CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Sandoval called the City Council Closed Session Meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Tim Sandoval
Vice Mayor Lorraine Canales
Councilmember Debra Martin - via teleconference from 36 Ocean Front Ln., Cayucos, CA 93430
Councilmember Victor Preciado
Councilmember Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole
Councilmember Steve Lustro
Absent: Councilmember Nora Garcia
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
There were no public speakers.
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA ITEMS
A) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
505 S. Garey Ave City of Pomona Pomona, CA 91766
Regular Meeting Minutes
Mayor Tim Sandoval
Vice Mayor Lorraine Canales
Councilmember Debra Martin
Councilmember Victor Preciado
Councilmember Nora Garcia
Councilmember Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole
Councilmember Steve Lustro
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 20, 2026 7:00 PM
City Council / Housing Authority
Council Chambers
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Denise Almanza v. City of Pomona;
Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case No. 24PSCV03221 Gary Matthews v. City of Pomona, et al.;
Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case No. 23STCV16795 Joshua Lopez v. City of Pomona;
Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case No. 24STCV32945
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Sandoval called the City Council meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Sonia Carvalho stated that by a vote of 5-1 (Councilmember Martin opposed, Councilmember Garcia absent) the City Council had approved a settlement of $195,000 in the Denise Almanza V. City of Pomona case.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Mayor Canales led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Tim Sandoval
Vice Mayor Lorraine Canales
Councilmember Debra Martin – via teleconference from 36 Ocean Front Ln., Cayucos, CA 93430
Councilmember Victor Preciado
Councilmember Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole
Councilmember Steve Lustro
Absent: Councilmember Nora Garcia
Acting City Clerk Karla Shipman confirmed with Councilmember Martin that she could hear the proceedings clearly, had a copy of the agenda, had posted a copy of the agenda at the Councilmember’s location, and that the location was accessible to the public. Acting City Clerk Shipman then asked if any member of the public was with the Councilmember wishing to participate in the meeting. Councilmember Martin confirmed there was no member of the public with her wishing to participate in the meeting.
Acting City Clerk Shipman also asked the in-person Mayor and Councilmembers if they had any trouble hearing Councilmember Martin, and hearing no comment from them, Acting City Clerk Shipman confirmed the Mayor and all Councilmembers could hear Councilmember Martin clearly.
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STAFF PRESENT
Anita D. Scott, City Manager
Sonia Carvalho, City Attorney
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 Proclaiming and Celebrating July 4, 2026 as the “250th Anniversary of American Independence” in the City of Pomona Mayor Sandoval presented the proclamation to Camila Larios, Angelique Coronado and Jocelyn Ruiz, students of Pomona Catholic School. All three students shared a few words of gratitude and the school’s service in the community.
MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBER COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Preciado announced various upcoming events: movies in the park at Tony Cerda Park, unveiling of the Civic Center Park and re-activation of the fountain, and District 2 Area Commander meeting.
Councilmember Lustro announced an upcoming hazardous waste collection event at the Fairplex.
Vice Mayor Canales attended Casa Colina’s Under the Stars event, Second Saturday Art Walk, the Buffalo Soldier’s event, and a Chamber of Commerce event. Vice Mayor Canales also announced the upcoming Pomona Concert Band performance at Palomares Park.
Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole attended a Chamber of Commerce event and reminded everyone to stay hydrated during extremely hot weather.
Councilmember Martin thanked Pomona Catholic students for leading the effort for the night’s proclamation, gave congratulations to the Fairplex and LA Crickett team for having their first win. Councilmember Martin announced two upcoming events: District 1 Community Meeting and a Love Your Park Day at Ganesha Park.
Mayor Sandoval invited folks to attend the upcoming unveiling of the Civic Center Park and of the historic fountain. Mayor Sandoval also discussed the LA Crickett team, Knight Riders, winning the US Championship game and their home being the Fairplex. Lastly, Mayor Sandoval announced he and his wife would be having a baby daughter soon.
CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
City Manager Scott advised there was no reportable action.
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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:
Fred Pan expressed safety concerns regarding vandalism, illegal dumping, and trespassing activity on a vacant lot owned by him.
Andrea Nunez discussed riots taking place around the country, discussed her family’s history with immigration enforcement and expressed concerns about graffiti in the City.
Anais Aiono discussed experience with using government services while trying to escape domestic violence and requested an evaluation of safety in areas surrounding domestic violence shelters.
David Jimenez. talked about mechanic shops in the city parking customer cars in public streets and leaving the cars there for multiple days.
Maria Garcia discussed three mechanic shops storing customer cars on public streets for multiple days at a time.
Sandra Noon expressed concerns about traffic safety for pedestrians near Lincoln Park.
Sandra Armenta Lopez, State Senator Susan Rubio’s representative, introduced herself as the City’s new district representative for the State Senator.
Gus Ramirez discussed his father’s history with the City and discussed his own community service in the City.
CONSENT CALENDAR
*Comments for Item No. 2, Item No. 3 and Item No. 11 were heard first before a motion was made.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA ABSENT), to approve the entire Consent Calendar.
