CLOSED SESSION
A) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGA TION (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a))
Yong Zhang v. City of Pomona, Pomona Police Department, and Does 1 through 50, inclusive
Los Angeles County Superior Court
Case No. 22STCV22321
Erika Lynn Montgomery; Jaleesa Himes, a minor through her Guardian Ad Litem, Erika Lynn Montgomery; Mayah Karolynn Mitchem; Jayda Himes, a minor through her Guardian Ad Litem, Erika Lynn Montgomery v. Cesar Muniz; an individual; City of Pomona; and Does 1 through 50, inclusive
Los Angeles County Superior Court
Case No. 22STCV13678
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Sandoval called the City Council Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
CITY A TTORNEY REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Carvalho stated there was no reportable action.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Sandoval led the pledge of allegiance.
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Mayor Tim Sandoval
Vice Mayor Nora Garcia
Councilmember John Nolte
Councilmember Victor Preciado
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. 7:00 PM Monday, November 18, 2024 Council Chambers
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ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor T im Sandoval
Vice Mayor Nora Garcia
Councilmember John Nolte
Councilmember Victor Preciado
Councilmember Steve Lustro
Councilmember Robert T orres
Absent: Councilmember Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole
STAFF PRESENT
Anita Scott, City Manager
Sonia Carvalho, City Attorney
Rosalia Butler, City Clerk
Diana Robles, Deputy City Clerk
Michael Ellis, Pomona Police Chief
Daniel T amayo, contracted by the City, provided translation services.
PRESENTA TIONS
*A Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Pomona Proclaiming November 30, 2024 as “Small Business Saturday” in the City of Pomona
As there was no communit y member present to receive the proclamation, it was not presented.
MA YOR/COUNCILMEMBER COMMUNICA TIONS
**Per Mayor Sandoval ’s direction , Mayor/Councilmember Communications were heard last, after Discussion Item No. 17.
Mayor Sandoval requested staff to bring back a resolution from 2016 to re-affirm the City of Pomona’s support for its undocumented community. Mayor Sandoval stated the new Councilmembers would be sworn-in on December 9th and the last City Council meeting of the current City Council would be December 2 nd. Lastly, Mayor Sandoval stated this was the last meeting for Public Works Director Rene Guerrero.
Vice Mayor Garcia presented a certificate of recognition to Public Works Director Guerrero and shared a few words of gratitude for his service.
Councilmember Lustro, Councilmember Nolte , Councilmember Preciado and Mayor Sandoval all expressed congratulations and well wishes to Public Works Director Guerrero.
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Public Works Director Guerrero shared a few words of appreciation for the Council’s words.
Councilmember Preciado discussed a new idea for the council to consider regarding policies to make the City a more welcoming destination.
Councilmember T orres congratulated Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole on her successful re- election and expressed appreciation to the District 6 community, and to staff.
Councilmember T orres expressed gratitude to the Councilmembers and shared it had been an honor to serve along their side.
CITY MANAGER COMMUNICA TIONS
City Manager Scott advised there was nothing to report.
PUBLIC PARTICIPA TION
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:
Julian Ibañez Mandujano expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of the completion of the City’s Parks Master plan.
T erese Augustin discussed her daughter’s disappearance, asked the community to keep their eyes open, and requested the City offer a reward in exchange for information.
Matthew Lingao discussed his sister’s disappearance and asked the community for their help in finding her.
Moses Castillo spoke on behalf of the parents of the missing children and requested the City offer a reward in exchange for information about the kid’s location.
Elvia Mendes requested assistance and support from the City by way of a reward to help find her missing son.
Alejandra O. discussed her dissatisfaction with Congresswoman T orres’ vote on bill HR9495.
T remale Ratcliffe thanked the City for the unveiling of Belinda Fierro’s name at Palomares Park, and congratulated Deputy Chief Hsu on his retirement.
Lorraine Canales expressed concerns with a gas station’s lack of property maintenance and with other vacant properties in district six.
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Veronica Cabrera discussed the economic crisis as it related to the lack of affordable housing and discussed the City’s budget.
Ellie O. discussed the settlement Allen V . City of Pomona and asked questions about the procedures it established in the City of Pomona.
Greg Estel suggested the new all abilities park planned for the Civic Center should be placed in a different part of the City.
Ivan Hernandez discussed the success of Measure Y at the November 2024 General Election.
CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT), to approve the entire Consent Calendar except for Item No. 4, pulled by Councilmember Nolte, and for Item No. 14 pulled for public comment.
