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City of Pomona Pomona, CA 91766
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City Council / Housing Authority / Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency
Mayor Tim Sandoval
Vice Mayor Steve Lustro
Councilmember Debra Martin
Councilmember Victor Preciado
Councilmember Nora Garcia
Councilmember Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole
Councilmember Lorraine Canales
VISION STATEMENT
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CLOSED SESSION
A) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b)(1))
City Clerk
MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER CANALES ABSENT), to add two items to the closed session agenda as permitted by Government Code Section 54954.2(b)(2) The first item was a matter of existing litigation:
EXISTING LITIGATION
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
United States, et al. . ex rel John Hendrix V. J-M Manufacturing Company Inc., and Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A., Case No. ED CV06-00055-GW The second item was a matter of potential initiation of litigation:
ONE CASE OF POTENTIAL INITIATION OF LITIGATION
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d) (4)
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Sandoval called the City Council Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
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CITY ATTORNEY REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Carvalho advised two late breaking items were added to the Closed Session agenda by a 6-0 vote of the City Council.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Community Member Dr. Huu Vo led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Tim Sandoval
Vice Mayor Steve Lustro
Councilmember Debra Martin
Councilmember Victor Preciado
Councilmember Nora Garcia
Councilmember Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole
Councilmember Lorraine Canales - via teleconference from 101 S. Havelock, NC 28532
Absent: None
City Clerk Rosalia Butler confirmed with Councilmember Lorraine Canales that she could hear the proceedings clearly, had a copy of the agenda, had posted a copy of the agenda at the Councilmember's location, and that the location was accessible to the public. City Clerk Butler then asked if any member of the public was with the Councilmember wishing to participate in the meeting. Councilmember Canales confirmed there was no member of the public with her wishing to participate in the meeting.
City Clerk Butler also asked the in-person Mayor and Councilmembers if they had any trouble hearing Councilmember Canales, and hearing no comment from them, City Clerk Butler confirmed the Mayor and all Councilmembers could hear Councilmember Canales clearly.
STAFF PRESENT
Anita D. Scott, City Manager
Sonia Carvalho, City Attorney
Rosalia A. Butler, City Clerk
Diana Robles, Deputy City Clerk
Michael Ellis, Pomona Police Chief
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PRESENTATIONS
*A Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Pomona Recognizing April 2025 as "Arts, Culture & Creativity Month" in the City of Pomona.
Mayor Sandoval presented the proclamation to Artists Joseph Walks and Cheyne Ellet, Cultural Arts Commissioners Christian Ornelas and Joshua Swodeck, and Arts Educator Tara Tavi. Commissioner Ornelas shared a few words about the importance of arts in the City of Pomona.
*A Proclamation by the City Council of the City of Pomona Recognizing April 25, 2025 as "Arbor Day" in the City of Pomona
Mayor Sandoval noted the proclamation however no one was present to accept. *A Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Pomona Recognizing April 18, 2025 as "Home Visting Day" in the City of Pomona
Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole presented the proclamation to Leticia Casillas Sanchez, Danette Lew, Stace Lee, Tina Wong and Rowena Gabriel. Recipients gave thanks to the City for the recognition.
MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBER COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Martin invited the community to attend the upcoming Love Your Parks Day at Ganesha Park.
Councilmember Lustro invited the community to attend the upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Clean-Up event at Washington Park, and the upcoming ribbon cutting event for the new playground equipment at Country Crossing Park. Lastly, Councilmember Lustro asked staff to clarify, for folks with building projects in the City, that a roll-away dumpster for construction waste would need to be acquired from Athens.
Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole invited the community to attend the upcoming District 4 Area Commander meeting.
Councilmember Preciado attended the Cesar Chavez Pilgrimage and gave thanks to everyone that participated. Councilmember Preciado also attended the Legislative Luncheon with the Pomona Chamber of Commerce. Lastly, Councilmember Preciado suggested a time capsule for the Civic Center Park.
Councilmember Garcia thanked everyone for reaching out to Councilmembers with their concerns and inquired about the City's policy regarding trees. Councilmember Garcia requested further discussion about the City's tree canopy.
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Mayor Sandoval announced the 2028 Olympics would have the cricket sporting event at the Pomona Fairplex and gave thanks to City Manager Scott and Police Chief Ellis for the Brewing a Better Pomona event. Lastly, Mayor Sandoval thanked Public Works staff for hosting a community meeting at Jaycee Park.
Councilmember Canales expressed condolences to the family of Beth Brooks for her passing.
CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
City Manager Scott attended, along with Public Works Director Meg McWade, Congresswoman Norma Torres' roundtable to discuss transportation in the region for the upcoming World Cup and Olympic events.
