RESOLUTION NO. 2026-124
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMEND FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2026-27 OPERATING BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING FUNDING FROM GENERAL FUND RESERVES FOR THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF THE RENT STABILIZATION PROGRAM WHEREAS, On August 1, 2022, the City Council adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 4320, establishing an initial regulatory framework that capped rent increases at the lower of 4% or changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), thereby limiting the amount landlords could raise rents. On April 17, 2023, the Council adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 4329, amending Ordinance No. 4320 to require landlords to provide relocation assistance in cases of no-fault evictions, thereby providing financial support to tenants who are displaced.
WHEREAS, Following the adoption of Ordinances 4320 and 4329, two City Council Study Sessions were held in August 2023 and August 2024. During these sessions, staff and consultants presented various program options and related cost estimates. At the same time, significant community input was gathered both for and against the implementation of a permanent rent stabilization policy at nearly every City Council meeting.
WHEREAS, Staff has been working within the limited regulatory framework provided by Ordinances 4320 and 4329, while also collaborating with the City Attorney and RSG, a contracted consulting firm, to develop long-term program options for the Council’s consideration.
WHEREAS, Subsequently, on November 18, 2024, the Council reviewed options and community input regarding the potential expansion of the Urgency Ordinance. Following this review, on February 24, 2025, the Council directed staff to establish a local rent stabilization program that includes a 6% annual cap, to implement a rental registry, to include just cause eviction protections, to provide access to mediation services, and to commit to Phase II implementation of a Rental Inspection Program.
WHEREAS, On June 16, 2025, the Council approved the first reading of the Rent Stabilization and Eviction Control Ordinance of 2025 (Ordinance 4359) with the following revision: the annual rent increase cap was reduced from 6% to 5%. Additionally, the Council directed staff to provide a report on the progress and impact of the Rent Stabilization measures within 12 months of the ordinance's effective date.
WHEREAS, On October 20, 2025, the Council did not approve the second reading of the Rent Stabilization and Eviction Control Ordinance of 2025 (Ordinance 4359). Mayor Tim Sandoval requested staff return to the City Council with a revised Ordinance excluding the Rental Registry component.
WHEREAS, On November 3, 2025, the Council approved the first reading of the Rent Stabilization and Eviction Control Ordinance of 2025 (Ordinance 4359).
WHEREAS, On November 17, 2025, the Council approved the second reading of the Rent Stabilization and Eviction Control Ordinance of 2025 (Ordinance 4359) establishing an effective period of January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. Ordinance will remain in effect beyond December 31, 2026 only if the City Council adopts a Resolution on or before that date explicitly identifying and appropriating funds for continued operation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Pomona as follows:
SECTION 1. If Option 1 is approved, amend the City’s FY 2026-27 Operating Budget by appropriating $273,801 from available General Fund Reserves for the continued operation of the Rent Stabilization Program from January 1, 2027 through June 30, 2027. Below is a summary of the fiscal impact.
Worktags
Change to Appropriations
Fund: FD101
Cost Center: CC4204
Ledger:51000 Staffing
Spend Category: Earnings & Benefits
+$191,826
Fund: FD101
Cost Center: CC4204
Ledger: 52000 Controllable Expense
Spend Category: Controllable Contract Services
+$81,975
TOTAL
$273,801
SECTION 2. If Option 2 is approved, amend the City’s FY 2026-27 Operating Budget by appropriating $355,401 from available General Fund Reserves for the continued operation of the Rent Stabilization Program from January 1, 2027 through June 30, 2027. Below is a summary of the fiscal impact.
Worktags
Change to Appropriations
Fund: FD101
Cost Center: CC4204
Ledger:51000 Staffing
Spend Category: Earnings & Benefits
+$191,826
Fund: FD101
Cost Center: CC4204
Ledger:53000 Required Expenses
Spend Category: IT Automation/Software Mainatenance
$81,600
Fund: FD101
Cost Center: CC4204
Ledger: 52000 Controllable Expense
Spend Category: Controllable Contract Services
+$81,975
TOTAL
$355,401
SECTION 3. The City Clerk shall attest and certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution, and it shall become effective immediately upon its approval.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 19th day of October, 2026.
CITY OF POMONA:
______________________________
Tim Sandoval
Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:
_________________________ ______________________________ Sonia Carvalho Karla Shipman, MMC
City Attorney City Clerk
I, HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Pomona at a regular meeting thereof held on October 19, 2026 by the following vote of the Council:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Karla Shipman, MMC
City Clerk
Resolution No. 2026-124
October 19, 2026
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