Agenda packet — San Fernando City Council, February 3, 2025 (part 2 of 2)

3. Legislation and local funding opportunities to increase access to subsidized meal programs for older adults and youth.

4. Legislation that helps foster independence, well-being, and access to resources for older adults.

5. Legislation which provides state and federal funding opportunities to increase access to childcare for the community.

6. Legislation to improve access to programs and services for mental and behavioral health.

7. Legislation that aims to identify and resolve the effects of institutional racism that drive health inequities in the population.

8. Legislation to improve health coverage in a comprehensive manner provided adequate funding and cost controls are in place.

9. Legislation and local funding opportunities to increase access to subsidized meal programs for older adults and youth.

2. Cultivating a Stronger Local Economy
Economic Development
San Fernando’s downtown business corridor and rich cultural history provide a strong foundation for sustained economic development and prosperity. With nine new businesses including restaurants, auto shops, a shipping store opening in 2022, and a Target set to open in the summer of 2023, we must leverage this momentum to bring in more businesses, create more jobs, and strengthen our local economy. The City will track and take positions on federal and state legislation that impacts our workforce and business community.

The City Supports:

1. Legislation that would provide State or Federal aid and assistance in the development of local and regional economies.

2. Legislation that would provide local officials more discretion in the use of State and Federal funds.

3. Legislation that would eliminate the matching dollar requirements for economic development state grants.

4. Legislation that enacts and expands state tax incentives that assist City economic development and community revitalization efforts.

5. Legislation that would increase opportunities for environmentally beneficial jobs.

6. Legislation that authorizes a local agency the authority to regulate the delivery of cannabis or cannabis products within its jurisdictional boundaries.

The City Opposes:

1. Legislation or regulatory action that seeks to limit or eliminate municipal authority to regulate or ban commercial growing, processing, licensing, sale, or transport of cannabis or cannabis products for recreational or medical use.

3. Preserving Beautiful Homes and Neighborhoods

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Housing
The City of San Fernando has taken measures to preserve the safety and beauty of our residential areas and create housing opportunities for low-income residents. As the City prepares to develop home rehabilitation programs, maintaining property standards, historic homes, and local control of planning and zoning will further strengthen San Fernando’s charm and growth. The City will track and take positions on legislation that impacts local control of housing, planning, and zoning.

The City Supports:

1. Legislation and programs that provide funding and housing assistance programs at all income levels, including extremely-low and very-low income households.

2. Legislation and programs that assist the public and private sectors in funding workforce housing.

3. Legislation to streamline historic preservation regulations and procedures for the designation of properties as historic resources.

4. Legislation that protects property ownership and prioritizes small property owners over institutional investors.

5. Legislation that provides support services and housing services to seniors and disabled residents.

6. Legislation that changes the current State Density Bonus law to restore local control.

7. Legislation that provides additional resources for the development of affordable housing programs and/or expand code enforcement programs to protect existing housing stock.

8. Changes to state law that recognizes the production and protection of all housing types in the City for the State’s RHNA purposes.

9. Legislation and grant opportunities that preserve or increase funding for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and HOME Investment Partnerships Program.

10. Legislation that authorizes funding to assist local agencies in the development of affordable housing.

11. Legislation, regulatory, or administrative efforts that provide additional authority or funding for municipalities to address homeless issues within their communities.

12. Legislation that ensures state and regional initiatives to address homelessness and mental health crisis care, as well as grant programs that provide direct funding to cities to implement local strategies.

The City Opposes:

1. Legislation and regulations that preempt local governments’ land use authority.

2. Legislation that removes local control, allows for irresponsible housing development in San Fernando, and interferes with protection of residential neighborhoods.

3. Legislation that reduces administrative fees for housing assistance to non-income earning clients (seniors and the disabled).

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4. Legislation that creates inefficient processes or other obstacles to the provision of homeless services, as well as any new legislation that would abridge or limit local regulatory mechanisms designed to increase affordable housing production (e.g., inclusionary housing programs).

5. Legislation that proposes to convert the Regional Housing Need Assessment (RHNA) from a planning process to a production standard.

6. Legislation that seeks to circumvent local control and local circumstances when addressing homelessness.

4. Strengthen Climate Resilience and Environmental Justice Climate Resilience and Environmental Justice
With the development of the San Fernando Park Infiltration Project, the Calles Verdes storm water capture project, the Pacoima Wash Bike Path, and a Citywide goal to increase tree canopy coverage by 33% by 2027, San Fernando is actively engaged in ensuring the community is resilient in the face of climate change. These efforts are in conjunction with the City’s installation of five electric vehicle charging stations and one compressed natural gas station. The City will track and take positions on federal and state proposed legislation that impacts these projects as well as those that affect their climate resilience and environmental justice goals.

The City Supports:

1. Legislation that prioritizes the environment and balances the needs of the community.

2. Legislative efforts to increase climate resilience and adaptation funding for impacted communities like San Fernando.

3. Legislation that provides funding for electrification initiatives (i.e. electric charging stations).

4. Initiatives that avoid duplicative climate policies and are designed to lower greenhouse gas emissions, while urging consideration of technical feasibility, costs to ratepayers, as well as the time that it will take utilities to come into compliance with proposed initiatives.

5. Initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector through increased incentives for electric vehicles and funding for associated infrastructure.

6. Financial incentives for renewable energy, such as the Clean Renewable Energy Bond (CREB) program.

7. Changes to the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) program to provide assistance toward 100% of the cost of a project. In addition, the City is supportive of the WIFIA program for local and regional water supply projects that help protect against drought related shortages or supply interruptions.

8. Legislation that would provide resources to address severe western drought conditions, including increased funding for non-potable water infrastructure and storage.

9. Legislation that would provide funding to improve California’s headwaters, which provide flow to surface and groundwater supplies, and are critical to sustain local watersheds.

Funding to implement local strategies will help create more resilient forests, improve wildfire mitigation, and help provide communities with clean, reliable water.

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10. Legislation that improves air quality.

11. Legislation that ensures and conserves safe drinking water.

12. Legislation aimed at standardizing the resin code labeling on plastic packaging to make it easier to locate on the item and easier for the consumer to read.

13. Legislation aimed at reducing disposable products and packaging, including product and disposal bans for environmentally problematic materials. Legislation that does not overly burden municipalities with data capture, reporting, and enforcement, which does include reasonable phase out periods is ideal.

14. Legislation that would reform Proposition 218 and enhance the ability of public water agencies to finance storm water and recycled water infrastructure, provide flexibility for the establishment of conservation-based tiered rate structures, prevent cost shifts from one customer group to another, and allow public agencies - at their discretion, to implement lifeline water rates for low-income households.

15. Legislation that would maximize efficient water use and reduce water waste in California while reflecting local conditions, demand hardening, and historic conservation efforts.

16. Legislation and regulation that promotes responsible groundwater and surface water management.

17. Legislation that revises water quality testing standards based on scientific data as well as legislative and regulatory activities that will help ensure a fair and balanced compliance and enforcement structure for potable and related water discharges.

18. Legislation, regulatory proposals, or grant opportunities for local governments that provide funding for developing or enhancing alternative fueling stations for vehicles.

The City Opposes:

1. Green House Gas emissions reduction legislation that adds financial risk, creates regulatory uncertainty, impacts participation in the Cap and Trade Program, penalizes early voluntary action, or reduces the allocation of Low Carbon Fuel Standard credits.

2. Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) legislation that extends California Energy Commission (“CEC”) jurisdiction over Publicly Owned Utilities (“POU”). Local elected governing bodies, such as the City Council, are best positioned to determine the appropriate means for local utilities to achieve GHG reductions.

3. RPS or GHG reduction targets that adversely impacts electric reliability, including any prohibitions on using natural gas-fired generation as necessary to mitigate electric transmission and distribution system constraints. Targets must be practical so that utilities are able to protect both ratepayer funds and public safety while encouraging environmental protection.

4. Air quality legislation that restricts the land use authority of cities.

5. Legislation redirected the funds authorized by Health and Safety Code Section 44223, which are currently used by local governments for locally based air quality programs.

6. Legislation that would preempt local land use authority over solid waste facilities, would restrict the ability of a city to issue a land use permit for a solid waste facility or would restrict the ability of a city to condition such facilities through conditional use permit process.

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5. Enhance Public Transportation to Move San Fernando
Public Transportation
With the East San Fernando Valley Regional Light Rail and Metrolink track expansion projects on the horizon, public transportation options for San Fernando residents will continue to increase over the next decade. The San Fernando Trolley and Mission City Transit currently provide affordable services for residents and visitors to move around the City, and the Trails Network is in place to diversify residents modes of transportation to meet intersecting climate and transportation goals. The City will track and take positions on legislation that impact these projects, while also ensuring that all transportation projects do not negatively affect the daily lives of San Fernando residents.

The City Supports:

1. Legislation that increases affordable public transit.

2. Legislation that provides incentives for the development of local transportation corridors.

3. Local, regional, State, and federal legislative, administrative, and regulatory efforts that will expand and/or supplement funding for maintaining transportation service program funds for employee benefits or for specific Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) transportation programs and passenger rail service.

4. Local, regional, State, and federal legislative, administrative, and regulatory efforts that will expand and/or supplement funding for maintaining and upgrading major thoroughfares in the City.

The City Opposes:

1. Failing to account for safety, parking impacts, local traffic impacts, and economic and social justice concerns when regional transportation projects are planned within the City.

6. Build Resilient and Reliable Infrastructure
Infrastructure
Investing in infrastructure improvements is an investment in our residents' safety and quality of life. The City will track and take positions on federal and state proposed legislation that impacts their ability to build resilient and reliable infrastructure.

The City Supports:

1. Legislation that allocates additional state funding for the upgrade, replacement, and construction of needed infrastructure at the state and local level.

2. Legislation and direct grant funding to local governments for a federal investment in transportation, water resources, housing, and community development.

3. Legislation to develop infrastructure for local performing art centers, parks, and recreational facilities.

4. Legislation, programs, and funding to close the digital divide and maximize access to broadband and 5G technologies.

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The City Opposes:

1. Legislation that limits or eliminates local discretionary review of the installation of small cell wireless equipment or any wireless technology facilities on public infrastructure or in the public right of way.

2. Regulatory efforts by Congress or the Federal Communications Commission to erode, limit, or eliminate local government authority regarding siting of cellular communications towers, transmission sites, or other infrastructure.

7. Forge Financial Strength and Stability
Budget and Municipal Finance
Financial sustainability is dependent on consistent sources of revenue and balanced financial management practices. The City will track and take positions on federal and state legislation that impacts local control of financial revenue sources and decision-making.

The City Supports:

1. Legislation or ballot measures that prevent the State from redirecting local government funds (i.e. local taxes, sales tax, property taxes, etc).

2. Legislation that promotes increased flexibility for the utilization of municipally generated revenues.

3. Legislation that changes the allocation of sales tax for online purchases from the County pool and reallocates it to the city where the purchase is made.

4. Direct fiscal assistance to local governments of all population sizes to address the loss of revenue from the COVID-19 pandemic and similar natural disasters.

5. Legislation that would restore the tax break for advanced refunding bonds.

6. Legislation to allow local governments to collect sales taxes on remote sales, such as online and catalog purchases based on the delivery address. California alone loses over $4 billion annually in uncollected sales and use taxes on remote sales.

7. Legislation, regulatory proposals, or administrative actions to assure timely reimbursements of mandated reimbursements owed to the City of San Fernando by the State of California.

8. Legislation that maintains or enhances the City’s ability to keep and protect existing state and local funding sources providing revenues to the City of San Fernando.

The City Opposes:

1. Legislation or initiatives that would undermine voter-approved initiatives to guarantee ongoing revenue sources for local governments.

2. Legislation that undermines and preempts local authority over local taxes and fees.

3. Efforts to eliminate, or cap, the tax-exempt status of municipal bonds, as it’s a tool for local governments to finance large capital projects.

4. Legislation that imposes limits on governmental deferred compensation plans.

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5. Legislation that limits local authority by prohibiting state and local taxes and fees in areas such as wireless services, video services (including but not limited to, internet protocol (“IPP”) enabled, streaming, and over-the-top services), and the sale of digital goods.

6. Legislation that mandates participation in Social Security for local government employees covered by other retirement and/or pension systems.

8. Emergency Preparedness: Supporting the Community
Emergencies and Natural Disasters
The City will track and take positions on federal and state proposed legislation that impacts local governments emergency preparedness capabilities.

The City Supports:

1. Legislation that directs fiscal assistance to local governments of all population sizes to address the catastrophic loss of revenue resulting from the COVID-19 global pandemic and similar natural disasters.

2. Legislation that directs fiscal assistance to publicly owned utilities to credit delinquent utility bills for their customers.

3. Legislation that encourages disaster preparedness and emergency planning, including funding to develop a permanent Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to further emergency management preparedness efforts. Seek direct and flexible funding to localities to sustain core services and provide community recovery programs while responding to public health emergencies and natural disasters.

4. Legislation that helps fund emergency management training as well as equipment and technology purchases necessary for day-to-day operations, disaster planning and operation of a fully capable Emergency Operations Center.

5. Legislation that increases the Fire Department’s ability to provide Emergency Medical Services; fire suppression and rescue services; hazardous material spill mitigation; fire prevention; arson investigation; and public education.

6. Legislation and regulation that contributes to increasing the seismic safety of buildings including seismic retrofit, retrofit funding, or higher levels of structural resilience of buildings.

7. Legislation that encourages disaster preparedness and emergency planning, including funding opportunities for emergency operations centers, emergency management training and facilities, backup generators, fire safety equipment and maintenance inspections, vegetation management, and increased staffing needs.

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ATTACHMENT “D”

MEMORANDUM
ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT – PERSONNEL DIVISION 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1220 WWW.SFCITY.ORG To: Mayor Mary Mendoza and Councilmembers
From: Nick Kimball, City Manager

Date: February 3, 2025
Subject: Summary of 2025 Legislative Advocacy & Funding Request Letters Legislative Activity
The following is a list of all legislative advocacy letters submitted in accordance with the City’s Legislative Advocacy Policy and Platform in 2024:
• Support Expansion of the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument (Biden) • Oppose Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Initiative • Support Assembly Bill (AB) 2502 (Rivas) - Public Contracts – Emergency Authority to Construct Homeless Housing
• Support AB 2485 (Carillo) - Increasing Regional House Needs Allocation (RHNA) Transparency
• Veto Senate Bill (SB) 450 - Limiting the ability of local governments to apply objective standards on a proposed SB 9 project (Newsom)
• Veto AB 2243 - Limiting local control on certain affordable housing and mixed-use housing developments (Newsom)
• Veto AB 3068 – Limiting local control on projects converting office space to residential or mixed-use housing (Newsom)
• Veto SB 1211 – Mandating approval on certain detached accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on existing and proposed multifamily dwelling lots (Newsom) • Veto AB 1886 – Eliminating the right of cities to “self-certify” their housing element (Newsom)
• Veto AB 1893 – Adding complexity and potential conflicts to existing state laws on “builder’s remedy” projects (Newsom)
• Veto AB 2023 – Adding a 120-day period to the adoption process for amended housing elements (Newsom)
• Veto SB 1037 – Removing the opportunity for Cities to take corrective action before a fine is administered for housing law violations (Newsom)
Additionally, the City submitted the following letters of support for funding requests with these community based organizations in 2024:
• San Fernando Community Hospital re: continued funding as federally qualified health center
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• Home Again LA re: Grant Application for Mobile Resource Center • Support LA County Park Rx Initiative Productivity Investment Fund Application • Support Metropolitan Water District (MWD) Water Entergy Grant Request • Support Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) Funding Reinstatement
• American Legion Post 176 request for funding improvements from Congressman Cardenas • Request for Financial Assistance from MWD
• Support for the Center by Lendistry’s Clean Energy Access Grant application • Support for Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians (FTBMI) grant application for Arts in California Parks grant
• Support for CSUN’s pursuit of National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding for the Active and Creative San Fernando project
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AGENDA REPORT
ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1202 WWW.SFCITY.ORG REVIEW: ☒ Finance Director ☒ Deputy City Manager ☒ City Manager To: Mayor Mary Mendoza and Councilmembers
From: Nick Kimball, City Manager
By: Erica Melton, Director of Finance/City Treasurer
Sergio Ibarra, Personnel Manager
Date: February 3, 2025
Subject: Consideration to Adopt Resolutions Approving Title Changes for the Positions of Director of Administrative Services, Human Resources & Risk Manager, Human Resources Technician, and Human Resources Assistant
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 8362 (Attachment “A”) approving the job specifications for Director of Administrative Services, Human Resources & Risk Manager, Human Resources Technician, and Human Resources Assistant (Exhibit “1”, “2”, “3” and “4” to Attachment “A”); b. Adopt Resolution No. 8363 (Attachment “B”) amending the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025 Salary Resolution to reflect the revised position titles for the Director of Administrative Services, Human Resources & Risk Manager, Human Resources Technician, and Human Resources Assistant; and
c. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to make non-substantive corrections and execute all related documents.

BACKGROUND:

1. On July 1, 2024, the City Council adopted the FY 2024-2025 Budget which included the creation of an Administrative Services Department which oversees the City’s Finance Division, Treasury, Human Resources & Risk Management, and Information Technology.

2. On July 1, 2024, the City Council approved the FY 2024-2025 Citywide Salary Plan and Table of Organization, which did not include the position title changes.

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ANALYSIS:

A typical Administrative Services Department is responsible for managing the internal operations that support the efficient functioning of city government. This commonly includes overseeing finance, budgeting, human resources, risk management, information technology, and purchasing to ensure fiscal responsibility, compliance with policies, and effective workforce management.

An Administrative Services Department plays a critical role in maintaining transparency, providing essential services to city employees, and ensuring the city’s financial health and operational efficiency.

During the Budget Study Session on May 13, 2024, the Finance Department presentation included the recommendation to authorize consolidating the Finance, Information Technology (IT), and Human Resources (HR) departments into a single entity, with clearly defined, but interrelated divisions. Restructuring was recommended with the aim to streamline operations, improve service delivery, and enhance cross-departmental collaboration. Under this reorganization, the department would then operate with the singular mission of providing and monitoring resources for internal support to the City. Forthcoming enhancements including migration to a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, further illustrated the need for more coordination of these divisions in the establishment of new internal systems deployment, training, and unified data management. The merging of HR, IT, and Finance under one (1) department enables the creation of more holistic solutions to organizational needs, improving overall service delivery.

At the July 1, 2024 City Council meeting, the City Council authorized the creation of an Administrative Services Department which would align all of the City’s inter-services provided to the various City Departments. With the creation of the Administrative Services Department, staff also recommended the rebranding of the City’s Personnel Division to reflect a more modern name of Human Resources & Risk Management. The FY 2024-2025 Adopted Budget reflects the revised department and position titles.

In order to finalize the creation of the Administrative Services Department, staff recommends formalizing the adoption of new titles to the following positions:

CURRENT TITLE PROPOSED NEW TITLE
Director of Finance/City Treasurer Director of Administrative Services Personnel Manager Human Resources & Risk Manager
Personnel Technician Human Resources Technician
Personnel Assistant Human Resources Assistant
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BUDGET IMPACT:

There is no budget impact associated with adopting the proposed title changes to the job specifications of Director of Administrative Services, Human Resources & Risk Manager, Human Resources Technician, and Human Resources Assistant. Funding for the positions are included in the FY 2024-2025 Adopted Budget.

CONCLUSION:

Staff recommends that the City Council approve the proposed title changes for the Director of Administrative Services, Human Resources & Risk Manager, Human Resources Technician, and Human Resources Assistant.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Resolution No. 8362, including Job Specifications for:

Exhibit “1”: Director of Administrative Services
Exhibit “2”: Human Resources & Risk Manager
Exhibit “3”: Human Resources Technician
Exhibit “4”: Human Resources Assistant
B. Resolution No. 8363
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ATTACHMENT “A”
RESOLUTION NO. 8362

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 4144, ADOPTED
DECEMBER 12, 1966, BY THE ADDITION OF RESOLUTION NO. 8362, AND

CREATING THE JOB CLASSIFICATIONS OF DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE

SERVICES, HUMAN RESOURCES & RISK MANAGER, HUMAN RESOURCES

TECHNICIAN, AND HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, FIND, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: That Resolution No. 4144, adopted on December 12, 1966, and the Position Classification Plan prepared by Griffenhagen-Kroeger, Inc. bearing date of April 1966, as amended by the City Council, covering important and essential duties, job-related and essential qualifications for the following position and classification attached Exhibit “1”, Exhibit “2”, Exhibit “3”, and Exhibit “4”:

DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

HUMAN RESOURCES & RISK MANAGER

HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT
Resolution No. 8362 is hereby adopted and approved as the new official job classifications and definitions, prescribing important and essential duties, job-related and essential qualifications for the positions and classifications set forth above. Copies of Resolution No. 8362 are now on file in the office of the City Clerk. Said Resolution No. 8362 is hereby incorporated in and made a part of the Position Classification and Salary Plan for the City of San Fernando.

SECTION 2: The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and shall cause a certified resolution to be filed in the Office of the City Clerk.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of February 2025.

Mary Mendoza, Mayor of the City of
San Fernando, California
ATTEST:

Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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CERTIFICATION
I, City Clerk of the City of San Fernando, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true, and correct copy of Resolution No. 8362, which was regularly introduced and adopted by the City Council of the City of San Fernando, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on the 3rd day of February 2025, by the following vote of the City Council:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have here unto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of San Fernando, California, this ______ day of February, 2025.

