505 S. Garey Ave
City of Pomona Pomona, CA 91766
Regular Meeting Minutes
City Council / Housing Authority / Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency
Mayor Tim Sandoval
Vice Mayor John Nolte
Councilmember Victor Preciado
Councilmember Nora Garcia
Councilmember 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.
Monday, July 17, 2023 7:00 PM PUSD Ed Center Board Room
CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d) (4))
One (1) matter regarding possible litigation to be initiated will be discussed.
B) CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6)
Part Time Unrepresented Employees
Part Time General Employees Unit
Unrepresented Group A and B Employees
Unrepresented Mid-Management Group C-2 Employees
Pomona City Employees' Association, a Chapter of Teamsters Local 1932 Pomona Mid-Management Confidential Employees Association (PMMCEA) Pomona Police Officers Association (PPOA)
Pomona Police Managers Association (PPMA)
Labor Negotiators: James Makshanoff and René Anderson
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Sandoval called the City Council Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
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CITY ATTORNEY REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Sonia Carvalho stated there was no reportable action.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Garcia led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Tim Sandoval
Vice Mayor John Nolte
Councilmember Victor Preciado
Councilmember Nora Garcia
Councilmember Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole
Councilmember Steve Lustro
Councilmember Robert Torres
Absent: None
STAFF PRESENT
James Makshanoff, City Manager
Sonia Carvalho, City Attorney
Rosalia Butler, City Clerk
Karla Shipman, Assistant City Clerk
Diana Robles, Deputy City Clerk
Maricela Miotto, contracted by the City, provided translation services.
PRESENTATIONS
*Proclamation Recognizing July 2023 as "Parks and Recreation Month" in the City of Pomona
Mayor Sandoval presented the proclamation to staff: Public Works Director Rene Guerrero, Community Services Manager Mike Osoff, Community Services Staff members Ernie and Nate. Director Rene Guerrero expressed thanks to the community for speaking up on the importance of Parks to community life. * Proclamation Declaring August 1, 2023 as "National Night Out Day" in the City of Pomona Councilmember Garcia presented the proclamation to Pomona P.D. staff: Cpl. Torres, Community Services Officer Lou and Facility Dog Tuckerman. Cpl. Torres invited everyone to attend National Night Out on Tuesday, August 1, 2023.
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*Proclamation Recognizing July 26, 2023 as the 75th Anniversary of Executive Order 9981:
Desegregation of the Armed Forces
Councilmember Lustro presented the proclamation to Jeannette Ellis-Royston, President of the NAACP Pomona Branch, who spoke a few words about freedom and equality.
*Proclamation Recognizing July 28, 2023 as "Buffalo Soldiers Day" in the City of Pomona Councilmember Torres presented the proclamation to Donna Houston who spoke about the impact of her grandfather being a Buffalo Soldier. She also expressed words of gratitude for receiving the proclamation.
MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBER COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Lustro expressed thanks to the volunteers that helped clean up the Spadra Cemetery last Saturday. He invited everyone to join for the next Spadra Cemetery clean up, which will take place on Saturday, August 5th at 5 p.m.
Councilmember Garcia thanked the Community Services and the Library teams for all the various events they have put on for the youth in the community. Since not everyone has access to social media to stay informed of upcoming events, Councilmember Garcia asked everyone to share the upcoming events with everyone they know.
Councilmember Torres wished everyone a Happy Father's Day, Happy Junteenth Day and Happy Independence Day. He also encouraged everyone to attend the LA Care Healthplan Back to School event that will have a backpack giveaway, taking place on Sunday, July 29, 2023.
Councilmember Preciado also gave thanks to the Community Services and Library teams.
He highlighted the National Skate Day event at the Shaun Diamond Plaza that took place this past weekend. He also announced there would be a festival at the Martin Luther King Park in September. He attended the CommUnity Pull-Up event at Ganesha Park and the District 1 Area Commander meeting. Lastly, he announced the upcoming Pomona Hope Festival at Tony Cerda Park, and the Pomona 5k race, both taking place in October.
Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole discussed safety measures people can take to stay safe during the heat wave, and asked people to pay special attention to seniors and pets during these high temperatures. She also requested community members to do what they can to help keep trees hydrated. She attended the Pomona Chambers 135th Annual Awards and Installation. Lastly, she advised everyone to drive safely on the roads.
Mayor Sandoval acknowledged the outstanding work done by Community Services and the Pomona Library. He announced the Pomona Concert Band at Ganesha Park on Thursday, July 20, and invited everyone to the City Concert taking place on Friday, July 28 at the Civic Center Plaza.
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CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
City Manager Makshanoff gave thanks to the Finance Department for their work in increasing the City's FITCH rating for pension obligation bonds. He also announced the Business Rental Assistance program has begun. Lastly, he also announced the summer reading program would begin on Thursday at the Pomona Library.
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.
Live Comments were as follows:
Diego Guillermo Sanchez invited the community to attend a community conversation hosted by Just Us 4 Youth at the Pomona Library to discuss extreme heat and its effects on the community.
Tracy Powell discussed traffic violations and speeding issues at the intersection of Hamilton Ave and Orange Grove Ave; she also requested speed bumps.
Eunice Russell discussed issues surrounding a claim she had submitted to the City. She also stated she has not heard back from the City Attorney or the City Manager regarding what she believes were Brown Act violations during the re-districting process.
Michael Webb discussed a California Vehicle Code section and the obstacles he has faced in small claims court against a towing company that had towed his truck while parked in Pomona.
John Clifford expressed concern that there is stalling on the Police Oversight Commission and no movement on the formation of the Ethics commission.
Victor De Anda discussed his concerns with the street taco vendors and his frustration with Code Compliance.
Victor Casillas requested that the Valley Center Trailer Estate be under the jurisdiction of the City of Pomona instead of the San Bernardino Housing Authority.
Martin Perez gave thanks to the City Council, to the Parks and Rec Committee, and Staff for improvements at Hamilton Park, and for the summer concerts.
Brentavio Parker discussed his concerns with Pomona Police Internal Affairs' process.
Lorena Parker announced the Christmas Parade hosted by the Downtown Pomona Owners Association will take place on Saturday, December 9, and requested extra help from the City.
She also invited community members to sign up to be volunteers for the event.
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Connor Parker discussed civil issued on the Next Door app that is causing more of a divide within the community. He also suggested that the greenbelt area be converted to a drought tolerant landscape to help reduce the water bill and maintenance cost.
Alex Luevano with Blueshield and LA Care invited community members to visit their Community Resource Center, which will be hosting a Back to School Day event with various no cost services and a backpack giveaway on July 29.
Gustavo Ramirez invited the community to join "World Peace Now" organization. He read the organizations vision and mission statements. He announced they would have on August 18 at Café Con Libros.
Bri Kennerson discussed safety issues and fire hazards in the Phillips Ranch area and requested the City find a creative solution in collaboration with the community to resolve these safety issues.
Ronald Carlson requested the City look into dipping into an emergency fund to address the fire hazards in the green belt area of Phillips Ranch.
Clark Rucker expressed concern with some of the budget expenditures included in the management costs for the Phillips Ranch greenbelt area.
Young H. Lee expressed concern with the fire hazards in the Phillips Ranch greenbelt area.
Rudy Perez requested the City remove dead vegetation and gave some suggestions for solutions to the budget deficit issue for maintenance in the Phillips Ranch neighborhood.
Marilyn Brown discussed fire hazard concerns in the Phillips Ranch area and suggested different ways that the funding issues could be addressed.
Luis Farias from security company Amarok, discussed the safety services they offer to other businesses, many in Pomona; however, some security measures they provide are not allowed in Pomona. He requested a legal path be made so people can keep their businesses and employees safe.
Mike Aikily discussed the theft his bus company in Pomona has experienced recently and stated the fencing services provided by Amarok would prevent future losses.
Marco Gonzalez representing a sub-contractor company that often works with Edison and Los Angeles Water and Power, and is located in Pomona, has also experienced a high volume of theft and would like to benefit from the safety services provided by Amarok.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to approve the entire Consent Calendar except for Item No. 3, which was pulled by staff for discussion.
