505 S. Garey Ave
City of Pomona Pomona, CA 91766
Regular Meeting Minutes
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City Council / Housing Authority
Mayor Tim Sandoval
Vice Mayor Lorraine Canales
Councilmember Debra Martin
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.
Monday, July 6, 2026 7:00 PM Council Chambers
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Sandoval called the City Council meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
There was no report out because there was no closed session meeting.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Lustro led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Vice Mayor Lorraine Canales
Councilmember Victor Preciado
Councilmember Nora Garcia
Councilmember Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole
Councilmember Steve Lustro
Absent: Mayor Tim Sandoval
Councilmember Debra Martin
STAFF PRESENT
Mark Gluba, Assistant City Manager
Sonia Carvalho, City Attorney
City Council / Housing Authority Meeting Minutes July 6, 2026 Karla Shipman, Acting 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 2026 as "Parks and Recreation Month" in the City of Pomona
Vice Mayor Canales presented the proclamation to various Community Services staff members and Adrian Valdez, Recreation Supervisor, expressed thanks for the proclamation.
*A Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Pomona Recognizing the 160th Anniversary of the Formation of the United States Buffalo Soldiers Regiments in July 1866 Vice Mayor Canales presented the proclamation to Donna Houston, founder of the Nogales Buffalo Soldiers Legacy Association who shared a few words of gratitude and invited the public to attend the African American Advisory Alliance's upcoming presentation and free event about the Buffalo Soldiers.
MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBER COMMUNICATIONS
Vice Mayor Canales requested Consent Calendar Item No. Five be continued to the next regular City Council meeting and made a motion to continue the item.
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR CANALES, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS- COLE, CARRIED 4-1 (COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO OPPOSED, MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to continue Consent Calendar Item no. 5 to the next regular City Council meeting.
Acting City Clerk Shipman advised members of the public that had submitted speaker cards for Consent Calendar Item No. 5 that they would still be able to give their comments during Public Comment despite the item being continued.
Councilmember Lustro announced the Pomona Concert Band's summer series would take place at the Palomares Community Center and announced the upcoming Hazard Waste Collection event hosted by LA County Sanitation District.
Councilmember Garcia advised she would be absent for the July 20th City Council meeting and announced various upcoming events including the grand opening of the Civic Center park, the Library's summer reading program and Community Services summer programs.
Councilmember Preciado thanked folks for attending community events, announced the upcoming Second Saturday Art Walk, and thanked staff for posting the US flags around the City. Councilmember Preciado requested a future presentation about the rates and plans for the downtown Pomona parking lots.
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City Council / Housing Authority Meeting Minutes July 6, 2026 Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole expressed concern about the illegal firework activity in the City and expressed gratitude for the US flags posted around the City. Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole also expressed sympathy to the City of Chino for the events that took place in their city over the fourth of July weekend.
Vice Mayor Canales thanked Police and Fire personnel for their efforts over the holiday weekend, thanked staff for posting the flags around the City and announced the upcoming Second Saturday Art Walk in downtown Pomona.
CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
Assistant City Manager Gluba stated there was nothing to report.
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:
Raymond Yavram shared comments about a document expressing the benefits of diversity.
Gustavo Ramirez discussed his past interaction with each councilmember and requested their support.
CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to approve the entire Consent Calendar except for Items No. 5, and 7.
1. Approval of Termination of Easement and Quitclaim Deed at 8 Rio Rancho Road It is recommended that the City Council approve a Termination of Easement and Quitclaim Deed; and authorize the City Manager to execute and record both documents with the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to approve a Termination of Easement and Quitclaim Deed; and authorize the City Manager to execute and record both documents with the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder.
Adopt a resolution approving a takeover agreement for existing and proposed sewer mains.
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
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City Council / Housing Authority Meeting Minutes July 6, 2026 1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-54 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A TAKEOVER
AGREEMENTFOR THE TRANSFER OF EXISTING AND PROPOSED SEWER FORCE MAINS.
2) Approve the deposit payment of $150,000 to Sanitation District for the estimated costs identified in the agreement; and
3) Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the Takeover Agreement ("Attachment No. 1") with the County Sanitation District No. 2 of Los Angeles County ("District") and any subsequent documents or amendments on behalf of the City.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-54; and approve the deposit payment of $150,000 to Sanitation District for the estimated costs identified in the agreement; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the Takeover Agreement ("Attachment No. 1"') with the County Sanitation District No. 2 of Los Angeles County ("District") and any subsequent documents or amendments on behalf of the City.
3. Adoption of a Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Statement of Investment Policy for the City of Pomona
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-72 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE 2026-27 STATEMENT OF
INVESTMENT POLICY FOR THE INVESTMENT OF PUBLIC FUNDS BY THE
CITY TREASURER
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-72.
Award sole source purchase order to royal industrial solutions for Allen Bradley parts.
It is recommended that the City Council take the following action:
1) Award a sole source purchase order with Royal Industrial Solutions for the purchase of Allen Bradley parts and related services for a term of five-years.
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to award a sole source purchase order with Royal Industrial Solutions for the purchase of Allen Bradley parts and related services for a term of five-years.
5. Award of Professional Services Agreement for Citywide Tree Maintenance and Emergency Response Services to Mariposa Tree Management, Inc.
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Award a three-year contract to Mariposa Tree Management, Inc. to provide citywide tree trimming, maintenance, and emergency response services, at prices bid, for an initial three-year term retroactive to July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029, with the option to extend for up to two additional one-year periods; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement with Mariposa Tree Management, Inc. including extra work, and any extensions or amendments thereto, subject to review by the City Attorney.
*This item was continued to a future regular City Council meeting. *Please see attachment to view emailed comments for this item.
6. Approval of Tract Map No. 83563 for the Property Located at 312 West Franklin Avenue, Pomona, CA, Assessor Parcel Number 8344-021-005, Related to an 11-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. 2026-78 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TRACT MAP TM NO. 83563 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 312 WEST FRANKLIN AVENUE, ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 8344-021-005; and
2) Authorize the City Engineer to sign the Tract Map TM No. 83563 on behalf of the City.
*Please see attachment to view emailed comments for this item.
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-78; and authorize the City Engineer to sign the Tract Map TM No. 83563 on behalf of the City.