Julia Fritz, City Clerk

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JOB SPECIFICATION

CLASS TITLE ADOPTION

DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
RESOLUTION NO.
8362

EFFECTIVE DATE

FLSA DESIGNATION
EXEMPT

EMPLOYMENT

AT-WILL

GENERAL PURPOSE
Under administrative direction of the City Manager, plans, organizes, integrates and directs the work of the Administrative Services Department; manages and directs the provision of financial analysis and budgeting, investment and treasury services, accounting, billing, rate and fee setting, contract administration and risk management; provides expertise and guidance to City management and the City Council on budgeting, financial resources and related matters to meet the City’s strategic goals and business objectives; and performs related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Director of Administrative Services is a single-incumbent position, responsible for policy development, program planning, fiscal management, administration and operation of the divisions of the Administrative Services Department. The incumbent directs comprehensive financial services for the City and Redevelopment Successor Agency, including the issuance of financing vehicles, debt administration, grants administration and the management and investment of funds. Within assigned areas of accountability, the incumbent operates with substantial latitude and discretion to achieve effective and efficient utilization of resources. The Director of Administrative Services is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the City Manager and, as part of the executive management team, directs the work of all staff and resources in the Administrative Services Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

1. Plans, organizes, directs, controls, integrates and evaluates the work of the Administrative Services Department; with management and staff, develops, implements and monitors work plans to achieve goals and objectives; contributes to the development of and monitors performance against the annual department budget; supervises and participates in developing, implementing and evaluating plans, work processes, systems and procedures to achieve annual goals, objectives and work standards.

2. Directs and manages the performance of department staff; interviews and selects new staff; establishes performance requirements and personal development targets; regularly monitors performance and provides coaching for performance improvement and development; recommends compensation and provides other rewards to recognize performance; hears and makes recommendations on grievances; subject to management concurrence, approves or takes disciplinary action, up to and including termination, to address performance deficiencies, in accordance with City human resources policies and labor contract agreements.

RES. NO. 8362
EXHIBIT “1”
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3. Provides day-to-day leadership and works with staff to ensure a high-performance, customer serviceoriented work environment that supports achieving the department's and the City’s mission, objectives and values regarding teamwork, mutual trust and respect; applies process improvement and quality management principles to assigned areas of responsibility.

4. Directs and leads the formulation and implementation of departmental policy, planning and strategic development; leads and directs staff and outside consulting resources in the development and application of new methods and processes to achieve higher efficiency, quality and innovation in department work processes.

5. Directs and performs the analysis, development, implementation and monitoring of monthly and annual financial statements and schedules including the City Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), operating and capital budgets, and enterprise fund statements.

6. Designs and implements an automated and integrated financial accounting system; organizes and administers effective accounts receivables and payables reporting and collection procedures; reviews and audits the City’s financial transactions and cash management activities.

7. Develops and reviews reports of findings, alternatives and recommendations involving a broad range of complex revenue, financing and financial management issues; makes presentations to the City Council, commissions, departments, business and community organizations and federal, state and local governmental bodies regarding financing and fiscal status; communicates policies or procedures and resolves issues involving policy direction.

8. Develops strategies and approaches for evaluating revenue alternatives; directs the development of and recommends proposed utility and sewer rates/charges and City fees for service; attends and participates in public meetings and rate hearings; oversees the implementation of new rates following City Council approval.

9. Assists and advises the City Manager and City Treasurer on financing and investment issues and alternatives related to special projects including large economic development projects, City Redevelopment Successor Agency and Recognized Obligation Payment schedule; performs complex financial analyses and makes recommendations for deal structure and funding/financing options; develops strategies to minimize risk and financial exposure; manages City investment portfolios; ensures the identification, administration, payment, audit and compliance activities related to governmental and private grants.

10. Directs, supervises and oversees financial administration of City retirement programs; reviews, negotiates and implements benefits, investment and maintenance activities and related undertakings; serves as a member of the City’s labor negotiation team and administers labor contracts after agreement is reached.

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JOB SPECIFICATION
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contracts and ensures conformance with contract terms and conditions.

12. Directs the department’s policies and procedures development and implementation in compliance with federal, state and departmental rules and regulations; establishes and monitors administrative controls; directs audits of City financial records and reviews findings to ensure audit recommendations and financial controls are properly implemented.

13. Meets with officials and citizens on departmental matters; performs a variety of community outreach duties; acts as a department spokesperson to the media and directs departmental public information efforts.

14. Monitors and analyzes legal, technological and state procedural changes for impact on financial operations; recommends and implements any required financial operation changes; directs the revision and implementation of finance/accounting policies and procedures to comply with new legislation.

15. Represents the City in negotiations and interactions with the City Council, governmental agencies, audit firms, regulators, professional organizations and labor unions; serves as the City’s representative to industry groups.

16. May serve as Deputy City Manager as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE OF:

1. Advanced governmental accounting theory, practices and financial statement preparation, as well as state and federal grants management and fund management.

2. Advanced principles, practices and techniques of grant development and administration including contract monitoring and financial/program reporting.

3. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards and requirements applicable to public agencies.

4. Budgeting, internal control and audit principles and practices.

5. Principles, practices, laws and regulations governing the investment and management of public funds.

6. Federal, state and local laws, regulations and court decisions applicable to the financial administration of a public agency and payroll administration.

7. Administrative principles and methods including goal setting and long-range planning, program development and implementation, delegation and employee supervision.

8. Principles and practices of labor management relations, including negotiation, contract administration techniques and the development of labor contracts.

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9. Research methods and statistical analysis techniques.

10. Principles and practices of effective management and supervision with an organization-wide perspective.

11. Principles and practices of organization and culture change.

12. Principles and practices of sound business communications.

13. Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work.

ABILITY TO:

1. Plan and direct the activities of a finance department.

2. Direct the development and/or analysis of plans, contracts and financial reporting.

3. Evaluate complex investment vehicles and strategies and make sound, prudent investment decisions that maximize financial return while safeguarding the City’s assets.

4. Communicate tactfully, respectfully and effectively with the public, both orally and in writing, in a manner consistent with the department’s policing and customer service policies.

5. Select, motivate and evaluate staff and provide for their training and professional development.

6. Define issues, analyze problems and complex issues, evaluate alternatives and develop sound, independent conclusions and recommendations in accordance with laws, regulations, rules and policies.

7. Develop and implement appropriate procedures and controls.

8. Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies and other written materials.

9. Understand, interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and ordinances.

10. Represent the City effectively in dealings with other municipalities, community and business organizations, the media and the public.

11. Operate a computer and standard business software and a variety of computer software programs and databases related to area of assignment.

12. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.

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EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in accounting, business or public administration or a closely related field, with at least five years of progressively responsible experience in performing complex financial, statistical and budgetary analyses, at least three of which were at a senior manager level in a municipality or governmental agency; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. A master’s degree in business administration or public administration is preferred.

LICENSES; CERTIFICATES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

A valid California Class C driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance program.

License as a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Government Financial Manager or Certified Public Finance Officer is desirable.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; perform repetitive movements of hands or wrists. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 10 pounds unaided.

Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

MENTAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this class, an employee uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets data, information and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math and mathe- matical reasoning; observes and interprets people and situations; learns and applies new information and skills; performs highly detailed work; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions and multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with others encountered in the course of work, including frequent contact with customers and/or the public and dissatisfied/abusive individuals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee works in an office environment where the noise level is usually quiet.

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JOB SPECIFICATION

CLASS TITLE ADOPTION

HUMAN RESOURCES & RISK MANAGER
RESOLUTION NO.
8362

EFFECTIVE DATE

FLSA DESIGNATION
EXEMPT

GENERAL PURPOSE
Under direction, plans, organizes, integrates and directs the work of the Human Resources Division including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, benefits, workers compensation, training and development, organizational planning, employee and labor relations, performance evaluation and related programs and services; provides expert professional assistance and guidance to the City Council, City Manager, department heads, and supervisors on complex human resources and employee relations policy and procedural issues; and performs related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Human Resources & Risk Manager is responsible for managing, directing and integrating human resources policies, procedures, programs and services for the City in order to attract and retain an efficient and effective workforce. Work is broad in scope and requires seasoned judgment and a high degree of initiative and independence.

This position typically reports to the City Manager and directs the work of employees in the Human Resources Division.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

1. Plans, organizes, controls, integrates and evaluates the work of the Human Resources Division ; with staff, develops, implements and monitors work plans to achieve goals and objectives; contributes to the development of and monitors performance against the annual division budget; supervises and participates in developing, implementing and evaluating plans, work processes, systems and procedures to achieve annual goals, objectives and work standards.

2. Manages the performance of division staff; interviews and selects new staff; establishes performance requirements and personal development targets; regularly monitors performance and provides coaching for performance improvement and development; recommends compensation and provides other rewards to recognize performance; hears and makes recommendations on grievances; subject to management concurrence, approves or takes disciplinary action, up to and including termination, to address performance deficiencies, in accordance with City human resources policies and labor contract agreements.

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oriented work environment that supports achieving the division’s and the City’s mission, objectives and values regarding teamwork, mutual trust and respect; applies process improvement and quality management principles to assigned areas of responsibility.

4. Participates in the formulation and implementation of division policies, planning and strategic development; leads and directs staff and outside consulting resources in the development and application of new methods and processes to achieve higher efficiency, quality and innovation in division work processes.

5. Manages, develops and implements Citywide human resources policies and procedures, employee handbooks and other materials; maintains records and personnel files; administers City equal employment opportunity and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) policies and programs.

6. Administers the City’s position control system; reviews personnel requisitions to ensure accuracy and appropriate authorization; compiles vacancy reports for the City Manager and executive team and for the City budget process.

7. Manages the development and implementation of employee recruitment plans, including outreach recruitment to obtain qualified candidates and selection strategies; ensures that all phases of recruitment and selection comply with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and guidelines; conducts recruitment and selection activities.

8. Oversees ongoing maintenance of City classification and compensation programs; recommends classification and salary changes based on studies and analyses; reviews and approves or prepares new or modified class specifications; supervises the conduct of special surveys and studies regarding compensation and other human resource management issues; provides classification, compensation and benefits information to other organizations.

9. Manages administration of the City’s benefits and retirement programs; conducts research, evaluates plan and cost alternatives and recommends benefits and retirement program changes; participates in negotiating benefits plan provisions and rates; manages and oversees the annual open enrollment process and health fair; oversees maintenance of employee benefits records; ensures the timely and accurate reconciliation of benefit provider invoices and the resolution of discrepancies in employee records and with Payroll.

10. Advises, coaches and trains managers and supervisors on legal requirements and sound professional practices affecting a broad range of human resources processes including effective supervisory and employee relations principles and practices; provides internal consulting on a variety of complex, sensitive and confidential organizational and human resources issues; oversees administration of the City’s performance evaluation programs.

11. Manages the development, implementation and evaluation of City training and development programs; conducts training programs and oversees delivery of training by outside instructors and vendors.

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documentation and notification; ensures the development and administration of a comprehensive safety management program, including training, audits and investigations to ensure compliance with safety, health and environmental safety regulations and requirements; oversees processing of workers compensation claims; develops statistical reports and regulatory compliance reports for Cal/OSHA, the City Council and management.

13. Participates in administering the City’s employee relations program and activities; monitors the employee relations environment, researches situations and initiates proactive resolution of developing issues; consults with and facilitates agreement on appropriate action by managers and supervisors on employee grievance and discipline issues; consults with employees and their representatives to identify and resolve employee/employer-related problems and issues.

14. Performs a variety of analyses in support of labor negotiations; administers the provisions of labor contracts; conducts investigations of disciplinary, grievance and EEO cases, prepares documentation and advises managers on appropriate action; participates in negotiations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE OF:

1. Principles, practices, methods and techniques of personnel administration, including recruitment, testing, selection, equal employment opportunity, employee relations, classification and job analysis/job evaluation, compensation, benefits design and administration, employee and management training and development, and performance planning and appraisal.

2. Principles and practices of labor management relations, including negotiation and contract administration techniques.

3. Principles and practices applicable to organizational improvement analysis and culture change.

4. Principles and practices of internal consulting.

5. Basic risk management and analysis.

6. Principles and practices of public administration, including long-range planning, budgeting, purchasing and maintaining public records.

7. Applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations including OSHA rules and regulations.

8. Research methods and statistical analysis techniques.

9. Principles, practices and methods of financing and budget development and implementation.

10. Principles and practices of sound business communications.

11. Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work.

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ABILITY TO:

1. Plan and direct comprehensive human resources program.

2. Define issues, analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and develop sound, independent conclusions and recommendations in accordance with laws, regulations, rules and policies.

3. Provide confidential advice and counsel to employees and management.

4. Understand, interpret, explain and apply City, state and federal policies, laws, regulations and court decisions governing the City’s human resource management program.

5. Consult effectively with the City Council, executives and other managers to develop solutions to complex organizational and people management issues.

6. Evaluate human resources management practices, trends and regulatory changes and make sound recommendations for improvement.

7. Organize, set priorities and exercise expert, independent judgment within areas of responsibility.

8. Develop and implement appropriate procedures and controls.

9. Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies and other written materials.

10. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

11. Understand, interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and ordinances.

12. Represent the City effectively in negotiations and other interactions with employees and labor organizations.

13. Present proposals and recommendations clearly, logically and persuasively.

14. Operate a computer and standard business software and a variety of computer software programs and databases related to area of assignment.

15. Use tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues, situations and concerned people.

16. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is:

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
administration, public administration or a closely related field, and eight years of progressively responsible experience in human resource management including labor management relations, at least three of which were in a supervisory or program management capacity; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in a public agency is preferred.

LICENSES; CERTIFICATES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

A valid California Class C driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance program.

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Senior Certified Professional (SCP) certification or HR Certification Institute (HRCI) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification is strongly desired.

Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

MENTAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this class, an employee uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets data, information and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math and mathematical reasoning; observes and interprets people and situations; learns and applies new information and skills; performs highly detailed work; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions and multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with others encountered in the course of work, including frequent contact with customers and/or the public and dissatisfied/abusive individuals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee works in an office environment where the noise level is usually quiet.

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JOB SPECIFICATION

CLASS TITLE ADOPTION

HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN
RESOLUTION NO.
8362

EFFECTIVE DATE

FLSA DESIGNATION

NON-EXEMPT

GENERAL PURPOSE
Class specifications are only intended to present a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities associated with specified positions. Therefore, specifications may not include all duties preformed by individuals within a classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of routine to difficult, confidential clerical and technical duties to assist in the day-to-day operation of the Human Resources Division, including: coordination of payroll and employee benefits, workers’ compensation claims, tracking of employee accruals, performance evaluation forms, employee orientation, training, employee relations, and special programs; performs other related duties as assigned

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Human Resources Technician is a non-represented confidential position responsible for providing clerical and technical assistance in the day-to-day operation of the Human Resources Division with minimal supervision and instruction. Incumbents will be required to have knowledge of City policies and procedures, good problem solving and organizational skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment within established guidelines.

Supervision Received/Exercised
Receives general supervision from the Human Resources and Risk Manager. May exercise direct and indirect supervision over, and provide training for support staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Performs responsible clerical and technical work in support of the City’s human resources system. Enters human resources/benefit and payroll information to the Human Resources Information System (Payroll/HR Software). Maintains and updates confidential employee files including payroll, benefit and other confidential information.

2. Performs a variety of complex technical and clerical duties involved in the processing of the City payroll; coordinates and verifies payroll-related computer input and output. Insures timely and accurate posting and maintenance of payroll-related employee data including insurance, leave, deferred compensation and other employee benefit data.

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3. Computes and prepares all adjustments and special payroll checks. Calculates and processes retroactive pay, earnings, tax adjustments and severance pay. Confers with other City departments and individual employees regarding changes in payroll status or deduction changes. Responds to inquiries and complaints; analyzes and participates in resolving payroll problems.

4. Maintains and updates employee files including payroll and benefit records; tracks and updates employee leave accruals and related information. Prepares personnel action forms and unemployment insurance reports.

5. Maintains the employee performance evaluation system; tracks evaluation due dates, and distributes evaluation forms and personnel action forms to managers and supervisors on a monthly basis.

6. Coordinates and conducts the employee orientation program which includes, but is not limited to, assembling employee orientation packets, creating and updating orientation video, discussing City benefits and different MOUs, and giving tours of City Hall and City facilities to new employees. Develops manuals, employee reference materials and information handouts.

7. Coordinates the day-to-day operations of the City’s employee benefit and insurance including various medical plans, dental and vision plans, short and long term disability plans, deferred compensation programs, and life insurance plan; provides assistance to employees regarding the benefit programs and insurance issues on a daily basis. Processes enrollment, change, and separation notification forms; resolves claims and benefit issues with employees and providers.

8. Coordinates various employee leave requests and paperwork involving Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA), California Family Rights Act (CFRA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA), California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), and coordinates with other leaves.

9. Processes day-to-day workers’ compensation claims and coordinates case management with third party administrator, as well as provides claim related information and training to employees, supervisors and managers; serves as the liaison between the City, injured worker, third party administrator, occupational health provider, physician and attorney in workers’ compensation related issues.

10.Provides technical assistance to City employees, supervisors and managers regarding legal requirements, policies, procedures and problem resolution related to workers’ compensation and safety issues; works with City departments to address light duty and/or permanent modified return to work plans; assists in the administration of medical separations; reviews disability retirement applications and makes recommendations to the Human Resources and Risk Manager.

11. Serves as the Secretary for the City’s Safety Committee; schedules the meetings; takes minutes and prepares the agenda as needed.

12.Maintains and orders materials and supplies for division. Processes purchase orders. Receives and codes invoices for approval. May coordinate the maintenance of office machines as needed.

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13.May assists with planning and coordination of City Employee Recognition events, as well as other employee events and programs.

14.Provides information concerning personnel policies, procedures, wage rates and terms of labor contracts to City staff, other agencies, and the public; responds to compensation and classification survey requests.

15.Assists in planning, developing, coordinating and presenting training sessions related to area(s) of assignment; may prepare and conduct training classes for City employees.

16.May train and coordinate the work of the Human Resources Assistant and other staff as assigned.

17. Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff, and the public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE OF:

1. Basic Human Resource functions, operations and procedures in the area of recruitment, selection, compensation, benefit administration and workers’ compensation.

2. Modern office equipment operation including computers, Internet, E-mail, Fax, Copier and 10 Key adding machines.

3. Knowledge of modern computer software applications.

4. Basic arithmetic and rules of proper English usage, grammar, punctuation and spelling.

5. Methods and techniques for record keeping.

6. Public relations techniques and good telephone etiquette.

ABILITY TO:

1. Deal judiciously with highly confidential information and materials.

2. Understand and follow written and oral instructions.

3. Type accurately at a speed of not less than 45 words per minute.

4. Communicate effectively orally, and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, City officials, and the general public.

5. Understand and speak Spanish (highly desirable).

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EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is:

High school graduation or its equivalent is required. Associate degree or completion of 60 units of college level coursework is desirable.

Three (3) years of progressively responsible office support or technical experience in a human resource environment, preferably at a public sector agency, is required. Professional level experience in the operation of personal computers and software applications is highly desirable.

LICENSES; CERTIFICATES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License.

Must stay current in field and acquire necessary training that new technological changes present.

Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Essential duties require the following physical abilities work environment: Ability to sit, reach, twist, lean, operate a calculator and computer keyboard, calculator and telephone for long periods, and lift files and reports from desk tops or file drawers; and tolerate exposure to vibration, pitch, and glare from a computer.

Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written reports and work related documents.

Acute hearing is required when providing phone and counter service.

Some of those requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.
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CLASS TITLE ADOPTION

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT
RESOLUTION NO.
8362

EFFECTIVE DATE

FLSA DESIGNATION

NON-EXEMPT

GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general supervision, performs varied clerical, typing and complex office duties in the Personnel Office; provides general office assistance in specialized personnel work and programs; deals with the public in person and by telephone; maintains confidential records and assists in office operations and procedures; performs other related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Human Resources Assistant is a non-represented, full-time, confidential position in the Human Resources & Risk Management Division with access to confidential records and privileged information.

Receives general supervision from the Human Resources & Risk Manager. May receive functional and technical supervision from the Human Resources Technician.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

1. Performs a variety of clerical work including typing, data entry, filing and recording of information.

Operates office machines, including computers, typewriters, fax machines, and copiers.

2. Prepares job bulletins, and updates the City job hotline as needed. Posts job bulletins on the Internet, and mail to relevant institutions, employment and advertising agencies. Accepts and processes employment forms and applications, as well as other related documents.

3. Provides clerical assistance in all aspects of recruitment and selection, including ordering test booklets and administering tests and interviews.

4. Provides assistance to applicants, City employees, and the general public by serving as the first point of contact for the Personnel Office by phone and at the counter. Provides a variety of information where judgment, knowledge and interpretation of policies and procedures may be necessary.

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5. Performs a variety of general office support duties including drafting, typing and proofreading letters, as well as other correspondences. Maintains automated and manual files, as well as records. Answers telephone and in-person inquiries. Prepares periodic and special reports.

6. Processes and files correspondences, memos, timesheets, sick leave papers and other personnel forms, as well as assists in maintaining employee personnel files.

7. Provides clerical assistance in workers' compensation and liability claims administration. Assists in the receipt, processing and filing of claims and reports from employees, the general public and third party administrators.

8. Assists in planning, developing, coordinating and presenting training sessions related to areas of assignment. Coordinates and processes employee sign-up for employee relations consortium training, as well as other training classes.

9. Provides clerical assistance in all aspects of classification and compensation studies and surveys, including updating job specifications, and creating relevant database and spreadsheet to communicate the results of salary and benefit surveys.

