CITY OF POMONA
COUNCIL REPORT
May 20, 2024
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Anita D. Gutierrez, 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 Fist of Gold Youth Center in support of Fist of Gold Youth Amateur Boxing Show: Requested Amount: $2,000 Amount to be determine to Tradición Dance Company in support of Lazos de Nuestro Pasado Showcase: Requested Amount: $5,000 SB1439/GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLICABILITY:
☐ When this box is checked, it indicates the agenda item is subject to the Levine Act SB1439 requirements. Councilmembers are reminded to check their campaign contributions and determine whether they have received a campaign contribution of $250 or more that would require disclosure and/or recusal from discussing or acting on this agenda item. Campaign contributions of $250 or more made 1) by any person or entity who is identified in the agenda report as the applicant or proposer or 2) on behalf of the applicant or participant, including a parent, subsidiary or otherwise related business entity, or 3) by any person who has a financial interest in the agenda item requires a councilmember to comply with SB1439.
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: Fist of Gold Youth Center Inc.
Project/Activity: Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Fist of Gold Youth Center is enthusiastic about the opportunity to engage with the Pomona community at the annual youth boxing fundraiser. Fist of Gold also provides mentoring, networking, and guidance on leading a life of active wellness for the youth of Pomona. This event serves as a reminder to the community that Fist of Gold’s doors are open to youth of Pomona.
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Mayor Tim Sandoval
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $2,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Organization: Tradición Dance Company
Project/Activity: Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: This donation will serve as a benefit to our youth and program participants to be able to showcase the culture through Folklorico dance in full costumes and in a professional production setting at the Fox Theater in Pomona. Funds will be used to purchase props, costumes, cover rentals and other needs for the show.
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Nora Garcia Organization Requested Funding Amount: $5,000
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 eligible for additional contributions.
Organization: Children’s Services Foundation dba Catalyst Center Project/Activity: Thriving Into Adulthood
Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: The Thriving Into Adulthood convening offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from transition-aged youth as they share their experiences and insights on mental health and well-being. Funding will go toward essential elements, including venue rental, audio-visual equipment, transportation, stipends and nutritious meals.
Deadline for Contributions: 6/6/24
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Steve Lustro Organization Requested Funding Amount: $2,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Organization: Pauly’s Project
Project/Activity: Pauly’s Project First Annual Autism Awareness Free Community Event Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: This free community event allowing Pomona small businesses to support community with professional services for families in need, for families to unwind and allow themselves to feel supported, loved and have fun for the day, not worried about their child’s condition. Donations will be used for numerous expenses including chairs, tables, sensory merchandise, bounce house, food for volunteers and t-shirts.
Deadline for Contributions: 6/6/24
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Councilmember Steve Lustro Organization Requested Funding Amount: $10,000
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
Organization: Celebrating a Vision
Project/Activity: Gardening with Families-Cal Poly Field Trip Approved by CLC: N/A
Finding Recommended: Families will participate in a field trip to tour Cal Poly Pomona farms, visit the store, plan a healthy lunch. Our experts will give a presentation on beginners veganism and explain how making healthier food choices will save your life. Food is expensive and learning how to grow your own food saves money and on doctor visits.
Deadline for Contributions: 6/6/24
Councilmember Recommending Funding: Mayor Tim Sandoval
Organization Requested Funding Amount: $800
Councilmember Requested Funding Amount: TBD
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:
None.
Prepared by:
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Maura Montellano/Beatrice Marrufo
Executive Assistant
ATTACHMENT:
Fist of Gold Youth Center Inc.
Tradición Dance Company
Finding of Public Benefit