2026-02-17 Council Agenda
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2026-02-17 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
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Closed Session at 5:30 PM
Regular Meeting at 6:30 PM
La Verne City Hall - Council Chambers,
3660 D Street, La Verne, CA 91750
In compliance with the American Disabilities Act, any person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation to participate in a meeting should contact the City Clerk’s Office at (909) 596-8726 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Regular Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month.
Individuals can email their comments to the City Clerk's Office at [email protected] up to noon on the day of the meeting. Those comments will be shared with City Council in advance of the City Council meeting and included as part of the permanent record. Please be advised that public comments submitted by 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 the 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 881 4715 5178 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
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) One (1) case: Alejandre v. City of La Verne, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 24PSCV02330.
The City Council will recess and reconvene at 6:30 PM for the regularly scheduled City Council meeting.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 6:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - MARINE CORPORAL DAVID COFFEY
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
La Verne Emergency Communications Team (LECT) Volunteer Recognition - Recognition of volunteers who have dedicated more than three decades of exceptional service to the La Verne Police Department.
Black History Month Proclamation - Every February, National Black History Month serves as both a celebration of the achievements of African Americans and a recognition of the central role they play in the nation's development.
Community Design Awards - The City of La Verne Community Design Awards (LVCDA) recognizes outstanding achievements in project development. It takes considerable effort to design a project, calling for cooperation between the applicants, owners, architects, contractors, and city staff for successful implementation. Realizing this, the City Council would like to award those projects that merit recognition for excellence in design and compliance with the General Plan policies to protect and promote La Verne’s unique character by encouraging distinctive development through architectural quality and people-oriented design.
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.) AGENDA City Council 2/17/2026 Page 3
1. City Council Minutes of the Closed Session & Regular meeting of February 2, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes.
2. Register of Audited Demands in the amount of $2,043,245.20, dated January 28, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approved the audited demands.
3. Irish-American Heritage Month Proclamation Request. Richard Bowen, La Verne resident, is requesting City Council approval to present a proclamation in March recognizing Irish-American Heritage Month. Irish-American Heritage Month is celebrated every March in the United States to honor the significant contributions of Irish immigrants and their descendants to American society, coinciding with St. Patrick's Day to recognize their cultural impact, from politics and arts to community building.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve presenting a proclamation for Irish-American Heritage Month at the March 2 City Council meeting.
4. Award of Contract to Fraijo Brothers Inc., in the amount of $266,206.00 for Amherst Treatment Plant Pre-Filter Replacement Project. This action will award a construction contract to Fraijo Brothers Inc., in the amount of $266,206.00 for the Amherst Treatment Plant Pre-Filter Replacement Project (CIP Project No. WT2502). The project was budgeted in Fiscal Year 2025- 26 at $318,000, using Water Capital Improvement Funds. The scope of the project includes the replacement of old treatment filters at the Amherst Treatment Plan with a newer filtering system.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Award a City Attorney approved to form public works construction contract to Fraijo Brothers Inc., the lowest, most responsible bidder, in the amount of $266,206.00 for the Amherst Treatment Plant Pre-Filter Replacement Project;
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to issue change orders not exceeding 10% of the construction budget for a total possible construction contract cost of $292,826.60; and
3. Authorize staff to issue a purchase order in the amount of $18,500 to CivilTEC, the City’s utility engineer, to provide construction management services during the project.
5. Metro A-Line (Formerly Gold Line) Transit Oriented Development Bridge, Grant of Easement from Los Angeles County Fairplex Association Acceptance. The proposed pedestrian bridge crossing over Arrow Highway providing connection between the La Verne A- Line Station and the Fairplex Campus will require easements for the portion of the facilities that land on the adjoining properties. Discussions with the Los Angeles County Fairplex Association have recently reached a conclusion, and they have offered a grant of easement for the project.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a resolution accepting the permanent easement from the Los Angeles County Fairplex Association for the purpose of the Transit Oriented Development Pedestrian Bridge Project.
6. Special Event Agreement for Car Shows. Agreement with Flying Deuces to promote and organize two car shows in Old Town La Verne in 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the draft agreement, in a form substantially as attached, and authorize a waiver of fees, along with the use of City personnel, equipment, and materials, for two car show events to be held in Old Town La Verne in Spring and Fall 2026.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
7. Resolution Renewing the La Verne Police Department's AB 481 Military Equipment Policy and reaffirming the provisions of Ordinance No. 1115. Adopt a Resolution renewing the La Verne Police Department's AB 481 Military Equipment Policy and reaffirming the provisions of Section 9.10.010 010 - Military Equipment Use Policy to the La Verne Municipal Code (Ord. No. 1115).
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the staff report and adopt a Resolution approving the continuance of the La Verne Police Department Policy 701 and affirming the provisions of Ordinance No. 1115 as required pursuant to AB 481.
8. Weed Abatement Protest Hearing. On February 2, 2026, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 26-05, accepting the Declaration List of Properties which has been found by inspections to have growing weeds or brush and /or rubbish. This item is the opportunity to hear protests from affected property owners.
Recommendation: That the City Council conduct a protest hearing, take appropriate action related to any protests, and following the protest hearing, direct the Los Angeles County Agricultural Commissioner/Director of Weights & Measures to abate the nuisance at declared properties.
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
9. Contract Award For The City of La Verne Fire Station No. 1 Living Quarters Gender Compliance Improvement Project. This action will award a construction contract to the Contractor with the lowest responsive bid submitted for the City of La Verne Fire Station No. 1 Living Quarters Gender Compliance Improvement Project. Bids were opened on January 6, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Reject the bid submitted by Oasis Design & Construction for failure to submit a completed and signed bid proposal form;
2. Reject the bid submitted by Co Brothers LLC, for failure to submit a completed bid due to missing information on the required Subcontractor List;
3. Award a construction contract for the subject project to First Trade LLC DBA YMC in the amount of $489,000;
4. Authorize staff to issue change orders not exceeding 10% of the construction budget for a total possible construction contract cost of $537,900;
5. Authorize staff to issue a purchase order for construction management and inspection up to the amount of $40,740 to RKA Consulting Group to manage the Construction Phase of the Project; and,
6. Appropriate $243,750 in funds to the project (CF2306) budget.
10. Fiscal Year 2025-26 Mid-Year Budget Review. The Finance Department is providing a financial update for the 2025-26 budget, originally approved on June 16, 2025, to reflect economic and operational changes since adoption. Updated estimates for the General Fund show a $390,000 revenue increase and $247,232 in additional expenditures, primarily due to building permit activity. Additional adjustments to other funds as well as details of the general AGENDA City Council 2/17/2026 Page 5
fund are outlined in the Budget Adjustment Listing.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 ADOPTED BUDGET TO ADJUST FOR MID-YEAR BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS," that incorporate the "Budget Adjustment Listing" as attached adjusting revenue and expenditure appropriations for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget.
11. Amended Employment Agreement with City Manager. Consideration of an Amended Employment Agreement for the City Manager following the City Council’s annual performance evaluation.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve an “AMENDED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT - CITY MANAGER,” providing the City Manager certain benefits based on a positive performance evaluation.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time set aside for anyone wishing to address the City Council on items not listed in any other place on the agenda and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. Under the provisions of the Brown Act, the legislative body is prohibited from talking or engaging in discussion on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. However, your concerns may be referred to staff or set for discussion later. Please email your public comment to the City Clerk's Office at [email protected]. Your public comment will be shared with the City Council and included as part of the permanent record. There is a 3-minute time limit on public comments.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND CONFERENCE/MEETING REPORTS
Each Council Member may address the Council and public on matters of general information and/or concern. This is also the time for Council Members to report on conferences and/or meetings they have attended per Assembly Bill 1234.
ADJOURNMENT
THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL IS SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2026, at 5:30 P.M.
Posting Statement: A true copy of this Agenda was posted on February 11, 2026, on the bulletin board at La Verne City Hall, 3660 D Street, La Verne, and on the City’s website at www.LaVerneCA.gov.
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RESIDENT INFORMATION
UPCOMING EVENTS AND MEETINGS
Wednesday, February 18 - State of the City, University of La Verne Abraham Campus Center, 2000 2nd St, La Verne, 8:00 am
Wednesday, February 18 - Senior Advisory Committee meeting, Community Center, 10:00 am
Wednesday, February 18 - Finance Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
Monday, March 2 - City Council meeting, City Hall, 5:30 pm Closed or Study Session, 6:30 pm Regular meeting
Tuesday, March 3 - Development Review Committee, City Hall, 9:00 am
Monday, March 9 - Senior Movie Matinee, Community Center, 12:30 pm
Wednesday, March 11 - Public Financing Authority (EIFD) meeting, City Hall, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Wednesday, March 11 - Planning Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
Saturday, March 14 - Heritage Spring Squeeze Vendor Faire, Heritage Park, 10:00 am
Monday, March 16 - City Council meeting, City Hall, 5:30 pm Closed or Study Session, 6:30 pm Regular meeting
Wednesday, March 18 - Senior Advisory Committee meeting, Community Center, 10:00 am
Table of Contents
City Council Agenda Packet, Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Agenda 1
Agenda Items
PRESENTATIONS
LV Emergency Communications Team Volunteer Recognition
Black History Month Proclamation
Community Design Awards
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Council Minutes of the February 2, 2026 Closed Session and Regular meeting 7
2. Register of Audited Demands 13
3. Irish American Heritage Month Proclamation Request 18
4. Award of Contract to Fraijo Brothers Inc., for the Amherst Treatment Plant Pre-Filter Replacement Project 20
5. Metro-A-Line (Formerly Gold Line) Transit Oriented Development Bridge, Grant of Easement from LA County Fairplex 25
6. Special Event Agreement for Car Shows 50
PUBLIC HEARINGS
7. RESO Renewing the LV Police Department's AF481 Military Equipment Policy, Reaffirming the Provision of ORD #1115 63
8. Weed Abatement Protest Hearing 118
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
9. Contract Award for LV Fire Station No. 1 Living Quarters Gender Compliance Improvement Project 144
10. Fiscal Year 2025-26 Mid-Year Budget Review 152
11. Amended Employment Agreement with City Manager 162
COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tim Hepburn, Mayor
Wendy Lau, Council Member
Steven Frank Johnson, Council Member
Rick Crosby, Council Member
Meshal "Kash" Kashifalghita, Mayor Pro Tem
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Closed Session at 5:30 PM
Regular Meeting at 6:30 PM
La Verne City Hall - Council Chambers,
3660 D Street, La Verne, CA 91750
In compliance with the American Disabilities Act, any person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation to participate in a meeting should contact the City Clerk’s Office at (909) 596-8726 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Regular Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month.
Individuals can email their comments to the City Clerk's Office at [email protected] up to noon on the day of the meeting. Those comments will be shared with City Council in advance of the City Council meeting and included as part of the permanent record. Please be advised that public comments submitted by 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 the 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 881 4715 5178 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
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) One (1) case: Alejandre v. City of La Verne, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 24PSCV02330.
The City Council will recess and reconvene at 6:30 PM for the regularly scheduled City Council meeting.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 6:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - MARINE CORPORAL DAVID COFFEY
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
La Verne Emergency Communications Team (LECT) Volunteer Recognition - Recognition of volunteers who have dedicated more than three decades of exceptional service to the La Verne Police Department.
Black History Month Proclamation - Every February, National Black History Month serves as both a celebration of the achievements of African Americans and a recognition of the central role they play in the nation's development.
Community Design Awards - The City of La Verne Community Design Awards (LVCDA) recognizes outstanding achievements in project development. It takes considerable effort to design a project, calling for cooperation between the applicants, owners, architects, contractors, and city staff for successful implementation. Realizing this, the City Council would like to award those projects that merit recognition for excellence in design and compliance with the General Plan policies to protect and promote La Verne’s unique character by encouraging distinctive development through architectural quality and people-oriented design.
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.)
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1. City Council Minutes of the Closed Session & Regular meeting of February 2, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes.
2. Register of Audited Demands in the amount of $2,043,245.20, dated January 28, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approved the audited demands.
3. Irish-American Heritage Month Proclamation Request. Richard Bowen, La Verne resident, is requesting City Council approval to present a proclamation in March recognizing Irish-American Heritage Month. Irish-American Heritage Month is celebrated every March in the United States to honor the significant contributions of Irish immigrants and their descendants to American society, coinciding with St. Patrick's Day to recognize their cultural impact, from politics and arts to community building.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve presenting a proclamation for Irish-American Heritage Month at the March 2 City Council meeting.
4. Award of Contract to Fraijo Brothers Inc., in the amount of $266,206.00 for Amherst Treatment Plant Pre-Filter Replacement Project. This action will award a construction contract to Fraijo Brothers Inc., in the amount of $266,206.00 for the Amherst Treatment Plant Pre-Filter Replacement Project (CIP Project No. WT2502). The project was budgeted in Fiscal Year 2025- 26 at $318,000, using Water Capital Improvement Funds. The scope of the project includes the replacement of old treatment filters at the Amherst Treatment Plan with a newer filtering system.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Award a City Attorney approved to form public works construction contract to Fraijo Brothers Inc., the lowest, most responsible bidder, in the amount of $266,206.00 for the Amherst Treatment Plant Pre-Filter Replacement Project;
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to issue change orders not exceeding 10% of the construction budget for a total possible construction contract cost of $292,826.60; and
3. Authorize staff to issue a purchase order in the amount of $18,500 to CivilTEC, the City’s utility engineer, to provide construction management services during the project.
5. Metro A-Line (Formerly Gold Line) Transit Oriented Development Bridge, Grant of Easement from Los Angeles County Fairplex Association Acceptance. The proposed pedestrian bridge crossing over Arrow Highway providing connection between the La Verne A- Line Station and the Fairplex Campus will require easements for the portion of the facilities that land on the adjoining properties. Discussions with the Los Angeles County Fairplex Association have recently reached a conclusion, and they have offered a grant of easement for the project.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a resolution accepting the permanent easement from the Los Angeles County Fairplex Association for the purpose of the Transit Oriented Development Pedestrian Bridge Project.
6. Special Event Agreement for Car Shows. Agreement with Flying Deuces to promote and organize two car shows in Old Town La Verne in 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the draft agreement, in a form substantially as attached, and authorize a waiver of fees, along with the use of City personnel, equipment, and materials, for two car show events to be held in Old Town La Verne in Spring and Fall 2026.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
7. Resolution Renewing the La Verne Police Department's AB 481 Military Equipment Policy and reaffirming the provisions of Ordinance No. 1115. Adopt a Resolution renewing the La Verne Police Department's AB 481 Military Equipment Policy and reaffirming the provisions of Section 9.10.010 010 - Military Equipment Use Policy to the La Verne Municipal Code (Ord. No. 1115).
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the staff report and adopt a Resolution approving the continuance of the La Verne Police Department Policy 701 and affirming the provisions of Ordinance No. 1115 as required pursuant to AB 481.
8. Weed Abatement Protest Hearing. On February 2, 2026, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 26-05, accepting the Declaration List of Properties which has been found by inspections to have growing weeds or brush and /or rubbish. This item is the opportunity to hear protests from affected property owners.
Recommendation: That the City Council conduct a protest hearing, take appropriate action related to any protests, and following the protest hearing, direct the Los Angeles County Agricultural Commissioner/Director of Weights & Measures to abate the nuisance at declared properties.
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
9. Contract Award For The City of La Verne Fire Station No. 1 Living Quarters Gender Compliance Improvement Project. This action will award a construction contract to the Contractor with the lowest responsive bid submitted for the City of La Verne Fire Station No. 1 Living Quarters Gender Compliance Improvement Project. Bids were opened on January 6, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Reject the bid submitted by Oasis Design & Construction for failure to submit a completed and signed bid proposal form;
2. Reject the bid submitted by Co Brothers LLC, for failure to submit a completed bid due to missing information on the required Subcontractor List;
3. Award a construction contract for the subject project to First Trade LLC DBA YMC in the amount of $489,000;
4. Authorize staff to issue change orders not exceeding 10% of the construction budget for a total possible construction contract cost of $537,900;
5. Authorize staff to issue a purchase order for construction management and inspection up to the amount of $40,740 to RKA Consulting Group to manage the Construction Phase of the Project; and,
6. Appropriate $243,750 in funds to the project (CF2306) budget.
10. Fiscal Year 2025-26 Mid-Year Budget Review. The Finance Department is providing a financial update for the 2025-26 budget, originally approved on June 16, 2025, to reflect economic and operational changes since adoption. Updated estimates for the General Fund show a $390,000 revenue increase and $247,232 in additional expenditures, primarily due to building permit activity. Additional adjustments to other funds as well as details of the general
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fund are outlined in the Budget Adjustment Listing.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 ADOPTED BUDGET TO ADJUST FOR MID-YEAR BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS," that incorporate the "Budget Adjustment Listing" as attached adjusting revenue and expenditure appropriations for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget.
11. Amended Employment Agreement with City Manager. Consideration of an Amended Employment Agreement for the City Manager following the City Council’s annual performance evaluation.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve an “AMENDED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT - CITY MANAGER,” providing the City Manager certain benefits based on a positive performance evaluation.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time set aside for anyone wishing to address the City Council on items not listed in any other place on the agenda and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. Under the provisions of the Brown Act, the legislative body is prohibited from talking or engaging in discussion on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. However, your concerns may be referred to staff or set for discussion later. Please email your public comment to the City Clerk's Office at [email protected]. Your public comment will be shared with the City Council and included as part of the permanent record. There is a 3-minute time limit on public comments.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND CONFERENCE/MEETING REPORTS
Each Council Member may address the Council and public on matters of general information and/or concern. This is also the time for Council Members to report on conferences and/or meetings they have attended per Assembly Bill 1234.
ADJOURNMENT
THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL IS SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2026, at 5:30 P.M.
Posting Statement: A true copy of this Agenda was posted on February 11, 2026, on the bulletin board at La Verne City Hall, 3660 D Street, La Verne, and on the City’s website at www.LaVerneCA.gov.
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RESIDENT INFORMATION
UPCOMING EVENTS AND MEETINGS
Wednesday, February 18 - State of the City, University of La Verne Abraham Campus Center, 2000 2nd St, La Verne, 8:00 am
Wednesday, February 18 - Senior Advisory Committee meeting, Community Center, 10:00 am
Wednesday, February 18 - Finance Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
Monday, March 2 - City Council meeting, City Hall, 5:30 pm Closed or Study Session, 6:30 pm Regular meeting
Tuesday, March 3 - Development Review Committee, City Hall, 9:00 am
Monday, March 9 - Senior Movie Matinee, Community Center, 12:30 pm
Wednesday, March 11 - Public Financing Authority (EIFD) meeting, City Hall, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Wednesday, March 11 - Planning Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
Saturday, March 14 - Heritage Spring Squeeze Vendor Faire, Heritage Park, 10:00 am
Monday, March 16 - City Council meeting, City Hall, 5:30 pm Closed or Study Session, 6:30 pm Regular meeting
Wednesday, March 18 - Senior Advisory Committee meeting, Community Center, 10:00 am
MINUTES OF THE CLOSED SESSION & REGULAR
MEETING OF FEBRUARY 2, 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 Manager Ranells, and Assistant City Attorney Ivy Tsai (arrived via Zoom late).
CLOSED SESSION TOPIC(S)
City Manager Domer 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 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
Mayor Hepburn called for Public Comment: There was none.
The City Council recessed at 5:33 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 6:36 PM.
Agenda Packet - Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Minutes City Council 2/2/2026 Page 2
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - DANIELLE LEWIS, ARMY SERGEANT (E-5)
Mayor Pro Tem Kashifalghita, on behalf of the City Council, presented Danielle with a Pride of La Verne certificate
ROLL CALL Council Member Steven F. Johnson, Council Member Wendy Lau, Council Member Rick Crosby, Mayor Pro Tem Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, and Mayor Tim Hepburn.
Council Members Present: Crosby, Johnson, Lau, Kashifalghita, and Hepburn.
Council Members Absent: None
Advisory Staff Present: City Manager Domer, Assistant City Attorney Tsai via Zoom link, and Assistant City Manager Ranells.
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
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
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Support Staff: Kaitlyn Patterson Josh Davis
City Council presented each player with a Pride of La Verne certificate and an In-N-Out gift card.
Jasmine Cheng from Senator Rubio’s office presented the Team with a certificate.
Fire Chief Swearing In - City Council will conduct the ceremonial oath of office for Fire Chief Coatney.
Chief Coatney was sworn in by Assistant City Manager Ranells and presented with a certificate from Adriana Perez, the Representative from Assemblymember Harabedian’s office as well as a certificate from Senator Rubio’s office presented by Jasmine Cheng.
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: Adrian Romero LV Library Manager
Staff Announcements: City Manager Domer
Council Announcements received from: Mayor Hepburn
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, Council Member Johnson recused himself from Consent Calendar item #5, due to a conflict of interest as a property on the list is next door to his business.
It was then moved by Crosby, seconded by Lau to approve Consent Calendar items 1, 2, 3, 4 & 6 these items were approved by a vote of 5-0. Item #5 was approved 4-0, with Council Member Johnson recusing himself due to a conflict of interest.
1. City Council Minutes of the Closed Session & Regular meeting of January 20, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes. Approved
2. City Council Special Meeting Minutes of December 16, 2025.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes of the special meeting. Approved
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. Approved
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
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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. Approved
5. Declaration of Intention to Provide Weed Abatement on Specific Properties. 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. Approved by a 4-0 vote, Johnson abstained.
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). Approved
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.
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City Manager Domer 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: Richard Bowen.
Council gave direction to continue working with Verizon and Crown Castle to increase the amount of small cell wireless facilities and extend a fiber run up into 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 as La Verne's Tri-City Mental Health Authority Governing Board representative.
City Manager Domer reported on this item.
Council Discussion/Comments: Council congratulated Mr. West on his appointment.
Public Comments: None
It was moved by Lau, seconded by Johnson, and approved 5-0 to appoint resident Trent West to the Tri-City Mental Health Authority Governing Board.
Newly appointed Tri-City Board Member Trent West stated he was pleased to accept the nomination to serve, with the goal of helping bring hope to families dealing with mental illness in their families.
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: None
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 Crosby thanked Lupe’s family for attending and expressed his condolences from the bottom of his heart on the passing of this wonderful lady and reminded everyone of the upcoming Sweethearts Dance for those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
Council Member Johnson also recognized Lupe as a favorite of his family, an important person who will be missed, and spoke on the volunteer firefighter program of which his grandfather was the first paid Fire Chief in the City.
Council Member Lau reminded everyone of the National Girls and Women in Sports Day, which ULV is hosting, also the Strategic Planning Session is on Saturday, February 7th at 9:00 am, also the State of the City is on February 18th at the University of La Verne, the ULV Scholarship Gala is on May 2nd and will be honoring the Women’s Volleyball team. Lupe will be very much missed, she was the person who swore her in on the Planning Commission, and assisted as she ran for the City Council, condolences and sympathy to her family, she will be missed.
Mayor Pro Tem Kashifalghita commented on upcoming graduations and the future leaders, some taking the path of military service, some taking the path of learning a trade as long as you’re moving forward that’s all that matters. Lupe was probably one of the sweetest people in the City, she swore Kash in and she kept him out of trouble, she was a wonderful person. Just a spark of life, always happy, always friendly who loved her family.
Mayor Hepburn remembers Lupe as always being kind, with a happy smile, always friendly and always a spark, she will truly be missed, truly an amazing person.
ADJOURNMENT- meeting adjourned at 7:57 PM in honor of long-time city employee Lupe Gaeta Estrella who passed away on January 18, 2026.
Respectfully submitted,
Debra Fritz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk
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CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS
1/28/2026
FY 202s-2026
DEMANDS PRESENTED HAVE BEEN APPROVED CONSISTENT Vr']TH THE CITY'S PURCHASNG/FIJNDING POLICY AND HAVE BEEN REVIEWED BY THE DIRECTOR FOR ACCURACY AND PROPER APPROVAL.
SUMMARY OF DEMANDS
LARGEST 1O CITY DEMAND PAYMENTS OTHER THAN PAYROLL AND RELATED BENEFITS.
AMOUNT ISSUED TO
1. 7
1 4
5. 6.
7. 8.
9. 10.
228,563.53
193"032.29
38,703. l s
2l,r15.77
I 9,303. I 6
17 ,941.63
16.852.33
t5,743.6s
I 5,28 1.93
14,195.00
232,693.61
HPS WEST, INC.
STRATEGIC CONTRACTING SERVICES
JONES MAYER
GREENSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES INC
WITTMAN ENTERPRISES LLC
RKA CONSULTING GROUP
ROGER BASS
BLYTHBURN ENTERPzuSES
LIBERTY COASTAL LLC
BRIGHTVIEW LANDSCAPE SERVICES, NC.
