Staff Contact Nick Kimball, City Manager
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING – 5:00 PM
\REGULAR MEETING – 6:00 PM
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2025
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
117 MACNEIL STREET
SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340
Please visit the City’s YouTube channel to live stream and watch previously recorded City Council meetings, which is also available with Spanish subtitles at: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityOfSanFernando In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, if you require a disability-related modification/accommodation to attend or participate in this meeting, including in-person translation services, or other services please call the City Clerk Department at (818) 898-1204 or email at [email protected] at least 2 business days prior to the meeting.
CALL TO ORDER - SPECIAL MEETING 5:00 P.M. (CLOSED SESSION)
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA (CLOSED SESSION)
PUBLIC STATEMENTS FOR SPECIAL MEETING (CLOSED SESSION)
There will be a three (3) minute limitation for each member of the audience who wishes to make comments relating to City Business. Anyone wishing to speak, please fill out the blue form located at the Council Chambers entrance and submit it to the City Clerk. When addressing the City Council, please speak into the microphone and voluntarily state your name and address.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
A) CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR PURSUANT TO G.C. §54957.6:
Designated City Negotiators: City Manager Nick Kimball
Employees and Employee Bargaining Units:
San Fernando Management Group (SEIU, Local 721)
San Fernando Public Employees’ Association (SEIU, Local 721) San Fernando Police Officers Association
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San Fernando Police Officers Association Police Management Unit San Fernando Police Civilian Association
San Fernando Part-Time Employees’ Bargaining Unit (SEIU, Local 721) All Unrepresented Employees
B) CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(D)(1) – CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION:
Case Name: Alexander Garcia vs City of San Fernando
Case Number: 22STCV15175
RECONVENE FROM SPECIAL MEETING AND REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
REGULAR MEETING - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION OPTIONS
WATCH THE MEETING
Live stream with audio and video, via YouTube, at: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityOfSanFernando
SUBMIT PUBLIC COMMENT IN PERSON
Members of the public may provide comments in person in the City Council Chambers during the Public Comments section of the Agenda by submitting a comment card to the City Clerk.
SUBMIT PUBLIC COMMENT VIA EMAIL
Members of the public may submit comments by email to [email protected] no later than 12:00 p.m. the day of the meeting, to ensure distribution to the City Council prior to consideration of the agenda. Comments received via email will be distributed to the City Council and made part of the official public record of the meeting.
CALL-IN TO PROVIDE PUBLIC COMMENT LIVE DURING THE MEETING Members of the public may call-in between 6:00 p.m. and 6:15 p.m. Comments will be heard in the order received, and limited to three minutes. If necessary, the call-in period may be extended by the Mayor. Note: This is audio only and no video.
Call-in Telephone Number: (669) 900-6833
Meeting ID: 833 6022 0211
Passcode: 924965
When connecting to the Zoom meeting to speak, you will be placed in a virtual “waiting area,” with your audio disabled, until it is your turn to speak and limited to three minutes.
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CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING 6:00 P.M. (OPEN SESSION)
ROLL CALL
TELECONFERENCING REQUESTS/DISCLOSURE
Recommend consideration of requests received for remote teleconference meeting participation made by members of the City’s legislative bodies, as permitted under the provisions of Assembly Bill (AB) 2449, Government Code Section 54953, and the City of San Fernando adopted Resolution No. 8215, effective March 1, 2023.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by City Clerk Julia Fritz
APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Recommend that the City Council approve the agenda as presented and move that all ordinances presented tonight be read in title only as authorized under Government Code Section 36934.
PRESENTATIONS
A. PRESENTATION ON CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 36 BY LOS ANGELES COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY NATHAN J. HOCHMAN
B. RECOGNITION TO LOS ANGELES MISSION COLLEGE CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF SERVICE C. PRESENTATION OF A CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION TO EL BANDOLERO MEAT MARKET IN
RECOGNITION OF THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE CITY
D. PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION TO DON CARLITOS RESTAURANT IN
RECOGNITION OF THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE CITY
E. PRESENTATION OF A CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION TO QUE RICOS TACOS IN RECOGNITION
OF THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE CITY
DECORUM AND ORDER
The City Council, elected by the public, must be free to discuss issues confronting the City in an orderly environment. Members of the public attending City Council meetings shall observe the same rules of order and decorum applicable to the City Council (SF Procedural Manual). Any person making February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 3 of 298
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impertinent derogatory or slanderous remarks or who becomes boisterous while addressing the City Council or while attending the City Council meeting, may be removed from the room if the Presiding Officer so directs the sergeant-at-arms and such person may be barred from further audience before the City Council.
PUBLIC STATEMENTS
Members of the public may provide comments in person in the City Council Chambers during the Public Comments section of the Agenda by submitting a comment card to the City Clerk.
