State and Federal financial assistance programs for emergency and disaster relief; and
WHEREAS, Cal OES requires that the City designate City agents that are authorized to apply for financial assistance with matters relating to such financial assistance, and requires the submittal of a Designation of Applicant’s Agent Resolution (Cal OES Form 130) every three years; and
WHEREAS , the City wishes to designate certain City officials to act as its agents in connection with matters relating to State and Federal financial assistance relating to emergency and disaster relief, and to authorize the submittal of Cal OES Form 130 as required by Cal OES.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Verne as follows:
Section 1. The following City officials are authorized to act on the City’s behalf in connection with all matters relating to obtaining State and Federal financial assistance relating to emergency and disaster relief, including but not limited to executing all required documents, agreements, and certifications:
1. City Manager
2. Finance Director
3. Public Works Director
Section 2. That the City Council authorizes the submittal of Cal OES Form 130 in the manner required by Cal OES.
Section 3. That the Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and thereupon the same shall take effect and be in force.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of December, 2025.
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Tim Hepburn, Mayor
ATTEST:
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RESO. NO. 2
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Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
I, Debra Fritz, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 25-xx was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of La Verne at a regular meeting held on the 1st day of December, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
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DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION FOR NON-STATE AGENCIES
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE OF THE
(Governing Body) (Name of Applicant)
THAT , OR
(Title of Authorized Agent)
, OR
(Title of Authorized Agent)
(Title of Authori
zed Agent)
is hereby authorized to execute for and on behalf of the , (Name of Applicant)
a public entity est
ablished u
nder the laws of the State of California, this application and to file it with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services for the purpose of obtaining federal financial assistance for any existing or future grant program, including, but not limited to any of the following:
- Federally declared Disaster (DR), Fire Mitigation Assistance Grant (FMAG), California State Only Disaster (CDAA), Immediate Services Program (ISP), Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC), Legislative Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program (LPDM) , under
- Public Law 93-288 as amended by the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act of 1988, and/or state financial assistance under the California Disaster Assistance Act.
- Flood Mitigation Assistance Program (FMA), under Section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968.
- National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP) 42 U.S. Code 7704 (b) ((2) (A) (ix) and 42 U.S. Code 7704 (b) (2) (B) National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program, and also The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018, Div. F, Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2018, Pub. L. No. 115-141 - California Early Earthquake Warning (CEEW) under CA Gov Code – Gov, Title 2,
Div. 1, Chapter 7, Article 5, Section
s 8587.8, 8587.11, 8587.12
That the , a public entity established under the
(Name of Applicant)
laws of the State of California, hereby authorizes its agent(s) to provide to the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services for all matters pertaining to such state disaster assistance the assurances and agreements required.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION
NON-STATE AGENCIES
OES-
FPD-130
(Rev. 10-2022)
RECOVERY DIRECTORATE
FINANCIAL PROCESSING DIVISION
Cal OES ID No: _____________
OES-FPD-130 Rev. 10-2022 Page 1 of 4
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Please check the appropriate box below
This is a universal resolution and is effec
tive for all open and future
disasters/grants declared up to three (3) years following the date of approval.
This is a disaster/g
rant specific resolution and is effective for only
disaster/grant number(s):
Passed and approved this __day of , 20
(Name and Title of Governing Body Rep
resentative)
(Name and Title of Governing Body Repr
esentative)
(Name and Title of Governing Body Rep
resentative)
CERTIFICATION
I, , duly appointed and of
(Name) (Title)
, do hereby certify that the above i s a true and
(Name of Applicant)
correct copy of a resolution passed and approved by the (Governing Body)
of the on the day of , 20 .
(Name of Applicant)
(Signature) (Title)
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION
NON-STATE AGENCIES
OES-
FPD-130
(Rev. 10-2022)
RECOVERY DIRECTORATE
FINANCIAL PROCESSING DIVISION
OES-FPD-130 Rev. 10-2022 Page 2 of 4
Agenda Packet - December 1, 2025
Cal OES Form 130 Instructions
A Designation of Applicant’s Agent Resolution for Non-State Agencies is required of all Applicants to be eligible to receive funding. A new resolution must be submitted if a previously submitted resolution is older than three (3) years from the last date of approval, is invalid, or has not been submitted.
