La Verne City Council
January 20, 2026

January 20 Agenda
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City Council Meeting
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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
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Closed Session at 5:30 PM
Regular Meeting 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 837 4196 8140 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.

CLOSED SESSION AGENDA - 5:30 PM

CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL Council Member Steven F. Johnson, Council Member Wendy Lau, Council Member Rick Crosby, Mayor Pro Tem Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, and AGENDA City Council 1/20/2026 Page 2

Mayor Tim Hepburn.

CLOSED SESSION TOPIC

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.

Public Employee Performance Evaluation, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b)(1): Title: City Manager
The City Council will recess and reconvene at 6:30 PM for the regularly scheduled City Council meeting.

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 6:30 PM

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - MARINE CORP VETERAN RICHARD OLIVAS 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.

PRESENTATIONS

Damien Boys Water Polo - Damien High School Water Polo delivered a standout 2025 season, finishing 19–16 overall and 5–3 in Baseline League play to earn second place in league. The Spartans capped the year with a memorable CIF Southern Section Division 2 playoff run, advancing to the championship match and qualifying for the CIF State Tournament.

Damien’s postseason success was defined by resilience and composure, as the Spartans earned three overtime victories during the CIFSS playoffs to reach the Division 2 finals. Their ability to perform in high-pressure moments became a hallmark of the team’s identity.

Individual honors: Zack Montoya, Aaron Kashifalghita, and Zachariah Verduzco-Murphy earning First Team All-Baseline League recognition. Kieran Gore and Maddox Redfearn were named Second Team All-Baseline League, while Benjamin Shehee and Brennon Dallas earned Honorable Mention All-Baseline League honors.

With a league runner-up finish, a Division 2 finals appearance, and a berth in the CIF State Tournament, the 2025 Spartans set a high standard and built strong momentum for the program’s future.

Team coaches are Robert Echeverria and Jesse Johnston. Players are:

AGENDA City Council 1/20/2026 Page 3

Darren Cheng Brennon Dallas Brayden Drown Liam Ferrer
Landen Garca Kieran Gore Jonathan Jimenez Aaron Kashifalghita Landon Mendoza Zachkary Montoya Ralph Munoz Diego Negrete Maddoz Redfearn Luke Rudy Benjamin Shehee Jorge Solis
Diego Solis Zechariah Verduzco-
Murphy

Christmas Morning Volunteers Recognition - The Christmas Morning event requires detailed coordination from City Staff across numerous departments and selfless volunteers from the community to ensure that Santa greets every resident on Christmas Morning. During this time, we honor all who assisted in the Christmas Morning event.

Martin Luther King Day Proclamation - We honor the life and legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a transformative leader whose courage, compassion, and moral clarity reshaped our nation and moved us closer to justice.

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 & Regular meeting of December 15, 2025.

Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes.

2. Register of Audited Demands in the amount of $565,563.28, dated 12/11/25, and in the amount of $2,591,381.59 dated 12/17/25, and in the amount of $1,669,457.89, dated 12/22/25.

Recommendation: That the City Council approve the audited demands.

3. Award of Contract to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company for Kuns Park Playground Replacement. Due to being over 30 years old, the Kuns Park playground is a candidate for modernization and accessibility improvements. Staff recommends awarding a contract to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company through the SourceWell cooperative purchasing program for the installation of a new, ADA-compliant play structure with rubberized surfacing and integrated shade structure.

Recommendation: That the City Council:

1. Award a contract to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company in the amount of $196,684.07 for the removal, site preparation, and installation of playground equipment at Kuns Park; and

2. Adopt a Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Adopted Budget in the amount of $198,184.07 within the Measure A Fund to fully fund the Kuns Park Playground Equipment Project (Project No. PK2601).

AGENDA City Council 1/20/2026 Page 4

4. Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Year Ending June 30, 2025. The City has completed its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The ACFR, detailing the City's financial position and operating activities, is accessible on the City’s website: www.laverneca.gov/ACFR.

Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report which includes a Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting and on Compliance and Other Matters, along with the Auditor Letter to the City Council for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025.

5. Resolution Adopting a Salary Chart for Part-Time Employees. The attached resolution and associated part-time salary table reflect adjustments in compensation resulting from increases in the California Minimum Wage.

Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the attached Resolution titled, “A RESOLUTION

OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A SALARY CHART FOR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES.”

6. Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Pertaining to Regulating Unmanned Aircraft. City Council is asked to adopt an ordinance establishing local regulations governing the takeoff and landing of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), commonly referred to as drones.

Adoption of this ordinance ensures alignment with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) authority while appropriately exercising the City’s authority to regulate activities impacting public safety.

Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Ordinance 26-1138, entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 8.37 TO TITLE 8 OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING THE USE OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS (DRONES)."

PUBLIC HEARINGS

7. Ordinance Adopting the 2026 Los Angeles County Building Code and 2025 Fire Code and Green Building Code by Reference and Determination of Exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). The adoption of the 2026 Los Angeles County Building, the 2025 California Fire Code, and the Green Building Standards Code are required under the California Health and Safety Code. These codes are established to provide the City of La Verne with the minimum construction and property maintenance standards that promote the health and welfare of the public, to make buildings more efficient in the use of materials and energy, and to reduce environmental impact during and after construction.

Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the attached Ordinance adopting Title 26 – Building Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 27 – Electrical Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 28 – Plumbing Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 29 – Mechanical Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 30 – Residential Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 24 Part 9 – California Fire Code including Appendices Chapters 4, B, C, D, and I, Title 24 Part 7 – Wildland-Urban Interface Code which includes Appendices Chapters A, B, C, D, F, G, H and I, Title 24 Part 11 – California Green Building Code, and the City of La Verne amendments to portions of these codes also known as the 2025 California Building Standards Code, by reference, with certain changes and modifications, and making revisions thereto.

AGENDA City Council 1/20/2026 Page 5

8. Community Development Block Grant Program for 2026-27. This is the 52nd funding year for the Community Development Block Grant Program. According to the Los Angeles Council Community Development Block Grant Bulletin, the City of La Verne is anticipated to be allocated $137,721 in Community Development Block Grant funds.

Recommendation:

That the City Council conduct a Public Hearing, and upon closing the Public Hearing, approve a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE,

CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK

GRANT PROGRAM AND SELECTING CERTAIN PROJECTS FOR FUNDING IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 - 2027."

9. Ordinance Amending the Old Town La Verne Specific Plan for Minimum Density Requirement in the Mixed-Use 1 Land District and Making Determination of Exemption from the California Environment Quality Act Pursuant to the Common Sense Exemption of CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). Ordinance Amending the Old Town La Verne Specific Plan for Minimum Density Requirement from 38 to 20 dwelling units per acre in the Mixed-Use 1 Land District and Making Determination of Exemption from the California Environment Quality Act Pursuant to the Common Sense Exemption of CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).

Recommendation:

That the City Council conduct a Public Hearing, and introduce by title only and waive further reading of an Ordinance titled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE,

CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE OLD TOWN LA VERNE SPECIFIC PLAN TO REVISE THE MINIMUM DENSITY REQUIREMENT IN THE MIXED-USE 1 LAND USE DISTRICT FROM 38 TO 20 DWELLING UNITS/ACRE" and find that the adoption is exempt from the California Environment Quality Act pursuant to the common sense exemption of CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3).

DISCUSSION CALENDAR

10. Discussion Regarding San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments and City of Pomona Arrow Highway Class IV Two-Way Bikeway Project Design and Potential City of La Verne Participation for Arrow Highway Rehabilitation The SGVCOG and the City of Pomona have finalized design plans for Class IV protected bikeways along Arrow Highway as part of a regional project to improve multimodal access to the Metro A-Line. The City Council is asked to provide input on potentially extending the bikeway to White Avenue as well as City investment in Arrow Highway street improvements within the City's jurisdiction.

Recommendation: That the City Council provide direction to staff on coordinating with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) and the City of Pomona on the design of the bikeway’s terminus and connectivity at the White Avenue/Arrow Highway intersection and the roadway segment within the La Verne city limits, including opportunities to incorporate pavement rehabilitation as part of the project.

11. Approving a Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of La Verne and the La Verne Police Officers’ Association and Authorizing Execution by the City Manager.

Consideration and approval of a successor Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of La Verne and the La Verne Police Officers’ Association (LVPOA). The proposed actions include approving the new MOU, authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement, appropriating Measure LV funds to the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Budget, and adopting a resolution establishing the updated salary chart for full-time employees.

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Recommendation: That the City Council:

1. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of La Verne and the La Verne Police Officers’ Association; and

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding with the La Verne Police Officers’ Association; and

3. Appropriate $142,760 from Measure LV to the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Budget.

12. Resolution Adopting a Salary Chart for Full-Time Employees. The attached resolution and associated full-time salary chart reflect negotiated and required compensation adjustments for certain full-time employee classifications, including increases for La Verne Police Officer Association employees, the Ambulance Operator position, and a previously approved, but deferred, salary adjustment for the City Manager position.

Recommendation:

That the City Council adopt the Resolution titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF

THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A SALARY CHART FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES.”

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 concern. This is also the time for Council Members to report on conferences and/or meetings they have attended per Assembly Bill 1234.

ADJOURNMENT

THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL IS SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2026 at 5:30 P.M.

Posting Statement: A true copy of this Agenda was posted on January 13, 2026, 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

Wednesday, January 21 - Senior Advisory Committee meeting, La Verne Community Center, 10:00 am

Wednesday, January 21 - Parks & Recreation Commission, City Hall, 5:30 pm

Tuesday, January 21 - Youth & Family Action Committee, City Hall, 5:00 pm

Wednesday, January 28 - Active Transportation & Infrastructure Commission meeting, City Hall, 4:00 pm

Monday, February 2 - Old Town La Verne Business Improvement District meeting, Café Wang, 8:30 am - 9:30 am

Monday, February 2 - City Council meeting, City Hall Council Chamber, 5:30 pm

Saturday, February 7 - Strategic Planning Session, City Hall, 9 :00 am

Monday, February 9 - Senior Movie Matinee, Community Center, 12:30 pm

Friday, February 13 - Dance for Those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Community Center, 5:00 pm

Monday, February 16 - City Council meeting, City Hall, 5:30 pm

Wednesday, February 18 - State of the City, University of La Verne, Abraham Campus Center, 2000 2nd Street, La Verne, 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Wednesday, February 18 - Senior Advisory Committee meeting, Community Center, 10:00 am

Wednesday, February 18 - Finance Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm

Table of Contents
City Council Agenda Packet, Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Agenda 1
Agenda Items

PRESENTATIONS
Damien High School Boys' Water Polo Team Recognition
Christmas Morning Volunteers Recognition
Martin Luther King Day Proclamation

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. Council Minutes of the December 15, 2025 Closed Session and Regular meeting 8

2. Registers of Audited Demands 15

3. Award of Contract to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company for Kuns Park Playground Replacement 26

4. Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2025 47

5. RESOLUTION Adopting a Salary Chart for Part-Time Employees 76

6. Second Reading and Adoption of ORDINANCE 26-1138 Pertaining to Regulation Unmanned Aircraft (Drones) 87

PUBLIC HEARINGS

7. ORDINANCE Adopting the 2026 LA County Building Code, 2025 Fire Code, & Green Building Code by reference 94

8. Community Development Block Grant Program for 2026-27 108

9. ORDINANCE Amending the Old Town LV Specific Plan for Minimum Density Requirement in the Mixed-Use 1 Land District 112

DISCUSSION CALENDAR

10. SGVCOG/Pomona Arrow Highway Class IV Two-Way Bikeway Design 119

11. Approving a MOU between the City of LV & LV Police Officers' Association and Authorizing Execution by the City Manager 125

12. RESOLUTION Adopting a Salary Chart for Full-Time Employees 195

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
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Closed Session at 5:30 PM
Regular Meeting 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 837 4196 8140 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.

CLOSED SESSION AGENDA - 5:30 PM

CALL TO ORDER
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.

CITY Of LA VERNE
AGENDA City Council 1/20/2026 Page 2

CLOSED SESSION TOPIC

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.

Public Employee Performance Evaluation, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b)(1): Title: City Manager
The City Council will recess and reconvene at 6:30 PM for the regularly scheduled City Council meeting.

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 6:30 PM

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - MARINE CORP VETERAN RICHARD OLIVAS 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.

PRESENTATIONS

Damien Boys Water Polo - Damien High School Water Polo delivered a standout 2025 season, finishing 19–16 overall and 5–3 in Baseline League play to earn second place in league. The Spartans capped the year with a memorable CIF Southern Section Division 2 playoff run, advancing to the championship match and qualifying for the CIF State Tournament.

Damien’s postseason success was defined by resilience and composure, as the Spartans earned three overtime victories during the CIFSS playoffs to reach the Division 2 finals. Their ability to perform in high-pressure moments became a hallmark of the team’s identity.

Individual honors: Zack Montoya, Aaron Kashifalghita, and Zachariah Verduzco-Murphy earning First Team All-Baseline League recognition. Kieran Gore and Maddox Redfearn were named Second Team All-Baseline League, while Benjamin Shehee and Brennon Dallas earned Honorable Mention All-Baseline League honors.

With a league runner-up finish, a Division 2 finals appearance, and a berth in the CIF State Tournament, the 2025 Spartans set a high standard and built strong momentum for the program’s future.

Team coaches are Robert Echeverria and Jesse Johnston. Players are:

Darren Cheng Brennon Dallas Brayden Drown Liam Ferrer
Landen Garca Kieran Gore Jonathan Jimenez Aaron Kashifalghita

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Landon Mendoza Zachkary Montoya Ralph Munoz Dieg
o Negrete
Maddoz Redfearn Luke Rudy Benjamin Shehee Jorge Sol
is
Diego Solis Zechariah Verduzco-
Murphy

Christmas Morning Volunteers Recognition - The Christmas Morning event requires detailed coordination from City Staff across numerous departments and selfless volunteers from the community to ensure that Santa greets every resident on Christmas Morning. During this time, we honor all who assisted in the Christmas Morning event.

Martin Luther King Day Proclamation - We honor the life and legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a transformative leader whose courage, compassion, and moral clarity reshaped our nation and moved us closer to justice.

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 & Regular meeting of December 15, 2025.

Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes.

2. Register of Audited Demands in the amount of $565,563.28, dated 12/11/25, and in the amount of $2,591,381.59 dated 12/17/25, and in the amount of $1,669,457.89, dated 12/22/25.

Recommendation: That the City Council approve the audited demands.

3. Award of Contract to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company for Kuns Park Playground Replacement. Due to being over 30 years old, the Kuns Park playground is a candidate for modernization and accessibility improvements. Staff recommends awarding a contract to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company through the SourceWell cooperative purchasing program for the installation of a new, ADA-compliant play structure with rubberized surfacing and integrated shade structure.

Recomm
endation: That the City Council:

1. Award a contract to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company in the amount of $196,684.07 for the removal, site preparation, and installation of playground equipment at Kuns Park; and

2. Adopt a Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Adopted Budget in the amount of $198,184.07 within the Measure A Fund to fully fund the Kuns Park Playground Equipment Project (Project No. PK2601).

AGENDA City Council 1/20/2026 Page 4

4. Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Year Ending June 30, 2025. The City has completed its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The ACFR, detailing the City's financial position and operating activities, is accessible on the City’s website: www.laverneca.gov/ACFR.

Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report which includes a Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting and on Compliance and Other Matters, along with the Auditor Letter to the City Council for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025.

5. Resolution Adopting a Salary Chart for Part-Time Employees. The attached resolution and associated part-time salary table reflect adjustments in compensation resulting from increases in the California Minimum Wage.

Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the attached Resolution titled, “A RESOLUTION

OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A SALARY CHART FOR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES.”

6. Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Pertaining to Regulating Unmanned Aircraft. City Council is asked to adopt an ordinance establishing local regulations governing the takeoff and landing of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), commonly referred to as drones.

Adoption of this ordinance ensures alignment with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) authority while appropriately exercising the City’s authority to regulate activities impacting public safety.

Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Ordinance 26-1138, entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 8.37 TO TITLE 8 OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING THE USE OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS (DRONES)."

PUBLIC HEARINGS

7. Ordinance Adopting the 2026 Los Angeles County Building Code and 2025 Fire Code and Green Building Code by Reference and Determination of Exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). The adoption of the 2026 Los Angeles County Building, the 2025 California Fire Code, and the Green Building Standards Code are required under the California Health and Safety Code. These codes are established to provide the City of La Verne with the minimum construction and property maintenance standards that promote the health and welfare of the public, to make buildings more efficient in the use of materials and energy, and to reduce environmental impact during and after construction.

Recomm
endation: That the City Council adopt the attached Ordinance adopting Title 26 – Build
ing Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 27 – Electrical Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 28 – Plumbing Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 29 – Mechanical Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 30 – Residential Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 24 Part 9 – California Fire Code including Appendices Chapters 4, B, C, D, and I, Title 24 Part 7 – Wildland-Urban Interface Code which includes Appendices Chapters A, B, C, D, F, G, H and I, Title 24 Part 11 – California Green Building Code, and the City of La Verne amendments to portions of these codes also known as the 2025 California Building Standards Code, by reference, with certain changes and modifications, and making revisions thereto.

AGENDA City Council 1/20/2026 Page 5

8. Community Development Block Grant Program for 2026-27. This is the 52nd funding year for the Community Development Block Grant Program. According to the Los Angeles Council Community Development Block Grant Bulletin, the City of La Verne is anticipated to be allocated $137,721 in Community Development Block Grant funds. This item approves participation in the program and how to spend the funds.

Recomm
endation:

That the City Council
conduct a Public Hearing, and upon closing the Public Hearing, approve a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE,

CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK

GRANT PROGRAM AND SELECTING CERTAIN PROJECTS FOR FUNDING IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 - 2027."

9. Ordinance Amending the Old Town La Verne Specific Plan for Minimum Density Requirement in the Mixed-Use 1 Land District and Making Determination of Exemption from the California Environment Quality Act Pursuant to the Common Sense Exemption of CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). Ordinance Amending the Old Town La Verne Specific Plan for Minimum Density Requirement from 38 to 20 dwelling units per acre in the Mixed-Use 1 Land District and Making Determination of Exemption from the California Environment Quality Act Pursuant to the Common Sense Exemption of CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).

Recomm
endation:

That the City Council
conduct a Public Hearing, and introduce by title only and waive further reading of an Ordinance titled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE,

CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE OLD TOWN LA VERNE SPECIFIC PLAN TO REVISE THE MINIMUM DENSITY REQUIREMENT IN THE MIXED-USE 1 LAND USE DISTRICT FROM 38 TO 20 DWELLING UNITS/ACRE" and find that the adoption is exempt from the California Environment Quality Act pursuant to the common sense exemption of CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3).

DISCUSSION CALENDAR

10. Discussion Regarding San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments and City of Pomona Arrow Highway Class IV Two-Way Bikeway Project Design and Potential City of La Verne Participation for Arrow Highway Rehabilitation The SGVCOG and the City of Pomona have finalized design plans for Class IV protected bikeways along Arrow Highway as part of a regional project to improve multimodal access to the Metro A-Line. The City Council is asked to provide input on potentially extending the bikeway to White Avenue as well as City investment in Arrow Highway street improvements within the City's jurisdiction.

Recommendation: That the City Council provide direction to staff on coordinating with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) and the City of Pomona on the design of the bikeway’s terminus and connectivity at the White Avenue/Arrow Highway intersection and the roadway segment within the La Verne city limits, including opportunities to incorporate pavement rehabilitation as part of the project.

11. Approving a Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of La Verne and the La Verne Police Officers’ Association and Authorizing Execution by the City Manager.

Consideration and approval of a successor Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of La Verne and the La Verne Police Officers’ Association (LVPOA). The proposed actions include approving the new MOU, authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement, appropriating Measure LV funds to the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Budget, and adopting a resolution establishing the

AGENDA City Council 1/20/2026 Page 6

updated salary chart for full-time employees.

Recommendation: That the City Council:

1. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of La Verne and the La Verne Police Officers’ Association; and

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding with the La Verne Police Officers’ Association.

12. Resolution Adopting a Salary Chart for Full-Time Employees. The attached resolution and associated full-time salary chart reflect negotiated and required compensation adjustments for certain full-time employee classifications, including increases for La Verne Police Officer Association employees, the Ambulance Operator position, and a previously approved, but deferred, salary adjustment for the City Manager position.

Recomm
endation: That the City Council adopt the Resolution titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE

CITY COUNCIL OF

THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A SALARY CHART FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES.”

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 concern. This is also the time for Council Members to report on conferences and/or meetings they have attended per Assembly Bill 1234.

ADJOURNMENT

THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL IS SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2026 at 5:30 P.M.

Posting Statement: A true copy of this Agenda was posted on January 13, 2026, 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

Wednesday, January 21 - Senior Advisory Committee meeting, La Verne Community Center, 10:00 am

Wednesday, January 21 - Parks & Recreation Commission, City Hall, 5:30 pm

Tuesday, January 21 - Youth & Family Action Committee, City Hall, 5:00 pm

Wednesday, January 28 - Active Transportation & Infrastructure Commission meeting, City Hall, 4:00 pm

Monday, February 2 - Old Town La Verne Business Improvement District meeting, Café Wang, 8:30 am - 9:30 am

Monday, February 2 - City Council meeting, City Hall Council Chamber, 5:30 pm

Saturday, February 7 - Strategic Planning Session, City Hall, 9 :00 am

Monday, February 9 - Senior Movie Matinee, Community Center, 12:30 pm

Friday, February 13 - Dance for Those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Community Center, 5:00 pm

Monday, February 16 - City Council meeting, City Hall, 5:30 pm

Wednesday, February 18 - State of the City, University of La Verne, Abraham Campus Center, 2000 2nd Street, La Verne, 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Wednesday, February 18 - Senior Advisory Committee meeting, Community Center, 10:00 am

Wednesday, February 18 - Finance Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm

MINUTES OF THE CLOSED SESSION & REGULAR MEETIN OF THE
CITY COUNCIL ON DECEMBER 15, 2025

ACTION MINUTES
“See Italics”
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA - 5:30 PM

CALL TO ORDER – meeting 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 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.

Conference with Legal Counsel, Existing Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Gonzalez v. City of La Verne, Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 24STCV34625.

The City Council recessed at 5:32 PM and will reconvene at 6:30 PM for the regularly scheduled City Council meeting.

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 6:30 PM – meeting was called to order at 6:34 PM.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - US MARINE CORP, IRAQ VETERAN KEVIN SMITH Mayor Pro Tem Kashifalghita, on behalf of the City Council, presented Kevin with a Pride of La Verne certificate.

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

Bonita High School Boys’ Water Polo 2025 - The Bonita Boy’s Water Polo team finished the 2025 season with an overall record of 23-12 and placed second in the Palomares League. The team advanced to the CIF playoffs where they had the number 8 seed and after 4 rounds of play and a goal differential of 68-49, the team advanced to the championship game against the number 2 overall seed, Temecula Valley High School, where they won the Division 3 CIF Championship with a score of 10-9. The team was coached by Dillon Unsoeld and assisted by Cody Lehotsky and Bryce Riihimaki.

Julian Falk Eian Bane Carsen Mayville Antonio Finnianos Bradley Radnotti Ethan Beltran Adien Minter Matt Humpert Andres Parra Gary Watson Evan Andrade Jake Spielbuehler Carbon Snider Jeffrey Heaton Giancarlo Garcia Bareden Scoffinger Bronx Aponte Jayden Diekmann

Council presented each player with a Pride of La Verne certificate and an In-n-Out gift card.

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.)

Council Announcements: Mayor Hepburn thanked staff for the numerous successful City Events that occurred recently.

Council Member Johnson announced the upcoming concert at the Church of the Brethren on Sunday, December 21st at 4:00 PM.

Council Member Lau reminded everyone of the upcoming Blood Drive at the University of La Verne on Thursday, December 18th from 10:00 am to 4:00 PM.

Public Announcements: Sherry Best and Kathy Kalousek, LV Historical Society, Adrian Romero, LV Library.

City Attorney Hall Barlow announced a fundraiser she is performing in, of It’s a Wonderful Life.

Tickets are still available, performance will run from Thursday, December 18th through Sunday, December 21st .

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.)

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Consent Calendar Item #2 was pulled for further discussion; the remainder of the Consent Calendar was approved by a vote of 5-0.

1. City Council Minutes of the Regular and Closed Session meeting of December 1, 2025.

Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes. Approved

2. Register of Audited Demands in the amount of $2,252,716.47, dated 11/19/25 and in the amount of $1,432,600.83, dated 11/25/25, and in the amount of $2,926,471.32, dated 12/03/25.

Recommendation: That the City Council approve the audited demands.

After further discussion regarding the RKA invoicing process, this item was approved 5-0.

3. Authorization to Purchase Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Digital Water Meters.

Authorization of sole source purchase of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) digital water meters from HydroPro Solutions, Inc.

Recommendation: That the City Council:

1. Authorize staff to issue a sole-source purchase order to HydroPro Solutions, Inc., an authorized distributor of Master Meter's Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) digital water meters, registers, skirts, and related components in the amount not to exceed $540,000.00; and

2. Approve the use of funds previously appropriated from Fund 507 (Water Capital Improvement Funds) to CIP Project No. WT2304; and

3. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all purchase orders and related documents necessary to complete this procurement, up to the total appropriated amounts approved by the City Council.

All recommendations as stated above were approved.

4. Development Impact Fee Report for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2025. Pursuant to Government Code Section 66006, this report provides detailed information on the collection, interest earned, expenditures, and balances of the City's development impact fees as of June 30, 2025. During the fiscal year, the Park Development and Storm Drain Funds incurred expenditures, while the remaining funds did not and continue to hold balances for future projects. This report is submitted in compliance with State legislative requirements.

Recommendation: That the City Council receive, file, and make available to the public the Development Impact Fee Annual Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, and adopt the required five-year findings pursuant to Government Code Section 66001(d). Approved

5. Resolution Cancelling the January 5, 2026 City Council meeting. The first meeting in January 2026, is proposed to be canceled due to the Christmas and New Year holidays and tentative agenda schedule with no items requiring immediate City Council action. Accordingly, the canceling of a City Council Meeting is being placed on the agenda, so the City Council can formally adopt a resolution to cancel the meeting.

Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Resolution cancelling the January 5, 2026 meeting. Approved

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PUBLIC HEARINGS

6. Adoption of Urgency Ordinance and introduction of regular Ordinance adopting the 2026 Los Angeles County Building Code, 2025 Fire Code, and the Green Building Code by Reference. The adoption of the 2026 Los Angeles County Building, the 2025 California Fire Code, and the Green Buildings Standards Code are required under the California Health and Safety Code. These codes are established to provide the City of La Verne with the minimum construction and property maintenance standards that promote the health and welfare of the public, to make buildings more efficient in the use of materials and energy, and to reduce environmental impact during and after construction. On November 25, 2025, the County of Los Angeles adopted an amended version of these codes, and it is necessary for the City of La Verne to adopt these changes.

