CLOSED SESSION
Cancelled due to lack of business items to be discussed.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Sandoval called the City Council Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Sandoval led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Tim Sandoval
Councilmember John Nolte
Councilmember Victor Preciado
Councilmember Nora Garcia
Vice Mayor Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole
Councilmember Steve Lustro
Councilmember Robert Torres
STAFF PRESENT
James Makshanoff, City Manager
Sonia Carvalho, City Attorney
Rosalia Butler, City Clerk
Karla Shipman, Assistant City Clerk
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Pomona, CA 91766 City of Pomona
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Mayor Tim Sandoval
Councilmember John Nolte
Councilmember Victor Preciado
Councilmember Nora Garcia
Vice Mayor Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole
Councilmember Steve Lustro
Councilmember Robert S. Torres
VISION STATEMENT
Pomona will be recognized as a vibrant, safe, beautiful community that is a fun and exciting destination and the home of arts and artists, students and scholars, business and industry. 7:00 PM Monday, December 19, 2022 Council Chambers
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Diana Robles, Deputy City Clerk
Maricela Miotto, contracted by the City, provided translation services.
SPECIAL ITEM
1. Official Election Results of the November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -221 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD NOVEMBER 8, 2022 DECLARING THE RESULT
AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW
City Clerk Butler gave the staff presentation.
MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL, SECOND BY JOHN NOLTE, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2022-221.
Administration of the Oaths of Office to Councilmember Preciado, Councilmember Garcia and Councilmember Lustro took place.
Mayor Sandoval recessed the meeting at 7:15 p.m.
Meeting resumed at 7:30 p.m.
PRESENTATIONS
*Presentation of Certificate of Recog nition to David Judah 1 Oliver, Past Poet Laureate, and Incoming Poet Laureate, Caesar Avelar
Deputy City Manager Mark Gluba gave a brief presentation regarding the establishment of Pomona’s official Poet L aureate program. Mayor Sandoval presented the Certificate of Recognition to David Judah 1 Oliver and Caesar Avelar. David read a poem about Pomona and gave thanks to his supporters. Caesar Avelar spoke about the growing community of poets in Pomona.
*Presentation by the Pomona Police Department on the City’s Traffic Project
This presentation was moved to a future City Council meeting.
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MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBER COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Preciado gave thanks to all the organizations that hosted various events in the City for the month of December. He gave a shout out to the Community S ervices department for working with residents to facilitate events. He attended the Fox Theater’s Posada event. He wished everyone happy holidays.
Vice Mayor Ontiveros-Cole gave congratulations to the re -elected Councilmembers. She attended Restoration Ministries’ Toy Drive and stated it was very successful. She also commended the Pomona Police Department’s Toy Drive held at City Hall. She also reminded everyone to be cautious when driving, and be safe to spend time with loved ones.
Councilmember Garcia reminded that Santa Claus would be visiting the Pomona Library on Wednesday, December 21, 2022. She gave thanks to Pomona PD, all the churches, and organizations hosting toy drive s for the children of Pomona. She wished everyone happy holidays and a happy new year.
Councilmember Lustro gave thanks to all City Staff, and outside organizations that have participated in or hosted holiday related events throughout the City benefiting the residents of Pomona . He gave con gratulations to the re -elected C ouncilmembers, and stated he looks forward to working with this Council and City Staff for the next four years. He wished everyone happy holidays and a happy new year.
Councilmember Nolte congratulated the re -elected C ouncilmembers and stated he feels thankful to witness the swearing in ceremonies, and to be on a council that upholds democracy and integrity.
Mayor Sandoval also congratulated the re-elected Councilmembers, and commended all of them for running positive campaign s that were based on their values and work for the community. He stated he looks forward to continuing to work with this Council. He gave thanks to various organizations that hosted toy drives in t he City of Pomona. He gave thanks to all City Staff for their time and energy.
CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
City Manager Makshanoff reminded everyone that City Hall will be closed beginning Thursday, December 22 , 2022 through Monday, January 2, 2023 and w ill re-open with regular business hours beginning on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
At the direction of the City Council Emergency Sub Committee, beginning with the July 18, 2022 Council meeting, emailed comments will no longer be read into the record during Council meetings. However, they will be included as part of the record/meeting minutes.
