CITY OF POMONA
COUNCIL REPORT
May 16, 2022
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: James Makshanoff, City Manager
Submitted By: Maura Montellano/ Beatrice Marrufo, Senior Administrative Assistant SUBJECT: FINDING OF PUBLIC BENEFIT TO THE COMMUNITY AT LARGE:
RECOMMENDED EXPENDITURE(S) AND RECAP OF EXPENDED FUNDS
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
Approve the expenditure(s) recommended and make the finding that the community at large will receive a public benefit from the expenditure of funds for the recommended item(s); and Receive and file the recap of final amounts for previously approved projects/activities.
CURRENT REQUEST(S):
Amount to be determined to Soccer Champions Youth League in support of new soccer equipment: Requested Amount: $5,478.19 Amount to be determined to Vietnamese Community of Pomona Valley in support of 47th Commemoration of the Fall of Saigon: Requested Amount: $1,335 Amount to be determined to Pomona Concert Band in support of Summer Concert Series: $5,000 Amount to be determined to Bright Prospect in support of Unity Day LA: Requested Amount: $2,000 Amount to be determined to Pomona Natives in support of Community Clean Up: Requested Amount: $5,000 FISCAL IMPACT: All approved expenditures are paid from the requesting Councilmembers’ line item accounts as approved in the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget.
PREVIOUS RELATED ACTION: At the regular City Council meeting of February 6, 2006, the Council approved an Expense and Reimbursement Policy in compliance with the requirements of Assembly Bill 1234. At the regular City Council meeting of November 16, 2015, the Council adopted Finding of Public Benefit “Best Practices” Guidelines and the Finding of Public Benefit Request Form.
DISCUSSION: The Mayor and/or individual Councilmembers, as listed below, have requested that the Council approve funding for each organization, activity, and/or event as specified below and request that the Council approve the funding amount and make the findings that these expenditures will provide a public benefit to the community at large. Supporting forms for the newly-requested findings are attached (No. 1-5).
Current Request(s)
Organization: Soccer Champions Youth League
Project/Activity: New Soccer Equipment
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Keeps kids busy after school and on Sundays, which are game days. This helps them attain physical and mental health. The children learn to be more social and learn the importance of teamwork.
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Organization: Vietnamese Community of Pomona Valley
Project/Activity: 47th Commemoration of the Fall of Saigon Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: To help residents understand the reason why Vietnamese refugees arrived in the United States and to promote harmony.
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $1,335
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Organization: Pomona Concert Band
Project/Activity: Summer Band Concerts
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Free musical event for all the community to enjoy at Ganesha Park Bandshell.
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Steve Lustro
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $5,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Organization: Bright Prospect
Project/Activity: Unity Day LA
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Support will help purchase approximately 50 tickets so our students and families from Pomona may receive admission to the event without financial hardship. Your support will bring our community together to celebrate the legacy of Harriet Tubman, experience unity with one another, and participate in this important Citywide event.
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Steve Lustro
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $2,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Organization: Pomona Natives
Project/Activity: Community Clean Up Day
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: By providing funding to the community to have our own safe haven in a safe zoned area and uniting the City and showing that our children’s safety is most important and the parent’s cries for help in our city don't go unheard.
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Steve Lustro
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $5,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Findings Eligible for Contributions
The following summarizes Council contributions towards findings within the 30 day period following Council approval in accordance with the Council adopted policy. These items are still eligible for additional contributions.
Organization: Just Us 4 Youth
Project/Activity: Young Women’s Becoming Conference
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Help our youth flourish in courage, character and community building. Enhance and cultivate the students’ self-esteem and confidence in loving and accepting themselves.
Finding Date: 5/2/22
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Victor Preciado Deadline for Contributions: 6/2/22
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $2,500
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D2 - $250, D3 - $200, D4 - $200 Total Funding amount: $650
Organization: Pomona Public Works Department
Project/Activity: Preferential Parking Permit in District 6 Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Reduces impact of non-resident parking for Pomona residents.
Finding Date: 5/2/22
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Robert Torres Deadline for Contributions: 6/2/22
Organization Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D6 - $401.49
Total Funding amount: $401.19
Organization: Jacqueline Elizalde
Project/Activity: Plantitas
Approved by CLC: No
Finding Recommended: Funds will help with the cost of canopy rental, print materials, plant giveaway purchase and other costs to operate the event.
Finding Date: 5/2/22
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Robert Torres Organization Requested Funding Amount: $1,100
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D4 - $600, D6 - $1,000 Total Funding amount: $1,600
Organization: Nogales Soldiers & Pomona African American Museum Project/Activity: Juneteenth Celebration
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Exhibit offers an educational/cultural benefit for the community, showcasing the Nogales Buffalo Soldiers exhibit honoring the African American/Black military contribution to American History.
