Amended April 20 Meeting Agenda
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AMENDED COUNCIL REGULAR
MEETING AGENDA
Tim Hepburn, Mayor
Wendy Lau, Council Member
Steven Frank Johnson, Council Member
Rick Crosby, Council Member
Meshal "Kash" Kashifalghita, Mayor Pro Tem
Monday, April 20, 2026
Closed Session at 5:30 PM
Regular Meeting at 6:30 PM
La Verne City Hall - Council Chambers,
3660 D Street, La Verne, CA 91750
In compliance with the American Disabilities Act, any person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation to participate in a meeting should contact the City Clerk’s Office at (909) 596-8726 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Regular Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month.
Individuals can email their comments to the City Clerk's Office at [email protected] up to noon on the day of the meeting. Those comments will be shared with City Council in advance of the City Council meeting and included as part of the permanent record. Please be advised that public comments submitted by emails or any other format to the City are public records that will be made available for public viewing.
Individuals who wish to share their comments with Council during the meeting may do so in a variety of ways:
• Attend the City Council Meeting in person and fill out a comment card or raise your hand to request to comment on the current agenda item(s).
• Participate via Zoom, by visiting www.LaVerneCA.gov/zoom where you will be automatically redirected to the meeting or call into the meeting via phone 1-669-900-6833 and enter ID 859 1567 5867 when prompted. Public comments via Zoom may be accepted for the agenda items listed within the Consent Calendar, Public Hearing and Discussion Calendar sections of the agenda. Zoom participants who violate decorum protocols will be called to order by the presiding officer and if a violation continues, will be muted by direction of the presiding officer. • Once items are considered by the City Council, no further public comment on that matter will be accepted. A time limit of 3-minutes is set for all public comments.
Council Meeting Decorum: Per the City’s Rules for Decorum, all Speakers and Members of the Audience are to conduct themselves with decorum and not engage in willful conduct which interrupts the meeting or with the orderly conduct of the meeting.
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA - 5:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL Council Member Steven F. Johnson, Council Member Wendy Lau, Council Member Rick Crosby, Mayor Pro Tem Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, and AGENDA City Council 4/20/2026 Page 2
Mayor Tim Hepburn.
CLOSED SESSION TOPIC
Conference with Labor Negotiators, pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
Negotiators: City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and City Attorney.
Employee Organization(s): La Verne City Employees Association, La Verne Firefighters Association, La Verne Fire Middle Management Association, La Verne Police Officers Association, La Verne Police Middle Management Association, and all Unrepresented Employees.
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 - ERIC RODRIQUEZ, ARMY SERGEANT E-5 ROLL CALL Council Member Steven F. Johnson, Council Member Wendy Lau, Council Member Rick Crosby, Mayor Pro Tem Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, and Mayor Tim Hepburn.
PRESENTATIONS
Damien High School Ice Hockey Team Recognition - The Varsity Ice Hockey Team competed in the Anaheim Ducks High School Hockey League during the 2025–2026 season in the Division III Ridge Conference, which consisted of 11 teams. Throughout the regular season, the team demonstrated exceptional skill, determination, and sportsmanship, finishing in first place in their conference with an outstanding record of 15 wins and 3 losses. Advancing into the playoffs, the Team continued their impressive performance and secured the Division III Ridge Conference Championship. Following their conference victory, Damien advanced to the Anaheim Ducks High School Hockey League Commissioners Cup Final, where they faced the Division III Valley Conference champions.
With a decisive victory, the Damien High School Ice Hockey Team captured the Commissioners Cup Championship. This historic achievement marks the first time in Damien High School history that the hockey program has earned the title of Commissioners Cup Champions, representing an extraordinary accomplishment for the players, coaches, school, and community during the 2025– 2026 season.
The Team was coached by Scott Shand, Randy Scott, Samantha Pahia, and Addiel Julian. Team Manager is Amber Conway.
Varsity Players: Carter Barlow Benjamin Berry Mason Conway Ryan De La Fuente Joshua Del Rio Jack Donaldson Matthew Floum Joseph Forcheskie Evan Grana Deegan Gutierrez Connor Reger Kane Houfek Michael Ingram Mateo Julian Zissou Landeros Katherine Odell Ashton Pahia Aiden Saulibio Aydin Martinez Renner Thompson Ryan Yamamoto Boston Heston-
Rojas
Robert Scharbach
III
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Damien High School Wrestling Achievement - Damien High School Freshman Nathaniel Solorio, had the most successful season in school history. He finished the season with an outstanding overall record of 49 wins and 4 losses, showcasing his dominance on the mat. Throughout the season, Nathaniel recorded 22 pins, 19 technical falls, 88 take-downs, and 142 near falls. His achievements include becoming the 113 lb Baseline League Champion, earning the title of 113 lb CIFSS Champion, and securing a 3rd place finish at the Masters tournament in the 113 lb weight class. Congratulations Nathaniel!
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
(Any person who wishes to make a brief announcement of a future community event that is open to the public may do so at this time.)
CONSENT CALENDAR
(All items on the Consent Calendar are routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the Council or member of the audience requests separate discussion.)
1. City Council Minutes of the Closed Session & Regular meeting of April 6, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes.
2. Register of Audited Demands in the amount of $770,195.87, dated 04/01/26.
3. Updates to the Rules for the Conduct of City Council Meetings for Senate Bill 707 Compliance. Administrative Regulation 121 is being updated to comply with Senate Bill 707 and reflect current practices, including disruption response procedures.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve updates to Administrative Regulation 121:
Rules for the Conduct of City Council Meetings.
4. Citywide Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 6 and Zones 2, 3, 4-I, 4-II, 5 and 6, Engineer's Report. Approve the Engineer’s Report for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 6, set FY 2026–27 assessments, and schedule a public hearing for May 18, 2026.
Recommendation: That City Council adopt the attached Resolution, approving the Engineer’s Report, and setting the public hearing for May 18, 2026.
5. Citywide Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 7, Engineer's Report.
Approve the Engineer’s Report for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 6, including special zones, establish FY 2026–27 assessments, and set a public hearing for May 18, 2026.
Recommendation: That City Council adopt a resolution, approving the Engineer’s Report, and setting the Public Hearing for May 18, 2026.
6. Citywide Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 8, Engineer's Report.
Preliminarily approve the Engineer’s Report for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 8 (Marshall Canyon Estates Specific Plan), set FY 2026–27 assessments, and schedule a Public Hearing for May 18, 2026.
Recommendation: That City Council adopt a resolution, approving the Engineer’s Report, and setting the Public Hearing for May 18, 2026.
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7. Maintenance District No. 84-1M, Esperanza Road Slopes, Engineer's Report. Attached for City Council review is the Engineer’s Report for Maintenance District No. 84-1M. The report contains a reference to the existing plans and specifications for the area to be maintained, the estimated cost to maintain for the Fiscal Year period of July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027, and the assessment diagram.
Recommendation: That City Council adopt a resolution approving, on a preliminary basis, the Engineer’s Report and setting the Public Hearing for May 18, 2026.
8. Award of Contract for the 2025-26 City of La Verne CDBG Curb Ramp Improvement Project. This action will award a public works construction contract to Estate Design and Construction in the amount of $88,495.00 for the City of La Verne 2025-26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Curb Ramp Improvement Project. The project will be funded by CDBG and Gas Tax funds for the construction of missing or substandard curb ramps with accessible curb ramps and sidewalk panel repairs.
Recommendation: That City Council:
1. Award a public works construction contract to Estate Design and Construction the lowest, most responsible bidder, in the amount of $88,495.00 for the 2025-26 CDBG Curb Ramp Improvement Project;
2. Authorize the City Manager to issue change orders not exceeding 25% of the construction budget for a total possible cost of $110,619; and
3. Authorize staff to issue a Purchase Order for design and construction management support to RKA Consulting Group for
a not to exceed amount of $30,000.00 from available project funds from the Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project (CIP
No. SI2301)
9. Adoption of the Ordinance Updates to the La Verne Municipal Code Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units, Senate Bill 9 Two-Unit Developments, Urban Lot Splits, and the Definition of Emergency Shelter (Case Numbers 13-26ZA & 14-26ZA) and making California Environmental Quality Act Determinations.
Adoption of ordinance updates to the La Verne Municipal Code to ensure compliance with State law related to ADUs, JADUs, and SB 9 provisions and finding that the ordinances are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the following Ordinances:
1. “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF “EMERGENCY SHELTER” TO IMPLEMENT STATE LAW AND AMENDING CHAPTER 18.22 AND SECTION 16.12.060 OF THE LA VERNE
MUNICIPAL CODE TO IMPLEMENT STATE LAWS CHANGES RELATING TO TWO-
UNIT HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS AND URBAN LOT SPLITS AND MAKING A
DETERMINATION THAT THE ORDINANCE IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 65852.21 AND 66411.7 AND CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(b)(3),” and
2. “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA
AMENDING THE ZONING PROVISIONS OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY
DWELLING UNITS IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW AND MAKING A AGENDA City Council 4/20/2026 Page 5
DETERMINATION THAT THE ORDINANCE IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA PURSUANT TO PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE SECTION 21080.17.”
10. Master License Agreement for Small Cell Wireless Facilities In the Public Right-of-Way.
Approval of a City Attorney approved template Master License Agreement for small cell wireless facilities within the public right-of-way and authorizing the City Manager to issue individual pole license agreements subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Master License Agreement.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Master License Agreement for small cell wireless facilities within the public right-of-way and delegate authority to the City Manager to execute Master License Agreements and individual pole license agreements subject to the terms and conditions of the City Council approved Master License Agreement.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
11. Public Hearing to Consider an Increase in the Paramedic Fee for Fiscal Year 2026-27 from $6.70 to $6.90. Public Hearing to consider an adjustment to the Paramedic Service Fee for FY 2026–27 to support ongoing service delivery, ambulance transport, and insurance billing.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the resolution titled "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 PARAMEDIC SERVICE FEE," to adjust the monthly paramedic service fee from $6.70 to $6.90.
12. Public Hearing, Making CEQA Exemption Determinations, and Approving, Setting, and providing for Annual Cost Increases to Affordable Housing Development Impact Fees.
Consider approval of the Development Impact Fee (DIF) Nexus Study for affordable housing linkage and in-lieu fees, establishment of maximum legally defensible fee levels, setting initial fees, and direction to the City Manager to negotiate applicable fees through development agreements on a project-by-project basis as applicable.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing on the proposed Development Impact Fee update; and
2. Find that the actions proposed herein are statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines section 15378 (b) (4), 15061 (b) (3), and 15273 (Rates, Tolls, Fares, and Charges); and
3. Adopt a resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING LINKAGE & IN-
LIEU DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE JUSTIFICATION STUDY AND SETTING INITIAL FEES"; and
4. Approve a justifiable per square foot fee and provide authority to the City Manager to negotiate and determine an applicable fee amount on a project-by-project basis; and
5. Approve annual adjustments tied to the California Construction Cost Index (CCCI) to account for inflation in construction and acquisition costs.
13. Public Hearing to Determine Necessity of Utility User's Tax. Public Hearing to consider continuation of the Utility User’s Tax (UUT) in accordance with Municipal Code Section 3.10.170, supporting General Fund services including police, fire, recreation, and public works.
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Recommendation: That the City Council maintain the City's Utility User's Tax at the current voter-approved rates for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
14. Public Hearing to Approve the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Comprehensive Fee Schedule. The City's Comprehensive Fee Schedule is reviewed each year as part of the annual budget process. Adjustments are made to reflect changes in the cost of services in accordance with State and local law. The proposed Resolution provides for adjustment to the 2026-27 Comprehensive Fee Schedule.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, REPLACING RESOLUTION NO. 25-68 RELATIVE TO CERTAIN FEES AND POLICIES FOR SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE CITY OF LA VERNE."
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
15. 2026 Strategic Plan & Program Review. Overview of the February 7, 2026, Strategic Planning Session, including City Council direction on Program Review and consideration of revenue and expenditure strategies.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Receive and file this report summarizing the February 7, 2026, Strategic Planning Session; and
2. Provide continued direction to Staff regarding expenditure reductions and revenue strategies necessary to achieve a balanced budget.
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
In Memory of Karl Bauer - Karl was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving honorably from 1966 to 1968. Although his official assignment was in bridge construction, his aptitude and interest led him to take on responsibilities as a radio operator. From 1980 to 1985, he further demonstrated his commitment to public service as a volunteer deputy. In 1976, he settled in San Dimas, California, where he raised his family and became an active member of the community.
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In 2012, Mr. Bauer joined Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 12034, where he devoted himself to supporting fellow veterans. He was especially known for ensuring that new members received guidance and assistance, a commitment he upheld until the final month of his life. Outside his service and community involvement, his personal interests included golfing, woodworking, and working on automobiles.
The City Council extends its deepest condolences to the Bauer family and honors Karl Bauer’s life of service, dedication, and lasting impact on his community.
In Memory of Deputy Levi Vargas - Deputy Levi Vargas of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department tragically passed away on March 28, 2026, after suffering a medical emergency while participating in the annual Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay. He was 30 years old and an 11-year veteran of the Department, most recently assigned to the San Dimas Station. Deputy Vargas was widely respected for his professionalism, compassion, and unwavering commitment to serving his community.
The City Council extends its deepest condolences to the Vargas family, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, and all who knew and served alongside him. His service, character, and sacrifice will be remembered with honor and gratitude.
In Memory of Mark Putnam - Mark Ronald Putnam (Bonita High School Class of 1969) passed away peacefully at home on March 24, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was 74 years old. Known to many as Ronnie, he grew up in San Dimas and later made his home in La Verne. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, with a posting in Germany. Mark is survived by his beloved wife, Shirlene Davis Putnam (BHS Class of 1969); his daughter and son-in-law; two granddaughters and a grandson-in- law; and one great-granddaughter.
The community mourns the loss of a fellow Bearcat and extends heartfelt condolences to the Putnam family during this difficult time. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL IS SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, MAY 4, 2026. CLOSED/STUDY SESSION AT 5:30 P.M. REGULAR MEETING AT 6:30 P.M.
Posting Statement: A true copy of this Amended Agenda was posted on April 15, 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, April 22 - Transportation & Infrastructure Commission meeting, City Hall, 4:00 pm
Sunday, May 3 - Senior Dinner Dance, Community Center, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Monday, May 4 - Old Town La Verne Business Improvement District meeting, Café Wang, 8:30 am
Monday, May 4 - City Council meeting, City Hall, Closed/Study Session 5:30 pm, Regular meeting 6:30 pm
Tuesday, May 5 - Development Review Committee meeting, City Hall, 9 :00 am
Monday, May 11 - Senior Movie Matinee, Community Center, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Wednesday, May 13 - Planning Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
Monday, May 18 - City Council meeting, City Hall, Closed/Study Session 5:30 pm, Regular meeting 6:30 pm
Wednesday, May 20 - Senior Advisory Committee meeting, Community Center, 10:00 am
Wednesday, May 20 - Finance Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
Thursday, May 21 - Public Works Open House, City Yard, 2620 1st Street, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Table of Contents
City Council Agenda Packet, Monday, April 20, 2026
Agenda 1
Agenda Items
PRESENTATIONS
Damien High School Ice Hockey Team Recognition
Damien High School Wrestling Achievement
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Council Minutes of the 04/06/26 Closed Session and Regular meeting 9
2. Registers of Audited Demands 17
3. Updates to the Rules for the Conduct of City Council Meetings for Senate Bill 707 Compliance 20
4. Citywide Landscaping & Lighting Maintenance District No. 6 & Zones, 2,3,4-1,4-11,5 and 6, Engineer's Report 28
5. Citywide Landscaping & Lighting Maintenance District No. 7, Engineer's Report 59
6. Citywide Landscaping & Lighting Maintenance District No. 8, Engineer's Report 75
7. Maintenance District No. 84-1M, Esperanza Road Slopes, Engineer's Report 91
8. Award of Contract for 2025-26 the City of La Verne CDBG Curb Ramp Improvement Project 127
9. ORD Adoption of the Ordinance Updates to the LV Municipal Code relating to ADU's & JADU's, Senate Bill 9, etc. 133
10. Master License Agreement for Small Cell Wireless Facilities in the Public Right-of-Way 162
PUBLIC HEARING
11. Public Hearing to Consider an Increase in the Paramedic Fee for Fiscal Year 2026-27 from $6.70 to $6.90 189
12. Public Hearing Making CEQA Exemption Determinations, & Approving, Setting & providing for Annual Cost Increases 195
13. Public Hearing to Determine Necessityof Utility User's Tax 255
14. Public Hearing to Approve the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Comprehensive Fee Schedule 257
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
15. 2026 Strategic Plan & Program Review 346
AMENDED COUNCIL REGULAR
MEETING AGENDA
Tim Hepburn, Mayor
Wendy Lau, Council Member
Steven Frank Johnson, Council Member
Rick Crosby, Council Member
Meshal "Kash" Kashifalghita, Mayor Pro Tem
Monday, April 20, 2026
Closed Session at 5:30 PM
Regular Meeting at 6:30 PM
La Verne City Hall - Council Chambers,
3660 D Street, La Verne, CA 91750
In compliance with the American Disabilities Act, any person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation to participate in a meeting should contact the City Clerk’s Office at (909) 596-8726 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. Regular Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month.
Individuals can email their comments to the City Clerk's Office at [email protected] up to noon on the day of the meeting. Those comments will be shared with City Council in advance of the City Council meeting and included as part of the permanent record. Please be advised that public comments submitted by emails or any other format to the City are public records that will be made available for public viewing.
Individuals who wish to share their comments with Council during the meeting may do so in a variety of ways:
• Attend the City Council Meeting in person and fill out a comment card or raise your hand to request to comment on the current agenda item(s).
• Participate via Zoom, by visiting www.LaVerneCA.gov/zoom where you will be automatically redirected to the meeting or call into the meeting via phone 1-669-900-6833 and enter ID 859 1567 5867 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
CITY OF LA VERNE
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Mayor Tim Hepb
urn.
CLOSED SESSION TOPIC
Conference with Labor Negotiators, pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
Negotiators: City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and City Attorney.
Employee Organization(s): La Verne City Employees Association, La Verne Firefighters Association, La Verne Fire Middle Management Association, La Verne Police Officers Association, La Verne Police Middle Management Association, and all Unrepresented Employees.
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 - ERIC RODRIQUEZ, ARMY SERGEANT E-5 ROLL CALL Coun
cil Member Steven F. Johnson, Council Member Wendy Lau, Council Member Rick Crosby, Mayor Pro Tem Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, and Mayor Tim Hepburn.
PRESENTATIONS
Damien High School Ice Hockey Team Recognition - The Varsity Ice Hockey Team competed in the Anaheim Ducks High School Hockey League during the 2025–2026 season in the Division III Ridge Conference, which consisted of 11 teams. Throughout the regular season, the team demonstrated exceptional skill, determination, and sportsmanship, finishing in first place in their conference with an outstanding record of 15 wins and 3 losses. Advancing into the playoffs, the Team continued their impressive performance and secured the Division III Ridge Conference Championship. Following their conference victory, Damien advanced to the Anaheim Ducks High School Hockey League Commissioners Cup Final, where they faced the Division III Valley Conference champions.
With a decisive victory, the Damien High School Ice Hockey Team captured the Commissioners Cup Championship. This historic achievement marks the first time in Damien High School history that the hockey program has earned the title of Commissioners Cup Champions, representing an extraordinary accomplishment for the players, coaches, school, and community during the 2025– 2026 season.
The Team was coached by Scott Shand, Randy Scott, Samantha Pahia, and Addiel Julian. Team Manager is Amber Conway.
Varsity Players: Carter Barlow Benjamin Berry Mason Conway Ryan De La Fuente Joshua Del Rio Jack Donaldson Matthew Floum Joseph Forcheskie Evan Grana Deegan Gutierrez Connor Reger Kane Houfek Michael Ingram Mateo Julian Zissou Landeros Katherine Odell Ashton Pahia Aiden Saulibio Aydin Martinez Renner Thompson Ryan Yamamoto Boston Heston-
Rojas
Robert Scharbach
III
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Damien High School Wrestling Achievement - Damien High School Freshman Nathaniel Solorio, had the most successful season in school history. He finished the season with an outstanding overall record of 49 wins and 4 losses, showcasing his dominance on the mat. Throughout the season, Nathaniel recorded 22 pins, 19 technical falls, 88 take-downs, and 142 near falls. His achievements include becoming the 113 lb Baseline League Champion, earning the title of 113 lb CIFSS Champion, and securing a 3rd place finish at the Masters tournament in the 113 lb weight class. Congratulations Nathaniel!
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 Calen
dar are routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the Council or member of the audience requests separate discussion.)
1. City Council Minutes of the Closed Session & Regular meeting of April 6, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes.
2. Register of Audited Demands in the amount of $770,195.87, dated 04/01/26.
3. Updates to the Rules for the Conduct of City Council Meetings for Senate Bill 707 Compliance. Administrative Regulation 121 is being updated to comply with Senate Bill 707 and reflect current practices, including disruption response procedures.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve updates to Administrative Regulation 121:
Rules for the Conduct of City Council Meetings.
4. Citywide Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 6 and Zones 2, 3, 4-I, 4-II, 5 and 6, Engineer's Report. Approve the Engineer’s Report for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 6, set FY 2026–27 assessments, and schedule a public hearing for May 18, 2026.
Recommend
ation: That City Council adopt the attached Resolution, approving the Engineer’s Report
, and setting the public hearing for May 18, 2026.
5. Citywide Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 7, Engineer's Report.
Approve the Engineer’s Report for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 6, including special zones, establish FY 2026–27 assessments, and set a public hearing for May 18, 2026.
Recommendation: That City Council adopt a resolution, approving the Engineer’s Report, and setting the Public Hearing for May 18, 2026.
6. Citywide Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 8, Engineer's Report.
Preliminarily approve the Engineer’s Report for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 8 (Marshall Canyon Estates Specific Plan), set FY 2026–27 assessments, and schedule a Public Hearing for May 18, 2026.
Recommend
ation: That City Council adopt a resolution, approving the Engineer’s Report, and setting the Public Hearing for May 18, 202
6.
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7. Maintenance District No. 84-1M, Esperanza Road Slopes, Engineer's Report. Attached for City Council review is the Engineer’s Report for Maintenance District No. 84-1M. The report contains a reference to the existing plans and specifications for the area to be maintained, the estimated cost to maintain for the Fiscal Year period of July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027, and the assessment diagram.
Recommend
ation: That City Council adopt a resolution approving, on a preliminary basis, the Engineer’s Repo
rt and setting the Public Hearing for May 18, 2026.
8. Award of Contract for the 2025-26 City of La Verne CDBG Curb Ramp Improvement Project. This action will award a public works construction contract to Estate Design and Construction in the amount of $88,495.00 for the City of La Verne 2025-26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Curb Ramp Improvement Project. The project will be funded by CDBG and Gas Tax funds for the construction of missing or substandard curb ramps with accessible curb ramps and sidewalk panel repairs.
Recommendation: That City Council:
1. Award a public works construction contract to Estate Design and Construction the lowest, most responsible bidder, in the amount of $88,495.00 for the 2025-26 CDBG Curb Ramp Improvement Project;
2. Authorize the City Manager to issue change orders not exceeding 25% of the construction budget for a total possible cost of $110,619; and
3. Authorize staff to issue a Purchase Order for design and construction management support to RKA Consulting Group for
a not to exceed amount of $30,000.00 from available project funds from the Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project (CIP
No. SI2301)
9. Adoption of the Ordinance Updates to the La Verne Municipal Code Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units, Senate Bill 9 Two-Unit Developments, Urban Lot Splits, and the Definition of Emergency Shelter (Case Numbers 13-26ZA & 14-26ZA) and making California Environmental Quality Act Determinations.
Adoption of ordinance updates to the La Verne Municipal Code to ensure compliance with State law related to ADUs, JADUs, and SB 9 provisions and finding that the ordinances are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the following Ordinances:
1. “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF “EMERGENCY SHELTER” TO IMPLEMENT STATE LAW AND AMENDING CHAPTER 18.22 AND SECTION 16.12.060 OF THE LA VERNE
MUNICIPAL CODE TO IMPLEMENT STATE LAWS CHANGES RELATING TO TWO-
UNIT HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS AND URBAN LOT SPLITS AND MAKING A
DETERMINATION THAT THE ORDINANCE IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 65852.21 AND 66411.7 AND CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(b)(3),” and
2. “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA
AMENDING THE ZONING PROVISIONS OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY
DWELLING UNITS IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW AND MAKING A
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DETERMINATION THAT THE ORDINANCE IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA PURSUANT TO PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE SECTION 21080.17.”
10. Master License Agreement for Small Cell Wireless Facilities In the Public Right-of-Way.
Approval of a City Attorney approved template Master License Agreement for small cell wireless facilities within the public right-of-way and authorizing the City Manager to issue individual pole license agreements subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Master License Agreement.
Recommend
ation: That the City Council approve the Master License Agreement for small cell wireless f
acilities within the public right-of-way and delegate authority to the City Manager to execute Master License Agreements and individual pole license agreements subject to the terms and conditions of the City Council approved Master License Agreement.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
11. Public Hearing to Consider an Increase in the Paramedic Fee for Fiscal Year 2026-27 from $6.70 to $6.90. Public Hearing to consider an adjustment to the Paramedic Service Fee for FY 2026–27 to support ongoing service delivery, ambulance transport, and insurance billing.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the resolution titled "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 PARAMEDIC SERVICE FEE," to adjust the monthly paramedic service fee from $6.70 to $6.90.