1. Award of Contract to Hinderliter, De Llamas and Associates (HdL) for Tax Management and Audit Services
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve an award of a three-year agreement with two one-year renewal options with Hinderliter, de Llamas and Associates (HdL) to provide Tax Management and Audit Services; and
2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement and any documents/amendments, upon the review of the City Attorney.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to approve an award of a three-year agreement with two one-year renewal options with Hinderliter, de Llamas and Associates (HdL) to provide Tax Management and Audit Services; and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement and any documents/amendments, upon the review of the City Attorney.
2. Adoption of a Resolution Receiving a Grant Award of $8,654 from Tri-City Mental Health Services for Compassion 101: (Re)Connecting To Our Humanity and Amending the FY 2023-24 Operating Budget by Increasing Revenue Estimates and Appropriating the $8,654 In Awarded Grant Funds
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-104 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, RECEIVING A GRANT AWARD OF $8,654 FROM TRI-CITY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR COMPASSION 101: (RE)CONNECTING TO OUR HUMANITY AND AMENDING THE FY 2023-24 OPERATING BUDGET BY INCREASING REVENUE ESTIMATES AND APPROPRIATING THE $8,654 IN AWARDED GRANT FUNDS
2) Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all documents related with this action, with approval of the City Attorney as to form.
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-104 and authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all documents related with this action, with approval of the City Attorney as to form.
Approve the Purchase of Eleven (11) Police Department Vehicles in the Amount of $909,060
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve the purchase of eight (8) replacement Police interceptor utility vehicles in the amount not to exceed $656,524 from either National Auto Fleet Group (utilizing source well piggy back contract No. 091521-NAF) or Phil Long of Denver, LLC (using Cooperative Procurement CalSave/AEPA Cooperative Contract #20G) due to availability with respect to delays in automobile production and inventory;
2) Approve sole source purchase and retrofit of three (3) Police vehicles from Victorville Chevrolet Cadillac for a total amount of $252,536. *This item was pulled by staff for discussion.
Pomona Police Chief Michael Ellis advised a mistake had been made on page two of the staff report, and provided the correct policy that should have been referenced: police patrol vehicle replacement criteria, which is 6 years or 90,000 miles.
Mayor Sandoval asked a few questions regarding sales tax.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to approve the purchase of eight (8) replacement Police interceptor utility vehicles in the amount not to exceed $656,524 from either National Auto Fleet Group (utilizing source well piggy back contract No. 091521-NAF) or Phil Long of Denver, LLC (using Cooperative Procurement CalSave/AEPA Cooperative Contract #20G) due to availability with respect to delays in automobile production and inventory; and approve sole source purchase and retrofit of three (3) Police vehicles from Victorville Chevrolet Cadillac for a total amount of $252,536.
4. Approve the Service Retirement and an Agreement to Release Police Service Dog "Tibo" to his Police Department Handler
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve the service retirement and "Agreement to Release Police Service Dog" to Corporal Nicholas Hedlund; and
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2) Authorize the Chief of Police to execute the "Agreement to Release Police Service Dog" on behalf of the City.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to approve the service retirement and "Agreement to Release Police Service Dog" to Corporai Nicholas Hediund; and authorize the Chief of Police to execute the "Agreement to Release Police Service Dog" on behalf of the City.
Resolution to Amend Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-23 and FY 2023-24 Operating Budgets to Carryover Funds for Purchases not Received by June 30, 2023 It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolutions:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-123 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2022-23 AQMD
OPERATING BUDGET BY INCREASING APPROPRIATIONS IN THE AMOUNT OF $55,881
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-124 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2023-24 OPERATING
BUDGET BY INCREASING APPROPRIATIONS FOR GENERAL FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,311,121, THE TRAFFIC OFFENDER FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $67,553, AND THE MISCELLANEOUS GRANTS FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $96,027
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-123 and Resolution No. 2023-124, and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement subject to approval by the City Attorney.