OTHERDEMANDS
DFq'RTPTINN '
AMR/AMI METER PURC}IASES PO # 37873
PAYROLL 0 l /04 12026't O 0t I t7 t2026 (L.A. CLEAR)
OCTOBERNOVEMBER 2025 LEGAL SERVICES VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS JANUARY 2026 MAINTENANCE VARIOUS LOCATIONS
OCTOBER/DECEMBER 2025 COLLECTIONS CHARGES
NOVEMBER 2025 SERVICE VARIOUS PROJECTS
JANUARY 2026 CONSULTING SERVICE (L.A. CLEAR)
JANUARY 2026 CONSULTING SERVICE (L.A. CLEAR)
JANUARY 2026 CONSULTTNG SERVICE (L.A. CLEAR)
CLEAR AND CLEANUP PLATEAU WATER SUMMIT PIPELNE
$ 813,426.05
DEMANDS OF $5,353.64 WERE PAID ON BEHALF OF LA IMPACT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCE OPERATIONS.
DEMANDS OF 51.224,465,51 WERE PAID FOR PAYROLL AND EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RELATED ITEMS.
IN ACCORDANCE WITH C'OVERNMENT CODE SECT]ON 37202, I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A TRUE AND ACCURATE REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS,
CHRISTY LOPEZ
FINANCE DIRECTOR
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CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS . EXHIBIT A
CHECK NO. AMOUNT
FY 202s-2026
112812026
t7602s
176026
176027
176028
176029
I 76030
I 7603 I
176032
176033
176034
176035
176036
176037
I 76038
176039
176040
17604t
176042
t76043
176044
17604s
176046
176047
176048
176049
l 76050
I 7605 I
176052
176053
176054
1 76055
176056
176057
l 76058
176059
176060
t76061
176062
176063
176064
176065
176066
176067
t76069
176070
t7 607 t
176072
176073
176074
176075
176076
176077
176078
176079
I 76080
I 7608 I
176082
I 76083
I,500.00
500.00
1,950.00
7,7s8.49
1,371.96
14,195.00
2,439.50
433.80
331.00
200.00
11,s63.77
500.00
2,698.83
500.00
12.51 14.1I
100.00
707.08
992.16
697.43
4,1t8.22
1,375.00
37.50 ss0.6l
82.50 500.00
2,480.00
244.59
228,s63.53
4,193.07
58s.06
2,972.32
253.05
222.9s
2t6.tr
247.95
50.00 3,52s.00
7,152.39
720.00
720.21
3,004.86
2,819.00
767.26
2,529.t2
2,t66.87
I1,004.57
220.88
500.00
400.00
233.64
2,197.30
561.7 s
5 17.08
37.50 1,074.06
50.00 l3,00
STEVEN ALCARAZ
ALEX ALAMO
ALLOY WELDWORKS
ATKINSON,ANDELSON,LOYA,RUUD & ROMO
JOHN BREAUX
BRIGHTVIEW LANDSCAPE SERVICES, INC.
CARL BRUBAKER
CALIF. BUILDING STANDARDS COMM.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
CALPERS
CENTRAL SUPPLY INTERNATIONAL
CERT
CHANDLER, ALAN
RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PATROL
CSC
CVS
DENNIS SANDOVAL
DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION
ERICK EISEN
FACTORY MOTOR PARTS
COLLEEN FLORES
FORTEL TRAFFIC, INC.
FRONT LINE SALES INC.
ELIZABETH GARCIA
GINA T.INTERIORS INC.
GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSN.
GREATER LOS ANGELES SCOUTING
HOLLIDAY ROCK CO.
HPS WEST,INC.
RADFORD INGELS
YWCA SAN GABRIEL VALLEY
LEONARD KILMAN
KYOCERA DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS WEST LLC
LA VERNE CAR WASH
LA VERNE POLICE DEPARTMENT
LAKESHORE LEARNING MATERIALS
LARSON FAMILY TRUST
JOHN LEWIS
LOS ANGELES COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS
LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
MALLORY SAFETY AND SUPPLY LLC
GARY MASON
MCLAY SERVICES INC
JOHN ORTEGA
PACIFIC PRODUCTS AND SERVICES,LLC
SCOTT PICKWITH
Q PRESS
GABzuEL RIVERA
RUBY ACDAN
SAN GABzuEL VALLEY POLICE CHIEF'S
SEQUOIA FINANCIAL SERVICES
DARRYL L. SEUBE
SIERRA PACIFIC ELEC. CONTRACTING
SO CAL INDUSTRIES
SOLUTIONS INS. & FINANCIAL
SPRAGUES',INC.
SPROUTS FARMERS MARKET
STARTEKHOLDING LLC
ISSUED TO
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CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS . EXHIBIT A
CHECK NO. AMOL]NT
FY 2025-2026
112812026
ISSUED TO
176084
I 76085
I 76086
176087
I 76088
I 76089
I 76090
17609t
176092
176093
t76094
t76095
176096
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
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
TOTAL
53.75 172.64
3,078.04
230.1 5
35.1 I
3,284.04
100.00
r 2,000.00
217.94
1,262.53
384.00
2s5.32
3,270.34
193.s0
r 15.00
402.87
529.61
280.00
119.80
2,648.04
2,468.74
709.54
21,t15.77
1,624.99
793.s0
1,754.60
1,214.40
491.20
3 8,703. I 5
8,836.39
2,0t9.75
176.78
2,836.43
8,901.25
803.89
257.14
17 ,941.63
17.45 2,813.56
4,030.37
785.00
178.12
3,034.20
I 1,547.s0
2,720.00
10,607.74
19,303.16
1t,204.16
15,743.65
7,000.00
10,166.67
8,937.50
15,28t.93
5,5 16.00
16,852,33
193,032.29
STATER BROS. MARKET #48
STOTZ EQUIPMENT
TENNIS ANYONE INC.
THE HABIT RESTAURANTS, LLC
THE JOINT CORP.
MICHAEL THOMPSON
TONI BUCKNER
TRI-CITY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
TURF STAR,INC.
VERIZON WIRELESS
KENNYVILLASENOR
WHITE CAP, L.P.
MIKE WIGGINS
A. UPLAND FIRE PROTECTION
ALL PURPOSE DOCUMENT DESTRUCTION
ALL STAR FIRE EQUIPMENT TNC
BACA, MARK
BEE REMOVERS
CARDEN, ROBIN
CASTANON, DAVID
COYLE, KEVIN
GRAINGER
GREENSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES INC
GREENWAY, KEVIN
GREGORY A MILES
HAAKER EQUIPMENT CO.
HACH COMPANY
INTERSTATE BATTERY INLAND VALLEY
JONES MAYER
KTU&A
L.N. CURTIS AND SONS
LA VERNE POWER EQUIPMENT, INC.
LIFE-ASSIST, INC,
LSA ASSOCIATES,INC
MAINTEX
MC CALL'S METERS,INC
RKA CONSULTING GROUP
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS CO
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA NEWS GROUP
SOUTHLAND MECHANICAL INC
SPRAGUE PEST CONTROL
TRILOGY MEDWASTE WEST LLC
VETTI, MIKE
WATERTALENT LLC
WEST COAST ARBOzuSTS
WESTERN WATER WORKS
WITTMAN ENTERPzuSES LLC
BLUE ROCK ORNORTH IDAHO, LLC
BLYTHBURN ENTERPRISES
CASTILLO CRIMINAL INTELLIGENCE CONS
CORDRAY ENTERPRISES LLC
DEROIAN VENTURES LLC
LIBERTY COASTAL LLC
MARLYN PACHECO LLC
ROGER BASS
STRATEGIC CONTRACTING SERVICES
813,426.05
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CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A
NO. AMOI-INT
t224,46rs1
FY 2025-2026
U28t2026
ISSUED TO
Total Payroll and Employee Benefit Payments
Total LAIMPACT Demands
Total Demands
5,353.64
2,043,245.20
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CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A
CHECKNO. AMOUNT
FY 2025-2026
12812026
ISSUED TO
Payroll and Employee Benefit
176101
176102
r76103
EFT
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
BANK DRAWN
EFT
EFT
EFT
EFT
Total
588.00
150.00
|9.67
4.00 740,542.89
I 8 1,3 80.48
62,405.88
57 t.46
191,882.66
25,413.88
8,077.93
2,388.91
3,39s.60
2,456.38
3,837.77
1,250,00
1,224,465.51
CITY OF LAVERNE EMPLOYEE FUND
FIDELITY INVESTMENTS #P0754
HEATHER REYES
TNITED WAY CAMPAIGN
PAYROLL
T'NITED STATES TREASURY
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
STATE DISBURSEMENT BDOOO5689
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
EMPOWER TRUST COMPANY, LLC-457
EMPOWER TRUST COMPANY, LLC-ROTH
EMPOWER TRUST COMPANY, LLC.4OIA
LA VERNE POLICE FIRE ASSOCIATION'
LA VERNE POLICE OFFICERS ASSOC.
CHARLES SCHWAB BANK
MISSION SQUARE
Benefits
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 supporVgamishments 40lA plan
4578 plan
Roth plan
Replacement Social Security plan
Employee Group Dues
BANK OF AMERICA
BPS TACTICAL,INC.
FLEXTG, LLC
TOTAL NETWORK SOLUTIONS
5,353.64 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 ofCalifornia
Mass Mutual A
Mass Mutual B
Mass Mutual Roth
Lincoln National
Fire/Police/La Verne Employee Fund
LAIMPACT Law Enforcement Task Force Demands
176097
I 76098
176099
176100
EFT
Total
t,104.26
767.98
88.40 3,393.00
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.
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: February 17, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Andrea Blockinger, Administrative Analyst
SUBJECT: IRISH-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH PROCLAMATION REQUEST.
SUMMARY
Richard Bowen, La Verne resident, is requesting City Council approval to present a proclamation in March recognizing Irish-American Heritage Month. Irish-American Heritage Month is celebrated every March in the United States to honor the significant contributions of Irish immigrants and their descendants to American society, coinciding with St. Patrick's Day to recognize their cultural impact, from politics and arts to community building.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council approve presenting a proclamation for Irish-American Heritage Month at the March 2 City Council meeting.
DISCUSSION
Irish American Heritage Month is recognized to honor the resilience, perseverance, and lasting contributions of Irish Americans, who overcame hardship to help shape the nation’s culture, economy, and democratic institutions. The observance celebrates Irish Americans’ enduring commitment to family, public service, and entrepreneurship, and recognizes the profound impact they continue to have on communities and the national identity.
Per the City's Proclamation and Certificate of Recognition, proclamations that are not issued on an annual basis must first be approved by the City Council on the consent calendar before being formally presented at a subsequent meeting. If approved, the proclamation would be presented during the March 2 City Council meeting.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
This report has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney.
ATTACHMENTS
None
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: February 17, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Danny Wu, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: AWARD OF CONTRACT TO FRAIJO BROTHERS INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $266,206.00 FOR AMHERST TREATMENT PLANT PRE-FILTER
REPLACEMENT PROJECT.
SUMMARY
This action will award a construction contract to Fraijo Brothers Inc., in the amount of $266,206.00 for the Amherst Treatment Plant Pre-Filter Replacement (CIP Project No.
WT2502). The total project budget appropriation in the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget is $318,000, and is funded out of the Water Capital Improvement Fund (Fund 507), an enterprise account.
This CIP project is an example of how water rate revenues, collected by the City, are reinvested into the City's water infrastructure.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council:
1. Award a City Attorney approved to form public works construction contract to Fraijo Brothers Inc., the lowest, most responsible bidder, in the amount of $266,206.00 for the Amherst Treatment Plant Pre-Filter Replacement Project;
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to issue change orders not exceeding 10% of the construction budget for a total possible construction contract cost of $292,826.60; and
3. Authorize staff to issue a purchase order in the amount of $18,500 to CivilTEC, the City’s utility engineer, to provide construction management services during the project.
DISCUSSION
The Amherst Treatment Plant Pre-Filter Replacement Project (CIP Project No. WT2502) consists of the installation of two sets of advanced filter cartridges instead of one at the City's current water treatment plant to allow for continuous operation by enabling one set to remain in service while the other is cleaned, replaced, or inspected, eliminating downtime and supply interruptions. This arrangement provides redundancy, improving reliability and reducing the risk of untreated water reaching consumers if a filter becomes clogged or fails. It also supports planned maintenance, extends cartridge life by sharing the filtration load, and helps maintain stable water quality by allowing timely changeover before performance degrades. In addition, dual-filter sets offer operational flexibility during high-demand periods or sudden changes in raw water quality, protect downstream equipment, reduce emergency maintenance costs, and help meet regulatory and safety requirements.
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Award of Contract to Fraijo Brothers Inc., in the amount of $266,206.00 for Amherst Treatment Plant Pre-Filter Replacement Project., Page 2
Bid Process
The Public Works Department issued a Notice Inviting Bids for this project on November 6th, 2025, which closed on December 19th, 2025. A mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on November 20th, 2025, to brief the potential bidders on job details and to allow for bidders to walk the site and review the scope of work prior to bidding. A total of seven (7) bid proposals were received and opened via the electronic platform “Planet Bids” after the deadline. Below is a summary of the bid results:
Bidder Total Base Bid
Fraijo Brothers, Inc. $266,206.00
Eclipse Construction, Inc. $272,200.00
Vicon Enterprise, Inc. $323,500.00
Pyramid Building, Inc. $339,795.00
RC Foster Corp. $363,000.00
RE Chaffee, Inc. $382,000.00
Metro Builders &
Engineers
$514,601.00
The engineer’s estimate for this project was $329,500. The lowest base bid price was the basis for determining the lowest bid for this project. No additive bid items were included. As noted in the bid summary table above, the bids ranged from $266,206 to $514,601. Staff evaluated the bid of the apparent low bidder and found Fraijo Brothers, Inc. to be the lowest, most responsible and responsive bid of the seven received. The company meets the required contractor's licensing and is not listed on the Federal Exclusion list for projects of this type. Staff have also verified the Contractor's Department of Industrial Relations registration as active at the time bids were opened. . In addition to the construction contract cost of $266,206, staff is requesting authority to issue change orders up to 10% of the construction contract value, and to issue a separate purchase order in the amount of $18,500 to CivilTEC (the City’s utility engineer), to provide construction management support services during construction:
Construction Contract $266,206.00 10% Construction Contingency $26,620.60 Construction Management (CivilTEC) $18,500.00
Total Construction Budget: $311,326.60
FISCAL ANALYSIS
There is no impact to the General Fund. Funding for this project is available in CIP Project No.
WT2502 (Amherst Treatment Plant Pre-Filter Replacement Project), approved as part of the FY 2025-26 annual budget with a total project appropriations of $318,000 based on earlier estimations. Funds were allocated from the Water Capital Improvement Fund (Fund 507), an enterprise account.
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Award of Contract to Fraijo Brothers Inc., in the amount of $266,206.00 for Amherst Treatment Plant Pre-Filter Replacement Project., Page 3
This expenditure is consistent with the FY 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program and aligns with the City's recently approved water and sewer rate study's long-term asset reinvestment plan.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
This project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, Section 15301, Existing Facilities, and City of La Verne environmental guidelines.
LEGAL REVIEW
The award will use a City Attorney approved to form Public Works Construction Contract.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Project Bid Summary
Report Prepared By: Coordinated With:
Raymond Apodaca, Acting Utilities Manager Kristie Sanchez, Senior Management Analyst
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BID SUMMARY
Date
2/5/2026
Time
10:00 AM
PROJECT TITLE:
Amherst Treatment Plant Pre-Filter Replacement
Owner
City Of La Verne
LOCATION 2898 Amherst Ave
Engineer's Estimate
Fraijo Brothers Inc. Eclipse Construction Services Vicon Enterprises 1580 W. San Bernardino Rd.
Suite B
Covina CA 91722
5401 Woodmere Dr.
Bakersfield CA 93313
3574 E. Enterprise Dr.
Anaheim CA 92807
ITEM
NO. DESCRIPTION
ESTIMATED
QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE
ESTIMATED AMOUNT
UNIT PRICE AMOUNT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT
1 Furnish all labor, material and equipment
as required to provide mobilization &
demobilization including bonds and
insurance and clean up 1
LS
$ 25.000.00 $ 25.000.00 $ 12,150.00 $ 12,150.00 $ 27,000.00 $ 27,000.00 $ 16,150.00 $ 16,150.00 2 Pressure test/disinfect and start up
1 LS
$ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 8,500.00 $ 8,500.00 $ 3,500.00 $ 3,500.00 $ 6,500.00 $ 6,500.00 3 Furnish all labor, material and equipment
as required to provide the installation of a
30” cartridge filter 700H series (Filtrex)
2 LS
$ 75,000.00 $150,000.00 $ 42,563.00 $ 85,126.00 $ 40,000.00 $ 80,000.00 $ 33,000.00 $ 66,000.00 4 Furnish all labor, material and equipment
as required to provide the installation of 12”
CS pipe CML and painted, bends, fitting,
steel flanged adapters, steel pipe supports
1 LS
$ 65,200.00 $ 65,200.00 $ 67,400.00 $ 67,400.00 $ 118,000.00 $ 118,000.00 $ 55,500.00 $ 55,500.00 5 Furnish all labor, material and equipment
as required to provide the installation of 12”
CS pipe CML and painted, excavation,
bedding, backfill, compaction, concrete
thrust blocks, concrete floor repair
1 LS
$ 36,800.00 $ 36,800.00 $ 44,275.00 $ 44,275.00 $ 16,500.00 $ 16,500.00 $ 153,650.00 $ 153,650.00 6 Furnish all labor, material and equipment
as required to provide the installation of 8”
butterfly valves
4 EA
$ 8,500.00 $ 34,000.00 $ 6,500.00 $ 26,000.00 $ 4,700.00 $ 18,800.00 $ 5,550.00 $ 22,200.00 7 Furnish all labor, material and equipment
as required to provide the installation of 2”
ARV, corp stop (for sampling), (2) pressure
transmitter
1 LS
$ 8,500.00 $ 8,500.00 $22,755.00 $ 22,755.00 $ 8,400.00 $ 8,400.00 $ 3,500.00 $ 3,500.00 8 9
12 $329,500.00
$266,206.00
$272,200.00
$323.500.00
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BID SUMMARY
Date
2/05/2026
Time
10:00 AM
PROJECT TITLE:
Amherst Treatment Plant Pre-Filter Replacement
OWNER
City of La Verne
LOCATION
2898 Amherst Ave
Engineer's Estimate
Pyramid Building R C Foster R E Chaffey Construction Metro Builders 10975 G Avenue
Hesperia CA 92345
264 Corporate T errace
Corona CA 92879
6025 Park Drive
PO Box 3087
Wrightwood CA 92397
2610 Avon St.
Newport Beach CA 92663
ITEM
NO. DESCRIPTION
ESTIMATED
QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE
ESTIMATED
AMOUNT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 1 Furnish all labor, material and equipment as
required to provide mobilization &
demobilization including bonds and insurance
and clean up 1
LS
$ 25.000.00 $ 25.000.00 $ 16,675.00 $ 16,675.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 62,275.00 $ 62,275.00 2 Pressure test/disinfect and start up
1 LS
$ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 29,000.00 $ 29,000.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 11,000.00 $ 11,000.00 $ 39,762.00 $ 39,762.00 3 Furnish all labor, material and equipment as
required to provide the installation of a 30”
cartridge filter 700H series (Filtrex)
2 LS
$ 75,000.00
$ 150,000.00 $ 49,740.00 $ 99,480.00 $ 66,000.00 $ 132,000.00 $ 112,500.00 $225,000.00 $ 82,480.00 $ 164,960.00 4 Furnish all labor, material and equipment as
required to provide the installation of 12” CS
pipe CML and painted, bends, fitting, steel
flanged adapters, steel pipe supports
1 LS
$ 65,200.00 $ 65,200.00 $ 122,000.00 $ 122,000.00 $ 123,000.00 $ 123,000.00 $ 48,000.00 $ 48,000.00 $ 145,372.00 $ 145,372.00 5 Furnish all labor, material and equipment as
required to provide the installation of 12” CS
pipe CML and painted, excavation, bedding,
backfill, compaction, concrete thrust blocks,
concrete floor repair
1 LS
$ 36,800.00 $ 36,800.00 $ 45,000.00 $ 45,000.00 $ 70,000.00 $ 70,000.00 $ 54,000.00 $ 54,000.00 $ 75,435.00 $ 75,435.00 6 Furnish all labor, material and equipment as
required to provide the installation of 8”
butterfly valves
4 EA
$ 8,500.00 $ 34,000.00 $ 4,410.00 $ 17,640.00 $ 4,500.00 $ 18,000.00 $ 4,500.00 $ 18,000.00 $5305.25.00 $ 21,221.00 7 Furnish all labor, material and equipment as
required to provide the installation of 2” ARV,
corp stop (for sampling), (2) pressure
transmitter
1 LS
$ 8,500.00 $ 8,500.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 8,000.00 $ 8,000.00 $ 6,000.00 $ 6,000.00 $ 5,576.00 $ 5,576.00 10 11
$329,500.00
$339,795.00
$363,000.00
$382,000.00
$ 514,601.00
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: February 17, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Cody Howing, City Engineer
SUBJECT: METRO A-LINE (FORMERLY GOLD LINE) TRANSIT ORIENTED
DEVELOPMENT BRIDGE, GRANT OF EASEMENT FROM LOS ANGELES
COUNTY FAIRPLEX ASSOCIATION ACCEPTANCE.
SUMMARY
The proposed pedestrian bridge crossing over Arrow Highway providing a connection between the La Verne A-Line Station and the Fairplex Campus will require easements for the portion of the facilities that land on the adjoining properties. Discussions with the Los Angeles County Fairplex Association have recently reached a conclusion, and they have offered a grant of easement for the project.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council adopt a resolution accepting the permanent easement from the Los Angeles County Fairplex Association for the purpose of the Transit Oriented Development Pedestrian Bridge Project.
DISCUSSION
The pedestrian bridge project that will provide a connection between the Metro A-Line (Gold Line) Station is planned to enter the construction bidding phase in the coming weeks. Part of the process involving executing the project easements is coming to a close. With this easement for the bridge portions located on the Fairplex property, City staff are also anticipating the final easement to be offered by the Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority soon as well. The process to design and negotiate this easement has been ongoing for several years, during which coordination with the adjoining properties that the bridge will touch have been involved.
This included meetings with agency stakeholders at the earliest stage of the design process. This has helped to ensure that features of the bridge concept align with the needs of each site it provides a connection to.
Ongoing coordination efforts throughout the pedestrian bridge design process have facilitated the integration of the bridge landing and structural supports with each adjoining property owners’ site. Final easement boundaries and the related terms for operations and maintenance have been established as a result of these efforts.
This final easement is to the benefit of the City of La Verne. The San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) is the project lead agency for the construction of the bridge project. At the conclusion of the project the SGVCOG will turn ownership of the bridge to the City of La Verne. Given that the final state of the bridge will be under City of La Verne ownership, acceptance of the easement by the City of La Verne is consistent with the ultimate
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condition for ownership and maintenance responsibility of the facility.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
This action will not result in any expenditure of funds.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The project has been determined to fall within a statutory exemption under SB 288, Section (PRC) 21080.25(b)(1).
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution - Easement Acceptance Fairplex Ped Bridge
2. Final Grant of Easement Fairplex Pedestrian Bridge
Coordinated with:
Danny Wu, Director of Public Works
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Resolution No. 26-XX
RESOLUTION 26-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT ON LOT 1
OF TRACT NO. 7098 FOR PURPOSES ASSOCIATED WITH THE
TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE
WHEREAS, the City of La Verne is a municipal corporation duly organized and existing pursuant to the Constitution and laws of the State of California (“City”); and
WHEREAS, the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (“SGVCOG”) and the City of La Verne have secured funding and intend to construct the Transit Oriented Development Pedestrian Bridge connecting the A-Line light rail station to the Los Angeles County Fairplex; and
WHEREAS, both the City and SGVCOG have entered into an agreement designating roles and responsibilities for the project; and
WHEREAS, the agreement establishes the City would assist in acquiring the necessary right-of-way to allow the construction and operation of the project; and
WHEREAS, the Los Angeles County Fair Association has been engaged in the project design development and easement agreement features; and
WHEREAS, the Los Angeles County Fair Association have submitted the executed easement dedication documents to the City for formal acceptance; and
WHEREAS, a notice of exemption has been filed with the State of California identifying that the Transit Oriented Development Pedestrian Bridge project has been determined to fall within a statutory exemption under SB 288, Section (PRC) 21080.25(b)(1); and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AND ORDERED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of La Verne, as follows:
SECTION 1. The City Council does hereby approve and accept the dedication to the City of La Verne of an easement described in the Grant of Easement with Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, legally described in Exhibit B and depicted in Exhibit C for purposes of a pedestrian bridge.
SECTION 2. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this resolution.
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Resolution No. 26-XX
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of FEBRUARY, 2026.