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Live Comments were as follows:
Amado Saul Sanchez asked for help because his landlord is seeking to evict him unless he pays thirty percent more rent and is seeking representation.
Benjamin Wood gave congratulations to re -elected Councilmembers. He stated he wanted to follow up on the emergency rent -stabilization ordinance, and asked what infrastructure will be in place to protect tenant rights.
Irene Aguirre was called but did not speak.
Elinor Crescenzi congratulated re-elected Councilmembers. She raised concerns with the process of adopting the solid waste exclusive franchise, and hopes to avoid them in the future.
CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to approve the Consent Calendar except for Item No. 10 , pulled for questions by Councilmember Lustro, and Items No. 11 and No. 16, which w ere pulled for public comment.
1. Approval of City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes
It is recommended that the City Council approve the following City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes:
November 21, 2022 Meeting Minutes
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to approve the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes of November 21, 2022.
2. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 4325 Awarding Non -Exclusive Towing Franchises for City-Initiated Tows to Four (4) Franchises
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 4325 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AWARDING NON -EXCLUSIVE TOWING FRANCHISES FOR CITY-INITIATED TOWS TO SANDERS TOWING INC., S & J TOWING SERVICE, INC., CARPE CARMA, L.L.C., dba POMONA VALLEY TOWING, INC., AND AL & SON’S TO WING, INC. FOR A TERM OF THREE YEARS
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Ordinance No. 4325.
3. Acceptance of the State of California Alcoholic Beverage Control Mini Grant
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -199 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL ( ABC) MINI GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $40,000 AND ADMENDING THE FY 2022 -23 OPERATING
BUDGET BY INCREASING REVENUE ESTIMATES AND APPROPRIATIONS
BY SAID FUNDS
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2022-199.
4. Approval of the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 23 -24) for the Period of July 1, 202 3 through June 30, 2024, Approving the Administrative Budget for the Same Period and Authorizing the Transmittal of the ROPS and Administrative Budget to the Oversight Board for Approval
It is recommended that the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. SA 2022 -02 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL,
SITTING AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA APPROVING THE
RECOGNIZED OBLIGATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE (ROPS 23 -24) FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2023 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2024, APPROVING THE
ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET FOR THE SAME PERIOD, AND AUTHORIZING
THE TRANSMITTAL OF THE ROPS AND ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET TO THE
OVERSIGHT BOARD FOR APPROVAL
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. SA 2022-02.
5. Extension of City’s Non -Exclusive Commercial Solid Waste Franchise Agreements and Agreement for Recycle Bin and Roll-Off Services for City Facilities
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve an extension to the current agreement with Arakelian Enter prises, Inc., dba Athens Services, from January 1, 2023, through June 30, 2023, for recycle bin and roll-off services for City Facilities;
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2) Approve an extension to the current agreement with Arakelian Enterprises, Inc., dba Athens Services, from January 1, 2023, through June 30, 2023, for services in the Angela-Chanslor and Abbey-Karesh neighborhoods;
3) Approve an extension to the current co mmercial non -exclusive franchise agreement with Arakelian Enterprises, Inc., dba Athens Services, from January 1, 2023, through June 30, 2023;
4) Approve an extension to the current commercial non -exclusive franchise agreement with Burrtec Waste Industrie s, Inc., from January 1, 2023, through June 30, 2023;
5) Approve an extension to the current commercial non -exclusive franchise agreement with Zerep Management Corporation, dba Valley Vista Services, Inc., from January 1, 2023, through June 30, 2023;
6) Approve an extension to the current commercial non -exclusive franchise agreement with USA Waste of California, Inc., dba Waste Management, from January 1, 2023, through June 30, 2023; and
7) Authorize the City Manager to execute the extensions to the cont racts on behalf of the City, subject to review by the City Attorney.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to approve an extension to the current agreement with Arakelian Enterprises, Inc., dba Athens Services, from January 1, 2023, through June 30, 2023, for recycle bin and roll -off services for City Facilities; a pprove an extension to the current agreement with A rakelian Enterprises, Inc., dba Athens Services, from January 1, 2023, through June 30, 2023, for services in the Angela -Chanslor and Abbey-Karesh neighborhoods; approve an extension to the current commercial non - exclusive franchise agreement with Arakelian Enterprises, Inc., dba Athens Services, from January 1 , 2023, through June 30, 2023; a pprove an extension to the current commercial non-exclusive franchise agreement with Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc., from January 1 , 2023, through June 30, 2023; a pprove an extension to the current commercial non -exclusive franchise agreement with Zerep Management Corporation, dba Valley Vista Services, Inc., from January 1 , 2023, through June 30, 2023; a pprove an extension to the current commercial non -exclusive franchi se agreement with USA Waste of California, Inc., dba Waste Management, from January 1, 20 23, through June 30, 2023; and a uthorize the City Manager to execute the extensions to the contracts on behalf of the City, subject to review by the City Attorney.