10. Schedules Tracks and assists in the upkeep of the Personnel Office Internet files, including the Community Calendar, as well as responses to requests for services from citizens and the general public.

11. Provides clerical assistance in the preparation of bi-weekly status reports, as well as relevant staff reports for City Council meetings.

12. Assists in coordinating and processing of employee tuition reimbursement requests and paperwork. Tracks the usage of tuition reimbursement by respective employees, and advises employees of requirements, overages, and approvals.

Other Job-Related Duties:
• Provides clerical assistance in the development and administration of employee benefit programs. • Prepares and types medical and appointment fom1s.
• May coordinate special events and assigned programs.
• Processes requisitions and purchase orders, as well as invoices for warrant register. • May represent the Personnel Office in a wide variety of meetings with employee groups, professional associations, and other local entities as required. • May train and coordinate the work of summer youth workers as assigned. • May coordinate the maintenance of office machines as needed. • Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE OF:

1. Basic human resource policies, procedures and practices related to recruitment, selection, benefits program administration and related functions.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

2. Modern office practices, principles and procedures.

3. Modern office machines and computer software, Internet, E-mail, Fax, and Copiers.

4. Sorting, alphabetizing and filing of documents, records, reports, forms or other materials.

5. Basic office communication skills and telephone ethics.

6. Personnel operations and procedures.

ABILITY TO:

1. Deal judiciously with highly confidential information and materials.

2. Understand and follow written and oral instructions.

3. Type accurately at a speed of not less than 40 words per minute.

4. Communicate effectively orally, and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, City officials, and the general public.

5. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

6. Understand and speak Spanish (highly desirable).

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is:

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, and two years of progressively responsible experience in technical/administrative support in a human resources office or in the administration of benefits and payroll activities; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Experience in a public agency or municipality is preferred.

LICENSES; CERTIFICATES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

A valid California Class C driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance program.

Ability to speak Spanish is highly preferred.

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PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

MENTAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this class, an employee uses written and oral communication skills and basic math; learns and applies new information and skills; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions and multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with others encountered in the course of work, including frequent contact with customers and/or the public and dissatisfied/abusive individuals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee works in an office environment where the noise level is usually quiet.

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ATTACHMENT “B”
RESOLUTION NO. 8363

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PORTIONS OF RESOLUTION NO. 8316,
ADOPTED JULY 1, 2024, INCLUDING CLASSIFICATIONS OF DIRECTOR OF

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, HUMAN RESOURCES & RISK MANAGER,

HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN, AND HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, FIND, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: That that portion of Sub-section A of Section 2 of Resolution No. 8316, adopted July 1, 2024, as amended, be further amended by adding the following on pages 7-10 and replacing the classifications of Finance Director, Personnel Manager, Personnel Technician, and Personnel Assistant with the titles listed below, effective the first day of the first full pay period that includes February 24, 2025:

CLASSIFICATION
SALARY
RANGE

NUMBER/

SCHEDULE
STEP
A
STEP
B
STEP
C
STEP
D
STEP
E
Director of Administrative
Services 79DH 13595 14274 14987 15737 16525
Human Resources & Risk
Manager 77M 11671 12256 12872 13518 14196
Human Resources
Technician 73C 5419 5692 5977 6275 6587
Human Resources
Assistant 68C 4785 5026 5274 5538 5814
SECTION 2: The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution and shall cause this Resolution and her certification to be filed in the office of the City Clerk.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of February, 2025.

Mary Mendoza, Mayor of the City of
San Fernando, California
ATTEST:

Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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CERTIFICATION
I, City Clerk of the City of San Fernando, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true, and correct copy of Resolution No. 8363, which was regularly introduced and adopted by the City Council of the City of San Fernando, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on the 3rd day of June 2024, by the following vote of the City Council:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of San Fernando, California, this ____ day of February, 2025.

Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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AGENDA REPORT
COMMUNITY DEPARTMENT 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1227 WWW.SFCITY.ORG REVIEW: ☒ Finance Director ☒ Deputy City Manager ☒ City Manager To: Mayor Mary Mendoza and Councilmembers
From: Nick Kimball, City Manager
By: Erika Ramirez, Director of Community Development

Date: February 3, 2025
Subject: Discussion and Consideration to Approve a Second Reading to Adopt Ordinance No. 1728 Amending Chapter 106 (Zoning) of the San Fernando Municipal Code to Establish the Mixed Use Overlay Zone; and Ordinance No. 1730 Amending the Zoning Map to Add the Mixed-Use Overlay to Certain Properties in the C-1 and C-2 Zone Districts and Adopt a California Environmental Quality Act Mitigated Negative Declaration Addendum
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council:
a. Adopt Ordinance No. 1728 (Attachment “A”) that was introduced for first reading at the City Council meeting of January 21, 2025, in title only, and waive all further reading, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City Of San Fernando, California amending Chapter 106 (Zoning) of the San Fernando Municipal Code to establish the Mixed Use Overlay Zone”; b. Adopt Ordinance No. 1730 (Attachment “B”) that was introduced for first reading at the City Council meeting of January 21, 2025, in title only, and waive all further reading, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City Of San Fernando, California amending the Official City Zoning Map of the City of San Fernando to add the Mixed Use Overlay to certain properties in the C-1 and C-2 Zone Districts”; and adopting a California Environmental Quality Act Mitigated Negative Declaration Addendum; and
c. Provide staff direction, as necessary.

BACKGROUND:

1. On June 6, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 8153 approving and adopting the City of San Fernando 2021-2029 Housing Element, which includes a Housing Plan with Goals, Policies, and Programs aimed at addressing the City’s housing needs.

2. In 2022, the State Legislature passed Assembly Bill (AB) 1398, which requires jurisdictions to implement actions in their Housing Plan and provides appropriate zoning for these housing opportunity sites no later than October 2024.

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3. On September 9, 2024, staff prepared a presentation for the Planning and Preservation Commission and community to facilitate a workshop discussion. The Planning and Preservation Commission discussed the Mixed Use Overlay/Specific Plan projects, providing their feedback for the ordinances.

4. On October 14, 2024, a public hearing was held before the Planning and Preservation Commission to consider and provide a recommendation to the City Council on the proposed Mixed Use Overlay ordinance and Specific Plan amendment. There were no public speakers.

5. On November 18, 2024, a public hearing was held before the City Council to consider a Mixed Use Overlay ordinance and Specific Plan amendment. There were two (2) business owners that provided public comments in opposition of proposed Ordinance No. 1729, an amendment to Corridors Specific Plan (SP-5) Figure 4.1, that would, among other things, apply the Flex Use Overlay to properties along First Street to allow residential uses. The City Council directed staff to provide additional information and continued the public hearing to December 2, 2024.

6. On December 2, 2024, a public hearing was held before the City Council to consider a Mixed Use Overlay ordinance and Specific Plan amendment. The City Council directed staff to provide additional information and continued the public hearing to January 21, 2025.

7. On January 21, 2025, a public hearing was held before the City Council to consider a Mixed Use Overlay ordinance and Specific Plan amendment. The City Council voted 4-1 to approve a Zone Text Amendment to amend the San Fernando Municipal Code to Establish a Mixed Use Zone Overlay; approve to amend the San Fernando Zoning Map to Add the Overlay to Certain Properties; and to continue Ordinance No. 1729, Specific Plan amendment, to a date uncertain. City Council also directed staff to revise recitals in Ordinance No. 1728 and Ordinance No. 1730 as well as a finding in Ordinance No. 1728.

ANALYSIS:

Since certification of the City’s Housing Element in 2022, staff has been working to implement the policies and programs included in the Housing Element in accordance with state law. To that end, the City has held a number of Public Hearings to review and discuss adopting a Mixed Use Overlay and Zoning Amendment to certain commercial properties identified as opportunity sites in the Housing Element.

Ordinance No. 1728, which implements amendments to the Zoning Code (ZTA 2024-002) that establishes a Mixed-Use Overlay (MUO) that can be applied on top of the existing commercial zone, was approved by the City Council for introduction and first reading of the ordinance, by a vote of (4 ayes; 1 abstain) on January 21, 2025. The Ordinance will create flexibility for existing February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 190 of 298
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commercial properties by allowing 100% commercial development, 100% residential development, or mixed-use development. Commercial properties can continue with their current uses without changes to existing permitted uses or requirements. Additionally, the MUO permits 100% residential developments or mixed-use developments with a density range of 20-35 dwelling units per acre (du/ac).

The City Council also directed staff to revise the recitals for Ordinance No. 1728 as well as revising the findings for Section 3. Zoning Text Amendment. The following proposed recitals have been drafted and incorporated in Ordinance No. 1728:

WHEREAS, the City Council understands the pressing need to diligently address the State’s affordable housing challenges but continues to express its disapproval of the State’s heavy-handed curtailing of local zoning decision-making authority on the matter; and
WHEREAS, the City Council approves this ordinance in the interest of satisfying its legal obligations under current State housing laws and so as to avoid adverse penalties imposed by State regulators or costly litigation that would divert scares City funds away from other important City initiatives, especially at a time when incoming Federal authorities have suspended and also threatened to withhold federal funding in pursuit of the new administrations own heavy-handed policy objectives.

Section 3. Zoning Text Amendment Findings has also been revised as shown below. The red strikeout portion has been deleted and the underlined blue text has been added.

Section 3. Zoning Text Amendment Findings
b. The adoption of the proposed amendment would not be
detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare.

The proposed zoning text amendment (Exhibit “A”) will establish the MUO Mixed Use Overlay Zone to the zoning code. The MUO Mixed Overlay Zone will bring flexibility to existing commercial properties, allowing property owners and developers to add residential uses to their properties. The proposed amendment includes development standards that ensure compatibility with adjacent properties. Thus, the text amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare because the proposed MUO Mixed Use Overlay Zone will encourage investment, redevelopment, and foster community interaction and create a walkable neighborhood, while ensuring compatibility. require February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 191 of 298
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applicants to submit a copy of a sewer and water capacity analysis prepared by a licensed engineer that shows that existing or proposed sewer and water infrastructure is adequate to support operations of the mixed use development and a copy of a fiscal analysis that provides a detailed evaluation of the potential financial impacts on municipal services, including any projected increase in costs of providing municipal services like police, fire, public works, and code enforcement services.

If the City Council approves the second reading of Ordinance No. 1729 on February 3, 2025, it will be effective on March 6, 2025.

Ordinance No. 1730, which amends the Zoning Map (ZMA 2024-001) to add the MUO to identified opportunity sites in commercial zones (C-1 and C-2), was approved by the City Council for introduction and first reading of the ordinance, by a vote of (4 ayes; 1 abstain) on January 21, 2025. The revised map is included as Exhibit “A” to Attachment “B”.

The following recitals have been added in Ordinance No. 1730 to match those of Ordinance 1728:

Section 3. Zoning Map Amendment Findings has also been revised as shown below. The red strikeout portion has been deleted and the underlined blue text has been added.

Section 3. Zoning Map Amendment Findings.
b. The adoption of the proposed amendment would not be
detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare.

The proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare because applications February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 192 of 298
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for development in the overlay areas will require a copy of a sewer and water capacity analysis prepared by a licensed engineer that shows that existing or proposed sewer and water infrastructure is adequate to support operations of the mixed use development and a copy of a fiscal analysis that provides a detailed evaluation of the potential financial impacts on municipal services., including any projected increase in costs of providing municipal services like police, fire, public works, and code enforcement services.

If the City Council approves the second reading of Ordinance No. 1730 on February 3, 2025, it will be effective on March 6, 2026.

BUDGET IMPACT:

The preparation of these ordinances was an enhancement approved by the City Council as part of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Adopted Budget.

CONCLUSION:

It is recommended that the City Council approve for a second reading, in title only, and waive all further readings to adopt Ordinance No. 1728 (Attachment “A”) titled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City Of San Fernando, California amending Chapter 106 (Zoning) of the San Fernando Municipal Code to establish the Mixed Use Overlay Zone”; and adopt Ordinance No. 1730 (Attachment “B”) titled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City Of San Fernando, California amending the Official City Zoning Map of the City of San Fernando to add the Mixed Use Overlay to certain properties in the C-1 and C-2 Zone Districts”; and adopting a California Environmental Quality Act Mitigated Negative Declaration Addendum.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Ordinance No. 1728, including:

Exhibit “A”: Proposed updates to San Fernando Municipal Code (SFMC) Chapter 106 (Zoning) B. Ordinance No. 1730, including:

Exhibit “A”: Proposed City Zoning Map
Exhibit “B”: List of Parcels
C. Addendum to Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH 2021120390) for the San Fernando Housing Element Update
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ATTACHMENT “A”
ORDINANCE NO. 1728

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 106 (ZONING) OF THE SAN

FERNANDO MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH THE MIXED USE OVERLAY

ZONE IN DESIGNATED AREAS OF THE CITY
WHEREAS, California Constitution Article XI, Section 7, enables the City of San Fernando (the “City) to enact local planning and land use regulations; and WHEREAS, the authority to adopt and enforce zoning regulations is an exercise of the City’s police power to protect the public health, safety, and welfare; and WHEREAS, on June 6, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 8153 approving and adopting the City of San Fernando 2021-2029 Housing Element, which includes a Housing Plan with Goals, Policies, and Programs aimed at addressing the City’s housing needs; and WHEREAS, in the Housing Element, the City considered potential development on suitable sites and identified how zoning and development standards on the sites will facilitate housing.

From this inventory, the City identified commercial zoned sites and Specific Plan sites as “Opportunity Sites” for future housing development; and WHEREAS, in 2022, the State Legislature passed Assembly Bill 1398, which requires jurisdictions to implement actions in their Housing Plan which provides appropriate zoning for these housing opportunity sites no later than October 2024; and WHEREAS, pursuant to San Fernando City Code Section 106-19(c), an official amendment to the zoning text may be adopted by the City Council only if the following findings of fact can be made in a positive manner: 1) the proposed amendment is consistent with the objectives, policies general land uses and programs of the City’s General Plan; and 2) the adoption of the proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Preservation Commission, as part of its regular meeting of October 14, 2024, conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the proposed code amendment, and all testimony was received and made part of the public record and WHEREAS, the City Council understands the pressing need to diligently address the State’s affordable housing challenges but continues to express its disapproval of the State’s heavy-handed curtailing of local zoning decision-making authority on the matter; and WHEREAS, the City Council approves this ordinance in the interest of satisfying its legal obligations under current State housing laws and so as to avoid adverse penalties imposed by State regulators or costly litigation that would divert scares City funds away from other important City initiatives, especially at a time when incoming Federal authorities have suspended and also threatened to withhold federal funding in pursuit of the new administrations own heavy-handed policy objectives.

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2 NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Recitals. The above recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference.

SECTION 2. Environmental Addendum Findings. This project is subject to an addendum under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15164, since it can be seen with certainty that potential amendments to the municipal code are necessary but none of the conditions described in Section 15162 calling for preparation of a subsequent EIR have occurred.

SECTION 3 Zoning Text Amendment Findings. Pursuant to San Fernando City Code Section 106-19 (Zoning Text Amendments) the following findings for adoption of the proposed amendment can be made in a positive manner as follows:
a. The proposed amendment is consistent with the objectives, policies, general land uses and programs of the city’s general plans.

The proposed zoning text amendment (Exhibit “A”) will establish the Mixed Use Overlay (MUO) Zone in designated areas of the city. The proposed amendment will satisfy Policy 5.1 of the San Fernando General Plan Housing Element. Policy 5.1 calls for the reduction and removal of government barriers, to reduce costs of housing production and facilitate ownership and rental opportunities for all residents. The proposed amendment will add residential uses to existing-residential uses and encourage investment and redevelopment in commercial areas with residential uses. The proposed amendment will preserve general land uses and allow flexibility in existing commercial properties.
b. The adoption of the proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare.

The proposed zoning text amendment (Exhibit “A”) will establish the MUO Mixed Use Overlay Zone to the zoning code. The MUO Mixed Overlay Zone will bring flexibility to existing commercial properties, allowing property owners and developers to add residential uses to their properties. The proposed amendment includes development standards that ensure compatibility with adjacent properties. Thus, the text amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare because the proposed MUO Mixed Use Overlay Zone will require applicants to submit a copy of a sewer and water capacity analysis prepared by a licensed engineer that shows that existing or proposed sewer and water infrastructure is adequate to support operations of the mixed use development and a copy of a fiscal analysis that provides a detailed evaluation of the potential financial impacts on municipal services, including any projected increase in costs of providing municipal services like police, fire, public works, and code enforcement services.

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3 SECTION 4. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of any competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance.

The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance, and each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase not declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the Ordinance would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 5. Certification. The City Clerk shall certify the passage of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be entered in the book of original ordinances of said City; shall make a minute passage and adoption thereof in the records of the meeting at which time the same is passed and adopted; and shall, within fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption thereof, cause the same to be published as required by law, in a local newspaper of general circulation and which is hereby designated for that purpose.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of San Fernando at its Regular Meeting held this 3rd day of February, 2025.
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Mary Mendoza, Mayor of the City of
San Fernando, California
ATTEST:
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Julia Fritz, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Richard Padilla, City Attorney
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4 CERTIFICATION
I, City Clerk of the City of San Fernando, do hereby certify that the above and foregoing is a full, true, and correct copy of Ordinance No. 1728 which was introduced on January 21, 2025, and adopted by the City Council of the City of San Fernando, California at a regular meeting duly held on the 3rd day of February, 2025 by the following vote of the City Council:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

IN WITNESS WHERE OF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of San Fernando, California, this _____ day of February 2025.

Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT “A”
City of San Fernando Mixed Use Overlay Zone
EXHIBIT “A”
Proposed updates to San Fernando Municipal Code (SFMC) Chapter 106 (Zoning) City of San Fernando Municipal Code, Chapter 106, Article II, Division 6.

Subdivision III. – MUO Mixed Use Overlay
Sec. 106-173. – Intent and purpose.

The MUO mixed use overlay zone is established to provide development opportunities for integrated, complementary residential and commercial development on the same parcel or a contiguous group of parcels. The MUO zone may be applied as an additional zone classification to land zoned C-1 limited commercial zone or C-2 commercial zone.

Sec. 106-174. – Uses permitted.

A. Property may be developed solely for residential uses at a density range of 20-35 units per acre.

B. Property may be developed solely for uses permitted or conditionally permitted in accordance with the provisions of the underlying zoning district.

C. Uses mandated by state law to be permitted in mixed use zone districts are permitted in the Mixed Use Overlay (Transitional and Supportive Housing, Low Barrier Navigation Centers and Accessory Dwelling Units).

D. If property is developed with a mix of residential and non-residential uses within the same project area, the following are required:

1. For the commercial component, property may be developed with uses permitted or conditionally permitted in accordance with the provisions of the underlying zoning district, except for the specific limitation identified in Section 106-673-(3)j.

2. Commercial uses are required on the ground floor adjacent to arterial streets and at all corners adjacent to arterial streets.

3. On corner parcels, the non-residential use shall turn (wrap around) the corner for a distance of at least 30-feet, or at least 50% of the building façade, whichever is less. The termination of use shall occur at an architectural break in the building.

4. For buildings located within 20 feet of a public street, the non-residential component of a mixed-use project shall contain at least 60% pedestrian-oriented commercial uses intended to increase pedestrian activity on the adjacent streets. Other non-residential uses may be substituted for commercial uses, if authorized by a resolution of the Planning and Preservation Commission, provided, it can be demonstrated that such non-residential use will increase pedestrian activity on the adjacent streets and is not a prohibited use listed below.

5. All commercial tenant spaces on the ground floor shall have a minimum depth of 30 feet.

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6. Overall commercial floor area shall be a minimum of 25% of the project’s total gross floor area.

7. Residential uses shall occupy a minimum of 50% of the project’s total gross floor area.

8. The minimum residential density permitted is 20 units per acre.

9. The permitted residential component of the mixed-use project includes:
a. Multiple-family dwellings;

10. A live-work unit, defined as a dwelling unit that combines residential and commercial or office space within the same space, shall be considered a residential unit or development in the Mixed Use Overlay. A live-work unit or development must comply with all building code requirements which may require size, separation and use requirements and limitations.

11. The following uses and activities shall not be permitted within the Mixed Use Overlay zone when a mixed use project is proposed:
a. Vehicle maintenance or repair (e.g., body or mechanical work, including boats and recreational vehicles), vehicle detailing and painting, upholstery, or any similar use. b. Storage of flammable liquids or hazardous materials beyond that normally associated with a residential use.
c. Manufacturing or industrial activities, including but not limited to welding, machining, or any open flame work.
d. Any activity or use, as determined by the responsible review authority to not be compatible with residential activities and/or to have the possibility of affecting the health or safety of live/work unit residents due to the potential for the use to create dust, glare, heat, noise, noxious gases, odor, smoke, traffic, vibration or other impacts, or would be hazardous because of materials, processes, products, or wastes.

12. After approval, a mixed-use building shall not be converted to entirely residential use.

13. A City-approved covenant shall be executed by the owner of each residential unit within a mixed use development for recording in the land records of Los Angeles County, and shall include statements that the occupant(s) understand(s) and accept(s) the person is living in a mixed use development, and that commercial activities are permitted pursuant to the regulations in the SFMC. If the project includes rental residential units, the project owner shall execute such covenant and a copy of the recorded covenant shall be provide to each new occupant of the rental units.

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Sec. 106-175. – Development standards.