7. Authorization to Extend the Agreement with TRIO Community Meals, LLC for Catered Meal Services for Three Months
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve and authorize a retroactive three-month extension of the contract with TRIO Community Meals, LLC beyond the original three-year term for catered meal services for the Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP) effective July 1, 2026 through September 30, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $43,240; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the agreement with TRIO Community Meals, LLC and any extensions or amendments thereto, subject to review by the City Attorney.
*This item was pulled by Councilmember Garcia for comment.
Councilmember Garcia expressed concern about the reduction in available funds from the county for this program and requested staff collaborate with other regional partners to help fill the gap.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to approve and authorize a retroactive three-month extension of the contract with TRIO Community Meals, LLC beyond the original three-year term for catered meal services for the Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP) effective July 1, 2026 through September 30, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $43,240; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the agreement with TRIO Community Meals, LLC and any extensions or amendments thereto, subject to review by the City Attorney.
8. Award of a Contract for One-Year with Four (4) One-Year Extension Options to Intermex, Inc. for Professional Charter Bus Services in FY 2026-27 1) Award a retroactive one-year contract to Intermex, Inc. for the operation of charter bus services in FY 2026-27, with four one-year extension options to begin on July 1, 2026 for a total amount not to exceed $55,000; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the contract and any amendments or extension thereto, subject to review by the City Attorney City of Pomona Page 6
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to award a retroactive one-year contract to Intermex, Inc. for the operation of charter bus services in FY 2026-27, with four one-year extension options to begin on July 1, 2026 for a total amount not to exceed $55,000; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the contract and any amendments or extension thereto, subject to review by the City Attorney.
9. Award of a Contract for One-Year with Four (4) One-Year Extension Options to First Choice Refresh, Inc. for Operation of Vending Machines at Various City Facilities in FY 2026-27
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Award a retroactive contract to First Choice Refresh, Inc. for the operation of the vending machines at various City facilities in FY 2026-27, with four (4) one-year extension options to begin on July 1, 2026; and
2) Authorize the City manager, or designee to execute the contract and any amendments or extensions thereto, subject to review by City Attorney.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to award a retroactive contract to First Choice Refresh, Inc, for the operation of the vending machines at various City facilities in FY 2026-27, with four (4) one-year extension options to begin on July 1, 2026; and authorize the City manager, or designee to execute the contract and any amendments or extensions thereto, subject to review by City Attorney.
10. Adopt Official Election Results of the June 2, 2026 Primary Municipal Election It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-81 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACTS OF THE PRIMARY MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD JUNE 2, 2026, DECLARING THE RESULT AND
SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-81.
11. Notice and Call of General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026 to be Consolidated with the Los Angeles County (Statewide) General Election for the Election of One (1) Member of the City Council for District 2 City of Pomona Page 7
City Council / Housing Authority Meeting Minutes July 6, 2026 It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolutions in order to conduct a General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-82 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, FOR THE ELECTION OF ONE (1) MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL AS
REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA RELATING TO CHARTER CITIES
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-83 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 3, 2026, WITH
THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE DATE
PURSUANT TO SECTION 10403 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE
RESOLUTION NO 2026-84 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR
CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES
STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-82, Resolution No. 2026-83 and Resolution No. 2026-84.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
12. Public Hearing and Consideration of Adoption of a Resolution Regarding the Levy of Fiscal Year 2026-27 Assessments for the Consolidated Citywide Street Lighting and Landscaping Maintenance District.
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Conduct a Public Hearing regarding the levy of assessments for the Consolidated Citywide Street Lighting and Landscaping Maintenance District for FY2026-27; 2) After receiving public comments and testimony, close the Public Hearing and adopt the following Resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-73 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT DIAGRAMS, ZONE BOUNDARIES, AND THE LEVY OF FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 ASSESSMENTS FOR THE CONSOLIDATED CITYWIDE
STREET LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
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Vice Mayor Canales opened the public hearing, and with no public speakers, Vice Mayor Canales closed the public hearing.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-73.
13. Public Hearing and Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing and Directing the County of Los Angeles Auditor-Controller to Include Delinquent Solid Waste (Trash) Collection Charges as a Special Assessment to be Collected on the Property Tax Roll for Fiscal Year 2026-27, and Record a Lien Against Such Delinquent Parcels of Property and Amending the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Operating Budget to Increase Revenue Estimates by $80,475
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Conduct a Public Hearing, and after consideration of the public testimony; 2) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-41 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF AUDITOR-CONTROLLER TO
INCLUDE DELINQUENT SOLID WASTE (TRASH) COLLECTION CHARGES
AS A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT TO BE COLLECTED ON THE PROPERTY TAX ROLL FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27, TO RECORD A LIEN AGAINST
SUCH DELINQUENT PARCELS OF PROPERTY, AND TAKING OTHER
ACTIONS RELATED THERETO AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 OPERATING BUDGET TO ICNREASE REVENUE ESTIMATES BY $80,475 IN FD145 REFUSE ADMIN I CC2506 GENERAL OPERATIONS
REIMBURSEMENT; and
3) Approve the lien list of delinquent Solid Waste (Trash) collection accounts to be submitted to the Los Angeles County Auditor-Controller (Controller) no later than August 5, 2026, to be included as a Special Assessment for the respective affected parcels on the County property tax rolls.
City Engineer Dichosa gave the staff presentation.
Vice Mayor Canales opened the public hearing and with no public speakers, Vice Mayor Canales closed the public hearing.
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 4-1 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA OPPOSED, MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ASBENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-41; and approve the lien list of delinquent Solid Waste (Trash) collection accounts to be submitted to the Los Angeles County Auditor-Controller (Controller) no later than August 5, 2026, to be included as a Special Assessment for the respective affected parcels on the County property tax rolls.
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m. on July 6, 2026.
Respectfully submitted, ATTEST:
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TIM SANDOVAL
Acting City Clerk/Secretary of the Pomona Mayor/Chair of the Pomona City Council/Housing Authority City Council/Housing Authority City of Pomona Page 10
Robles, Diana
From: Pat Mahoney <[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, July 3, 202610:26 AM
To: Gil, Sonia; Sandoval, Tim; Martin, Debra; Preciado, Victor; Garcia, Nora; Ontiveros-Cole, Elizabeth; Lustro, Steve; Canales, Lorraine; Carvalho, Sonia (BBK Law); City Clerk Cc: Vic Gonzalez; Erik Diaz
Subject: Council agenda item number 5, Award of Professional Services Agreement,. Request for Reconsideration of Award - RFP No. 2026-17
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Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
City of Pomona
505 South Garey Avenue
Pomona, CA 91766
RE: Request for Reconsideration of Award - RFP No. 2026-17 Citywide Tree Maintenance and Emergency Response Services Dear Mayor and Members of the City Council,
On behalf of West Coast Arborists, Inc. (WCA), I respectfully request that the City Council reconsider the proposed award of the Citywide Tree Maintenance and Emergency Response Services contract before taking final action.
