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CLOSED SESSION

A) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) and (d)(1))

Karen Alvarez-Vasquez v. City of Pomona
Los Angeles County Superior Court
Case No. 23PSCV03004
One (1) case

B) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2))

One (1) case

CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Sandoval called the City Council Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION

City Attorney Carvalho advised the City Council by a vote of 6- 0 (Vice Mayor Lustro absent) approved a settlement in the amount of $225,000 for Closed Session Item A.

505 S. Garey Ave
Pomona, CA 91766 City of Pomona
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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

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, July 7, 2025 Council Chambers
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Councilmember Preciado 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

Absent: None

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

PRESENTATIONS

*A Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Pomona Recognizing July 2025 as “Parks and Recreation Month” in the City of Pomona.

Mayor Sandoval presented the proclamation to Mike Osoff, Community Services Manager, and other Community Services staff members.

*Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to Pomona Public Library Poet Laureate and Junior Poet Laureate

Mayor Sandoval presented certificates to Natalie Sierra and Kea Lee.

MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBER COMMUNICATIONS

Mayor Sandoval expressed support for immigrants in the community and emphasized the importance of solidarity . Mayor Sandoval announced the re- activation of the Pomona Compassion Fund and encouraged folks to donate to regional non-profit organizations that are directly supporting vulnerable members of the community.

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Councilmember Preciado expressed support for the re- activation of the Pomona Compassion Fund and asked questions to Pomona P olice Dept. staff. Councilmember Preciado expressed gratitude to people directly supporting the community.

Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole gave thanks to the Pomona Police Dept. for its efforts in responding to fireworks, and expressed condolences to the community of Kernville, Texas for their losses as a result of the flooding. Councilmember Ontiveros -Cole expressed solidarity with the immigration community.

Councilmember Canales thanked the folks who attended the District 6 Area Commander meeting and expressed condolences to Ron Vandermolen, and to the family of a Diamond Ranch High School student who passed away unexpectedly. Councilmember Canales announced various upcoming events: LA Care event, community event by Assemblymember Michelle Rodriguez, and the Second Saturday Art Walk.

Councilmember Garcia expressed gratitude to community members speaking up, and thanked Wish You Were Here Coffee, O’Donovan’s Pub, and Borreguitas for their direct support to the community. Councilmember Garcia expressed support for the re- activation of the Pomona Compassionate Fund and gave thanks to the Housing Division for the opening of the Stabilization Hub.

Councilmember Martin welcomed Congresswoman Norma Torres’ representative Jacqueline, Assemblymember Michelle Rodriguez’s representative Camille, Three Valleys Water District board member Jorge and commissioners in attendance. Councilmember Martin expressed condolences to the family of Ron Vandermolen.

Councilmember Lustro expressed condolences to Ron Vandermolen and spoke about his contributions to the community. Councilmember Lustro asked questions to staff about graffiti abatement.

Mayor Sandoval discussed Ron Vandermolen’s contributions to the City and expressed condolences to his family. Mayor Sandoval also expressed condolences to Paul Avila, founder of Paulie’s Project. Mayor Sandoval requested staff to assess how the City would be affected by the recently passed federal budget bill.

CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS

City Manager Scott recommended the removal of Consent Calendar Item No. 6 and Item No. 7.

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.

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Live Comments were as follows:

Kamille Hemsworth, from the office of Assemblymember Michelle Rodriguez, invited the community to attend the assemblymember’s inaugural summer BBQ event.

Kenneth Beard requested road repairs in his neighborhood.

Wendy Perez expressed concerns about a proposed development for her neighborhood.

Guillermo Gonzalez expressed concerns with the set time for an upcoming Zoning Administrator hearing.

Gwendolyn Blume, Serenity Senior Advocacy Group, discussed safety concerns at her apartment complex.

John Begin discussed his proposed development project and expressed concern with the development fees.

Neil Breckon expressed worry about the recently passed federal budget.

Everia Condon was called to speak but was not present to speak.

Yasmin Cardona, ICE Out of Pomona, thanked the City Council for activating the Compassion Fund and requested dedicated legal support for detainees of ICE.