Members of the public may submit comments by email to [email protected] no later than 12:00 p.m. the day of the meeting to ensure distribution to the City Council and made part of the official public record of the meeting.
Members of the public may provide a live public comment by calling in between 6:00 p.m. and 6:15 p.m. CALL-IN INFORMATION: Telephone Number: (669) 900-6833; Meeting ID: 833 6022 0211; Passcode: 924965
CONSENT CALENDAR
Items on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and may be disposed of by a single motion to adopt staff recommendation. If the City Council wishes to discuss any item, it should first be removed from the Consent Calendar.
1) CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES:
a. February 2, 2009 – Regular Meeting
b. December 10, 2010 – Regular Meeting
c. December 2, 2024 – Regular Meeting
2) CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE WARRANT REGISTER Recommend that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 25-021 approving the Warrant Register. 3) RECEIVE AND FILE STATUS UPDATES FOR ENHANCEMENTS, PROJECTS, AND CITY COUNCIL
PRIORITIES
Recommend that the City Council receive and file the status report for FY 2024-2025 Enhancements, Capital Projects, and City Council Priorities, and provide direction, as appropriate.
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4) CONSIDERATION TO AUTHORIZE SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE NATIONAL
ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS TO SUPPORT THE MARIACHI MASTER APPRENTICE PROGRAM Recommend that the City Council authorize the preparation and submittal of a grant application to the National Endowment for the Arts in the amount of $57,000 to support the Mariachi Master Apprentice Program.
5) CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE THE 2025 LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM AND LEGISLATIVE
APPROPRIATION REQUESTS
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Review and approve the 2025 Legislative Platform;
b. Review and approve the 2025 Legislative Appropriation Requests; and c. Authorize the City Manager to take certain related actions as provided Legislative Advocacy Policy and submit appropriation requests on behalf of the City. 6) 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 Recommend that the City Council:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 8362 approving the job specifications for Director of Administrative Services, Human Resources & Risk Manager, Human Resources Technician, and Human Resources Assistant;
b. Adopt Resolution No. 8363 amending the Fiscal Year 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.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
7) 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
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Recommend that the City Council:
a. Adopt Ordinance No. 1728 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 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.
8) 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”
Recommend 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, the “California Values Act”.
9) RECEIVE AND FILE AN UPDATE ON COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EFFORTS RELATED TO
ENCAMPMENT ENFORCEMENT AND STREET OUTREACH SERVICES
Recommend that the City Council receive and file an update on the community engagement efforts related to encampment enforcement and street outreach services. 10) CONSIDERATION TO APPOINT AN EDUCATION COMMISSIONER
This item was agendized by Councilmember Patty Lopez.
11) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO UPDATE VETERANS’ CREDIT IN PERSONNEL RULES This item was agendized by Councilmember Victoria Garcia.
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STAFF COMMUNICATION INCLUDING COMMISSION UPDATES
GENERAL CITY COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS AND LIAISON UPDATES
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting will adjourn to its next regular meeting on February 18, 2025.
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing agenda was posted on the City Hall bulletin board not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting.
Dated: _________________ at: ______________
Signed By: _____________________________
Agendas and complete Agenda Packets (including staff reports and exhibits related to each item) are posted on the City’s `Internet website www.sfcity.org. These are also available for public reviewing prior to a meeting in the City Clerk Department. Any public writings distributed by the City Council to at least a majority of the Councilmembers regarding any item on this regular meeting agenda will also be made available at the City Clerk Department at City Hall located at 117 Macneil Street, San Fernando, CA, 91340 during normal business hours. In addition, the City may also post such documents on the City’s website at www.sfcity.org. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, if you require a disability-related modification/accommodation to attend or participate in this meeting, including auxiliary aids or services please call the City Clerk Department at (818) 898-1204 or [email protected] at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.
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PRESENTATIONS
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Honors
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The San Fernando City Council is proud to honor Los Angeles Mission College for half a century of dedication to education, community service, and academic excellence.
From your humble beginnings in San Fernando, where the
first campus laid the foundation for countless dreams, you have grown into a beacon of learning and opportunity. As you celebrate this remarkable milestone, we extend our heartfelt congratulations and look forward to the continued impact you will have on our community and beyond.
CELESTE T. RODRIGUEZ
MAYOR
MARY MENDOZA
VICE MAYOR
JOEL FAJARDO
COUNCILMEMBER
MARY SOLORIO
COUNCILMEMBER
VICTORIA GARCIA
COUNCILMEMBER
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SAN FERNANDO CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
February 2, 2009 – 6:00 P.M.
REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Council Chamber
117 Macneil Street
San Fernando, CA 91340
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor Steven Veres called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m.