12. Public Hearing, Making CEQA Exemption Determinations, and Approving, Setting, and providing for Annual Cost Increases to Affordable Housing Development Impact Fees.
Consider approval of the Development Impact Fee (DIF) Nexus Study for affordable housing linkage and in-lieu fees, establishment of maximum legally defensible fee levels, setting initial fees, and direction to the City Manager to negotiate applicable fees through development agreements on a project-by-project basis as applicable.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing on the proposed Development Impact Fee update; and
2. Find that the actions proposed herein are statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines section 15378 (b) (4), 15061 (b) (3), and 15273 (Rates, Tolls, Fares, and Charges); and
3. Adopt a resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING LINKAGE & IN-
LIEU DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE JUSTIFICATION STUDY AND SETTING INITIAL FEES"; and
4. Approve a justifiable per square foot fee and provide authority to the City Manager to negotiate and determine an applicable fee amount on a project-by-project basis; and
5. Approve annual adjustments tied to the California Construction Cost Index (CCCI) to account for inflation in construction and acquisition costs.
13. Public Hearing to Determine Necessity of Utility User's Tax. Public Hearing to consider continuation of the Utility User’s Tax (UUT) in accordance with Municipal Code Section 3.10.170, supporting General Fund services including police, fire, recreation, and public works.
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Recommendation: That the City Council maintain the City's Utility User's Tax at the current voter-approved rates for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
14. Public Hearing to Approve the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Comprehensive Fee Schedule. The City's Comprehensive Fee Schedule is reviewed each year as part of the annual budget process. Adjustments are made to reflect changes in the cost of services in accordance with State and local law. The proposed Resolution provides for adjustment to the 2026-27 Comprehensive Fee Schedule.
Recommend
ation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, REPLACING RESOLUTION NO.
25-68 RELATIVE TO CERTAIN FEES AND POLICIES FOR SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE CITY OF LA VERNE."
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
15. 2026 Strategic Plan & Program Review. Overview of the February 7, 2026, Strategic Planning Session, including City Council direction on Program Review and consideration of revenue and expenditure strategies.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Receive and file this report summarizing the February 7, 2026, Strategic Planning Session; and
2. Provide continued direction to Staff regarding expenditure reductions and revenue strategies necessary to achieve a balanced budget.
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 add
ress 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
In Memory of Karl Bauer - Karl was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving honorably from 1966 to 1968. Although his official assignment was in bridge construction, his aptitude and interest led him to take on responsibilities as a radio operator. From 1980 to 1985, he further demonstrated his commitment to public service as a volunteer deputy. In 1976, he settled in San Dimas, California, where he raised his family and became an active member of the community.
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In 2012, Mr. Bauer joined Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 12034, where he devoted himself to supporting fellow veterans. He was especially known for ensuring that new members received guidance and assistance, a commitment he upheld until the final month of his life. Outside his service and community involvement, his personal interests included golfing, woodworking, and working on automobiles.
The City Council extends its deepest condolences to the Bauer family and honors Karl Bauer’s life of service, dedication, and lasting impact on his community.
In Memory of Deputy Levi Vargas - Deputy Levi Vargas of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department tragically passed away on March 28, 2026, after suffering a medical emergency while participating in the annual Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay. He was 30 years old and an 11-year veteran of the Department, most recently assigned to the San Dimas Station. Deputy Vargas was widely respected for his professionalism, compassion, and unwavering commitment to serving his community.
The City Council extends its deepest condolences to the Vargas family, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, and all who knew and served alongside him. His service, character, and sacrifice will be remembered with honor and gratitude.
In Memory of Mark Putnam - Mark Ronald Putnam (Bonita High School Class of 1969) passed away peacefully at home on March 24, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was 74 years old. Known to many as Ronnie, he grew up in San Dimas and later made his home in La Verne. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, with a posting in Germany. Mark is survived by his beloved wife, Shirlene Davis Putnam (BHS Class of 1969); his daughter and son-in-law; two granddaughters and a grandson-in- law; and one great-granddaughter.
The community mourns the loss of a fellow Bearcat and extends heartfelt condolences to the Putnam family during this difficult time. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL IS SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, MAY 4, 2026. CLOSED/STUDY SESSION AT 5:30 P.M. REGULAR MEETING AT 6:30 P.M.
Posting Statement: A true copy of this Amended Agenda was posted on April 15, 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 MEETIN
GS
Wednesday, April 22 - Transportation & Infrastructure Commission meeting, City Hall, 4:00 pm
Sunday, May 3 - Senior Dinner Dance, Community Center, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Monday, May 4 - Old Town La Verne Business Improvement District meeting, Café Wang, 8:30 am
Monday, May 4 - City Council meeting, City Hall, Closed/Study Session 5:30 pm, Regular meeting 6:30 pm
Tuesday, May 5 - Development Review Committee meeting, City Hall, 9 :00 am
Monday, May 11 - Senior Movie Matinee, Community Center, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Wednesday, May 13 - Planning Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
Monday, May 18 - City Council meeting, City Hall, Closed/Study Session 5:30 pm, Regular meeting 6:30 pm
Wednesday, May 20 - Senior Advisory Committee meeting, Community Center, 10:00 am
Wednesday, May 20 - Finance Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
Thursday, May 21 - Public Works Open House, City Yard, 2620 1st Street, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
MINUTES OF THE CLOSED SESSION & REGULAR
MEETING ON APRIL 6, 2026
ACTION MINUTES
“see italics”
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA - 5:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER – meeting was called to order at 5:31 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 (arrived at 5:36 pm), Lau, Kashifalghita, and Hepburn.
Council Members Absent: None
Advisory Staff Present: City Manager Domer, Assistant City Manager Ranells, and City Attorney Hall Barlow.
CLOSED SESSION TOPIC
City Attorney Hall Barlow read the closed session items for the record.
Conference with Labor Negotiators, pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 Negotiators: City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and City Attorney.
Employee Organization(s): La Verne City Employees Association, La Verne Firefighters Association, La Verne Fire Middle Management Association, La Verne Police Middle Management Association, and all Unrepresented Employees.
Conference with Legal Counsel, Existing Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Workmen’s Comp Case - Case # ADJ 22309982
Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1). (1 case) - Gonzalez, J. v. City of La Verne, La Verne Police Dept. Case No. 24STCV34625.
Existing litigation Re National Prescription Opiate Litigation - Associated Pharmacies, Inc (and American Associated Pharmacies); J M Smith Corporation; Louisiana Wholesale Drug Company, Inc.; Morris and Dickson Co.; North Carolina Mutual Wholesale Drug Company, Inc.; and United Natural Foods, Inc. (Remnant Defendants)
USDC, Northern District of Ohio, MDL No. 2804
Rubris Reference Number: CL-1763034
Mayor Hepburn called for Public Comment: There was none.
The City Council recessed at 5:33 PM into Closed Session.
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 6:30 PM – meeting called to order at 6:36 PM.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - ARMY VETERAN THEODORE LENGEL
Mayor Pro Tem Kashifalghita, on behalf of City Council, presented Mr. Lengel 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 Manager Ranells, and City Attorney Hall Barlow.
Closed Session Report Out - City Attorney Hall Barlow reported on the Opioid Litigation matter, on motion by Council Member Crosby, seconded by Lau and approved by a 5-0 vote, the City will participate in the settlements for what are known as the remnant defendants and approved the City Manager approving subsequent settlements by other manufacturers and distributors of opioids.
PRESENTATIONS
Outstanding Older American - Jack Mansell - The Senior Advisory Committee (SAC) has nominated one senior citizen for the Older American Recognition Award. This recognition is part of the Los Angeles County Commission for Older Adults (LACCOA) Annual Older Americans Recognition Day (OARD) Awards Program, which honors a senior citizen from each city in Los Angeles County. The Senior Advisory Committee nominated Jack Mansell as the City's Outstanding Older American.
Council presented Mr. Mansell with a Pride of La Verne certificate.
Recognition of Dr. Henderson for Service as Medical Director for LVFD - Dr. Henderson served the City of La Verne and the La Verne Fire Department for many years as the EMS Medical Director, generously volunteering his time and expertise without compensation. His leadership and medical oversight were instrumental in shaping the EMS program, supporting personnel, and ensuring high- quality patient care for the community. We would like to formally recognize his lasting contributions, mentorship, and the positive impact he has had on the department.
Chief Coatney recognized Dr. Henderson, who was not able to attend.
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 Comments received from: Adrian Romero, Library Manager, Sherry Best and Kathy Kalousek from the LV Historical Society, Maria McKinney VFW Post 12034, and Gil Ivey CASI Member.
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Mayor Pro Tem Kashifalghita announced the upcoming Community Gathering and Powwow event from the Carmel Band of Rumsen Indians, an event that might be of interest to our community members who are from the same tribe and would like to attend this event. It will be on April 17th through 19th, at Arcadia County Park.
Mayor Hepburn announced the Police Officer’s Association Golf Tournament, which is coming up on April 20th, sponsorships are still available and will support the Police Explorer Program. The LVPOA website will have all the information to sign up, make donations, etc.
Council Member Crosby announced that Sunday, April 19th will be the Opening Day for Autism Spectrum Baseball, ages 5-18 at Wheeler Park, throughout the day.
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.)
Consent items #2, 7 and 8 were pulled by resident Richard Bowen, it was then moved by Crosby , seconded by Lau, to approve consent calendar items 1, 3, 4, 5, & 6. These items were approved by a vote of 5-0.
1. City Council Minutes of the Closed Session & Regular meeting of March 16, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes. Approved
2. Registers of Audited Demands in the amount of $2,147,648.67, dated 03/11/26, and in the amount of $937,536.84, dated 03/04/26, and in the amount of $394,086.76, dated 03/18/26.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the audited demands.
After a brief discussion this item was approved by a vote of 5-0, moved by Crosby, seconded by Johnson.
3. Senior Advisory Committee Appointment. Following an unexpected vacancy on the Senior Advisory Committee (SAC), the City solicited applications to fill the role. Upon the close of the application period, two applications were received. The SAC recommends that Mary Smith be appointed to serve a term through June 30, 2027.
Recommendation: That the City Council accept the Senior Advisory Committee's recommendation to appoint Mary Smith to serve a term through June 30, 2027. Approved
4. Resolution Accepting the Fire Department's 2025 Report on Compliance with State Inspection Mandates. In accordance with Senate Bill 1205 (SB1205), all fire departments in California must annually inspect specified buildings and report compliance to their administering authority.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ACKNOWLEDGING RECEIPT OF A REPORT MADE BY THE FIRE CHIEF OF THE LA VERNE FIRE DEPARTMENT’S
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REQUIREMENT TO INSPECT CERTAIN OCCUPANCIES PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 13146.2 AND 13146.3 OF THE CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE.” Approved
5. Police Shooting Range Use Agreement with Claremont Police Department. This agreement allows authorized Claremont Police Department personnel to utilize the La Verne Police Department's shooting range for training and qualification purposes.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to renew the Agreement for Use of the La Verne Police Department's Shooting Range with the Claremont Police Department. Approved
6. Police Shooting Range Use Agreement with Glendora Police Department. This agreement allows authorized Glendora Police Department personnel to utilize the La Verne Police Department's shooting range for training and qualification purposes.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to renew the Agreement for Use of the La Verne Police Department's shooting range with the Glendora Police Department. Approved
7. Approval of a Salary Range for Utilities Manager. Consideration of a resolution approving a revised salary range for the Utilities Manager position to align with current market conditions.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the attached Resolution titled, “A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A SALARY RANGE FOR UTILITIES MANAGER.”
After a brief discussion this item was approved by a vote of 5-0, moved by Crosby, seconded by Kashifalghita.
8. Second reading and adoption of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE NO. 114-25ZC, A REQUEST BY HILLCREST HOMES TO CHANGE THE ZONE DESIGNATION FROM “PR4.5D” TO “INSTITUTIONAL” FOR THE SITES LOCATED AT AIN: 8381-010-028, AIN: 8381-010-033, AIN: 8381-010-006, AND AIN: 8381-012-013." The second reading and adoption of an Ordinance to change the zone designation from “PR4.5D” to “INSTITUTIONAL” for the sites located within the Brethren Hillcrest Homes facility.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt an Ordinance, entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CASE NO. 114-25ZC, A REQUEST BY HILLCREST HOMES TO CHANGE THE ZONE DESIGNATION FROM “PR4.5D” TO “INSTITUTIONAL” FOR THE SITES LOCATED AT AIN: 8381-010-028, AIN: 8381-010-033, AIN: 8381-010-006, AND AIN: 8381-012-013."
After a brief discussion this item was approved by a vote of 5-0, moved by Kashifalghita, seconded by Lau.
PUBLIC HEARING
9. First Reading of Ordinance Updates to the La Verne Municipal Code Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units, Senate Bill 9 Two-Unit Developments, Urban Lot Splits, and the Definition of Emergency Shelter (Case Numbers 13-26ZA & 14-26ZA) and making California Environmental Quality Act Determinations.
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First Reading for updates to the La Verne Municipal Code to ensure compliance with State law related to ADUs, JADUs, and SB 9 provisions and finding that the ordinances are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.
Recommendation: That the City Council should conduct a Public Hearing, introducing by title only and waiving further reading of the following Ordinances:
1. “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF “EMERGENCY SHELTER” TO IMPLEMENT STATE LAW AND AMENDING CHAPTER 18.22 AND SECTION 16.12.060 OF THE LA VERNE
MUNICIPAL CODE TO IMPLEMENT STATE LAWS CHANGES RELATING TO TWO-
UNIT HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS AND URBAN LOT SPLITS AND MAKING A
DETERMINATION THAT THE ORDINANCE IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 65852.21 AND 66411.7 AND CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(b)(3),” and
2. “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA
AMENDING THE ZONING PROVISIONS OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY
DWELLING UNITS IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW AND MAKING A
DETERMINATION THAT THE ORDINANCE IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA PURSUANT TO PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE SECTION 21080.17.”
Mayor Hepburn opened the Public Hearing and Assistant Planner Chin reported on this item.
Council Comments: None
Public Comments: None
It was moved by Kashifalghita, seconded by Johnson, and approved by a vote of 5-0.
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
10. Update on Route 66 Centennial and America 250 Programming and Approval of Public Art Fund Appropriation for Banner Program. To celebrate the Route 66 Centennial and America 250 milestones, the City has developed a series of programming initiatives in collaboration with community groups. Implementation of the Banner Program will require the appropriation of $25,000 from the General Capital Improvement Fund, which holds the Public Art Funds.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Receive and file this report;
2. Provide direction on the proposed programming efforts; and
3. Adopt a Resolution appropriating $25,000 of Public Art Funds from the General Capital Improvement Fund to support the Banner Program.
Management Analyst Blockinger reported on this item.
Council Discussion/Comments: Council discussed the different options of this project and the ultimate desired outcome.
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Public Comments: Sherry Best
All recommendations above were approved by a vote of 5-0, on a motion by Crosby, seconded by Lau.
11. Bonita Unified School District Measure A - June 2026 Election. The Bonita Unified School District has placed Measure A on the June 2, 2026, ballot to authorize $256 million in bonds for school facility repairs and upgrades, subject to Proposition 39 accountability requirements and a projected tax rate of $59 per $100,000 of assessed value. At the March 2, 2026, City Council meeting, Mayor Tim Hepburn and Council Member Rick Crosby requested the measure be brought forward for Council discussion and consideration of support.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a resolution in support for the Bonita Unified School District Measure A Bond Measure.
Council Discussion/Comments: Council discussed the bond measure and are in support it.
Public Comments: Theodore Lengel, Jeff Friend, Bruce Becker, Richard Bowen, Sherry Best, Cynthia Tyner, Chantal Steiber, Kathy Newlan, Jaime Riley, and Gloria.
Approved by a vote of 5-0, on a motion by Crosby, seconded by Kashifalghita.
12. SGVCOG & City of Pomona Proposed Arrow Highway Class IV Bikeway Design. The San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) and City of Pomona are proposing improvements on Arrow Highway that include the addition of a Class IV bikeway among other features, with impacts to the City of La Verne. Based on feedback from the January 20, 2026, Council Meeting, SGVCOG staff have conducted further study of the proposed improvements and are submitting the findings for the review and consideration of the City Council.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Support coordination with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments and the City of Pomona to advance the Class IV bikeway along Arrow Highway consistent with Pomona City Council approved Alternative 4;
2. Confirm the preferred bikeway terminus at the White Avenue/Arrow Highway intersection within the City of La Verne;
3. Direct staff to work with partner agencies to incorporate traffic signal modifications and pavement rehabilitation within the City’s segment, as appropriate; and
4. Authorize staff to continue design coordination and return to the City Council with any required agreements, cost-sharing arrangements, or approvals necessary for project implementation.
City Engineer Howing reported on this item.
Council Discussion/Comments: Council discussed the elements of this project and the ultimate desired outcome.
Public Comments: Jaime Riley, Bruce Becker, and Chantal Steiber.
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All recommendations above were approved by a vote of 5-0, on a motion by Lau, seconded by Kashifalghita.
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: Kathy Kalousek and Bruce Becker.
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.
Council Comments: Mayor Pro Tem Kashifalghita commented that the Cool Cruise 2026 was an amazing success, the Mayor’s choice for the best car was a 1966 Mustang. Graduation is right around the corner, there will be some amazing folks future leaders graduating from our local schools, also will be attending the SGV Vector Control Board event, and is hoping to have a representative come to La Verne to discuss the latest wave of biting flies.
Council Member Lau announced that Tri-City Authority, at the recent meeting, decided on a consultant to assist with social media to get information out to people on the programs and resources they provide to La Verne, Claremont, and Pomona, also there are Community Well Being grants available up to $25,000 that are being awarded, application are open to organizations until April 13th at noon, for more information go to the Tri-City website. 4th of July is right around the corner, we are looking for sponsors to help with the various events, and the ULV Gala will be on Saturday, May 2nd , and thanked LVPD and LVFD for the silent auction donations.
Council Member Crosby attended the Foothill Terrace MHP public safety meeting where Fire Chief Coatney was the speaker, also additional information on the Autism Spectrum Athletics baseball opening day on Sunday, April 19th , the T-Ball division will start at 12:30 pm, and the Minor Division at 2:00 pm, and the Major Division at 3:30 pm. Congressmen Cisneros will be at Public Safety tomorrow, April 7, at 1:30 pm to present a ceremonial big check for over $1 M dollars to help renovate the public safety office. The Pomona Valley Transit Authority meeting will be on Wednesday, April 8th at City Hall, also the 4th of July parade applications are now open.
Council Member Johnson remembered the recent passing of two members of our community, Darryl Brandt, part owner of JBJ Ranch, and secondly Mark Putnam, Army Veteran and cousin to Council Member Johnson.
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Mayor Hepburn commented on the changes to the City and Council over the past few years and the need to look at things with fresh eyes and make changes, we have great staff, leadership, and attorney representation to guide us. We recently lost a Band of Brothers member Karl Bauer, a wonderful, funny person who was always there, he will be tremendously missed, our hearts and prayers go out to his family.
ADJOURNMENT - meeting adjourned at 9:22 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Debra Fritz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk
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CITY OF LA VERNE
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS
4/ 1/2026
FY 25-26
DEMANDS PRESENTED HAVE BEEN APPROVED CONSISTENT WITH THE CITY'S PURCHASING/FUNDING POLICY AND HAVE BEEN REVIEWED BY THE DIRECTOR FOR ACCURACY AND PROPER APPROVAL.
SUMMARY OF DEMANDS
LARGEST 10 CITY DEMAND PAYMENTS OTHER THAN PAYROLL AND RELATED BENEFITS.
AMOUNT
223,573.05
2. 201,226.48
3. 146,329.02
4. 25,197.50
5. 20,637.50
6. 14,949.00
7. 14,190.00
8. 9,658.61
9. 8,463.95
10. 8,151.17
97,352.60
s 769,728.88
ISSUED TO
IMPEX TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
MNR CONSTRUCTION, INC.
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
SDI PRESENCE LLC
CIVILTEC ENGINEERJNG, INC.
WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC
UCLA CENTER FOR PREHOSPIT AL CARE
FORD OF UPLAND. LLC
BRENNTAG PACIFIC, INC.
WITTMAN ENTERPRISES, LLC
OTHER DEMANDS
DESCRJPTION
DELL XC660 CORE BASE SERVERS (L.A. CLEAR)
PROGRESS PAYMENT #1 ·PLATEAU FOREBA Y TRANSMISSION PIPELINE PROJECT OCTOBER 2025 AND JANUARY 2026 PAYROLL (L.A. CLEAR
FEBRUARY 2026 LICENSE SRVC AND IT SUPPORT
FEBRUARY 2026 SRVICE VARJOUS PROJECTS
TREE MAJNTENACE AND TREE REMOVALS 03/01-16/2026
JULY 2025, JANUARY AND FEBRUARY 2026 SERVICE CONT ACT
TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT AND PART AND LABOR CHARGES FORD F-450 YR'l9 AMMONIUM SULFATE AND LA CHEMCHLORSODfUM
FEBRUARY 2026 CHARGES PER CONTRACT
DEMANDS OF $466.99 WERE PAID ON BEHALF OF LA IMPACT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCE OPERATIONS.
IN ACCORDANCE WITH GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 37202, I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A TRUE AND ACCURATE REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS.
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CfTY OF LA VERNE FY 25-26
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIB[T A 04/01/26
CHECK NO. AMOUNT ISSUED TO
176610 3,955.90 AARDVARK
176612 93.41 ALBERTSONS/SAFEWA Y
176613 288.49 AMBER PROPERTY INVESTMENTS LLC
176614 1,050.00 ANGELICA MORALES
176615 100.00 ANTHONY KWOK
176616 4,209.98 ATKINSON,ANDELSON,LOYA,RlJUD & ROMO
176617 89.19 ATP CA, INC./ATP FLIGHT SCHOOL
176618 20.00 BYROM-DAVEY, INC.
176619 718. 18 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS
176620 7,490.00 CITY OF GLENDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT
176621 20,637.50 CIVIL TEC ENGINEERING, INC.
176622 170.11 COLLEY FORD
176623 250.00 CRESPO, MIGUEL
176624 3,500 .00 EMPIRE TRUCKING SCHOOL
176625 492.12 FACTORY MOTOR PARTS
176626 676.28 FIRE SMART PROMOTIONS
176627 240.00 FOOTHILL COLLECTION
176628 9,658.61 FORD OF UPLAND, LLC
176629 2,600.00 FRANCISCO JAUREGUl
176630 442.00 FRESHMOBILECA LLC
176631 1,575.00 FRONTI.ER COMMUNICATIONS
176632 60.00 GAJL PELLETTERA
176633 4,325.16 GRAPENTlN, JOHN
176634 165.00 H.EDRJCK FIRE PROTECTrON
176635 500.00 HENRY YEPEZ
176636 400,00 l--lT STANDARD AUTOMOTIVE, LLC
176637 122.95 INLAND VALLEY DAILY BULLETIN
176638 118.58 INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY DEPT.
176639 10.94 JENNrFER AGUlLAR
176640 4,582.65 JL GROUP, LLC
176641 60.00 KEYV AN GEULA
176642 109.00 KRJKOR CHIRANIAN
176643 111.09 LA VERNE CAR WASH
176644 59.60 LOOCHMAN, LLC
176645 432.00 LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
176646 321.07 LOWE'S
176647 201,226.48 MNR CONSTRUCTION, INC.
176648 966,27 NING JIN
176649 1,863.85 PARKHOUSE TIRE, INC
176650 99.30 PJTNEYBOWES GLOBAL flNANCTAL SVCS
176651 250.00 ROXANNE RODRIGUEZ
1766S2 220.89 SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC.
176653 160.00 SANDERS TOWlNG, INC.
176654 4,386.58 SCHWALM GENERATTON,JNC.
176655 1,000.00 SELENA ALCALA
176656 1,480.32 SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY, LLC
176657 1,292.80 SKYLINE PHARMACEUTICALS, JNC.
176658 83.00 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON
176659 237.4S STOTZ EQUIPMENT
176660 1,825.34 T-MOBLLE
176661 691.50 TURF ST AR, INC.
176662 14,190.00 UCLA CENTER FOR PREHOSPJTAL CARE
176663 1,262.53 VERIZON WIRELESS
176664 218.61 WALTERS WHOLESALE ELECTRIC CO.
176665 162.50 WESTERN CHRJSTIAN
176666 146,329.02 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
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CITY OF LA VERNE FY 25-26
REGISTER OF AUDITED DEMANDS - EXHIBIT A 04/01/26
CHECK NO. AMOUNT ISSUED TO
176667 29.66 fEDEX
176668 441.41 GOVCONNECTlON, INC.
176669 223,573.05 IMPEX TECHNOLOGIES, CNC.
176670 523.95 ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, LLC
176671 69.96 SEVADA KHASHADOORIAN
176672 1,372.24 VERIZON WIRELESS
EFT 150.00 BEE REMOVERS
EFT 8,463.95 BRENNTAG PACIFIC, INC.