For more than 25 years, WCA has proudly served the City of Pomona as your trusted tree maintenance contractor. During that time, we have worked side-by-side with City staff to protect and enhance Pomona's urban forest while providing dependable emergency response, exceptional customer service, and safe, professional tree care. It has been an honor to serve this community, and we remain deeply committed to its continued success.
We respectfully believe WCA continues to provide the best overall value to the City of Pomona.
Why WCA Deserves Reconsideration
The City's Primary Tree Maintenance Program Costs the Same The grid tree maintenance program, the largest and most important component of this contract, is priced exactly the same by WCA and the recommended contractor. • The overall difference between the two proposals is only 1.6%. • The difference is primarily associated with as-needed and contingency work that may or may not be utilized during the contract term.
• For the City's core tree maintenance program, the pricing is identical. 1 Robles, Diana
From: GJB <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, July 2, 2026 1:11 PM
To: City Clerk
Subject: TruMark elephant Hill/SR-71 expansion
CAUTION: This email originated from outside of your organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. 1 am a Pomona resident living on Grier Street, 350 feet from the SR-71 construction zone and less than a mile from the Elephant Hill ridgeline. My home lies directly within the evacuation choke zone, construction impact zone, and high-risk fire corridor for both the Elephant Hill subdivision and the freeway expansion.
The City is reviewing a 228-home development on a steep hillside designated High and Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones under the 2025 state maps. The project provides only one access road-Sorrento Drive-for all residents and emergency response, violating California Fire Code 9503.1.2, which requires two independent fire-apparatus access roads in high-risk areas. The developer's claims of "secondary access" (traffic light, internal lane, locked fire road, Mission Boulevard) do not meet state standards.
This ridge has a documented history of instability: the 1982 explosive blast that damaged over 500 homes, including mine, and the 2005 Meadow Ridge landslide, for which Pomona was found liable under Inverse Condemnation. A 2026 Cal Poly wildfire assessment identifying the ridge as a continuous high-risk corridor was omitted from the Draft EIR, triggering CEQA recirculation requirements.
Given the fire risk, single access, unstable geology, and SR-71 impacts, I request written confirmation of the project's compliance with fire-access, evacuation, CEQA, and safety requirements.
I asked this project not be voted upon until these issues are resolved. I asked this be made a permanent part of the record
Gloria Brown
25 Years of Proven Performance
) For more than two decades, WCA has:
• Successfully maintained Pomona's urban forest.
• Provided dependable 24-hour emergency response.
• Developed extensive knowledge of the City's tree inventory, neighborhoods, parks, and rights-of- way.
• Built strong working relationships with City staff and residents. • Delivered consistent, reliable service year after year.
Outstanding Safety Record
Safety has always been one of our highest priorities.
• 25 years of service to the City of Pomona.
• No significant lability claims arising from our tree maintenance operations in Pomona. • A comprehensive safety culture built on continuous employee training and industry best practices.
Local Workforce
WCA is proud to employ local residents.
• Many of our employees live in Pomona.
Our crews know the neighborhoods they serve.
• Thay take pride in serving the community they call home.
Union Workforce
WCA is a proud Laborers' Union signatory contractor.
Our employees receive:
• Apprenticeship training.
• Continuing education.
• Ongoing safety training.
• Stable career employment with excellent retention.
Environmental Leadership
WCA has been an industry leader in sustainability.
Through our Street Tree Revival® program we:
Recycle and repurpose virtually 100% of green waste generated from our operations. • Reduce landfill disposal.
• Support California's environmental and sustalnability goals. 2 Resources You Can Count On
• More than 1,200 employees.
• Approximately 1,800 pieces of equipment.
• More than 125 ISA Certified Arborists.
More than 170 Certified Tree Workers.
• Immediate access to additional crews and equipment during emergencies.
A Trusted Community Partner
During our years serving Pomona, WCA has:
• Received over 30 letters of recognition from residents and City staff. • Earned praise for professionalism, responsiveness, quality of work, and customer service, • Supported local schools, community organizations, and civic events. • Built lasting relationships throughout the community, at Ganesha Park, WCA and chainsaw artist John Mahoney created more than 10 wood carvings, including a large California grizzly bear, celebrating Pomona's Native American heritage at the historic Indian village and burial grounds.
Our Request
We respectfully request that the City Council continue this agenda item to the next City Council meeting to allow sufficient time for further review.
• Reconsider the proposed award of the Citywide Tree Maintenance and Emergency Response Services contract.
• Direct staff to meet with West Coast Arborists to discuss and negotiate before taking final action.
• Ensure the Council has the benefit of all relevant information before making a decision that will impact the City's urban forest for years to come.
• If additional time is needed, allow WCA to continue providing services on a month-to-month basis under the current agreement until a new contract is awarded, ensuring uninterrupted service to the City and its residents.
Given that the City will pay the exact same price for the primary grid tree maintenance program, and that only 1.6% separates the total proposals, we respectfully believe our:
• 25 years of successful service to the City of Pomona
• Outstanding safety record
• Highly trained Laborers' Union workforce
• Many employees who live in Pomona
• Hundreds of letters of recognition from residents and City staff • Industry-leading sustalnability and recycling program • Extensive resources and emergency response capabilities 3 represent the best overall value for the City of Pomona.
We sincerely appreciate the trust the City has placed in West Coast Arborists over the past 25 years. It has been our privilege to serve this community, and we respectfully ask for the opportunity to continue that partnership.
Thank you for your thoughtful consideration.
Respectfully,
Patrick Mahoney
President
West Coast Arborists,
714 920 0445 cell
Award of Citywide Tree Trimming, Maintenance and Emergency Response Services I TEM #S
Due to the City Council rejection of bids for citywide tree trimming, maintenance and emergency response services, Council authorized a six-month extension to the Agreement with WCA to allow time to complete a competitive RFP for long-term tree trimming and maintenance services.