______________________________
Tim Hepburn, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz CMC, Deputy City Clerk
I, Debra Fritz CMC, Deputy City Clerk of the City of La Verne, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that Resolution No. 26-xx was duly passed and adopted by the said City Council at a regular meeting of the said Council held on the 17th day of February 2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
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RECORDING REQUESTED BY AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
Attention:
(Space Above Line For Recorder’s Use Only)
GRANT OF EASEMENT
WITH COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, AND RESTRICTIONS
THIS GRANT OF EASEMENT WITH COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, AND
RESTRICTIONS (“this Easement Agreement” or “this Agreement”) is made and entered into as of ______________________, 2026 b y and between Los Angeles County Fair Association (“Grantor” or “LACFA”) and the City of La Verne (“La Verne” or “Grantee”), with reference to the following facts:
WHEREAS, Grantor is a non-profit California public benefit corporation and the owner of land and air space over the real property commonly known as “The Fairplex at Pomona” addressed as 1101 W. McKinley Avenue, in the City of Pomona, California (“Fairplex”), a portion of which is located in the City of La Verne (“Grantor’s Property”), as more particularly described in Exhibit “A,” attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein; and
WHEREAS, Grantee is a California municipal corporation and the owner of certain public right of way and air space known as Arrow Highway, depicted on Tract No. 7098 recorded in the Los Angeles County Recorder’s Office, along with the description of Parcel 30-5 recorded as Instrument No. 2544 in said Recorders Office, located adjacent to the Grantor’s Property on the north side of the Fairplex and extending generally easterly and westerly therefrom, in La Verne, California (“Grantee’s Property”); and WHEREAS, the parties have obtained approval to construct a pedestrian bridge (the “Pedestrian Bridge”) to be built partially on the Grantor’s Property, over and across the public right of way and air space owned by Grantee , including the La Verne Metroline Station, as part of the Foothill Extension Project of the Metro A Line; and WHEREAS, Grantee, in association with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments ( “SGVCOG”), its successors, assigns or designees, desires to, at its sole expense, design, construct, install and maintain the Pedestrian Bridge on a portion of Grantor’s Property and airspace thereover (a portion of Tract No. 7098 Lot 1 , as more particularly described in Exhibit “B”; and
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WHEREAS, the parties acknowledge that this Easement Agreement is required for the successful completion, operation, use, and maintenance of the Pedestrian Bridge and to satisfy conditions necessary to finalize project funding; and WHEREAS, the Parties contemplate that Grantor may grant temporary construction easement(s) to facilitate construction of the Pedestrian Bridge, which temporary rights shall be separate from and independent of the permanent easement granted herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, Grantor and Grantee covenant and agree as follows:
1. Grant of Easement. For good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, Grantor hereby grants to Grantee, its successors, assigns, designees, and the public, and subject to the covenants, conditions, and restrictions described in this Easement Agreement:
A. A permanent easement , on, over , and across that portion of Grantor’s Property more particularly described in Exhibit “B” (the “Easement Property”), for the purposes described in Section 2 of this Easement Agreement. The Easement Property, consisting of the portion of land on which the footprint of the Pedestrian Bridge will be located on the Grantor’s Property, and the Perimeter Area (defined below), is depicted in Exhibit “C” and Exhibit “D.” The permanent easement shall be exclusive to Grantee solely within the portion of the Easement Property occupied by the footprint of the Pedestrian Bridge. The easement shall be non-exclusive for the Perimeter Area.
B. Within the Easement Property, there is to be a paved area extending approximately twenty (20) feet beyond the physical structure of the Pedestrian Bridge, as more precisely depicted on Exhibit “D”, which will be used primarily for ingress and egress and repair and maintenance purposes (the “Perimeter Area”). Grantor reserves to itself all other uses in the Perimeter Area, so long as such uses do not materially and adversely interfere with Grantee’s ability to repair and maintain the bridge or ingress and e gress thereto by intended users. Grantee agrees to provide to Grantor reasonable written notice no less than five (5) business days in advance of scheduled maintenance of the Pedestrian Bridge using the Perimeter Area. Grantee also agrees to provide to Grantor such verbal notice as may be feasible to conduct inspections, cleaning, repair, etc., determined by the Director of Public Works as being immediately necessary, provided that Grantee will provide Grantor written notice within twenty-four (24) hours following such immediately necessary maintenance.
C. In addition to the permanent exclusive easement over the footprint of the Pedestrian Bridge, and the permanent non-exclusive easement over the Perimeter Area (together, the “Mapped Easement” as shown in Exhibit “C”), Grantor grants to Grantee a permanent, non- exclusive access, ingress and egress easement (“Maintenance Access Easement”) over the Grantor’s Property described in Exhibit “A”, to and from the Easement Property shown in Exhibit “C”, in a
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configuration to be as agreed upon by the parties in the future. The purpose of the Maintenance Access Easement shall be limited to (i) inspection, maintenance, repair, and replacement of the Pedestrian Bridge and improvements located over the Easement Property, and (ii) emergency vehicle access reasonably necessary responding to a bona fide emergency occurring on or immediately adjacent to the Pedestrian Bridge or the Easement Property, but only where such access is not otherwise reasonably available from the public right -of-way.
The Maintenance Access Easement shall be subject to the following conditions:
i. Location and Routes . Access shall be limited to routes, corridors, staging areas, and access points reasonably designated by Grantor from time to time, which may utilize existing or future roadways, service drives, or hardscape areas on Grantor’s Property. No fixed corridor is granted by this Section. The precise location and alignment of access routes will be discussed and documented in the future by mutual written agreement, but the absence of a mapped corridor shall not expand or retract from Grantee’s r ights beyond those expressly granted herein.
ii. No Public Access. This easement does not grant public access and shall be exercised only by Grantee, its contractors, agents, service personnel, and emergency responders as expressly permitted herein.
iii. Notice. Grantee shall provide reasonable advance notice to Grantor prior to exercising maintenance access, except in the event of an emergency affecting public safety.
iv. Non-Interference. Exercise of this easement shall not unreasonably interfere with Grantor or its assigns’ operations, events, security protocols, development activities, circulation, or use of its Property.
v. Relocation; Future Development Integration. Grantor may relocate, reconfigure, or modify access routes at any time to accommodate Grantor’s present or future development, land use planning, circulation design, roadway improvements, security requirements, or operational and event needs. Grantor’s Property is expected to undergo future development, and Grantor may adjust the
Maintenance Access Easement as necessary so that access routes remain compatible with the evolving roadway network, site circulation, and developm ent layout, provided Grantor supplies a reasonably comparable alternate access route.
vi. No Prescriptive or Expanded Rights. This easement shall not create a permanent corridor, prescriptive right, exclusive use area, fire lane, public safety corridor, or general access route across Grantor’s Property, and no rights shall be acquired by Grantee through usage
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beyond those expressly granted herein.
vii. No Staging or Storage . This easement shall not permit storage, staging, parking, laydown areas, or installation of improvements outside the Easement Property without separate written consent of Grantor.
viii. Subordination to Grantor’s Use. The Maintenance Access Easement shall be subordinate to Grantor’s present and future development, site planning, security requirements, and operational needs.
D. Should the Pedestrian Bridge not be substantially completed by June 30, 2030, or such extended date as may be agreed to by the parties, then Grantee shall cause a quitclaim or release of easement to be recorded with the Los Angeles County Recorder to release any and all easements created hereby, within 30 days of said date.
E. Following termination of any temporary construction easement(s) separately granted by Grantor to Grantee, all rights and obligations of the parties shall thereafter be governed exclusively by this Easement Agreement.
F. The Mapped Easement granted herein is subject to the following reservations:
i. Grantor reserves sole right of approval on any surface materials used to hardscape the Perimeter Area, provided, however, that Grantor must furnish specifications of pavement materials no less than 90 days prior to the date the project enters the bidding phase.
Grantee shall provide Grantor with 90 days’ notice of when solicitation of bids will begin.
ii. Grantor reserves the right to place temporary, non -permanent structures such as kiosks, booths, carts, and similar items within the Perimeter Area only during times when it is not needed for maintenance of the Pedestrian Bridge, provided that any such temporary items shall not interfere with the public’s access to and from the Pedestrian Bridge for transportation purposes. No features shall be anchored or affixed to the pavement without prior written approval from the Public Works Department Director. Nothi ng herein shall be deemed to provide public access to any areas of Grantor’s remaining property. Grantor reserves the right to make the most beneficial use of the Perimeter Area to the extent that Grantor’s such use will not interfere with the use and mai ntenance of the Pedestrian Bridge as and for multi-modal transportation to and from the Metroline A station. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement, any damage to the Perimeter Area caused by Grantor’s use under this reservation shall be repaired at
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the cost and expense of Grantor, but only in proportion to the degree of fault attributable to Grantor , its agents, employees, assignees, lessees, licensees, or guests.
iii. Grantor reserves the right to utilize the Pedestrian Bridge for signage and visual projection (including colored lights), provided that no such signage or visual projection shall be made upon any portion of the Pedestrian Bridge that is outside of the Easement Property area, subject to all applicable laws and regulations, includin g but not limited to the City of La Verne municipal code and CalTrans regulations. No such signage nor visual projections shall include obscene materials, or materials advocating in connection with a political issue or campaign of any kind, nor shall such visual projections convey any kind of religious message, whether for or against any particular denomination. Grantor and Grantee agree to cooperate in good faith with respect to the review, approval, and implementation of any additional uses of the Pedestrian Bridge, including but not limited to signage.
iv. Grantor and Grantee agree to enter into good faith negotiations to establish a mutual stormwater retention plan with a single basin that may be located within the Easement Property. There may be a Low Impact Development system installed by Grantor into which stormwater from the Pedestrian Bridge may flow. Grantor agrees to permit the conveyance of stormwater flows from the Pedestrian Bridge across the easement area.
v. The parties shall amend this Easement Agreement to reflect any exercise of the reservations described in Sections 1.F.iii.
2. Purpose of Mapped Easement. The Mapped Easement as granted herein is for the operation, use, maintenance and repair of the Pedestrian Bridge and related improvements, public ingress and egress thereon and thereto for multi-modal public traffic (i.e., pedestrians, bicycles, electric bikes and scooters, and other similar uses, but with automobile ingress and egress being limited to the Perimeter Easement Area), right-of-way purposes, and necessary purposes incidental thereto. The Mapped Easement granted herein shall be an easement appurtenant to Grantee’s Property known as Arrow Highway. Grantor and Grantee acknowledge and agree that the point of access for ingress and egress to and from the Pedestrian Bridge and Easement Property from the north is located on Grantee’s Property, and Grantor acknowledges that Grantee, its successors, assigns and designees shall have and retain exclusive control over the right to construct, maintain, operate and use the Pedestrian Bridge, subject to (a) Grantor’s right to allow public use of ingress, egress and access to the Pedestrian Bridge for multi-modal pedestrian use for its guests and invitees, as granted herein, (b) to the reasonable rights of La Verne to periodically limit such egress, ingress and access as may be necessary for safety purposes and for maintenance of the Pedestrian Bridge; and (c) Grantor’s retained right for emergency and
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other vehicle access on that portion of the Grantor’s Property beneath the Pedestrian Bridge.
3. No Public Dedication. Nothing contained in this Easement Agreement shall be deemed to be a gift or dedication of any portion of Grantor’s Property to or for the general public, nor shall anything contained herein create or be deemed to create or constitute a public dedicatio n of Grantor’s Property or the Easements described herein.
Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to limit or waive Grantor’s right to enforce its property rights, including the right to treat any unpermitted entry upon the Grantor’s Property or use beyond the scope discussed herein, as a trespass and to pursue all remedies available at law or in equity in connection therewith. The Grantor’s Property, including the Easement Property, shall not be considered or deemed to be a public forum for public expression, speech, or assembly. Grantor expressly reserves the right to regulate and restrict access, use, and activities within the Easement Property consistent with this Agreement.
4. Condition, Use, and Maintenance of Easement Property.
A. As-Is Condition. Grantee has inspected the Easement Property and accepts it in its “As -Is” condition. Grantor makes no representations or warranties whatsoever under this Easement Agreement or otherwise with respect to the physical condition of the Easement Property or the suitability of the Easement Property for the Easement granted and uses permitted pursuant to this Easement Agreement.
B. Repair and Maintenance. Grantee shall repair and maintain the Easement Property, together with any improvements constructed or installed thereon by Grantee or associated with Grantee’s use of the Easement Property, and shall keep the Easement Property and all Grantee’s improvements thereon in a safe and well -maintained condition. The operation, repair and maintenance of the Easement Property and such improvements shall be at Grantee’s sole cost and expense. Grantor shall provide notice of not less than thirty (30) days to Grantee of any condition which requires maintenance or repair of which Grantor or its agents become aware.
C. Compliance with Laws. At all times, Grantee’s use of and activities within the Easement Property shall comply, at Grantee’s sole cost and expense, with all applicable laws, statutes, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, orders, and applicable judicial decisions or decrees, as presently existing and as may be enacted or amended, including but not limited to all applicable regulatory, environmental and safety requirements, of any federal, state, county, city, local, or other governmental or quasi-governmental authority, entity or body (or any department, agency or other instrumentality thereof),
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exercising jurisdiction over the Easement Property, and to property and persons located in, on, or above the Easement Property.
D. No Interference with Use. Grantee shall not interfere with Grantor’s use of, and operation and activities in or upon, Grantor’s Property outside of the Easement Property. Grantee’s use of the Easement granted herein shall at all times comply with such routes and procedures as Grantor may require and Grantee shall take all necessary action to minimize any damage or inconvenience to Grantor caused by or associated with Grantee’s use, operation, and activities on the Easement Property, including within the Perimeter Area. Grantor shall not interfere with Grantee’s use, operation and activities upon the Easement Property or the adjacent public right of way.
E. No Hazardous Substances . Grantee shall not use, deposit, release, or permit the use, deposit, or release of any Hazardous Substances in, on, or under the Easement Property or otherwise on the Grantor Property. For purposes of this Easement Agreement, “Hazardous Substances” means any material or substance (i) defined as a “hazardous waste,” “extremely hazardous waste” or “restricted hazardous waste” under Sections 25115, 25117 or 25122.7, or listed pursuant to Section 25140 of the California Health and Safety Code, Division 20, Chapter 6.5 (Hazardous Waste Control law); (ii) defined as a “hazardous substance” under Section 26316 of the California Health and Safety Code, Division 20, Chapter 6.8 (Carpenter-Presley-Tanner Hazardous Substance Account Act); (iii) defined as a “hazardous material,” “hazardous substance” or “hazardous waste” under Section 25501 of the California Health and Safety Code, Division 20, Chapter 6.95, “Hazardous Substance” under Section 25281 of the California Health and Safety Code, Division 20, Chapter 6.7 (Underground Storage of Hazardous Substances); (iv) petroleum; (v) asbestos; (vi) polychlorinated biphenyls; (vii) listed under Article 9 or defined as “hazardous” or “extremely hazardous” pursuant to Article 11 of Title 22 of the California Code, Division 1, Chapter 20; (viii) designated as a “hazardous substance” pursuant to Section 311 of the Clean Water Act, 33 U.S.C. § 1251, et seq. (33 U.S.C. § 1321) or listed pursuant to Section 307 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C. § 6903); (ix) defined as a “hazardous substance” pursuant to Section 101 of the Comprehensive Environmental Response,
Compensation, and Liability Act, 42 U.S.C. § 9601, et seq. (42 U.S.C. § 9602); (x) defined as a “hazardous waste” pursuant to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. 42 U.S.C. § 6901, et seq. (42 U.S.C. § 6901); (xi) designated as a “hazardous substance” pursuant to the Toxic Substance Control Act (15 U.S.C. § 2601, et
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seq.); or (xii) per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
F. Perpetual Easement. The Mapped Easement granted herein shall be perpetual and shall run with the land as to Grantor’s Property and Grantee’s Property.
5. Consideration. Grantor’s right to allow public use of ingress, egress and access to the Pedestrian Bridge to and from its property shall constitute full consideration for the grant of the permanent easement.
6. Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions. Grantee has an ongoing duty to safeguard, protect, and defend the public health, safety, and welfare. In acknowledgement of that duty, the Mapped Easement granted herein is subject to the following covenants, conditions, and restrictions, which are to run with the land and shall be binding on all parties and all persons claiming under them. Grantee covenants as follows:
A. Bridge Maintenance.
i. Grantee shall keep the Pedestrian Bridge and related landscaping, and other improvements (the “Bridge Improvements ”) in good order, condition and repair and shall not commit waste or permit impairment, or deterioration of the Bridge Improvements. Costs of maintenance and repairs shall be borne solely by Grantee, its successors, assigns or designees.
ii. Grantee shall maintain the Bridge Improvements in a visually attractive and structurally sound condition.
iii. Grantee agrees to maintain the Bridge Improvements so they shall not interfere with or impede access to Grantor’s remaining property.
B.
Property Taxes; Charges; Liens. Grantee shall be solely responsible for the payment of all taxes, assessments, and other charges, fines, and impositions which may be attributable to this Easement Agreement, when due, and shall make all such payments directly to the appropriate taxing authority or payee; provided, however, that any taxable interest created by Grantor’s use of the Pedestrian Bridge for visual projection(s) or for any use made by Grantor or its assigns of the Perimeter Area shall be paid by and be the sole responsibility of Grantor.
C. Demolition of Bridge Improvements. Grantee shall not demolish any part of the Bridge Improvements unless Grantee has first provided ninety (90) days’ written notice to Grantor, except in the case of an emergency. Should the Pedestrian Bridge be substantially destroyed or permanently demolished without intent to replace it with a similar structure, or if Grantee or its designee does not reasonably commence and diligently pursue such redesign, obtaining entitlements and funding as may be necessary to repair or
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replace the Pedestrian Bridge, with construction or reconstruction to commence within a reasonable time of completing any required redesign, entitlements and funding, this Easement Agreement shall be terminable by Grantor and Grantee shall cause to be executed and recorded a quitclaim or release of easement with the Los Angeles County Recorder within 30 days of termination. Upon the earlier to occur of termination of the easement granted in this Easement Agreement or destruction or demolition of the Bridge Improvements, Grantee shall, without undue delay and at no expense to Grantor, remove the Bridge Improvements and restore the surface of the Easement Property and Perimeter Easement area, to the extent practicable, to substantially the same condition in wh ich it existed prior to the construction of the Bridge Improvements, except as Grantor and Grantee may otherwise agree in writing.
D. Insurance. Grantee shall procure and maintain comprehensive liability insurance (which may be satisfied in whole or in part by legally authorized self - insurance) protecting the Grantor from occurrences as to bodily injury/wrongful death liability and property damage liability arising from the design, construction, installation, operation and maintenance of the Bridge Improvements. The specific insurance obligations of Grantee, its successors, assigns or designees, with respect to this Mapped Easement are:
i. General Liability. La Verne shall maintain in full force and effect a policy of commercial general liability insurance (ISO occurrence form CG0001) or lawful self -insurance with limits no less than the following: two million dollars ($ 2,000,000) per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. If a general aggregate limit is used, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to this agreement, or the general aggregate limit shall be twice the required occurrence limit.
ii. Worker’s Compensation and Employer’s Liability Insurance . La Verne shall fully comply with the law of California concerning worker’s compensation. Said compliance shall include, but not be limited to, maintaining in full force and effect one or more policies of insurance or self-insurance insuring against any liability La Verne may have for worker’s compensation. La Verne shall also maintain in full force and effect a policy of employer’s liability insurance with limits no less than the following: one million dollars ($1,000,000) each accident; one million dollars ($1,000,000) policy limit bodily injury by disease; one million dollars ($1,000,000) each employee bodily injury by disease.
iii. The general liability policy shall contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following provisions:
a. LACFA, its officers, employees and volunteers shall be added as insureds with respect to liability arising out of work or operations performed by or on behalf of the La
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Verne including materials, parts or equipment furnished in connection with such work or operations. Coverage shall not extend to any indemnity coverage for the active
negligence of the additional insured in any case where an agreement to indemnify the additional insured would be
invalid under subdivision (b) of section 2782 of the Civil Code.
b. For any claims related to work or operations performed by or on behalf of La Verne, La Verne’s insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as respects LACFA, its officers, employees, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by LACFA, its officers, employees, or
volunteers shall be excess of La Verne’s insurance and shall not contribute with it.
c. The policies maintained in compliance with this Section 6.
D shall not be canceled by the insurer unless thirty (30) days prior written notice of cancellation has been provided to LACFA.
iv. The insurance company or companies providing the coverages which are not self -insured by La Verne required by this Easement Agreement shall be admitted in the State of California. Grantee shall maintain insurance or self-insurance as provided in this Section 6.D throughout the term of this Easement Agreement.
v. The insurance, or substitute form of security, shall be maintained from the time the work first commences and at all times while the structure is in place on or over the Easement Property.
vi. The insurance coverage required by this section shall be continuous and uninterrupted. La Verne shall have an ongoing obligation to promptly provide LACFA with notice of any change in insurance carrier or coverage.
E. Proof of Insurance. Grantee will deliver to Grantor proof of insurance and additional insured endorsement naming Grantor as named additional insured prior to the expiration of the temporary construction easement(s). If La Verne fails to obtain or maintain, or cause to be obtained and maintained, any insurance required by this Agreement, LACFA shall have the right to purchase the insurance and La Verne shall promptly reimburse the full cost of such insurance to LACFA. If La Verne fails to reimburse LACFA for insurance, the amount of unpaid reimbursement shall bear interest, at the maximum rate permissible under the law, until paid.
F. Indemnity and Hold Harmless. Grantee shall indemnify, protect, and defend Grantor and its officers, officials, employees and volunteers and hold them harmless
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from any and all claims, damages, losses and liability, including any and all costs incurred by Grantor in defending such claims, including investigator’s, witness’s, and attorney’s fees and court costs, arising out of or related to the maintenance, operation, and use of the Grantee’s Property, the Pedestrian Bridge, or the public’s ingress and egress to the Pedestrian Bridge and Perimeter Area , except to the extent caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the Grantor, its agents, employees, contractors or tenants.
Grantor shall indemnify, protect, and defend Grantee and its officers, officials, employees and volunteers and hold them harmless from any and all claims, damages, losses and liability arising out of the use of the Grantor’s Property and the Easement Prope rty or the public’s ingress, egress and access to the Pedestrian Bridge caused in whole or in part by any negligent act or omission of Grantor, any subcontractor, or anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of them, except to the extent caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the Grantee and for any and all costs incurred by Grantee in defending such claims, including investigator's, witnesses', and attorney's fees and court costs.
7. Default. If either Grantee or Grantor fails to perform any obligation under this Easement Agreement and such failure continues for thirty (30) days after written notice from the other Party (or, if not reasonably curable within such period, if the defaulting Party fails to promptly commence and diligently pursue cure), the non -defaulting Party may exercise any remedies available at law or in equity, including specific performance, injunctive relief, recovery of damages and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees).
8. Attorney’s Fees. If the services of any attorney are required by any party upon the breach or default of another party, or if any judicial remedy or arbitration is necessary to enforce or interpret any provisions of this Easement Agreement or the rights and duties of any person in relation to this Easement Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorneys' fees, costs and other expenses, in addition to any other relief to which such party may be entitled. Any award of damages following judicial remedy or arbitration as a result of the breach of this Easement Agreement or any of its provisions shall include an award of prejudgment interest from the date of the breach at the maximum rate of interest allowed by law.
9. Non-discrimination. The parties to this Easement Agreement shall, pursuant to Section 21.7(a) of Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, comply with all elements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This requirement under Title VI and the Code of Federal Regulations is to complete the USDOT - Non-Discrimination Assurance requiring compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 49 C.F.R.
Parts 21 and 28 C.F.R. Section 50.3.
Further, no person in the United States shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity that is the subject of this Easement Agreement.
10. No Joint Venture or Third Party Beneficiary . This Easement Agreement
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and any and all actions taken by Grantor and Grantee at any time hereunder, shall not create any partnership, joint venture or agency relationship between Grantor and Grantee. This Easement Agreement is solely for the benefit of Grantor, Grantee, and their respective successors, assigns and designees, and no third party shall have any benefits, rights or remedies hereunder or thereunder.
11. Recordation. This Easement Agreement shall be recorded with the County Recorder of the County of Los Angeles, State of California.
12. Severability. If any provision of this Easement Agreement or the application of such provision to any circumstance is declared unconstitutional or otherwise invalid by the lawful judgment of any court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of this Agreement or the application of the provision to other circumstances, shall not be affected thereby.
13. Choice of Law . This Easement Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted under the laws of the State of California. In the event of any conflict between Federal law and State or local law, Federal law shall control.
14. Entire agreement; amendment. This Easement Agreement constitutes the entire integrated understanding of the parties only with respect to the permanent easement described herein. This Easement Agreement may not be amended in any manner other than in writing signed by both parties, inc luding for the contemplated Maintenance Access Easement.
15. Notices. All notices to be given under this Easement Agreement shall be in writing and mailed postage prepaid by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, or delivered by a nationally recognized overnight courier service (such as FedEx , UPS, USPS), or by personal delivery to the address indicated below or at other places designated by Grantor or Grantee in a written notice given to the other. Notices shall be deemed served four (4) days after the date of mailing or upon personal delivery.