EFT 1,175.27 BROWN MOTOR WORKS
EFT 5,242.46 CAMPBELL, LARRY
EFT 6,345.11 ClVICPLUS, LLC
EFT 1,189.23 EKMAN, ROBBIN
EPT 1,704.00 EMPLOY AMERICA-SOCIAL VOCATIONAL SRVC
EFT 778.35 EWING IRRIGATION PRODUCTS
EFT 126.25 FLORES, CARLOS
EFT 1,575.00 GREENSCAPE MAlNTENANCE SERVICES INC
EFT 95.67 HAAKER EQUIPMENT CO.
EFT 136.34 HARCHUT, CYNTHIA
EFT 120.75 HlRSCH PIPE AND SUPPLY
BFT 479.81 lMS REF RIG ERA TION, INC.
EFT 164.67 fNTERST ATE BATTERY INLAND VALLEY
EPT 7,231.50 JONES MAYER
EFT 4,447.58 L.N. CURTJS AND SONS
EFT 1,525.00 LAW ENFORCEMENT MEDICAL SERVICES
EFT 203.97 LrNE GEAR FIRE & RESCUE EQUIPMENT
EFT 845.00 RKA CONSUL TING GROUP
EFT 103.14 RUSH TRUCK CENTERS
EFT 995.82 SANDERS LOCK & KEY
EFT 25,197.50 SDI PRESENCE LLC
EFT 55.56 UNlVERSAL FLEET SUPPLY
EFT 2,247.50 WATERTALENT LLC
EFT 316.13 WAXfE SANITARY SUPPLY
EFT 14,949.00 WEST COAST ARBORISTS, lNC.
EFT 2,121.63 WESTERN WATER WORKS
EFT 8,151.17 WITTMAN ENTERPRISES, LLC
769,728.88
466.99
Total Demand 770,195.87
LAIMPACT Law Enforcement Task Force Demands
176673 466.99 GALLS, LLC.
Total 466.99
LA1MPACT demands are paid from federal asset forfeiture dollars allocated to LAJMPACT crime prevention activities. These funds are not City funds and are not available for City use outside ofLAlMPACT activities.
City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: April 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Ken Domer, City Manager
SUBJECT: UPDATES TO THE RULES FOR THE CONDUCT OF CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS FOR SENATE BILL 707 COMPLIANCE.
SUMMARY
On October 3, 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 707 (SB 707), amending the Brown Act to require hybrid public participation and the adoption of a disruption response policy by July 1, 2026. In response, Administrative Regulation 121 has been updated accordingly to reflect existing practices and ensure compliance, including procedures to recess and attempted restoration of service in case virtual participation is interrupted.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council approve updates to Administrative Regulation 121: Rules for the Conduct of City Council Meetings.
DISCUSSION
On October 3, 2025, Governor Newsom signed into law Senate Bill 707 (SB 707), which amends the Brown Act with the intent to diversify and increase public engagement during local government meetings of legislative bodies, such as the City Council. Among the various new requirements under SB 707, all qualified legislative bodies must now offer hybrid meetings (through a two-way phone or video platform). The City has already been providing hybrid meetings via Zoom for several years and will continue to do so in the future. In addition, SB 707 requires the City to formally adopt a policy, on or before July 1, 2026, that outlines how to restore any hybrid meeting broadcast disruptions that prevent the public from virtually attending and participating in a meeting.
Staff have updated Administrative Regulation 121: Rules for the Conduct of City Council Meetings for compliance with SB 707. The Policy mirrors the meeting disruption guidelines that are outlined in SB 707, requiring the legislative body to take a recess and try to restore service for at least one hour. If service cannot be restored within one hour, the legislative body must conduct a roll call vote confirming that good faith efforts were made and the public interest in continuing the meeting outweighs remote access.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
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Updates to the Rules for the Conduct of City Council Meetings for Senate Bill 707 Compliance., Page 2
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Redlined Updates to Administrative Regulation 121
Report Prepared By:
Andrea Blockinger, Management Analyst
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Administrative Regulation
Number: 121 Issued: 01-22-19 Effective Date: 05-XX-256 Revised: 05-XX- 265
Subject: RULES FOR THE CONDUCT OF CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
1. PURPOSE: To establish procedures for conducting City Council meetings.
2. GENERAL POLICY: City officials, staff, and members of the public at all meetings of the City Council shall conduct themselves with decorum. This practice ensures that the business of the City is attended to thoroughly and efficiently with opportunities for orderly public participation.
3. PROVISIONS:
3.1. Council Members While the Council is in session, the members must preserve order and decorum. Each Council Member shall conduct him or herself with decorum and shall neither, by conversation or otherwise, delay nor interrupt the proceedings or the peace of the Council, nor disturb any member while speaking or refuse to obey the orders of the Presiding Officer.
3.2. Speakers Speakers shall not engage in willful conduct which interrupts the meeting or interferes with the orderly conduct of the meeting. Any speaker engaging in such conduct shall be called to order by the presiding officer and, if the conduct continues, the presiding officer may call for a recess until order is restored or adjourn of the meeting if necessary. No person shall be declared out of order, prevented from speaking, or barred from attendance at any meeting because of any disagreement with the speaker's position or view on any matter, due to the speaker's identity, or because of any disagreement with the content of relevant testimony.
3.3. Members of the Audience No member of the audience shall willfully interrupt the orderly conduct of the meeting. The presiding officer shall direct the removal of any individual whose willful interruption renders infeasible the orderly conduct of the meeting. In the event the removal of the individual or individuals willfully interrupting the meeting does not restore order, the presiding officer may order the meeting room cleared and continue in session. Media representatives shall be allowed to remain at the meeting except those representatives whose willful conduct interrupted the meeting.
3.4. Responsibility As the Presiding Officer, it shall be the Mayor’s responsibility to ensure Council, Staff and the Public are complying with the rules of the City Council. In the event adherence cannot be obtained, the Mayor and Council
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4. SUCCESSION OF OFFICERS: The Mayor shall be the Presiding Officer at all meetings of the City Council. In the absence of the Mayor, or at the Mayor's request, the Mayor Pro Tempore shall preside. In the absence of the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore, the immediately prior Mayor Pro Tempore shall act in such capacity.
5. CONDUCT OF BUSINESS: Members of the general public have the right to address the City Council on any item on the agenda, as well as any item under the subject jurisdiction of the body.
5.1. Addressing the Council
5.1.1. All remarks shall be addressed to the Council as a whole and not to any member thereof nor to the audience. No question shall be asked of a Council Member or a member of the City staff without the permission of the Mayor.
5.1.2. Members of the public do not have the right to give testimony outside the scope of or unrelated to the agenda item under consideration. Additionally, members of the public should strive to avoid unduly reiterating their own or others' testimony.
5.1.3. Any person who disrupts the meeting shall be called to order by the Mayor.
5.1.4. Remarks shall be made from the podium only. Comments and exchanges from the audience shall not be acknowledged or responded to as attention should be directed to the speaker or Council.
5.2. Agendized Matters and Consent Calendar
5.2.1. Speakers shall have the opportunity to speak on agenda items, including, but not limited to, Consent Calendar items. While generally no specified limit will be set, the Mayor with approval by a majority of the Council can enact limits as deemed warranted. Where time limits have been imposed, speakers shall step down immediately after their designated time has elapsed unless the Mayor has granted the speaker's request for additional time. The Mayor may grant the speaker additional time if the speaker is addressing the Council on a complicated or complex matter or if the speaker represents a group of individuals whose individual testimony would exceed the total time allotted to the speaker. Speakers shall limit their comments to matters relevant to the item on the agenda.
Note: Regarding Consent Calendar. A Consent Calendar item may be pulled by the Mayor or a member of the City Council or by public request. If a Consent Calendar item is pulled, members of the public may speak on each pulled item.
5.3. Public Hearings The following procedure shall be followed:
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5.3.1. The Mayor may ask the City Manager or appropriate staff member to summarize the nature of the hearing and the issues to be resolved by the City Council.
5.3.2. The Mayor shall invite the person or entity that filed the application for permit, license, or other entitlement (applicant) to make a presentation. The applicant shall have a reasonable amount of time to present evidence or testimony relevant to any issue before the City Council. The City Council, City Manager, or City Attorney may ask questions of the applicant or any witness presented by the applicant.
5.3.3. In the event the matter is pending before the City Council by virtue of an appeal, the Mayor shall invite the appellant to make a presentation. The appellant shall have a reasonable amount of time to present evidence or testimony relevant to any issue before the City Council. The City Council, City Manager, or City Attorney may ask questions of the appellant or any witness presented by the appellant.
5.3.4. Upon conclusion of the presentations by the applicant and the appellant, if any, the Mayor shall invite testimony from members of the audience.
5.3.5. In order to expedite matters and to avoid repetitious presentations, whenever any group of persons wishes to address the Council on the same subject matter, it shall be proper for the Mayor to request that a spokesperson be chosen by the group to address the Council and, in case additional matters are to be presented by any other member of said group, to limit the number of such persons addressing the Council, subject to the right of all members of the public to speak on any item on the agenda pursuant to the Brown Act.
5.3.6. Any Council Member shall have the right to have the reasons for his or her dissent from, or his or her protest against, any action of the Council entered in the minutes. Such dissent or protest to be entered into the minutes shall be made in the following manner: "I would like the minutes to show that I am opposed to this action for the following reasons….”
5.4. Non-agendized Matters
5.4.1. The agenda shall contain a public comment section during which any member of the public may address the Council on any non-agenda item generally considered to be a municipal affair and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Council. To ensure that all members of the public have an opportunity to address the Council during public comments, the Council may at its discretion impose time limits. In such cases, once their time has elapsed the speaker shall immediately step down from the podium unless the presiding officer has granted the speaker's request for additional time.
Staff may briefly respond to each speaker who testifies during public comments. Responses shall be limited to the specific issue(s) raised by the speaker and shall generally be limited to information helpful to the public's understanding of the issue(s) raised by the speaker. The City Council shall
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6. VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION:
6.1. As a courtesy, Mmembers of the general public may attend the City Council meetings virtually to address the City Council on items listed within the Consent Calendar, Public Hearing, and Discussion Calendar sections of the agenda.
6.1.1. Please note that the option to attend the City Council meeting virtually via Zoom (or other virtual platform) is offered as a courtesy and is subject to technology, equipment, and other variables beyond the City’s control; as such, virtual access cannot be guaranteed.
6.2. All members of the general public attending virtually shall abide by the rules of decorum identified within Section 3. Provisions of this Administrative Regulation.
6.3. Service Disruption: During a service disruption, defined as when a failure of telephonic or internet-based technology prevents members of the public from attending, observing, or participating in a meeting through the City’s designated two-way telephonic service or audiovisual platform, the City shall recess the open session and make good faith efforts to restore public access and participation.
6.3.1. During the recess, the City Council may meet in closed session to address matters lawfully permitted under applicable open meeting laws.
6.3.2. The open session may not reconvene until at least one hour has elapsed or public access has been restored, whichever occurs first.
6.3.3. If the open session is reconvened without restoration of remote public access, the City Council shall adopt a finding by rollcall vote that good faith efforts were made to restore service and the public interest in continuing the meeting outweighs the public interest in continued remote public access.
6.3.6.4. Decorum Disruption: Members of the general public attending virtually who violate the orderly conduct of the meeting will be called to order by the Presiding Officer and if a violation continues, will be muted by direction of the Presiding Officer.
6.4. If in the opinion of the Presiding Officer, after consultation with the City Attorney, decorum cannot be restored for a meeting based on virtual participation, virtual participation shall be ceased for the meeting as long as there remains the opportunity for those physically present to continue to participate in the meetings proceedings.
7. PROCESS FOR ACTION
7.1. Voting Procedure In the absence of the voting machine, any vote of the Council shall be done by a roll call vote, may be registered by the members by answering "Yes" for an affirmative vote, “Abstain" for an abstention, or "No" for a negative vote upon the member's name being called by the City Clerk, or by
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Following the vote, the City Clerk shall audibly announce the results of the vote by name indicating whether the question carried or was defeated. The same shall be recorded in the minutes as the vote. The Mayor in his or her discretion may publicly explain the effect of a vote for the audience, or he or she may direct a member of the City Staff to do so, before proceeding to the next item of business.
7.2. Disqualification for Conflict of Interest Any Council Member who is disqualified from voting on a particular matter by reason of a conflict of interest shall publicly state or have the City Attorney state the nature of such disqualification in open meeting. A Council Member who is disqualified by reason of a conflict of interest in any matter shall not remain in the room during the debate and vote on such matter. A Council Member stating such disqualification shall not be counted as a part of a quorum and shall be considered absent for the purpose of determining the outcome of any vote on such matter.
7.3. Tie Vote Tie votes shall be lost motions and may be reconsidered.
7.4. Changing Vote A member may change his or her vote only if he or she makes a timely request to do so immediately following the announcement of the vote by the City Clerk and prior to the time that the next item in the order of business is taken up.
7.5. Reconsideration A request to agendize reconsideration of the vote on any action taken by the City Council at either this meeting or a previous meeting may be made only by one of the Council Members who voted with the prevailing side.
8. MISCELLANEOUS:
8.1. Prior Review by Administration Staff All ordinances, resolutions and contract documents shall, before presentation to the City Council, be reviewed by the City Manager and/or the City Attorney.
8.2. Agendizing Items All items included on an agenda will be as directed by staff or City Council.
8.3. Reading of Ordinances The City Manager will read the ordinances by title only, unless a motion is approved to read in full.
8.4. Enforcement of Decorum
8.4.1. The Chief of Police, or such member or members of the Police Department as he or she may designate, shall be Sergeant-at-Arms of the City Council and shall carry out all orders given by the Presiding Officer for the purpose of maintaining order and decorum at the Council meetings.
8.4.2. Authority for Enforcement is California Penal Code section 403.
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: April 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Cody Howing, City Engineer
SUBJECT: CITYWIDE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6 AND ZONES 2, 3, 4-I, 4-II, 5 AND 6, ENGINEER'S REPORT.
SUMMARY
Pursuant to the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972, an Engineer’s Report for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 6, including special zones, has been prepared for City Council approval. Approval will establish the FY 2026–27 assessments and set a public hearing for May 18, 2026.
RECOMMENDATION
That City Council adopt the attached Resolution, approving the Engineer’s Report, and setting the public hearing for May 18, 2026.
DISCUSSION
This report includes descriptions of improvements to be maintained and services to be performed by the City. With the approval of the Utility Tax, the Citywide District Assessment (Zone 1) is proposed to remain at zero. The general benefit contributions from the City for the District 6 zones total is $19,011. This contribution addresses the cost assigned to the general benefit the landscaping features bring to the City. These include landscaped areas that front public streets, medians and common areas either on City property or easements.
To address increases in contractual services and utility costs, reductions to service and watering levels are proposed for FY 2026–27 in all zones except for Zone 5, which has reserve funds applied to services. Zone 5 is proposed to be assessed an annual per parcel cost lower than the maximum allowed to support drawing down excess reserve funds.
Increased maximum assessment rates are proposed for Zone 4-1 and Zone 6 based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) as allowed for in those two zones. The annual CPI rate for March 2026 is 3.4%. The maximum annual assessment increase for Zone 4-1 and Zone 6 is not to exceed 5% and 3%, respectively.
Grant funds for the purpose of water efficient landscaping and irrigation improvements have been approved for Zone 3. Removal of turf defined as “Non-functional” pursuant to AB 1572 will be included in the grant-funded improvements. Further efforts to seek additional grants will be a focus of City staff for FY 2026-27 for the purpose of funding cost-cutting improvements in the District.
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Citywide Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 6 and Zones 2, 3, 4-I, 4-II, 5 and 6, Engineer's Report.,
Exhibit “A” is a summary of the per parcel levy of assessment for each zone.
AREA APPROVED
2025-26 LEVY.
PROPOSED
INCREASE
PROPOSED
DECREASE
PROPOSED
2026-27 LEVY
Citywide $0.00 0% 0% $0.00
Zone 2 $67.23 0% 0% $67.23
Zone 3 $99.59 0% 0% $99.59
Zone 4-I $157.67 3.4% NA $163.03
Zone 4-II $147.09 0% 0% $147.09
Zone 5 $233.75 0% 0% $233.75
Zone 6 $310.43 3% NA $319.74
FISCAL ANALYSIS
Based on the proposed budget for FY 2026-27, application of general fund appropriations for the general benefit obligations of the City is $19,012. Cost-cutting measures and application of fund reserves will also be implemented as further described in the Engineer’s Report to balance the budget for each individual zone.
Except for Zone 5, all assessment levies are aligned with the maximum allowable rate. Future assessment increases will be evaluated and subject to property owner approval in compliance with Proposition 218. Community engagement and cost-cutting measures will be conducted for Zone 4-II during FY 2026–27. City staff intend to bring back for City Council consideration options to initiate a Proposition 218 process in Zone 4-II for FY 2027-28.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The annual maintenance of Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 6 facilities is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, Section 15301 and City of La Verne environmental guidelines.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution to Set Public Hearing for LLMD Dist No. 6
2. Engineer's Report Dist No. 6 FY 26-27
Coordinated with:
Danny Wu, Director of Public Works
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Resolution No. 26-XX
RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE “ENGINEERS REPORT” FOR ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 IN THE EXISTING LANDSCAPING &
LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT WITHIN SAID CITY, DECLARING ITS
INTENTION TO PROVIDE FOR ANNUAL LEVY AND COLLECTION OF
ASSESSMENTS FOR SAME DISTRICT PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF DIVISION 15, PART 2, OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE
OF CALIFORNIA, AND SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR PUBLIC HEARING THEREON (LLMD #6)
WHEREAS, this City Council has previously formed a Landscaping District pursuant to the provisions of Division 15, Part 2 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, being the “Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972,” for a maintenance district to be known and designated as
CITY OF LA VERNE
LANDSCAPING & LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6
(hereinafter referred to as the “District”); and,
WHEREAS, at this time the City Council is desirous to take proceedings to provide for the annual levy of assessments for the next ensuing fiscal year to provide for the costs and expenses necessary to pay for one year of the maintenance of the improvements within said District; and
WHEREAS, at this time there has been presented to this City Council the Engineer’s Report as required by Division 15 of the Streets and Highways Code, and at this time, this City Council is desirous of proceeding with the proceedings for said annual levy;
WHEREAS, this City Council has now carefully examined and reviewed the “Engineer’s Report” as presented, and is satisfied with each and all of the items and documents as set forth therein and is satisfied that the assessment, on a preliminary basis, has been spread in accordance with the benefits received from the maintenance to be performed as set forth in said “Engineer’s Report.”
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NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA AS FOLLOWS:
RECITALS
SECTION 1. That the above recitals are all true and correct.
PUBLIC INTEREST
SECTION 2. A. That the public interest and convenience requires, and it is the intention of this City Council to undertake proceedings for the annual levy and collection of special assessments for the continual maintenance of certain landscaping, all to serve and benefit said District as said area is shown and delineated on a map as previously approved by this City Council and on file in the Office of the City Clerk, open to public inspection, and therein so referenced and made a part hereof.
B. That the improvements to be maintained are substantially the same as for the previous fiscal year and reference is hereby made to said proceedings, and there are not substantial changes proposed to be made in any existing improvements or maintenance thereof.
REPORT
SECTION 3. That the “Engineer’s Report” as presented, consisting of the following:
A. Plans and Specifications
B. Estimate of Cost for one-year’s assessment
C. Diagram of the Maintenance District
D. Assessment of the Reduced Estimated Cost
is hereby approved on a preliminary basis for Fiscal Year 2026-27 and is ordered to be filed in the Office of the City Clerk as a permanent record and to remain open for public inspection.
That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this resolution and the minutes of this meeting shall so reflect the presentation of the “Engineer’s Report.”
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Resolution No. 26-XX
ASSESSMENT
SECTION 4. That the public interest and convenience requires, and it is the intention of this City Council to order the annual assessment levy for the District as set forth and described in said “Engineer’s Report,” and further it is determined to be within the best public interest and convenience to levy and collect annual assessments to pay the costs and expenses of said maintenance and improvement as estimated in said “Engineer’s Report.”
DESCRIPTION OF MAINTENANCE
SECTION 5. The assessments which are to be levied and collected shall be for the maintenance of certain landscaping and lighting as set forth in the “Engineer’s Report,” referenced and incorporated herein.
COUNTY AUDITOR
SECTION 6. The County Auditor shall enter on the County Assessment Roll the amount of the assessments and shall collect said assessments at the time and in the same manner as County taxes are collected. After collection by the County, the net amount of the assessment, after the deduction of any compensation due to the County for collection, shall be paid to the Treasurer for purposes of paying for the costs and expenses of said District.
SPECIAL FUNDS
SECTION 7. That all monies collected shall be deposited in the previously established fund known as
LANDSCAPING & LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6
Payment shall be made out of said fund only for the purpose provided for in this Resolution, and in order to expedite the making of this maintenance and improvement, the City Council may transfer into said special fund, money from any available source, such funds as it may deem necessary to expedite the proceedings. Any funds shall be repaid out of the proceeds of the assessments provided for in this Resolution.
BOUNDARIES OF DISTRICT
SECTION 8. Said contemplated maintenance work is, in the opinion of this City Council, of direct benefit to the properties within the boundaries of the District, and this City Council makes the costs and expenses of said maintenance chargeable upon the District, which District said City Council hereby declares to be the District benefited by said improvements and maintenance, and to be further assessed to pay the costs and expenses thereof. Said District shall include each parcel of land within the boundaries of
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Resolution No. 26-XX
said District as said District is shown in a map as approved by this City Council and on file in the Office of the City Clerk and so designated by the name of the District.
PUBLIC PROPERTY
SECTION 9. Any lot or parcels of land known as public property, as the same are defined in Section 22663 of Division 15, Part 2, of the streets and Highways Code of the State of California, which are included within the boundaries of the Maintenance District, shall be omitted and exempt from any assessment to be made under these proceedings to cover any of the costs and expenses of said maintenance work.
PUBLIC HEARING
SECTION 10. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON THE 18 th DAY OF MAY, 2026 AT THE HOUR OF 6:30 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF LA VERNE
CITY HALL, IS THE TIME AND PLACE FIXED BY THIS CITY COUNCIL FOR THE
HEARING OF PROTESTS OR OBJECTIONS IN REFERENCE TO THE ANNUAL LEVY
OF MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENTS FOR LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6, INCLUDING ZONES 2, 3, 4-I, 4-II, 5, AND 6 TO THE
EXTENT OF THE MAINTENANCE AND ANY OTHER MATTERS CONTAINED IN THIS RESOLUTION. ANY PERSONS WHO WISH TO OBJECT TO THE PROCEEDINGS
FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY SHOULD FILE A WRITTEN PROTEST WITH THE CITY CLERK PRIOR TO THE TIME SET AND SCHEDULED FOR SAID PUBLIC HEARING.
NOTICE
SECTION 11. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to notice and publish the public meeting and public hearing as required by law.
SECTION 12. That the City Clerk is further directed to cause a copy of the Resolution of Intention to be posted upon the official bulletin board customarily used by the City for posting of notices.
EFFECTIVE DATE
SECTION 13. This Resolution is adopted pursuant to the provisions of Section 22623, et seq. of the Streets & Highways Code of the State of California shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
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Resolution No. 26-XX
PROCEEDINGS INQUIRIES
SECTION 14. For any and all information relating to the proceedings, protest procedure, any documentation and/or information of a procedural or technical nature, your attention is directed to the below listed person at the local agency or department so designated:
CODY A. HOWING
RKA CONSULTING GROUP
398 LEMON CREEK DRIVE, SUITE E
WALNUT, CA 91789
(909) 594-9702
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 20TH day of APRIL, 2026.
______________________________
Tim Hepburn, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
I, Debra Fritz, 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 20TH day of APRIL, 2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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CITY OF LA VERNE
ENGINEER'S REPORT
FOR LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE
DISTRICT NO. 6
FISCAL YEAR 2026-27
SECTION 1. AUTHORITY FOR REPORT
This report is prepared in compliance with the requirements of Article 4, Chapter 1, Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 of Division 15 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California.
Landscape and Lighting District No. 6 (“District”) a special benefit assessment district, provides funding for the maintenance of landscaped areas owned by the City of La Verne or provided for by easements to the City of La Verne.
Section 22573, Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, requires assessments to be levied according to benefit rather than according to assessed value.
The boundary of the District is completely within the City limits of the City of La Verne and is shown on the Assessment Diagram (on file in the office of the City Clerk at the City Hall of La Verne as Exhibit “A,” Pages 1 thru 32). All parcels of real property included within the District are described in detail on maps on file in the Los Angeles County Assessor’s office. Assessment diagrams for individual zones are included within this report.
SECTION 2. PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS
Street Sweeping, Street Lights and Traffic Signals; Citywide
Street sweeping, street lights and traffic signals are no longer included in the Citywide District (Zone 1).
Landscaping; Citywide
Citywide landscaping of a general benefit are no longer included in the Citywide District (Zone 1).
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Landscaping, Specific Zones
Zone 1
For Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 there are no improvements included in this zone which will be maintained (funded) by this district.
