CITY OF POMONA
COUNCIL REPORT
November 20, 2023
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: James Makshanoff, City Manager
Submitted By: Maura Montellano/ Beatrice Marrufo, Executive Assistant SUBJECT: FINDING OF PUBLIC BENEFIT TO THE COMMUNITY AT LARGE:
RECOMMENDED EXPENDITURE(S) AND RECAP OF EXPENDED FUNDS
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
Approve the expenditure(s) recommended and make the finding that the community at large will receive a public benefit from the expenditure of funds for the recommended item(s); and Receive and file the recap of final amounts for previously approved projects/activities.
CURRENT REQUEST(S):
Amount to be determined to Valley Indoor Swap Meet in support of 16th Annual Toy Giveaway – Requested Amount: $500 Amount to be determined to Alcott Elementary in support of their Christmas Toy Giveaway – Requested Amount: $800 Amount to be determined to Kennedy Austin Foundation in support of their Group Box of Hope – Requested Amount: $425 Amount to be determined to Victory Outreach in support of “Believe” Christmas play and Toy Giveaway – Requested Amount: $1,500 Amount to be determined to Conceptual Art Therapy in support of their PEACE Program – Requested Amount: $3,500 Amount to be determined to A Fatherless Field in support of their Pomona Christmas Festival – Miracle on Holt St. – Requested Amount: $3,000 FISCAL IMPACT: All approved expenditures are paid from the requesting Councilmembers’ line item accounts as approved in the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget.
PREVIOUS RELATED ACTION: At the regular City Council meeting of February 6, 2006, the Council approved an Expense and Reimbursement Policy in compliance with the requirements of Assembly Bill 1234. At the regular City Council meeting of November 16, 2015, the Council adopted Finding of Public Benefit “Best Practices” Guidelines and the Finding of Public Benefit Request Form.
DISCUSSION: The Mayor and/or individual Councilmembers, as listed below, have requested that the Council approve funding for each organization, activity, and/or event as specified below and request that the Council approve the funding amount and make the findings that these expenditures will provide a public benefit to the community at large. Supporting forms for the newly-requested findings are attached with this Report (Attachment).
Current Request(s)
Organization: Valley Indoor Swap Meet
Project/Activity: 16th Annual Toy Giveaway
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: This event will help the community by providing free toys for kids this holiday season.
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $500
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Organization: Alcott Elementary PTA
Project/Activity: Christmas Toy Giveaway
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: The funding for this event will provide a gift to each student head start – 6th grade.
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $800
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Organization: Kennedy Austin Foundation
Project/Activity: Group Box of Hope
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: These funds will assist in providing a Box of Hope to Pomona families who have suffered the loss of a child.
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $1,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Organization: Victory Outreach
Project/Activity: “Believe” Polar Express Christmas Play and Toy Giveaway Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Donations will help in providing children with gifts, and all families a safe and faith-filled Christmas experience.
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Organization: Conceptual Art Therapy
Project/Activity: PEACE Program
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Donations will be used to purchase art supplies and provide instruction for Pomona students during after school hours.
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $3,500
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Organization: A Fatherless Field
Project/Activity: Pomona Christmas Festival – Miracle on Holt St.
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Donations will help in providing children with gifts, bringing hope and cheer to families.
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole Organization Requested Funding Amount: $3,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Findings Eligible for Contributions
The following summarizes Council contributions towards findings within the 30 day period following Council approval in accordance with the Council adopted policy. These items are still eligible for additional contributions.
Organization: Kennedy Austin Foundation
Project/Activity: Community Remembrance Gathering
Finding Date: 11/6/23
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: This event will address the ongoing tragedy of 29 youth deaths that has affected families; help bring the community together to celebrate their lives and help build our youth.
Deadline for Contributions: 12/6/23
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D1 - $200, D3 - $200, D5 - $100 Total Funding amount: $500
Organization: Latino and Latina Roundtable
Project/Activity: Dia de Muertos Celebration
Finding Date: 11/6/23
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Offer an authentic cultural celebration that is not commercialized, educate the community, and provide an event that brings people together for something positive.
Deadline for Contributions: 12/6/23
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $2,500
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D1 - $500, D3 - $300 Total Funding amount: $800
Organization: Sarvodaya Farms
Project/Activity: Edible botanical garden and Saturday Free Farm Stand Finding Date: 11/6/23
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: To provide accessible educational space to Pomona’s residents centered on the importance of food sovereignty.
Deadline for Contributions: 12/6/23
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $2,500
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D3 - $150
Total Funding amount: $150
Organization: Tradición Dance Company
Project/Activity: Tradición Navideña Folklorico Recital Finding Date: 11/6/23
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Donations will be used to purchase props and costumes for the dancers of the group to have the opportunity to participate in the show.
