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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, July 20, 2026
Closed Session at 5:30 PM
Regular and Joint Public Financing Authority Meeting at 6:30 PM La Verne City Hall - Council Chambers,
3660 D Street, La Verne, CA 91750
PLEASE NOTE: COUNCIL MEMBER RICK CROSBY WILL BE ATTENDING VIA ZOOM FROM SACRAMENTO AT THE HYATT REGENCY SACRAMENTO, BUSINESS CENTER, 1209 L STREET, SACRAMENTO, CA 95814.
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 833-1417- 8680 when prompted. Public comments via Zoom may be accepted for all items on the City Council meeting 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.
Online Service Disruption: In the event there is a service disruption that prevents remote access to the meeting, the City shall recess open session to restore service. The City Council meeting may only reconvene open session after service is restored or, following an hour of attempting to restore service, AGENDA City Council 7/20/2026 Page 2
the City Council identifies by roll-call vote that the continuation of the meeting outweighs the need for remote access.
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA - 5:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL Council Member Steven F. Johnson, Council Member Wendy Lau, Council Member Rick Crosby, Mayor Pro Tem Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, and Mayor Tim Hepburn.
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 General Unit, La Verne Firefighters Association, La Verne Fire Middle Management Association, and all Unrepresented Employees.
Conference with Legal Counsel, Existing Litigation pursuant to California Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1):
Guerrero v. City of La Verne, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 2:23-cv-00644.
Conference with Legal Counsel, Potential Exposure to Litigation pursuant to Cal. Gov't Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) - One (1) case.
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 - U.S. ARMY CAPTAIN ERSKINE LEVI
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
Fire Safe Foothills (FSF) Introduction - Funded by the Community Organized Relief Effort (CORE) and through the San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy (RMC), FSF is a wildfire preparedness and community resilience program serving communities throughout the San Gabriel Valley foothills, Antelope Valley, and Angeles National Forest, empowering residents with knowledge and resources to prepare themselves against wildfires.
National Parks and Recreation Month - Parks and Recreation departments strengthen communities by offering inclusive programs, maintaining safe and welcoming public spaces, and offers events for AGENDA City Council 7/20/2026 Page 3
resident’s engagement.
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.)
2. City Council Minutes of the Closed Session and Regular meeting of June 15, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes.
3. 2027 - 2030 Cooperative Agreement with the Los Angeles County Development Authority for Community Development Block Grant Participation. Resolution Approving Participation in the Los Angeles Urban County Community Development Block Grant Program for Fiscal Years 2027-2030.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE LOS ANGELES URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM" and authorize the City Manager to execute the Participating City Cooperation Agreement with the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA), subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney, and any related documents necessary to implement the Agreement.
4. Film Permit - Danielle Bruncati Productions. The City has been contacted by Danielle Bruncati Productions requesting permission to shoot a short film at a private residence located at 1459 3rd Street. Per the City’s Municipal Code Chapter 5.57, film permits must be approved by the La Verne City Council.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Danielle Bruncati, and issue a permit for filming if all required steps are completed.
5. Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 10.40 to Title 10 of the La Verne Municipal Code Regarding Trailer Parking on Public Streets, Parking Limitations, Permit Exemptions, and Enforcement Provisions. Consideration of an ordinance amending Chapter
10.40 of Title 10 of the La Verne Municipal Code to revise regulations governing trailer parking on public streets, including parking limitations, permit exemptions, and enforcement provisions.
Recommendation: That the City Council Adopt an Ordinance titled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 10.40 TO TITLE 10 OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING TRAILER PARKING ON
PUBLIC STREETS, PARKING LIMITATIONS, PERMIT EXEMPTIONS, AND ENFORCEMENT PROVISIONS.”
6. Fiscal Year 2027 Office of Traffic Safety Grant Award. The La Verne Police Department was awarded $66,500 in grant funding through the 2027 Office of Traffic Safety Selective Traffic Enforcement grant program. The grant requires City Council authorizing the acceptance of grant funding.
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Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING FUNDS AND AGREEING TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE 2027 OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT GRANT PROGRAM."
7. Resolutions Calling, Consolidating, and Adopting Candidate Regulations for the La Verne General Municipal Election for November 3, 2026. The City’s General Municipal Election will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The election will be consolidated with the County of Los Angeles who will be conducting the Statewide General Election. Pursuant to laws of the State of California relating to General Law cities, the Council is to adopt certain resolutions to include:
Calling the election for the certain officers; requesting the Los Angeles Board of Supervisors for consolidation and specific services for the City’s General Municipal Election; and setting forth regulations for candidates’ statements.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the following Resolutions for conducting the City of La Verne’s General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026:
1. Resolution No. 26-XX - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, FOR THE ELECTION
OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES;"
2. Resolution No. 26-XX - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE LOS ANGELES BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS TO ORDER THE CONSOLIDATION OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE’S GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ON THE SAME DAY; TO AUTHORIZE THE BOARD
OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CANVASS THE RETURNS OF SAID GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION; AND TO REQUEST THAT
THE REGISTRAR RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK OF SAID COUNTY BE PERMITTED
TO RENDER FULL SERVICES TO THE CITY OF LA VERNE RELATING TO THE
CONDUCTING OF SAID GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS CODE SECTION 10403;" and,
3. Resolution No. 26-XX - " A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR
ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026."
PUBLIC HEARINGS
8. Confirmation of Weed Abatement Clearance Charges for Fiscal Year 2025-26. The Los Angeles County Department of Agriculture has prepared a report for City Council consideration for weed clearance costs for appropriate parcels within the City. Pursuant to law, a copy of the 2025-26 Weed Clearance Charges was posted on the City's website.
Recommendation: That the City Council confirm the list of charges and direct the County Auditor to enter the assessment against the parcels of land on the current assessment roll.
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
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9. Public Financing Authority - Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District Board Appointment. Due to a vacancy on the PFA - EIFD Board, the City Council is asked to consider appointing a new public member to the Board.
Recommendation: That the City Council consider a public member appointment to serve on the Public Financing Authority - EIFD Board, to serve until a successor is selected.
10. Resolution Authorizing the Appointment of CalPERS Retired Annuitant Robert Russell to Temporarily Fill a Critically Needed Position Pursuant to the Government Code. Resolution authorizing the temporary appointment of Battalion Chief Robert Russell as a CalPERS retired annuitant following retirement. This appointment will ensure uninterrupted duties necessary to maintain effective Fire Department operations, support emergency response readiness, and provide continuity in fire suppression, emergency medical services, prevention, training, and administrative functions.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT AND 180-DAY WAIT PERIOD EXCEPTION FOR RETIRED ANNUITANT ROBERT RUSSELL," pursuant to Government Code Sections 21221(g), and CalPERS regulations.
11. Resolutions Establishing Benefits for Executive Management, Middle Management, Professional and Confidential Employees and Repealing Resolution No. 25-51 and No. 25-
52. In accordance with the City’s compensation and benefit practices, and consistent with the allocations outlined in the approved budget process, the City Council is requested to approve an update to the benefit resolutions for Executive and Middle Management employees. These updates ensure alignment with established standards and supports the City's ongoing commitment to competitive and fiscally responsible employee compensation.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the attached Resolutions, titled, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA,
ESTABLISHING BENEFITS FOR EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES (DEPARTMENT HEADS) AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 25-51 and a "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING BENEFITS FOR
MIDDLE MANAGEMENT, PROFESSIONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 25-52."
12. Resolution Adopting a Salary Chart for Full-Time Employees. The attached resolution and salary table reflect adjustments in compensation that have occurred since the last update in January 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the attached Resolution titled, “A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A SALARY CHART FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 26-04."
13. Consideration of Utilizing the Proposition 218 Process to Increase the Paramedic Service Fee (Measure GG) to Support Continued Paramedic and Ambulance Transport Services without further cost to residents. The City Council is asked to consider proceeding with a Proposition 218 affirmative vote process to increase the assessment for Measure GG, the Paramedic Service Fee, for the purpose of providing waiver of all out-of-pocket expenses to residents for emergency paramedic and ambulance service in the City.
Recommendation: That the City Council direct staff to proceed with a Proposition 218 AGENDA City Council 7/20/2026 Page 6
assessment process to increase the Paramedic Service Fee, for the purpose of providing a waiver of out-of-pocket costs to residents for emergency paramedic and ambulance service in the city, to $14.00 per month, with an annual adjustment formula of a ratio of 80% Fire Personnel Cost Index and 20% Medical Care Services CPI.
THE LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL WILL RECESS TO MEET AS THE LA VERNE JOINT PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY; FOLLOWING THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WILL IMMEDIATELY RECONVENE.
LA VERNE PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
14. Resolutions Adopting Budgets for La Verne Mobile Country Club Mobile Home Park and Valley Rancho Mobile Home Park. Annually, the La Verne Public Financing Authority (LVPFA) reviews and approves the operating budgets for the two City owned mobile home parks. The budgets do not reflect significant changes from previous years and are attached for the La Verne Public Financing Authority’s consideration and adoption.
Recommendation: That the La Verne Public Financing Authority:
1. Adopt the attached Resolution titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE LA VERNE PUBLIC
FINANCING AUTHORITY ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR LA VERNE MOBILE COUNTRY CLUB MOBILE HOME PARK;" and,
2. Adopt the attached Resolution titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE LA VERNE PUBLIC
FINANCING AUTHORITY ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR VALLEY RANCHO MOBILE HOME PARK."
THE LA VERNE JOINT PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY WILL ADJOURN AND THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WILL IMMEDIATELY RECONVENE.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time set aside for anyone wishing to address the City Council on items not listed in any other place on the agenda and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. Under the provisions of the Brown Act, the legislative body is prohibited from talking or engaging in discussion on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. However, your concerns may be referred to staff or set for discussion later. Please email your public comment to the City Clerk's Office at [email protected]. Your public comment will be shared with the City Council and included as part of the permanent record. There is a 3-minute time limit on public comments.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND CONFERENCE/MEETING REPORTS
Each Council Member may address the Council and public on matters of general information and/or concern. This is also the time for Council Members to report on conferences and/or meetings they have attended per Assembly Bill 1234.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment in memory of John Malarkey - John was a devoted husband, father, friend, City employee, and longtime contributor to the La Verne community. John served as a Recreation Leader AGENDA City Council 7/20/2026 Page 7
with the City of La Verne for more than two and a half years. In this role, he assisted with opening park facilities, preparing athletic fields, and ensuring that City parks and recreation programs were ready to serve residents and families. His dedication, kindness, and commitment to public service made him a valued member of the City organization and a positive presence within the community.
John’s service extended beyond his employment with the City. He volunteered extensively with the La Verne Girls Softball Association and supported local youth sports and community activities.
He also participated in the annual Christmas Morning program, bringing holiday cheer to families throughout La Verne while serving as Santa.
Through his generosity, dependability, and willingness to assist others, John made a lasting impact on the residents, families, volunteers, and colleagues who had the opportunity to know him. John is survived by his wife, Kelly, his daughter, Kaitlyn. Condolences to his Family.
THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL IS SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2026, at 5:30 P.M.
Posting Statement: A true copy of this Amended Agenda was posted on July 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, July 22 - Senior Seminar Series, Community Center, 10:00 am
Wednesday, July 22 - Transportation & Infrastructure Commission meeting, City Hall, 4:00 pm
Sunday, July 26 - Concert in the Park, Heritage Park, 5001 Via de Mansion, LV, 6:30 pm
Saturday, August 1 - Family Night Swim, La Verne Aquatics Center, 3175 Bolling Ave, LV, 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Sunday, August 2 - Movie Night at the Park, Heritage Park, 5001 Via de Mansion, LV, 8:15 pm
Monday, August 3 - Old Town La Verne Business Improvement District meeting, Café Wang, 8:30 am - 9:30 am
Monday, August 3 - City Council meeting, City Hall Council Chamber, 5:30 pm
Tuesday, August 4 - Development Review Committee meeting, City Hall, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Wednesday, August 5 - Senior Seminar Series, Community Center, 10:30 am
Friday, August 7 - Dance for Those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Community Center, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sunday, August 9 - Concert in the Park, Heritage Park, 5001 Via de Mansion, LV, 6:30 pm
Monday, August 10 - Senior Movie Matinee, Community Center, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Wednesday, August 12 - Planning Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
Table of Contents
City Council Agenda Packet
Monday, July 20, 2026
Agenda 1
Agenda Items
PRESENTATIONS
Fire Safe Foothills (FSF)
National Parks and Recreation Month
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Council Minutes of the 06/15/ 26 Closed Session and Regular meeting 9
2. RESO CDBG Participation Agreement 2027-2030 16
3. Filming Agreement with Danielle Bruncati Productions 29
4. ORD Adoption of Trailer Parking on Public Streets, Parking Limitation, Permit Exemptions and Enforcement Provisions 46
5. RESO for Fiscal Year 2027 Office of Traffic Safety Grant Award 62
6. RESOS Calling, Consolidating and Adopting Candidate Regulations for the Election on November 3, 2026 86
PUBLIC HEARINGS
7. Confirmation of Charges for the Abatement of Weeds per the LA County Auditor 96
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
8. Public Financing Authority - EIFD Board Public Member Appointment 104
9. RESO Authorizing the Appointment of CalPERS Retired Annuitant Robert Russell 119
10. RESOS Establishing Benefits for Executive Management, Middle Management, Professional and Confidential Employees 126
11. RESO Adopting a Salary Chart for Full-Time Employees 190
12. Consideration of Utilizing the Proposition 218 Process to Increase the Paramedic Service Fee (Measure GG) 210
LA VERNE JOINT PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
13 RESOS Adopting a Budget for La Verne Mobile Country Club and Valley Rancho Mobile Home Park 216
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, July 20, 2026
Closed Session at 5:30 PM
Regular and Joint Public Financing Authority Meeting at 6:30 PM La Verne City Hall - Council Chambers,
3660 D Street, La Verne, CA 91750
PLEASE NOTE: COUNCIL MEMBER RICK CROSBY WILL BE ATTENDING VIA ZOOM FROM SACRAMENTO AT THE HYATT REGENCY SACRAMENTO, BUSINESS CENTER, 1209 L STREET, SACRAMENTO, CA 95814.
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 833-1417- 8680 when prompted. Public comments via Zoom may be accepted for all items on the City Council meeting 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.
Online Service Disruption: In the event there is a service disruption that prevents remote access to the meeting, the City shall recess open session to restore service. The City Council meeting may only reconvene open session after service is restored or, following an hour of attempting to restore service,
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the City Council identifies by roll-call vote that the continuation of the meeting outweighs the need for remote access.
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA - 5:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL Council Member Steven F. Johnson, Council Member Wendy Lau, Council Member Rick Crosby, Mayor Pro Tem Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, and Mayor Tim Hepburn.
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 General Unit, La Verne Firefighters Association, La Verne Fire Middle Management Association, and all Unrepresented Employees.
Conference with Legal Counsel, Existing Litigation pursuant to California Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1):
Guerrero v. City of La Verne, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 2:23-cv-00644.
Conference with Legal Counsel, Potential Exposure to Litigation pursuant to Cal. Gov't Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) - One (1) case.
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 - U.S. ARMY CAPTAIN ERSKINE LEVI
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
Fire Safe Foothills (FSF) Introduction - Funded by the Community Organized Relief Effort (CORE) and through the San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy (RMC), FSF is a wildfire preparedness and community resilience program serving communities throughout the San Gabriel Valley foothills, Antelope Valley, and Angeles National Forest, empowering residents with knowledge and resources to prepare themselves against wildfires.
National Parks and Recreation Month - Parks and Recreation departments strengthen communities by offering inclusive programs, maintaining safe and welcoming public spaces, and offers events for
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resident’s engagement.
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.)
2. City Council Minutes of the Closed Session and Regular meeting of June 15, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes.
3. 2027 - 2030 Cooperative Agreement with the Los Angeles County Development Authority for Community Development Block Grant Participation. Resolution Approving Participation in the Los Angeles Urban County Community Development Block Grant Program for Fiscal Years 2027-2030.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE LOS ANGELES URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM" and authorize the City Manager to execute the Participating City Cooperation Agreement with the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA), subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney, and any related documents necessary to implement the Agreement.
4. Film Permit - Danielle Bruncati Productions. The City has been contacted by Danielle Bruncati Productions requesting permission to shoot a short film at a private residence located at 1459 3rd Street. Per the City’s Municipal Code Chapter 5.57, film permits must be approved by the La Verne City Council.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Danielle Bruncati, and issue a permit for filming if all required steps are completed.
5. Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 10.40 to Title 10 of the La Verne Municipal Code Regarding Trailer Parking on Public Streets, Parking Limitations, Permit Exemptions, and Enforcement Provisions. Consideration of an ordinance amending Chapter
10.40 of Title 10 of the La Verne Municipal Code to revise regulations governing trailer parking on public streets, including parking limitations, permit exemptions, and enforcement provisions.
Recommendation: That the City Council Adopt an Ordinance titled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 10.40 TO TITLE 10 OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING TRAILER PARKING ON
PUBLIC STREETS, PARKING LIMITATIONS, PERMIT EXEMPTIONS, AND ENFORCEMENT PROVISIONS.”
6. Fiscal Year 2027 Office of Traffic Safety Grant Award. The La Verne Police Department was awarded $66,500 in grant funding through the 2027 Office of Traffic Safety Selective Traffic Enforcement grant program. The grant requires City Council authorizing the acceptance of grant funding.
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Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING FUNDS AND AGREEING TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE 2027 OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT GRANT PROGRAM."
7. Resolutions Calling, Consolidating, and Adopting Candidate Regulations for the La Verne General Municipal Election for November 3, 2026. The City’s General Municipal Election will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The election will be consolidated with the County of Los Angeles who will be conducting the Statewide General Election. Pursuant to laws of the State of California relating to General Law cities, the Council is to adopt certain resolutions to include:
Calling the election for the certain officers; requesting the Los Angeles Board of Supervisors for consolidation and specific services for the City’s General Municipal Election; and setting forth regulations for candidates’ statements.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the following Resolutions for conducting the City of La Verne’s General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026:
1. Resolution No. 26-XX - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, FOR THE ELECTION
OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES;"
2. Resolution No. 26-XX - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE LOS ANGELES BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS TO ORDER THE CONSOLIDATION OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE’S GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ON THE SAME DAY; TO AUTHORIZE THE BOARD
OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CANVASS THE RETURNS OF SAID GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION; AND TO REQUEST THAT
THE REGISTRAR RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK OF SAID COUNTY BE PERMITTED
TO RENDER FULL SERVICES TO THE CITY OF LA VERNE RELATING TO THE
CONDUCTING OF SAID GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS CODE SECTION 10403;" and,
3. Resolution No. 26-XX - " A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR
ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026."
PUBLIC HEARINGS
8. Confirmation of Weed Abatement Clearance Charges for Fiscal Year 2025-26. The Los Angeles County Department of Agriculture has prepared a report for City Council consideration for weed clearance costs for appropriate parcels within the City. Pursuant to law, a copy of the 2025-26 Weed Clearance Charges was posted on the City's website.
Recommendation: That the City Council confirm the list of charges and direct the County Auditor to enter the assessment against the parcels of land on the current assessment roll.
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
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9. Public Financing Authority - Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District Board Appointment. Due to a vacancy on the PFA - EIFD Board, the City Council is asked to consider appointing a new public member to the Board.
Recommendation: That the City Council consider a public member appointment to serve on the Public Financing Authority - EIFD Board, to serve until a successor is selected.
10. Resolution Authorizing the Appointment of CalPERS Retired Annuitant Robert Russell to Temporarily Fill a Critically Needed Position Pursuant to the Government Code. Resolution authorizing the temporary appointment of Battalion Chief Robert Russell as a CalPERS retired annuitant following retirement. This appointment will ensure uninterrupted duties necessary to maintain effective Fire Department operations, support emergency response readiness, and provide continuity in fire suppression, emergency medical services, prevention, training, and administrative functions.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT AND 180-DAY WAIT PERIOD EXCEPTION FOR RETIRED ANNUITANT ROBERT RUSSELL," pursuant to Government Code Sections 21221(g), and CalPERS regulations.
11. Resolutions Establishing Benefits for Executive Management, Middle Management, Professional and Confidential Employees and Repealing Resolution No. 25-51 and No. 25-
52. In accordance with the City’s compensation and benefit practices, and consistent with the allocations outlined in the approved budget process, the City Council is requested to approve an update to the benefit resolutions for Executive and Middle Management employees. These updates ensure alignment with established standards and supports the City's ongoing commitment to competitive and fiscally responsible employee compensation.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the attached Resolutions, titled, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA,
ESTABLISHING BENEFITS FOR EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES (DEPARTMENT HEADS) AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 25-51 and a "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING BENEFITS FOR
MIDDLE MANAGEMENT, PROFESSIONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 25-52."
12. Resolution Adopting a Salary Chart for Full-Time Employees. The attached resolution and salary table reflect adjustments in compensation that have occurred since the last update in January 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the attached Resolution titled, “A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A SALARY CHART FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 26-04."
13. Consideration of Utilizing the Proposition 218 Process to Increase the Paramedic Service Fee (Measure GG) to Support Continued Paramedic and Ambulance Transport Services without further cost to residents. The City Council is asked to consider proceeding with a Proposition 218 affirmative vote process to increase the assessment for Measure GG, the Paramedic Service Fee, for the purpose of providing waiver of all out-of-pocket expenses to residents for emergency paramedic and ambulance service in the City.
Recommendation: That the City Council direct staff to proceed with a Proposition 218
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assessment process to increase the Paramedic Service Fee, for the purpose of providing a waiver of out-of-pocket costs to residents for emergency paramedic and ambulance service in the city, to $14.00 per month, with an annual adjustment formula of a ratio of 80% Fire Personnel Cost Index and 20% Medical Care Services CPI.
THE LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL WILL RECESS TO MEET AS THE LA VERNE JOINT PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY; FOLLOWING THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WILL IMMEDIATELY RECONVENE.
LA VERNE PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
14. Resolutions Adopting Budgets for La Verne Mobile Country Club Mobile Home Park and Valley Rancho Mobile Home Park. Annually, the La Verne Public Financing Authority (LVPFA) reviews and approves the operating budgets for the two City owned mobile home parks. The budgets do not reflect significant changes from previous years and are attached for the La Verne Public Financing Authority’s consideration and adoption.
Recommendation: That the La Verne Public Financing Authority:
1. Adopt the attached Resolution titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE LA VERNE PUBLIC
FINANCING AUTHORITY ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR LA VERNE MOBILE COUNTRY CLUB MOBILE HOME PARK;" and,
2. Adopt the attached Resolution titled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE LA VERNE PUBLIC
FINANCING AUTHORITY ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR VALLEY RANCHO MOBILE HOME PARK."
THE LA VERNE JOINT PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY WILL ADJOURN AND THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WILL IMMEDIATELY RECONVENE.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time set aside for anyone wishing to address the City Council on items not listed in any other place on the agenda and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. Under the provisions of the Brown Act, the legislative body is prohibited from talking or engaging in discussion on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. However, your concerns may be referred to staff or set for discussion later. Please email your public comment to the City Clerk's Office at [email protected]. Your public comment will be shared with the City Council and included as part of the permanent record. There is a 3-minute time limit on public comments.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND CONFERENCE/MEETING REPORTS
Each Council Member may address the Council and public on matters of general information and/or concern. This is also the time for Council Members to report on conferences and/or meetings they have attended per Assembly Bill 1234.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment in memory of John Malarkey - John was a devoted husband, father, friend, City employee, and longtime contributor to the La Verne community. John served as a Recreation Leader
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with the City of La Verne for more than two and a half years. In this role, he assisted with opening park facilities, preparing athletic fields, and ensuring that City parks and recreation programs were ready to serve residents and families. His dedication, kindness, and commitment to public service made him a valued member of the City organization and a positive presence within the community.
John’s service extended beyond his employment with the City. He volunteered extensively with the La Verne Girls Softball Association and supported local youth sports and community activities.
He also participated in the annual Christmas Morning program, bringing holiday cheer to families throughout La Verne while serving as Santa.
Through his generosity, dependability, and willingness to assist others, John made a lasting impact on the residents, families, volunteers, and colleagues who had the opportunity to know him. John is survived by his wife, Kelly, his daughter, Kaitlyn. Condolences to his Family.
THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE LA VERNE CITY COUNCIL IS SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2026, at 5:30 P.M.