Any project developed pursuant to this division shall comply with the following, and any permit issued shall be subject to such provisions established as conditions of approval. Please note if residential uses are not proposed, only the Development Standards of the underlying zone district apply:

TABLE: DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS – MIXED-USE OVERLAY (MUO)
District MUO (100%
Commercial)
MUO (100%
Residential)
MUO
MixedUseAdditional Regulations
Density (du/acre) N/A 20-35 20-35
Floor Area Ratio (FAR) [1] N/A [1] [6]
Yards/ setbacks (ft.)
Front (min./max.) [1] 5/10 [3][4] 0/15
[2][4]
Street side (min./max.) [1] 5/10 [3][4] 0/0 [2][4]
Interior Side (min.) [1] 5 [5] 0 [5]
Rear [1] 5 [5] 0 [5]
Maximum height (ft.) [1] 45 [7] 45 [7]
Building site coverage (max. %) [1] 80 80
Open space standards (sq ft.) Sec. 106-175 C.

Private (min.) N/A 80 60
Common (min.) N/A 100 100
[1] Follow the base zone district (Section C-1 & C-2) development standards. [2] A 0-15-foot setback is allowed to accommodate pedestrian-oriented outdoor uses and amenities which the Director of Community Development determines are appropriate to an urban setting, such as outdoor patio dining areas, plazas and courtyards, fountains, public art, entry forecourts, and landscaping. [3] A reduced setback may be permitted if the ground floor is used for non-living areas such as manager’s office, gym, etc. [4] A 15-foot setback is required when abutting single family residential uses to match front yard setback. [5] A 10-foot setback is required if proposed or existing uses will abut existing or proposed non-residential uses. [6] Applies to the non-residential components of the project only [7] Certain Roof mounted structures may exceed height. See section Division 6, of Article V.

A. General Standards
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1. Screening. When a multi-story building is proposed and the second story or above is located within 50 feet of the side or rear yard of a single-family lot, screening measures should be applied to provide a reasonable degree of privacy. a. Screening measures include, but are not limited to, landscaping, alternate window and balcony placements, placing windows at least six feet from the floor of the interior of the unit, incorporating wing walls or louvers, using glass block or other translucent material, and other such methods.
b. Sufficiency of Screening. The Planning and Preservation Commission shall determine the sufficiency of the proposed screening measures and may require additional measures.

2. Security Barriers.
a. Any security barriers installed on the windows or the doors of the premises shall be installed only on the interior of the building and in compliance with all City Building, Zoning, and Fire Codes.
b. Security barriers shall meet the following criteria:
i. Only open grill design security systems located on the inside of the building shall be permitted on elevations visible from the street. ii. Open grill design security systems shall be primarily transparent with not less than seventy-five percent (75%) visibility from the street. iii. Solid roll-down security doors are prohibited unless part of a vehicle loading bay.
iv. Interior security gates shall be opened and fully retracted during the hours of operation.

B. Building Standards
a. Façade modulation and articulation.
i. Building Length Articulation. At least one projection or recess shall be provided for every 50 horizontal feet of wall in one of the following manners:

1. Projections or recesses for buildings 50 feet wide or less shall be exempted from the building length articulation requirement; projections or recesses for buildings greater than 50 feet in width but less than 100 feet in width shall be no less than 12 inches in depth; or projections or recesses for buildings 100 feet wide or wider shall be no less than 24 inches in depth.

2. The depth and width of the projection or recess shall be proportionate to the overall mass of the building.
ii. Building Height Articulation. In order to maintain a human scale for multi-story buildings, the height of façades shall be broken into smaller increments as follows:

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1. Ground Floor. A substantial horizontal articulation of the façade shall be applied at the top of the first story. This element shall be no less than 18 inches tall, and should project from the adjacent wall plane. It shall be designed as a cornice, belt course, or a similar architectural element which is appropriate to the style of the building.

2. Top Floor. Buildings or portions of buildings which are three stories in height or taller shall also provide articulation for the top story of the building. This may be accomplished by a color change, material change, a cornice/belt course at the bottom of the uppermost story, by stepping the uppermost story back, or similar measures.

Figure. Building Height Articulation
iii. Blank building facades shall be prohibited. Building facades without the use of windows or doors shall not span a continuous horizontal length greater than 20 feet across any story.

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Figure. Blank Façade
b. Materials and Colors.
i. The street-facing façade shall use at least two different façade materials and colors, each covering a minimum of 20 percent of the street-facing façade. ii. All façade materials and colors, such as siding, window types, and architectural details, used on the street-facing façade shall be used on all other building façades. c. Transparency. Placement and orientation of doorways, windows, and landscape elements shall create strong, direct relationships with the street. Street-facing façades of all buildings shall incorporate windows and openings providing light to adjacent spaces, rooms, and uses.
i. Commercial ground-floor uses. Windows and openings facing streets shall constitute a minimum of 50% of street-facing building faces. Windows shall provide a clear and transparent view into ground floor-uses or shall display merchandise to reinforce a pedestrian scale. Film may be provided to protect from the sun or as required to satisfy State or local energy efficiency requirements as long as some level of transparency is maintained.
ii. Commercial upper-floor uses. Windows and openings facing streets shall constitute a minimum of 40% of street-facing building faces.
iii. Residential ground-floor uses. Windows and openings facing streets shall constitute a minimum of 30% of street-facing building faces.
iv. Residential upper-floor uses. Windows and openings facing streets shall constitute a minimum of 20% of street-facing building faces.

C. Open Space Standards. Maintaining open space areas provides recreational opportunities, allows sunlight to enter into living spaces and provides a spacious and inviting feel. Open space requirements are as follows:
a. Private open space(s) attached to residential units shall be designed to avoid direct visibility into the interiors of adjacent units.
b. Any common open space shall measure at least 15 feet in length in any direction. A minimum of 25 percent of the total area of the common open space shall be landscaped. c. The following regulations apply to required residential open space areas within all mixeduse zoned lots. i. More than one open space area may be provided on a lot. The sum of square footages for all eligible open space areas on a lot shall comprise the total open space area for that lot.
ii. Required side or rear yard areas may be included in the calculated open space area but a required front yard area may not.
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same parcel as the dwelling units for which it is required. The computation of such open space shall include no obstructions other than devices and structures designed to enhance its usability, such as swimming pools, changing facilities, fountains, planters, benches, and landscaping.
iv. Open space areas shall have no parking, driveway or right-of-way encroachments. v. Usable open space does not need to be located on the ground. Rooftop gardens and rooftop landscaping, including rooftops above parking structures, may be used to satisfy the open space requirement. Rooftop open space features and vertical projections such as sunshade and windscreen devices, open trellises, and landscaping shall not exceed 16-feet in height beyond the maximum permitted height.
d. Landscaping. A landscaping plan for all common open areas shall be submitted with the other plans. Approval of the landscape element shall include approval of an acceptable watering system, and assurance of continued maintenance. a. All new development projects shall provide a minimum one 15-gallon, native canopy tree within a street facing setback when feasible, in accordance with Division 4 of article III. If a street facing setback cannot contain a tree, the tree shall be provided on other areas of the site.
b. The following standards shall apply to mixed use development with surface parking lots:
i. A minimum of 2 percent of parking lot area shall be landscaped and shall be so arranged as to emphasize visual attractiveness as viewed by the public from surrounding streets and walkways.
ii. A minimum 5-foot landscape buffer strip shall be provided between a parking lot and public right-of-way.
iii. Parking lot canopy trees shall be provided at the ratio of one (1) tree for every four (4) parking spaces.
iv. The total area of any project not devoted to lot coverage and paving shall be landscaped, irrigated, and maintained in compliance with the requirements of this section.
v. All areas of a project site not intended for a specific use, including pad sites held for future development, shall be landscaped, unless it is determined by the community development director that landscaping is not necessary to fulfill the purpose of this section.
e. Fences, walls, and hedges.
i. Whenever a mixed-use zoned lot shares a side or rear property line with a residentially zoned lot, and non-residential uses are located within 15 feet of that side or rear property line, a six-foot tall solid masonry wall shall be provided, along February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 204 of 298
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or adjacent to all such side and rear lot lines. The wall shall conform to the height regulations applicable to front yard areas of the residentially zoned lot having the common lot line. A landscape buffer shall also be provided along the shared lot lines. ii. Roll down security gates or fencing may not be on the exterior of buildings.

D. Parking Standards
a. Applicable Standards. The applicable standards and requirements, including number of minimum parking stalls, required in Division 3 of article V of this chapter shall apply, with the following additional standards in this subsection.
b. Parking reduction in proximity to transit. Pursuant to Government Code § 65863.2, the required off-street vehicular parking may be waived for certain projects within one-half mile distance of public transit, as applicable.
c. Parking reduction for mixed-use and residential projects. A reduction in off-street parking requirements may be granted pursuant to Division 3 of article V. d. Screening.
i. Screening. Any parking structurewith at least one floor of parking at grade or above, and which contains primary property frontage along a primary street, shall incorporate wrapped residential uses or retail businesses with shopping windows viewable from the sidewalk along the ground floor, or two or more of the following features:

1. Display or shopping windows;

2. Landscape material (e.g., foundation plantings, vertical trellis with vines, planter boxes with cascading landscape material) that results in the parking structure being adequately screened from adjoining parcels;

3. Architectural detailing and articulation that provides texture on the façade or structure openings and effectively integrates the parking structure into the basic building design.
ii. Surface parking. Surface parking shall be located on the interior side or rear of the site to the greatest extent practicable. Surface parking between the sidewalk and buildings shall be prohibited unless no alternatives are feasible.

E. Site Standards
a. Access and circulation.
i. Building entrances.

1. Street-facing primary entrances for non-residential uses shall be accessible to the public during business hours. Residential and non-residential entries shall be clearly defined features of front façades, and of a scale that is in proportion to the size of the building and number of units being accessed.

Larger buildings shall have a more prominent building entrance, while maintaining a pedestrian scale.

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2. When non-residential and residential uses are located in the same building, separate exterior pedestrian entrances, elevators and lobbies shall be provided for each use. The entrances for non-residential uses shall be designed to be visually distinct from the entrances for residential uses.

Figure. Building Entrances
ii. Pedestrian access. Pedestrian access from the adjacent street public right-of-way shall be incorporated into all ground floor uses within the MUO zone. iii. Development projects shall promote walkability and connectivity to include design and orientation standards including:

1. A system of pedestrian walkways shall connect all buildings on a site to each other, to on-site automobile and bicycle parking areas, and to any on-site open space areas and pedestrian amenities.

2. Lighting shall be incorporated along sidewalks or other pedestrian walkways to enhance the pedestrian environment and provide for public safety.

Lighting shall be low mounted and downward casting in a manner that reduces light trespass onto adjacent properties.

3. Connections between on-site walkways and the public sidewalk shall be provided. An on-site walkway shall connect the primary building entry or entries to a public sidewalk on each street frontage. Such walkway shall be the shortest practical distance between the primary entry and sidewalk, generally no more than 125% of the straight-line distance. b. Exterior lighting. Lighting for non-residential uses shall be appropriately designed, located, and shielded to ensure that they do not negatively impact the residential uses in the development nor any adjacent residential uses. All exterior lighting shall be 90 degrees February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 206 of 298
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cutoff downlight. The rays of any such lighting shall be confined to the property. No spillover shall be permitted.
c. Trash and Recycling. Recycling and refuse storage facilities for non-residential uses shall be separate from residential uses, clearly marked, located as far as possible from residential units and shall be completely screened from view from the residential portion of the development. Recycling and refuse storage facilities for non-residential uses shall be compatible in architectural design and details with the overall project. The location and design of trash enclosures shall mitigate nuisances from odors when residential uses might be impacted. Trash areas for food service and sales uses, when occupying the same building as residential uses, shall be refrigerated to control odor. d. Signs. The applicable provisions for signs of Division 5 - Signs shall apply. e. Loading and unloading. Where applicable, the covenants, conditions, and restrictions of a mixed-use development shall indicate the times when the loading and unloading of goods may occur on the street, provided that, in no event, shall loading or unloading take place after 10:00 p.m. or before 7:00 a.m. on any day of the week. f. Uses restricted to indoor. All non-residential uses must be conducted wholly within an enclosed building. The following uses or businesses are exceptions to this rule:
i. Outdoor dining and food service in conjunction with a cafeteria, café, restaurant or similar establishment;
ii. Other sales and display areas as approved through a conditional use permit or similar discretionary permit; and
iii. Other uses as approved by the Planning and Preservation Commission through a Conditional Use Permit process.
g. Outdoor sale and display location. No outdoor sale or display area shall occupy any required parking spaces or required yard areas.

Sec. 106-176. – Procedure
A. Development of land in a MUO mixed use overlay zone for mixed use development shall be approved with a site plan review procedure, unless proposed non-residential uses require a conditional use permit. In that case, a conditional use permit is required. Housing development projects with 20% affordable units shall be processed ministerially under the Zone Clearance, Streamlined Development process.

B. As part of the Zone Clearance, Site Plan Review or Conditional Use Permit submittal for residential development, the applicant shall submit a copy of a sewer and water capacity analysis prepared by a licensed engineer that shows that existing or proposed sewer and water infrastructure is adequate to support operations of the mixed use development.

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C. As part of the Site Plan Review or Conditional Use Permit submittal, the applicant shall submit a copy of a fiscal analysis that provides a detailed evaluation of the potential financial impacts on municipal services, including any projected increase in costs of providing municipal services like police, fire, and code enforcement services.

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ATTACHMENT “B”
ORDINANCE NO. 1730

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO,

CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF SAN

FERNANDO TO ADD THE MIXED USE OVERLAY TO CERTAIN PROPERTIES IN THE C-1 AND C-2 ZONE DISTRICTS
WHEREAS, California Constitution Article XI, Section 7, enables the City of San Fernando (the “City) to enact local planning and land use regulations; and WHEREAS, the authority to adopt and enforce zoning regulations is an exercise of the City’s police power to protect the public health, safety, and welfare; and WHEREAS, on June 6, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 8153 approving and adopting the City of San Fernando 2021-2029 Housing Element, which includes a Housing Plan with Goals, Policies, and Programs aimed at addressing the City’s housing needs; and WHEREAS, in the Housing Element, the City considered potential development on suitable sites and identified how zoning and development standards on the sites will facilitate housing.

From this inventory, the City identified commercial zoned sites and Specific Plan sites as “Opportunity Sites” for future housing development; and WHEREAS, in 2022, the State Legislature passed Assembly Bill 1398, which requires jurisdictions to implement actions in their Housing Plan which provides appropriate zoning for these housing opportunity sites no later than October 2024; and WHEREAS, pursuant to San Fernando City Code Section 106-20(c), an official amendment to the zoning map may be adopted by the City Council only if the following findings of fact can be made in a positive manner: 1) the proposed amendment is consistent with the objectives, policies general land uses and programs of the City’s General Plan; and 2) the adoption of the proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Preservation Commission, as part of its regular meeting of October 14, 2024, conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the proposed code amendment, and all testimony was received and made part of the public record and WHEREAS, the City Council understands the pressing need to diligently address the State’s affordable housing challenges but continues to express its disapproval of the State’s heavyhanded curtailing of local zoning decision-making authority on the matter; and WHEREAS, the City Council approves this ordinance in the interest of satisfying its legal obligations under current State housing laws and so as to avoid adverse penalties imposed by State regulators or costly litigation that would divert scares City funds away from other important City initiatives, especially at a time when incoming Federal authorities have suspended and also threatened to withhold federal funding in pursuit of the new administrations own heavy-handed policy objectives.

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2 NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Recitals. The above recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference.

SECTION 3 Zoning Map Amendment Findings. Pursuant to San Fernando City Code Section 106-20 (Zoning Map Amendments) the following findings for adoption of the proposed amendment can be made in a positive manner as follows:
a. The proposed map amendment, attached herein as Exhibit “A”, adding the overlay to the parcels identified in Exhibit “B”, is consistent with the objectives, policies, general land uses and programs of the City’s general plans.

The proposed map amendment will establish the MUO Mixed Use Overlay to certain properties in the C-1 and C-2 zone districts. The proposed amendment will satisfy Policy 5.1 of the San Fernando General Plan Housing Element. Policy 5.1 calls for the reduction and removal of government barriers, to reduce costs of housing production and facilitate ownership and rental opportunities for all residents. The proposed map amendment will allow residential uses in existing commercial properties, encouraging investment and development. The proposed map amendment will preserve the general land uses allow flexibility in existing commercial properties. b. The adoption of the proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health safety, convenience, or welfare.

The proposed map amendment adds MUO Mixed Use Overlay to the existing Zoning map. These updates to the zoning map will increase residential development in C-1 and C-2 zone districts, increasing the housing capacity in those districts. The proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare because applications for development in the overlay areas will require a copy of a sewer and water capacity analysis prepared by a licensed engineer that shows that existing or proposed sewer and water infrastructure is adequate to support operations of the mixed use development and a copy of a fiscal analysis that provides a detailed evaluation of the potential financial impacts on municipal services, including any projected increase in costs of providing municipal services like police, fire, public works, and code enforcement services..

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3 SECTION 4. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of any competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of San Fernando at its Regular Meeting held this 3rd day of February, 2025.
______________________________
Mary Mendoza, Mayor of the City of
San Fernando, California
ATTEST:
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Julia Fritz, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Richard Padilla, City Attorney
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4 CERTIFICATION
I, City Clerk of the City of San Fernando, do hereby certify that the above and foregoing is a full, true, and correct copy of Ordinance No. 1730 which was introduced on January 21, 2025, and adopted by the City Council of the City of San Fernando, California at a regular meeting duly held on the 3rd day of February, 2025 by the following vote of the City Council:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

IN WITNESS WHERE OF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of San Fernando, California, this _____ day of February, 2025.

Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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KENWEN ST

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Assessor Parcel Numbers (APNs) of Properties
2522-013-024
2515-016-016
2517-014-054
2517-013-014
2518-022-009
2517-019-006
2517-015-043
2517-015-030
2517-013-013
2518-025-800
2517-015-033
2517-015-034
2518-025-012
2518-025-025
2518-022-008
2521-021-905
2521-030-900
2521-030-039
2521-024-025
2521-025-022
2521-025-001
2521-036-001
2522-013-013
2521-027-008
2521-029-035
2521-030-027
2521-023-022
2521-023-001
2522-013-021
2522-013-015
2522-006-900
2521-027-009
2521-026-009
2521-028-010
2521-028-027
2522-005-001
2522-013-011
2522-013-003
2522-013-012
2521-023-021
2521-026-010
2522-013-804
2521-030-026
2521-030-901
2521-021-027
2521-030-031
2521-024-024
2522-013-016
2521-030-037
2521-025-023
2521-021-032
2521-030-038
2521-023-002
2521-035-008
2521-014-001
2521-025-034
2522-005-002
2521-036-022
2522-006-002
2522-013-018
2521-021-026
2521-022-021
2519-003-901
2521-014-024
2521-030-024
2522-013-802
2521-021-906
2521-027-011
2521-014-002
2521-030-030
2522-013-017
2521-028-011
2521-029-037
2521-036-019
2521-027-010
2522-005-003
2521-021-012
2521-035-009
2521-024-028
2522-005-006
2521-030-009
2522-013-019
2522-013-014
2517-015-032
2517-013-015
2517-015-042
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CITY OF SAN FERNANDO

ADDENDUM TO A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION PREPARED FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR SAN FERNANDO HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE (SCH 2021120390) Addendum prepared in accordance with Section 15164 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines The full Initial Study and Mitigated Negative
Declaration SCH No. 2021120390 are on file at the
City of San Fernando Community Development
Department, located at 117 North MacNeil Street,
San Fernando, California 91340
(818) 837-1227

ENVIRONMENTAL
ASSESSMENT NUMBER:
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This addendum was not
circulated for public review
pursuant to Section 15164(c)
of the CEQA Guidelines.

APPLICANT:

City of San Fernando
Community Development Department
Attn. Erika Ramirez
117 North MacNeil Street
San Fernando, California 91340
PROJECT LOCATION:

The proposed zoning text amendment includes all of San
Fernando’s incorporated lands (See Exhibit A - Vicinity Map), and the proposed rezone includes specific parcels (See Exhibit C).

PROJECT DESCRIPTION (ORIGINAL):

Overall, the proposed plan involves updates to the General Plan Housing and Safety Element as well as incorporation of new General Plan Environmental Justice policies. The 2021-2029 Housing Element is being driven by the following regulatory requirements:
• The Housing Element Update would update the City’s Housing Element as part of the 6th Cycle Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) and per compliance with California Government Code Sections 65580 to 65589.11. • The Safety Element Update would update the City’s Safety Element to integrate climate adaptation and resiliency strategies into the General Plan per Senate Bill (SB) 379, which amended California Government Code Section 65302.
• Update of the Housing and Safety elements would include the addition of Environmental Justice-related goals, policies, and objectives per SB 1000, which amended Government Code Section 65302.

Therefore, the proposed plan entails the 2021-2029 Housing Element and updates to the Safety Element, as well as addition of new Environmental Justice policies within the Housing and Safety elements. The following extracts portions of the detailed description of the proposed plan that is related to the Addendum.

Meeting Regional Housing Needs Assessment – Mixed Use Overlay As part of the 6th Cycle housing element update, cities are required to identify housing sites that provide the development capacity to accommodate build out of the City’s RHNA allocation at all income levels. The 2021-2029 Housing Element would introduce a new Zoning Code, Mixed Use Overlay, that would apply to Housing Opportunity Sites throughout San Fernando that are currently not zoned for residential uses. This includes commercially zoned properties where currently only retail or service establishments are allowed. The Mixed Use Overlay would allow for up to 35 dwelling units per acre, and would provide the possibility that the commercial uses could occur along with new residential uses, perhaps by repurposing large surface parking lots or by redeveloping existing structures to greater heights that would allow for residential units on the upper floors. These design decisions that would depend upon specific project design are not known at this time. As noted above, given that formal land use or zoning changes will not be adopted at this time, future land use and zoning changes would require separate environmental evaluation once specific sites to be rezoned are agreed upon within the 3-year period allowed by State law.