Zone 2
The plans and specifications for the irrigation and landscaping were prepared by the developer and previously approved by the City Engineer. Landscaping generally consists of trees, shrubs and ground cover along First Street within the limits of Tract No. 35405. Landscaping is south of the tract boundary and is visible from First Street. Reference is hereby made to the said plans and specifications for the exact location and nature of the landscape improvements. Said plans and specifications by reference are hereby made as part of this report and are on file in City Hall and are available for public inspection. A location map is attached as Exhibit “B.” This zone is located at the southwest corner of Bonita Avenue and Fulton Road. It is bound to the north by Bonita Avenue, to the south by First Street, and to the east by Fulton Road. Generally, the parcels included in this zone front Bonita Avenue, Madison Avenue, Brandt Street, Roosevelt St and Filmore Court. For FY 2026-27, the maintenance frequency for most activities recommended to be reduced from quarterly to biannually. Water use is also proposed to be reduced by 30% from the previous year’s budget. Much of the landscaping in the area is well established and is expected to sustain the proposed reductions in service. The proposed assessment for this zone is $67.23 per parcel, which reflects the maximum assessment allowable for this zone.
Reserves are anticipated from the proposed FY 2026-27 assessment and will be applied to the fund reserve budget.
Zone 3
The plans and specifications for the irrigation and landscaping were prepared by the developer and previously approved by the City Engineer. Landscaping generally consists of trees, shrubs, turf and ground cover adjacent to Wheeler Avenue in Tract No. 33912. Reference is hereby made to the said plans and specifications for the exact location and nature of the landscape improvements.
Said plans and specifications by reference are hereby made as part of this report and are on file in City Hall and are available for public inspection. A location map is attached as Exhibit “C.” This zone is located near the intersection of Foothill Boulevard and Wheeler Avenue. It is bound to the east by Wheeler Avenue and to the south by Metropolitan Water District’s Waymouth Treatment Plant. The parcels included in this zone front Doral Street, Tabor Lane, and Ancona Drive.
The proposed assessment for this zone is $99.59 per parcel, which reflects the maximum assessment allowable for this zone.
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A turf removal grant has been identified for this area to assist in removal of nonfunctional turf in compliance with State requirements, but also as a source of funding cost saving improvements in the zone. The proposed improvements will aid in reducing future water and maintenance costs for the Zone. Grant funds have been pre-approved in late FY 25-26 and its expected that removal of the turf will be conducted during or prior to FY 2026-27.
Zone 4 - Generally
The plans and specifications for the irrigation and landscaping were prepared by the developer and previously approved by the City Engineer. Reference is hereby made to the said plans and specifications for the exact location and nature of the landscape improvements. Said plans and specifications by reference are hereby made a part of this report and are on file in City Hall and are available for public inspection.
Zone 4-1
This area is commonly referred to as “Rancho La Verne.” Maintained landscape improvements including irrigation systems, trees, shrubs, turf, and ground cover are generally located along Via Rancho La Verne from Baseline Road to Via De Mansion from Wheeler Avenue to Via Campo. The other major element for this zone is the riparian drainage course and pedestrian trail from Birdie Drive to Los Robles. A location map is attached as Exhibit “D”. The location of this zone is north of Baseline Road and east of Wheeler Avenue. The zone extends north to Oak Mesa Park, while the easterly limits of the zone are partially composed of the Marshall Canyon Drainage Channel.
Within the riparian area, there are improvements including irrigation systems, ground cover, trees, shrubs, drainage structures and pedestrian trail. The pedestrian trail within the “natural” setting benefits all properties in the zone boundaries and the City generally. Fifty percent of the riparian area, including the pedestrian trail and drainage structure, is of a “general” Citywide benefit. A proposition 218 ballot process for the FY 24-25 period, was approved, and includes increasing the maximum assessment and incorporated an annual escalation to the maximum assessment based on the Local Consumer Price Index (CPI) based on the year-to-year rate determined for the month of March not to exceed 5% on an annual basis. The proposed assessment for this zone is $163.03 per parcel, which reflects a 3.4% increase pursuant to the CPI for March 2026 for the Los Angelese, Long Beach and Anaheim area as issued by the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Zone 4-2
This area is commonly referred to as the “Live Oak Development.” Improvements are generally located along Esperanza Drive from Ridge Crest Drive to Golden
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Hills Road. Improvements along Esperanza Drive benefit the entire Live Oak developments. Improvements include irrigation systems, trees, turf, shrubs, ground cover and pedestrian/equestrian trail. A location Map is attached as Exhibit “E”. The location of this zone includes, and is generally situated north of Jasmine Court. The north limits of the zone approximately trace Marshall Creek and is bound to the east by the City of La Verne jurisdictional boundary. Limits of the zone west of Esperanza Drive include Starline Street, Quail Court, Partridge Place, Peacock Place, Meadowlark Drive, Prairie Falcon Drive, Blackbird Lane, and Hummingbird Way.
A proposition 218 ballot was conducted the FY 24-25 period. However, the results of the ballot process upheld the protest of the proposed increased assessment.
The proposed assessment for this zone will be maintained at the current maximum allowed assessment amount of $147.09 per parcel. A reduction in maintenance frequency and watering will be employed to reduce costs. As needed to balance the budget, use of reserves will be applied.
Zone 5
The plans and specifications for the irrigation and landscaping were prepared by the developer and previously approved by the City Engineer. Landscaping generally consists of trees, shrubs, ground cover and turf on Puddingstone Drive median, Puddingstone Drive and Wright Avenue intersections with Fairplex Drive and Orange Avenue and the Wheeler Avenue median landscaping. Reference is hereby made to the said plans and specifications for the exact location and nature of the landscape improvements. Said plans and specifications by reference are hereby made a part of this report and are on file in City Hall and are available for public inspection. A location map is attached as Exhibit “F.” The zone is located south of Arrow Highway and west of Fairplex Drive. The zone is bound to the north by Metrolink Rail, to the east by Fairplex Drive, to the south by Puddingstone Drive and to the west by the Marshall Canyon drainage channel.
For FY 2026-27 as in the nineteen previous fiscal years, costs for the maintenance, including utility expenses for the mini park, street lights and traffic signal will not be included in this zone. City Council on May 5, 2014 approved the addition of the University of La Verne’s Campus West two parcels into this zone.
On April 4, 2016, the City Council approved a development agreement with Gilead Sciences, Inc. requiring Gilead to pay 11 times the single parcel fee in the zone which was equal to a previous entitled 11 lot industrial park on the same site.
The proposed assessment for this zone is $233.75 per parcel for FY 2026-27. The maximum assessment allowable for this zone is $247.62 per parcel. The lower assessment and contribution of reserves are intended to balance the budget for this year.
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Zone 6
This zone was formed in June of 2002 as a condition of tract Map No. 52965 for the maintenance of landscaping along Fruit and Amherst Streets within the limits of the subdivision. A location map is attached as Exhibit “G”. The zone is located to the north east of the intersection of Fruit Street and Amherst Street. Parcels included in this zone are located on Hartshorn Ranch Place, Oak Tree Lane, and the south side of Bowdoin Street between Fruit Street and Guava Street.
The proposed assessment for this zone is $319.74 per parcel, which reflects the maximum assessment allowable for this zone as not to exceed three percent escalation based on the CPI rate applied to the prior year’s maximum assessment.
SECTION 3. METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT
No assessment will be made upon the properties within the Citywide District (Zone 1) for FY 2026-27.
The basis for benefit for the significant land uses for the Citywide District (Zone 1) are no longer applicable.
Within the Citywide District there are specific zones which contain unique improvements required with the original development of the properties within the specific zone. These improvements are landscaping in nature and are included in the discussion in Section 2 of this report. The costs for these improvements are assessed to the respective zones.
Each zone has its own expenditure budget. The nature of this landscaping equally benefits each parcel within the individual zone containing the landscaping. Because of this each parcel within a zone is equally assessed.
Each of the specific zones receive special benefit from the improvements maintained and further described in this report. Furthermore since each of the respective Zones in District 6 include improvements that are located on, or visible from public right-of-way, a general benefit contribution from the City has been factored into the apportionment of assessments proposed for annual levy. The general benefit for each Zone will amount to the respective full budget identified for staff time. This contribution will represent the full value of the general benefit contribution to the zones.
Zone 5, the San Polo La Verne Business Park (formerly Koll Business Park La Verne), was unique to itself. Agreements between the Koll Company and the City of La Verne required that the San Polo La Verne Business Park participate in a specific Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District. The improvements already included were similar to those improvements included in the Citywide District. Thus Zone 5 did not include the basic assessment for the Citywide District (Zone 1). With the transfer of the funding for the maintenance of improvements included in the Citywide District (Zone 1) from the Citywide Assessment District to the General Fund (Utility Tax) and with the application of the Utility Tax to the parcels within Zone 5, funding for the more general benefit
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improvements, i.e. traffic signal, mini park and street lights have been deleted from Zone 5 and are now included in the General Fund.
SECTION 4. ESTIMATED COSTS FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF THE
IMPROVEMENTS
Total estimated expenditures for Zones 2 through 6, within District 6 for the FY 2026-27 are as follows:
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EXPENDITURE BUDGET
2026-27
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MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
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ACCOUNT NO
246-5202 FIRST & FULTON Zone 2
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PERSONNEL
REGULAR SALARIES AND
WAGES
PART TIME WAGES FRINGE BENEFIT COSTS ADMINISTRATION COSTS TOTAL PERSONNEL SERVICES $ 300.00 $ 300.00
OPERATIONAL
32-00 OTHER PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES $ -
32-05 ARCHITECT/ENGINEERING
SERVICES $ 100.00
38-05 ANIMAL CONTROL (GOPHER) $ -
43-05 CONTRACTUAL MAINT.
SERVICE $ 1,370.00
54-05 LEGAL NOTICES AND
PUBLICATIONS $ 100.00
62-51 ELECTRICITY UTILITY $ 400.00
62-52 CITY UTILITIES/WATER, ETC. $ 1,400.00
65-07 MATERIAL & NURSERY ITEMS $ -
65-16 SPRINKLER/IRRIGATION
SUPPLIES $ - MISCELLANEOUS $ - TOTAL OPERATIONAL $ 3,370.00 $ 3,370.00
COST CENTER TOTAL $ 3,670.00
GENERAL BENEFIT
CONTRIBUTION
$ (300.00)
FUND DEFICIT PAYMENT $ 58.50
CREDIT (FROM RESERVES) $ -
TOTAL TO BE ASSESSED $ 3,428.50
2026-27 CITYWIDE
ASSESSMENT $ -
2026-27 ZONE 2 EQUAL PARCEL ASSESSMENT
(51 PARCELS) $ 67.23
TOTAL PER PARCEL $ 67.23
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EXPENDITURE BUDGET
2026-27
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MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
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PERSONNEL
REGULAR SALARIES AND
WAGES PART TIME WAGES FRINGE BENEFIT COSTS ADMINISTRATION COSTS TOTAL PERSONNEL SERVICES $ 600.00 $ 600.00
OPERATIONAL
32-00 OTHER PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES $ -
32-05 ARCHITECT/ENGINEERING
SERVICES $ 150.00
38-05 ANIMAL CONTROL (GOPHER) $ -
43-05 CONTRACTUAL MAINT.
SERVICE $ 1,590.00
54-05 LEGAL NOTICES AND
PUBLICATIONS $ 100.00
62-51 ELECTRICITY UTILITY $ 200.00
62-52 CITY UTILITIES/WATER, ETC. $ 5,600.00
65-07 MATERIAL & NURSERY ITEMS $ -
65-16 SPRINKLER/IRRIGATION
SUPPLIES $ -
TURF REMOVAL GRANT
PROJECT* $ 36,500.00
TOTAL OPERATIONAL $ 44,140.00 $ 44,140.00
COST CENTER TOTAL $ 44,740.00
TURF REMOVAL GRANT* $ (36,500.00)
GENERAL BENEFIT
CONTRIBUTION
$ (4,854.00)
FUND DEFICIT PAYMENT $ -
CREDIT (FROM RESERVES) $ -
DEFICIT (GENERAL FUND
LOAN)
TOTAL TO BE ASSESSED $ 3,386.00
2026-27 CITYWIDE
ASSESSMENT $ -
2026-27 ZONE 3 EQUAL PARCEL ASSESSMENT (34 PARCELS) $ 99.59 TOTAL PER PARCEL $ 99.59
*Turf Removal Grant Funds have been pre-approved by Metropolitan Water District. Final reimbursement for qualifying expenses is not expected to exceed $36,500.
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EXPENDITURE BUDGET
2026-27
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ACCOUNT NO.
246-5204 NORTH LA VERNE Zone 4-1
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PERSONNEL
REGULAR SALARIES AND
WAGES
PART TIME WAGES FRINGE BENEFIT COSTS ADMINISTRATION COSTS
TOTAL PERSONNEL
SERVICES $ 6,405.00 $ 6,405.00
OPERATIONAL
32-00 OTHER PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES* $ -
32-05 ARCHITECT/ENGINEERING
SERVICES $ 3,600.00
32-09 OTHER CONTRACTUAL
SERVICES
38-05 ANIMAL CONTROL
(VECTOR/GOPHER) $ -
43-05 CONTRACTUAL MAINT.
SERVICE (RLV) $ 25,500.00
43-05 CONTRACTUAL MAINT.
SERVICE (RIPARIAN
CHANNEL)
$ 12,020.00
54-05 LEGAL NOTICES AND
PUBLICATIONS $ 500.00
62-51 ELECTRICITY UTILITY $ 775.00
62-52 UTILITIES/WATER, ETC.
(RLV) $ 41,600.00
62-52 UTILITIES/WATER, ETC.
(RIPARIAN CHANNEL) $ -
64-00 MISC. MATERIALS &
SUPPLIES $ -
64-07 MATERIAL & NURSERY
ITEMS $ -
65-16 SPRINKLER/IRRIGATION
SUPPLIES $ -
TOTAL OPERATIONAL $ 83,995.00 $ 83,995.00
COST CENTER TOTAL $ 90,400.00
*GENERAL BENEFIT
RIPARIAN CHANNEL
(50% CITY GENERAL FUND
CONTRIBUTION)
$ -
GENERAL BENEFIT
CONTRIBUTION
$ (6,405.00)
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CARRY FORWARD
DEFICIT FOR 218 BALLOT
PROCESS (FY 24/25-28/29)
$ 3,400.00
FUND DEFICIT PAYMENT $ 641.00
CREDIT (FROM
RESERVES) $ -
DEFICIT (GENERAL FUND
LOAN)
$ -
TOTAL TO BE ASSESSED $ 88,036.00
2026-27 CITYWIDE
ASSESSMENT $ -
2026-27 ZONE 4-1 EQUAL PARCEL ASSESSMENT
(540 PARCELS) $ 163.03
TOTAL PER PARCEL $ 163.03
* "OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES" REPRESENTS COSTS FOR 218 BALLOT PROCESS UNDERTAKEN DURING THE FY24-25 PROCEEDINGS. DEBT CREATED TO THE ZONE WILL BE DISTRIBUTED FOR REPAYMENT OVER A FIVE YEAR PERIOD CONCLUDING WITH THE FY 28/29
ASSESSMENTS
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EXPENDITURE BUDGET
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ACCOUNT NO 246-5205 LIVE OAK Zone 4-2
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PERSONNEL
REGULAR SALARIES AND WAGES PART TIME WAGES FRINGE BENEFIT COSTS ADMINISTRATION COSTS TOTAL PERSONNEL SERVICES $ 4,075.00 $ 4,075.00
OPERATIONAL
32-00 OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES* $ -
32-05 ARCHITECT/ENGINEERING SERVICES $ 2,600.00
43-05 CONTRACTUAL MAINT. SERVICE $20,290.00
54-15 LEGAL NOTICES AND PUBLICATIONS $ 1,000.00
65-51 ELECTRICITY UTILITY $ 310.00
62-52 CITY UTILITIES/WATER, ETC. $29,900.00
65-07 MATERIAL & NURSERY ITEMS $ -
65-16 SPRINKLER/IRRIGATION SUPPLIES $ -
64-00 MISC. MATERIALS & SUPPLIES $ -
TOTAL OPERATIONAL $54,100.00 $ 54,100.00
COST CENTER TOTAL $ 58,175.00
GENERAL BENEFIT CONTRIBUTION $ (4,075.00)
CARRY FORWARD DEFICIT FOR 218
BALLOT PROCESS (FY 24/25-28/29)
$ 2,600.00
FUND DEFICIT PAYMENT $ -
CREDIT (FROM RESERVES) $ (8,896.00)
TOTAL TO BE ASSESSED $ 47,804.00
2026-27 CITYWIDE ASSESSMENT $ - 2026-27 ZONE 4-2 EQUAL PARCEL ASSESSMENT (325
PARCELS) $ 147.09
TOTAL PER PARCEL $ 147.09
* "OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES" REPRESENTS COSTS FOR 218 BALLOT PROCESS UNDERTAKEN DURING THE FY24-25 PROCEEDINGS. DEBT CREATED TO THE ZONE WILL BE DISTRIBUTED FOR REPAYMENT OVER A FIVE YEAR PERIOD CONCLUDING WITH THE FY 28/29 ASSESSMENTS.
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EXPENDITURE BUDGET
2026-27
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ACCOUNT NO 246-5207 LA VERNE BUSINESS
PARK* Zone 5
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PERSONNEL
REGULAR SALARIES AND WAGES PART TIME WAGES FRINGE BENEFIT COSTS ADMINISTRATION COSTS TOTAL PERSONNEL SERVICES $ 2,040.00 $ 2,040.00
OPERATIONAL
32-00 OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES $ -
32-05 ARCHITECT/ENGINEERING SERVICES $ 1,100.00
38-05 ANIMAL CONTROL (GOPHER) $ -
43-05 CONTRACTUAL MAINT. SERVICE $ 13,200.00
54-05 LEGAL NOTICES AND PUBLICATIONS $ -
62-51 ELECTRICITY UTILITY - LANDSCAPING. $ 1,250.00
62-52 CITY UTILITIES/WATER, ETC. $ 5,850.00
65-07 MATERIALS.NURSERY ITEMS $ -
65-16 SPRINKLER/IRRIGATION SUPPLIES $ -
64-00 MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES $ -
TOTAL OPERATIONAL $ 21,400.00 $ 21,400.00
COST CENTER TOTAL $ 23,440.00
GENERAL BENEFIT CONTRIBUTION $ (2,040.00)
FUND DEFICIT PAYMENT $ -
CREDIT (FROM RESERVES) $ (2,700.00)
TOTAL TO BE ASSESSED $ 18,700.00
2026-27 CITYWIDE ASSESSMENT $ -
2026-27 ZONE 5 PARCEL ASSESSMENT (67 EQUAL PARCEL
ASSESSMENTS PARCELS ASSESSMENTS, 11 PARCELS
FOR GILEAD PER DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, AND 2
PARCELS FOR UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE.
80 TOTAL PARCEL ASSESSMENTS) $ 233.75
TOTAL PER EACH PARCEL $ 233.75
*Formerly Koll/San Polo Business Park
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EXPENDITURE BUDGET
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ACCOUNT NO 246-5206 TRACT 52965 Zone 6
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PERSONNEL
REGULAR SALARIES AND WAGES PART TIME WAGES FRINGE BENEFIT COSTS ADMINISTRATION COSTS TOTAL PERSONNEL SERVICES $ 720.00 $ 720.00
OPERATIONAL
32-00 OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES $ -
32-05 ARCHITECT/ENGINEERING
SERVICES $ 200.00
38-05 ANIMAL CONTROL (GOPHER) $ -
43-05 CONTRACTUAL MAINT. SERVICE $ 5,000.00
54-05 LEGAL NOTICES AND
PUBLICATIONS $ 200.00
62-51 ELECTRICITY UTILITY -
LANDSCAPING. $ 250.00
62-52 CITY UTILITIES/WATER, ETC. $ 4,560.00
64-00 MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES $ -
65-07 MATERIALS NURSERY ITEMS $ -
65-16 SPRINKLER/IRRIGATION SUPPLIES $ -
TOTAL OPERATIONAL $ 10,210.00 $ 10,210.00
COST CENTER TOTAL $ 10,930.00
GENERAL BENEFIT CONTRIBUTION $ (1,337.80)
FUND DEFICIT PAYMENT $ -
CREDIT (FROM RESERVES) $
DEFICIT (GENERAL FUND LOAN) $ -
TOTAL TO BE ASSESSED $ 9,592.20
2026-27 CITYWIDE ASSESSMENT $ - 2026-27 ZONE 6 EQUAL PARCEL ASSESSMENT (30
PARCELS) $ 319.74
TOTAL PER PARCEL $ 319.74
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SECTION 5. DIAGRAM FOR THE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
A copy of the assessment diagram is on file with the office of the City Clerk of the City of La Verne as “Exhibit A”. Reduced diagrams for Zones 2, 3, 4-1, 4-2, 5, and 6 are attached for your convenience as Exhibits “B”, “C”, “D”, “E”, “F”, and “G” respectively.
Full size maps are available in the office of the City Engineer.
SECTION 6. ASSESSMENT
The landscaping was developed and is maintained for the benefit and enjoyment of all the properties included within the assessment district boundaries, and all parcels benefit from the improvements.
The net amounts to be assessed are:
Citywide Base Amount $ 0.00
Zone 2 $ 3,429.00
Zone 3 $ 3,386.00
Zone 4-1 $88,036.00
Zone 4-2 $47,804.00
Zone 5 $18,700.00
Zone 6 $ 9,592.00
As required by said Act, a diagram is attached hereto showing the District and the boundaries and dimensions of the respective parcels of land within said District as the same existed at the time of the adoption of the Resolution of Intention and the initiation of these proceedings as each parcel has been given a separate number upon said Diagram.
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Agenda Report
DATE: April 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Cody Howing, City Engineer
SUBJECT: CITYWIDE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 7, ENGINEER'S REPORT.
SUMMARY
Pursuant to the provisions of Division 15, Part 2, of the Streets and Highway Code, an Engineer’s Report for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 7 (La Verne Heights III) has been prepared for City Council preliminary approval. Said approval sets the levy of assessments for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 and schedules the Public Hearing for May 18, 2026.
The proposed assessment amount for FY 2026-27 of $693.26 is the maximum allowable assessment and is not changed from the prior year assessment levy.
RECOMMENDATION
That City Council adopt a resolution, approving the Engineer’s Report, and setting the Public Hearing for May 18, 2026.
DISCUSSION
On January 3, 1995 the City Council by adopting Resolution No. 95-2 formed Landscape and Lighting District No. 7. This District was formed to maintain the fuel modification zones included in the La Verne Heights III (Lewis Homes) housing development. The creation of the District was a requirement of the La Verne Heights Specific Plan.
An expenditure budget was prepared and approved in 1995 estimating the total cost to maintain the transitional landscaping and the fuel modification zones at $128,940 or $693.26 per parcel.
Increases to contractual services and utilities have required that the assessment be levied at the maximum allowed rate while also applying district reserves to balance the budget. The proposed assessment of $693.26 is not changed from the prior year. Continued reductions to service levels are also planned to support managing operational costs for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
Adequate fuel modification reserves will still be maintained.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
Based on the proposed budget for FY 2026-27, application of surplus funds in the amount of $57,563.64 is required to balance the budget. Adequate reserve funds are available, although long-term sustainability is a concern in future year projections. As a result, City staff have applied for grant funds for fuel modification purposes for near-term needs.
Solutions to balance the budget on a long-term timeline horizon include evaluation of assessment increases and addition of a cost escalation factor tied to the Consumer Price Index.
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Citywide Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 7, Engineer's Report., Page 2
City staff will continue to enhance community engagement on the subject and plan to bring back for City Council consideration, options to initiate a Proposition 218 process in District 7 for the FY 2027–28 budget.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The annual maintenance of Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 7 and related facilities is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, Section 15301 and City of La Verne environmental guidelines.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. #XX - Attach 2- LLMD Dist 7 Reso 26-XX
2. Engin
eers Report Dist 7 FY 26-27
Coordinated with:
Danny Wu, Director of Public Works
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Resolution No. 26-XX
RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE “ENGINEERS REPORT” FOR ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 IN THE EXISTING LANDSCAPING &
LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT WITHIN SAID CITY, DECLARING ITS
INTENTION TO PROVIDE FOR ANNUAL LEVY AND COLLECTION OF
ASSESSMENTS FOR SAME DISTRICT PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF DIVISION 15, PART 2, OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE
OF CALIFORNIA, AND SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR PUBLIC HEARING THEREON (LLMD #7)
WHEREAS, this City Council has previously formed a Landscaping District pursuant to the provisions of Division 15, Part 2 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, being the “Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972,” for a maintenance district to be known and designated as
CITY OF LA VERNE
LANDSCAPING & LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 7
(hereinafter referred to as the “District”); and,
WHEREAS, at this time the City Council is desirous to take proceedings to provide for the reduced annual levy of assessments for the next ensuing fiscal year to provide for the costs and expenses necessary to pay for one year of the maintenance of the improvements within said District; and
WHEREAS, at this time there has been presented to this City Council the Engineer’s Report as required by Division 15 of the Streets and Highways Code, and at this time, this City Council is desirous of proceeding with the proceedings for said annual levy;
WHEREAS, this City Council has now carefully examined and reviewed the “Engineer’s Report” as presented, and is satisfied with each and all of the items and documents as set forth therein and is satisfied that the assessment, on a preliminary basis, has been spread in accordance with the benefits received from the maintenance to be performed as set forth in said “Engineer’s Report.”
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Resolution No. 26-XX
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA AS FOLLOWS:
RECITALS
SECTION 1. That the above recitals are all true and correct.