Grantor: Grantee:
Los Angeles County Fair Association City of La Verne
1101 W. Mckinley Avenue 3660 D Street
Pomona, Ca 91768 La Verne, CA 91750
Attn: Attn: City Manager
16. Agreement binding on successors. This Easement Agreement shall be binding upon all the heirs, successors, and assigns of either party, and shall be a covenant running with the land and an equitable servitude upon the parcel or parcels of real property described herein. Upon the sale of the fee interest of Grantor’s Property, Grantor shall no longer have any obligations or responsibilities pursuant to this Agreement, but all such obligations and responsibilities will devolve on Grantor’s successor(s) in interest.
17. Construction. The title and headings of the Sections in this Easement
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Agreement are intended solely for reference and do not modify, explain, or construe any provision of this Easement Agreement. All references to sections and recitals shall, unless otherwise stated, refer to the Sections and Recitals of this Agreement. The parties hereto agree that the rule of contract construction that ambiguities are to be construed against the drafter shall not apply to this Easement Agreement and that this Easement Agreement shall be interpreted as though prepared by both parties.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Grantor and Grantee have executed this Easement Agreement dated as of, and effective as of, the date first written above.
GRANTOR:
LOS ANGELES COUNTY FAIR ASSOCIATION
By:
(Signature)
(Type Name)
(Type Title)
By:
(Signature)
(Type Name)
(Type Title)
GRANTEE:
CITY OF LA VERNE
By:
TIM HEPBURN
MAYOR, CITY OF LA VERNE
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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EXHIBIT “A”
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF GRANTOR’S PROPERTY
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EXHIBIT “B”
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF EASEMENT PROPERTY
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EXHIBIT “C”
DEPICTION OF EASEMENT PROPERTY
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EXHIBIT “D”
DEPICTION OF FOOTPRINT OF PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE AND PERIMETER AREA
Bridge Footprint:
Perimeter Area:
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: February 17, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Ken Domer, City Manager
SUBJECT: SPECIAL EVENT AGREEMENT FOR CAR SHOWS.
SUMMARY
In order to continue the two car shows in Old Town La Verne, the City has prepared a draft agreement with Flying Deuces, who has promoted and operated the car shows for the last 8 years, for the upcoming events in 2026. The events will occur similar to past events with a subsidy of $2,000 for each event being paid from the Old Town La Verne Business Improvement District's reserve funds.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council approve the draft agreement, in a form substantially as attached, and authorize a waiver of fees, along with the use of City personnel, equipment, and materials, for two car show events to be held in Old Town La Verne in Spring and Fall 2026.
DISCUSSION
The City has had an agreement with Flying Deuces to promote and organize two car shows in Old Town La Verne over the last 7 plus years. The last event, Cruisin La Verne Holiday Car Show, was held without an agreement and was sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce instead of the Old Town La Verne Business Improvement District or Association.
The promoter (Flying Deuces) has requested that a new agreement be entered for the 2026 car shows. Staff has prepared a draft agreement with some modifications from previous agreements, specifically requiring the promoter to provide financial data after each event and allowing for the City to recoup costs through sponsorships for the events.
As with past events, the Old Town La Verne Business Improvement District will contribute $2,000 for each event from the District's reserve funds and the City will provide staffing for the event and setup for the required street closures, including the use of City equipment and materials. For the last event in November, the City tracked the amount of staff time that was used before and during the event, which was roughly $3,200. This cost covers Police and Fire staff time, Public Works staff, and deployment of traffic control barriers to ensure a safe event for those in attendance.
The final terms and conditions as presented in this draft agreement may be modified based on ongoing discussions with the promoter to the satisfaction of the City Manager and continued discussion with potential sponsors.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
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The agreement will result in a contribution of $2,000 from the Old Town La Verne Business Improvement Districts funds (or by an Event Sponser should one be identified) for each of the two events. The agreement also waives permit and licensing fees and provides for the use of City staff, equipment, and materials at no cost to the promoter. City costs can be offset with City-initiated sponsorships as well.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved the Draft Agreement as to form and this report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Draft Car Shows Agreement 2026
Report Prepared By:
Eric Scherer, AICP, Community Development
Director
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SPECIAL EVENT AGREEMENT
LA VERNE CAR SHOW EVENTS
This SPECIAL EVENT AGREEMENT ("Agreement") for the promotion and operation of car shows is made and entered effective the 19th day of February 2026 ("Effective Date"), by and between CITY OF LA VERNE, a municipal corporation ("CITY") and FLYING DEUCES, a sole proprietorship ("PROMOTER").
RECITALS
A. CITY desires to obtain professional promoter and management services for the LA VERNE COOL CRUISE car show, to be held on the Saturday preceding Easter, April 4, 2026, and a second show to be held on the Saturday prior to Thanksgiving, November 21, 2026, in the City of La Verne, to ensure a safe, intergenerational, family-oriented car show.
B. PROMOTER has proposed to provide such services for the CITY in accordance with the terms set forth in this Agreement.
C. CITY desires to contract with PROMOTER for car show promotion and management services and PROMOTER desires to provide such services to CITY.
D. PROMOTER has demonstrated competence and professional qualifications necessary for the satisfactory performance of the services designated herein by virtue of his experience and expertise.
NOW THEREFORE, THE PARTIES MUTUALLY AGREE AS FOLLOWS:
1. SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT
A. CITY hereby issues to PROMOTER, and PROMOTER hereby
accepts, on the terms and conditions set forth herein, the exclusive right to produce a car show by the name of "La Verne Cool Cruise" and “Cruisin La Verne” for CITY in the City of La Verne, California on the Saturday preceding Easter, April 4, 2026 and on the Saturday prior to Thanksgiving, November 21, 2026.
B. PROMOTER agrees not to promote other car shows utilizing the name "Cruisin La Verne," "La Verne Cool Cruise" or variation thereof.
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C. CITY hereby grants to PROMOTER the non-exclusive right to use public rights-of-way within the City of La Verne , said areas to be specifically set forth in the City permits for the event. In connection with PROMOTER'S use of the right granted above, PROMOTER'S right to block streets or otherwise interfere with pedestrian and vehicle traffic will be limited to the rights granted by the CITY in the permits required by Section 2.
2. EVENT SCOPE
A. The following shall be the Event Scope, unless otherwise agreed to in writing between CITY and PROMOTER:
1. Each event must provide liability insurance that includes indemnification of City of La Verne and applicable event sponsor (i.e., La Verne Chamber of Commerce (Chamber), Old Town La Verne Business Improvement District (BID)/merchants, etc.) (“SPONSOR”).
2. PROMOTER shall begin advertising shows in advance, but no less than 45 days prior to event. Advertising materials (e.g., posters, mailings, flyers, and press releases) shall be submitted to CITY and CITY retains right of approval.
3. CITY shall review proposed sponsors prior to being added to promotional material.
4. Each event must identify and support one local charity (greater La Verne community preferred), for which the event provides a pre- defined amount of support, and promote this in promotional materials. PROMOTER and CITY shall agree to the charity.
5. A Special Event Permit shall be pulled for each event at least 45 days in advance of event.
6. Accommodation of youth activities and performances into the event is encouraged.
7. Raffles, "50/50's," and the like are expressly prohibited, except for bona fide (501c3), designated charitable organization. Event may provide entry prizes to participant entrants.
8. PROMOTER to provide music for event and coverage of all music licenses or permits, subject to approval by CITY at least 30 days prior to the event.
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9. There shall be no outside food vendors as part of the events.
However, food vendors selling items not provided by Old Town businesses may be approved on a case-by-case basis.
3. SERVICES PROVIDED BY PROMOTER
A. PROMOTER shall apply for a Special Event Permit and street closure permit for each car show as soon as possible following execution of the Agreement, but not later than 45 days prior to event date.
PROMOTER shall provide all information deemed necessary by CITY for consideration of permit, including but not limited to food service, restrooms, entertainment (both live and prerecorded), general layout, list of all vendors (14 days prior to event so CITY can verify Business License status), specifics of proposed street closure, and provisions for cleanup. Vendors shall not be in conflict with existing Old Town businesses to the satisfaction of the CITY. Vendors will be required to obtain individual business license prior to the event date.
B. PROMOTER shall promote and operate car shows on designated days. The precise location, hours, and other details of the car show operation shall be set forth in a Special Event Permit issued by the CITY. Hours of the car show shall be approximately 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., except that variance may be considered by CITY, so long as it is within the noise limitations set by the Municipal Code. Setup of car show, including parking of cars, shall not begin prior to 5:00 a.m., the day of event.
C. PROMOTER agrees to abide by the conditions of approval for the Special Event Permit, including responsibilities in setup and removal of the street closure equipment and vehicles as coordinated with the CITY.
D. PROMOTER shall obtain and submit to CITY (45 days prior to event) individual liability insurance certificates and required endorsements for car show events, all food vendors, amusement rides and/or devices, animal exhibits or rides, and any other use determined to be non- standard by CITY. Insurance certificates and required endorsements shall name CITY, BID, and PROMOTER as insureds and provide a minimum $1,000,000-liability policy per occurrence.
E. PROMOTER may, but is not required to, provide food service. In the event food service is provided, however, PROMOTER shall be required to provide evidence of compliance with required health permit(s) not less than ten (10) days prior to event. Any food vendor proposed shall be reviewed and approved by CITY so as not to
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conflict with similar businesses in Old Town.
F. PROMOTER shall be responsible to ensure that any necessary permits and franchises required by law from other agencies (e.g., Health Department, Agriculture Dept, etc) are obtained by vendor(s) or PROMOTER prior to event, with no obligation or cost to CITY.
G. PROMOTER shall maintain clean and safe conditions, and an attractive appearance, of all aspects of the event.
H. PROMOTER shall comply with all City ordinances and directives, as specified in approved Special Event Permit.
I. PROMOTER shall provide all necessary toilets, wash stations, and disposal services.
J. PROMOTER shall provide all necessary electrical service for the LA VERNE COOL CRUISE and CRUISIN LA VERNE car shows, except for incidental power that can be accessed from existing outlets at Third and D Streets and Transportation Park. Any requirement for additional power, including use of generators, shall be at sole expense and responsibility of PROMOTER.
K. PROMOTER may allow businesses in BID or who are a member of the Chamber to be vendors, without charging a fee, for participation in the car show provided that:
1. The BID or Chamber is a SPONSOR of the event.
2. The business has an actual business (brick and mortar) in the BID or is a member of the Chamber, and the products or
services provided by the business at the car show are the same products or services customarily sold or provided at the business premises;
3. Each such business complies with all rules and governmental regulations that apply to all other vendors including, but not limited to, providing insurance, obtaining all City and County Health Department permits, and complying with any Americans with Disabilities Act requirements that may apply to the business.
L. PROMOTER shall conduct the event in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
M. PROMOTER shall submit a security plan for the approval of the Chief of Police. The Chief of Police shall have the authority to require
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revisions to the approved security plan as necessitated by experience in conducting the event.
N. PROMOTER shall submit all marketing and participant registration materials to CITY (Community Development Director) for approval prior to use or distribution. PROMOTER is responsible for distribution of promotional materials including posters for businesses in the Old Town La Verne and Foothill Blvd business districts.
O. PROMOTER shall determine the fees to be charged to participants and vendors participating in either car show, at PROMOTERS' discretion, except that businesses connected with a SPONSOR shall not be charged an additional fee for participation.
P. PROMOTER shall allow for CITY solicited SPONSORS to have logo space on promotional material including shirts, posters, and other promotional material.
Q. PROMOTER shall attend a pre-event meeting with the CITY to discuss logistics, event details, security plan, traffic control, marketing efforts, fire prevention, setup and tear down details, etc.
R. Within 45 days after completion of each event, PROMOTER shall attend a post-event meeting with CITY staff to discuss the event and issues that need to be addressed for the next upcoming event.
PROMOTER to also provide a written report in a memorandum format to CITY and BID, detailing number of participants, a summary of the events and a Fiscal Summary. The Fiscal Summary shall include a financial breakdown of all costs including revenues, expenditures, and estimates of in-kind contributions for the event in a form approved by CITY.
4. SERVICES PROVIDED BY CITY
A. CITY shall provide access to non-confidential, non-privileged plans, maps and records necessary for completion of PROMOTER’S services.
B. CITY shall be responsible for creating and approving a Traffic Control Plan prior to the first event under this agreement. Any modification to a subsequent event's layout shall require modifications to the Traffic Control Plan prior to the event. If the modifications are requested by the PROMOTER, they shall be responsible for the associated costs.
If the modifications are due to the CITY, the CITY shall be responsible for the associated costs.
C. CITY shall assist PROMOTER in publicizing the car show through
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mailings generated by CITY'S various guides, electronic media, video media, mailings and publications, provided there is no increase in costs to CITY from inclusion of PROMOTER'S advertisements and promotional materials in such.
D. CITY shall provide personnel and services as necessary for normal and routine public safety services, including routine police, fire, and paramedic services.
E. CITY shall waive any and all costs to PROMOTER for issuance of Special Event Permit, Street Closure Permit, Public Works Permit, Use of Type Ill barricades, vendor business licensees, and other administrative review necessary for the management, promotions, and operations of either car show.
F. CITY shall provide all necessary trash containers, trash clean up, and refuse disposal services.
G. CITY shall waive any and all costs to PROMOTER for all routine and incidental costs associated with and public safety personnel as required to provide and perform services as described within this Agreement, except that CITY reserves the right to require payment by PROMOTER for costs incurred by CITY that are unusual and/or in excess of its normal operations and standing personnel costs.
H. CITY reserves the right to solicit additional SPONSORS, which will be allowed to have logos on promotional material. Any SPONSER funds that the CITY solicits will be used to offset the direct cost to the CITY as specified in E., F., and G. above.
I. CITY shall reserve the authority to require changes to event specifics, date, time, and other aspects as it deems fit to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the community and general public.
5. INSURANCE AND INDEMNITY
A. Worker’s Compensation Insurance. PROMOTER shall obtain and maintain in full force and effect throughout the entire term of this Agreement full workers' compensation insurance and Employers' Liability Insurance with a minimum limit of $1,000,000.00, in accordance with the provisions and requirements of the Labor Code of the State of California.
B. Liability and Vehicle Insurance. PROMOTER shall obtain and maintain in full force and effect throughout the entire term of this Agreement a Broad Form Comprehensive Commercial General Liability (occurrence) policy (form CG 0001) and a Insurance
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Services Office form number CA 0001 (Ed. 1/87) covering Automobile Liability, including Code I (any auto) and endorsement CA 0025, with minimum limits of $1,000,000.00 aggregate and $1,000,000.00 per occurrence, per year. Said insurance shall protect PROMOTER and the CITY from any claims for damages for bodily injury, including accidental death, as well as from any claim for property damage which may arise from operations related to this Agreement or either car show. The following provisions shall be made a part of all insurance policies required by this section:
1. Additional Insured: "The City of La Verne and its elected or appointed officials, employees, agents, volunteers and officers, including but not limited to officers of the Old Town La Verne Business Improvement District Advisory Board, are hereby added as additional insureds."
2. Primary Coverage: "This policy shall be considered primary insurance as respects any other valid and collectible insurance or self-insurance the City of La Verne may possess including any self-insured retention, and any other insurance or the City of La Verne may possess shall be considered excess insurance and shall not contribute with it."
3. Effective as Separate Policy: "This policy shall act for each insured as though a separate policy had been written for each except that the limit of liability of the insuring company will not be increased by this provision."
4. Notice of Cancellation: "Thirty days prior written notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, shall be given to the City of La Verne in the event of suspension, cancellation, reduction in coverage or in limits or non-renewal of this policy for whatever reason."
5. Waiver of Subrogation: The policies shall also be amended, as necessary, to waive all rights of subrogation against the City of La Verne and its elected or appointed officials, employees, or agents including but not limited to officers of the BID Advisory Board.
C. Qualified Insurance. The insurance required by this Agreement shall be with insurers which are Best A:VII rated, or better. CITY shall be included as an additional insured on each of the policies and policy endorsements.
D. Evidence of Insurance Coverage; Insurance Policies. Copies of policies and endorsements that implement the required coverage
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shall be provided to CITY and maintained current throughout the term of this Agreement. CITY shall have the right of inspection of all insurance policies required by this Agreement. PROMOTERS shall notify CITY before destroying Contractor's copies of such policies, regardless of whether such destruction occurs during or after the term of this Agreement.
E. Self-Insurance. To the extent permitted by law, all or any part of any required insurance may be provided under a plan of self-insurance approved by the State of California.
F. Indemnity by PROMOTER. PROMOTER will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CITY against and in respect of, any and all claims, demands, losses, costs, expenses, obligations, liabilities, damages and recoveries, including interest, penalties, and attorney fees, that CITY shall incur or suffer that arise out of, result from, or are related to any breach of, or any failure by PROMOTER to perform, any of its representations, warranties, covenants, or promises contained in this Agreement, or in any schedule, certificate, document, exhibit, or instrument furnished to CITY, or otherwise to be furnished by PROMOTER under this Agreement.
G. Indemnity by CITY. CITY will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless PROMOTER against and in respect of, any and all claims, demands, losses, costs, expenses, obligations, liabilities, damages and recoveries, including interest, penalties, and attorney fees, that PROMOTER shall incur or suffer that arise out of, result from, or are related to any breach of, or any failure by CITY to perform, any of its representations, warranties, covenants, or promises contained in this Agreement, or in any schedule, certificate, document, exhibit, or instrument furnished to PROMOTER, or otherwise to be furnished by CITY under this Agreement.
6. TERM AND TERMINATION
A. Term. The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and terminate after the conclusion of the post-meeting for the CRUISIN LA VERNE event, which per section 3 of this Agreement shall be held within 45 days after the event which would be no later than January 5th, 2027. The indemnity provisions of this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect after the termination date.
B. Termination. This Agreement may be terminated by either party following a material breach by the other which remains uncured thirty (30) days after written notice of intent to terminate has been given, specifying the breach in reasonable detail.
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C. Termination by CITY or PROMOTER. Within sixty (60) days after the LA VERNE COOL CRUISE event held on April 4th, 2026, CITY or PROMOTER shall have the right to terminate this Agreement by giving written notice to the other party.
7. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF PROMOTER
A. No Litigation. PROMOTER shall represent and warrant that there is no action, suit or other proceeding as of the Effective Date, at law or in equity, before or by any court or governmental authority, pending or, to PROMOTER'S best knowledge, threatened against
PROMOTER which is likely to result in an unfavorable decision, ruling or finding which would materially and adversely affect PROMOTER'S ability to fulfill its obligations under this Agreement.
B. Information Supplied by PROMOTER. PROMOTER represents and warrants that all information supplied by PROMOTER in all submittals made in connection with the negotiation and award of this Agreement is correct and complete in all material respects.
8. COMPENSATION
For services provided by PROMOTER in accordance with this Agreement, CITY shall pay the amount of $2 ,000 to PROMOTER not later than 30 days prior to each event. The total amount paid under this Agreement shall not exceed $4,000 for the two (2) events.
Any additional funds paid to PROMOTER by the SPONSOR shall be credited as payment by CITY and credit as payment per the above terms of compensation. The cost of providing any services or materials by CITY or SPONSOR not otherwise specified in this agreement shall be deducted from the compensation due PROMOTER.
9. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS
PROMOTER is and at all times shall remain an independent contractor, and not the employee of the CITY. PROMOTER may perform services for other cities, persons or entities as PROMOTER determines at his sole discretion.
10. GENERAL PROVISIONS
A. Compliance with Law. Notwithstanding anything in this Agreement to the contrary, PROMOTER shall at all times comply with all applicable laws and regulations now in force and as they may be enacted, issued or amended during the term of this Agreement. PROMOTER shall specifically comply with all laws relating to raffles, lotteries, prize drawings, etc. Specifically, no "50/50"
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type raffles are permitted.
B. Assignment. PROMOTER shall not assign or subcontract all or any substantial part of this Agreement without the advance written consent of CITY. The CITY specifically identifies Craig Hoelzel as key personnel assigned to this Agreement. In the event that Craig Hoelzel is no longer personally managing the event on behalf of PROMOTER, CITY may terminate this Agreement.
C. Waiver. The waiver by either party of any breach of any provisions of this Agreement shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any breach of any other provision nor of any subsequent breach. The acceptance by either party of any money or other performance shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any pre- existing, concurrent or subsequent breach of this Agreement.
D. Notice of Litigation. Each party shall deliver prompt written notice to the other of any claim, action, or legal proceeding that concerns or relates to the either car show or the ability of either party to perform this Agreement.
E. Entire Agreement. This document contains the entire Agreement between the parties with respect to the matters covered herein. The parties represent and warrant that there have been no prior or contemporaneous agreements, arrangements, statements, promises, inducements, conditions, warranties, representations, covenants or understandings between the parties pertaining to the subject matter of this Agreement, written or oral, expressed or implied, which have not been incorporated herein.
F. No Third Party Beneficiary. Nothing in this Agreement is intended to confer on any person other than the parties hereto any rights or remedies.
G. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is for any reason deemed to be invalid and unenforceable, the invalidity or enforceability of such provision shall not affect any of the remaining provisions of this Agreement, which shall be enforced as if such invalid or unenforceable provision had not been contained herein.
H. Interpretation, Captions, Headings. This Agreement shall be interpreted and construed reasonably, and neither for nor against either party, regardless of the degree to which either party participated in its drafting. The captions and headings herein are for convenience of reference only and are not part of this Agreement but may be used in interpreting this Agreement.
I. Amendment. This Agreement may not be modified or amended in any respect except by a written amendment signed by authorized representatives of both parties.
J. Attorney’s Fees. If any legal action, or any arbitration or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Agreement, or because of an alleged
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dispute, breach, default, or misrepresentation in connection with any of the provisions of this Agreement, the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorney's fees and other costs incurred in that action or proceeding, in addition to any other relief to which it or they may be entitled.
K. Arbitration. Any claim or controversy arising out of or relating to this Agreement or to the breach of this Agreement shall be resolved exclusively by arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, using any competent arbitrator selected under those rules, and judgment on the award granted by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.
The place of arbitration shall be in Los Angeles County, California, or any other place mutually agreed upon by the parties.
L. Notices. All notices, requests, demands, and other communications under this Agreement shall be in writing, and shall be deemed to have been duly given on the date of service, if served personally to the party to whom notice is to be given, or on the third business day after mailing if mailed to the party to whom notice is to be given, by 1st-class mail, or certified, postage prepaid, and properly addressed to the parties at the addresses set forth below (or as modified by a subsequent notice).
11. FEE WAIVER
A. The fee waiver shall apply only to services and various permits required and provided by CITY to PROMOTER for either car show event. These services and various permits include, but are not limited to, Special Event Permit, Public Works Permit, Business License, traffic inspections and staff time to review each car show event.
CITY OF LA VERNE
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Ken Domer, City Manager Date
FLYING DEUCES
P.O. Box 307
Brea, CA 92822
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Craig Hoelzel Date
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: February 17, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Sam Gonzalez, Police Chief
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION RENEWING THE LA VERNE POLICE DEPARTMENT'S AB 481
MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY AND REAFFIRMING THE PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 1115.
SUMMARY
In 2022, the City Council complied with AB 481 by adopting Ordinance No. 1110, adding Section 9.10.010 - Military Equipment Use Policy to the La Verne Municipal Code. Ordinance No. 1115 was adopted in 2023 amending the provisions in the Municipal Code. In accordance with AB 481 and La Verne Police Department Policy 701, a military equipment report must be submitted to and approved by the City Council annually for each type of military equipment for as long as the military equipment is available for use. The City Council must also review the ordinance annually and affirm its intention to continue the ordinance in effect by adopting a resolution to that effect.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council receive and file the staff report and adopt a Resolution approving the continuance of the La Verne Police Department Policy 701 and affirming the provisions of Ordinance No. 1115 as required pursuant to AB 481.
DISCUSSION
AB 481 became law on January 1, 2022, and is codified in Government Code sections 7070 through 7075. Per AB 481, law enforcement agencies are required to obtain approval from their respective governing body by an ordinance adopting a military equipment policy before using, acquiring, deploying, or seeking funding for any military equipment. Law Enforcement agencies are further required to submit an annual military equipment report to the governing body and make it available publicly on the department's website for as long as the equipment is available for use. The military equipment report was published on the department's website on December 30, 2025. The police department is required to hold at least one well-publicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting, at which time the department should discuss the report and respond to public questions regarding the funding, acquisition or use of military equipment. This public hearing is for that purpose.
The term "military equipment" does not necessarily mean actual equipment used by the military or obtained from the military. The list of items considered "military equipment" by AB 481 includes equipment that is employed by many law enforcement agencies across the country while engaging in best practices to enhance citizen and officer safety. The use of the military equipment identified in the attached report is vital to the police department's mission of protecting the citizens of La Verne. It will continue to be strictly regulated through internal
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processes and oversight.
