CLOSED SESSION
A) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (a) and (d) (1))
City of Pomona v. SQM North America Corporation
U.S.D.C. No. 2:11-cv-00167-RGK-JEM
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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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
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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 Preciado 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
Anita Gutierrez, Development Services Director
Kirk Pelser, Deputy City Manager
Sonia Carvalho, City Attorney
Rosalia Butler, City Clerk
Diana Robles, Deputy City Clerk
Maricela Miotto, contracted by the City, provided translation services.
PRESENTATIONS
*Presentation by Athens Services on Apprenticeship Program
Athens Government Affairs Director Iso Nakasato gave the presentation.
MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBER COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Sandoval announced there would be a Rent Stabilization Special Study S ession next week on Monday, August 14, at Palomares Park.
Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole reminded everyone to take precautions to stay safe during times of hot weather. She also stated Pomona PD is actively looking for the culprit that has been throwing rocks at a restaurant in her district, and that the area around the restaurant has been cleaned up. She encouraged people to support their local businesses.
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Councilmember Garcia requested the Pomona Police to bring back Business Watch meetings in each of the different areas. She discussed similar vandalism incidents in District 4 taking place in District 3. She wished all students and teachers a happy new school year. She announced an End of Summer Foam Party would take place at the library on September 8 . There will be a District 3 Area Commander meeting on Wednesday, September 6. Lastly, she invited everyone to attend the upcoming zoning update meetings.
Councilmember Lustro gave many thanks to all the volunteers that h elped clean up Spadra Cemetery and described it as a success. He invited people to take a tour of the Spadra Cemetery in the fall.
Councilmember Torres gave thanks to LA Healthcare for hosting their back to school event and to the Community Services Department for hosting the Silver Skate event at Palomares Park. He also gave thanks to the Pomona Police Department for hosting National Night Out.
Councilmember Preciado thanked the Li brary Foundation for hosting a field trip to Union Station for Pomona youth. He gave congratulations to POC for their new offices at Third and Park. He also gave thanks to the Housing Department staff for being in attendance of the opening of the new offic es. He also gave thanks to the P lanning D epartment for the updates of art around the City and to Pomona PD for hosting National Night Out. Lastly, he gave remembrance to Dr. Manuel C astillejos who recently passed and spoke of his contributions to Pomona Youth.
Vice Mayor Nolte gave thanks to Pomona PD for hosting National Night Out , and to the LA Healthcare team for their back to school event . He also spoke of the impact of the loss of Dr. Castillejos. He invited everyone to att end the grand opening of Hamilton Park on August 31.
Mayor Sandoval wished everyone the best for the start of the new academic year. He stated Pomona Beautiful still does clean -ups every Tuesday morning. He gave th anks to the Community Services for the s ummer programming they provided. He also announced Stiizy gave a large donation to benefit Kennedy Park. He announced the Pomona Optimist club would host an event to honor public safety award winners on August 24 at Fuego Cocina. Lastly, he shared a few word s about the positive impact Dr. Castillejos had on the community.
CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
There was no reportable action.
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:
M. Joyce Baker smith invited City Council to an event hosted by the Pomona Optimist Club to honor Lt. Brian Haggerty and Fire Cpt. David Caballero on August 24.
Renee Barbee of Compassionate Pomona announced the Kindness Carnival will take place on October 14 and requested City Council assist with funding the event so it remains free to community members.
David Judah 1 presented City Council with two framed, commemorative pieces of the City’s first official poem, which he wrote. Artist John Bard III put together the pieces.
Eunice R. Russell discussed Brown Act violations, and her claim against the City.
John Clifford shared his experience being stuck at Spadra Cemetery until 3 a.m. because the train stopped in front of the only entrance and exit. He also expressed disappointment because the City has not started its Ethics Commission.
Greg Estel discussed the vandalism and unsanitary conditions in front of a restauran t located in District 4, and other issues regarding Pomona’s houseless populations. He requested an ordinance that sets a curfew on residents.
Beth Brooks requested more focus from councilmembers be placed on local issues rather than on future, political ambitions. She also discussed issues in working with Athens.
John W est discussed a news feature about the vandalism experienced by a restaurant in district 4. He also discussed the challenges he faces in maintaining his rental properties and requested the City increase the limit placed on raising rent.