Posting Statement: A true copy of this Amended Agenda was posted on July 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, July 22 - Senior Seminar Series, Community Center, 10:00 am
Wednesday, July 22 - Transportation & Infrastructure Commission meeting, City Hall, 4:00 pm
Sunday, July 26 - Concert in the Park, Heritage Park, 5001 Via de Mansion, LV, 6:30 pm
Saturday, August 1 - Family Night Swim, La Verne Aquatics Center, 3175 Bolling Ave, LV, 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Sunday, August 2 - Movie Night at the Park, Heritage Park, 5001 Via de Mansion, LV, 8:15 pm
Monday, August 3 - Old Town La Verne Business Improvement District meeting, Café Wang, 8:30 am - 9:30 am
Monday, August 3 - City Council meeting, City Hall Council Chamber, 5:30 pm
Tuesday, August 4 - Development Review Committee meeting, City Hall, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Wednesday, August 5 - Senior Seminar Series, Community Center, 10:30 am
Friday, August 7 - Dance for Those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Community Center, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sunday, August 9 - Concert in the Park, Heritage Park, 5001 Via de Mansion, LV, 6:30 pm
Monday, August 10 - Senior Movie Matinee, Community Center, 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Wednesday, August 12 - Planning Commission meeting, City Hall, 6:30 pm
MINUTES OF THE CLOSED SESSION & REGULAR
MEETING OF JUNE 15, 2026
ACTION MINUTES
“SEE ITALICS”
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA - 5:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER – meeting was called to order at 5:30 PM
ROLL CALL Council Member Steven F. Johnson, Council Member Wendy Lau, Council Member Rick Crosby, Mayor Pro Tem Meshal “Kash” Kashifalghita, and Mayor Tim Hepburn.
Council Members Present: Crosby, Johnson, Lau, and Hepburn.
Council Members Absent: Kashifalghita
Advisory Staff Present: City Manager Domer, Assistant City Manager Ranells, and City Attorney Hall Barlow.
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 General Unit, 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 Attorney requested that an anticipated litigation item be added to the Closed Session and on a motion by Crosby, seconded by Lau, the item was approved to be added on a 4-0 vote with Kashifalghita absent because of military duty. The other items discussed were labor negotiations. No reportable action occurred and direction was provided by City Council.
The Closed Session recessed to Regular Session at 6:30 PM.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 6:30 PM - meeting was called to order at 6:38 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - BOY SCOUT FIRST CLASS ZACHARY KOVAR The City Council presented Zachary 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, and Hepburn.
Council Members Absent: Kashifalghita
Advisory Staff Present: City Manager Domer, Assistant City Manager Ranells, and City Attorney Hall Barlow.
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PRESENTATIONS
America 250 Essay Contest Winners - As part of the America 250 celebrations, the City invited students to answer the prompt "If Someone Visited My Neighborhood, What Would They Learn About America?” Bonita Unified School District students Gianna DeFazio, Zadie Thompson, and Simone Guilatco were selected as the winners of the contest.
Incoming 5th grader Zadie Thompson read her winning essay for Council and was presented with a Pride of La Verne certificate and special prize. Both Gianna and Simone were not available to attend the Council meeting recognition. Gianna’s essay was read by Council Member Lau and Simone recorded herself reading her winning essay. Both Gianna and Simone will receive their Pride of La Verne certificates and prizes at a later date.
America 250 & Route 66 Centennial Street Banners Artist Recognition - In Spring 2026, the City issued a Call for Artists to design unique street banners to celebrate America 250 and the Route 66 Centennial. The following artists were selected: Gary Samuelson with “Freedom Still Rings” and “Mile Markers: Stamps from La Verne,” Sophia De La O with “Untitled,” and Manuel LeGaspe with “A Heritage of Vision, a Future of Promise.”
Council presented the banner artists with Pride of La Verne certificates and the stipend, also each artist received one of their banners to take home.
Bonita High School Student Lexi Cocores - Incoming Senior of Bonita High School, Lexi Cocores, is a published author who recently debuted her young adult fantasy novel, I Accept the Role of Villainess, published under the pen name Allie Kris. Her book is published through Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing platform. A second book should be coming soon, and she is now drafting her third, with the goal of completing the series before graduation. Alongside her writing, Cocores maintains a 4.2 GPA, balances Advanced Placement coursework, and competes on Bonita High School’s golf team.
Council presented Lexi with a Pride of La Verne certificate.
Juneteenth Proclamation - June 19th honors Black freedom, resilience, and the abolishment of slavery in the United States.
Council presented the proclamation to Morgan Sternquist from Hillcrest.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
(Any person who wishes to make a brief announcement of a future community event that is open to the public may do so at this time.)
Public announcements received from: Adrian Romero, Library Manager, Andrea Blockinger La Verne Management Analyst, Matthew Dagata, Damien High School Band, Travis Tibbetts, LVPD Captain, and Yvonne Duran, Parks & Recreation Director.
Council Announcements received from: Mayor Hepburn and Council Member Lau.
CONSENT CALENDAR
(All items on the Consent Calendar are routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a member of the Council or member of the audience requests separate discussion.)
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After confirming no items were pulled by either Council or a member of the Public, it was moved by Lau, seconded by Johnson, and approved 4-0 with Kashifalghita absent.
1. City Council Minutes of the Closed Session and Regular meeting of June 1, 2026.
Recommendation: That the City Council approved the minutes. Approved
2. Register of Audited Demands in the amount of $2,233,340.57, dated 05/28/26.
Recommendation: That the City Council approved the audited demands. Approved
3. Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing One - Year Extensions to Annual Public Works Maintenance Service Agreements. This item recommends the adoption of a Resolution approving amendments to extend the existing maintenance services agreements for various Public Works and Community Development Services on-call services through June 30, 2027, covering Fiscal Year 2026–27.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ANNUAL CITY AGREEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 FOR PUBLIC WORKS AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT RELATED SERVICES," approving amendments to the annual City maintenance services agreements related to Public Works and Community Development services and authorizing the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk to execute the amendments to the agreements. Approved
4. Final Map Approval, Tract No. 83278 "Heritage on First" Condominium Conversion. On May 13, 2026, the Planning Commission approved Tentative Tract Map No. 83278 for a 17-unit condominium conversion located at 2467 First Street. The Final Tract Map has been submitted for approval, allowing for the condominium conversion of the residential development.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FINAL MAP FOR TRACT NO. 83278, A REQUEST BY WHITE AVENUE TOWNHOMES LLC, TO SUBDIVIDE ONE PARCEL WITH AREA OF 0.56 ACRES AT 2467 FIRST STREET WITH 17 EXISTING RENTAL UNITS INTO A 17 UNIT CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION." Approved
5. Rejection of all bids for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Catch Basin Retrofit Project. This action will reject all bids submitted for the City of La Verne Fiscal Year 2025-26 Catch Basin Retrofit Project. A total of five bids were received and opened on April 20, 2026. The lowest bidder and second lowest bidder have requested to withdraw their bids due to clerical errors.
Recommendation: That the City Council reject all bids submitted for the Catch Basin Retrofit Project and direct staff to rebid the project. Approved
6. Resolution for FY 2026-27 Appropriations Limit. Every year, the City must adopt the annual appropriations limit for expenditures paid by tax proceeds, consistent with the requirements of California law. Appropriations financed by service fees, grants, and other non-tax revenues are exempt. The City's proposed FY 2026-27 budget reflects appropriations well under the limit set by law.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMITATION FOR THE 2026-27 FISCAL YEAR." Approved
7. Adoption of Traffic Control Plan for 2026 Fourth of July Parade Although not legally required, staff recommends that the City Council adopt a Traffic Control Plan for the 2026 Fourth of July Parade to further inform residents of the event and anticipated traffic disruptions.
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Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Traffic Control Plan, developed by the City Engineer, for the 2026 Fourth of July Parade. Approved
PUBLIC HEARINGS
8. Affordable Housing Agreement for Heritage on White. MW Investment Group, LLC received Planning Commission approval for Tract Map No. 83278, a condominium conversion project at 2467 First Street that converts an existing 17-unit apartment complex into individually owned condominiums subject to final City Council approval. To comply with the affordable housing requirements of the Old Town La Verne Specific Plan, the applicant has agreed to restrict three units as affordable ownership housing for 45 years through an Affordable Housing Agreement that establishes affordability, eligibility, resale, and compliance requirements.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Approve the Affordable Housing Agreement between the City of La Verne and MW Investment Group, LLC for Tract Map No. 83278; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney.
Mayor Hepburn opened the public hearing and Planning Manager Bowcock reported on this item.
Council Discussion/Comments: Council clarified the location of the project.
Public Comments: None
It was moved by Crosby, seconded by Johnson, and approved by a vote of 4-0, with Kashifalghita absent.
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
9. First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 10.40 to Title 10 of the La Verne Municipal Code regarding trailer parking on public streets, parking limitations, permit exemptions, and enforcement provisions. The proposed ordinance amends Chapter 10.40, Stopping, Standing, and Parking, of the La Verne Municipal Code to establish regulations for trailer parking on public streets, including parking limitations, permit exemptions, and enforcement provisions intended to support public safety and neighborhood quality.
Recommendation: That the City Council introduce by title only and waive further reading of an Ordinance titled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 10.40 TO TITLE 10 OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE
REGARDING TRAILER PARKING ON PUBLIC STREETS, PARKING LIMITATIONS, PERMIT EXEMPTIONS, AND ENFORCEMENT PROVISIONS.”
LVPD Lieutenant Alvarado reported on this item, with additional clarifying information provided by Chief Gonazlez.
Council Discussion/Comments: Council asked a few clarifying questions regarding timeframes and cost of fines.
Public Comments: Resident Mike Alt
First reading was approved, 4-0 as motioned by Johnson, seconded by Crosby, with Kashifalghita absent.
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10. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding Regarding Residential Solid Waste Billing Transfer. Consider approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with USA Waste of California, Inc. (Waste Management) to transition residential solid waste billing responsibilities from the City to Waste Management effective September 1, 2026, and receive an update on customer outreach and education efforts related to the transition.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of La Verne and USA Waste of California, Inc. (Waste Management) regarding the transition of residential solid waste billing responsibilities from the City to Waste Management, effective September 1, 2026;
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the MOU and any subsequent administrative revisions or implementing documents that do not materially modify the rights, obligations, rates, fees, service levels, or other substantive provisions of the existing Solid Waste Franchise Agreement; and
3. Receive and file an update on customer outreach and public education activities related to the billing transition.
Public Works Director Wu introduced this item, and Waste Management Public Sector Solutions Manager Josh Goldman provided details on the transition.
Council Discussion/Comments: Council asked clarifying questions regarding the transition.
Public Comments received from: One unidentified resident All recommendations approved, 4-0 on a motion by Crosby, seconded by Lau, with Kashifalghita absent.
11. Amendment to the City's Concealed Carry (CCW) Psychological Evaluation Practice and Subsidy Program. The Department is recommending removal of the universal psychological evaluation requirement for Concealed Carry Weapon License applicants and elimination of the City subsidy. Psychological evaluations would remain available on a case-by-case basis when supported by objective findings during the background investigation process, as allowed by California Penal Code section 26190 (e)(1).
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Approve the amendment to the Department’s CCW licensing process removing the mandatory psychological evaluation requirement for all applicants;
2. Authorize the Chief of Police, as the licensing authority, to require psychological evaluations on a case-by-case basis consistent with California law and objective findings developed during the background investigation process; and
3. Eliminate the City’s current $150 subsidy for CCW psychological evaluations.
Due to a conflict of interest, Council Member Johnson recused himself and exited the Chamber.
Police Chief Gonzalez reported on this item.
Council Discussion/Comments: Council had a lengthy discussion regarding this item.
City Attorney Hall-Barlow: Addressed the liability questions raised during public comment and the Bruen Supreme Court decision.
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Public Comments from: Residents, Kathy Kalousek, Gene Quinn, Lily Brainard, Patty Sweetman, Yvonne Gallegos, Rick Bowen, and Stephen Wiard via call in.
Councilmember Johnson recused himself due to having a CCW already, the item was moved by Crosby, seconded by Lau, and approved 3-0 with Kashifalghita absent and Johnson recused.
12. Direction Regarding Measure GG to Support Paramedic and Ambulance Transport Services.
Staff is providing additional opportunity for public input based on direction from the City Council regarding the potential development of a ballot measure to modify Measure GG for voter consideration at the November 2026 election.
Recommendation: That the City Council take continued public comments regarding Measure GG funding options, revenue projections, and escalation methodologies prior to considering applicable documents to place a measure on the November ballot at the July 20, 2026, City Council meeting.
Fire Chief Coatney reported on this item.
Public comments received from: Residents, Kathy Kalousek, Rick Bowen, Pam Berry, Stephen Wiard via call in, and Bill McKenna.
Council Discussion/Comments: Council had a lengthy discussion regarding this item.
The Council was supportive of a Proposition 218 process and provided direction for staff to return on July 20th with additional information and hopefully a consideration of which way to amend the current paramedic assessment.
13. Resolution Adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget. The City operates on a fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30 and is required to adopt a balanced budget prior to the start of each fiscal year. The proposed Fiscal Year 2026–27 budget includes General Fund ongoing expenditures that exceed ongoing revenues. However, the budget is operationally balanced through expenditure adjustments and one-time funding sources identified during the budget development process. The proposed Fiscal Year 2026–27 General Fund budget totals $48,994,062 in expenditures, with total citywide appropriations across all funds of $101,547,087. In addition to considering adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026–27 Budget, the City Council is requested to adopt a resolution formally approving the budget and related appropriations for the upcoming fiscal year.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE 2026-27 FISCAL YEAR," approving the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Operating Budget and appropriating $101,567,087 to cover expenditures across all funds.
Finance Director Lopez reported on this item.
Council Discussion/Comments: Council greatly appreciated all of the efforts to become more sustainable and also realize there is still a tough road ahead.
Public Comments from residents: Rick Bowen and Lily Brainard.
Approved by a vote of 4-0, on a motion by Johnson, seconded by Lau, with Kashifalghita absent.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
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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: Natalie Morales, Rick Bowen, and Pam Berry.
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 Member Lau recognized City staff for their dedication and highlighted the City’s HOST Program, which recently helped a Navy veteran experiencing 15 years of homelessness obtain mental health services, permanent housing, and stability through partnerships with community organizations, and also commended the community group CASI for organizing a free neighborhood picnic that brought together residents of all ages and backgrounds, fostering community spirit and welcoming new residents. Appreciation is extended to the Police Department, Parks and Recreation staff, and all volunteers for supporting the event, including providing a visible public safety presence following online threats, and last just a reminder of all the upcoming Fourth of July festivities and events.
Council Member Crosby revisited concerns regarding food vendors operating on city streets, particularly in locations where they may create traffic visibility and safety issues, and requested further review of potential restrictions, and thanked residents and local businesses for attending the meeting, recognized a local business for its community support, and expressed appreciation for the implementation of the three-minute public comment time limit for virtual speakers, noting that it allowed participants to provide their comments effectively. Appreciation was also expressed for staff's efforts to facilitate online public participation and ensure compliance with evolving public meeting requirements.
Council Member Johnson expressed sympathy to residents regarding the difficult situations they described during public comment, acknowledged that no one should have to experience such circumstances, and expressed hope that law enforcement would be able to provide assistance.
Mayor Hepburn thanked the City Council and staff for their work during his absence. He expressed sympathy to residents who spoke during public comment, encouraged addressing concerns directly before making public accusations, and acknowledged neighborhood issues involving nuisance and property use that warrant enforcement, and also recognized the recent celebrations of life for two community members and encouraged residents to cherish time with family and friends, reminding everyone to check in on loved ones and enjoy the upcoming holiday season.
ADJOURNMENT - meeting adjourned at 10:20 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Debra Fritz, CMC
Deputy City Clerk
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: July 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Eric Scherer, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: 2027 - 2030 COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT PARTICIPATION.
SUMMARY
The proposed Resolution approves the City of La Verne's continued participation in the Los Angeles Urban County Program for the 2027–2030 qualification period. Approval authorizes the City Manager to execute the required Cooperation Agreement with the Los Angeles County Development Authority. Participation allows the City to remain eligible for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding and other similar funding.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL,
CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE LOS ANGELES URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM" and authorize the City Manager to execute the Participating City Cooperation Agreement with the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA), subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney, and any related documents necessary to implement the Agreement.
DISCUSSION
The Participating City Agreement between the City and the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) outlines legal provisions and requirements for the City to participate in the Urban County CDBG Program. The City uses CDBG funds for the senior meals program, through the Public Services portion of the funding, and for sidewalk accessibility projects through the public infrastructure and improvements category.
Every three (3) years, the County of Los Angeles must re-qualify with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for entitlement status as an Urban County. The new qualification period will begin on July 1, 2027, and end on June 30, 2030. The new agreement will still contain the provision that will allow for automatic renewal of participation in the Los Angeles Urban County CDBG Program in successive three-year periods, unless the County or the City provide written notice that it elects not to participate in a new qualification period.
Attached is the Participating City Cooperation Agreement that the LACDA will be asking the Participating Cities to sign by July 31, 2026.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
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Participation in the Los Angeles Urban County Program does not require a direct financial contribution from the City and will have no impact on the General Fund. Approval of the Cooperation Agreement enables the City to remain eligible to receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding and, if applicable, HOME and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funding administered by the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) during the July 1, 2027 through June 30, 2030 qualification period.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The proposed action is not a project under the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act because it is an administrative activity involving organizational or governmental actions that will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change to the environment.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed this item.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution Cooperative Agreement with Los Angeles County Development Authority
2. CDBG Cooperation Agreement 2027-30
Report Prepared By:
Candice Bowcock, Planning Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. xx-xxx
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE LOS ANGELES URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the City of La Verne ("City") desires to participate in the Los Angeles Urban County Program for Community Development Block Grant ("CDBG") funds, and if applicable, the HOME Investment Partnerships (“HOME”) Program, and the Emergency Solutions Grant (“ESG”) Program, in the County's Consolidated Plan for Fiscal Years 2027-2029, commencing on July 1, 2027 and through June 30, 2030; and
WHEREAS, the City authorizes the execution of a Cooperation Agreement with the County of Los Angeles in order to receive said CDBG funds, and if applicable, the HOME and ESG Programs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Verne as follows:
Section 1. The City Council adopts and approves its participation in the Los Angeles County Urban County Program and receiving CDBG funds, and if applicable, HOME and ESG Program funds, and execution of the Cooperation Agreement between the City of La Verne and the County of Los Angeles for the time period of July 1, 2027 through June 30, 2030.
Section 2. The City Council authorizes the City Manager, or his/her designee, to execute the Cooperation Agreement, following approval as to form by the city attorney, any and all related documents necessary, for participation in the Los Angeles Urban County Program on behalf of the City.
Section 3. The Mayor shall sign and the Deputy City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and thereupon the same shall take effect and be in force.
Section 4. The Mayor shall sign and the Deputy City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and thereupon the same shall take effect and be in force.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 20th day of July, 2026.
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Mayor Tim Hepburn
ATTEST:
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Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing [Resolution No. xx-xxx] was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of La Verne at a meeting thereof held on the 20th day of July, 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ENTITLEMENT PROGRAM
HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM
EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS PROGRAM
PARTICIPATING CITY
COOPERATION AGREEMENT
This COOPERATION AGREEMENT (Agreement) is being entered into on this 1st day of JULY 2026, to be effective on the 1st day of July 2027, by and between the CITY OF LA VERNE (City) and the County of Los Angeles (County), by and through the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) acting as the County's agent, and shall remain in effect for Fiscal Years 2027-2029. The County and the City are collectively referred to as the “Parties” or individually “Party.”
WITNESSETH THAT:
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute this Agreement on the City's behalf;
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of the County authorized the LACDA, through its Executive Director, or designee, to execute this Agreement as the agent of the County on the County's behalf;
WHEREAS, in 1974, the U.S. Congress enacted and the President signed a law entitled, the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (Act); WHEREAS, the Parties desire to cooperate to undertake, or assist in undertaking, community development, essential community renewal, lower-income housing assistance activities, specifically urban renewal and publicly assisted housing, including, but not limited to, the improvement or development of housing for persons of low- to moderate-incomes, and other community or urban renewal activities as approved between the Parties in the CDBG agreements, including the Consolidated Plan, as authorized by the Act, the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act (NAHA), and the U.S. Housing Act of 1937, as amended; WHEREAS, the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Entitlement Program, the HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program, and the Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Program are required to have an approved comprehensive housing strategy as authorized under NAHA;
WHEREAS, the County qualifies as an Urban County as defined under the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and, as such, receives allocations of CDBG Entitlement Program funds;
WHEREAS, HUD requires the County to re-qualify as an Urban County every three years
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and to enter into cooperation agreements with participating cities for the Fiscal Years 2027-2029 Urban County qualification period;
WHEREAS, the City desires to participate in the County's Urban County CDBG Entitlement Program for Fiscal Years 2027-2029 (Urban County Program); WHEREAS, as the Urban County, the County assumes all responsibilities of an applicant under federal statutes and regulations, including the analysis of needs, establishment of objectives, preparation of the Consolidated Plan and related submissions, and the provision of all required certifications and assurances on behalf of the County and participating cities; WHEREAS, this Agreement is authorized under State and local laws and provides full legal authority for the County, acting through the LACDA, to undertake or assist in undertaking, eligible community development and housing activities within the City for the benefit of its residents; and
WHEREAS, by executing this Agreement, the Parties affirm their mutual intention for the City to participate in the County's Urban County program for the Fiscal Years 2027-2029 CDBG Uban County qualification period.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Parties agree as follows:
1. General
a. Authorization to Implement Activities. The City hereby authorizes the County, acting through the LACDA, to perform, or cause to be performed all actions necessary or appropriate to implement eligible community development and housing activities within the City for Fiscal Years 2027-2029. Any references to the County shall also refer to the LACDA acting as the agent of the County.
The City's activities may include, but are not limited to, the improvement or development of housing for persons of low- and moderate-income and other eligible activities authorized under Title 1 of the Act, as amendment, and where applicable, the HOME and ESG programs. These activities may be funded from the County's CDBG Entitlement Program allocation and, where applicable HOME and ESG funds, including any program income generated therefrom. b. Cooperation. The County and the City agree to cooperate to undertake, or assist in undertaking, essential community development and housing assistance activities within the benefit of the City, as approved and authorized between the Parties in this Agreements including the Consolidated Plan. c. State CDBG Program. The City understands and agrees that it may not apply for grants under the State CDBG Program for the Urban County Term, defined below, in which the City participates in the Urban County CDBG Program. The
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County agrees that the CDBG funds that the City is entitled to will be utilized to benefit the City.
d. Covered HUD Programs. This Agreement covers the following formula funding programs administered by HUD where the County receives the following direct entitlement funding: the CDBG Program, the HOME Program and the ESG Programs.
The City understands and agrees that it may only receive such funding where HOME and ESG formula are allocated funds from the County. The City understands and agrees that it may receive a formula allocation under the HOME and ESG Programs only through the Urban County. This does not preclude the Urban County or the City from applying for HOME or ESG funds from the State, if the State allows.
e. Subrecipient Status. Pursuant to 24 CFR § 570.501(b), the City is subject to all requirements applicable to subrecipients, including the requirement of a written agreement as set forth in 24 CFR § 570.503.
2. Term; Withdrawal Rules. The Agreement shall remain in effect for the three-year program period of Fiscal Years 2027 - 2029, commencing July 1, 2027 and ending June 30, 2030 (Term), and until the expenditure of all CDBG funds, or where applicable, HOME and ESG funds granted and program income received during the three-year program period are expended and the funded activities completed. Neither the County nor the City may terminate, withdraw, or be removed from the Urban County Program during the three-year program period or while this Agreement remains in effect.
This Agreement will renew automatically for participation for one successive three-year Urban County qualification period, unless the County or the City provides written notice to the other party that it elects not to participate in a new qualification period. The terminating party shall send a copy of the notice of termination to the HUD field office by the date specified on the HUD Exchange Urban Counties website. The County will notify the City in writing of the City’s right to make this election. A copy of the County’s notification must be sent to the HUD filed office by the date specified on the HUD Exchange Urban Counties website.
3. Reversion of Assets/Unspent Funds. Following the end of the three-year Urban County qualification period, and after resolution of any financial or programmatic findings, if the City elects not to participate in the next qualification period and does not qualify as a metropolitan city under HUD regulations, the City shall not be entitled to request the transfer of any unspent CDBG funds or remaining balances. Such unspent funds shall remain with the County and shall be reprogrammed to the Supervisorial District funding pool in which the City is located, consistent with 24 CFR 570.503(b)(7).