6. Ratify an Action Taken by City Manager Awarding a Three (3) Year Contract with Trio Community Meals, LLC. for Catered Meal Services for Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP) in FY 2023-24; and Accept $374,000 in ENP Grant Funds from Los Angeles County for Senior Meal Services
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Ratify an action taken by the City Manager, awarding a three-year contract to Trio Community Meals, LLC for catered meal services in FY 203-24 with two (2) one-year extension options; and
2) Adopt the following resolution:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2023-117 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA TO ACCEPT $374,000 IN GRANT
FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY ELDERLY NUTRITION
PROGRAM (ENP) GRANT FOR THE SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM AND AMENDING THE FY 2023-24 OPERATING BUDGET SENIOR NUTRITION
GRANT FUND BY INCREASING APPROPRIATIONS IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,296
3) Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement and any subsequent amendments, subject to review by the City Attorney.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, ratify an action taken by the City Manager, awarding a three-year contract to Trio Community Meals, LLC for catered meal services in FY 203-24 with two (2) one-year extension options; and adopt Resolution No. 2023-117; and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement and any subsequent amendments, subject to review by the City Attorney.
7. Award of Bid to Energy Management Corporation (G.P. Electric) for Electric Motor Repair, Refurbishment and Replacements at the Prices Bid It is recommended that the City Council approve the following actions:
1) Award a bid to Energy Management Corporation (G.P. Electric) for a three-year term, with two, one-year extension options for electric motor repair, refurbishment and replacements at the per unit prices bid; and
2) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute subsequent changes or amendments thereto, on behalf of the City.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to award a bid to Energy Management Corporation (G.P. Electric) for a three-year term, with two, one-year extension options for electric motor repair, refurbishment and replacements at the per unit prices bid; and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute subsequent changes or amendments thereto, on behalf of the City.
8. Award of Construction Contract to Kalban, Inc. in the Amount of $691,754.50 for "ADA Curb Ramps and Path of Travel - Citywide (CDBG) [Phase III] (FY 21-22)," Project No. 428-2590-XXXXX-67934
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
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1) Award a construction contract to Kalban, Inc. for "ADA Curb Ramps and Path of Travel - Citywide (CDBG) [Phase I|I] (FY 21-22)," Project No. 428-2590-XXXXX-67934, to include all Base Bids and Add Alternates 1, 2, & 3, in the amount of $691,754.50;
2) Find that the project referenced above is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301(c) and that the proposed project will not have a significant effect on the environment; and 3) Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the construction contract/agreement and related documents (permits, etc.).
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to award a construction contract to Kalban, Inc. for "ADA Curb Ramps and Path of Travel - Citywide (CDBG) [Phase III] (FY 21-22)," Project No. 428-2590-XXXXX-67934, to include all Base Bids and Add Alternates 1, 2, & 3, in the amount of $691,754.50; and find that the project referenced above is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301(c) and that the proposed project will not have a significant effect on the environment; and authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the construction contract/agreement and related documents (permits, etc.).
9. Adopt a Resolution to Amend the FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget by Creating a New Project, "District 4 - Jaycee Park Playground Upgrade" and appropriating $200,000 of American Rescue Plan (ARP) District 4 Funding It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-119 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, TO AMEND THE FY 2023-24 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY CREATING A NEW CIP
PROJECT, "DISTRICT 4 - JAYCEE PARK PLAYGROUND UPGRADE," PROJECT NO. 428-2590-XXXXX-71090, AND APPROPRIATING $200,000 OF AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN (ARP) DISTRICT 4 FUNDING TO THE PROJECT
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-119.
10. Adopt a Resolution to Amend the FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget by Creating a New Partially Funded Project, "Country Crossing Park Playground Resurfacing and Play Equipment," and Appropriating $75,000 of American Rescue Plan (ARP) District 5 Funding to the Project It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2023-118 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, TO AMEND THE FY 2023-24 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY CREATING A NEW PARTIALLY FUNDED CIP PROJECT, "COUNTRY CROSSING PARK PLAYGROUND
RESURFACING AND PLAY EQUIPMENT," PROJECT NO.
428-2590-XXXXX-71089 AND APPROPRIATING $75,000 OF AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN (ARP) DISTRICT 5 FUNDING TO THE PROJECT
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-118.