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:
October 21, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
MOTION BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT) , to approve City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes of October 21, 2024.
2. Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending the Historic Overlay of the Zoning Map
It is recommended that the City Council adopt at second reading the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 4348 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP , HISTORIC
OVERLA Y (H-OVERLA Y) TO INCLUDE A LOCALL Y DESIGNA TED LANDMARK A T 290 HERITAGE COURT
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MOTION BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT), to adopt Ordinance No. 4348.
3. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 4349 Amending Pomona City Code Chapter 30 (Licenses, Permits And Miscellaneous Regulations), Article X (Sidewalk Vending) and Creating New Regulations for Sidewalk Vending Operations
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 4349 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING POMONA CITY CODE CHAPTER 30 (LICENSES, PERMITS AND MISCELLANEOUS REGULA TIONS), ARTICLE X (SIDEWALK VENDING) AND CREA TING NEW REGULA TIONS FOR SIDEWALK
VENDING OPERA TIONS
MOTION BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT), to adopt Ordinance No. 4349.
4. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 4350 Amending Pomona City Code Chapter 46 (Streets Sidewalks And Other Public Places), Article IV (Encroachments) to Add a New Division 4 (Sidewalk, Walkway, Off -Street Parking And Street/Roadway Obstructions)
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 4350 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING POMONA CITY CODE CHAPTER 46 (STREETS SIDEWALKS AND OTHER PUBLIC PLACES), ARTICLE IV (ENCROACHMENTS) TO ADD A NEW DIVISION 4 (SIDEWALK, WALKWA Y ,
OFF-STREET PARKING AND STREET/ROADWA Y OBSTRUCTIONS)
This item was pulled by Councilmember Nolte for a separate vote.
MOTION BY MA YOR SANDOVAL, SECOND BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, CARRIED 5-1 (COUNCILMEMBER NOLTE OPPOSED, COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT), to adopt Ordinance No. 4350.
5. Adopt a Resolution to Accept T ri-City Mental Health Services Act Funding, Awarded Volunteers of America Funds for Hope for Home Crisis Shelter Operations, and Amend Budget to Include Carryovers Funds
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
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1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-156 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF $396,025 IN MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT FUNDING (MHSA) FROM TRI CITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER TO OPERA TE 31 CRISIS SHELTER BEDS A T THE HOPE FOR HOME SERVICES CENTER (H4H), CARRYING OVER $345,589 FROM FY 2023 -24 TO FY 2024 -25, AND INCREASING
REVENUE ESTIMA TES AND APPROPRIA TIONS BY THE SAME AMOUNT
2) Amend the agreement with Volunteers of America Los Angeles (VOALA) as the Hope for Home Site Operator by awarding $701,711 to operate the Crisis Shelter Beds; and
3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all agreemen ts, amendments, and any other documentation requested for acceptance of the award, distribution of the funding and operation of the Hope for Home Crisis Housing Program, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
MOTION BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2024-156; and amend the agreement with Volunteers of America Los Angeles (VOALA) as the Hope for Home Site Operator by awarding $701,711 to operate the Crisis Shelter Beds; and authorize the City Manager to execute all agreements, amendments, and any other documentation requested for acceptance of the award, distribution of the funding and operation of the Hope for Home Crisis Housing Program, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
6. Approve Amendment to the Contract with Service First, Inc. Renewing the Contract for an Additional T wo Y ears and Increasing the not to Exceed Contract Amount to $512,254
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve the amendment to the contract with Service First, Inc. renewing the contract for an additional two years and increasing the not to exceed contract amount of $202,157 to $512,254. All other terms will remain the same; and
2) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents related with this action with the approval of the City Attorney as to form.
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MOTION BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT) , to approve the amendment to the contract with Service First, Inc. renewing the contract for an additional two years and increasing the not to exceed contract amount of $202,157 to $512,254. All other terms will remain the same; and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents related with this action with the approval of the City Attorney as to form.