Deadline for Contributions: 12/6/23
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $3,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D3 - $300
Total Funding amount: $300
Organization: St. Madeleine Catholic Church
Project/Activity: Our Lady of Guadalupe Procession
Finding Date: 11/6/23
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: This event will help the community and parish to unite and help our youth with growth and faith.
Deadline for Contributions: 12/6/23
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole Organization Requested Funding Amount: $868 – cost for two PD escorts Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D1 - $100, D3 - $300, D5 - $150 Total Funding amount: $550
Organization: San Gabriel Valley Conservation Corps
Project/Activity: SGVCC 1st Annual Virtual Golf Fundraiser Finding Date: 11/6/23
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: SGVCC workforce development programs helps to address the skills gap by providing young individuals with the necessary training and education to enter the workforce.
Deadline for Contributions: 12/6/23
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Mayor Tim Sandoval
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $5,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D1 - $500, D3 - $150, D5- $200 Total Funding amount: $850
Recap of Expended Funds
The following summarizes additional Council contributions toward findings that expired and are past the 30 day period following Council approval, in accordance with the Council adopted policy:
Organization: TBD
Project/Activity: D4 Area Commander Meeting
Finding Date: 10/16/23
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Provide dinner for D4 constituents to encourage attendance at D4 Commander Meeting.
Deadline for Contributions: 11/16/23
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole Organization Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D4 - $650
Total Funding amount: $650
Organization: Just Us 4 Youth
Project/Activity: 2nd Annual Community Thanksgiving Feast Finding Date: 10/16/23
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Provide Thanksgiving dinner, giveaways, supplies and food for families in need.
Deadline for Contributions: 11/16/23
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $3,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D2 - $500, D3 - $250, D5 - $150, D7 - $250 Total Funding amount: $1,150
Organization: Pomona Pride Center
Project/Activity: Opening of their new center
Finding Date: 10/16/23
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Opening of their new center and support various programs: youth center, gender neutral closet, food pantry, health supplies, and community classroom.
Deadline for Contributions: 11/16/23
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $49,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D2 - $250, D3 -$250, D4 - $500, D7 - $1,000 Total Funding amount: $2,000
Organization: Celebrating a Vision
Project/Activity: Celebrating a 2nd Chance at Life
Finding Date: 10/16/23
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: To inspire change and cause a reduction in health issues. Speakers from the medical field will educate the community on diet and exercise.
Deadline for Contributions: 11/16/23
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $2,600
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D3 - $150, D7 - $250 Total Funding amount: $400
Organization: Healed Women Heal
Project/Activity: Healed Women Heal 2023 Gala
Finding Date: 10/16/23
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: This event will bring valuable information to the community and support those impacted by domestic violence.
Deadline for Contributions: 11/16/23
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $3,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D2 - $100, D3 - $250, D7 - $1,000 Total Funding amount: $1,350
Organization: Angela H. Keller
Project/Activity: Christmas on Columbia – Alvarado St. (extension to Christmas on Columbia event) Finding Date: 10/16/23
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Christmas on Columbia helps with community building and neighborhood revitalization.
Deadline for Contributions: 11/16/23
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $500
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D2 - $100, D3 - $150, D5 - $100, D7 - $250 Total Funding amount: $600
Organization: God’s Pantry
Project/Activity: Pomona 5K/10K
Finding Date: 10/16/23
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: This event brings the community together to be intentionally active, engaged, and healthy.
Deadline for Contributions: 11/16/23
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $2,500
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D2 - $1,650, D3 - $500, D5 - $100, D7 - $250 Total Funding amount: $2,500
Organization: Cal Poly Philanthropic Foundation
Project/Activity: Communications Department Event Planning Class, Alumni Night 2023 Finding Date: 10/16/23
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: This event will contribute to the future of Communications students awarded The Legacy Scholarship.
Deadline for Contributions: 11/16/23
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $1,500
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D3 - $150, D5 - $100 Total Funding amount: $250
Organization: Victory Outreach Church of Pomona
Project/Activity: Victory Outreach Pomona Fall Fest
Finding Date: 10/16/23
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: We provide a fun, safe and well lit up, family environment for children and their families. From food to games and prizes are free of charge. We reach a lot of our inner-city youth that otherwise wouldn't have a safe environment to attend on that day.
Deadline for Contributions: 11/16/23
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Mayor Tim Sandoval
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $500
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: D2 - $100, D3 - $150, D7 - $150 Total Funding amount: $400
ATTACHMENT:
Valley Indoor Swap Meet
Alcott Elementary PTA
Kennedy Austin Foundation
Victory Outreach Church of Pomona
A Fatherless Field
Prepared by:
Maura Montellano/ Beatrice Marrufo
Executive Assistant
Finding of Public Benefit