Present:
Council: Mayor Steven Veres, Mayor Pro Tem Brenda Esqueda, Councilmembers Ernesto Rubio Hernández and Maribel De La Torre
Staff: City Administrator José E. Pulido, Assistant City Attorney Melissa Crosthwaite, and City Clerk Elena G. Chávez
Absent: Councilmember Nury Martinez (on maternity leave) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Veres
INVOCATION Mayor Veres
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember De La Torre, seconded by Councilmember Hernández, to approve the agenda. By consensus, the motion carried.
PUBLIC STATEMENTS – WRITTEN/ORAL
Lisa Aisenman
Richard Arroyo
Juana Cuiriz
CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Councilmember De La Torre, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez, to approve the Consent Calendar items:
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2) APPROVAL OF WARRANT REGISTER NO. 09-021
3) INVESTMENT POLICY
4) RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY TREASURER AND DEPUTY CITY TREASURER TO
INVEST SURPLUS FUNDS
5) DESTRUCTION OF RECORDS – POLICE DEPARTMENT
6) MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR THE ADMINISTRATION AND COST SHARING OF
THE COORDINATED MONITORING PLAN FOR THE LOS ANGELES RIVERS TRIBUTARIES
METALS TMDL
The motion carried, unanimously.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
7) APPROVAL OF AN ALL WAY STOP AT THE INTERSECTION OF HUNTINGTON AND
FERMOORE STREETS
By consensus, the City Council directed staff to obtain more community input through the Transportation and Safety Commission and return to a future City Council meeting.
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
8) SAN FERNANDO 2008-2014 HOUSING ELEMENT AND ASSOCIATED ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT ASSESSMENT
Mayor Veres opened the public hearing. The staff report was presented to the City Council.
Mayor Veres opened the public comment period.
The following provided general public comments:
Henry Romero
Sharon Aisenman
Leslie Aisenman
Mayor Veres closed public comments.
By consensus, the City Council directed staff to obtain additional community input in order to provide a more detailed analysis on the housing needs in the community. The public hearing was continued to a City Council meeting in April 2009.
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9) SPEED LIMIT ON MACLAY AVENUE
Councilmember Maribel De La Torre presented the staff report.
By consensus, the City Council directed staff to return to a future City Council meeting with a public hearing to amend the San Fernando Municipal Code, changing the speed limit on Maclay Avenue, from Truman to Fourth Street to twenty-five (25) miles per hour.
10) DISCUSSION REGARDING FORECLOSURES IN SAN FERNANDO
Mayor Pro Tem Brenda Esqueda presented the staff report. No action taken.
GENERAL COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember De La Torre had no updates to report.
Councilmember Hernández had no updates to report.
Mayor Pro Tem Esqueda had no updates to report.
Mayor Veres commented on the Committee meetings he attended.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
City staff commented on Assembly Bill 1389 compliance needs and provided proposed dates for the upcoming City Council Budget Study Sessions.
ADJOURNMENT (9:13 P.M.)
By consensus, the meeting was adjourned.
The current sitting members of the City Council approved the minutes as to form only during the meeting of February 3, 2025, and are not validating the accuracy of the minutes since they were not part of the City Council during that time period.
I do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and
correct copy of the minutes of March 2, 2009 regular
meeting as approved by the San Fernando City Council.
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Julia Fritz
City Clerk
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SAN FERNANDO CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
DECEMBER 6, 2010 – 6:00 P.M.
REGULAR MEETING
City Hall Council Chambers
117 Macneil Street
San Fernando, CA 91340
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor Mario F. Hernández called the meeting to order at 6:08 p.m.
Present:
Council: Mayor Mario F. Hernández, Mayor Pro Tem Brenda Esqueda, Councilmembers Ernesto Rubio Hernández (arrived at 6:20 p.m.), Maribel De La Torre and Steven Veres
Staff: Interim City Administrator Al Hernández, City Attorney Michael Estrada, and City Clerk Elena G. Chávez
Absent: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor M. Hernández
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Veres, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Esqueda, to approve the agenda. By consensus, the motion carried.
PUBLIC STATEMENTS – WRITTEN/ORAL
Fred Olivas questioned the use of City funds that were slated for the Senior Center.
The following spoke about concerns with the senior meal program:
Isabel Bustamente
Avilia Montez
Nicholas Garcia
Remelia Avila Ramires
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Lydia Guerrero
Julia Martine
David
Louis
Female speaker
John Blue read a statement regarding negative communications with Mayor Pro Tem Esqueda, and concerns about the city’s budget.