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6. Approval of Lot Merger LM1 -2022 for the Property Located at 803 -819 E. Mission Boulevard, Pomona, CA Assessor Parcel Number 8335 -016-047, Related to the Remodeling and Upgrading of an Existing Commercial Property (Council District 3)
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -224 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING LOT MERGER LM1 - 2022 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 803-819 E. MISSION BOULEVARD, ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 8335-016-047
2) Authorize the City Engineer to sign the Lot Merger LM1 -2022 on behalf of the City of Pomona
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2022-224.
7. Resolution Amending the FY 2022 -23 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget by Amending the Description of “ City Hall Complex Remodel and Flooring,” Project No. 428-2590-XXXXX-74115 and Appropriating $100,000 of Available General Fund Reserves to the Project
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-223 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2022-23 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY AMENDING THE
DESCRIPTION OF “CITY HALL COMPLEX REMODEL AND FLOORING,” PROJECT NO. 428 -2590-XXXXX-74115 AND APPROPRIATING $100,000 OF
AVAILABLE GENERAL FUND RESERVES TO THE PROJECT
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2022-223.
8. Acceptance of the U.S. Department of Justice Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -214 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA ACCEPTING THE U.S. DEPARTMENT
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INCREASING REVENUE ESTIMATES AND APPROPRIATIONS IN THE SAME AMOUNT
2) Authorize the use of Sourcewell Cooperative contract #011221-urm to U.S. Armor Corporation for the purchase of Bulletproof vest body armor in the amount of $17,958
3) Authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute any and all agreements on behalf of the City.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2022-214.
9. Award a Contract to Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. for Water Engineering Services for the City of Pomona
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve a three year agreement with I nterwest Consulting Group, Inc. in the amount of $983, 580 for engineering plan review consulting services, with two one-year renewal options; and,
2) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the agreement and any extensions, subsequent change s or amendments thereto, on behalf of the City, subject to review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to approve a three year agreement with Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. in the amount of $983, 580 for engineering plan review consulting services, with two one -year renewal options; and, authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the agreement and any extensions, subseq uent changes or amendments thereto, on behalf of the City, subject to review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
10. Execution of Agreements for the Continuation of the City Lot Remediation Environmental Cleanup Project
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -213 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2022-23 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING $1,660,000 OF REFUSE FUND RESERVES TO THE “CITY LOT REMEDIATION,”
PROJECT NO. 418-2590-XXXXX-71021
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2) Approve a three-year agreement with two one-year renewal options with EnSafe, Inc. in the amount of $1,510,000 for the continuation of the soil vapor extraction cleanup, groundwater analysis, and groundwater cleanup;
3) Approve the allocation of $98,426 for oversight services provided by the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) in FY 2022 -23 which will be processed as an amendment to PO200727;
4) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the EnSafe agreement and any amendments on behalf of the City, subject to review and approval as to form by the City Attorney; and,
5) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the Voluntary Cleanup Agreement amendment with DTSC on behalf of the City.
Councilmember Lustro and Councilmember Garcia asked questions. Water Resources Director Chris Diggs answered their questions.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2022-213.
11. Donation of Unclaimed Surplus Property Pomona Hope for Home Services Center
It is recommended that the City Council approve a donation of unclaimed surplus property to be released to Pomona Hope for Home Services Center.
Public Speaker Elinor Crescenzi expressed support for the distribution of these resources, but asked if the City can develop systems to let other organizations know they are available, and apply to get those resources.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 7-0 to approve a donation of unclaimed surplus property to be released to Pomona Hope for Home Services Center.