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.
Live Comments were as follows:
Dr. Huu Vo discussed his lifelong journey from Vietnam to the United States and discussed the importance of honoring Vietnam Veterans.
Mike Vega shared suggestions about street sweeping enforcement and shared concerns about the Metro parking lot.
Arias Wolcott discussed concerns with traffic and excessive trash in the downtown area.
Jason Schuler discussed the need for affordable, co-op and condominium housing, and discussed safety and privacy concerns with an upcoming housing project.
CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to approve the entire Consent Calendar, except Item No. 3 which was pulled by Mayor Sandoval.
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:
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April 1, 2025 Special Closed Session Meeting Minutes
April 7, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED • 7-0, to approve City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes of April 1, 2025, and April 7, 2025.
2. Approval of Agreement with The Institute of Ecological Civilization for Services Relating to Implementation of the California Proposition 47 (Prop 47) Grant It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve a forty-five month agreement with The Institute of Ecological Civilization in the amount not to exceed $52,213 for their role in supporting the Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) as it carries out the City of Pomona's California Proposition 47 Grant implementation; and,
2) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the agreement and any extensions, subsequent changes or amendments thereto, on behalf of the City, subject to review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to approve a forty-five month agreement with The Institute of Ecological Civilization in the amount not to exceed $52,213 for their role in supporting the Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) as it carries out the City of Pomona's California Proposition 47 Grant implementation; and, authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the agreement and any extensions, subsequent changes or amendments thereto, on behalf of the City, subject to review and approval as to form by the City Attorney.
3. Consideration of a Finding of Public Convenience or Necessity (PCN) for an Off-Sale Beer & Wine (Type-20) Alcohol License in Conjunction with an Existing Café Establishment Located at 101 W. Mission Boulevard, Suite 106 (Item was Continued from April 7, 2025 Regular Meeting Agenda)
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-33 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A FINDING OF PUBLIC
CONVENIENCE OR NECESSITY AS REQUIRED FOR AN OFF-SALE BEER AND WINE (TYPE-20) ALCOHOL LICENSE IN CONJUNCTION WITH AN EXISTING CAFÉ LOCATED AT 101 W. MISSION BOULEVARD, SUITE 106
*This item was pulled by Mayor Sandova.
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Mayor Sandoval asked questions to staff.
Development Services Director Betty Donavanik answered Mayor Sandoval's questions.
Mayor Sandoval expressed concern for the alcohol license staying with the land, even if the business were to shut down.
City Manager Scott spoke about the options the City had to address the concern, including an agreement with the condition that should the current use cease, then the CUP would also terminate unless the new use was also appropriate and that this condition be recorded 90 days from adoption of the resolution.
Property Owner and Business Owner John Peña advised he would be willing to enter into an agreement with the condition as stated by City Manager Scott.
Vice Mayor Lustro expressed support for the current use as proposed but shared the same concerns as Mayor Sandoval.
Councilmember Preciado asked questions about the item.
MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-33 with the additional condition to be recorded within 90 days.
4. Approval of Annual Audit Reports, Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024 It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the annual audit reports for fiscal year ended June 30, 2024.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to receive and file the annual audit reports for fiscal year ended June 30, 2024.
5. Recommend and Approval of the Use of Fund Balance in the Refuse Franchise Fee Funded Programs
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-46 -A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE USE OF THE FUND
BALANCE IN THE REFUSE FRANCHISE FEE FUNDED PROGRAMS AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2024-25 FRANCHISE FEE FUNDED PROGRAMS BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING $2,023,583 TOWARDS SECTION 115 TRUST CONTRIBUTION, EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT RESERVE AND
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT RESERVE FUND
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-46.
6. Adopt a Resolution Accepting Amended Grant Funds for the Operation of the Crisis Housing Program at Hope for Home Homeless Services Center and Amendment of the FY 2024-25 Operating Budget
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-54 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF AN ADDITIONAL $886,900 IN MEASURE H GRANT FUNDS FOR THE
OPERATION OF THE CRISIS HOUSING PROGRAM AT HOPE FOR HOME HOMELESS SERVICES CENTER (H4H), AMENDMENT OF THE FY 2024-25
OPERATING BUDGET TO INCREASE REVENUE ESTIMATES AND
APPROPRIATIONS BY $886,900
2) Amend the agreement with Volunteers of America of Los Angeles (VOALA) as the H4H Site Operator by increasing the award by $841, 135 to operate the Crisis Housing Program; and
3) 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 H4H Crisis Housing Program, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-54; and amend the agreement with Volunteers of America of Los Angeles (VOALA) as the H4H Site Operator by increasing the award by $841,135 to operate the Crisis Housing Program; 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 H4H Crisis Housing Program, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
7. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Housing Stabilization Division to Increase Revenue Estimates and Appropriations
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-55 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2024-25 OPERATING
BUDGET TO INCREASE REVENUE ESTIMATES AND APPROPRIATIONS BY $98,700
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-55.