1. Approval of City Council/Housing Authority Meeting Minutes It is recommended that the City Council approve the following City Council/Housing Authority Meeting Minutes:
May 26, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA ABSENT), to approve the City Council/Housing Authority Meeting Minutes of May 26, 2026.
2. Appropriation of Community Cleanup and Employment Pathway Grant Funding and Approval of Restricted Grant Agreement with Caltrans for Beautification and Workforce Development
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-37 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2026-27
OPERATING BUDGET BY INCREASING REVENUE ESTIMATES IN THE AMOUNT OF $205,000 IN FD215, GRANT - MISCELLANEOUS | CC2520 STREET MAINTENANCE | GRANT - STATE | GR-000015, CLEAN
CALIFORNIA LOCAL GRANT AND CORRESPONDING APPROPRIATIONS IN FD215, GRANT - MISCELLANEOUS | CC2520, STREET MAINTENANCE | CONTROLLABLE CONTRACT SERVICES | GR-000015, CLEAN CALIFORNIA
LOCAL GRANT FOR BEAUTIFICATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
WORK AS PART OF THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION (CALTRANS) CLEAN CALIFORNIA GRANT PROGRAM; 2) Approve the Restricted Grant Agreement between the City of Pomona and Caltrans; and
2) Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the agreement and any amendments subject to approval by the City Manager.
Public Speaker Norma Quiñones requested the City to consider partnering with San Gabriel Valley Conservation Corps for this funding.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-37; and approve the Restricted Grant Agreement between the City of Pomona and Caltrans; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the agreement and any amendments subject to approval by the City Manager.
3. Award Construction Agreement to CT&T Concrete Paving Inc. in the amount of $254,340 for “Sustainable Transportation Infrastructure for Pomona East End Village Project”
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
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1) Award a construction agreement to CT&T Concrete Paving Inc. for “Sustainable Transportation Infrastructure for Pomona East End Village Project” FD428 CIP Project Fund | CC2590 CIP | Project No. 68583 to include all Base Bid items in the total amount of $254,340; and
2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the construction agreement and any subsequent change orders on behalf of the City of Pomona, subject to review by the City Attorney.
Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole expressed support and enthusiasm for the item.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA ABSENT), to award a construction agreement to CT&T Concrete Paving Inc. for “Sustainable Transportation Infrastructure for Pomona East End Village Project” FD428 CIP Project Fund | CC2590 CIP | Project No. 68583 to include all Base Bid items in the total amount of $254,340; and Authorize the City Manager to execute the construction agreement and any subsequent change orders on behalf of the City of Pomona, subject to review by the City Attorney.
4. Approval of a License Agreement with Bluepath Solar JCC Pomona LLC to Install Electrical Conduits on West Seventh Street
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO.2026-79 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A 35-YEAR LICENSE
AGREEMENT WITH BLUEPATH SOLAR JCC POMONA LLC TO INSTALL ELECTRICAL CONDUITS ON W. SEVENTH STREET; and
2) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the agreement with Bluepath Solar JCC Pomona LLC, and any extensions or amendments thereto, subject to review by the City Attorney
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-79; and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the agreement with Bluepath Solar JCC Pomona LLC, and any extensions or amendments thereto, subject to review by the City Attorney
5. Authorize a Single Source Purchase Order to SWARCO McCain, Inc. for the Purchase of Traffic Signal Cabinets and Related Materials City Council / Housing Authority Meeting Minutes July 20, 2026 City of Pomona Page 7
It is recommended that the City Council authorize a Single Source Purchase Order to SWARCO McCain, Inc. for traffic signal cabinets and related materials in an amount not-to- exceed $145,000 annually and not-to-exceed $725,000 for a fiveyear period effective August 1, 2026.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA ABSENT), to authorize a Single Source Purchase Order to SWARCO McCain, Inc. for traffic signal cabinets and related materials in an amount not-to- exceed $145,000 annually and not-toexceed $725,000 for a five-year period effective August 1, 2026.
6. Authorize a Sole Source Purchase Order to Aqua Source Commercial Pool Products for the Purchase of Pool Chemicals and Supplies
It is recommended that the City Council authorize a Sole Source Purchase Order to Aqua Source Commercial Pool Products (Aqua Source) for pool chemicals and supplies in an amount not to exceed $150,000 per fiscal year effective retroactive to July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2031.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA ABSENT), to authorize a Sole Source Purchase Order to Aqua Source Commercial Pool Products (Aqua Source) for pool chemicals and supplies in an amount not to exceed $150,000 per fiscal year effective retroactive to July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2031.
7. Receive and File a Report on the Use of E-bikes and Other Micromobility Devices in the City of Pomona, Including Community Impacts and Education Strategy It is recommended that the City Council receive and file a report on the use of ebikes and other micromobility devices in the City of Pomona.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA ABSENT), to receive and file a report on the use of e-bikes and other micromobility devices in the City of Pomona.
8. Accept Los Angeles County Measure A Funds for the Operation of the City of Pomona Local Solutions Funded Program for FY 2026-2027
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Approve the acceptance of $1,105,631 in Los Angeles County Measure A funds for the Local Solutions Funded programs; and,
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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 Local Solutions Funded programs, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA ABSENT), to approve the acceptance of $1,105,631 in Los Angeles County Measure A funds for the Local Solutions Funded programs; 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 Local Solutions Funded programs, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.