PUBLIC INTEREST
SECTION 2. A. That the public interest and convenience requires, and it is the intention of this City Council to undertake proceedings for the reduced annual levy and collection of special assessments for the continual maintenance of certain landscaping, all to serve and benefit said District as said area is shown and delineated on a map as previously approved by this City Council and on file in the Office of the City Clerk, open to public inspection, and therein so referenced and made a part hereof.
B. That the improvements to be maintained are substantially the same as for the previous fiscal year and reference is hereby made to said proceedings, and there are not substantial changes proposed to be made in any existing improvements or maintenance thereof.
REPORT
SECTION 3. That the “Engineer’s Report” as presented, consisting of the following:
A. Plans and Specifications
B. Estimate of Cost for one-year’s assessment
C. Diagram of the Maintenance District
D. Assessment of the Reduced Estimated Cost
is hereby approved on a preliminary basis for Fiscal Year 2026-27 and is ordered to be filed in the Office of the City Clerk as a permanent record and to remain open for public inspection.
That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this resolution and the minutes of this meeting shall so reflect the presentation of the “Engineer’s Report.”
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Resolution No. 26-XX
ASSESSMENT
SECTION 4. That the public interest and convenience requires, and it is the intention of this City Council to order the annual assessment levy for the District as set forth and described in said “Engineer’s Report,” and further it is determined to be within the best public interest and convenience to levy and collect annual assessments to pay the costs and expenses of said maintenance and improvement as estimated in said “Engineer’s Report.”
DESCRIPTION OF MAINTENANCE
SECTION 5. The assessments which are to be levied and collected shall be for the maintenance of certain landscaping and lighting as set forth in the “Engineer’s Report,” referenced and incorporated herein.
COUNTY AUDITOR
SECTION 6. The County Auditor shall enter on the County Assessment Roll the amount of the assessments and shall collect said assessments at the time and in the same manner as County taxes are collected. After collection by the County, the net amount of the assessment, after the deduction of any compensation due to the County for collection, shall be paid to the Treasurer for purposes of paying for the costs and expenses of said District.
SPECIAL FUNDS
SECTION 7. That all monies collected shall be deposited in the previously established fund known as
LANDSCAPING & LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 7
Payment shall be made out of said fund only for the purpose provided for in this Resolution, and in order to expedite the making of this maintenance and improvement, the City Council may transfer into said special fund, money from any available source, such funds as it may deem necessary to expedite the proceedings. Any funds shall be repaid out of the proceeds of the assessments provided for in this Resolution.
BOUNDARIES OF DISTRICT
SECTION 8. Said contemplated maintenance work is, in the opinion of this City Council, of direct benefit to the properties within the boundaries of the District, and this City Council makes the costs and expenses of said maintenance chargeable upon the District, which District said City Council hereby declares to be the District benefited by said improvements and maintenance, and to be further assessed to pay the costs and expenses thereof. Said District shall include each parcel of land within the boundaries of
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Resolution No. 26-XX
said District as said District is shown in a map as approved by this City Council and on file in the Office of the City Clerk and so designated by the name of the District.
PUBLIC PROPERTY
SECTION 9. Any lot or parcels of land known as public property, as the same are defined in Section 22663 of Division 15, Part 2, of the streets and Highways Code of the State of California, which are included within the boundaries of the Maintenance District, shall be omitted and exempt from any assessment to be made under these proceedings to cover any of the costs and expenses of said maintenance work.
PUBLIC HEARING
SECTION 10. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON THE 18 th DAY OF MAY, 2026 AT THE HOUR OF 6:30 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF LA VERNE
CITY HALL, IS THE TIME AND PLACE FIXED BY THIS CITY COUNCIL FOR THE
HEARING OF PROTESTS OR OBJECTIONS IN REFERENCE TO THE ANNUAL LEVY
OF MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENTS, TO THE EXTENT OF THE MAINTENANCE AND ANY OTHER MATTERS CONTAINED IN THIS RESOLUTION. ANY PERSONS WHO
WISH TO OBJECT TO THE PROCEEDINGS FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY SHOULD FILE
A WRITTEN PROTEST WITH THE CITY CLERK PRIOR TO THE TIME SET AND SCHEDULED FOR SAID PUBLIC HEARING.
NOTICE
SECTION 11. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to notice and publish the public meeting and public hearing as required by law.
SECTION 12. That the City Clerk is further directed to cause a copy of the Resolution of Intention to be posted upon the official bulletin board customarily used by the City for posting of notices.
EFFECTIVE DATE
SECTION 13. This Resolution is adopted pursuant to the provisions of Section 22623, et seq. of the Streets & Highways Code of the State of California shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
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Resolution No. 26-XX
PROCEEDINGS INQUIRIES
SECTION 14. For any and all information relating to the proceedings, protest procedure, any documentation and/or information of a procedural or technical nature, your attention is directed to the below listed person at the local agency or department so designated:
CODY A. HOWING
RKA CONSULTING GROUP
398 LEMON CREEK DRIVE, SUITE E
WALNUT, CA 91789
(909) 594-9702
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of April, 2026.
______________________________
Tim Hepburn, Mayor
ATTEST:
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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 20th day of April, 2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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CITY OF LA VERNE
ENGINEER'S REPORT
AFTER FORMATION OF LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE
DISTRICT NO. 7
FISCAL YEAR 2026-27
SECTION 1. AUTHORITY FOR REPORT
This report is prepared in compliance with the requirements of Article 4, Chapter 1, Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 of Division 15 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California.
Landscape and Lighting District No. 7 (“District”) a special benefit assessment district, provides limited funding for the maintenance of open space within the oak tree preserve, equestrian and pedestrian trails and the fuel modified landscaped areas owned by the City of La Verne or provided for by easements to the City of La Verne.
Section 22573, Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, requires assessments to be levied according to benefit rather than according to assessed value.
The boundary of the District is completely within the City limits of the City of La Verne and is shown on the Assessment Diagram (on file in the office of the City Clerk at the City Hall of La Verne as Exhibit “A,” (Pages 1 thru 4). All parcels of real property included within the District are described in detail on maps on file in the Los Angeles County Assessor’s office.
SECTION 2. PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS
The fuel modification zone is illustrated in Exhibits 2-27 and 2-28 of the La Verne Heights Specific Plan, a copy of which is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. It has been created to protect residential land uses from wildland fires within La Verne Heights along the interface between developed and non-developed land uses. Fire-retardant qualities useful for fuel modification procedures involve plants with a low growth habit and fuel volume with a low heat output when burned.
Fuel modification principles used implement a combination of wildfire suppression techniques currently employed by various agencies in Southern California. In general, significant specimens of existing desirable, low fuel plant species located within the zone will continue to be preserved, trimmed and maintained. Representative species include mature coast live oak, toyon, and sycamore. Areas within the zone are subject
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to fuel modification specifications for each hazard classification. Fuel modified slopes will provide for adequate fire safety, and minimal visual, biotic and erosion impacts.
The portion of the Specific Plan west of Esperanza Drive and south of the main community entrance and south of Ridgeview Drive have been designated “extreme fire hazard,” primarily due to type and density of vegetation and slope. The first 100-feet from the structure will require 100 percent removal of vegetation (excluding healthy oak trees) and replanting the area with low fuel plant species. Since a perimeter road concept has been employed, a majority of this 100-foot zone will be utilized by front yard landscaping, roadway pavement, pedestrian trails and introduced landscaping, thereby minimizing or eliminating required removal of natural vegetation. The next 200- feet will require a combination of the same fuel modification techniques, but with the replanting of low fuel plant species. Healthy oak trees in all zones shall be pruned of dead material a minimum of six feet above average existing grade. All areas beyond the limit of the Extreme Fire Hazard Zone (300-feet from the edge of structures) will remain in natural unmodified open space.
The remainder of the perimeter areas are designated as “High Fire Hazard,” as shown in Exhibit 2-27 of the La Verne Heights Specific Plan. The majority of this area is located along Marshall Canyon, and is highly visible from existing development. The High Fire Hazard Zone requires much less fuel modification than the extreme zone, resulting in fewer visual impacts. The High Fire Hazard Zone is divided into two areas.
The first 100-feet form the structure requires 100 percent vegetation removal (excluding healthy oak trees), and replanting the are with low fuel plant species. The next 100-feet requires fuel modification as previously discussed. Areas beyond this zone will remain in natural open space, with no fuel modification.
The High Fire Hazard Zone - Internal Canyon Area is identical to the standard high fire hazard are in that the 100-foot/100 percent removal zone and remaining Fuel Modification Zone are identical. All healthy oaks in the Internal Canyon Area will be preserved with some minor pruning potentially being required. This canyon area contains the extension of the Oak Tree Preserve. All oak trees will be preserved in the Fuel Modification Zone. No external view-shed impacts are associated with fuel modification activities in this zone.
Part of the development of the fuel modification zones is planting of low fuel plant species. This planting is generally referred to as transitional landscaping. A separate line item has been included in the budget.
The last element of this District is the maintenance of open space. While this is a massive area, little maintenance is expected except for the trail systems.
SECTION 3. METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT
The net amount to be assessed upon the properties within the District is apportioned by a formula and method which equally distributes the amount of benefit among all assessable parcels. The maintenance of the slopes provides a special benefit which is received by each and every lot or parcel within the District.
Since portions of the District 7 improvements are located on, or are visible from, publicly accessible land, a general benefit contribution from the City has been factored
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into the apportionment of assessments proposed for annual levy. The general benefit for the District will amount to the full budget identified for staff time. This contribution will represent the full value of the general benefit contribution to the zones.
SECTION 4. DIAGRAM FOR THE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
A reduced copy of the assessment diagram is attached as Exhibit “A.” Full size maps are available in the office of the City Engineer. The zone is located west of Esperanza Drive and south of Golden Hills Road. The zone is bound to the south and west by open space. The parcels included in this zone compose the La Verne Heights Community.
SECTION 5. ASSESSMENT
The fuel modified landscaping was developed and is maintained for the benefit and enjoyment of all the properties included within the assessment district boundaries, and all parcels benefit from the improvements. The amount to be assessed upon the assessable lands within the district for Fiscal Year (FY) 1995-96 was zero. The developer, Lewis Homes of California was solely responsible for maintenance this FY.
The amount to be assessed upon the assessable lands within the District for FY 1996- 97 was $128,946 ($693.26 per parcel). But since only three-fourths of the area was anticipated to be ready for acceptance by the City for maintenance during FY 1996-97, the assessment was reduced to $99,425.00. For the FY 1997-98 the assessment was to return to the originally approved amount of $128,940 which would have been necessary to maintain all of the proposed fuel modified areas after the establishment plant growth period. Since no additional areas above the FY 1996-97 level were anticipated to be accepted during FY 1997-98, the assessment was again reduced to $99,425.00. For FY 1998-99 the full assessment budget was approved at $106,060.00.
This was less than the 1996 estimate of $128,940 do to the following factors:
1. The water usage for the established areas was less than first two year of growth.
2. The required maintenance for the established areas is less than previous years.
For FYs 1999-00 through 2006-07, the $106,328.00 budgets were proposed to be approximately at the FY 1998-99 level with surpluses from previous year’s assessments reducing the assessment to $99,425.00, the FY 1998-99 level. For FY 2007-08 and 2008-09 the budget was increased to $135,219 due to increased costs to maintain fuel modification areas. For FY 2009-10, the budget was increased to $150,363. That increase was due to an increase in the maintenance levels for transitional landscaping and open space fuel modification. In addition, the cost of water increased by 20 percent. In order to reduce the assessment deficit, the levy was increased from $534.54 per parcel to the maximum allowed within the district of $693.26 per parcel as established with the formation of the district. For FY 2010-11 the budget was reduced to $132,828.00 due to reduction in water usage. For FY 2011-12 there was a slight increase in the budget to $134,075.00 with a credited surplus of $5,129.00 from previous fiscal years balances the budget with assessments. For FY 2012-13 the budget was again slightly increased to $142,174.00 with previous years surpluses being credited to balance the assessment. For FY 2013-14 the budget was reduced to
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$132,246 with previous year’s surpluses being credited to balance the assessment. For FY 2014-15 the budget was increased to $137,400.00 with previous years surpluses being credited to balance the assessment. For FY 2015-16 the budget increased to $186,000 with previous years surpluses being credited to balance the assessment. The increase was due to a proposed one time improvements to the storm drain system ($10,000.00) and increase fuel modification $40,000.00. In FY 2016-17 the budget decreased to $154,500 with the completion of the 2015-16 storm drain improvements and the major fuel modification projects. Previous years surpluses were credited to balance the assessments. For FY 2017-18 the budget increased to $166,630.00 from $154,500.00 in order to replace the controller’s “cellular” cards. There were adequate reserves to fund the short fall between the amount that can be assessed and the cost center total. For FY 2018-19, the budget was decreased to $162,138.00 with the reserves funding the short fall. While the assessment remained at the maximum of $693.26, the levy was reduced to $650.00 per parcel because of the high reserves. For FY 2019-20, the budget was decreased to $158,167.00. The levy was again decreased from the maximum of $693.26 and the 2018-19 levy of $650.00 per parcel to $600.00 per parcel with the reserves used to balance the budget. For FY 2020-21 the budget was increased to $163,453.00. The assessment levy was held at the 2019-20 amount of $600.00 per parcel. For FY 2021-22 the budget increased to $185,547. The assessment levy was increased to $630 per parcel along with application of reserves from the prior year to balance the budget. For FY 2022-23 the budget increased to $210,967. The assessment levy was increased to $660 per parcel and included application of reserve funds to balance the budget. For FY 2023-24 the budget increased to $212,747 resulting from increased contractual services costs. The assessment levy was increased to $684.00 per parcel in conjunction with application of reserves from the prior year to balance the budget. For the FY 24-25 period, the assessment increased to the maximum assessment to $693.26 per parcel. The max assessment was continued for FY 25-26. Aligned with the prior two years, the FY 26-27 assessment will remain at the maximum assessment of $693.26 per parcel.
District reserve funds will be used to balance the budget.
As required by said Act, a diagram is attached hereto showing the District and the boundaries and dimensions of the respective parcels of land within said District as the same existed at the time of the adoption of the Resolution of Intention and the initiation of these proceedings, as each parcel has been given a separate number upon said Diagram.
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EXPENDITURE BUDGET
2026-27
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MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
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HEIGHTS III District 7
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PERSONNEL
REGULAR SALARIES AND WAGES PART TIME WAGES FRINGE BENEFIT COSTS ADMINISTRATION COSTS TOTAL PERSONNEL SERVICES $ 14,247.00
OPERATIONAL
32-00 OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES $ - 32-05 ARCHITECT/ENGINEERING SERVICES $ 2,500.00 32-09 OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES $ 74,500.00
43-05 CONTRACTUAL MAINT. SERVICE $ 23,000.00
54-05 LEGAL NOTICES AND PUBLICATIONS $ 500.00 62-51 ELECTRICITY UTILITY $ 2,510.00
62-52 CITY UTILITIES/WATER, ETC. $ 80,500.00
64-00 MISC. MATERIALS & SUPPLIES $ - 65-07 MATERIALS/NURSERY ITEMS $ -
65-16 SPRINKLER/IRRIGATION SUPPLIES $ 3,000.00 OPERATIONAL TOTAL $ 186,510.00
FUND FOR TREE TRIMMING (5 YEAR) $ -
COST CENTER TOTAL $ 200,757.00
GENERAL BENEFIT CONTRIBUTION $ (14,247.00)
FUND DEFICIT PAYMENT $ -
CREDIT (FROM RESERVES) $ (57,563.64)
DEFICIT (GENERAL FUND LOAN) $ -
CREDITED RESERVES $ -
TOTAL TO BE ASSESSED $ 128,946.36
2026/27 DISTRICT 7 EQUAL PARCEL ASSESSMENT (186
PARCELS) $ 693.26
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: April 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Cody Howing, City Engineer
SUBJECT: CITYWIDE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8, ENGINEER'S REPORT.
SUMMARY
Pursuant to the provisions of Division 15, Part 2, of the Streets and Highways Code, an Engineer’s Report for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 8 (Marshall Canyon Estates Specific Plan development) has been prepared for City Council preliminary approval. Said approval sets the levy of assessments for Fiscal Year 2026-27 and schedules the Public Hearing for May 18, 2026.
RECOMMENDATION
That City Council adopt a resolution, approving the Engineer’s Report, and setting the Public Hearing for May 18, 2026.
DISCUSSION
On January 3, 1995, the City Council approved Resolution No. 95-3 overruling protests and providing for the formation of Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 8 and the annual levy and collecting of assessments for Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 8. At that time, it was anticipated that within a year Lewis Homes would have completed the construction and the City would accept the fuel modification area and the linear park (open space) for maintenance in Fiscal Year (FY) 1996-97.
An expenditure budget was prepared and approved in 1995 estimating a full one year’s maintenance cost of $45,445 ($249.70 per parcel) to be levied in FY 1996-97. The levy for 1995-96 was set at zero since no areas were to be maintained by the City. Since FY 1996-97, the assessment budget increased as maintenance and utility costs have increased.
In FY 2004-05, the City accepted all the fuel modification areas for maintenance. Cost to maintain the District increased over the years, exceeding the maximum allowed to be assessed.
To balance the annual budget, previous years' surpluses were used, maintaining the assessment at the 1995 approved levy of $249.70 per parcel. The application of credited reserves will balance the annual budget and maintain the levy amount as in past years at the proposed rate of $249.70 per parcel. Adequate fuel modification reserves will remain in the District.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
Based on the proposed budget for FY 2026-27, application of surplus funds in the amount of $24,004.30 is required to balance the budget. Adequate reserve funds are available, although
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Citywide Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 8, Engineer's Report., Page 2
long-term sustainability is a concern in future projections. As a result, City staff have applied for grant funds for fuel modification purposes for near-term future needs.
Solutions to balance the budget on a long-term timeline horizon include evaluation of a cost escalation factor tied to the Consumer Price Index. City staff will continue to enhance community engagement efforts and plan to bring back for City Council consideration, options to initiate a Proposition 218 process in District 8 for FY 2027-28.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The annual maintenance of Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 8 related facilities is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, Section 15301 and City of La Verne environmental guidelines.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution to Set Public Hearing for LLMD Dist No. 8
2. Engineer's Report Dist No. 8 FY 26-27
Coordinated with:
Danny Wu, Director of Public Works
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Resolution No. 26-XX
RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE “ENGINEERS REPORT” FOR ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 IN THE EXISTING LANDSCAPING &
LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT WITHIN SAID CITY, DECLARING ITS
INTENTION TO PROVIDE FOR ANNUAL LEVY AND COLLECTION OF
ASSESSMENTS FOR SAME DISTRICT PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF DIVISION 15, PART 2, OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE
OF CALIFORNIA, AND SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR PUBLIC HEARING THEREON (LLMD #8)
WHEREAS, this City Council has previously formed a Landscaping District pursuant to the provisions of Division 15, Part 2 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, being the “Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972,” for a maintenance district to be known and designated as
CITY OF LA VERNE
LANDSCAPING & LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8
(hereinafter referred to as the “District”); and,
WHEREAS, at this time the City Council is desirous to take proceedings to provide for the annual levy of assessments for the next ensuing fiscal year to provide for the costs and expenses necessary to pay for one year of the maintenance of the improvements within said District; and
WHEREAS, at this time there has been presented to this City Council the Engineer’s Report as required by Division 15 of the Streets and Highways Code, and at this time, this City Council is desirous of proceeding with the proceedings for said annual levy;
WHEREAS, this City Council has now carefully examined and reviewed the “Engineer’s Report” as presented, and is satisfied with each and all of the items and documents as set forth therein and is satisfied that the assessment, on a preliminary basis, has been spread in accordance with the benefits received from the maintenance to be performed as set forth in said “Engineer’s Report.”
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Resolution No. 26-XX
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA AS FOLLOWS:
RECITALS
SECTION 1. That the above recitals are all true and correct.
PUBLIC INTEREST
SECTION 2. A. That the public interest and convenience requires, and it is the intention of this City Council to undertake proceedings for the annual levy and collection of special assessments for the continual maintenance of certain landscaping, all to serve and benefit said District as said area is shown and delineated on a map as previously approved by this City Council and on file in the Office of the City Clerk, open to public inspection, and therein so referenced and made a part hereof.
B. That the improvements to be maintained are substantially the same as for the previous fiscal year and reference is hereby made to said proceedings, and there are not substantial changes proposed to be made in any existing improvements or maintenance thereof.
REPORT
SECTION 3. That the “Engineer’s Report” as presented, consisting of the following:
A. Plans and Specifications
B. Estimate of Cost for one-year’s assessment
C. Diagram of the Maintenance District
D. Assessment of the Estimated Cost
is hereby approved on a preliminary basis for Fiscal Year 2026-27 and is ordered to be filed in the Office of the City Clerk as a permanent record and to remain open for public inspection.
That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this resolution and the minutes of this meeting shall so reflect the presentation of the “Engineer’s Report.”
ASSESSMENT
SECTION 4. That the public interest and convenience requires, and it is the intention of this City Council to order the annual assessment levy for the District as set
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forth and described in said “Engineer’s Report,” and further it is determined to be within the best public interest and convenience to levy and collect annual assessments to pay the costs and expenses of said maintenance and improvement as estimated in said “Engineer’s Report.”
DESCRIPTION OF MAINTENANCE
SECTION 5. The assessments which are to be levied and collected shall be for the maintenance of certain landscaping and lighting as set forth in the “Engineer’s Report,” referenced and incorporated herein.
COUNTY AUDITOR
SECTION 6. The County Auditor shall enter on the County Assessment Roll the amount of the assessments and shall collect said assessments at the time and in the same manner as County taxes are collected. After collection by the County, the net amount of the assessment, after the deduction of any compensation due to the County for collection, shall be paid to the Treasurer for purposes of paying for the costs and expenses of said District.
SPECIAL FUNDS
SECTION 7. That all monies collected shall be deposited in the previously established fund known as
LANDSCAPING & LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 8
Payment shall be made out of said fund only for the purpose provided for in this Resolution, and in order to expedite the making of this maintenance and improvement, the City Council may transfer into said special fund, money from any available source, such funds as it may deem necessary to expedite the proceedings. Any funds shall be repaid out of the proceeds of the assessments provided for in this Resolution.
BOUNDARIES OF DISTRICT
SECTION 8. Said contemplated maintenance work is, in the opinion of this City Council, of direct benefit to the properties within the boundaries of the District, and this City Council makes the costs and expenses of said maintenance chargeable upon the District, which District said City Council hereby declares to be the District benefited by said improvements and maintenance, and to be further assessed to pay the costs and expenses thereof. Said District shall include each parcel of land within the boundaries of said District as said District is shown in a map as approved by this City Council and on file in the Office of the City Clerk and so designated by the name of the District.
PUBLIC PROPERTY
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Resolution No. 26-XX
SECTION 9. Any lot or parcels of land known as public property, as the same are defined in Section 22663 of Division 15, Part 2, of the streets and Highways Code of the State of California, which are included within the boundaries of the Maintenance District, shall be omitted and exempt from any assessment to be made under these proceedings to cover any of the costs and expenses of said maintenance work.
PUBLIC HEARING
SECTION 10. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON THE 18 TH DAY OF MAY, 2026 AT THE HOUR OF 6:30 P.M. IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF LA VERNE
CITY HALL, IS THE TIME AND PLACE FIXED BY THIS CITY COUNCIL FOR THE
HEARING OF PROTESTS OR OBJECTIONS IN REFERENCE TO THE ANNUAL LEVY
OF MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENTS, TO THE EXTENT OF THE MAINTENANCE AND ANY OTHER MATTERS CONTAINED IN THIS RESOLUTION. ANY PERSONS WHO
WISH TO OBJECT TO THE PROCEEDINGS FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY SHOULD FILE
A WRITTEN PROTEST WITH THE CITY CLERK PRIOR TO THE TIME SET AND SCHEDULED FOR SAID PUBLIC HEARING.
NOTICE
SECTION 11. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to notice and publish the public meeting and public hearing as required by law.
SECTION 12. That the City Clerk is further directed to cause a copy of the Resolution of Intention to be posted upon the official bulletin board customarily used by the City for posting of notices.
EFFECTIVE DATE
SECTION 13. This Resolution is adopted pursuant to the provisions of Section 22623, et seq. of the Streets & Highways Code of the State of California shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
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Resolution No. 26-XX
PROCEEDINGS INQUIRIES
SECTION 14. For any and all information relating to the proceedings, protest procedure, any documentation and/or information of a procedural or technical nature, your attention is directed to the below listed person at the local agency or department so designated:
CODY A. HOWING
RKA CONSULTING GROUP
398 LEMON CREEK DRIVE, SUITE E
WALNUT, CA 91789
(909) 594-9702
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 20TH day of APRIL, 2026.
______________________________
Tim Hepburn, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
I, Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk of the City of La Verne, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that Resolution No. 26-__ was duly passed and adopted by the said City Council at a regular meeting of the said Council held on the 20 th day of April, 2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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CITY OF LA VERNE
ENGINEER'S REPORT
AFTER FORMATION OF LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE
DISTRICT NO. 8
FISCAL YEAR 2026-27
SECTION 1. AUTHORITY FOR REPORT
This report is prepared pursuant to the requirements of Article 4, Chapter 1, Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 of Division 15 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California.
Landscape and Lighting District No. 8 (“District”) a special benefit assessment district, provides funding for the maintenance of the neighborhood park and fuel modified landscaped areas all owned by the City of La Verne or provided for by easements to the City of La Verne.
