CITY OF POMONA
COUNCIL REPORT
April 6, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Anita D. Scott, City Manager
Submitted By: Mark J. Gluba, Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT: AUTHORIZE STAFF TO SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION TO TRI-CITY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES’ COMMUNITY WELLBEING GRANT PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council authorize City staff to pursue a Tri-City Mental Health Services funding opportunity for a project designed to improve the wellbeing of members ages 0-25.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
On March 16, 2026, Tri-City Mental Health Services announced a funding opportunity that is available to communities who work, serve, and support ages 0-25 in the cities of Pomona, Claremont, and Pomona.
SB1439/GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLICABILITY:
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FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact in submitting a grant application. There is no grant match requirement.
DISCUSSION:
Tri-City Mental Health Services is a comprehensive mental health provider serving the communities of Pomona, Claremont, and La Verne. On March 16, 2026, Tri-City announced its 2026-27 funding opportunity. The intent of the program is to support communities to build their own capacity and strengthen the wellbeing of their members and the community as a whole. The program is for communities who work, serve, and support 0-25 year olds in the cities of Pomona, La Verne, and Claremont. After a thorough review of the grant guidelines, eligibility, and criteria, staff confirmed the City's eligibility to apply.
Approval of this action will allow staff to submit a grant application to Tri-City’s Community Wellbeing Grant Program by April 13, 2026. The maximum request is $25,000 and there is no grant match. Award announcements are expected May 2026 and if awarded, the project must be completed by June 30, 2027.
COUNCIL PRIORITIES & GOALS:
This item supports the 2021-2022 City Council Priority 1: Fiscal and Operational Responsibility – Goal C: Obtain additional grant funding and other revenues to help achieve City goals and Priority 4: Safe and Clean Community – Goal M: Improve safety and cleanliness at parks and public spaces.
Prepared by:
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Monica Belloso
Management Analyst
Authorization to Submit a Grant Application to Tri-City Mental Health Services’ Community Wellbeing Grant Program