The 2021-2029 Housing Element identifies 50 Housing Opportunity Sites, consisting of 135 parcels totaling 55.8 acres (See Exhibit B – Housing Opportunity Sites). These sites would accommodate for a total of 1,268 possible new dwelling February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg
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Addendum to a Mitigated Negative Declaration Environmental Assessment for San Fernando Housing Element Update (January 13, 2025) units on parcels currently zoned for lower density or not zoned for residential uses. By adding a Mixed-Use Overlay and adjusting specifics of the SP-5 zoning, dwelling units could be developed on sites that are not zoned for residential uses at this time.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION (REVISED):

For the environmental analysis, this addendum analyzes the change contemplated from the original Project. Since the time of the original environmental document was approved, the City has modified the Housing Opportunity Sites 1) remove 3 parcels totaling 0.4 acres from the Mixed-Use Overlay, 2) add 45 parcels totaling 13.8 acres to the MixedUse Overlay, and 3) remove 6 parcels totaling 4.2 acre within the SP-5 Work-Flex zoning from the rezoning list.. The Mixed-Use Overlay sites could accommodate a total of 688 dwelling units (realistic capacity assumption of 26 du/ac, per the Housing Element). This creates a capacity for 285 possible additional new dwelling units. (See Exhibit C – Revised Housing Opportunity Sites) compared to the original project. It should be noted that of the 45 additional parcels, 37 are developed, 6 are underutilized (i.e., paved parking), and 2 are vacant.

The revised Project would not have a significant impact. It may be determined that: (1) The revised Project does not significantly exceed the scope of Environmental Assessment for San Fernando Housing Element Update; (2) No substantial changes are proposed in the revised Project which require major revisions to the previous environmental finding due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects; (3) No substantial changes will occur with respect to the circumstances under which the Project is undertaken; and, (4) No new information, which was not known and could not have been known, at the time the environmental finding for Environmental Assessment for San Fernando Housing Element Update was adopted, has become available. Analysis for this determination is detailed in the section below.

Therefore, the City of San Fernando has determined that an addendum to Environmental Assessment for San Fernando Housing Element Update is appropriate given that none of the conditions described in Section 15162 of the CEQA Guidelines calling for preparation of a subsequent negative declaration have occurred; and, new information added is only for the purposes of providing minor changes or additions, in accordance with Section 15164 of the CEQA Guidelines.

Section 15162 provides that when a negative declaration has been adopted for a project, no subsequent negative declaration shall be prepared for that project unless the lead agency determines, on the basis of substantial evidence in the light of the whole record, one or more of the following:

FINDINGS PURSUANT TO SECTION 15162 OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES. (1) Substantial changes are proposed in the project which would require major revisions of the previous negative declaration due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects;
Finding
(1):

The revised project adds overlays to 45 parcels totaling 13.8 acres, which could accommodate 285 possible additional new dwelling units, compared to the original project. This is not a substantial change and would not create new significant environmental effects as discussed below. It is also assessed that the revised project would not cause a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects, as demonstrated in Table 1.

Table 1: Assessment of New Significant Effects
CEQA Impact Area New Significant Effects (compared with the original project) Aesthetics
No Impact. The 2021-2029 Housing Element would facilitate increased density to accommodate the RHNA allocation. Development of the original and revised Housing Opportunity Sites are located along corridors within infill areas of the city, which is largely built out. The Project, as revised, would implement the MND’s mitigation measures, including Corridors Specific Plan design guidelines, lighting standards, and tree standards for mixed-use development, which would mitigate development aesthetics and light and February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 216 of 298
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Agriculture/ Forestry
Resources
No Impact. The project is not located within areas zoned for agricultural or forestry uses and does not contain agricultural or forestry resources. Since these conditions remain the same, the revised Project would not result in additional or new impacts.

Air Quality
Less than Significant Impact. Because the 2021-2029 Housing Element is a policy document and does not directly implement any development projects, it does not generate air quality impacts in and of itself.

Furthermore, while the City identifies the Opportunity Sites and will encourage development of these sites to meet RHNA, there is no guarantee that market conditions or other factors will support full buildout since most of the sites are already developed. 37 out of 45 of the additional parcels proposed by the revised project are fully developed and 6 of the parcels are currently used as paved parking.

According to the MND, potential population growth would exceed the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) population estimates for the 2030 planning horizon by up to 10 percent. The revised project would increase that number by up to 2 percent. However, the AQMD is currently being updated and will be brought into alignment with ongoing updates to SCAG population projections. This means that the measures used to reduce air quality impacts would also be updated.

Additionally, goals and policies in the 2021-2029 Housing Element would apply to infill development associated on the Housing Opportunity Sites and would be required to adhere to local and regional ordinances and guidelines designed to reduce mobile and stationary sources of pollutants. This would reduce impacts to less than significant. As such, the revised Project would not result in substantial impacts.

Biological Resources
No Impact. The 2021-2029 Housing Element facilitates the development of new housing and infrastructure and would consist mostly of infill development and redevelopment on the Housing Opportunity Sites that are already developed with urbanized uses or located adjacent to existing development. Because San Fernando is largely built out, there is a very low likelihood that habitat for listed species would occur within San Fernando.

The Project, as revised, would implement the MND’s mitigation measures, including pre-construction biological surveys, nesting bird protection, and mature tree preservation, which would mitigate potential impacts on biological resources to a less than significant level. Since these conditions remain the same, the revised Project would not result in additional or new impacts.

Cultural Resources
Less than Significant Impact. In addition to the two (2) Housing Opportunity Sites from the original project, the revised project does not add property listed as potentially historic resources. As such, the revised Project would not result in substantial impacts.

In addition, the Project, as revised, would implement the MND’s mitigation measure to mitigate hidden or buried resources that may exist on site.

Energy
Less than Significant Impact. Energy use remains typical of residential use and the revised Project would comply with energy conservation requirements as stated in the MND. The additional parcels of the revised project are mostly previously developed areas already served by energy February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 217 of 298
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Geology/ Soils
No Impact. Development projects proposed on the Housing Opportunity Sites would be subject to the City’s General Plan goals and policies listed below and the provisions in Article II, Section 18-31 of the San Fernando Municipal Code (SFMC), which reduce seismic impacts. The Safety Element, which is also part of the project, also contains policies that protect the community from damage from earthquakes and geologic hazards. In addition, additional parcels of the revised project are infill sites that have been previously developed and/or is surrounded by urbanized uses. Since all site conditions remain the same, the revised Project would not result in additional or new impacts.

Greenhouse Gas
Emissions
No Impact. The project, original and as revised, promotes infill development in high-quality transit corridors and increased use of alternative transportation (e.g., cycling and walking) because it proposes mixed-use development. In addition, as mentioned in the MND, increased density leads to fewer vehicle trips because people do not need to travel as far for services or work, and they may choose public or active transportation options.

Additionally, future development would be required to comply with building code, CalGreen, and regulations to ensure that impacts are less than significant. Since all site conditions remain the same, the revised Project would not result in additional or new impacts.

Hazards/ Hazardous
Materials
No Impact. Since the revised Project proposes similar use and operations as the original Project (i.e., residential development), it is anticipated that the use, transport, and disposal of hazardous materials would be similar, and thus would not be the type or quantity that would pose a significant hazard to the public. In addition, the Project, as revised, would implement the MND’s mitigation measure to mitigate land that may be contaminated with hazardous materials. Since all site conditions and proposed operations remain the same, the revised Project would not result in additional or new impacts.

Hydrology/ Water
Quality
Less than Significant Impact. The revised Project could result in the increased residential capacity of 285 residential units, which would increase water demand compared to the original Project. However, while the revised Project could increase the rate or amount of surface runoff, future development would be subject to compliance with NPDES, General Plan policies, and SFMC Section 34-104, which includes runoff control measures.

Additionally, since most parcels are developed, redevelopment would result in improved drainage and recharge possibilities consistent with City requirements. In addition, as regulated in Section 706-176 of the Zoning Code text amendment, future applications proposing residential development within the Mixed Use Overlay are required to submit a copy of water capacity analysis to show that water infrastructure is adequate to support operations of the proposed development. As such, the revised Project would not result in substantial impacts.

Land Use/ Planning
No Impact. The Project is considered “infill” since parcels are in an urban neighborhood surrounded by existing developments, roadways, and utility lines. No physical division would occur. Since site conditions and the February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 218 of 298
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Mineral Resources
No Impact. The Project is not located in an area designated for mineral resource preservation or recovery. Since site conditions remain the same, the revised Project would not result in additional or new impacts.

Noise
Less than Significant Impact. As discussed in the MND, future development projects of the Housing Opportunity Sites would be subject to development plan review to determine potential concerns related to noise based on sitespecific locations and development design. These developments would also be subject to compliance with the General Plan Noise Element and SFMC.

Since these conditionsremain the same, the revised Project would not result in additional or new impacts.

Population and
Housing
Less than Significant Impact. The revised Project proposes a potential additional capacity of 285 dwelling units, which could increase city population by 1,120 based on an average household size of 3.93. As mentioned earlier, this would bring an increase of 12 percent (10 percent from the original project and an additional 2 percent from the revised project) population beyond what was estimated by SCAG.

However, as SCAG sets the RHNA allocation, it anticipates these exceedances regionally and will update its forecasts to better reflect the current State housing allocations for southern California. Furthermore, while the City identifies the Housing Opportunity Sites and will encourage development of these sites to meet RHNA, there is no guarantee that market conditions or other factors will support full buildout. This is especially true since 37 of the 45 additional parcels proposed in the revised Project are currently fully developed.

As such, the revised Project would not result in a significant amount of unplanned growth and would have a less than significant impact.

Public Services
Less than Significant Impact. The revised Project is expected to increase the capacity for residential units and population, thereby increasing the demand for public services. Consequently, future development resulting from Project implementation would be conditioned to pay development impact fees and/or dedicate park land as regulated in the Code. Since the revised Project is not expected to result in a significant amount of unplanned growth, the revised Project would result in a less than significant impact.

Recreation
Less than Significant Impact. The revised Project is expected to increase capacity for residential units and population, thereby increasing the demand for park and recreation facilities. Future development resulting from Project implementation would be conditioned to pay development impact fees and dedicate open space as regulated in the Code. As such, the revised Project would result in a less than significant impact.

Transportation
No Impact. As discussed in the MND, the potential housing sites identified in the 2021-2029 Housing Element would largely accommodate infill development that tends to reduce VMT, because it places residential development close to commercial and office uses and produces opportunities to travel by foot or bicycle instead of automobile. This still holds true for the additional parcels proposed in the revised Project. As such, future development is likely to reduce VMT compared to regional averages, due to residential uses being developed close to commercial, office, and other uses. Since the general location of the revised Project and the transit February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 219 of 298
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Tribal Cultural
Resources
No Impact. As discussed in the MND, effects on tribal cultural resources can only be determined once a specific project has been proposed, because the effects depend highly on the individual project site conditions and the characteristics of the proposed activity. The potential for these to occur on a specific site would be determined during project-specific CEQA analysis during the tribal consultation process. The Project, as revised, would implement the MND’s mitigation measures to utilize a Native American Construction Monitor if resources are identified during future tribal consultation efforts and to evaluate unanticipated discoveries of tribal consultation resources. Since these conditions remain the same, the revised Project would not result in additional or new impacts.

Utilities and Service
Systems
Less than Significant Impact. The revised Project would increase residential units, increasing the demand for utilities and services systems.

Wastewater: Any improvements and connections for future development would be reviewed by both the city and Los Angeles County Sanitation District. The potential increase of 6,103 persons (4,983 persons from the original Project and an additional 1,120 person from the revised Project) would result in an increase in wastewater of 552,322 gallons per day. This is approximately 0.1 percent of the capacity of the San Fernando Hyperion Treatment system. As such, the Project, as revised, would have a less than significant impact on the city’s wastewater system. In addition, as regulated in Section 706-176 of the Zoning Code text amendment, future applications proposing residential development within the Mixed Use Overlay are required to submit a copy of sewer capacity analysis to show that sewer infrastructure is adequate to support operations of the proposed development.

Stormwater: The Housing Element facilitates development of residential units within urban infill areas of San Fernando that are already developed or vacant and surrounded by development. As mentioned above, future development would be required to comply with NPDES requirements, BMPs designed to capture and retain stormwater on-site, and the SFMC Chapter 34 Article III – Stormwater and Urban Runoff Pollution Control Low Impact Development Requirements. Future development would be reviewed by the city to ensure that stormwater and drainage is managed properly on-site. As such, impacts to stormwater would be less than significant.

Water: The City’s 2020 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) determined that by 2030, which is the full buildout year of the Housing Element, water supply (4,199 acre-feet per year (AFY)) is expected to exceed 2030 demand (2,960 AFY) by 1,239 AFY. The potential increase of 6,103 persons would result in an increase in water demand of 552,322 gallons per day (assuming same use rate for wastewater and water), or 618.7 AFY. This would cause water demand to increase to 3,578.7 AFY, which is below predicted 2030 in the 2020 UWMP. As such, impacts to water supply would be less than significant. In addition, as regulated in Section 706-176 of the Zoning Code text amendment, future applications proposing residential development within the Mixed Use Overlay are required to submit a copy of water capacity analysis to show that water infrastructure is adequate to support operations of the proposed development.

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Wildfire
No Impact. The City and surroundings are urban and built-up lands, not within a wildland, which precludes the risk of wildfire. The City is also not within a Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) as designated by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE). In addition, the revised Project would not impair access to the existing roadway network and development would be conditioned to the Building and Fire Code so that they would not exacerbate fire risks. Since site conditions remain the same, the revised Project would not result in additional or new impacts. (2) Substantial changes occur with respect to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken which will require major revisions of the previous Negative Declaration due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects; or, Finding
(2):

The Initial Study (IS) and Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) that was prepared for the original project was adopted in 2022. Since then, there have been no substantial changes to the circumstances under which the Project is undertaken that have occurred. (3) New information of substantial importance, which was not known and could not have been known with the exercise of reasonable diligence at the time the previous Negative Declaration was adopted, shows any of the following: (A) The project will have one or more significant effects not discussed in the previous negative declaration; (B) Significant effects previously examined will be substantially more severe than shown in the previous negative declaration; (C) Mitigation measures or alternatives previously found not to be feasible would in fact be feasible and would substantially reduce one or more significant effects of the project; and, (D) Mitigation measures or alternatives which are considerably different from those analyzed in the previous negative declaration, would substantially reduce one or more significant effects on the environment.

Finding
(3):

All significant effects were discussed in the original MND and impacts that are more severe than the original MND are discussed in Finding 1. In addition, mitigation measures of the previous MND remain feasible and effective. As such, there is no new information of substantial information that would cause a significant effect.

ADDENDUM PREPARED BY:

Bonique Emerson, AICP, VP of Planning
SUBMITTED BY:
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CITY OF SAN FERNANDO COMMUNITY

DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
DATE: January 13, 2025
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AGENDA REPORT
POLICE DEPARTMENT 910 FIRST STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1250 WWW.SFCITY.ORG REVIEW: ☒ Finance Director ☒ Deputy City Manager ☐ City Manager To: Mayor Mary Mendoza and Councilmembers
From: Nick Kimball, City Manager
By: Fabian Valdez, Police Chief

Date: February 3, 2025
Subject: Receive and File a Presentation on 2024 City Crime Statistics, Police Department Activity and Operations, Enhanced Police Patrolling Efforts, and Senate Bill 54, the “California Values Act”
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council receive and file a presentation on the 2024 City Crime Statistics, Police Department Activity and Operations, Enhanced Police Patrolling Efforts, and Senate Bill 54 (SB 54), the “California Values Act.”
BACKGROUND:

1. On February 21, 2017, then Chief Anthony Vairo provided a presentation to the City Council regarding the San Fernando Police Department’s (SFPD) roles and responsibilities as it relates to immigration enforcement.

2. On January 1, 2018, Senate Bill 54 (SB 54), the “California Values Act”, went into effect. This act limits the cooperation between local law enforcement and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and provides noncitizens with protections in matters of immigration enforcement.

3. On January 30, 2023, the City Council received a presentation from the San Fernando Police Department (SFPD) providing an informational overview of SFPD operations, crime statistics, and other relevant information for Calendar year 2022.

4. On May 5, 2024, the City Council received a 2023 Safety Insight Report from the Police Department providing an informational overview of SFPD operations, crime statistics and other relevant information for Calendar Year 2023.

5. On November 5, 2024, California voters approved Proposition 36, the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act. This measure aims to address rising issues of homelessness, drug addiction, and theft by providing treatment options for individuals involved in drug-related crimes, enhancing penalties for repeat theft offenders, and reintroducing harsher sentences for large-scale theft or property damage.

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6. On August 19, 2024, Vice Mayor Mendoza, with the concurrence of Councilmember Fajardo, agendized a discussion to allocate an additional $50,000 in overtime for the Police Department to address increased crime in the Community. The City Council approved the additional overtime and directed staff to provide a budget resolution to appropriate the funds and provide a plan to use the overtime, with an emphasis on additional patrols and visibility.

7. On September 3, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 8330 amending the budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025 to appropriate $50,000 from the General Fund reserve for overtime costs associated with increased patrol, enforcement, investigations, and other police activity.

8. On December 2, 2024, Councilmember Solorio agendized an item to discuss enhancing police patrolling efforts. The City Council directed staff to provide an update at a future City Council meeting on SFPD activities and operations and the impact of the newly enacted California Proposition 36, the “Three Strikes Reform Act” initiative. The City Council also directed staff to identify potential efficiencies in the Police Department that could enhance patrol management, continue City Council discussions regarding public safety/patrolling priorities, explore collaborations with Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), identify opportunities for additional grant funding and analyze the volume of calls originating from Shadow Lane and 7th Street.

9. On January 6, 2025, the City Council directed staff to provide an update at a future City Council meeting on the SFPD’s requirements and obligations relating to immigration enforcement and on SB 54.

ANALYSIS:

Throughout 2024, the San Fernando Police Department (SFPD) remained committed to data-driven policing and community safety. By leveraging statistical analysis and grant-funded initiatives, the SFPD enhanced public safety and addressed the community's evolving needs. The following analysis highlights key areas that demonstrate the Department's ongoing efforts to deliver effective services, ensure safety and security, and implement proactive crime prevention strategies.

Part 1 Crimes.

Under California law, SFPD submits monthly Part 1 Crime reports to the DOJ as part of the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program. These include homicide, rape, robbery, assault, burglary, larceny, auto theft, and arson. The data informs crime trends, resource allocation, and grant applications.

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Part 1 Crimes, Arrests, and Citations from 2019 to 2024 are highlighted in the following table:

Comparing data from 2019 (pre-COVID) and 2024 (the second year after pandemic restrictions), crimes such as rape, robbery, assault, and burglary have decreased, while homicides and property crimes, including theft, auto theft, and arson, have increased. Factors that have contributed to the increase in property crimes include:
1) 2020 Policy Directives. In December 2020, Los Angeles County District Attorney Special Directive 20-07 significantly altered misdemeanor prosecution, directing prosecutors to decline or dismiss misdemeanor charges, including trespassing, driving with a suspended license, drug possession, and public intoxication. A study by LAist found that under this directive, prosecutors filed charges in only 13% of eligible cases, compared to 89% during the previous District Attorney’s administration (source: https://laist.com/news/criminaljustice/misdemeanors-can-haunt-a-person-for-life-why-las-da-stopped-charging-manyof-them). 2) Zero-Bail Reform. In April 2020, California implemented a zero-bail policy for certain low-level, non-violent offenses, allowing individuals charged with theft, auto theft, and burglary to be released while awaiting trial. A report from the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) found that:
• Rearrest rates for those released under this policy increased significantly within 30 days of release, particularly for felonies and property crimes. 1 4 1 1 1 5 1 3 1 5 2 2
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• Felony rearrest increased by 15% for individuals released under zero-bail conditions. (Source: https://www.ppic.org/publication/what-happened-when-california-suspendedbail-during-covid/). 3) Assembly Bill 109 (AB 109) – Prison Realignment: In 2011, AB 109 transferred the custody of non-violent offenders from State Prison to County Jail and County Probation. Due to staffing shortages at the county level, many offenders were released early or received minimal supervision. A 2022 study by the California Policy Lab found that counties with higher numbers of AB 109 releases saw increased property crime rates, particularly repeat offenses (source: https://capolicylab.org/).
4) Increased Retail Theft & Organized Crime Activity. Retail theft has surged statewide, with a 24% increase in reported shoplifting incidents between 2019 and 2023, according to the National Retail Federation. California’s Proposition 47 (2014), which reclassified theft under $950 as a misdemeanor, has been linked to repeat offenses by professional shoplifting rings. A 2023 report from the California Retailers Association found that organized retail crime groups exploit lenient penalties to repeatedly targetstores (Source:
https://nrf.com/)
Enforcement & Crime Reduction Strategies
Arrests (Felony and Misdemeanor).

In 2024, the SFPD intensified its enforcement efforts, targeting both felony and misdemeanor crimes, including organized retail theft, gang-related activity, and burglary suppression. A prime example of this was the undercover operation conducted in November and December 2024, by the Special Enforcement Team and Detective Bureau in partnership with Target Asset Protection Specialists. This operation at the San Fernando Target Store resulted in multiple arrests and the recovery of stolen merchandise, demonstrating the Department’s commitment to curbing retail theft.