Recommendation: That the City Council:

1. Hold a duly noticed public hearing and adopt the attached Urgency Ordinance adopting Title 26 – Building Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 27 – Electrical Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 28 – Plumbing Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 29 – Mechanical Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 30 – Residential Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 24 Part 9 – California Fire Code including Appendices Chapters 4, B, C, D, and I, Title 24 Part 7 – Wildland-Urban Interface Code which includes Appendices Chapters A, B, C, D, F, G, H and I, Title 24 Part 11 – California Green Building Code, and the City of La Verne amendments to portions of these codes also known as the 2025 California Building Standards Code, by reference, with certain changes and modifications, and making revisions thereto; and

2. Introduce by title only, waive reading an Ordinance adopting Title 26 – Building Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 27 – Electrical Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 28 – Plumbing Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 29 – Mechanical Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 30 – Residential Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 24 Part 9 – California Fire Code including Appendices Chapters 4, B, C, D, and I, Title 24 Part 7 – Wildland-Urban Interface Code which includes Appendices Chapters A, B, C, D, F, G, H and I, Title 24 Part 11 – California Green Building Code, and the City of La Verne amendments to portions of these codes also known as the 2025 California Building Standards Code, by reference, with certain changes and modifications, and making revisions thereto; and

3. Set a public hearing for the second reading of the Ordinance (Recommendation No. 2) pursuant to Government Code section 50022.3 to occur at 6:30 PM on January 20, 2025; and

4. Authorize and direct the City Clerk to notice and publish the public meeting and public hearing as required by law.

Mayor Hepburn opened the Public Hearing and City Engineer Howing reported on this item.

Council Discussion/Comments: Council asked how many of the codes have changed, also noted that LA County made these changes on November 25th which did not give enough notice to residents and staff.

Public Comments: None

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Further Council Comments: Regarding the important change to the High Fire Zones, sprinklers inside homes, and ADU’s, roof styles and roof products for fire safety.

It was moved by Kashifalghita, seconded by Crosby, and approved by a vote of 5-0.

7. First Reading of an Ordinance Pertaining to Regulating Unmanned Aircraft. Staff has identified a need to establish regulations governing the operation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (drones) within City limits. A proposed ordinance has been prepared and is presented for first reading initiating the formal adoption process.

Recommendation: That the City Council introduce by title only and waive further reading of an Ordinance titled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 8.37 TO TITLE 8 OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING THE USE OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS (DRONES)"

Mayor Hepburn opened the Public Hearing and LVPD Sergeant Cambero reported on this item.

Council Discussion/Comments: Council questioned where a drone can take off and land and possible interference with emergency operations violations and activity permits with insurance.

Public Comments: None

It was moved by Crosby, seconded by Lau, and approved by a vote of 5-0.

DISCUSSION CALENDAR

8. Resolution Authorizing the Appointment of CalPERS Retired Annuitant Kathy Cordova to Temporarily Fill a Critically Needed Position Pursuant to the Government Code.

Resolution authorizing the temporary appointment of Payroll Specialist Kathy Cordova as a CalPERS retired annuitant following her retirement. This appointment will ensure uninterrupted payroll operations and timely completion of critical year-end CalPERS, IRS, and audit reporting.

The action complies with CalPERS regulations and will have no additional cost to the City.

Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE

CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT AND 180-DAY WAIT PERIOD EXCEPTION FOR RETIRED ANNUITANT KATHY CORDOVA," pursuant to Government Code Sections 21221(h), and CalPERS regulations.

Assistance City Manager Ranells reported on this item.

Council Discussion/Comments: Council provided various comments

Public Comments: None

It was moved by Kashifalghita, seconded by Johnson, and approved by a vote of 5-0.

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THE LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL WILL RECESS TO MEET AS THE LA VERNE JOINT PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY; FOLLOWING THE CITY COUNCIL WILL IMMEDIATELY RECONVENE.

Regular meeting recessed at 7:27 PM.

LA VERNE PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY

9. Extension of Management and Asset Services Agreements with Haven Management Through December 2026. Approve the extension of the Management and Asset Agreement(s) with Haven Management Services through December 31, 2026, under existing terms to ensure continued stability and compliance for the La Verne Public Financing Authority-owned mobile home parks while preparing for a future competitive RFP process.

Recommendation: That the La Verne Public Financing Authority authorize the Executive Director to execute extensions of the existing Management and Asset Agreements for La Verne Mobile Country Club and Valley Rancho Mobile Home Park with Haven Management Services, under the current terms and conditions through December 31, 2026, in a form approved by Agency Counsel.

Assistant City Manager Ranells reported on this item.

Council Discussion/Comments: Council provided various comments

Public Comments: None

It was moved by Johnson, seconded by Crosby, and approved by a vote of 5-0.

THE LA VERNE JOINT PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY WILL ADJOURN AND THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WILL IMMEDIATELY RECONVENE.

Regular meeting reconvened at 7:34 PM.

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 comments: Richard Bowen and Terry, a resident regarding previous comments on water costs.

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.

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Council Comments: Council Member Lau commented on the recent holiday festivities, and the successful downtown Walk of Honor ceremony, the pavers look great. Also, a reminder Tri City Mental Health is looking for another member from the community to be a representative on the Governing Board, applications are on the City website and also available on the Tri City website, applications are due on January 12th by 5:00 PM. The ULV Women’s Volleyball Team made it to the finals, however, did not win the final match. Great teamwork by all!

Council Member Crosby is looking forward to honoring Damien’s Water Polo team at the meeting in January for making it to the finals. Parking restrictions will be suspended from Christmas Eve through New Year’s Eve. Happy Holidays to all, looking forward to Christmas Morning even with the forecasted rain, rain will not stop the event.

Mayor Pro Tem Kashifalghita is reminded of the goodness in people and seeing the amazing folks that were laying wreaths on the Veterans graves at the LV Cemetery. Also Winter Wonderland was an amazing event with all the families and kids, staff did a wonderful job. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy New Year.

Council Member Johnson thanked his fellow Council members for being at the Veterans Memorial wreath ceremony, and the Rotary Clubs Project. Christmas Morning is one of my favorite times, when neighbors all come out and the fire vehicles with sirens come by announcing Santa is coming, it warms my heart to see that happening. There is a concert at Church of the Brethren on Sunday, December 21st at 4:00 PM.

Mayor Hepburn commented there are some amazing events happening in our community these last few weeks of the year. As we rotate between functions, Walk of Fame and Winter Wonderland it is important to remember there is a lot of bad stuff going on right now. Slow down, pay attention and be safe. Thank you all and thank you for your participation. See you in 2026!

ADJOURNMENT - meeting adjourned at 7:34 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Debra Fritz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk
City of La Verne

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Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026

CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AlJDITED DEMANDS
12/11/2025
FY 25-26

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

SUMMARY OF DEMANDS
LAROE ST IO CITY DEMAND PAYMENTS OTHER THAN PAYROLL AND RELATED BENEFITS. __ Al_M_ O~UNT ___ IS_S_U_E_D_T~O ____________ -=D:.=E:::S.=C:..:cRl:.:..P..:..T:..:clO:.:..N'---------------- ------ ----- l.

2. 3.

4. s.

6. 7.

8. 9.

10. 129,593. 25 STRATEGIC CONTRACTING SERVICES
98,622.58 TRI COUNTY PUMP COMPANY
78,163.02 ECONOLITE SYSTEMS, INC.
52, 159-44 ST A TE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD
50,160 .63 DURATECH USA, INC.
19,062.75 CIVILTEC ENGINEERING. INC.
14,809.50 STRYKER SALES CORPORATION
12,944.64 SALT WORKS, INC.
7,931.00 ENVIRONMENT CONTROL PUENTE HILLS

7.581.65 ALL STAR FIRE EQUIPMENT
69,038.12 OTHER DEMANDS
540,066 .58
PA YROLL 11/9/2025-11/22/2025 & EXPENSES (L.A. CLEAR!

LA VERNE HEIGHTS WELL BOWL REPLACEMENT

BATTERY BACKUP SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
ANNUAL FEE 7/ln5-f> /30/26
2ND HALF MDC PATROL FLEET COMPUTERS
ENGINEERING SERVICES - OCTOBER 2025
EQUIPMENT SERVICE PLAN 25/26
SALT
MAJNTENANCE SERVICES· DECEMBER 2025

SUPPLIES
DEMANDS OF $25,496.70 WERE P AJD ON BEHALF OF LA IMP ACT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCE OPERATIONS.

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

FINANCE DIRECTOR
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Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
CITY OF LA VERNE FY 25-26
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHfBIT A 12/ 11/25
CHECK NO. AMOUNT ISSUED TO
175631 400.00 AJ'S ENTERT AfNMENT
175632 111.00 ALEXANDERCALENDARSLLC
175633 l42 .00 APCO
175634 [07.23 C & £ LLJMBER COMPANY
175635 938.98 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS
175636 4,971.40 CHARTER OAK GYMNASTICS fNC
175637 35.00 CINTAS
175638 [9,062.75 CIVIL TEC ENGINEERING, INC.
175639 248.70 CPAC, lNC.
175640 2.732.92 DANlELS TLRE SERVICE
175641 50,160.63 DURA TECH USA, INC.
175642 78, l63.02 ECONOLLTE SYSTEMS, JNC.
175643 68.36 EVERSOFT
175644 204.72 FLUID TECH
175645 2,600.00 FRANCISCO JAUREGUl
175646 238.52 FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS
175647 142.0Z HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES
175648 565.00 HOMETOWN RENTALS
175649 113.00 INMARK
175650 47.73 KING OF ASADA INC.
175651 175.00 MCLAY SERVICES, INC.
175652 27.63 0 DP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, LLC
175653 640.00 PANERA BREAD
[75654 5,278.94 PARKHOUSE TIRE, INC.
175655 508.68 PISTONBONES PRINTING, JNC.
[75656 121.75 PRISTINE UNIFORMS
175657 90.00 SAFESHRED COMPANY, fNC.
175658 218.37 CONNECT A SA TELLJTE S0LUT[ONS LLC
175659 16.61 SO CAL GASCO
175660 29.60 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON
175661 14,809.50 STRYKER SALES CORPORATION
175662 1, 100.00 STUMP FENCE CO.
175663 52, 159.44 ST ATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD
175664 1,078 .48 TEC COLOR CRAFT
175665 2,579.71 TPX COMMUNICATIONS
l75666 89.07 VERIZON WlRELESS
175667 452.72 WAGE WORKS, INC.
175668 2,961.00 WEBBY DANCE COMPANY
175669 1.318.28 WELLS FARGO VENDOR FINANCIAL SVCS
175670 341.52 WEXBANK
175671 1,327.99 WHITE CAP, L.P.
175672 1.048.00 B&H PHOTO VIDEO
175673 2,654.02 MASERGY CLOUD C0MMVNICA TIONS, INC
175674 38.21 ODP BUSINESS S0LUTJONS, LLC
175675 4,461.97 PAO CONSTRUCT[0N, fNC-.
175676 425.00 TOWERSTREAM CORPORATION
EFT 7,581.65 ALL STAR FIRE EQUIPMENT
EFT 1,538.15 COLLEGIATE PRESS
EFT 7,931.00 ENVIRONMENT CONTROL PUENTE HILLS
EFT 2,698.04 GELLER, ALUSON
EFT 709.53 GUTIERREZ, MARK
EFT 3,840.89 HARRINGTON INDUSTR1AL PLASTICS, LLC
EFT l ,563.87 HASA, (NC.

EFT 28.00 JULIAN, ADDIEL
EFT 1,020.21 L.N. CLJRTIS AND SONS
EFT 441.79 LA VERNE POWER EQUrPMENT, INC.

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Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
CITY OF LA VERNE FY 25~26
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A 12/11/25
CHECK NO. AMOUNT lSSUEDTO
EFT 2,034.88 LIFE-ASSIST, INC.

EFT 976.61 LOPEZ, TIMOTHY
EFT 148.09 RUSH TRUCK CENTERS
EFT 12,944.64 SALT WORKS, INC.

EFT 935.00 SOUTHLAND MECHANICAL. INC.

EFT 805.00 SPRAGUE PEST SOLUTIONS
EFT 1,200.00 THE COUNSELING TEAM INTERNATIONAL
EFT 1,353.05 TIBBETTS.TRAVIS
EFT 98,622.58 TRI COUNTY PUMP COMPANY
EFT 2.024.87 TURBO DATA SYSTEMS, fNC.

EFT 100.00 UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT
EFT 851.24 WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLY
EFT 4,829.29 WESTERN WATER WORKS
EFT 859.23 AMAZON CAJPTAL SVCS
EFT 431.25 MICHAEL W. TYNES
EFT 129,593.25 STRATEGIC CONTRACTING SERVICES
540.066.58
25,496.70
Total Demand 565,563.28
LAIMPACT Law Enforcement Task force Demands
MULTIPLE 19,000.00 LAI ENFORCEMENT OPERA TJONS
175677 927.93 CBE LOS ANGELES

1.75678 2,350.00 CODE 5 GROUP, LLC.
175679 10.95 FEDERAL EXPRESS CORPORA TlON
175680 I 10.00 SOUTHLAND SHREDDING. INC.
175681 200.12 T-MOBILE
175682 2,500.00 TOWNSEND PUBLIC AFFAIRS, INC
175683 397.70 TRANSUNlONRISK & ALTERNATTVE DATA
Total 25,496.70
LAIMPACT demands are paid from federal asset forfeiture dollars allocated to LA[MPACT crime prevention activities. These funds are not City funds and are not available for City use outside ofLAIMPACT activities.

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CITY OF LA VERNE

REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS
12117no2s
FY 2025-2026

DEMANDS PRESENTED HAVE BEEN APPROVED CONSISTENT WITH THE CITY'S PURCHASING/FUNDING POLICY AND HA VE BEEN REVIEWED BY THE DIRECTOR FOR ACCURACY AND

PROPER APPROVAL

SUMMARY OF DEMANDS
LARGEST 10 CITY DEMAND PAYMENTS OTHER THAN PAYROLL AND RELATED BENEITTS.

AMOUNT
I. 609,571.61

2. 328,411.13

3. 137,248.77
4, 129,826.06
5, 62,264.52

6. 31,792.76
7, 25,662.34

8. 17,732.00

9. 16,016.45
10, 14,027.77
74,523.56
s 1,447,076.97

ISSUED TO

CONVERGINT TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
THREE VALLEYS MUNICIPAL WATER DIST.

STRATEGIC CONTRACTING SERVICES

RKA CONSUL TING GROUP

NATIONAL AUTO FLEET GROUP
U.S. BANK CORPORA TE PAYMENT SYSTEMS

GREENSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES INC

INLAND VALLEY HUMANE SOCIETY

BLACK & VEATCH CORPORATION

A THENS SERVICES

OTHER DEMANDS

DESCRJPTION
LA VERNE ROAD NETWORK AND PlJBLIC SAFETY FACILITY MGMT SYS IMPROV. PROJECT NOVEMBER 2025 WATER USAGE
PAYROLL 11123/2025-1210612025 (L.A. CLEAR)

SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER ENGINEERING SERVICE VARIOUS LOCATIONS FORD 2025 POLICE INTERCEPTOR HYBRJD
CITY CREDIT CARD TRANSACTIONS SEPTEMBER 202.5
DECEMBER 2025 MAJNTENANCE SERVICE AND OTHER REPAIRS
NOVEMBER 2025 ANlMAL CARE AND CONTROL
NOVEMBER 2025 811.LINGLOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN

STREET SWEEPING CITY AND DOWNTOWN AREA
DEMANDS OF S21,815.00 WERE PAID ON BEHALF OF LAIMPACT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCE OPERATIONS.

DEMANDS OF S1.122.489.62 WERE PAID FOR PAYROLL AND EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RELATED ITEMS.

IN ACCORDANCE W1TH GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 37202, I HERESY CERTIFY THAT THIS rs A TRUE AND ACCURATE REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS.

CHruSTYW~

FINANCE DIRECTOR
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Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
CITY OF LA VERNE PY 2025-2026
REGISTER OF AUDJTED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A 12/17/2025
CHECK NO. AMOUNT ISSUED TO
175684 105.00 AARP
175685 49.39 ACT NOW SIGNS
175686 200.00 AMERICAN TANK TESTJNG
175687 250,00 APODACA , RAYMOND
175688 14,027,77 ATHENS SERVICES
175689 250.00 BARBA, KRYSTLE
175690 842,35 CENTRALSQUARE TECHNOLOGrES, LLC
175691 1,299,00 CHARTER COM MUNI CA TlONS
175692 12,600,24 CITY OF POMONA
175693 609,571.61 CONVERGINT TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
175694 3,102.14 DATAPROSE , INC.
175695 15.00 DENISE FISHER
175696 107.00 DIRECTV
175697 500,00 DUYPHAM
175698 334.7 I FACTORY MOTOR PARTS
175699 468.00 FRESHMOBILECA LLC
175700 4,347,58 Hl STANDARD AUTOMOTIVE, LLC
175701 255.00 PRISCILLA HOLMES
175702 4,1 19, 15 INGELS. RADFORD
175703 1,522,3 I INLAND EMPIRE STAGES, LTD.
175704 17,732.00 INLAND VALLEY HUMANE SOCIETY
175705 120.80 IPBRMIT, LLC
175706 100.00 ISABELLA COTA
175707 290.32 JB BOSTICK, LLC
175708 1,000.00 LA VERNE PETTY CASH
175709 100.00 LAUREN A USTRJA
175710 675,00 MCLAY SERVICES, INC.
175711 125,00 MMASC
17S712 136.88 LUKAS MORRJS
175713 62,264.52 NATIONAL AUTO FLEET GROUP
175714 900,00 ONYX PAVING CO. INC
175715 4,999.98 PRIMARY PHARMACEUT ICALS, INC.
175716 1,365.59 PRJSTTNE UNIFORMS
175717 50.20 REGIONAL TAP SERVICE CENTER
175718 I 61.33 RENEWELL PLEET SERVI CE LLC
175719 7.50 RUDY G. MAINTEN ANCE, INC.
175720 40.00 SAN GABRJEL VALLEY ClTY MANAGER' S
175721 5 I 7.08 SO CAL INDUSTR IES
175722 94.17 SOUTHERN CALIFORN IA EDISON
175723 638.14 SPRAGUES', INC.
175724 4,725.00 SUPERJOR COURT OF CA,COUNTY OF L.A.
175725 702.00 THE CREPE DUDE, LLC
175726 700.00 THE DOMINGUEZ GROUP
175727 278.10 TROPICA L BREEZ E POOLS
175728 41.34 WALTERS WHOLESALE ELECTRIC CO.
175729 13.10 WELLBROCK BUILDERS
175730 I, 108.06 WHITE CAP. L.P.
175731 2,567,00 WM CORPORA TE SERVICES, INC.
175732 349.99 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS
175733 2,258.88 CHARTER COMMUN ICATIONS
175734 75.00 SOCAL SHRED LLC
175735 I, 100.00 TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS
EFT 115,00 ALL PURPOSE DOCUMENT DESTRUCTTON
EFT 5,186.88 ASSET WORKS, LLC
EFT 16,0 I 6.45 BLACK & VEATCH CORPORAT ION
EFT 5,242.46 CAMPBELL , LARRY
EFT 258.15 GAETA SR., EDUARDO
EFT 2,139.00 GENERAL CODE, LLC
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Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
CITY OF LA VERNE FY 2025-2026

REGISTER OP AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A
CHECK NO.

EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT

BANK DRAFT
Total Demands
AMOUNT
25,662.34
162.71
933.54
l3.95
627.5S
125.51
129,826.06
261,28
482.79
1,129.54
1, 158.00
328,411.13

56.43 57.50
270.94
695.00
137,248.77
31,792.76
1,447,076.97
I, I 22,489.62
21,815.00
2,591,381.59

ISSUED TO

GREENSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES INC

HACK COMPANY

HIRSCH PIPE AND SUPPLY

KRONOS I NCO RPO RA TED
L.N. CURTIS AND SONS
LA VERNE POWER EQUIPMENT, INC.

RKA CONSULTING GROUP

SANDERS LOCK & KEY

SILVA, JULLIAN
SOUTHLAND MECHANICAL, INC.

SPRAGUE PEST SOLUTIONS
THREE VALLEYS MUNICIPAL WATER DIST.

UNIVERSAL FLEET SUPPLY

WEINREB, ALAN

WELLS, JOSHUA
WEST COAST ARBORJSTS, INC.

STRATEGIC CONTRACTrNG SERVICES
U.S. BANK CORPORA TE PAYMENT SYSTEMS
Total Payroll and Employee Benefit Payments
Total LA IMPACT Demands
12117/2025

Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
CITY OF LA VERNE FY 2025-2026
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS· EXHIBfT A
CHECK NO. AMOUNT
Payroll and Employee Benefit Payments:
175745 612.00
175746 8,436.37
175747 150.00
EFT 4.00
BANK DRAFT 681,244.68
BANK DRAFT 132,171.20
BANK DRAFT 220,289.44
BANK DRAFT 44,962.96
BANK DRAFT 24,156.82
BANK DRAFT 571.46
EFT 3,395.60
EFT 2,336.38
EFT 3.408.71
EFT 750.00
Total I, 122,489.62

ISSUED TO

CJTY OF LA VERNE EMPLOYEE FUND

EMPOWER TRUST COMPANY, LLC-ROTH
FIDELITY INVESTMENTS #P0754

UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN

PAYROLL

UNITED STA TES TREASURY

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

STATE OF CALIFORNIA
EMPOWER TRUST COMPANY, LLC-457
STATE DISBURSEMENT 8D0005689

LA VERNE FIRE ASSOCIATION
LA VERNE POLICE OFFICERS ASSOC.

CHARLES SCHWAB BANK

MISSION SQUARE
Break down of standard providers and the benefits they provide Provider Benefits Description
Wage Works
US Treasury
Stale of California
Mass Mutual A
Mass Mutual B
Mass Mutual Roth
Lincoln National
Fire/Police/La Verne Employee Fund
LAIMPACT Law Enforcement Task Force Demands
Plexible Savings Account (FSA) deductions
Employee federal tax 11~thholdings
Employee state income tax. unemployment insurance and child support/garnishments 401A plan
457B plan
Roth plan
Replacement Social Security plan
Employee Group Dues
175736 6,960.00 CALL YO 2009 CORP.
175737 839.53 CBE LOS ANGELES
175738 1,099.00 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS
175739 4,060.75 DELL MARKETTNG LP
175740 l.309. to LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERJFF'S DEPT.
175741
]75742
175743
175744
EFT

MULTIPLE
Total
390.00
110.00
1,062.50
4,234.12

1.750.00
21,815.00

NUWA Y JANITORJAL SERVICES
SOUTHLAND SHREDDTNG, INC.

TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS

VERIZON WIRELESS
FOOTHILL COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
12/17/202S
LA IMPACT demands are paid from federal asset forfeiture dollar,; allocated lo LA IMPACT crime prevention activities. These funds are not City funds and are 1101 available for City use outside ofLAIMPACT activities.

Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026

CITY OF LA VERNE

REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS
12/22/2025
FY 25-26

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

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

AMOUNT
I. 82,762.25

2. 56,857.18

3. 23,560.00

4. 22,794.00

5. 21,525.00

6. 16,852.33
7, 15,743.65

8. 15,281.93

9. 13,169.40

10. 12,959,09
I 73,541.17
s 455,046,00

ISSUED TO
STRATEGIC CONTRACTING SERVlCES
GRBCON, INC.

PAVEMENT REHAB COMPANY

GREENSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICE INC

LINX AUTOMATION

ROGER BASS

BL YTHBURN ENTERPRISES

LIBERTY COASTAL LLC
KTU&A

FIRE APPARATUS SOLUTIONS

OTHER DEMANDS

DESCRIPTION
PAYROLL 12/07/2025 - 12/20/2025 (L.A. CLEAR)

PROGRESS PAYMENT LAS FLORES PARK MODULAR RESTROOM IMPROVEMENT PROJECT PROGRESS PAYMENT FY 2024-25 CRACK SEAUSLURRY SEAL PROJECT DECEMBER 2025 MAINTENANCE CITY WIDE
SCADA NETWORK AND PROGRAMING 08/25/25 TO 11/13/2025
DECEMBER 2025 SERVICE CONTRACT (L.A. CLEAR}
DECEMBER 2025 SERVICE CONTRACT (L.A. CLEAR}
DECEMBER 2025 SERVICE CONTRACT (L.A. CLEAR)
NOVEMBER 2025 LA VERNE PARK & RECREATION MASTER PLAN

CYLINDER ANO HOSE REPLACEMENTS FOR RELIEF TILLERS
DEMANDS OF 5 1,187,572.58 WERE PAID FOR PAYROLL AND EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RELATED ITEMS.

DEMANDS OF $26,839.31 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 AUDITED DEMANDS.

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CtTY OF LA VERNE FY 25-26
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A 1;2122125
CHECK NO. AMOUNT ISSUED TO
175748 1,977.95 AARDVARK
175749 J 86.76 ACTION A WARDS, INC.
175750 4,887.00 ALL1ANT INSURANCE SERVICES, INC,
175751 13.50 AMERICAN THERMOFORM CORP.
175752 591.18 ANDY GUMP, INC.
175753 1,247.44 AT&T MOBILITY
175754 609.85 ATKINSON,ANDELSON,LOYA,RVUD & ROMO
175755 495.00 BACKFLOW SOLUTIONS, INC.
175756 304.50 BREAK TIME YOGA, LLC
175757 78.49 C & E LUMBER COMPANY
t75758 2,352.00 CHARTER OAK GYMNASTICS INC
17S759 11,450.00 COMPLETE PAPERLESS SOLUTIONS, LLC
175760 290.00 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
175761 2,430.64 EVERSOFT
175762 223.56 FACTORY MOTOR PARTS
175763 12,959.09 FJREAPPARATUS SOLUTIONS
175764 299.46 FOOTHILL BUILDING MATERIALS
175765 2,312.97 FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS
175766 290.00 FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS
175767 1,437.11 GARO BEDROSSIAN AND
. 175768 700.00 GMC ELECTRJCAL, INC .
175769 323.58 GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY
175770 16S.00 HEDRICK FIRE PROTECTION
175771 504.98 HOLLIDAY ROCK CO.
175772 175.00 HOMETOWN RENTALS
l 75773 358.38 HUNTINGTON HARDWARE CO.
175774 1,271.06 YWCA SAN GABRIEL VALLEY
175775 196.96 LEONARD KILMAN
175776 3.00 KNOWNHOST LLC
175777 1,214.09 LANS COMPRESSORS, INC
175778 2,963.33 LIGHTING INSTYLE
175779 738.68 LINE GEAR
175780 21,525.00 LlNX AUTOMATJON
17578,l 253.74 MALLORY SAFETY AND SUPPLY LLC
175782 498.72 MANOUGIAN YEN
175783 1,078.00 MOMAR INCORPORATED
175784 58.0S MONTGOMERY HARDWARE CO.
175785 493.00 NATIONAL RECREATION & PARK ASSN.
175786 10,105.14 OLD TOWN LA VERNE BUSINESS ASSN.
175787 100.00 ONEIDA RODRIGUEZ
175788 2,000.00 ORANGE FfSH & CO
175789 23,560.00 PAVEMENT REHAB COMPANY
175790 970.00 PREMIER FAMILY MEDICINE ASSOCIATES
175791 1,356.68 SAM'S CLUB/SYNCHRONY BANK
175792 9,450.00 SAN GABRIEL VALLEY PUBLIC SAFETY
175793 1,765.04 SCHWALM GENERATION, INC.
175794 1,350.00 SOUTHERN CALIF. REG. RAIL AUTH.
175795 156.29 SOUTHERN CALIFORNlA EDISON
175796 885.66 SPRAGUES', INC.
175797 130.71 TURF STAR, INC.
175798 391.75 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
175799 l,246.00 YOUTH EVOLUTION ACTIVITIES
175800 389.36 YWCA OF SAN GABRIEL VALLEY
175801 287.71 B&H PHOTO VIDEO
175802 2,596.77 MASERGY CLOUD COMMUNICATIONS, INC
175803 10.87 ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, LLC

Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
CITY OF LA VERNE FY 25-26
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A 12/22/25
CHECK NO. AMOUNT JSSUEDTO
175804 1,372.26 VERIZON WIRELESS
EFT 837.90 CID CL YOE 1. BERMEO
EFT 1,940.00 COMMERCIAL DOOR COMPANY, INC.

