2026-02-02 City Council Meeting
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February 2 City Council Agenda Packet
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COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tim Hepburn, Mayor
Wendy Lau, Council Member
Steven Frank Johnson, Council Member
Rick Crosby, Council Member
Meshal "Kash" Kashifalghita, Mayor Pro Tem
Monday, February 2, 2026
Study 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 email 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 812 9529 3991 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.
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CLOSED SESSION TOPIC(S)
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 Fire Middle Management Association, La Verne Police Middle Management Association, and all Unrepresented Employees.
Conference with Legal Counsel, Existing Litigation pursuant to California Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1) – Five (5) cases:
Guerrero v. City of La Verne, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 2:23-cv-00644-JAK-E Ramirez v. City of La Verne, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 24PSCV00767 Ruiz v. City of La Verne, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 23PSCV02495 Smith v. City of La Verne, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 2:23-cv-00644-JAK-2 Gonzales v. City of La Verne, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 24STCV34625 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 - DANIELLE LEWIS ARMY SERGEANT (E-5) 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
University of La Verne Women's Volleyball - The 2025 University of La Verne women’s volleyball team delivered one of the most remarkable seasons in program history, finishing 30–3 overall and 15–1 in SCIAC while earning the No. 1 national ranking for seven consecutive weeks and remaining in the Top 10 all season. The Leopards captured the SCIAC Regular Season Championship and were led by Head Coach Jeff Hendershot, who surpassed 100 career wins and was honored, along with his staff, as SCIAC Coaching Staff of the Year. National accolades followed, highlighted by Mya Ray being named NCAA Division III National Player of the Year and becoming the program’s first 2,000-kill athlete, alongside multiple All-American and All-Region selections. In the postseason, La Verne claimed the Regional Championship, advanced through the Elite Eight and Final Four, and returned to the NCAA National Championship match for the first time since 2008, finishing as the 2025 National Runner-Up. With 30 wins, record-breaking performances, and a return to the national stage, the Leopards didn’t just make history — they launched a new era of La Verne volleyball.
Players: Kimi Watanabe-
Mayhew
America Reynaga Mortan Watkins
Vanessa Marquez Emma Yogan Tova Craig Zacky Coaston
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Lauren Gott Valerie Gallegos Lexi Giacobbe Kaitlyn Bloomer Bella Hargrave Mariah Ray Malia Capistrano Abigail Montana Keilani Mumolo Kamea Vongfak Mya Ray Alanna Jones
Brisa Necochea Isabella Emanuele Sophia-Allessandra
Nunez
Coaches: Jeff Hendershot Randi Taylor-Toomay Mario Meza Jack Coberly Ayana Mier
Support Staff: Kaitlyn Patterson Josh Davis
Fire Chief Swearing In - City Council will conduct the ceremonial oath of office for Fire Chief Coatney.
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 January 20, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes.
2. City Council Special Meeting Minutes of December 16, 2025.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes of the special meeting.
3. Register of Audited Demands in the amount of $1,244,095.25 dated 01/07/26, and in the amount of $2,570,761.26 dated 01/14/26, and in the amount of $382,493.02 dated 01/21/26.
Recommendation: That the City Council approved the audited demands.
4. Quarterly Treasurers Report Ending December 31, 2025. The Quarterly Treasurer’s Report provides an overview of the City’s cash and investment holdings as of December 31, 2025. The report confirms compliance with the City’s investment policy as set forth in Administrative Regulation Number 215, the Statement of Investment Policy, and the State of California’s Government Code (GC) Section 53646.
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Quarterly Treasurer’s Report for the period ending December 31, 2025.
5. Declaration of Intention to Provide Weed Abatement on Specific Properties. Each year, the AGENDA City Council 2/2/2026 Page 4
County of Los Angeles Department of Agricultural Commissioner/Weights & Measures conducts inspection for weeds, brush, rubbish, and refuse on public and private property that may be considered a seasonal and recurrent nuisance. A list of properties is provided the City for review. City Council is then required to declare its intention to provide for this abatement and set a public hearing for affected property owners to register objections to said abatement.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THAT WEEDS,
BRUSH, RUBBISH AND REFUSE UPON OR IN FRONT OF SPECIFIED PROPERTY IN THE
CITY ARE A SEASONAL AND RECURRENT PUBLIC NUISANCE AND DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO PROVIDE FOR THE ABATEMENT THEREOF" declaring the intention to provide for the abatement of weeds, brush, rubbish and refuse and setting a public hearing for Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
6. Making Determination of Exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act Pursuant to the Common Sense Exemption of CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 (B) (3) and Second Reading and Adoption of "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." Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending the Old Town La Verne Specific Plan for a minimum density of 20 dwelling units to the acre in the Mixed Use 1 District and making California Environmental Quality Act determinations.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt an Ordinance, entitled "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).
PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
7. Update and Discussion on Increased Wireless/Cellular Coverage in North La Verne. The City Council requested an update on the efforts to increase wireless/cellular coverage in the North La Verne area due to service holes and concerns over public safety.
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file this report and provide Staff appropriate direction to encourage greater wireless coverage in North La Verne.
8. Tri-City Mental Health Authority Governing Board Representative Appointment. Tri-City Mental Health Authority is seeking to fill a Governing Board vacancy following the November 2025 resignation of Carolyn Cockrell. Tri-City Mental Health Authority Liaisons Councilmembers Lau and Johnson reviewed the applications and recommend appointing Trent West to the Governing Board.
Recommendation: That the City Council appoint Trent West to serve on as La Verne's Tri-City Mental Health Authority Governing Board representative.
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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
Adjournment in Honor of Lupe Gaeta Estrella - Lupe was born and raised in La Verne, where she built both her life and her legacy. In 1979, she began her career with the City of La Verne as a Clerk Typist and over the next four decades, Lupe served the City in numerous roles in the City Clerk’s Office, primarily as the Assistant City Clerk, ending her career officially as the City Clerk. Her more than 40 years of service reflected a deep commitment to public service and to the community she loved.
Lupe’s relationship with the City of La Verne extended far beyond her professional roles. Her career was truly a testament to love, family, and community, as several members of her family also served the City, including her sons Gilbert Jr. and Sean, her sister Amelia, and her brothers John and Eddie.
Lupe was the light in every room. She had a generous spirit, always ready to help anyone who crossed her path.
Above all else, Lupe cherished her family. She was a devoted wife to Gilbert Sr. and a loving mother to Sean and Gilbert Jr. She was also a proud grandmother to Joseph, Zachary, and Zoey, whom she adored. In her free time, she enjoyed going to the movies and shopping, and she was often seen driving around town on her way to her favorite local theater or clothing store.
Lupe passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026, at the age of 66. Lupe Gaeta Estrella leaves behind a lasting legacy of service, compassion, and community that will endure in the City of La Verne. Those who worked with her and were fortunate to know her will carry forward her generosity, dedication, and love for this community.
DUE TO THE PRESIDENTS' DAY HOLIDAY, THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2026, WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2026, AT 5:30 PM
Posting Statement: A true copy of this Agenda was posted on January 27, 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
Tuesday, February 3 - Development Review committee, City Hall, 9:00 am
Saturday, February 7 - Strategic Planning Session, City Hall, 9:00 am
Monday, February 9 - Senior Movie Matinee, LV Community Center, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Wednesday, February 11 - Planning Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
Friday, February 13 - Dance for Those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, LV Community Center, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, February 17 - City Council meeting, City Hall Council Chamber, 5:30 pm
Wednesday, February 18 - State of the City, ULV Abraham Campus Center, 2000 2nd Street, La Verne, 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Wednesday, February 18 - Senior Advisory Committee meeting, LV Community Center, 10:00 am
Wednesday, February 18 - Finance Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
Table of Contents
City Council Agenda Packet, Monday, February 2, 2026
Agenda 1
Agenda Items
PRESENTATIONS
ULV Women's Volley Ball Team Recognition
Fire Chief Swearing In
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Council Minutes of the January 20, 2026 Closed Session and Regular meeting 7
2. Council Minutes of the December 16, 2025 Special Meeting 15
3. Registers of Audited Demands 22
4. Quarterly Treasurers Report Ending December 31, 2025 32
5. RESOLUTION Declaring Weeds, Brush, Rubbish and intent to Provide for the Abatement 38
6. Second Reading & Adoption of ORDINANCE Amending the Old Town LV Specific Plan for Minimum Density - Mixed-Use 56 PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
7. Update and Discussion on Increased Wireless/Cellular Coverage in North La Verne 61
8. Tri-City Mental Health Authority Governing Board Representative Appointment 66
COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tim Hepburn, Mayor
Wendy Lau, Council Member
Steven Frank Johnson, Council Member
Rick Crosby, Council Member
Meshal "Kash" Kashifalghita, Mayor Pro Tem
Monday, February 2, 2026
Study 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 email 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 812 9529 3991 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.
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CLOSED SESSION TOPIC(S)
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 Fire Middle Management Association, La Verne Police Middle Management Association, and all Unrepresented Employees.
Conference with Legal Counsel, Existing Litigation pursuant to California Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1) – Five (5) cases:
Guerrero v. City of La Verne, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 2:23-cv-00644-JAK-E Ramirez v. City of La Verne, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 24PSCV00767 Ruiz v. City of La Verne, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 23PSCV02495 Smith v. City of La Verne, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 2:23-cv-00644-JAK-2 Gonzales v. City of La Verne, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 24STCV34625 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 - DANIELLE LEWIS ARMY SERGEANT (E-5) 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
University of La Verne Women's Volleyball - The 2025 University of La Verne women’s volleyball team delivered one of the most remarkable seasons in program history, finishing 30–3 overall and 15–1 in SCIAC while earning the No. 1 national ranking for seven consecutive weeks and remaining in the Top 10 all season. The Leopards captured the SCIAC Regular Season Championship and were led by Head Coach Jeff Hendershot, who surpassed 100 career wins and was honored, along with his staff, as SCIAC Coaching Staff of the Year. National accolades followed, highlighted by Mya Ray being named NCAA Division III National Player of the Year and becoming the program’s first 2,000-kill athlete, alongside multiple All-American and All-Region selections. In the postseason, La Verne claimed the Regional Championship, advanced through the Elite Eight and Final Four, and returned to the NCAA National Championship match for the first time since 2008, finishing as the 2025 National Runner-Up. With 30 wins, record-breaking performances, and a return to the national stage, the Leopards didn’t just make history — they launched a new era of La Verne volleyball.
Players: Kimi Watanabe-
Mayhew
America Reynaga Mortan Watkins
Vanessa Marquez Emma Yogan Tova Craig Zacky Coaston
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Lauren Gott Valerie Gallegos Lexi Giacobbe Kaitlyn Bloomer Bella Hargrave Mariah Ray Malia Capistrano Abigail Montana Keilani Mumolo Kamea Vongfak Mya Ray Alanna Jones
Brisa Necochea Isabella Emanuele Sophia-Allessandra
Nunez
Coaches: Jeff Hendershot Randi Taylor-Toomay Mario Meza Jack Coberly Ayana Mier
Support Staff: Kaitlyn Patterson Josh Davis
Fire Chief Swearing In - City Council will conduct the ceremonial oath of office for Fire Chief Coatney.
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 January 20, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes.
2. City Council Special Meeting Minutes of December 16, 2025.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes of the special meeting.
3. Register of Audited Demands in the amount of $1,244,095.25 dated 01/07/26, and in the amount of $2,570,761.26 dated 01/14/26, and in the amount of $382,493.02 dated 01/21/26.
Recommendation: That the City Council approved the audited demands.
4. Quarterly Treasurers Report Ending December 31, 2025. The Quarterly Treasurer’s Report provides an overview of the City’s cash and investment holdings as of December 31, 2025. The report confirms compliance with the City’s investment policy as set forth in Administrative Regulation Number 215, the Statement of Investment Policy, and the State of California’s Government Code (GC) Section 53646.
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Quarterly Treasurer’s Report for the period ending December 31, 2025.
5. Declaration of Intention to Provide Weed Abatement on Specific Properties. Each year, the
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County of Los Angeles Department of Agricultural Commissioner/Weights & Measures conducts inspection for weeds, brush, rubbish, and refuse on public and private property that may be considered a seasonal and recurrent nuisance. A list of properties is provided the City for review. City Council is then required to declare its intention to provide for this abatement and set a public hearing for affected property owners to register objections to said abatement.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THAT WEEDS,
BRUSH, RUBBISH AND REFUSE UPON OR IN FRONT OF SPECIFIED PROPERTY IN THE
CITY ARE A SEASONAL AND RECURRENT PUBLIC NUISANCE AND DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO PROVIDE FOR THE ABATEMENT THEREOF" declaring the intention to provide for the abatement of weeds, brush, rubbish and refuse and setting a public hearing for Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
6. Making Determination of Exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act Pursuant to the Common Sense Exemption of CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 (B) (3) and Second Reading and Adoption of "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." Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending the Old Town La Verne Specific Plan for a minimum density of 20 dwelling units to the acre in the Mixed Use 1 District and making California Environmental Quality Act determinations.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt an Ordinance, entitled "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).
PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
7. Update and Discussion on Increased Wireless/Cellular Coverage in North La Verne. The City Council requested an update on the efforts to increase wireless/cellular coverage in the North La Verne area due to service holes and concerns over public safety.
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file this report and provide Staff appropriate direction to encourage greater wireless coverage in North La Verne.
8. Tri-City Mental Health Authority Governing Board Representative Appointment. Tri-City Mental Health Authority is seeking to fill a Governing Board vacancy following the November 2025 resignation of Carolyn Cockrell. Tri-City Mental Health Authority Liaisons Councilmembers Lau and Johnson reviewed the applications and recommend appointing Trent West to the Governing Board.
Recommendation: That the City Council appoint Trent West to serve on as La Verne's Tri-City Mental Health Authority Governing Board representative.
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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
Adjournment in Honor of Lupe Gaeta Estrella - Lupe was born and raised in La Verne, where she built both her life and her legacy. In 1979, she began her career with the City of La Verne as a Clerk Typist and over the next four decades, Lupe served the City in numerous roles in the City Clerk’s Office, primarily as the Assistant City Clerk, ending her career officially as the City Clerk. Her more than 40 years of service reflected a deep commitment to public service and to the community she loved.
Lupe’s relationship with the City of La Verne extended far beyond her professional roles. Her career was truly a testament to love, family, and community, as several members of her family also served the City, including her sons Gilbert Jr. and Sean, her sister Amelia, and her brothers John and Eddie.
Lupe was the light in every room. She had a generous spirit, always ready to help anyone who crossed her path.
Above all else, Lupe cherished her family. She was a devoted wife to Gilbert Sr. and a loving mother to Sean and Gilbert Jr. She was also a proud grandmother to Joseph, Zachary, and Zoey, whom she adored. In her free time, she enjoyed going to the movies and shopping, and she was often seen driving around town on her way to her favorite local theater or clothing store.
Lupe passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026, at the age of 66. Lupe Gaeta Estrella leaves behind a lasting legacy of service, compassion, and community that will endure in the City of La Verne. Those who worked with her and were fortunate to know her will carry forward her generosity, dedication, and love for this community.
DUE TO THE PRESIDENTS' DAY HOLIDAY, THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2026, WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2026, AT 5:30 PM
Posting Statement: A true copy of this Agenda was posted on January 27, 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
Tuesday, February 3 - Development Review committee, City Hall, 9:00 am
Saturday, February 7 - Strategic Planning Session, City Hall, 9:00 am
Monday, February 9 - Senior Movie Matinee, LV Community Center, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Wednesday, February 11 - Planning Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
Friday, February 13 - Dance for Those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, LV Community Center, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, February 17 - City Council meeting, City Hall Council Chamber, 5:30 pm
Wednesday, February 18 - State of the City, ULV Abraham Campus Center, 2000 2nd Street, La Verne, 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Wednesday, February 18 - Senior Advisory Committee meeting, LV Community Center, 10:00 am
Wednesday, February 18 - Finance Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
MINUTES OF THE CLOSED SESSION & REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL ON JANUARY 20, 2026
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, Assistant City Attorney Tsai, and Assistant City Manager Ranells.
CLOSED SESSION TOPIC
Assistant City Attorney Tsai 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.
Public Employee Performance Evaluation, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b)(1): Title: City Manager
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 6:37 PM.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - US Army Sergeant Veteran, Karl Bauer
Mayor Pro Tem Kashifalghita, on behalf of the City Council, presented Karl 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.
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
Minutes City Council 1/20/2026 Page 2
Council Members Absent: None
Advisory Staff Present: City Manager Domer, Assistant City Attorney Tsai, and Assistant City Manager Ranells.
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 Landon Mendoza Zachkary Montoya Ralph Munoz Diego Negrete Maddoz Redfearn Luke Rudy Benjamin Shehee Jorge Solis
Diego Solis Zechariah Verduzco-
Murphy
City Council presented each player with a Pride of La Verne certificate and an In-n-Out gift card.
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.
City Council presented each volunteer with a Pride of La Verne certificate.
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.
City Council presented CASI with the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Proclamation.
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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.)
Public Announcements received from: Sherry Best LV Historical Society President, Andrea Blockinger City Admin Analyst, Adrian Romero LV Library Manager, Danita Beauchamp Resident, and Matthew Duran Chamber of Commerce Director.
Council Comments received from: Council Member Crosby, regarding the YFAC meeting date, and Mayor Hepburn regarding fire detectors and scams requesting money from residents.