Section 22573, Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, requires assessments to be levied according to benefit rather than according to assessed value.
The boundary of the District is completely within the City limits of the City of La Verne and is shown on the Assessment Diagram (on file in the office of the City Clerk at the City Hall of La Verne as Exhibit “A,” Pages 1 thru 3). All parcels of real property included within the District are described in detail on maps on file in the Los Angeles County Assessor’s office.
SECTION 2. PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS
COMMUNITY AND NEIGHBORHOOD PARK
The community park created with the Marshall Canyon development was designed to be accessed and utilized by the neighborhoods surrounding the development. This park will thus be included in Citywide Landscaping and Lighting District Number 6 for maintenance purposes which is now being funded by the City’s utility tax. The neighborhood park, referred to in some City documents as “linear park” can be accessed by the general public from the community park but is more likely to be used by the Marshall Canyon development. For this reason one-half of the maintenance cost of the linear park has been included in District No. 8. The second half of the maintenance will be included in the General Fund budget. Maintenance of appurtenant drainage devices and facilities are included in the “District.”
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FUEL MODIFICATION
The fuel modification zone is illustrated in Exhibits 62 and 63 of the Marshall Canyon Estates Specific Plan, a copy of which is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. It has been created to protect residential land uses from wildland fires within Marshall Canyon Estates along the interface between developed and non-developed land uses.
Fire-retardant qualities useful for fuel modification procedures involve plants with a low growth habit and fuel volume with a low heat output when burned.
Fuel modification principles used implement a combination of wildfire suppression techniques currently employed by various agencies in Southern California. In general, significant specimens of existing desirable, low fuel plant species located within the zone will continue to be preserved, trimmed and maintained. Representative species include mature coast live oak, toyon, and sycamore. Areas within the zone are subject to fuel modification specifications for each hazard classification. Fuel modified slopes will provide for adequate fire safety, and minimal visual, biotic and erosion impacts.
Maintenance of appurtenant drainage devices and facilities are included in the “District.”
Areas to the north of the custom home area have been designated as an extreme fire hazard zone due to the character of the existing vegetation and slope. Modification procedures for the extreme fire hazard area require a 300-foot zone. The first 100 feet (Zone A) from structures require 100 percent removal of vegetation (excluding preserved specimens) and re-vegetating with a low fuel plant species. The next 200 feet require a combination of fuel modification techniques and re-vegetation with low fuel plant species. Healthy oaks and other significant trees in all zones shall be pruned of dead material a minimum of six feet above average existing grade. All areas beyond the limit of the extreme fire hazard zone (300 feet from the edge of structures) will remain in natural unmodified open space.
Limited areas of the site adjacent to the golf course and flatter portions of valleys in the custom home area represent a high fire hazard condition. Other than being a reduced zone of modification (300 feet to 200 feet), all facets of the modification procedure remain the same.
Moderate fire hazard zones occur around the existing homes and in the neighborhood park adjacent to the golf course. Although the existing homes are surrounded on two sides by extreme fire hazard conditions, the groves of ornamental trees and irrigated nature of the landscape create a less hazardous condition. The highly volatile species have been removed and the dead material on healthy oaks have been pruned to a minimum of six feet above average grade. Modified areas have been replanted with low fuel plant material.
SECTION 3. METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT
The net amount to be assessed upon the properties within the District is apportioned by a formula and method which equally distributes the amount of benefit among all assessable parcels. The maintenance of the slopes provides a special benefit which is received by each and every lot or parcel within the District. Assessment No. 183 (Lot 183 of Tract 45586) was an existing prior to the subdivision of Tract 45586.
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The improvements installed with Tract 45586 were for the benefit of the new homes in Tract 45586. Because of this pre-existing condition, Lot 183 will have a zero assessment.
Since each of the District includes improvements that are located on, or visible from public right-of-way, a general benefit contribution from the City has been factored into the apportionment of assessments proposed for annual levy. The general benefit will amount to the full budget identified for staff time. This contribution will represent the full value of the general benefit contribution to the District.
SECTION 4. DIAGRAM FOR THE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
A reduced copy of the assessment diagram is attached as Exhibit “A.” Full size maps are available in the office of the City Engineer. The location of this zone is north of Golden Hills Road and includes the Marshall Canyon Estates community. The area is bound generally on the west by Brydon Road, to the east by Stephens Ranch Road and to the north by open space.
SECTION 5. ASSESSMENT
The fuel modified landscaping was developed and is maintained for the benefit and enjoyment of all the properties included within the assessment district boundaries, and all parcels benefit from the improvements. The amount to be assessed upon the assessable lands within the District for Fiscal Year (FY) 1996-97 was $45,445.00.
Since it was anticipated that the areas would not be ready for acceptance by the City for maintenance until mid-FY 1996-97, the assessment was reduced by one-half over that which is anticipated to maintain the area in the originally approved “Report.” For FY 1997-98 through 2003-04 the assessment was to return to the amount necessary to maintain all of the proposed fuel modified areas for a full year. Since some of the areas to be maintained were not accepted by the City, the assessment remained for FY 1997- 98 through 2002-03 at the 1996-97 level of one-half the full year’s rate. All areas required to be maintained by the City were accepted by the City in July 2003. For FY 2003-04 the budget was increased because of the increased cost to maintain the linear park and drainage structures with the levy at the maximum assessment set in 1995 ($249.70 per parcel). Surpluses from the previous years were applied to balance the budgets. In FY 2017-18 the budget increased in order to replace the controller’s “cellular” cards. Previous surplus “reserves” were being used to balance the budget. In FY 2018-19 and 2019-20, the assessment remained at the 2003-04 level of $249.70 per parcel, with reserves used to balance the budget. In FY 2020-21 the budget decreased allowing the assessment to remain at $249.70 per parcel, with reserves again being used to balance the budget. For FY 2021-22 the budget increased to $55,016.00. The assessment remained at $249.70 per parcel with application of reserves to balance the budget. For FY 2022-23 the budget increased to $65,016. The assessment remained at $249.70 per parcel with reserves used to balance the budget. For FY 2023-24 the budget was maintained at $249.70 per parcel with reserves used to balance the budget.
For FY 2024-25 the budget was maintained in at the maximum allowed assessment.
The assessment is $249.70 per parcel. The Assessment was maintained at $249.70 per parcel for FY 2025-26. Just as prior years, the FY 2026-27 budget requires the
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assessment maximum assessment of $249.70 per parcel with reserves used to balance the budget.
As required by said Act, a diagram is attached hereto showing the District and the boundaries and dimensions of the respective parcels of land within said District as the same existed at the time of the adoption of the Resolution of Intention and the initiation of these proceedings, as each parcel has been given a separate number upon said Diagram.
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EXPENDITURE BUDGET
2026-27
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MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
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PERSONNEL
REGULAR SALARIES AND WAGES PART TIME WAGES FRINGE BENEFIT COSTS ADMINISTRATION COSTS TOTAL PERSONNEL SERVICES $ 7,816.00
OPERATIONAL
32-00 OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES $ - 32-05 ARCHITECT/ENGINEERING SERVICES $ 2,500.00 32-09 OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES $ 24,300.00
43-05 CONTRACTUAL MAINT. SERVICE $ 33,600.00
• (FUEL MODIFICATION) $23,600.00 • 1/2 LINEAR PARK $ - • DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS $10,000.00 54-05 LEGAL NOTICES AND PUBLICATIONS $ 500.00 62-51 ELECTRICITY UTILITY $ 700.00
62-52 CITY UTILITIES/WATER, ETC. $ 7,600.00
64-00 MISC. MATERIALS & SUPPLIES $ -
65-07 MATERIALS/NURSERY ITEMS $ -
65-16 SPRINKLER/IRRIGATION SUPPLIES $ - OPERATIONAL TOTAL $ 69,200.00
FUND FOR TREE TRIMMING (5 YEAR) $ -
COST CENTER TOTAL $ 77,016.00
GENERAL BENEFIT CONTRIBUTION $ (7,816.00)
FUND DEFICIT PAYMENT $ -
CREDIT (FROM RESERVES) $ (24,004.30)
CREDITED RESERVES $ -
TOTAL TO BE ASSESSED $ 45,195.70
2026/27 DISTRICT NO. 8 EQUAL PARCEL ASSESSMENT (181 PARCELS) $ 249.70
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: April 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Cody Howing, City Engineer
SUBJECT: MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 84-1M, ESPERANZA ROAD SLOPES, ENGINEER'S REPORT.
SUMMARY
Attached for City Council review is the Engineer’s Report for Maintenance District No. 84- 1M. The report contains a reference to the existing plans and specifications for the area to be maintained, the estimated cost to maintain the District for the Fiscal Year period of July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and the assessment diagram.
RECOMMENDATION
That City Council adopt a resolution approving, on a preliminary basis, the Engineer’s Report and setting the Public Hearing for May 18, 2026.
DISCUSSION
Maintenance District No. 84-1M was formed in 1986. The purpose of this District is to provide for the costs and expenses necessary for the maintenance of the slopes and storm drain facilities associated with the construction of Esperanza Road. Generally, in the past few years, a minimum level of effort has been necessary for this maintenance.
Unfortunately, during the 1992, 1993, and 1995 winter storms, significant slides occurred. The majority of the cost to repair these slides was funded by Federal monies with the District funding the difference. The 2004–05 storms caused some slope damage in which repair work was also federally funded. No significant damage was caused as a result of the 2025-26 wet season.
Assessments since 1987 have varied from $3.98 to an assessment in 1992 of $8.00. With the application of a credited surplus, the levy is proposed to remain at the maximum assessment of $8.00 per parcel.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
Based on the proposed budget for FY 2026-27, application of surplus funds in the amount of $14,557.00 is required to balance the budget. Adequate reserve funds are available.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The annual maintenance of 84-M related facilities is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, Section 15301 and City of La Verne environmental guidelines.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this report.
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Maintenance District No. 84-1M, Esperanza Road Slopes, Engineer's Report., Page 2
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution to Set Public Hearing Maintenance District 84-1M
2. Mainten
ance District 84-1M Engineers Report FY 26-27
Coordinated with:
Danny Wu, Director of Public Works
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Resolution No. 26-XX
RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA,
DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO PROVIDE FOR AN ANNUAL LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 IN A SPECIAL
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT, AND SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR PUBLIC HEARING THEREON (84-1M.)
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of La Verne, has previously formed a special maintenance district pursuant to the terms of the “Municipal Improvement Act of 1913,” being Division 12 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, said special maintenance district known and designated as:
CITY OF LA VERNE
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 84-1M
(hereinafter referred to as the “Maintenance District”); and,
WHEREAS, at this time the City Council is desirous to take proceedings to provide for the annual levy of assessments for the next ensuing fiscal year to provide for the costs and expenses necessary to pay for the maintenance of the works of improvement in said Maintenance District; and
WHEREAS, there has been presented and approved by this City Council the Engineer’s “Report” as required by law, and this City Council is desirous of continuing with the proceedings for said annual levy.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
RECITALS
SECTION 1. That the above recitals are all true and correct.
DECLARATION OF INTENTION
SECTION 2. That it is the intention of this legislative body, to undertake proceedings for the annual levy and collection of assessments to pay the costs and
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Resolution No. 26-XX
expenses for the maintenance of the works of improvement for the above referenced Maintenance District, said works of improvement generally described as follows:
Certain street improvements, including storm drain facilities, cut and fill slopes and appurtenant work in connection therewith, to serve and benefit properties within the boundaries of this Maintenance District.
BOUNDARIES OF MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
SECTION 3. That said works of improvement are of direct benefit to the properties within the boundaries of said Maintenance District, which Maintenance District the legislative body previously declared to be the area benefited by said works of improvement, and for particulars, reference is made to the boundary map as previously approved by this legislative body, a copy of which is on file in the Office of the City Clerk and open for public inspection, and is designated by the name of this Maintenance District.
REPORT OF ENGINEER
SECTION 4. That the “Report” of the Engineer, as preliminarily approved by this legislative body, is on file with the City Clerk, and open for public inspection. Reference is made to said “Report” for a full and detailed description of the existing works of improvement, the boundaries of the Maintenance District and the proposed assessments upon assessable lots an parcels of land within the Maintenance District.
PUBLIC HEARING
SECTION 5. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ON THE 18 TH DAY OF MAY, 2026, AT THE HOUR OF 6:30 P.M., IN THE REGULAR MEETING PLACE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL, BEING THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, IS THE TIME AND
PLACE FIXED BY THIS LEGISLATIVE BODY FOR HEARING PROTESTS OR
OBJECTIONS IN REFERENCE TO THE ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS AND TO
ANY OTHER MATTERS CONTAINED IN THIS RESOLUTION, ANY PERSONS WHO
WISH TO OBJECT TO THE PROCEEDINGS OR THE ANNUAL LEVY SHOULD FILE
A WRITTEN PROTEST WITH THE CITY CLERK PRIOR TO THE TIME SET FOR THE PUBLIC HEARING.
NOTICE
SECTION 6. That the City Clerk has given notice as required by law by causing a copy of this Resolution to be published two (2) times in a newspaper of general circulation within said City; the first publication to be completed not less than twenty (20) days prior to the date set for the public hearing.
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Resolution No. 26-XX
PROCEEDINGS INQUIRIES
SECTION 7. For any and all information relating to these proceedings, including information relating to protest procedure, your attention is directed to the person designated below:
Cody A. Howing, City Engineer
City of La Verne
3660 “D” Street
La Verne, California 91750
(909) 594-9702
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of April, 2026.
_____________________________________
Tim Hepburn, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
I, Debra Fritz, 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 20th day of April, 2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
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CITY OF LA VERNE
ENGINEER'S REPORT
FOR
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
DISTRICT NO. 84-1M
FISCAL YEAR 2026-27
SECTION 1. AUTHORITY FOR REPORT
This report is prepared for Maintenance District No. 84-1M pursuant to Section 10100.8 of the Municipal Improvement Act of 1913, being Division 12 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California.
SECTION 2. PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS
Plans showing the size and location of storm drain facilities and the location of slopes to be maintained are hereby made a part of this report and are on file in City Hall and are available for public inspection.
The storm drains and slopes shall be maintained to provide adequate protection of Esperanza Drive from storm water and storm water run-off.
Storm drains shall be inspected after each storm totaling 2-inches or more, but not less than twice per season. Tree branches, brush, etc., shall be removed from inlet and outlet structures. Mud and sand deposits shall be called to the attention of the City Engineer and shall be removed as directed.
Slopes shall be inspected after each storm totaling 2-inches or more, but not less than twice per season. Slopes shall be re-seeded as necessary to maintain an adequate root structure to control erosion. Excessive erosion shall be backfilled and re- seeded to prevent further erosion. Earth slides and slip-outs shall be called to the attention of the City Engineer and shall be repaired as directed.
SECTION 3. ESTIMATED COSTS FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF THE
IMPROVEMENTS
Total estimated costs for the Fiscal Year 2026-27 are as follows:
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MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ACCOUNT NO 246-5201 District 84-1
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
PERSONNEL
REGULAR SALARIES AND WAGES PART TIME WAGES FRINGE BENEFIT COSTS ADMINISTRATION COSTS TOTAL PERSONNEL SERVICES $ 5,592.00
OPERATIONAL
32-00 OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES $ -
32-05 ARCHITECT/ENGINEERING SERVICES $ 2,500.00
32-09 OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES $ 6,000.00
43-05 CONTRACTUAL MAINT. SERVICE $ 10,000.00
54-05 LEGAL NOTICES AND PUBLICATIONS $ 350.00 62-51 ELECTRICITY UTILITY $ -
62-52 CITY UTILITIES/WATER, ETC. $ -
65-07 MATERIALS $ -
OPERATIONAL TOTAL $ 18,850.00
COST CENTER TOTAL $ 24,442.00
CREDITED RESERVES $ (14,697.00)
TOTAL TO BE ASSESSED $ 9,745.00
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SECTION 4. DIAGRAM FOR THE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
Reduced copies of the assessment diagram is attached to this report and labeled "Exhibit A". Full size maps are available in the office of the City Engineer.
SECTION 5. ASSESSMENT
The north access road, Esperanza Drive, was constructed for the benefit of all of the properties included within the District boundaries. It is imperative that these maintenance expenses be incurred in order to continue the level of benefit to each parcel. The assessment of cost upon each parcel was apportioned in accordance with the estimated benefit received.
The amount estimated to be assessed upon the assessable lands within the district is $9,885.00.
The amount is apportioned to all assessable lots per attached list. The cost per developed single-family parcel is $8.00.
As required by said Act, a diagram is attached hereto showing the District and the boundaries and dimensions of the respective parcels of land within said District as the same existed at the time of the adoption of the Resolution of Intention and the initiation of these proceedings, as each parcel has been given a separate number upon said Diagram.
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2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
1 8678015008 - $
2 8678015010 - $
6.1 8678016002 36.26$
6.2 8678016004 - $
8.1 8678024019 26.13$
8.1A 8678024021 8.00$
8.1B 8678024022 8.00$
8.1C 8678024023 8.00$
8.1D 8678024024 8.00$
8.2 8678023034 60.24$
9 8678023001 - $
10 8678022015 - $
11.1 8678022037 - $
11.2 8678022038 - $
12 8678022012 52.26$
13.1 8678022022 8.00$
13.2 8678022023 8.00$
13.3 8678022034 8.00$
13.4 8678022035 8.00$
15.1 8678027035
18 8678019017 8.00$
19 8664043027 8.00$
22.3 8666004007 36.26$
22.4 8666004020 43.71$
23.01 8666063038 8.00$
23.02 8666063002 8.00$
23.03 8666063003 8.00$
23.04 8666063004 8.00$
23.05 8666063005 8.00$
23.06 8666063006 8.00$
23.07 8666063007 8.00$
23.08 8666063008 8.00$
23.09 8666063009 8.00$
23.10 8666063039 8.00$
23.11 8666063040 8.00$
23.12 8666063012 8.00$
23.13 8666063013 8.00$
23.14 8666063014 8.00$
23.15 8666063015 8.00$
23.16 8666063016 8.00$
23.17 8666063017 8.00$
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2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
23.18 8666063018 8.00$
23.19 8666063019 8.00$
23.20 8666063020 8.00$
23.21 8666063021 8.00$
23.22 8666063022 8.00$
23.23 8666063023 8.00$
23.24 8666063024 8.00$
23.25 8666063025 8.00$
23.26 8666063026 8.00$
23.27 8666063027 8.00$
23.28 8666063028 8.00$
23.29 8666063029 8.00$
23.30 8666063030 8.00$
23.31 8666063031 8.00$
23.32 8666063032 8.00$
23.33 8666063033 8.00$
25 8666005041 44.28$
26 8666005017 - $
27.01 8666065001 8.00$
27.02 8666065002 8.00$
27.03 8666065003 8.00$
27.04 8666065004 8.00$
27.05 8666065005 8.00$
27.06 8666065006 8.00$
27.07 8666065007 8.00$
27.08 8666065008 8.00$
27.09 8666065009 8.00$
27.10 8666065010 8.00$
28 8664020068 8.00$
29 8664020016 8.00$
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32 8664020019 8.00$
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34 8664020021 8.00$
35 8664020022 8.00$
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37 8664020024 8.00$
38 8664020025 8.00$
39 8664020026 8.00$
40 8664020027 8.00$
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2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
41 8664020028 8.00$
42 8664020029 8.00$
43 8664020030 8.00$
44 8664020031 8.00$
45 8664020032 8.00$
46 8664020033 8.00$
47 8664020034 8.00$
48 8664020035 8.00$
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50 8664020037 8.00$
51 8664020038 8.00$
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53 8664020040 8.00$
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55 8664020042 8.00$
56 8664020043 8.00$
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59 8664044001 8.00$
60 8664044002 8.00$
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62 8664044004 8.00$
63 8664044005 8.00$
64 8664044006 8.00$
65 8664044007 8.00$
66 8664044008 8.00$
67 8664044009 8.00$
68 8664044010 8.00$
69 8664044011 8.00$
70 8664044012 8.00$
71 8664044013 8.00$
72 8664044014 8.00$
73 8664044015 8.00$
74 8664044016 8.00$
75 8664044017 8.00$
76 8664044018 8.00$
77 8664044019 8.00$
78 8664044020 8.00$
79 8664044021 8.00$
80 8664044022 8.00$
81 8664044023 8.00$
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2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
82 8664044024 8.00$
83 8664044025 8.00$
84 8664044026 8.00$
85 8664044027 8.00$
86 8664044028 8.00$
87 8664044029 8.00$
88 8664044030 8.00$
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90 8664044032 8.00$
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92 8664044034 8.00$
93 8664045001 8.00$
94 8664045002 8.00$
95 8664045003 8.00$
96 8664045004 8.00$
97 8664045005 8.00$
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99 8664045007 8.00$
100 8664045008 8.00$
101 8664045009 8.00$
102 8664045010 8.00$
103 8664045012 8.00$
104 8664045013 8.00$
105 8664045014 8.00$
106 8664045015 8.00$
107 8664045016 8.00$
108 8664045017 8.00$
109 8664045018 8.00$
110 8664045019 8.00$
111 8664045020 8.00$
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115 8664045024 8.00$
116 8664045025 8.00$
117 8664045026 8.00$
118 8664045027 8.00$
119 8664045028 8.00$
120 8664045029 8.00$
121 8664045030 8.00$
122 8664045031 8.00$
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NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
123 8664045032 8.00$
124 8664046001 8.00$
125 8664046002 8.00$
126 8664046003 8.00$
127 8664046004 8.00$
128 8664046005 8.00$
129 8664046006 8.00$
130 8664046007 8.00$
131 8664046008 8.00$
132 8664046009 8.00$
133 8664046010 8.00$
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135 8664046012 8.00$
136 8664046013 8.00$
137 8664046014 8.00$
138 8664046015 8.00$
139 8664046016 8.00$
140 8664046017 8.00$
141 8664046018 8.00$
142 8664046019 8.00$
143 8664046020 8.00$
144 8664046021 8.00$
145 8664046022 8.00$
146 8664046023 8.00$
147 8664046024 8.00$
148 8664046025 8.00$
149 8664046026 8.00$
150 8664046027 8.00$
151 8664046028 8.00$
152 8664046029 8.00$
153 8664046030 8.00$
154 8664046031 8.00$
155 8664046032 8.00$
156 8664046033 8.00$
157 8664046034 8.00$
158 8664046035 8.00$
159 8664046036 8.00$
160 8664046037 8.00$
161 8664046038 8.00$
162 8664046039 8.00$
163 8664046040 8.00$
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2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
164 8664046041 8.00$
165 8664046042 8.00$
166 8664046043 8.00$
167 8664021016 8.00$
168 8664021017 8.00$
169 8664021018 8.00$
170 8664021019 8.00$
171 8664021020 8.00$
172 8664021021 8.00$
173 8664021022 8.00$
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175 8664021024 8.00$
176 8664021025 8.00$
177 8664047001 8.00$
178 8664047002 8.00$
179 8664047003 8.00$
180 8664047004 8.00$
181 8664047005 8.00$
182 8664047006 8.00$
183 8664047007 8.00$
184 8664047008 8.00$
185 8664047009 8.00$
186 8664047010 8.00$
187 8664047011 8.00$
188 8664047012 8.00$
189 8664047013 8.00$