EFT 1,854.65 DETROlT AUTO BODY, TNC.

EFT 8S2.00 EMPLOY AMERICA-SOCIAL VOCATIONAL SRVC
EFT 709.83 EWlNG lRRIGATION PRODUCTS
BFT 1,268.31 FIRST-CITIZENS BANK & TRUST CO.

EFT 764.40 GfRON, ANTHONY
EFT 230.93 GRAINGER
EFT 56,857, 18 GRBCON, INC.

EFT 22,794.00 GREENSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICE INC
EFT 43.68 GUZMAN, !SABELLA
EFT 917.29 HAAKER EQUIPMENT CO.

EFT 1,573.10 HACH COMPANY
EFT 1,531.83 HASA, fNC.

EFT 36.08 HIRSCH PIPE AND SUPPLY
EFT 13,169.40 KTU&A
EFT 3,191.84 LIFE-ASSIST, fNC.

EFT 9,460.00 RAFTELIS FINANCIAL CONSULTANTS, INC.

EFT 325.00 RKA CONSUL TING GROUP
EFT 148.46 SANDERS LOCK & KEY
EFT 8,040.93 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA NEWS GROUP
EFT 673.43 SUN BADGE CO.

EFT 325.00 THE COUNSELING TEAM INTERNATIONAL
EFT 3,642.50 WATERTALENT LLC
EFT 3,171.40 WAXIE SANJTARY SUPPLY
EFT 406.75 WESTERN WATER WORKS
EFT 11,204.16 BLUE ROCK OR NORTH IDAHO, LLC
EFT 15,743.65 BL YTHBURN ENTERPRISES
EFT 7,000.00 CASTILLO CRJMINAL lNTELLIGENCE CONS
EFT 10,166.67 CORDRAY ENTERPRISES LLC
EFT 8,937.50 DEROIAN VENTURES LLC
EFT 15,281.93 LIBERTY COASTAL LLC
EFT 5,516.00 MARLYNPACHECOLLC
EFT 16,852.33 ROGER BASS
EFT 82,762.25 STRATEGIC CONTRACTING SER VlCES
BANK DRAWN 11,734.31 SO CAL GAS CO
455.046.00
I, I 87,572.58 Total Payroll and Employee Benefit Payments 26,839.31 Total LAIMPACT Demands
Total Demand I ,669,457.89
Pal::oll and Emelol'.ee Benefit Pal'.ments:
175811 365.88 HEATHER REYES
EFT 4.00 UNlTED WAY CAMPAIGN
BANK DRAFT 717,032.13 PAYROLL
BANK DRAFT 177,002.73 UNITED STATES TREASURY
BANK DRAFT 60,418.51 STATE OF CALIFORNIA
BANK DRAFT 192,800.82 STATE OF CALIFORNIA
BANK DRAFT 7,396.88 EMPOWER TRUST COMPANY, LLC-ROTH
BANK DRAFT 7,945.13 EMPOWER TRUST COMPANY, LLC-401A
BANK DRAFT 21,769.59 EMPOWER TRUST COMPANY, LLC-457
BANK DRAFT 510.46 STATE DISBURSEMENT BD0005689
EFT 2,326.45 CHARLBS SCHWAB BANK
Total 1,187,572.58

Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
CITY OF LA VERNE FY 25-26

REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIB IT A
CHECK NO. AMOUNT ISSUED TO
Break down of standard providers and the benefits they provide Provider Benefits Description
Wage Works
US Treasury
State ofCulitbmia
Mass Mutual A
Mnss Mutual B
Mass Mutual Roth
Lincoln Nattonal
!~ire/Police/La Verne Employee
Flexible Savings Account (FSA) deductions
Employee federal tax withholdings
Employee-state income tax, unemployment insurance and child support/gamishm~nts 401A plan
457B plan
Roth plan
Replacement SoclaJ Security plan
Employee Group Dues
LA IMPACT Law Enforcement Task Force Demands
175805 88.40 CBE LOS ANGELES
175806 9,971.76 CITY OF PASADENA
175807 1,219.15 BANK OF AMERJCA
175808 I S,000.00 DA V1S FARR LLP
175809 450.00 FLEETCREW, INC.
175810 I 10.00 SOUTHLAND SHREDDrNG INC.

Total 26,839.31
12/22/25
LAIMPACT demands are paid from federal asset forfeiture dollars allocated to LA[MPACT crime prevention activities. These funds are not City funds and are not available for City use outside ofLALMPACT activities.

City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report

DATE: January 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Yvonne Duran, Parks & Recreation Director
SUBJECT: AWARD OF CONTRACT TO MIRACLE RECREATION EQUIPMENT COMPANY FOR KUNS PARK PLAYGROUND REPLACEMENT.

SUMMARY
Due to being over 30 years old, the Kuns Park playground is a candidate for modernization and accessibility improvements. Staff recommends awarding a contract to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company through the SourceWell cooperative purchasing program for the installation of a new, ADA-compliant play structure with rubberized surfacing and integrated shade structure.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council:

1. Award a contract to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company in the amount of $196,684.07 for the removal, site preparation, and installation of playground equipment at Kuns Park; and

2. Adopt a Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Adopted Budget in the amount of $198,184.07 within the Measure A Fund to fully fund the Kuns Park Playground Equipment Project (Project No. PK2601).

DISCUSSION
The existing playground equipment at Kuns Park is more than 30 years old. Due to its age, replacement parts are no longer available, and the structure cannot be retrofitted to meet current standards. In addition to the deteriorating condition of interactive features, the double slide recently broke, posing a potential safety hazard that had to be sectioned off. Accordingly, the existing playground is recommended to be removed and replaced with a new, accessible compliant structure. This continues the City's investment in our parks and playgrounds, that has seen several new playground facilities completed in the last several years. Importantly, staff has identified funding through Measure A, the Los Angeles County Safe, Clean Neighborhood Parks and Beaches Measure of 2016 (Measure A).

City Staff have partnered with Miracle Recreation Equipment Company to design a dynamic play structure tailored to children ages 2 to 12. The proposed playground design meets all current safety and ADA accessibility standards (see Attachment). To ensure accessibility and safety, the structure will be installed with a rubberized pour-in-place surfacing system, replacing

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Award of Contract to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company for Kuns Park Playground Replacement., Page 2

the traditional engineered wood chips. An integrated shade structure will also be included to provide critical sun protection for children and equipment alike.

The City of La Verne is a participating member of SourceWell, a cooperative purchasing program that provides access to nationally bid contracts. SourceWell contracts leverage national buying power, resulting in competitive pricing and streamlined procurement processes for its members. Miracle Recreation Equipment Co. is an approved vendor under a current SourceWell contract for playground equipment and related services. The pricing for the proposed structure is based on SourceWell’s pre-negotiated rates, allowing the City to achieve cost savings on both equipment and delivery.

Pursuant to Section F.10 of the City’s Purchasing Policies and Procedures, the use of cooperative purchasing contracts such as SourceWell is permitted and consistent with California Public Contract Code Section 10298.

Miracle Recreation Equipment Co. has demonstrated outstanding service throughout the design and planning process. The company has been highly responsive to the City’s unique design needs and committed to delivering a turnkey solution. From prior playground improvements, their team provided exemplary customer service and thorough attention to detail, helping the City ensure our residents a high-quality and fully integrated playground experience.

FISCAL ANALYSIS
The total cost of the Kuns Park Playground Equipment Project is estimated at $198,184.07 and will be fully funded through the City of La Verne’s annual allocation from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD). This includes $196,684.07 for the purchase, construction, and installation of the new playground equipment and $1,500 for playground inspection costs. RPOSD administers the Los Angeles County Safe, Clean Neighborhood Parks and Beaches Measure of 2016 (Measure A), which provides funding for park improvement projects throughout the county.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
This project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15301 – Existing Facilities, and is also consistent with the environmental guidelines established by the City of La Verne.

LEGAL REVIEW
The report was reviewed and approved by the City Attorney.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Resolution Appropriating Funds for Kuns Park Playground PK2601

2. Kuns Park, City of La Verne - Miracle Playground 1.8.26

Coordinated with:

Christy Lopez, Finance Director

Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 ADOPTED BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF $198,184.07 WITHIN THE MEASURE A (Fund 237) FUND FOR THE KUNS PARK PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT PROJECT, PROJECT NO. PK2601

WHEREAS, the playground at Kuns Park is more than 30 years old and no longer meets current safety and accessibility standards; and

WHEREAS, the City of La Verne desires to replace the existing playground equipment at Kuns Park to ensure compliance with applicable safety and accessibility requirements and to enhance recreational opportunities for the community; and

WHEREAS, the total cost of the Kuns Park Playground Equipment Project is estimated at $198,184.07, which includes $196,684.07 for the purchase, construction, and installation of new playground equipment and $1,500 for playground inspection costs; and

WHEREAS, the project will be fully funded through the City of La Verne’s annual allocation from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD), which administers the Los Angeles County Safe, Clean Neighborhood Parks and Beaches Measure of 2016 (Measure A); and

WHEREAS, there is a need to amend the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Adopted Budget to appropriate Measure A (Fund 237) funds in the amount of $198,184.07 to fully fund this project.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Verne as follows:

Section 1. That the City Council hereby amends the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Adopted Budget in the amount of $198,184.07 and appropriates said amount within the Measure A Fund (Fund 237) to fund the Kuns Park Playground Equipment Project, Project No.

PK2601.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of January, 2026.

______________________________________
Mayor Tim Hepburn
ATTEST:

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_______________________________
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 20th day of January, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

____________________________________
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk

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Kuns Park, City of La
Verne - Miracle
Playground - 1.8.26

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Miracle

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MIRACLE PLAYGROUND SALES OF SC
Rob Fryhoff 01/08/2026

CORONA, CA
800-264-7225
Kuns Park
City of La Verne
877-215-3869
GROUND SPACE:

PROTECTIVE AREA:

DRAWN BY: DATE:

PHONE NO:

FAX NO:

To promote safe and proper equipment use
by children. Miracle recommends the
installation of either a Miracle safety sign or
other appropriate safety signage near each
playsystem's main entry point(s) to inform
parents and supervisors of the age
appropriateness of the playsystem and
general rules for safe play. AN ENERGY ABSORBING PROTECTIVE

SURFACE IS REQUIRED UNDER & AROUND ALL

PLAY SYSTEMS

COMPLIES TO ASTM/CPSC

THE PLAY COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED IN THIS
PLAN ARE IPEMA CERTIFIED. THE USE AND

LAYOUT OF THESE COMPONENTS CONFORM
TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF ASTM F1487.

ELEVATED PLAY ACTIVITIES - TOTAL:

ELEVATED PLAY ACTIVITIES ACCESIBLE BY TRANSFER:

ELEVATED PLAY ACTIVITIES ACCESIBLE BY RAMP:

GROUND LEVEL ACTIVITY TYPE:

GROUND LEVEL QUANTITY:

REQ'D
REQ'D
REQ'D
REQ'D
AGE GROUP:
47'-6" x 44'-6"
48'-6" x 51'-6"
25020684
1101 CALIFORNIA AVESTE 209
0 0
5 13
12 0
6 3
4 2-12_ASTM
5' HONEYCOMB

CLIMBER
7147555

SHUTTLE CLIMBER
71469214
5'
DECK
7145029
4'
DECK
7145029
4'
DECK
7145029
3'
DECK
7145029

ATTIC CLIMBER
7146964

GROOVE II

SLIDE VORTEX
7146384U

WIDGET PANEL

W/GEARS
71471523

3.5" ARCH SWING- (1 SEAT REQ'D)
MR0934

CONCERTO VIBES
4502

3.5" ARCH SWING- ADD-A-BAY (1 SEAT REQ'D)
MR0936

TUMBLE COG INSERT
714715215

WELCOME SIGN
FREESTANDING AGES 2-12
787002

TRANSFER
POINT
71485139

MAKE IT RAIN INSERT
714715211

L-SLIDE VORTEX
7149071U
1' ADA STAIR
7148109
1' ADA STAIR
7148109
360 DEG TOT SEAT 8'
2990
8' BELT SEAT

W/CHAIN
2840
360 TYPHOON II

SLIDE DOMED WAVE
71474859U

HOW TALL

RU PANEL
714633

HIDEAWAY

HAMMOCK
4684

MINI CITY SENSORY GARDEN WALL

DOUBLE SIDED
MR0884

FOUR-THE-WIN INSERT
714715205

HEX CLIMBER
TO 3' DK
7146933

FLOWER STAND PANEL
(BELOW DECK)
71471521B
TREE-O

CLIMBER
7146055

PLAYCOVER PYRAMID
20' X 20'', FLAME RETARDANT
71466920PFR
CONCERTO 3-CONGAS
4507

CONCERTO SPIN CABASAS LARGE
4505

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/
Miracle
✓
Payment Address
PO Box 734154
Dallas TX 75373-4154
Phone # (800) 264-7225
Fax # (877) 215-3869
[email protected]
www.miracle-recreation.com
Estimate Number MREC 9488
Estimate Date 12-18-2025
Expiration Date 02-07-2026
Customer City of La Verne
Name Yvonne Duran
Phone 909 596-8700
Email [email protected]
Sales Rep Rob Fryhoff
Email [email protected]
Payment Terms Net 30
Project Name
Kuns Park, City of La Verne - Miracle Playground - 1.8.26 Item Description Quantity Total
MREC 2-12 MREC 2-12
Custom 2-12 Year Old Playground from
Miracle Recreation Equipment Company.

Per Attached Drawings.
1 $61,841.00
Integrated Shade
Engineering
Integrated Shade Engineering1 $850.00
$62,691.00

10.5% Sales Tax $6,582.56
Product Total $69,273.56
Item Description Quantity Rate

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Freight MiracleFreight Miracle
Shipping costs for Miracle Recreation
Equipment. All prices FOB Destination.

Unloading is the responsibility of the
receiver. Parts will arrive loose and/or
palletized. We recommend at least three
people to unload a full play structure
delivery.
1 $4,502.67
MobilizationMobilization

MOBILIZE EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS
1 $1,680.00
Demolition Demolition

DEMO AND DISPOSE OF EXISTING

EQUIPMENT
1 $3,584.00
Demolition Demolition

DEMO AND DISPOSE OF EXISTING POUR
IN PLACE RUBBER SURFACING.

INCLUDING THE CONCRETE SUB BASE.

APPROXIMATELY 700 SQFT.
1 $6,272.00
Demolition Demolition

EXCAVATION AND DISPOSE OF EXISTING
WOODCHIPS APPROXIMATELY 1,900
SQFT
1 $6,384.00
Installation Installation

INSTALLATION ONLY OF MIRACLE

RECREATION EQUIPMENT
1 $35,840.00
Site Work Site Work

CONSTRUCT CONCRETE LEDGE CURB
ALONG PERIMETER BORDER. (PIP
FASTNER) APPROXIMATELY 198' LINEAR
FEET
1 $1,995.84

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Sub Base Sub Base

PROVIDE, GRADE AND COMPACT SUB
BASE MATERIALS. APPROXIMATELY
2,600 SQFT
1 $7,280.00
Surfacing Surfacing

PROVIDE AND INSTALL POUR IN PLACE
RUBBER SURFACING. 50/50 BLACK AND

STANDARD COLOR WITH AROMATIC
BINDER. EXCLUDES DESIGNS AND
GRAPHICS. APPROXIMATELY 2,600 SQFT.

FOR AN AVG. CFH OF 8'
1 $53,872.00
Bond Fee Bond Fee 1 $6,000.00
$127,410.51
Tax $0.00
Shipping, Handling and Non Taxable Services Total $127,410.51 Grand Total $196,684.07
NOTES AND EXCLUSIONS:
• Pricing based on Miracle Recreation's Sourcewell contract #030117-LTS. • This estimate shall not become binding until signed and returned for approval. • A signature indicates acceptance of all terms, conditions, and prices listed. • A signed quote will not substitute for a Purchase Order if one is required by the Customer. Make purchase orders out to Miracle Recreation.
• Exclusions: Fees & Permits, Playground Engineering, Inspections are not included. (Engineering included for integrated shade only.)
• Footing calculations for playground equipment can be added for an additional fee if required. • All signed quotes and/or purchase orders should be emailed to [email protected] or faxed to 877-215- 3869. Hard copies can be mailed to Miracle Playground Sales, 1101 California Ave, Suite 209, Corona, CA 92881.

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All installation services quoted above are by ORTCO, INC.

License #657695
DIR #1000001641
Ortco is a factory-certified installer for Miracle Recreation Equipment Company and Poligon. • ALL UNDERGROUND UTILITIES MUST BE CLEARLY MARKED.
• ANY DELAYS DUE TO UNMARKED UNDERGROUND UTILITIES WILL BE AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE.
• ANY ADDITIONAL WORK OR DELAYS CAUSED BY UNFORESEEN ROCK CONDITIONS WILL BE CHARGED ACCORDINGLY.
• WHEN REQUIRING CERTIFIED PAYROLL TO BE UPLOADED ON THE DIR WEBSITE,

PLEASE FORWARD YOUR DIR PROJECT NUMBER TO US ALONG WITH YOUR PO

BEFORE COMMENCEMENT OF THE PROJECT SO WE MAKE SURE WE ARE COMPLIANT IN SUBMITTING ALL PAYROLLS IN A TIMELY MANNER.
• DIRECT COST FOR ANY ADDITIONAL INSURANCE ABOVE AND BEYOND 1 MILLION FOR

GL, WC, AUTO, AND UMBRELLA WILL BE CHARGED DIRECTLY TO CUSTOMER, IF REQUIRED BY CONTRACT.
• ALL ITEMS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFICALLY QUOTED ABOVE ARE EXCLUDED.

THIS QUOTE IS LIMITED TO AND GOVERNED BY THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN. Miracle objects to any other terms proposed by the customer in writing or otherwise, as material alterations, and all such terms shall be void. The customer authorizes Miracle to ship the equipment and pay Miracle the total amount specified. Shipping terms are FOB the place of shipment via a common carrier designated by Miracle. The customer agrees to pay all additional service charges for past due invoices per the terms listed above. The customer must provide proper tax exemption certificates to Miracle and promptly pay and discharge all applicable taxes, license fees, levies, and dismiss other impositions on the equipment at its sole expense.

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WHY MIRACLE ®

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Miracle brings you the thrills of a lifetime.

Miracle is one of the nation’s fi rst and most innovative playground equipment manufacturers. We fi rst began shaping the future of play in 1927 when our founder Johnnie Ahrens created the Whirl — a tilting, kid-powered merry-go-round — based on the timeless insight that, “Kids want action.” That same inspiration has driven more than 90 years of innovation, including the introductions of the fi rst fi berglass slide (1963), the 25-foot Mega Tower® (2000s), and the Avalanche Inclusive Slide (2015). Our latest advance, the Extreme Generation adventure playground, delivers challenging physical events for kids seeking extreme play. Its design brings play to new heights, with innovative, fully-enclosed skyways that provide elaborate rope-course-inspired activities far above ground, safely adding an element of perceived risk to any play space.

This never-ending dedication to innovation is the reason why, even after more than 90 years, the Miracle legacy remains focused on building yours.

VERSALOK
®
Our clamp design
eliminates the need for
stacking multiple clamps
and features a stainless
steel tamper resistant
fastener.

GATOR GRIP
®
The 3D textured pattern
makes it easy for kids to
make their next moves.

MIRA-THERM™
This textured vinyl
coating for deck surfaces
helps prevent rapid
heat transfer, while the
hole pattern keeps little
fi ngers safe.

COMPOUNDED RESIN
Provides superior strength
and durability, advanced
color fastness and UV
resistance.

The Miracle Advantage
We believe the experience of building a playground should be as intuitive as playing on it. From design, specifi cation, funding, purchasing and installation, we’ll be with you every step of the way. Our customized design process is free because there should never be a charge to dream.

Let’s get you started by envisioning a playground that is meant for your community and right for your budget. It’s why our legacy has always been about building yours.

SAFETY
We’r
e committed to providing equipment that meets and/or
exceeds the performance safety specifi cations established by organizations such as ASTM, CPSC, CSA, CPSIA, IPEMA and EN.

To verify product certifi cation, visit www.ipema.org.
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PLAY EQUIPMENT

MANUFACTURERS

ASSOCIATION
MEMBER
Red lime Forest GreenTropical YellowYellow ChartreuseOrange Green lavender Plum BurgundySkyTeal Cyan Blue Cobalt
Beige WhiteBrown light GrayBrownstone GraystoneDark Brown Gray Black (Roofs Only)
Rock-ite® Plastic Colors
Roofs, Slides, Big Timber® Components, Crawl Tubes, Bongos™, Bumpers and Panels.

Mira-lene™ Panel Colors
Red-Sand
Plum-Sand
Beige-Forest
Green
Beige-Red Beige-Gray Gray-Black Black-White White-BlackDark Brown-Sand
Red-Yellow Yellow-Sand Yellow-Blue Orange-SandYellow-Black lime-Sand Forest
Green-Sand
Blue-Sand Blue-Yellow Blue-White Cobalt-Sand
Yellow Forest Green Sand BlackRed Royal Blue
Miracle Swing Seat Colors
Color Choices
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Red Lime Forest GreenTropical YellowYellow ChartreuseOrange Green WhiteBrownBurgundy Light Gray
Sand
SilverDark Brown Metallic Gray Black
(Posts & Clamps Only)
BeigeLavender PlumAzureTeal Blue Cobalt
Mira-Cote™ Powder-Coated Painted Metal Colors
Posts, Arches, Swings and Accents (Railings & Climbers).

Mira-Cote™ Antimicrobial Painted Metal Colors
This proprietary treatment helps minimize bacterial mold, algae growth and stains.

Yellow Habanero Rainforest Desert Dunes GrayOrange Mediterranean Safari Mahogany White Red Hunter GreenRoyal Blue SandBrown Dark Gray
Mira-Therm™ Textured Colors
Mira-Therm coatings for Decks, Steps, Ramps, Bridges and Cargo Climbers are available in either orthophtalate-free Mira-Therm 2 (vinyl) or Mira-Therm PE (polyethylene)–based coatings with Antimicrobial enhancements.

Miracle® uses high quality materials and state of the art manufacturing processes. Commercial playgrounds and products are subjected to years of environmental and solar exposure. Such extreme exposure takes its toll on paints and pigments, and all colors will fade over time. So Miracle® does not warrant against color fading or discoloration. It is important to properly maintain your playground to ensure its longevity. Depending on environmental conditions at your location, the installation of fabric shade structures may help to delay fading and discoloration.

Actual colors in catalog may vary due to four color printing process. 197 COLOR CHOiCES COLOR CHOiCES

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Navy Blue Chocolate
Blue
Royal Blue
Red
Cinnamon
Green
Laguna Blue Arizona
Yellow
Turquoise
Desert Sand
Rain ForestTerracotta
Terracotta
White
OliveSunflower Yellow
Desert Sand
Silver
Zesty LimeElectric Purple
Silver
Black
Perforated Diamond
Powder Coat OnlyPowder Coat and Plastisol
BrownBlue CharcoalGreenRed Sand WhiteBlack
Shade Fabric Colors
SHADESURE™ Fabrics Passes: NFPA 701 / ASTM-E84
COLOURSHADE® Fire Retardant Fabrics Passes: NFPA 701 / ASTM-E84 / OSFM TITLE 19 Site Furnishing Colors
Amenities receive a durable color coating that will not rust, crack, peel, or warp. Choose a powder coat color for framework and plastisol coating for table tops, seats, and backs.

Site Furnishing Patterns
Color Choices
Milwaukee
Brown
Recycled Plastic Colors
Cedar
Slat and Rib patterns (not shown)
available in select site furnishing
products.

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Warranty
Miracle Recreation Equipment Company warrants its products against structural failure due to defects in materials and workmanship for the warranty periods and material categories prescribed below.

Buyer agrees that products sold by Miracle Recreation Equipment Company carry only the following warranties:

1. lIMITED WARRANTY FOR AS lONG AS YOU OWN THE PRODUCT: Aluminum deck pos ts, steel deck posts, versalok® fastening system, cast aluminum parts, and stainless steel hardware.

2. lIMITED FIFTEEN (15) YEAR WARRANTY: All rigid steel playground components, decks, steps, and weldments, rotationally molded and sheet plastic components, plastic lumber, roof panels, and stainless steel slides, except as otherwise specified below.

3. lIMITED TEN (10) YEAR WARRANTY: Fabric shade steel frames, and Shadesure™ and Colourshade FR fabrics (Note Exception:
limited Five (5) Year Warranty on Shadesure™ fabrics in colors Red, Yellow, Electric Purple, zesty lime, Cinnamon, and Olive.)

4. lIMITED EIGHT (8) YEAR WARRANTY:
• Fiberglass signage, accessible swing seats, precast PolyFiberCrete or precast concrete products. • Play Terrain Synthetic Turf safety surfacing against deterioration of specified attenuation performance and appearance. • Integrated shade fabric and components against rot, Uv deterioration and defects in materials and workmanship (Note Exception: limited Three (3) Year Warranty for fabric in shades of red).

5. lIMITED FIvE (5) YEAR WARRANTY:
• Heavy duty diamond barrier mesh and Kidrox™ Climbing Rocks. • Mira-Therm™ PvC coating and PE coating agains t cracking or peeling. • Park and Site Amenities (i.e. benches, tables, trash receptacles, etc.). • GFRP (Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer) Products.
• Steel core cable nets and rope fittings and connections (Note Exception: Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear such as fraying or facing of cable coating).