11. Adopt a Resolution to Amend the FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget by Creating a New Project, "District 4 Park Security Upgrades" and Appropriating $60,000 of American Rescue Plan (ARP) District 4 Funding It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-120 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, TO AMEND THE FY 2023-24 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY CREATING A NEW CIP
PROJECT, "DISTRICT 4 PARK SECURITY UPGRADES," PROJECT NO. 428-2590-XXXXX-71091, AND APPROPRIATING $60,000 OF AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN (ARP) DISTRICT 4 FUNDING TO THE PROJECT
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-120.
12. Adopt a Resolution to Amend the FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget by Creating a New Project "Martin Luther King, Jr. Park - Skate Park Expansion/Lights," Appropriating $350,000 of American Rescue Plan (ARP) District 2 and Mayoral Funding, and Accepting and Appropriating a $1,100 Donation from "Cords for Boards"
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-121 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, TO AMEND THE FY 2023-24 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY CREATING A NEW CIP
PROJECT, "MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. PARK - SKATE PARK
EXPANSION/LIGHTS," PROJECT NO. 428-2590-XXXXX-71092,
APPROPRIATING $350,000 OF AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN (ARP) ($250,000 OF DISTRICT 2 AND $100,000 OF MAYORAL) FUNDING, AND ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATING A $1,100 DONATION FROM "CORDS FOR BOARDS" TO THE
PROJECT
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-121.
13. Adopt a Resolution to Amend the FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget by Creating a New Project, "Phillip's Ranch Exercise Par Course Restoration" and Appropriating $59,000 of American Rescue Plan (ARP) District 5 Funding
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-122 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, TO AMEND THE FY 2023-24 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY CREATING A NEW CIP
PROJECT, "PHILLIP'S RANCH EXERCISE PAR COURSE RESTORATION," PROJECT NO. 428-2590-XXXXX-71093, AND APPROPRIATING $59,000 OF AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN (ARP) DISTRICT 5 FUNDING TO THE PROJECT
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-122.
14. Resolution to Amend the FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget by Creating Four New Unfunded Street Projects
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-126 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, TO AMEND THE FY 2023-24 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY CREATING FOUR
UNFUNDED STREET PROJECTS: "STREET IMPROVEMENTS - GRAND
AVENUE FROM HANSEN AVENUE TO EAST CITY LIMIT," PROJECT NO. 428-2590-XXXXX-67942, "STREET IMPROVEMENTS - OLIVE STREET FROM GAREY AVENUE TO EAST CITY LIMIT," PROJECT NO.
428-2590-XXXXX-67943, "ALLEY IMPROVEMENTS - ANGELA-CHANSLOR NEIGHBORHOOD," PROJECT NO. 428-2590-XXXXX-67944, AND "STREET
IMPROVEMENTS - COUNTY ROAD FROM GAREY AVENUE TO EAST CITY LIMIT," PROJECT NO. 428-2590-XXXX-67945
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-126.
15. Resolution Amending the FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget by Changing the Project Title and Description of "Generator for City Emergency Operations Center - Brackett Field Airport," to "New Emergency Operations Center - White Avenue
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It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-127 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2023-24 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY CHANGING THE PROJECT TITLE OF "GENERATOR FOR CITY EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER - BRACKETT FIELD AIRPORT," PROJECT NO. 428-2590-XXXXX-71068 TO "NEW EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER - WHITE AVENUE," AND
CHANGING THE PROJECT DESCRIPTION
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-127.
16. Resolution Amending the FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget by Creating a New Project, "Speed Radar Feedback Signs - San Antonio Avenue" and Appropriating $36,000 from District 4 ARP Funds
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-125 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2023-24 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY CREATING A NEW PROJECT, "SPEED RADAR FEEDBACK SIGNS - SAN ANTONIO AVENUE," PROJECT NO. 428-2590-XXXXX-68586, AND APPROPRIATING $36,000 FROM
CORONAVIRUS STATE AND LOCAL FISCAL RECOVERY AMERICAN
RESCUE PLAN (ARP) DISTRICT 4 FUNDING TO THE PROJECT
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-125.