Yesenia DeLa Fuente, ICE Out of Pomona, requested the City Council to issue a statement condemning the actions of ICE.

Amanda Oslinger, Project Lacey, discussed concerns about fentanyl related deaths and homelessness.

Jorge Marquez, board- member of Three Valleys Water District, introduced himself and advised he looked forward to building a partnership with the City.

Raymond Arrieta expressed concerns with the existing truck routes.

Stacey Cline was called to speak but was not present to speak.

Naomi Chavez expressed safety concerns about people posing as law enforcement.

Alex was called to speak but was not present to speak.

Gustavo Ramirez, World Peace Now, thanked the City Council for activating the Compassionate Fund and requested City Council to support the World Peace Now organization.

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Jacky Elizalde, from the office of Congresswoman Norma Torres, encouraged the community to contact their Congress representatives if they are having a difficult time locating loved ones that have been detained by ICE.

Lotte Oslinger and Gerald Magalad submitted non- speaker cards in support of Amanda Oslinger’s, Project Lacey, comments.

Erica Zaragoza submitted a non-speaker card requesting the installation of a four-way stop sign in her neighborhood.

CONSENT CALENDAR

MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, CARRIED 7-0, to approve the entire Consent Calendar except for Item No. 3 pulled by Councilmember Garcia, Item No. 9 pulled for public comment, Item No. 10 pulled for public comment and for Items No. 6 and No. 7 pulled by staff.

**After the Consent Calendar, items were heard in the following order: Discussion Calendar Item No. 13, Discussion Calendar Item No. 12, Public Hearing Item No. 14, Public Hearing Item No. 15, Consent Calendar Item No. 3, Consent Calendar Item No. 9 and Consent Calendar Item No. 10.

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:

June 2, 2025 Special Meeting Minutes

MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, CARRIED 7-0, to approve City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes of June 2, 2025.

2. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 4347 Amending the Pomona City Code by Adopting Fire Hazard Severity Zone Designations as Recommended by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Pursuant to Government Code Section 51178

It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following ordinance:

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ORDINANCE NO. 4347 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING POMONA CITY CODE CHAPTER 22 (FIRE PREVENTION) ADOPTING THE FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE

DESIGNATIONS AS RECOMMENDED BY THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF

FORESTRY AND FIRE PROTECTION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 51178, AND AMENDING CHAPTER 74, ARTICLE II, DIVISION 1, SECTION 74 -32 (CONSTRUCTION IN FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES)

ADOPTING PROVISIONS REGULATING OCCUPIED DWELLINGS AND

OCCUPIED STRUCTURES PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 51182, AND DETERMINING THE ORDINANCE TO BE EXEMPT FROM CEQA

MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Ordinance No. 4347.

3. Acceptance of Grant Funds from Pomona Unified School District for Outdoor & Active in 2025-26

It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:

1) Adopt the following resolution:

RESOLUTION NO. 2025 -64 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING $676,100 IN GRANT

FUNDING FROM POMONA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR OUTDOOR & ACTIVE IN 2025-26

2) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement and any subsequent amendments subject to review by the City Attorney.

*This item was heard after Public Hearing Item No. 15.

*Pulled by Councilmember Garcia.

Councilmember Garcia gave brief comments about the item.

Councilmember Canales asked questions about the item.

Mayor Sandoval gave brief comments about the item.

MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY MAYOR SANDOVAL , CARRIED 7-0, to approve Resolution No. 2025-64 and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement and any subsequent amendments subject to review by the City Attorney.

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4. Approve an Amendment with Stantec Consulting Services and to the Cooperative Agreement with the East San Gabriel Valley Watershed Management Group

It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:

1) Approve a one-year extension (Amendment No.5) from the original agreement approved in June 2020 with Stantec Consulting Services (Stantec) in an amount not to exceed $4,092,087 with an expiration date of Jun 30, 2026;

2) Approve Amendment No. 9 to the cooperative agreement with the cities of Claremont, La Verne, San Dimas and Pomona, collectively known as the East San Gabriel Valley Watershed Management Group; and

3) Authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 5 with Stantec approved by the city attorney, and Amendment No. 9 to the cooperative agreement on behalf of the City.

MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, CARRIED 7-0, to approve a one-year extension (Amendment No.5) from the original agreement approved in June 2020 with Stantec Consulting Services (Stantec) in an amount not to exceed $4,092,087 with an expiration date of Jun 30, 2026; approve Amendment No. 9 to the cooperative agreement with the cities of Claremont, La Verne, San Dimas and Pomona, collectively known as the East San Gabriel Valley Watershed Management Group; and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 5 with Stantec approved by the city attorney, and Amendment No. 9 to the cooperative agreement on behalf of the City.

5. Approve Retroactive Agreement Term Extension through June 30, 2025, and Payment to Enthalpy, LLC; and, Approve an Agreement to Eurofins Eaton Analytical, LLC for Water Quality Lab Testing Services

It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:

1) Approve retroactive agreement term extension through June 30, 2025 (FY 2024-25), and payment to Enthalpy, LLC (Enthalpy) for laboratory testing and analysis of water samples services, in the amount not-to-exceed $35,000;

2) Approve retroactive agreement (beginning July 1, 2025) to Eurofins Eaton Analytical, LLC (Eurofins) for a term of three- years in the amount of $900,000, with an option for two (2) additional years in one (1) year increments; and,

3) Authorize the City Manager to execute the contract and any amendments on behalf of the City, subject to review by the City Attorney.

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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, CARRIED 7-0, to a pprove retroactive agreement term extension through June 30, 2025 (FY 2024-25), and payment to Enthalpy, LLC (Enthalpy) for laboratory testing and analysis of water samples services, in the amount not -to-exceed $35,000; and approve retroactive agreement (beginning July 1, 2025) to Eurofins Eaton Analytical, LLC (Eurofins) for a term of three-years in the amount of $900,000, with an option for two (2) additional years in one (1) year increments; and, authorize the City Manager to execute the contract and any amendments on behalf of the City, subject to review by the City Attorney.

6. Award a Construction Contract to PUB Construction Inc. in the amount of $5,411,712 for the “Rehabilitation of 252 4th Street,” Project No. 428-2590-XXXXX-71210

It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:

1) Award a construction contract to PUB Construction Inc. for the “Rehabilitation of 252 E. 4th Street,” Project No. 428- 2590-XXXXX-71210, to include base bid items plus a ten percent contingency, in the total amount of $5,411,712;

2) Award of contract to be contingent upon approval of the Environment Review Record and issuance of Authority to Use Grant Funds by the Department of Housing and Urban Development; and,

3) Authorize the City Manager, or her designee, to execute the construction contract and any subsequent change orders on behalf of the City of Pomona (City).

THIS ITEM WAS CONTINUED; NO ACTION WAS TAKEN.

7. Award a Contract to Z&K Consultants for Construction Management and Labor Compliance Services for the Rehabilitation of 252 E. 4th Street, Pomona, CA

It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:

1) Approve an award of contract to Z&K Consultants for Construction Management and Labor Compliance Services for the rehabilitation of 252 E. 4th Street, Pomona, in the Amount of $177,092; and,

2) Authorize the City Manager, or her designee, to execute the professional services

THIS ITEM WAS CONTINUED; NO ACTION WAS TAKEN.

8. Authorization to Extend the Agreement with HR Green Pacific, Inc. for Professional On-Call Engineering Plan Check Services

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It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:

1) Approve and authorize a retroactive six -month extension of the agreement with HR Green Pacific, Inc., beyond the original five-year term for professional on-call engineering plan check services, effective June 1, 2025 through November 30, 2025, in an amount not to exceed $43,000; and

2) Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the amendment with HR Green Pacific, Inc., subject to review by the City Attorney.

MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, CARRIED 7 -0, to approve and authorize a retroactive six- month extension of the agreement with HR Green Pacific, Inc., beyond the original five- year term for professional on-call engineering plan check services, effective June 1, 2025 through November 30, 2025, in an amount not to exceed $43,000; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the amendment with HR Green Pacific, Inc., subject to review by the City Attorney.

9. Price Change for City-Provided Get About Ticket Books

It is recommended that the City Council approve a price and subsidy increase for the City-subsidized Get About ticket books from the current $5.00 a book (City subsidized $5.00) to $14.00 a book (City to subsidize $13.50) and modify the number of books sold per resident from the current two per month per resident to one per month per resident.