Jose Chavez (donated speaker time to John Blue)
Julie Cuellar extended thanks to Mayor Pro Tem Esqueda and the Police Department for their work in the community.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Hernandez pulled Item Nos. 2 and 5 for discussion.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Esqueda to approve the Consent Calendar excluding Item Nos. 1 and 5:
1) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF:
a) OCTOBER 5, 2009 – REGULAR MEETING
b) NOVEMBER 2, 2009 – REGULAR MEETING
c) NOVEMBER 1, 2010 – REGULAR MEETING
d) NOVEMBER 8, 2010 – SPECIAL (JOINT PWR COMMISSION) MEETING e) NOVEMBER 15, 2010 – REGULAR MEETING
f) NOVEMBER 18, 2010 – SPECIAL MEETING
3) FINANCIAL STATEMENT – SEPTEMBER 2010
4) BUSINESS LICENSE PERMIT RENEWALS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2011 6) SECOND READING, ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1601 AMENDING SUBSECTION (B) OF SECTION 2-837 OF SUBDIVISION III OF DIVISION 6 OF ARTICLE VI OF CHAPTER 2 OF THE
SAN FERNANDO CITY CODE REGARDING CONTRACTS FOR CONSULTANTS OR SPECIAL
SERVICES PAID FOR BY THIRD PARTIES
7) SECOND READING, ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1602 AMENDING ARTICLE I OF CHAPTER 78 OF THE SAN FERNANDO CITY CODE REGARDING OWNER-INITIATED
MERGER OF PARCELS
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8) AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND ALFONSO HERNÁNDEZ FOR THE POSITION OF INTERIM CITY ADMINISTRATOR The motion carried, unanimously.
5) AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PARK AVENUE UNDERGROUND UTILITIES PROJECT Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Esqueda, seconded by Councilmember De La Torre to accept the lowest responsive bid in the amount of $329,301.25 from Richard Lopez Construction for construction of these improvements; authorize the City Administrator to execute a Construction Contract with Richard Lopez Construction; and authorize the City Administrator to approve a contingency amount not to exceed 15% of contract amount. The motion carried by the following vote:
ROLL CALL
AYES: E. Hernandez, De La Torre, Veres, Esqueda - 4
NAYES: M. Hernandez – 1
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
2) APPROVAL OF WARRANT REGISTER NO. 10-121
Motion by Mayor Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember De La Torre to approve Warrant Register No. 10-121. The motion carried, unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING
9) ESTIMATED ALLOCATION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDING FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011-2012
Mayor Hernandez opened the public hearing.
Staff provided a presentation and responded to Councilmember questions.
Mayor Hernandez opened public comments.
The following provided general comments:
John Blue
Mayor Hernandez closed the public hearing.
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Motion by Councilmember De La Torre to adopt a Resolution approving intended allocations of CDBG funds for programs and projects in Fiscal Year 2011-2012; direct staff to submit documentation conveying the City Council’s Resolution to the Los Angeles County Community Development Commission for approval; and authorize the City Administrator to approve subsequent minor program modifications and/or funding changes that do not exceed 10% of approved total project funding. There being no opposition, the motion carried, unanimously.
Mayor Hernandez re-opened the Redevelopment Agency to consider the following matter as a joint item of the Redevelopment Agency and the City Council:
10) CONFLICT-OF-INTEREST CODE UPDATE
Mayor Hernandez opened the public hearing.
Staff provided a presentation and responded to Councilmember questions.
Mayor Hernandez opened public comments. There being none, the public hearing was closed.
Motion by Member De La Torre, seconded by Member E. Hernandez to adopt Redevelopment Agency Resolution No. 1090 amending the Conflict-of-Interest Code.
The motion carried, unanimously.
Motion by Councilmember De La Torre, seconded by Councilmember E. Hernandez to adopt City Council Resolution No. 7408 amending the Conflict-of-Interest Code. The motion carried, unanimously.
Mayor Hernandez closed the public hearing and adjourned the Redevelopment Agency meeting to the City Council regular meeting.
CONTINUED BUSINESS
11) SKATE PLAZA DESIGN UPDATE
Motion by Councilmember De La Torre to table the item for a future meeting. There being no opposition, the motion carried, unanimously.
12) SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM UPDATE
Motion by Councilmember De La Torre to direct staff to:
a. Work with Senior Board Members to identify seniors who would voluntarily transport other seniors to senior meal cites;
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b. Amend the CDBG allocation to fund the shortfall of meals for this current fiscal year and incorporate any required changes to the CDBG Budget and construction plan; c. Collaborate with Mission City Hospital to seek additional long term grant funding and have the Budget and Finance Committee review the grant application no later than December 30, 2010;
d. Request that the County allocate additional funding based on need and develop a long-term solution; and
e. Solicit meals and/or donations from local restaurants toward the Senior Nutrition Program.