Finding Date: 5/2/22
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Deadline for Contributions: 6/2/22
Organization Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D2 - $200, D3 - $200, D5 - $250 Total Funding amount: $650
Organization: Kennedy Austin Foundation
Project/Activity: 16th Annual Million Mothers March
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: This is an outreach and extension of communities coming together to bring peace and hope to families devastated by the loss of a family member of child.
Finding Date: 5/2/22
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Deadline for Contributions: 6/2/22
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $3,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D2 - $150, D3 - $200 Total Funding amount: $350
Organization: Pomona Memorial Park
Project/Activity: 149th Memorial Day Celebration
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: An opportunity for the Mayor and City Council to address residence and honor our veterans from Pomona.
Finding Date: 5/2/22
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Mayor Tim Sandoval
Deadline for Contributions: 6/2/22
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $3,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D2 - $200, D3 - $200, D4 - $200 Total Funding amount: $600
Organization: Pomona Natives
Project/Activity: Youth Football Team
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Funds will bridge the gap by providing opportunities that aid in children’s health and wellness programs.
Finding Date: 5/2/22
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Mayor Tim Sandoval
Deadline for Contributions: 6/2/22
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $3,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D2 - $500, D3 - $200 Total Funding amount: $700
Organization: Pomona Pride Center
Project/Activity: Pomona Valley Youth Empowerment Summit Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: This event will include a series of speakers that will promote the health and wellbeing of the youth in Pomona areas.
Finding Date: 4/18/22
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Victor Preciado Deadline for Contributions: 5/18/22
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $4,500
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D3 - $150, D7 - $250, D2 - $100 Total Funding amount: $500
Organization: Latino/a RoundTable
Project/Activity: Dia del Niñe
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Bring entertainment and activities to families and children for this traditional cultural activity.
Finding Date: 4/18/22
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Deadline for Contributions: 5/18/22
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $2,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D3 - $150, D7 - $250 Total Funding amount: $400
Organization: Kiwanis Club of Pomona
Project/Activity: 100th Anniversary Gala
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Benefits Pomona youth with service projects that the club provides.
Finding Date: 4/18/22
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Deadline for Contributions: 5/18/22
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $1,200
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D3 - $150, D4 - $100, D7 - $250, D2 - $100 Total Funding amount: $600
Organization: Just Us 4 Youth
Project/Activity: YES (Youth & Young Adult Employment Services Job & Career Expo) Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: This event will bring opportunities for employment and career readiness here in the community.
Finding Date: 4/18/22
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Deadline for Contributions: 5/18/22
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $500
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D3 - $100, D4 - $100, D5 - $100, D7 - $250 Total Funding amount: $550
Organization: Juneteenth Education Technology Mobile Arts Center Project/Activity: 32nd Pomona Valley Juneteenth Jazz and Arts Festival Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: This event is for the public to gather for the celebration of freedom. It brings together the diverse community and cultures for educational, historical, economic and health benefits, Finding Date: 4/18/22
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Deadline for Contributions: 5/18/22
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $25,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D3 - $150, D5 - $250, D7 - TBD Total Funding amount: $400
Organization: Costanoan Rumsen Carmel Tribe
Project/Activity: 28th Annual Ohlone Big Time Pow Wow
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Cultural event open to the public.
Finding Date: 4/18/22
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Victor Preciado Deadline for Contributions: 5/18/22
Organization Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Recap of Expended Funds
The following summarizes additional Council contributions toward findings that expired and are past the 30 day period following Council approval, in accordance with the Council adopted policy.
Organization: Victory Outreach Church of Pomona
Project/Activity: Easter Community Outreach
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Giveaway toys to children in the community in low-income families.
Finding Date: 4/4/22
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Mayor Tim Sandoval
Deadline for Contributions: 5/4/22
Organization Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D3 - $100, D7 - $250 Total Funding amount: $350
Organization: Eagles Lodge
Project/Activity: Easter Egg Hunt
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: This will serve for fun, games, raffles, stuffed animals and food for the Youth of Pomona.
Finding Date: 4/4/22
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole Deadline for Contributions: 5/4/22
Organization Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D3 - $100, D4 - $750, D7 - $250, D2 - $100 Total Funding amount: $1,200
COUNCIL PRIORITIES & GOALS: This item supports the 2020 City Council Priorities & Goals ATTACHMENT(S):
Attachment No. 1 – Soccer Champions Youth League
Attachment No. 2 – Vietnamese Community of Pomona Valley Attachment No. 3 – Pomona Concert Band
Attachment No. 4 – Bright Prospective
Attachment No. 5 – Pomona Natives
Prepared by:
Maura Montellano/ Beatrice Marrufo
Senior Administrative Assistant
Finding of Public Benefit