Tremale Ratcliff from Just Us 4 Youth invited City Council to their fundraising gala taking place on Se ptember 1. He also invited everyone to the final Just Us 4 Youth Friday Night Lights event at Westmont Park.
Veronica Cabrera discussed her concerns with lack of public safety when using public transportation, and crime taking place in the City.
CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to approve the entire Consent Calendar except for Item No. 2 p ulled for public speakers, Item No. 4 and No. 11 pull ed for separate votes, and Item No. 5, No. 6, and No. 14 which were pulled by Councilmembers for discussion.
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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:
June 5, 2023 Meeting Minutes
July 17, 2023 Meeting Minutes
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to approve the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes of June 5, 2023 and July 17, 2023.
2. Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Adding Standard Bylaws for All Boards, Commissions, and Committees to the Pomona City Code
It is recommended that the City Council adopt 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 I (“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
*This item was pulled for public comment.
Public Speaker M. Joyce Bakersmith asked questions regarding some sections in the ordinance.
City Attorney Carvalho answered the questions asked by the public speaker.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6 -1 (COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO OPPOSED) , to adopt Ordinance No. 4328.
3. Second Reading and Adoption 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 adopt the following ordinance:
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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 VIII (“APPOINTIVE BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS”) SECTION 806 (“POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION”) OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF POMONA
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Ordinance No. 4333.
4. Pomona Choice Energy Rate Increase
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the report.
*This item was pulled for a separate vote
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR NOLTE , SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 5-2 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS -COLE AND COUNCILMEMBER TORRES OPPOSED), to receive and file the report.
5. Adoption of a Resolution Approving the Fiscal Year 2023 -24 Statement of Investment Policy for the City of Pomona
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023 -130 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE 2023 -24 STATEMENT OF
INVESTMENT POLICY FOR THE INVESTMENT OF PUBLIC FUNDS BY THE
CITY TREASURER
*This item was pulled for discussion
Councilmember Garcia made comments, asked questions and requested staff ensure the investment policy does not harm other communities.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-130.
6. Resolution to Amend the Fiscal Year 2023 -24 Operating Budget by Appropriating $600,000 of Available Proposition A Funds for Vandalism -Related Services and Repairs, and Right of Entry Agreement Requirements; and Approve the Right of Entry Agreement with Uni on Pacific and the Amendment to the Agreement with Parkwood Landscape, Inc. for Maintenance Needs Due to Vandalism at the Pomona Transit Center
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It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023 -131 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 OPERATING BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING $600,000 FROM THE AVAILABLE PROPOSITION A FUND BALANCE: $100,000 FOR
CONTROLLABLE CONTRACT SERV ICES RELATED TO THE RIGHT OF ENTRY AGREEMENT, $470,000 FOR VANDALISM REPAIRS, AND $30,000
FOR ADDITIONAL PRESSURE WASHING SERVICES AT THE POMONA
TRANSIT CENTER
2) Approve the Right of Entry Agreement between the City of Pomona and Union Pacific Railroad Company effective on the date of approval through November 1, 2023 for the purpose of performing maintenance -related work at the Pomona Transit Center in an amount not-to-exceed $100,000;
3) Approve an amendment to the agreement with Parkwood Landscape Maintenance, Inc. (Parkwood) for additional services related to vandalism at the Pomona Transit Center starting August 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, for an annual amount of $85,000; and
4) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the Right of Entry Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad Company and the amended agreement with Parkwood, and any extensions or amendments thereto on behalf of the City, subject to review by the City Attorney.
*This item was pulled for discussion
Councilmember Preciado gave thanks to everyone involved with bringing this item forward because it is important to maintain transit centers that serve as a major entryway into the City.
Mayor Sandoval also gave thanks to everyone involved with bringing this item forward, and gave thanks to Public Works for their work in re -paving the road from the railroad track to Monterey.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, SECOND BY MAYOR SANDOVA L, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-131, and take actions 2, 3 and 4.
7. Resolution to Amend the FY 2023 -24 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget by Creating a New Project, “Traffic Signal Improvement - McKinley Avenue and Canyon Way,” Project No. 428 -2590-XXXXX-68587 and Appropriating $600,000 of Fairplex Mitigation Funds to the Project
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It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023 -132 - 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 CIP PROJECT, “TRAFFIC SIGNAL IMPROVEMENT - MCKINLEY AVE AND CANYON WAY,” PROJECT NO. 428 -2590-XXXXX-68587 AND APPROPRIATING $600,000 OF
FAIRPLEX MITIGATION FUNDS TO THE PROJECT
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-132.