4. Amendments. The Parties agree to adopt amendments to this Agreement as may be required by HUD to meet any new Urban County Qualification requirement(s) for subsequent qualification cycles, when applicable. Failure by either Party to adopt any such amendments, and
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to submit such amendment to HUD, will void this Agreement for the applicable qualification period.
5. Prohibition on Transfer or Exchange of Funds. The County and the City shall not sell, trade, assign, or otherwise transfer any portion of CDBG funds, or, where applicable, HOME and ESG funds, to any metropolitan city, urban county, unit of general local government, or insular area that directly or indirectly receives such funds, in exchange for any other funds, credits or non-federal consideration. All funds must be used solely for eligible under Title I of the Act, as amended, and applicable HOME and ESG statutes and regulations.
6. Program Income
a. Reporting and Remittance. The City shall report to the County any program income generated from the use of CDBG funds, and, where applicable, HOME and ESG funds. All such program income shall be remitted to the County within 30 days of receipt. Program income shall be used solely for eligible activities in accordance with all applicable CDBG, HOME and ESG regulations in effect at the time of receipt or use.
b. Disposition of Program Income. The County and City shall not terminate or withdraw from the Agreement while it remains in effect. The County may transfer the program income to the City, upon its termination of Urban County participation, provided that the City begins participating as an independent CDBG Entitlement grantee and agrees to use the program income in its own CDBG Entitlement program.
c. Program Income After Closeout or Termination. In the event of grant closeout or termination of this Agreement, any program income on hand or received after closeout or termination shall be remitted to the County within sixty (60) days. Such program income shall remain subject to all applicable CDBG, HOME, and ESG requirements.
d. Program Income from Real Property. All program income generated from the disposition or transfer of real property acquired or improved by the City using CDBG funds, and, where applicable, HOME and ESG, funds or program income, during the Urban County Term shall remain subject to all terms and conditions of this Agreement and all applicable federal regulations.
7. Recordkeeping and Monitoring. The County is responsible for reporting to HUD on the use of all program income; the City shall maintain complete and accurate records, accounts, and documentation sufficient to demonstrate compliance with all applicable CDBG, HOME, and ESG requirements. The City shall make such records available to the County upon request for monitoring, reporting, and audit purposes.
8. Compliance with Federal Laws and Regulations. In performing this Agreement, the Parties shall take all actions necessary to ensure compliance with the County's certification
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(under section 104(b) of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974), that City grant will be conducted and administered in conformity with:
• Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 1);
• Fair Housing Act (Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968), and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 100, and the duty to affirmatively further fair housing (AFFH); and
• Section 109 of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 6, which incorporates:
o Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 8;
o Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the implementing regulations at 28 CFR Part 35;
o Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the implementing regulation at 24 CFR Part 146;
o Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968; o Uniform Relocation and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, and the implementing regulations at 49 CFR Part 24;
o Section 104(d) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, implementing regulation at 24 CFR Part 42; and
• Other applicable federal laws and regulations.
CDBG, and where applicable HOME and ESG, funds in no event will be used for any activities in or in support of City failure to affirmatively further fair housing or that impedes the County’s actions to comply with the County's fair housing certification and duty to affirmatively further fair housing.
9. Records and Audit Access. The City shall make available for inspection and audit by the County and HUD, upon request, all books, records, documents, and files relating to activities funded under CDBG and, where applicable, HOME and ESG programs. Such records shall be retained for at least five (5) years after the closeout of the applicable grant or completion of the activity, whichever is later, in accordance with 24 CFR 570.506.
10. Excessive Force and Anti-Blockade Policies. The County and the City certifies that each have adopted and are enforcing:
a. A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies within its jurisdiction against individuals engaged in non-violent civil rights demonstrations; and b. A policy prohibit law enforcement agencies from physically barring the
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entrance to or exit from a facility or location that is the subject of such non-violent civil rights demonstrations.
11. No Third-Party Beneficiaries. This Agreement is made and entered into for the sole protection and benefit of the Parties hereto and shall not create any rights in any third parties.
No other person or entity shall have the right or action based upon the provisions of the Agreement.
12. Indemnification. City agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless County and its authorized officers, employees, agents, and volunteers from any and all claims, actions, losses, damages, and/or liability arising from City acts, errors or omissions and for any costs or expenses incurred by County on account of any claim therefore, except where such indemnifications is prohibited by law. City shall promptly notify County in writing of the occurrence of any such claims, actions, losses, damages, and/or liability.
City shall indemnify and hold harmless County against any liability, claims, losses, demands, and actions incurred by County as a result of the determination by HUD or its successor that activities undertaken by City under the program(s) fail to comply with any laws, regulations, or policies applicable thereto or that any funds billed by and disbursed to City under this Agreement were improperly expended.
13. Severability. Each paragraph and provision of this Agreement is severable from each other provision and in the event any provision in this Agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void, or unenforceable, the remaining provision will never the less continue in full force without being impaired or invalidated in any way
14. Assignment. City shall not make any sale, assignment, conveyance or lease of any trust or power, or transfer in any other form with respect to this Agreement, or delegate or assign any interest in this Agreement without prior written approval of the County.
15. Interpretation; Governing Law. This Agreement and any dispute arising hereunder shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California. This Agreement shall be construed as a whole according to its fair language and common meaning to achieve the objectives and purposes of the Parties hereto, and the rule of construction to the effect that ambiguities are to be resolved against the drafting Party shall not be employed in interpreting this Agreement, all Parties having been represented by counsel in the negotiation and preparation hereof.
16. Waiver. Failure by a Party to insist upon the strict performance of any of the provisions of this Agreement by the other Party, or the failure by a Party to exercise its rights upon the default of the other Party, shall not constitute a waiver of such Party’s right to insist and demand strict compliance by the other Party with the terms of this Agreement thereafter.
17. Jurisdiction and Venue. Any action at law or in equity arising under this Agreement or brought by a Party hereto for the purpose of enforcing, construing or determining the validity of any provision of this Agreement shall be filed in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, State of California, and the Parties hereto waive all provisions of law
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providing for the filing, removal or change of venue to any other court or jurisdiction.
18. Amendments. No change, amendment, or modification to the Agreement shall be valid or binding upon City or County unless such change, amendment, or modification is in writing and duly executed. City and County agree to adopt any necessary amendments to this Agreement to incorporate changes required by HUD as set forth in the Urban County Qualification Notice.
Amendments must be submitted to HUD as provided in the Urban County Qualification Notice and failure to do so will void the automatic renewal for such qualification period.
19. Counterparts; Electronic Signatures. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. Signatures transmitted by facsimile, email, or other electronic means shall be deemed original signatures for all purposes.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles has caused this Agreement to be subscribed by the Executive Director of the LACDA, and the City has subscribed the same through its duly authorized officers, on the day, month, and year first above written.
County Counsel Certification
The office of the County Counsel hereby certifies that the terms and provisions of this Agreement are fully authorized under state and local laws, and that the Agreement provides full legal authority for the County to undertake or assist in undertaking essential community development and housing assistance activities, specifically urban renewal and public-assisted housing.
By: ___________________________________ ___________________________ Principal Deputy County Counsel Date
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
By: ________________________________
EMILIO SALAS, Executive Director
Los Angeles County Development Authority
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
DAWYN R. HARRISON
County Counsel
By: ________________________________
BEHNAZ TASHAKORIAN
Principal Deputy County Counsel
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles has caused this Agreement to be subscribed by the Executive Director of the LACDA, and the City has subscribed the same through its duly authorized officers, on the day, month, and year first above written.
CITY OF LA VERNE
By: ________________________________
CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE (Signature)
_______________________________
Print Name, Title
ATTEST:
City Clerk
By: ________________________________
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By: ________________________________
CITY ATTORNEY
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: July 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: JR Ranells, Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT: FILM PERMIT - DANIELLE BRUNCATI PRODUCTIONS.
SUMMARY
The City has been contacted by Danielle Bruncati Productions requesting permission to shoot a short film at a private residence located at 1459 3rd Street. Per the City’s Municipal Code Chapter 5.57, film permits must be approved by the La Verne City Council.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Danielle Bruncati, and issue a permit for filming if all required steps are completed.
DISCUSSION
Staff received a request for filming from Danielle Bruncati to conduct activities for a short film at a private residence located at 1459 3rd Street on Friday, July 24, Saturday, July 25, and Sunday, July 26, 2026. According to their application, the filming will not impact public infrastructure or the surrounding neighborhood as it will take place within the boundary of the property and interior of the units on site. The scenes will include dialogue using a bedroom, living room, office, and kitchen with no stunts or loud noises.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
The City’s standard Film Permit Fees and insurance requirements will be assessed to Danielle Bruncati.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Bruncati Film Permit Packet
2. La Verne COI
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SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE
THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS.
INSURER(S) AFFORDING COVERAGE
INSURER F :
INSURER E :
INSURER D :
INSURER C :
INSURER B :
INSURER A :
NAIC #
NAME:
CONTACT
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REVISION NUMBER:CERTIFICATE NUMBER:COVERAGES
IMPORTANT: If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED, the policy(ies) must have ADDITIONAL INSURED provisions or be endorsed.
If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy, certain policies may require an endorsement. A statement on this certificate does not confer rights to the certificate holder in lieu of such endorsement(s).
THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. THIS
CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW. THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURER(S), AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER, AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER.
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CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES. LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. $ $
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DATE (MM/DD/YYYY)
CANCELLATION
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
ACORD 25 (2016/03)
© 1988-2015 ACORD CORPORATION. All rights reserved.
CERTIFICATE HOLDER
The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD
HIRED
AUTOS ONLY
This certificate of insurance does not affirmatively or negatively amend, extend, or alter the coverage afforded by the insurance policy.
Fax No.Phone No.
[email protected]
Amanda Popielarz
(914) 833-2433
07/14/2026
City of La Verne, its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers are included as additional insureds with respect to liability arising out of operations performed by the Named Insured in connection with permitted filming activities within the City of La Verne.
City of La Verne
3660 "D" Street
La Verne, CA 91750
United States Of America
ZAI - Zurich American Insurance Company
ZII - Zurich American Insurance Company of Illinois
Coverage Location: United States & Canada
All coverages expire at 12:01 a.m. Standard Time.
Production The Red Christmas
ZAI X
X
X
X
1,000,000
100,000
1,000,000
5,000
1,000,000
07/23/2026 07/29/2026FLM5074533-00
1,000,000
Danielle Bruncati
3264 N Mountain Ave
Claremont, CA 91711
Fax No.(909) 262-5115Phone No.
16535
27855
ZAI 07/23/2026 07/29/2026Inland Marine See AttachedFLM5074533-00 Film Emporium, Inc. dba New York Film Emporium
Insurance Services
1890 Palmer Ave #403
Larchmont, NY 10538
Fax No.(914) 833-2433Phone No.
1266020
ZII X
1,000,000
1,000,000
1,000,000Y
07/23/2026 09/21/2026
Proof of Workers
Compensation Insurance only.
WC4682368-00
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APM-CERT-DETAILS 1205 CertificateNumber 1266020
ADDITIONALCOVERAGEDETAILS
DATE(MM/DD/YY)
07/14/2026
INSURED DanielleBruncati
Thefollowingisattachedtoandmadepartofcertificatenumber 1266020.
PolicyDetails Coverage Limit Deductible
InlandMarine
Company: ZurichAmericanInsuranceCompany
PolicyNumber: FLM5074533-00
*Period: 07/23/2026 - 07/29/2026: 6 Day(s)
MiscellaneousRentedEquipment 200,000 1,500
OwnedEquipment Excluded
Props,Sets&Wardrobes 25,000 1,500
RentedFurs,Jewelry,Art&AntiquesCoverage Excluded
NegativeFilm,VideotapeandDigitalizedImage Excluded
FaultyStock,Camera&Processing Excluded
FaultyStock,Camera&Processing-BroadForm Excluded
ExtraExpense Excluded
ThirdPartyPropertyDamage 500,000 2,000
OfficeContents Excluded
CastCoverage
CastExtraExpense Excluded
CastCoveredPersonExtension(nosickness) Excluded
CastCoveredPersonExtensionAggregate(sickness) Excluded
CastCoveredPersonExtensionPerPerson(sickness) Excluded
CastFamilyBereavementExtension Excluded
AnimalDeath,Illness,Injury Excluded
AnimalExtraExpense Excluded
Hired/Non-OwnedPhysicalDamage-Aggregate Excluded
Hired/Non-OwnedPhysicalDamage-PerVehicle Excluded
RentalCostReimbursement Excluded
CivilAuthority Excluded
AgencyAndTalentRe-ShootCosts Excluded
StrikesorCivilProtest Excluded
WaiverofSubrogation Excluded
CoverageExtensionEndorsement
CoverageExtensionEndorsement Excluded
CinemaProductionEnhancementEndorsement
CinemaProductionEnhancementEndorsement Excluded
UnattendedVehicleExclusion SeeExclusion
Terrorism Included
*Allcoveragesexpireat12:01a.m.StandardTime.
Coverageisnotaffordedforstunts&pyrotechnicsexceptforthosedeclared,scheduledandacceptedbytheinsurancecompany(s).
Foracompletelistingofcoverages,terms,conditionsandexclusions,pleaseviewyourpolicy.
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Scheduled Stunts and Railroad Scenes
DATE (MM/DD/YY)
07/14/2026
INSURED Danielle Bruncati
The following is attached to and made part of certificate number 1266020.
CERTSTUNTS 1022 Certificate Number 1266020
Stunts, Animals and Driving Scenes (0)
# Type Production Title Items Scenes From To
No scenes have been declared.
Railroad Scenes (0)
# Type Production Title Scenes From To
No scenes have been declared.
Disclaimer
Excess Liability does not apply to any scheduled Railroad Contractual stunts.
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SCHEDULEOFFORMS
DATE(MM/DD/YY)
07/14/2026
APA-CERT-FORMLIST0914 Certificate Number: 1266020
Insured: Danielle Bruncati
This Schedule of Forms is attached to and made part of certificate number 1266020, as of 07/14/2026 at 10:31 AM PT,and lists the forms included in the policy(s) and subsequent endorsement (s) at the time this certificate was issued.
Form# Ed. Name
EntertainmentProductionPackage
Notices
UGU319G 0126 Important Notice - In Witness Clause
U-GU-874-BCW 0223 Notice of Disclosure for Agent and Broker Compensation UGU873ACW 0611 Disclosure Statement
U-GL-1197-ACW 0104 Asbestos Exclusion Endorsement
U-GU-1191-ACW 0315 Sanctions Exclusion Endorsement
Common
UGU727ACW 0806 Commercial Insurance Policy
UGU1292ACW 0422 Notice Of Important Provisions
UGUD310A 0193 Common Policy Declarations
UGU619ACW 1002 Schedule of Forms and Endorsements
UGU621ACW 1002 Schedule Of Named Insured(s)
UGU618ACW 1002 Schedule Of Locations
IL0017 1198 Common Policy Conditions
U-GU-1223-B CA 0916 Revised Definition Of Spouse Endorsement UABI100ACW 0117 Schedule Of Productions
UABI105ACW 0117 Non-Insured Production Entity Exclusion UABI101ACW 0117 Definition Of Employee
UAB100ACW 0117 Minimum Earned Premium Endorsement
IL0003 0908 Calculation of Premium
IL0270 0720 California Changes - Cancellation and Nonrenewal Endorsement U-GU-630-ECW 0120 Disclosure of Important Information Relating to TerrorismRisk Insurance Act InlandMarine
UABMD104ACW 0117 Commercial Inland Marine Declarations Entertainment Program UGU619ACW 1002 Schedule of Forms and Endorsements
CM0001 0904 Commercial Inland Marine Conditions
UABM133ACW 0117 Common Conditions, Exclusions And Definitions UABM105ACW 0117 Miscellaneous Equipment Coverage Form
UABM106ACW 0117 Props, Sets And WardrobeCoverage Form
UABM109ACW 0117 Third Party Property Damage Coverage Form UABM185ACW 0618 Unmanned Aircraft Endorsement
UABM102ACW 0117 Schedule Of Productions
UABM103ACW 0117 Loss Payable Endorsement
UABM128ACW 0117 Excluded Property Endorsement
UABM114ACW 0117 Unscheduled Production, Presentation Or Event Exclusion UABM100ACW 0117 Stunt, Animal Exposure And Pyrotechnic Exclusion UABM116ACW 0117 Unattended VehicleLimitation
U-GU-767-BCW 0115 Cap on Losses From Certified Acts of Terrorism GeneralLiability
UABLD100BCW 0119 Commercial General Liability Coverage Part Declarations UGU619ACW 1002 Schedule of Forms and Endorsements
CG0001 0413 Commercial General Liability Coverage Form
CG2011 1219 Additional Insured - Managers of Lessors of Premises CG2012 1219 Additional Insured - State or Governmental Agency or Subdivision or Political Subdivision - Permits or Authorizations CG2026 1219 Additional Insured - Designated Person or Organization CG2028 1219 Additional Insured - Lessor of leased equipment UABL121ACW 0117 Limited Stationary Aircraft Coverage
CG2109 0615 Exclusion - Unmanned Aircraft
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: July 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Sam Gonzalez, Police Chief
SUBJECT: ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 10.40 TO TITLE 10
OF THE LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING TRAILER PARKING ON
PUBLIC STREETS, PARKING LIMITATIONS, PERMIT EXEMPTIONS, AND ENFORCEMENT PROVISIONS.
SUMMARY
The proposed ordinance amends Chapter 10.40 to Title 10 of the La Verne Municipal Code to regulate trailer parking on public streets, parking limitations, permit exemptions, and enforcement provisions. The ordinance is intended to promote the safe and orderly use of public roadways, preserve neighborhood aesthetics, and support the overall quality of life within the community. The ordinance establishes clear provisions, including purpose and intent, definitions, a general prohibition, time limitations, a permit exemption process, and a nuisance declaration.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council Adopt an Ordinance titled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 10.40 TO TITLE 10 OF THE
LA VERNE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING TRAILER PARKING ON PUBLIC STREETS, PARKING LIMITATIONS, PERMIT EXEMPTIONS, AND ENFORCEMENT PROVISIONS.”
DISCUSSION
The proposed ordinance updates and clarifies Chapter 10.40 to Title 10 of the La Verne Municipal Code to improve the regulation of parking and standing of vehicles and trailers on public streets. In addition to modernizing trailer parking standards, the ordinance adds definitions in Section 10.40.010 to clearly distinguish trailer types, establishes permit-related terminology, and defines key operational terms such as active loading and unloading.
The ordinance also makes minor housekeeping and consistency updates throughout the chapter, including revisions to Section 10.40.040 regarding vehicles displayed for sale or repair, Section 10.40.080 to clarify parking restrictions during fire emergencies, and Section 10.40.090 to update restricted parking area terminology and references.
The most significant amendments are contained in Section 10.40.260, which expands the City’s existing regulations beyond uncoupled semi-trailers to include utility, commercial, recreational, boat, and personal utility trailers. The revised section establishes a general prohibition on the parking and storage of trailers on public streets, creates reasonable time limits based on trailer type and use, and provides a temporary permit process for legitimate short-term needs such as construction projects, moving activities, special events, and hardship situations.
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Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 10.40 to Title 10 of the La Verne Municipal Code Regarding Trailer Parking on Public Streets, Parking Limitations, Permit Exemptions, and Enforcement Provisions., Page 2
The ordinance also declares that trailers parked in violation of the section constitute a public nuisance, strengthening the City’s ability to enforce compliance. Overall, the proposed amendments provide clearer regulations, improve enforceability, and balance the operational needs of residents and businesses with the City’s responsibility to maintain public safety, reduce visual blight, and preserve the availability and functionality of public roadways.
This item was presented to the City Council for first reading on June 15, 2026. At that meeting, the City Council did not direct staff to make any modifications to the proposed ordinance. During public comment, several questions were raised regarding implementation and enforcement, providing an opportunity to clarify the intent of the proposed ordinance. Staff explained that enforcement of the proposed trailer parking regulations will continue to be conducted on a complaint basis, consistent with prior council direction, and that the ordinance does not alter those practices. Staff also clarified that vehicles with trailers attached, displaying a valid disabled person license plate or disabled person parking placard, are exempt from the City’s overnight parking restrictions, consistent with existing municipal code provisions, but remain subject to other time restrictions, etc. Council approved the First Reading with a motion by Johnson, second by Crosby, and a 4-0 vote, with Mayor Pro Tem Kashifalghita absent due to military duty.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
Adoption of this ordinance is not expected to have a significant fiscal impact on the City. Any minor costs associated with enforcement and public education can be absorbed within existing departmental budgets. Potential fine revenue is expected to be minimal and is not relied upon to offset enforcement costs.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The proposed action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) and Section 15061(b)(3), as it is clear that the ordinance will not result in a significant effect on the environment.
LEGAL REVIEW
This report and ordinance have been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Chapter10.40 Ordinance Amendments Clean
Report Prepared By: Coordinated with:
Jay Alvarado, Police Lieutenant Travis Tibbetts, Police Captain
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ORDINANCE NO. 26-XX
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 10.40 TO TITLE 10 OF THE LA VERNE
MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING TRAILER PARKING ON PUBLIC STREETS,
PARKING LIMITATIONS, PERMIT EXEMPTIONS,
AND ENFORCEMENT PROVISIONS.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of La Verne recognizes that from time to time, updates to municipal codes provide clearer guidance to residents, visitors, and enforcement officials in the case of violations of such codes; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that over the years prior codes failed to either meet desired outcomes or state law changes have provoked the need to amend current codes in order to remain compliant with state law; and
WHEREAS, the Police Department, in its review of Chapter 10.40 has determined a need to provide additional definitions and certain portions in order to update, clarify, and provide greater compliance through clearly established code language; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to make amendments to promote public safety and welfare;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Chapter 10.40 – Stopping, Standing, and Parking is hereby amended to read as follows:
§ 10.40.010. Definitions
“Actively Loading or Unloading” means the continuous process of placing property onto or removing property from a trailer, without any interruption exceeding thirty (30) minutes.
“Boat or Jet Ski Trailer” is any trailer specifically designed and used for transporting watercraft.
“Commercial Trailer” is any trailer registered to a business, displaying commercial signage, and/or used primarily in connection with a commercial enterprise.
"Parking" means and includes stopping, standing or parking on public streets; "off-street parking" means and includes stopping, standing or parking off of public streets. Parking is a traffic problem and the duties of the city traffic engineer are applicable to this chapter.
“Personal Utility Trailer” is any non-commercial trailer owned and/or operated by a person and used for personal household purposes, not displaying commercial signage, and
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not registered to a business entity.
“Recreational Vehicle Trailer” or “RV Trailer” is any trailer designed for recreational or habitation purposes, including travel trailers and camping trailers.
“Temporary Trailer Parking Permit” means a permit issued by the Chief of Police as set forth in this Chapter.
“Trailer” means a vehicle without motive power designed for carrying persons or property and for being drawn by a motor vehicle, as defined by the California Vehicle Code, including, but not limited to any type of trailer defined in this section.
“Utility Trailer” is any trailer designed primarily for the transport of goods, equipment, landscaping materials, tools, construction materials, or similar cargo, including open-bed and enclosed cargo trailers, whether used for personal or commercial purposes.
§ 10.40.020. Applicability.
The provisions of this chapter prohibiting the stopping, standing or parking of a vehicle shall apply at all times or at those times specified in this chapter, except when it is necessary to stop a vehicle to avoid conflict with other traffic or in compliance with the directions of a police officer or official traffic control device. The provisions of this chapter imposing a time limit on parking shall not relieve any person from the duty to observe other and more restrictive provisions of this chapter or of laws prohibiting or limiting the parking of vehicles in specified places or at specified times. (Prior code § 4311)
§ 10.40.025. Locations and restrictions.
Except as hereinafter provided, streets and highways subject to the stopping, standing or parking of vehicles shall be established by resolution of the city council. (Ord. 983 § 2, 2006)
§ 10.40.030. Parking in parkways prohibited.
No person shall stop, stand or park a vehicle within a parkway or on a sidewalk. (Prior code § 4312)
§ 10.40.040. Parking vehicle for repairs prohibited.
No person shall park a vehicle upon any street for the principal purpose of greasing, working on and/or repairing such vehicle except for repairs necessitated by an emergency. (Prior code § 4313)
§ 10.40.050. Parking prohibited where indicated by sign.