The adopted military equipment policy safeguards the public's welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties. The La Verne Police Department has not discovered reasonable alternatives to items listed in Policy 701 that can achieve the same objectives of civilian and officer safety. The policy ensures that safeguards, including transparency, oversight, and accountability measures, are in place.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
The attached report outlines the fiscal impact of military equipment, including acquisition costs and annual maintenance estimates, to ensure fiscal responsibility and transparency. Current costs have been included within the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Adopted Budget, and no additional funding is needed.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this report to ensure compliance with AB 481 and other applicable laws.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution Renewing AB 481 Ordinance No.1115
2. 2026 481 Report
3. LVPD Policy 709 Military Equipment
Report Prepared By:
Travis Tibbetts, Police Captain
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RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE,
CALIFORNIA, RENEWING ITS MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY AND ORDINANCE
WHEREAS, On September 30, 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law Assembly Bill 481 (“AB 481”), adding Chapter 12.8, “Funding, Acquisition and Use of Military Equipment”, to Division 7 of Title 1 of the Government Code (sections 7070 – 7075), relating to the use of military equipment by California law enforcement agencies; and
WHEREAS, AB 481 seeks to provide transparency, oversight, and an opportunity for meaningful public input on decisions regarding whether and how military equipment is funded, acquired, or used; and
WHEREAS, AB 481 requires, inter alia, the Police Department submit to the City Council an annual military equipment report for each type of military equipment approved by the City Council; and
WHEREAS, The City Council shall review its Ordinance approving the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment at least annually and vote on whether to renew the Ordinance at a regular meeting; and
WHEREAS, The City Council shall determine, based on the annual military equipment report submitted, whether each type of military equipment identified in that report has complied with the standards for approval set forth in its Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, The City Council has reviewed the annual military report submitted by the Police Department and determined the military equipment has complied with the standards for approval set forth in its Ordinance and proposed new and replacement acquisitions are approved; and
WHEREAS, The City Council previously adopted Ordinance No. 1110 approving the City’s Military Equipment Policy; and
WHEREAS, The City Council previously adopted Ordinance No. 1115 amending the City’s Military Equipment Policy; and
WHEREAS, The City Council desires to renew and continue in effect Ordinance No. 1115.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Verne as follows:
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Section 1. The above recitals are true and correct and are a substantial part of this resolution.
Section 2. City of La Verne Ordinance No. 1115 is hereby renewed and shall continue in full force and effect.
Section 3. The Mayor shall sign and the Deputy City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and thereupon the same shall take effect and be in force.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of February, 2026.
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Mayor Tim Hepburn
ATTEST:
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Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
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 17th day of February, 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
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LA VERNE POLICE DEPARTMENT
2026 ANNUAL MILITARY
EQUIPMENT REPORT
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 2 Executive Summary
On September 30, 2021, the Governor of the State of California approved AB-481 requiring law enforcement agencies to obtain approval of the applicable governing body (Mayor and City Council), by adoption of a military equipment use policy. The Department is required to seek City Council approval of their military equipment use procedure by ordinance at a regular open meeting prior to taking certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment, as defined.
The bill allows the governing body to approve the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment within its jurisdiction only if it determines that the military equipment meets specified standards. The ordinance is subject to the annual City Council review to determine whether, based on an annual military equipment report, the standards set forth in the approving ordinance have been met. The City Council may renew the authorizing ordinance, disapprove authorization for particular military equipment where standards have not been met, or require modifications to the military equipment use procedure to address any non-compliance with standards.
Finally, the bill requires publication of the military equipment use procedure and the annual military equipment report on the Department’s website. The military equipment use procedure must be posted on the website at least 30 days prior to the Council meeting.
AB-481, Section 7072 states the following:
(a) A law enforcement agency that receives approval for a military equipment use policy pursuant to Section 7071 shall submit to the governing body an annual military equipment report for each type of military equipment approved by the governing body within one year of approval, and annually thereafter for as long as the military equipment is available for use. The law enforcement agency shall also make each annual military equipment report required by this section publicly available on its internet website for as long as the military equipment is available for use. The annual military equipment report shall, at a minimum, include the following information for the immediately preceding calendar year for each type of military equipment:
(1) A summary of how the military equipment was used and the purpose of its use. (2) A summary of any complaints or concerns received concerning the military equipment. (3) The results of any internal audits, any information about violations of the military equipment use policy, and any actions taken in response.
(4) The total annual cost for each type of military equipment, including acquisition, personnel, training, transportation, maintenance, storage, upgrade, and other ongoing costs, and from what source funds will be provided for the military equipment in the calendar year following submission of the annual military equipment report.
(5) The quantity possessed for each type of military equipment. (6) If the law enforcement agency intends to acquire additional military equipment in the next year, the quantity sought for each type of military equipment.
(b) Within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing an annual military equipment report pursuant to this section, the law enforcement agency shall hold at least one well-publicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting, at which the general public may discuss and ask questions regarding the annual military equipment report and the law enforcement agency’s funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 3 In additi on to maintaining the highest levels of public safety, the La Verne Police Department is committed to transparency, public trust, community partnerships, and compliance with the law. As such, the Department has authored the following 2026 Annual Military Equipment Report in accordance with annual reporting requirements set forth in AB- 481.
Definitions
Pursuant to AB-481, the following definitions are applicable only to the Department’s current military equipment inventory and potential future military equipment acquisitions for operational needs. (For a more detailed list, refer to Government Code section 7070, for “military equipment” as defined within the Assembly Bill.) “Governing body” means the La Verne City Council and Mayor. “Military equipment” means the following:
1. Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles. This definition applies to the Department’s inventory of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) and SWAT robots.
2. Armored personnel carriers. However, police versions of standard consumer vehicles are specifically excluded from this definition. This definition applies to all the Department’s inventory of Lenco Bearcats.
3. Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units. This definition applies to all the Department’s inventory of Command-and- Control Vehicles, including but not limited to the following:
a) Mobile Command Post Vehicle
4. Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are exp losive in nature. However, items designed to remove a lock, such as bolt cutters, or a handheld ram designed to be operated by one person, are specifically excluded from this definition. This definition applies to all the Department’s inventory of breaching shotguns, and breaching shotgun rounds, which are all maintained by the SWAT Team.
5. Firearms of .50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotguns are specifically excluded from this definition. This definition applies to all the Department’s inventory of .50 caliber sniper rifles, which are all maintained by the SWAT unit.
6. Ammunition of .50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotgun ammunition is specifically excluded from this definition.
7. Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than .50 caliber, including assault weapons as defined in Sections 30510 and 30515 of the Penal Code, with the exception of standard issue service weapons and ammunition of less than .50 caliber that are issued to sworn members. This definition applies to all the Department’s inventory of rifle caliber carbines, sniper rifles, and associated ammunition.
8. Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 4 9. “Flashbang” diversionary devices and explosive breaching tools, “tear gas,” and “pepper balls,” excluding standard, service- issued handheld OC. This definition applies to all the Department’s inventory of flashbangs, pepper ball launchers and related ammunition. Additionally, this definition applies to all the Department’s inventory of various chemical agents and chemical agent delivery systems maintained by the SWAT Unit. These delivery systems are capable of dispersing chemical agents via burning, expulsion, liquid, or fog.
10. Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD).
11. The following projectile launch platforms and their associated munitions: 40mm projectile launchers, “bean bag,” rubber bullet, and specialty impact munition (SIM) weapons. This definition applies to all the Department’s inventory of 40 mm projectile launchers to include 40 mm multi-launchers and bean bag shotguns and associated munitions. This definition also applies to the Department’s inventory of SIM ammunition and SIM modified weapons utilized by the SWAT Unit, In-Service Training Unit, and Police Academy for training.
12. “Military equipment” does not include general equipment not designated as prohibited or controlled by the federal Defense Logistics Agency.
“Military equipment use policy” refers to the La Verne Police Department Procedure and means a publicly released, written document governing the use of military equipment by the Department that addresses, at a minimum, all the following:
1. A description of each type of military equipment, the quantity sought, its capabilities, expected lifespan, and product descriptions from the manufacturer of the military equipment.
2. The purposes and authorized uses for which the Department proposes to use each type of military equipment.
3. The fiscal impact of each type of military equipment, including the initial costs of obtaining the equipment and estimated annual costs of maintaining the equipment.
4. The legal and procedural rules that govern each authorized use.
5. The training, including any course required by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, that must be completed before any sworn member is allowed to use each specific type of military equipment to ensure the full protection of the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties and full adherence to the military equipment use policy.
6. The mechanisms to ensure compliance with the military equipment use policy, including which independent persons or entities have oversight authority, and, if applicable, what legally enforceable sanctions are put in place for violations of the policy.
7. The procedures by which members of the public may register complaints or concerns or submit questions about the use of each s pecific type of military equipment, and how the Department will ensure that each complaint, concern, or question receives a response in a timely manner.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 5 Summary of Military Equipment
The inventory of military equipment, particularly consumable material (ammunition, diversionary devices, Extended Range Impact Weapon –ERIW munitions, etc.) fluctuates regularly. This is based on a variety of factors including but not limited to operational usage, operational deterioration, training, maintenance, and expiration and replenishment guidelines. The La Verne Police Department is committed to transparency in disclosing its military equipment inventory and related information to our community and elected officials in compliance with the law. The Department strives its utmost to provide the most accurate military equipment inventory and information at the time of this report’s publication.
The following are the various types, descriptions, and guidelines for usage of military equipment currently employed by the La Verne Police Department: (*NOTE: The manufacturer descriptions and source photos contained within are referenced via publicly accessible website source citations.
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS): An unmanned aircraft of any type that is capable of sustaining directed flight, whether pre -programmed or remotely controlled, and all of the supporting or attached systems designed for gathering information through imaging, recording or by any other means.
Capability: sUAS can support first responders in any hazardous incident which would benefit from an aerial perspective.
These uses could include sea rch and rescue, barricaded suspects or high -risk tactical operations, disaster response, and video and photographic documentation of crime scenes.
Usage: Only those officers who have a Remote Pilot Certification from the FAA (Part 107) are able to operate the department’s sUAS. Department personnel may operate the sUAS under the direct supervision of a certified Remote Pilot. The authorized use of sUAS is governed in the La Verne Police Departments Policy Manual section 606.
Training Requirements: Training requirements for the operation of sUAS are outlined in the La Verne Police Departments Policy Manual section 606.
Fiscal Impact: $3,000 annual maintenance
Lifespan: Approximately five (5) years.
The Department currently possesses the following types of sUAS:
DJI Matrice 210
(Current Quantity: 1)
Manufacturer: DJI
Manufacturer Description: The ultimate platform for aerial productivity combines a rugged design and simple configurability to work as a solution for a variety of industrial applications. Improvements to the M200 Series V2 enhance intelligent control systems, flight performance, and add flight safety and data security features.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 6 DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual
(Current Quantity: 1)
Manufacturer: DJI
Manufacturer Description : Designed to empower a new generation of workers, the Mavic 2 Enterprise is the ultimate expression of a tool that delivers beyond expectation to meet current workplace challenges and future demands.
EVO II PRO V3
(Current Quantity: 1)
Manufacturer: Autel
Manufacturer Description: The Autel Evo II Pro V3 is equipped with 19 sensors that offer 360 -degree obstacle avoidance. The Autel Smart Controller with SkyLink
2.0 transmission guarantees long -distance operations from up to 10km away and enhances anti-interference abilities with triple band frequency hopping. With Sony's new 20 megapixel 1-inch CMOS image sensor, the EVO II Pro V3 supports up to 6K video with greater dynamic range, stronger noise suppression, and higher frame rates. The Autel Evo II Pro V3 has been outfitted to allow it to be tethered to a continuous power source.
DJI Avata
Quantity: 1
Fiscal Impact: $2,000
Manufacturer: DJI
Manufacturer Description: Compact and lightweight, the DJI Avata is nimble in tight spaces. Every aspect of its design was made for you to be bold. The built -in propeller guard means that if Avata comes in contact with an object, it can bounce back, stay in the air, and can keep on flying. When you combine Avata with the goggles and motion controller, flight becomes accessible to all. Equipped with a 1/1.7 -inch CMOS sensor, DJI Avata supports 4K ultra-wide angle recording with an f/2.8 aperture. Together with high grade performance, it delivers exceptional visuals that keep your audience on the edge of their seats.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 7 Small Unmanned Tracked Robots
Small Unmanned Tracked Robots: An unmanned tracked robot of any type that is capable of being remotely controlled as well as all of the supporting or attached systems designed for gathering information through imaging, recording or by any other means.
Capability: Designed for rapid tactical missions, the robot is simple to operate and quick deploy for searching rooms, hallways, stairwells and confined spaces. Unmanned machine operating on the ground to enhance the safety to the community and officers. Also used to remotely gain visual data, deliver a phone, open doors, disrupt packages, and clear buildings.
Usage: Only assigned officers who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate the robot(s). Use is established by the field officer(s) requiring the equipment.
Training requirements: Officers authorized to operate tracked robots are required to successfully complete a classroom and practical application training in the use of the robots. Additionally, officers train yearly on safe robot deployment in a variety of operational settings.
Fiscal Impact: $500 annual maintenance
Lifespan: Lifespan varies on operational usage and wear.
The Department currently possesses the following types of Small Unmanned Tracked Robots:
SIGYN MK1
(Current Quantity: 1)
Manufacturer: Sky Hero
Manufacturer Description: SIGYN is a 4 -wheeled micro robot with the ability to operate almost silently, in complete darkness, and in a GPS, WiFi, and cellular denied environment. Featuring multiple IR LEDs and dual day -night cameras with a 150 -degree view, SIGYN provides a clear view in virtually any lighting conditions.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 8 Armored Vehicle (BearCat)
BearCat: A 4X4, wheeled, armored personnel carrier capable of providing high ballistic protection, cover, limited breaching capability, and transport of officers and/or civilians at critical incidents and high-risk tactical operations.
Capability: BearCats can support first responders in any hazardous, high risk, or critical incident which would benefit from having a vehicle that provides a high level of ballistic protection.
Usage: The use of an armored vehicle shall only be authorized by a watch commander or SWAT commander, based on specific circumstances of a given critical incident. Armored vehicles shall be used only by officers trained in their deployment and in a manner consistent with Department policy and training.
Training requirements: La Verne Officers authorized to operate the Bearcat are required to undergo a period of instruction, and a driving assessment.
Fiscal Impact: $6,000 annual maintenance
Lifespan: Approximately 20-years depending on operational usage and wear.
The Department currently possesses the following Armored Vehicle:
BearCat G3 – 4 Door Model
(Current Quantity: 1)
Manufacturer: Lenco
Manufacturer Description : The Lenco BearCat G 3 is the standard tactical armored vehicle for special operations units within the US Law Enforcement community. The G 3 has excellent on-road driving characteristics and maneuverability in tight urban settings.
The large floor plan seats 10 –12 fully equipped officers with a long list of tactical features only found on the Lenco BearCat line of armored SWAT vehicles for Police and Government.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 9 Mobile Command Vehicles
Mobile Command Vehicles: Completely self-contained command posts designed to provide the Incident Commander with a mobile base of operation.
Capability: As a mobile base of operation, these vehicles contain specialized command, control, and communications equipment to assist with this mission.
Usage: Mobile Command Vehicles are to be utilized as an Incident Command Post for planned or unplanned events. As a mobile base of operation, the vehicle contains specialized command, control, and communications equipment to assist with a mission.
Training requirements: La Verne Officers authorized to operate the Mobile Command vehicle are required to undergo a period of classroom instruction, and a driving assessment.
Fiscal Impact: $6,200 in annual maintenance
Lifespan: Dependent on operational usage and wear.
The Department currently possesses the following types of Mobile Command Vehicles:
Area D, Mobile Command Vehicle
(Current Quantity: 1)
Manufacturer: Universal Eagle Mobile Command Vehicle
Manufacturer Description: A custom- built mobile command post vehicle with multiple forms of communication ability as well as Computer Aided Dispatch capabilities.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 10 Breaching Shotguns and Breaching Ammunition
Breaching Shotguns and Breaching Ammunition: During crisis situations, it may become necessary for a SWAT team to facilitate an entry into a target location. It is critical the point of entry is breached quickly and as safely as possibl e. A quick and effective breach is one key to a successful tactical mission. In some instances, a breach initiated by a breaching shotgun loaded with specialized breaching rounds may be required to provide an added degree of safety and tactical advantage to accomplish a mission.
Specialized Breaching Rounds, also referred to as “TKO” rounds, are frangible and are designed break into a powder form upon impact with a solid object (i.e. dead bolt lock, door frame, etc.) The Department possesses a limited inventory of Breaching Shotguns and Breaching Shotgun Ammunition. Breaching Shotguns are to be used exclusively by trained members of the SWAT Unit.
Capability: Shotgun breaching, the use of a breaching shotgun to affect a breach, ca n be an effective option in SWAT Unit tactics. An effective breach is a design where the least amount of breaching shotgun rounds are used and still accomplishes its goal. An effective shotgun breach can defeat fortified doors and locks. Effective breaching techniques allow tactical officers immediate entry with minimal risk to victims, officers, and suspects.
Usage: Breaching shotguns are to be exclusively used by the SWAT Unit. Breaching shotguns are used to breach doors expeditiously and can be used in response to barricaded suspects, hostage rescue incidents, and active shooters. Breaching shotguns are considered firearms and can be utilized as such.
Training requirements: La Verne SWAT Officers that are trained in the use of breaching shotguns must successfully complete an approved SWAT Academy. Furthermore, SWAT Officers must undergo regular extensive classroom and live fire proficiency training in its application.
Fiscal Impact: $400 annually (Ammunition)
Lifespan: Dependent on operational usage and wear.
The Department currently possesses the following types of breaching shotguns:
870 Breaching Shotgun
(Current Quantity: 1)
Manufacturer: Remington
Manufacturer Description: 12 Gauge pump shotgun used to breach door locks or hinges during tactical operations.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 11 The Department currently possesses the following types of breaching shotgun rounds:
TKO 12-Gauge Breaching Rounds
(Current Quantity: 20 Rounds)
(Used During 2025: 0 Rounds)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Lifespan: 5 Years
Manufacturer Description: The 12-Gauge TKO Breaching Round is a 12-Gauge shell loaded with a compressed zinc slug, utilizing smokeless powder as a propellant. This is a widely used method to breach door locks or hinges for entry during tactical operations. When properly deployed, the TKO is capable of defeating door lock mechanisms, doorknobs, hinges, dead bolts, safety chains, and pad locks on both wooden or hollow core doors.
Upon impact with the target, the zinc slug disintegrates into a fine powder eliminating fragmentation.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 12 Patrol Rifles
Patrol Rifles : A semi-automatic shoulder-fired long gun that fires a rifle caliber cartridge. The Department-approved patrol rifle weapon system is designed to fire a .223/5.56 caliber projectile.
Capability: The rifle caliber carbine provides officers the ability to engage hostile suspects at distances generally greater than the effective distance of their handguns. Additionally, patrol rifles offer advantages over handguns, such as increased accuracy potential and the ability to defeat soft body armor . These weapons platforms a re not appropriate for every situation.
Usage: The usage guidelines for the patrol rifles are outlined in La Verne Police Departments Policy Manual section 300 and 307.
Training Requirements: The training requirements and use of the patrol rifles are outlined in La Verne Police Departments Policy Manual section 307. For the SWAT Unit, the Patrol rifle is the primary weapons system utilized by the team.
SWAT Operators are required to successfully complete a SWAT Academy consisting of extensive firearms training with the patrol rifle. While assigned to the SWAT Team, SWAT O perators are required to participate in regular rifle training, entry and movement training, and consistent weapons qualifications to maintain proficiency with the patrol rifle.
Lifespan: Barrel life approximately at 12,000 rounds
Fiscal Impact: $1,500 annual maintenance
The Department currently possesses the following types of patrol rifles:
M4 Commando (Current Quantity: 23)
Manufacturer: Colt Manufacturing LLC
Manufacturer Description: Throughout the world today, Colt's reliability, performance, and accuracy provides our Armed Forces with the confidence required to accomplish any mission. Colt's LE6920 series shares many features of its combat - proven brother, the Colt M4.
-Replaced by the below -listed Daniel Defense patrol rifle, which was purchased in (2023/2024). Still possessed by the department until transfer to an authorized firearms company is completed.
DDM4 V7S (Current Quantity: 26)
Manufacturer: Daniel Defense LLC
Manufacturer Description : The DDM4 V7S firearm is based on a configuration that we've been providing to law enforcement as well as civilian users who demand a lightweight, durable, and dependable rifle. Built around a free-floating, The V7 S delivers optimal maneuverability, reliability, accuracy, and terminal ballistics using a wide variety of ammunition. The independently ambi -GRIP-N-RIP Charging Handle accommodates left- and right-handed shooters. This rifle also comes with the ergonomic Daniel Defense Buttstock and Pistol grip.
-Has replaced the above-pictured Colt Commando patrol rifle.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 13 .223 or 5.56mm Rifle Ammunition
.223 Caliber or 5.56mm Rifle Ammunition: Rifle ammunition manufactured specifically for rifles chambered in
5.56mm or .223 Remington. Currently there are two types of .223/5.56mm caliber rifle ammunition in use operationally by the Department.
Capability: .223 caliber or 5.56mm rifle ammunition used in conjunction with a patrol rifle provides officers the ability to engage hostile suspects at distances generally greater than the effective distance of their handguns. Rifle ammunition fired from Department patrol rifles offer advantages over handguns, such as increased accuracy potential and the ability to defeat soft body armor but are not appropriate for every situation.
Usage: The usage guidelines for .223 caliber or 5.56mm ammunition used in conjunction with the patrol rifle are outlined in La Verne Police Departments Policy Manual section 307.
Training Requirements: The training requirements for .223 and 5.56mm ammunition used in conjunction with the patrol rifle are outlined in La Verne Police Departments Policy Manual section 307.
Lifespan: 10-year shelf life.
Fiscal Impact: $6000 annual purchase allocation
The Department currently possesses the following types of .223 caliber or 5.56mm rifle ammunition:
Winchester-Ranger .223 Remington 55 grain, pointed soft point (Current Quantity: 5,000 Rounds)
(Used During 2025: 7,000 Rounds-Training)
Manufacturer: Winchester
Manufacturer Description Ballistic properties and terminal effectiveness of Winchester Ranger law enforcement ammunition are monitored and controlled throughout manufacturing, quality control and test process.
Winchester-Target & Practice .5.56mm 55 grain, full metal jacket (Current Quantity: 51,000 Rounds)
(Used During 2024: 23,000 Rounds-Training)
Manufacturer: Winchester
Manufacturer Description: Winchester Target and Practice 5.56x45mm NATO 55 Grain FMJ Centerfire Rifle Ammo gives you performance ammunition for high-volume shooting.
Loaded with FMJ spitzer bullets, this is ideal ammo for semi -auto rifles and carbines, including the AR-15, as well bolt-action rifles. Winchester USA Centerfire Rifle Ammo is loaded with premium components to ensure reliable function in self-defense situations.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 14 Sound Moderating Muzzle Attachments (Suppressors)
• Suppressor: A suppressor is used to muffle and distort the sound of a firearm as it is fired. The use of a suppressor prevents an officer from hearing loss during a shooting. Communication between officers is essential during a critical incident response and use of these devices aids in maintaining communication during critical incidents. The equipment is used in accordance with department Firearms Policy. • Usage: In addition to State and Federa l use of force and firearm legislation and State Government Code sections §7070-7075, the use of firearm suppressors shall conform to all relevant City of La Verne and La Verne Police Department policies, including but not limited to Firearms policies. • Training Requirements: Officers must successfully complete bi-yearly rifle qualification and regularly required firearms training.
• Lifespan: Life approximately at 10,000 rounds
• Fiscal Impact: $1,000 annual maintenance
The Department currently possesses the following types of Sound Moderating Muzzle Attachments (Suppressors):
Suppressors
(Current Quantity: 26)
Manufacturer: Huxwrx
Manufacturer Description: Lightweight and long -lasting, the FLOW 556 Ti is the latest advancement in Flow -Through® technology. Entirely 3D-printed with Grade 5 titanium, the FLOW 556 Ti is the quietest full -size 5.56 dedicated suppressor to come from HUXWRX Safety Co. without sacrificing quality, longevity, durability, or functionality.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 15 Diversionary Devices (Flashbangs)
Diversionary Devices aka Flashbangs: Canisters that emit a loud noise and bright light.
Capability: Diversionary Devices are capable of releasing large amounts of stored energy in the form of heat, light, pressure, and noise. They are intended to temporarily distract, confuse, and disorient. subjects. They can also be used as “attention-getting” devices.
Usage: Diversionary Devices are to be used exclusively by the SWAT Unit. Diversionary Devices can be used in high-risk tactical operations as an attention getting device. They can also be used during high-risk warrants, hostage rescue incidents, and some mobile field force incidents to provide an added degree of officer safety by disorienting subjects.
Training Requirements: SWAT Operators must successfully complete a SWAT Academy and are subject to ongoing extensive classroom and practical application training in the use of the Diversionary Devices. Additionally, once a year SWAT Operators must recertify in the legal and practical use of Diversionary Devices.