8. Approval of Tract Map No.70570 for the Property Located at 675 E. Mission Boulevard, Pomona, CA, Assessor Parcel Number 8335-014-046 to -052, Including the Vacation of a Portion of a Public Alley, Related to 36 Unit Residential Condominium Development (Council District 2)
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-37 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TRACT MAP TM NO. 70570 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 675 E. MISSION BOULEVARD, ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 8335-014-046 TO -052, INCLUDING THE
VACATION OF A PORTION OF A PUBLIC ALLEY
2) Authorize the City Engineer to sign the Tract Map TM No. 70570 on behalf of the City.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-37; and authorize the City Engineer to sign the Tract Map TM No. 70570 on behalf of the City.
9. Approval to Amend the SC Signs Purchase Order for Citywide Signs and Unencumbering/Closing Safety Network Signs Purchase Order It is recommended that the City Council approve the amendment of the purchase order of Citywide signs with SC Signs at the prices bid for an amount of $480,000. of Citywide signs with SC Signs at the prices bid for an amount of $480,000.
10. Resolution to Amend the FY 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget by Closing Completed Projects and Reappropriating Unexpended Funds It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-39 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, TO AMEND THE FY 2024-25 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY CLOSING COMPLETED
PROJECTS, RELEASING AND/OR REAPPROPRIATING $809,872 OF
UNEXPENDED FUNDS
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-39.
11. Amendment to Extend Agreement with HR Green Pacific, Inc. for Professional Review and Inspection Consulting Services Related to the Gold Line It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve an Amendment to extend an agreement with HR Green Pacific, Inc. to provide professional on-call review and inspection consulting services for "Transit Improvement Program - Gold Line," Project No. 428-2590-XXXXX-68559 for an additional three-year term; and
2) Authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute the amendment and any subsequent amendments.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to approve an Amendment to extend an agreement with HR Green Pacific, Inc. to provide professional on-call review and inspection consulting services for "Transit Improvement Program - Gold Line," Project No. 428-2590-XXXXX-68559 for an additional three-year term; and authorize City Manager, or designee, to execute the amendment and any subsequent amendments.
12. Approve the Purchase of One Pickup Truck and Specialized Utility Trucks for the Water Resources Department
It is recommended that the City Council take the following action:
1) Approve the purchase of one Ford Lightning pickup truck in the amount of $72,523 from Transwest Truck Centers: and,
2) Approve a purchase two Ford F-350 Utility trucks, one Ford F-550 Gate Valve Utility truck, and one Ford F-450 Stakebed Utility truck in the amount of $636,891 from PB Loader, Sourcewell contract #96675.
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to approve the purchase of one Ford Lightning pickup truck in the amount of $72,523 from Transwest Truck Centers: and, approve a purchase two Ford F-350 Utility trucks, one Ford F-550 Gate Valve Utility truck, and one Ford F-450 Stakebed Utility truck in the amount of $636,891 from PB Loader, Sourcewell contract #96675.
13. Approval of the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Management Plan It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve the 2025 Sewer Management Plan (SSMP) in Attachment No. 1; and, 2) Direct staff to submit the approved document to the State Water Resources Control Board (Water Board) to meet compliance deadline.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to approve the 2025 Sewer Management Plan (SSMP) in Attachment No. 1; and, direct staff to submit the approved document to the State Water Resources Control Board (Water Board) to meet compliance deadline.
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
14. 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 items); and
A) Amount to be determined to Latino and Latina Roundtable in support of Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta Annual Pilgrimage: Requested Amount: $3,500 B) Amount to be determined to Historical Society of Pomona Valley in support of District 4 Area Commander Meeting: Requested Amount: $500 2) Receive and file the recap of final amounts.
MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 7-0, to make a finding of public benefit for items A-B.
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15. Approval of First Amendment to the Employment Agreement for City Manager and Adoption of Resolution Amending the Citywide Salary Schedule It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve the first amendment to the Employment Agreement with City Manager Anita D. Scott to provide a fifteen percent (15%) pay increase and authorize the Mayor to execute the amendment to the City Manager Employment Agreement on behalf of the City, subject to any non-substantive changes made by the City Attorney; and
2) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-56 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE CITY OF POMONA'S SALARY SCHEDULE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 TO MEET THE
REQUIREMENTS OF CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS TITLE 2, SECTIONS 570.5 AND 571 TO MODIFY THE SALARY OF THE CITY
MANAGER
Human Resources Director René Anderson gave a brief overview of the item in which she stated the City Manager's new salary would be $339,250.