*This item was heard after Consent Calendar Item No. 3.

*This item was pulled for public comment.

Public Speaker Stacey Cline was not present when called to speak.

MOTION BY VICE MAYOR LUSTRO , SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS- COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to approve a price and subsidy increase for the City-subsidized Get About ticket books from the current $5.00 a book (City subsidized $5.00) to $14.00 a book (City to subsidize $13.50) and modify the number of books sold per resident from the current two per month per resident to one per month per resident.

10. Adopt a Resolution Accepting Grant Funds for the Operation of the Interim Housing Program at Hope for Home Homeless Services Center

It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:

1) Adopt the following resolution:

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 -83 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF

THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF $3,540,865 IN MEASURE A GRANT FUNDS FOR THE OPERATION OF

THE INTERIM HOUSING PROGRAM AT HOPE FOR HOME HOMELESS
SERVICES CENTER (H4H) AND AMENDMENT OF THE FY 2025 -2026

OPERATING BUDGET

2) 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 Interim Housing Program, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.

*This item was heard after Consent Calendar Item No. 9.

*This item was pulled for public speakers.

Public Speaker Jeffrey Michaelson, Hope 4 Holt Initiative, expressed support for the item but asked for innovative solutions to address homelessness.

Public Speaker Ira Mendez , Hope 4 Holt Initiative, asked questions about the item and shared concerns.

Public Speaker Ellie O’Bosky requested the bed capacity at the local shelter be increased and expressed support for innovative solutions to address homelessness.

Councilmember Martin and Councilmember Preciado asked brief questions about the item.

Housing Stabilization Manager Donyielle Holley answered their questions.

MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-83 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 Interim Housing Program, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.

11. Approving Amendments to the Pomona City Council Goddess and Award Presentation Policy

It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-88 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE

POMONA CITY COUNCIL GODDESS AND AWARD PRESENTATION POLICY

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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-88.

DISCUSSION CALENDAR

12. Authorization for City Attorney to File Nuisance Abatement Actions Against Property and Business Owners of: 1) Pala Motel (987 E. Holt Ave.); 2) Deluxe Motel (915 W.

Holt Ave.); and 3) Super Inn (975 W. Holt Ave.)

It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Attorney to file nuisance abatement actions in Los Angeles Superior Court against the property and business owners of the Pala Motel located at 987 E. Holt Ave.; the Deluxe Motel located at 915 W. Holt Ave.; and the Super Inn located at 975 W. Holt Ave.

*This item was heard after Discussion Calendar Item No. 13.

Development Services Director Betty Donavanik gave the staff presentation.

Public Speaker Jeffrey Michaelson, Hope 4 Holt Initiative, expressed concerns for increasing the number of boarded up businesses.

Public Speaker Girishghai Ahir, Super Inn and Pala Motel, expressed a desire to work with the City to address the issues on the property.

Public Speaker Ira Mazer, Hope 4 Holt Initiative, expressed concerns for the folks that use the motels as a home to stay off the streets and asked questions.

Public Speaker Jay Ahir, Deluxe Motel, expressed a desire to work with the City.

The Mayor and Councilmembers made comments and discussed the importance of ending the nuisance conditions of the hotel properties.

MOTION BY MAYOR SANDOVAL , SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 7-0, to authorize the City Attorney to file nuisance abatement actions in Los Angeles Superior Court against the property and business owners of the Pala Motel located at 987 E. Holt Ave.; the Deluxe Motel located at 915 W. Holt Ave.; and the Super Inn located at 975 W. Holt Ave

13. Notice of Termination of Agreement for Fire Services from Los Angeles County Fire and Discussion of Options for Providing Cost-Effective Delivery of Fire Services

It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:

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1) Review the staff presentation outlining the structural financial challenges associated with the Fire District’s request to amend the Fire Services contract to implement a full cost recovery model, and;

2) Direct staff to research and present alternative, financially sustainable models for fire service delivery for future City Council consideration/approval; OR

3) Direct staff to bring back a resolution for Council approval to proceed with implementing the Fire District’s full cost recovery request, and;

4) In conjunction with the option at paragraph 3 above, direct staff to prepare programmatic General Fund reduction recommendations to offset the anticipated increased costs associated with continuing Fire Services with Los Angeles County.