6. lIMITED THREE (3) YEAR WARRANTY: Flexible belting, plastic border timbers and accessories, and electronic panel speakers, sound chips, and circuit boards.

7. lIMITED ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY:
• Slashproof Swing Seats, 360° Bucket Tot Swing Seats, and Tuff Net no climbing mesh. • Pool slide support structures, stairways, landings and railings. • All other products, components and custom pieces that are not specifically listed above, including, without limitation, all moving parts, such as swing hangers and bearings, swivels, chains, whirls, springs and flexible components, and all high wear items, such as trolleys, cables, wheels, and bumper stops related to rail and cable ride products.

BUYER’S REMEDY: If any products prove defective or non-conforming under normal use and within the above-prescribed warranty periods and material categories, Buyer must promptly notify Miracle in writing at 878 E. Hwy 60, Monett, MO 65708 USA. Miracle does not warranty that any particular color will be available for any period of time, and reserves the right to discontinue any color for any reason, without recourse by the Purchaser or Owner of the discontinued color. Miracle may elect to inspect the alleged defect at Buyer’s site or at Miracle’s facility. Buyer shall not return products to Miracle unless authorized by Miracle to do so. Authorized returns must be properly packaged and shipped prepaid and insured, at Buyer’s expense. Upon verification of warranty coverage, Miracle may elect, in its sole discretion, to repair defective or non-conforming products, or replace them by delivering products or part(s) of similar functionality free of charge to the site. Miracle’s limited warranties do not cover the cost of labor to remove defective or non -conforming part(s) or to install repaired or replacement part(s). By use of these limited warranties, Buyer accepts their terms and limitations, and waives any rights it would otherwise have to claim or assert that such warranties fail of their essential purpose. Buyer agrees that venue for any court action to enforce these limited warranties shall be in Barry or Greene Counties in the State of Missouri. lIMITATIONS: All warranty periods begin on the date of Miracle’s invoice. Repaired and/or replacement part(s) are warranted only for the balance of the original limited warranty period. Warranties extend only to the original Buyer/end user for products purchased from Miracle or a Miracle authorized reseller, and are not transferrable.

Warranties apply only to Miracle products that are erected and installed in conformance with Miracle’s installation instructions, and that are maintained and inspected in conformance with Miracle maintenance and operational instructions.

Warranties specifically do not cover Miracle products:
• for cosmetic damage or flaws occurring under normal use, such as surface scratches, minor chips, hairline cracks, dents, marring, efflorescence, color fade (except for shade fabric as noted above), discoloration, corrosion/rust, fraying, or warping of recycled plastic lumber;
• that have been modified, altered, or repaired by unauthorized third parties; • that have not been used as designed or intended, or misused; • to which non-Miracle parts have been added or substituted; • that have been removed from their original location and re-installed elsewhere, without pre-approval by Miracle; • or that have been damaged due to excessive wear and tear, vandalism, abnormal use, abuse, negligence, environmental factors (such as wind-blown sand, salt spray, or airborne emissions from industrial sources), extreme weather (such as hail, flooding, lightning, tornados, sandstorms, earthquakes, or wind storms), and acts of God.

THE FOREGOING lIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOlE AND EXClUSIvE WARRANTY FOR SEllER’S PRODUCTS, AND IS IN lIEU OF All OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPlIED, IN lAW OR IN FACT. SEllER SPECIFICAllY DISClAIMS All OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPlIED, INClUDING, WITHOUT lIMITATION, All IMPlIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABIlITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICUlAR USE OR PURPOSE, AND ANY IMPlIED WARRANTIES ARISING OUT OF COURSE OF DEAlING OR PERFORMANCE OR TRADE USAGE. SEllER SHAll NOT BE lIABlE FOR ANY INCIDENTAl, CONSEqUENTIAl, EXEMPlARY, SPECIAl, OR PUNITIvE DAMAGES, OR ANY lOSS OF REvENUE, PROFIT OR USE, ARISING OUT OF A BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SAlE, INSTAllATION, MAINTENANCE, USE, OPERATION OR REPAIR OF ANY PRODUCT. IN NO EvENT WIll SEllER BE lIABlE FOR ANY AMOUNT GREATER THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF A DEFECTIvE PRODUCT.

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• ISO 9001 Certification: The
International Standards Organization
is a network of national standard
institutes from 146 countries that
work in partnership with international
organizations, governments, industry,
business, and consumer
representatives to develop universal
standards for quality, environmental,
and management processes.

• The Miracle Recreation Equipment
company has been certified to
14001:2015 for its environmental
management system.

• Canadian Welding Bureau Certified
• The space requirements in this catalog are shown
to ASTM standards. Requirements for other
standards may be different.

• European Norm EN-1176. Miracle® offers
playgrounds that have been certified by Tüv
Product Service, the recognized testing house
designated by the European Union. This
certification demonstrates compliance with the
European Harmonized Standard for Commercial
Play Equipment, EN 1176.

• IPEMA Member: Miracle® is a member in good
standing of the International Play Equipment
Manufacturer’s Association (IPEMA), a mem-
ber-driven international trade organization which
represents and promotes an open market for
manufacturers of play equipment.
• In the interest of playground safety, the Interna-
tional Play Equipment Manufacturers Association
(IPEMA) provides a Third Party Certification
Service whereby a designated independent
laboratory, TÜv SÜD America Inc., (TÜv),
validates an equipment manufacturer’s certifica-
tion of conformance to the ASTM F1487 Standard
Consumer Safety Performance Specification for
Playground Equipment for Public Use, except
sections 7.1.1, 10, 13.1.1, 13.1.2, 13.2, and 13.3; to
CAN/CSA z614 Children’s Playspaces and
Equipment, except clauses 10 and 11; or both. A
list of current validated products may be viewed
at www.ipema.org.
• In the Interest of playground safety, the
International Play Equipment Manufacturers
Association (IPEMA) provides a Third Party
Certification program whereby a designated
independent laboratory, TÜv SÜD America Inc.,
(TÜv), validates a surfacing manufacturer’s
certification of conformance to ASTM F1292,
Standard Specification for Impact Attenuation
Under and Around Playground Equipment Perfor-
mance Criterion, Section 4.2; ASTM F1292,
Standard Specification for Impact Attenuation
Under and Around Playground Equipment Perfor-
mance Criterion (in its entirety); ASTM F3351,
Standard Test Method for Impact Testing In labo-
ratory at Specified Test Height; and for an
engineered wood fiber manufacturer its
certification of conformance, also to ASTM
F2075, Standard Specification for Engineered
Wood Fiber for Use as a Playground Safety
Surface Under and Around Playground Equip-
ment; and for a loose Fill Rubber manufacturer
its certification of conformance, also to ASTM
F3012, Standard Specification for loose Fill
Rubber for Use as a Playground Safety Surface
under and around Playground Equipment. A list
of current validated products, their thickness and
critical height may be viewed at www.ipema.org.

Certifications
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CERTIFIED
CSA W47.1
City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report

DATE: January 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Christy Lopez, Finance Director
SUBJECT: ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT FOR YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2025.

SUMMARY
The City has completed its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. This report has undergone a thorough audit by the independent firm Badawi & Associates (B&A). The ACFR, detailing the City's financial position and operating activities, is accessible on the City’s website: www.cityoflaverne.org/ACFR.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council receive and file the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report which includes a Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting and on Compliance and Other Matters, along with the Auditor Letter to the City Council for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025.

DISCUSSION
In accordance with the City of La Verne Municipal Code and applicable State law, an annual audit of the City’s financial records was completed by the City’s independent certified public accounting firm, Badawi & Associates (B&A). The audit was conducted in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America and Government Auditing Standards.

B&A issued an unmodified (“clean”) opinion on the City’s financial statements, representing the highest level of assurance that the financial statements are presented fairly, in all material respects, in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles. The Independent Auditor’s Report is included at the beginning of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

As part of the audit, B&A also performed procedures required under Government Auditing Standards, which included evaluating the City’s internal controls over financial reporting and testing compliance with applicable laws, regulations, contracts, and grant requirements. The auditors reviewed significant accounting estimates made by management and concluded they were reasonable. The financial statement disclosures were found to be neutral, consistent, and clearly presented. No audit findings or uncorrected misstatements were identified, and the auditors did not report any material weaknesses or significant deficiencies.

It is important to note that the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report represents a historical financial snapshot prepared after the close of the fiscal year. By contrast, the City’s budget is a forward-looking spending plan adopted prior to the fiscal year and reflects management’s and

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the City Council’s policy decisions and financial assumptions at the time of adoption.

Budgets are forward-looking plans that estimate how recurring revenues (like property or sales taxes) will cover recurring expenditures (i.e., employee costs and operations) for the upcoming fiscal year. A structural deficit, such as what the City has experienced, occurs when these ongoing expenses increase faster than ongoing revenues, requiring the use of one-time resources to balance the budget.

ACFRs are backward-looking actual results prepared using accrual accounting standards set by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). They provide a holistic view of all financial activities, including capital assets and long-term liabilities like pensions. While a healthy ACFR with a positive net position should be celebrated, it should not overshadow larger economic, revenue, and expenditure trends which more so control future operational expenditures.

FISCAL ANALYSIS
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.

LEGAL REVIEW
Not applicable.

ATTACHMENTS

1. ACFR portion - MD&A and Auditor Letter

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CITY OF LA VERNE
Year Ended June 30, 2025
December 30, 2025
To the Honorable Mayor, Members of the City Council, and Residents of the City of La Verne:

State law requires that every general-purpose local government publish an Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) that presents the financial position and results of operations for the fiscal year. We are pleased to submit the City of La Verne’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025. This report is published to fulfill that requirement and to provide residents, elected officials, creditors, and other interested parties with a comprehensive overview of the City’s financial condition.

The ACFR has been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAP) as prescrib ed by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). Responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, and fairness of the information presented rests with the City’s management. To the best of our knowledge and belief, the data presented in this report is accurate in all material respects and is reported in a manner designed to present fairly the City’s financial position and results of operations. Management has established and maintains a system of internal controls designed to ensure that financial information is reliable and that assets are protected from loss, theft, or misuse.

Organization and Governance
The City of La Verne operates under a council–manager form of government. The City Council is responsible for establishing policy and adopting the annual budget, while the City Manager is responsible for presenting the annual budget, implementing Council policies and overseeing daily operations. The City provides a full range of municipal services, including police, fire and emergency medical response, public works, community development, recreation, water, and sewer services.

Economic Environment and Long-Term Outlook
During fiscal year 2024-25, the City operated within a challenging and evolving economic environment shaped by elevated interest rates, moderated inflation, and continued shifts in consumer behavior. While employment conditions remained relatively stable and La Verne continues to function largely as a residential community, revenue growth remained constrained.

Sales tax revenues were flat year-over-year, reflecting the ongoing transition toward online purchasing and the redistribution of local sales tax associated with e-commerce fulfillment centers located outside the City. Property tax revenues increased modestly; however, growth continues to be limited by low residential turnover, a characteristic of La Verne’s stable homeowner base under Proposition 13. These trends highlight structural constraints on revenue growth that will continue to influence fiscal planning in the near term. v

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CITY OF LA VERNE

CITY HALL
3660 "D" Street. La Verne, California 91750-3599
www.cityoflaverne.org
General Administration 909/596-8726 • Water Customer SeNice 909/596-8744 • Community SeNices 909/596-8700 Public Works 909/596-87 41 • Finance 909/596-8716 • Community Development 909/596-8706 • Building 909/596-8713 Police Department 909/596-1913 • Fire Department 909/596-5991 • General Fax 909/596-8737 Despite these constraints, the City remains fiscally resilient. Strong reserve policies, disciplined expenditure management, and conservative revenue assumptions have allowed the City to maintain service levels while addressing long-term obligations. The City continues to prioritize financial sustainability and structural balance as guiding principles in budget development.

Financial Position and Results of Operations
As of June 30, 2025, the City reported total net position of $128 million, reflecting an increase of $8 million from the prior fiscal year. This figure represents all City funds including the General Fund, all Special Revenue Funds, and the Water and Sewer Fund. This improvement was driven by reductions in long-term liabilities, accumulation of restricted revenues for future capital and voter-approved purposes, and favorable investment performance.

While the City’s overall net position reflects l ong-term financial strength, it is important to distinguish between government-wide net position and the availability of General Fund resources for ongoing operations. Government-wide net position includes capital assets, restricted resources, and long-term liabilities, many of which are not available to fund current services or compensation costs.

At June 30, 2025, the General Fund reported a total fund balance of $20.9 million; however, the majority of this balance is not available for discretionary use. Significant portions of the General Fund balance are either restricted by law, committed by City Council for specific purposes, or classified as non-spendable. When these constraints are considered, the portion of the General Fund available to support ongoing operations, including salaries and benefits, is substantially lower than the total balance reported.

In addition, General Fund financial reporting reflects accumulated resources at a point in time and does not represent surplus revenues available for permanent expenditure increases. The City continues to face structural cost pressures, particularly related to pensions, retiree medical benefits, and inflationary operating costs. As a result, recurring compensation commitments must be evaluated against long-term revenue sustainability rather than one-time balances or accounting-driven changes in net position.

Accordingly, the City’s financial policies emphasize maintaining adequate reserves to manage economic uncertainty, fund emergencies, and address long-term obligations. These policies are intended to preserve fiscal stability and avoid reliance on non-recurring resources to support ongoing expenditures, which could compromise the City’s financial position in future years.

Governmental funds reported combined ending fund balances of $86 million, an increase of $8.2 million from the prior year. While a significant portion of these balances is restricted for specific purposes, the City maintains committed and assigned reserves consistent with Council-adopted policies to address emergencies, economic uncertainty, and future obligations.

Business-type activities, consisting of the Water and Sewer utilities, experienced a modest decrease in net position during the year, primarily due to pension-related accounting adjustments.

Utility operations remain supported by user fees, and comprehensive rate studies were completed during the year to address long-term infrastructure needs and operating cost pressures. Approved rate adjustments will take effect in calendar year 2026. vi

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Pension and Long-Term Liabilities
Long-term fiscal pressures continue to be dr iven primarily by pensi on and retiree medical obligations associated with the City’s participation in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS). While CalPERS reported favorable investment returns during fiscal year 2024-25, which reduced the City’s reported pension and OPEB liabilities, these investment gains do not result in immediate or proportional reductions to required employer contribution rates.

Employer contribution requirements remain subject to market volatility and actuarial assumptions that are beyond the City’s control.

Due to CalPERS’ actuarial smoothing policies and two-year reporting lag, changes in investment performance are reflected in employer contribution rates several years after the measurement date. As a result, the City does not expect to experience significant near-term reductions in required pension contributions, and future contribution levels may continue to fluctuate based on subsequent market performance and assumption changes.

The City has taken proactive steps to manage pensi on-related risks, including the issuance of a Pension Obligation Bond, the establishment of a Section 115 Pension Stabilization Trust, and ongoing monitoring of long-term pension forecasts. While these actions have improved predictability and provided tools to address future contribution volatility, pension costs remain an escalating expense and a significant concern to the City’s ability to preserve fiscal flexibility and long-term financial sustainability. These measures help manage risk over time but do not eliminate required contributions or guarantee immediate budgetary relief. Accordingly, pension obligations will continue to be a key factor in the City’s long-term financial planning and budget decisions.

Internal Controls and Audit
The City maintains a comprehensive system of internal controls designed to safeguard assets and ensure the reliability of financial reporting. These controls are designed to provide reasonable assurance that transactions are properly authorized and recorded, and that financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP. Management believes that the City’s internal control framework provides reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and the safeguarding of assets.

The City’s financial statements have been audited by Badawi & Associates, Certified Public Accountants. The independent auditor’s report, which expresses an unmodified opinion on the City’s financial statements, is included in this report. An “unmodified opinion,” otherwise known as a clean or unqualified opinion which is the best audit outcome, means the auditor found the City’s financial statements are presented fairly, in all material respects, according to accounting standards. The audit was conducted in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America and applicable Government Auditing Standards.

Awards and Acknowledgments
The City of La Verne was awarded the Government Finance Officers Association’s Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024. This prestigious national award recognizes conformance with the highest standards of governmental accounting and financial reporting. In order to be awarded a Certificate of Achievement, a government must publish an easily readable and efficiently organized ACFR that satisfies both generally accepted accounting principles and vii

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applicable legal requirements. We believe that this report continues to meet the Certificate of Achievement program’s rigorous standards and is submitted for consideration for the award for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025. The City has a longstanding commitment to transparency and high-quality financial reporting and continuously evaluates its reporting practices to ensure ongoing compliance with evolving accounting standards and best practices.

We would like to express our appreciation to the Finance Department staff for their dedication and professionalism in preparing this report. We also thank the City Council for their continued leadership and support of sound financial management practices.

We welcome questions or comments regarding this report and encourage interested parties to review the accompanying Management’s Discussion and Analysis for additional context.

Respectfully submitted,
K e n D o m e r
City Manager
Christy Lopez
Director of Finance
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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

To the Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
of the City of La Verne
La Verne, California

Report on the Audit of the Financial Statements

Opinions

We have audited the financial statements of the governme ntal activities, the busine ss-type activities, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund information of the City of La Verne (City), as of and for the year ended June 30, 2025, and the related notes to the financial statements, which collectively comprise City’s basic financial statements as listed in the table of contents.

In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements pres ent fairly, in all material respects, the respective financial position of the governmental activities, the business-type ac tivities, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund information of the City, as of June 30, 2025, and the respective changes in financial position and, where applicab le, cash flows thereof for the year then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Basis for Opinions

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

Responsibilities of Management for the Financial Statements

The City’s management is responsible for the preparatio n and fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with accounting princi ples generally accepted in the Unit ed States of America, and for the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

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

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BAD AWi & ASSOC IA TES
Certified Public Accountants
Address: 5901 O,ristie Avenue, Suite 307, Emel)Yille, CA 94608 • Phone: 510.768.825 • Fax: 510.768.8249 To the Honorable Mayor and Members
of the City Council of the City of La Verne
La Verne, California

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

In performing an audit in accordance with GAAS, we:
 Exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit.  Identify and assess the
risks of material misstat ement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, and design and pe rform audit procedures responsive to those risks. Such procedures include examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the fina ncial statements.
 Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circ umstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the City’s internal control. Accordingly, no such opinion is expressed.  Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting polic ies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as we ll as evaluate the overall presentation of the financial statements.
 Conclude whether, in our judgment, there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the City’s ability to continue as a going concern for a reasonable period of time.

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

Required Supplementary Information
Accounting principles generally acce pted in the United Stat es of America require that th e management’s discussion and analysis, budgetary comparison informat ion, and the required pension and OPEB schedules on pages 5-21 and 101-115 be presented to supplement the basic financial statements. Such information is the responsibility of management and, although not a pa rt of the basic financial statements, is required by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board who co nsiders it to be an essential part of financial reporting for placing the basic financial statements in an appropriate operational , economic, or historical context. We have applied certain limited procedures to the required supplementary information in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America, which consisted of inquiries of management about the methods of prepar ing the information and comparing the information for consistency with management’s responses to our inquiries, the basic financial statements, and other knowledge we obtained during our audit of the basic financial statements. We do not express an opinion or provide any assurance on the information because the lim ited procedures do not provide us with sufficient evidence to express an opinion or provide any assurance. 2

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To the Honorable Mayor and Members
of the City Council of the City of La Verne
La Verne, California

Supplementary Information
Our audit was conducted for the purpose of forming opinions on the financial statem ents that collectively
comprise the City’s basic financial statements. The budgetary comparison information for General fund, combining nonmajor fund statements, and budgetary comparison information for nonmajor governmental funds are presented for purposes of additional analysis and are not a re quired part of the basic financial statements.

The General Fund budgetary comparison schedule, co mbining and individual nonmajor fund statements, and the budgetary comparison schedu les for the nonmajor governmental funds are the responsibility of management and was derived from and relates directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the basic financial statements. Such information has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audit of the basic financ ial statements and certain additional procedures, including comparing and reconciling such information directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the basic financial statements or to the basic financial statements themselves, and other additional procedures in acco rdance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. In our opinion, the budgetary comparis on information for capital project funds, combining nonmajor fund statements, and budgetary comparison information for nonmajor governmental funds is fairly stated, in all material respects, in relation to the basic financial statements as a whole.

Other Information
Management is responsible for the other information included in the annual report. The other information comprises the introductory and statistical section bu t does not include the financial statements and our auditor's report thereon. Our opinions on the financial statements do not cover the other information, and we do not express an opinion or any form of assur ance thereon. In connection with our audit of the financial statements, our responsibilit y is to read the other informatio n and consider whether a material inconsistency exists between the other information and the financial statements, or the other information otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If, based on the work performed, we conclude that an uncorrected material misstatement of the other informat ion exists, we are required to describe it in our report.

Report on Summarized Comparative Information
We have previously audited the City’s 2024 financia l statements, and we expressed an unmodified audit opinion on those audited financial statements in our re port dated December 31, 2024. In our opinion, the summarized comparative information presented herein as of and for the year ended June 30, 2024, is consistent, in all material respects, with the audited financial statements from which it has been derived. 3

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of the City Council of the City of La Verne
La Verne, California

Other Reporting Required by Government Auditing Standards

In accordance with Government Auditing Standards, we have also issued our report dated December 30, 2025 on our consideration of the City’s internal control over financial reporting and on our tests of its compliance with certain provisions of laws, regulations, cont racts, and grant agreements and other matters. The purpose of that report is solely to describe the sc ope of our testing of internal control over financial reporting and compliance and the results of that testin g, and not to provide an opinion on the effectiveness of internal control over financ ial reporting or on compliance.

That report is an integral part of an audit
performed in accordance with Government Auditing St andards in considering the City’s internal control over financial reporting and compliance.

Badawi & Associates, CPAs
Emeryville, California
December 30, 2025
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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
As the management of the City of La Verne (“City”), we
present this narrative overview and
analysis of the City’s financial activities for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025. This discussion is intended to assist readers in understanding the City’s official, audited financial position and results of operations for the completed fiscal year. It explains what the City owned, owed, received, and spent during the year. and should be read in conjunction with the transmittal letter at the beginning of this report and the basic financial statements that follow this section.

Comparative information is presented where appropriate to highlight significant changes from the prior fiscal year. It is important to note that the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report represents a historical financial snapshot prepared after the close of the fiscal year in accordance with standardized governmental accounting principles and reviewed by independent auditors. By contrast, the City’s budget is a forward-looking spending plan adopted prior to the fiscal year and reflects management’s and the City Council’s policy decisions and financial assumptions at the time of adoption. Accordingly, the budget represents the City’s financial plan, while the ACFR provides the audited record of actual financial results.

Financial Highlights
As of June 30, 2025, the City’s assets and deferred outflows of resources exceeded its liabilities and deferred inflows of resources by $128 million, representing the City’s net position. Total net position increased by $8 million during the fiscal year.

At the close of fiscal year 2024-25, the City’s governmental funds reported combined ending fund balances of $82.1 million, an increase of $2.2 million compared to the prior year. Of this total, approximately 15.3 percent, or $12.6 million, is available for discretionary spending in the form of committed, assigned, and unassigned fund balance.

The General Fund reported a total fund balance of $20.9 million at year-end. This amount includes $9.76 million committed by the City Council for contingencies, equal to 20 percent of the General Fund operating budget for fiscal year 2024-25. consistent with the City’s adopted reserve policies intended to maintain fiscal stability and provid e protection against economic uncertainty and unforeseen events.

The City’s total long-term liabilities declined by $4.3 million, ending the fiscal year at $75.6 million.

Compensated absences decreased by $0.1 million or 38 percent. The decrease in compensated absences is primarily attributable to the implementation of GASB Statement No. 101, which revised the recognition criteria for compensated leave liabilities. The Other Post-Employment Benefits liability decreased by $876,000, or 16.6 percent, reflecting favorable investment returns that were immediately recognized in the valuation. The City’s Net Pension Liability declined by $1.1 million, or 4.9 percent, primarily due to strong investment performance for the year ended June 30, 2024 and updated actuarial experience from the June 30, 2023 valuation.

Collectively, these results reflect continued improvement in the City’s overall financial position, driven by liability reductions and restricted revenue accumulation, while discretionary resources remain constrained by long-term obligations.

Overview of the Financial Statements
This discussion and analysis serves as an introduction to the City’s basic financial statements, which consist of three components, government-wide financial statements, fund financial statements, and notes to the basic financial statements. Required Supplementary Information and additional combining statements follow the basic financial statements. 5

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Government-wide financial statements . The government-wide financial statements provide a long-term view of the City’s fi nancia
l position and are presented using an economic resources measurement focus and accrual basis of accounting, similar to private-sector financial statements. These statements address the question of whether the City’s overall financial condition improved or declined as a result of the year’s operations.

The Statement of Net Position reports the City’s assets, deferred outflows of resources, liabilities, and deferred inflows of resources, with the difference representing net position.

The Statement of Activities reports changes in net position during the fiscal year. Revenues and expenses are recognized when the underlying activity occurs, regardless of the timing of cash flows, providing a comprehensive view of the City’s economic activity.

Government-wide statements distinguish between governmental activities, which are primarily supported by taxes and intergovernmental revenues, and business-type activities, which are intended to recover costs through user fees. Governmental activities include police, fire, public works, and general government functions, while business-type activities consist of the City’s water and sewer utilities.

The government-wide financial statements also include three legally separate entities for which the City is financially accountable, the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, the La Verne Housing Authority, and the La Verne Financing Authority. These entities are reported as part of the primary government because they function as integral components of the City. The government-wide financial statements begin on page 26.

These changes strengthen the City’s long-term financial position but also highlight the importance of managing the timing of restricted revenues and capital investments to ensure alignment with future obligations.

Fund financial statements. Fund financial statements provide information about the City’s individual funds and focus on short-term fiscal accountability. The City uses fund accounting to demonstrate compliance with legal and financial requirements.

Governmental funds. Governmental fund statements focus on near-term inflows and outflows of spendable resources and the balances available at fiscal year-end. Because this perspective differs from the long-term government-wide view, reconciliation schedules are provided to explain the differences.

The City maintains 43 governmental funds, five of which are reported as major funds, the General Fund, Measure LV, Measure A, ARPA, and the Forfeiture LA IMPACT Fund. All other governmental funds are presented in aggregate, with detailed combining statements included later in the report.

Proprietary funds . The City maintains enterprise funds for water and sewer operations and internal service funds for fleet replacement and risk management. Internal service fund activities primarily support governmental functions and are therefore reported within governmental activities in the government-wide statements. Proprietary fund statements begin on page 42.