There being no opposition, the motion carried, unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
13) SPEEDWAY FIRE (DBA SAN FERNANDO FIRE AND RESCUE)
Motion by Mayor M. Hernandez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Esqueda to receive and file the Speedway Fire (DBA San Fernando Fire and Rescue) proposal; and direct staff to compare and evaluate this proposal with the current Los Angeles City Fire Department contract and report their findings at the first City Council meeting of February 2011. The motion carries, unanimously.
14) CITY COUNCIL COMMENT LETTER ON PROPOSED CALIFORNIA TAX CREDIT ALLOCATION COMMITTEE (TCAC) REGULATION CHANGES FOR 2011
Motion by Councilmember De La Torre, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Esqueda, to authorize the City Administrator to submit a letter on behalf of the City Council that comments on the proposed TCAC regulation changes for 2011, which includes the proposed elimination of TCAC set-aside funding for small development projects such as the proposed affordable housing development project at 1422 San Fernando Road. The motion carried, unanimously.
STANDING COMMITTEE UPDATES
No. 1 Budget, Personnel and Finance (BPF)
Chair Mario F. Hernández had no updates to report.
No. 2 Housing, Community & Economic Development and Parking (HCEP) Chair Maribel De La Torre
No. 3 Natural Resources, Infrastructure, Water, Energy and Waste Management (NRIW) Chair Steven Veres
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No. 4 Public Safety, Veteran Affairs, Technology and Transportation (PVTT) Chair Ernesto Rubio Hernández noted having a meeting Transportation Commission meeting.
No. 5 Education, Parks, Arts, Health and Aging (EPAH)
Chair Brenda Esqueda had no updates to report.
GENERAL COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember De La Torre commented that staff be educated on applicable city business in order to accurately respond to the public.
Councilmember Veres thanked staff for their work with the tree lighting ceremony.
Councilmember E. Hernandez thanked staff for their work with the tree lighting ceremony.
Mayor Pro Tem Esqueda thanked staff for their work with the tree lighting ceremony.
Mayor M. Hernandez thanked staff for their work with the tree lighting ceremony.
STAFF COMMUNICATION
Staff reported that there will be an event on December 16 at Recreation Park regarding a presentation for low-cost auto insurance and from December 27 through January 7, the community will be offered free Christmas tree disposal service.
ADJOURNMENT (9:02 P.M.)
By consensus, the meeting was adjourned.
The current sitting members of the City Council approved the minutes as to form only during the meeting of February 3, 2025, and are not validating the accuracy of the minutes since they were not part of the City Council during that time period.
I do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and
correct copy of the minutes of December 6, 2010
meeting as approved by the San Fernando City Council.
____________________________
Julia Fritz
City Clerk
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CITY OF SAN FERNANDO
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING – 5:30 P.M.
REGULAR MEETING – 6:00 P.M.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2024
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
117 MACNEIL STREET
SAN FERNANDO, CALIFORNIA 91340
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL – SPECIAL MEETING 5:30 P.M. (CLOSED SESSION) Vice Mayor Mary Mendoza called the Special Meeting to order at 5:31 p.m.
Present:
Council: Vice Mayor Mary Mendoza and Councilmembers Joel Fajardo, Mary Solorio and Victoria Garcia
Staff: City Manager Nick Kimball, City Attorney Richard Padilla
Absent: Mayor (Vacant)
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Fajardo, seconded by Councilmember Solorio to approve the agenda.
The motion carried, unanimously.
PUBLIC STATEMENTS None
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION (5:32 P.M.)
By consensus, Councilmembers recessed to Closed Session.
A) CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(D)(2) AND 54956.9(E)(1) – CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION:
Two (2) Matters
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RECONVENE FROM SPECIAL MEETING AND REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION City Attorney Padilla stated no reportable action as a result of the Closed Session meeting of December 2, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT (6:10 p.m.)
The City Council adjourned the special meeting to the regular meeting.
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL – REGULAR MEETING 6:00 P.M. (OPEN SESSION) Vice Mayor Mary Mendoza called the regular meeting to order at 6:11 p.m.