Fiscal Impact: $1,200 Annual purchase
Lifespan: Five (5) year shelf life.
The Department currently possesses the following types of Diversionary Devices:
CTS 7290-2 2 Bang Low Roll
(Current Quantity: 11)
(Used During 2025: 1)
Manufacturer: Combined Tactical Systems
Manufacturer Description This is a non -bursting, non -fragmenting multi -bang device that produces a thunderous bang with an intense bright light. Ideal for distracting dangerous suspects during assaults, hostage rescue, room entry or other high risk arrest situations.
Distraction Device; Reloadable Body; 8933
(Current Quantity: 6)
(Used During 2025: 4)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description The Low Roll® Distraction Device® is a reloadable gun steel body with hex design. This newest version of the first reusable non -bursting canisters limits movement and rolling once deployed.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 16 Chemical Agents and Chemical Agent Delivery Devices
Chemical Agents and Chemical Agent Delivery Devices: Compounds, devices, and delivery systems ar e utilized by SWAT. Compounds can include irritants such as Chlorobenzalmalononitrile (CS) or an inflammatory agent such as Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) or Pava (synthetic OC). Chemical agents can be liquid, powder, or gaseous. Delivery systems can be pyrotechnic, blast dispersion, OC Fogger, or aerosol.
Chemical agent delivery devices consist of the following:
Gas Ram: A metal device resembling a hand-held pointed battering ram that can be loaded with a chemical agent canister. The gas ram can be used to introduce chemical agents into a location by piercing the wall, door, or roof of a structure.
Burn Safe: A metal cylindrical container designed to contain a pyrotechnic chemical agent canister and reduce fire hazard upon deployment into a structure.
Capability: Depending on the delivery method, chemical agents are capable of being introduced in close proximity or from a distance. Depending on the type of delivery system and/or quantity, chemical agents can be used to saturate individual suspects, violent crowds, or areas of varied size.
Usage: Chemical agents are to be used exclusively by the SWAT Unit. Generally, during high -risk tactical incidents chemical agents can be used to dislodge a suspect from a stronghold location with the least possible danger to citizens, police, and the suspect. Chemical agents can also be used to prevent an armed suspect from accurately firing at citizens and/or officers. They can also be used in limited instances during civil unrest when objectively reasonable to defend against a threat to life or serious bodily injury to any individual, including the officer, or to bring an objectively dangerous and unlawful situation safely and effectively under control. See Penal Code 13652.
Training Requirements: SWAT Operators authorized in the use of chemical agents have completed extensive chemical agent training upon successfully completing a SWAT academy. SWAT Operators receive regular training on the deployment and use of chemical agents. SWAT O perators are required to pass annual qualifications with the use of chemical agents and chemical agent delivery systems to maintain proficiency.
Fiscal Impact Delivery System: $1,500 annual maintenance.
Fiscal Impact Canisters and Munitions: $3,500 annual purchase Lifespan: Five (5) year shelf life.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 17 The Department currently possesses the following types of chemical agents:
Chemical Agent CS Canister #2 – Model 1072 SPEDE-HEAT Continuous Discharge Chemical Grenade CS
(Current Quantity: 7)
(Quantity Used in 2025: 4)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The Spede-Heat CS Grenade is a high volume, continuous burn it expels its payload in approximately 20 -40 seconds. The payload is discharged through four gas ports on top of the canister, three on the side and one on the bottom.
Chemical Agent CS Canister #3 – Model 1082 Riot Control Continuous Discharge Grenade CS
(Current Quantity: 2)
(Quantity Used in 2025: 4)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description : The Riot Control CS Grenade is designed specifically for outdoor use in crowd control situations with a high -volume continuous burn that expels its payload in approximately 20 -40 seconds through four gas ports located on the top of the canister. This grenade can be used to conceal tactical movement or to route a crowd.
The volume of smoke and agent is vast and obtrusive.
Chemical Agent CS Canister #98 – Model 1016 Pocket Tactical Grenade CS (Current Quantity: 2)
(Quantity Used in 2025: 1)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The Pocket Tactical CS Grenade is small, and lightweight. The
0.9 oz. of active agent will burn approximately 20-40 seconds. At 4.75 in. by 1.4 inches in size, it easily fits in most tactical pouches. This is a launchable grenade; however, it is normally used as a signaling or covering device. Though this device is slightly over four inches in length, it produces a smoke cloud so fast it appears to be an enveloping screen produced by a full-size tactical grenade.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 18 Chemical Agent CS Canister #2 – Model 1026 Triple Chaser Separating Canister CS (Current Quantity: 3)
(Quantity Used in 2025: 0)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The Triple-Chaser® CS consists of three separate canisters pressed together with separating charges between each. When deployed, the canisters separate and land approximately 20 feet apart allowing increased area coverage in a short period of time. This grenade can be hand thrown or launched from a fired delivery system.
The grenade is 6.5 in. by 2.7 in. and holds an approximately 3.2 oz. of active agent payload.
It has an approximate burn time of 20-30 seconds.
Chemical Agent OC Canister – Model 1070 SPEDE-HEAT Continuous Discharge Chemical Grenade OC
(Current Quantity: 3)
(Quantity Used in 2025: 1)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The Spede-Heat OC Grenade is a high volume, continuous burn it expels its payload in approximately 20 -40 seconds. The payload is discharged through four gas ports on top of the canister, three on the side and one on the bottom.
Chemical Agent OC Canister – Model 1080 Riot Control Continuous Discharge Grenade OC
(Current Quantity: 5)
(Quantity Used in 2025: 1)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description : The Riot Control CS Grenade is designed specifically for outdoor use in crowd control situations with a high -volume continuous burn that expels its payload in approximately 20 -40 seconds through four gas ports located on the top of the canister. This grenade can be used to conceal tactical movement or to route a crowd.
The volume of smoke and agent is vast and obtrusive.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 19 Chemical Agent OC Canister – Model 1019 Pocket Tactical Grenade OC (Current Quantity: 4)
(Quantity Used in 2025: 0)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The Pocket Tactical CS Grenade is small, and lightweight. The
0.9 oz. of active agent will burn approximately 20-40 seconds. At 4.75 in. by 1.4 inches in size, it easily fits in most tactical pouches. This is a launchable grenade; however, it is normally used as a signaling or covering device. Though this device is slightly over four inches in length, it produces a smoke cloud so fast it appears to be an enveloping screen produced by a full-size tactical grenade.
Chemical Agent OC Canister – Model 1020 Triple Chaser Separating Cannister OC (Current Quantity: 6)
(Quantity Used in 2025: 0)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The OC Triple-Chaser® Pyrotechnic Grenade is one of our first- ever pyrotechnic grenades that combines the effectiveness of Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) as an irritant and inflammatory agent with the flexible delivery methods, range and area coverage of pyrotechnic munitions for crowd control. The Triple -Chaser OC consists of three separate canisters pressed together. This grenade can be hand thrown or launched from a delivery system. The grenade is 6.5 in. by 2.7 in. and holds approximately 1.06 oz. of active agent payload. It has an approximate burn time of 20-30 seconds.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 20 Ferret 40mm Powder Barricade Round CS – Model 2292
(Current Quantity: 4)
(Quantity Used in 2025: 0)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The Ferret 40 mm Barricade Penetrating Round is filled with a CS powder chemical agent. It is a frangible projectile that is spin stabilized utilizing barrel rifling. It is non -burning and designed to penetrate barriers. Primarily used to dislodge barricaded subjects, it can also be used for area denial. Primarily used by tactical teams, it is designed to penetrate barriers, such as windows, hollow core doors, wallboard, and thin plywood. Upon impact the nose ruptures and instantaneously delivers the agent payload inside a structure or vehicle.
Ferret 40mm Liquid Barricade Penetrator Round, OC – Model 2260 (Current Quantity: 6)
(Quantity Used in 2025: 0)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description : The Ferret 40mm Round is non -burning and suitable for indoor use. Used primarily by tactical teams, it is designed to penetrate barriers, such as windows, hollow core doors, wallboard, and thin plywood. Upon impacting the barrier, the nose cone ruptures and instantaneously delivers a small chemical payload inside of a structure or vehicle.
In a tactical deployment situation, the 40mm Ferret is primarily used to dislodge barricaded subjects from confined areas. Its purpose is to minimize the risks to all parties through pain compliance, temporary discomfort and/or incapacitation of potentially violent or dangerous subjects.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 21 Pepper Ball Launchers and Pepper Ball Munitions
Pepper Ball Launchers and Pepper Ball Munitions: A non-lethal munitions system that employs paint ball launchers to fire “pepper balls” that contain powdered OC in place of the paint. The pepper ball delivery system combines chemical agent exposure with kinetic energy impact to aid in its effectiveness in addressing armed and/or violent individuals or crowds. Pepper ball munitions also include glass breaking rounds and marking rounds.
Capability: Pepper ball launchers give officers the ability to address an armed and/or violent suspect(s) with a non-lethal munition that delivers both chemical agent and kinetic energy impact. This combination can be extremely effective in gaining compliance or reducing threat potential with an armed and/or violent suspect(s). Due to its design, pepper balls can be delivered from a larger standoff distance allowing for an added degree of officer safety. Its high round capability and accuracy allow for its use in a wide variety of operational environments.
Usage: Pepper ball launchers and pepper ball munitions are to be used exclusively by the SWAT unit. Pepper ball launchers and pepper ball munitions can be used to address armed and/or violent individuals or crowds, limited instances of violent civil unrest consistent with Penal Code section 13652, suicidal individuals, and individuals believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon. Pepper ball munitions can be effective in driving suspects from confined spaces or vehicles. The use of pepper ball munitions is only authorized under certain circumstances and is contingent on the approval of a SWAT supervisor absent exigent circumstances.
Training Requirements: La Verne Officers must be trained in the use of the Pepper ball launcher and undergo thorough classroom and live fire training in its use. Additionally, officers trained in the use of the Pepper ball launcher must pass annual qualifications to maintain proficiency.
Fiscal Impact:
Lifespan: Pepper Ball Launcher – Dependent on operational usage and wear.
Pepper Ball Munitions – Approximately three (3) year shelf life.
The Department currently possesses the following pepper ball launcher and pepper ball munitions:
Tippman FT-12 Pepper Ball Launcher
(Current Quantity: 3)
Manufacturer: Tippman
Manufacturer Description: The Tippmann FT -12 paintball marker incorporates modular internals to help reduce maintenance time by 75 percent. The FT-12 is a groundbreaking rental marker for field owners that can be serviced in less than 60 seconds without tools. The FT -12 is a compact marker with an ergonomically positioned front vertical grip, which is ideal for a wide range of players. The marker’s patent -pending design makes gaining access to internals significantly easier – simply degas the marker, unscrew the barrel, push the unlock button on the collar, remove the barrel nut and flip the top half of the receiver off. Once inside, the modular layout of the FT -12 allows for incredibly fast and worry-free access to all key parts.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 22 PepperBall Live-X – Projectile Pepper Ball Munition
(Current Quantity:2,800)
(Quantity used in 2025: 200)
Manufacturer: PepperBall
Manufacturer Description: Our most potent and powerful concentration of PAVA pepper powder. One round of LIVE-X contains the equivalent to 10 regular PepperBall rounds.
PepperBall Inert – Projectile Pepper Ball Munition
(Current Quantity: 800)
(Quantity used in 2025: 300)
[*NOTE: This projectile is utilized for training purposes only and contains no chemical agent.]
Manufacturer: PepperBall
Manufacturer Description: Containing a harmless, scented powder, this projectile is best suited for training, qualifications, and direct impact when chemical exposure is not desired.
PepperBall Glass Breaker – Projectile Pepper Ball Munition (Current Quantity: 10)
(Quantity used in 2025: 0)
[*NOTE: This projectile is utilized for glass breaking applications only.] Manufacturer: PepperBall
Manufacturer Description: Used to break side glass of vehicles and residential glass windows.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 23 PepperBall Dye Marking – Projectile Pepper Ball Munition (Current Quantity: 150)
(Quantity used in 2025: 0)
[*NOTE: This projectile is utilized for marking of violent offenders only.] Manufacturer: PepperBall
Manufacturer Description: Used to mark violent offenders with green paint for easy recognition. The ball does not contain any chemical agent.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 24 40mm Launchers
40mm Launchers (Projectile Launch Platforms) : A single shot or multi -shot Extended Range Impact Weapon (ERIW) launcher capable of firing a variety of 40mm rounds (40mm launchers are considered “Projectile Launch Platforms” under AB-481).
Capability: 40mm launchers are capable of firing a variety of munitions with a maximum effective range of one hundred twenty (120) feet. 40mm launchers can deliver 40mm munitions in the form of chemical agents, sponge baton rounds, or combined use sponge baton OC chemical agent rounds.
Usage: 40mm launchers utilized with less lethal sponge baton rounds are may be deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life -threatening behavior. 40mm launchers utilized with less lethal sponge baton rounds may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon, within the force guidelines of Use of Force Policy 300.
The main objectives that officers attempt to achieve in using an ERIW on a subject exhibiting any of the aforementioned criteria are to effect an investigative detention or arrest; control a subject who is in lawful custody; prevent an escape; or protect the officer, the subject, or another person from injury or death. 40mm single launchers combined with less lethal 40mm sponge baton rounds are authorized to be used by any officer that has been trained in its use and maintains current ERIW qualifications.
Training Requirements: Officers that have been trained in the use of the 40mm single launcher undergo thorough classroom and live fire training in its use. Additionally, officers trained in the use of the 40mm single launcher must pass annual ERIW qualifications to maintain proficiency.
Fiscal Impact Launchers: $1200 annual maintenance (Units purchased 2023 & 2024) Lifespan: Penn Arms 40mm Launchers – Lifespan varies on operational usage and wear.
Defense Technology 40mm Launchers – Lifespan varies on operational usage and wear.
The Department currently possesses the following types of 40mm launchers:
Penn Arms – Model PGL 65-40 (40mm Multi-shot Launcher)
(Current Quantity: 1)
Manufacturer: Penn Arms
Manufacturer Description: A 40mm pump-action advance magazine drum launcher with a fixed stock and combo rail. It has a six -shot capacity and rifled barrel. Features include:
Double-action trigger, trigger lock push button and hammer lock safeties.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 25 Def Tech – Model 1426 (40 mm Single Shot Launcher)
(Current Quantity: 17)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The 40LMTS is a tactical 40mm single shot launcher that features an adjustable Integrated Front Grip (IFG). The Ambidextrous Lateral Sling Mount (LSM) and QD mounting systems allow both a single and two point sling attachment. The 40LMTS will fire standard 40mm Less Lethal ammunition, up to 4.8 inches in cartridge length.
40mm Ammunition
40mm Ammunition: The 40MM ERIW round is a sponge baton cartridge. The sponge round has a blue-colored nose with a black base. The casing is stainless.
(*NOTE: For a description and inventory of 40mm and 37mm Chemical Agents munitions, see Chemical Agents section.) Capability: 40mm ERIW direct impact rounds are capable of impacting a suspect at a maximum effective range of one hundred twenty (120) feet.
Usage: 40mm ammunition used in conjunction with 40mm launchers may be deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life -threatening behavior. 40mm ammunition used in conjunction with 40mm launchers may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon.
40mm ammunition used in conjunction with 40mm launchers are authorized to be used by any officer that has been trained in its use and maintains current ERIW qualifications.
Fiscal Impact 40mm Rounds: $4,000 annual training.
Lifespan: Five (5) year shelf life.
The Department currently possesses the following types of 40mm direct impact ammunition:
Direct Impact 40mm CS Crushable Foam Round – Model 6322 (Current Quantity: 135)
(Quantity Used in 2025: 45)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The 40mm Direct Impact munition is a point-of-aim, point-of- impact direct-fire round. An excellent solution whether you need to incapacitate a single subject or control a crowd.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 26 Beanbag Shotguns
Beanbag Shotguns: This ERIW is a standard Remington Model 870, 12-gauge shotgun that has been modified with an orange stock and fore-end.
Capability: Beanbag shotguns can fire a 12-gauge beanbag round with a maximum effective range of sixty (60) feet.
Usage: Beanbag shotguns utilized with beanbag rounds may be deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life-threatening behavior, as defined in Department Use of Force Policy 300. Beanbag shotguns utilized with beanbag rounds may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon.
Training Requirements: Officers that have been trained in the use of the beanbag shotgun undergo thorough classroom and live fire training in its use. Additionally, officers trained in the use of the beanbag shotgun must pass annual qualifications to maintain proficiency.
Fiscal Impact: $0. Beanbag shotguns are being replaced by 40mm launchers.
Lifespan: Remington 870 Police Magnum – Lifespan varies on operational usage and wear.
The Department currently possesses the following types of beanbag shotguns:
Remington 870 Police – 12 gauge Beanbag Shotgun (outfitted with orange buttstock and orange foregrip)
(Current Quantity: 18)
Manufacturer: Remington
Manufacturer Description: The Remington 870 Police pump-action shotgun is a rugged 12- gauge with a short, tactical 18” barrel backed by a stout 3” chamber. The all -matte black gun is Parkerized for generalized durability and rust - resistance. Both the pump action forend and stock are robust and tough synthetic.
-Replaced by the above-listed Def Tec Model 1426 40MM single shot launcher , which were purchased in (2023/2025). Still possessed by the department until transfer to an authorized firearms company is completed.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 27 Beanbag Ammunition
Beanbag Ammunition: The 12-gauge ammunition, commonly known as a beanbag round, consists of a fabric sock containing lead shot contained within a standard 2 ¾ inch shot shell casing.
Capability: Beanbag shotguns are capable of firing a 12-gauge beanbag round with a maximum effective range of sixty (60) feet.
Usage: Beanbag shotguns utilized with beanbag rounds may be deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life-threatening behavior, as defined in Department Policy 300; Use of Force. Beanbag shotguns utilized with beanbag rounds may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon.
Training Requirements: Officers that have been trained in the use of the beanbag shotgun undergo thorough classroom and live fire training in its use. Additionally, officers trained in the use of the beanbag shotgun must pass annual qualifications to maintain proficiency.
Fiscal Impact: $0. Beanbag rounds are being replaced by 40mm launchers.
Lifespan: Five (5) year limited warranty. Five (5) year shelf life The Department currently possesses the following types of Beanbag Ammunition:
12GA Super-Sock Bean Bag Ammunition – Model 2581 (Quantity: See Appendix A) Manufacturer: Combined Tactical Systems
Manufacturer Description : The Model 2581 Super -Sock is in its deployed state immediately upon exiting the barrel. It does not require a minimum range to “unfold” or “stabilize.” The Super -Sock is an aerodynamic projectile, and its accuracy is relative to the shotgun, barrel length, environmental conditions, and the operator. The Super-Sock is first in its class providing the point control accuracy and consistent energy to momentarily incapacitate violent, non-compliant subjects. Effective range is 75ft.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 28 Projected Military Equipment Acquisitions 2026
CONSUMABLE MILITARY EQUIPMENT ACQUISITIONS
Projected consumable military equipment acquisitions for FY2 6 should be in line with current replenishment schedules and quantities for consumables. A variety of commercial factors (i.e. supply and demand, inflation, supply chain issues etc.) may influence the fiscal impact of future military equipment acquisitions and ongoing military equipment purchases throughout the year. The replenishment schedules for military equipment consumables can vary and are dictated by inventory levels that fluctuate as a result of training, operational usage, or manufacturer recommended replacement guidelines. Categories of consumable military equipment are listed below:
• Ammunition
• Chemical Agents
• Specialty Munitions (40mm)
• Diversionary Devices
• Pepper ball Munitions
Funding for the majority consumable military equipment for FY26 should be secured via the General Fund.
NON-CONSUMABLE MILITARY EQUIPMENT
Projected non-consumable military acquisitions for FY26 are anticipated to be limited at this time. Any unanticipated replacements of existing non -consumable military equipment for FY2 6 will be initiated on a case -by-case basis that is dependent on operational need, operational wear, or end of serviceable lifespan. Categories of non -consumable military equipment are listed below:
• Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS)
• Small Unmanned Tracked Robots
• Armored Personnel Carriers
• Command and Control Vehicles
• Breaching Shotguns
• Specialized Firearms and Assault Weapons
• Pepper ball Launchers
• LRAD’s
• Extended Range Impact Weapons (ERIW) and Projectile Launch Platforms (40mm)
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 29 Projected Acquisitions:
There is one new projected acquisition for non-consumable military equipment at this time. This projected acquisition consists of additional Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS), which would be used by the SWAT Team.
The projected acquisition is as follows:
DJI Avata
Quantity: 1
Fiscal Impact : Cost projected to be
covered by Grant Funds.
Manufacturer: DJI
Manufacturer Description: Compact and lightweight, the DJI Avata is nimble in tight spaces. Every aspect of its design was made for you to be bold. The built -in propeller guard means that if Avata comes in contact with an object, it can bounce back, stay in the air, and can keep on flying. When you combine Avata with the goggles and motion controller, flight becomes accessible to all. Equipped with a 1/1.7 -inch CMOS sensor, DJI Avata supports 4K ultra-wide angle recording with an f/2.8 aperture. Together with high grade performance, it delivers exceptional visuals that keep your audience on the edge of their seats.
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La Verne Police Department Annual Military Equipment Report 2026 30
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Policy
709
La Verne Police Department
La Verne PD Policy Manual
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Military Equipment
709.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for the approval, acquisition, and reporting requirements of military equipment (Government Code § 7070; Government Code § 7071; Government Code § 7072).
709.1.1 DEFINITIONS
Definitions related to this policy include (Government Code § 7070):
Governing body
– The elected or appointed body that oversees the Department.
Military equipment – Includes but is not limited to the following:
• Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles. • Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers. • High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV), two-and-one-half-ton trucks, five-ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached. • Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants. • Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units. • Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind. • Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature. This does not include a handheld, one-person ram.
• Firearms and ammunition of_.50 caliber or greater, excluding standard-issue shotguns and standard-issue shotgun ammunition.
• Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than_.50 caliber, including firearms and accessories identified as assault weapons in Penal Code § 30510 and Penal Code § 30515, with the exception of standard-issue firearms.
• Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles. • Noise-flash diversionary devices and explosive breaching tools. • Munitions containing tear gas or OC, excluding standard, service-issued handheld pepper spray.
• Area denial electroshock devices, microwave weapons, water cannons, long-range acoustic devices (LRADs), acoustic hailing devices, and sound cannons. • Kinetic energy weapons and munitions.
• Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.
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La Verne PD Policy Manual
Military Equipment
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709.2 POLICY
It is the policy of the La Verne Police Department that members of this department comply with the provisions of Government Code § 7071 with respect to military equipment. 709.3 MILITARY EQUIPMENT COORDINATOR
The Chief of Police should designate a member of this department to act as the military equipment coordinator. The responsibilities of the military equipment coordinator include but are not limited to:
(a) Acting as liaison to the governing body for matters related to the requirements of this policy.
(b) Identifying department equipment that qualifies as military equipment in the current possession of the Department, or the equipment the Department intends to acquire that requires approval by the governing body.
(c) Conducting an inventory of all military equipment at least annually. (d) Collaborating with any allied agency that may use military equipment within the jurisdiction of La Verne Police Department (Government Code § 7071). (e) Preparing for, scheduling, and coordinating the annual community engagement meeting to include:
1. Publicizing the details of the meeting.
2. Preparing for public questions regarding the department’s funding, acquisition, and use of equipment.
(f) Preparing the annual military equipment report for submission to the Chief of Police and ensuring that the report is made available on the department website (Government Code § 7072).
(g) Establishing the procedure for a person to register a complaint or concern, or how that person may submit a question about the use of a type of military equipment, and how the Department will respond in a timely manner.
709.4 MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
The following constitutes a list of qualifying equipment for the Department:
See attachment: Policy 709- 2024 Summary of Equipment and Projected Costs 481.pdf 709.5 APPROVAL
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall obtain approval from the governing body by way of an ordinance adopting the military equipment policy. As part of the approval process, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall ensure the proposed military equipment policy is submitted to the governing body and is available on the department website at least 30 days prior to any public hearing concerning the military equipment at issue (Government Code § 7071). The military equipment policy must be approved by the governing body prior to engaging in any of the following (Government Code § 7071):
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(a) Requesting military equipment made available pursuant to 10 USC § 2576a. (b) Seeking funds for military equipment, including but not limited to applying for a grant, soliciting or accepting private, local, state, or federal funds, in-kind donations, or other donations or transfers.
(c) Acquiring military equipment either permanently or temporarily, including by borrowing or leasing.
(d) Collaborating with another law enforcement agency in the deployment or other use of military equipment within the jurisdiction of this department. (e) Using any new or existing military equipment for a purpose, in a manner, or by a person not previously approved by the governing body.
(f) Soliciting or responding to a proposal for, or entering into an agreement with, any other person or entity to seek funds for, apply to receive, acquire, use, or collaborate in the use of military equipment.