190 8664047014 8.00$
191 8664047015 8.00$
192 8664047016 8.00$
193 8664047017 8.00$
194 8664047018 8.00$
195 8664047019 8.00$
196 8664047020 8.00$
197 8664047021 8.00$
198 8664047022 8.00$
199 8664047023 8.00$
200 8664047024 8.00$
201 8664047025 8.00$
202 8664047026 8.00$
203 8664047027 8.00$
204 8664047028 8.00$
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2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
205 8664047029 8.00$
206 8664047030 8.00$
207 8664047031 8.00$
208 8664047032 8.00$
209 8664047033 8.00$
210 8664047034 8.00$
211 8664047035 8.00$
212 8664047036 8.00$
213 8664047037 8.00$
214 8664047038 8.00$
215 8664047039 8.00$
216 8664047040 8.00$
217 8664047041 8.00$
218 8664047042 8.00$
219 8664047043 8.00$
220 8664047044 8.00$
221 8664047045 8.00$
222 8664047046 8.00$
223 8664047047 8.00$
224 8664047048 8.00$
225 8664047049 8.00$
226 8664047050 8.00$
227 8664047051 8.00$
228 8664047052 8.00$
229 8664047053 8.00$
230 8664047054 8.00$
231 8664047055 8.00$
232 8664047056 8.00$
233 8664047057 8.00$
234 8664047058 8.00$
235 8664047059 8.00$
236 8664047060 8.00$
237 8664047061 8.00$
238 8664047062 8.00$
239 8664047063 8.00$
240 8664047064 8.00$
241 8664047065 8.00$
242 8664047066 8.00$
243 8664047067 8.00$
244 8664047068 8.00$
245 8664047069 8.00$
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2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
246 8664047070 8.00$
247 8664047071 8.00$
248 8664047072 8.00$
249 8664047073 8.00$
250 8664047074 8.00$
251 8664047075 8.00$
252 8664047076 8.00$
253 8664047077 8.00$
254 8664047078 8.00$
255 8664047079 8.00$
256 8664021026 8.00$
257 8664021027 8.00$
258 8664021028 8.00$
259 8664021029 8.00$
260 8664021030 8.00$
261 8664021031 8.00$
262 8664021032 8.00$
263 8664021033 8.00$
264 8664021034 8.00$
265 8664021035 8.00$
266 8664021036 8.00$
267 8664021037 8.00$
268 8664021038 8.00$
269 8664021039 8.00$
270 8664020046 8.00$
271 8664020047 8.00$
272 8664020048 8.00$
273 8664020049 8.00$
274 8664020050 8.00$
275 8664020051 8.00$
276 8664020052 8.00$
277 8664020053 8.00$
278 8664020054 8.00$
279 8664020055 8.00$
280 8664020066 8.00$
281 8664020067 8.00$
282 8664020058 8.00$
283 8664020059 8.00$
284 8664020060 8.00$
285 8664020061 8.00$
286 8664020062 8.00$
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2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
287 8664020063 8.00$
288 8664020064 8.00$
289 8664020065 8.00$
290 8664039002 8.00$
291 8664039003 8.00$
292 8664039004 8.00$
293 8664039005 8.00$
294 8664039006 8.00$
295 8664039007 8.00$
296 8664039008 8.00$
297 8664039009 8.00$
298 8664039010 8.00$
299 8678063001 8.00$
300 8678063002 8.00$
301 8678063003 8.00$
302 8678063004 8.00$
303 8678063005 8.00$
304 8678063006 8.00$
305 8678063007 8.00$
306 8678063008 8.00$
307 8678063009 8.00$
308 8678063010 8.00$
309 8678063011 8.00$
310 8678063012 8.00$
311 8678063013 8.00$
312 8678063014 8.00$
313 8678063015 8.00$
314 8678063016 8.00$
315 8678063017 8.00$
316 8678063018 8.00$
317 8678063019 8.00$
318 8678063020 8.00$
319 8678063021 8.00$
320 8678063022 8.00$
321 8678063023 8.00$
322 8678063024 8.00$
323 8678063025 8.00$
324 8678063026 8.00$
325 8678063027 8.00$
326 8678063028 8.00$
327 8678063029 8.00$
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2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
328 8678063030 8.00$
329 8678063031 8.00$
330 8678063032 8.00$
331 8678063033 8.00$
332 8678063034 8.00$
333 8678062001 8.00$
334 8678062002 8.00$
335 8678062003 8.00$
336 8678062004 8.00$
337 8678062005 8.00$
338 8678062006 8.00$
339 8678062007 8.00$
340 8678062008 8.00$
341 8678062009 8.00$
342 8678062010 8.00$
343 8678062011 8.00$
344 8678062012 8.00$
345 8678062024 8.00$
346 8678062014 8.00$
347 8678062015 8.00$
348 8678062016 8.00$
349 8678062017 8.00$
350 8678062018 8.00$
351 8678062019 8.00$
352 8678062020 8.00$
353 8666053001 8.00$
354 8666053002 8.00$
355 8666053003 8.00$
356 8666053004 8.00$
357 8666053005 8.00$
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360 8666053008 8.00$
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364 8666053012 8.00$
365 8666053013 8.00$
366 8666053014 8.00$
367 8666053015 8.00$
368 8666053016 8.00$
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2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
369 8666053017 8.00$
370 8666053018 8.00$
371 8666053019 8.00$
372 8666053020 8.00$
373 8666053021 8.00$
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384 8666053032 8.00$
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387 8666053035 8.00$
388 8666053036 8.00$
389 8666053037 8.00$
390 8666053038 8.00$
391 8666053039 8.00$
392 8666053040 8.00$
393 8666053041 8.00$
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409 8666053057 8.00$
4/13/2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
PAGE 11 of 28
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
410 8666053058 8.00$
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447 8666055006 8.00$
448 8666055007 8.00$
449 8666055008 - $
450 8666055009 8.00$
4/13/2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
PAGE 12 of 28
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
451 8666055010 8.00$
452 8666055011 8.00$
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488 8666056006 8.00$
489 8666056007 8.00$
490 8666056008 8.00$
491 8666056009 8.00$
4/13/2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
PAGE 13 of 28
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
492 8666056010 8.00$
493 8666056011 8.00$
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531 8666057030 8.00$
532 8666057031 8.00$
4/13/2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
PAGE 14 of 28
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
533 8666057032 8.00$
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570 8678064020 8.00$
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572 8678064022 8.00$
573 8678064023 8.00$
4/13/2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
PAGE 15 of 28
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
574 8678064024 8.00$
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613 8678064073 8.00$
614 8678064074 8.00$
4/13/2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
PAGE 16 of 28
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
615 8678064075 8.00$
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653 8666060016 8.00$
654 8666060017 8.00$
655 8666060018 8.00$
4/13/2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
PAGE 17 of 28
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
656 8666060019 8.00$
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695 8666061069 8.00$
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4/13/2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
PAGE 18 of 28
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
697 8666061071 8.00$
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731 8666062001 8.00$
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734 8666062004 8.00$
735 8666062005 8.00$
736 8666062006 8.00$
737 8666062007 - $
4/13/2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
PAGE 19 of 28
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
738 8666062009 8.00$
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740 8666062041 8.00$
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750 8666062021 8.00$
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775 8678065011 8.00$
776 8678065012 8.00$
777 8678065013 8.00$
778 8678065014 8.00$
4/13/2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
PAGE 20 of 28
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
779 8678065015 8.00$
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817 8678068014 8.00$
818 8678068015 8.00$
819 8678068016 8.00$
4/13/2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
PAGE 21 of 28
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
820 8678068017 8.00$
821 8678068018 8.00$
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857 8678069032 8.00$
858 8678069079 8.00$
859 8678069080 8.00$
860 8678069081 8.00$
4/13/2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
PAGE 22 of 28
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
861 8678069082 8.00$
862 8678069083 8.00$
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900 8678070030 8.00$
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4/13/2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
PAGE 23 of 28
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
902 8678070032 8.00$
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940 8678072001 8.00$
941 8678072002 8.00$
942 8678072003 8.00$
4/13/2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
PAGE 24 of 28
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
943 8678072004 8.00$
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954 8678072015 8.00$
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960 8678072021 8.00$
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978 8678073003 8.00$
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980 8678073005 8.00$
981 8678073006 8.00$
982 8678073015 8.00$
983 8678073017 8.00$
4/13/2026
CITY OF LA VERNE
PAGE 25 of 28
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
984 8678067001 8.00$
985 8678067002 8.00$
986 8678067003 8.00$
987 8678067004 8.00$
988 8678067005 8.00$
989 8678067006 8.00$
990 8678067007 8.00$
991 8678067008 8.00$
992 8678067009 8.00$
993 8678067010 8.00$
994 8678067011 8.00$
995 8678067012 8.00$
996 8678067013 8.00$
997 8678067014 8.00$
998 8678067015 8.00$
999 8678067016 8.00$
1,000 8678067017 8.00$
1,001 8678067018 8.00$
1,002 8678067019 8.00$
1,003 8678067020 8.00$
1,004 8678067021 8.00$
1,005 8678067058 8.00$
1,006 8678067059 8.00$
1,007 8678067060 8.00$
1,008 8678067061 8.00$
1,009 8678067062 8.00$
1,010 8678067063 8.00$
1,011 8678067064 8.00$
1,012 8678067065 8.00$
1,013 8678067030 8.00$
1,014 8678067031 8.00$
1,015 8678067035 8.00$
1,016 8678067036 8.00$
1,017 8678067037 8.00$
1,018 8678067038 8.00$
1,019 8678067039 8.00$
1,020 8678067040 8.00$
1,021 8678067041 8.00$
1,022 8678067042 8.00$
1,023 8678067043 8.00$
1,024 8678067044 8.00$
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2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
======= ============ ==========
1,025 8678067045 8.00$
1,026 8678067046 8.00$
1,027 8678067047 8.00$
1,028 8678067048 8.00$
1,029 8678067049 8.00$
1,030 8678067050 8.00$
1,031 8678067051 8.00$
1,032 8678067052 8.00$
1,033 8678067053 8.00$
1,034 8678067054 8.00$
1,035 8678067055 8.00$
1,036 8666005043 28.33$
1,037 8666005044 28.33$
1,038 8678016020 212.18$
1,039 8678016016 212.18$
1,040 8678016021 212.18$
1,041 8678074001 8.00$
1,042 8678074002 8.00$
1,043 8678074003 8.00$
1,044 8678074004 8.00$
1,045 8678074005 8.00$
1,041 8678074006 8.00$
1,042 8678074007 8.00$
1,043 8678074008 8.00$
1,044 8678074009 8.00$
1,045 8678074010 8.00$
1,046 8678074011 - $
1,047 8678074012 8.00$
1,048 8678074013 8.00$
1,049 8678074014 8.00$
1,050 8678074015 8.00$
1,051 8678074016 8.00$
1,052 8678074017 8.00$
1,053 8678074018 - $
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2026-2027 84-1M (180.53)
NO. APN 2024/2025
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1,060 8678074025 - $
1,061 8678074026 - $
1,062 8678074029 - $
1,063 8678074030 8.00$
1,064 8678074031 - $
1,065 8678074027 - $
1,066 8678074028 8.00$
1,067 8678075001 - $
1,068 8678075002 8.00$
1,069 8678075003 8.00$
1,070 8678075004 8.00$
1,071 8678075005 8.00$
1,072 8678075006 8.00$
1,073 8678075007 - $
1,074 8678075008 8.00$
1,075 8678075009 8.00$
1,076 8678075010 - $
1,077 8678075011 - $
1,078 8678075012 8.00$
1,079 8678075013 8.00$
1,080 8678075014 8.00$
1,081 8678075015 8.00$
1,082 8678075016 8.00$
1,083 8678075017 8.00$
1,084 8678075018 8.00$
1,085 8678075019 8.00$
1,086 8678075020 8.00$
1,087 8678075021 8.00$
1,088 8678075022 - $
1,089 8678075023 - $
9,744.95$
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Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: April 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Cody Howing, City Engineer
SUBJECT: AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE 2025-26 CITY OF LA VERNE CDBG CURB RAMP IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
SUMMARY
This action will award a public works construction contract to Estate Design and Construction in the amount of $88,495.00 for the City of La Verne 2025-26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Curb Ramp Improvement Project. The project will be funded by CDBG and Gas Tax funds for the construction of missing or substandard curb ramps with accessible curb ramps and sidewalk panel repairs.
RECOMMENDATION
That City Council:
1. Award a public works construction contract to Estate Design and Construction the lowest, most responsible bidder, in the amount of $88,495.00 for the 2025-26 CDBG Curb Ramp Improvement Project;
2. Authorize the City Manager to issue change orders not exceeding 25% of the construction budget for a total possible cost of $110,619; and
3. Authorize staff to issue a Purchase Order for design and construction management support to RKA Consulting Group for
a not to exceed amount of $30,000.00 from available project funds from the Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project (CIP
No. SI2301)
DISCUSSION
On April 7, 2026, a total of 16 sealed bids were opened for the 2025-26 CDBG Curb Ramp Improvement Project. The work consists of furnishing all necessary materials, labor, tools, equipment and services to remove and replace substandard curb ramps and repair damaged or lifted sidewalk panels.
Following is a summary of the bid results:
BIDDER TOTAL BASE BID
Estate Design and Construction $88,495.00
Gentry General Engineering Inc. $88,550.00
DT Stellar General Engineering $105,000.00
Carter Enterprises Group, Inc $108,888.00
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Award of Contract for the 2025-26 City of La Verne CDBG Curb Ramp Improvement Project., Page 2
Hardy & Harper, Inc. $109,000.00
Garcon Construction Inc. $113,187.00
Leonida Builders, Inc $119,500.00
TVR Construction Engineering LLC $123,700.00
E&M Constructors Inc. $124,282.00
CT&T Concrete Paving Inc. $138,650.00
CJ Concrete Construction, Inc. $141,000.00
All American Building Services $167,600.00
Miramar General Engineering $183,100.00
Gentry Brothers, Inc.
$195
,600.00
Alfaro Comm
unications Construction, Inc. $233
,000.00
Mendoza Engineering Company, Inc. $355,000.00
The engineer’s estimate for the project was $100,000.00. As noted in the prior summary of bids submitted, the bids ranged from $88,495 to $355,000.00. City staff have evaluated the bid of the apparent low bidder and found Estate Design and Construction to be the lowest, most responsible and responsive bid of the 16 received. The firm meets the required contractors’ 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.
The proposed improvements are intended to enhance usability for pedestrians in the area. The project will address curb ramps located in the area on Walnut Avenue from Fairplex to A Street and portions of the southerly portion of Arrow Highway of the same limits.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
The Engineer's Estimate for the base scope of work was $100,000.00. The full cost of the project construction contract, including a contingency of 25% for the project, is available through budgeted Capital Improvement Project funds. The increased contingency is recommended to allow flexibility in extending repairs in the project area maximizing the use of the favorable unit pricing as submitted by Estate Design and Construction. The project has a total budget appropriation of $200,000 for FY 2025-26, including $100,000 in CDBG funds and $100,000 in Gas Tax funds that were allocated to the Annual Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project (CIP No.
SI2301).
Construction Contract: $88,495.00
Construction Contingency (25%): $22,123.75
Engineering Design: $6,000
Construction Management and Inspection: $24,000.00
Total: $140,618.75
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
This project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, Section 15301 Existing Facilities, and City of La Verne environmental guidelines.
LEGAL REVIEW
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Award of Contract for the 2025-26 City of La Verne CDBG Curb Ramp Improvement Project., Page 3
This report was reviewed and approved by the City Attorney.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Bid Result Summary
Coordinated with:
Danny Wu, Public Works Director
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BID DATE: Summary of proposals received for:
(909) 594-9702 TIME: 10:00 AM
FAX (909) 594-2658 PLACE: La Verne City Hall
398 Lemon Creek Drive, Suite E • Walnut, CA 91789
Computed By: MC
Item
No.
A1 Clearing and Grubbing, Mobilization, Traffic Control, & NPDES for the lump sum price of 1 L.S. 9,925.00$ $9,925.00 $4,425.00 $4,425.00 $10,300.00 $10,300.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 A2
Remove Existing Sidewalk and Construct 4” P.C.C.
Sidewalk per City of La Verne Std. Drawing No. ST-2, 4, and 5 for the unit price of
1300 S.F. 12.00$ $15,600.00 $16.00 $20,800.00 $10.00 $13,000.00 $10.00 $13,000.00 A3
Remove Existing Curb Ramp and Construct New ADA
Compliant Curb Ramp per SPPWC STD. Plan 111-5, Case
and Type per Exhibit for the unit price of
15 EA 4,965.00$ $74,475.00 $4,218.00 $63,270.00 $4,350.00 $65,250.00 $5,800.00 $87,000.00 Sub-Total
10 % Contingency
Comments
Item
No.
A1 Clearing and Grubbing, Mobilization, Traffic Control, & NPDES for the lump sum price of1 L.S. 9,925.00$ $9,925.00 $6,888.00 $6,888.00 $6,400.00 $6,400.00 $13,800.00 $13,800.00 A2
Remove Existing Sidewalk and Construct 4” P.C.C.
Sidewalk per City of La Verne Std. Drawing No. ST-2, 4, and 5 for the unit price of
1300 S.F. 12.00$ $15,600.00 $15.00 $19,500.00 $12.00 $15,600.00 $12.99 $16,887.00 A3
Remove Existing Curb Ramp and Construct New ADA
Compliant Curb Ramp per SPPWC STD. Plan 111-5, Case
and Type per Exhibit for the unit price of
15 EA 4,965.00$ $74,475.00 $5,500.00 $82,500.00 $5,800.00 $87,000.00 $5,500.00 $82,500.00 Sub-Total
10 % Contingency
Comments
Engineer's Estimate
25-26 CDBG Curb Ramp Project
CITY OF LA VERNE
Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Total
$100,000.00
$10,000.00
Total $110,000.00
$108,888.00 $109,000.00 $113,187.00
$10,888.80 $10,900.00 $11,318.70
$119,776.80 $119,900.00 $124,505.70
Unit Price Total Unit Price Total Unit Price Total
Carter Enterprises Group
Inc. Hardy and Harper Inc. Garcon Construction
22711 La Palma Ave. 32 Rancho Circle 4975 West Phillips Blvd.
Yorba Linda, CA 92887 Lake Forest, CA 92630 Ontario, CA 91762 Colton, CA 92324
$105,000.00$88,550.00
Description Quantity Unit Unit Price
Engineer's Estimate
Estate Design and
Construction
Gentry General Engineering
Inc.
31941 Silk Vine Drive
DT Stellar General Engineering
320 West Tropica Rancho Rd.5601 West Slauson Ave.
STE# 186
Winchester, CA 92596Culver City, CA 90230
Total
$10,000.00
$115,500.00$97,405.00$97,344.50
TotalUnit Price Total
$110,000.00
Unit Price Total
$100,000.00 $88,495.00
Apparent Low Bidder
$8,849.50 $8,855.00 $10,500.00
Unit Price Total
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RKA• s
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CONSULTING GROU P I
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BID DATE:
(909) 594-9702 TIME: 10:00 AM
FAX (909) 594-2658 PLACE: La Verne City Hall
398 Lemon Creek Drive, Suite E • Walnut, CA 91789
Computed By: MC
Item
No.
A1 Clearing and Grubbing, Mobilization, Traffic Control, & NPDES for the lump sum price of 1 L.S. 9,925.00$ $9,925.00
A2
Remove Existing Sidewalk and Construct 4” P.C.C.
Sidewalk per City of La Verne Std. Drawing No. ST-2, 4, and 5 for the unit price of
1300 S.F. 12.00$ $15,600.00
A3
Remove Existing Curb Ramp and Construct New ADA
Compliant Curb Ramp per SPPWC STD. Plan 111-5, Case
and Type per Exhibit for the unit price of
15 EA 4,965.00$ $74,475.00
Sub-Total
10 % Contingency
Comments
Item
No.
A1 Clearing and Grubbing, Mobilization, Traffic Control, & NPDES for the lump sum price of1 L.S. 9,925.00$ $9,925.00 A2
Remove Existing Sidewalk and Construct 4” P.C.C.
Sidewalk per City of La Verne Std. Drawing No. ST-2, 4, and 5 for the unit price of
1300 S.F. 12.00$ $15,600.00
A3
Remove Existing Curb Ramp and Construct New ADA
Compliant Curb Ramp per SPPWC STD. Plan 111-5, Case
and Type per Exhibit for the unit price of
15 EA 4,965.00$ $74,475.00
Sub-Total
10 % Contingency
Comments
Engineer's Estimate
Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Total
$100,000.00
$10,000.00
Total $110,000.00
Description Quantity Unit
Engineer's Estimate
Total
$10,000.00
Unit Price Total
$110,000.00
$100,000.00
Summary of proposals received for:
$27,800.00 $27,800.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $40,782.00 $40,782.00 $7,700.00 $7,700.00 $14.00 $18,200.00 $19.00 $24,700.00 $25.00 $32,500.00 $16.50 $21,450.00 $4,900.00 $73,500.00 $6,400.00 $96,000.00 $3,400.00 $51,000.00 $7,300.00 $109,500.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $7,600.00 $7,600.00 $11,000.00 $11,000.00 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $15.00 $19,500.00 $25.00 $32,500.00 $17.00 $22,100.00 $12.00 $15,600.00 $8,000.00 $120,000.00 $8,500.00 $127,500.00 $10,000.00 $150,000.00 $11,000.00 $165,000.00 25-26 CDBG Curb Ramp Project
CITY OF LA VERNE
$195,600.00
$19,560.00
$215,160.00
Gentry Brothers Inc.
384 East Live Oak Ave.
Irwindale, CA 91706
Unit Price Total
$183,100.00
$18,310.00
$201,410.00
Jerusalem Construction, Inc.
1827 Cleveland Ave.
National City, CA 91950
Unit Price Total
$167,600.00
$16,760.00
$184,360.00
All American Building Services
PO Box 802586
Santa Clarita, CA 91380
Unit Price Total
$141,000.00
$14,100.00
$155,100.00
CJ Concrete Paving Inc.
10142 Shoemaker Ave.
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Unit Price Total
$138,650.00
$13,865.00
$152,515.00
CT&T Concrete Paving Inc.
324 S. Diamond Bar Blvd. PMB #275
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Unit Price Total
$124,282.00
$12,428.20
$136,710.20
E&M Constructors Inc.
308 South Maclay Ave. #510
San Fernando, CA 91340
Unit Price Total
$123,700.00
$12,370.00
$136,070.00
TVR Construction Engineering
LLC
4230 Michael Street
Riverside, CA 92507
Unit Price Total
Leonida Builders Inc.
32023 Crown Valley Road
Acton, CA 93510
Unit Price Total
$119,500.00
$11,950.00
$131,450.00
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
RKA~ a
CONSUL.TING GROUP
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BID DATE:
(909) 594-9702 TIME: 10:00 AM
FAX (909) 594-2658 PLACE: La Verne City Hall
398 Lemon Creek Drive, Suite E • Walnut, CA 91789
Computed By: MC
Item
No.
A1 Clearing and Grubbing, Mobilization, Traffic Control, & NPDES for the lump sum price of 1 L.S. 9,925.00$ $9,925.00
A2
Remove Existing Sidewalk and Construct 4” P.C.C.
Sidewalk per City of La Verne Std. Drawing No. ST-2, 4, and 5 for the unit price of
1300 S.F. 12.00$ $15,600.00
A3
Remove Existing Curb Ramp and Construct New ADA
Compliant Curb Ramp per SPPWC STD. Plan 111-5, Case
and Type per Exhibit for the unit price of
15 EA 4,965.00$ $74,475.00
Sub-Total
10 % Contingency
Comments
Item
No.
A1 Clearing and Grubbing, Mobilization, Traffic Control, & NPDES for the lump sum price of1 L.S. 9,925.00$ $9,925.00 A2
Remove Existing Sidewalk and Construct 4” P.C.C.
Sidewalk per City of La Verne Std. Drawing No. ST-2, 4, and 5 for the unit price of
1300 S.F. 12.00$ $15,600.00
A3
Remove Existing Curb Ramp and Construct New ADA
Compliant Curb Ramp per SPPWC STD. Plan 111-5, Case
and Type per Exhibit for the unit price of
15 EA 4,965.00$ $74,475.00
Sub-Total
10 % Contingency
Comments
Engineer's Estimate
Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Total
$100,000.00
$10,000.00
Total $110,000.00
Description Quantity Unit
Engineer's Estimate
Total
$10,000.00
Unit Price Total
$110,000.00
$100,000.00
Summary of proposals received for:
$12,000.00 $12,000.00 $30,004.00 $30,004.00
$20.00 $26,000.00 $76.92 $99,996.00
$13,000.00 $195,000.00 $15,000.00 $225,000.00
25-26 CDBG Curb Ramp Project
CITY OF LA VERNE
$355,000.00
$35,500.00
$390,500.00
Mendoza Engineering Company
Inc.
8368 Cottonwood Ave.
Fontana, CA 92346
Unit Price Total
$233,000.00
$23,300.00
$256,300.00
Alfaro Communications
Construction Inc.
15614 South Atlantic Ave.
Compton, CA 90221
Unit Price Total
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RKA• a
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: April 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Eric Scherer, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: ADOPTION OF THE ORDINANCE UPDATES TO THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS, SENATE BILL 9 TWO-UNIT
DEVELOPMENTS, URBAN LOT SPLITS, AND THE DEFINITION OF
EMERGENCY SHELTER (CASE NUMBERS 13-26ZA & 14-26ZA) AND
MAKING CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
DETERMINATIONS.
SUMMARY
The proposed ordinances are presented to the City Council to update the La Verne Municipal Code (LVMC) to ensure compliance with current State law. The updates address requirements related to accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs), as well as Senate Bill 9 (SB9) provisions governing two-unit developments, urban lot splits, and related definitions.
At the April 6, 2026 City Council meeting, the First Reading of the attached ordinances were approved 5-0.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council adopt the following Ordinances:
1. “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF “EMERGENCY SHELTER” TO IMPLEMENT STATE LAW AND AMENDING CHAPTER 18.22 AND SECTION 16.12.060 OF THE LA VERNE
MUNICIPAL CODE TO IMPLEMENT STATE LAWS CHANGES RELATING TO TWO-
UNIT HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS AND URBAN LOT SPLITS AND MAKING A
DETERMINATION THAT THE ORDINANCE IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 65852.21 AND 66411.7 AND CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(b)(3),” and
2. “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA
AMENDING THE ZONING PROVISIONS OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY
DWELLING UNITS IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW AND MAKING A
DETERMINATION THAT THE ORDINANCE IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA PURSUANT TO PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE SECTION 21080.17.”
DISCUSSION
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
Adoption of the Ordinance Updates to the La Verne Municipal Code Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units, Senate Bill 9 Two-Unit Developments, Urban Lot Splits, and the Definition of Emergency Shelter (Case Numbers 13-26ZA & 14-26ZA) and making California Environmental Quality Act Determinations., Page 2
These ordinances introduce minor but important updates to the La Verne Municipal Code to ensure compliance with State mandates. The changes are outlined in the attached ordinances (attachments 1 and 2).