CONSENT CALENDAR
(All items on the Consent Calendar are routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the Council or member of the audience requests separate discussion.)
After confirming no items were pulled, all Consent Calendar items were approved by a vote of 5-0, as moved by Kashifalghita and seconded by Lau.
1. City Council Minutes of the Closed Session & Regular meeting of December 15, 2025.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes. Approved
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. Approved
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).
Both recommendations were approved.
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
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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. Approved
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.” Approved
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)." Approved
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.
Mayor Hepburn opened the Public Hearing and City Engineer Howing reported on this item.
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Council Comments: None
Public Comments: Danita Beauchamp
It was moved by Kashifalghita, seconded by Crosby, and approved by a vote of 5-0.
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.
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."
Mayor Hepburn opened the Public Hearing and Assistant Planner Chin reported on this item.
Council Comments: Council Member Crosby ask if some of these funds could be used for other parks, for inclusive playgrounds.
Mayor Hepburn stated originally we couldn’t use it, it was mostly for the lunch program.
Public Comments: Danita Beauchamp
City Manager Domer addressed the use of funds question and the ADA compliance question.
It was moved by Crosby, seconded by Lau, and approved by a vote of 5-0.
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).
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Mayor Hepburn opened the Public Hearing and City Manager Domer and Assistant City Attorney Kranitz reported on this item.
Council Discussion/Comments: Council had various comments, thoughts, and questions.
Public Comments: Kathy Kalousek and Virginia Beltran
It was moved by Lau, seconded by Kashifalghita, and approved by a vote of 5-0.
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. 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 the 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.
Public Works Director Wu and Roy Cho SGVCOG Project Manager, reported on this item.
Council Discussion/Comments: Council engaged in a lengthy discussion regarding the many facets of this project and the ultimate desired outcome.
Public Comments: Jaime Riley, Danita Beauchamp, Richard Bowen, and Terry Prentice.
Council gave direction to move forward looking at specific items related to design, lane width, the reduction of medians, and the back up on eastbound Arrow and bring back to Council a design close to final for better understanding and final decision.
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.
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
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2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding with the La Verne Police Officers’ Association.
Assistant City Manager Ranells reported on this item.
Council Discussion/Comments: Council Member Crosby and Mayor Hepburn thanked all involved in bringing this negotiation to completion.
Public Comments: Andrew Mckinley President of the LV Police Officers Association
It was moved by Lau, seconded by Kashifalghita, and approved by a vote of 5-0.
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.”
Assistant City Manager Ranells reported on this item.
Council Comments: Council Member Crosby appreciates the leadership example of City Manager Domer.
Public Comments: Richard Bowen
It was moved by Johnson, seconded by Kashifalghita, and approved by a vote of 5-0.
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 received from: Terry Prentice, Raymond Swain, Sherry Best, Barbara Smythe, Virginia Beltran, Richard Bowen, and Danita Beauchamp.
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 Member Lau thanked the volunteers for the Christmas morning event, congratulations to Chief Coatney and best wishes to Chief Nigg, also there will be a Tri-City Mental Health meeting which Council Member Johnson will attend, as I’ll be out of town, and thank you to the residents of La Verne that applied for the Tri-City opening, and just a reminder of the Strategic Plan meeting on Saturday, February 7th.
Council Member Crosby wished everyone a happy new year.
Council Member Johnson wished all a happy new year also.
Mayor Pro Tem Kashifalghita thanked everyone who participated in the different events during the holidays, also thanked Public Safety for replacing the neighborhood watch signs, and appreciates his colleagues on the Council.
Mayor Hepburn thanked city staff, council colleagues and residents, and stated we have a great community here and we strive to listen and do things if we possibly can.
ADJOURNMENT - meeting adjourned at 9:48 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Debra Fritz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON
DECEMBER 16, 2025
ACTION MINUTES
“See Italics”
CALL TO ORDER – Meeting called to order at 4:04 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, Kashifalghita, and Hepburn.
Council Members Absent: Lau
Advisory Staff Present: City Manager Domer, and City Attorney Hall Barlow
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - led by Mayor Pro Tem Kashifalghita
PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL OF MENACING DOG DETERMINATION
1. Appeal of the Inland Valley Humane Society's menacing dog determination is being made by dog owner Richard Espinoza.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Nikole Bresciani, CEO/President Inland Valley Humane Society SWEARING IN OF WITNESSES - Witnesses giving testimony were sworn in by the Deputy City Clerk.
APPELLANT TESTIMONY - Appellant Espinoza presented his case.
COUNCIL QUESTIONS/COMMENTS - Council asked clarifying questions regarding testimony given.
INLAND VALLEY HUMANE SOCIETY TESTIMONY - Officer Espinoza presented the facts of the case/investigation, with follow-up testimony from Officer Gonzales
ADDITIONAL WITNESS TESTIMONY - Kaylie Arola testified to the incident on 8/18/25 where she was bitten by Phat Girl, while trying to protect her sister, Chloe Arola who was bitten by Rihanna.
Valerie Espinoza, parent to Kaylie Arola also testified to the events on 8/18/25.
REBUTTAL TESTIMONY - Appellant Espinoza gave rebuttal testimony.
Meeting recessed into Closed Session at 5:05 PM, per City Attorney Barlow a decision will be rendered within 10 days.
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CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING EXISTING OR ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9)
City Council’s decision was to uphold the findings of Inland Valley Humane Society. See attached decision letter.
Respectfully submitted,
Debra Fritz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk
City of La Verne
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1 BEFORE CITY OF LA VERNE
CITY COUNCIL
IN THE MATTER OF
RICHARD ESPINOZA, II,
Appellant,
REGARDING Potentially Dangerous Dog
Hearing of September 9, 2025
FINDINGS AND DETERMINATION UPHOLDING
DECISION OF HEARING OFFICER HAROLD W.
HOLMES, ESQ.
The City Council of the City of La Verne, having on December 16, 2025 completed the hearing on the appeal of Richard Espinoza, II (“Espinoza”) to the Hearing Findings and Decision of County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control Executive Assistant, Harold W. Homes, Esq., dated September 29, 2025, hereby makes the following Findings and Determination.
I. Background Facts.
On August 21, 2025, Espinoza’ dogs “Rhianna” and “Phat Girl” were impounded from his residence at 816 Lake Avenue, La Verne, California 91750 by the Inland Valley Humane Society (“IVHS”).
IVHS sought a Vicious Dog declaration for “Rhianna” and a Potentially Dangerous Dog declaration for “Phat Girl.” Espinoza requested a hearing. Subsequently, IVHS also sought Potentially Dangerous Dog declarations for Espinoza’s dogs “Gilligan” and “Zeus.” A hearing was held beginning on September 9, 2025, continuing on September 15, 2025, and concluding on September 29, 2025. The hearing included substantial testimony from witnesses, investigators and Espinoza. The testimony is described thoroughly in the Hearing Findings and Decision dated September 29, 2025, so we do not repeat it here.
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2 After hearing and considering all the testimony and evidence, the hearing officer determined that IVHS had established the following facts:
1. “Rhianna” bit Ryan RUSSELL ON April 24, 2025, causing a severe injury, bit Chloe ARP:A on August 18, 2025, causing a severe injury, and bit Tristan AROLA on an unknown date in September 2024.
2. “Phat Girl” bit Ryan RUSSELL on April 24, 2025, bit Kaylie AROLA ON August 18, 2025, and demonstrated a propensity, tendency or disposition to attack unprovoked, to cause injury, or to otherwise threaten the safety of human beings on August 18, 2025.
3. “Gilligan” demonstrated a propensity, tendency or disposition to attack unprovoked, to cause injury, or to otherwise threaten the safety of human beings on April 24, 2025, and bit Kaylie AROLA on August 18, 2025.
4. “Zeus” demonstrated a propensity, tendency or disposition to attack unprovoked, to cause injury, or to otherwise threaten the safety of human beings on April 24, 2025, and August 18, 2025.
The hearing officer therefore declared Rhianna to be a Vicious Dog and ordered her to be humanely euthanized. Phat Girl, Gilligan and Zeus were each declared to be a Potentially Dangerous Dog, and the hearing officer imposed terms and conditions for their continued ownership and maintenance. IVHS has retained custody of Rhianna and Phat Girl pending appeal and/or compliance with the order. Portions of the order were stayed pending appeal.
Espinoza appealed the hearing officer’s decision to the La Verne City Council pursuant to the terms of La Verne Municipal Code section 6.25.050. Espinoza was duly notified that the appeal would be heard at a special meeting of the City Council to be held on December 16, 2025.
II. The Appeal Hearing.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hepburn. Mayor Pro Tem Kashifalghita, and Council
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3 Members Crosby and Johnson were also in attendance. Council Member Lau was absent. The Mayor advised the parties that they had been provided with all evidence previously submitted, as well as the written decision of the hearing officer in advance of the appeal hearing and all members had read the information. He stated the rules for the hearing, including time limits for public comment, and the presentation of evidence and argument. Espinoza appeared at the Appeal Hearing on his own behalf.
All witnesses were sworn by the Deputy City Clerk. Public comment was permitted on the matter in accordance with the requirements of the Brown Act. Espinoza was given fifteen (15) minutes to present his evidence and argument in support of his appeal. IVHS was given fifteen (15) minutes to present its evidence and argument in support of the hearing officer’s decision. Espinoza was then given an additional five (5) minutes to rebut any of IVHS’s evidence and closing argument.
A. Mr. Espinoza’s Case.
Mr. Espinoza provided both testimony and argument during his initial presentation. He did not provide any additional evidence which the Council found relevant to its decision. In sum, he offered multiple print outs from Google AI and the ASPCA website referencing dogs’ responses to persons using methamphetamines and fentanyl, heroin, psilocybin mushrooms, marijuana, so-called “bath salts,” metabolism rates for alcohol and marijuana and factors affecting the rates, detection of THC metabolites and alcohol through testing, undated printouts of news articles, one including a date of April 22, 2015, a copy of a post from October 2024 including a family photo of Valerie Espinoza’s family, including two of the children who were bitten, copies of a declaration from his mother and co-owner of the dogs, Virginia Espinoza dated September 5, 2025, which appears to have been submitted during the underlying hearing, as was Espinoza’s of the same date (Exhibit 38); however, we cannot ascertain from the record whether it was admitted into evidence or if it was given an exhibit number
1. The Google AI
and ASPCA website printouts were not admitted into evidence as they are irrelevant to these
1 Virginia Espinoza was present at the underlying hearing but did not testify.
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4 proceedings, particularly since Espinoza failed to offer any evidence that any of the victims of the bites which presaged this matter were under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time of any of the attacks, or that any had been tested for such substances. Espinoza’s speculation that any drug or alcohol use triggered the attacks is unsubstantiated by evidence of any kind. For the same reason, we decline to admit the print outs of news stories or summaries, which do not appear to have any bearing on the events which led to this proceeding. While we admit the declaration of Virginia Espinoza, the absence of any live testimony, either in the proceedings before the hearing officer or here, make them essentially hearsay with little value or weight.
B. IVHS’s Case.
In support of the hearing officer’s decision, the following witnesses testified: Kaylie Arola (one of the victims), Valerie Espinoza (mother of Kaylie and step-mother of victim Chloe Arola and a witness to the events), IVHS Officer Stephanie Aldaco and IVHS Officer Robert Gonzalez. Each of these witnesses credibly testified to the events which are detailed in the hearing officer’s Findings and Decision.
C. Espinoza’s Rebuttal.
Mr. Espinoza clearly cares deeply for his dogs. However, Espinoza failed, in either his own testimony or in contradictory evidence or rebuttal, to undermine or challenge the substance of the critical events. Indeed, he never offered credible evidence that the bite incidents which form the basis for the decision appealed did not occur or were not attributable to his dogs. His efforts to blame the victims who were bitten have no evidentiary support. Assumptions, inuendoes and speculation fueled Espinoza’s entire argument. While he loves his dogs, which is commendable, he failed to demonstrate that the hearing officer’s decision is incorrect or that the conditions imposed are unreasonable or cannot be implemented.
III. The Imposed Penalty and Conditions.
The hearing officer declared Rhianna to be Vicious Dog, determining that she must be humanely
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5 euthanized to protect the public health and safety. Phat Girl, Gilligan and Zeus were all declared Dangerous Dogs under the law, requiring that they may be kept – whether by Espinoza or someone else -- only if certain conditions are met. Espinoza offered no evidence or argument that the conditions imposed by the hearing officer on Espinoza in order to keep Phat Girl, Gilligan and/or Zeus on his property were infeasible, unreasonable, or impracticable. Nor did he challenge the time period in which the required conditions must be met in order to maintain custody of Gilligan and Zeus or to have Phat Girl returned to his or another’s custody. Finally, he failed to challenge the duration of Dangerous Dog designations for Phat Girl, Gilligan or Zeus.
IV. Determination.
The City Council adopts the hearing officer’s factual findings and upholds the decision of the Hearing Officer to declare Rhiana a Vicious Dog and Phat Girl, Gilligan and Zeus to be Potentially Dangerous. Further, the City Council upholds the determination that Rhiana should be humanely euthanized and the conditions imposed for retention/return of Gilligan, Zeus and Phat Girl should be fully implemented as set forth in the Hearing Findings and Decision dated September 29, 2025. These conditions apply whether Espinoza wishes to take/retain custody of the dogs or whether they are housed elsewhere.
DATED: December 24, 2025
__________________________________
TIM HEPBURN, MAYOR
We concur:
Meshal Kashifalghita, Mayor Pro Tem
Rick Crosby, Council Member
Steven F. Johnson, Council Member
Council Member Wendy Lau took no part in the hearing or determination of this matter.
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CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS
v7t2026
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 AND RELATED BENEFITS.
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DEMANDS OF $3,24I.82 WERE PAID ON BEHAI,F 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,
CHRISTY LOPEZ
FINANCE DIRECTOR
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DECEMBER 2025 PARKING ENFORCEMENT
NOVEMBER./DECEMBER 2025 PHONE/INTERNET SERVICES VARIOUS LOCATIONS NOVEMBERJ/DECEMBER 2025 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND ROLLING REPORT AUGUST 2025 EIFD ENGINEERING SERVICES AND METROLINK DOUBLE TRACK PROJECTS Page I of3
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CITY OF LA VERNE FY 25.26
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A
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BROOKS.ALLAN
BURRO CANYON SHOOTING PARK
C&ELUMBERCOMPANY
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
CHARTER COMMLTNICATIONS
CHIBI BREWS, LLC
RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PATROL
CODE FOR BROKE,INC.
COLLEYFORD
CUSTOM WATER, INC.
D.F. POLYGRAPH
DELL MARKETING LP
ECONOLITE SYSTEMS, INC.
FRANCISCO GUZMAN
FRANCISCO JAUREGUI
FRONTIER C OMMLTNICATIONS
FRONTIER COMMI.INICATIONS
GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSN.
GRAPENTIN, JOHN
HERNANDEZ, ALYSSA
HINDERLITER, DE LLAMAS & ASSOCIATES
HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES
INLAND EMPIRE STAGES, LTD.
INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY DEPT.
JASMINE LEE
JODY GONZALEZ
JOHNSON, DON
KATHRYN LACY
KYOCERA DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS WEST LLC
LA VERNE CAR WASH
LA VERNE PETTY CASH
LAKEMAN CHASSIS
JOHN LEWIS
LACPCA
LOWE'S
MICHELLE OFFERMAN
PAVEMENT REHAB COMPANY
PITNEY BOWES GLOBAL FINANCIAL SVCS
PORAC
PORAC LDF
RINGCENTRAL INC.
SAFETYNETT,INC.
SALESSI, AMY
SARA BARRERA
SIERRA PACIFIC ELEC. CONTRACTING
SMART & FINAL IRIS CO.
STAPLES
STEVEN JIMENEZ
SI-INLAND TIRE OF LA VERNE,INC.
T-MOBILE
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Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
CITY OF LA VERNE FY 25-26
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A
CHECK NO. AMOUNT ISSUED TO
0v07126
1 75869
I 75870
175871
t75872
175873
17s874
1 7587s
175876
l'75877
1 75878
t75879
I 75880
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
BANKDRAWN
49.50 266.69
300.00
2,900.00
1,260.98
279.80
1,750.00
2,286.83
34.90 30.28
42,660.00
244.73
93.33 286.65
1,400.00
5,036.2s
15,252.t3
2,748.00
205.65
188.55
1,300,00
r,700.00
3,3 s8.87
14,778.32
2t5.14
625.00
4,363.78
2,873.75
8,886.s0
114.19
4.97 9.01
22,179.77
155.00
1,301 .40
100.00
52.92 1,303.51
3 15,384.41
4,055.00
8,476.22
3 TEC COLOR CRAFT
TK PRINT MANAGEMENT, INC.
TRANSLNION RISK & ALTERNATIVE DATA
TUCKER TOURS LLC
VERIZON WIRELESS
WAGEWORKS,INC.
WET VIEWS
CARAHSOFT TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
TANYA CARTER
FEDEX
MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS, INC.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TROPHY COMPANY
AM-TEC TOTAL SECURITY INC
AMERICAL GRAPHIC SYSTEMS, INC.