7. Acceptance of a T obacco Grant Program in the Amount of $381,591
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-149 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2024 -25
OPERA TING BUDGET BY INCREASING REVENUE ESTIMA TES AND
APPROPRIA TIONS IN THE AMOUNT OF $381,591
2) Accept a T obacco Grant Program from the California Department of Justice (DOJ) in the amount of $381,591 beginning November 1, 2024 through June 30, 2028;
3) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute any and all agreements on behalf of the City, in substantially the form submitted, subject to review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
MOTION BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2024-149; and accept a Tobacco Grant Program from the California Department of Justice (DOJ) in the amount of $381,591 beginning November 1, 2024 through June 30, 2028; and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute any and all agreements on behalf of the City, in substantially the form submitted, subject to review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
8. Approval of an Expenditure Plan for FY 2024 -25 Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Account (SLESA)
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following actions:
1) Adopt the following resolution:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2024-185 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2024 -25
OPERA TING BUDGET BY INCREASING REVENUE ESTIMA TES AND
APPROPRIA TIONS BY $400,000
2) Approve an expenditure plan for FY 2024 -25 Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Account (SLESA) in the amount of $400,000.
MOTION BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT), to Resolution No. 2024-185; and approve an expenditure plan for FY 2024 -25 Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Account (SLESA) in the amount of $400,000.
9. Authorization to Enter Into a Development Impact Fee Deferral Agreement on Behalf of the City for the Main & Holt Affordable Housing Project
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-119 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO ENTER INTO A DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE DEFERRAL AGREEMENT OF APPROXIMA TEL Y $3,000,000 FOR A 100% AFFORDABLE HOUSING
PROJECT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY FOR THE MAIN & HOLT HOUSING
PROJECT
2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Development Impact Fee Deferral Agreement and all necessary associated documents, in substantially the form submitted herein, and authorize non -substantive changes with approval by the City Manager and City Attorney.
MOTION BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2024-119; and authorize the City Manager to execute the Development Impact Fee Deferral Agreement and all necessary associated documents, in substantially the form submitted herein, and authorize non-substantive changes with approval by the City Manager and City Attorney.
10. Approval of First Amendment to Cell T ower License Agreement at 1400 E. Mission Boulevard
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
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1) Approve the First Amendment to the Cell T ower License Agreement between the City of Pomona and CCTM1 LLC at 1400 E. Mission Boulevard;
2) Approve the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-192 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA , CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2024 -25 OPERA TING BUDGET BY INCREASING REVENUE ESTIMA TES BY $4,000 IN
CELL TOWER REVENUE
3) Authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment subject to review by the City Attorney.
MOTION BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT), to approve the First Amendment to the Cell Tower License Agreement between the City of Pomona and CCTM1 LLC at 1400 E. Mission Boulevard; adopt Resolution No. 2024 -192; and authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment subject to review by the City Attorney.
11. Approval of an Agreement between the City of Pomona and the County of Los Angeles for T raffic Signal Improvements along Arrow Highway
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve the T raffic Signal Synchronization Program (TSSP) Agreement with the County of Los Angeles; and
2) Authorize the City Manager or her designee to execute the related TSSP Agreement, and any amendments or related documents, subject to review by the City Attorney.
MOTION BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT) , to approve the Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (TSSP) Agreement with the County of Los Angeles; and authorize the City Manager or her designee to execute the related TSSP Agreement, and any amendments or related documents, subject to review by the City Attorney.
12. Approval of Grant Easement EC2-2024 to Southern California Edison for Electrical Infrastructure Installation on a Portion of City Property Located at 285 W. Seventh Street, Pomona, CA, Assessor Parcel Number 8341 -012-932, Related to the “Civic Center Plaza New Playground and Amenities” Project (Council District 2)
It is recommended that the City Council take the following action:
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1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-187 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GRANT OF EASEMENT EC2-2024 TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON FOR ELECTRICAL
INFRASTRUCTURE INSTALLA TION ON A PORTION OF CITY PROPERTY LOCA TED A T 285 W. SEVENTH STREET , ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 8341-012-932
2) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sign the Grant of Easement to SCE on behalf of the City.
MOTION BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2024-187; and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to sign the Grant of Easement to SCE on behalf of the City.
13. Resolution to Amend the FY 2024 -25 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget and Award of Construction Contract for “Holt Ave. (West) Reconstruction” and “Holt Ave. (East) Reconstruction”
It is recommended that the City Council approve the following actions:
1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-188 - A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE FY 2024-25
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY
UNAPPROPRIA TING $600,000 OF PROP C FUNDS FROM “HOLT A VE. (WEST) RECONSTRUCTION,” PROJECT NO. 428 -2590-XXXXX-71047 AND $500,000 OF PROP C FUNDS FROM “HOLT A VENUE CORRIDOR
IMPROVEMENTS,” PROJECT NO. 428 -2590-XXXXX-68575, AND
APPROPRIA TING THESE FUNDS TO “HOLT A VE. (EAST)
RECONSTRUCTION,” PROJECT NO. 428-2590-XXXXX-71050
2) Award a construction contract to Gentry Brothers, Inc. for “Holt Ave. (West) Reconstruction,” Project No. 428 -2590-XXXXX-71047 and “ Holt Ave. (East) Reconstruction,” Project No. 428 -2590-XXXXX-71050 in the total amount of $12,310,920, to include all Base Bid and Additive Alternate items;
3) Find that the projects referenced above are categorically exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301(c) and that the proposed projects will not have a significant effect on the environment; and
4) Authorize the City Manager, or her designee, to execute the construction contract/agreement and related documents (permits, amendments, etc.).