12. Receive and File the City of Pomona Annual Report on Development Impact Fees for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2022
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the City of Pomona Annual Report on Development Impact Fees as of June 30, 2022.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to receive and file the City of Pomona Annual Report on Development Impact Fees as of June 30, 2022.
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13. Approval of Goddess Award to Community Member, California State Senator Connie Leyva
It is recommended that the City Council approve the Goddess Award to community member, California State Senator Connie Leyva for her dedication and continuous years of service to the City of Pomona.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7 -0, to approve the Goddess Awar d to community member, California State Senator Connie Leyva for her dedication and continuous years of service to the City of Pomona.
14. Biennial Review and Adoption of the City’s Amended Conflict of Interest Codes
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolutions amending the Conflict of Interest Codes for the City of Pomona and Pomona Housing Authority:
RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -233 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORN IA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING AN AMENDED
CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE APPLICABLE TO THE MEMBERS OF THE
CITY COUNCIL AND SPECIFIED AND DESIGNATED OFFICERS AND
EMPLOYEES
RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -234 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING AN AMENDED
CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE APPLICABLE TO THE MEMBERS OF THE
GOVERNING BOARD OF THE POMONA HOUSING AUTHORITY AND
DESIGNATED CITY EMPLOYEES BY INCORPORATING CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS SECTION 18730 - THE STANDARD CONFLIC T OF INTEREST CODE
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2022-233 and Resolution No. 2022-234.
15. Resolutions Amending the FY 2022 -23 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget by Accepting, Increasing Revenue Estimates, and Appropriating $6,014,328 in State Grant Funding to CIP Project “Pomona Library Facility Improvements,” Project No. 428-2590-XXXXX-74120 and Amending the Project Description
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolutions:
RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -227 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING T HE SUBMISSION OF
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FROM THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA BUDGET ACT OF 2021 (SB 129)
RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -228 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2022-23 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY AMENDING THE
DESCRIPTION OF CIP PROJECT, “POMONA LIBRARY FACILITY
IMPROVEMENTS,” PROJECT NO. 428 -2590-XXXXX-74120 AND
INCREASING REVENUE ESTIMATES AND APPROPRIATING $6,014,328 OF CALIFORNIA BUDGET ACT OF 2021 (SB 129) GRANT F UNDING
ADMINISTERED BY THE CALIFORNIA STATE LIBRARY TO THE PROJECT
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2022-227 and Resolution No. 2022-228.
16. Adoption of Resolutions Amending the A-B Class Comp Plan To Add a New Group B Level Position, Amending the Memorandum of Understanding with the Pomona Mid-Management/Confidential Employees’ Association (PMMCEA) and the Pomona City Employees’ Chapter of the Teamsters Local 1932 (PCEA), and Amend ing the Authorized Staffing Levels and Citywide Salary Schedule within the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Operating Budget Related to Bringing Building and Safety Services In-House
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolutions:
RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -229 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING APPENDIX A OF THE
COMPENSATION PLAN FOR EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT GROUP A AND B
EMPLOYEES BY ADDING THE BUILDING OFFICIAL CLASSIFICATION AND
AMENDING THE AUTH ORIZED STAFFING LEVELS IN THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2022 -23 OPERATING
BUDGET BY THE ACTIONS LISTED HEREIN
RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -230 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING APPENDIX B OF THE
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE POMONA CITY
EMPLOYEES’ CHAPTER OF THE TEAMSTERS LOCAL 1932 BY ADDING
VARIOUS BUILDING AND SAFETY CLASSIFICATIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -231 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING APPENDIX B OF THE
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE POMONA
MID-MANAGEMENT / CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES’ ASSOCIATION TO ADD
THE CLASSIFICATIONS OF DEPUTY BUILDING OFFICIAL AND BUILDING &
SAFETY COORDINATOR
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RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -232 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE CITY OF POMONA’S SALARY SCHEDULE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022 -23 TO MEET THE
CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATION S TITLE 2, SECTIONS 570.5 AND 571
TO REFLECT ADDING NEW CLASSIFICATIONS ASSIGNED TO THE NEWLY
CREATED BUILDING & SAFETY DIVISION
Public Speaker Shelby Sieracki, a representative of Interwest Consulting, spoke in opposition to this item.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 7-0 to adopt Resolution No. 2022-229, Resolution No. 2022-230, Resolution No. 2022-231, and Resolution No. 2022-232.