Fiduciary funds. Fiduciary funds account for resources held for the benefit of external parties and are excluded from the government-wide statements. The City maintains one private-purpose trust fund for the Successor Agency and three custodial funds, including L.A. IMPACT-related activity. Fiduciary fund statements begin on page 49.
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Government-wide Financial Analysis – Net Position
Net position is a key indicator of the City’s overall financial condition. As of June 30, 2025, the City reported total net position of $128.1 million, an increase of $24.5 million compared to ten years ago, reflecting sustained long-term improvement driven largely by capital investment supported by voter-approved transportation, infrastructure, and watershed funding sources, including Measure LV, Measure A, Measure R, Measure M, Measure W, and increased gas tax revenues.

The largest component of net position, $87.4 million, or 68 percent, represents the City’s net investment in capital assets, including infrastructure, buildings, and equipment, net of related debt. These assets are essential to service delivery but are not available for discretionary spending.

Restricted net position totaled $70.1 million, or 55 percent, and consists of resources subject to external legal restrictions.

Governmental activities reported negative unrestricted net position of $43.3 million, reflecting the impact of long-term pension and OPEB liabilities. Business-type activities reported positive unrestricted net position of $13.1 million, indicating financial flexibility within the Water and Sewer Funds.

Governmental activities accounted for $86.0 million of total net position, up from $77.8 million in the prior year, while business-type activities remained stable at $42.0 million. 2025 2024 2025 2024 2025 2024
Current and other assets 97,100$ 96,157$ 23,569$ 22,401$ 120,668$ 118,559$ Capital assets 61,643 54,179 28,940 28,889 90,583 83,069 Total Assets 158,743 150,337 52,509 51,291 211,252 201,627 Deferred Ouflows 13,521 20,780 2,843 4,249 16,364 25,028 Long-term debt outstanding 66,665 70,355 8,927 9,522 75,592 79,878 Other Liabilities 10,676 12,531 2,099 1,230 12,775 13,761 Total liabilities 77,341 82,886 11,026 10,753 88,367 93,638 Deferred Inflows 8,913 10,415 2,279 2,567 11,192 12,982 Net Position:

Invested in capital assets
(net of debt) 58,411 50,584 28,940 28,889 87,351 79,473 Restricted 70,907 65,753 70,907 65,753
Unrestricted (43,308) (38,520) 13,106 13,330 (30,202) (25,190) Total net position 86,010$ 77,816$ 42,046$ 42,219$ 128,057$ 120,035$ Governmental Activities Business-type Activities Total
Net Position
For the Year Ended June 30, 2025 and 2024
(in thousands)
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Government-wide Financial Analysis – Changes in Net Position Net position increased by $8 million, or 6.7 percent, during the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, rising from $120 million to $128 million. This increase reflects a combination of retained earnings in several governmental funds, reductions in long-term liabilities, and the timing of capital project activity. The most significant contribution to this increase was a $1.4 million rise in the Measure LV Fund, as revenues continued to exceed current-year expenditures and resources were accumulated for future voter-approved uses.

2025 2024 2025 2024 2025 2024
Revenues
Program revenues:

Charges for services 17,102 $ 14,591 $ 13,965 $ 12,579 $ 31,067 $ 27,170 $ Operating contributions and - -
grants 8,247 17,746 - - 8,247 17,746 Capital grants and - -
contributions 5,277 2,233 - - 5,277 2,233 General revenues:

Taxes:

Property taxes 11,643 11,286 - - 11,643 11,286 Sales Taxes 5,683 5,814 - - 5,683 5,814 Utility & other taxes 13,322 14,586 - - 13,322 14,586 Special assessments 2,322 2,172 - - 2,322 2,172 Motor vehicle in lieu 4,749 4,572 - - 4,749 4,572 Investment earnings 4,942 4,101 1,045 878 5,987 4,979 Other 1,459 3,383 46 51 1,506 3,434 Proceeds from sale of property 8 - 8 - Total revenues 74,755$ 80,483$ 15,056$ 13,508$ 89,802$ 93,991$ Expenses
General Government 4,451$ 4,710$ -$ - $ 4,451$ 4,710$ Public Saf
ety 43,122 42,805 - - 43,122 42,805 Community Development 4,895 4,645 - - 4,895 4,645 Public Works 10,035 10,469 - - 10,035 10,469 Community Services 3,857 4,164 - - 3,857 4,164 Water - - 12,171 12,099 12,171 12,099 Sewer - - 1,809 1,915 1,809 1,915 Interest on long-term debt 1,962 2,100 1,962 2,100 Total expenses 68,322$ 68,892$ 13,980$ 14,014$ 82,302$ 82,906$ Excess (deficiency) before
transfers 6,433$ 11,592$ 1,076$ (506)$ 7,501$ 11,086$ Transfers 1,308 2,768 (1,308) (2,768) - - Change in net position 7,741 14,360 (232) (3,274) 7,509 11,086 Net position - beginning of year 77,816 63,456 42,219 45,494 120,035 108,950 Restatement 453 59 512
Net position - beginning (restated) 78,269 42,279 120,548 Net position - end 86,010$ 77,816$ 42,046$ 42,219$ 128,05 6$ 120,035$ Activities Activities Total

Table 2
Changes in Net Position
For the Year Ended June 30, 2025 and 2024
(in thousands)
Governmental Business-Type
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Investment earnings across all funds totaled $3,953,548 for the fiscal year, reflecting favorable market conditions and contributing to improved unrestricted and restricted net position.

Transportation-related revenues, including SB1 and Gas Tax, also increased as the City continued to accumulate resources for planned capital projects, including the Arrow rehabilitation project. Measure W revenues increased as funds continued to be set aside for a multi-year watershed improvement project that remains in the planning and design phase.

Investment earnings reported at the government-wide level include both realized and unrealized gains recognized in accordance with accrual accounting and therefore differ from fund-level investment income reported elsewhere in this report.

Total assets increased by $9.6 million, or 4.8 percent, from $201.6 million to $211.3 million.

Governmental activities accounted for $8.4 million of this increase, or 5.6 percent, primarily due to the accumulation of cash and investments in transportation-related funds, Measure W, and the General Capital Improvement Fund. Business-type ac tivities reported a $1.2 million increase in assets, or 2.3 percent, reversing the prior year’s decline. This increase reflects the timing of capital improvement projects currently in the planning stage, including the Plateau Summit project, which has been bid and carries an encumbrance exceeding $3 million and is expected to be completed in fiscal year 2025-26.

Total liabilities decreased by $5.3 million, or 5. 6 percent, declining from $93.6 million to $88.4 million. Approximately $1.0 million of this reduction relates to current liabilities, primarily due to the recognition of American Rescue Plan Act revenues that had previously been reported as unearned revenue. The remaining decrease occurred in long-term liabilities, including reductions in the City’s OPEB liability, pension liability, and outstanding debt related to the Pension Obligation Bond. Reductions in pension and OPEB liabilities reflect positive market returns experienced during the fiscal year, which directly reduced the City’s proportionate share of these obligations.

Governmental Activities

Total revenues from
governmental activities,
excluding transfers were
$74.8 million, representing a
decrease of $5.7 million, or 7
percent, compared to the prior
fiscal year. The primary driver
of this decline was the
absence of $8.8 million in
adjudicated asset forfeiture
revenues received in the prior
year through the LA IMPACT
Task Force. Asset forfeiture
revenues are inherently
volatile and can vary
significantly based on the
timing and outcome of
individual cases. The prior
fiscal year included several
Charges for
services

22.9%
Operating
contributions
and grants
11%
Capital grants
and
contributions

7.1%
Property
taxes

15.6%
Sales Taxes

7.6%
Utility &
other taxes

17.8%
Motor vehicle in
lieu

6.4%
Investment/Special
Assessments

9.7% Other
2%
Revenue Sources - Governmental
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unusually large forfeiture distributions that did not recur in fiscal year 2024-25. Due to their non- recurring and unpredictable nature, asset forfeiture revenues are not relied upon to fund ongoing operations and are treated as one-time resources for restricted purposes.

Partially offsetting this decrease was an increase of more than $2 million in the California Fire Assignment Aide (CFAA) Fund, which accounts for revenues related to fire assignment deployments. The fiscal year experienced an unusua lly active wildfire season, with fire assignments beginning in July and continuing through January, resulting in increased reimbursements for personnel and equipment deployed to state and federal incidents. In addition, the City recognized $2.2 million in American Rescue Plan Act revenues compared to the prior year. Although these ARPA funds were received in calendar year 2022, revenue recognition occurs only as eligible expenditures are incurred, consistent with federal program requirements and accounting standards.

Sales tax and Measure LV use tax revenues declined modestly during the fiscal year, reflecting continued shifts in consumer purchasing behavior toward online sales. General Fund Bradley- Burns sales tax revenues totaled $5,153,410 in fiscal year 2024-25, compared to $5,276,308 in the prior year, representing a decrease of $122,898, or approximately 2 percent. While the absolute decline was relatively small, the City has historically experienced annual sales tax growth of approximately 3 percent. When compared to this historical growth trend, the current year result represents a revenue shortfall of approximately $281,187.

Measure LV sales tax revenues totaled $4,882,911 for the fiscal year, compared to $5,061,078 in the prior year, representing a decrease of $178,167, or 3.5 percent. A significant portion of online sales tax revenue, particularly from large retailers such as Amazon, is allocated to distribution center locations rather than local jurisdictions. This structural shift has been further compounded by the closure of several brick-and-mortar retailers, including the nationwide closure of all 99 Cent Store locations, which reduced local taxable sales activity during the year.

Measure W revenues were lower by approximately $1.3 million compared to the prior fiscal year.

Measure W, also known as the Safe, Clean Water Program, is a voter-approved parcel tax administered by Los Angeles County to fund multi-benefit stormwater capture, water quality, and watershed improvement projects. The City receives an annual allocation of Measure W funds; however, revenue levels can vary significantly from year to year based on the timing of project approvals and grant awards.

In the prior fiscal year, the City received additional Measure W grant funding for a multi-year watershed improvement project that remains in the planning phase. That one-time grant award did not recur in the current fiscal year, resulting in lower reported revenues despite continued receipt of the City’s annual allocation. Accordingly, Measure W revenues fluctuate based on project timing and grant cycles rather than reflecting ongoing operating trends.

The cost of governmental activities exceeded related program revenues by $37.7 million during the fiscal year. As a result, taxes and other general revenues financed approximately 54 percent of total governmental activity costs, an increas e of 4 percent compared to the prior year. This growing reliance on general revenues reflects not only the volatility of certain program revenues, but also the fact that expenditure growth, particularly in personnel-related and public safety costs, continues to outpace growth in recurring revenues. Absent corresponding increases in stable revenue sources, this trend places additional pressure on the General Fund and underscores the importance of ongoing expenditure management and long-term financial planning to maintain structural balance.

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These dynamics are discussed further in the Economic Factors and Next Year’s Budget section, which outlines how the City is addressing the structural gap between rising expenditure obligations and constrained revenue growth through conservative budgeting, reserve preservation, and ongoing evaluation of service levels.

Expenditures by Function

Governmental Activities

Public safety expenditures
totaled $43.1 million during the
fiscal year, representing 63.1
percent of total governmental
activity costs and making it the
largest expenditure category.

This represents a decrease of
$317,412 Pension expense for
governmental activities totaled
$4.6 million in the current year,
compared to $8.5 million in the
prior year. This decrease
reflects actuarial accounting
adjustments under GASB 68,
including the amortization of
prior-year investment gains
and losses and updated
actuarial experience based on
CalPERS valuations, rather
than changes in current-year payroll or benefit costs. Pension expense is an accounting allocation and can fluctuate significantly from year to year due to the timing of actuarial valuations and deferred recognition of investment performance.

Excluding pension-related impacts, public safety costs increased by $3.48 million. Fire-related expenditures accounted for $16.2 million of public safety costs, compared to $13.2 million in the prior year. This increase was driven primarily by a $2 million increase in fire assignment activity, as well as more than $1 million in capital investments, including improvements at two fire stations, the purchase and outfitting of vehicles, and contractual and salary-related increases.

Police operations totaled $15.6 million, compared to $14.5 million in the prior year. The increase reflects overtime associated with special events and mutual aid deployments, including assistance provided during the Eaton Fire, as well as regular step increases and higher benefit costs. Increased unfunded accrued liability costs contributed approximately $300,000 to the year- over-year increase.

Public safety expenditures also include $7.6 million related to fiduciary public safety activities, including the Asset Forfeiture LA IMPACT Fund and the LA HIDTA Fund. These costs relate to regional task force operations and are not associated with day-to-day City police services. While charges for services and operating and capital grants covered approximately $15 million of total public safety costs, $7.6 million of these revenues are restricted for task force operations and are not available to support general City operations.

Excluding pension-related accounting adjustments, public safety operational and personnel costs 0 5
10 15
20 25
30 35
40 45
Expenses and Program Revenues -
Governmental Activites
Exp Rev
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increased during the year, driven primarily by higher fire assignment activity, overtime, and capital and equipment investments. While pension adjustments reduced total public safety expenditures in the current year, underlying service demands and personnel-related costs continue to exert upward pressure on future operating budgets. Accordingly, the year-over-year decrease in total public safety expenditures should be understood as an accounting-driven change rather than a reduction in the City’s ongoing commitment to public safety services.

Community development expenditures totaled $4.9 million, representing 7.2 percent of total governmental activity costs. Program revenues covered $3.1 million of these costs, resulting in a net cost of $1.7 million. Approximately $330,000 of expenditures relate to pension adjustments, while reduced building permit activity resulted in a $500,000 decline in charges for services compared to the prior year.

Public works expenditures totaled $10.0 million, representing 14.7 percent of total governmental activity costs, a decrease of $400,000 compared to the prior year. Program revenues which include sources such as gas tax funds, local measure revenues and grants offset $5.6 million of these expenditures, including $1.0 million in capital contributions and grants. During the fiscal year, the City anticipated potential revenue shortfalls and directed departments to identify opportunities to delay non-critical expenditures. In response, Public Works postponed selected maintenance and capital activities, providing short-term budget relief. While these actions helped reduce the anticipated General Fund shortfall, they are not sustainable as a long-term strategy given the City’s extensive infrastructure and contractual service obligations. Public works expenditures include approximately $370,000 in pension adjustments.

General government expenditures totaled $4.5 million, or 6.5 percent of total governmental activity costs. This category includes administrative and support services such as finance, human resources, administration, City Council, and information systems. Information systems costs continue to be a significant driver within this category. Over a ten-year period, the information systems budget increased from $330,000 to $1.2 million, reflecting the growing reliance on technology, software subscriptions, cybersecurity , and network infrastructure across all City functions. Pension adjustment within this category totaled $326,000 and contributed to an overall $200,000 decrease compared to the prior fiscal year, largely due to reduced pension costs.

Community services expenditures totaled $3.9 million during the fiscal year, representing 5.7 percent of total governmental activity costs. Program revenues supported $3.3 million of these costs, resulting in a net cost of approximately $521,000. Program revenues for this function consist primarily of charges for services such as recreation classes, aquatics programs, and facility rentals, as well as operating and capital grants, including voter-approved Proposition funds and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocations that are restricted for specific program purposes.

Excluding pension-related accounting adjustments, community services operating costs increased by approximately $120,000 compared to the prior year, driven primarily by lower enrollment and participation in aquatics programs, which reduced charges for services despite stable fee rates. The department is finalizing a parks master plan that includes a comprehensive review of user fees, with additional analysis planned in the next fiscal year to identify opportunities to reduce reliance on taxes and other general revenues.

Pension expense allocated to this function tota led approximately $140,000 in the current year.

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expense recognized in the current year, total reported community services expenditures decreased by more than $1 million compared to the prior year. This decrease should be understood as an accounting-driven change rather than a reduction in community services programs or staffing levels.

Interest on long-term debt primarily from the Pension Obligation Bond, as well as the two revenue bonds totaled $2.0 million, representing 2.9 percent of total governmental activity costs.

Business-Type Activities.

The net position of the City’s business-type ac tivities decreased by $232,000 during the fiscal year, compared to a $3.3 million decrease in the prior year. Similar to governmental activities, the change in net position was largely driven by pension-related adjustments. Pension adjustments for water services totaled $620,133 in the current year, a significant decrease from $1,408,492 in the prior fiscal year, while sewer services reported pension expenses of $251,929 compared to $572,200 previously.

The combined costs of the City’s business-type activities, consisting of the Water and Sewer Funds, were funded through program revenues and available reserves. The Water Fund experienced a net reduction in net position of $674,135, while the Sewer Fund reported an increase of $441,906 in net position for the year. These results reflect differences in operating costs, capital timing, and pension adjustments between the two utilities.

Both the Water and Sewer Funds underwent a comprehensive rate study to address rates that have remained unchanged since 2018, and effective January 2019. The updated rates were approved by the City Council and will take effect in January 2026. The rate study evaluated long- term infrastructure needs, operating cost trends, and cash flow constraints, particularly within the Water Fund, where operating costs have steadily increased since the last rate adjustment. The approved rate changes are intended to ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the utility operations and to support critical infrastructure investments necessary to provide clean and reliable water service. While the City Council approved an increase, the amount of the first year increase was 15 percent below the recommended amount and a new rate study will need to be completed within three years to ensure continued sustainability of the water system.

Water services, the larger of the two business-type activities, accounted for 87 percent of total operating costs during the fiscal year and were fully financed by charges for services. Sewer services comprised the remaining 13 percent of total operating costs.

Financial Analysis of the City's Funds

As discussed previously, the City uses fund accounting to demonstrate compliance with finance- related legal requirements and to provide information on the availability and use of resources.

Governmental funds

The focus of the City’s governmental funds is to provide information on near-term inflows, outflows, and balances of spendable resources, which is useful in assessing the City’s short-term financing requirements and fiscal flexibility.

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included a $1.4 million increase in the Measure LV Fund, which is reserved for future salary and benefit costs in accordance with Measure LV spending guidelines. Measure LV will continue to generate more revenues to be placed in its reserve fund until approximately fiscal year 2026-27 when employee compensation expenditures begin to exceed Measure LV revenues. Additional contributors to the fund balance include a $743,000 increase in Internal Service Funds.

Of the total governmental fund balance, approximately 6.2 percent, or $5.1 million, is classified as assigned and is available for discretionary spending. The remaining fund balance is subject to varying levels of external or internal constraints. Fund balance classifications, listed in order of their relative strength of spending restrictions, consist of restricted balances totaling 84.4 percent, or $69.3 million, committed balances totaling 11.9 percent, or $9.8 million, assigned balances as noted above, unassigned balances of negative $2.3 million, and non-spendable balances of 0.2 percent, or $200,501.

The negative unassigned fund balance at year-end is primarily attributable to timing-related accounting classifications rather than fiscal imbalance. Approximately $1.3 million relates to American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds that have been received but not yet expended and therefore cannot be recognized as revenue. The remaining balance is largely the result of expenditures incurred for which reimbursement requests have been submitted but not yet received as of year-end. Although the unassigned fund balance is negative, the City maintains sufficient liquidity through restricted and committed reserves, and this presentation does not indicate a cash shortfall or an inability to meet current obligations.

General Fund

The General Fund, the City’s primary operating fund, reported a total fund balance of $20.9 million as of June 30, 2025, of which $5.1 million is classified as assigned and available for discretionary purposes. To evaluate the General Fund’s liquidity and financial flexibility, these balances are commonly compared to annual operating expenditures. The assigned fund balance represents approximately 10.5 percent of total General Fund operating expenditures, while the total fund balance represents approximately 43 percent. After excluding restricted and non-spendable amounts that are not available to support ongoing operations, the remaining General Fund balance represents approximately 30 percent of operating expenditures. This measure provides a more meaningful indication of the resources available to manage short-term risks, economic uncertainty, and unanticipated expenditures.

While the General Fund’s total fund balance increased overall, the growth occurred primarily within restricted and non-spendable categories. Both committed and assigned fund balances declined during the year, reflecting a net use of approximately $170,000 of discretionary fund balance.

To prepare for unforeseen events such as emergencies, adverse state budget impacts, economic downturns, or natural disasters, the City C ouncil has adopted an emergency contingency policy requiring a minimum committed fund balance equal to 15 percent of the General Fund operating budget. In addition, the City maintains a Working Capital policy that preserves a five percent reserve to address economic uncertainties.

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During the most recent mid-year budget update, City Administration designated assigned fund balances to address potential unexpected expenditures. These allocations included $500,000 for future workers’ compensation claims, $250,000 for litigation or legal expenses, and $500,000 designated by the City Council for capital projects. These policies and allocations reflect the City’s ongoing commitment to fiscal stability and preparedness.

The General Fund’s total fund balance increased by $605,482 during the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025. This increase was entirely attributable to investment income. Restricted fund balance includes the City’s Section 115 Trust, which serves as a reserve for future unfunded pension liabilities and increased by $574,754 during the year. The remaining increase, $200,501 occurred within the non-spendable category, reflecting market value changes recognized during fiscal year 2024-25. With these two amounts being non-spendable or restricted the use of available reserves was $169,773.

Other Major Governmental Funds

In addition to the General Fund, the City reports four major governmental funds, the ARPA Fund, Measure A, the Measure LV Fund, and the Forfeiture LA IMPACT Fund.

ARPA ended the fiscal year with a change in fund balance of $1.3 million, due to the recognition of ARPA revenues during the year, which reduced the ending negative fund balance from the prior year by more than $2 million.

Measure A activity was driven largely by capi tal park investments supported by voter-approved regional park funding administered by Los Angeles County. While Measure A allocations have been formally awarded to the City over several years, the related revenues are reimbursable in nature and are recognized only as eligible expenditures are incurred and reimbursement requests are approved. As of June 30, 2025, the Measure A Fund reported a negative fund balance of approximately $770,000, reflecting capital expenditures incurred during the year, including improvements at Las Flores Park, for which County allocations had been approved but reimbursements had not yet been received. This timing difference does not represent a funding shortfall and is expected to be resolved upon receipt of Measure A reimbursements in subsequent periods.

The Measure LV Fund reported a year-end fund balance of $12.5 million. Spending guidelines for Measure LV establish two tiers of use, with the primary purpose being the funding of past and future salary and benefit increases to maintain competitive compensation levels relative to comparable agencies.

The Asset Forfeiture Fund reported a fund balance of $9.6 million, which is restricted for task force operations.

Measure LV Fund
Measure LV is a voter-approved transactions and use tax with legally restricted spending guidelines adopted by the City Council. Revenues generated by Measure LV are intended to support public safety, infrastructure, and employee compensation and benefit costs in accordance with those guidelines. Because certain eligible expenditures, particularly compensation-related costs, are expected to occur in future fiscal years, Measure LV revenues may be accumulated over time rather than expended in the year received. The City’s financial strategy for Measure LV focuses on long-term sustainability, ensuring that one-time or volatile revenues are not used to support permanent ongoing obligations without sufficient future funding capacity. 15

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The following chart illustrates the projected long-term use of Measure LV revenues under the City’s existing Tier 1 and Tier 2 spending guidelines, including anticipated expenditures and the resulting projected fund balance over time.

The projections shown are based on current assumptions, adopted spending policies, and known cost drivers, including compensation and benefit obligations, and are intended to illustrate the long-term financial framework for Measure LV rather than serve as a budget commitment. Actual revenues and expenditures may differ due to changes in economic conditions, labor agreements, service demands, or future City Council actions. Accordingly, Measure LV fund balance levels fluctuate over time as revenues are set aside to support planned future expenditures, and the accumulation of fund balance does not represent surplus resources available for discretionary use outside the voter-approved spending guidelines.

The City places a strong emphasis on actively managing Measure LV revenues to ensure the long-term availability of resources for eligible future expenditures, including salary and benefit increases. Given the volatility of sales tax revenues and the ongoing growth in compensation and benefit costs, Measure LV is intentionally structured and monitored to avoid the use of one-time revenues for permanent obligations without sufficient future funding capacity. By accumulating fund balance during periods of stronger revenue performance and aligning expenditures with adopted Tier 1 and Tier 2 spending guidelines, the City seeks to maintain stability in labor funding over time while preserving fiscal flexibility and minimizing the risk of future structural imbalances.

Proprietary funds
The combined unrestricted net position of the City’s proprietary funds, consisting of the Water and Sewer Enterprise Funds, totaled $13.1 million at the end of fiscal year 2024-25. The combined change in unrestricted net position for the year was a decrease of approximately $200,000. This change was driven in part by pension expense recognized for accounting purposes under GASB 68, which can fluctuate from year to year based on actuarial valuations and deferred recognition of investment performance, as well as increased operating costs. The pension-related adjustments reflected in the current year do not correspond to changes in utility staffing levels or service delivery.

A comprehensive utility rate study has been completed, and new rates approved by the City Council will take effect January 1, 2026. The rate adjustments are intended to address long-term operating and capital needs of the Water and Sewer systems and are not related to short-term pension accounting fluctuations.

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General Fund Budgetary Highlights

The final amended General Fund expenditure budget increased by $1.6 million compared to the original budget. This increase was primarily driven by budget adjustments, including approximately $620,000 in encumbrance rollovers from the prior fiscal year and a net increase of $660,000 identified during the mid-year budget revi ew. The largest mid-year adjustment was a $1,071,447 increase in Fire Department personnel costs related to overtime, partially offset by a $520,000 reduction in the Public Works Department budget.

Actual expenditures were $1.3 million below the final amended budget, primarily due to savings in the Public Safety Department. Overtime budgeted for fire operations was ultimately not required, contributing significantly to these savings. Although year-end retained earnings totaled $605,482, this amount included approximately $775,000 in non-spendable market value increases. After excluding non-spendable amounts and accounting for $433,000 in encumbrance rollovers from fiscal year 2024-25, the use of spendable General Fund reserves totaled approximately $600,000.

Capital Assets and Depreciation

Capital Assets. Capital assets are those assets used in the performance of the City’s functions, including land, buildings, and infrastructure. As of June 30, 2025, net capital assets for governmental activities totaled $61.6 million, while net capital assets for business-type activities totaled $28.9 million, for a combined total of $90.6 million. Depreciation of capital assets is recognized in the government-wide financial statements. Total depreciation expense for the year was $2.9 million, consisting of $2.2 million for governmental activities and $656,783 for business- type activities.

2025 2024 2025 2024 2025 2024
Land 11,763 $ 11,763 $ 1,773 $ 1,773 $ 13,536 $ 13,536 $ Investment in water rights 11,977 $ 11,977 $ 11,977 $ 11,977 $ Rights of way 9,619 9,619 - - 9,619 9,619 Buildings and improvements 12,572 9,693 1,020 1,030 13,592 10,723 Automotive equipment 6,532 6,733 397 420 6,929 7,152 Machinery & equipment 3,805 3,316 344 391 4,149 3,707 Office furniture & equipment 980 679 23 25 1,003 704 Infrastructure - streets, -
bridges and signals 14,378 10,159 14,378 10,159 Construction In-Progress 1,667 1,703 1,667 1,703 Property, plant & equipment - - 13,405 13,274 13,405 13,274 SBITA 324 515 - - 324 515 Total 61,640$ 54,179$ 28,939$ 28,890$ 90,579$ 83,069$ Governmental Business-Type
Activities Activities Total
(in thousands)
Table 3
Capital Assets
As of June 30, 2025 and 2024
(net of accumulated depreciation)
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Governmental Funds. Total capital asset additions for governmental activities amounted to $7.4 million, an increase of $2.6 million compared to the prior year. The largest components of these additions were $3.8 million for infrastructure, primarily streets, and $1.9 million for buildings and other improvements which included the addition of a new restroom at Las Flores Park.