Present: Council: Vice Mayor Mary Mendoza and Councilmembers Joel Fajardo, Mary Solorio and Victoria Garcia
Staff: City Manager Nick Kimball, Deputy City Manager/Economic Development Kanika Kith, City Attorney Richard Padilla, Police Chief Fabian Valdez, Director of Finance Erica Melton, Director of Community Development Erika Ramirez, Director of Public Works Wendell Johnson, Director of Recreation and Community Services Julio Salcedo and City Clerk Julia Fritz
Absent: Mayor (Vacant)
TELECONFERENCING REQUESTS/DISCLOSURE None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
California Cadet Corps 205th Battalion
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Solorio, seconded by Councilmember Fajardo to approve the agenda, as amended to table Agenda Item No. 15 to a date uncertain. The motion carried, unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS
A. PRESENTATION OF A CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION TO HEAVENLY PANCAKES FOR THEIR SUPPORT OF THE TIP-A-COP FUNDRAISER ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 B. PRESENTATION OF A CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION TO PLANNING AND PRESERVATION
COMMISSIONER SYLVIA BALLIN FOR HER SERVICE TO THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO AND TO
THE COMMUNITY BY VICE MAYOR MARY MENDOZA
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C. PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATES OF RECOGNITION FOR NOVEMBER 2024 NATIONAL
VETERANS AND FAMILIES MONTH
D. INTRODUCTION OF EMPLOYEES
PUBLIC STATEMENTS
Irene Sandlow commented on freedom of speech and the Constitution of the United States.
Isaac Urena commented on incidents regarding neighbor disputes.
Ricardo Benitez spoke about the recent DUI checkpoint held by the Police Department and thanked them for their work.
Miguel Montanez commented on concerns regarding Agenda Item Nos. 12 and 15.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Garcia pulled Agenda Item Nos. 3 and 7 for discussion.
Motion by Councilmember Fajardo, seconded by Councilmember Solorio to approve the Consent Calendar excluding Item Nos. 3 and 7:
1. CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES:
a. November 18, 2024 – Regular Meeting
2. CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE WARRANT REGISTER
4. CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE CALENDAR YEAR 2025 BUSINESS PERMITS FOR CERTAIN
BUSINESS ACTIVITIES AS REQUIRED BY THE CITY CODE
5. CONSIDERATION TO ACCEPT THE NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS AND THE
CALIFORNIA ARTS COUNCIL GRANT FUNDS FOR THE MARIACHI MASTER APPRENTICE
PROGRAM AND ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS
6. CONSIDERATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT WITH THE LANGUAGE PROS FOR LANGUAGE
SERVICES
8. CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION AMENDING FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 SALARY
PLAN TO IMPLEMENT CHANGES IN THE MINIMUM WAGE FOR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES AND
COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENTS RELATED TO THE SAN FERNANDO MANAGEMENT GROUP
ASSOCIATION MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
9. CONSIDERATION TO PURCHASE A 2024 CATERPILLAR 420 BACKHOE LOADER AND
ACCESSORIES OR SIMILAR BACKHOE AND ACCESSORIES FROM QUINN UNDER THE
CALIFORNIA COOPERATIVE PURCHASING CONTRACT SOURCEWELL FROM CATERPILLAR/QUINN SOURCEWELL # 011723-CAT
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The motion carried, unanimously.
3. RECEIVE AND FILE STATUS UPDATES FOR ENHANCEMENTS, PROJECTS, AND CITY COUNCIL
PRIORITIES
The City Council received and filed the report and directed staff to bring back to a future meeting with options for the placement of City Hall exterior signage and suggested that the City Manager evaluate tiles with and without paint and consider changes, if needed.
7. CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE A FIRST AMENDMENT TO FRANCHISE AGREEMENT NO. 1937 WITH BLACK & WHITE GARAGE, INC., DBA BLACK & WHITE TOWING, INC. TO EXTEND THE
AGREEMENT FOR A PERIOD NOT-TO-EXCEED SIX MONTHS
Motion by Councilmember Garcia, seconded by Councilmember Fajardo to approve a First Amendment to the Franchise Agreement with Black & White Garage, Inc., dba Black & White Towing, Inc. (Contract No. 1937(a)) to extend the agreement for a period not to exceed six months, from December 12, 2024 to June 12, 2024; and directed staff to return to a future meeting with additional information with options to potentially broaden scope of criteria (i.e. Increase distance and response time) to the RFQ for City Council consideration. The motion carried, unanimously.
Item heard out of order
13. CONSIDERATION TO APPOINT A PLANNING AND PRESERVATION COMMISSIONER Vice Mayor Mendoza presented the staff report and responded to Councilmember questions.
Motion by Vice Mayor Mendoza, seconded by Councilmember Fajardo to appoint Flor Sanchezto the Planning and Preservation Commission. The motion carried, unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING
Vice Mayor Mendoza noted that the project is near her residence and that she would be recusing herself from Agenda Item No. 10 and left the dais at 7:37 p.m.
10. A CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 106 (ZONING) OF THE SAN FERNANDO MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH THE MIXED USE OVERLAY ZONE; ADOPT AN ORDINANCE 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; AND CONTINUE TO A DATE UNCERTAIN THE ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE SAN FERNANDO CORRIDORS SPECIFIC PLAN (SP-5) FIGURE 4.1 – CITY LAND USE DISTRICTS AND OVERLAYS MAP TO ADD THE DOWNTOWN RESIDENTIAL OVERLAY AND FLEX USE OVERLAY TO 11 PARCELS AND ADOPTING MITIGATED NEGATIVE
DECLARATION ADDENDUM
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Councilmember Fajardo opened the public hearing.