On September 22, 2025, the City issued Invitation for Bid No. 2025-29 for Citywide Tree Maintenance and Emergency Response Services.
On June 16, 2025, the City Council authorized a six-month extension to the agreement with WCA to allos time to complete a competitive Invitation for Bids (IFB) for long-term tree maintenance services.
On September 20, 2021, the City Council approved a three-year base term piggyback contract with WCA, with two optional one-year extensions for tree related services, not to exceed the annual budgeted amount.
DISCUSSION:
The Public Works Department, through its Parks and Facilities Division, is responsible for maintaining trees across parks, streets, and public facilities as part of its commitment to sustaining a healthy and resilient urban forest. Routine tree maintenance is essential to promote tree health, reduce long-term maintenance costs, and mitigate risks associated with falling limbs or tree failures. Emergency response services are also a critical component, ensuring the City can respond quickly to storm damage, disease, or other urgent tree-related safety hazards.
On April 29, 2026, the City issued Request for Proposal No. 2026-17 (RFP) for Citywide Tree Maintenance and Emergency Response Services to 205 firms via PlanetBids. Thirty-six fiums downloaded the RFP and eight bids were submitted. Tivo bids were deemed non-responsive by the Purchasing Division and as such, six proposals were evaluated based on overall project approach, qualifications, prior experience, technical merit, and price reasonableness. After a comprehensive evaluation, Mariposa was determined to be the most qualified and responsible bidder. Reference checks have been completed with positive feedback received from other cities.
Citywide Tree Maintenance and Emergency Response Services RFP No: 2026-17
Rank Score
1 Mariposa Tree Management, Inc. 211.20
2 West Coast Arborists, Inc. 200.01
Great Scott Tree Service 177.01
North Star Land Care 154.73
Golden West Arbor Services Inc. 149.58
6 Tiger Tree Services, Inc. 140.00
Mariposa's proposal demonstrated the strongest overall understanding of the City's urban forestry objectives and maintenance standards. While the RFP established a citywide grid-based ten faCt tes, including those in the Phillips Ranch Assessment District Rank Firm Score Total Amount Union
1 Mariposa Tree Management, Inc. 211.20 $ 4,444,076.00 No 2 West Coast Arborist, Inc. 200.01 $ 4,514,609.00 Yes
3 Great Scott Tree Service 177.01 $ 4,923,557.72 No
4 North Star Land Care 154.73 $ 3,446,347.00 Yes
Golden West Arbor Services, Inc. 149.58 $ 2,917,669.00 No 6 Tiger Tree Services, Inc. 140.00 $ 1,806,907.00 No
Robles, Diana
From: James Lloyd <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, July 6, 2026 2:12 PM
To: Sandoval, Tim; Martin, Debra; Preciado, Victor; Garcia, Nora; Ontiveros-Cole, Elizabeth; Lustro, Steve; Canales, Lorraine
Cc: City Clerk; Carvalho, Sonia (BBK Law); Barron, Alina; Scott, Anita; planningcounter; Donavanik, Betty Subject: public comment re item 6 for tonight's Council meeting Attachments: Pomona - 312 West Franklin Avenue - HAA Letter - CC.pdf CAUTION: This email originated from outside of your organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
Dear Pomona City Council,
The California Housing Defense Fund (CalHDF) submits the attached public comment re item 6 for tonight's Council meeting, the proposed 11-unit housing development project at 312 West Franklin Avenue.
Sincerely,
James M. Lloyd
Director of Planning and Investigations
California Housing Defense Fund
[email protected]
CalHDF is grant & donation funded
Donate today - https://calhdf.org/donate/
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HDF
Jul 6, 2026
City of Pomona
505 S. Garey Ave.
Pomona, CA 91766
Re: Proposed Housing Development Project at 312 West Franklin Avenue To: [email protected]; [email protected]; Victor. [email protected]; Nora. [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; Lorraine, Canales@pomonaca, gov
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[email protected]; Betty. [email protected] Dear Pomona City Council,
The California Housing Defense Fund (CalHDF) submits this letter to remind the City of its obligation to abide by all relevant state laws when evaluating the proposed 11-unit housing development project at 312 West Franklin Avenue. These laws include the Housing Accountability Act (HAA), AB 130, and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines.
The HAA provides the project legal protections. It requires approval of zoning and general plan compliant housing development projects unless findings can be made regarding specific, objective, written health and safety hazards. (Gov. Code, § 65589.5, subd. (j).) The HAA also bars cities from imposing conditions on the approval of such projects that would reduce the project's density unless, again, such written findings are made. (Ibid.) As a development with at least two-thirds of its area devoted to residential uses, the project falls within the HAA's ambit, and it complies with local zoning code and the City's general plan.
The HAA's protections therefore apply, and the City may not reject the project except based on health and safety standards, as outlined above. Furthermore, if the City rejects the project or impairs its feasibility, it must conduct "a thorough analysis of the economic, social, and environmental effects of the action." (Id. at subd. (b).) 2201 Broadway, PH1, Oakland, CA 94612
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Furthermore, the project is exempt from state environmental review under the Class 32 CEQA categorical exemption (In-Fill Development Projects) pursuant to section 15332 of the CEQA Guidelines, as the project is consistent with the applicable general plan designation and all applicable general plan policies as well as the applicable zoning designation and regulations; the proposed development occurs within city limits on a project site of no more than five acres substantially surrounded by urban uses; the project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare, or threatened species; approval of the project would not result in any significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality; and the site can be adequately served by all required utilities and public services. Furthermore, the project is eligible for a statutory exemption from CEQA pursuant to AB 130. (Pub. Res. Code, § 21080.66.) Caselaw from the California Court of Appeal affirms that local governments err; and may be sued, when they improperly refuse to grant a project a CEQA exemption or streamlined CEQA review to which it is entitled. (Hilltop Group, Inc. v. County of San Diego (2024) 99 Cal.App.5th 890, 911)
As you are well aware, California remains in the throes of a statewide crisis-level housing shortage. New housing such as this is a public benefit: it will expand the City's tax base; it will bring new customers to local businesses; and it will reduce displacement of existing residents by reducing competition for existing housing. It will also help cut down on transportation-related greenhouse gas emissions by providing housing in denser, more urban areas, as opposed to farther-flung regions in the state (and out of state). While no one project will solve the statewide housing crisis, the proposed development is a step in the right direction. CalHDF urges the City to approve it, consistent with its obligations under state law.