Proprietary Funds. Total capital asset additions for business-type activities were $616,472, with the major increase of $391,398 in Water Distribution which included rehab of a booster pump and the purchase of water meters.

Additional information on Capital Assets can be found in Note 5 of the Notes to the Basic Financial Statements.

Long-Term Liabilities and Debt Administration

As of June 30, 2025, the City reported total long-term liabilities of $88.3 million and non-current liabilities of $75.6 million. These obligations consist of pension obligation bonds, revenue bonds, compensated absences, net pension and other post-employment benefit liabilities.

Total non-current liabilities decreased by a net $4.29 million during the fiscal year. This reduction resulted from scheduled debt service payments, a $1.1 million decrease in the City’s net pension liability, and an $876,000 decrease in the OPEB liability. The improvement in pension and OPEB liabilities reflects a combination of favorabl e actuarial experience and investment performance recognized during the valuation period.

While CalPERS experienced a significant negative investment return of –6.1 percent in fiscal year 2021-22, which materially increased pension liabilities in subsequent years, investment performance improved in fiscal year 2022-23, with a positive return of 5.8 percent. Although this return did not fully meet the assumed discount rate, it represented a substantial improvement from the prior year’s loss and reduced the magnitude of investment-related actuarial losses. In addition, continued employer and employee contributions and favorable demographic experience further contributed to the reduction in the reported net pension liability.

Due to actuarial smoothing and the delayed recognition of investment gains and losses under GASB 68, changes in pension liabilities reflect mu lti-year trends rather than single-year market performance. As a result, the reduction in the Ci ty’s net pension liability during fiscal year 2024- 25 should be understood as an accounting-driven improvement influenced by improved market conditions and actuarial factors, rather than an indication that future pension costs or required employer contributions will decline in the near term.

The City maintained its credit ratings throughout fiscal year 2024-25. The City’s issuer credit rating from Standard and Poor’s remains AA+, reflecting strong financial management practices and stable credit quality. Under the California State Constitution, a city’s general obligation debt is limited to 3.75 percent of its total assessed valuation. As of June 30, 2025, the City of La Verne’s assessed valuation was $234 million, providing substantial legal debt capacity. .

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Additional information on the City's long-term liabilities can be found in notes 7, 8 and 9 of the Notes to the Basic Financial Statements.

Economic Factors and Next Year's Budget, Tax Rates and Fee Levels

As of June 2025, the City of La Verne continues to operate within a challenging and evolving economic environment influenced by broader national and statewide trends, including elevated interest rates, moderated inflation, and ongoing shifts in consumer behavior. Employment conditions remain relatively stable, and La Verne continues to function largely as a residential or “bedroom” community, with a significant portion of residents commuting to employment centers outside the City. While workforce reductions have occurred in select industries, these impacts have not materially altered overall employment stability within the community.

Inflationary pressures have moderated compared to prior years; however, the lingering effects of higher prices continue to influence household spending decisions. Consumers remain cautious, prioritizing essential goods and services whil e reducing discretionary spending. Sales tax revenues have shown no growth on a year-to-date basis through June 2025, reflecting constrained consumer activity. At the same time, the ongoing shift toward online purchasing and service-based consumption continues to challenge traditional brick-and-mortar retail establishments. This trend has been further compounded by the closure of several national retail chains, which has reduced local point-of-sale activity and increased volatility in sales tax receipts.

High interest rates, which have remained above six percent for much of the fiscal year, have significantly constrained housing market activity in La Verne. Elevated borrowing costs and limited housing inventory have reduced the number of residential transactions, resulting in relatively flat growth in property tax revenues despite continued increases in assessed values. While fewer homes are changing hands, property values remain strong, reflecting La Verne’s desirability and the stability of its existing homeowner base. This dynamic has created a structural challenge for the City, as the cost of providing municipal services continues to rise while growth in property tax revenues remains comparatively limited due to low turnover. 2025 2024 2025 2024 2025 2024
Revenue bonds 4,590 $ 5,340 $ - $ - $ 4,590 $ 5,340 $ Pension bonds 40,102 41,471 4,263 4,409 44,365 45,880 Compensated
absences 3,282 2,896 227 177 3,509 3,073 Unpaid claims liability 1,584 1,387 1,584 1,387 SBITA Liability 162 412 - - 162 412 Net Pension Liability 17,586 18,495 3,288 3,458 20,874 21,953 Net OPEB Obligation 2,984 3,580 1,404 1,684 4,388 5,264 Total 70,290$ 73,581$ 9,182$ 9,728 $ 79,471$ 83,309$ Activities Activities Total
Table 4
Long term Liabilities
As of June 30, 2025 and 2024
(in thousands)
Governmental Business-Type
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From a budgetary perspective, this environment underscores the City’s reliance on economically sensitive revenue sources, particularly sales tax, while highlighting the importance of maintaining adequate reserves and exercising disciplined expenditure management. For fiscal year 2025-26, the City has continued to approach tax rates and user fees cautiously, balancing the need to fund essential services and infrastructure with affordability concerns for residents and businesses.

Recent utility rate studies for the Water and Sewer Funds confirmed that rate adjustments were necessary to ensure long-term financial sustainability and to fund planned capital improvements, with approved rate increases scheduled to take effect beginning in calendar year 2026.

Pension Expense

This discussion is intentionally detailed due to the material impact of pension costs and unfunded liabilities on the City’s long-term financial sustainability and budget planning.

Despite the City’s relative economic stability, long-term fiscal pressures continue to be driven primarily by pension obligations associated with the City’s participation in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System. Pension costs are funded through a combination of employee contributions, employer contributions, and investment earnings. Required employer contributions are highly sensitive to actuarial assumptions and investment performance, both of which are outside the City’s direct control.

The reduction of the CalPERS discount rate from seven percent to 6.8 percent, along with changes in demographic and economic assumptions related to salary growth, payroll trends, cost- of-living adjustments, mortality, and retirement behavior, has increased the City’s long-term pension liabilities over time. While these assumptions are intended to improve the long-term sustainability of the system, t hey have also resulted in higher required contributions for participating employers, including the City.

The City has taken proactive steps to manage pension-related risks and costs. These actions include adopting the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act in 2013 for new employees, issuing a Pension Obligation Bond in 2018 to address a portion of the unfunded liability at a fixed interest rate, and establishing a Pension Stabilization Fund to help mitigate contribution volatility. These measures have improved predictability and provided short-term relief; however, they have not eliminated the underlying exposure to market-driven fluctuations.

CalPERS actuarial valuations are released annually and establish employer contribution rates with a two-year lag between the measurement date and the fiscal year in which the rates are applied. As a result, pension costs can change significantly from year to year based on investment performance that occurred several years earlier. This lag complicates long-term financial planning and limits the City’s ability to respond quickly to changing conditions.

Investment performance has demonstrated considerable volatility in recent years. Strong returns in fiscal year 2020-21 significantly reduced required contributions in subsequent years, while investment losses in fiscal year 2021-22 resulted in a sharp increase in unfunded actuarial liability payments. For fiscal year 2025-26, the City is experiencing a substantial increase in required pension contributions as a result of those earlier market losses. Although preliminary investment results for fiscal year 2024-25 indicate returns exceeding the assumed discount rate, the financial benefits of those gains will not be reflected in employer contribution rates until future fiscal years due to the actuarial smoothing and lagged reporting process.

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CalPERS amortizes unfunded actuarial liabilities over extended periods, similar to a mortgage, using multiple amortization layers based on the source of the liability. Investment gains and losses are generally amortized over 20 years with smoothing mechanisms, while assumption and experience changes may be amortized over periods of up to 30 years. While these policies reduce short-term volatility, they also result in increasing contribution requirements over time when losses occur, even as market conditions improve.

The resulting growth in unfunded actuarial liability payments presents a significant challenge for City leadership. These obligations are largely driven by global market conditions and CalPERS investment performance, yet must be funded through local revenues. Opportunities to mitigate these costs through local policy decisions are limited and often compete with other priorities, including employee retention, recruitment, and the continued delivery of essential services.

Outlook

These considerations have been incorporated into the City’s fiscal year 2025-26 budget assumptions, which include conservative revenue projections and a continued emphasis on reserve preservation.

In response to prevailing economic and fiscal conditions, the City continues to approach budget development with a focus on long-term sustainability, prudent reserve management, and careful evaluation of ongoing service levels. In prior years, the City adopted a strategic objective of working toward a structurally balanced budget. This remains a citywide goal that involves collaboration among City Council, staff, and the community to ensure that recurring revenues are sufficient to support ongoing expenditures.

While the City of La Verne benefits from a stable residential base and strong community cohesion, structural cost pressures, particularly those related to pensions and employee benefits, are expected to continue influencing budget decisions in the coming years.

The City remains committed to maintaining a competitive and stable compensation system for its employees while balancing affordability for residents and businesses. Achieving this balance will require continued monitoring of economic conditions, conservative revenue assumptions, and proactive planning for long-term liabilities. Through disciplined financial management and forward-looking policy decisions, the City is positioning itself to address near-term challenges while preserving its capacity to deliver high-quality municipal services.

Requests for Information

This financial report is designed to provide a general overview of the City of La Verne’s finances for all those with an interest in the government's finances. Questions concerning any of the information provided in this report or requests for additional financial information should be addressed to the Finance Director, City of La Verne, 3660 D Street, La Verne, California 91750, (909) 596-8752.
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Due to the size of the ACFR,
a hard copy is available with the
City Clerk’s Office
and the entire file is available online at
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report

DATE: January 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: JR Ranells, Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION ADOPTING A SALARY CHART FOR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES.

SUMMARY
The attached resolution and associated part-time salary table reflect adjustments in compensation resulting from increases in the California Minimum Wage.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council adopt the attached Resolution titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A SALARY CHART FOR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES.”

DISCUSSION
On January 1, 2026, the minimum wage in California increased from $16.50 to $16.90 per hour. To comply with State law, La Verne employees making under $16.90 per hour were administratively adjusted as of January 1. However, formal approval of the part-time salary table is needed to reflect the increase as well as adjust other positions linked to minimum wage in order to prevent compaction issues. Generally, part-time positions linked to minimum wage will increase a little under two- and one-half percent (2.5%).

Since all employees under the statutory amount of $16.90 per hour have already been administratively adjusted, Staff is requesting the City Council approved changes be effective on January 25, 2026, to coincide with the beginning of the next new pay period.

FISCAL ANALYSIS
The recommended action is estimated to have a fiscal impact of $9,671 for the remainder of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget. Approval of the recommended action includes an appropriation of $9,671 within the General Fund, with a corresponding appropriation in the same amount within Measure LV to fund the transfer to the General Fund.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.

LEGAL REVIEW
This report was reviewed and approved by the City Attorney.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Resolution for January 2026 Minimum Wage Adjustments

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2. Salary Chart - Part_Time_1.20.2026_

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RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE,

CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A SALARY CHART FOR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES

BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Verne as follows:

Section 1. The salary chart for part-time employees, effective January 25, 2026, attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference as though the same were set forth in full herein is hereby adopted.

Section 2. Resolution No. 25-02 is hereby repealed in its entirety.

Section 3. That the City Council hereby amends the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Adopted Budget in the amount of $9,671 within the General Fund , with a corresponding appropriation in the same amount within Measure LV to fund the transfer to the General Fund.

Section 4. The Mayor shall sign and the Deputy 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 20th of January, 2026.

________________________________
Mayor Tim Hepburn
ATTEST:

_________________________________
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk

I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 26-XX was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of La Verne at a meeting thereof held on the 20th day of January, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
________________________________
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk

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Part Time Salary Table
Effective
1-20-2026
Part-Time

GRADE DESCRIPTION STEP CURRENT INCREASE UPDATED
*601 PT-ACCOUNT CLERK I 1 21.5850 21.5850
PT-ACCOUNT CLERK I 2 22.6642 22.6642
PT-ACCOUNT CLERK I 3 23.7979 23.7979
PT-ACCOUNT CLERK I 4 24.9877 24.9877
PT-ACCOUNT CLERK I 5 26.2375 26.2375
*602 PT-ADMIN. ANALYST 1 29.6292 29.6292
PT-ADMIN. ANALYST 2 31.1109 31.1109
PT-ADMIN. ANALYST 3 32.6663 32.6663
PT-ADMIN. ANALYST 4 34.2999 34.2999
PT-ADMIN. ANALYST 5 36.0145 36.0145
608 PT-ADMIN. BATTALION CHIEF 1 75.7083 75.7083
PT-ADMIN. BATTALION CHIEF 2 79.4937 79.4937
PT-ADMIN. BATTALION CHIEF 3 83.4686 83.4686
PT-ADMIN. BATTALION CHIEF 4 87.6416 87.6416
PT-ADMIN. BATTALION CHIEF 5 92.0236 92.0236
*605 PT-ADMIN. CLERK I 1 19.9322 19.9322
PT-ADMIN. CLERK I 2 20.9289 20.9289
PT-ADMIN. CLERK I 3 21.9756 21.9756
PT-ADMIN. CLERK I 4 23.0739 23.0739
PT-ADMIN. CLERK I 5 24.2278 24.2278
*603 PT-ADMIN. CLERK II 1 21.9756 21.9756
PT-ADMIN. CLERK II 2 23.0739 23.0739
PT-ADMIN. CLERK II 3 24.2278 24.2278
PT-ADMIN. CLERK II 4 25.4390 25.4390
PT-ADMIN. CLERK II 5 26.7118 26.7118
632 PT-ADMIN. FIRE CAPTAIN 1 58.5921 58.5921
PT-ADMIN. FIRE CAPTAIN 2 61.5207 61.5207
PT-ADMIN. FIRE CAPTAIN 3 64.5972 64.5972
PT-ADMIN. FIRE CAPTAIN 4 67.8269 67.8269
PT-ADMIN. FIRE CAPTAIN 5 71.2188 71.2188

606 PT-ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6323
PT-ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5639

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Part Time Salary Table
Effective
1-20-2026
Part-Time

GRADE DESCRIPTION STEP CURRENT INCREASE UPDATED
607 PT-ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER 1 58.5921 58.5921
PT-ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER 2 61.5207 61.5207
PT-ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER 3 64.5972 64.5972
PT-ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER 4 67.8269 67.8269
PT-ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER 5 71.2188 71.2188
*609 PT-ADMINISTRATIVE SEC. 1 27.8034 27.8034
PT-ADMINISTRATIVE SEC. 2 29.1942 29.1942
PT-ADMINISTRATIVE SEC. 3 30.6527 30.6527
PT-ADMINISTRATIVE SEC. 4 32.1855 32.1855
PT-ADMINISTRATIVE SEC. 5 33.7957 33.7957
613 PT-AMBULANCE OPERATOR 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-AMBULANCE OPERATOR 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-AMBULANCE OPERATOR 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6323
PT-AMBULANCE OPERATOR 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5639
PT-AMBULANCE OPERATOR 5 20.0550 2.42% 20.5421
677 PT-APPRENTICE FIREFIGHTER 1 16.5000 16.9000
*610 PT-ASSISTANT PLANNER 1 35.0885 35.0885
PT-ASSISTANT PLANNER 2 36.8427 36.8427
PT-ASSISTANT PLANNER 3 38.6852 38.6852
PT-ASSISTANT PLANNER 4 40.6192 40.6192
PT-ASSISTANT PLANNER 5 42.6505 42.6505
611 PT-ASSISTANT POOL MANAGER 1 21.5622 2.42% 22.0849
PT-ASSISTANT POOL MANAGER 2 22.6403 2.42% 23.1892
PT-ASSISTANT POOL MANAGER 3 23.7724 2.42% 24.3487
PT-ASSISTANT POOL MANAGER 4 24.9610 2.42% 25.5661
*614 PT-AUTO PARTS TECHNICIAN 1 22.8505 22.8505
PT-AUTO PARTS TECHNICIAN 2 23.9927 23.9927
PT-AUTO PARTS TECHNICIAN 3 25.1920 25.1920
PT-AUTO PARTS TECHNICIAN 4 26.4520 26.4520
PT-AUTO PARTS TECHNICIAN 5 27.7753 27.7753
639 PT-CITY COUNCIL 1 - -
615 PT-CLERICAL ASSISTANT I 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-CLERICAL ASSISTANT I 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-CLERICAL ASSISTANT I 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-CLERICAL ASSISTANT I 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630

Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
City of La Verne
Part Time Salary Table
Effective
1-20-2026
Part-Time

GRADE DESCRIPTION STEP CURRENT INCREASE UPDATED
617 PT-CLERICAL ASSISTANT II 1 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-CLERICAL ASSISTANT II 2 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
PT-CLERICAL ASSISTANT II 3 20.0550 2.42% 20.5411
PT-CLERICAL ASSISTANT II 4 21.0577 2.42% 21.5681
616 PT-CLERICAL ASSISTANT III 1 20.0550 2.42% 20.5411
PT-CLERICAL ASSISTANT III 2 21.0577 2.42% 21.5681
PT-CLERICAL ASSISTANT III 3 22.1106 2.42% 22.6466
PT-CLERICAL ASSISTANT III 4 23.2162 2.42% 23.7790
*619 PT-COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER 1 29.8983 29.8983
PT-COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER 2 31.3935 31.3935
PT-COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER 3 32.9634 32.9634
PT-COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER 4 34.6115 34.6115
PT-COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER 5 36.3420 36.3420
620 PT-COMPUTER OPERATOR 1 17.2407 17.2407
PT-COMPUTER OPERATOR 2 18.1027 18.1027
PT-COMPUTER OPERATOR 3 19.0077 19.0077
PT-COMPUTER OPERATOR 4 19.9582 19.9582

623 PT-CROSSING GUARD 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-CROSSING GUARD 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-CROSSING GUARD 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-CROSSING GUARD 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
625 PT-CUST. SERV REP TRAINEE 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-CUST. SERV REP TRAINEE 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-CUST. SERV REP TRAINEE 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-CUST. SERV REP TRAINEE 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
626 PT-DEPUTY EMRGNCY OPS CHF 1 78.6055 78.6055
PT-DEPUTY EMRGNCY OPS CHF 2 82.5360 82.5360
PT-DEPUTY EMRGNCY OPS CHF 3 86.6627 86.6627
PT-DEPUTY EMRGNCY OPS CHF 4 90.9958 90.9958
PT-DEPUTY EMRGNCY OPS CHF 5 95.5455 95.5455
624 PT-DEPUTY FIRE MARSHAL 5 44.6240 44.6240
689 PT-EFFICIENCY TECHNICIAN 1 23.0739 23.0739
PT-EFFICIENCY TECHNICIAN 2 24.2278 24.2278
PT-EFFICIENCY TECHNICIAN 3 25.4400 25.4400
PT-EFFICIENCY TECHNICIAN 4 26.7120 26.7120

Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
City of La Verne
Part Time Salary Table
Effective
1-20-2026
Part-Time

GRADE DESCRIPTION STEP CURRENT INCREASE UPDATED
690 PT-ELECTION ASSISTANT 1 17.0690 17.0690
PT-ELECTION ASSISTANT 2 17.9275 17.9275
PT-ELECTION ASSISTANT 3 18.8264 18.8264
PT-ELECTION ASSISTANT 4 19.7662 19.7662
628 PT-ELECTION COORDINATOR 1 53.0000 53.0000
618 PT-ELECTION OFFICIAL 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-ELECTION OFFICIAL 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-ELECTION OFFICIAL 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-ELECTION OFFICIAL 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
627 PT-ENGINEERING AIDE 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-ENGINEERING AIDE 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-ENGINEERING AIDE 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-ENGINEERING AIDE 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
629 PT-EQ.MECHANIC's AIDE 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-EQ.MECHANIC's AIDE 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-EQ.MECHANIC's AIDE 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-EQ.MECHANIC's AIDE 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
*636 PT-FINANCE MANAGER 1 60.7909 60.7909
PT-FINANCE MANAGER 2 63.8308 63.8308
PT-FINANCE MANAGER 3 67.0220 67.0220
PT-FINANCE MANAGER 4 70.3735 70.3735
PT-FINANCE MANAGER 5 73.8921 73.8921
*638 PT-FIRE MARSHAL 1 61.0866 61.0866
PT-FIRE MARSHAL 2 64.1409 64.1409
PT-FIRE MARSHAL 3 67.3480 67.3480
PT-FIRE MARSHAL 4 70.7154 70.7154
PT-FIRE MARSHAL 5 74.2512 74.2512
634 PT-FIRE PREVENTION AIDE 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-FIRE PREVENTION AIDE 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-FIRE PREVENTION AIDE 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-FIRE PREVENTION AIDE 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
*630 PT-FIRE SAFETY SPECIALIST 1 32.6592 32.6592
PT-FIRE SAFETY SPECIALIST 2 34.2918 34.2918
PT-FIRE SAFETY SPECIALIST 3 36.0064 36.0064
PT-FIRE SAFETY SPECIALIST 4 37.8068 37.8068
PT-FIRE SAFETY SPECIALIST 5 39.6975 39.6975

Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
City of La Verne
Part Time Salary Table
Effective
1-20-2026
Part-Time

GRADE DESCRIPTION STEP CURRENT INCREASE UPDATED
633 PT-GRADUATE INTERN 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-GRADUATE INTERN 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-GRADUATE INTERN 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-GRADUATE INTERN 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
635 PT-LABORER 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-LABORER 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-LABORER 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-LABORER 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
637 PT-LIFEGUARD 1 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-LIFEGUARD 2 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-LIFEGUARD 3 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
PT-LIFEGUARD 4 20.0550 2.42% 20.5411
*612 PT-MAINTENANCE WORKER I 1 22.8505 22.8505
PT-MAINTENANCE WORKER I 2 23.9927 23.9927
PT-MAINTENANCE WORKER I 3 25.1920 25.1920
PT-MAINTENANCE WORKER I 4 26.4520 26.4520
PT-MAINTENANCE WORKER I 5 27.7753 27.7753
*640 PT-MOBILE COMMND PST OPRT 1 56.5485 56.5485
642 PT-PARK INTERN 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-PARK INTERN 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-PARK INTERN 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-PARK INTERN 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
644 PT-PARKING CITAT HEAR OFC 1 60.0000 60.0000
646 PT-PARKS WORKER I 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-PARKS WORKER I 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-PARKS WORKER I 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-PARKS WORKER I 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
649 PT-PLANNING INTERN 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-PLANNING INTERN 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-PLANNING INTERN 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-PLANNING INTERN 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
*651 PT-POLICE AIDE I 1 21.6630 21.6630
PT-POLICE AIDE I 2 22.7462 22.7462
PT-POLICE AIDE I 3 23.8843 23.8843
PT-POLICE AIDE I 4 25.0786 25.0786
PT-POLICE AIDE I 5 26.3325 26.3325

Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
City of La Verne
Part Time Salary Table
Effective
1-20-2026
Part-Time

GRADE DESCRIPTION STEP CURRENT INCREASE UPDATED
*652 PT-POLICE AIDE II 1 23.8843 23.8843
PT-POLICE AIDE II 2 25.0786 25.0786
PT-POLICE AIDE II 3 26.3325 26.3325
PT-POLICE AIDE II 4 27.6491 27.6491
PT-POLICE AIDE II 5 29.0319 29.0319
655 PT-POLICE CADET 1 16.8300 2.42% 17.2380
PT-POLICE CADET 2 17.6715 2.42% 18.0999
PT-POLICE CADET 3 18.5551 2.42% 19.0049
PT-POLICE CADET 4 19.4829 2.42% 19.9552
*604 PT-POLICE CLERK I 1 21.6630 21.6630
PT-POLICE CLERK I 2 22.7462 22.7462
PT-POLICE CLERK I 3 23.8843 23.8843
PT-POLICE CLERK I 4 25.0786 25.0786
PT-POLICE CLERK I 5 26.3325 26.3325
654 PT-POOL AIDE 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-POOL AIDE 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-POOL AIDE 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-POOL AIDE 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
656 PT-POOL CASHIER 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-POOL CASHIER 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-POOL CASHIER 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-POOL CASHIER 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
657 PT-POOL INSTRUCTOR I 1 20.0550 2.42% 20.5411
PT-POOL INSTRUCTOR I 2 21.0577 2.42% 21.5681
PT-POOL INSTRUCTOR I 3 22.1105 2.42% 22.6465
PT-POOL INSTRUCTOR I 4 23.2160 2.42% 23.7788
661 PT-POOL MANAGER 1 25.6238 2.42% 26.2449
PT-POOL MANAGER 2 26.9049 2.42% 27.5571
PT-POOL MANAGER 3 28.2501 2.42% 28.9349
PT-POOL MANAGER 4 29.6626 2.42% 30.3816
663 PT-PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630

Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
City of La Verne
Part Time Salary Table
Effective
1-20-2026
Part-Time

GRADE DESCRIPTION STEP CURRENT INCREASE UPDATED
664 PT-PRESCHOOL COORDINATOR 1 21.0577 2.42% 21.5681
PT-PRESCHOOL COORDINATOR 2 22.1105 2.42% 22.6465
PT-PRESCHOOL COORDINATOR 3 23.2160 2.42% 23.7788
PT-PRESCHOOL COORDINATOR 4 24.3768 2.42% 24.9677
665 PT-PRESCHOOL INSTRUCTOR 1 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-PRESCHOOL INSTRUCTOR 2 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
PT-PRESCHOOL INSTRUCTOR 3 20.0550 2.42% 20.5411
PT-PRESCHOOL INSTRUCTOR 4 21.0577 2.42% 21.5681
*667 PT-REC. COORDINATOR 1 28.0163 28.0163
PT-REC. COORDINATOR 2 29.4175 29.4175
PT-REC. COORDINATOR 3 30.8880 30.8880
PT-REC. COORDINATOR 4 32.4328 32.4328
PT-REC. COORDINATOR 5 34.0541 34.0541
669 PT-REC. LEADER I 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
PT-REC. LEADER I 2 17.3250 2.42% 17.7450
PT-REC. LEADER I 3 18.1912 2.42% 18.6322
PT-REC. LEADER I 4 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
670 PT-REC. LEADER II 1 18.1906 2.42% 18.6315
PT-REC. LEADER II 2 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
PT-REC. LEADER II 3 20.0550 2.42% 20.5411
PT-REC. LEADER II 4 21.0577 2.42% 21.5681
672 PT-REC. SPECIALIST I 1 19.1000 2.42% 19.5630
PT-REC. SPECIALIST I 2 20.0550 2.42% 20.5411
PT-REC. SPECIALIST I 3 21.0577 2.42% 21.5681
PT-REC. SPECIALIST I 4 22.1106 2.42% 22.6466
674 PT-REC SPECIALIST II 1 21.0577 2.42% 21.5681
PT-REC SPECIALIST II 2 22.1106 2.42% 22.6466
PT-REC SPECIALIST II 3 23.2161 2.42% 23.7789
PT-REC SPECIALIST II 4 24.3768 2.42% 24.9677
675 PT-REC. SPECIALIST III 1 23.2161 2.42% 23.7789
PT-REC. SPECIALIST III 2 24.3768 2.42% 24.9677
PT-REC. SPECIALIST III 3 25.5956 2.42% 26.2160
PT-REC. SPECIALIST III 4 26.8753 2.42% 27.5268

Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
City of La Verne
Part Time Salary Table
Effective
1-20-2026
Part-Time

GRADE DESCRIPTION STEP CURRENT INCREASE UPDATED
676 PT-REC. SPECIALIST IV 1 25.5956 2.42% 26.2160
PT-REC. SPECIALIST IV 2 26.8753 2.42% 27.5268
PT-REC. SPECIALIST IV 3 28.2190 2.42% 28.9030
PT-REC. SPECIALIST IV 4 29.6299 2.42% 30.3481
678 PT-RESERVE FIREFIGHTER 1 16.5000 2.42% 16.9000
*682 PT-RESERVE POLICE OFC III 1 47.4070 47.4070
*680 PT-RESERVE POLICE OFCR I 1 47.4070 47.4070
*681 PT-RESERVE POLICE OFCR II 1 47.4070 47.4070
*686 PT-SENIOR MNGMNT ANALYST 1 43.7770 43.7770
PT-SENIOR MNGMNT ANALYST 2 45.9663 45.9663
PT-SENIOR MNGMNT ANALYST 3 48.2645 48.2645
PT-SENIOR MNGMNT ANALYST 4 50.6777 50.6777
PT-SENIOR MNGMNT ANALYST 5 53.2116 53.2116
* Full-Time Equivalent

Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report

DATE: January 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
SUBJECT: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO REGULATING UNMANNED AIRCRAFT.