Upon resolution of the city council, the city traffic engineer is authorized to place signs or markings indicating no parking upon a street or alley. When official signs or markings
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prohibiting parking are erected upon streets or alleys as authorized in this section, no person shall park a vehicle in and on such place.
(Prior code § 4314; Ord. 983 § 1, 2006)
§ 10.40.060. Parking adjacent to schools.
The city traffic engineer is authorized to erect signs indicating no parking upon that side of any street adjacent to any school property when such parking would in his or her opinion interfere with traffic or create a hazardous situation. When official signs are erected indicating no parking upon that side of a street adjacent to any school property, no person shall park a vehicle in any such designated place. (Prior code § 4315)
§ 10.40.070. Emergency parking signs—Authority.
Whenever the city traffic engineer shall determine that an emergency traffic congestion is likely to result from the holding of public or private assemblages, gatherings or functions, or for other reasons, the city traffic engineer shall have the power and authority to order temporary signs to be erected or posted indicating that the operation, parking or standing of vehicles is prohibited on such streets and alleys as the city traffic engineer shall direct during the time such temporary signs are in place. Such signs shall remain in place only during the existence of such emergency and the city traffic engineer shall cause such signs to be removed promptly thereafter. When signs authorized by the provisions of this section are in place giving notice thereof, no person shall operate, park or stand any vehicle contrary to the directions and provisions of such signs. (Prior code § 4316)
§ 10.40.080. Parking during fire prohibited.
It is unlawful for any person, other than members of the police department, fire department, police officers, and/or firefighters to drive or park anywhere between the site of conflagration and the fire hydrant used or to be used in extinguishing the fire; no person other than members of the police department, fire department, police officers and/or firefighters shall park within two hundred feet of the site of conflagration.
§ 10.40.090. Restricted parking areas—Signs required .
The city traffic engineer shall appropriately sign or mark the following places and when so signed or marked no person shall stop, stand or park a vehicle in any of the places:
A. Safety Zone. At any place within twenty feet of a point on the curb immediately opposite the midblock end of a safety zone; B. Intersection in business district.. At any place within twenty-five feet of any intersection in any business district except that a bus may stop at a designated bus stop;
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C. Stop Signs, Traffic Signals, Etc. Within twenty-five feet of the approach to any traffic signal, boulevard stop sign or official electric flashing device; D. Unusual Traffic Hazard. At any place where the city traffic engineer determines that it is necessary in order to eliminate unusual traffic hazard. (Prior code §§ 4320—4320.04)
§ 10.40.100. Method of parking.
A. The city traffic engineer may install and maintain parking space markings to indicate parking spaces where authorized parking is permitted.
B. When such parking space markings are placed on highways, streets or city property, subject to other and more restrictive limitations, no vehicle shall be stopped, left standing or parked other than within a single space unless the size or shape of the vehicle makes compliance impossible.
C. Notwithstanding the above, in no event shall a person stand or park a vehicle in a street other than parallel with the edge of the roadway headed in the direction of traffic and with the right wheels of the vehicle within eighteen inches of the curbline or edge of the roadway, except on those streets or portions thereof which have been marked or signed by the city traffic engineer for angle parking, upon which street vehicles shall be parked at an angle to the curb indicated by such marks and signs.
(Prior code § 4321; Ord. 983 § 1, 2006)
§ 10.40.110. Angle parking—Permitted where.
It is determined that angle parking shall be permitted only on designated streets or portions of streets, and the city traffic engineer shall mark or sign such street indicating the angle at which the vehicles shall be parked.
(Prior code § 4322)
§ 10.40.120. Angle parking—On white line prohibited.
No person shall stand or park a vehicle in any street over or upon any painted line placed upon the surface of the roadway by the city traffic engineer indicating the angle at which parking is permitted.
(Prior code § 4323)
§ 10.40.130. Angle parking—Trucks prohibited.
It is unlawful for the driver of any vehicle exceeding twenty feet in overall length to cause, permit or allow such vehicle to angle park within the city at any time between nine a.m. and six p.m. of any day, except Sundays and holidays. All trailers, semi-trailers, poles, pipe dolleys, special mobile equipment and any load thereon shall be included in and considered as part of such vehicle.
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Prior code § 4325)
§ 10.40.140. Restricted parking hours.
A. The city traffic engineer shall be authorized to place and maintain signs or markings restricting or limiting the stopping or parking of vehicles in those locations where directed by resolution of the city council, or as otherwise authorized by this chapter.
B. When appropriate signs or markings are placed, no person shall park any vehicle for a period of time in excess of that permitted as indicated on the signs or markings. For time limits of less than one hour, green paint on the curb in the zones, with the time limit stenciled in white, may be used in lieu of signs. (Prior code § 4326; Ord. 765 § 1, 1988; Ord. 860 § 1, 1994; Ord. 933 § 1, 1999; Ord. 983 § 1, 2006)
§ 10.40.145. Inventory of parking restrictions.
The city traffic engineer shall index and maintain an inventory of all parking restrictions as authorized by the city council and shall furnish a copy thereof to the city clerk for retention by that office.
(Ord. 983 § 2, 2006)
§ 10.40.150. Business district—Alley parking prohibited.
It is unlawful for any person to park any vehicle in any alley in the business district (C-2), except temporarily for the purpose of loading or unloading of passengers, which shall not consume more than three minutes, or the loading or unloading of materials, which shall not consume more than thirty minutes. (Prior code § 4327)
§ 10.40.160. Peddlers and vendors—Unlawful parking.
No person shall stand or park any vehicle, wagon or pushcart from which goods, wares, merchandise, fruits, vegetables or foodstuffs are sold, displayed, solicited or offered for sale or bartered or exchanged, or any lunch wagon, ice cream vending vehicle or eating car or vehicle, on any portion of any street including parkways within the city. Nothing in this section is intended to prevent such vehicles, wagons or pushcarts from standing or parking at the request of a bona fide purchaser for a period of time not to exceed fifteen minutes at any one place.
Every change of location of such vendor shall be a minimum of fifty feet. Nothing in this section shall apply to persons delivering such article upon order of, or by agreement with a customer from a store or other fixed place of business or distribution. (Prior code § 4328)
§ 10.40.170. Peddlers and vendors—Permit issuance.
The city council may issue a permit to a person owning a lunch wagon, ice
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cream vending vehicle, eating cart or vehicle, or pushcart from which tamales, peanuts, popcorn, candy or other articles of food are sold or offered for sale, licensing them to park or stand such vehicle at a certain location and on such terms and conditions as are prescribed. Any violation of such permit shall result in immediate revocation of same. (Prior code § 4329)
§ 10.40.180. Off-street parking facility—Hours.
When authorized signs are in place giving notice thereof, no person shall stop, stand or park any vehicle for a period of time exceeding the time posted in any off- street parking facility owned, leased, or used under agreement by the city which is designated for public parking. (Prior code § 4330; Ord. 933 § 2, 1999; Ord. 983 § 1, 2006)
§ 10.40.190. Off-street parking facility—City-owned.
The city manager may, as he or she deems necessary, restrict the use or establish regulations for any off-street parking facility owned by the city to facilitate the conduct of city business. When authorized signs are in place giving notice thereof, no person shall violate or fail to obey any such regulations governing parking facility use. (Prior code § 4330.01; Ord. 933 § 3, 1999; Ord. 983 § 1, 2006)
§ 10.40.200. Private property.
It is unlawful for any person to park a vehicle in a private driveway or on private property without the direct or implied consent of the owner or person in lawful possession of such driveway or property. (Prior code § 4340)
§ 10.40.210. All-night parking prohibited—Exception.
A. No person shall stop, stand or park a vehicle on any street or alley within the city for a period of time longer than thirty minutes between the hours of two a.m. and five a.m. of any day.
B. The provisions of subsection A of this section shall not apply to emergency vehicles or to vehicles for which a temporary or annual all-night parking permit has been issued and is in effect.
C. The provisions of subsection A of this section shall not apply to parking on "C" street from Bonita Avenue to Third Street.
(Prior code §§ 4274, 4274.01; Ord. 729 § 1, 1986)
§ 10.40.220. All-night parking—Permit—Application.
Any person intending to stop, stand or park a vehicle on any street or alley within the city for a period of time longer than thirty minutes between the hours of two a.m. and five a.m. of any day may apply to the city manager for a permit so to do
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in accordance with administrative procedures established by the city manager in that regard. All administrative procedures and findings under this chapter shall be subject to review by the city council upon written request of any applicant who may be denied a parking permit as provided in this chapter.
(Prior code § 4274.02)
§ 10.40.230. All-night parking—Permit—Fee.
The fee for a parking permit provided for in Section 10.40.220 shall be established by resolution of the city council. (Prior code § 4274.03; Ord. 667 § 1, 1983)
§ 10.40.240. Use of streets for storage prohibited.
In the event a vehicle is parked or left standing upon a street or alley in excess of a consecutive period of seventy-two hours, any member of the police department authorized by the chief of police may remove the vehicle from the street in the manner and subject to the requirements of the Vehicle Code of the state. (Prior code § 4275)
§ 10.40.248. Establishment of an Old Town La Verne merchant parking permit.
The city manager shall, through Administrative Regulation No. 117, administer and distribute a merchant parking permit to qualified businesses and property owners located in Old Town La Verne. The permit exempts the holder from the time-restricted parking spaces located in municipal lots, excepting twenty-minute and ADA accessible spaces. (Ord. 997 § 1, 2007)
§ 10.40.250. Parking of commercial vehicles in residential districts prohibited.
No person shall park any commercial vehicle having a manufacturer's gross vehicle weight rating of ten thousand pounds or more in any residential zone for more than one hour, except as follows:
A. To pick up or deliver property, when time in addition to the one-hour period is necessary to complete such work; or
B. When such vehicle is parked in connection with, and in aid of, the performance of a service to or on a property in the block in which the vehicle is parked, and time in addition to such one-hour period is reasonably necessary to complete such service.
(Prior code § 4278)
§ 10.40.260. Parking of Trailers on Public Streets
The purpose of this section is to regulate the parking of trailers and semi-trailers on public streets to preserve neighborhood character and public safety, prevent long- term storage of trailers and semi-trailers in the public right-of-way, ensure that street parking remains available for actively used vehicles, and reduce visual blight
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and traffic safety hazards.
A. No person shall park or leave standing any trailer or semi-trailer, upon any public street within the City except as expressly permitted in this section. No trailer or semi-trailer shall be parked or left standing on any public street unless it is actively coupled to a motor vehicle in a manner consistent with manufacturer specifications and capable of lawful operation. The parking or standing of any uncoupled trailer or semi-trailer on a public street is prohibited.
B. No trailer or semi-trailer shall be parked on a public street for purposes of storage.
C. Personal Utility Trailers may be parked on a public street for a period not exceeding four (4) consecutive hours within any twenty-four (24) hour period, unless actively loading or unloading and shall not be parked on any public street for more than two (2) days within any seven (7) day period, unless a Temporary Trailer Parking Permit has been issued allowing for a longer duration.
D. Commercial Trailers shall not be parked on a public street except while actively loading or unloading. Active loading or unloading shall not exceed two (2) consecutive hours. Repositioning a trailer within the same block or within 1,000 feet shall not reset the time limitation.
E. Recreational Vehicle Trailers and Boat or Jet Ski Trailers may be parked on a public street for up to twenty-four (24) consecutive hours for purposes of preparation, loading, unloading, or cleaning. Such trailers shall not be parked on a public street for more than seventy-two (72) hours within any thirty (30) day period, unless a Temporary Trailer Parking Permit has been issued allowing for a longer duration.
F. The City may issue a Temporary Trailer Parking Permit for good cause shown, including for construction or remodeling projects, temporary moving or relocation, special events, or demonstrated hardship. Permits shall be valid for a period not exceeding seven (7) consecutive days, may be renewed once within a ninety (90) day period, and shall require payment of a fee established by City Council resolution. The Chief of Police or designee may impose reasonable conditions on such permit to protect public health and safety.
G. Any trailer or semi-trailer parked in violation of this section is declared a public nuisance and may be cited, removed, and/or impounded pursuant to applicable law.
H. This section shall not apply to government vehicles performing official duties, emergency repair vehicles during active service, refuse containers placed pursuant to a valid city permit, and vehicles disabled due to mechanical failure for a period not exceeding twenty-four (24) hours.
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(Prior code § 4279; Ord. 1022 § 1, 2011)
§ 10.40.270. Parking of trailers or semi-trailers prohibited—Residential zones.
It is declared to be a public nuisance for any trucks, semi-trailers, or other like vehicles, having an excess of four wheels or exceeding five thousand pounds of unladen weight, as defined in the Vehicle Code of the state, to be parked or housed on any PR planned residential zoned property, or any property designated in a specific plan, except that where such trucks, semi-trailers or other like vehicles are parked or housed within a fully enclosed garage, or solid fencing six feet in height.
Such exceptions shall be limited to one vehicle on any one lot. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to restrict temporary parking for a period of time not to exceed eight hours in any one day, of trucks, semi-trailers or other like vehicles for the purposes of loading or unloading.
(Prior code § 4317; Ord. 752 § 2, 1988)
§ 10.40.275. Posted parking zones established.
The city council may from time to time by resolution or ordinance establish parking time limits on various streets in the city. Notice of the passage of the resolution or ordinance shall be deemed effective when the street has been posted or painted, as the case may be, with the appropriate signage. After such signage has been posted or painted in accordance with the applicable resolution or ordinance, it is unlawful for any person to park a vehicle in the posted zone beyond the time limits. (Ord. 983 § 2, 2006)
§ 10.40.280. Loading zone—Authority to designate.
The city traffic engineer is authorized to determine and to mark loading zones in the manner designated in this chapter.
(Prior code § 4280)
§ 10.40.290. Loading zone—Curb markings and signs.
The city traffic engineer is authorized, subject to the limitations contained in this chapter, to place, and when required shall place, the following curb markings and/or appropriate signs to indicate loading and unloading regulations, and the curb markings and/or signs shall have the meaning as set forth in this chapter.
(Prior code § 4281)
§ 10.40.300. Bus zone—Appropriate signage.
The city traffic engineer is hereby authorized to establish bus zones for the loading and unloading of buses or common carriers of passengers and to determine the locations thereof, when such zones are found to be necessary and will not cause a safety hazard.
Whenever such a zone is established, the affected area will be marked with appropriate signage.
(Prior code § 4282; Ord. 1004 § 1, 2008)
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§ 10.40.310. Bus zone—Location.
Bus zones shall be established on the far side of an intersection unless the city traffic engineer designates zone elsewhere for safety reasons.
(Prior code § 4282.01)
§ 10.40.330. Bus zone—Parking prohibited.
No person shall stop, stand or park any vehicle except a bus in the bus zone, and a bus shall not stop, stand or park except in such bus zone.
(Prior code § 4282.03)
§ 10.40.340. No parking zone—Designated.
A zone marked in red shall mean no stopping, standing or parking at any time, except as permitted by the Vehicle Code.
(Prior code § 4283)
§ 10.40.350. Loading zone—Designated.
Loading zones shall be indicated by a yellow paint line stenciled with black letters, "Loading Only," upon the top of all curbs with such zones. (Prior code § 4284)
§ 10.40.360. Loading zone—Regulations.
A yellow zone shall mean no stopping, standing or parking between the hours designated by the appropriate sign, and determined by the city traffic engineer, for any purpose other than loading or unloading of passengers or materials, provided that the loading or unloading of passengers shall not consume more than three minutes or the loading or unloading of materials more than thirty minutes. Such stopping, standing or parking shall be permitted on Sundays and holidays. (Prior code § 4284.01)
§ 10.40.370. Loading zones—Commercial vehicles only.
Permission granted under this chapter to stop or stand a vehicle for purposes of loading or unloading of materials shall apply only to commercial vehicles and shall not extend beyond the time necessary therefor and also the delivery or pickup of express and parcel post packages and United States mail. (Prior code § 4284.02)
§ 10.40.380. Loading zone—Prohibited use.
No person shall stop, stand or park a vehicle in any yellow loading zone for any purposes other than the loading or unloading of passengers or material for such time as is permitted and specified in this chapter.
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(Prior code § 4284.03)
§ 10.40.390. Passenger zone—Designated.
Passenger loading zones shall be indicated by a white line stenciled with black letters, "Passenger Loading Only," upon the top of all curbs in the zones. (Prior code § 4285)
§ 10.40.400. Passenger zone—Regulations.
A white zone shall mean no stopping, standing or parking for any purpose other than loading or unloading of passengers which shall not exceed three minutes and such restrictions shall apply between the hours designated by the appropriate signs and determined by the city traffic engineer. Such stopping, standing or parking shall be permitted on Sundays and holidays.
(Prior code § 4285.01)
10.40.410. Passenger zone—Application.
When such white zone is in front of a hotel, the restrictions shall apply at all times. When such zone is in front of a theater, church, college or school the restrictions shall apply at all times except when such facilities are closed. Taxicab loading zones, when authorized by the city council shall be white.
(Prior code § 4285.02)
§ 10.40.420. Time limit zone—Designated.
Green shall designate the time limit zone which means there shall be no standing or parking for longer than twenty minutes between the hours designated by appropriate signs and determined by the city traffic engineer. Additional time limit restrictions of one hour, ninety minutes, two hours, or other such time limit as determined by the city traffic engineer shall be designated by the appropriate posted sign. (Prior code § 4286; Ord. 983 § 1, 2006)
§ 10.40.430. Physically handicapped zone—Designated.
Blue shall designate parking space limited exclusively for the vehicles of physically handicapped persons.
(Prior code § 4287)
§ 10.40.440. Authorized vehicle zone—Designated.
Only a vehicle which displays a distinguishing license plate issued to a disabled person or a disabled veteran pursuant to Sections9105 or 22511.5 of the California Vehicle Code, or a placard issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles identifying the vehicle as being used to transport disabled persons, are authorized to park in blue- marked spaces.
(Prior code § 4287.01)
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§ 10.40.445. On-street handicap parking.
The city traffic engineer may, without city council direction, designate curb parking spaces for exclusive use of vehicles displaying a distinguishing license plate or placard issued for disabled persons by the Department of Motor Vehicles. (Ord. 983 § 2, 2006)
§ 10.40.448. Parking in alleys.
No person shall park a vehicle within an alley in such a manner or under such conditions as to leave available less than ten feet of the width of the roadway for the free movement of vehicular traffic and no person shall stop, stand or park a vehicle within an alley in such position as to block the driveway entrance to any abutting property. (Ord. 983 § 2, 2006)
§ 10.40.450. Compliance with curb markings required.
When the city traffic engineer, as authorized under this chapter, has caused curb markings to be placed, no person shall stop, stand or park a vehicle adjacent to any such legible curb marking in violation of any of the provisions of this chapter. (Prior code § 4288)
§ 10.40.460. Permit for loading at angle to curb.
The city traffic engineer is authorized to issue special permits to permit the backing of a vehicle to the curb for the purpose of loading or unloading merchandise or materials subject to the terms and conditions of such permit. Such permits may be issued either to the owner or lessee of real property or to the owner of the vehicle and shall grant to such person as authorized therein, and it shall be unlawful for any permittee or other person to violate any of the special terms or conditions of any such permit.
(Prior code § 4289)
§ 10.40.470. Private or off-street parking facilities—Enforcement.
A. All privately owned and maintained off-street parking facilities located within the city which are generally held open for the use of the public for purposes of vehicular parking, unless otherwise exempted in this chapter, are subject to the provisions of Sections 22350, 22507.8,23103 and 23109 of the California Vehicle Code and the police department of the city is authorized to enforce such code provisions on the parking facilities.
B. Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection A, this section shall not apply to any such off-street parking facility as is described in subsection A unless the owner or operator of such off-street parking facility has caused to be posted in a conspicuous place at each entrance to such off-street parking facility a notice of not less than seventeen by twenty-two inches in size with
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lettering not less than one inch in height, to the effect that such off-street parking facility is subject to public traffic regulations and control.
C. Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection A, this section shall not apply to any such off-street parking facility as described in subsection A, unless and until the city shall hold a public hearing on the application of this section to such off-street parking facility and the owner or operator of the off-street parking facility has received at least ten days' prior written notice of the public hearing.
(Prior code § 4292.02)
§ 10.40.480. Front yard parking prohibited.
No person shall park any motor vehicle, vehicle, camper, trailer, or vessel as defined in the California Vehicle Code, for any purpose, without prior written approval by the community development director or designee (as authorized in Section 10.40.490), in any:
A. Front yard on any lot except on a driveway as defined in Section 18.08.015; or
B. Side yard on the street side of a corner lot except on an approved paved parking area behind a six-foot fence or driveway as defined in Section 18.08.015.
Violators of this section shall be punished in accordance with the city parking penalty schedule.
(Ord. 931 § 2, 1999; Ord. 1010 § 1, 2009)
§ 10.40.490. Driveway requirement exceptions.
The community development director shall make at least one of the following findings when granting an exception to the requirement of a permanent driveway as defined in Section 18.08.015:
A. The subject property is located within a historic neighborhood that traditionally lacked permanent driveways, as defined in Section 18.08.015; B. The subject property is a historic property with characteristics such as architecture or setting, where a traditional driveway would not be consistent with the property; or
C. The subject property is awkwardly shaped or configured where a traditional driveway is not feasible, or where the only area for vehicle parking violates Section
10.40.480.
(Ord. 1010 § 2, 2009)
Section 2. Severability. The City Council declares that should any provision, section, paragraph, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance be rendered, declared invalid, or unconstitutional, by any final court or competent jurisdiction or by
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reason of any preemptive legislation, the remaining provisions, sections, paragraphs, sentences, words, of this Ordinance shall remain in full force and effect. 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 constitutional.
Section 3. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect on the 31st day after passage.
Section 4. Signature and Processing. The Mayor shall sign, and the Deputy City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance, cause it to be published as required by law, and it shall thereafter take effect as provided by law.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this _____ day of ______, 2026, by the City Council of the City of La Verne, State of California.
__________________________
Mayor Tim Hepburn
Attest:
_____________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance 26-XX was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of La Verne at a meeting thereof held on the ____ day of ______, 2026, by the following vote.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
___________________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: July 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Sam Gonzalez, Police Chief
SUBJECT: FISCAL YEAR 2027 OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY GRANT AWARD.
SUMMARY
The La Verne Police Department was awarded $66,500 in grant funding through the 2027 Office of Traffic Safety Selective Traffic Enforcement grant program. The grant requires City Council authorizing the acceptance of grant funding.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council adopt a resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL,
CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING FUNDS AND AGREEING TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE 2027 OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT GRANT PROGRAM."
DISCUSSION
The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) administers federal highway safety funding to support local programs designed to reduce traffic-related deaths and injuries. Through its Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP), OTS funds evidence-based enforcement, education, public awareness, and community engagement activities addressing impaired driving, speeding, distracted driving, and other primary causes of traffic collisions.
The La Verne Police Department has been awarded $66,500 to implement traffic safety activities within the City. The grant will support two DUI/driver’s license checkpoints; five DUI saturation patrols; five traffic enforcement operations targeting primary crash factors, such as unsafe speed; five distracted driving enforcement operations; and targeted motorcycle, pedestrian, and bicycle safety enforcement. The Department will also participate in regional collaborative enforcement operations, conduct traffic safety educational presentations, participate in community engagement activities, maintain a program identifying repeat DUI offenders, and support statewide traffic safety awareness campaigns.
The grant performance period is October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
An appropriation of $65,000 was included with the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Adopted Budget, the difference of $1,500, along with corresponding revenue, will need to be added to the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Adopted Budget within the Miscellaneous Grants Fund (Fund 299). There will be no impact to the General Fund.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
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Fiscal Year 2027 Office of Traffic Safety Grant Award., Page 2
Not applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this agenda report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution Grant Agreement Appropriations
2. Grant Agreement
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RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA,
ACCEPTING FUNDS AND AGREEING TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE 2027 OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT GRANT PROGRAM.
WHEREAS, the Office of Traffic Safety provides grant funds on a reimbursement basis for the purpose of preventing serious injuries and fatalities resulting from motor vehicle crashes; and
WHEREAS, the La Verne Police Department received grant funding in the amount of $66,500 to conduct DUI checkpoints and saturation patrols and conduct outreach in the community; and
WHEREAS, there is a need for an additional appropriation in the amount of $66,500 from the Miscellaneous Grants Fund to fully fund this program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Verne as follows:
Section 1. The City Council agrees to accept the 2027 Office of Traffic Safety grant award, abide by its terms and conditions, and authorizes the City Manager or designee to execute all necessary agreements and documents to accept and expend the grant funds.