(g) Acquiring military equipment through any means not provided above. 709.6 COORDINATION WITH OTHER JURISDICTIONS
Military equipment should not be used by any other law enforcement agency or member in this jurisdiction unless the military equipment is approved for use in accordance with this policy. 709.7 ANNUAL REPORT
Upon approval of a military equipment policy, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee should submit a military equipment report to the governing body for each type of military equipment approved within one year of approval, and annually thereafter for as long as the military equipment is available for use (Government Code § 7072).
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee should also make each annual military equipment report publicly available on the department website for as long as the military equipment is available for use. The report shall include all information required by Government Code § 7072 for the preceding calendar year for each type of military equipment in department inventory. 709.8 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing the annual report, the Department shall hold at least one well-publicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting, at which the Department should discuss the report and respond to public questions regarding the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment.
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2024 Summary of Equipment and Projected Costs / 481 Report
This report must include a summary of the equipment, how it was used, a summary of complaints received, the result of any internal audit and actions taken in response, the total annual projected cost and the quantity possessed of each type of military equi pment, and any additional equipment the agency intends to acquire in the next year. Some equipment requires immediate replacement due to replacement from operational and training usage , such as munitions, diversionary devices, and chemical agents. That equipment shall be authorized to be replaced to the current inventory required for the operational needs of the department.
Mobile Command Vehicle
Universal Eagle Mobile Command Vehicle: Completely self-contained command posts designed to provide the Incident Commander with a mobile base of operation.
Purpose: Mobile Command Vehicles are to be utilized as an Incident Command Post for planned or unplanned events. As a mobile base of operation, the vehicle contains specialized command, control, and communications equipment to assist with a mission.
Authorized Use: Operation and movement of the command vehicle may only be done by those who have met the required training requirements to safely operate the vehicle.
Training Requirements: La Verne Officers authorized to operate the Mobile Command vehicle are required to undergo a period of classroom instruction, and a driving assessment.
Fiscal Impact: $6200 in annual maintenance. (Approximate)
Armored Vehicle(s)
Lenco Bearcat G3: Commercially produced armored personnel rescue utilized for law enforcement purposes.
Purpose: To be used in the response to critical incidents to enhance officer and community safety, improve scene containment and stabilization, and assist in resolving critical incidents.
Authorized Use: The use of an armored vehicle shall only be authorized by a watch commander or SWAT commander, based on specific circumstances of a given critical incident. Armored vehicles shall be used only by officers trained in their deployment and in a manner consistent with Department policy and training.
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Training Requirements: La Verne Officers authorized to operate the Bearcat are required to undergo a period of instruction, and a driving assessment.
Fiscal Impact: $6,000 in annual maintenance. (Approximate)
Unmanned Tracked Robots
SIGYN MK1
Manufacturer: Sky Hero
Manufacture Description: SIGYN is a 4-wheeled micro robot with the ability to operate almost silently, in complete darkness, and in a GPS, WiFi, and cellular denied environment. Featuring multiple IR LEDs and dual day-night cameras with a 150-degree view, SIGYN provides a clear view in virtually any lighting conditions.
Purpose: Designed for rapid tactical missions, the robot is simple to operate and quick deploy for searching rooms, hallways, stairwells and confined spaces. Unmanned machine operating on the ground to enhance the safety to the community and officers. Also used to remotely gain visual data, deliver a phone, open doors, disrupt packages, and clear buildings.
Authorized Use: Only assigned officers who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate the robot(s). Use is established by the field officer(s) requiring the equipment.
Training Requirements: Officers authorized to operate tracked robots are required to successfully complete a classroom and practical application training in the use of the robots.
Additionally, officers train yearly on safe robot deployment in a variety of operational settings.
Fiscal Impact: $500 annual maintenance. (Approximate)
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Chemical Agents and Chemical Agent Delivery Devices
Chemical Agents and Chemical Agent Delivery Devices: Compounds, devices, and delivery systems are utilized by SWAT. Compounds can include irritants such as Chlorobenzalmalononitrile (CS) or an inflammatory agent such as Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) or Pava (synthetic OC). Chemical agents can be liquid, powder, or gaseous. Delivery systems can be pyrotechnic, blast dispersion, OC Fogger, or aerosol.
Chemical agent delivery devices consist of the following:
Burn Safe: A metal cylindrical container designed to contain a pyrotechnic chemical agent canister and reduce fire hazard upon deployment into a structure.
Purpose: Depending on the delivery method, chemical agents are capable of being introduced in close proximity or from a distance. Depending on the type of delivery system and/or quantity, chemical agents can be used to saturate individual suspects, violent crowds, or areas of varied size.
Use: Chemical agents are to be used exclusively by the SWAT Unit. Generally, during high risk tactical incidents chemical agents can be used to dislodge a suspect from a stronghold location with the least possible danger to citizens, police, and the suspect. Chemical agents can also be used to prevent an armed suspect from accurately firing at citizens and/or officers. They can also be used in limited instances during civil unrest when objectively reasonable to defend against a threat to life or serious bodily injury to any individual, including the officer, or to bring an objectively dangerous and unlawful situation safely and effectively under control. See Penal Code 13652.
Training Requirements: SWAT Officers authorized in the use of chemical agents have completed extensive chemical agent training upon successfully completing a SWAT academy.
SWAT Officers receive regular training on the deployment and use of chemical agents. SWAT Officers are required to pass annual qualifications with the use of chemical agents and chemical agent delivery systems in order to maintain proficiency.
Fiscal Impact: $1275 (Single Unit Cost)
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Chemical Agent Canisters: Canisters that contain chemical agents that are released when deployed.
• Spede-Heat CS grenade is a high volume, continuous burn canister. It expels its payload in approximately 20-40 seconds. The payload is discharged through four gas ports on top of the canister, three on the side and one on the bottom. The Spede-Heat CS grenade is designed to be used in riot control, civil unrest as well as tactical deployment situations by properly trained officers. The grenade is designed primarily for outdoor tactical situations and can be used in specific indoor applications.
Fiscal Impact: $25 (Per Unit)
• The Tri-Chamber Flameless CS Grenade - Delivers .70 oz. of agent during its 20-25 second burn time. By having the contents burn within the can and dispersing the agent through three internal ports and containing fire-producing properties with 2 internal chambers, the grenade greatly reduces the risk of fire. It is designed to detect and/or dislodge a barricaded subject during primarily indoor tactical situations.
Fiscal Impact: $34 (Per Unit)
40mm Launchers
40mm Launchers (Projectile Launch Platforms): A single shot or multi-shot Extended Range Impact Weapon (ERIW) launcher capable for firing a variety of 40mm rounds.
Purpose: 40mm launchers are capable of firing a variety of munitions with a maximum effective range of one hundred twenty (120) feet. 40mm launchers can deliver 40mm munitions in the form of chemical agents, sponge baton rounds, or combined use sponge baton OC chemical agent rounds.
Use: 40mm launchers utilized with less lethal sponge baton rounds are may be deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life-threatening behavior, as defined in Department Procedure 1.04, Use of Force. 40mm launchers utilized with less lethal sponge baton rounds may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon. Applications relating to the use of force is governed under department policy 300- Use of Force.
The main objectives that officers attempt to achieve in using an ERIW on a subject exhibiting any of the aforementioned criteria are to effect an investigative detention or arrest; control a subject who is in lawful custody; prevent an escape; or, protect the officer, the subject, or
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another person from injury or death. 40mm single launchers combined with less lethal 40mm sponge baton rounds are authorized to be used by any officer that has been trained in its use and maintains current ERIW qualifications. Applications of force on individuals is governed under department policy 300- Use of Force.
Authorized Use: Officers that are authorized to use 40mm single shot and multi-shot launchers and related munitions must successfully complete classroom and live fire training. Additionally, Officers are required to regularly train and qualify with 40mm launchers and projectile launch platforms on a regular basis to maintain proficiency.
40 mm Launchers and Rounds: 40 mm Launchers are utilized by department personnel as a less lethal tool to launch impact rounds or to deploy chemical agents. • 40 mm Exact Impact Sponge, is a less lethal 40 mm lightweight plastic and foam projectile fired from a 40 mm launcher. Fiscal Impact: $17.99 (Per Unit) • 40 mm Direct Impact OC is a less lethal 40 mm lightweight plastic and crushable foam projectile fired from a single 40 mm launcher. It delivers an OC irritant upon impact.
Fiscal Impact: $24.00 (Per Unit)
• 40 mm Direct Impact CS is a less lethal 40 mm lightweight plastic and crushable foam projectile fired from a single 40 mm launcher. It delivers a CS irritant upon impact. Fiscal Impact: $24.00 (Per Unit)
• 40 mm CS Ferret Round is a less lethal 40 mm round used to penetrate barriers, such as windows, hollow core doors, wallboard and thin plywood. Upon impacting the barrier, the nose cone ruptures and instantaneously delivers a small chemical payload inside of a structure or vehicle. Fiscal Impact: $25 (Per Unit)
Purpose: The system is designed to limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable. Situations for use of less lethal weapon systems may include, but are not limited to:
o Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals. o Riot control and civil unrest incidents.
o Potentially vicious animals.
o Training exercises or approved demonstrations.
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Def Tech- Model 1426 (40 mm Single Launcher)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The 40LMTS is a tactical 40mm single shot launcher that features an adjustable Integrated Front Grip (IFG). The Ambidextrous Lateral Sling Mount (LSM) and QD mounting systems allow both a single and two point sling attachment. The 40LMTS will fire standard 40mm Less Lethal ammunition, up to 4.8 inches in cartridge length.
Training Requirements: Officers that have been trained in the use of the 40LMTS single launcher undergo thorough classroom and live fire training in its use. Additionally, officers trained in the use of the 40LMTS single launcher must pass annual ERIW qualifications to maintain proficiency.
FISCAL Impact: $2,500 for munitions
Penn Arms-Model P540-1 (40 mm Multi Launcher)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: A 40mm pump-action advance magazine drum launcher with a fixed stock and combo rail. It has a six-shot capacity and rifled barrel. Features include: Double-action trigger, trigger lock push button and hammer lock safeties.
Training Requirements: Officers that have been trained in the use of the 40 multi single launcher undergo thorough classroom and live fire training in its use. Additionally, officers trained in the use of the 40 multi single launcher must pass annual ERIW qualifications to maintain proficiency.
Fiscal Impact: $1,100 (Per Unit)
LMT - Model 1425 (40 mm Single Launcher)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The 40LMTS is a tactical 40mm single shot launcher that features an adjustable Integrated Front Grip (IFG). The Ambidextrous Lateral Sling Mount (LSM) and QD mounting systems allow both a single and two point sling attachment. The 40LMTS will fire standard 40mm Less Lethal ammunition, up to 4.8 inches in cartridge length.
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Training Requirements: Officers that have been trained in the use of the 40LMTS launcher undergo thorough classroom and live fire training in its use. Additionally, officers trained in the use of the 40mm single launcher must pass annual ERIW qualifications to maintain proficiency.
Fiscal Impact: $40,000 to furnish ½ of all patrol vehicles with the weapons system. The other half was purchased in 2023.
Beanbag Shotguns
Beanbag Shotguns: The system is a standard Remington Model 870, 12-gauge shotgun that has been modified with an orange stock and fore-end used to deploy the less lethal 12-gauge drag stabilized bean-bag round.
Purpose: To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable. Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include, but not limited to:
o Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals. o Riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
o Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained. o Potentially vicious animals.
o Training exercises or approved demonstrations.
Authorized Use: All La Verne Officers are trained in the 12-gauge less lethal shotgun as a less lethal option in the academy and receive additional in-service training.
Training Requirements: Officers that have been trained in the use of the beanbag shotgun undergo thorough classroom and live fire training in its use. Additionally, officers trained in the use of the beanbag shotgun must pass annual qualifications to maintain proficiency.
Beanbag Shotgun
Manufacturer: Remington
Manufacturer Description: The Remington 870 Police pump-action shotgun is a rugged 12- gauge with a short, tactical 18” barrel backed by a stout 3” chamber. The all-matte black gun is Parkerized for generalized durability and rust-resistance. Both the pump action forend and stock are robust and tough synthetic.
Fiscal Impact: Zero. Beanbag shotguns are being replaced by 40mm systems.
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Beanbag Ammunition
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Beanbag Ammunition: The 12-gauge less lethal ammunition, commonly known as a beanbag round, consists of a fabric sock containing lead shot contained within a standard 2 ¾ inch shot shell casing.
Capability: Beanbag shotguns are capable of firing a 12-gauge beanbag round with a maximum effective range of sixty (60) feet.
Usage: Beanbag shotguns utilized with beanbag rounds may be deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life-threatening behavior. Beanbag shotguns utilized with beanbag rounds may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon. The main objectives that officers attempt to achieve in using the less lethal shotgun on a subject exhibiting any of the aforementioned criteria are to effect an investigative detention or arrest; control a subject who is in lawful custody; prevent an escape; or, protect the officer, the subject, or another person from injury or death. Beanbag shotguns combined with beanbag rounds are authorized to be used by any officer that has been trained in its use and maintains current less lethal shotgun qualifications. Applications relating to the use of force is governed under department policy 300- Use of Force.
Fiscal Impact: Zero. Beanbag shotguns are being replaced by 40mm systems.
Diversionary Devices (Flashbangs)
Noise-light Diversionary Device: A non-bursting, non-fragmenting multi-bang device that produces a thunderous bang with an intense bright light. Ideal for distracting dangerous suspects during assaults, hostage rescue, room entry or other high-risk arrest situations.
Purpose: To produce atmospheric over-pleasure and brilliant white light and, as a result, can cause a short-term (6-8 seconds) physiological sensory deprivation to give officers a tactical advantage. Ideal for distracting dangerous suspects during assaults, hostage rescue, room entry or other high-risk arrest situations.
Authorized Use: Diversionary Devices shall only be used by SWAT officers who have been trained in their proper use by POST certified instructors.
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Training Requirements: La Verne SWAT Officers must successfully complete a two week SWAT Academy and are subject to ongoing extensive classroom and practical application training in the use of the Diversionary Devices. Additionally, SWAT Officers regularly train on safe device deployment in a variety of operational settings.
Tactical Diversionary Device
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The Tactical Diversionary Device utilizes a M201A1 type fuze with a single use aluminum body. This compact unit is designed around a 6.5 gram water resistant charge, capable of producing an effective, yet reduced 162dB stimuli.
Fiscal Impact: $85 (Per Unit)
Distraction Device 12 gram Reload
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The Distraction Device Reload utilizes a Standard military-style M201A1 type fuze and produces 175 dB of sound output at 5 feet and 6-8 million candelas for 10 milliseconds.
Fiscal Impact: $50 (Per Unit)
Typhon Sound Distraction Device
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Description: The sound distraction device provides 5 single sounds measured at 165+db, which are hooked onto the Loki drone. The delivery system negates the risk of conventional devices.
Fiscal Impact: $800
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Breaching Shotgun and Ammunition
Breaching Shotguns and Breaching Ammunition: During crisis situations, it may become necessary for a SWAT team to facilitate an entry in to a target location. It is critical the point of entry is breached quickly and as safely as possible. A quick and effective breach is one key to a successful tactical mission. In some instances, a breach initiated by a breaching shotgun loaded with specialized breaching rounds may be required to provide an added degree of safety and tactical advantage in order to accomplish a mission.
Note: The Department possesses a limited inventory of Breaching Shotguns and Breaching Shotgun Ammunition. Breaching Shotguns are to be used exclusively by trained members of the SWAT Unit.
Purpose: Shotgun breaching, the use of a breaching shotgun to affect a breach, can be an effective option in SWAT Unit tactics. An effective breach is a design where the least amount of breaching shotgun rounds are used and still accomplishes its goal. An effective shotgun breach can defeat fortified doors and locks. Effective breaching techniques allow tactical officers immediate entry with minimal risk to victims, officers, and suspects.
Authorized Use: Breaching shotguns are to be exclusively used by the SWAT Unit. Breaching shotguns are used to breach doors expeditiously and can be used in response to barricaded suspects, hostage rescue incidents, and active shooters. Breaching shotguns are considered firearms and can be utilized as such.
Training Requirements: La Verne SWAT Officers that are trained in the use of breaching shotguns must successfully complete a month long SWAT Academy. Furthermore, SWAT Officers must undergo regular extensive classroom and live fire proficiency training in its application.
The Department currently possesses the following type of breaching shotgun and breaching shotgun ammunition:
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Breaching Shotgun
Manufacturer: Remington 870 Express Magnum
Description: 12 Gauge pump shotgun used to breach door locks or hinges during SWAT tactical operations.
Authorized Use: Only officers assigned to the SWAT Team that are trained are authorized to operate the breaching shotgun. This type of weapon would only be authorized for use during select high-risk operations and only with authorization from the SWAT Commanding Officer or Incident Commander.
Fiscal Impact: $400 (Per Unit)
Breaching Shotgun Ammunition
TKO 12-Gauge Breaching Shotgun Rounds
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The 12-Gauge TKO Breaching Round is a 12- Gauge shell loaded with a compressed zinc slug, utilizing smokeless powder as a propellant. This is a widely used method to breach door locks or hinges for entry during tactical operations. When properly deployed, the TKO is capable of defeating door lock mechanisms, door knobs, hinges, dead bolts, safety chains, and pad locks on either wooden or hollow core doors.
Upon impact with the target, the zinc slug disintegrates in to a fine powder eliminating fragmentation.
Fiscal Impact: $30 (Per Unit)
Pepper Ball Launchers and Pepper Ball Munitions
Pepper Ball Launchers and Pepper Ball munitions: A non-lethal munition system that employs paint ball launchers to fire “pepper balls” that contain powdered OC in place of paint. The pepper ball delivery system combines chemical agent exposure with kinetic energy impact to aid in its effectiveness in addressing armed and/or violent individuals or crowds. Pepper ball munitions also include glass breaking rounds.
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Purpose: Pepper ball launchers give officers the ability to address an armed and/or violent suspect(s) with a non-lethal munition that delivers both chemical agent and kinetic energy impact. This combination can be extremely effective in gaining compliance or reducing threat potential with an armed and/or violent suspect(s). Pepper balls can be delivered from a larger standoff distance allowing for an added degree of officer safety. Its high capability and accuracy allow for its use in a wide variety of operational environments. Applications relating to the use of force is governed under department policy 300- Use of Force.
Authorized Use: La Verne Officers and SWAT members trained in the use of Pepper ball launchers and pepper ball munitions may use the system. Pepper ball launchers and pepper ball munitions can be used to address armed and/or violent individuals or crowds, limited instances of violent civil unrests consistent with Penal Code section 13652, suicidal individuals, and individuals believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon. Pepper ball munitions can be effective in driving suspects from confined spaces or vehicles. La Verne Officers and SWAT members are required to qualify with the pepper ball launchers on a regular basis to maintain proficiency.
Training Requirements: La Verne Officers must be trained in the use of the Pepper ball launcher and undergo thorough classroom and live fire training in its use. Additionally, officers trained in the use of the Pepper ball launcher must pass annual qualifications to maintain proficiency.
Pepper Ball Launcher
Tippmann FT-12 Pepper Ball Launcher
Manufacturer: Tippmann
Manufacturer Description: The Tippmann FT-12 paintball marker incorporates modular internals to help reduce maintenance time by 75 percent. The FT-12 is a groundbreaking rental marker for field owners that can be serviced in less than 60 seconds without tools. The FT-12 is a compact marker with an ergonomically-positioned front vertical grip, which is ideal for a wide range of players. The marker’s patent-pending design makes gaining access to internals significantly easier – simply degas the marker, unscrew the barrel, push the unlock button on the collar, remove the barrel nut and flip the top half of the receiver off. Once inside, the modular layout of the FT-12 allows for incredibly fast and worry-free access to all key parts.
Fiscal Impact: $140 (Per Unit)
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Pepper Ball Munitions
Pepper Ball Live-X Projectile Pepper Ball Munition
Manufacturer: Pepper Ball
Manufacturer Description: Our most potent and powerful concentration of PAVA pepper powder. One round of LIVE-X contains the equivalent to 10 regular Pepper Ball Rounds.
Pepper Ball Inert- Projectile Pepper Ball Munition
*Note: This projectile is often utilized for training purposes and contains no chemical agent.
Manufacturer: Pepper Ball
Manufacturer Description: Containing a harmless, scented powder, this projectile is best suited for training, qualifications, and direct impact when chemical exposure is not desired.
Fiscal Impact: $900 (Per unit- 500 count)
Small Unarmed Aircraft Systems
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS): An unmanned aircraft of any type that is capable of sustaining directed flight, whether pre-programmed or remotely controlled, and all of the supporting or attached systems designed for gathering information through imaging, recording or by any other means.
Purpose: sUAS can support first responders in any hazardous incident which would benefit from an aerial perspective. These uses could include search and rescue, barricaded suspects and high-risk tactical operations, disaster response, and video photographic documentation of crime scenes.
Authorized Use: Only those officers who have a Remote Pilot Certification from the FAA (Part 107) are able to operate the department’s sUAS. Department personnel may operate the sUAS under the direct supervision of a certified Remote Pilot. The authorized use of sUAS is governed in the La Verne Police Departments Policy Manual section 606.
Training Requirements: Training requirements for the operation of sUAS are outlined in the La Verne Police Departments Policy Manual section 606.
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DJI Matrice 210
Manufacturer: DJI
Manufacturer Description: The ultimate platform for aerial productivity combines a rugged design and simple configurability to work as a solution for a variety of industrial applications.
Improvements to the M200 Series V2 enhance intelligent control systems, flight performance, and add flight safety and data security features.
Fiscal Impact: $1500 annual maintenance (Approximate)
DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual
Manufacture Description: Designed to empower a new generation of workers, the Mavic 2 Enterprise is the ultimate expression of a tool that delivers beyond expectation to meet current workplace challenges and future demands. Featuring:
• Visible & Thermal Imagery
• Integrated Radiometric FLIR Thermal Sensor
• Adjustable Parameters for Emissivity & Reflective Surfaces • Multiple Display Modes: FLIR MSX, Infrared & Visible
Fiscal Impact: $800 annual maintenance (Approximate)
Sky Hero
LOKI MK2: The indoor flying drone provides officers, security services with immediate capabilities to detect, reduce, and clear threats in complex terrain such as dense urban areas, confined spaces and underground passages. The Loki has the ability to carry a dedicated payload (typhon). The typhon is able to deliver 5 single 165+db diversionary sound distractions to assist SWAT with single event or burst initiation of the charge to provide maximum operational safety. The typhon is designed to negate the risks of conventional pyrotechnical devices.
Manufacture Description: LOKI is intended for close quarter, indoor and outdoor tactical scouting missions, and features a highly sensitive Night-Day + IR sensor camera giving it the ability to fly and see in complete darkness.
Fiscal Impact: $800 in annual maintenance (Approximate)
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Equipment Intended to be acquired in 2024 - 2025
This report must include the equipment to be acquired, purchased through various means, or using any new military equipment not previously approved. The following is a list of items to be potentially acquired in 2024 to update aged or damaged equipment:
Less Lethal Equipment
40mm Single Launcher: The Defensive Technologies 40LMTS is a tactical 40mm single shot launcher that features an adjustable Integrated Front Grip (IFG). The Ambidextrous Lateral Sling Mount (LSM) and QD mounting systems allow both a single and two point sling attachment. The 40LMTS will fire standard 40mm Less Lethal ammunition, up to 4.8 inches in cartridge length.
Purpose: To be used to outfit all patrol vehicles in the fleet to enhance community and officer safety, improve scene containment and stabilization, replace ineffective beanbag shotguns, and assist in resolving critical incidents.
Authorized Use: Officers authorized to use 40mm single shot launchers and related munitions must successfully complete a POST approved and annual Department training.
Cost: Approximately $40,000 to finish outfitting one-half of patrol vehicles.
Lifespan: Fifteen years
Munitions Pole
40mm Single Launcher: The munitions pole is a multi -purpose breaching tool, constructed of lightweight aluminum square tubing used to deploy distraction devices and chemical munition Purpose: The munitions pole is used to safely deploy diversionary devices, chemical munitions, or other objects (cell phones, cameras) during SWAT operations. The current pole is nonoperational and cannot be fixed. The inoperable pole is the only pole in inventory and requires immediate replacement.
Authorized Use: This equipment would be deployed during primarily during a SWAT incident, but could be utilized to gain entry into a residence during other high-risk operations on patrol.
Cost: Initial projected cost of $3,500 with no annual maintenance.
Lifespan: Fifteen years
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Small Unarmed Aircraft Systems
Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS): An unmanned aircraft of any type that is capable of sustaining directed flight, whether pre -programmed or remotely controlled, and all of the supporting or attached systems designed for gathering information through imaging, recording or by any other means.
Current drone inventory is aging, the drones are limited use, battery life is limited, and updating our current drone will align with current department operational needs.
Purpose: sUAS can support first responders in any hazardous incident which would benefit from an aerial perspective. These uses could include search and rescue, barricaded suspects and high- risk tactical operations, disaster response, and video photographic docum entation of crime scenes.