SB9 Updates
• “Emergency shelter” definition revised (removed “minimal” services) • Two-unit projects & lot splits not allowed on historic/landmark properties • Removed prior demolition/alteration language, clarified limits in historic districts ADU/JADU Updates
• Applications: 15-day completeness review; auto-complete if no response; appeals go to Council (60 days)
• Standards: Square footage applies only to interior livable space • Approvals: No combining ADUs/JADUs with other unit allowances; updated/cleaned language
• JADUs: Owner-occupancy required if sharing facilities; no new sprinkler requirements • Regulations: Can be rented independently (min. 31 days) The draft ordinances were presented to the Planning Commission during a public hearing on March 11, 2026, with the Planning Commission voting 4-0 (Commissioner Ramos was absent) to recommend that the City Council adopt the ordinances. On April 6, 2026, the First Reading of the attached ordinance updates were presented to the City Council and approved by a 5-0 vote.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
The fees for processing development applications for proposed ADU and SB9 projects will be the same as currently required for similar residential or land division projects as indicated by the 2025-26 Comprehensive Fee Schedule. The recommended action has no financial impact.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The ADU Ordinance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21080.17 which provides CEQA does not apply to the adoption of an ordinance to implement ADU law.
The SB9 Ordinance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to the provisions of the authorizing statute, SB9, as set forth in Government Code sections 65852.21 and 66411.7 relating to two-unit developments and the entire Ordinance is exempt pursuant to the common sense exemption of CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) as it can be seen with certainty that these changes will have no environmental impacts as they merely incorporate what is required by state law.
No further environmental review is required at this time.
LEGAL REVIEW
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
Adoption of the Ordinance Updates to the La Verne Municipal Code Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units, Senate Bill 9 Two-Unit Developments, Urban Lot Splits, and the Definition of Emergency Shelter (Case Numbers 13-26ZA & 14-26ZA) and making California Environmental Quality Act Determinations., Page 3
The attached draft ordinances were prepared under the supervision of and reviewed by City legal counsel for compliance with state law.
ATTACHMENTS
1. City Council Ordinance No. XXXX - SB9
2. City Coun
cil Ordinance No. XXXX - ADU
Report Prepared By:
Valeri
e Chin, Assistant Planner
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
ORDINANCE NO. 26-XXX
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF “EMERGENCY
SHELTER” TO IMPLEMENT STATE LAW AND AMENDING CHAPTER
18.22 AND SECTION 16.12.060 OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE
TO IMPLEMENT STATE LAWS CHANGES RELATING TO TWO -UNIT
HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS AND URBAN LOT SPLITS AND MAKING A
DETERMINATION THAT THE ORDINANCE IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 65852.21 AND
66411.7 AND CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(b)(3)
WHEREAS, State law continues to be amended relating to housing within California, including special types of housing; and
WHEREAS, the City of La Verne wishes to amend the provisions of it s Municipal Code to be compliant with State law including AB 1061 which amended the provisions of law relating to two -unit housing developments and urban lot splits and SB 340 which amended the definition of an “emergency shelter”; and
WHEREAS, on March 11 , 2026, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing at which time it considered all evidence presented, both written and oral; and
WHEREAS, at the close of the public hearing the Planning Commission adopted a resolution recommending that the City Council adopt this Ordinance; and WHEREAS, on April 6, 2026, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing at which time it considered all evidence presented, both written and oral; and WHEREAS, amending the La Verne Municipal Code is in the public necessity, convenience, general welfare and required by good zoning practices as it keeps the La Verne Municipal Code consistent with the requirements of state law;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Findings. The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated as substantive findings of the City Council.
SECTION 2. The definition of “emergency shelter” set forth in Section 18.08.015 of the La Verne Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
Agenda Packet - April 20, 2026
“Emergency shelter” means housing with supportive services for homeless persons that is limited to occupancy of six months or less by a homeless person. No individual or household may be denied emergency shelter because of an inability to pay (per Health and Safety Code Section 50801).
SECTION 3. Chapter 18.122 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Chapter 18.122 TWO-UNIT HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
§ 18.122.010. Definitions.
For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:
"Housing development" means no more than two primaryresidential units within a single- family zone that meets the requirements of this chapter. The two units may consist of two new units or one new unit and one existing unit.
“Primary unit” shall mean a residential unit that is not otherwise classified as an accessory dwelling unit or a junior accessory dwelling unit in accordance with Chapter
17.33. "Unit" means any dwelling unit, including, but not limited to, a primary dwelling unit or any unit created pursuant to this chapter, as well as an accessory dwelling unit or a junior accessory dwelling unit, which is allowed as provided for in Chapter 18.120 of this code.
"Urban lot split" has the same meaning as set forth in Section 16.12.060. § 18.122.015. Time for action on application.
A. The city shall approve or deny an application for a housing development within sixty days from the date of receipts of a complete application. Failure to approve or deny within this time period shall mean the application is deemed approved.
B. If the city denies the application, it shall, within the sixty-day period, return in writing a full set of comments to the applicant with a list of items that are defective or deficient and a description of how the application can be remedied by the applicant.
§ 18.122.020. Approval requirements.
The city shall ministerially approve a housing development containing no more than two primary units if it meets the following requirements and those of section 18.122.030:
A. The parcel or development is not located in any of the following areas and does not fall within any of the following categories:
1. As to historical properties:
a. The development is not located in a contributing structure within ahistoric
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district included on the State Historic Resources Inventory, as defined in Section 5020.1 of the Public Resources Code, or historic property or district pursuant to a city ordinance; or
b. A parcel individually listed as a historical resource included in the State Historic Resources Inventory, as defined in Section 5020.1 o f the Public Resources Code, or within a propertyindividually designated or listed as a city landmark under a city ordinance.
2. A hazardous waste site that is listed pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 or a hazardous waste site designated by the Department of Toxic Substances Control pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 25356, unless the State Department of Public Health, State Water Resources Control Board, or Department of Toxic Substances Control h as cleared the site for residential use or residential mixed uses.
3. A delineated earthquake fault zone as determined by the State Geologist in any official maps published by the State Geologist, unless the development complies with applicable seismic protection building code standards adopted by the California Building Standards Commission under the California Building Standards Law and by the city's building department.
4. A special flood hazard area subject to inundation by the one percent annual chance flood (one -hundred-year flood) as determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in any official maps published by FEMA. If an applicant is able to satisfy all applicable federal qualifying criteria in order to provide that the site satisfies this subsection and is otherwise eligible for streamlined approval under this section, the city shall not deny the application on the basis that the applicant did not comply with any additional permit requirement, standard, or action adopted by the city that is applicable to that site. A development may be located on a site described in this subsection if either of the following are met:
a. The site has been subject to a letter of map revision prepared by FEMA and issued to the city; or
b. The site meets FEMA requirements necessary to meet minimum floodplain management criteria of the National Flood Insurance Program pursuant to Part 59 (commencing with Section 59.1) and Part 60 (commencing with Section 60.1) of Subchapter B of Chapter 1 of Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
5. A regulatory floodway as determined by FEMA in any of its official maps, published by FEMA unless the development has received a no-rise certification in accordance with Section 60.3(d)(3) of Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations. If an applicant is able to satisfy all applicable federal qualifying criteria in order to provide that the site satisfies this subsection and is otherwise eligible for streamlined approval under this section, the city shall not deny the application on the basis that the appl icant did not comply with any
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additional permit requirement, standard, or action adopted by the city that is applicable to that site.
6. Lands identified for conservation in an adopted natural community conservation plan pursuant to the Natural Community Conservation Planning Ac (Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 2800) of Division 3 of the Fish and Game Code), habitat conservation plan pu rsuant to the federal Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. Sec. 1531 et seq.), or other adopted natural resource protection plan.
7. Habitat for protected species identified as candidate, sensitive, or species of special status by state or federal agencies, fully protected species, or species protected by the Federal Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. Section 1531 et seq.), the C alifornia Endangered Species Act (Chapter 1.5 (commencing with Section 2050) of Division 3 of the Fish and Game Code), or the Native Plant Protection Act (Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 1900) of Division 2 of the Fish and Game Code).
8. Lands under conservation easement.
B. The proposed housing development would not require demolition or alteration of any of the following types of housing:
1. Housing that is subject to a recorded covenant, ordinance or law that restricts rents to levels affordable to persons and families of moderate, low, or very low income;
2. Housing on a parcel or parcels on which an owner of residential real property exercised rights under Government Code Section 7060 et seq. to withdraw accommodations from rent or lease within fifteen years before the date of the application; or
3. Housing that has been occupied by a tenant in the last three years.
C. If a lot has not been divided as an urban lot split pursuant to section 16.12.060, two additional units consisting of an accessory dwelling unit and junior accessory dwelling unit may be permitted for a total of four units. § 18.122.030. Standards and requirements.
A. The following objective standards for residential development currently applicable in La Verne will be prioritized in ascending order (with subsection (A)(7), regarding front yard setback, being of the highest priority, and subsection (A)(1), regarding frontage, being the lowest priority) if, and only if those standards preclude two eight-hundred-square-foot residential units from existing/being constructed as a part of an SB 9 project:
1. Minimum ten-foot lot frontage to street or alleyway for urban lot splits.
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2. Residential driveway standards as set forth in Section 18.76.060.
3. Minimum ten-foot building separation.
4. Outdoor Living. For SB 9 units in single -family zones, there must be outdoor living spaces that meet the following requirements:
a. Each unit shall have a separate useable outdoor living area of four hundred square feet, with fifteen feet minimum in any direction. b. Outdoor living areas and the immediate surroundings shall be landscaped. c. Outdoor living areas do not include parking areas, driveways, or front and rear yard setback areas.
5. Maximum lot coverage allowed by the underlying zone.
6. Maximum building height allowed by the underlying zone.
7. Front yard setback required by the underlying zone.
B. Notwithstanding any other provisions of the municipal code to the contrary, the following requirements shall apply in addition to all other objective standards applicable to the underlying zone:
1. Setbacks.
a. No setback shall be required for an existing structure, or a structure constructed in the same location and within the same dimensions as an existing structure.
b. Except for those circumstances described in subsection (B)(1)(a) above, the setback for side and rear lot lines shall be four feet. c. The front setback shall be that required by the underlying zone, provided the setback does not preclude two eight -hundred-square-foot residential units from existing on each lot.
d. For landlocked parcels, side yard setbacks shall apply to all property lines.
2. The applicant shall provide easements for the provision of public services and facilities as required.
3. One parking space per unit shall be required on the lot unless the parcel is located within one -half mile walking distance of either a high -quality transit corridor as defined by Public Resources Code Section 21155(b) or a major transit stop as defined in Public Resources Code Section 21064.3. The parking space need not be covered, but tan dem parking between units shall not be allowed.
a. If a parking space is not required, then the owner shall be required to disclose that fact in any sales or rental agreement.
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§ 18.122.040. Limitations on city actions.
A. The City may impose objective zoning, subdivision, and design review standards that do not conflict with this chapter. However, no objective standard shall be imposed that would have the effect of physicallyprecluding the construction of two units on a lot or that would result in a unit size of less than eight hundred square feet.
B. The city shall not deny an application solely because it proposes adjacent or connected structures provided that that all building code safety standards are met, and they are sufficient to allow a separate conveyance. § 18.122.050. Affidavit— Form— Contents.
An applicant for a second house on a lot shall be required to sign an affidavit in a form approved by the city attorney to be recorded against the property stating the following:
A. That the uses shall be limited to residential uses.
B. That the rental of any unit created pursuant to this chapter shall be for a minimum of thirty- one days.
C. That the maximum number of primary units, as defined in Section 18.122.010, to be allowed on the parcels is two and the maximum number of units is four. § 18.122.060. Denial grounds.
The city may deny the housing development on any grounds in addition to that set forth in Section 18.122.020(A)(6) above, if the building official makes a written finding, based upon a preponderance of the evidence, that the proposed housing development project would have a specific, adverse impact, as defined and determined in Government Code Section 65589.5(d)(2), upon the public health and safety for which there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific, adverse impact.
SECTION4. Section 16.12.060 of the La Verne Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
§ 16.12.060. Parcel maps for urban lot splits.
A. Definitions. For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply:
"Urban lot split" means a lot split of a single-family residential lot into two parcels that meet the requirements of this section.
"Unit" for purposes of this section means any dwelling unit, including, but not limited to, a unit created pursuant to Chapter 18.122, an accessory dwelling unit or a junior accessory dwelling unit.
B. Time for action on application.
1. The city shall approve or deny an application for a lot split within sixty days
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from the date of receipt of a complete application. Failure to approve or deny within this time period shall mean that the application is deemed approved.
2. If the city denies the application, it shall, within the sixty-day time period, return in writing a full set of comments to the applicant with a list of items that are defective or deficient and a description of how the application can be remedied by the applicant.
C. The city shall ministerially approve a parcel map for a lot split that meets the following requirements:
1. The parcel is located within a single-family residential zone.
2. The parcel map divides an existing parcel to create no more than two new parcels of approximately equal lot area, provided that one parcel shall not be smaller than forty percent of the lot area of the original parcel.
3. Both newly created parcels are no smaller than one thousand two hundred square feet.
4. The parcel is not located in any of the following areas and does not fall within any of the following categories:
a. A historical landmark property included on the State Historic Resources Inventory, as defined in Section 5020.1 of the Public Resources Code, or within a site that is designated or listed as a city landmark pursuant to a city ordinance.
b. A hazardous waste site that is listed pursuant to Section 65962.5 or a hazardous waste site designated by the Department of Toxic Substances Control pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 25356, unless the State Department of Public Health, State Water Resources Control Board, or Department of Toxic Substances Control has cleared the site for residential use or residential mixed uses.
c. A delineated earthquake fault zone as determined by the State Geologist in any official maps published by the State Geologist, unless the development complies with applicable seismic protection building code standards adopted by the California Building Sta ndards Commission under the California Building Standards Law and by the city's building department.
d. A special flood hazard area subject to inundation by the one percent annual chance flood (one-hundred-year flood) as determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in any official maps published by FEMA. If an applicant is able to satisfy all applicable federal qualifying criteria in order to provide that the site satisfies this paragraph and is otherwise eligible for streamlined approval under this section, the city shall not deny the application on the basis that the applicant did not comply with any additional permit requirement,
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standard, or action adopted by the city that is applicable to that site. A development may be located on a site described in this paragraph if either of the following are met:
i. The site has been subject to a letter of map revision prepared by FEMA and issued to the city; or
ii. The site meets FEMA requirements necessary to meet minimum floodplain management criteria of the National Flood Insurance Program pursuant to Part 59 (commencing with Section 59.1) and Part 60 (commencing with Section 60.1) of Subchapter B of Chapter 1 of Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
e. A regulatory floodway as determined by FEMA in any of its official maps, published by FEMA unless the development has received a no-rise certification in accordance with Section 60.3(d)(3) of Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations. If an applicant is able to satisfy all applicable federal qualifying criteria in order to provide that the site satisfies this paragraph and is otherwise eligible for streamlined approval under this section, the city shall not deny the application on the basis that the applicant did not comply with any additional permit requirement, standard, or action adopted by the city that is applicable to that site. f. Lands identified for conservation in an adopted natural community conservation plan pursuant to the Natural Community Conservation Planning Ac (Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 2800) of Division 3 of the Fish and Game Code), habitat conservation plan pu rsuant to the federal Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. Sec. 1531 et seq.), or other adopted natural resource protection plan.
g. Habitat for protected species identified as candidate, sensitive, or species of special status by state or federal agencies, fully protected species, or species protected by the Federal Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. Section 1531 et seq.), the California Endangered Species Act (Chapter 1.5 (commencing with Section 2050) of Division 3 of the Fish and Game Code), or the Native Plant Protection Act (Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 1900) of Division 2 of the Fish and Game Code).
h. Lands under a conservation easement.
5. The proposed lot split would not require demolition or alteration of any of the following types of housing:
a. Housing that is subject to a recorded covenant, ordinance or law that restricts rents to levels affordable to persons and families of moderate, low, or very low income;
b. Housing on a parcel or parcels on which an owner of residential real property exercised rights under Government Code Section 7060 et seq.
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to withdraw accommodations from rent or lease within fifteen years before the date of the application;
c. Housing that has been occupied by a tenant in the last three years; d. A contributing structure located within either a historic district that is included on the California Register of Historical Resources or within a historic district listed or designated pursuant to a city ordinance; or
e. An existing exterior structural wall of a structure located within eith er a historic district that is included on the California Register o f Historical Resources or within a historic district listed or designated pursuant to a city ordinance.
6. The lot split does not result in more than two units on a parcel.
D. Standards and Requirements. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this municipal code to the contrary, the following requirements shall apply:
1. The lot split conforms to all applicable objective requirements of the Subdivision Map Act, Title 16 (Subdivisions) and Title 18 (Zoning) of the municipal code, except as the same are modified by this section.
2. No setback shall be required for an existing structure, or a structure constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing structure.
3. Except for circumstances described in subsection (C)(2) above, the setback for side and rear lot lines shall be four feet.
4. The applicant shall provide easements for the provision of public services and facilities as required.
5. Landlocked parcels created by an urban lot split shall have a frontage to the public right- of-way that is no less than ten feet in width resulting in the creation of a flag lot, provided that requiring the frontage does not preclude two eight - hundred-square-foot residential units from existing on each lot. Where a flag lot is not possible, an access easement over the other parcel on the same map shall be required. The easement shall be not less than ten feet in width and must connect to the same curb cut and apron as the other parcel on the same map.
6. Residential units developed on a lot created pursuant to this section shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 18.122.
7. The split of the lot will not result in less than one parking space per unit. a. This does not apply in either of the following instances:
i. The parcel is located within one -half mile walking distance of either a high- quality transit corridor as defined in Public Resources Code Section 21155 or a major transit stop as defined in Public Resources
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Code Section 21064.3; or
ii. There is a car share vehicle located within one block of the parcel. b. If a parking space is not required, then the owner shall be required to disclose that fact in any sales or rental agreement.
E. The city shall not require or deny an application based on any of the following:
1. The city shall not require dedications of rights -of-way or the construction of offsite improvements for the parcels being created as a condition of issuing a parcel map.
2. The city shall not impose any subdivision standards that would have the effect of physically precluding the construction of two units on either of the resulting parcels or that would result in a unit size of less than eight hundred square feet.
3. The city shall not require the correction of nonconforming zoning conditions as a condition for the lot split.
4. The city shall not deny an application solely because it proposes adjacent or connected structures provided that all building code safety standards are met, and they are sufficient to allow a separate conveyance.
F. An applicant for an urban lot split shall be required to sign an affidavit in a form approved by the city attorney to be recorded against the property stating the following:
1. That applicant intends to occupy one of the housing units as their principal residence for a minimum of three years from the date of approval. This requirement does not apply when the applicant is a "community land trust" or a "qualified nonprofit corporation" as the same are defined in the Revenue and Taxation Code.
2. That the uses shall be limited to residential uses.
3. That any rental of any unit created by the lot split shall be for a minimum of thirty-one days.
4. That the maximum number of units to be allowed on each parcel is two, including units otherwise allowed pursuant to density bonus provisions, accessory dwelling units, junior accessory dwelling units, or units allowed pursuant to Chapter 18.122.
G. The city may deny the lot split if the building official makes a written finding, based upon a preponderance of the evidence, that the proposed housing development project would have a specific, adverse impact, as defined and determined in Government Code Section 65589.5(d)(2), upon the public health and safety for which there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific, adverse impact.
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H. This section shall not apply to:
1. Any parcel which has been established pursuant to a lot split in accordance with this section; or
2. Any parcel where the owner of the parcel being subdivided or any person acting in concert with the owner has previously subdivided an adjacent parcel in accordance with this section. For purposes of this section, "acting in concert" shall include, but not be limited to, where the owner of a property proposed for an urban lot split is the same, related to, or connected by partnership to the owner, buyer or seller (if transferred within the previous three years) of an adjacent lot.
SECTION 5. CEQA. This Ordinance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to the provisions of the authorizing statute, SB 9, as set forth in Government Code sections 65852.21 and 66411.7 relating to two-unit developments and the entire Ordinance is exempt pursuant to the common sense exemption of CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) as it can be seen with certainty that these changes will have no environmental impacts as they merely incorporate what is required by state law.
SECTION 6. Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance, or any part thereof is for any reason held to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this ordinance or any part thereof. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase be declared unconstitutional.
SECTION 7. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect on the 31st day after adoption.
SECTION 8. Certification. The Deputy City Clerk shall certify the passage of this ordinance and shall cause the same to be entered in the book of original ordinances of said City; shall make a minute passage and adoption thereof in the records of the meeting at which time the sam e is passed and adopted; and shall, within fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption thereof, cause the same to be published as required by law, in a publication of general circulation.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this _____day of ______________, 2026. ______________________________________
Mayor Tim Hepburn
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Debra Fritz, CMC Deputy City Clerk
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance 26-XXX was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of La Verne at a meeting thereof held on the Xth day of XXX, 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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Debra Fritz, CMC Deputy City Clerk
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1 ORDINANCE NO. 26-XXX
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE,
CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE ZONING PROVISIONS OF THE LA
VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING
UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS IN
ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW AND MAKING A DETERMINATION
THAT THE ORDINANCE IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA PURSUANT TO
PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE SECTION 21080.17
WHEREAS, the California State legislature has continued to amend state legislation relating to Accessory Dwelling Units (“ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (“JADUs”); and
WHEREAS, these amendments necessitate revisions in the City’s Zoning Ordinance relating to ADUs and JADUs in order to be in compliance with the new provisions or the state law relating to these units prevail and the City loses local control; and
WHEREAS, on XXX, 2026, the Planning Commission of the City of La Verne held a duly noticed public hearing at which time it considered all evidence presented, both written and oral; and
WHEREAS, at the close of the public hearing the Planning Commission adopted a resolution recommending that the City Council adopt this Ordinance; and WHEREAS, the City desires to amend its regulations to comply with the current state law; and
WHEREAS, on XXX 2026, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing at which time it considered all evidence presented, both written and oral; and WHEREAS, amending the La Verne Municipal Code is in the public necessity, convenience, general welfare and required by good zoning practices as it keeps the La Verne Municipal Code consistent with the requirements of state law;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Findings. The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated as substantive findings of the City Council.
SECTION 2. Chapter 18.120 of the La Verne Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
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2 § 18.120.010 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to provide for accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units in accordance with the provisions of state law in order to assist with the housing crisis.
§ 18.120.020 Definitions.
For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply in addition to those definitions set forth in Government Code sections 66313 through 66342. "Accessory dwelling unit" means an attached or detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence which includes permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation facilities on the same parcel of land as the single-family or multifamily dwelling is or will be situated. An accessory dwelling unit also includes the following: an efficiency unit; and a manufactured home, as defined in Section 18007 of the Health and Safety Code. "Detached" means where there is a physical separation between the accessory dwelling unit and the primary unit or an accessory structure.
"Junior accessory dwelling unit" means a unit that is no more than five hundred square feet of interior livable space in size and contained entirely within a single-family residence or an attached structure, including a garage. "Junior or accessory dwelling units" means that the section refers to both a junior and accessory dwelling unit.
“Livable space” means a space in a dwelling intended for human habitation, including living, sleeping, eating, cooking, or sanitation.
"Primary unit" means an existing single-family dwelling, or the larger of two proposed units or an existing or proposed multi-family dwelling. § 18.120.030 Applications.
A. The City shall determine whether an application for a junior or accessory dwelling unit is complete within 15 business days after receipt of the application.
1. If the City determines the application is incomplete, it shall provide the applicant with a list of incomplete items and a description of how the application may be made complete within the 15 business day time period.
2. If a determination is not made within the 15 business days, the application or any resubmitted application shall be deemed to be complete.
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3 B. An application for a junior or accessory dwelling unit shall be ministerially approved or denied within sixty days of receipt of a complete application and approved if it meets the requirements of this chapter.
1. Notwithstanding subsection A above, if the application is submitted in conjunction with an application for a new single-family or multifamily dwelling, the application for the junior or accessory dwelling unit shall not be approved or denied upon until the application for the new dwelling is acted upon.
2. The city shall grant a delay if requested by the applicant.
3. If the construction of an accessory dwelling unit requires demolition of a detached garage, the demolition application shall be reviewed and issued at the same time as the accessory dwelling unit.
4. If the application is denied, the city shall detail in writing all items that are defective or deficient and how the applicant can remedy the application within the same time period as set forth above.
5. Notwithstanding the above, if the applicant uses a plan for an accessory dwelling unit that has been preapproved by the city or a plan that is identical to a plan used in an application for a detached accessory dwelling unit approved by the city within the current triennial California Building Standards Code cycle, the application shall be approved or denied within 30 days from the date of a complete application.
C. The city shall impose application, permit and inspection fees on accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units in amounts set by resolution of the city council.
D A permit application may not be denied due to the need to correct a nonconforming zoning condition, building code violation, or unpermitted structures that do not present a threat to the public health and safety and are not affected by the construction of the accessory dwelling unit.
E. Appeals. Notwithstanding anything in Title 18 to the contrary, the applicant may appeal a denial of an application or a determination that an application is incomplete directly to the City Council. A final written determination shall be provided to the applicant no later than 60 business days after the receipt of the written appeal. § 18.120.040 Allowed zones.
A. An application for a junior or accessory dwelling unit shall be approved by the community development director or the director's designee upon the director's or designee's determination that the application meets all the requirements set out in Section 18.120.050 in the zoning districts listed below and in specific plan areas where residential or mixed-use development is allowed.
1. A-1 limited agricultural;