SUMMARY
City Council is asked to adopt an ordinance establishing local regulations governing the takeoff and landing of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), commonly referred to as drones. Adoption of this ordinance ensures alignment with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) authority while appropriately exercising the City’s authority to regulate activities impacting public safety.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council adopt Ordinance 26-1138, entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 8.37 TO TITLE 8 OF THE

LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING THE USE OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS (DRONES)."

DISCUSSION
As presented by the La Verne Police Department, drone technology is becoming more common in recreation, education, and commercial work. The proposed ordinance addresses unsafe or unauthorized drone operations, particularly those occurring near schools, special events, and emergency incidents, and creates a permit process for approved UAS activities. Because the City is near Brackett Field Airport, federal authorization requirements also apply. In summary, the proposed ordinance establishes a new Chapter 8.37 within Title 8 of the La Verne Municipal Code to regulate the operation of UAS, commonly referred to as drones.

This item was introduced for first reading at the December 15, 2025, meeting and approved by a vote of 5-0.

FISCAL ANALYSIS
The ordinance authorizes cost recovery through permit fees and administrative citations.

Enforcement will be carried out by existing City staff and will not require additional personnel or new resources.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
This action is categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3), the common-sense exemption, as it can be seen with certainty that the proposed ordinance will not have a significant effect on the environment.

LEGAL REVIEW

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Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Pertaining to Regulating Unmanned Aircraft., Page 2

Reviewed and approved by the City Attorney.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones) 26-1138

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ORDINANCE NO. 26-1138

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 8.37 TO TITLE 8 OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL

CODE REGULATING THE USE OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS (DRONES) WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of La Verne recognizes that unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), commonly referred to as drones, are increasingly used for recreation, education, commerce, and public safety; and WHEREAS, portions of the City of La Verne lie within controlled airspace associated with Brackett Field Airport (POC), a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Class D airspace facility, requiring FAA authorization for certain UAS flights; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds it necessary to regulate the launching and landing of UAS from City property to protect the safety, privacy, and quiet enjoyment of residents and visitors; and
WHEREAS, the City Council further finds that the FAA regulates navigable airspace and flight operations, while local governments retain authority to regulate the use of City property and ground-based activities; and
WHEREAS, this ordinance is consistent with federal law, applicable state statutes, and the City’s authority to regulate activities on municipal property for the protection of public safety, privacy, and welfare; and
WHEREAS, the City Council now desires to establish reasonable regulations for UAS operations launched from or landed on City property and to create a permitting system for authorized uses;

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. A new Chapter 8.37 - Unmanned Aircraft Systems is hereby added to Title 8 of the La Verne Municipal Code to read as follows:

Chapter 8.37 - UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS

8.37.010 Purpose and Findings
The City recognizes the benefits of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems for recreation, education, commerce, and public safety. Portions of La Verne lie within controlled airspace associated with Brackett Field Airport (POC), a Class D airspace facility, where FAA authorization applies to certain flights. The City defers to federal law on air navigation and regulates only ground-based activities on City property to protect safety, privacy, and quiet enjoyment.

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This chapter regulates launching from and/or landing on City property, conduct that interferes with emergency operations, and raises privacy and/or harassment concerns, while establishing a permitting system for authorized drone use.

8.37.20 Definitions
For purposes of this chapter:

A. “Unmanned Aircraft (UA),” “Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS),” or “Drone” means an aircraft operated without direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft and includes the associated control station and communications links.

B. “City Property” means any real property or airspace immediately above property owned, leased, operated, or controlled by the City, including parks, open space, buildings, lots, and public rights-of-way.

C. “Recreational Flyer” means an operator flying strictly for recreational purposes under 49 United States Code section 44809.

D. “Remote Pilot” means an operator certificated under 14 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 107.

E. “Emergency Operation” includes police, fire, emergency medical, or disaster response activity, including temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) or incident perimeters.

F. “Special Event” means a city-permitted event or assembly designated by the city manager or designee.

G. “UAS Activity Permit” means a permit issued by the police chief or designee.

8.37.030 Applicability and Federal Preemption
This chapter applies to any person who launches or lands a UAS from or on City property or whose UAS operation originates from City property.

Nothing in this chapter regulates or is intended to regulate navigable airspace, flight paths, or pilot certification beyond requiring compliance with applicable FAA regulations, including Remote ID, Part 107, and section 44809.

8.37.040 General Rules for Launching and Landing on City Property A. FAA Compliance Required. All UAS operations launched or landed from City property shall comply with FAA regulations, including registration, Remote ID, and airspace authorization requirements.

B. Permitted Areas. Launching or landing is prohibited except:

1. In a city-designated area during posted hours;

2. Under a valid City UAS Activity Permit; or

3. As part of an authorized public safety operation.

C. Rights-of-Way. Launching or landing from or on streets, sidewalks, or medians is prohibited except under a city-issued UAS Activity Permit or for public safety operations.

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D. Proximity Restrictions. Launching or landing within 200 feet of schools, playfields, or critical facilities (including police, fire, or utility sites) is prohibited without written authorization from the police chief or designee.

E. Emergency or Red Flag Days. The city manager or fire chief may suspend UAS operations from city open spaces during declared emergencies or Red Flag conditions.

F. Noise and Harassment. Operators shall not harass, stalk, disturb persons or wildlife, or create unreasonable noise while operating a UAS.

8.37.050 Interference with Emergency Operations
It is unlawful to operate a UAS in a manner that interferes with or obstructs emergency operations or violates a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR). Pursuant to state and federal law, public employees are immune from liability for damage to a UAS reasonably necessary to abate such interference.

8.37.060 Privacy and Data Use
Operators shall not use a UAS in a manner that violates California Civil Code section 1708.8 or any other privacy law. Use of optical, audio, or thermal sensors to surveil persons on private property where a reasonable expectation of privacy exists is prohibited unless authorized by law.

8.37.070 Recreational and Commercial Operations
Recreational flyers must comply with 49 United States Code section 44809, including TRUST certification and visual line-of-sight requirements.

Commercial operators must hold an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate and present documentation upon request by City personnel.

8.37.080 City UAS Activity Permits
A. The city may designate UAS launch/land sites and issue day-use permits for recreational operations.

B. A UAS Activity Permit is required for commercial filming, demonstrations, or drone use within 400 feet of a Special Event.

C. The City may impose conditions, including insurance, safety perimeters, visual observers, and cost-recovery fees. Fees for issuance of a UAS Activity Permit may be set by Council Resolution.

8.37.090 Public Safety and City Exemption
City personnel, contractors, or mutual aid partners operating UAS for official duties are exempt from this chapter when acting within the scope of employment or under written authorization of the city manager or chief of police.

8.37.100 Violations and Enforcement

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A. Any violation of this chapter shall constitute an infraction punishable by administrative citation or as otherwise authorized by the Municipal Code.

B. Each incident or day of violation constitutes a separate offense.

C. The police chief or designee may revoke, deny and/or suspend a UAS Activity Permit for cause, based on a preponderance of the evidence standard. A revocation, denial and/or suspension may be appealed by the permittee and/or applicant to the city manager, by filing a written appeal therefrom with the city clerk’s office along with any required fee, within 10-calendar days of the date of notice of revocation, denial and/or suspension. The appeal shall be heard by the manager within 30-calendar days, or as soon thereafter as may be practical.

Section 2. Severability. The City Council declares that should any provision, section, paragraph, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance be rendered, declared invalid, or unconstitutional, by any final court of competent jurisdiction or by reason of any preemptive legislation, the remaining provisions, sections, paragraphs, sentences, words, of this Ordinance shall remain in full force and effect.

Section 3. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its adoption.

Section 4. Signature and Processing. The Mayor shall sign and the Deputy City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this ordinance, cause it to be published as required by law, and it shall thereafter take effect as provided by law.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of January, 2026.

______________________
Tim Hepburn
City of La Verne Mayor

Attest:

_______________________
Debra Fritz
Deputy City Clerk

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CERTIFICATION

I hereby certify that the forgoing Ordinance 26-1138 was introduced for first reading by title only at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of La Verne held on the 15th day of December, 2025 and duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of La Verne at a meeting thereof held on the 20th day of January, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

__________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk

Agenda Packet - January 20, 2026
City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report

DATE: January 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Cody Howing, City Engineer
SUBJECT: ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2026 LOS ANGELES COUNTY BUILDING CODE AND 2025 FIRE CODE AND GREEN BUILDING CODE BY

REFERENCE AND DETERMINATION OF EXEMPTION FROM THE

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT PURSUANT TO CEQA
GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(B)(3).

SUMMARY
The adoption of the 2026 Los Angeles County Building, the 2025 California Fire Code and, Green Building Standards Code are required under the California Health and Safety Code. These codes are established to provide the City of La Verne with the minimum construction and property maintenance standards that promote the health and welfare of the public to make buildings more efficient in the use of materials and energy, and to reduce environmental impact during and after construction.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council adopt the attached Ordinance adopting Title 26 – Building Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 27 – Electrical Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 28 – Plumbing Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 29 – Mechanical Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 30 – Residential Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Title 24 Part 9 – California Fire Code including Appendices Chapters 4, B, C, D, and I, Title 24 Part 7 – Wildland-Urban Interface Code which includes Appendices Chapters A, B, C, D, F, G, H and I, Title 24 Part 11 – California Green Building Code, and the City of La Verne amendments to portions of these codes also known as the 2025 California Building Standards Code, by reference, with certain changes and modifications, and making revisions thereto.

DISCUSSION
Every three years the State Building Code and Fire Codes are updated. The most recent 2026 Edition update was adopted by the California Building Standards Commission with an effective date of January 1, 2026. Section 17958 of the California Health and Safety Code requires that the latest California Building Standards Codes apply to local construction 180 days after they become effective at the state level. State law also requires that local amendments to the California Building Standards Codes be enacted only when an express finding is made that such modifications or changes are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographic conditions.

As in past code adoptions, the City of La Verne has used the Los Angeles County code adoption process to make those findings for its local amendments and has adopted the Los Angeles County codes by reference. The Los Angeles County codes were recently adopted by

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the County Board of Supervisors on November 25, 2025. The Los Angeles County amendments to the 2025 Edition contain essential amendments and additions to the International Building Codes and the State of California Building Code. Included in these amendments are the administrative portions of the laws as well as such important chapters for grading and substandard properties.

Due to the timeline of when Los Angeles County completed the adoption, there was insufficient time for the City to follow its standard process of first and second reading of the ordinance and a 30-day effective period and comply with the January 1, 2026, effective date requirements.

Therefore, the City adopted the Los Angeles County codes by reference, utilizing the urgency ordinance provisions allowed under the California Code to comply with state law on December 15, 2025. A conventional ordinance process involving public hearings for the first and second reading has also been conducted concurrently to ensure the requirements are adopted into the City Code.

While staff is proposing the adoption of the California Building Standards as amended by Los Angeles County, staff is not recommending adopting the California Green Building Standards Code as amended by Los Angeles County (Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code). Los Angeles County is adopting more stringent measures in the Green Building Code which may be burdensome for developers to incur additional costs over and above the requirements of the State of California. It is our intention not to burden applicants with any additional requirements where allowed.

The proposed ordinance adopts by reference portions of the 2026 California Building Code Series. To provide consistency within the Los Angeles County basin and provide the public with locally applicable and efficient codes, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works joined efforts with cities in Los Angeles County to undergo thorough examinations of previous and proposed amendments. Many of the local amendments to the Codes are based on the model language generated by the Los Angeles Regional Uniform Code Program (LARUCP).

The primary changes in this adoption are section reference changes.

Additionally, this ordinance will adopt the 2025 California Fire Code (CFC). The CFC is modeled after the International Fire Code (IFC) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards. The Office of the State Fire Marshal reviews all of California’s fire and life safety regulations for relevancy, necessity, conflict, duplication, and/or overlap. Thus, collectively, the CFC ensures that the City has a substantial body of code upon which it can base its regulations. These nationally recognized and accepted practices safeguard life and property from fire and explosion hazards. The CFC also contains provisions to assist emergency response personnel. CFC is part nine of the California Building Standards, also known as the California Code of Regulations Title 24. The Fire Department is proposing to carry forward past amendments to Section 15.04.095 of the municipal code to strengthen the language and remove ambiguity regarding the residential fire sprinkler requirements. This revision is located in Section 5 of the Ordinance.

The ordinance will amend Titles 26 (Building Code), 27 (Electrical Code), 28 (Plumbing Code), 29 (Mechanical Code), and 30 (Residential Code) to reflect the most critical and necessary

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County amendments required because of local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions, as well as the California Green Building Code and California Fire Code. The amendments have been prepared by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works in accordance with sections 17958 and 18941.5 of the California Health and Safety Code with the findings clearly delineated for each of the proposed amendments in a chart which is set forth in Section 31 of the Los Angeles County ordinance (attached for reference). The ordinance does not adopt Title 31 (Green Building Standards Code) of the Los Angeles Code but adopts the 2025 California Green Building Standards Code without amendments. The last City update to the State Building Standards Code and Fire Code was approved by the City Council in 2022.

FISCAL ANALYSIS
This action will not result in any additional expenditure of funds by the City of La Verne. This process is an administrative requirement to continue to comply with State Law.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
This Ordinance representing code updates is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) as a project that has no potential to cause a significant effect on the environment.

LEGAL REVIEW
This report has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Ordinance Building Code Adoption 2025

Coordinated with:

Eric Scherer, Director of Community
Development
Brandon Coatney, Fire Chief

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ORDINANCE NO. ____

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE

ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE
SECTION 50022.2, THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE (TITLE 26 BUILDING

CODE OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE), THE CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE (TITLE 27 ELECTRICAL CODE OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE), THE CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE (TITLE 28 PLUMBING

CODE OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE), THE CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE (TITLE 29 MECHANICAL CODE OF THE LOS

ANGELES COUNTY CODE), THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE (TITLE 30 RESIDENTIAL CODE OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE), THE CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING CODE (TITLE 24 PART 11 OF THE

CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE), THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE (TITLE 24, PART 9 INCLUDING APPENDICES CHAPTERS 4, B, C, D, AND I), WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE (TITLE 24 PART 7

INCLUDING APPENDICES CHAPTERS A, B, C, D, F, G, H AND I) AND

ADOPTING LOCAL AMENDMENTS THERETO

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1.

The City Council finds that the changes or modifications set forth in this Ordinance No. _____ are reasonably necessary to protect the health, safety and general welfare of the residents of the City of La Verne due to the following local conditions consistent with Health and Safety Code Sections 17958.5(a) and 17958.7:

A. The City has steep hillside topography, unstable geology, natural watershed areas, expansive soils, underground streams, and hillside fire hazard areas within the City. This local condition requires fire sprinklers, designated fire hazard zones, and adoption of emergency notifications listed in Sections 5 and 7 to protect combustible construction and afford timely fire response.

B. The City of La Verne is subject to seasonable high temperatures and dry atmospheric conditions which often occur during times of high-velocity winds which cause potentially hazardous fire conditions. Due to the climatic, geographic and topographical conditions hereinabove described, the City of La Verne is susceptible to fires which are of particular danger during periods of high winds when fires tend to spread across building roofs where such roofs are not of noncombustible or fire-retardant construction.

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This requires local modification to Section 6 and 7 requiring fire retardant roofing materials.

C. The City is within a highly seismically active region. The City is adjacent to various active faults including the Chino, Sierra Madre, Cucamonga, Whittier, San Jacinto, and Raymond Faults. It is necessary to modify the State Code as amended by Los Angeles County, adding LA County Amendments listed in Section 2 of this Ordinance.

D. The City has steep hillside topography and high fire hazard areas which have been designated by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection as a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. This item requires rapid response, designating Fire Zone areas within the City, and adoption of fire sprinkler requirements within the City as outlined in Sections 7, 8, and 2 within this Ordinance.

E. Due to local Los Angeles County regional conditions as listed in Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein for reference, these modifications are necessary for Section 2.

F. The State of California and the City of La Verne have consistently promoted and encouraged the use of fuel-efficient electric vehicles.

Section 2. Section 15.04.010 of the La Verne Municipal Code is hereby amended to read:

15.04.010 Adoption of County Codes and California Building Standards Codes by reference.

A. The City adopts by reference, except as provided in this chapter, those certain codes known and designated as THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE (TITLE 26 BUILDING CODE OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, 2026 EDITION), THE 2025 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE (TITLE 27 ELECTRICAL CODE OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, 2026 EDITION), THE 2025 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE (TITLE 28 PLUMBING CODE OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, 2026 EDITION), THE 2025 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE (TITLE 29 MECHANICAL CODE OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, 2026 EDITION), THE 2025 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE (TITLE 30 RESIDENTIAL CODE OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, 2026 EDITION), as adopted by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on November 25, 2025 AND THE 2025 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING CODE (TITLE 24 PART II OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE), THE 2025 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE INCLUDING APPENDICES CHAPTERS 4, B, C, D, AND I (TITLE 24

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PART 7 OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE) 2025 THE

WILDLAND URBAN INTERFACE CODE INCLUDING APPENDICES
CHAPTERS A, B, C, D, F, G, H AND I (TITLE 24 PART 7 OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE), and such codes, as amended, shall be the uniform building laws of the city.

B. One copy of the County of Los Angeles Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Residential codes, and the California Green Building Code has been deposited in the office of the Building Official and shall be at all times maintained by the Building Official for use and examination by the public.

C. The editions of the County of Los Angeles codes referenced in Section 15.04.010 shall supersede and replace editions previously adopted. The codes adopted by reference by Section 15.04.010 shall take effect on January 1, 2026, and shall apply to all projects submitted for plan check on or after that date.

D. See Section 15.32.010 for adopted Fire Code by the City of La Verne.

Section 3. References to “The 2022 California Building Code as amended by Title 26 Building Code of the Los Angeles County Code (Adopted November 15, 2022 by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors)” in Sections 15.24.010, 15.24.040 and throughout the La Verne Municipal Code are hereby amended to read as follows:

The 2025 California Building Code as amended by Title 26 Building Code of the Los Angeles County Code (Adopted November 25, 2025 by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors)

Section 4. Section 15.04.080 of the City of La Verne Municipal Code of hereby amended to read as follows:

Section 15.04.080 Penalty

Every person violating any provision of the 2025 California Building Code as amended by Title 26 Building Code of the Los Angeles Code, the 2025 California Electrical Code as amended by Title 27 Electrical Code of the Los Angeles County Code, the 2025 California Plumbing Code as amended by Title 28 Electrical Code of the Los Angeles County Code, or the 2025 California Mechanical Code as amended by Title 29 Los Angeles County Mechanical Code, or the California Residential Code as amended by Title 30 Residential Code of the Los Angeles County Code, the 2025 California Fire Code of Title 24 Part 9 of the California Building Standards Code Including Appendices Chapter 4, B, C, D and I, the 2025 Wildland-Urban Interface Code of Title 24 Part 7 of the California Building Standards Code Including Appendices Chapters A, B, C, D, F, G, H and I, and the California Green Building Code of Title 24 Part 11 of the California

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Building Standards Code adopted by reference by Section 15.04.010 or violating any provision of any permit or license granted thereunder, or any rules or regulations promulgated pursuant thereto, is guilty of a misdemeanor. Upon conviction thereof he or she shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars or imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. The imposition of such penalty for any violation shall not excuse the violation or permit it to continue. Each day that a violation occurs shall constitute a separate offense.

Section 5. Section 15.04.095 of the La Verne Municipal Code is hereby amended to read:

15.04.095 Section 903.2 of building and fire codes amended.

A. Section 903.2 of the Los Angeles County Building Code, and the California Fire Code (2025 Edition) as adopted by the city, is hereby amended to add the following:

Except for Group U occupancy groups, a fire sprinkler system is required in the following locations:

In all new institutional, educational, commercial, industrial buildings, or other uses as determined by the Fire Marshal, and in additions to existing institutional, commercial, industrial buildings, or other uses as determined by the Fire Marshal where the addition brings the total floor area to five thousand (5,000) square feet or more. The total floor area of buildings shall be computed without regard to separation walls and floors of less than four-hour construction without openings.

In the even that an automatic fire-extinguishing system is required by the particular occupancy of the building, the five thousand (5,000) square foot threshold for additions shall be inapplicable.

In all new residential construction and every existing building or structure relocated or moved onto a property, every building or structure which as a result of remodeling, fire, earthquake, or another disaster requires demolition and reconstruction, in its entirety, or every existing building or structure that is receiving or has received an addition(s) in which exceeding fifty percent (50%) of the original area is exceeded, shall have an approved automatic sprinkler system installed throughout therein. This requirement shall not apply to project which:

1. Have been approved prior to the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section; and

2. Have specific fire suppression requirements imposed as conditions of approval.

Enforcement of the provision of this section is hereby delegated to the Fire Chief or his or her authorized representative.

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Section 6. Section 15.24.010 of the La Verne Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:

Section 15.24.010 General Requirements

Notwithstanding any other provisions of the building code and appendix or the hillside overlay zone requirements to the contrary, the roof of any new building, the roof of any addition to any existing structure, and the re-roofing of any existing structure, and the re-roofing of any existing building as described by Section 15.24.040 of this chapter shall have a roof covering as classified in Section 1505 of the 2025 California Building Code as amended by Title 26 Building Code of the Los Angeles County code (adopted November 25, 2025, by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors), as adopted by the City, except that no form of wood shall be used as the covering material. In cases of historical preservation which require the use of original types of material, permission may be granted based upon alternative protection measures approved by the City’s Building Official and Fire Chief.

Section 7. Chapter 15.32 of the La Verne Municipal Code is hereby amended to read:

15.32.010 Fire code adopted by reference.

With the exception of the additions, deletions and amendments set forth in this Chapter, Part 9 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, comprising the California Fire Code 2025 Edition, which incorporates and amends the International Fire Code 2024 Edition, published by the International Code Council, including Appendices Chapter 4, B, C, D, and I, and the International Fire Code standards, is hereby adopted by reference as the Fire Code of the City of La Verne.

A copy of such code is now on file in the office of the City Clerk.

15.32.020 Definitions.

Wherever the word “jurisdiction” is used in the California Fire Code (2025 Edition), it is the City of La Verne. Wherever the words “fire code official” are used they shall be held to mean the fire chief or his or her lawful designee.

15.32.030 Storage of explosives and blasting agents.

The storage of explosive material and blasting agents, as defined in Chapter 2 of the California Fire Code (2025 Edition), is prohibited in all areas of the city.

15.32.040 Fireworks prohibited.

The sale, possession or use of all types of fireworks is prohibited throughout the city except when a permit is issued, in advance, by the Fire Chief or his or her designee for such uses as special effects, group entertainment or other uses

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in accordance with Chapter 56 of the California Fire Code (2025 Edition).

Fireworks are defined in Chapter 2 of the California Fire Code (2025 Edition) and include all forms of the devices, including, but not limited to, “safe and sane fireworks,” firecrackers, sky rockets, sparklers, fountains and other common fireworks.

15.32.050 Gates.

Standardized access for locked gate developments:

A. All vehicular security gates shall be automatic and accessible for the fire department by using a radio control device and a master key for overriding the system in the event of a radio failure. The design of the gates and controls shall be in accordance with city standards and approved by the fire and police departments.

B. All pedestrian security gates for residential complex with three or more units shall be accessible for the fire department by using a master key. The type of lock shall be in accordance with city standards and approved by the fire and police departments.

C. A master key shall be provided as outlined above and meet provisions of California Fire Code 506. An additional “blue” colored key box shall be provided for police department access in addition to the fire department key box.

15.32.060 Emergency Responder Radio Coverage.

Emergency responder radio coverage shall be provided to the police and fire department as outlined in California Fire Code 510. Approval from both fire and police shall be approved that they meet coverage and technical requirements outlined in California fire Code 510.

15.32.070 Appeals.

Whenever the fire chief disapproves an application or refuses to grant a permit applied for, or when it is claimed that the provisions of the code do not apply or that the true intent and meaning of the code have been misconstrued or wrongly interpreted, the applicant may appeal from the decision of the fire chief to the La Verne City Council within thirty days from the date of the decision appealed as provided for in Section 108 of the California Fire Code (2025 Edition).

15.32.080 New materials, processes or occupancies.

The city manager, the fire chief and the chief of the bureau of fire prevention shall act as a committee as required in Section 108 of the California Fire Code (2025 Edition) to determine and specify, after giving affected persons an opportunity to be heard, any new materials, processes or occupancies for which permits are required in addition to those now enumerated in said code. The chief of the bureau of fire prevention shall post such list of new materials, processes

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and occupancies requiring permits in a conspicuous place at the bureau of fire prevention and shall distribute copies thereof to interested persons.