Authorized Use: Only those officers who have a Remote Pilot Certification from the FAA (Part 107) are able to operate the department’s sUAS. Department personnel may operate the sUAS under the direct supervision of a certified Remote Pilot. The authorized use of sUAS is governed in the La Verne Police Departments Policy Manual section 606.
Cost: $20,000
Lifespan: 5 Years
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: February 17, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Ken Domer, City Manager
SUBJECT: WEED ABATEMENT PROTEST HEARING.
SUMMARY
On February 2, 2026, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 26-05, accepting the Declaration List of Properties which has been found by inspections to have growing weeds or brush and /or rubbish. This item is the opportunity to hear protests from affected property owners.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council conduct a protest hearing, take appropriate action related to any protests, and following the protest hearing, direct the Los Angeles County Agricultural Commissioner/Director of Weights & Measures to abate the nuisance at declared properties.
DISCUSSION
Pursuant to the County of Los Angeles, Department of Agricultural Commissioner and Weights and Measures, the listed conditions constitute a public nuisance on designated properties and must be abated. Notices to destroy weeds were mailed to property owners notifying them of a hazard or public nuisance upon their property and that it must be abated. That notice set Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 6:30 pm. as the date and time for protests to be heard from affected property owners. The Annual Weed Abatement notice further required that owners of the declared properties must maintain their parcels in a fire-safe condition throughout the year.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
This report was reviewed and approved by the City Attorney.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Reso 26-05 Weed Abatement-Adopted
2. Declared Parcel List -La Verne
Report Prepared By:
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
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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
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 - Tuesday, February 17, 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
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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
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 - Tuesday, February 17, 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 - Tuesday, February 17, 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 - Tuesday, February 17, 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 - Tuesday, February 17, 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 - Tuesday, February 17, 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 - Tuesday, February 17, 2026
City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: February 17, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Cody Howing, City Engineer
SUBJECT: CONTRACT AWARD FOR THE CITY OF LA VERNE FIRE STATION NO. 1 LIVING QUARTERS GENDER COMPLIANCE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
SUMMARY
This action will award a construction contract to the Contractor with the lowest responsive bid submitted for the City of La Verne Fire Station No. 1 Living Quarters Gender Compliance Improvement Project. Bids were opened on January 6, 2026.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council:
1. Reject the bid submitted by Oasis Design & Construction for failure to submit a completed and signed bid proposal form;
2. Reject the bid submitted by Co Brothers LLC, for failure to submit a completed bid due to missing information on the required Subcontractor List;
3. Award a construction contract for the subject project to First Trade LLC DBA YMC in the amount of $489,000;
4. Authorize staff to issue change orders not exceeding 10% of the construction budget for a total possible construction contract cost of $537,900;
5. Authorize staff to issue a purchase order for construction management and inspection up to the amount of $40,740 to RKA Consulting Group to manage the Construction Phase of the Project; and,
6. Appropriate $243,750 in funds to the project (CF2306) budget.
DISCUSSION
The public safety building was designed in 1979 and constructed shortly after. The facility houses the La Verne Police Department, Fire Department Administration, and Fire Station 1.
For the past 45 years, the facility has supported the public safety departments as a critical hub for the department staff. However, the overall spacing is deficient for modern administration of public safety functions and design features of the facility need updates to continue to function effectively.
Various upgrades have occurred over past years to keep up with the current standards and capability needed for such a facility, but the living quarters of the fire station side of the building remain mostly original. This includes open dormitory style sleeping quarters and a singular locker and shower/restroom for use by staff on shift. While this layout was functional to staffing of the past, the arrangements do not allow for the station to house both male and female staff.
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To address this issue and improve the facility to allow the necessary staffing flexibility for a functioning fire department, improvements to the facility were identified in a prior year’s Capital Improvement Program Budget. At the time, the scope of work was focused on the restrooms, but the sleeping quarters were also identified as a necessary feature of the project. Additional funds were identified in subsequent years, and various concepts of improvements were developed and analyzed for cost-effective and operational benefit to the Fire Department.
In early 2024, CEDG was brought on board as a sub-consultant to the City's contract Engineering Consultant (RKA) to assist in developing plans for this project. CEDG brought to the city experienced staff with a background in Fire Station design and construction and past completed projects of similar or greater scope. While CEDG was a sub consultant to RKA, their team led the design process and RKA did not apply any contractual mark-up of the fees for CEDG's work. The total cost of the architectural design was $48,800.00.
The final concept of the project plans includes updating the dormitory room to allow for partitions to enhance privacy for staff on call. The “day room” portion of the living quarters will be modified to add two additional partitioned beds and a new restroom. Floor space previously occupied with exercise equipment will be modified to re-establish a new "day room". The project also includes improvements to add a Captain’s office and other facilities to enhance the use of space for current department demands.
During the design process, construction phasing was heavily considered as the proposed work would cause an impact on the function of this critical facility that operates on a 24-hour, seven days a week schedule. Closing the station to allow for construction is not an option. Construction of a temporary fire station and crew housing using modular buildings was evaluated, but the cost and impact of relocating crews was deemed too expensive, less efficient, and strained the budget with temporary water and sewer utility connections necessary for such facilities. To address this challenge, a hybrid approach alternative was selected in the final scope of the project to give crews space to be separated from the construction zone during the day while managing costs. Rather than building a full temporary fire station, the Fire Department and Public Works staff have developed a construction phasing approach that will limit the amount of temporary infrastructure needed to support crews during their daylight hours of their shift. This approach relies on breaking the construction work into four phases and requires that sleeping quarters be moved with each phase of work.
This project was originally bid in fall 2025 with bids opened in October 2025. However, in November 2025, the City Council rejected all bids and directed staff to rebid the project in part to seek a lower cost. The bid Feedback and details of bid pricing submitted for this project in October 2025 were also evaluated prior to reissuing a modified project scope. Like the prior bidding process, a pre-bid meeting was held. Attendance at the meeting was required to be considered qualified to submit a bid for the project. Not all the bidders from the October 2025 bid attended the meeting, so a second meeting was scheduled and additional outreach to past bidders was conducted to ensure additional opportunity for potentially interested contractors to comply with the bidding requirements. Attendance at both meetings was recommended but attendance of at least one was required to be deemed a qualified candidate. Of the two meetings, there were a total of 20 attendees.
Agenda Packet - Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Contract Award For The City of La Verne Fire Station No. 1 Living Quarters Gender Compliance Improvement Project., Page 3
The content of the meetings included a walk-through of the site to allow the attendees firsthand access to assess the conditions of the facility and understand the scope of work involved in constructing the proposed improvements. At both meetings, an additional opportunity was also taken to remind bidders of the formalities required in their response, which included drawing upon specific issues of the prior bids submitted in October 2025. Items include completing a subcontractor list with the percentage of contract allocated to the specific subcontractors per the document directions, signing and completing the bid package forms and emphasizing that the electronic documents uploaded as the contractor’s bid would be the basis of evaluating the bid for responsiveness, and establishing the lowest bidder. Furthermore, the day prior to the bid due date, an email was sent to all the registered bidders as a reminder to sign and complete all documents in the bid prior to completing their submittal to the City.
A total of seven bids were submitted and opened for the project. Below is a summary of the bid results:
Vendor Bid Amount
Oasis Design & Construction $389,899.00
CO Brothers LLC $449,953.00
First Trade LLC DBA YMC $489,000.00
RS Construction & Development Inc. $521,200.00
Ramco General Engineering Contractors, Inc. $529,162.00 New Millenium Construction Services $660,000.00
R Dependable Construction $660,000.00
The Engineer’s Estimate for the project was $400,000. The lowest, complete and responsive bid furnished by YMC represents an increased cost of $89,000 or 22% above the engineer’s estimate. While higher than the engineer’s estimate, this bid represents a savings of $40,162 when compared to the lowest bid submitted in the prior iteration of the project in October 2025.
City staff analyzed costs proposed against the estimate for each line item for all the bid items and found a variety of prices averaging higher and lower than compared to the engineer’s estimate. Overall, the bids did trend lower in cost when compared to a similar, but different scope of the prior project bid process from late 2025. This generally aligns with the results hoped for rebidding a modified project scope. However, omissions in the bids submitted have yet again forced the recommendation to reject what might have otherwise been a lower bid. In this process and in future bid processes, city staff will continue to address this issue, but responsibility to submit a complete bid will always rely on prospective contractors completing the furnished forms.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
The project expenses covered in this action will address construction phase project management, the construction contract, and city inspection. Typically, projects involving building construction or modifications in the City of La Verne have the plan check and inspection costs covered by respective plan check and inspection fees through the building and safety department. Rather than the City charging itself those fees, which include administrative costs, a “No Fee” permit is planned to be issued for this project and the respective costs
Agenda Packet - Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Contract Award For The City of La Verne Fire Station No. 1 Living Quarters Gender Compliance Improvement Project., Page 4
otherwise addressed by those fees will be a direct cost of the project budget. The allowance for construction management will cover consultant costs and city staff time for the project. The exact split of costs will be determined during the construction phase. City staff may be utilized to a heavier extent than some recent projects to ensure costs are managed, however, RKA will have involvement as back up should staffing resources demand additional support to manage the project. A summary of the construction costs are outlined below:
Construction Contract (YMC): $489,000.00
Construction Contract Contingency (10%): $48,900.00
Allowance for Project Management and Building Inspection: $40,740.00 Asbestos Abatement Consultant Allowance: $10,000.00
Project Total: $588,640.00
The project was originally budgeted at $410,038, which is insufficient to fully cover the previously incurred architectural and engineering costs associated with preparing the project plans and specifications, as well as the construction costs. It is recommended that City Council appropriate $243,750 in additional funding, consisting of $100,000 from the Fire Equipment Fund (Fund 252) and $143,750 from the Community Facilities District 90-1 Fund (Fund 216), to fully balance the project budget. The Project Funding Summary is:
Fire Equipment Fund (252) $200,000.00
General Capital Improvement Fund (405) $310,038.00
Community Facilities District 90-1 Fund (216) $143,750.00
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
This project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, Section 15301 Existing Facilities, and City of La Verne environmental guidelines.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this item.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution Appropriating Funds for FS1 Gender Comp CF2306
2. Bid Summary- Fire Station No. 1 - Living Quarters Gender Compliance Improvement Project
Coordinated with:
Danny Wu, Director of Public Works Brandon Coatney, Fire Chief
Agenda Packet - Tuesday, February 17, 2026
RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 ADOPTED BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF $243,750 WITHIN THE FIRE EQUIPMENT AND CFD 90-1 (Fund 252 & 216) FUNDS FOR FIRE STATION NO. 1 LIVING QUARTERS GENDER COMPLIANCE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, PROJECT NO. CF2306
WHEREAS, the City has identified the need to improve the Fire Station living quarters within the Public Safety Building to address outdated facility conditions and to meet current operational and staffing requirements; and
WHEREAS, the total cost of the project, including previously incurred design costs and construction-related expenses, exceeds the amount currently appropriated in the adopted Capital Improvement Program budget; and
WHEREAS, there is a need to amend the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Adopted Budget to appropriate funds in the amount of $243,750 to fully fund this project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Verne as follows:
Section 1. That the City Council hereby amends the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Adopted Budget by appropriating $243,750 to the Fire Station Living Quarters Improvement Project, with $100,000 appropriated from the Fire Equipment Fund (Fund 252) and $143,750 appropriated from the Community Facilities District 90-1 Fund (Fund 216), to fully fund the project.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of February, 2026.
______________________________________
Mayor Tim Hepburn
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
CERTIFICATION
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I hereby certify that the foregoing [Resolution No. XX-XX] was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of La Verne at a meeting thereof held on the 17th day of February, 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
Agenda Packet - Tuesday, February 17, 2026
BID DATE: 1/6/2026 Summary of proposals received for:
(909) 594-9702 TIME: 10:00 AM
FAX (909) 594-2658 PLACE: La Verne City Hall
398 Lemon Creek Drive, Suite E • Walnut, CA 91789
Computed By: MC
Item
No.
A1
Mobilization, Traffic Control, & Project Implementation Plan for the lump sum price of
1 L.S. 50,000.00$ $50,000.00 $23,399.00 $23,399.00 $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $27,500.00 $27,500.00 A2
Hazardous Material Testing & Abatement, AQMD
Permitting, Hauling & Disposal, Rule 1403 Compliance, all other Permitting and Complete Performance Within Phase
1 Limits to Ensure the Project is Compliant with all other Requirements of Local, State and Federal Sources
Pertaining to hazardous material removal for the Lump
Sum price of
1 L.S. 5,000.00$ $5,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $6,900.00 $6,900.00 A3
Hazardous Material Testing & Abatement, AQMD
Permitting, Hauling & Disposal, Rule 1403 Compliance, all other Permitting and Complete Performance Within Phase
2 Limits to Ensure the Project is Compliant with all other Requirements of Local, State and Federal Sources
Pertaining to hazardous material removal for the Lump
Sum price of
1 L.S. 5,000.00$ $5,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $6,900.00 $6,900.00 A4
Hazardous Material Testing & Abatement, AQMD
Permitting, Hauling & Disposal, Rule 1403 Compliance, all other Permitting and Complete Performance Within Phase
3 Limits to Ensure the Project is Compliant with all other Requirements of Local, State and Federal Sources
Pertaining to hazardous material removal for the Lump
Sum price of
1 L.S. 5,000.00$ $5,000.00 $7,000.00 $7,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $6,900.00 $6,900.00 A5
Hazardous Material Testing & Abatement, AQMD
Permitting, Hauling & Disposal, Rule 1403 Compliance, all other Permitting and Complete Performance Within Phase
4 Limits to Ensure the Project is Compliant with all other Requirements of Local, State and Federal Sources
Pertaining to hazardous material removal for the Lump
Sum price of
1 L.S. 5,000.00$ $5,000.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $4,600.00 $4,600.00 A6
Furnish and Install Temporary Day Room/Office with
Amenities as Noted in the Exhibit for Fire Station Staff for the Lump Sum price of
1 L.S. 30,000.00$ $30,000.00 $12,000.00 $12,000.00 $30,000.00 $30,000.00 $62,500.00 $62,500.00 A7
Furnish and Install all Utilities, including Power, Alarm System and all other Function required for Temporary Day Room/Office for the Duration of the Project for the Lump Sum price of
1 L.S. 25,000.00$ $25,000.00 $6,000.00 $6,000.00 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $13,000.00 $13,000.00 A8
Modify Existing Building Systems to Allow for Continuous Operations (24 Hours a Day, Seven Days A week) of
Apparatus Bays, Emergency Operations Center Police
Department Facilities, Server Room and Fire Department
Administration Office Space During Living Quarters
Updates for the Lump Sum price of
1 L.S. 35,000.00$ $35,000.00 $4,000.00 $4,000.00 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $11,000.00 $11,000.00 A9
Furnish and Install All Features for Completion of Division 06 Through Division 12 and Work Detailed in the Plans
Within Phase 1 Limits Noted on Plan Sheet A1.01,
Including but Not Limited to Rough Carpentry, Doors,
Glazing, Finishes, Specialties, And Furnishings, For a Lump Sum Price of
1 L.S. 52,500.00$ $52,500.00 $84,100.00 $84,100.00 $104,343.00 $104,343.00 $102,800.00 $102,800.00 A10
Furnish and Install All Features for Completion of Division 06 Through Division 12 and Work Detailed in the Plans
Within Phase 2 Limits Noted on Plan Sheet A1.01,
Including But Not Limited to Rough Carpentry, Doors,
Glazing, Finishes, Specialties, And Furnishings, For a Lump Sum Price of
1 L.S. 52,500.00$ $52,500.00 $85,200.00 $85,200.00 $80,000.00 $80,000.00 $93,000.00 $93,000.00 A11
Furnish and Install All Features for Completion of Division 06 Through Division 12 and Work Detailed in the Plans
Within Phase 3 Limits Noted on Plan Sheet A1.01,
Including But Not Limited to Rough Carpentry, Doors,
Glazing, Finishes, Specialties, And Furnishings, For a Lump Sum Price Of
1 L.S. 52,500.00$ $52,500.00 $115,600.00 $115,600.00 $115,000.00 $115,000.00 $78,400.00 $78,400.00 A12
Furnish and Install All Features for Completion of Division 06 Through Division 12 and Work Detailed in the Plans
Within Phase 4 Limits Noted on Plan Sheet A1.01,
Including But Not Limited to Rough Carpentry, Doors,
Glazing, Finishes, Specialties, And Furnishings, For a Lump Sum Price Of
1 L.S. 52,500.00$ $52,500.00 $37,600.00 $37,600.00 $30,610.00 $30,610.00 $59,000.00 $59,000.00 A13
Complete All Performance Testing, Function Evaluation, LA County Certifications and other Necessary Review to
Certify the Temporary Housing and Final Housing Space
Functional for Use by Fire Department Crews for the Lump Sum price of
1 L.S. 10,000.00$ $10,000.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $5,500.00 $5,500.00 A14
Disconnect All Utilities for Temporary Fire Station Housing Facilities and Restore Site to Original Conditions for the Lump Sum price of
1 L.S. 15,000.00$ $15,000.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,500.00 $5,500.00 A15
Complete All Project Punch List Items for the Lump Sum
price of
1 L.S. 5,000.00$ $5,000.00 $6,000.00 $6,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,500.00 $5,500.00 Total Base Bid
10 % Contingency
Comments
Fire Station 1 Living Quarters Gender Compliance Improvement Project Sub-Total $400,000.00 $389,899.00 $449,953.00 $489,000.00 Unit Price Total
Riverside, CA 92503
$489,000.00$449,953.00
Description Quantity Unit Unit Price
Total
$48,900.00$44,995.30$38,989.90$40,000.00
$537,900.00$494,948.30$428,888.90
TotalUnit Price Total
Apparent Low Bidder
$440,000.00
Unit Price Total
$400,000.00 $389,899.00
Incomplete Bid Incomplete Bid
Engineer's Estimate
Oasis Design &
Construction CO Brothers LLC
188 Technology Drive
First Trade LLC DBA YMC
6604 Doolittle Avenue401 E. Columbia Avenue
Irvine, CA 92618Pomona, CA 91767
Agenda Packet - Tuesday, February 17, 2026
BID DATE: 1/6/2026
(909) 594-9702 TIME: 10:00 AM
FAX (909) 594-2658 PLACE: La Verne City Hall
398 Lemon Creek Drive, Suite E • Walnut, CA 91789
Computed By: MC
Item
No.
A1
Mobilization, Traffic Control, & Project Implementation Plan for the lump sum price of
1 L.S. 50,000.00$ $50,000.00
A2
Hazardous Material Testing & Abatement, AQMD
Permitting, Hauling & Disposal, Rule 1403 Compliance, all other Permitting and Complete Performance Within Phase
1 Limits to Ensure the Project is Compliant with all other Requirements of Local, State and Federal Sources
Pertaining to hazardous material removal for the Lump
Sum price of
1 L.S. 5,000.00$ $5,000.00
A3
Hazardous Material Testing & Abatement, AQMD
Permitting, Hauling & Disposal, Rule 1403 Compliance, all other Permitting and Complete Performance Within Phase
2 Limits to Ensure the Project is Compliant with all other Requirements of Local, State and Federal Sources
Pertaining to hazardous material removal for the Lump
Sum price of
1 L.S. 5,000.00$ $5,000.00
A4
Hazardous Material Testing & Abatement, AQMD
Permitting, Hauling & Disposal, Rule 1403 Compliance, all other Permitting and Complete Performance Within Phase
3 Limits to Ensure the Project is Compliant with all other Requirements of Local, State and Federal Sources
Pertaining to hazardous material removal for the Lump
Sum price of
1 L.S. 5,000.00$ $5,000.00
A5
Hazardous Material Testing & Abatement, AQMD
Permitting, Hauling & Disposal, Rule 1403 Compliance, all other Permitting and Complete Performance Within Phase
4 Limits to Ensure the Project is Compliant with all other Requirements of Local, State and Federal Sources
Pertaining to hazardous material removal for the Lump
Sum price of
1 L.S. 5,000.00$ $5,000.00
A6
Furnish and Install Temporary Day Room/Office with
Amenities as Noted in the Exhibit for Fire Station Staff for the Lump Sum price of
1 L.S. 30,000.00$ $30,000.00
A7
Furnish and Install all Utilities, including Power, Alarm System and all other Function required for Temporary Day Room/Office for the Duration of the Project for the Lump Sum price of
1 L.S. 25,000.00$ $25,000.00
A8
Modify Existing Building Systems to Allow for Continuous Operations (24 Hours a Day, Seven Days A week) of
Apparatus Bays, Emergency Operations Center Police
Department Facilities, Server Room and Fire Department
Administration Office Space During Living Quarters
Updates for the Lump Sum price of
1 L.S. 35,000.00$ $35,000.00
A9
Furnish and Install All Features for Completion of Division 06 Through Division 12 and Work Detailed in the Plans
Within Phase 1 Limits Noted on Plan Sheet A1.01,
Including but Not Limited to Rough Carpentry, Doors,
Glazing, Finishes, Specialties, And Furnishings, For a Lump Sum Price of
1 L.S. 52,500.00$ $52,500.00
A10
Furnish and Install All Features for Completion of Division 06 Through Division 12 and Work Detailed in the Plans
Within Phase 2 Limits Noted on Plan Sheet A1.01,
Including But Not Limited to Rough Carpentry, Doors,
Glazing, Finishes, Specialties, And Furnishings, For a Lump Sum Price of
1 L.S. 52,500.00$ $52,500.00
A11
Furnish and Install All Features for Completion of Division 06 Through Division 12 and Work Detailed in the Plans
Within Phase 3 Limits Noted on Plan Sheet A1.01,
Including But Not Limited to Rough Carpentry, Doors,
Glazing, Finishes, Specialties, And Furnishings, For a Lump Sum Price Of
1 L.S. 52,500.00$ $52,500.00
A12
Furnish and Install All Features for Completion of Division 06 Through Division 12 and Work Detailed in the Plans
Within Phase 4 Limits Noted on Plan Sheet A1.01,
Including But Not Limited to Rough Carpentry, Doors,
Glazing, Finishes, Specialties, And Furnishings, For a Lump Sum Price Of
1 L.S. 52,500.00$ $52,500.00
A13
Complete All Performance Testing, Function Evaluation, LA County Certifications and other Necessary Review to
Certify the Temporary Housing and Final Housing Space
Functional for Use by Fire Department Crews for the Lump Sum price of
1 L.S. 10,000.00$ $10,000.00
A14
Disconnect All Utilities for Temporary Fire Station Housing Facilities and Restore Site to Original Conditions for the Lump Sum price of
1 L.S. 15,000.00$ $15,000.00
A15
Complete All Project Punch List Items for the Lump Sum
price of
1 L.S. 5,000.00$ $5,000.00
Total Base Bid
10 % Contingency
Comments
Sub-Total $400,000.00
Description Quantity Unit
Total
$40,000.00
Unit Price Total
$440,000.00
$400,000.00
Engineer's Estimate
$1,200.00 $1,200.00 $32,511.00 $32,511.00 $30,110.00 $30,110.00 $33,000.00 $33,000.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $14,512.00 $14,512.00 $7,800.00 $7,800.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $65,000.00 $65,000.00 $15,435.00 $15,435.00 $11,495.00 $11,495.00 $35,000.00 $35,000.00 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $16,456.00 $16,456.00 $22,000.00 $22,000.00 $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $7,000.00 $7,000.00 $11,744.00 $11,744.00 $0.00 $0.00 $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $120,000.00 $120,000.00 $126,029.00 $126,029.00 $288,273.00 $288,273.00 $135,000.00 $135,000.00 $80,000.00 $80,000.00 $105,203.00 $105,203.00 $95,786.00 $95,786.00 $135,000.00 $135,000.00 $120,000.00 $120,000.00 $117,893.00 $117,893.00 $146,036.00 $146,036.00 $135,000.00 $135,000.00 $80,000.00 $80,000.00 $52,412.00 $52,412.00 $50,250.00 $50,250.00 $135,000.00 $135,000.00 $15,500.00 $15,500.00 $12,245.00 $12,245.00 $0.00 $0.00 $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $5,500.00 $5,500.00 $14,962.00 $14,962.00 $8,250.00 $8,250.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $6,000.00 $6,000.00 $9,760.00 $9,760.00 $0.00 $0.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 Fire Station 1 Living Quarters Gender Compliance Improvement Project RS Construction & Development
Inc.
218 West E Street
Ontario, CA 91762
Unit Price Total
Ramco General Engineering
Contractors, Inc.
PO Box 920878
Sylmar, CA 91392
Unit Price Total
$529,162.00
$529,162.00
$52,916.20
$582,078.20
$521,200.00
$521,200.00
$52,120.00
$573,320.00
New Millenium Construction
Services
4158 Lugo Avenue
Chino Hills, CA 91709
Unit Price Total
R Dependable Construction, Inc.
1019 West 3rd Street
San Bernardino, CA 92410
Unit Price Total
$660,000.00
$660,000.00
$66,000.00
$726,000.00
$660,000.00
$660,000.00
$66,000.00
$726,000.00