When completing the Cal OES Form 1
30, Applicants should fill in the blanks on pages 1
and 2. The blanks are to be filled in as follows:
Resolution Section:
Governing Body: This is the group responsible
for appointing and approving the
Authorized Agents.
Examples include: Board of Directors, City Council, Board of Supervisors, Board of Education, etc.
Name of Applicant: The public entity established under
the laws of the
State of California.
Examples include: School District, Office of Education, City, County or Non-profit agency that has applied for the grant, such as: City of San Diego, Sacramento County, Burbank Unified School District, Napa County Office of Education, University Southern California.
Authorized Agent: These are the individuals that are aut horized by the Governing Body
to engage with the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services regarding grants for which they have applied.
There are two ways of completing this section:
1. Titles Only: The titles of the Authorized Agents should be entered here, not their names. This allows the document to remain valid if an Authorized Agent leaves the position and is replaced by another individual. If “Titles Only” is the chosen method, this document must be accompanied by either a cover letter naming the Authorized Agents by name and title, or the Cal OES AA Names document. The supporting document can be completed by any authorized person within the Agency (e.g., administrative assistant, the Authorized Agent, secretary to the Director). It d
oes not require the Governing Body’s signature.
2. Names and Titles: If the Governing Body so chooses, the names and titles of the Authorized Agents would be listed. A new Cal OES Form 130 will be required if any of the Authorized Agents are replaced, leave the position listed on the document, or their title changes.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION
NON-STATE AGENCIES
OES-
FPD-130
(Rev. 10-2022)
RECOVERY DIRECTORATE
FINANCIAL PROCESSING DIVISION
OES-FPD-130 Rev. 10-2022 Page 3 of 4
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Checking Universal or Disaster-Specific Box: A Universal resolution is effective for all past disasters and for those declared up to three (3) years following the date of approval. Upon expiration it is no longer effective for new disasters, but it remains in effect for disasters declared prior to expiration. It remains effective until the disaster goes through closeout unless it is superseded by a newer resolution.
Governing Body Representative: These are the names and titles of the approving Board Members.
Examples include: Chairman of the Board, Director, Superintendent, etc. The names and titles cannot be one of the designated Authorized Agents. A minimum of three (3) approving board members must be listed. If less than three are present, meeting minutes must be attached in order to verify a quorum was met.
Certification Section:
Name and Title: This is the individual in attendance who recorded the creation and approval of this resolution.
Examples include: City Clerk, Secretary to the Board of Directors, County Clerk, etc. This person cannot be one of the designated Authorized Agents or Approving Board Member. If a person holds two positions (such as City Manager and Secretary to the Board) and the City Manager is to be listed as an Authorized Agent, then that person could sign the document as Secretary to the Board (not City Manager) to eliminate “Self-Certification.”
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY
SERVICES
DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION
NON-STATE AGENCIES
OES-FPD-130 (Rev. 10-2022)
RECOVERY DIRECTORATE
FINANCIAL PROCESSING DIVISION
OES-FPD-130 Rev. 10-2022 Page 4 of 4
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: December 1, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Travis Tibbetts, Police Captain
SUBJECT: DIRECTION FOR DEVELOPING A LOCAL ELECTRIC BICYCLE ORDINANCE.
SUMMARY
City Staff seeks City Council direction on whether to prepare a local ordinance regulating the operation of electric bicycles and other motorized mobility devices within the City of La Verne.
Increased use of these devices, especially among minors, has led to safety concerns, collisions, and hazardous interactions with pedestrians and motorists. State law provides general guidelines for the operation of electric bicycles, although it does not address many of the local issues.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council discuss the issues outlined in this report and provide direction on whether Staff should prepare a draft electric bicycle ordinance for future consideration.
DISCUSSION
La Verne has experienced substantial growth in the use of electric bicycles, motorized scooters, and other powered mobility devices. Minors increasingly use these devices for daily travel and recreation. While many riders operate responsibly, Staff and residents have observed issues, including:
• Riders traveling at high speeds on sidewalks
• Minors operating high-powered or modified electric bikes and motorcycles • Stunt riding, such as wheelies, in business districts, residential areas, and near or on school campuses
• Night riding without proper lighting
• Failure to wear safety equipment
• Collisions and near-miss collisions involving pedestrians, vehicles, and other cyclists Local schools, residents, and business owners have expressed concerns about safety and the lack of clear rules for operation. These concerns underscore the need for the City to examine whether a municipal ordinance would facilitate responsible use and enhance public safety.