CalHDF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation whose mission includes advocating for increased access to housing for Californians at all income levels, including low-income households. You may learn more about CalHDF at www.calhdf.org.
Sincerely,
Dylan Casey
CalHDF Executive Director
James M. Lloyd
CalHDF Director of Planning and Investigations
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City Council / Housing Authority
Mayor Tim Sandoval
Vice Mayor Lorraine Canales
Councilmember Debra Martin
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.
Monday, July 6, 2026 7:00 PM Council Chambers
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Sandoval called the City Council meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
There was no report out because there was no closed session meeting.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Lustro led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Vice Mayor Lorraine Canales
Councilmember Victor Preciado
Councilmember Nora Garcia
Councilmember Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole
Councilmember Steve Lustro
Absent: Mayor Tim Sandoval
Councilmember Debra Martin
STAFF PRESENT
Mark Gluba, Assistant City Manager
Sonia Carvalho, City Attorney
City Council / Housing Authority Meeting Minutes July 6, 2026 Karla Shipman, Acting 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 2026 as "Parks and Recreation Month" in the City of Pomona
Vice Mayor Canales presented the proclamation to various Community Services staff members and Adrian Valdez, Recreation Supervisor, expressed thanks for the proclamation.
*A Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Pomona Recognizing the 160th Anniversary of the Formation of the United States Buffalo Soldiers Regiments in July 1866 Vice Mayor Canales presented the proclamation to Donna Houston, founder of the Nogales Buffalo Soldiers Legacy Association who shared a few words of gratitude and invited the public to attend the African American Advisory Alliance's upcoming presentation and free event about the Buffalo Soldiers.
MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBER COMMUNICATIONS
Vice Mayor Canales requested Consent Calendar Item No. Five be continued to the next regular City Council meeting and made a motion to continue the item.
MOTION BY VICE MAYOR CANALES, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS- COLE, CARRIED 4-1 (COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO OPPOSED, MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to continue Consent Calendar Item no. 5 to the next regular City Council meeting.
Acting City Clerk Shipman advised members of the public that had submitted speaker cards for Consent Calendar Item No. 5 that they would still be able to give their comments during Public Comment despite the item being continued.
Councilmember Lustro announced the Pomona Concert Band's summer series would take place at the Palomares Community Center and announced the upcoming Hazard Waste Collection event hosted by LA County Sanitation District.
Councilmember Garcia advised she would be absent for the July 20th City Council meeting and announced various upcoming events including the grand opening of the Civic Center park, the Library's summer reading program and Community Services summer programs.
Councilmember Preciado thanked folks for attending community events, announced the upcoming Second Saturday Art Walk, and thanked staff for posting the US flags around the City. Councilmember Preciado requested a future presentation about the rates and plans for the downtown Pomona parking lots.
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Vice Mayor Canales thanked Police and Fire personnel for their efforts over the holiday weekend, thanked staff for posting the flags around the City and announced the upcoming Second Saturday Art Walk in downtown Pomona.
CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
Assistant City Manager Gluba stated there was nothing to report.
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:
Raymond Yavram shared comments about a document expressing the benefits of diversity.
Gustavo Ramirez discussed his past interaction with each councilmember and requested their support.
CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to approve the entire Consent Calendar except for Items No. 5, and 7.
1. Approval of Termination of Easement and Quitclaim Deed at 8 Rio Rancho Road It is recommended that the City Council approve a Termination of Easement and Quitclaim Deed; and authorize the City Manager to execute and record both documents with the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to approve a Termination of Easement and Quitclaim Deed; and authorize the City Manager to execute and record both documents with the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder.
Adopt a resolution approving a takeover agreement for existing and proposed sewer mains.
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-54 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A TAKEOVER
AGREEMENTFOR THE TRANSFER OF EXISTING AND PROPOSED SEWER FORCE MAINS.
2) Approve the deposit payment of $150,000 to Sanitation District for the estimated costs identified in the agreement; and
3) Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the Takeover Agreement ("Attachment No. 1") with the County Sanitation District No. 2 of Los Angeles County ("District") and any subsequent documents or amendments on behalf of the City.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-54; and approve the deposit payment of $150,000 to Sanitation District for the estimated costs identified in the agreement; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the Takeover Agreement ("Attachment No. 1"') with the County Sanitation District No. 2 of Los Angeles County ("District") and any subsequent documents or amendments on behalf of the City.
3. Adoption of a Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Statement of Investment Policy for the City of Pomona
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-72 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE 2026-27 STATEMENT OF
INVESTMENT POLICY FOR THE INVESTMENT OF PUBLIC FUNDS BY THE
CITY TREASURER
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-72.
Award sole source purchase order to royal industrial solutions for Allen Bradley parts.
It is recommended that the City Council take the following action:
1) Award a sole source purchase order with Royal Industrial Solutions for the purchase of Allen Bradley parts and related services for a term of five-years.
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to award a sole source purchase order with Royal Industrial Solutions for the purchase of Allen Bradley parts and related services for a term of five-years.
5. Award of Professional Services Agreement for Citywide Tree Maintenance and Emergency Response Services to Mariposa Tree Management, Inc.
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Award a three-year contract to Mariposa Tree Management, Inc. to provide citywide tree trimming, maintenance, and emergency response services, at prices bid, for an initial three-year term retroactive to July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029, with the option to extend for up to two additional one-year periods; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement with Mariposa Tree Management, Inc. including extra work, and any extensions or amendments thereto, subject to review by the City Attorney.
*This item was continued to a future regular City Council meeting. *Please see attachment to view emailed comments for this item.
6. Approval of Tract Map No. 83563 for the Property Located at 312 West Franklin Avenue, Pomona, CA, Assessor Parcel Number 8344-021-005, Related to an 11-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. 2026-78 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TRACT MAP TM NO. 83563 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 312 WEST FRANKLIN AVENUE, ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 8344-021-005; and
2) Authorize the City Engineer to sign the Tract Map TM No. 83563 on behalf of the City.
*Please see attachment to view emailed comments for this item.
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-78; and authorize the City Engineer to sign the Tract Map TM No. 83563 on behalf of the City.