*Please see attachment for emails received regarding this item.

**This item was heard after the Consent Calendar.

City Manager Scott gave the staff presentation.

Public Speaker Guillermo Gonzalez expressed support for option number three.

Public Speaker Lisa expressed support for option number three.

Public Speaker William Gamble, Acting Assistant Fire Chief from the Los Angeles County Fire Department, advised LACoFD is no longer able to subsidize the cost of services to Pomona.

Councilmember Garcia asked questions and expressed support for exploring other financially sustainable models for fire services.

Councilmember Martin expressed support for renewing a fire services contract with the Los Angeles County Fire Department.

Councilmember Canales expressed concern for the risk factors contributing to increased fire threats.

Vice Mayor Lustro expressed support for researching financially sustainable models of fire services.

Mayor Sandoval expressed support for researching financially sustainable models for fire services.

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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR LUSTRO , CARRIED 6-1 (COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN OPPOSED), to direct staff to research and present alternative, financially sustainable models for fire service delivery for future City Council consideration/approval and to prepare programmatic General Fund reduction recommendations to offset the anticipated increased costs associated with continuing Fire Services with Los Angeles County.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

14. Adopting the FY 2025-26 Annual Action Plan with Funding Recommendations

It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:

1) Adopt the following resolution:

RESOLUTION NO. 2025 -81 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FY 2025 -26

ANNUAL ACTION PLAN WITH PROPOSED FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY

DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG), HOME INVESTMENT

PARTNERSHIPS (HOME), AND EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANT (ESG)

FEDERAL ENTITLEMENT PROGRAMS

2) Approve final award recommendations for the FY 2025-26 CDBG Program;

3) Approve final award recommendations for the FY 2025-26 HOME Program;

4) Approve final award recommendations for the FY 2025-26 ESG Program;

5) Approve the inclusion of funding awards in the Annual Action Plan;

6) Adopt the FY 2025-26 Annual Action Plan as amended by item 5 above; and

7) Authorize the City Manager to execute appropriate applications and certification documents for the Annual Action Plan for submittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

*This item was heard after Discussion Calendar Item No. 12.

Housing Services Manager Maria Siacunco gave a brief staff presentation.

There were no public speakers for this item.

Councilmember Garcia gave brief comments.

Councilmember Preciado asked questions about the item.

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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY MAYOR SANDOVAL , CARRIED 7 -0, to adopt Resolution No. 2025 -81; and approve final award recommendations for the FY 2025- 26 CDBG Program; and approve final award recommendations for the FY 2025- 26 HOME Program; and approve final award recommendations for the FY 2025- 26 ESG Program; and approve the inclusion of funding awards in the Annual Action Plan; and adopt the FY 2025- 26 Annual Action Plan as amended by item 5 above; and authorize the City Manager to execute appropriate applications and certification documents for the Annual Action Plan for submittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

15. Amending the FY 2025- 26 Master Fee Schedule by Adding the California Daylighting Law (AB 413) Parking Citation Fee

It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-82 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2025 -26 MASTER FEE SCHEDULE BY ADDING THE CALIFORNIA DAYLIGHTING LAW (AB 413)

PARKING CITATION FEE UNDER POLICE SERVICES FEES

*This item was heard after Public Hearing Item No. 14.

Lt. Brian Hagerty gave the staff presentation.

Mayor Sandoval opened the public hearing.

Public Speaker D uane Smith, Clean and Green Pomona, expressed support for the item and shared concerns.

Public Speaker Alice R. Gomez expressed support for the item and shared some concerns.

Mayor Sandoval closed the public hearing.

Councilmembers asked questions and gave comments about the item expressing support for a strong educational outreach to inform residents of the upcoming changes.

MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 7-0, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-82.

ADJOURNMENT

The City Council meeting adjourned in memory of Ron Vandermolen and Paul A vila at 10:24 p.m. on July 7, 2025.

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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

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