Current California State Law defines three classes of electric bicycles:
• Class 1 – Pedal assist only, up to 20 mph
• Class 2 – Throttle operated, up to 20 mph
• Class 3 – Pedal assist, up to 28 mph
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Direction for Developing a Local Electric Bicycle Ordinance., Page 2
State law also includes the following requirements:
• Helmets are required for all minors
• Class 3 electric bikes may only be operated by riders 16 years or older • Class 3 electric bikes cannot be used on Class 1 bike paths unless allowed locally • Electric bikes are generally permitted wherever traditional bicycles are allowed • Electric bikes are not required to be registered or licensed While these regulations establish a general framework, they do not directly address various behaviors observed in La Verne, such as sidewalk riding, nighttime restrictions, or modifications that exceed legal speed limits. Several bills have been introduced in recent years to strengthen statewide regulations for electric bicycles. Examples include:
• Electric bike safety Certification Requirements – Proposals requiring retailers to provide safety information at the point of sale
• Age and Licensing Considerations – Discussions about applying age minimums for all classes or requiring instructional permits for minors on higher speed devices • Stricter Penalties for Modified electric bikes – Proposed penalties for altering electric bicycles to exceed legal speed limits
These proposals demonstrate statewide recognition of safety concerns but have not yet resulted in comprehensive statewide reforms. This leaves local jurisdictions responsible for addressing unique community safety needs. Several Southern California cities have already adopted local ordinances to address the unsafe operation of electric bicycles.
City of Carlsbad
• Adopted strict rules prohibiting reckless operation and stunt riding • Expanded the definition of unsafe operation to include sidewalk riding at unsafe speeds • Increased enforcement and partnered with schools on education efforts City of Huntington Beach
• Implemented age restrictions and required helmets for all riders of electric-powered devices
• Prohibited electric bikes on specific trails and beachfront areas City of Laguna Beach
• Prohibited Class 2 and Class 3 electric bikes on defined pedestrian paths • Adopted fines for violating operational rules
These examples reflect a regional trend toward creating tailored local regulations to address increasing safety concerns.
Staff have identified several key policy areas that should be considered and discussed in order to guide the development of a local ordinance regulating electric bicycles and other motorized mobility devices. In preparing an ordinance that best serves the community, staff recommend
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Direction for Developing a Local Electric Bicycle Ordinance., Page 3
that the Council review and provide feedback on the following topics, which represent the primary issues that such regulations should address:
1. Establish standardized definitions
The ordinance would include detailed definitions for bicycles, electric bicycles (Class 1-3), electric personal assistive mobility devices, electrically motorized boards, low-speed vehicles, motorized scooters, electric motorcycles, and stunt behaviors such as wheelies.
2. Create enforceable operational rules
• Prohibition of unsafe or reckless riding
• Mandatory helmet use for minors
• Required direction of travel
• Passenger restrictions
• Equipment and lighting requirements, especially during hours of darkness • Prohibition of stunt riding and mobile-device use while operating • Age restrictions for Class 3 electric bikes
• Restrictions on sidewalk and trail usage
• Requirements for compliance with federal manufacturing standards
3. Regulate electric motorcycles
The ordinance would clarify that high-powered electric vehicles exceeding 750 watts or lacking pedals are not electric bikes and require:
• A valid motorcycle license
• Registration and license plate
• DOT-approved helmet use
• Proof of insurance
4. Establish penalties and compliance mechanisms
• Civil enforcement options
• Parental/guardian responsibility for minors’ violations • Penalty fine amounts for 1st, 2nd and 3rd violation
• Requirement that retailers provide purchasers with a copy of the ordinance
5. Provide exemptions for public safety and ADA mobility devices • The ordinance would not restrict Police, Fire, and city personnel from performing official duties
• The ordinance would not restrict mobility devices used by individuals with disabilities Based on the discussion of the five policy areas outlined above, staff will return at a date in early 2026 for a First Reading and Introduction of a draft ordinance at which time the City Council can provide further direction or conduct the First Reading and approve for adoption at a follow-up meeting.
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Direction for Developing a Local Electric Bicycle Ordinance., Page 4
FISCAL ANALYSIS
There is no immediate fiscal impact on the General Fund associated with this discussion.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
This report has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney.
ATTACHMENTS
None
Coordinated with:
Sam Gonzalez, Chief of Police
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