Section 2. That the City Council amends the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Adopted Budget in the amount of $1,500 and appropriates the expenditures within the Miscellaneous Grants Fund (Fund 299) to fund the program.
Section 3. The Mayor shall sign and the Deputy City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and thereupon the same shall take effect and be in force.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 20th day of July, 2026.
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Mayor Tim Hepburn
ATTEST:
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Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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Resolution No. 26-XX 2
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing [Resolution No. 26-XX] was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of La Verne at a meeting thereof held on the 20th day of July, 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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State of California – Office of Traffic Safety
GRANT AGREEMENT
GRANT NUMBER
PT27080
1. GRANT TITLE
Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP)
2. NAME OF AGENCY 3. Grant Period
La Verne From:
To:
10/01/2026
09/30/2027 4. AGENCY UNIT TO ADMINISTER GRANT
La Verne Police Department
5. GRANT DESCRIPTION
Best practice strategies will be conducted to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in crashes involving alcohol and other primary crash factors. The funded strategies may include impaired driving enforcement, enforcement operations focusing on primary crash factors, distracted driving, night-time seat belt enforcement, special enforcement operations encouraging motorcycle safety, enforcement and public awareness in areas with a high number of bicycle and pedestrian crashes, and educational programs. These strategies are designed to earn media attention thus enhancing the overall deterrent effect. In addition, the department will participate in community collaboration and engagement activities to engage in conversations regarding traffic safety with community members.
6. Federal Funds Allocated Under This Agreement Shall Not Exceed:
Allocation is contingent upon availability of federal funds. $66,500.00
7. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: The parties agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the following which are by this reference made a part of the Agreement:
• Schedule A – Problem Statement, Goals and Objectives and Method of Procedure • Schedule B – Detailed Budget Estimate and Sub-Budget Estimate (if applicable) • Schedule B-1 – Budget Narrative and Sub-Budget Narrative (if applicable) • Exhibit A – Certifications and Assurances
• Exhibit B* – OTS Grant Program Manual
• Exhibit C – Grant Electronic Management System (GEMS) Access
*The item shown with an asterisk (*), is hereby incorporated by reference and made a part of this agreement as if attached hereto. This document can be viewed at the OTS home web page under Grants: www.ots.ca.gov.
Use of OTS Grant Agreement template in lieu of the California Model Agreement (CMA) The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) utilizes its standardized OTS Grant Agreement template for awards. The format, structure, and uniformity of the OTS Grant Agreement template allows for processing through Grant Electronic Management System (GEMS). OTS’s approach to using the OTS Grant Agreement template is consistent with the California Model Agreement (CMA) developed by University of California Office of the President (UCOP) and directed by the Department of General Service (DGS). For more information, please review the OTS Grant Program Manual.
Pre-Agreement Work
No work shall commence and no costs shall be incurred prior to the grant start date or the grant agreement being fully signed and executed. Any such costs are incurred at the grantee’s own risk and may not be reimbursed.
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8. Approval Signatures
We, the officials named below, hereby swear under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that we are duly authorized to legally bind the Grant recipient to the grant terms and conditions described herein.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Agreement has been executed by the parties hereto.
A. GRANT DIRECTOR B. AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL
NAME:
TITLE:
EMAIL:
PHONE:
ADDRESS:
Sam Gonzalez
Chief of Police
(909) 596-1913
2061 Third St.
La Verne, CA 91750
NAME:
TITLE:
EMAIL:
PHONE:
ADDRESS:
Travis Tibbetts
Police Captain
(909) 927-4592
3660 D Street
La Verne, CA 91750
(Signature) (Date) (Signature) (Date)
C. FISCAL OFFICIAL
D. AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL OF OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY
NAME:
TITLE:
EMAIL:
PHONE:
ADDRESS:
Christy Lopez
Finance Director
(909) 596-8716
3660 D Street
La Verne, CA 91750
NAME:
TITLE:
EMAIL:
PHONE:
ADDRESS:
Stephanie Dougherty
Director
(916) 509-3030
2208 Kausen Drive, Suite 300
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(Signature) (Date) (Signature) (Date)
E. ACCOUNTING OFFICER OF OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY 9. SAM INFORMATION NAME: Mary Khang
SAM #:
REGISTERED
ADDRESS:
CITY:
ZIP+4:
ES5SZUG8ZHL8
3660 D Street
La Verne, CA 91750
La Verne
91750-3512
ADDRESS: 2208 Kausen Drive Suite 300
Sacramento, CA 95758
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10. PROJECTED EXPENDITURES
FUND CFDA ITEM/APPROPRIATION F.Y. CHAPTER STATUTE PROJECTED
EXPENDITURES
AGREEMENT
TOTAL $66,500.00
AMOUNT ENCUMBERED BY THIS DOCUMENT
I CERTIFY upon my own personal knowledge that the budgeted funds for the current budget year are available for the period and purpose of the expenditure stated above, notwithstanding allocations contingent on availability of federal funds.
$66,500.00
PRIOR AMOUNT ENCUMBERED FOR THIS
AGREEMENT
$ 0.00
OTS ACCOUNTING OFFICER’S SIGNATURE DATE SIGNED TOTAL AMOUNT ENCUMBERED TO DATE $66,500.00
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State of California – Office of Traffic Safety
GRANT AGREEMENT
Schedule A
GRANT NUMBER
PT27080
1. PROBLEM STATEMENT
Describe the city, county, or jurisdiction this grant will impact.
The City of La Verne is located in the eastern portion of Los Angeles County in the foothills of the San Gabriel–Pomona Valley. Incorporated as a general law city in 1906, La Verne encompasses approximately
9.2 square miles and is primarily a residential community known for its close-knit character and strong sense of community. The La Verne Police Department serves an estimated population of approximately 33,000 residents, as well as a significant transient population that includes an average annual influx of approximately 4,500 college students attending the University of La Verne, commuters, and visitors traveling through the City.
La Verne’s population is diverse and includes a substantial number of senior residents, supported by multiple mobile home parks and large retirement communities, as well as families with school-age children and young adults resulting from residential growth over the past two decades. The City also includes commercial and industrial areas, educational institutions, and regional amenities that contribute to increased daily traffic volumes and roadway activity.
The La Verne Police Department provides comprehensive law enforcement and traffic safety services citywide and responds to all reported traffic collisions within its jurisdiction, including non-injury, injury, hit- and-run, and fatal collisions. In addition to serving the City of La Verne, the Police Department regularly assists neighboring jurisdictions when requested, extending the impact of its traffic safety operations beyond city boundaries and supporting regional roadway safety efforts. As such, the proposed grant activities will directly impact drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and other roadway users traveling within and through the City of La Verne, while also contributing to broader regional traffic safety goals.
Describe the problem(s) to be addressed, supported by current and relevant crash data. (most recent calendar year data/stats).
The primary problem to be addressed by the proposed project—implementing Driving Under the Influence (DUI) checkpoints and targeted saturation patrols—is the persistent threat posed by unsafe driving behaviors, including impaired driving, unsafe speeding, and nighttime driving. Locally and statewide, these behaviors remain leading contributors to traffic crashes that result in serious injuries, fatalities, and property damage. These incidents, even when limited in number, have an outsized impact on community safety and underscore the urgent need for proactive, high-visibility enforcement strategies to deter dangerous driving and improve roadway safety in the City of La Verne.
Recent local traffic collision data demonstrate that traffic crashes and injuries are increasing within the City.
From 2023 through 2025, injury crashes increased from 83 to 95, while the number of injury victims rose to 120 in 2025, indicating a sustained upward trend in traffic-related harm. Fatal crashes have occurred in each of the past three years, reinforcing the seriousness of the problem and the continued risk to motorists, pedestrians, and other roadway users.
Unsafe speeding has been identified as the most significant contributing factor to injury crashes in La Verne.
Between 2023 and 2025, unsafe speeding accounted for 74 injury crashes and 113 injured victims, making it the leading primary crash factor during this period. Speed-related violations increase both the likelihood and severity of collisions and pose a heightened risk in areas with pedestrian activity and mixed land uses.
These findings highlight the need for targeted saturation patrols to address speeding and other unsafe driving behaviors through visible enforcement.
Impaired driving and nighttime driving further compound traffic safety risks. Local data show that alcohol- involved crashes resulted in injury victims each year, and nighttime crashes occurring between 9:00 p.m. and 2:59 a.m. consistently produced injury crashes and, in some years, fatalities. These time periods are commonly associated with impaired and distracted driving and align directly with the use of DUI checkpoints and saturation patrols as effective, evidence-based countermeasures.
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Crashes involving pedestrians are of particular concern. According to 2023 Office of Traffic Safety data, the City of La Verne ranked 9th out of 93 cities in Los Angeles County Group D for pedestrian victims aged 65 and older who were killed or injured. This ranking places La Verne among the highest-impact jurisdictions in its peer group for senior pedestrian injuries and fatalities and underscores the vulnerability of older adults to impaired and unsafe driving behaviors.
Traffic crashes—particularly those involving impaired driving, speeding, nighttime conditions, and vulnerable roadway users—also carry a significant economic burden. Emergency medical response, law enforcement resources, healthcare costs, property damage, and lost productivity place ongoing strain on City resources and the broader community. Continued increases in injury crashes further amplify these impacts.
Through the proposed grant-funded enforcement activities, the La Verne Police Department seeks to deter impaired and unsafe driving, reduce traffic-related injuries and fatalities, and improve roadway safety for all users. DUI checkpoints, saturation patrols, and high-visibility enforcement supported by essential traffic safety equipment are proven strategies to address these documented problems and mitigate their impacts on the La Verne community.
Define the target population the grant intends to serve and how they are affected by the problem(s).
The target population for this grant includes all individuals who travel within and through the City of La Verne, including residents, commuters, students, visitors, motorists, passengers, pedestrians, and other roadway users. Traffic safety concerns such as impaired driving, distracted driving, and speeding affect the entire community by increasing the risk of traffic collisions that result in injuries, fatalities, and property damage. These unsafe driving behaviors diminish the overall safety of La Verne’s roadways and negatively impact residents’ quality of life.
Several at-risk populations within the City of La Verne are disproportionately affected by these traffic safety issues. Vulnerable roadway users, particularly pedestrians, face an elevated risk of serious injury or death when involved in collisions with impaired or inattentive drivers. Older adults, including residents of the City’s retirement communities and mobile home parks, may be more susceptible to severe injury outcomes due to age-related factors. Additionally, the presence of a large student population and young adult drivers contributes to increased roadway activity and exposure to distracted driving risks, particularly during peak travel hours and nighttime periods.
Impaired driving poses a heightened threat to all roadway users but has especially severe consequences for at-risk populations. Alcohol- and drug-impaired drivers are more likely to be involved in high-severity crashes, increasing the likelihood of serious injury or fatal outcomes for pedestrians, cyclists, older adults, and other motorists. These crashes also place significant strain on emergency response services and healthcare systems, further affecting the broader community.
This traffic safety grant is intended to serve the target population by supporting enforcement and deterrence efforts aimed at reducing impaired driving, distracted driving, and other high-risk behaviors. By focusing on evidence-based traffic safety strategies, the proposed grant activities will help improve driver compliance with traffic laws, reduce the incidence of high-severity crashes, and enhance safety for vulnerable and at-risk populations. The grant will also support equitable enforcement practices designed to protect all roadway users while maintaining fairness, professionalism, and community trust.
2. PERFORMANCE MEASURES
A. Goals:
1. Reduce the number of persons killed in traffic crashes.
2. Reduce the number of persons injured in traffic crashes.
3. Reduce the number of pedestrians killed in traffic crashes.
4. Reduce the number of pedestrians injured in traffic crashes.
5. Reduce the number of bicyclists killed in traffic crashes.
6. Reduce the number of bicyclists injured in traffic crashes.
7. Reduce the number of persons killed in alcohol-involved crashes.
8. Reduce the number of persons injured in alcohol-involved crashes.
9. Reduce the number of persons killed in drug-involved crashes.
10. Reduce the number of persons injured in drug-involved crashes.
11. Reduce the number of persons killed in alcohol/drug combo-involved crashes.
12. Reduce the number of persons injured in alcohol/drug combo-involved crashes.
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13. Reduce the number of motorcyclists killed in traffic crashes.
14. Reduce the number of motorcyclists injured in traffic crashes.
15. Reduce hit & run fatal crashes.
16. Reduce hit & run injury crashes.
17. Reduce nighttime (2100 - 0259 hours) fatal crashes.
18. Reduce nighttime (2100 - 0259 hours) injury crashes.
B. Objectives: Target Number
1. Issue a news release announcing the kick-off of the grant by December 31st. The kick-off news releases and media advisories, alerts, and materials must be emailed to the OTS Public Information Officer at [email protected], and copied to your OTS Coordinator, for approval 7 days prior to the issuance date of the release.
1 2. Participate and report data (as required) in the following campaigns; Quarter 1:
National Pedestrian Safety Month, National Walk to School Day, National Teen Driver Safety Week, NHTSA Winter Mobilization; Quarter 3: National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, National Motorcycle Safety Month, National Bicycle Safety Month, National Click it or Ticket Mobilization; Quarter 4: National Speed Prevention Campaigns, NHTSA Summer Mobilization, National Child Passenger Safety Week, and California's Pedestrian Safety Month.
12 3. Develop (by December 31) and/or maintain a “DUI BOLO” program to notify patrol and traffic officers to be on the lookout for identified repeat DUI offenders with a suspended or revoked license as a result of DUI convictions. Updated DUI BOLOs should be distributed to patrol and traffic officers monthly. Report on the outcomes of the “DUI BOLO” program.
12 4. Conduct DUI/DL Checkpoints. A minimum of 1 checkpoint should be conducted during the NHTSA Winter Mobilization and 1 during the Summer Mobilization. To enhance the overall deterrent effect and promote high visibility, it is recommended the grantee issue an advance press release and conduct social media activity for each checkpoint. For combination DUI/DL checkpoints, departments should issue press releases that mention DL's will be checked at the DUI/DL checkpoint. Signs for DUI/DL checkpoints should read "DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint Ahead." OTS does not fund or support independent DL checkpoints. Only on an exception basis and with OTS pre-approval will OTS fund checkpoints that begin prior to 1800 hours. When possible, DUI/DL Checkpoint screeners should be DRE- or ARIDE-trained.
2 5. Conduct DUI Saturation Patrol operation(s). 5
6. Conduct Traffic Enforcement operation(s), including but not limited to, primary crash factor violations.
5 7. Conduct highly publicized Distracted Driving enforcement operation(s) targeting drivers using hand held cell phones and texting.
5 8. Conduct highly publicized pedestrian and/or bicycle enforcement operation(s) in areas or during events with a high number of pedestrian and/or bicycle crashes resulting from violations made by pedestrians, bicyclists, and drivers. 1 9. Conduct Traffic Safety educational presentation(s) with an effort to reach community members. Note: Presentation(s) may include topics such as distracted driving, DUI, speed, bicycle and pedestrian safety, seat belts and child passenger safety.
2 10. Participate in highly visible collaborative DUI Enforcement operations. 1
11. Participate in highly visible collaborative Traffic Enforcement operations. 1
12. Participate in community collaboration and engagement activities to engage in conversations regarding traffic safety to both share information and receive input from the community members.
4 13. 1
3. METHOD OF PROCEDURE
A. Phase 1 – Program Preparation (1st Quarter of Grant Year) • The department will develop operational plans to implement the “best practice” strategies outlined in the objectives section.
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• Conduct all training needed to implement the program, in the first quarter. • Purchase all grant related supplies and materials to implement the program, in the first quarter. • Items with a unit cost of $5,000 more (including tax and shipping) must comply with the Buy America Act.
• In order to develop/maintain the “DUI BOLOs,” research will be conducted to identify repeat DUI offenders with a suspended or revoked license as a result of DUI convictions. The DUI BOLO may include the driver’s name, last known address, DOB, description, current license status, and the number of times suspended or revoked for DUI. DUI BOLOs should be updated and distributed to traffic and patrol officers at least monthly. • Implementation of the STEP grant activities will be accomplished by deploying personnel at high crash locations.
Media Requirements
Issue a news release approved by the OTS PIO announcing the kick-off of the grant by December 31 and after the grant is signed and executed, but no sooner than October 1, the start of the grant year. The kick-off release must be approved by the OTS PIO. If you are unable to meet the December 31 deadline to issue a kick-off press release, communicate the reasons to your OTS grant coordinator and OTS PIO.
B. Phase 2 – Program Operations (Throughout Grant Year) Media Requirements
The following requirements are for all grant-related activities:
• Send all media advisories, alerts, videos, graphics, artwork, posters, radio/PSA/video scripts, storyboards, digital and/or print educational materials for grant-related activities to the OTS PIO at [email protected] for approval and copy your OTS grant coordinator. Optimum lead time would be 7 days before the scheduled release but at least 3 business days prior to the scheduled release date for review and approval is appreciated.
• Send all PowerPoint presentations, online presentations and trainings for grant-related activities to the OTS PIO at [email protected] for approval and copy your OTS grant coordinator. Certified training courses are EXEMPT from the approval process.
• The OTS PIO is responsible for the approval of the design and content of materials. The agency understands OTS PIO approval is not authorizing approval of budget expenditure or cost. Any cost approvals must come from the OTS grant coordinator. • Pre-approval is not required when using any OTS-supplied template for media advisories, news releases, social media graphics, videos or posts, or any other OTS-supplied educational material.
However, copy the OTS PIO at [email protected] and your OTS grant coordinator when any material is distributed to the media and public, such as a news release, educational material, or link to social media post.
• If an OTS-supplied template, educational material, social media graphic, post or video is substantially changed, the changes shall be sent to the OTS PIO at [email protected] for approval and copy your OTS grant coordinator.
• News releases, social media posts and alerts on platforms such as NextDoor and Nixle reporting immediate and time-sensitive grant activities (e.g. enforcement operations, day of event highlights or announcements, event invites) are EXEMPT from the OTS PIO approval process.
The OTS PIO and your OTS grant coordinator should still be notified when the grant-related activity is happening (e.g. car seat checks, bicycle rodeos, community presentations, DUI checkpoints, etc.).
• Enforcement activities such as warrant and probation sweeps, court stings, etc. that are embargoed or could impact operations by publicizing in advance are EXEMPT from the PIO approval process. However, announcements and results of activities should still be copied to the OTS PIO at [email protected] and your OTS grant coordinator with the embargoed date and time or with “INTERNAL ONLY: DO NOT RELEASE” message in subject line of email. • Any earned or paid media campaigns for TV, radio, digital or social media that are part of a specific grant objective, using OTS grant funds, or designed and developed using contractual services by a subgrantee, requires prior approval.
• Social media posts highlighting state or national traffic safety campaigns (Distracted Driving Month, Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, etc.), enforcement operations (DUI checkpoints,
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etc.), or any other grant-related activity such as Bicycle rodeos, presentations, or events, are highly encouraged but do not require prior approval.
• Submit a draft or rough-cut of all digital, printed, recorded or video material (brochures, posters, scripts, artwork, trailer graphics, digital graphics, social posts connected to an earned or paid media campaign grant objective) to the OTS PIO at [email protected] and copy your OTS grant coordinator for approval prior to the production or duplication. • Use the following standard language in all press, media, and printed materials, space permitting:
Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. • Space permitting, include the OTS logo on all grant-funded print materials, graphics and paid or earned social media campaign grant objective; consult the OTS PIO and copy your OTS grant coordinator for specifics, format-appropriate logos, or if space does not permit the use of the OTS logo.
• Email the OTS PIO at [email protected] and copy your OTS grant coordinator at least 21 days in advance, or when first confirmed, a short description of any significant grant-related traffic safety event or program, particularly events that are highly publicized beforehand with anticipated media coverage so the OTS has sufficient notice to arrange for attendance and/or participation in the event. If unable to attend, email the OTS PIO at [email protected] and your OTS grant coordinator brief highlights and/or results, including any media coverage (broadcast, digital, print) of the event within 7 days following significant grant-related event or program. The OTS PIO and your OTS grant coordinator should still be notified in advance when the grant-related activity is happening (e.g. car seat checks, bicycle rodeos, community presentations, DUI checkpoints, etc.).
• Any news releases, work plans, scripts, storyboards, artwork, graphics, videos or any educational or informational materials that received OTS PIO approval in a prior grant year must be resubmitted for approval in the current grant year.
• For additional guidance, refer to the OTS Grants Materials Approval Process Guidelines and FAQs .
• Email the OTS PIO at [email protected] or your OTS grant coordinator for consultation when changes from any of the above requirements might be warranted.
C. Phase 3 – Data Collection & Reporting (Throughout Grant Year)
1. Prepare and submit grant claim invoices (due January 30, April 30, July 30, and October 30)
2. Prepare and submit Quarterly Performance Reports (QPR) (due January 30, April 30, July 30, and October 30)
• Collect and report quarterly, appropriate data that supports the progress of goals and objectives. • Provide a brief list of activity conducted, procurement of grant-funded items, and significant media activities. Include status of grant-funded personnel, status of contracts, challenges, or special accomplishments.
• Provide a brief summary of quarterly accomplishments and explanations for objectives not completed or plans for upcoming activities.
• Collect, analyze and report statistical data relating to the grant goals and objectives.
4. METHOD OF EVALUATION
Using the data compiled during the grant, the Grant Director will complete the “Final Evaluation” section in the fourth/final Quarterly Performance Report (QPR). The Final Evaluation should provide a brief summary of the grant’s accomplishments, challenges and significant activities. This narrative should also include whether goals and objectives were met, exceeded, or an explanation of why objectives were not completed.
5. ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
This program has full administrative support, and every effort will be made to continue the grant activities after grant conclusion.
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State of California – Office of Traffic Safety
GRANT AGREEMENT
Schedule B
GRANT NUMBER
PT27080
FUND NUMBER CATALOG
NUMBER (CFDA)
FUND DESCRIPTION TOTAL AMOUNT
164ID-27 20.608 Minimum Penalties for Repeat
Offenders for Driving While
Intoxicated
$35,000.00
402PT-27 20.600 State and Community Highway
Safety
$19,500.00
405e DDA-27 20.616 Distracted Driving Awareness $10,000.00 1906-27 20.611 Racial Profiling Prohibition Grants $2,000.00
COST CATEGORY FUND
NUMBER
UNIT COST OR
RATE
UNITS TOTAL COST TO
GRANT
A. PERSONNEL COSTS
Straight Time
Collaborative DUI Enforcement 164ID-27 $1,800.00 1 $1,800.00 Traffic Enforcement 402PT-27 $1,800.00 5 $9,000.00
Collaborative Traffic Enforcement 402PT-27 $1,800.00 1 $1,800.00 Traffic Safety Educational Presentations 402PT-27 $650.00 2 $1,300.00 Distracted Driving Enforcement 405e DDA-
27 $2,000.00 5 $10,000.00
Overtime
DUI/DL Checkpoints 164ID-27 $10,600.00 2 $21,200.00
DUI Saturation Patrols 164ID-27 $1,800.00 5 $9,000.00
Motorcycle Safety Enforcement 402PT-27 $1,800.00 1 $1,800.00 Pedestrian and Bicycle Enforcement 402PT-27 $1,800.00 1 $1,800.00 Community Collaboration Engagement 1906-27 $500.00 4 $2,000.00 Category Sub-Total $59,700.00
B. TRAVEL EXPENSES
In State Travel 402PT-27 $2,300.00 1 $2,300.00
$0.00
Category Sub-Total $2,300.00
C. CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
$0.00
Category Sub-Total $0.00
D. EQUIPMENT
$0.00
Category Sub-Total $0.00
E. OTHER DIRECT COSTS
DUI Checkpoint Supplies 164ID-27 $3,000.00 1 $3,000.00
Lidar Device 402PT-27 $1,500.00 1 $1,500.00
Category Sub-Total $4,500.00
F. INDIRECT COSTS
$0.00
Category Sub-Total $0.00
GRANT TOTAL $66,500.00
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State of California – Office of Traffic Safety
GRANT AGREEMENT
Schedule B-1
GRANT NUMBER
PT27080
BUDGET NARRATIVE
PERSONNEL COSTS
DUI/DL Checkpoints - Overtime for grant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel. Time needed for a Police Lieutenant to conduct 4 checkpoints, with 12 hours allocated per checkpoint. The checkpoint is conducted at the overtime rate.