7. Authorization to Extend the Agreement with TRIO Community Meals, LLC for Catered Meal Services for Three Months
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve and authorize a retroactive three-month extension of the contract with TRIO Community Meals, LLC beyond the original three-year term for catered meal services for the Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP) effective July 1, 2026 through September 30, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $43,240; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the agreement with TRIO Community Meals, LLC and any extensions or amendments thereto, subject to review by the City Attorney.
*This item was pulled by Councilmember Garcia for comment.
Councilmember Garcia expressed concern about the reduction in available funds from the county for this program and requested staff collaborate with other regional partners to help fill the gap.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to approve and authorize a retroactive three-month extension of the contract with TRIO Community Meals, LLC beyond the original three-year term for catered meal services for the Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP) effective July 1, 2026 through September 30, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $43,240; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the agreement with TRIO Community Meals, LLC and any extensions or amendments thereto, subject to review by the City Attorney.
8. Award of a Contract for One-Year with Four (4) One-Year Extension Options to Intermex, Inc. for Professional Charter Bus Services in FY 2026-27 1) Award a retroactive one-year contract to Intermex, Inc. for the operation of charter bus services in FY 2026-27, with four one-year extension options to begin on July 1, 2026 for a total amount not to exceed $55,000; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the contract and any amendments or extension thereto, subject to review by the City Attorney City of Pomona Page 6
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to award a retroactive one-year contract to Intermex, Inc. for the operation of charter bus services in FY 2026-27, with four one-year extension options to begin on July 1, 2026 for a total amount not to exceed $55,000; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the contract and any amendments or extension thereto, subject to review by the City Attorney.
9. Award of a Contract for One-Year with Four (4) One-Year Extension Options to First Choice Refresh, Inc. for Operation of Vending Machines at Various City Facilities in FY 2026-27
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Award a retroactive contract to First Choice Refresh, Inc. for the operation of the vending machines at various City facilities in FY 2026-27, with four (4) one-year extension options to begin on July 1, 2026; and
2) Authorize the City manager, or designee to execute the contract and any amendments or extensions thereto, subject to review by City Attorney.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to award a retroactive contract to First Choice Refresh, Inc, for the operation of the vending machines at various City facilities in FY 2026-27, with four (4) one-year extension options to begin on July 1, 2026; and authorize the City manager, or designee to execute the contract and any amendments or extensions thereto, subject to review by City Attorney.
10. Adopt Official Election Results of the June 2, 2026 Primary Municipal Election It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-81 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACTS OF THE PRIMARY MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD JUNE 2, 2026, DECLARING THE RESULT AND
SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-81.
11. Notice and Call of General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026 to be Consolidated with the Los Angeles County (Statewide) General Election for the Election of One (1) Member of the City Council for District 2 City of Pomona Page 7
City Council / Housing Authority Meeting Minutes July 6, 2026 It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolutions in order to conduct a General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-82 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, FOR THE ELECTION OF ONE (1) MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL AS
REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA RELATING TO CHARTER CITIES
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-83 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 3, 2026, WITH
THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE DATE
PURSUANT TO SECTION 10403 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE
RESOLUTION NO 2026-84 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR
CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES
STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-82, Resolution No. 2026-83 and Resolution No. 2026-84.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
12. Public Hearing and Consideration of Adoption of a Resolution Regarding the Levy of Fiscal Year 2026-27 Assessments for the Consolidated Citywide Street Lighting and Landscaping Maintenance District.
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Conduct a Public Hearing regarding the levy of assessments for the Consolidated Citywide Street Lighting and Landscaping Maintenance District for FY2026-27; 2) After receiving public comments and testimony, close the Public Hearing and adopt the following Resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-73 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT DIAGRAMS, ZONE BOUNDARIES, AND THE LEVY OF FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 ASSESSMENTS FOR THE CONSOLIDATED CITYWIDE
STREET LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
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Vice Mayor Canales opened the public hearing, and with no public speakers, Vice Mayor Canales closed the public hearing.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA, CARRIED 5-0 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-73.
13. Public Hearing and Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing and Directing the County of Los Angeles Auditor-Controller to Include Delinquent Solid Waste (Trash) Collection Charges as a Special Assessment to be Collected on the Property Tax Roll for Fiscal Year 2026-27, and Record a Lien Against Such Delinquent Parcels of Property and Amending the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Operating Budget to Increase Revenue Estimates by $80,475
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Conduct a Public Hearing, and after consideration of the public testimony; 2) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-41 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF AUDITOR-CONTROLLER TO
INCLUDE DELINQUENT SOLID WASTE (TRASH) COLLECTION CHARGES
AS A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT TO BE COLLECTED ON THE PROPERTY TAX ROLL FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27, TO RECORD A LIEN AGAINST
SUCH DELINQUENT PARCELS OF PROPERTY, AND TAKING OTHER
ACTIONS RELATED THERETO AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 OPERATING BUDGET TO ICNREASE REVENUE ESTIMATES BY $80,475 IN FD145 REFUSE ADMIN I CC2506 GENERAL OPERATIONS
REIMBURSEMENT; and
3) Approve the lien list of delinquent Solid Waste (Trash) collection accounts to be submitted to the Los Angeles County Auditor-Controller (Controller) no later than August 5, 2026, to be included as a Special Assessment for the respective affected parcels on the County property tax rolls.
City Engineer Dichosa gave the staff presentation.
Vice Mayor Canales opened the public hearing and with no public speakers, Vice Mayor Canales closed the public hearing.
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 4-1 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA OPPOSED, MAYOR SANDOVAL AND COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN ASBENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-41; and approve the lien list of delinquent Solid Waste (Trash) collection accounts to be submitted to the Los Angeles County Auditor-Controller (Controller) no later than August 5, 2026, to be included as a Special Assessment for the respective affected parcels on the County property tax rolls.
ADJOURNMENT
The City Council meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m. on July 6, 2026.
Respectfully submitted, ATTEST:
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TIM SANDOVAL
Acting City Clerk/Secretary of the Pomona Mayor/Chair of the Pomona City Council/Housing Authority City Council/Housing Authority City of Pomona Page 10
Robles, Diana
From: Pat Mahoney <[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, July 3, 202610:26 AM
To: Gil, Sonia; Sandoval, Tim; Martin, Debra; Preciado, Victor; Garcia, Nora; Ontiveros-Cole, Elizabeth; Lustro, Steve; Canales, Lorraine; Carvalho, Sonia (BBK Law); City Clerk Cc: Vic Gonzalez; Erik Diaz
Subject: Council agenda item number 5, Award of Professional Services Agreement,. Request for Reconsideration of Award - RFP No. 2026-17
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Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
City of Pomona
505 South Garey Avenue
Pomona, CA 91766
RE: Request for Reconsideration of Award - RFP No. 2026-17 Citywide Tree Maintenance and Emergency Response Services Dear Mayor and Members of the City Council,
On behalf of West Coast Arborists, Inc. (WCA), I respectfully request that the City Council reconsider the proposed award of the Citywide Tree Maintenance and Emergency Response Services contract before taking final action.