17. Approval of Lot Line Adjustment LLA2-2022, Assessor Parcel Numbers 8708-001-042 to -053 and -055, for Improved Business Operations of the Commercial and Residential Properties Located at 21-31 and 55-65 Rancho Camino Drive, Pomona (Council District 5)
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-128 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING LOT LINE
ADJUSTMENT LLA2-2022 FOR THE PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 21-31 AND 55-65 RANCHO CAMINO DRIVE, ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBERS
8708-001-042 TO -053 AND -055
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2) Authorize the City Engineer to sign the Lot Line Adjustment LLA2-2022 on behalf of the City.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-128 and authorize the City Engineer to sign the Lot Line Adjustment LLA2-2022 on behaif of the City
18. Adoption of a Resolution Approving the Annual Report for the Downtown Pomona Property and Business Improvement District (PBID) and Levying the Assessments for FY 2023-2024
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-129 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ANNUAL REPORT
SUBMITTED BY THE DOWNTOWN POMONA OWNERS' ASSOCIATION FOR
THE DOWNTOWN POMONA PROPERTY AND BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT FOR FY 2023-24 AND LEVYING THE ASSESSMENTS FOR FY 2023-24
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-129.
19. Approve First Agreement Amendment for the Purchase and Sale of Reclaim Water and Related Facilities with the County Sanitation District No. 2 of Los Angeles County
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve the first amendment to the agreement for the purchase and sale of reclaim water and related facilities with the County Sanitation District No. 2 of Los Angeles County (District); and,
2) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sign the agreement amendment with the District.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to approve the first amendment to the agreement for the purchase and sale of reclaim water and related facilities with the County Sanitation District No. 2 of Los Angeles County (District); and, Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sign the agreement amendment with the District.
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20. 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 items); and
A. Amount to be determined to Latino and Latina Roundtable in support of families in need - Requested Amount $2,500
B. Amount to be determined to Pomona Natives in support of the Football/Cheer Registration for low income families - Requested Amount $1,000
C. Amount to be determined to Pomona Valley Democratic Club in support of Legacy Awards - Requested Amount $5,000
D. Amount to be determined to Pomona Memorial Park in support of Memorial Day Program - Requested Amount $1,652.15
E. Amount to be determined to Victory Outreach Church of Pomona in support of Back 2 School Backpack and School Supply Giveaway - Requested Amount $5,000
F. Amount to be determined to Celebrating a Vision in support of Health and Wellness Summit - Requested Amount $1,200
G. Amount to be determined to Project Resilience in support of Pomona Project's Journey to Recovery event-Requested Amount $2,000 2) Receive and file the recap of final amounts.
Councilmember Garcia requested 1) - H. "Amount to be determined to Pomona High School Cheer Team" be added as she became aware of the need only as of Sunday, July
16. MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 7-0, to add item 1) - H. "Amount to be determined to Pomona High School Cheer Team" as it came up subsequent to the posting of the agenda and required immediate action.
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to make a finding of public benefit for items A-H.
21. Report on Youth Diversion Programs and Policies
it is recommended that the City Council review and discuss this report, and direct staff to prepare an Ordinance and related Resolution that supports the Police Department's involvement in youth diversion programs.
Pomona Police Chief Ellis provided an overview of the item and introduced Lt. Hagerty who gave a presentation on the item. Terry Robinson, from LA County Youth Diversion Program, also spoke about youth diversion strategies of the County.
Public speaker Ivan Hernandez expressed support for the item.
Public Speaker Arlene Yaz Alonzo expressed support for the item.
Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole asked a few questions to staff.
Councilmember Garcia asked questions to staff.
Councilmember Nolte expressed support for the item.
Mayor Sandoval gave thanks to staff and community based organizations for collaborating to bring forth this item. He also expressed support for the item.
MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 7-0, to prepare an Ordinance and related Resolution that supports the Police Department's involvement in youth diversion programs.