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MOTION BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2024-188; and award a construction contract to Gentry Brothers, Inc. for “ Holt A ve. (West) Reconstruction,” Project No. 428 -2590-XXXXX-71047 and “Holt A ve. (East) Reconstruction,” Project No. 428 -2590-XXXXX-71050 in the total amount of $12,310,920, to include all Base Bid and Additive Alternate items; and find that the projects referenced above are categorically exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301(c) and that the proposed projects will not have a significant effect on the environment; and Authorize the City Manager, or her designee, t o execute the construction contract/agreement and related documents (permits, amendments, etc.).
14. Resolution to Amend the FY 2024 -25 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget for “Enhanced T raffic Signage Replacement Program - Citywide”
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-189 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2024 -25 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY APPROPRIA TING $6,600 OF DISTRICT 5 CIP CARRYOVER DISCRETIONARY FUNDING TO “ENHANCED TRAFFIC SIGNAGE REPLACEMENT PROGRAM - CITYWIDE,” PROJECT NO. 428-2590-XXXXX-68588 AND MODIFYING THE PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This item was pulled for public comment.
Public Speaker Veronica Cabrera submitted a speaker card but when called to speak, she declined to speak.
MOTION BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2024-189.
15. Adoption of Resolution Accepting a Donation of 14 New T ables and 54 New Chairs from the Pomona Public Library Foundation, for Use in the Library Public Meeting Rooms, Donation T otal $12,088
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-55 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A DONA TION OF 14 NEW TABLES AND 54 NEW CHAIRS FROM THE POMONA
PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDA TION, FOR USE IN THE LIBRARY , DONA TION TOTAL $12,088
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MOTION BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2024-55.
After the Consent Calendar, items were heard in the following order: Discussion Item No. 16 , Discussion Item N o. 18, Discussion Item No. 17 , and Mayor/Councilmember Communications.
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
16. 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 Healed Women Heal in support of the Teen Inspired Programs: Requested Amount: $1,000
B) Amount to be determined to Total Restoration Ministries / Restore Her Place in support of 25 th Annual Holiday Community Outreach: Requested Amount:
$2,000
C) Amount to be determined to Cosmic Labyrinth in support of the Labyrinth Fiesta/Festival: Requested Amount: $5,000
D) Amount to be determined to Valley Indoor Swap Meet in support of the Annual Toy Giveaway: Requested Amount: $750
E) Amount to be determined to Sumner Danbury PFA in support to purchase of books for students.: Requested Amount: $15,000
F) Amount to be determined to Fox Community Culture Fund in support of the Entre Magia Y Muerte: Requested Amount: $7,500
G) Amount to be determined to St. Madeleine Catholic Church in support of the Our Lady of Guadalupe Procession: Requested Amount: $864
H) Amount to be determined to A Fatherless Father in support of the Miracle On Holt St. Toy Giveaway Community Candle Lighting: Requested Amount: $400
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I) Amount to be determined to Kennedy Austin Foundation in support of the Annual Toy and Thanksgiving Giveaway: Requested Amount: $500
J) Amount to be determined to Biker Kidz Foundation in support of the Biker Kidz Festival: Requested Amount: $1,000
K) Amount to be determined to Tradición Dance Company in support of the Tradición Navideña: Requested Amount: $3,000
L) Amount to be determined to Cesar Avelar and Magaly Valdez in support of an Honorarium for the State of Early Childhood Summit Presenters: Requested Amount: $1,000
2) Receive and file the recap of final amounts.
Public Speaker Jennifer spoke in support of the Labyrinth Fiesta/Festival.
MOTION BY MA YOR SANDOVAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT), to make a finding of public benefit for items A-L.