For more than 25 years, WCA has proudly served the City of Pomona as your trusted tree maintenance contractor. During that time, we have worked side-by-side with City staff to protect and enhance Pomona's urban forest while providing dependable emergency response, exceptional customer service, and safe, professional tree care. It has been an honor to serve this community, and we remain deeply committed to its continued success.
We respectfully believe WCA continues to provide the best overall value to the City of Pomona.
Why WCA Deserves Reconsideration
The City's Primary Tree Maintenance Program Costs the Same The grid tree maintenance program, the largest and most important component of this contract, is priced exactly the same by WCA and the recommended contractor. • The overall difference between the two proposals is only 1.6%. • The difference is primarily associated with as-needed and contingency work that may or may not be utilized during the contract term.
• For the City's core tree maintenance program, the pricing is identical. 1 Robles, Diana
From: GJB <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, July 2, 2026 1:11 PM
To: City Clerk
Subject: TruMark elephant Hill/SR-71 expansion
CAUTION: This email originated from outside of your organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. 1 am a Pomona resident living on Grier Street, 350 feet from the SR-71 construction zone and less than a mile from the Elephant Hill ridgeline. My home lies directly within the evacuation choke zone, construction impact zone, and high-risk fire corridor for both the Elephant Hill subdivision and the freeway expansion.
The City is reviewing a 228-home development on a steep hillside designated High and Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones under the 2025 state maps. The project provides only one access road-Sorrento Drive-for all residents and emergency response, violating California Fire Code 9503.1.2, which requires two independent fire-apparatus access roads in high-risk areas. The developer's claims of "secondary access" (traffic light, internal lane, locked fire road, Mission Boulevard) do not meet state standards.
This ridge has a documented history of instability: the 1982 explosive blast that damaged over 500 homes, including mine, and the 2005 Meadow Ridge landslide, for which Pomona was found liable under Inverse Condemnation. A 2026 Cal Poly wildfire assessment identifying the ridge as a continuous high-risk corridor was omitted from the Draft EIR, triggering CEQA recirculation requirements.
Given the fire risk, single access, unstable geology, and SR-71 impacts, I request written confirmation of the project's compliance with fire-access, evacuation, CEQA, and safety requirements.
I asked this project not be voted upon until these issues are resolved. I asked this be made a permanent part of the record
Gloria Brown
25 Years of Proven Performance
) For more than two decades, WCA has:
• Successfully maintained Pomona's urban forest.
• Provided dependable 24-hour emergency response.
• Developed extensive knowledge of the City's tree inventory, neighborhoods, parks, and rights-of- way.
• Built strong working relationships with City staff and residents. • Delivered consistent, reliable service year after year.
Outstanding Safety Record
Safety has always been one of our highest priorities.
• 25 years of service to the City of Pomona.
• No significant lability claims arising from our tree maintenance operations in Pomona. • A comprehensive safety culture built on continuous employee training and industry best practices.
Local Workforce
WCA is proud to employ local residents.
• Many of our employees live in Pomona.
Our crews know the neighborhoods they serve.
• Thay take pride in serving the community they call home.
Union Workforce
WCA is a proud Laborers' Union signatory contractor.
Our employees receive:
• Apprenticeship training.
• Continuing education.
• Ongoing safety training.
• Stable career employment with excellent retention.
Environmental Leadership
WCA has been an industry leader in sustainability.
Through our Street Tree Revival® program we:
Recycle and repurpose virtually 100% of green waste generated from our operations. • Reduce landfill disposal.
• Support California's environmental and sustalnability goals. 2 Resources You Can Count On
• More than 1,200 employees.
• Approximately 1,800 pieces of equipment.
• More than 125 ISA Certified Arborists.
More than 170 Certified Tree Workers.
• Immediate access to additional crews and equipment during emergencies.
A Trusted Community Partner
During our years serving Pomona, WCA has:
• Received over 30 letters of recognition from residents and City staff. • Earned praise for professionalism, responsiveness, quality of work, and customer service, • Supported local schools, community organizations, and civic events. • Built lasting relationships throughout the community, at Ganesha Park, WCA and chainsaw artist John Mahoney created more than 10 wood carvings, including a large California grizzly bear, celebrating Pomona's Native American heritage at the historic Indian village and burial grounds.
Our Request
We respectfully request that the City Council continue this agenda item to the next City Council meeting to allow sufficient time for further review.
• Reconsider the proposed award of the Citywide Tree Maintenance and Emergency Response Services contract.
• Direct staff to meet with West Coast Arborists to discuss and negotiate before taking final action.
• Ensure the Council has the benefit of all relevant information before making a decision that will impact the City's urban forest for years to come.
• If additional time is needed, allow WCA to continue providing services on a month-to-month basis under the current agreement until a new contract is awarded, ensuring uninterrupted service to the City and its residents.
Given that the City will pay the exact same price for the primary grid tree maintenance program, and that only 1.6% separates the total proposals, we respectfully believe our:
• 25 years of successful service to the City of Pomona
• Outstanding safety record
• Highly trained Laborers' Union workforce
• Many employees who live in Pomona
• Hundreds of letters of recognition from residents and City staff • Industry-leading sustalnability and recycling program • Extensive resources and emergency response capabilities 3 represent the best overall value for the City of Pomona.
We sincerely appreciate the trust the City has placed in West Coast Arborists over the past 25 years. It has been our privilege to serve this community, and we respectfully ask for the opportunity to continue that partnership.
Thank you for your thoughtful consideration.
Respectfully,
Patrick Mahoney
President
West Coast Arborists,
714 920 0445 cell
Award of Citywide Tree Trimming, Maintenance and Emergency Response Services I TEM #S
Due to the City Council rejection of bids for citywide tree trimming, maintenance and emergency response services, Council authorized a six-month extension to the Agreement with WCA to allow time to complete a competitive RFP for long-term tree trimming and maintenance services.