22. Introduction of an Ordinance Amending the Pomona City Code Relating to the Police Oversight Commission Pursuant to the Provisions of Article VIII, Section 806 of the Charter of the City of Pomona
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Introduce, waive further, and give first reading to the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 4333 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING DIVISION 6 ("POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION") OF ARTICLE 5 ("BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS") OF CHAPTER 2 ("ADMINISTRATION") OF THE POMONA CITY CODE RELATING TO THE
POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF ARTICLE VIlI ("APPOINTIVE BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS") SECTION 806 ("POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION") OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF POMONA
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2) Approve the dissolution of the current Police Oversight Commission pursuant to Article VIlI, Section 801 of the Charter and set the Commission's last meeting for August 15, 2023.
Assistant City Clerk Shipman gave a brief overview of the item.
Public Speaker Ann Tomkins made comments regarding the transition to the new Police Oversight Commission and suggested current commissioners be given a chance to present their work to City Council before being dissolved.
Mayor Sandoval asked questions to staff.
MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS- COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to introduce, waive further, and give first reading to Ordinance No. 4333 and to approve the dissolution of the current Police Oversight Commission pursuant to Article VIlI, Section 801 of the Charter and set the Commission's last meeting for August 15, 2023.
23. Introduction of Ordinance Adding Standard Bylaws for All Boards, Commissions and Committees to the Pomona City Code
It is recommended that the City Council introduce, waive further, and give first reading to the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 4328 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 2-526 ("STANDARD BYLAWS FOR ALL BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES") OF
DIVISION | ("GENERALLY") OF ARTICLE V ("BOARDS AND
COMMISSIONS") OF CHAPTER 2 ("ADMINISTRATION") OF THE POMONA
CITY CODE RELATING TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF ALL CITY BOARDS,
COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
Deputy City Clerk Robles gave a brief overview of the item.
Public Speaker Ann Tomkins acknowledged the changes made that have addressed some of her previous concerns. She would like to encourage more collaboration between staff and commissions to allow for amendments to address any unique needs of a commission.
Councilmember Lustro asked questions to staff
Mayor Sandoval requested a follow-up in twelve months or so, to report on how Ordinance No. 4328 is working out for the commissions and committees.
MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-1 (COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO OPPOSED), to introduce, waive further, and give first reading to Ordinance No. 4328.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
24. Public Hearing Regarding the Levy of Fiscal Year 2023-24 Assessments for the Consolidated Citywide Street Lighting and Landscaping Maintenance District it is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Conduct a Public Hearing regarding the levy of assessments for the Consolidated Citywide Street Lighting and Landscaping Maintenance District for FY 2023-24; and
2) After receiving public comments and testimony, close the Public Hearing and adopt the following Resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-116 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT DIAGRAMS, ZONE BOUNDARIES, AND THE LEVY OF FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 ASSESSMENTS FOR THE CONSOLIDATED CITYWIDE
STREET LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
Public Works Director Rene Guerrero gave a brief overview of the item and advised no protest letters had been received.
Mayor Sandoval opened the public hearing, and with no speakers, Mayor Sandoval closed the public hearing.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-116.
25. Public Hearing for Approval of Nuisance Abatement Expense Report and Placement of Lien for 660 Randolph St., Pomona, CA 91768
It is recommended that the City Council conduct a public hearing on the Nuisance Abatement Expense Reports and adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-79 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF NUISANCE ABATEMENT COSTS FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 660
RANDOLPH ST., POMONA, CA, 91768 (APN: 8357-009-018) (OWNER: NULL, DAVID G.), ORDERING PAYMENT THEREOF, (AMOUNT: $17,142.65), AND
DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO CAUSE A LIEN TO BE RECORDED AND
SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ENTERED AGAINST SAID PROPERTY, PURSUANT TO POMONA CITY ZONING ORDINANCE SECTION .6001 AND/OR POMONA CITY CODE SECTION 74-197
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Deputy City Clerk Robles gave a brief overview of the item.
Mayor Sandoval opened the public hearing, and with no speakers wishing to comment, Mayor Sandoval closed the public hearing.
Mayor Sandoval gave comments regarding his familiarity with the property.
Councilmember Garcia made brief comments in support of the item.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER NOLTE, CARRIED 7-0 to adopt Resolution No. 2023-79.
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council Meeting adjourned at 9:26 p.m. on July 17, 2023.
Respectfully submitted, ATTEST:
ROSALIAA. 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
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