Director of Community Development Ramirez presented the staff report and responded to Councilmember questions.
Councilmember Fajardo moved to open the public comments:
The following speakers submitted comments in opposition:
Brent Bell
Bob Williamson
Rob Reeves
Alf Knudsen
A written public comment was received by the following individual in support:
Angel Zobel-Rodriguez
Motion by Councilmember Fajardo, seconded by Councilmember Solorio to close the public hearing. The motion carried, unanimously.
Motion by Councilmember Fajardo, seconded by Councilmember Solorio to continue the public hearing to the second regular meeting in January 2025 and directed staff to return with additional information to include: a) the environmental impacts in the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Housing Element; b) re‐evaluate properties to be included in the mixed use overlay zone; and c) research if other cities filed lawsuits disputing their Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) allocation. The motion carried, unanimously.
The public hearing was closed.
The City Council recessed the meeting at 8:49 p.m. and reconvened at 9:10 p.m. with all Councilmembers present, including Mayor Mendoza.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
11. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO APPOINT A CITY COUNCIL LIAISON TO THE GREATER
LOS ANGELES COUNTY VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT
City Clerk Fritz presented the staff report and responded to Councilmember questions.
Motion by Councilmember Fajardo, seconded by Councilmember Garcia to reappoint Sylvia Ballin to serve as the City Council liaison to the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District for a two-year term beginning January 6, 2025. The motion carried, unanimously.
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12. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION REGARDING PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE “APPLICATION TO SERVE ON A CITY COMMISSION“
Councilmember Fajardo requested to table the item to a date uncertain.
14. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION REGARDING ENHANCING POLICE PATROLLING EFFORTS Councilmember Solorio presented the staff report. Chief Valdez spoke about the current police patrolling efforts and improvements being made.
The City Council directed staff to return to a future meeting in February 2025 with additional information on the following: a) identify potential efficiencies in the Police Department that could enhance patrol management; b) public safety/patrolling priorities; c) explore collaborations with Los Angeles Unified School District; d) identify additional grant funding opportunities; and e) analysis on the volume of calls originating from Shadow Lane and 7th Street.
15. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION REGARDING A "SANCTUARY CITY STATUS" FOR THE CITY
OF SAN FERNANDO
Councilmember Solorio requested to table the item to a date uncertain.
STAFF COMMUNICATION INCLUDING COMMISSION UPDATES
City Clerk Fritz reported that the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder's Office is working on certifying the results of the November 5, 2024, General Election. She requested that the City Council hold a special meeting on December 9, 2024, to swear in newly elected Councilmembers and conduct the annual reorganization for the selection of a Mayor and Vice Mayor and mentioned the City’s upcoming Employee Holiday Luncheon, scheduled for December 17, 2024.
Director of Recreation and Community Services Salcedo spoke about the upcoming Tree Lighting event and winter programming activities.
Director of Public Works Johnson commented on the City Hall painting renovation project and the recently replaced blinds in the Council Chambers. He also mentioned the parking permit public meeting, during which community members shared comments regarding parking challenges in the city and noted that the facilities assessment will begin on December 5, 2024.
Director of Community Development Ramirez commented on an upcoming Climate Action Resiliency Walkshop event and noted the next meeting of the Planning and Preservation Commission will be on January 13, 2025.
Director of Finance Melton encouraged residents to sign up for payment arrangement plans for past-due water bills and noted that assistance will be offered on the last Saturday of the month, with the office open to assist in setting up payment arrangement plans.
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Police Chief Valdez mentioned that he met with the local senior group at Las Palmas Park and discussed general police enforcement activities.
City Manager Kimball noted that there will not be a second regular Council meeting in December, except for the special meeting on December 9, 2024. He also commented on City Hall’s holiday hours and thanked staff for their work during his recent absence.
GENERAL CITY COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS AND LIAISON UPDATES Councilmember Fajardo had no updates to report.
Councilmember Solorio had no updates to report.
Councilmember Garcia thanked staff for their work and encouraged them to prioritize their health and well-being. She also commented on the recent gas outages in the community and suggested posting information on the City’s website about resources for those affected by the outages. Additionally, she expressed interest in raising funds for the Veterans Banner Program and the Women’s Suffrage Mural.
Vice Mayor Mendoza mentioned she would be placing an item on the agenda regarding a Veteran’s Banner Program Ad Hoc committee and suggested that Councilmember Garcia serve on the committee with her. She also reminded Councilmembers to contribute, if interested, towards transportation to attend the Inspirarte Latino show on December 15, 2024 in Inglewood, California, where the Senior Music Class was invited to perform and noted the event would highlight music instructor Violeta Quintero, who was honored for her contributions in empowering students to achieve their dreams as musicians.
