CITY OF POMONA
COUNCIL REPORT
November 6, 2024
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: James Makshanoff, City Manager
Submitted By: Anita D. Gutierrez, Assistant City Manager SUBJECT: INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF AN URGENCY ORDINANCE AND REGULAR ORDINANCE AMENDING THE POMONA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ENHANCEMENT OF ENFORCEMENT OPTIONS TO ADDRESS PUBLIC NUISANCE CONDITIONS AND ILLEGAL USES OF PROPERTY WITHOUT REQUIRED APPROVALS AND PERMITS RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
Introduce, waive further reading and adopt the following urgency ordinance and regular ordinance:
URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 4338 – AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 50-337 TO ARTICLE III, CHAPTER 50, ADDING SECTION 74-198 AND 74-199 TO ARTICLE III, CHAPTER 74 OF THE POMONA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ENHANCEMENT OF ENFORCEMENT OPTIONS TO ADDRESS PUBLIC NUISANCE CONDITIONS AND ILLEGAL USES OF PROPERTY WITHOUT REQUIRED APPROVALS AND PERMITS Introduce, waive further, and give first reading to the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 4341 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 50-337 TO ARTICLE III, CHAPTER 50, ADDING SECTION 74-198 AND 74-199 TO ARTICLE III, CHAPTER 74 OF THE POMONA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ENHANCEMENT OF ENFORCEMENT OPTIONS TO ADDRESS PUBLIC NUISANCE CONDITIONS AND ILLEGAL USES OF PROPERTY WITHOUT REQUIRED APPROVALS AND PERMITS EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The proposed Urgency and Regular Ordinance, which amends Section 50-337 to Article III, Chapter 50, adds Section 74-198 and 74-199 to Article III, Chapter 74 of the Pomona Municipal Code, addresses a pressing need to enhance our enforcement capabilities regarding public nuisance conditions and illegal property uses within the City of Pomona. This ordinance is essential in mitigating the adverse impacts that unpermitted and illegal property uses have on public safety, welfare, and the overall quality of life in our community. The urgency of this matter is clear, as such, conditions have led to violent altercations, public nuisances, and damage to both public and private property, necessitating immediate action.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No Fiscal Impact at this time
DISCUSSION:
The adoption of the Urgency and Regular Ordinance is necessitated by several key factors. The City has been inundated with complaints concerning illegal uses of property, which often result in dangerous conditions that threaten public safety. This results in calls for service related to these illegal property uses, placing additional strain on law enforcement, code enforcement and overall city resources. Existing enforcement mechanisms have proven insufficient in addressing certain ongoing illegal uses of property. Enhanced enforcement options are imperative to discourage these activities and protect the health, safety, and welfare of our community.
The Urgency Ordinance is warranted under Section 510 of the Pomona City Charter, as it is necessary for the immediate preservation of public peace, health, and safety based on the factual declaration presented. By enacting these Ordinances, the City Council will empower our local authorities to more effectively address public nuisance conditions and illegal property uses, thereby enhancing the well-being of our citizens and the overall livability of Pomona. It is crucial for the City Council to consider and pass these ordinances promptly to tackle these pressing issues.
COUNCIL PRIORITIES & GOALS:
This item supports the following 2021-2022 City Council priorities and goals:
Priority 3: Safe and Clean Community – Goal M: Improve safety and cleanliness at parks and public spaces.
Prepared by:
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Anita D. Gutierrez
Assistant City Manager
ATTACHMENT:
Attachment No. 1 – Draft Urgency Ordinance. 4338
Attachment No. 2 – Draft Regular Ordinance 4341
Urgency Ordinance No. 4338
Regular Ordinance No. 4341
Enhanced Enforcement Options