ARAGON, RICHARD
BLACK & VEATCH CORPORATION
CALIFORNIA JPIA -EXCESS LIABILITY
ENVIRONMENT CONTROL PUENTE HILLS
EWING IRRIGATION PRODUCTS
GRAINGER
GREENSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES INC
GUTIERREZ, MARK
HARRINGTON INDUSTRIAL PLASTICS, LLC
INTER.CON SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.
L.N. CURTIS AND SONS
LAW ENFORCEMENT MEDICAL SERVICES
LIFE-ASSIST, INC.
LSA ASSOCIATES, INC.
RKA CONSULTING GROUP
RUSH TRUCK CENTERS
SANDERS LOCK & KEY
SAVAGE, HOLLIE
SDI PRESENCE LLC
SEAL BEACH COUNSELING, INC.
SEAWRIGHT, DAN
SHADES TINTING
STILGENBAUER, ELIZABETH
U.S. POSTMASTER
WASTE MANAGEMENT
WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC
WITTMAN ENTERPRISES, LLC
CINTASr42.79
1,240,853.43
3,24t.82
Total Demand 1,244,095.25
LAIMPACT Law Enforcement Task Force Demands
I 7588 1
175882
l 75883
I 75884
Total
110.00
200.\2
2,500.00
43t.70
SOUTHLAND SHREDDING, INC.
T-MOBILE
TOWNSEND PUBLIC AFFAIRS, INC
TRANSI]NION RISK & ALTERNATIVE DATA
3,24t.82
LAIMPACT demands are paid from federal asset forfeiture dollars allocated to LAIMPACT crime prevention activities. These funds are not City funds and are not available for City use outside of LAIMPACT activities.
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS
lll412026
FY 202s-2026
DEMANDS PRESENTED HAVE BEEN APPROVED CONSISTENT WITH THE CTTY'S PURCHASING/FUNDTNG POLICY AND HAVE BEEN REVIEWED BY THE DIRECTOR FOR ACCURACY AND
PROPER APPROVAL,
SUMMARYOF DEMANDS
LARGEST IO CITY DEMAND PAYMENTS OTHER THAN PAYROLL AND RELATED BENEFITS.
AMOUNT ISSUED TO DESCRIPTION
t.
)
3. 4
5. 6.
7. 8.
9. 10.
THREE VALLEYS MLTNICIPAL WATER DIST,
HPS WEST, INC.
STRATEGIC CONTRACTING SERVICES
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CARE SERVICES
SOUTHLAND MECHANICAL, INC,
CIVILTEC ENGINEERING, INC.
SIX BASINS WATERMASTER
INLAND VALLEY HUMANE SOCIETY
ATHENS SERVICES
SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY, LLC
OTHERDEMANDS
$ 1,159,376.66
DEMANDS OF $34,187.2I WERE PAID ON BEHALF OF LA IMPACT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCE OPERATIONS.
DEMANDS OF $I.377,197.39 WERE PAID FOR PAYROLL AND EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RELATED ITEMS.
IN ACCORDANCE WITH GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 37202, I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A TRUE AND ACCURATE REGISTER OF AUDTIED DEMANDS.
CHzuSTY LOPEZ
FINANCE DIRECTOR
429.793.6t
291,602.97
r34.962.73
66.557.29
30.364.09
25,142.50
23,472.00
17,502.00
13,t 51.04
8,450.67
118.377.76
DECEMBER 2025 WATER USAGE
AMR/AMI METER PURCHASES PO # 37873
PAYROLL 12104t202s TO 0U02t2026 (L.A. CLEAR)
PAYMENT I OF 4 FISCAL YEAR 2026 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TRANPOSTATION PROGRAM
A/C MAINTENANCE-REPAIR SERVICES FOR VARIOUS LOCATIONS
NOVEMBER 2025 VAROUS PROJECTS
IST INSTALLMENT CY 2026
DECEMBER 2025 ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL
CITY / DOWNTOWN SWEEPER SERVICES
PARTS.URBAN GREENING ARROW HWY
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CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A
CHECKNO AMOLINT
FY 2025-2026
t /14t2026
ISSUED TO
1 7588s
I 75886
I 75887
I 75 888
I 75889
1 75890
I 75891
t7 5892
1 75893
17 5894
1 75895
t7 5896
t7 5897
I 75898
1 75899
I 75900
1 7590 I
t7 5902
t7 5903
t7 5904
1 75905
t75906
t75907
1 75908
175909
175910
1759t1
17 5912
17 59t3
t7 5914
t75915
t75916
t7 5917
175918
1759t9
17 5920
t75921
175922
t75923
175924
175925
t75926
t7 5927
t75928
175929
175930
17 5931
175932
t75933
175934
17 5935
17 5936
t7 5937
175938
175939
17 5940
t7 5941
175942
22.89 402.68
1,000.00
509.00
225.00
242.00
t,262.94
13,l5L04
240.00
546.00
900.00
2,237.98
25,142.50
122.25
1,822.88
I,117.91
1,350.45
68.36 2,t84.67
338.00
4,659.23
I 14.10
t26.02
282.84
899.1 3
320.00
291,602.97
t7,502.00
t,307.19
5,257.97
750.00
125.00
85.00 760.00
913. l0
207.86
2,940.00
393.7s
400.00
5,865.00
34.20 214.26
381 .82
l,598.86
40.00 100.00
587.00
218.37
959.50
t,515.29
8,450.67
23,472.00
16.75 I,350.00
685.42
1,874.00
65.00 I 10.00
ACTION AWARDS, INC.
AIRGAS USA, LLC.
ALICIA MORENO
ALLIANT INSURANCE SERVICES, INC.
AMERICAN TANK TESTING
AMY KELLY
AT&T MOBILITY
ATHENS SERVICES
BURRO CANYON SHOOTING PARK
THE CALIFORNIA PEACE OFFICERS ASSOC
CCS INTERACTIVE
CHARTER COMMLINICATIONS
CIVILTEC ENGINEERING, INC.
COLLEY FORD
DIRECTV
ECONOLITE SYSTEMS, INC.
THE EMBLEMAUTHORITY
EVERSOFT
FACTORY MOTOR PARTS
FRESHMOBILECA LLC
FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS
FRONTIER COMMLINICATIONS
FRONTIER COMMI.INICATIONS
FRONTIER COMMI.INICATIONS
HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES
HOMETOWN RINTALS
HPS WEST,INC.
INLAND VALLEY HUMANE SOCIETY
LESLIE'S POOLMART, tNC.
LOS ANGELES COLINTY PUBLIC WORKS
MCLAY SERVICES,INC.
MMASC
MONIQUE WHITFIELD
NAZ ELECTRIC AND CONTROLS,INC.
PARKHOUSE TIRE,INC.
PISTONBONES PRINTING, INC.
PREMIER FAMILY MEDICINE ASSOCIATES
PzuSTINE LTNIFORMS
PUEPKE CONSULTING
RCS INVESTIGATIONS & CONSULTING,LLC
REGIONAL TAP SERVICE CENTER
SAFETY.KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC.
SAM BROWN SHIELDS
SAM'S CLUB/SYNCHRONY BANK
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY CTTY MANAGER'S
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER ASSN.
SANDOVAL, MICHAEL
CONNECTA SATELLITE SOLUTIONS LLC
SIERRA PACIFIC ELEC. CONTRACTING
SILENT 6 LLC
SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY, LLC
SIX BASINS WATERMASTER
SO CAL GAS CO
SOUTHERN CALIF. REG. RAIL AUTH.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON
SOUTHWEST LIFT & EQUIPMENT,INC.
STEPHY HUANG
SWRCB-DWOCP
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CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS . EXHIBIT A
CHECK NO. AMOUNT
FY 2025-2026
U14t2026
ISSUED TO
1,377,197.39
34,187.21
TotalDemands @
T.MOBILE
DIANE TEMPLE
TPX COMMLTNICATIONS
TURF STAR,INC.
VERITAS ELECTRIC COMPANY
VEzuZON WIRELESS
WALTERS WHOLESALE ELECTRIC CO.
WEBBY DANCE COMPANY
WELLS FARGO VENDOR FINANCIAL SVCS
CDW GOVERNMENT, INC.
KENNETH CORDRAY
ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, LLC
SOCAL SHRED LLC
TOWERSTREAM CORPORATION
A. UPLAND FIRE PROTECTION
AM-TEC TOTAL SECUzuTY INC.
COMMERCIAL DOOR COMPANY, INC.
COLINTY OF LOS ANGELES/LA.RICS
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CARE ERVICES
DOSSEY, KENNY
EKMAN, ROBBIN
ENVIRONMENT CONTROL PUENTE HILLS
GRAINGER
GRANICUS LLC
GREENSCAPE MATNTENANCE SERVICES INC
HACH COMPANY
HARRINGTON INDUSTzuAL PLASTICS, LLC
L.N. CURTIS AND SONS
LA VERNE POWER EQUIPMENT,INC.
LIFE-ASSIST, INC.
LTNE GEAR FIRE & RESCUE EQUIPMENT
MC CALL'S METER,INC.
SALT WORKS,INC.
SANDERS LOCK & KEY
SAVAGE, HOLLIE
SOUTHLAND MECHANICAL, INC.
SPRAGUE PEST SOLUTIONS
TELEFLEX LLC
THE COI-INSELING TEAM INTERNATIONAL
THREE VALLEYS MLINICIPAL WATER DIST.
TIBBETTS, TRAVIS
TRILOGY MEDWASTE WEST, LLC
ULINE
LTNDERGROLIND SERVICE ALERT OF SO CAL
L]NIVERSAL FLEET SUPPLY
WATERTALENT LLC
WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLY
WESTERN WATERWORKS
AMAZON CAPITAL SRVC - LA CLEAR
MICHAEL W. TYNES
STRATEGIC CONTRACTING SERVICES
Total Payroll and Employee Benefit Payments
Total LAIMPACT Demands
t'l5943
175944
175945
175946
175947
175948
175949
I 75950
175951
175952
175953
t'l5954
t75955
175956
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
TOTAL
391.1I
720.00
2,579.71
1,836.81
93.39 89.07
112.83
1,827.00
3,370.69
1,045.00
519.40
21.97 75.00
425.00
1,s35.6s
93.33 1,241.83
l,840.00
66,557.29
ss6.'15
3,t19.54
s,183.00
172.22
7,898.00
250.00
r,214.40
1,160.68
3,258.18
1,957.6r
2,267.58
799.3t
1,590.00
6,834.93
667.38
325.45
30,364.09
1,527.50
991.19
1,200.00
429,793.61
I,700.00
95.65 616.98
130.00
4.31 4,903.50
1,13 5.71
923.57
83.1I
243.75
134,962.73
I,159,376.66
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A
CHECKNO. AMOLINT
FY 2025-2026
v1412026
ISSUED TO
Payroll and Employee Benefit Payments:
175963
17s964
175965
t75966
175967
175968
175969
175970
EFT
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
Total
2,600.72
12,953.99
600.00
150.00
tt,421.28
139,363.19
107,94t.67
1,840. l2
4.00 676,29s.74
138,843.61
46,997.63
571.46
195,012.79
25,101.39
8,648.12
3,395.00
2,366.38
2,190.30
800.00
100.00
1,377,t97.39
DELTA DENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY
DELTA DENTAL(0020785555)
CITY OF LAVERNE EMPLOYEE FUND
FIDELITY INVESTMENTS #P0754
THE HARTFORD-PRIORITY ACCOLINTS
HEALTH NET
KAISER FOUNDATION HEALTH PLAN
METLIFE . GROUP BENEFITS
L]NITED WAY CAMPAIGN
PAYROLL
UNITED STATES TREASURY
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
STATE DISBURSEMENT BDOOOs689
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
EMPOWER TRUST COMPANY, LLC-457
EMPOWER TRUST COMPANY, LLC.ROTH
LA VERNE POLICE FIRE ASSOCIATION'
LA VERNE POLICE OFFICERS ASSOC.
CHARLES SCHWAB BANK
MISSION SQUARE
WAGEWORKS-ADMIN FEE
Benefits Description
Employee dental insurance coverage
Life Insurance Policy
Employee health insurance
Employee health insurance
Flexible Savings Account (FSA) deductions
Employee federal tax withholdings
Employee state income tax, unemployment insurance and child support/gamishments 40lA plan
4578 plan
Roth plan
Replacement Social Security plan
Employee Group Dues
CITY OF PASADENA
CODE 5 GROUP, LLC.
FEDERAL EXPRESS CORPORATION
FLEXTG, LLC
LOS ANGELES COLTNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT
VERIZON WIRELESS
34,187.21 LAIENFORCEMENTOPERATIONS
Break down of standard providers and the benefits they provide Provider
A.C. Newman Co.
Delta Dental
The Hartford
Health Net
Kaiser
Wage Works
US Treasury
State of Califomia
Mass Mutual A
Mass Mutual B
Mass Mutual Roth
Lincoln National
Fire/?olice/La Veme Employee Fund
LAIMPACT Law Enforcement Task Force Demands
24,066.61
2,350.00
31.3 t
839.53
2,648.24
4,251.52
175957
l 75958
175959
175960
175961
175962
EFT
Total
LAIMPACT demands are paid from federal asset forfeiture dollars allocated to LAIMPACT crime prevention activities. These funds are not City funds and are not available for Citv use outside of LAIMPACT activities.
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS
t/21t2026
Fv 25-26
DEMANDS PRESENTED HAVE BEEN APPROVED CONSISTENT WITH THE CITYS PURCHASING/FUNDING POLICY AND HAVE BEEN REVIEWED BY THE DIRECTOR FOR ACCURACY AND PROPER APPROVAL.
SUMMARY OF DEMANDS
LARGEST IO CITY DEMAND PAYI\,IENTS OTHER THAN PAYROLL AND RELATED BENEFITS.
AMOI]NT ISSI]ED TO DESCRIPTION
l.
2. J-
4. 5.
6. 7.
8. 9.
10. 98,4s3.28
72,811.94
4l,871 .65
I 8,737.00
16,461.08
l 0,276.50
7,320.00
6,617.78
6,467.00
5,158.18
50,302.8 l
HARDY AND HARPER, INC.
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
MERRIMAC ENERGY GROUP
WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC.
SO CAL GAS
SIRCHIE
TERRYS TESTING, INC.
GARCON CONSTRUCTION, INC.
GREENSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES INC.
J & J'S SPORTS & TROPHIES
OTHER DEMANDS
RETENTION PAYMENT PO 37659 GROVE ST SBI PROJECT
JLNE 2025 PAYROLL AND MAY 2026 OVERTIME (L.A. CLEAR)
DIESEL AND REG UNLEADED FUEL PURCHASES
TREE MAINTENANCE AND REMOVALS SERVICE FOR1211612025TO 1213112025 SERVICE FOR I2IO4NO25 TO OI10612026 VARIOUS LOCATIONS
NARK SAFE DRUG DETECT- I YEAR INCLUDING MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
ANNUAL BACKFLOW DEVICE TESTING
RETENTION PAYMENTCDBG SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
JANUARY 2026 MAINTENACE AND REPAIRS
BASKETBALL JERSEY'S
s 334,483.22
DEMANDS OF $10,553.77 WERE PAID ON BEHALF OF LA IMPACT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCE OPERATIONS.
DEMANDS OF S37,456,03 WERE PAID FOR PAYROLL AND EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RELATED ITEMS.
IN
CHRISTY LOPEZ
FINANCE DIRECTOR
WITH GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 37202, I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A TRUE AND ACCURATE REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS.
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CITY OF LA VERNE FY 25.26
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A 0112y26
CHECKNO. AMOUNT ISSUED TO
l7 597 1
175972
t'75973
175974
17597s
175976
17 5977
t'75978
t7s979
I 7s980
I 7s98 1
17s982
I 75983
175984
I 75985
175986
175987
I 75988
l 75989
175990
17599t
175992
175993
175994
175995
175996
175997
175998
175999
I 76000
I 7600 l
176002
I 76003
176004
I 76005
t76006
176007
I 76008
I 76009
176010
17601 l
t760t2
r760r3
1760t4
176015
176016
176017
176018
t76019
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
802.92
300.00
I 10.50
60.00 962.00
20.5s
924.25
40.00 199.27
4,803.28
ss8.89
17.25 431.53
149.73
290.00
6,617.78
297.99
98,453.28
r,508.83
87.75 5,1 58. 1 8
50.00 67.50
32.63 253.05
30.50 24.31
57.38 I,050.00
921.1
92.76 1,654.30
259.01
2,300.18
1,272.00
90.00 8l .33
s0.63
10,276.50
351.37
157.55
1,074.06
t,125.36
I,240,00
740.00
2,25 8.88
349.99
72,817.94
1,341 .7 5
66.50 198,86
548.79
527.45
537.81
r,268.31
6,467.00
AQUATIC SERVICE,INC.
AROGYA MED CARE
BLOOMING VIEW
BURRO CANYON SHOOTING PARK
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
CLUB PILATES
COLLEY FORD
CPRS DISTRICT I1
CYB LLC
DATAPROSE,INC.
FACTORY MOTOR PARTS
ZACHARY FIDLER
FIRE APPARATUS SOLUTIONS
FOOTHILL BUILDING MATERIALS
FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS
GARCON CONSTRUCTION, INC,
GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY
HARDY AND HARPER, INC.
HOLLIDAY ROCK CO.
INMARK
J & J'S SPORTS & TROPHIES
KCKM PROPERTIES, LLC
KELLY POOLS, INC.