DUI Saturation Patrols - Overtime for grant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel. Time needed for 10 Police Officers to conduct 4 checkpoints, with 10 hours allocated per checkpoint. The checkpoint is conducted at the overtime rate.
Collaborative DUI Enforcement - Overtime for grant funded Collaborative DUI Enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel Time needed for two Police Officers to conduct 7 Saturation Patrols, with 6 hours allocated per patrol.
Traffic Enforcement - Overtime for grant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel. Time needed for the Police Lieutenant to develop and submit the quarterly reports and final report in compliance with the grant guidelines. 3 hours is allocated per report. With 5 reports, we have a total of 15 hours.
Motorcycle Safety Enforcement - Overtime for grant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel. Time needed for two Police Dispatchers to conduct 4 checkpoints, with 12 hours allocated per checkpoint. The checkpoint is conducted at the overtime rate.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Enforcement - Overtime for grant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel. Time needed for a Police Sergeant to conduct 4 checkpoints, with 12 hours allocated per checkpoint. The checkpoint is conducted at the overtime rate.
Collaborative Traffic Enforcement - Overtime for grant funded Collaborative Traffic Enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel Time needed for the Police Lieutenant to attend community events in compliance with the project scope. Additionally, 3 hours is allocated for the Police Lieutenant to conduct a presentation in the community.
Traffic Safety Educational Presentations - Overtime for grant funded traffic safety educational presentations conducted by appropriate department personnel. Time allocated for one police cadet to attend two community events, at 5 hours per event.
Distracted Driving Enforcement - Overtime for grant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel. Cost needed for the Police Department's Community Engagement Supervisor to develop 16 social media posts, at 2 hours each, to align with OTS media campaign efforts.
Additionally, one hour is allocated for the development of the grant award press release. Finally, 10 hours is allocated for the Community Engagement Supervisor to host 2 public safety events at 5 hours each.
Community Collaboration Engagement - Overtime for grant funded community collaborative engagement conducted by appropriate department personnel.
TRAVEL EXPENSES
In State Travel - Costs are included for appropriate staff to attend conferences and training events supporting the grant goals and objectives and/or traffic safety. Local mileage for grant activities and meetings is included. All conferences, seminars or training not specifically identified in the Budget Narrative must be approved by OTS. All travel claimed must be at the agency approved rate. Per Diem may not be claimed for meals provided at conferences when registration fees are paid with OTS grant funds.
CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
-
EQUIPMENT
-
OTHER DIRECT COSTS
DUI Checkpoint Supplies - On-scene supplies needed to conduct sobriety checkpoints. Costs may include 28" traffic cones, MUTCD compliant traffic signs, MUTCD compliant high visibility vests (maximum of 10), traffic counters (maximum of 2), generator, gas for generators, lighting, reflective banners, electronic flares, PAS Device Supplies, PAS Calibration Supplies, heater, propane for heaters, fan, anti-fatigue mats, and canopies. Additional items may be purchased if approved by OTS. The cost of food and beverages will not
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be reimbursed. To measure the speed of motor vehicles. This device will be used for speed enforcement.
Two units currently in the Police Department's possession is past their useful life and in need of replacement.
Lidar Device - Light detection and ranging device used to measure the speed of motor vehicles. This device will be used for speed enforcement. Costs may include lidar devices, batteries, tax, and shipping. Light detection and ranging device used to measure the speed of motor vehicles. This device will be used for speed enforcement. Costs may include lidar devices, batteries, tax, and shipping. The Police Department currently only has 1 device, which limits the ability of the Police Department to effectively track speeding in the City.
INDIRECT COSTS
-
STATEMENTS/DISCLAIMERS
There will be no program income generated from this grant.
Salaries may include wages, salaries, special compensations, or authorized absences such as annual leave and sick leave provided the cost for the individual employee is (a) reasonable for the services rendered, and (b) follows an appointment made in accordance with state or local laws and rules and meets federal requirements.
Any non-grant funded vacancies created by reassignment to a grant-funded position must be filled at the expense of the grantee agency.
Nothing in this agreement shall be interpreted as a requirement, formal or informal, that a particular law enforcement officer issue a specified or predetermined number of citations in pursuance of the goals and objectives here under.
The OTS grant funded activities must be separate from other grant funded program activities and maintained under separate accounting tracking codes (example: the same DUI checkpoint may not be funded by both the CHP Cannabis Tax Fund and the OTS).
Benefits for personnel costs can only be applied to straight time or overtime hours charged to the grant.
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Appendix A to Part 1300—Certifications and Assurances for Highway Safety Grants (23 U.S.C. Chapter 4 or Section 1906, Public Law 109-59, as amended by Section 25024, Public Law 117- 58)
The officials named on the grant agreement, certify by way of signature on the grant agreement signature page, that the Grantee Agency complies with all applicable Federal statutes, regulations, and directives and State rules, guidelines, policies, and laws in effect with respect to the periods for which it receives grant funding.
Applicable provisions include, but are not limited to, the following:
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The State will comply with applicable statutes and regulations, including but not limited to:
• 23 U.S.C. Chapter 4—Highway Safety Act of 1966, as amended; • Sec. 1906, Public Law 109-59, as amended by Sec. 25024, Public Law 117-58; • 23 CFR part 1300—Uniform Procedures for State Highway Safety Grant Programs; • 2 CFR part 200—Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards;
• 2 CFR part 1201—Department of Transportation, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards.
NONDISCRIMINATION
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
The State highway safety agency [and its subrecipients] will comply with all Federal statutes and implementing regulations relating to nondiscrimination (“Federal Nondiscrimination Authorities”). These include but are not limited to:
• Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000d et seq., 78 stat. 252), (prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin);
• 49 CFR part 21 (entitled Non-discrimination in Federally -Assisted Programs of the Department of Transportation—Effectuation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964); • 28 CFR 50.3 (U.S. Department of Justice Guidelines for Enforcement of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964);
• The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, (42 U.S.C. 4601), (prohibits unfair treatment of persons displaced or whose property has been acquired because of Federal or Federal-aid programs and projects);
• Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1973, (23 U.S.C. 324 et seq.), and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended (20 U.S.C. 1681-1683 and 1685-1686) (prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex);
• Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (29 U.S.C. 794 et seq.), as amended, (prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability) and 49 CFR part 27; • The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, (42 U.S.C. 6101 et seq.), (prohibits discrimination on the basis of age);
• The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, (Pub. L. 100-209), (broadens scope, coverage, and applicability of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, by expanding the definition of the terms “programs or activities” to include all of the programs or activities of the
Federal aid recipients, subrecipients and contractors, whether such programs or activities are Federally- funded or not);
• Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12131-12189) (prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in the operation of public entities, public and private transportation systems, places of public accommodation, and certain testing) and 49 CFR parts 37 and 38
State of California – Office of Traffic Safety
GRANT AGREEMENT
Exhibit A
GRANT NUMBER
PT27080
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The preceding statutory and regulatory cites hereinafter are referred to as the “Acts” and “Regulations,” respectively.
GENERAL ASSURANCES
In accordance with the Acts, the Regulations, and other pertinent directives, circulars, policy, memoranda, and/or guidance, the Recipient hereby gives assurance that it will promptly take any measures necessary to ensure that:
“No person in the United States shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity, for which the Recipient receives Federal financial assistance from DOT, including NHTSA.”
The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 clarified the original intent of Congress, with respect to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other non-discrimination requirements (the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973), by restoring the broad, institutional-wide scope and coverage of these nondiscrimination statutes and requirements to include all programs and activities of the Recipient, so long as any portion of the program is Federally assisted.
SPECIFIC ASSURANCES
More specifically, and without limiting the above general Assurance, the Recipient agrees with and gives the following Assurances with respect to its Federally assisted Highway Safety Grant Program:
1. The Recipient agrees that each “activity,” “facility,” or “program,” as defined in 49 CFR part 21 will be (with regard to an “activity”) facilitated, or will be (with regard to a “facility”) operated, or will be (with regard to a “program”) conducted in compliance with all requirements imposed by, or pursuant to the Acts and the Regulations.
2. The Recipient will insert the following notification in all solicitations for bids, Requests For Proposals for work, or material subject to the Acts and the Regulations made in connection with all Highway Safety Grant Programs and, in adapted form, in all proposals for negotiated agreements regardless of funding source:
“The [name of Recipient], in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.”
3. The Recipient will insert the clauses of appendix A and E of this Assurance (also referred to as DOT order 1050.2A) [1] in every contract or agreement subject to the Acts and the Regulations.
4. The Recipient will insert the clauses of appendix B of DOT Order 1050.2A, as a covenant running with the land, in any deed from the United States effecting or recording a transfer of real property, structures, use, or improvements thereon or interest therein to a Recipient.
5. That where the Recipient receives Federal financial assistance to construct a facility, or part of a facility, the Assurance will extend to the entire facility and facilities operated in connection therewith.
6. That where the Recipient receives Federal financial assistance in the form of, or for the acquisition of, real property or an interest in real property, the Assurance will extend to rights to space on, over, or under such property.
7. That the Recipient will include the clauses set forth in appendix C and appendix D of this DOT Order 1050.2A, as a covenant running with the land, in any future deeds, leases, licenses, permits, or similar instruments entered into by the Recipient with other parties:
a. for the subsequent transfer of real property acquired or improved under the applicable activity, project, or program; and
b. for the construction or use of, or access to, space on, over, or under real property acquired or improved under the applicable activity, project, or program.
8. That this Assurance obligates the Recipient for the period during which Federal financial assistance is extended to the program, except where the Federal financial assistance is to provide, or is in the
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form of, personal property, or real property, or interest therein, or structures or improvements thereon, in which case the Assurance obligates the Recipient, or any transferee for the longer of the following periods:
a. the period during which the property is used for a purpose for which the Federal financial assistance is extended, or for another purpose involving the provision of similar services or benefits; or
b. the period during which the Recipient retains ownership or possession of the property.
9. The Recipient will provide for such methods of administration for the program as are found by the Secretary of Transportation or the official to whom he/she delegates specific authority to give reasonable guarantee that it, other recipients, sub-recipients, sub- grantees, contractors, subcontractors, consultants, transferees, successors in interest, and other participants of Federal financial assistance under such program will comply with all requirements imposed or pursuant to the Acts, the Regulations, and this Assurance.
10. The Recipient agrees that the United States has a right to seek judicial enforcement with regard to any matter arising under the Acts, the Regulations, and this Assurance.
By signing this ASSURANCE, the State highway safety agency also agrees to comply (and require any sub- recipients, sub-grantees, contractors, successors, transferees, and/or assignees to comply) with all applicable provisions governing NHTSA's access to records, accounts, documents, information, facilities, and staff. You also recognize that you must comply with any program or compliance reviews, and/or complaint investigations conducted by NHTSA. You must keep records, reports, and submit the material for review upon request to NHTSA, or its designee in a timely, complete, and accurate way. Additionally, you must comply with all other reporting, data collection, and evaluation requirements, as prescribed by law or detailed in program guidance.
The State highway safety agency gives this ASSURANCE in consideration of and for obtaining any Federal grants, loans, contracts, agreements, property, and/or discounts, or other Federal-aid and Federal financial assistance extended after the date hereof to the recipients by the U.S. Department of Transportation under the Highway Safety Grant Program. This ASSURANCE is binding on the State highway safety agency, other recipients, sub-recipients, sub-grantees, contractors, subcontractors and their subcontractors', transferees, successors in interest, and any other participants in the Highway Safety Grant Program. The person(s) signing below is/are authorized to sign this ASSURANCE on behalf of the Recipient.
THE DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE ACT OF 1988 (41 U.S.C. 8103)
The Subgrantee will provide a drug-free workplace by:
a. Publishing a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the grantee's workplace, and specifying the actions that will be taken against employees for violation of such prohibition; b. Establishing a drug-free awareness program to inform employees about:
1. The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;
2. The grantee's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace;
3. Any available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs;
4. The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug violations occurring in the workplace;
5. Making it a requirement that each employee engaged in the performance of the grant be given a copy of the statement required by paragraph (a); c. Notifying the employee in the statement required by paragraph (a) that, as a condition of employment under the grant, the employee will—
1. Abide by the terms of the statement;
2. Notify the employer of any criminal drug statute conviction for a violation occurring in the workplace no later than five days after such conviction; d. Notifying the agency within ten days after receiving notice under subparagraph (c)(2) from an employee or otherwise receiving actual notice of such conviction; e. Taking one of the following actions, within 30 days of receiving notice under subparagraph (c)(2), with respect to any employee who is so convicted—
1. Taking appropriate personnel action against such an employee, up to and including termination;
2. Requiring such employee to participate satisfactorily in a drug abuse assistance or
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rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a Federal, State, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency;
f. Making a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-free workplace through implementation of all of the paragraphs above.
POLITICAL ACTIVITY (HATCH ACT)
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
The State will comply with provisions of the Hatch Act (5 U.S.C. 1501-1508), which limits the political activities of employees whose principal employment activities are funded in whole or in part with Federal funds.
CERTIFICATION REGARDING FEDERAL LOBBYING
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
CERTIFICATION FOR CONTRACTS, GRANTS, LOANS, AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS
The undersigned certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:
1. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement;
2. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, “Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying,” in accordance with its instructions;
3. The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all sub-awards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grant, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
RESTRICTION ON STATE LOBBYING
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
None of the funds under this program will be used for any activity specifically designed to urge or influence a State or local legislator to favor or oppose the adoption of any specific legislative proposal pending before any State or local legislative body. Such activities include both direct and indirect (e.g., “grassroots”) lobbying activities, with one exception. This does not preclude a State official whose salary is supported with NHTSA funds from engaging in direct communications with State or local legislative officials, in accordance with customary State practice, even if such communications urge legislative officials to favor or oppose the adoption of a specific pending legislative proposal.
CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRIMARY TIER PARTICIPANT CERTIFICATION (STATES)
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1. By signing and submitting this proposal, the prospective primary tier participant is providing the certification set out below and agrees to comply with the requirements of 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200.
2. The inability of a person to provide the certification required below will not necessarily result in denial of participation in this covered transaction. The prospective primary tier participant shall submit an explanation of why it cannot provide the certification set out below. The certification or explanation will be considered in connection with the department or agency's determination whether to enter into this transaction. However, failure of the prospective primary tier participant to furnish a certification or an explanation shall disqualify such person from participation in this transaction.
3. The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when the department or agency determined to enter into this transaction. If it is later determined that the prospective primary tier participant knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency may terminate this transaction for cause or default or may pursue suspension or debarment.
4. The prospective primary tier participant shall provide immediate written notice to the department or agency to which this proposal is submitted if at any time the prospective primary tier participant learns its certification was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.
5. The terms covered transaction, civil judgment, debarment, suspension, ineligible, participant, person, principal, and voluntarily excluded, as used in this clause, are defined in 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200. You may contact the department or agency to which this proposal is being submitted for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations.
6. The prospective primary tier participant agrees by submitting this proposal that, should the proposed covered transaction be entered into, it shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction, unless authorized by the department or agency entering into this transaction.
7. The prospective primary tier participant further agrees by submitting this proposal that it will include the clause titled “Instructions for Lower Tier Participant Certification” including the “Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion—Lower Tier Covered Transaction,” provided by the department or agency entering into this covered transaction, without modification, in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered transactions and will require lower tier participants to comply with 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200.
8. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a prospective participant in a lower tier covered transaction that it is not proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart
9.4, debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows that the certification is erroneous. A participant is responsible for ensuring that its principals are not suspended, debarred, or otherwise ineligible to participate in covered transactions. To verify the eligibility of its principals, as well as the eligibility of any prospective lower tier participants, each participant may, but is not required to, check the System for Award Management Exclusions website
( https://www.sam.gov/).
9. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of records in order to render in good faith the certification required by this clause. The knowledge and information of a participant is not required to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings.
10. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 6 of these instructions, if a participant in a covered transaction knowingly enters into a lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4, suspended, debarred, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency may terminate the transaction for cause or default.
CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, AND OTHER RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS—PRIMARY TIER
COVERED TRANSACTIONS
1. The prospective primary tier participant certifies to the best of its knowledge and belief, that it and
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its principals:
a. Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participating in covered transactions by any Federal department or agency;
b. Have not within a three-year period preceding this proposal been convicted of or had a civil judgment rendered against them for commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain, or performing a public (Federal, State, or local) transaction or contract under a public transaction; violation of Federal or State antitrust statutes or commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records, making false statements, or receiving stolen property; c. Are not presently indicted for or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a governmental entity (Federal, State, or local) with commission of any of the offenses enumerated in paragraph (1)(b) of this certification; and d. Have not within a three-year period preceding this application/proposal had one or more public transactions (Federal, State, or local) terminated for cause or default.
2. Where the prospective primary tier participant is unable to certify to any of the Statements in this certification, such prospective participant shall attach an explanation to this proposal.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR LOWER TIER PARTICIPANT CERTIFICATION
1. By signing and submitting this proposal, the prospective lower tier participant is providing the certification set out below and agrees to comply with the requirements of 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200.
2. The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was entered into. If it is later determined that the prospective lower tier participant knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency with which this transaction originated may pursue available remedies, including suspension or debarment.
3. The prospective lower tier participant shall provide immediate written notice to the person to which this proposal is submitted if at any time the prospective lower tier participant learns that its certification was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.
4. The terms covered transaction, civil judgment, debarment, suspension, ineligible, participant, person, principal, and voluntarily excluded, as used in this clause, are defined in 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200. You may contact the person to whom this proposal is submitted for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations.
5. The prospective lower tier participant agrees by submitting this proposal that, should the proposed covered transaction be entered into, it shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction, unless authorized by the department or agency with which this transaction originated.
6. The prospective lower tier participant further agrees by submitting this proposal that it will include the clause titled “Instructions for Lower Tier Participant Certification” including the “Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion—Lower Tier Covered Transaction,” without modification, in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered transactions and will require lower tier participants to comply with 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200.
7. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a prospective participant in a lower tier covered transaction that it is not proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart
9.4, debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows that the certification is erroneous. A participant is responsible for ensuring that its principals are not suspended, debarred, or otherwise ineligible to participate in covered transactions. To verify the eligibility of its principals, as well as the eligibility of any prospective lower tier participants, each participant may, but is not required to, check the System for Award Management Exclusions website
( https://www.sam.gov/).
8. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of
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records in order to render in good faith the certification required by this clause. The knowledge and information of a participant is not required to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings.
9. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 5 of these instructions, if a participant in a covered transaction knowingly enters into a lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4, suspended, debarred, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency with which this transaction originated may pursue available remedies, including suspension or debarment.
CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, INELIGIBILITY AND VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION—LOWER TIER
COVERED TRANSACTIONS
1. The prospective lower tier participant certifies, by submission of this proposal, that neither it nor its principals is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participating in covered transactions by any Federal department or agency.
2. Where the prospective lower tier participant is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, such prospective participant shall attach an explanation to this proposal.
BUY AMERICA
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
The State and each subrecipient will comply with the Buy America requirement (23 U.S.C. 313) when purchasing items using Federal funds. Buy America requires a State, or subrecipient, to purchase with Federal funds only steel, iron and manufactured products produced in the United States, unless the Secretary of Transportation determines that such domestically produced items would be inconsistent with the public interest, that such materials are not reasonably available and of a satisfactory quality, or that inclusion of domestic materials will increase the cost of the overall project contract by more than 25 percent. In order to use Federal funds to purchase foreign produced items, the State must submit a waiver request that provides an adequate basis and justification for approval by the Secretary of Transportation.
CERTIFICATION ON CONFLICT OF INTEREST
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
No employee, officer, or agent of a State or its subrecipient who is authorized in an official capacity to negotiate, make, accept, or approve, or to take part in negotiating, making, accepting, or approving any subaward, including contracts or subcontracts, in connection with this grant shall have, directly or indirectly, any financial or personal interest in any such subaward. Such a financial or personal interest would arise when the employee, officer, or agent, any member of his or her immediate family, his or her partner, or an organization which employs or is about to employ any of the parties indicated herein, has a financial or personal interest in or a tangible personal benefit from an entity considered for a subaward. Based on this policy:
1. The recipient shall maintain a written code or standards of conduct that provide for disciplinary actions to be applied for violations of such standards by officers, employees, or agents. a. The code or standards shall provide that the recipient's officers, employees, or agents may neither solicit nor accept gratuities, favors, or anything of monetary value from present or potential subawardees, including contractors or parties to subcontracts. b. The code or standards shall establish penalties, sanctions, or other disciplinary actions for violations, as permitted by State or local law or regulations.
2. The recipient shall maintain responsibility to enforce the requirements of the written code or standards of conduct.
DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS
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No State or its subrecipient, including its officers, employees, or agents, shall perform or continue to perform under a grant or cooperative agreement, whose objectivity may be impaired because of any related past, present, or currently planned interest, financial or otherwise, in organizations regulated by NHTSA or in organizations whose interests may be substantially affected by NHTSA activities. Based on this policy:
1. The recipient shall disclose any conflict of interest identified as soon as reasonably possible, making an immediate and full disclosure in writing to NHTSA. The disclosure shall include a description of the action which the recipient has taken or proposes to take to avoid or mitigate such conflict.
2. NHTSA will review the disclosure and may require additional relevant information from the recipient.
If a conflict of interest is found to exist, NHTSA may (a) terminate the award, or (b) determine that it is otherwise in the best interest of NHTSA to continue the award and include appropriate provisions to mitigate or avoid such conflict.
3. Conflicts of interest that require disclosure include all past, present, or currently planned organizational, financial, contractual, or other interest(s) with an organization regulated by NHTSA or with an organization whose interests may be substantially affected by NHTSA activities, and which are related to this award. The interest(s) that require disclosure include those of any recipient, affiliate, proposed consultant, proposed subcontractor, and key personnel of any of the above. Past interest shall be limited to within one year of the date of award. Key personnel shall include any person owning more than a 20 percent interest in a recipient, and the officers, employees or agents of a recipient who are responsible for making a decision or taking an action under an award where the decision or action can have an economic or other impact on the interests of a regulated or affected organization.
PROHIBITION ON USING GRANT FUNDS TO CHECK FOR HELMET USAGE (applies to subrecipients as well as States)
The State and each subrecipient will not use 23 U.S.C. Chapter 4 grant funds for programs to check helmet usage or to create checkpoints that specifically target motorcyclists.
POLICY ON SEAT BELT USE
In accordance with Executive Order 13043, Increasing Seat Belt Use in the United States, dated April 16, 1997, the Grantee is encouraged to adopt and enforce on-the-job seat belt use policies and programs for its employees when operating company-owned, rented, or personally-owned vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is responsible for providing leadership and guidance in support of this Presidential initiative. For information and resources on traffic safety programs and policies for employers, please contact the Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS), a public-private partnership dedicated to improving the traffic safety practices of employers and employees. You can download information on seat belt programs, costs of motor vehicle crashes to employers, and other traffic safety initiatives at www.trafficsafety.org. The NHTSA website ( www.nhtsa.gov) also provides information on statistics, campaigns, and program evaluations and references.
POLICY ON BANNING TEXT MESSAGING WHILE DRIVING
In accordance with Executive Order 13513, Federal Leadership On Reducing Text Messaging While Driving, and DOT Order 3902.10, Text Messaging While Driving, States are encouraged to adopt and enforce workplace safety policies to decrease crashes caused by distracted driving, including policies to ban text messaging while driving company-owned or rented vehicles, Government-owned, leased or rented vehicles, or privately-owned vehicles when on official Government business or when performing any work on or behalf of the Government. States are also encouraged to conduct workplace safety initiatives in a manner commensurate with the size of the business, such as establishment of new rules and programs or re- evaluation of existing programs to prohibit text messaging while driving, and education, awareness, and other outreach to employees about the safety risks associated with texting while driving.
Agenda Packet - July 20, 2026
City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: July 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Debra Fritz, Deputy City Clerk
SUBJECT: RESOLUTIONS CALLING, CONSOLIDATING, AND ADOPTING CANDIDATE
REGULATIONS FOR THE LA VERNE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR NOVEMBER 3, 2026.