Mayor Sandoval expressed it had been an honor to work with City Manager Scott and gave her congratulations.
Councilmember Martin stated City Manager Scott had been doing a great job and expressed confidence in City Manager Scott's leadership.
MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 7-0, to approve the first amendment to the Employment Agreement with City Manager Anita D. Scott to provide a fifteen percent (15%) pay increase and authorize the Mayor to execute the amendment to the City Manager Employment Agreement on behalf of the City, subject to any non-substantive changes made by the City Attorney; and adopt Resolution No. 2025-56.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
16. A Public Hearing to Consider an Appeal of Planning Commission Decision for a Conditional Use Permit Request to Allow the Conversion of an Existing Type-20 "Off-sale Beer and Wine" Alcohol License for a Type-21 "General Off-Sale" Alcohol License at Jake's Market, Located at 1175 E. Philadelphia Street (Case File:
CUP-021056-2023)
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
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1) Conduct a public hearing and receive public testimony; and 2) Uphold the decision of the Planning 1 Commission and approve the following resolution (Attachment No. 1):
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-52 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, DENYING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP-021056-2023) TO ALLOW THE CONVERSION OF AN
EXISTING TYPE-20 "OFF-SALE BEER AND WINE" ALCOHOL LICENSE TO A TYPE-21 "GENERAL OFF-SALE" LICENSE AT JAKE'S MARKET,
LOCATED AT 1175 E. PHILADELPHIA STREET
Planning Manager Geoffrey Starns introduced Assistant Planner Karina Diaz who gave the staff presentation.
Mayor Sandoval opened the Public Hearing.
Public Speaker Fakhar Trad spoke in opposition to the item.
Public Speaker Rene Guzman spoke in opposition to the item.
Public Speaker Luis Juarez spoke in support of the item.
The following people submitted non-speaking cards in opposition to the item:
Jorge Ortega
Martin Jr. Aguirre
Mayor Sandoval closed the Public Hearing.
Councilmember Garcia expressed support for the item.
Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole expressed support for the Planning Commission's decision.
Vice Mayor Lustro expressed support for the item.
Councilmember Martin expressed agreement with the previous comments from fellow councilmembers.
Mayor Sandoval expressed support for the Planning Commission's decision.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-52.
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17. Adoption of Resolution Establishing the Measure Y - Children and Youth Fund Implementation Policy and Introduction of an Ordinance to Sunset the Youth Commission to Provide Expanded Opportunities for Youth on the Measure Y Accountability Board
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-49 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE MEASURE Y
IMPLEMENTATION POLICY PURSUANT TO SECTION 4 OF THE POMONA KIDS FIRST INITIATIVE: THE POMONA FUND FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH; 2) Conduct a public hearing and receive public testimony; and 3) Introduce, waive further, and give first reading of the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 4356 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, DELETING DIVISION 5, YOUTH COMMISSION, FRON ARTICLE V, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS, OF CHAPTER 2
ADMINISTRATION, TO SUNSET THE COMMISSION TO PROVIDE
EXPANDED OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH ON THE MEASURE Y CHILDREN AND YOUTH FUND ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD, A 15-MEMBER BOARD OF WHICH EIGHT MEMBERS MUST BE BETWEEN 15 AND 24 YEARS OLD City Manager Scott gave the staff presentation.
Mayor Sandoval opened the Public Hearing.
Public Speaker Duane S. Smith spoke in support of the item.
Public Speaker John Clifford spoke in support of the item.
Public Speaker Miguel M. spoke in support of the item.
Public Speaker Merelyn Mendoza spoke in support of the item.
Public Speaker Linette V. spoke in support of the item.
The following people submitted non-speaking cards in support of the item:
Daniel O. Arlette V. Enrique V. Evelia R. Maria C. Ev
Hannah C Itzel C. Sam Z. Brianna A. Jeremiah F. Helen C.
Anel Destiny R.G. Sam G. Ivan Armondo Iris
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Councilmember Garcia asked questions about the item.
Councilmember Martin gave thanks to the students that came out to speak on the item.
Mayor Sandoval gave kudos to the young speakers for their public speaking.
MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-49; and, introduce, waive further, and give reading to Ordinance No. 4356.
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council meeting adjourned at 9:03 p.m. on April 21, 2025.
Respectfully submitted, ATTEST:
ROSALIAA. 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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