17. Receive and File the Fiscal Y ear 2023-24 Unaudited Y ear-End Overview , Review the Fiscal Y ear 2023-24 General Fund 1st Quarter Budget Review , and Adopt a Resolution Amending the Fiscal Y ear 2024-25 Operating Budget
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Receive and file the Fiscal Y ear (FY) 2023-24 Unaudited Y ear-End Overview
2) Review the FY 2024-25 General Fund 1st Quarter Budget Report
3) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-190 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2024 -25
OPERA TING BUDGET BY INCREASING REVENUE ESTIMA TES BY
$12,531,130 AND APPROPRIA TIONS BY $12,958,884
Finance Director Andrew Mowbray gave the staff presentation.
Public Speaker Veronica Cabrera submitted a speaker card but when called to speak, she declined to speak.
Vice Mayor Garcia expressed concern for the potential of an upcoming deficit and asked questions to staff.
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Councilmember Preciado asked questions to staff and commented looking forward to the future challenges that could be turned into opportunities.
Mayor Sandoval shared closing comments.
MOTION BY MA YOR SANDOVAL, SECOND BY VICE MA YOR GARCIA, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT), to receive and file the Fiscal Y ear (FY) 2023-24 Unaudited Y ear-End Overview; and review the FY 2024-25 General Fund 1st Quarter Budget Report; and adopt Resolution No. 2024-190.
18. Program Options for Rent Stabilization
It is recommended that the City Council discuss prog ram options related to Rent Stabilization in the City of Pomona and provide direction to staff.
*Please see attachment for emails submitted regarding this item.
Economic Development Director Kirk Pelser gave the staff presentation.
The following public speakers spoke in opposition to the establishment of rent stabilization efforts in the City:
Mark Warren
Nef Cortez
Greg Estel
Matthew Buck
Paul Thomas
The following public speakers spoke in support of the establishment of rent stabilization efforts in the City:
Jesus Rojas Graciela Conchas
Yaqueline Patino Beth Simmonson
Evelia Rocha Sumy
Maria Garcia Ellie O’Bosky
Manuel Barrera Aileen Yaz
Alejandra O. Y esenia Miranda Meza
The following public speakers submit ted non -speaker cards in support of the City establishing rent-stabilization measures:
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Veda Scott Natalie Aceves Ligia Martinez
Estefanie Cardenas Eunice Rowland Inis Villalparelo
Beatriz Sanchez Javier T opete Ivan Hernandez
Emma Perez Yaqueline Patino Luis Castrejon
Abimoel Sisay Ana Rocha Efrain Zawora
Abigail Sisay Sarzy Castrejon Emma Perez
Sonia Sisay Jesus Sanchez Mari Garcia
Pedro Sisay Evelia Rocha
Public Speaker Bob Hall discussed his experience as a tenant living in Pomona.
Public Speaker T remale Ratcliffe spoke in support of the City creating a rental -unit inspection program, and a tenant anti-harassment ordinance.
Public Speaker Ralph Acosta discussed the importance of addressing the root causes of poverty and the housing crisis.
Public Speaker Miranda Sheffield asked for a presentation that includes data on the outcomes and impacts of the current rent-stabilization ordinances.
Councilmember Nolte asked questions about the presentation to staff, expressed support for rent-stabilization ordinance and a rental-unit inspection program. Councilmember Nolte stressed the importance of creating housing stability, and expressed a desire to offer protections to those most vulnerable in the community.
Vice Mayor Garcia asked questions to staff and expressed opposition to option one as presented by staff. Vice Mayor Garcia requested an update on the City’s financial standing as impacted by the recently passed Measure Y . Vice Mayor Garcia expressed support for option three with modifications, but stressed the need for a review of the City’s financial standing in order to make a decision.
Councilmember Lustro asked various questions to staf f and expressed support for strengthening rental assistance programs. Councilmember Lustro also ask ed for a five - year fiscal analysis of the City’s finances and how Measure Y would impact them.
Councilmember T orres asked questions to staff and expressed support for option one with the addition of an anti -harassment ordinance but requested these options be presented to the new , incoming Councilmembers.
Councilmember Preciado asked various questions to staff, and requested staff return with a financial analysis of the City’s finances.
Councilmember Nolte asked more questions to staff and expressed support for option two as it is the more fiscally conservative option.
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Mayor Sandoval gave closing comments to express the importance of stable housing in a community. Mayor Sandoval directed staff to return with a presentation about options two and three with answers to the questions that were asked during tonight’s meeting, for Council consideration no later than the first City Council meeting in February 2025.
Mayor Sandoval called a recess at 10:20 p.m.
Mayor Sandoval resumed the meeting at 10:26 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council meeting adjourned at 11:11 p.m. on November 18, 2024.
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