In addition to retail crime suppression, SFPD collaborated with the California Department of Corrections to conduct parole and probation compliance checks, focusing on validated gang members, registered sex offenders, and other violent offenders. These efforts led to multiple arrests, including a significant felony apprehension.

Overall, arrests increased by 38.7% between 2023 and 2024, rising from 667 to 925. This surge can be attributed to the Department’s enhanced resources, including grant funding from the Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Cannabis Grant Program.

Additionally, the implementation of 37 Flock Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) and a $50,000 budget enhancement for patrol, enforcement, and investigative operations significantly improve the Department’s capacity to address crime. These critical resources, which were unavailable in 2023, played an important role in increasing public safety and enforcement effectiveness.

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Increased Traffic and Parking Citations.

In 2024, SFPD conducted six (6) traffic enforcement operations and nine (9) parking enforcement operations, targeting speeding, distracted and impaired driving, and other primary collision factors. High-traffic areas like the San Fernando Mall District, Maclay Avenue, and San Fernando Mission Boulevard were prioritized.

Parking enforcement aimed to improve accessibility, traffic flow, and compliance with City regulations. These efforts facilitated parking turnover, reduced congestion, and addressed illegal parking and abandoned vehicles. In residential areas, the operations specifically targeted vehicles blocking driveways, fire hydrants, double-parking, and parking in red zones.

Traffic citations nearly doubled, while parking citations rose 36% from 2023 to 2024, reflecting the impact of high-visibility patrols, increased staffing, and the 2024 Budget Enhancement for enforcement efforts.
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Expansion of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Technology Funded by the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Organized Retail Theft (ORT) Grant, SFPD installed 37 Flock ALPR cameras citywide in 2024. The ALPR technology has been instrumental in solving auto and retail theft cases. These cameras led to 50 auto theft recoveries and multiple felony arrests – an average of six (6) cases per month.

ALPR technology helped department solves criminal cases involving stolen vehicles, narcotics, murder, attempted murder, stolen property, and attempted kidnapping. The table in Attachment “A” provides a summary of Flock outcomes.
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DUI Checkpoints and Saturation Patrols.

In July 2024, the San Fernando Police Department (SFPD) increased its efforts to addressimpaired driving through targeted enforcement operations. With funding from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and the Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) grants, SFPD conducted four (4) DUI checkpoints throughout the year. Together, these two (2) operations resulted in five (5) DUI arrests and 68 citations for unlicensed drivers (see tables below for individual statistics).

TABLE 2: SFPD DUI/DUID Checkpoint (CHP)
August 31, 2024
Vehicles Through Checkpoint 854
Vehicles Screened 508
Reports Taken 38
Unlicensed Driver Citations 35
Arrests 3
Cannabis Arrest 1
Alcohol Related 2
Pursuits 1
FSTs Conducted 6
TABLE 3: DUI/DL Checkpoint (OTS)
November 13, 2024
Vehicles Screened 695
DUI Arrests 2
Unlicensed/Suspended License Citations 33
Stored Vehicles 4
Beyond checkpoints, SFPD also conducted two (2) saturation patrols focused on removing impaired drivers from the road. The first, funded by a CHP grant on October 25, 2024, resulted in one (1) citation for an open container and two (2) DUI/DUID arrests. The second, funded by an OTS grant on December 13, 2024, resulted in three (3) traffic citations and three (3) arrests for alcohol- or drug-related offenses.

Recognizing the need for community education, SFPD partnered with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to host a Community Forum on February 26, 2025, offering information on obtaining a driver’s license and promoting legal and responsible driving habits.

Data from 2024 shows a significant decline in DUI-related collisions, marking the first year since 2020 that SFPD reinstated DUI checkpoints and targeted DUI enforcement efforts. (See Table Below).

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TABLE 4: DUI-Related Collisions
2021-2024
Year Number of Collisions
2021 26
2022 27
2023 26
2024 14
The data suggests that stronger enforcement coupled with community engagement and education on the dangers of DUI driving has had a positive impact on making San Fernando roads safer.

San Fernando Community Coalition to Prevent Gang Violence.

In 2024, the SFPD established the San Fernando Community Coalition to Prevent Gang Violence, bringing together community leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders from government, education, and non-profit agenciesto develop a collaborative strategy addressing the root causes of gang violence. The strategy includes outreach, education, rehabilitation, prevention, intervention, diversion, and enforcement efforts.

Police Department Overtime.

The budgetary enhancement approved by the City Council in September 2024 has been utilized for additional traffic enforcement, parking enforcement, and crime prevention details. Activities funded by the enhancement are highlighted in Attachment “B.” Patrol Management.

Building on the successes of 2024, SFPD continues to prioritize patrol management to ensure community safety. Patrol officers are integral to crime prevention, addressing public concerns, and responding to emergencies. To improve efficiency, SFPD is exploring an online reporting system for non-emergency incidents and a new scheduling software for officers.

Online Reporting
To improve patrol efficiency, an online reporting system for non-emergency incidents can be implemented. This system would allow the public to report minor crimes, such as vandalism, lost property, or non-injury traffic collisions, without requiring immediate officer dispatch. As a result, officers can prioritize high-priority calls and focus on crime prevention. Additionally, online reporting offers a more convenient and accessible way for residents to engage with law enforcement, potentially increasing incident reporting and community involvement.

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areas. This technology will allow the Department to optimize resource allocation, and ensure that the right number of officers are on duty at any given time.

Computer Aided Dispatch/Records Management Software (CAD/RMS) SFPD is currently evaluating new CAD/RMS systems to enhance data-informed policing and better support daily operations. As the department continues to grow, leveraging technology has become critical for improving efficiency, optimizing patrol patterns, and ensuring officer safety.

The updated software will integrate GPS data and location insights, providing real-time information to refine patrol strategies, improve response times, and enhance situational awareness. By adopting a more advanced CAD/RMS system, the department will be equipped to make more informed decisions, increase operational effectiveness, and strengthen public safety.

SFPD is continuing to explore these and other options that have the potential to optimize patrol operations, meet the growing demands of public safety, and foster stronger community engagement.

SB 54 – California Values Act (Immigration).

Signed in 2017, SB 54 (California Values Act) restricts how state and local law enforcement interact with federal immigration authorities. While generally prohibiting the use of law enforcement resources for immigration enforcement, exceptions exist for individuals charged or convicted of specific serious crimes.

Key Restrictions:
• Inquiries into immigration status
• Detaining individuals based on ICE holds
• Sharing personal or release date information (unless publicly available or the individual has certain criminal convictions)
• Assisting with civil immigration warrants or warrantless searches • Transferring individuals to immigration authorities without a judicial warrant Law enforcement agencies can:
• Investigate federal law violations, including certain criminal enhancements • Respond to criminal history requests from immigration authorities via CLETS • Participate in joint law enforcement task forces (if the focus is not immigration enforcement)
• Investigate victims of trafficking for T Visas or those assisting law enforcement for U Visas • Allow interviews with immigration authorities in compliance with the TRUTH Act The San Fernando Police Department’s Policy No. 413 incorporates these SB 54 guidelines (see Attachment “C”). SFPD does not currently participate in any joint federal task forces. Agencies in joint federal task force are required to submit an annual report to the Department of Justice detailing task force activities, including arrests related to immigration enforcement.

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Mental Health Clinician/Police Department Program Roll-out.

In partnership with Hope the Mission, SFPD has launched the Mental Health Clinician Program, funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) grant, to improve responses to mental health-related incidents. This co-response model integrates clinicians into police operations, allowing them to work alongside officers in handling calls involving mental health crises, substance abuse, and behavioral challenges. The program aims to de-escalate situations and provide referrals to appropriate mental health services.

Joint training will be completed by February 2025, with clinicians accompanying officers on calls to assist with assessments, de-escalation, and follow-up care. This initiative, funded through September 2025, strengthens connections between law enforcement and community-based mental health support.

BUDGET IMPACT:

Preparation of the Presentation of 2024 City Crime Statistics, Police Activity, Enhanced Police Patrolling Efforts, and Senate Bill 54, the “California Values Act” is part of the Police Department’s work plan. There is no impact to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Adopted Budget by discussing this item.

CONCLUSION:

A. 2024 Flock Outcomes
B. Budget Enhancement Overtime
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2024 Flock ALPR Outcomes
Total Cases Cleared by Arrest 50
Stolen Vehicle Arrests 38
Narcotics Arrests 2
Attempted Murder Arrests
Murder Arrests
2 1
Burglary/Larceny Arrests 4
Attempted Kidnapping Arrests
Felony Reckless Evading Arrests 2
Stolen Property – Buying, Receiving, Possessing 1
Total Stolen Vehicles Recovered 40
Total Leads Generated 26
Burglary Leads 17
Larceny Leads 6
Felony Hit & Run 1
Felony Evading/Reckless 1
Robbery 1
Attempted Kidnapping
Warrants Issued (Larceny) 1
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TABLE 9: 2024 Budget Enhancement Overtime
DetailDateAfter Action Report
Type of Enforcement
Total HoursCommunity OutreachCRM'sArrestsTraffic CitationsTraffic Stops No CitationParking CitationsWarningsCalls For ServiceImpoundsPatrolMisc HOST 9/4/2024 Community 10 
Halloween 10/31/2024  Community 22 
Bike Patrol 11/25/2024  Community 16 7 1 Warrant
PENDING Bike Patrol 16
Tree Lighting 12/7/2024 Community 12 
Black Friday Detail 11/29/2024  Crime 16  17
Crime Suppression 10/10/2024  Crime 18 1 Misd 1 
Crime Suppression 11/21/2024  Crime 16
Crime Suppression 1/10/2025  Crime 16 2 5 1
Crime Suppression 1/20/2025  Crime 21.5 1 1 Felony 1 Flock Hit Retail Theft Blitz 11/5/2024  Crime 67
Retail Theft Blitz 12/20/2024  Crime 57.5 1 Felony
1 Misd
Parking 10/12/2024  Parking 8 51 2 2
Parking 10/19/2024  Parking 8 69 1
Parking 11/9/2024  Parking 8 35
Parking 11/16/2024  Parking 8 71
Parking 12/7/2024  Parking 8 1 21 3
Parking 12/14/2024  Parking 8 44
Parking 1/11/2025  Parking 8 45
Parking 1/18/2025  Parking 8 39 2
PENDING Parking 8
290 PC Compliance 8/29/2024  Special 26.5 1 Felony 9 Locations Visited Auto Zone Follow-up 11/6/2024 Special 11.5 2 Felony
Pawn Shop Warrant 12/3/2024  Special 58.25 1 Felony $27,249 Propery Recovered Traffic 10/22/2024  Traffic 10 1 Misd 8 2
Traffic 10/23/2024  Traffic 10 12
Traffic 11/12/2024  Traffic 8 3 4 2
Traffic 11/22/2024  Traffic 8 1 Misd 9
Traffic 1/9/2025  Traffic 8 1 Misd 10 2 10 RIPAs
Traffic 1/24/2025  Traffic 8.5 2 1 Misd 10 3
TOTAL HOURS: 498.75 4 31 12 43 6 379 2 3 9 1
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Department
Immigration Violations - 1
Immigration Violations
413.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines to employees of the Department relating to immigration and interacting with federal immigration officials. 413.1.1 DEFINITIONS
The following definitions apply to this policy (Government Code § 7284.4):

Criminal immigration violation - Any federal criminal immigration violation that penalizes a person’s presence in, entry, or reentry to, or employment in, the United States. This does not include any offense where a judicial warrant already has been issued.

Immigration enforcement - Any and all efforts to investigate, enforce, or assist in the investigation or enforcement of any federal civil immigration law, including any and all efforts to investigate, enforce, or assist in the investigation or enforcement of any federal criminal immigration law that penalizes a person's presence in, entry or reentry to, or employment in the United States.

Judicial warrant - An arrest warrant for a violation of federal criminal immigration law and issued by a federal judge or a federal magistrate judge.
413.2 POLICY
It is the policy of the Department that all employees make personal and professional commitments to equal enforcement of the law and equal service to the public. Confidence in this commitment will increase the effectiveness of this Department in protecting and serving the entire community and recognizing the dignity of all persons, regardless of their national origin or immigration status. 413.3 VICTIMS AND WITNESSES
To encourage crime reporting and cooperation in the investigation of criminal activity, all individuals, regardless of their immigration status, must feel secure that contacting or being addressed by members of law enforcement will not automatically lead to immigration inquiry and/or deportation. While it may be necessary to determine the identity of a victim or witness, employees shall treat all individuals equally and not in any way that would violate the United States or California constitutions.
413.4 IMMIGRATION INQUIRIES PROHIBITED
Employees of this Department shall not inquire into an individual’s immigration status for immigration enforcement purposes (Government Code § 7284.6). 413.4.1 CALIFORNIA LAW ENFORCEMENT TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM (CLETS) Employees shall not use information transmitted through CLETS for immigration enforcement purposes except for criminal history information and only when consistent with the California Values Act (Government Code § 15160).

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Employees shall not use the system to investigate immigration violations of 8 USC § 1325 (improper entry) if that violation is the only criminal history in an individual's record (Government Code § 15160).
413.4.2 CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES
Employees shall not obtain, access, use, or otherwise disclose noncriminal history information maintained by the DMV for immigration enforcement (Vehicle Code § 1808.48). 413.5 DETENTIONS AND ARRESTS
An officer shall not detain any individual, for any length of time, for a civil violation of federal immigration laws or a related civil warrant (Government Code § 7284.6).

An officer who has a reasonable suspicion that an individual already lawfully contacted or detained has committed a criminal violation of 8 USC § 1326(a) (unlawful reentry) that may be subject to an enhancement due to a previous conviction of an aggravated felony under 8 USC § 1326(b) (2), may detain the person for a reasonable period of time to contact federal immigration officials to verify whether the United States Attorney General has granted the individual permission for reentry and whether the violation is subject to enhancement (Government Code § 7284.6). No individual who is otherwise ready to be released should continue to be detained only because questions about the individual’s status are unresolved.

If the officer has facts that establish probable cause to believe that a person already lawfully detained has violated 8 USC § 1326(a) and the penalty may be subject to enhancement due to prior conviction for specified aggravated felonies, he/she may arrest the individual for that offense (Government Code § 7284.6).

An officer shall not detain any individual, for any length of time, for any other criminal immigration violation of federal immigration laws (Government Code § 7284.6).

An officer should notify a supervisor as soon as practicable whenever an individual is arrested for violation of 8 USC § 1326(a).
413.5.1 SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES
When notified that an officer has arrested an individual for violation of 8 USC § 1326(a), or under the authority of a judicial warrant, the supervisor should determine whether it is appropriate to (a) transfer the person to federal authorities, or (b) transfer the person to jail.

Upon determination by the supervisor that a transfer referred to in subsections (a) and/or (b) above is appropriate, the supervisor shall notify and obtain approval of the applicable Division Commander before effecting such transfer.
413.6 FEDERAL REQUESTS FOR ASSISTANCE
Absent an urgent issue of officer safety or other emergency circumstances, requests by federal immigration officials for assistance from this Department should be directed to a supervisor. The supervisor is responsible for determining whether the requested assistance would be permitted under the California Values Act (Government Code § 7284.2 et seq.)..

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413.7 INFORMATION SHARING
No employee of this Department will prohibit, or in any way restrict, any other employee from doing any of the following regarding the citizenship or immigration status, lawful or unlawful, of any individual (8 USC § 1373; Government Code § 7284.6):
(a) Sending information to, or requesting or receiving such information from federal immigration officials.
(b) Maintaining such information in Department records. (c) Exchanging such information with any other federal, state or local government entity.

Nothing in this policy restricts sharing information that is permissible under the California Values Act.
413.7.1 IMMIGRATION DETAINERS
No individual should be held based solely on a federal immigration detainer under 8 CFR 287.7 (Government Code § 7284.6).

Notification to a federal authority may be made prior to release of an individual who is the subject of a notification request only if the individual meets one of the following conditions (Government Code § 7282.5; Government Code § 7284.6):
(a) The individual has been arrested and had a judicial probable cause determination for a serious or violent felony identified in Penal Code § 667.5(c) or Penal Code § 1192.7(c). (b) The individual has been arrested and had a judicial probable cause determination for a felony punishable by time in a state prison.
(c) The individual has been convicted of an offense as identified in Government Code § 7282.5(a).
(d) The individual is a current registrant on the California Sex and Arson Registry. (e) The individual is identified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement as the subject of an outstanding federal felony arrest warrant.
413.7.2 NOTICE TO INDIVIDUALS
Individuals in custody shall be given a copy of documentation received from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) regarding a hold, notification, or transfer request along with information as to whether the San Fernando Police Department intends to comply with the request (Government Code § 7283.1).

If the San Fernando Police Department provides ICE with notification that an individual is being, or will be, released on a certain date, the same notification shall be provided in writing to the individual and to his/her attorney or to one additional person who the individual may designate (Government Code § 7283.1).

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413.7.3 ICE INTERVIEWS
Before any interview regarding civil immigration violations takes place between ICE personnel and an individual in custody, the San Fernando Police Department shall provide the individual with a written consent form that explains the purpose of the interview, that the interview is voluntary, and that he/she may decline to be interviewed or may choose to be interviewed only with his/her attorney present. The consent form must be available in the languages specified in Government Code § 7283.1.
413.7.4 TRANSFERS TO IMMIGRATION AUTHORITIES
Employees shall not transfer an individual to immigration authorities unless one of the following circumstances exist (Government Code § 7282.5; Government Code § 7284.6):
(a) Transfer is authorized by a judicial warrant or judicial probable cause determination. (b) The individual has been convicted of an offense as identified in Government Code § 7282.5(a).
(c) The individual is a current registrant on the California Sex and Arson Registry. (d) The individual is identified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement as the subject of an outstanding federal felony arrest warrant.
413.7.5 REPORTING TO CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
The Detective Division supervisor shall ensure that data regarding the number of transfers of an individual to immigration authorities, as permitted by Government Code § 7284.6(a)(4), and the offense that allowed for the transfer is collected and provided to the Records Supervisor for required reporting to the DOJ (Government Code § 7284.6(c)(2)) (see the Records Division Policy).
413.8 U VISA AND T VISA NONIMMIGRANT STATUS
Under certain circumstances, federal law allows temporary immigration benefits, known as a U visa, to victims and witnesses of certain qualifying crimes (8 USC § 1101(a)(15)(U)).

Similar immigration protection, known as a T visa, is available for certain qualifying victims of human trafficking (8 USC § 1101(a)(15)(T)).

Any request for assistance in applying for U visa or T visa status should be forwarded in a timely manner to the supervisor assigned to oversee the handling of any related case. The supervisor should:
(a) Consult with the assigned investigator to determine the current status of any related case and whether further documentation is warranted.
(b) Contact the appropriate prosecutor assigned to the case, if applicable, to ensure the certification or declaration has not already been completed and whether a certification or declaration is warranted.
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1. The instructions for completing certification and declaration forms can be found on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) website.

2. Form I-918 Supplement B certification shall be completed if the victim qualifies under Penal Code § 679.10 (multiple serious offenses). The certification shall be completed and not refused for the specified reasons in Penal Code § 679.10(k) (3).

3. Form I-914 Supplement B declaration shall be completed if the victim qualifies under Penal Code § 236.5 or Penal Code § 679.11 (human trafficking). The declaration shall be completed and not refused for completion for the specified reasons in Penal Code § 679.11(j)(3).

4. Forward the completed Form I-918 Supplement B certification or completed Form I-914 declaration B to the victim, family member, or authorized representative (as defined in Penal Code § 679.10 and Penal Code § 679.11) without requiring the victim to provide government-issued identification (Penal Code § 679.10; Penal Code § 679.11)
(d) Ensure that any decision to complete, or not complete, a certification or declaration form is documented in the case file and forwarded to the appropriate prosecutor.

Include a copy of any completed form in the case file.

1. If Form I-918 Supplement B is not certified, a written explanation of denial shall be provided to the victim or authorized representative. The written denial shall include specific details of any reasonable requests for cooperation and a detailed description of how the victim refused to cooperate (Penal Code § 679.10). (e) Inform the victim liaison of any requests and their status. 413.8.1 TIME FRAMES FOR COMPLETION
Officers and their supervisors who are assigned to investigate a case of human trafficking as defined by Penal Code § 236.1 shall complete the above process and the documents needed for indicating the individual is a victim for the T visa application within 15 business days of the first encounter with the victim, regardless of whether it is requested by the victim (Penal Code § 236.5).

Officers and their supervisors shall complete the above process and the documents needed certifying victim cooperation for a U visa or T visa application pursuant to Penal Code § 679.10 and Penal Code § 679.11 within 30 days of a request from the victim, victim's family, or authorized representative related to one of their assigned cases. If the victim is in removal proceedings, the certification shall be processed within seven days of the first business day following the day the request was received.
413.8.2 REPORTING TO LEGISLATURE
The Chief or the authorized designee should ensure that certification requests are reported to the Legislature in January of each year and include the number of certifications signed and the number denied. The report shall comply with Government Code § 9795 (Penal Code § 679.10; Penal Code § 679.11).

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413.8.3 POLICE REPORTS
Upon request, an officer or supervisor should provide a victim or authorized representative with a copy of the report filed by the victim within seven days of the request (Penal Code § 679.10). 413.9 TRAINING
The Training supervisor should ensure that all appropriate employees receive training on immigration issues.