15.32.090 Penalty.

Every person violating any provision of the California Fire Code (2025 Edition) as adopted by reference by Section 15.32.010, or of any permit or license granted there under, for any rules or regulations promulgated pursuant thereto, is guilty of a misdemeanor. Upon conviction thereof he shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars or imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. The imposition of such penalty for any violation shall not excuse the violation or permit it to continue. Each day that a violation occurs shall constitute a separate offense. In addition to any other remedies or penalties, the fire department may bring a civil suit to enjoin any violation of the provisions of the fire code.

Section 8. Chapter 15.37 of the La Verne Municipal Code is hereby amended to read the following:

Chapter 15.37 VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE REGULATIONS

15.37.050 Modifications to the California Wildland Urban Interface Code, as adopted by the City of La Verne.

The California Wildland Urban Interface Code 2025 Edition as adopted by the city pursuant to Sections 15.04.010 and 15.32.010 of the La Verne Municipal Code are amended as follows:

A. Add the following new subsection to California Wildland Urban Interface Code:

Section 106.13. Fire Protection Information on Plans and Specifications in Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area When Requested by the Fire Department. In addition to all other relevant provisions of this code and the California Fire Code, appendices and amendments thereto, a vicinity plan, scale no smaller than one inch equals forty feet, shall be submitted to and approved by the fire department prior to the issuance of a grading permit or, if no grading permit is to be issued, prior the issuance of a building permit. The plan shall show the following:

1. All existing and proposed private and public streets on the proposed development property and within three hundred feet of the property line of the proposed development, and so identified, with street width dimensions.

2. The location and identification of all existing and proposed fire hydrants within three hundred feet of the property line of the

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proposed development. The water supply shall meet the fire flow requirements as set forth in the latest adopted edition of the I.F.C. and Los Angeles County Building Code, and amendments thereto.

3. The location, occupancy classification, and use of abutting properties.

4. Preliminary fuel modification plans for all improvements in areas containing combustible vegetation shall be submitted to and approved by the fire department concurrent with the submittal for approval of any project requiring discretionary approval by the city.

Final fuel modification plans shall be submitted to and approved by the fire department prior to the issuance of a grading permit. The plans shall consider the criteria set forth in the Fuel Modification Plan Guidelines for Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones.

B. Add the following new definition to the Wildland Urban Interface Code Section 202—Definitions.

Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. All territory as established by the Director of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, is hereby determined to be within the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone due to the areas containing the type and condition of vegetation, topography, weather and structure density to increase the possibility of conflagration fires.

15.37.070 Special building standards for very high fire hazard zone.

A. Section 507 of the Wildland Urban Interface Code is amended by the addition of the following:

Building Standards. Building and structures hereafter constructed, or relocated into very high fire hazard severity zones shall, in addition to the requirements of the Los Angeles County Building Code and any other local ordinances, meet the following construction requirements.

1. Roofs. All new structures, and every existing structure where twenty-five percent or more of the total area of the existing building is re-roofed within any one-year period within a very high fire hazard severity zone shall not be wood and have at least a Class A fire retardant roof.

2. Underfloor Areas (Attached Structure). When the attached structure is located and constructed so that the structure or any portion thereof projects over a descending slope surface, the area below the structure shall have all underfloor areas enclosed to within six inches (152 mm) of the ground, with exterior walls in accordance

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with Section 504.6.

3. Walls. Detached accessory structures located less than fifty feet (15,240 mm) from a building containing habitable space shall have exterior walls constructed with materials approved for one-hour-rated fire-resistive construction, or constructed with noncombustible materials on the exterior side.

4. Underfloor Areas (Detached Structure). When the detached structure is located and constructed so that the structure or any portion thereof projects over a descending slope surface, the area below the structure shall have all underfloor areas enclosed to within six inches (152 mm) of the ground, with exterior walls in accordance with Section 504.11 and 504.6.

Section 9. This Ordinance shall take effect on January 1, 2026 and shall apply to all projects submitted for plan check on or after that date.

Section 10. The City Council finds and determines that this Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines §15061(b)(3) as a project that has no potential for causing a significant effect to the environment. The City Council further finds and determines that the local amendments to the California Building Code Standards set forth in this Ordinance are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions, in that a significant portion of the City is located in hillside and slope areas, is located within a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, prone to expansive soils, and is located near known fault lines.

Section 11. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase, or portion of this Ordinance is, for any reason, held to be unconstitutional or invalid or ineffective by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of the remaining portions of this Ordinance or any part thereof. The City Council herby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance irrespective of the fact that one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases be declared unconstitutional or invalid or ineffective. To this end the provisions of this Ordinance are declared to be severable.

Section 12. The City Clerk shall cause this Ordinance to be processed according to law.

Section 13. The City Clerk shall file a certified copy of this Ordinance with the California Building Standards Commission.

APPROVED and ADOPTED this ___ day of January, 2026.

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Mayor Tim Hepburn

ATTEST:

Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk

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State of California)
County of Los Angeles) ss.

City of La Verne)

I, Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk, City of La Verne, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. __ was adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council duly held on the 20th day of January, 2026, and duly passed and adopted by said city council and thereupon duly signed by the Mayor and attested by the Assistant City Clerk, and passed and adopted by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

__________________________
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk

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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report

DATE: January 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Eric Scherer, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FOR 2026-27.

SUMMARY
This is the 52nd funding year for the Community Development Block Grant Program. According to the Los Angeles Council Community Development Block Grant Bulletin, the City of La Verne is anticipated to be allocated $137,721 in Community Development Block Grant funds. The funding is proposed to be spent for the Senior Hot Lunch Program and for sidewalk improvements to increase accessibility.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council conduct a Public Hearing, and upon closing the Public Hearing, approve a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING

PARTICIPATION IN THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND SELECTING CERTAIN PROJECTS FOR FUNDING IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 - 2027."

DISCUSSION
The City of La Verne will be eligible to receive $137,721 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for fiscal year 2026-27. The recommendation for approval is made after consideration of the federal allocation requirements and the desire to continue the existing public service program given the estimated 2026-2027 CDBG allocations:

Sidewalk Improvements $117,063

Senior Hot Lunch Program (15%)

$20,658
2026-2027 CDBG Allocation

$137,721
Public service programs, according to a Community Development Commission regulation, may not exceed 15% of the yearly grant ($20,658) and each program must be funded a minimum of $10,000. The Senior Hot Lunch Program has been operating successfully with CDBG funds for over 20 years. Staff is recommending that the CDBG be awarded to the Senior Lunch Program for the full 15%, by funding the full amount of $20,658 to the Senior Lunch Program.

As identified in previous years, due to expanding regulatory criteria, it is difficult for La Verne to find programs that will be deemed eligible, e.g. meeting the national objective of assisting low/moderate income persons. One main challenge is the fact that there are no longer Census blocks within the city that qualify as 51% low/moderate income persons. This finding prohibits creating any programs that would qualify as having an area wide benefit within the community such as park improvements, street or alley improvements and public facility improvements. However, there are low income presumptions within the regulations for seniors and persons with disabilities. As such, Public Facilities and Improvements benefiting such presumed individuals are an eligible activities as restricting barriers would be removed.

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Accordingly, one of the most effective uses of CDBG funding is to remove barriers and improve access to persons with disabilities in the form of curb ramps, and sidewalk improvements, as proposed.

The following are proposed for City Council consideration:

PUBLIC SERVICE PROGRAM – SENIOR HOT LUNCH PROGRAM
This year, staff recommends that the Senior Hot Lunch Program, which has been funded for the past several years, be continued and funded a total of $20,658. Staff cannot recommend funding or the creation of any additional new public service programs due to the limited funds available. Based on the current year allocation, the maximum amount that can be used for public service programs is $20,658.

SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS
Historically, the City Council has allocated CDBG funding for the sidewalk repair program that would provide for removal of architectural barriers on damaged sidewalks for various locations throughout the City. Staff is recommending that the City Council approve the allocation of $117,063 towards this project for this fiscal year.

The Public Hearing is an opportunity for members of the public to provide their input into the allocation of the federal CDBG funds. This Public Hearing has been publicly noticed per federal regulations.

FISCAL ANALYSIS
The City of La Verne is anticipated to receive $137,721 in CDBG funds for fiscal year 2026-27. No appropriations are needed at this time, as they will be addressed during the regular budget process.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.

LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. CDBG Reso 2026-27

Report Prepared By:

Candice Bowcock, Principal Planner

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RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE,

CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND SELECTING CERTAIN PROJECTS FOR FUNDING IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 – 2027

WHEREAS, the City of La Verne participates in the Community Development Block Grant program through the Los Angeles County Urban County Program; and

WHEREAS, the County has indicated that the City of La Verne will be allocated approximately $137,721 in funds for projects which primarily benefit low- and moderate-income persons; and

WHEREAS, a public hearing notice was posted and published in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin on January 2, 2026, for a public hearing to be held on January 20, 2026, for the purpose of receiving public input on projects for funding;

WHEREAS, a duly notice public hearing was held on January 20, 2026;

NOW THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of La Verne DETERMINES AND DIRECTS as follows:

Section 1. Staff is instructed to submit the CDBG Program Planning Summary for approval to the Los Angeles County Community Development Commission with funding for the following programs in the specified amounts for fiscal year 2026-2027, as recommended in the staff report dated January 20, 2026:

2026-2027 CDBG Allocation $137,721

Senior Hot Lunch Program $20,658
Sidewalk Improvements $117,063

Section 2. Staff is authorized to adjust the program budget as necessary to take into account the final CDBG allocation from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and any amounts remaining unspent at the close of the fiscal year.

Section 3. The City Manager shall be authorized to submit the application and to sign all necessary forms and agreements for implementing the programs.

Section 4. This Resolution shall become effective immediately.

Section 5. That the Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the passage and adoption of this Resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of January, 2026.

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Reso. No. 2

Tim Hepburn
Mayor of the City of La Verne

ATTEST:

Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk

CERTIFICATION

I, Debra Fritz CMC Deputy City Clerk of the City of La Verne, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that Resolution No. 26-XX was duly passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of La Verne at a regular meeting held on the 20th day of January, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

__________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk

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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report

DATE: January 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Candice Bowcock, Principal Planner
SUBJECT: ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OLD TOWN LA VERNE SPECIFIC PLAN FOR MINIMUM DENSITY REQUIREMENT IN THE MIXED-USE 1 LAND DISTRICT

AND MAKING DETERMINATION OF EXEMPTION FROM THE CALIFORNIA

ENVIRONMENT QUALITY ACT PURSUANT TO THE COMMON SENSE
EXEMPTION OF CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(B)(3).

SUMMARY
Due to changes in market conditions and the feasibility of high-density residential development, the City’s minimum residential density requirement for the Mixed-Use 1 district in the Old Town La Verne Specific Plan area has become a barrier to development. The proposed ordinance reduces the minimum density from 38 dwelling units per acre (du/ac) to 20 du/ac to better align with current economic conditions and encourage new investment within the Old Town La Verne Specific Plan area.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council conduct a Public Hearing, and introduce by title only and waive further reading of an Ordinance titled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA,

AMENDING THE OLD TOWN LA VERNE SPECIFIC PLAN TO REVISE THE MINIMUM DENSITY REQUIREMENT IN THE MIXED-USE 1 LAND USE DISTRICT FROM 38 TO 20 DWELLING UNITS/ACRE" and find that the adoption is exempt from the California Environment Quality Act pursuant to the common sense exemption of CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3).

DISCUSSION
In November 2024, the City Council adopted an urgency ordinance establishing a minimum density of 38 dwelling units per acre for the Mixed-Use 1 and Mixed-Use 2 districts within the Old Town La Verne Specific Plan. This requirement was later formalized through Ordinance No. 25-1129, adopted in February 2025.

The intent of the minimum density standard was to:
• Support implementation of the 2021-2029 Housing Element • Increase housing production
• Support the City's Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD) In June 2024, the City approved a 77-unit/acre project at 1941 White Avenue. However, the developer has since determined the project is no longer financially feasible, and no other developers have expressed interest in high-density residential development in the Mixed-Use 1 district.

Economic conditions have shifted statewide, and high-density housing is increasingly difficult to finance. As a result, the current minimum density requirement—intended to encourage development—has had the opposite effect, discouraging investment and stalling activity. The City has received a letter from Colliers, the broker for the 1941 White Avenue project, further documenting the problems with building new market-rate apartments at this time, which include interest rates, high material costs, and labor shortages.

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Ordinance Amending the Old Town La Verne Specific Plan for Minimum Density Requirement in the Mixed-Use 1 Land District and Making Determination of Exemption from the California Environment Quality Act Pursuant to the Common Sense Exemption of CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3)., Page 2

The Mixed-Use 1 district will have a lower maximum allowable density compared to Mixed-Use 2, reflecting its intended transitional nature. Reducing the minimum density in this district is consistent with the purpose of the Specific Plan and is expected to facilitate development that better aligns with market feasibility, activate vacant opportunity sites within the Mixed-Use 1, and support long-term revitalization objectives.

Project Description
The proposed ordinance revises Footnote (c) of Figure 10.1 in the Old Town La Verne Specific Plan to read:

“(c) In this District there is a minimum residential density of 38 20 du/acre.”

This is the only substantive change to the Specific Plan and no changes are proposed to maximum density, maximum height, parking requirements, or lot development standards. The ordinance also reaffirms that the minimum density does not apply to adaptive reuse projects. The amendment is consistent with the General Plan because it continues to allow adequate housing capacity to meet assigned Regional Housing Needs

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Assessment (RHNA) obligations, it supports the City’s goals for infill development, and it removes regulatory barriers that currently prevent feasible development. Lower-density mixed-use housing still aligns with land use designations and maintains consistency with the City’s long-term vision for the area.

The Housing Element does not mandate minimum densities in Mixed-Use 1. The proposed change will not reduce the City’s overall housing capacity and does not result in the loss of any identified Housing Element sites. Based on developer feedback and current financing limitations, a minimum density of 38 du/acre is no longer economically viable. The proposed reduction to 20 du/acre will increase the likelihood that property owners and developers will pursue projects, encourages reinvestment in the area, and aligns with contemporary market conditions.

During the Planning Commission meeting on December 10, 2025, the Planning Commission unanimously voted to recommend approval of the Ordinance to the City Council.

A notice of public hearing was published in the newspaper and mailed to property owners within 300 feet of the affected area on December 25, 2025, consistent with City and State requirements.

FISCAL ANALYSIS
Approval of this item will have no direct financial impact.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The ordinance is exempt from CEQA under CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption) because it reduces the minimum density requirement, does not increase development potential, and does not create a reasonably foreseeable environmental impact.

LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Draft City Council Ordinance Min Density OTLVSP

2. Letter from Brendan Kelly, Colliers

Coordinated with:

Lisa Kranitz, Assistant City Attorney

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1 ORDINANCE NUMBER 26-XXX

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE,

CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE OLD TOWN LA VERNE SPECIFIC PLAN TO REVISE THE MINIMUM DENSITY REQUIREMENT IN THE MIXED-USE 1 LAND USE DISTRICT FROM 38 TO 20 DWELLING UNITS/ACRE
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 65300 et seq. requires the City of La Verne (“City”) to adopt and maintain a General Plan that contains certain elements, describes its long-term goals, and develop policies and programs to achieve those goals; and
WHEREAS, in June 2024, the City approved a mixed-use housing development project in the Old Town La Verne Specific Plan area for 1941 White which provided for a density of approximately 77 units per acre; and
WHEREAS, in November 2024, the City Council adopted an Urgency Ordinance establishing a minimum density requirement of 38 dwelling units/acre for the Mixed-Use 1 and 2 land use districts in order to help meet the City’s housing obligations as set forth in the 2021-2029 Housing Element and to help support the City’s Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District; and
WHEREAS, in February 2025, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 25-1129 which imposed a minimum density requirement of 38 dwelling units/acre for the Mixed- Use 1 and 2 land use districts; and
WHEREAS, for a number of reasons, high-density multi-family housing has slowed down in the State in the past year and has become more difficult to finance and more costly to build; and
WHEREAS, symptomatic of the change in the economics has caused the developer of 1941 White to determine that it is no longer financially feasible to move forward with the project and there has been no interest from buyers in developing this project; and
WHEREAS, one of the top real estate brokers (Colliers) has informed the City that the difficulty in building new market-rate apartments at this time has to do with the cost of construction exceeding the value of existing market-rate properties as rising interest rates, high material costs, and labor shortages have pushed total development costs to historic highs; and
WHEREAS, there is still a market for the development of lower-density projects; and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes that by creating a minimum density of 38 dwelling units/acre in order to spur development, it unwittingly created a situation where development has actually been stymied; and

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2 WHEREAS, the Mixed-Use 1 land use district has a lower maximum residential density that the Mixed-Use 2 land use district; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that it is in the best interests of the City to reduce the minimum density allowed in the Mixed-Use 1 land use district in order to spur development; and
WHEREAS, this Ordinance does not impact the maximum density that may be built on any lot in the Mixed-Use 1 land use district; and WHEREAS, on December 10, 2025 the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on this Ordinance at which time it considered all evidence presented, both written and oral; and
WHEREAS, after the close of the public hearing the Planning Commission approved a resolution recommending that the City Council adopt this Ordinance and find that the Ordinance is exempt from CEQA; and
WHEREAS, on January 20, 2026, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing on this Ordinance for Introduction and First Reading.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Findings. The Whereas clauses set forth above are true and correct and incorporated herein as findings of fact.

SECTION 2. The Old Town La Verne Specific Plan is hereby amended as follows:

Figure 10.1: Development Standards for the Old Town Mixed-Use, Mixed-Use 1 and 2, Medium Density Residential and University of La Verne Districts is hereby amended by revising footnote (c) as follows, all other provisions of the chart remain the same:

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* Projects over 10,000 square feet or with a frontage that exceeds 100 feet are subject to landscaping and open space improvements subject to review and approval by the Development Review Committee.

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3 (a) Residential or Office
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(c) In this District there is a minimum residential density of 20 du/acre (d) In this District there is a minimum residential density of 38 du/acre (e) The minimum residential density does not apply if there an adaptive reuse of a building to residential.

SECTION 3. CEQA. This Ordinance is exempt from CEQA under the “common sense exemption” of CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). The Ordinance only reduces the minimum number of dwellings per acre but does not change the total amount of development that is allowed.

SECTION 4. Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance, or any part thereof is for any reason held to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this ordinance or any part thereof. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase be declared unconstitutional.

SECTION 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect on the 31st day after passage.

SECTION 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance.

PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this ___day of __________, 2026. ______________________________________
Mayor Tim Hepburn
_______________________________
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk

CERTIFICATION
AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk

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Kitty Wallace
Vice Chair
Southern California
Multifamily Leader
Brendan Kelly
Executive Vice President
11601 Wilshire Blvd
Suite 2350
Los Angeles, CA 90025

colliers.com
November 19, 2025

City of La Verne, CA Planning Commission
3660 D Street
La Verne, CA 91750

RE: 1941 White Avenue Property; Multifamily Market in Southern California

Based on recent experience, our top 30 potential buyers for the 1941 White Avenue property were either home builders (lower density) or LHTC affordable developers and the price of the land has decreased over 40% since the offers the seller of 1941 White Avenue had on the table 4 years ago.

It has become nearly impossible to build new market-rate apartments right now because the cost of construction exceeds the value of existing market-rate properties. Rising interest rates, high material costs, and labor shortages have pushed total development costs to historic highs. Meanwhile, existing newer apartment buildings can often be purchased for less than the cost to build the same product today, creating a significant gap that makes new construction financially unfeasible without heavy subsidies or unusually strong rent growth.

As a result, many developers are shifting their focus to lower cost/ lower density properties, which are more economical to construct- i.e. townhomes, or affordable housing projects which offer more viable financial structures through tax-exempt bonds, low-income housing tax credits, density bonuses, and reduced parking requirements. Programs like ED1 and other local inclusionary incentives make affordable projects pencil out more easily by lowering land and construction costs per unit while increasing allowable density. In short, the combination of inflated construction expenses and limited market-rate returns has redirected development activity toward the single-family home market with lower construction costs and higher per foot exit prices or to the subsidized affordable housing sector, where public incentives help bridge the financial gap that the private market can no longer cover.

Sincerely,

Brendan Kelly

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Agenda Report

DATE: January 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Danny Wu, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: DISCUSSION REGARDING SAN GABRIEL VALLEY COUNCIL OF

GOVERNMENTS AND CITY OF POMONA ARROW HIGHWAY CLASS IV

TWO-WAY BIKEWAY PROJECT DESIGN AND POTENTIAL CITY OF LA

VERNE PARTICIPATION FOR ARROW HIGHWAY REHABILITATION

SUMMARY
The SGVCOG's East San Gabriel Valley Sustainable Multimodal Improvements Project seeks to improve access to the Metro A-Line with new protected bikeways and pedestrian features across participating cities, including Pomona, La Verne, Azusa, Claremont, Covina, Glendora, and San Dimas. As part of this program, the Pomona City Council recently approved the Alternative 4 design concept which adds a continuous two-way Class IV bikeway on the south side of Arrow Highway, potentially including the stretch from White Avenue to Lordsburg Court in the City of La Verne, while maintaining the existing number of vehicular travel lanes and on- street parking, and enhancing user safety. City Council direction is requested on the extent of City participation in this project.

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council provide direction to staff on coordinating with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) and the City of Pomona on the design of the bikeway’s terminus and connectivity at the White Avenue/Arrow Highway intersection and the roadway segment within the La Verne city limits, including opportunities to incorporate pavement rehabilitation as part of the project.

DISCUSSION
The East San Gabriel Valley Sustainable Multimodal Improvements Project is a regional initiative led by the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) to improve First/Last Mile connectivity associated with the Metro A-Line. The project includes protected bikeways, enhanced pedestrian lighting, ADA accessibility upgrades, and additional active- transportation features across several cities, including Pomona, La Verne, Claremont, San Dimas, Covina, and Azusa. These improvements align with Metro’s First/Last Mile Plan and the Arrow Highway Multimodal Corridor Plan and are intended to support safer and more convenient access to neighborhoods, schools, employment centers, commercial areas, and transit stations.

Under this framework, SGVCOG, in partnership with the City of Pomona, proposes to construct a continuous Class IV separated bikeway along Arrow Highway between White Avenue in La Verne and Mountain Avenue near the Pomona/Claremont border, along with pedestrian improvements on Garey Avenue and Bonita Avenue. This project will strengthen multimodal

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connectivity to the Pomona North A-Line station while leveraging significant regional funding sources, including Measure M Multi-Year Subregional Program funds and Metro Active Transport (MAT) Cycle 2 grants, thereby reducing the fiscal burden on local jurisdictions. On November 17, 2025, the Pomona City Council approved Alternative 4, which shifts vehicular travel lanes north to accommodate a fully protected Class IV bikeway on the south side of Arrow Highway. The design maintains the existing number of travel lanes, preserves on-street parking in Pomona between Lordsburg Court and Fair Avenue, and creates a safer corridor where bicyclists are separated from motorists by raised delineators and a buffered lane.

Project Coordination in City of La Verne
A portion of this proposed bikeway, approximately 850 linear feet, lies within La Verne’s right-of- way between White Avenue and Lordsburg Court, offering a seamless connection into the La Verne/Fairplex station-area circulation network and supporting future mobility needs associated with the planned Fairplex redevelopment.

White Avenue is viewed as a logical project terminus rather than at the city limits with Pomona. In the proposed La Verne project area, there is currently no on-street parking that would be impacted and the project would introduce a two-way Class IV bikeway adjacent to the south curb, protected by raised delineator posts and a painted buffer. Minor adjustments to the existing median and lane widths may be necessary and would become part of the project costs covered by SGVCOG and Pomona if the City Council concurs with a White Avenue terminus.

While SGVCOG and Pomona are continuing to refine the Alternative 4 design concept, a Class IV bikeway on Arrow Highway is consistent with La Verne’s General Plan, Active Transportation Plan, and Local Roadway Safety Plan. Accordingly, staff recommends concurrence with Alternative 4 design concept and direction to coordinate design details for the bikeway terminus and pavement rehabilitation within La Verne at White Avenue with no reduction in travel lanes or ingress/egress impediments from parcels south of Arrow Highway.

The City has participated in the past with the City of Pomona on street improvement projects. In 2024, the City included a portion of White Avenue south of Arrow Highway in a Pomona street improvement project, thereby achieving street improvements at a reduced price due to efficiencies in partnering with Pomona's project. For the proposed Arrow Highway bikeway project, the portion of Arrow Highway within the City of La Verne has a pavement condition index that ranges from very poor to fair. The City does need to perform street rehabilitation in the near term to bring portions of Arrow Highway up to "very good" condition. By partnering with Pomona at this time and paying for the portion of street improvements outside of the project boundary east of White Avenue, the City will achieve cost savings than if we were to do that portion of highway on our own. Cost savings originate from being part of a larger project and being an "add on" with other standard costs paid for through the grant funding allocated to the project. Such funding is directly paying for designs, plans, and portions of the project, if continued to White Avenue, that are within the City's jurisdiction. While the City would realize cost efficiencies if we were doing our entire stretch of Arrow Highway, there are no plans nor funding in the near future for completing such a large street rehabilitation project. Accordingly, staff agrees that having Arrow Highway east of White Avenue rehabilitated at this time is cost effective and worthy to participate with the City of Pomona. The City does have funding that could be made available in non General Fund

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sources. Those sources are restricted to street improvements and therefore are appropriate to use.

FISCAL ANALYSIS
There is no impact to the City’s General Fund for design, permitting, or construction, as SGVCOG will fund these phases. However, based on City Council direction, because a segment of the bikeway lies within La Verne, the City may incur minor cost-sharing for traffic signal modifications and will be responsible for ongoing operations and maintenance of its portion once completed.

The overall First/Last Mile project is currently estimated at $16.1 million, with $13.9 million already secured by SGVCOG and the City of Pomona. With the Pomona City Council’s selection of Alternative 4 as the preferred design concept, a $2.2 million funding shortfall was identified. The Pomona City Council has committed to covering this shortfall with local funds in order to advance the Alternative 4 design and maintain project delivery.

To achieve needed street improvements within the City of La Verne's responsibility area, if so directed by the City Council, is estimated at less than approximately $528,100. This compares to spending over $775,000 if we were to do the project on our own as a distinct separate project. While exact costs may change slightly due to quantities used, staff is comfortable with the projected costs and methodology as presented by SGVCOG and the City of Pomona.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the SGVCOG is serving as the Lead Agency for the Arrow Highway Class IV Bikeway Project and will prepare the applicable CEQA environmental document for the overall corridor. The cities of Pomona and La Verne are each acting as Responsible Agencies under CEQA for the portions of the project located within their respective city limits, as each city has discretionary approval authority over improvements within its public right-of-way.

LEGAL REVIEW
Not applicable.

ATTACHMENTS

1. La Verne Paving Arrow

Coordinated with:

Cody
Howing, PE - City Engineer

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