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
17. Finding of Public Benefit to the Community at Large -Recommended Expenditure(s) and Recap of Expended Funds
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) 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
A) Amount to be determined to Project Resilience for Unity in the Community for Human Trafficking Awareness: Requested Amount: $1,500
B) Amount to be determined to Pomona Police Officers Association for Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway: Requested Amount: $2,500
C) Amount to be determined to Pomona Unified School District to cover costs associated with use of facilities for City Community Meeting: TBD
D) Amount to be determined to Pomona Catholic School for Pomona Catholic Casino Night 2023: Requested Amount: $2,500
E) Amount to be determined to PEARLS of Service, Inc. for its Mental Health Workshop: Requested Amount: $750
2) Receive and fil e the recap of final amounts for previously approved projects/activities.
MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER NOLTE, CARRIED 7-0, to make a finding of public benefit for Items A-E.
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18. Presentation of the Updated Ten-Year Financial Forecast and Adopt a Resolution to approve the Updated Consolidated Fiscal Policies and Administrative Procedures and Pursue a Pension 115 Trust
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions and adopt the following resolutions:
1) Receive and File the updated Ten-Year Financial Forecast
RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -225 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING THE CITY’ S UPDATED
CONSOLIDATED FISCAL POLICIES AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES
2) Direct staff to pursue a Pension 115 Trust that allows the City to build its pension reserve while maintaining oversight of inv estment management and control over the risk tolerance of the portfolio.
Finance Director Andrew Mowbray started the staff presentation , and introduced Steve Montano and Jim Morris, from Urban Futures, who finished the presentation.
Councilmembers asked various questions which staff answered. City Manager Makshanoff advised a sub -committee meeting will be scheduled, and the resolution would be brought back to Council on January 23, 2023.
A VOTE WAS NOT TAKEN however, City Council directed staff to receive and file the updated Ten-Year Financial Forecast, and direct ed staff to pursue a Pension 115 Trust that allows the City to build its pension reserve while maintaining oversight of investment management and control over the risk tolerance of the portfolio.
19. Adoption of a Resolution Approving Exception to the 180 -Day Wait Period for Retired Annuitant Employment Pursuant to California Government Code Sections 7522.56(F) and 21224
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -226 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA FOR EXCEPTION TO THE 180 -DAY WAIT
PERIOD FOR RETIRED ANNUITANT EMPLOYMENT (GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 7522.56 & 21224)
Human Resources Director Rene Anderson was prepared with a presentation but Council advised they did not need it.
MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 7-0 to adopt Resolution No. 2022-226.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
20. Introduction and Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance Amending Section .5809 -26, of the City of Pomona Zoning Ordinance pertaining to Accessory Dwelling Unit and Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations
It is recommended that the City Council introduce, waive further, give first reading and adopt the following urgency ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 4324 - AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA AMENDING SECTION .5809 -26 OF THE CITY OF
POMONA ZONING ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO ACCE SSORY DWELLING
UNIT AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT REGULATIONS AND
DETERMINING THE ORDINANCE TO BE EXEMPT FROM CEQA
Development Services Director Anita Gutierrez introduced Senior Planner Vinny Tam who gave the staff presentation.
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing.
There were no public speakers.
The Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
Councilmembers asked questions regarding the changes. City Staff responded to Council’s questions.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILME MBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0 to introduce, waive further, give first reading and adopt Ordinance No. 4324.
21. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 4326 Amending Sections 74 -1 and 74-31 of the Pomona City Code to Adopt the 2022 Edition of the California Building Standards Code
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 4326 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 74 -1 AND 74 -31 OF ARTICLE I, CHAPTER 74 OF THE POMONA CITY CODE BY ADOPTING THE 2022 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA CODES AND RELATED MODEL CODES
WITH APPENDICES AND AMENDMENTS THERETO
There was no staff presentation.
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The Mayor opened the public hearing.
There were no public speakers.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL , SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 7-0 to adopt Ordinance No. 4326.
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council Meeting adjourned at 9:59 p.m. on December 19, 2022.
Respectfully submitted, ATTEST:
ROSALIA A. BUTLER, MMC TIM SANDOVAL
City Clerk/Secretary of the Pomona Mayor/Chair of the Pomona Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Redevelopment Agency