9. Award a Purchase Order to Westerly Meter for large and small water meter testing, calibration and repair services
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1) Award a purchase order in the amount of $250,000 to Westerly Meter for water meter testing, calibration services and repair services for a term of three years with two optional one-year extensions.
2) Authorize the City Manager to approve the purchase order and any extensions thereto, on behalf of the City.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA ABSENT), to award a purchase order in the amount of $250,000 to Westerly Meter for water meter testing, calibration services and repair services for a term of three years with two optional one-year extensions; and authorize the City Manager to approve the purchase order and any extensions thereto, on behalf of the City.
10. Adopt a Resolution Approving the 2026 Integrated Resource Plan for Pomona Choice Energy Community Choice Aggregation Program
It is recommended that the City Council take the following action:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-80 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE 2026 INTEGRATED
RESOURCE PLAN FOR POMONA CHOICE ENERGY COMMUNITY CHOICE
AGGREGATION PROGRAM
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-80.
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11. Adoption of a Resolution Approving the Annual Report for the Downtown Pomona Property and Business Improvement District (PBID) And Levying the Assessments for FY 2026-2027
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-88 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE DOWNTOWN POMONA
PROPERTY AND BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (PBID) ANNUAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 (“EXHIBIT A”) AND AUTHORIZING THE LEVYING OF THE FY 2026-2027 ASSESSMENTS
City Manager Scott gave corrections to the staff report: the Downtown Pomona District does not cover landscape and security services at the private property, Mission Promenade.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA ABSENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-88.
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
12. Award of Agreement for Citywide Tree Maintenance and Emergency Response Services to Mariposa Tree Management, Inc. In Response to The City’s Request for Proposals
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.
*Please see attachment for emails submitted regarding this item.
Public Works Director McWade gave the staff presentation.
The following public speakers opposed the item and expressed support for West Coast Arborists.
Isaiah Robles Danny Mahoney Andrew Pineda
Nick Alago Pat Mahoney
Josh Sanchez John Mahoney
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Public Speaker Belen Loya, Northstar Landcare, opposed the item and expressed support for Northstar.
Public Speaker Sal Covarrubias, Northstar Landcare, opposed the item and expressed support for Northstar.
Public Speaker Tony Martinez, Northstar Landcare, opposed the item and expressed support for Northstar.
Public Speaker Orlando Baeza opposed the item.
Public Speaker Terry Noriega, Mariposa Tree Management, expressed support for the item.
Public Speaker Brandon Williamson, Mariposa Tree Management, expressed support for the item.
Councilmembers asked various questions and gave comments.
Councilmember Martin made a motion to award the contract to West Coast Arborists but with no second, the motion failed.
Councilmembers asked additional questions.
Councilmember Preciado made a motion to continue the item for a future meeting to include each bidder’s Phillips Ranch grid plan. Councilmember Martin seconded the motion.
City Manager Scott clarified that the earliest the item would come back to Council would be September 14, 2026 due to the City Council going dark during the second meeting of August.
Councilmember Preciado rescinded the motion before a roll call vote was taken.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, SECOND BY MAYOR SANDOVAL, FAILED 2-3 (COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSTAINED, COUNCILMEMBER
MARTIN, COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, AND COUNCILMEMBER CANALES OPPOSED, COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA ABSENT), to 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 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
13. Introduction and First Reading of an Ordinance Amending City Code Section 34-221 - Nudity and Public Indecency
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It is recommended that the City Council introduce, waive further, and give first reading to the following ordinance amending City Code Section 34-221:
ORDINANCE NO. 4370 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 34-221 –
NUDITY AND PUBLIC INDECENCY
Officer Dejon Miller gave the staff presentation.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER PRECIADO, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA ASBENT), to introduce, waive further, and give first reading to Ordinance No. 4370.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
14. Consideration of a resolution approving conduit financing for the Terramonte at Foothill Apartments Project
It is recommended that the City Council conduct a public hearing under the requirements of the Tax and Equity Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to receive testimony and comments and, upon concluding the hearing, adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-77 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF POMONA APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY QUALIFIED 501(C)(3) BONDS IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $70,000,000 FOR THE
PURPOSE OF FINANCING OR REFINANCING THE ACQUISITION,
REHABILITATION, IMPROVEMENT AND EQUIPPING OF TERRAMONTE AT
FOOTHILL AND CERTAIN OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO
Finance Director Andrew Mowbray gave the staff presentation.
Mayor Sandoval opened the public hearing, and with no public speakers, Mayor Sandoval closed the public hearing.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER LUSTRO, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER MARTIN, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA ASBENT), to adopt Resolution No. 2026-
77. ADJOURNMENT
The City Council meeting adjourned at 10:22 p.m. on July 20, 2026.
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Respectfully submitted, ATTEST:
KARLA SHIPMAN, CMC TIM SANDOVAL
Acting City Clerk/Secretary of the Pomona Mayor/Chair of the Pomona City Council/Housing Authority City Council/Housing Authority