KMC CHAIN AMERICAN CORPORATION
KYOCERA DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS WEST LLC
LA VERNE POWER EQUIPMENT
LEWIS ENGRAVING,INC.
LOZANO, THOMAS
NATIONAL PARKS AND RECREATION ASSOC.
O.F. WOLFINBARGER
ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, LLC
OLD TOWN LA VERNE BUSINESS ASSN.
PACIFIC PARKING SYSTEMS, INC.
PARKHOUSE TIRE, INC.
ROAD SOUP OF CALIFORNIA
SAFESHRED COMPANY, INC.
SAM'S CLUB/SYNCHRONY BANK
SIERRA MANAGEMENT
SIRCHIE
SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY, LLC
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON
SPRAGUES',INC.
SUPERCO SPECIALTY PRODUCTS
TRUST ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS
US POST OFFICE
CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS
CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
GOVCONNECTION, INC.
A. UPLAND FIRE PROTECTION
COLLEGIATE PRESS
COMMERCIAL DOOR COMPANY, INC.
EWING IRRIGATION PRODUCTS
FIGUEROA, STEVE
FIRST-CITIZENS BANK & TRUST CoO,
GREENSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES INC.
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CITY OF LA VERNE FY 25-26
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A 0v2U26
CHECK NO. AMOLINT ISSUED TO
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
BANKDRAWN
1,750.23
413.51
1,072.40
7s3.53
1,492.93
422.15
1,280.52
41,871 .65
56.00 17.25
329.98
359.45
3,038.7s
7,320.00
404.75
3,348. 10
3,875. I 5
50.00 r 8,737.00
HASA,INC.
IMS REFRIGERATION, INC.
INTERSTATE BATTERY INLAND VALLEY
INVEzuS TRAINING SOLUTIONS, INC.
L.N. CURTIS AND SONS
LA VERNE POWER EQUIPMENT
LIFE-ASSIST, INC.
MERRIMAC ENERGY GROUP
RADC,INC.
SALAS, GABRIEL
SANDERS LOCK & KEY
SOUTHLAND MECHANICAL, INC.
TELEFLEX LLC
TERRY'S TESTING,INC.
TIBBETTS, TRAVIS
TURBO DATA SYSTEMS INC.
WAXIE SANITARY SUPPLY
WEINREB, ALAN
WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC.
SO CAL GASr.08
334,483.22
37,456.03
10,553.77
TotalDemand 382,493.02
Total Payroll and Employee Benefit payments
Total LAIMPACT Demands
Payroll and Employee Benefit Payments
BANK DRAWN s,27 5.15
32, I 80.88
37,456.03
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
REPLACEMENT BENEFIT FUNDBANKDRAWN
Total
LAIMPACT Law Enforcement Task Force Demands
t76020
176021
176022
176023
176024
EFT
1,099.00 CHAR TER COMMUNICATIONS
3,893.l0
28.67 390,00
3,393.00
750,00
CITY OF PASADENA
FEDERAL EXPRESS CORPORATION
NUWAY JANITORIAL SERVICES
TOTAL NETWORK SOLUTIONS
FOOTHILL COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
Total 10,553.77
LAIMPACT demands are paid from federal asset forfeiture dollars allocated to LAIMpACT crime prevention activities. These fundsare not city funds and are not available for city use outside of LAIMpACT activities.
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: February 2, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Christy Lopez, Finance Director
SUBJECT: QUARTERLY TREASURERS REPORT ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2025.
SUMMARY
The Quarterly Treasurer’s Report provides an overview of the City’s cash and investment holdings as of December 31, 2025. The report confirms compliance with the City’s investment policy as set forth in Administrative Regulation Number 215, the Statement of Investment Policy, and the State of California’s Government Code (GC) Section 53646.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council receive and file the Quarterly Treasurer’s Report for the period ending December 31, 2025.
DISCUSSION
The attached Treasurer’s Report is provided to the City Council per the City of La Verne Administrative Regulation Number 215, Investment Policy, and as provided under the State of California’s Government Code (GC) Section 53646. GC 53646 provides that a quarterly report, or monthly if legislatively elected, to be submitted to the City Council detailing the City’s cash and investments, a statement of compliance with the Investment Policy, and confirmation of the City’s ability to meet pooled expenditure requirements for the next three months.
Pooled Cash and Investment Structure
The City holds cash and investments in a pooled cash account to efficiently manage and invest available funds. Rather than each fund maintaining separate bank and investment accounts, all cash is combined (or “pooled”) into a single treasury account.
This approach allows the City to:
• Maximize investment returns by investing larger combined balances. • Simplify cash management and reduce administrative costs. • Ensure liquidity to meet obligations across all funds.
At quarter-end, the City allocates interest and investment income back to each fund based on its proportionate share of the total cash balance in the pool, ensuring each fund receives its fair portion of earnings.
Portfolio Summary
As of the reporting date, the City’s total cash and investments amount to $128,129,634, with a
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
Quarterly Treasurers Report Ending December 31, 2025. , Page 2
market value of $103,805,866. The significant variance between par value and market value is primarily due to agency securities, which have a par value of $48.9 million but a market value of $25.2 million. This variance reflects rising interest rates, which reduce the present value of future cash flows for fixed-income securities. Because these securities are held to maturity and not intended for sale, the unrealized losses have no impact on the portfolio’s realized returns or liquidity.
Investment Composition
The investment portfolio is structured to prioritize safety, liquidity, and yield and is divided into two primary categories:
On-Call Deposits:
Totaling $29,862,634, these funds are held in various checking accounts and liquid investment pools to ensure immediate availability. Notable balances include Local Agency Investment Fund ($13.13M) and LA IMPACT in Local Agency Investment Fund ($7.17M).
Long-Term Investments:
Totaling $98,267,000 in par value with a market value of $73,943,232, these holdings include agency securities, U.S. Treasuries, municipal and corporate bonds, asset-backed securities (ABS), and certificates of deposit (CDs).
Agency securities, U.S. Treasuries, and corporate bonds form the largest components of the portfolio, with market values of $25.22M, $21.96M, and $21.65M respectively. Weighted average yields remain competitive, with many investments offering yields above 4%.
Investment Policy Compliance
The portfolio complies with all policy constraints related to credit quality, issuer limits, maturity limits, and sector allocations. The City Treasurer certifies that all investments conform to the current Investment Policy and applicable state regulations.
Conclusion
The City’s investment strategy remains prudent and diversified. The Treasurer’s Office continues to closely monitor interest rates and market trends to adjust the investment mix as necessary, while maintaining the primary objectives of safety, liquidity, and yield.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
N/A
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
N/A
LEGAL REVIEW
This report has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Treasurer Report Tables for December 31, 2025
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
Quarterly Treasurers Report Ending December 31, 2025. , Page 3
Report Prepared By:
Isabella Guzman, Senior Accountant
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
Par Value
Coupon
Rate
Moody's/
S&P Rating
Purchase
Date
Maturity/
Called Date
Days to
Maturity
Yield to
Maturity Cost Basis Market Value
On Call Deposits
Treasurer Checking Account - US Bank US Bank 6,907,032 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A None 6,907,032 6,907,032 LA IMPACT - US Bank US Bank 924,602 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A None 924,602 924,602 PFA La Verne Mobile Country Club (Payments)WFB Wells Fargo 317,708 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A None 317,708 317,708 PFA La Verne Mobile Country Club (Rents) WFB Wells Fargo 30,398 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A None 30,398 30,398 PFA Valley Rancho Mobile Home Park WFB Wells Fargo 288,021 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A None 288,021 288,021 Local Agency Investment Fund - City LAIF 13,127,732 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A 4.00% 13,127,732 13,127,732 Local Agency Investment Fund - LA IMPACT LAIF 7,174,209 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A 4.00% 7,174,209 7,174,209 Charles Shwab Money Market - LA IMPACT Investments 0.00 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A Market 0.00 0.00 Charles Shwab Bank Sweep Investments 0.00 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A Market 0.00 0.00 Charles Shwab Premier Bank Sweep Investments 117,691 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A Market 117,691 117,691 California CLASS Investments 456,261 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A Market 456,261 456,261 California CLASS - LA IMPACT Investments 518,982 N/A N/A N/A Demand N/A Market 518,982 518,982 On-Call Deposits 29,862,634$ 29,862,634$ 29,862,634$
Investment Type Bank Security Name Par Value
Coupon
Rate
Moody's/
S&P Rating
Purchase
Date
Maturity/
Called Date
Days to
Maturity
Yield to
Maturity Cost Basis Market Value
Short-Term Investments (1 year or less)
Total Short-Term Investments -$ -$ -$
Long-Term Investments (2 to 5 years)
Agency Securities Charles Schwab FFCB 1% 10/07/2026 CALLABLE 2,000,000 1.000% Aa1 02/27/2024 10/07/2026 280 3.52% 1,822,345 1,959,810 Agency Securities Charles Schwab FHLB 2.5% 03/10/2027 CALLABLE 1,000,000 2.500% Aa1 02/16/2022 03/10/2027 434 3.56% 1,000,000 987,157 Agency Securities Charles Schwab FHLB 2.75% 03/25/2027 CALLABLE 3,500,000 2.750% Aa1 05/01/2024 03/25/2027 449 3.58% 3,288,450 3,463,859 Agency Securities Charles Schwab FHLB 3% 04/21/2027 CALLABLE 1,000,000 3.000% Aa1 03/24/2022 04/21/2027 476 3.54% 1,000,000 992,019 Agency Securities Charles Schwab FHLB 1.07% 06/04/2027 CALLABLE 3,000,000 1.070% Aa1 09/05/2024 06/04/2027 520 3.59% 2,795,440 2,895,420 Agency Securities Charles Schwab FFCB 1.77% 01/13/2028 CALLABLE 3,500,000 1.770% Aa1 09/06/2024 01/13/2028 743 3.86% 3,299,110 3,375,435 Agency Securities Charles Schwab FFCB 1.5% 03/23/2028 CALLABLE 3,500,000 1.500% Aa1 09/05/2024 03/23/2028 813 3.54% 3,248,010 3,343,407 Agency Securities Charles Schwab FHLMC 2.5% ZK8379 11/01/2031 7,500,000 2.500% Aa1 02/13/2024 11/01/2031 2,131 3.86% 1,131,496 1,172,950 Agency Securities Charles Schwab FHLMC 2.5% ZS8632 12/01/2031 7,500,000 2.500% Aa1 02/09/2024 12/01/2031 2,161 3.93% 1,047,853 1,082,806 Agency Securities Charles Schwab FEDERAL NTNL MORTGAG 2% FS0533 02/01/20322,600,000 2.000% Aa1 02/14/2024 02/01/2032 2,223 3.99% 1,105,131 1,150,014 Agency Securities Charles Schwab FEDERAL NTNL MORTGAG 1.5% MA4530 02/01/20322,600,000 1.500% Aa1 02/14/2024 02/01/2032 2,223 4.00% 1,164,237 1,219,676 Agency Securities Charles Schwab FHLMC 4.5% ZA4045 10/01/2033 5,500,000 4.500% Aa1 04/29/2025 10/01/2033 2,831 3.84% 626,852 631,744 Agency Securities Charles Schwab FEDERAL NTNL MORTGAG 3.5% FM9386 07/01/20364,000,000 3.500% Aa1 07/30/2025 07/01/2036 3,835 3.89% 1,408,182 1,416,477 Agency Securities Charles Schwab FEDERAL NTNL MORTGAG 2% FA1996 03/01/20381,750,000 2.000% Aa1 07/30/2025 03/01/2038 4,443 4.11% 1,497,022 1,524,530 Municipal Bonds Charles Schwab BARSTOW CALIF P 225,000 3.746% A+ 04/14/2022 06/01/2026 152 3.84% 225,272 224,883 U.S. Treasury Charles Schwab US TREASURY 4% 01/15/2027 1,300,000 4.000% Aa1 02/21/2024 01/15/2027 380 3.52% 1,291,779 1,306,195 U.S. Treasury Charles Schwab US TREASURY 3.875% 11/30/2027 2,750,000 3.875% Aa1 02/22/2024 11/30/2027 699 3.48% 2,724,095 2,769,658 U.S. Treasury Charles Schwab US TREASURY 3.625% 05/31/2028 3,000,000 3.625% Aa1 02/22/2024 05/31/2028 882 3.50% 2,918,546 3,007,851 U.S. Treasury Charles Schwab US TREASURY 4.625% 09/30/2028 3,000,000 4.625% Aa1 02/22/2024 09/30/2028 1,004 3.52% 3,025,595 3,084,961 U.S. Treasury Charles Schwab US TREASURY 4% 01/31/2029 3,000,000 4.000% Aa1 02/21/2024 01/31/2029 1,127 3.55% 2,962,433 3,038,438 U.S. Treasury Charles Schwab US TREASURY 3.625% 08/31/2029 3,000,000 3.625% Aa1 09/12/2024 08/31/2029 1,339 3.61% 2,995,100 3,000,703 U.S. Treasury Charles Schwab US TREASURY 4.375% 12/31/2029 3,100,000 4.375% Aa1 01/23/2025 12/31/2029 1,461 3.63% 3,097,712 3,183,555 U.S. Treasury Charles Schwab US TREASURY 3.875% 04/30/2030 2,550,000 3.875% Aa1 06/02/2025 04/30/2030 1,581 3.66% 2,559,681 2,570,719 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP 3.55% 01/15/2026 CALLABLE500,000 3.55% A2 02/27/2024 01/15/2026 15 3.77% 487,650 499,905 City of La Verne
Investment Detail
For the Month Ended December 31, 2025
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
Investment Type Bank Security Name Par Value
Coupon
Rate
Moody's/
S&P Rating
Purchase
Date
Maturity/
Called Date
Days to
Maturity
Yield to
Maturity Cost Basis Market Value
Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab CHEVRON 2.954% 05/16/2026 CALLABLE1,000,000 2.95% Aa2 02/08/2024 05/16/2026 136 3.80% 967,105 996,931 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab AMERICAN EXPRESS CO VAR 10/30/2026 CALLABLE1,000,000 6.34% A2 02/08/2024 10/30/2026 303 3.73% 997,995 1,007,476 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab JOHN DEERE CAPITAL C 4.5% 01/08/20271,000,000 4.50% A1 02/09/2024 01/08/2027 373 3.87% 999,205 1,007,328 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab ENTERPRISE PRODUCTS 4.6% 01/11/2027 CALLABLE1,000,000 4.60% A3 02/07/2024 01/11/2027 376 3.84% 250,000 247,006 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab THE GOLDMAN SACHS GR 3% 02/26/2027 CALLABLE250,000 3.00% A2 02/24/2022 02/26/2027 422 4.52% 497,155 501,551 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab THE BANK OF NEW YORK VAR 04/26/2027 CALLABLE500,000 4.95% Aa3 06/03/2024 04/26/2027 481 3.70% 886,525 958,110 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab GILEAD SCIENCES, INC 1.2% 10/01/2027 CALLABLE1,000,000 1.20% A3 02/08/2024 10/01/2027 639 4.74% 966,495 997,927 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab CITIGROUP INC. VAR 01/10/2028 CALLABLE1,000,000 3.89% A3 02/06/2024 01/10/2028 740 3.69% 919,045 969,248 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab THE WALT DISNEY CO 2.2% 01/13/20281,000,000 2.20% A2 02/08/2024 01/13/2028 743 3.87% 1,016,471 1,027,014 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab UNITEDHEALTH GROUP I 5.25% 02/15/2028 CALLABLE1,000,000 5.25% A2 02/08/2024 02/15/2028 776 3.79% 543,701 559,062 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB 3.9% 02/20/2028 CALLABLE1,000,000 3.90% A2 02/09/2024 02/20/2028 781 4.52% 979,605 1,003,713 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab JPMORGAN CHASE & CO. VAR 04/26/2028 CALLABLE1,000,000 4.32% A1 02/06/2024 04/26/2028 847 4.51% 1,274,258 1,316,186 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab BANK OF AMERICA CORP VAR 07/21/2028 CALLABLE1,000,000 3.59% A1 02/06/2024 07/21/2028 933 4.53% 981,065 1,006,315 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab THE GOLDMAN SACHS GR VAR 08/23/2028 CALLABLE1,000,000 4.48% A2 02/06/2024 08/23/2028 966 4.02% 995,895 1,014,551 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab COMCAST CORP 4.55% 01/15/2029 CALLABLE1,000,000 4.55% A3 02/06/2024 01/15/2029 1,111 3.98% 987,975 1,007,197 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab HONEYWELL INTERNTNL 4.25% 01/15/2029 CALLABLE1,000,000 4.25% A2 02/08/2024 01/15/2029 1,111 4.36% 1,339,582 1,388,195 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab MORGAN STANLEY VAR 01/24/2029 CALLABLE1,400,000 3.77% A1 02/06/2024 01/24/2029 1,120 3.93% 1,021,905 1,025,545 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. 4.85% 02/26/2029 CALLABLE1,000,000 4.85% A1 10/16/2024 02/26/2029 1,153 4.02% 1,002,978 1,009,612 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab MARSH & MCLENNAN COM 4.375% 03/15/2029 CALLABLE1,000,000 4.38% A3 10/16/2024 03/15/2029 1,170 4.28% 1,263,354 1,260,663 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab WELLS FARGO & CO VAR 10/23/2029 CALLABLE950,000 6.30% A1 05/01/2025 10/23/2029 1,392 4.46% 1,291,172 1,291,126 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab ABBVIE INC. 3.2% 11/21/2029 CALLABLE1,100,000 3.20% A3 05/14/2025 11/21/2029 1,421 4.03% 1,035,825 1,065,320 Corporate Bonds Charles Schwab CITIGROUP INC. VAR 03/20/2030 CALLABLE500,000 3.98% A3 08/05/2025 03/20/2030 1,540 4.59% 492,240 495,508 Asset Backed Securities* Charles Schwab CNH EQUIPMENT TRUST 3.89% 22B 11/15/2027 ABS1,100,000 3.89% Aaa 04/30/2024 11/15/2027 684 3.99% 322,261 328,174 Asset Backed Securities* Charles Schwab DISCOVER CARD EXECUT 4.31% 231 03/15/2028 ABS1,100,000 4.31% Aaa 04/30/2024 03/15/2028 805 3.79% 1,078,240 1,101,066 Asset Backed Securities* Charles Schwab ALLY AUTO RECEIVABLE 5.46% 231 05/15/2028 ABS1,100,000 5.460% Aaa 04/30/2024 05/15/2028 866 4.09% 599,042 603,279 Asset Backed Securities* Charles Schwab FORD CR AUTO OWNER T 5.09% 24A 12/15/2028 ABS1,100,000 5.090% Aaa 04/30/2024 12/15/2028 1,080 3.96% 1,027,422 1,043,123 Asset Backed Securities* Charles Schwab WF CARD ISSUANCE TRU 4.29% 242 10/15/2029 CMO1,300,000 4.290% Aaa 10/16/2025 10/15/2029 1,384 3.75% 1,315,244 1,312,124 CDs Charles Schwab AUSTIN TELCO FEDERAL 5.05% CD 11/27/2026248,000 5.05% N/R 11/15/2022 11/27/2026 331 5.05% 248,000 251,008 CDs Charles Schwab SYNCHRONY BANK 4.25% CD 11/18/2027244,000 4.25% N/R 11/15/2022 11/18/2027 687 4.25% 244,000 246,704 Total Long-Term Investments 98,267,000$ 72,265,753$ 73,943,232$ Total Cash and Investments 128,129,634$ 102,128,387$ 103,805,866$ Ronald L. Clark
CITY TREASURER
I hereby certify that the investment activity for this reporting period conforms with the current investment policy as set forth in Resolution No. 24-67. Per government code requirements, there are adequate funds available to meet the City of La Verne's budgeted and actual expenditures for the next six months. *The variance between par and market value is primarily due to rising interest rates, which reduce the present value of future cash flows for fixed-income agency securities. As these securities are held to maturity and not intended for sale, the unrealized losses have no impact on the portfolio's realized returns or liquidity.