SUMMARY
The City’s General Municipal Election will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The election will be consolidated with the County of Los Angeles who will be conducting the Statewide General Election. Pursuant to laws of the State of California relating to General Law cities, the Council is to adopt certain resolutions to include: Calling the election for the certain officers; requesting the Los Angeles Board of Supervisors for consolidation and specific services for the City’s General Municipal Election; and setting forth regulations for candidates’ statements.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council adopt the following Resolutions for conducting the City of La Verne’s General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026:
1. Resolution No. 26-XX - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, FOR THE ELECTION
OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES;"
2. Resolution No. 26-XX - "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE LOS ANGELES BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS TO ORDER THE CONSOLIDATION OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE’S GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ON THE SAME DAY; TO AUTHORIZE THE BOARD
OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CANVASS THE RETURNS OF SAID GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION; AND TO REQUEST THAT
THE REGISTRAR RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK OF SAID COUNTY BE PERMITTED
TO RENDER FULL SERVICES TO THE CITY OF LA VERNE RELATING TO THE
CONDUCTING OF SAID GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS CODE SECTION 10403;" and,
3. Resolution No. 26-XX - " A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR
ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026."
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DISCUSSION
On June 2, 2025, the City Council adopted Ordinance 25-1132 changing the date of the City’s General Municipal Election from the alternating March/June Primary Election to be consolidated with the Statewide General Election held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of even years. This action was done in order to enhance public understanding of the election opportunity and to increase voter awareness and turnout.
As part of the process to call and consolidate our municipal election with that of the Statewide General Election, the City Council must adopt series of Resolutions. The resolutions listed for consideration and adoption are to call the election, request consolidation with Los Angeles County to conduct the election for the City of La Verne, and finally, to adopt regulations regarding candidate filing and required statements.
On November 3, 2026, the City will have an election for the purpose of electing three (3) Members of the City Council for a four-year term:
• Council Member, District 1 for a four-year term
• Council Member, District 3 for a four-year term
• Council Member, District 4 for a four-year term
The nomination period for prospective candidates opened on July 13, 2026, and runs through August 7, 2026. To hold elective office in the City of La Verne, a candidate must be:
• A United States citizen;
• At least 18 years of age;
• A registered voter of the City of La Verne; and
• A resident of the specific City Council district for the seat they are seeking at the time nomination papers are issued and throughout the duration of the term.
Residents can go to the City’s website at www.laverneca.gov/districtmap to view the district
map and locate which district they are in.
If an incumbent does not file by Friday, August 7, 2026, by 5:00 p.m., California Election Code section 8024 extends the nomination period to allow additional time for non-incumbents. In this event, the nomination period will be extended to Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
While the City will rely on the County to administer most elements of the election, such as ballot counting, the City, through the City Clerk’s office, is involved in candidate nomination paperwork filing, receiving of FPPC filings, and publishing of notices. The City maintains an election page on our City website at
www.laverneca.gov/election, but election results and other information are available on the County’s website at https://lacounty.gov/government/elections-voting/.
After the Resolutions calling and consolidating the election, the third resolution involves adopting regulations for the candidate’s statement to be contained in the official voter pamphlet.
The statement may include the name, age and occupation of the candidate and a brief
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description of no more than 200 words of the candidate’s education and qualifications expressed by the candidate. The statement shall not include party affiliation of the candidate, nor membership or activity in partisan political organizations.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
The election costs for three district seats are estimated to cost $57,273 per the Los Angeles County Registrar of Voters election cost estimate website. This amount is budgeted within the City Clerks approved appropriations for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed the three election resolutions and approved them to form.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution_Election_Consolidation Final
2. Resolution_Calling_Election -Final
3. Resolution_Election_Candidate_Statements - Final
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RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA,
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD
OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FOR CONSOLIDATION OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE’S GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, PURSUANT TO SECTION 10403 OF THE
CALIFORNIA ELECTION CODE AND TO RENDER SPECIFIED SERVICES TO THE CITY RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of La Verne called a General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the purpose of electing three members of the City Council in districts 1, 3, and 4 for a four year term; and; and
WHEREAS, it is desirable that the General Municipal Election be consolidated with the Statewide General Election, to be held on the same date, and that within the City the precincts, voting centers, and election officers of the two elections be the same, and that the County Elections Official canvass the returns of the General Municipal Election, and that the election be held in all respects as if there were only one election; and; and
WHEREAS, the California Election Code Section 10002 authorizes the City to request by resolution that the Board of Supervisors authorize the County Elections Official to conduct specified election services..
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Verne as follows:
Section 1. That pursuant to the requirements of Section 10403 of the Elections Code of the of State of California relating to General Law cities, the City Council has called for an election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, a General Municipal Election for the purpose of electing three (3) members to the City Council, for a four-year term. One (1) for District 1 and one (1) for District 3, and one (1) for District 4.
Section 2. That the City Council further requests the Board of Supervisors to consent and agree to the consolidation of the City of La Verne’s General Municipal Election with the Statewide General Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, and that the Los Angeles County Registrar Recorder/County Clerk Election Division take all necessary steps to hold a consolidated election.
Section 3. That the Los Angeles County Registrar Recorder/County Clerk Election Division is authorized to canvass the returns of the General Municipal Election.
The election shall be held in all respects as if there were only one election, and only one form of ballot shall be used. The election will be held and conducted in accordance with the provisions of the law regulating the Statewide or special election.
Section 4. That the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is hereby further respectfully requested to place upon the same ballot as that provided for the Statewide General Election to be held in the County of Los Angeles on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, the names of the candidates for the offices of:
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Council Member, District 1 for a four-year term
Council Member, District 3 for a four-year term
Council Member, District 4 for a four-year term
Section 5. That the City of La Verne recognizes that all necessary expenses incurred by the Los Angeles County Registrar Recorder/County Clerk Election Division in performing these services shall be paid by the City of La Verne.
Section 6. That in all particulars, not otherwise specifically provided in this Resolution, the Election shall be held and conducted as provided by law.
Section 7. That the Deputy City Clerk is directed to file an original certified copy of this Resolution with the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and a copy with the Los Angeles County Elections Official.
Section 8. The Mayor shall sign and the Deputy City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and thereupon the same shall take effect and be in force.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 20th day of July, 2026.
______________________________________
Mayor Tim Hepburn
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing [Resolution No. 26-XX] was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of La Verne at a meeting thereof held on the 20th day of July, 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
Agenda Packet - July 20, 2026
RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA,
CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS
AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES.
WHEREAS, under the provision of the laws relating to general law cities in the State of California, a General Municipal Election shall be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the election of Municipal Officers.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Verne as follows:
Section 1. That pursuant to the requirements of the laws of the State of California, relating to General Law Cities, there is called and ordered to be held in the City of La Verne, California, on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, a General Municipal Election for the purpose of electing three (3) Members of the City Council for a four-year term.
Council Member, District 1 for a four-year term
Council Member, District 3 for a four-year term
Council Member, District 4 for a four-year term
Section 2. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 10002 of the Election Code of the State of California, the City Council requests the Registrar Recorder/County Clerk of the County of Los Angeles to conduct the General Municipal Election.
Section 3. That the notice of the time and place of holding the election is given and the Deputy City Clerk is authorized, instructed, and directed to give further or additional notice of the election, in time, form, and manner as required by law.
Section 4. That in all particulars not recited in this Resolution, the election shall be held and conducted as provided by law holding municipal elections.
Section 5. That in the event of a tie vote (if any two or more persons receive an equal and the highest number of votes for an office) as certified by the Los Angeles County Registrar/Recorder County Clerk, the City Council in accordance with the Election Code Section 15651(a), shall set a date and time and place and summon the candidates who have received the tie votes to appear and will determine the tie by lot.
Section 6. That the Deputy City Clerk is hereby directed to forward a copy of this Resolution to the Registrar Recorder/County Clerk of the County of Los Angeles.
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Section 7. The Mayor shall sign and the Deputy City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and thereupon the same shall take effect and be in force.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 20th day of July, 2026.
______________________________________
Mayor Tim Hepburn
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing [Resolution No. 26-XX] was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of La Verne at a meeting thereof held on the 20th day of July, 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE
PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026.
WHEREAS, Section 13307 of the Elections Code of the State of California provides that the governing body of any local agency adopt regulations pertaining to materials prepared by any candidate for a municipal election, including costs of the candidate’s statement..
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Verne as follows:
Section 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS - Pursuant to Section 13307 of the Elections Code of the State of California, each candidate for elective office to be voted for at an election to be held in the City of La Verne on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, may prepare a candidate’s statement on an appropriate form provided by the Deputy City Clerk. The statement may include the name, age and occupation of the candidate and a brief description of no more than 200 words of the candidate’s education and qualifications expressed by the candidate himself or herself. The statement shall not include party affiliation of the candidate, nor membership or activity in partisan political organizations.
The statement shall be filed in typewritten form in the office of the City Clerk at the time the candidate’s nomination papers are filed. The statement may be withdrawn, but not changed, during the period for filing nomination papers and until 5:00 p.m. of the next working day after the close of the nomination period. Pursuant to Section 13307(c) of the California Elections Code, the governing body of the City of La Verne authorizes the preparation of candidate statements for nonpartisan elective office for the purpose of electronic distribution. Candidates will prepare statements for electronic distribution pursuant to Section 13307(a) of the Elections Code. A statement prepared pursuant to this subdivision shall be posted on the internet website of the County Elections Official.
Pursuant to Section 13307.7(a) of the Elections Code, candidates shall provide payment of the requisite fee to cover the duties and procedures set forth in Sections 13307(b) and (d) of the Elections Code.
Section 2. ONLINE CANDIDATE STATEMENT - Pursuant to Section 13307(c) of the California Elections Code, the governing body of the City of La Verne authorizes the preparation of candidate statements for nonpartisan elective office for the purpose of electronic distribution. Candidates will prepare statements for electronic distribution pursuant to Section 13307(a) of the Elections Code. A statement prepared pursuant to this subdivision shall be posted on the internet website of the County Elections Official.
Pursuant to Section 13307.7(a) of the Elections Code, candidates shall provide payment of the requisite fee to cover the duties and procedures set forth in Sections 13307(b) and d) of the Elections Code.
Section 3. FOREIGN LANGUAGE POLICY - Pursuant to State law, the candidate’s statement must be translated and printed (in the monolingual voter’s pamphlet for that target language) in any language that is supported by the County.
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Section 4. TRANSLATIONS - The Deputy Clerk shall have translated those statements into the languages as requested by the candidate.
Section 5. PRINTING - Print any translations of candidates' statements requested by the candidate in the main voter pamphlet. The main voter pamphlet will be printed in English and Spanish and may include candidate statement translations, as applicable.
Section 6. PAYMENT -
A. Translations:
1. Each candidate shall be required to pay for the cost of translating the candidate’s statement into any required foreign language as specified in Section 3 above, pursuant to Federal and/or State law.
2. The candidate shall not be required to pay for the cost of translating the candidates’ statement into any foreign language that is not required as specified in Section 3 above, pursuant to Federal and/or State law, but is requested as an option by the candidate.
B. Printing:
1. The candidate shall be required to pay for the cost of printing the candidate’s statement in English in the main voter pamphlet.
2. The candidate shall be required to pay for the cost of printing the candidate’s statement in Spanish in the main voter pamphlet, if requested. Only English and Spanish candidate statements may be included in the main voter pamphlet.
3. The candidate shall be required to pay for the cost of printing the candidate’s statement in a foreign language requested by the candidate per Section 3 above, in the facsimile voter pamphlet.
4. The candidate shall be required to pay for the cost of printing the candidate’s statement in a foreign language required by Section 3 above, in the facsimile voter pamphlet.
The City Clerk shall estimate the total cost of printing, handling, translating, and mailing the candidate’s statements filed pursuant to this section, including costs incurred as a result of complying with the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (as amended), and require each candidate filing a statement to pay in advance to the local agency his or her estimated pro rata share as a condition of having his or her statement included in the voter’s pamphlet. In the event the estimated payment is required, the estimate is just an approximation of the actual cost that varies from one election to another election and may be significantly more or less than the estimate, depending on the actual number of candidates filing statements. Accordingly, the Clerk is not bound by the estimate and may,on a pro rata basis, bill the candidate for additional actual expense or refund any excess paid depending on the final actual cost. In the event of underpayment, the Clerk may require the candidate to pay the balance of the cost incurred. In the event of overpayment, the Clerk shall prorate the excess amount among the candidates and refund the excess amount paid within 30 days of the Election.
Section 7. MISCELLANEOUS
a. All translations shall be provided by professionally certified translators. b. The City Clerk shall allow capitalization, indentations, bullets, and leading hyphens to the same extent and manner as allowed in previous City elections.
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c. The Deputy City Clerk shall comply with all recommendations and standards set forth by the California Secretary of State regarding occupational designations and other matters relating to elections.
Section 8. ADDITIONAL MATERIALS - No candidate will be permitted to include additional materials in the sample ballot package.
Section 9. COPY TO BE PROVIDED - That the Deputy City Clerk shall provide each candidate or the candidate’s representative with a copy of this Resolution at the time nominating petitions are issued.
Section 10. REPEAL OF PRIOR RESOLUTIONS - That all previous resolutions establishing City Council policy on payment for candidates are repealed.
Section 11. APPLICABILITY OF RESOLUTION - That this resolution shall apply only to the election to be held on November 3, 2026, and shall then be repealed.
Section 12. ATTESTATION - The Mayor shall sign and the Deputy City Clerk shall attest and certify to the passage and adoption thereof.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 20th day of July, 2026.
______________________________________
Mayor Tim Hepburn
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing [Resolution No. 26-XX] was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of La Verne at a meeting thereof held on the 20th day of July, 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
____________________________________
Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
Agenda Packet - July 20, 2026
City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: July 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Ken Domer, City Manager
SUBJECT: CONFIRMATION OF WEED ABATEMENT CLEARANCE CHARGES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26.
SUMMARY
The Los Angeles County Department of Agriculture has prepared a report for City Council consideration for weed clearance costs for appropriate parcels within the City. Pursuant to law, a copy of the 2025-26 Weed Clearance Charges was posted on the City's website.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council confirm the list of charges and direct the County Auditor to enter the assessment against the parcels of land on the current assessment roll.
DISCUSSION
On February 2, 2026, the City Council declared the list of properties that have been found by inspections to have noxious or dangerous weeds, rubbish, etc. growing upon or in front of said property. A notice of a protest hearing that was held on February 17, 2026, before the City Council was mailed to each affected property owner to register objection to the abatement of said weeds and charges by the County of Los Angeles. In the same notice, property owners were notified that the cost of clearance charges would be submitted to City Council for confirmation for the incurred costs of removing such weeds, rubbish, etc., on each parcel of land.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
No financial impact. Property owners are charged by Los Angeles County for the incurred costs of weed abatement.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Weed Abatement Cost Report 2025-26
Prepared by: Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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Kurt E. Floren
Ag ri c u ltu ral C o m m i s si one r
Director of Weights and Measures
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Department of
A gr ic ult urul Co mmis sion er/
l(eights and Measures
1 2300 Lower Azusa Road
Arcadia, CA 91006-5872
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Maximiliano E Regis
Chief Deputy
July 8, 2026
The Honorable City Council
City of La Verne
3660 D Street
La Verne, CA 91750
Council Members
2025.2026 REPORT ON THE COST OF WEED ABATEMENT
Pursuant to State law, a report on the cost of weed abatement (enclosed) is being submitted to your Honorable Body for confirmation, by motion or resolution, on the 20th day of July,2026 at the hour of 6:30 p.m, A copy of the report must be posted on or near the chamber door of the City Council at least three days prior to its submission to your Honorable Body, with a notice of the time of submission.
It is my recommendation that your Honorable Body confirm these charges After your Honorable Body confirms the weed abatement charges, please send a copy of the confirmation to our Weed Abatement Division at the above address.
Respectfully yours,
ADRIAN ZAVALA
Deputy Director/Bureau Chief
Weed Hazard and lntegrated Pest Management
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Jenny Rivas
Staff Assistant ll
Weed Hazard and lntegrated Pest Management
Protecting Consumers and the Environment Since 1881
To Enrich Lives Through Effective and Caring Service
Enclosures
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CITY OF LA VERNE
WEED ABATEMENT CHARGES
July 1, 2026
KEY MAPBOOK PAGE PARCEL ZONE crw coDE CHARGES
B 837 5 010 001 3 370 59.07
8375 026 3 370 59.01
B 837 5 026 068 3 370 59.07
B 8378 003 013 3 370 59.07
B 8378 003 034 3 370 59.01
B 8378 004 3 370 59.07
B 8378 00s 005 3 370
B 8378 007 030 3 370
8378 007 031 3
B 8378 007 032 3 370 59.07
B 8378 008 0'1 1 3 370
B 8378 010 041 3 59.07
B 8378 012 033 3 370 59.07
B 8378 013 082 3 370 59.07
8378 013 083 3 59.07
8378 014 004 3 370 59.07
B 8378 014 005 3 370 59.07
B 8378 025 113 3 370 59.07
B 028 006 3 370 59.07
B 8378 429 020 3 370 59.0'7
B 8381 017 3 370 s9.07
B 8381 036 023 3 370 59.07
B 8382 039 3 370 59.07
B 8382 006 042 370 59.07
B 8382 006 043 3 370 59.07
B 8382 006 044 370 59.07
B 8382 006 370 59.07
B 8382 006 050 370 59.07
B 8382 006 051 370 59.07
B 8382 006 452 370 59.07
B 8382 006 370 59.07
B 8382 006 054 3 370 59.07
B 8382 006 055 3 370 59.07
B 8382 006 056 3 370 59.07
B 8382 006 061 370 59.07
B 8382 006 370 59.07
B 8382 065 3 370 59.07
B 8382 024 170 3 370 59.07
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B 8382 024 176 3 59.07
B 8382 025 192 3 370 59.07
B 8391 021 059 3 370 59.07
B 8391 026 040 3 370 59,07
B 026 070 3 370 59.07
B 8664 010 030 3 370 59.07
B 010 031 3 370 59.07
B 8664 010 032 3 370 59.07
B 8664 010 033 3 370 59.07
B 8664 010 034 3 370 59.07
B 010 035 3
B 8664 010 036 3 59.07
B 010 037 3 370 59.07
B 8664 010 038 3 370 59.07
B 8564 010 039 3 370 59.07
B 8664 015 030 3 370 59.07
B 8664 017 002 3 370 59.07
B 8665 019 133 3 370 59.07
B 866s 030 045 3 59.07
B 8665 005 3 370 s9.07
B 8666 005 044 3 370 59.07
B 8666 009 032 3 370 59.07
B 8666 051 028 3 370 59.07
B 8666 051 029 3 4767.39
B 8666 054 038 3 370 59.07
B 8666 059 009 3 59.07
B 8666 063 034 3 370 59.07
B 8559 025 039 3 370 59.07
B 8669 026 051 3 370 59.07
B 8678 022 012 3 59.07
B 8578 023 020 3 370 59.07
B 8578 023 026 3 370 59.07
B 8578 023 027 3 370 59.07
B 8678 023 031 3 370 s9.07
B 8678 0'1 I 3
B 8678 024 3 370 59.07
B 8678 024 022 3 370 59.07
B 8678 427 029 3 370
B 8678 027 3 370 59.07
CITY OF LA VERNE
WEED ABATEMENT CHARGES
370
8391
8664
8664 370 59.07
370
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370
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CITY OF LA VERNE
WEED ABATEI\4ENT CHARGES
July 1 , 2026
B 8678 034 051 3 370 59.07
8678 066 021 3 370 59.07
B 867I 472 047 3 370 59.07
B 867B 073 013 3 370 59.07
B 8678 074 020 3 370 59.07
B 8678 074 027 3 370 59.07
TOTAL IIVPROVED PARCELS 0 TOTAL CHARGES 0
TOTAL UNIMPROVED PARCELS 2 TOTAL CHARGES 168r9.78
TOTAL INSPECTION FEE ONLY PARCELS 81 TOTAL CHARGES 4784.67 TOTAL PARCELS 83 TOTAL CHARGES 21604.45
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES NJ
CITY OF LA VERNE
Adrian Zavala, Deputy Director, Agricultural Commissioner/VVeights and Measures, Weed Abatement Division of the Agricultural CommissionerMeights and Measures office, of the County of Los Angeles, flrst being sworn, on oath states:
That on or before the 'l4th day of July, 2026, he posted or caused to be posted, on or near the chamber door of the City Council of the City of La Verne, a copy of his report of the cost of noxious weed abatement on each and all of the properties described in the list hereto attached, of which the annexed is a true copy thereof, setting the 20th day of July, 2026, as the date upon which said report is to be submitted to the City Council of the City of La Verne for confirmation.
ADRIAN ZAVALA
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO BEFORE ME
2OTH DAY OF JULY, 2026
City Clerk of City of La Verne
State of California
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REPORT ON THE COST OF WEED ABATEMENT
TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF LA VERNE
Council Member:
Pursuant to an order heretofore made by your Honorable Body instructing this Department to abate noxious or dangerous weeds and rubbish under the provisions of the Government code, we respectfully submit the following report on the cost of abating such noxious weeds on each separate lot or parcel of land, showing the cost of removing such weeds on each separate lot or parcel of land, or in front thereof, or both, to-wit:
(see attached)
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JULY 20,2026
The foregoing report was submitted to the City Council of the City of La Verne on the 20th day of July, 2026, lor confirmation and was with all objections thereto duly received and considered, and was by said City Council confirmed, and the County Auditor is hereby ordered and instructed to enter the amounts of the respective assessment against the respective parcels of land as they appear on the current assessment roll.
CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF LA VERNE
Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: July 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Ken Domer, City Manager
SUBJECT: PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY - ENHANCED INFRASTRUCTURE FINANCING DISTRICT BOARD APPOINTMENT.
SUMMARY
The Public Financing Authority - Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (PFA - EIFD) Board is seeking to fill the public member vacancy following the April 14, 2026, resignation of Wayne Hurley. PFA - EIFD Board Members Mayor Hepburn and Councilmember Johnson were provided the two applications received in order to consider a recommendation for full City Council approval.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council consider a public member appointment to serve on the Public Financing Authority - EIFD Board, to serve until a successor is selected.
DISCUSSION
The PFA EIFD was established to accelerate the financing of public infrastructure improvements needed to attract the development that is envisioned within the City’s Old Town La Verne Specific Plan and to complement the extension of the Metro A Line light rail system.
Public member Wayne Hurley submitted his resignation from his position on the PFA EIFD Board on April 14, 2026. The City solicited for applications through social media, e-newsletters, and information on the website to fill the vacancy. Additionally, information on the appointment was e-mailed out to those individuals who have previously applied for other opportunities but were not selected to serve on a City Committee/Commission/Board. While social media efforts reached over 12,400 people, and direct e-mail efforts reached over 40, only two (2) applications were received by the closing of the application period.
At the close of the application period, two (2) applications were received from the following individuals:
• Bowen, Richard
• O'Keefe, Brian
Mayor Hepburn and Councilmember Johnson, who serve on the PFA EIFD as Chair and Vice- Chair, respectively, reviewed the applications and are to make a recommendation to the full City Council for appointment. PFA EIFD Board Members do not have term limits and serve on the Board until a successor is identified.
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Public Financing Authority - Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District Board Appointment., Page 2
As the public member is selected by the entire Council at the recommendation of the two current serving Council Members (unlike direct appointments), the process is for a motion to be made for appointment, for that motion to be seconded, and a vote to be taken. If three affirmative votes are received, that applicant is appointed to the Board. If three affirmative votes are not received, a subsequent motion can be made to repeat the process until the position is filled. If no appointment is made, the Council can move an alternate motion to reschedule the item, extend the application period in which more applications are to be received, or other action.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved this report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Bowen Richard PFA EIFD Application
2. O'Keefe Brian PFA EIFD Application
Report Prepared By:
Andrea Blockinger, Management Analyst
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1 Andrea Blockinger
From: [email protected]
Sent: Monday, June 15, 2026 9:04 PM
To: cityclerk
Subject: Online Form Submittal: Apply Now: Public Financing Authority (EIFD) Board Apply Now: Public Financing Authority (EIFD) Board
Board Information
To accelerate the financing of public infrastructure improvements needed to attract the development that is envisioned within the City’s Old Town La Verne Specific Plan and to complement the extension of the Metro Gold Line light rail system.
Board Structure
Five members serve on the board, consisting of two Council Members, two LA County representatives, and one member of the public. The members of the Board serve voluntarily and do not get any paid compensation. The Public Member is appointed by Council Members and have no term limit.