Training should include:
(a) Identifying civil versus criminal immigration violations. (b) Factors that may be considered in determining whether a criminal immigration violation has been committed.
(c) Prohibitions contained in the California Values Act (Government Code § 7284 et seq.).

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HOW THE CALIFORNIA VALUES ACT APPLIES IN JAILS
On January 1, 2018, the California Values Act,
also known as SB 54, went into effect, limiting
the cooperation between local law enforcement
and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
and providing noncitizens with protections when
it comes to immigration enforcement.
Ask about your immigration status
Share your personal information, like your
home or work address, with ICE unless that
information is already available to the public
Provide office space only for ICE’s use in
their facility
Use immigration officers as interpreters for
them during their own investigation
No.
Yes, but only if they have received your
written consent. A jail official must first
give you a consent form to read and sign
before making you available for questioning
by ICE. This form must be available in a
number of languages.* ICE conducts these
interviews to collect information that may
be used against you in your deportation
case. You have the right to decline these
interviews.
*including Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, and Korean.

What are my options if an ICE agent
wants to interview me?
You can indicate one of the following on the
consent form:
“No, I do not want to be interviewed”
“Yes, I will do the interview with my
attorney present”
“Yes, I will do the interview alone”
If you were interviewed by an ICE agent:
Without ever getting a consent form
After indicating “No” to an interview on the
consent form
After saying you wanted your lawyer present
but your lawyer was not called
After having received a consent form in
English when your preferred language is
another language, or
After being pressured or threatened by local
law enforcement to agree to the interview.

Please write us at the address below
describing exactly what happened.

What is the California Values Act?
Local law enforcement,
like the police or sheriff,
CANNOT:

Can the Sheriff’s Department
hold me in jail extra time for
the purpose of having ICE pick
me up?
Can an ICE agent
interview me in jail?
FAQ: SB 54
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No, the Sheriff’s Department cannot give ICE
your release date unless:
Your release date is already publicly
available
You are a current registrant on the
California Sex and Arson Registry
You were convicted of a felony that is
considered serious or violent under state
law
You were convicted of most any felony
in the last 15 years that is not serious or
violent
You were convicted of a felony that is
punishable by imprisonment in state prison
You were convicted within the past 5
years of a misdemeanor for a crime that
is punishable as either a misdemeanor or
felony
You were convicted of a federal crime
that meets the definition of an aggravated
felony, or
The charge you are currently facing is for
a crime that is considered a serious or
violent felony or is punishable by a term in
state prison and where a judge has made a
probable cause finding.

Can the Sheriff’s Department
tell ICE when I will be released
from jail?
No, the Sheriff’s Department cannot transfer you
into immigration custody unless:
You are a current registrant on the California
Sex and Arson Registry
You were convicted of a felony that is
considered serious or violent under state law
You were convicted of a felony that is
punishable by imprisonment in state prison
You were convicted of most any felony in the
last 15 years that is not serious or violent
You were convicted within the past 5 years of
a misdemeanor for a crime that is punishable
as either a misdemeanor or felony
You were convicted of a federal crime that
meets the definition of an aggravated felony;
or
A warrant or probable cause determination
from a judge finding you violated federal
criminal immigration law.

Can the Sheriff’s Department
transfer me to an
ICE detention center?
If the Sheriff’s Department receives a request from ICE • to hold you beyond your release date,
• to have them notify ICE of your release date,
• or to have them transfer you to immigration custody,
they must give you and your attorney or a person you trust (“designee”) a copy of that request and tell you whether they will comply with that request or not. If they do not give you a copy, make sure to ask the jail staff for a copy of these documents.

If you believe that your rights
were violated under SB 54,
please write to:

Jails Project
ACLU SoCal
Attn: SB54
1313 W 8th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90017
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If the prison receives a request
from ICE
•to hold you beyond your release date,
•to have the prison notify ICE of your release date,
•or to have the prison transfer you to immigration
custody,
they must give you and your attorney or a
person you trust (“designee”) a copy of that
request and tell you whether they will comply
with that request or not. If they do not give
you a copy, make sure to ask the prison staff
for a copy of these documents.

If you believe that your rights were violated under SB 54, please write to:

Jails Project / ACLU SoCal
Attn: SB54
1313 W 8th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90017

HOW THE CALIFORNIA VALUES ACT APPLIES IN PRISONS
On January 1, 2018, the California Values Act,
also known as SB 54, went into effect, limiting
the cooperation between local law enforcement
and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
and providing noncitizens with protections when
it comes to immigration enforcement.
Restrict your access to
educational or rehabilitative programming or
a credit-earning opportunity simply due to
your immigration status
Take into account your immigration
status when determining your custodial
classification level.
Yes, but only if the prison has received
your written consent. The prison must
first give you a consent form to read and
sign indicating whether you decline or
consent to the interview before making you
available for questioning by ICE. This form
must be available in a number of languages.*
ICE conducts these interviews to collect
information that may be used against you in
your deportation case. You have the right to
decline these interviews.
*including Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, and Korean.

What are my options if an ICE agent wants to
interview me?
You can indicate one of the following on the
consent form:
“No, I do not want to be interviewed”
“Yes, I will do the interview with my
attorney present”
“Yes, I will do the interview alone”
If you were interviewed by an ICE agent:
Without ever getting a consent form
After indicating “No” to an interview on the
consent form After saying you wanted your lawyer present but your lawyer was not called
After having received a consent form in
English when your preferred language is
another language, or
After being pressured or threatened by local
law enforcement to agree to the interview
Please write us at the address below
describing exactly what happened.

What is the California Values Act?
State prison officials
CANNOT:

Can an ICE agent
interview me while
I’m in state prison?
FAQ: SB 54
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AGENDA REPORT
POLICE DEPARTMENT 910 FIRST STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1250 WWW.SFCITY.ORG REVIEW: ☒ Finance Director ☐ Deputy City Manager ☒ City Manager To: Mayor Mary Mendoza and Councilmembers
From: Nick Kimball, City Manager
By: Fabian Valdez, Police Chief
Erika Ramirez, Director of Community Development
Walter Dominguez, Acting Commander
Kenya Marquez, Housing Coordinator

Date: February 3, 2025
Subject: Receive and File an Update on Community Engagement Efforts Related to Encampment Enforcement and Street Outreach Services
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council receive and file an update on the community engagement efforts related to encampment enforcement and street outreach services.

BACKGROUND:

1. On September 4, 2018, the Martin v. City of Boise decision was issued by the 9th Circuit Court.

The Court’s decision required that governmental entities provide adequate shelter alternatives and support services prior to enforcing ordinances that would remove unhoused people and encampments from public spaces.

2. On September 6, 2022, the City Council adopted the Homeless Action Plan, which, among other actions, sets three (3) priorities to: 1) Develop the City’s Capacity to Better Prevent and End Homelessness, 2) Support the Service Needs of People Experiencing Unsheltered Homelessness, and 3) Focus on Root Causes to Prevent Homelessness.

3. On April 17, 2023, the City Council approved a Professional Services Agreement with North Valley Caring Services (Contract No. 2148) to provide street outreach for individuals experiencing homelessness, which includes providing information, support and referrals for emergency shelters, transitional housing, permanent supportive rehousing, and rapid rehousing programs.

4. On October 18, 2023, the City held a Town Hall discussion on Homelessness. During the Town Hall, staff provided updates on the progress of the Homelessness Action Plan, introduced the street outreach team, and explained the role of law enforcement in the City's homelessness response. The Town Hall also featured presentations on Los Angeles County initiatives and dedicated time for residents to ask questions and share feedback.

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5. On November 6, 2023, the City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Home Again Los Angeles (Contract No. 2208) to provide homeless prevention programs, housing programs, and one-on-one case management for San Fernando residents to meet their housing goals.

6. On May 1, 2024, the City entered into an agreement with Community Bridge Housing Corporation (Contract No. 2221) to provide people experiencing homelessness temporary housing, meeting the adequate shelter requirements of the Martin v. City of Boise decision.

7. On June 28, 2024, the United State Supreme Court published an opinion, City of Grants Pass v. Johnson, acknowledging that the causes of homelessness are complex and varied. The Court also affirmed that cities should have the authority to use a range of tools to address its challenges, including the ability to enforce criminal penalties when other, less punitive efforts have failed.

8. On July 15, 2024, the City Council approved Ordinance No. 1726 approving an amendment to the San Fernando Municipal Code, adding Article VII of Chapter 74 to Prohibit Encampments and Storage of Personal Property in Public Places within the City limits.

9. At the City Council meeting on September 3, 2024, the City Council requested a report on the methods and outreach strategies the Police Department will employ to inform residents and business owners about the City’s new encampment ordinance and how to report homeless encampments to the Police Department. Additionally, the City Council requested information from the Police Department regarding the Trespass Arrest Authorization Letter of Agency pilot program.

10. On October 21, 2024, the City Council approved Professional Service Agreements with North Valley Caring Services (Contract No. 2299) and Home Again Los Angeles (Contract No. 2300) for homeless and street outreach services through November 4, 2025.

ANALYSIS:

Addressing homelessness has been one (1) of the top goals of the City Council in recent years.

Through the Homeless Action Plan, the City has prioritized providing supportive services to individuals experiencing homelessness with a focus on placing those individuals in adequate housing. A critical component of making the Homeless Action Plan successful is community engagement to ensure community members are informed about the available resources to address homelessness-related concerns and accessing street outreach services. Through public outreach efforts, educational material, and partnerships with local organizations, the City is committed to creating a more informed and supportive community dedicated to addressing homelessness.

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Using the City’s Community Engagement Framework (Attachment “A”), the Police and Community Development Departments are proposing to implement various methods to inform residents and businesses owners about the City’s efforts and how they can collaborate to be a part of the solution. This includes creating options on the MySanFernando App to report homeless encampments and accessing outreach services to ensure a streamlined and effective response (collaborate), creating a post card and a mailer(inform), and updating the City’s website (inform), among other efforts described in more detail below. Through the use of multiple communication methods, the City aims to provide residents and business owners with clear, accessible channels for reporting encampments and related concerns while also connecting individuals experiencing homelessness with appropriate support services.

Anti-Encampment Notification Program.

To inform community members about the available resources to address homeless encampments, outreach services, and newly enacted encampment ordinance, the City will provide direct mailers, including an informational flyer in water utility bills(Attachment “B”), City Manager’s Newsletter, social media, and Frequently Asked Questions (Attachment “E”) on the City’s Homeless Services webpage. The City will collaborate with the community through the MySanFernando App and community meetings (primarily Neighborhood Watch, Business Watch, and Community Academy).

An informational postcard has been drafted (Attachment “B”) to notify residents of the City’s updated anti-encampment ordinance. The postcard provides details on accessing information about the ordinance online, reporting encampments, and best methods for contacting City staff.

To ensure broad distribution, staff proposes including the postcard with all water utility bills in March/April as well as having it available at all public counters and at City informational booths at various events.

Trespass Arrest Authorization Letter of Agency Pilot Program.

To address criminal activity related to encampments, such as trespassing on private commercial property, the Police Department has implemented a Trespass Arrest Authorization Letter of Agency pilot program. The Letter of Agency (Attachment “C”) is intended to be a focused approach to address reoccurring trespassing issues associated with known encampments or suspected criminal activity by individuals. Guidelines are in place to assist business or residential property owners in successfully prosecuting trespassers (see attachment “D”). This pilot initiative is currently implemented within the Department, enabling businesses and property owners to grant the Department the authority to act on their behalf in cases of trespassing.

Property owners, or their authorized agents, are able to request a Letter of Agency from the Police Department. If the Police Department has received and recorded four (4) calls of service in the Department’s CAD system with an issued incident number for trespassing within a 12-month period on the property, a Letter of Agency may be requested by the property owner.

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“No Trespassing” signs must be prominently displayed on the premises, and if vacant, the property must be secured.

This pilot program allows property owners or authorized representatives to grant the Police Department enforcement authority when individuals are routinely trespassing on their property.

Community members or their authorized agents can visit the Police Department during regular business hours (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) and speak with the Records Bureau to obtain a Letter of Agency. Once approved, officers responding to trespassing incidents will verify the authorization letter and make an effort to connect individuals with outreach services and provide alternative housing resources, whenever possible, then take appropriate enforcement actions, including warnings, citations, or arrests.

Accessing Street Outreach Services.

Community members can request street outreach services through the following methods, which is also provided in a postcard (Attachment “F”):
• Outreach Line: (818) 898-1210
• Email [email protected]
• MySanFernando App: Submit requests with location details and optional photographs.

Requests for outreach services are monitored by staff and forwarded to North Valley Caring Services (NVCS), the City’s street outreach partner. Response times are within 24 hours on weekdays and 72 hours on weekends. When submitting a request, community members are encouraged to provide details about the location and include photographs of the person in need of outreach services. In cases involving trespassing, harassment, or illegal activity, community members should contact the San Fernando Police Department through its emergency or nonemergency numbers for immediate attention.

The NVCS outreach team actively supports unhoused individuals by distributing food, hygiene items, and other basic needs, along with a comprehensive pamphlet of resources, which includes:
• Locations for food pantries, showers, and laundry services. • Contact information for legal aid, dental, medical, and counseling services. • Guidance on accessing government benefits and employment assistance. • Resources for substance abuse recovery and youth services. • Hotline numbers for immediate assistance.

In addition to distributing resources, the outreach team helps connect individuals with relevant services based on their specific needs, supporting efforts to address homelessness in the City.

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The City’s efforts combine community engagement, enforcement programs, and outreach services to support residents, businesses, and individuals experiencing homelessness. As part of these efforts, the City will coordinate the distribution of postcards addressing the anti-encampment ordinance and street outreach services to ensure the community is informed about available resources. Through collaboration and clear communication, these initiatives aim to foster a safer and more connected community.

BUDGET IMPACT:

For both encampment enforcement and street outreach efforts, there are no additional budget impacts to the current fiscal year. A single acquisition of 20,000 double sided full color 4” X 6” postcards and 5,400 mailers is approximately $1,150. These materials will serve to inform the community about the encampment ordinance. The funding for the postcards and mailers will be sourced from the current Police Department’s supply budget (Account #001-222-0000-4300).

Outreach services postcards totaling $544 have been already been purchased, printed and in distribution (Accounts #001-155-0000-4300 & 028-155-0000-4300).

CONCLUSION:

It is recommended that the City Council receive and file an update on the community engagement efforts related to encampment enforcement and street outreach services.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Community Engagement Framework Worksheet
B. Anti-Camping Ordinance Postcard/Mailer
C. San Fernando Police Department Trespass Arrest Authorization Letter of Agency D. Guidelines for Letter of Agency
E. Addressing Homelessness: FAQs on San Fernando’s Encampment Ordinance F. Street Outreach Postcard
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Community Engagement Plan Worksheet
Project Title: Homelessness Action Plan Implementation
Project Partners: Community Development Dept., SF Police Dept., Business & Community Resource Center, North Valley Caring Services, Home Again Los Angeles Purpose (Select all that apply):
☒
☐
☒
☐
Target Audience:

Unhoused individuals, residents, businesses, non-profit organizations, government agencies (County).

Engagement Methods (Select all that apply):
☐ Advisory Committee
☐ Canvassing Door to Door
☒ Community Meeting
☐ Constant Contact/Text Notice
☐ Direct Email Correspondence
☐ Individual Meetings with Community Leaders
Other:
[List other engagement methods or add more detail on engagement here] Hosted Town Hall discussion on Homelessness, water bill inserts, presented at Business and Neighborhood Watch, and Community Academy’s.

Inform - The goal is to provide clarity to residents on a problem, alternatives, opportunities, and/or solutions
Collaborate - The goal is to work directly with the public in order to identify issues, create solutions, and develop future strategies for success
Consult - The goal is to receive feedback from the public to help inform the City on a decision regarding a policy, project, or program
Shared Leadership - The goal is to delegate decision-making authority to the public or give them a formal role in making final recommendations
☒ Mailer/Flyer
☐ Media/Interviews
☒ Newsletter
☐ Online or In-Person Presentation
☒ Social Media (Instagram, Facebook, X,
etc.)
ATTACHMENT "A"
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Overcoming Barriers
Potential Barriers (Select all that apply):
� Language (community members with limited English-speaking ability) ☐ Complex/Technical Communications
☐ Access to Transportation
☐ Timing of Event (events or sessions held during regular work hours) � Digital Divide/Lack of Access to the Internet or the City’s Online Platforms ☐ Need for Child or Elder Care
� Potential Distrust in Government
How the identified barriers will be addressed:
• Language: Created bilingual flyers, had translation at community meetings • Digital Divide: Established phone line for outreach calls, held in-person meetings • Potential Distrust in Gov’t: Community meetings with Q&A sessions, establishing partnerships with non-profits, implementing pilot programs, providing updates on implementation of plan.

Anticipated Timeline
[Add start and end date for outreach effort and include any major deadlines here] • 2022-2027: Implementation of Homelessness Action Plan • October 2023: Town Hall discussion on Homelessness
• March/April 2025: Mail out water bill inserts
• Monthly: Community Watch Meetings
Estimated Cost
[Provide estimated cost, with breakdown of expenses, if applicable] • Flyer printing: $500
• Interpretation at Town Hall: $375
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To report an encampment in San Fernando, call: To report an encampment in San Fernando, call:

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ATTACHMENT “C”
Updated 2/24

SAN FERNANDO

POLICE DEPARTMENT
Trespass Arrest Authorization
As required by State law, the San Fernando Police Department accepts only Notarized Trespass Arrest Authorizations. Please complete the form below for each unique address for which you are submitting an authorization. After the form has been completed, it MUST be signed in the presence of a notary and mailed or personally delivered to the San Fernando Police Department at 910 First Street, San Fernando CA. The original must be delivered to the San Fernando Police Department.

Person Authorizing Arrest
First Name: __________________________ Last Name: _________________________________ Email: ___________________________________________
Contact Phone 1: ________________________ __ Cell __ Home __ Work Contact Phone 2: ________________________ __ Cell __ Home __ Work Location of Authorization (in the City of San Fernando) Street Number: ________________ Street Name: _________________________________________ Business or Property Name: __________________________________________________ Property Type: __ Business __ Residence __ Vacant Lot
Property Status: __ Closed to the public. Use this option for vacant or abandoned property. __ Not open to the general public. Use this option for private property such as a residence, carport, apartment building.
__ Not open to the general public during specific hours. Use this option for business/commercial property which is open to the public but closed during specific hours.

Effective Date: __________ Expiration Date: ___________ (up to 12 months after effective date) Confirmation. In accordance with Penal Code section 602(o), I, the undersigned, am the owner, the owner’s agent, or the person in lawful possession of the above referenced property, and I hereby authorize any peace officer of the San Fernando Police Department to request any unauthorized person to leave the property at any time the property is not open to the general public, and to arrest any person who refuses or fails to do so. This authorization does not apply to persons engaged in lawful labor union activities or who are on the premises at the request of a resident or management. I understand that this authorization is in effect during my absence from the premises. If I am present when the trespass occurs it is my responsibility to notify the San Fernando Police Department. I acknowledge and agree that this request for a peace officer’s assistance shall expire immediately upon transfer of ownership of the property or upon a change in the person in lawful possession.

I, or my agent, will cooperate in the prosecution of anyone arrested for these offenses. I understand that this letter is valid for a maximum period of 12 months, and I must renew the letter at the appropriate time if the need still exists.

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ATTACHMENT “C”
Updated 2/24
MUST BE SIGNED IN THE PRESENCE OF A NOTARY PUBLIC:
[ ] I agree. Signature: _____________________________________

ACKNOWLEDGMENT
State of California
County of _______________________________
On _____________________________, before me, _____________________________________ (insert name and title of the officer)
personally appeared __________________________________________________________________, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument.

I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Signature______________________________ (Seal)
A notary public or other officer completing this
certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate
is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or
validity of that document.

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ATTACHMENT “D”

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Guidelines for Letter of Agency
Dear City of San Fernando Business or Residential Property Owners:

These guidelines have been developed to assist property owners in managing unauthorized access to their property and to facilitate the legal process for addressing reoccurring trespassing issues involving known encampments or unauthorized access by individual. Under Section 602(o) of the California Penal Code, a Letter of Agency may be utilized for commercial and private properties.

Properties that qualify to use a Letter of Agency:

1. Properties which the San Fernando Police Department has received and documented four “calls for service” regarding trespassing within a 12 month period.

2. Documented evidence of trespassing violation may include, but are not limited to, citations, arrests, crime reports, incident reports, visual observations and verification by a law enforcement officer.

3. Evidence of trespassing must establish that a trespass had occurred or is currently occurring on the property of agency.

4. Undeveloped land or vacant commercial properties that are closed to the general public at all times.

5. Commercial properties that are closed during designated hours.

6. Vacant residential properties, limited to secured single-family residences.

7. Private residential communities, including Homeowner’s Associations, condominiums, and apartment complexes, that are not open to the general public.

8. A recorded nuisance property that considerably affects the quality of life in the surrounding neighborhood.

9. The Letter of Agency does not provide for or imply that additional or increased patrol from the San Fernando Police Department will occur for the property listed in the Letter of Agency.

10. A Letter of Agency does not automatically result in an individual’s arrest. The Officer will assess the legal circumstances and the totality of the circumstances to determine the appropriate enforcement action.

11. The property owner or agent remains responsible for reporting trespassing violations or incidents to the San Fernando Police Department.

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ATTACHMENT “D”

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Property Owners Responsibilities:

1. Provide an updated Letter of Agency that is clearly legible, signed, and on file with the San Fernando Police Department. The Letter of Agency must be renewed every 12 months.

2. The property must have proper posted signs (see page 3) prohibiting trespassing. For businesses, the sign must also indicate the hours during which the business is closed.