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
Portfolio Maturity Schedule
Sum of Market Value Investment Type
Maturity Range (Years) Agency Securities Asset Backed Securities* CDs Corporate Bonds Municipal Bonds U.S. Treasury Grand Total 0 499,905 499,905
0.5 996,931 224,883 1,221,814
1 6,410,826 251,008 2,763,361 1,306,195 10,731,390
1.5 3,887,439 958,110 4,845,549
2 6,718,842 1,429,239 246,704 4,556,964 2,769,658 15,721,406
2.5 603,279 3,337,052 3,007,851 6,948,182
3 1,043,123 5,691,213 6,123,398 12,857,734
3.5 3,000,703 3,000,703
4 1,312,124 2,851,954 3,183,555 7,347,632
4.5 2,570,719 2,570,719
6 4,625,446 4,625,446
8 631,744 631,744
10.5 1,416,477 1,416,477
12 1,524,530 1,524,530
Grand Total 25,215,304 4,387,766 497,712 21,655,488 224,883 21,962,079 73,943,232 Investment Policy Compliance
Category % of Portfolio Policy Limit Max Maturity In-Compliance Agency Securities 25,215,304$ 28.81% None 5 years YES
Asset Backed Securities* 4,387,766$ 5.01% 20% 5 years YES CDs 497,712$ 0.57% 30% None YES
Corporate Bonds 21,655,488$ 24.74% 30% 5 years YES
Mortgage Pools* -$ 0.00% 20% 5 years YES
Municipal Bonds 224,883$ 0.26% 20% 5 years YES
Schwab Money Market -$ 0.00% 20% N/A YES
U.S. Treasury 21,962,079$ 25.09% None 5 years YES
LAIF (Excl. LAI) 13,127,732$ 15.00% 75,000,000$ N/A YES CalifoniaCLASS (Excl. LAI) 456,261$ 0.52% None N/A YES
87,527,224$
*Maximum maturity is measured on a weighted average life basis.
City of La Verne
Investment Detail
For the Month Ended December 31, 2025
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Corporate Bonds
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Agency Securities
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Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: February 2, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
SUBJECT: DECLARATION OF INTENTION TO PROVIDE WEED ABATEMENT ON SPECIFIC PROPERTIES.
SUMMARY
Each year, the County of Los Angeles Department of Agricultural Commissioner/Weights & Measures conducts inspection for weeds, brush, rubbish, and refuse on public and private property that may be considered a seasonal and recurrent nuisance. A list of properties is provided to the City for review. City council is then required to declare its intention to provide for this abatement and set a public hearing for affected property owners to register objections to said abatement.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THAT WEEDS, BRUSH, RUBBISH
AND REFUSE UPON OR IN FRONT OF SPECIFIED PROPERTY IN THE CITY ARE A
SEASONAL AND RECURRENT PUBLIC NUISANCE AND DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO PROVIDE FOR THE ABATEMENT THEREOF" declaring the intention to provide for the abatement of weeds, brush, rubbish and refuse and setting a public hearing for Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
DISCUSSION
A number of private and public properties have been declared to be a fire hazard, and therefore, a public nuisance due to overgrowth of weeds or brush or the presence of rubbish or other flammable materials. The County of Los Angeles Department of Agricultural Commissioner/Weights & Measures has been designated to inspect the properties, provide notice to the property owners, and perform weed abatement services. A list of impacted properties is included as an attachment to this report. The process as permitted by California Government Code Section 39560 to 39588 requires that the City Council first declare its intention to provide for the abatement and set a public hearing to allow affected property owners to register objections to the abatement of the weeds, brush rubbish and refuse. All properties subject to a weed abatement letter are provided notice and many of the properties typically abate the nuisance on their own. There are several City properties listed on the attached list and these known properties are part of the City's fuel modification program in which the County abatement contractor is the least costly means of fuel modification or City crews have not yet abated the property due to the timing of this process, but will before further actions at a later date.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
Declaration of Intention to Provide Weed Abatement on Specific Properties., Page 2
The recommended action has no financial impact.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
This report was reviewed and approved by the City Attorney.
ATTACHMENTS
1. La Verne Letter 2026
2. Weed Abatement Declaration Reso #26-XX
3. DeclaredParcel_KeyofB_2026-La Verne
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
Kurt E. Floren
Agricultural Commissioner
Director of Weights and Measures
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Department of
Agricultural Commissioner/
Weights and Measures
12300 Lower Azusa Road
Arcadia, CA 91006-5872
https://acwm.lacounty.gov
Maximiliano E. Regis
Chief Deputy
January 5, 2026
The Honorable City Council
City of La Verne
3660 D Street
La Verne, CA 91750
Honorable City Council:
RESOLUTION DECLARING THAT WEEDS, BRUSH, RUBBISH, ETC., ARE A
SEASONAL AND RECURRENT PUBLIC NUISANCE
Transmitted herewith is the Declaration List of properties which have been found by inspection to have weeds, brush and/or rubbish growing or occurring upon them and which constitute an existing or potential hazard to the health and safety of adjacent property owners.
Also attached is a resolution for adoption by the City Council declaring that hazardous weeds, brush, rubbish, etc., growing or occurring upon or in front of the listed properties are a seasonal and recurrent public nuisance.
It is my recommendation that the Honorable City Council adopt this resolution at its meeting of February 2, 2026, which sets February 17, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. as the date and time for Hearing of Protests. After your City Council adopts the resolution, please send a copy to our Weed Abatement Division at the above address.
On or before February 2, 2026, Annual Weed Abatement Notices will be sent to the owners of the properties identified in the resolution pursuant to state law. If you have any questions, please contact me at (626) 575-5487.
Respectfully submitted,
ADRIAN ZAVALA
Deputy Director/Bureau Chief
AZ:jr
Protecting Consumers and the Environment Since 1881
To Enrich Lives Through Effective and Caring Service
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA,
DECLARING THAT WEEDS, BRUSH, RUBBISH AND REFUSE UPON OR IN FRONT OF
SPECIFIED PROPERTY IN THE CITY ARE A SEASONAL AND RECURRENT PUBLIC
NUISANCE AND DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO PROVIDE FOR
THE ABATEMENT THEREOF
THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
BE I
T RESOLVED THAT, pursuant to the provisions of Title 4, Division 3, Part 2, Chapter 13, Article 2, of the California Government Code, Sections 39560 to 39588, inclusive, and evidence received by it, the City Council of the City of La Verne specifically finds:
SECTION 1. That the weeds, brush, or rubbish growing or existing upon the streets, sidewalks, or private property in the city attain such large growth as to become, when dry, a fire menace to adjacent improved property, or which are otherwise noxious, dangerous, or a public nuisance.
SECTION 2. That the presence of dry grass, stubble, refuse, or other flammable materials are conditions which endanger the public safety by creating a fire hazard.
SECTION 3. That by reason of the foregoing fact, the weeds, brush, rubbish, dry grass, stubble, refuse, or other flammable material growing or existing upon the private property hereinafter described, and upon the streets and sidewalks in front of said property constitute a seasonal and recurrent public nuisance and should be abated as such.
SECTION 4. That the private property, together with the streets and sidewalks in front of same herein referred to, is more particularly described as follows, to wit: That certain property described in the attached list hereto and by this reference made a part hereof as though set forth in full at this point.
BE I
T THEREFORE RESOLVED, pursuant to the findings of fact, by this Council heretofore made, that the weeds, brush, rubbish, dry grass, stubble, refuse, or other flammable material in and upon and in front of the real property hereinbefore described constitute and are hereby declared to be a seasonal and recurrent public nuisance which should be abated. The Agricultural Commissioner/Director of Weights and Measures, County of Los Angeles, is hereby designated the person to give notice to destroy said weeds, brush, rubbish, dry grass, stubble, refuse, or other flammable material and shall cause notices to be given to each property owner by United States Mail and said notice shall be substantially in the following form to wit.
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
Resolution No. 26-xx
NOTICE TO DESTROY WEEDS, REMOVE BRUSH, RUBBISH AND REFUSE Notice is hereby given that on February 2, 2026, the City Council of the City of La Verne passed or will pass a resolution declaring noxious or dangerous vegetation including weeds, brush, tumbleweeds, sagebrush, and chaparral or rubbish and refuse were growing or occurring upon or in front of said property on certain streets in said city or unincorporated area of the County of Los Angeles, and more particularly described in the resolution, and that they constitute a public nuisance which must be abated by the removal of said noxious or dangerous vegetation, rubbish and refuse. The resolution further declares that, if not abated, the vegetation and/or rubbish and refuse may be removed, and the nuisance abated by County authorities in which case the cost of removal shall be assessed upon the land from or in front of which the noxious or dangerous vegetation, rubbish and refuse are removed. Such cost will constitute a special assessment against such lots or lands. Reference is hereby made to said resolution for further particulars. In addition, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles authorized and directed the Agricultural Commissioner to recover its costs of details. All property owners having any objections to the proposed removal of noxious or dangerous vegetation, rubbish and refuse and the recovery of inspection costs, are hereby notified that they may attend a hearing of the City Council of said City to be held at 3660 D Street, La Verne, CA 91750, in the Council Chambers on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. where their objections will be heard and given due consideration. If the property owner does not want to present objections to the proposed removal of the noxious or dangerous vegetation including weeds, brush, tumbleweeds, sagebrush, and chaparral or rubbish and refuse, or the recovery of inspection costs, the owner need not appear at the above mentioned hearing.
D ebra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
Resolution No. 26-xx
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Agricultural Commissioner is hereby authorized and directed to recover its costs of inspection of the properties hereinabove described in a manner consistent with prior action of the Board adopting a fee schedule for such inspections. The recovery of these costs is vital to the ongoing operation governing the identification and abatement of those properties that constitute a seasonal and recurrent public nuisance and endanger the public safety.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the 17th day of February, 2026, at the hour of 6:30 p.m. of said day is the day and hour, and the meeting room of the City Council of the City of La
Verne in the City Hall in the City of La Verne is fixed by this City Council as the place when and
where any and all property owners having any objections to the aforesaid proposed removal of weeds, brush, rubbish, dry grass, stubble, refuse, or other flammable material may appear before the City Council and show cause why said weeds, brush, rubbish, dry grass, stubble,
refuse, or other flammable material should not be removed in accordance with this resolution, and said objections will then and there be heard and given due consideration; and B
E IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the notices to destroy weeds, brush, rubbish, dry grass, stubble, refuse or other flammable material hereinbefore referred to shall be mailed by said Agricultural Commissioner/Director of Weights and Measures at least ten days prior to February 17, 2026.
Passed and adopted this 2nd day of February 2026.
May or Tim Hepburn
AT
TEST:
BY
De bra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
Resolution No. 26-xx
ABATEMENT ORDER: 26-xx February 2, 2026
FOLLOWING THE PUBLIC HEARING HELD ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2026, IN THE
MATTER OF RESOLUTION TO ABATE NOXIOUS WEEDS, RUBBISH, AND REFUSE, THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, BY MOTION ADOPTED AN ORDER
DIRECTING THE AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER/DIRECTOR OF WEIGHTS AND
MEASURES TO ABATE THE NUISANCE BY HAVING THE WEEDS, RUBBISH, AND REFUSE REMOVED.
CIT
Y OF LA VERNE
BY
Ma yor Tim Hepburn
ATT
EST:
BY
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
Resolution No. 26-XX
STAT
E OF CALIFORNIA )
) SS
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES )
ADRIAN ZAVALA, DEPUTY DIRECTOR, BUREAU CHIEF, AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER/WEIGHTS AND MEASURES, being first duly sworn says: That on or before the 2nd day of February, 2026, as required by the Government Code of the State of California, he notified by United States Mail the owners of each of the properties described in the attached list a notice or notices to destroy noxious or dangerous weeds, of which the annexed is a true copy,
and setting the 17th day of February, 2026, as the date upon which owners of said property could attend a meeting of the Council of the City of La Verne, when their objections will be heard and given due consideration.