On September 22, 2025, the City issued Invitation for Bid No. 2025-29 for Citywide Tree Maintenance and Emergency Response Services.
On June 16, 2025, the City Council authorized a six-month extension to the agreement with WCA to allos time to complete a competitive Invitation for Bids (IFB) for long-term tree maintenance services.
On September 20, 2021, the City Council approved a three-year base term piggyback contract with WCA, with two optional one-year extensions for tree related services, not to exceed the annual budgeted amount.
DISCUSSION:
The Public Works Department, through its Parks and Facilities Division, is responsible for maintaining trees across parks, streets, and public facilities as part of its commitment to sustaining a healthy and resilient urban forest. Routine tree maintenance is essential to promote tree health, reduce long-term maintenance costs, and mitigate risks associated with falling limbs or tree failures. Emergency response services are also a critical component, ensuring the City can respond quickly to storm damage, disease, or other urgent tree-related safety hazards.
On April 29, 2026, the City issued Request for Proposal No. 2026-17 (RFP) for Citywide Tree Maintenance and Emergency Response Services to 205 firms via PlanetBids. Thirty-six fiums downloaded the RFP and eight bids were submitted. Tivo bids were deemed non-responsive by the Purchasing Division and as such, six proposals were evaluated based on overall project approach, qualifications, prior experience, technical merit, and price reasonableness. After a comprehensive evaluation, Mariposa was determined to be the most qualified and responsible bidder. Reference checks have been completed with positive feedback received from other cities.
Citywide Tree Maintenance and Emergency Response Services RFP No: 2026-17
Rank Score
1 Mariposa Tree Management, Inc. 211.20
2 West Coast Arborists, Inc. 200.01
Great Scott Tree Service 177.01
North Star Land Care 154.73
Golden West Arbor Services Inc. 149.58
6 Tiger Tree Services, Inc. 140.00
Mariposa's proposal demonstrated the strongest overall understanding of the City's urban forestry objectives and maintenance standards. While the RFP established a citywide grid-based ten faCt tes, including those in the Phillips Ranch Assessment District Rank Firm Score Total Amount Union
1 Mariposa Tree Management, Inc. 211.20 $ 4,444,076.00 No 2 West Coast Arborist, Inc. 200.01 $ 4,514,609.00 Yes
3 Great Scott Tree Service 177.01 $ 4,923,557.72 No
4 North Star Land Care 154.73 $ 3,446,347.00 Yes
Golden West Arbor Services, Inc. 149.58 $ 2,917,669.00 No 6 Tiger Tree Services, Inc. 140.00 $ 1,806,907.00 No
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Cc: City Clerk; Carvalho, Sonia (BBK Law); Barron, Alina; Scott, Anita; planningcounter; Donavanik, Betty Subject: public comment re item 6 for tonight's Council meeting Attachments: Pomona - 312 West Franklin Avenue - HAA Letter - CC.pdf CAUTION: This email originated from outside of your organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
Dear Pomona City Council,
The California Housing Defense Fund (CalHDF) submits the attached public comment re item 6 for tonight's Council meeting, the proposed 11-unit housing development project at 312 West Franklin Avenue.
Sincerely,
James M. Lloyd
Director of Planning and Investigations
California Housing Defense Fund
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Re: Proposed Housing Development Project at 312 West Franklin Avenue To: [email protected]; [email protected]; Victor. [email protected]; Nora. [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; Lorraine, Canales@pomonaca, gov
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[email protected]; Betty. [email protected] Dear Pomona City Council,
The California Housing Defense Fund (CalHDF) submits this letter to remind the City of its obligation to abide by all relevant state laws when evaluating the proposed 11-unit housing development project at 312 West Franklin Avenue. These laws include the Housing Accountability Act (HAA), AB 130, and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines.
The HAA provides the project legal protections. It requires approval of zoning and general plan compliant housing development projects unless findings can be made regarding specific, objective, written health and safety hazards. (Gov. Code, § 65589.5, subd. (j).) The HAA also bars cities from imposing conditions on the approval of such projects that would reduce the project's density unless, again, such written findings are made. (Ibid.) As a development with at least two-thirds of its area devoted to residential uses, the project falls within the HAA's ambit, and it complies with local zoning code and the City's general plan.
The HAA's protections therefore apply, and the City may not reject the project except based on health and safety standards, as outlined above. Furthermore, if the City rejects the project or impairs its feasibility, it must conduct "a thorough analysis of the economic, social, and environmental effects of the action." (Id. at subd. (b).) 2201 Broadway, PH1, Oakland, CA 94612
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Furthermore, the project is exempt from state environmental review under the Class 32 CEQA categorical exemption (In-Fill Development Projects) pursuant to section 15332 of the CEQA Guidelines, as the project is consistent with the applicable general plan designation and all applicable general plan policies as well as the applicable zoning designation and regulations; the proposed development occurs within city limits on a project site of no more than five acres substantially surrounded by urban uses; the project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare, or threatened species; approval of the project would not result in any significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality; and the site can be adequately served by all required utilities and public services. Furthermore, the project is eligible for a statutory exemption from CEQA pursuant to AB 130. (Pub. Res. Code, § 21080.66.) Caselaw from the California Court of Appeal affirms that local governments err; and may be sued, when they improperly refuse to grant a project a CEQA exemption or streamlined CEQA review to which it is entitled. (Hilltop Group, Inc. v. County of San Diego (2024) 99 Cal.App.5th 890, 911)
As you are well aware, California remains in the throes of a statewide crisis-level housing shortage. New housing such as this is a public benefit: it will expand the City's tax base; it will bring new customers to local businesses; and it will reduce displacement of existing residents by reducing competition for existing housing. It will also help cut down on transportation-related greenhouse gas emissions by providing housing in denser, more urban areas, as opposed to farther-flung regions in the state (and out of state). While no one project will solve the statewide housing crisis, the proposed development is a step in the right direction. CalHDF urges the City to approve it, consistent with its obligations under state law.
CalHDF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation whose mission includes advocating for increased access to housing for Californians at all income levels, including low-income households. You may learn more about CalHDF at www.calhdf.org.
Sincerely,
Dylan Casey
CalHDF Executive Director
James M. Lloyd
CalHDF Director of Planning and Investigations
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