Meeting Schedule
Meetings held in March, June, September, and December on the 2nd Wednesday at 9:00 AM, or as needed, in the City Council Chambers at La Verne City Hall, 3660 D Street
1. Personal Information
First Name Brian
Last Name O'Keefe
Home or Cell Phone
Number
Work Phone Field not completed.
Email Address [email protected]
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2 Home Address (Number
and Street)
Bonita Ave.
City, State, Zip Code La Verne, CA, 91750
Business Address if
applicable (Number and
Street)
Field not completed.
City, State, Zip Code Field not completed.
2. Work Experience
Please describe your
work experience.
Southern California Edison (SCE) June 2004 – Present
Senior Engineering Manager – Standards, Publication, & Arc Flash Engineering – Pomona, CA July 2022 – Present
Manage teams that are responsible for SCE’s distribution, transmission, substation, and protection standards. The standards are comprised of the design, construction, operation, inspection, and protection logic standards that drive both the deployment and replacement of all of assets in accordance with SCE’s overall strategic direction. Manage the standard update process that evaluates the overall impact of standard changes to planning, construction, and quality control, while evaluating overall impact (dollars, safety, risk, etc.).
Responsible for managing standard deviations, new standard pilots, and technology transfer to operational use. Manage the engineering team responsible for the development of SCE’s arc flash calculation methodology. The arc flash methodology develops and maintains the equations for calculating required personal protective equipment and arc flash boundary. The team also provides guidance on work methods and approach for abnormal circuit configurations and high incident energy locations. Manage the publication and communication of SCE’s standard manuals and engineering specifications.
Accomplishments
• Published and communicated quarterly standard updates to distribution, transmission, and substation standards to incorporate new assets, operational procedures, and
construction techniques.
• Incorporated Management of Change as part of a Safety Management System into the standard update process.
Management of Change effectively assesses change impact to development implementation plans that avoid unforeseen
safety, financial, and other impacts
• Developed unique solutions to solve for the future
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3 unprecedented load growth in SCE’s territory due to increased electrification.
o Compact High-Capacity Substation Designs, Novel
Protection Schemes for Public Safety and Wildfire Mitigation, Novel Grid Automation, Designs to improve utility
undergrounding
• Updated standard pilot process to align new assets and process with SCE strategic initiatives. The new process clearly identifies pilot benefits, risks, and financial impacts. • Revamped and lead SCE’s Arc Flash Program to centralize the various aspects of arc flash compliance (PPE, Data
accessibility, work methods) into a central governance team.
The team coordinated the deployment of complex updates
across the organization from training to engineering.
• Deployed an Arc Flash Application to allow distribution crews to lookup personal protective equipment via an electronic interface.
Engineering Manager – Structural Asset Engineering –
Pomona, CA November 2019 – July 2022
Managed a team that was responsible for SCE’s transmission and distribution, overheard (towers and poles) as well as underground structural assets (vaults and manholes). This team was focused on an asset management approach which
included understanding the health of the asset installed base while developing risk-based strategies for asset betterment. As part of the asset management approach, the team was
responsible for identifying critical asset metrics as well as inspection and maintenance programs. The team was also
responsible for construction standards as well as vendor development and qualification.
Accomplishments
• Developed and deployed a risk-based prioritization scoping method for the deployment of Cover Pressure Relief and
Restraint Lids to mitigate the effects of underground equipment failures.
• Evaluated and deployed a new treatment method for wood poles via an Intrusive Inspection Program, based on treatment effectiveness and deterioration rates.
• Created an inspection methodology for structure guy wires and anchors to address corrosion and construction practices.
The methodology was risk based and covered ~500,000
transmission and distribution poles.
• Presented strategies across several structure assets that impact million-dollar, multiyear projects at the executive and CEO level.
• Developed mitigations to reduce the likelihood of wildfire
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4 ignition from the transmission system events.
• Developed a roadmap for an Underground Structure Asset Class Strategy to address deteriorated structures.
• Led the team while working remotely. The team began remote work in March of 2020 and presently continues to work
remotely. I was able to keep the team working effectively and connected as a team throughout.
Engineering Manager – Asset Strategy Integration – Pomona, CA July 2018 – November 2019
Managed a diverse team of engineers, project managers, and business analysists. Responsible for the substation
infrastructure replacement program, specifically circuit breakers, transformers, and substation switch racks. As part of this activity the group developed appropriate scope at a substation level for accurate project forecasting with minimal change requests. The substation infrastructure replacement program developed a five-year forecast that covered assets territory wide. Responsible for the development of equipment replacement rates including Weibull curv
es, meantime to failure
rates, and meantime to replacement rates for circuit breakers, power transformers, and underground cables. Responsible for the process to collect metrics from asset failures.
Accomplishments
• Wrote and defended the General Rate Case for Substation Infrastructure Replacement program. The program executes circuit breaker, power transformer, and switch rack
replacements of over 50 million dollars per year.
• Developed a relative risk approach for substation switch racks. This was a first-
time evolution for SCE and the approach
was ultimately approved via the general rate case for spending greater than 100 million dollars.
• Developed a strategy for Weibull Curve development for transmission transformers and circuit breaker replacements. • Conducted a Kaizen to streamline the substation
infrastructure replacement scoping process. The event reduced the scoping time by 3 days.
Reliability Engineer (Electrical) – Pomona, CA October 2016 – July 2018
Performed and incorporated reliability analyses (SAIDI, SAIFI, MAIFI) into Distribution Engineering’s design decisions and standards. Acted as T&D Engineering’s subject matter expert for reliability metrics. Provided guidance and support for SCE’s distribution automation strategy and deployment while
transitioning from legacy automation schemes to an advanced
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5 control system scheme (FLISR). Assisted distribution
apparatus engineering with factory evaluations, standards updates, and equipment analysis.
Accomplishments
• Led/Managed a project team that utilized reliability analytics to analyze above grade equipment as compared to below
grade equipment. The project concluded by recommending
modification of the standards for distribution transformers on SCE’s underground distribution system.
• Developed an outage profile chart that was able to provide new insight to
customer outages and influence the outcomes of
multiple projects, from automation strategy to system modeling. • Led/Managed a cross functional, multilevel group to direct SCE’s distribution system design from device development to automation strategy.
Compliance Engineer (Electrical) – Pomona, CA April 2014 – October 2016
Provide guidance and support for SCE Transmission
Engineering on NERC Standards and Compliance. Develop a culture of compliance with-in SCE work practices. Maintain responsibility for the SCE Transmission Register including acting as the subject matter expert, facilitating updates, evaluating areas for improvement, and interfacing with the California Independent System Operator.
Accomplishments
• Led/Managed a project team to develop line ratings for SCE’s 115kV radial system in accordance with bulk electric system facility rating standards.
• Improved the quality of many compliance documents and practices, notably the Bulk Electric System Relay Misoperation and Corrective Action Plan Reporting.
• Streamlined engineering evidence collection for NERC
compliance standards.
• Aligned data quality and data discrepancies between the SCE and CAISO Transmission Register across multiple data
sources.
Energy Engineer (Electrical) – Rosemead, CA May 2008 –
April 2014
Provide guidance and support for SCE Energy Efficiency
programs and services. Author/draft engineering workpapers to support the SCE kWh and kW portfolio goals. Incorporate CPUC policy and SCE regulatory compliance into SCE’s DSM engineering calculations, process, and data systems.
Incorporate California building code (Title 24) and appliance
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6 code (Title 20) into engineering calculations and goals. Act as SCE’s subject matter expert for the Database for Energy Efficiency Resources (DEER). Manage and help design
database requirements for the internal Energy Efficiency measure database and interaction with SCE enterprise level systems.
Accomplishments
• Created a standardized measure naming convention used across the SCE EE portfolio, greatly reducing audit findings by improving consistency and accuracy.
• Developed an automized workpaper template using Microsoft Word and Excel that incorporates all of the SCE regulatory requirements while reducing overall creation time, saving time and money.
• Played a key role in the creation of the Master Measure Database (MMDB), the system of record for the SCE Energy Efficiency portfolio energy savings.
• Documented many of the cost effectiveness parameters used in the workpapers that were previously poorly defined. The documents are referenced statewide.
I&C Engineer – San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station – San Clemente, CA June 2004 – May 2008
Identify areas for improvement in power plant electrical and control systems. Create engineering change packages to
modify and update plant systems while adhering to NRC
requirements. Schedule large multiyear projects from the engineering design phase through the project implementation.
Perform root cause and apparent cause evaluations following equipment and performance anomalies. Create bid
specifications for equipment used in the power plant. Test equipment purchased for the power plant. Perform total loop uncertainty calculations for plant control system loops.
Accomplishments
• Lead engineer on a large project to update the power plant’s Feed-Water Turbine Digital Control System.
• Consistently completed projects on schedule while
coordinating across multiple organizations.
3. Education and Training
Please describe
applicable education
and training that may be
related to the
application to this Ad
Hoc Committee.
BS Electrical Engineering - S.C. Laude, California Polytechnic University Pomona, Pomona CA
Registered Professional Engineer, State of California – Electrical Engineer, License Number E-18762
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7 Certified Yellow-Belt Kaizen – Program run through SCE’s Corporate Continuous Improvement Department.
4. Additional Information
Use this space to
provide additional
information as required
or to describe in greater
detail any aspects of
your experience or
activities that show your
interest in water and
sewer issues.
With over 22 years in the utility industry at Southern California Edison, I bring a strong foundation that translates directly to water and sewer infrastructure, despite my experience being in the electric sector. Much of my career has focused on leading teams that guide the design of underground facilities, including trenching, conduit systems, and installation planning. These efforts require the same core competencies seen in water and wastewater work—coordination with municipalities, adherence to safety and environmental standards, and careful planning around existing subsurface conditions.
My experience also emphasizes the broader impact of
underground construction on the communities we serve.
Whether installing electrical, water, or sewer infrastructure, the work affects traffic, access, and daily life. Throughout my career, I have prioritized designs and approaches that minimize disruption while ensuring long-term reliability of essential services. This perspective—balancing technical execution with community impact—is directly applicable to water and sewer systems, which are equally critical to public health, resilience, and the overall well-being of the communities they support
5. References
Name Scott Mitchell
Phone Number
Email Address [email protected]
Name Dennis Kuntz
Phone Number
Email Address [email protected]
6. Community Activities
List current activities
and work back to when
you first moved to La
Verne. Include all
special projects and
positions you held in
Unrelated to La Verne – President of Rivertrail homeowners association 2005-currnet, Oceanside, CA
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8 organizations, for
example, President,
Secretary, Treasurer,
etc. Please include the
name of the
organization and length
of time served.
7. Required Prompts
Please answer the following questions in the provided space.
If you require more space to answer the questions, please email [email protected] with the additional information. Make sure to identify in the email when you submitted this application and your full name so we can incorporate your additional information with the submitted application.
What are the major
reasons that caused
you to move to La
Verne?
The major reasons I chose to move to La Verne center on the town’s unique aesthetic, strong sense of character, and its connection to living history.
I grew up nearby in West Covina, and even as a child, I have fond memories of visiting areas with tree-
lined streets that left a
lasting impression on me. Over time, that image stayed with me, and I’m fortunate now to live right in the heart of that environment on Bonita Avenue.
Equally important is the character of the community. My wife and I live in the historic Lordsburg area, where we value being able to step out of our front door and immediately be part of the downtown experience. Our connection to the community is further strengthened by family—my in-laws live near Heritage Park, which serves as a gather
ing point for local events like the
pumpkin patch and concerts in the park.
Finally, our home itself reflects what drew us here. Built in 1906, it represents the kind of historic character we deeply appreciate. Being part of a neighborhood with that kind of history—and contributing to the continuation of that story— adds a meaningful dimension to our experience living in La Verne.
What can you
contribute and why are
you interested in serving
on the Board?
My interest in serving on the board is rooted in both personal connection and a deep sense of public responsibility.
First and foremost, the area under discussion is not abstract to me—it is the neighborhood I call home. The decisions and direction of this board will directly shape the environment
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9 where my friends, family, and I live, interact, and build our day - to-day lives. With my background and experience, I am
confident in my ability to offer thoughtful, practical input that reflects both a technical understanding and a community- centered perspective. Beyond my immediate neighborhood, I also recognize the broader implications of this work—
particularly how it will influence connectivity and accessibility across the Los Angeles region through the Metro system.
These decisions will affect how people move, engage, and experience the city, and I am motivated to help ensure those outcomes are positive and inclusive.
Second, I have always taken great pride in contributing to work that has a tangible, visible impact on the public. Throughout my career with SCE, one of the most fulfilling aspects of my role has been the opportunity to support infrastructure and
initiatives that directly benefit the communities we serve. There is a strong sense of purpose in knowing that the work I do influences the reliability, safety, and quality of life for people I personally know—my friends, my family, and my neighbors.
That level of impact is not something I take lightly. It drives a heightened sense of accountability and commitment to doing the work thoughtfully and responsibly.
Serving on this board represents an extension of that same commitment. It is an opportunity to bring my professional experience and personal investment together in a way that supports meaningful outcomes for both my local community and the broader public.
Please list your
availability Monday
through Thursday.
Committee days and
times will be
determined pending the
availability of the
selected committee
members.
I currently work full-time but have the flexibility to take time off with advance notice to meet commitments as needed.
In the space below,
please include any
additional information
that may bolster your
application.
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City of La Verne,City Council
Agenda Report
DATE: July 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Erin Beilstein, Senior Management Analyst
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF CALPERS RETIRED
ANNUITANT ROBERT RUSSELL TO TEMPORARILY FILL A CRITICALLY NEEDED POSITION PURSUANT TO THE GOVERNMENT CODE.
SUMMARY
An extended leave of absence has created a temporary staffing need within the Battalion Chief ranks. Staff recommends temporarily appointing Mr. Robert Russell as a CalPERS retired annuitant to ensure continuity of knowledge, experience, and technical skills, as his continued service is essential to maintaining effective Fire Department operations for the City.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council adopt a Resolution titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL,
CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT AND 180-DAY WAIT PERIOD EXCEPTION FOR RETIRED ANNUITANT ROBERT RUSSELL," pursuant to Government Code Sections 21221(g), and CalPERS regulations.
DISCUSSION
One Fire Battalion Chief position is currently not being filled due to a long-term leave of absence. The Battalion Chief provides command-level support to the Fire Chief, serves as duty chief officer as assigned, assists in directing emergency activities, and supports departmental staffing, training, reporting, equipment, and operational needs. The Battalion Chief may assist with planning, organizing, and coordinating Department activities; implementing policies, goals, and priorities; administering Department rules and regulations; supporting personnel assignments and discipline; and representing the Department in interactions with the public, outside agencies, City leadership, and other City departments.
Critical Need for Retired Annuitant Appointment
The Battalion Chief is an essential City role and ensures the Fire Department continues to meet its public safety, staffing, reporting, and operational responsibilities.
Due to Mr. Russell’s command experience, institutional knowledge, and technical expertise, his continued service after his stated retirement date of August 22, 2026, is essential to maintaining operational continuity, supporting emergency response, and duty chief coverage during this leave of absence.
CalPERS Compliance
The appointment complies with applicable CalPERS regulations:
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• The retiree will work no more than 960 hours per fiscal year, consistent with CalPERS rules.
• The compensation rate will not exceed the hourly equivalent for the position and will not include any benefits, incentives, or other compensation not permitted for a retired annuitant.
• The recommended action includes that the City will adopt the attached required resolution documenting the critical need exception, as allowed under Government Code. • The appointment is temporary, limited, and made to ensure continuity of essential public services not to exceed one year, or until the employee on a leave of absence returns, whichever is shorter.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
Funds for this temporary appointment are available in the Fire Department’s budget. While the hourly rate will reflect the standard rate for the position, there will be no additional costs for benefits, resulting in a cost-neutral or cost-reduced temporary staffing solution compared to a full-time permanent employee and the leave of absence which is being filled with overtime.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Not applicable.
LEGAL REVIEW
This report was reviewed and approved by the City Attorney.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution Retired Annuitant Russell
2. Retired Annuitant Employement Agreement - Russell
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RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR
TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT FOR RETIRED ANNUITANT ROBERT RUSSELL
WHEREAS, in compliance with Government (Gov.) Code section 7522.56 of the Public Employees’ Retirement Law, the City of La Verne must provide CalPERS this certification resolution when hiring a retiree before 180 days has passed since their retirement date; and
WHEREAS, Robert Russell, CalPERS ID 5584682218 is retiring from the City of La Verne in the position of Battalion Chief, effective August 22, 2026; and
WHEREAS, Gov. Code section 7522.56 allows for the exception of the post- retirement employment 180 day waiting period for retired firefighters; and
WHEREAS, the La Verne City Council, the City of La Verne and Robert Russell certify that Robert Russell has not and will not receive a Golden Handshake or any other retirement-related incentive; and
WHEREAS, an appointment under Gov. Code section 21221(g) permits the retiree to be appointed to temporarily fill a position for an employee on a leave of absence; and
WHEREAS, the position is available because of a leave of absence granted to a person on a payroll status for a period not to exceed one year; and
WHEREAS, the position requires specialized skills; and
WHEREAS, the La Verne City Council hereby appoints Robert Russell as an interim appointment retired annuitant to the position of Battalion Chief for an employee on a leave of absence for the City of La Verne under Gov. Code section 21221(g), effective August 23, 2026; and
WHEREAS, this Gov. Code section 21221(g) appointment shall only be made once and therefore will end upon return of the employee from the leave of absence or no later than August 31, 2027, whichever occurs first; and
WHEREAS, the entire employment agreement, contract or appointment document between Robert Russell and the City of La Verne has been reviewed by this body and is attached herein; and
WHEREAS, no matters, issues, terms or conditions related to this employment and appointment have been or will be placed on a consent calendar; and
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WHEREAS, the employment shall be limited to 960 hours per fiscal year for all CalPERS employers; and
WHEREAS, the compensation paid to retirees cannot be less than the minimum nor exceed the maximum monthly base salary paid to other employees performing comparable duties; and
WHEREAS, the hourly rate paid to Robert Russell will be $65.7310; and
WHEREAS, Robert Russell has not and will not receive any other benefit, incentive, compensation in lieu of benefit or other form of compensation in addition to this hourly pay rate.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of La Verne as follows:
Section 1. That the La Verne City Council hereby certifies the nature of the employment of Robert Russell described herein and detailed in the attached employment agreement.
Section 2. That this appointment is necessary to fill the critically needed position of Battalion Chief for the City of La Verne by August 31, 2027, because of Mr. Russell’s knowledge, experience, and technical skill set, his continued service is essential to maintaining effective Fire Department operations, supporting emergency response readiness, ensuring continuity in suppression, EMS, prevention, training, and administrative functions, and providing responsible command-level support to the Fire Chief.
Section 3. That the City Manager of the City of La Verne is hereby authorized to execute an Agreement with Robert Russell for temporary post-retirement employment, said Agreement being in the form attached hereto and made a part hereof by reference as though the same were set forth in full herein
Section 4. That said action was taken during a regular meeting of the La Verne City Council and considered as part of the non-consent portion of the agenda.
Section 5. The Mayor shall sign and the Deputy City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and thereupon the same shall take effect and be in force.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 20th day of July, 2026.
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Mayor Tim Hepburn
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ATTEST:
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Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing [Resolution No. 26-XX] was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of La Verne at a meeting thereof held on the 20th day of July, 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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Debra Fritz, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
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EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
This employment agreement is effective as of August 23, 2026, between the City of La Verne (“Employer”) and Robert Russell (“Retired Annuitant”).
1. Employer desires to engage the services of Retired Annuitant in order to utilize his experience, abilities, and knowledge as a Battalion Chief under the terms and conditions set forth below and allowed for under the Government Code.
2. Retired Annuitant desires to enter into the employ of Employer and is willing to do so under the terms and conditions set forth below.
THEREFORE, in consideration of the above recitals and of mutual promises and conditions in this AGREEMENT, it is agreed as follows:
3. TERM OF EMPLOYMENT. Subject to earlier termination as provided for in this AGREEMENT, Retired Annuitant shall be employed for a term beginning August 23, 2026, and ending no later than August 31, 2027.
4. DUTIES AND AUTHORITY. Employer shall employ Retired Annuitant as a part-time Battalion Chief. The Battalion Chief shall be responsible for performing the duties necessary to maintain effective Fire Department operations, support emergency response readiness, and provide continuity in fire suppression, emergency medical services, prevention, training, and administrative functions. The Battalion Chief will provide command-level support to the Fire Chief, serve as duty chief officer as assigned, assist in directing emergency activities, and support departmental staffing, training, reporting, equipment, and operational needs. The Battalion Chief may assist with planning, organizing, and coordinating Department activities; implementing policies, goals, and priorities; administering Department rules and regulations; supporting personnel assignments and discipline; and representing the Department in interactions with the public, outside agencies, City leadership, and other City departments. Because of Mr.
Russell’s command experience, institutional knowledge, and technical expertise, his continued service is essential to maintaining operational continuity, supporting emergency response and duty chief coverage, and ensuring the Department continues to meet its public safety, staffing, reporting, and operational responsibilities. In carrying out these duties, the Battalion Chief is expected to exercise sound judgment, leadership, discretion, and professionalism under the direction of the Fire Chief or designee.
5. REASONABLE TIME AND EFFORT. During his employment, Retired Annuitant shall devote such time, interest, and effort to the performance of this AGREEMENT as determined by the Department and as allowed under State and Federal law(s). However, in no event shall Retired Annuitant work more than 960 hours during Fiscal Year 2026/2027.
6. WAGES. During the term of this AGREEMENT, Employer agrees to pay Retired Annuitant the hourly rate of $65.7310, payable in bi-weekly installments subject to all applicable withholdings and deductions. Retired Annuitant is eligible for any hourly rate increases approved by the City Council for the equivalent full-time Battalion Chief classification associated with employee group negotiations and/or cost of living increases.
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7. ADDITIONAL BENEFITS. Except as provided for above, or as required by State and Federal law, during the employment term, Retired Annuitant shall not be entitled to receive other benefits of employment generally available to Employer’s other full-time or part-time employees.
8. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT. Employer may terminate Retired Annuitant’s employment during the term of this AGREEMENT at its discretion and Retired Annuitant is considered an at-will employee.
9. INDEMNIFICATION BY EMPLOYER. Employer shall, to the maximum extent permitted by the law, indemnify and hold Retired Annuitant harmless for any acts or decisions made in the course and scope of employment. To the same extent, Employer will pay and advance all expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees and costs of court approved settlements, actually and necessarily incurred by Employer in connection with the defense of any action, suit or proceeding and in connection with any appeal, which has been brought against by reason of his performance of services as an officer or agent of the Employer.
10. TERMINATION OR RESIGNATION. Retired Annuitant may terminate this AGREEMENT by giving Employer prior written notice of resignation.
Executed on this ___ day of _________, 2026 in the City of La Verne, California.
Signatures:
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Ken Domer, City Manager
for the City of La Verne
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Robert Russell
Retired Annuitant
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Agenda Report
DATE: July 20, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: JR Ranells, Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT: RESOLUTIONS ESTABLISHING BENEFITS FOR EXECUTIVE
MANAGEMENT, MIDDLE MANAGEMENT, PROFESSIONAL AND
CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 25-51 AND NO. 25-52.
SUMMARY
In accordance with the City’s compensation and benefit practices the City Council is requested to approve an update to the benefit resolutions for Executive and Middle Management employees. These updates ensure alignment with established standards and supports the City's ongoing commitment to competitive and fiscally responsible employee compensation.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council adopt the attached Resolutions, titled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING BENEFITS FOR
EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES (DEPARTMENT HEADS) AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 25-51 and a "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING BENEFITS FOR MIDDLE MANAGEMENT, PROFESSIONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 25-52."
DISCUSSION
The proposed amendments to the Executive and Middle Management benefit resolutions are limited in scope and include updates to classification titles, an increase to the City's medical contribution for capped employees effective July 2026 consistent with the adjustment previously approved for the La Verne Police Officers' Association, and the removal of outdated references to public safety positions. As negotiations with other represented employee groups continue, Staff may return to the City Council with additional recommended amendments following the completion of those negotiations.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
The estimated increase in employer medical contributions for both groups, based on current employee benefit elections, is $43,200 annually. The necessary budget amendments, including an increase in appropriations of $33,600 within the General Fund and $9,600 within non- General Fund operating funds, will be included as part of the First Quarter Budget Update.
The General Fund increase will be fully offset by a transfer from the Measure LV Fund, consistent with Tier 1 eligible expenditures under the City's Measure LV Spending Guidelines.