ADRIAN ZAVALA
Deputy Director, Bureau Chief
SUB
SCRIBED AND SWORN TO BEFORE ME
This 2nd day of February, 2026
Debra Fritz, D eputy City Clerk
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Resolution No. 26-XX
CERTIFICATION
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 2nd day of February 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
___________________________________
De
bra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
2026 DATE: 12/18/2025
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
DECLARATION LIST
CITY OF LA VERNE
KEY OF B, CITY CODE 370 (UNIMPROVED)
PARCEL LOCATION OWNER MAILING ADDRESS CITY/STATE ZIP
8371 004 903 L A TO PASADENA METRO BLUE LINE 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8371 004 904 L A TO PASADENA METRO BLUE LINE 460 E HUNTINGTON DR SUITE 202 MONROVIA CA 91016 8371 004 908 L A PASADENA METRO GOLD LINE
OOTHILL EXTENSION CONST AUTH
406 E HUNTINGTON DR STE 202 MONROVIA CA 91016
8375 010 001 2743 D ST CULLEN,JEREMIAH J AND JENNIFER L 5265 VIA DE MANSION LA VERNE CA 91750 8375 026 066 LYNN DEE BUTLER 2415 SEVENTH ST LA VERNE CA 91750 8375 026 068 GARCIA,JUAN M 1996 PEYTON RD LA VERNE CA 91750 8377 025 900 L A TO PASADENA METRO BLUE LINE 460 E HUNTINGTON DR SUITE 202 MONROVIA CA 91016 8377 025 901 L A TO PASADENA METRO BLUE LINE 460 E HUNTINGTON DR SUITE 202 MONROVIA CA 91016 8377 025 902 L A TO PASADENA METRO BLUE LINE 460 E HUNTINGTON DR SUITE 202 MONROVIA CA 91016 8377 026 901 L A TO PASADENA METRO BLUE LINE 460 E HUNTINGTON DR SUITE 202 MONROVIA CA 91016 8377 028 900 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8377 028 901 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 002 900 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 002 901 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 002 902 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 002 903 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 003 013 2016 ARROW HWY TALVA MCLAY 2036 ARROW HWY LA VERNE CA 91750 8378 003 034 JACKSON,WILLIAM H AND ENJOLI TRS 273 ROSEBAY DRIVE ENCINITAS CA 92024 8378 004 025 NORIEGA,BRANDON G AND JENNIE D 3368 LUCERO AVE LA VERNE CA 91750 8378 004 900 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
2026 DATE: 12/18/2025
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
DECLARATION LIST
CITY OF LA VERNE
KEY OF B, CITY CODE 370 (UNIMPROVED)
PARCEL LOCATION OWNER MAILING ADDRESS CITY/STATE ZIP
8378 004 901 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 005 005 1974 ARROW HWY, LA VERNE CA
91750
SOLID PILLARS INVESTMENT LLC 227 N HOLLISTON AVE PASADENA CA 91106 8378 006 900 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 006 901 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 007 030 ALEJANDRE,VINCENT E AND 1615 REDWOOD WAY UPLAND CA 91784 8378 007 031 ALEJANDRE,VINCENT E AND 1615 REDWOOD WAY UPLAND CA 91784 8378 007 032 ALEJANDRE,VINCENT E AND 1615 REDWOOD WAY UPLAND CA 91784 8378 007 903 LA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT
900 S FREMONT AVE ALHAMBRA CA 91803
8378 007 904 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 007 910 LA VERNE BD GROUP LLC 2355 MAIN ST STE 220 IRVINE CA 92614 8378 008 011 1828 ARROW HWY, LA VERNE CA
91750
HORTA,CAROL A CO TR MOLLICONE
FAMILY DECD TRUST
1143 N SUNSET AVE AZUSA CA 91702
8378 010 041 UNIVERSITY OF LAVERNE HARITABLE
TRUST AND UNIVERSITY OF LA
VERNE
1950 3RD ST LA VERNE CA 91750
8378 010 911 LA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT
900 S FREMONT AVE ALHAMBRA CA 91803
8378 010 918 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 010 926 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 010 927 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 011 904 LA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT
900 S FREMONT AVE ALHAMBRA CA 91803
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
2026 DATE: 12/18/2025
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
DECLARATION LIST
CITY OF LA VERNE
KEY OF B, CITY CODE 370 (UNIMPROVED)
PARCEL LOCATION OWNER MAILING ADDRESS CITY/STATE ZIP
8378 011 905 L A TO PASADENA METRO BLUE LINE 460 E HUNTINGTON DR SUITE 202 MONROVIA CA 91016 8378 011 906 L A TO PASADENA METRO BLUE LINE 460 E HUNTINGTON DR SUITE 202 MONROVIA CA 91016 8378 011 907 L A TO PASADENA METRO BLUE LINE 460 E HUNTINGTON DR SUITE 202 MONROVIA CA 91016 8378 011 908 1374 PALOMARES ST METRO GOLD LINE FOOTHILL EXT 406 E HUNTINGTON DR STE 202 MONROVIA CA 91016 8378 012 033 1200 ARROW HWY UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE 1950 3RD ST LA VERNE CA 91750 8378 012 909 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 012 911 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 012 912 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 012 913 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 012 914 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8378 013 082 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA WATER CO 630 E FOOTHILL BLVD SAN DIMAS CA 91773 8378 013 083 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA WATER CO 630 E FOOTHILL BLVD SAN DIMAS CA 91773 8378 013 910 METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8378 013 911 LA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT
900 S FREMONT AVE ALHAMBRA CA 91803
8378 014 004 AYALA,MARIAN M TR 2081 N RESERVE PKWY WASHINGTON UT 84780 8378 014 005 AYALA,MARIAN M TR 2081 N RESERVE PKWY WASHINGTON UT 84780 8378 025 113 PLV HOMEOWNERS ASSOC INC 147 E OLIVE AVE MONROVIA CA 91016 8378 028 006 PARK LA VERNE ESTATES AT
PUDDINGSTONE
3675 HUNTINGTON DR #215 PASADENA CA 91107
8378 029 020 PARK LA VERNE ESTATES AT
UDDINGSTONE
451 W BONITA AVE SUITE 7 SAN DIMAS CA 91773
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
2026 DATE: 12/18/2025
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
DECLARATION LIST
CITY OF LA VERNE
KEY OF B, CITY CODE 370 (UNIMPROVED)
PARCEL LOCATION OWNER MAILING ADDRESS CITY/STATE ZIP
8381 019 900 METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8381 020 902 METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8381 020 903 METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8381 023 901 METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8381 030 902 METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8381 030 903 METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8381 033 017 1837 1ST ST CARMONA,RICHARD CO TR ET AL 1273 GROVE AVE UPLAND CA 91786 8381 034 900 L A TO PASADENA METRO BLUE LINE 460 E HUNTINGTON DR SUITE 202 MONROVIA CA 91016 8381 034 901 L A TO PASADENA METRO BLUE LINE 460 E HUNTINGTON DR SUITE 202 MONROVIA CA 91016 8381 036 023 DREAM HOME TCB LLC 4183 TEMPLE CITY BLVD UNIT A EL MONTE CA 91731 8381 036 905 METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8381 036 906 METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8382 005 900 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8382 005 901 LACMTA 1 GATEWAY PLAZA LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8382 006 039 PUDDINGSTONE LA VENTURE LLC 18401 ARENTH AVE BLDG B CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91748 8382 006 042 PUDDINGSTONE LA VENTURE LLC 18401 ARENTH AVE BLDG B CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91748 8382 006 043 PUDDINGSTONE LA VENTURE LLC 18401 ARENTH AVE BLDG B CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91748 8382 006 044 PUDDINGSTONE LA VENTURE LLC 18401 ARENTH AVE BLDG B CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91748 8382 006 049 PUDDINGSTONE LA VENTURE LLC 18401 ARENTH AVE BLDG B CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91748 8382 006 050 PUDDINGSTONE LA VENTURE LLC 18401 ARENTH AVE BLDG B CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91748 8382 006 051 PUDDINGSTONE LA VENTURE LLC 18401 ARENTH AVE BLDG B CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91748
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
2026 DATE: 12/18/2025
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
DECLARATION LIST
CITY OF LA VERNE
KEY OF B, CITY CODE 370 (UNIMPROVED)
PARCEL LOCATION OWNER MAILING ADDRESS CITY/STATE ZIP
8382 006 052 PUDDINGSTONE LA VENTURE LLC 18401 ARENTH AVE BLDG B CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91748 8382 006 053 PUDDINGSTONE LA VENTURE LLC 18401 ARENTH AVE BLDG B CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91748 8382 006 054 PUDDINGSTONE LA VENTURE LLC 18401 ARENTH AVE BLDG B CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91748 8382 006 055 PUDDINGSTONE LA VENTURE LLC 18401 ARENTH AVE BLDG B CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91748 8382 006 056 PUDDINGSTONE LA VENTURE LLC 18401 ARENTH AVE BLDG B CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91748 8382 006 061 PUDDINGSTONE LA VENTURE LLC 18401 E ARENTH AVE BLDG B CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91748 8382 006 062 PUDDINGSTONE LA VENTURE LLC 18401 E ARENTH AVE BLDG B CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91748 8382 006 065 LIU,PYNG SHAN 439 DEODAR LN BRADBURY CA 91008 8382 024 170 PUDDINGSTONE VILLAGE
HOMEOWNERS
PO BOX 7758 LA VERNE CA 91750
8382 024 176 PUDDINGSTONE VILLAGE
HOMEOWNERS
PO BOX 7758 LA VERNE CA 91750
8382 025 192 PUDDINGSTONE VILLAGE
HOMEOWNERS
PO BOX 7758 LA VERNE CA 91750
8391 003 911 METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8391 021 059 CHF,INC 630 E FOOTHILL BLVD SAN DIMAS CA 91773 8391 026 040 MORA,STEVE V AND TRINIE G 3322 DAMIEN AVE LA VERNE CA 91750 8391 026 070 MORA,STEVE V AND TRINIE G AND 1416 ELYSIAN AVE POMONA CA 91767 8664 009 901 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D ST LA VERNE CA 91750
8664 009 902 LA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT
900 S FREMONT AVE ALHAMBRA CA 91803
8664 009 904 1101 W ALDERSGATE DR LA VERNE CITY 3660 D STREET LA VERNE CA 91750 8664 009 905 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D ST LA VERNE CA 91750
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2026 DATE: 12/18/2025
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
DECLARATION LIST
CITY OF LA VERNE
KEY OF B, CITY CODE 370 (UNIMPROVED)
PARCEL LOCATION OWNER MAILING ADDRESS CITY/STATE ZIP
8664 010 030 JOHN TORRES 4969 OLD RANCH ROAD LA VERNE CA 91750 8664 010 031 MCCOOK,GAYE 4973 OLD RANCH RD LA VERNE CA 91750 8664 010 032 PLUMLEY,JEFF D AND EILEAN N 4981 OLD RANCH RD LA VERNE CA 91750 8664 010 033 MARSHALL,PETER AND MONICA TRS 4985 OLD RANCH RD LA VERNE CA 91750 8664 010 034 MARROLLI,DONALD J SR AND MARIA
R
4987 OLD RANCH RD LA VERNE CA 91750
8664 010 035 ROBBINS,MATTHEW J AND 4991 OLD RANCH RD LA VERNE CA 91750 8664 010 036 RODGERS,CARRIE L CO TR 1166 OAK KNOLL TERRACE LA VERNE CA 91750 8664 010 037 SCHIRO,VITO AND GIOVANNA TRS 2225 EAGLE DR LA VERNE CA 91750 8664 010 038 PALOVCHIK,TAWNY 1158 OAK KNOLL TERRACE LA VERNE CA 91750 8664 010 039 MILLER,FRED D AND CHING H 1154 OAK KNOLL TER LA VERNE CA 91750 8664 015 030 WILKINSON,LINDA L 5077 OLD RANCH RD LA VERNE CA 91750 8664 017 002 BURKLE,JOE S AND ELIZABETH A 37888 OAK GLEN RD YUCAIPA CA 92399 8664 020 902 BIRDIE DR METROPOLITIAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8664 043 902 METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8664 043 903 METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8665 015 903 STATE OF CALIF 707 3RD ST 5TH FL SACRAMENTO CA 95605 8665 019 133 CARRANZA,JUAN C AND ALBAROSA 1338 CANYON VIEW DR LA VERNE CA 91750 8665 019 912 LA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT
900 S FREMONT AVE ALHAMBRA CA 91803
8665 027 918 LA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT
900 S FREMONT AVE ALHAMBRA CA 91803
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
2026 DATE: 12/18/2025
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
DECLARATION LIST
CITY OF LA VERNE
KEY OF B, CITY CODE 370 (UNIMPROVED)
PARCEL LOCATION OWNER MAILING ADDRESS CITY/STATE ZIP
8665 027 920 LA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT
900 S FREMONT AVE ALHAMBRA CA 91803
8665 027 921 LA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT
900 S FREMONT AVE ALHAMBRA CA 91803
8665 027 923 LA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT
900 S FREMONT AVE ALHAMBRA CA 91803
8665 030 045 BURKLE,JOE S AND ELIZABETH A 37888 OAK GLEN RD YUCAIPA CA 92399 8665 031 900 LA COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT
900 S FREMONT AVE ALHAMBRA CA 91803
8666 005 041 SBICCA,ARTHUR TR ET AL 2650 LOMBARDY RD SAN MARINO CA 91108 8666 005 044 BECKER,JONATHAN AND MELISSA
TRS
1935 PUDDINGSTONE DR LA VERNE CA 91750
8666 009 032 MANDELL,STEVE 541 S GLENDORA AVE GLENDORA CA 91741 8666 051 028 BAKSHANDEH,NORA 3048 CLARMEYA LN PASADENA CA 91107 8666 051 029 BAKSHANDEH,NORA 3048 CLARMEYA LN PASADENA CA 91107 8666 054 038 LA VERNE LIVE OAK HOMEOWNERS 1275 CENTER COURT DR COVINA CA 91724 8666 058 904 5100 ESPERANZA DR METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8666 058 905 METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8666 058 906 METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054 8666 059 009 SOL LONG TERM LAND INVESTMENT PO BOX 11480 BEVERLY HILLS CA 90213 8666 059 901 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D ST LA VERNE CA 91750
8666 059 903 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D ST LA VERNE CA 91750
8666 059 904 METROPOLITAN WATER DIST PO BOX 54153 LOS ANGELES CA 90054
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
2026 DATE: 12/18/2025
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
DECLARATION LIST
CITY OF LA VERNE
KEY OF B, CITY CODE 370 (UNIMPROVED)
PARCEL LOCATION OWNER MAILING ADDRESS CITY/STATE ZIP
8666 059 908 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D ST LA VERNE CA 91750
8666 063 034 LA VERNE LIVE OAK HOMEOWNERS 1275 CENTER COURT DR COVINA CA 91724 8669 025 039 GONZALEZ,JESUS 10317 MAPLEDALE ST BELLFLOWER CA 90706 8669 026 051 PETROPOULOS,GREGORY CO TR G
AND B PETROPOULOS TRUST
4574 LIVE OAK CANYON RD LA VERNE CA 91750
8678 021 912 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D ST LA VERNE CA 91750
8678 021 914 L A COUNTY 500 W TEMPLE ST RM 648 LOS ANGELES CA 90012 8678 021 919 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D ST LA VERNE CA 91750
8678 022 012 ANABI,SAMIR AND MANAL TRS ET AL 7463 BRYDON RD LA VERNE CA 91750 8678 022 901 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D ST LA VERNE CA 91750
8678 022 902 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D ST LA VERNE CA 91750
8678 023 020 CHOW,HUBERT W AND ERIN J TRS 5360 MOUNTAIN SPRINGS RANCH RD LA VERNE CA 91750 8678 023 026 MISTRETTA FAMILY PROPERTIES LLC 846 W FOOTHILL BLVD STE G UPLAND CA 91786 8678 023 027 MISTRETTA FAMILY PROPERTIES LLC 846 W FOOTHILL BLVD STE G UPLAND CA 91786 8678 023 031 CHARLEBOIS,GARY AND LORI TRS 2025 BONITA AVE LA VERNE CA 91750 8678 024 019 1260 FOXFORD RD, LA VERNE CA
91750
HENNESSY,MILDRED E 1959 TEMPLE HILLS DR LAGUNA BEACH CA 92651 8678 024 021 AHMED,IQBAL TR PO BOX 8181 LA VERNE CA 91750 8678 024 022 ZACHARIAS,DAVID S AND CYNTHIA M 6702 CALMBANK AVE LA VERNE CA 91750 8678 027 029 COUNTRY CLUB DR SOL LONG TERM LAND NVESTMENT
TRUST LLC
1 SPECTRUM POINTE DRIVE SUITE
310
LAKE FOREST CA 92630
8678 027 036 SOL LONG TERM LAND NVESTMENT
TRUST LLC
PO BOX 11480 BEVERLY HILLS CA 90213
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
2026 DATE: 12/18/2025
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
DECLARATION LIST
CITY OF LA VERNE
KEY OF B, CITY CODE 370 (UNIMPROVED)
PARCEL LOCATION OWNER MAILING ADDRESS CITY/STATE ZIP
8678 027 273 BIRDIE DR L A CITY DEPT OF WATER AND
POWER
PO BOX 51111 LOS ANGELES CA 90051
8678 034 051 CREEKSIDE AT LA VERNE 5 PETERS CANYON RD STE 310 IRVINE CA 92606 8678 062 900 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D ST LA VERNE CA 91750
8678 066 021 RANCHO ESPERANZA HOMEOWNERS
SSOCIATION INC
302 S. MILLIKEN AVE #D ONTARIO CA 91761
8678 067 270 L A CITY DEPT OF WATER AND
POWER
PO BOX 51111 LOS ANGELES CA 90051
8678 067 271 L A CITY DEPT OF WATER AND
POWER
PO BOX 51111 LOS ANGELES CA 90051
8678 067 900 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D ST LA VERNE CA 91750
8678 067 901 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D ST LA VERNE CA 91750
8678 069 900 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D STREET LA VERNE CA 91750 8678 069 903 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D STREET LA VERNE CA 91750 8678 071 901 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D STREET LA VERNE CA 91750 8678 072 047 MARSHALL CANYON ESTATES 9130 ANAHEIM PLACE RANCHO CUCAMONGA CA 91730 8678 073 013 MARSHALL CANYON ESTATES 9130 ANAHEIM PLACE RANCHO CUCAMONGA CA 91730 8678 073 900 LA VERNE CITY 3660 D ST LA VERNE CA 91750
8678 074 020 LA VERNE OAK TREE ESTATES HOA 9858 IRVINE CENTER DR IRVINE CA 92618 8678 074 027 LA VERNE OAK TREE ESTATES 8951 RESEARCH DR STE 100 IRVINE CA 92618 TOTAL VACANT/IMPROVED RECORDS 0
TOTAL UNIMPROVED RECORDS 168
TOTAL RECORDS 168
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: February 2, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Candice Bowcock, Principal Planner
SUBJECT: MAKING DETERMINATION OF EXEMPTION FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT PURSUANT TO THE COMMON SENSE
EXEMPTION OF CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061 (B) (3) AND SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF "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."
SUMMARY
City Council is asked to adopt an ordinance that 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 Mixed-Use 1 district of the Old Town La Verne Specific Plan area.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council adopt an Ordinance, entitled "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
As presented at the last meeting, 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 Mixed-Use 1 district of the Old Town La Verne Specific Plan area.
This item was introduced for first reading at the January 20, 2026, meeting and approved by a vote of 5-0.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
Approval of this item will have no direct financial impact.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
Making Determination of Exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act Pursuant to the Common Sense Exemption of CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 (B) (3) and Second Reading and Adoption of "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.", Page 2
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. Minimum Density OTLVSP Ordinance
Report Prepared By: Coordinated with:
Candice Bowcock, Principal Planner Lisa Kranitz, Assistant City Attorney
Agenda Packet - February 2, 2026
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:
Land Use
Districts
Max.