3. During regular business hours, the property owner or property agent must sign a private person’s arrest form to authorize the arrest of a trespasser on the property.

In addition to these requirements, the property owner or agent may be required to appear in court if a trespasser is arrested on the property.

A Letter of Agency must be completed and returned in person to the San Fernando Police Department, including photographs of the posted signs meeting stipulated legal requirements.

The letter must be signed by the property owner or an authorized representative in the presence of a Notary Public. For any questions regarding the Letter of Agency requirements, please contact the San Fernando Police Department at (818) 898-1267.
***Guidelines Subject to Change without Prior Notice*** February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 262 of 298
ATTACHMENT “D”

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Letter of Agency Sign Requirements
Below is a guideline to assist property owners with the proper wording, placement, and sizing of “No Trespassing” signs, as well as recommended posting locations.

Recommended Signs Size:

The sign must be at least 8.5” x 11” in size, with legible font visible from the nearest public street.

It should feature at least 1” block letters and be placed in a location that is not easily accessible for damage. It is recommended that signs be placed in a visible location at each driveway and entrance to the property.

Sample Signs:

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ATTACHMENT “E”
Addressing Homelessness: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on San Fernando’s Camping Ordinance (74-282)
The City of San Fernando has taken a balanced approach to addressing homelessness for over three years, prioritizing compassion by providing resources, housing, and support to help those in need find a pathway out of homelessness.

At the same time, enforcing local, state, and federal laws is essential to maintaining a clean and safe community. Since July 15, 2024, the San Fernando Municipal Code has prohibited camping in public spaces, and the City has remained responsive to evolving judicial guidance, including several cases before the United States Supreme Court.

By combining a services-first approach with the enforcement of Ordinance 74-282, when necessary—and ensuring the availability of temporary shelter beds—San Fernando has avoided the large-scale tent cities and encampments that many neighboring jurisdictions are currently facing.

On July 15, 2024, the San Fernando City Council reviewed the City's approach to anti-camping enforcement and approved an update to the Municipal Code. Below is a list of frequently asked questions and answers to clarify the City Council’s actions and outline the path forward.

Frequently Asked Questions
What does the San Fernando Municipal Code define as camping? Sec. 74-280. – Definitions
• “Camp” means to pitch, erect, or occupy camp facilities or encampment or to use camp paraphernalia, or both, for the purpose of, or in a way that facilitates outdoor sheltering for living accommodation purposes or for remaining outdoors overnight. • “Camp facilities” include, but are not limited to, tents, huts, or other temporary shelters. • “Camp paraphernalia” means personal property used to facilitate occupancy of an area and includes, but is not limited to, tarpaulins, cots, beds, sleeping bags, hammocks or non-City designated cooking facilities, blankets, sheets, pillows, luggage, backpacks, cookware, cooking equipment, kitchen utilities, and similar equipment.
• “Encampment means” one or more temporary, makeshift, or hand-built structures not intended for long-term continuous occupancy, including tents, that are used to shelter one or more persons or their belongings and that are not authorized by the property owner. Encampment includes any camp paraphernalia and personal property associated with or located in or around the structures or tents.

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What is the history of the city’s anti-camping ordinance? On June 28, 2024, the United States Supreme Court published an opinion, City of Grant Pass V. Johnson 72 F. 4th 868 acknowledging that the causes of homelessness are complex and varied. The Court also affirmed that cities should have the authority to use a range of tools to address its challenges, including the ability to enforce criminal penalties when other, less punitive efforts have failed.

What did the San Fernando City Council do on July 15, 2024? As a result of the 2024 Supreme Court ruling in Grant Pass, the City Council approved an ordinance on July 15, 2024 amending the San Fernando Municipal Code. This amendment added Article VII of Chapter 74 to Prohibit Encampments and Storage of Personal Property in public places within the City limits of San Fernando.

Sec. 74-282 – Enforcement.
• Violations of this article may be prosecuted as misdemeanors under article II of chapter 1 or as public nuisances under article III of chapter 1. The enforcement procedures of these articles are in addition to any specific enforcement procedures set forth in this article. Unless otherwise expressly provided, the remedies and penalties provided by this chapter are cumulative to each other, and to the remedies and penalties available under any other provision of this Code and any other laws.

The updated ordinance allows the city to enforce violations as either misdemeanors or public nuisances, offering multiple avenues for legal action. It also permits enforcement under other applicable articles and laws in addition to the specific procedures outlined in this article. The remedies and penalties are cumulative, meaning the city can impose multiple penalties or use different enforcement mechanisms simultaneously to effectively address violations.

Is it illegal to sleep in public spaces?
The Municipal Code’s prohibition against camping requires a determination that an individual is using a public space for the purpose of a "living accommodation." There is no prohibition against simply sleeping in a public place.

How does the updated ordinance change the city’s approach to addressing camping in public spaces? The updated ordinance allows police to consider camp facilities, which may include, but are not limited to, tents, huts, or other temporary shelters, as well as camp paraphernalia and personal property associated with or located in or around these structures. A person may be in violation of the anti-camping ordinance if they have erected or maintained a camp facility in a public space for their own living accommodation. To determine whether this is the case, a police officer will evaluate the totality of the circumstances, including the presence of tents, huts, temporary shelters, or other prohibited items.

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Can the city arrest people for sleeping in cars?
The ruling in the Grants Pass case does not address the issue of sleeping in vehicles.

What other ordinances does the Municipal Code include regarding use of public spaces? • Sec. 74-280. – Definitions
• Sec. 74-281. – Unlawful Encampments on Public Property • Sec. 74-283 – Abatement of Encampments
What is the San Fernando’s Police Department’s approach to enforcing the prohibition of camping in public spaces?
The Supreme Court’s decision in the Grants Pass case reaffirms the authority of local governments to establish and enforce laws regulating behavior within their jurisdictions, including anti-camping ordinances.

The Court emphasized that cities should prioritize offering services and alternatives to individuals camping in public spaces before pursuing criminal enforcement.

The San Fernando Police Department has been committed to enforcing the anti-camping ordinance legally and in accordance with case law and best practices. This means giving warnings and making referrals to shelters and other outreach services prior to issuing citations for camping.

What happens after someone is cited or arrested for violation of the anti-camping ordinance? All misdemeanor citations and arrests are referred to the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office, where a prosecutor independently reviews the case to determine whether to file criminal charges. Charges are based on a thorough review of all available evidence indicating that an individual has established a camp facility for use as a living accommodation. This evidence may include police reports, body camera footage, photographs, and the individual's prior contacts with the San Fernando Police Department for the same offense.

What do I do if I see someone in crisis from drugs, alcohol, or mental health? If you believe someone is experiencing a medical emergency or poses an immediate threat to public safety, call 911.

For non-urgent requests or concerns, call the non-emergency police number at (818) 898-1267 or contact the San Fernando Outreach Line at (818) 898-1210. You can also email [email protected] or request outreach through the "MySanFernando" app via the Homelessness Outreach Tab.

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WEEKDAYS: 24 HOURS
WEEKENDS: 72 HOURS
FOR EMERGENCY SITUATIONS, DIAL 911

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AGENDA REPORT
REVIEW: ☒ Finance Director ☒ Deputy City Manager ☒ City Manager CITY COUNCIL 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1201 WWW.SFCITY.ORG To: Mayor Mary Mendoza and Councilmembers
From: Councilmember Patty Lopez
Date: February 3, 2025
Subject: Consideration to Appoint an Education Commissioner RECOMMENDATION:

I have requested to place on the agenda (Attachment “A”) for the City Council to approve Marcela Rodriguez (Exhibit “A” to Attachment “A”) be appointed as my representative to the Education Commission.

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:

1. Pursuant to the City’s Code (Attachment “B”), each Councilmember may appoint one (1) Commissioner to each Commission (i.e., Planning and Preservation Commission; Parks, Wellness, and Recreation Commission; Transportation and Public Safety Commission; and Education Commission), with such appointment to be ratified by the full City Council. For appointment consideration, interested residents must submit an application to the nominating City Councilmember, at which time the proposed appointment considered by the City Council to approve and ratify.

2. On December 9, 2024, Councilmember Patty Lopez was sworn in to the City of San Fernando City Council to serve the full four-year term as a Member of the City Council.

3. On December 23, 2024, the City Clerk posted an Unscheduled Vacancy Notice (Attachment “C”), pursuant to Government Code Section 54974 that states: “Final appointment to the board commission or committee shall not be made by the legislative body for at least 10 working days after the posting of the notice in the clerk’s office.”

4. On January 16, 2025, Marcela Rodriguez submitted an application (Exhibit “A” to Attachment “A”) seeking consideration as my representative to be appointed to the Education Commission to fill the unscheduled vacancy.

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Consideration to Appoint an Education Commissioner

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BUDGET IMPACT:

The City pays each Commissioner $100 for attendance at up to one (1) Commission meeting per month. A total of $1,200 per Commissioner is appropriated in each responsible Department’s budget. Sufficient funds are included in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 adopted Budget.

CONCLUSION:

I recommend that Marcela Rodriguez be appointed as my representative to the Education Commission to fill the Commissioner vacancy.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Request to Agendize an Item for City Council Discussion/Consideration Exhibit “A”: Commissioner Application
B. City Code Pertaining to Each Commission
C. Unscheduled Vacancy Notice
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City Council | 117 Macneil Street | San Fernando, CA 91340 | (818) 898-1201 | Form # CC-003.1 (07/2017) | Page 1 of 1

REQUEST TO AGENDIZE AN ITEM FOR CITY COUNCIL

DISCUSSION/CONSIDERATION

CITY COUNCILMEMBER INFORMATION

NAME TITLE

ITEM INFORMATION
SUBJECT Title of the item you are requesting to be agendized.

PRIORITIES
Is this included in the current FY priorities?
Yes No
BUDGET
Is this a budgeted item?
Yes No

FISCAL IMPACT
Is there a fiscal impact? If yes, indicate amount.
Yes No $
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS Provide the reason you are requesting this item be agendized.

ATTACHMENTS Do you have any attachments to include?
Yes No
RECOMMENDATION Indicate the direction you are recommending.

Patty Lopez Councilmember

EDUCATION COMMISSION
✔ ✔ ✔
Recommend appointing Marcela Rodriguez to the Education Commission.

I would appreciate having your support for this nomination. ✔
ATTACHMENT "A"
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DO YOU OWN OR OPERATE A BUSINESS IN SAN FERNANDO? If yes, please state the name, nature of the business, and business license number □ YES 0 NO

MEMBER COMMITMENT
I am willing to fulfill all requirements of a City Commissioner, including but not limited to:
● I am over the age of 18 years old and am a resident of the City of San Fernando, California. ● As a City Commissioner, I am willing to file financial disclosure statements (Form 700), a public record, as required by the State and the City's Conflict of Interest Code, if applicable. ● I understand that absence from three consecutive regular meetings shall be deemed to constitute my retirement.
● I am willing to attend/complete the required two hours of State mandated AB1234 Ethics Training every two years.

I agree to all requirements mentioned above and have provided all correct and truthful information in this application.

APPLICANT SIGNATURE DATE
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I COMMISSION APPLICATION CHOICE(S) Please indicace which Commission you are interested in 0^EDUCAT!ON COMMISSION
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□ PLANNING AND PRESERVATION COMMISSION
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1. Richard Gallegos, would like to extend my gratitude to Mrs. Marcela Roansuez lor n? out standine community service and narticination in the community ot Pacoima. aave nersonailv known Mrs. Rodriguez for more than fourteen years. In the years of knowing Mrs. Rodriguez, she has been involved in numerous projects and committees such as neiehborhood clean-uns. athletic youth programs, parade and school donations, helping the less fortunate with food, clothing and money, volunteering in school programs, and making positive changes for a safer community. She has received numerous certificates, and awards, from various politicians for her service and dedication to the community. Mrs. Rodriguez is an advocate for the Los Angeles Unified School District, for a better education. She has fought for justice, not only in the commumty, but also in the school system bv addressing important issues in front of the school board. She is always ready and willing to help anyone in need. Mrs. Rodriguez has built a relationship with the L.A.P.D Foothill and Mission Division and is very well liked and respected among them.

Mrs. Rodriguez is a hard working person, with great character and high expectations, she is humble, loyal and trustworthy. Not only is she a good mother but a pillar and a great asset in the community and our schools. Anyone should consider himself or herself lucky to have her in their team.

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THE WHITE HOUSE

WASHINGTON
Congratulations on receiving the President’s Volunteer Service Award, and thank you for helping to address the most pressing needs in your community and our country.

In my Inaugural Address, I stated that we need a new era of responsibility—a recognition on the part of every American that we have duties to ourselves, our Nation, and the world. These are duties that we do not grudgingly accept, but rather seize gladly, firm in the knowledge that there is nothing so satisfying to the spirit than giving our all to a difficult task. Your volunteer service demonstrates the kind of commitment to your community that moves America a step closer to its great promise.

Our Nation faces the most challenging economic crisis in a lifetime. We will only renew America if we all work together. Individuals, the private sector, and government must combine efforts to make real and lasting change so that each person has the opportunity to fulfill his or her potential.

While government can open more opportunities for us to serve our communities, it is up to each of us to seize those opportunities. Thank you for your devotion to service and for doing all you can to shape a better tomorrow for our great Nation.

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Chapter 2 - ADMINISTRATION
ARTICLE V. - BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES, AGENCIES AND AUTHORITIES DIVISION 8. EDUCATION COMMISSION
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DIVISION 8. EDUCATION COMMISSION
Sec. 2-614. Created; composition; appointment; qualifications. (a) There is established an education commission in and for the city. (b) The education commission shall consist of five members. (c) Each member shall be appointed in accordance with section 2-34 of this Code. (d) Each member shall, at all times during their incumbencies, be a resident and registered voter of the city. (Ord. No. 1605, § 1, 5-16-2011)
Sec. 2-615. Officers; compensation.
(a) The members of the education commission shall annually in June elect one of its number as chair and one of its number as vice-chair, each to serve for a one-year term or until a successor is elected. The city clerk shall serve as secretary to the education commission. In the absence of the chair, the vice-chair, and/or the secretary, any other member shall call the meeting to order, whereupon a chair and/or a secretary shall be elected from the members present to preside for that meeting. (b) The city council shall fix the amount of compensation, if any, to be paid to the members of the education commission.
(Ord. No. 1605, § 1, 5-16-2011)
Sec. 2-616. Meetings; quorum.
(a) The members of the education commission shall meet at least once a quarter at such time and place as it may fix by resolution. Special meetings may be called at any time by the chair of the commission or four members thereof by written notice served upon each member of the commission at least 48 hours before the time for the proposed meeting. Proper posting and Brown Act procedures will be followed. (b) Three members of the education commission shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business, but a lesser number may adjourn from time to time for want of a quorum until a quorum can be obtained. (Ord. No. 1605, § 1, 5-16-2011)
Sec. 2-617. Absence from meetings.
(a) Absence from three consecutive regular meetings of the education commission by a member with or without consent of the commission shall be deemed to constitute a retirement of such member, and his office shall become vacant. The vacancy thus created shall thereafter be filled by a successor to fill the unexpired term of office pursuant to section 2-35 of this Code.
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month period by a member with the consent of the commission shall be deemed to constitute a retirement of such member, and his office shall become vacant. The vacancy thus created shall thereafter be filled by a successor to fill the unexpired term of office pursuant to section 2-35 of this Code. (c) Any member whose absences from regular meetings of the commission are deemed to constitute a retirement of such member under this section shall have the right to appeal the deemed retirement. The city council may overturn the deemed retirement if it determines that the absences of the member were the result of unusual circumstances.
(Ord. No. 1605, § 1, 5-16-2011)
Sec. 2-618. Powers and duties; rules and regulations; reports and records. (a) The powers and duties of the education commission shall be as follows:
(1) Establish and act as a liaison between the city and local school administrations, the city's school board representative for the Los Angeles Unified School District and representatives from other public and private schools operated in the city.
(2) Initiate studies, investigations, surveys and make recommendations to the city council regarding local K-12 education and local higher learning, educational grant and educational scholarship opportunities. (3) Coordinate with the city police chief on the implementation of the School Resource Officer Program in local Los Angeles Unified School District schools and the deployment of a school resource officer at those schools.
(b) Subject to the approval of the city council, the education commission may make and alter such rules and regulations for its organization and procedure as are consistent with this chapter, other city ordinances and state law.
(c) The education commission shall keep an accurate record of all its proceedings and activities and shall render annually, on a calendar basis, a full report of the commission's activities and recommendations to city council.
(Ord. No. 1605, § 1, 5-16-2011)
Sec. 2-619. Incurring financial liability.

Neither the education commission nor any person connected with the commission shall incur any financial liability in the name of the city.
(Ord. No. 1605, § 1, 5-16-2011)
Sec. 2-620. Reserved.

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CITY COUNCIL
MAYOR

MARY MENDOZA

VICE MAYOR

MARY SOLORIO

COUNCILMEMBER

JOEL FAJARDO

COUNCILMEMBER

VICTORIA GARCIA

COUNCILMEMBER

PATTY LOPEZ

CITY CLERK

DEPARTMENT
117 MACNEIL STREET

SAN FERNANDO

CALIFORNIA
91340
(818) 898-1204
WWW.SFCITY.ORG

UNSCHEDULED VACANCY NOTICE
City of San Fernando
Education Commission
The San Fernando City Council is now accepting applications for appointment to the San Fernando Education Commission (“Commission”) to fill one (1) unscheduled vacancy for the term of office from the date of appointment through December 2025 and shall continue in the position until replaced by the appointing City Councilmember or until the member resigns.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and reside within the City jurisdiction. It is encouraged that applicants be involved or employed in the field of Education and culture or related subjects. Commissioners receive a monthly meeting attendance stipend of $100.00.

The Education Commission consists of five (5) Commission members. During the Commission’s annual reorganization, Commissioners must choose members to serve as Chair and as Vice Chair; and the terms of office shall be for one (1) year or until successors are chosen.

Monthly Meetings are held on the last Tuesday, beginning at 4:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, at 117 Macneil Street, San Fernando, California 91340.

Applications will be accepted from December 23, 2024, until the vacancy is filled.

For additional information, please contact Julia Fritz, City Clerk at (818) 898-1204 or via email at [email protected].

Dated this 23rd day of December, 2024
City of San Fernando, California
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Julia Fritz, CMC
City Clerk
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AGENDA REPORT
REVIEW: ☒ Finance Director ☒ Deputy City Manager ☒ City Manager CITY COUNCIL 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1201 WWW.SFCITY.ORG To: Mayor Mary Mendoza and Councilmembers
From: Councilmember Victoria Garcia
Date: February 3, 2025
Subject: Discussion and Consideration to Update Veterans’ Credit in Personnel Rules RECOMMENDATION:

I have placed this on the agenda (Attachment “A”) for City Council discussion to provide staff with direction.

BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS:

1. On January 14, 2025, Attachment “A” was submitted to request to agendize this item for the January 21, 2025, City Council Meeting.

2. On January 21, 2025, Councilmember Garcia tabled this item to the February 3, 2025 City Council meeting.

BUDGET IMPACT:

There is no impact to the budget by discussing this item. Additional future costs to be determined based on City Council direction.

ATTACHMENTS:

REQUEST TO AGENDIZE AN ITEM FOR CITY COUNCIL

DISCUSSION/CONSIDERATION

CITY COUNCILMEMBER INFORMATION

NAME TITLE

ITEM INFORMATION
SUBJECT Title of the item you are requesting to be agendized.

PRIORITIES
Is this included in the current FY priorities?
Yes No
BUDGET
Is this a budgeted item?
Yes No

FISCAL IMPACT
Is there a fiscal impact? If yes, indicate amount.
Yes No $
BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS Provide the reason you are requesting this item be agendized.

ATTACHMENTS Do you have any attachments to include?
Yes No
RECOMMENDATION Indicate the direction you are recommending.

Victoria Garcia Councilmember
Update to Veterans' Credit in Personnel Rules
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Our Personnel Rules currently limit the veterans’ credit to only those who have served in World War I (1917-1918) through the Vietnam War (1964-1973). The exact language reads:
"SECTION 9 - VETERANS' CREDIT: In the examinations, other than promotional examinations, to establish eligibility lists for appointment to positions of employment in the classified service, excluding all department head positions, veterans with ninety (90) days or more of service during the period of World War 1, from April 6, 1917 through November 11, 1918; during the period of Work War I I, from December 7, 1941 through August 14, 1945; during the period of the Korean War. from June 27, 1950 through January 31, 1955; and during the period of the Vietnam War, from January 1, 1964 through August 15, 1973, who become eligible for certification from eligible list by obtaining the passing mark established for the examination shall be allowed an additional credit of five (5) points, provided that disabled veterans shall be allowed a credit of ten (10) points which shall be added to the percentages attained in such examinations by such veterans, and they shall be placed on eligible lists and be eligible for appointment in the order on the basis of the percentages attained by them in examinations after such credit of five points, or ten points in the case of disabled veterans, shall have been added."
This is outdated language that appears to have not been updated in decades. I understand that due to this language, the City does not apply the veterans' credit at all. By simply striking the language that names the wars, this policy will be immediately updated and applicable.

I recommend that the City Council strike the following language from Section 9 - Veterans' Credit of the Personnel Rules:
"during the period of World War I, from April 6, 1917 through November 11, 1918; during the period of World War 11, from December 7, 1941 through August 14, 1945; during the period of the Korean War, from June 27, 1950 through January 31, 1955; and during the period of the Vietnam War, from January 1, 1964 through August 15, 1973,"
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