8. Amend an Agreement with HdL Companies for Rental Property Registration Services
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Amend the professional services agreement to HdL Companies, not to exceed a maximum annual amount o f $250,000 for Rental Registration Administration Services; and
2) Authorize the City Manager to execute this amendment with HdL Companies and any subsequent documents, amendments, and extensions, subject to review and approval by the City Attorney.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to amend the professional services agreement to HdL Companies, not to exceed a maximum annual amount of $250,000 for Rental Registration Administration Services; and autho rize the City Manager to execute this amendment with HdL Companies and any subsequent documents, amendments, and extensions, subject to review and approval by the City Attorney.
9. Adopt a Resolution to Amend the Fiscal Year 2023 -24 Operating Budget by Appropriating $4,000 in State Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Grant Funds Not Expended During FY 2022-23
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2023 -133 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2023 -24 OPERATING
BUDGET BY INCREASING THE REVENUE ESTIMATES AND APPROPRIATIONS OF $4,000 IN STATE CERITIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT (CLG) PROGRAM GRANT
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2023-133.
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10. Approve a Memorandum of Agreement with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments for Participation in the Regional Edible Foo d Recovery Program for Compliance with SB 1383 Regulations
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve the Memorandum of Agreement with the San Gabriel Valley Coun cil of Governments to provide inspection and compliance review of Tier 1 and Tier 2 edible food generators and documentation of contracts with food recovery organizations and to provide funding for necessary staffing and equipment to increase the capacity of edible food recovery in our region in an amount not to exceed $110,579 through August 1, 2024; and
2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement and future amendments subject to review by the City Attorney.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to approve the Memorandum of Agreement with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments to provide inspection and compliance review of Tier 1 and Tier 2 edible food gene rators and documentation of contracts with food recovery organizations and to provide funding for necessary staffing and equipment to increase the capacity of edible food recovery in our region in an amount not to exceed $110,579 through August 1, 2024; an d authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement and future amendments subject to review by the City Attorney.
11. Approval to Execute Agreements Related to Pomona Choice Energy Solar and Battery Residential Program
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve an agreement with Participate Energy for the Pomona Choice Energy Solar and Battery Residential Program; and
2) Authorize the City Manager, or his designees, to execute all contracts and make any non-substantive changes, related to the Pomona Power Choice Solar and Battery Residential Program, pending City Attorney review.
*This item was pulled for a separate vote.
MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL , SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-2 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS -COLE AND COUNCILMEMBER TORRES OPPOSED), to approve an agreement with Participate Energy for the Pomona Choice Energy Solar and Battery Residential Program; and authorize the City Manager, or his designees, to execute all contracts and make any non -substantive changes, related to the Pomona Power Cho ice Solar and Battery Residential Program, pending City Attorney review.
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12. Award of Contract to Craftwater Engineering, Inc., for the “Fairplex Stormwater Capture” Project
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Award a design contract to Craftwater Engineering, Inc. (Craftwater) for the “Fairplex Stormwater Capture” Project No. 428 -2590-XXXXX-81060 in the amount of $1,914,398; and
2) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the design contract with Craftwater on behalf of the City and any subsequent documents or amendments, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7 -0, to award a design contract to Craftwater Engineering, Inc. (Craftwater) for the “Fairplex Stormwater Capture” Project No. 428-2590-XXXXX-81060 in the amount of $1,914,398; and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the design contract with Craftwater on behalf of the City and any subsequent documents or amendments, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
13. Approval of Amendments to the City’s Special Legal Counsel Panel
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve the addition of Hanna Brophy as Workers’ Compensation and Industrial Disability Retirement defense counsel;
2) Approve the deletion of premises liability and dangerous condition of public property Attorney Robert Gokoo from the Special Legal Counsel Panel;
3) Approve hourly rate increases for Carpenter, Rothans and Dumont, and McCune and Harber to $250 per hour, and Liebert Cassidy Whitmore to $425 per hour; and
4) Authorize the City Manager to execute retainer agreements with the requested firms.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7 -0, to approve the addition of Hanna Brophy as Workers’ Compensation and Industrial Disabi lity Retirement defense counsel; and approve the deletion of premises liability and dangerous condition of public property Attorney Robert Gokoo from the Special Legal Counsel Panel; and approve hourly rate increases for Carpenter, Rothans and Dumont, and McCune and Harber to $250 per hour, and Liebert Cassidy Whitmore to $425 per hour; and authorize the City Manager to execute retainer agreements with the requested firms.