Height
Min. Lot
Size
Max. Resid.
Unit Density
Public Street
Setback
(except as
noted in
Design
Standards &
Guidelines)
Public Alley Setback
(except as
noted in
Design
Standards &
Guidelines)
Parking
Mixed-Use 1 72 feet 40,000 SF 60 DU/ACRE(c), (e) 0 FT* 2 FT 2 spaces per 1,000 SF or retail/7.5 spaces per 1,000 SF
or restaurant/2 spaces per 1,000
SF of office/1 space per
residential bedroom
Mixed-Use 2 84 feet(a)
108 feet(b)
40,000 SF 70 DU/ACRE(d), (e) 0 FT* 2 FT 2 spaces per 1,000 SF or retail/
7.5 spaces per 1,000 SF or
restaurant/2 spaces per 1,000 SF
of office/1 space per residential
bedroom
* 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
(b) Hotel
(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 2nd day of February, 2026.
______________________________________
Mayor Tim Hepburn
_______________________________
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
CERTIFICATION
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: February 2, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Ken Domer, City Manager
SUBJECT: UPDATE AND DISCUSSION ON INCREASED WIRELESS/CELLULAR COVERAGE IN NORTH LA VERNE.
SUMMARY
Due to fair to poor wireless telecommunications coverage in the North La Verne residential neighborhoods and the potential public safety impacts from reduced connectivity, the City Council was asked to review how to increase wireless connectivity in the North La Verne area. The City Council therefore directed that a review be provided to the City Council and Staff is requesting direction from the City Council based on this update.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council receive and file this report and provide Staff appropriate direction to encourage greater wireless coverage in North La Verne.
DISCUSSION
Wireless telecommunications coverage in the area of North La Verne, defined herein as residential neighborhoods north of Baseline Road and specifically areas adjacent to Golden Hills Road, have various degrees of coverage as identified by available coverage maps. Coverage in general depends greatly on the carrier at the present time, with AT&T and T-Mobile having greater coverage due to cell towers located at the clubhouse of the former Sierra La Verne Country Club and Verizon having poor or no coverage in areas due to current placement of towers or small cell wireless equipment.
Small cell wireless facilities, otherwise known as small cells, are just what the name implies:
sites having smaller wireless radios and antennas than macro cell sites (such as the typical wireless cell tower). Small cell wireless facilities have a range that varies from a few hundred feet to upwards of 1,000 feet, depending on terrain and the radio frequencies used. Located typically on streetlights, solo poles, or other infrastructure near the public right of way, these lower power facilities primarily add capacity in high-traffic areas, dense urban areas, and suburban communities. The increase in the use of smartphones, wireless tablets, and streaming devices, has increased the need for more wireless bandwidth to accommodate the need for upload/download speeds and greater data flow making the addition of small cells critical to today's technological environment. While they are not a substitute for macro cell sites, they do greatly assist in areas where a macro cell may not be practical or possible. Small cell facilities can be processed at the staff level through an encroachment permit, while macro cells (cell towers) require a Conditional Use Permit through the Planning Commission.
The critical infrastructure required for increased small cell wireless deployment is a fiber
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Update and Discussion on Increased Wireless/Cellular Coverage in North La Verne., Page 2
connection. Fiber is necessary to connect the small cell to the broader network allowing it to handle high-speed data traffic. Typical fiber installation is via aerial utility poles. The thicker cables lowest on a utility pole are cable, fiber, and telephone lines while the higher levels are transmission and then distribution (high voltage) electrical lines. In areas such as North La Verne, which were primarily developed after under grounding of utilities was required by local governments, the absence of above ground utility poles greatly increases the cost to install fiber lines. It is primarily for this reason, the lack of aerial fiber connection, as to why wireless coverage in North La Verne is deficient.
While cell coverage differs in North La Verne based on carrier, it is primarily because two carriers, AT&T and T-Mobile, have macro cells located at the clubhouse at the former Sierra La Verne Country Club. The tower currently operated by T-Mobile was built in 2008 and the one operated by AT&T was built in 2015. A third tower, applied for by Verizon in 2015, had permits issued in 2016 which expired in 2017. A new proposal for Verizon came in 2019, was approved by the Planning Commission in 2020, but those permits expired in 2021 and the tower was never built. The expiration of those permits are rumored to have been due to the pending sale of the golf course and the previous owner not wanting to complicate the sale. At this time, only the two towers are in place explaining the limited coverage by Verizon.
Cell coverage maps can generally be found online and typically within a carrier's website if not on the website of independent firms using data from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The following is a Verizon coverage map (https://www.verizon.com/coverage-map/) for the North La Verne area with Live Oak Reservoir providing a frame of reference and a second Verizon coverage map to provide comparison to coverage maps for AT&T and T-Mobile located on the next page (https://coveragecritic.com/coverage-model/best-cell-phone-coverage-plans- in-la-verne-ca/).
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Update and Discussion on Increased Wireless/Cellular Coverage in North La Verne., Page 3
A coverage map from T-Mobile shows better reaching service for the North La Verne area and a map for AT&T:
Opportunities for Increased Coverage
Clearly, the best opportunity for increased coverage is gaining a third tower at the Sierra La Verne Country Club or adjacent area such as a city-owned property or park. However, in all cases, access to fiber may be an impediment. For this reason, the City reached out to Crown Castle, a nationwide provider of shared communications infrastructure (cell towers, small cells, and fiber), last year to inquire about fiber installation and the City Council on April 7, 2025, approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Crown Castle for their new Rapid Connect fiber installation. While this was not an award of a construction contract or even an agreement to install fiber, it was an understanding that Crown Castle could install fiber up Wheeler Avenue from the Oak Mesa Park area to Golden Hills Road and east to Esperanza Drive. This fiber installation, while making it easier for small cell facilities for any telecommunications carrier, is dependent on a small cell carrier working with Crown Castle to fund the construction. The City has reached out to Crown Castle to inquire about the cost of the fiber installation using the Rapid Connect system as a means to "build it" and see if small cell carriers will then come to take advantage of the fiber option. Rough estimates for typical fiber installations (trenching or boring under streets) range from $40,000 to $60,000 per mile based on method of installation and location situation. The installation of a Rapid Connect system, which is a small 1 to 1.5 inch cut in the pavement, is estimated to be significantly less.
Additionally, in the last several months, the City has been in communication with Verizon wireless for the installation of eight small cell facilities, with four being north of Baseline Road and one of the four being slightly northeast of Live Oak Reservoir. The City received a draft Master License Agreement from Verizon in early December 2025, and we are currently working with Verizon to finalize the agreement for the locations in order to bring it to the City Council for consideration within the next few months. These small cell facilities are part of Verizon's business plan and not a result of the City reaching out to Verizon. However, we are working with the Verizon representatives regarding additional placement of small cell facilities along Golden Hills Road in order to further reduce the coverage gap for Verizon coverage based on resident concerns. We are hoping to take advantage of the earlier agreement with Crown
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Update and Discussion on Increased Wireless/Cellular Coverage in North La Verne., Page 4
Castle for their Rapid Connect installation but also understand that all carriers have their own procurement processes and bidding practices to follow. Regardless, the prospect of increased Verizon coverage in the North La Verne area in the near future is positive.
Other Factors for Consideration
While Planning Commissions and City Councils may receive public testimony on health concerns related to radio frequency (RF) exposure, decisions cannot be made based on those concerns. The 1996 Federal Telecommunications Act expressly preempts state and local government regulation of the placement, construction, and modification of personal wireless service facilities on the basis of the environmental effects of RF emissions to the extent that such facilities comply with the FCC's regulations concerning such emissions (47 U.S.C. §332(c)(7)(B)(iv)). An applicant seeking to install a small wireless facility or macro cell will be required to affirm compliance with the FCC RF exposure requirements, but the FCC remains the exclusive agency for resolving non-compliance.
Finally, it is clear that the issues affecting the placement of a third macro cell tower at Sierra La Verne Country Club greatly hindered increased wireless coverage in North La Verne. Through all of this, it is important to note that cities do not build telecommunication infrastructure, but through our regulations or processes, we can delay implementation. In order to provide the best service to our residents, it is encouraged that we continue to provide a welcoming process for increased use of telecommunications and ensure our residents have access to the best of their ability and service provider.
Council Direction Moving Forward
At this time, Staff is requesting City Council direction to continue working with Verizon representatives to expand the amount of small cell facilities in the North La Verne area beyond the planned eight (8) sites proposed. This direction includes getting estimates for fiber installation in the North La Verne area for Crown Castle's Rapid Connect system or other non- aerial methods to provide for further small cell facilities in which the City could provide upfront costs (build it and they will come approach) as well as facilitating the potential of locating a third macro cell tower at or near the current two towers (or co-locating if possible) in order to increase wireless coverage. It is understood that any agreement or planned expenditure of City funds will require a return to the City Council for authorization based on specific outcomes.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
The provision of information and discussion regarding this issue does not have a financial impact. Future agenda items may have financial impacts and those impacts will be discussed as part of any future City Council action.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
No environmental analysis is required for this discussion and taking direction from the City Council. In the future, it is important to note that the approval and construction of new wireless communication facilities are generally categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under several provisions to include:
• CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 (Class 3 – New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures), which includes construction and location of limited numbers of new, small facilities or structures, including utility extensions and accessory structures; and/or
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Update and Discussion on Increased Wireless/Cellular Coverage in North La Verne., Page 5
• CEQA Guidelines Section 15304 (Class 4 – Minor Alterations to Land), which includes minor trenching and backfilling where there is no removal of mature, scenic trees; and/or • CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities), if collocation or replacement on an existing structure; and/or
• CEQA Guidelines Section 15311 (Class 11 – Accessory Structures) for placement of small accessory equipment.
Additionally, it is important to note that wireless facilities are designed to comply with all applicable Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations for radio frequency (RF) emissions. Under federal law, local agencies are preempted from denying wireless facilities on the basis of environmental effects of RF emissions so long as the facility complies with FCC standards (47 U.S.C. § 332(c)(7)(B)(iv)).
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved of this item.
ATTACHMENTS
None
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: February 2, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Ken Domer, City Manager
SUBJECT: TRI-CITY MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY GOVERNING BOARD REPRESENTATIVE APPOINTMENT.
SUMMARY
Tri-City Mental Health Authority is seeking to fill a Governing Board vacancy following the November 2025 resignation of Carolyn Cockrell. Tri-City Mental Health Authority Liaisons Councilmembers Lau and Johnson reviewed the applications and recommend appointing Trent West to the Governing Board.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council appoint Trent West to serve on as La Verne's Tri-City Mental Health Authority Governing Board representative.
DISCUSSION
Tri-City Mental Health Authority was established to provide mental health services for the communities of La Verne, Pomona, and Claremont. The Governing Board is comprised of representatives of the respective City Councils, community representatives from each of the cities, and mental health professionals, serving on a two-year term basis.
In November 2025, Carolyn Cockrell submitted her formal resignation from her position on the Tri-City Mental Health Authority Governing Board. The City solicited applications through social media, e-newsletters, and information on the website to fill this vacancy. At the close of the application period, five (5) applications were received from the following individuals:
• Arredondo, Paul
• Chy, Hunly
• Juarez, Angelica
• Lyons, Evans
• West, Trent
Councilmembers Lau and Johnson, who serve on the Tri-City Mental Health Authority Governing Board, reviewed the applications and are recommending that the City Council appoint Trent West.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
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Tri-City Mental Health Authority Governing Board Representative Appointment., Page 2
Not applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Applications
Report Prepared By:
Andrea Blockinger, Administrative Analyst
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Community Service Information
There are numerous citizens who volunteer to serve on boards, commissions, and committees, to advise the City Council on the many issues of concern in our community.
From time to time, members retire or leave their board, commissions, and committees, new members must be appointed. Also, new issues are raised and whole boards, commissions, and committees are formed to address the issues.
This is where you come in. As a citizen of La Verne, you are eligible to serve on any committee - your only qualifications are interest, motivation, desire, and of course, the time to serve. Your service will be voluntary and without pay. Some boards, commissions, and committees may have additional requirements, please review the details on the City website.
Appointment to a board, commission, or committee is done by the City Council, and your responsibility is to advise the City Council on those issues that fall within the responsibility of the board, commission, or committee that you are appointed to.
The City of La Verne is strong due to its citizens involvement. We encourage you to get involved and help in the furtherance of the lifestyle we have become noted for.
If you wish to be considered for the community service position, please fill out the application here and designate your area of interest.
1. Personal Data
First Name*
Paul
Last Name*
Arredondo
Home Address (Number and Street)*
Birdie Dr
City, State, Zip Code*
La Verne, CA, 91750
Business Address (Number and Street) City, State, Zip Code Home or Cell Phone* Work Phone
Email Address*
Tri City Mental Health Authority Governing Board Online Application - Submission #1704 Date Submitted: 12/15/2025
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2. Work Experience
Describe your duties
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
3. Education and Training
Please comment on education and training as it may relate to your application for community service I have a master's degree in nursing with speacialty Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have extensive mental health training and currently hold 103NP status.
4. Additional Information
Use this space to provide additional information as required or to describe in greater detail any aspects of your experience or activities that are pertinent.
I haven been working in mental health since I was 21 years of age. I started my journey as a direct support professional working in residential care homes caring for developmentally disabled men with commorbid psychiatric diagnoses. I pursued nursing initially by completeing my prerequisites and LVN certification at Citrus College, and I continued my education through competetive public school systems finishing my assiciate degree at Pasadena City College, my bachelor degree at California State University San Marcos and my master degree at California State University Los Angeles. As a nurse practitioner, I have spent the last three years of my career providing psychiatric medication services for pediatrics and young adults through county funded programs in lower socioeconomic areas such as the high desert of Southern California.
5. References
Name
Kevin Wethey MD
Phone Number
Email Address
Name
Eduardo Longsworth PMHNP-BC
Phone Number
Email Address
Name Phone Number
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Email Address
6. Community Activities
List current activities and work back to when you first moved to La Verne. Include all special projects and positions you held in organizations, for example, President, Secretary, Treasurer, etc.
Name of Organization How long were you with this organization? Offices Held
Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
Name of Organition How long were you with this organization? Offices Held
Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
Name of Organization
How long were you with this organization?
Offices Held
Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
7. Essay
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What were the major reasons that caused you to move to La Verne? I moved to La Verne when I was in fifth grade. I moved away when I went to college. After starting a family, La Verne was my first choice to raise my children due to the safe community, the top-ranking school districts, and the beautiful amenities the city has to offer.
If you could change anything in the City, what would it be? Growing up in La Verne to now raising a family here, I would initially focus on the preservation of La Verne's values and commitment to its residents. Idenitifying areas that can be strengthened would come over time, then planning, and implementation.
What can you contribute to and why are you interested in serving on the board, commission, or committee designated? I am a hard working and dedicated individual who has been an advocate for mental health since age 21 on the clinical side. I would like to not only contribute my knowledge, but also learn what the residents of La Verne would like to see improved. I would like to help advocate on a broader scale to assist those who would benefit from mental health services.
What is your availability to serve on a Committee?
I am available.
Please include any additional documents that may bolster your application.
Choose File No file chosen
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Community Service Information
There are numerous citizens who volunteer to serve on boards, commissions, and committees, to advise the City Council on the many issues of concern in our community.
From time to time, members retire or leave their board, commissions, and committees, new members must be appointed. Also, new issues are raised and whole boards, commissions, and committees are formed to address the issues.
This is where you come in. As a citizen of La Verne, you are eligible to serve on any committee - your only qualifications are interest, motivation, desire, and of course, the time to serve. Your service will be voluntary and without pay. Some boards, commissions, and committees may have additional requirements, please review the details on the City website.
Appointment to a board, commission, or committee is done by the City Council, and your responsibility is to advise the City Council on those issues that fall within the responsibility of the board, commission, or committee that you are appointed to.
The City of La Verne is strong due to its citizens involvement. We encourage you to get involved and help in the furtherance of the lifestyle we have become noted for.
If you wish to be considered for the community service position, please fill out the application here and designate your area of interest.
1. Personal Data
First Name*
Hunly
Last Name*
Chy
Home Address (Number and Street)*
BIRDIE DR
City, State, Zip Code*
LA VERNE
Business Address (Number and Street)
OC 168 Group
City, State, Zip Code
CA
Home or Cell Phone* Work Phone
Email Address*
Tri City Mental Health Authority Governing Board Online Application - Submission #1699 Date Submitted: 12/12/2025
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2. Work Experience
Describe your duties
I have over 25 years of professional experience working in the Navy, in Aerospace and in the Utility industry. I have also been a small business owner for the past 20 years.
3. Education and Training
Please comment on education and training as it may relate to your application for community service I have a bachelor's and master's degree in electrical engineering, and an MBA from the University of La Verne.
4. Additional Information
Use this space to provide additional information as required or to describe in greater detail any aspects of your experience or activities that are pertinent.
With over two decades of leadership experience in highly regulated, safety-critical environments, I bring a strong foundation in strategic planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement that aligns well with the responsibilities of the Tri City Mental Health Authority Governing Board. My career has centered on developing and implementing large-scale initiatives that required cross-functional collaboration, regulatory compliance, and community impact considerations. I have successfully led diverse teams, fostered organizational growth, and managed complex projects with budgets exceeding $1 billion annually.
These experiences have honed my ability to analyze risks, make informed decisions, and advocate for solutions that prioritize public safety and well-being—skills that are directly transferable to guiding mental health programs and ensuring effective governance.
5. References
Name
Lana Chiv
Phone Number
Email Address
Name
Edward Lam
Phone Number
Email Address
Name
Arianne Luy
Phone Number
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Email Address
6. Community Activities
List current activities and work back to when you first moved to La Verne. Include all special projects and positions you held in organizations, for example, President, Secretary, Treasurer, etc.
Name of Organization
AYSO
How long were you with this organization?
1 Offices Held
Volunteer Referee
Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
The AYSO volunteer referee is responsible for managing youth soccer matches, ensuring a safe, fair, and fun environment for players aged U-5 to U-19.
Name of Organition How long were you with this organization? Offices Held
Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
Name of Organization
OC 168 Group
How long were you with this organization?
OC 168 Group
Offices Held
Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
7. Essay
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What were the major reasons that caused you to move to La Verne? I moved to La Verne with my family because we were seeking a community that offered both academic excellence and a nurturing environment for our young children. In choosing La Verne, we found not only a strong school district but also a city defined by its quiet neighborhoods, welcoming spirit, and peaceful surroundings. This combination of quality education and community values made La Verne the ideal place to raise our family, and it continues to inspire my commitment to fostering environments where individuals and families can thrive.
If you could change anything in the City, what would it be? If I could change anything in the City, it would be to expand access to community resources that strengthen mental health and overall well‑being. While La Verne is already a wonderful place to live and raise a family, I believe we can do more to ensure that every resident—regardless of age, background, or circumstance—feels supported and connected. By investing in programs that promote resilience, provide early intervention, and foster collaboration between schools, families, and local organizations, we can build a healthier, more inclusive community where people thrive together.
What can you contribute to and why are you interested in serving on the board, commission, or committee designated? I am interested in serving on the Tri City Mental Health Authority Governing Board because I believe that the same principles I have applied throughout my career—strategic planning, risk management, and cross‑functional collaboration—are essential to building resilient, supportive communities. Over two decades at Southern California Edison, I have led complex, high‑stakes projects such as the Chino Hills 500 kV Underground Project and SCE’s Integrated Wildfire Mitigation Strategy, where I successfully united diverse teams, navigated regulatory challenges, and delivered solutions that safeguarded public safety.
These experiences have strengthened my ability to listen, mentor, and align stakeholders toward shared goals. I am eager to contribute this leadership, problem‑solving expertise, and commitment to service to the Governing Board, ensuring that Tri City continues to expand access to mental health resources and foster environments where individuals and families can thrive.
What is your availability to serve on a Committee?
After February 2026
Please include any additional documents that may bolster your application.
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Community Service Information
There are numerous citizens who volunteer to serve on boards, commissions, and committees, to advise the City Council on the many issues of concern in our community.
From time to time, members retire or leave their board, commissions, and committees, new members must be appointed. Also, new issues are raised and whole boards, commissions, and committees are formed to address the issues.
This is where you come in. As a citizen of La Verne, you are eligible to serve on any committee - your only qualifications are interest, motivation, desire, and of course, the time to serve. Your service will be voluntary and without pay. Some boards, commissions, and committees may have additional requirements, please review the details on the City website.
Appointment to a board, commission, or committee is done by the City Council, and your responsibility is to advise the City Council on those issues that fall within the responsibility of the board, commission, or committee that you are appointed to.
The City of La Verne is strong due to its citizens involvement. We encourage you to get involved and help in the furtherance of the lifestyle we have become noted for.
If you wish to be considered for the community service position, please fill out the application here and designate your area of interest.
1. Personal Data
First Name*
Angelica
Last Name*
Juarez
Home Address (Number and Street)*
Oakford Dr
City, State, Zip Code*
90022
Business Address (Number and Street) City, State, Zip Code Home or Cell Phone* Work Phone
Email Address*
Tri City Mental Health Authority Governing Board Online Application - Submission #1727 Date Submitted: 1/5/2026
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2. Work Experience
Describe your duties
I have a work study job as a senator at large at my university. My work duties revolve around advocating for our students need.
3. Education and Training
Please comment on education and training as it may relate to your application for community service I am a pre med student and have taken the basic science courses like psychology, chemistry, biology.
4. Additional Information
Use this space to provide additional information as required or to describe in greater detail any aspects of your experience or activities that are pertinent.
5. References
Name
Phone Number
Email Address
Name Phone Number
Email Address
Name Phone Number
Email Address
6. Community Activities
List current activities and work back to when you first moved to La Verne. Include all special projects and positions you held in organizations, for example, President, Secretary, Treasurer, etc.
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Name of Organization How long were you with this organization? Offices Held
Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
Name of Organition How long were you with this organization? Offices Held
Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
Name of Organization How long were you with this organization? Offices Held
Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
7. Essay
What were the major reasons that caused you to move to La Verne? I go to school at the university of la verne
If you could change anything in the City, what would it be? What can you contribute to and why are you interested in serving on the board, commission, or committee designated? What is your availability to serve on a Committee?
Please include any additional documents that may bolster your application.
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Community Service Information
There are numerous citizens who volunteer to serve on boards, commissions, and committees, to advise the City Council on the many issues of concern in our community.
From time to time, members retire or leave their board, commissions, and committees, new members must be appointed. Also, new issues are raised and whole boards, commissions, and committees are formed to address the issues.
This is where you come in. As a citizen of La Verne, you are eligible to serve on any committee - your only qualifications are interest, motivation, desire, and of course, the time to serve. Your service will be voluntary and without pay. Some boards, commissions, and committees may have additional requirements, please review the details on the City website.
Appointment to a board, commission, or committee is done by the City Council, and your responsibility is to advise the City Council on those issues that fall within the responsibility of the board, commission, or committee that you are appointed to.
The City of La Verne is strong due to its citizens involvement. We encourage you to get involved and help in the furtherance of the lifestyle we have become noted for.
If you wish to be considered for the community service position, please fill out the application here and designate your area of interest.
1. Personal Data
First Name*
Evan
Last Name*
Lyons
Home Address (Number and Street)*
Arbor Circle
City, State, Zip Code*
La Verne, California, 91750
Business Address (Number and Street) City, State, Zip Code Home or Cell Phone* Work Phone
Email Address*
Tri City Mental Health Authority Governing Board Online Application - Submission #1734 Date Submitted: 1/12/2026
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2. Work Experience
Describe your duties
Over the years, I have held several positions. Over the summers of 2016 and 2017, I worked as a Vacation Bible School (VBS) counselor at Glenkirk Church, where I engaged with children ranging from first to third grade. Many children at this age found it challenging to be away from their families for extended periods, which required my team and me to develop effective ways to support, reassure, and uplift them through thoughtful engagement that connected back to spiritual pursuit. From 2019 to 2023, I worked as a certified Cal South soccer referee, traveling to surrounding cities and working with youth from a wide range of communities. La Verne was one of the cities I was frequently assigned to, which provided valuable insight into the recreational life of many local families.
During part of this period, from 2022 to 2024, I also worked independently with residents on assisted living at Hillcrest, helping with daily tasks that were often physically demanding. From 2023 to the present, I have been employed at the La Verne Regal Edwards, assisting with retail operations and engaging regularly with a wide range of members of the local community.
3. Education and Training
Please comment on education and training as it may relate to your application for community service During high school, I was a member of the California Scholarship Federation (CSF), where I volunteered in service to a community that had given me so much. Throughout all four years, I was also involved in Student Government, culminating in my senior year as a member of the Associated Student Body (ASB). These early opportunities instilled in me the importance of civic engagement, community service, and shared governance. I would graduate near the top of my class, being awarded for maintaining a 4.0 GPA for all four years.
At the moment I am currently an undergraduate student at the University of La Verne, pursuing a degree in Political Science with the goal of deepening my involvement in various forms of governance. I am also minoring in History with a focus on the United States and am a member of the Honors Program. In addition, I serve as the current President of the Associated Students of the University of La Verne (ASULV), am an active member of the Model United Nations La Verne chapter, belong to the historical honors society Phi Alpha Theta, and am a member of the United Nations Association (UNA) Pomona Valley chapter. Together, these opportunities have deepened my understanding of the systems that shape our communities and how to engage with them thoughtfully, guided by historical perspective.
4. Additional Information
Use this space to provide additional information as required or to describe in greater detail any aspects of your experience or activities that are pertinent.
5. References
Name
Monique Nieblas
Phone Number
Email Address
Name
Adam Wong
Phone Numbe
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Email Address
Name
Juan Regalado
Phone Number
Email Address
6. Community Activities
List current activities and work back to when you first moved to La Verne. Include all special projects and positions you held in organizations, for example, President, Secretary, Treasurer, etc.
Name of Organization
ASULV (Associated Students of the University of La Verne) How long were you with this organization?
2023-present
Offices Held
President, Vice President, Ambassador
Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
During my involvement with ASULV, I have taken on a wide range of responsibilities across multiple leadership roles. I began as an Ambassador, where I focused on understanding student needs and helping organize initiatives that strengthened connections with the incoming first-year class. The following year, I advanced significantly within the organization and was elected Vice President as part of a unified ticket. In this role, I served on several committees, including those focused on supporting underserved populations. This work involved collaborating with existing clubs and campus offices to promote engagement through targeted events and programming. I also worked to improve amenities for the university’s substantial commuter population, which still continues to be of focus to this day. Additionally, I was responsible for gathering and incorporating feedback from incoming members of the organization to help shape well-scoped and responsive initiatives.
As President, I have continued to serve on numerous committees and task forces, with a focus on implementing policies and programs that benefit the undergraduate student body. This work has most notably taken the form of campus-wide offerings that directly impact all students. Throughout my tenure, I have collaborated with a broad range of stakeholders, including the University President, Provost, Board of Trustees, various Deans, particularly the Dean of Students, as well as faculty, staff, and students both within and outside of ASULV who sought to share their perspectives and engage more deeply in university governance. During my tenure, the involvement in the position I hold has increased dramatically around campus, which is an accomplishment I take great pride in. A firm connection is a great asset of any organization, which my team and I wish to better daily.
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Name of Organition
Model United Nations La Verne Chapter
How long were you with this organization?
2023-present
Offices Held
PR Chair
Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
Over the time I have spent in Model United Nations, I have witnessed the organization grow into a far more robust and capable body. With the generous support of our donors, we have been able to self-finance attendance at conferences in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, and beyond. As Public Relations Chair, my responsibilities have included promoting the organization and increasing its visibility in order to support our goal of maintaining a strong and sustainable program. This role has provided valuable opportunities to network with individuals interested in public service and governance while also helping to further establish La Verne as a city committed to high educational standards.
Name of Organization
Bonita Democratic Council (BDC)
How long were you with this organization?
2023-present
Offices Held
Vice President of Communications
Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
During my tenure on the Bonita Democratic Council, I have worked to expand the organization’s reach and engagement. One area we consistently faced challenges in was engaging younger voters. To address this, I implemented outreach strategies tailored to this demographic, resulting in more than doubling our engagement and follower base on various social media platforms. Our members have also benefited from unique opportunities, including open conversations with elected officials such as Congressman Cisneros, allowing us to better understand our representatives and our shared priorities.
7. Essay
What were the major reasons that caused you to move to La Verne? Having been raised in La Verne my entire life, I have always felt it to be my natural home. The city offers a small-town atmosphere while still providing a wide range of options for dining, entertainment, transportation, and other amenities. I value the sense of familiarity that comes from regularly recognizing people through my involvement in the community and my educational experiences. With such deep and lasting connections, it is difficult to imagine feeling the need to leave a city that has shaped me so profoundly.
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If you could change anything in the City, what would it be? While I appreciate the small-city atmosphere I have grown up with and come to value, one concern I share with many people my age is that much of the city closes relatively early, unless activities are centered around drinking. In the past, particularly when I was in middle school, there were discussions about creating a community center specifically for school-aged youth. I believe that establishing such a space, one that serves as a meaningful “third place” outside of home and work or school, would be a worthwhile goal for the city to pursue. Many young people want to spend time with friends, but often lack affordable, productive options for doing so. Providing a dedicated space for connection and shared activities could foster stronger relationships and help bring together the city’s younger population in a positive and inclusive way.
What can you contribute to and why are you interested in serving on the board, commission, or committee designated? As a fresh face in city governance, I believe I can contribute the perspective of a younger generation that is often more vulnerable to being left out of conversations that directly affect daily life. Throughout my time in school, I have served in a variety of roles on committees, commissions, and boards, each tasked with different initiatives that frequently intersect and influence one another. This opportunity extends that experience into the broader community, within a field that many people find difficult to discuss openly. My hope is that through my involvement, I can help even one member of our community who may be struggling with the often unspoken topic of mental health, which in many cases can otherwise lead to a downward spiral.
What is your availability to serve on a Committee?
Monday: 11:30am - 1:30am Tuesday: 4:00pm-5:00pm Wednesday:1:00pm-6:30pm Thursday:4:00pm-5:00pm Please include any additional documents that may bolster your application.
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Community Service Information
There are numerous citizens who volunteer to serve on boards, commissions, and committees, to advise the City Council on the many issues of concern in our community.
From time to time, members retire or leave their board, commissions, and committees, new members must be appointed. Also, new issues are raised and whole boards, commissions, and committees are formed to address the issues.
This is where you come in. As a citizen of La Verne, you are eligible to serve on any committee - your only qualifications are interest, motivation, desire, and of course, the time to serve. Your service will be voluntary and without pay. Some boards, commissions, and committees may have additional requirements, please review the details on the City website.
Appointment to a board, commission, or committee is done by the City Council, and your responsibility is to advise the City Council on those issues that fall within the responsibility of the board, commission, or committee that you are appointed to.
The City of La Verne is strong due to its citizens involvement. We encourage you to get involved and help in the furtherance of the lifestyle we have become noted for.
If you wish to be considered for the community service position, please fill out the application here and designate your area of interest.
1. Personal Data
First Name*
Trent
Last Name*
West
Home Address (Number and Street)*
Birdie Dr.
City, State, Zip Code*
La Verne, CA 91750
Business Address (Number and Street) City, State, Zip Code Home or Cell Phone* Work Phone
Email Address*
Tri City Mental Health Authority Governing Board Online Application - Submission #1729 Date Submitted: 1/8/2026
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2. Work Experience
Describe your duties
I work in a leadership capacity at a large software company. I am responsible for product strategy, sales support, and pricing, selling our SaaS products to US Federal Government hospitals. I have skills in contracts, negotiation, the ability to understand legal and policy language. I understand health privacy and security requirements. I routinely develop and communicate strategy with cross-organizational teams.
3. Education and Training
Please comment on education and training as it may relate to your application for community service My BA is in Psychology from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD).
4. Additional Information
Use this space to provide additional information as required or to describe in greater detail any aspects of your experience or activities that are pertinent.
I have cared and advocated for a loved one with mental illness that has given me the opportunity to experience Tri-City Mental Health services, as well as some psychiatric hospitals in Los Angeles County. This includes the full service partnership (FSP) program, therapy, and the Wellness Center. Prior to moving to La Verne four years ago, I cared and advocated for two teenagers in Sonoma County, both with mental health concerns. This includes navigating over two dozen psychiatric hospitalizations, four IEP programs, six different residential treatment placements, and countless visits with mental health providers and programs in three states over the last 14 years.
5. References
Name
Kyoni Cummings
Phone Number
Email Address
Name
Paulina Ale
Phone Number
Email Address
Name
Bernie Tamayo
Phone Number
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Email Address
6. Community Activities
List current activities and work back to when you first moved to La Verne. Include all special projects and positions you held in organizations, for example, President, Secretary, Treasurer, etc.
Name of Organization
Tri-City Mental Health
How long were you with this organization?
6 months (to present)
Offices Held
Volunteer, Together for Change
Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
Help Tri-City Mental Health to navigate the transition from the MHSA to the BHSA. Share perspective and insight. Advocate for organizational improvements to increase impact on individuals living with mental health issues in La Verne, Pomona, and Claremont.
Name of Organition How long were you with this organization? Offices Held
Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
Name of Organization How long were you with this organization? Offices Held
Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
7. Essay
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What were the major reasons that caused you to move to La Verne? I moved to La Verne to help my son succeed at Azusa Pacific University when he was accepted Into their Commercial Music program. Moving during COVID from Northern California was a challenge. We tried to find a community that would reflect our values and patriotism, mostly from on-line research. Our expectations have been exceeded and we have lived in La Verne now for over 4 years.
If you could change anything in the City, what would it be? I would like to see a newspaper that keeps us up to date on happenings.
What can you contribute to and why are you interested in serving on the board, commission, or committee designated? I can review policies, purpose statements, budgets, and compare them to laws. I can advocate for changes where warranted. I can work constructively for positive change that helps clients of Tri-City Mental Health as well as La Verne at large. I can help to trim waste and discover innovative programs that will merit exploration under BHSA. My passion is to help other families to minimize the suffering and experience hope despite the mental illness of loved ones.
What is your availability to serve on a Committee?
I am available to serve immediately, subject to a previous training commitment at NAMI that is scheduled from 1/21/26 through 3/11/26 on Wednesday nights from 6:30-9:00 p.m. I could attend board meetings in January and February for the first hour (5:00 to 6:00 p.m.), and regularly thereafter.
Please include any additional documents that may bolster your application.
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