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14. Award of Contract to Tripepi Smith and Associates for Social Media Consultant Services for the City of Pomona
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Award the Communications and Social Media Consultant to Tripepi Smith an d Associates for a term of three-years and two one-year renewal options for a total not to exceed $272,967; and
2) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the agreement and any amendments, upon approval of the City Attorney as to form.
*This items was pulled for discussion.
Councilmember Preciado asked questions.
Mayor Sandoval made comments regarding the process of recruitment.
Councilmember Garcia asked questions.
Development Services Director Gutierr ez made comments to answer the C ouncilmembers’ questions.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, SECOND BY MAYOR SANDOVAL, CARRIED 7-0, to award the Communications and Social Media Consultant to Tripepi Smith and Associates for a term of three -years and two one-year renewal options for a total not to exceed $272,967; and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the agreement and any amendments, upon approval of the City Attorney as to form.
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
15. 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 Sowing Seeds for Life in support of their Annual Back to School Supply Distribution – Requested Amount $1,000
B. Amount to be determined to A Fatherless Field in support of Summer Fest Pomona Back to School Event – Requested Amount $2,000
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C. Amount to be determined to Community Services Division in support of their Back to School Giveback Skate Event– Requested Amount $1,300
2) Receive and file the recap of final amounts.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 7-0, to make a finding of public benefit for items A-C.
16. Discussion Regarding the Gazebo at Montvue Park
It is recommended that the Cit y Council discuss options regarding the disposition of the existing gazebo at Montvue Park and take one of the following actions:
1) Uphold the unanimous recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Commission to demolish the existing gazebo at Montvue Pa rk and repair the walkway, as needed; or
2) Direct Staff to repair the existing gazebo at Montvue Park; or
3) Direct Staff to demolish the existing gazebo and construct a new gazebo at a more visible location in Montvue Park.
Public Works Director Rene Guerrero provided an overview of the item.
Public S peaker Julian Ibanez submitted a speaker card opposing the demolition of the gazebo, but was not present to speak.
After much deliberation, the item was continued to a later meeting. No motion was made.
17. Introduction of Ordinance Establishing Youth Diversion Programs and Policies
It is recommended that the City Council introduce, waive further, and give first reading to the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 4336 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING A NEW DIVISION I (“PRE -ARREST YOUTH DIVERSION POLICY”) AND ARTICLE XI (“LAW ENFORCEMENT POLICY”) TO CHAPTER 2 (“ADMINISTRATION”) OF THE CITY OF POMONA CITY CODE
CONCERNING ESTABLISHMENT OF A PRE -ARREST YOUTH DIVERSION POLICY
BY THE POMONA POLICE DEPARTMENT
MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL , SECOND BY COUNCIL MEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 7 -0, to introduce, waive further, and give fir st reading to Ordinance No. 4336.
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18. Designate a Voting Delegate and Alternate(s) for the 2023 League of California Cities Annual Conference
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Designate a voting delegate and voting alternate(s) for the 2023 League of California Cities Annual Conference scheduled to take place on September 20-22, 2023; and
2) Direct Staff to complete the Voting Delegate Form (Attachment No. 1) to be returned to the League’s Sacramento office.
Mayor Sandoval suggested himself as the voting delegate, and Vice Mayor N olte as the voting alternate.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA , SECOND BY COUNCILME MBER PRECIADO, CARRIED 7 -0 to designate Mayor Sandoval as the voting delegate and Vice Mayor Nolte as the voting alternate for the 2023 League of California Cities Annual Conference scheduled to take place on September 20 -22, 2023; and to direct Staff to complete the Voting Delegate Form (Attachment No. 1) to be returned to the League’s Sacramento office.
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council Meeting adjourned, in honor of Dr. Manuel Castillejos, at 9:18 p.m. on August 7, 2023.
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
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