ADJOURNMENT (10:20 p.m.)
Vice Mayor Mendoza adjourned the meeting to the special meeting of December 9, 2024.
I do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and
correct copy of the minutes of the December 2, 2024,
Regular meeting and approved by the San Fernando
City Council at the meeting of February 3, 2025.
_________________________________________
Julia Fritz, CMC
City Clerk
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AGENDA REPORT
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DEPARTMENT 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1200 WWW.SFCITY.ORG REVIEW: ☒ Finance Director ☒ Deputy City Manager ☒ City Manager To: Mayor Mary Mendoza and Councilmembers
From: Nick Kimball, City Manager
By: Erica D. Melton, Director of Finance/City Treasurer
Date: February 3, 2025
Subject: Consideration to Adopt a Resolution Approving the Warrant Register RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 25-021 (Attachment “A”) approving the Warrant Register.
BACKGROUND:
For each City Council meeting the Finance Department prepares a Warrant Register for Council approval. The Register includes all recommended payments for the City. Checks, other than special checks, generally are not released until after the Council approves the Register. The exceptions are for early releases to avoid penalties and interest, excessive delays and in all other circumstances favorable to the City to do so. Special checks are those payments required to be issued between Council meetings such as insurance premiums and tax deposits. Staff reviews requests for expenditures for budgetary approval and then prepares a Warrant Register for Council approval and or ratification. Items such as payroll withholding tax deposits do not require budget approval.
The Director of Finance/City Treasurer hereby certifies that all requests for expenditures have been signed by the department head, or designee, receiving the merchandise or services thereby stating that the items or services have been received and that the resulting expenditure is appropriate. The Director of Finance/City Treasurer hereby certifies that each warrant has been reviewed for completeness and that sufficient funds are available for payment of the warrant register.
ATTACHMENT:
A. Resolution No. 25-021, including:
Exhibit A: Payment Demands/Voucher List
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ATTACHMENT “A”
RESOLUTION NO. 25-021
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO,
CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING AND APPROVING FOR PAYMENT DEMANDS
PRESENTED ON DEMAND / WARRANT REGISTER NO. 25-021
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, FIND, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the Payment Demand/Voucher List (EXHIBIT “A”) as presented, having been duly audited, for completeness, are hereby allowed and approved for payment in the amounts as shown to designated payees and charged to the appropriate funds as indicated.
2. That the City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution and deliver it to the City Treasurer.
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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RES. NO. 25-021
2 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. 25-021, 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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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
Date: February 3, 2025
Subject: Receive and File Status Updates for Enhancements, Projects, and City Council Priorities
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the status report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025 Enhancements, Capital Projects, and City Council Priorities, and provide direction, as appropriate.
ANALYSIS:
This report is meant to provide City Council and the community with regular status updates and major City efforts, including, but not limited to, FY 2024-2025 approved enhancements, capital improvement projects, and City Council priorities. Changes to each project since the last meeting have been tracked and are shown in red. Attachment “D” shows City contracts that are approaching the end of the term.
City Manager’s Office & City Clerk’s Office.
Title: Downtown Master Plan
Description: During the FY 2022-2023 budget process, the City Council approved funding to develop a Downtown Master Plan (DTMP), including a robust community outreach process. The DTMP will serve as a vision to guide future actions to develop, revitalize, and improve Downtown San Fernando. The budget allocation for this project is $297,675.
Status: In 2023, the City awarded a professional services agreement to Dudek as lead consultant to work with the City to develop and implement the community engagement plan and prepare the report. The consultant team also includes Problosky Research (multimodal community survey), Walker Consultants (parking analysis), HR&A (economic analysis) and Place It! (community outreach).
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To date, the following actions have been completed:
• Multimodal Statistically Significant Survey (December 2023 through March 2024) • City Council Ad Hoc Meeting No. 1 (March 11, 2024)
• Community Advisory Committee Meeting No. 1 (April 11, 2024) • Community Outreach Event No. 1 “Walkshop” (April 27, 2024) • General Online Survey (April 27, 2024 through May 29, 2024) • Existing Conditions Analysis (July 2024)
• Presentation of Phase 1 Findings to City Council and Planning Preservation Commission (September 16, 2024)
• Presentation of Phase 1 to the Planning and Preservation Commission on November 12, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of a quorum. • Contract extension from December 31, 2024 to December 31, 2025.
Next City Council Action: A follow up item will be scheduled for the Planning and Preservation Commission to receive additional comments on the Phase 1 Findings. A subsequent item will be scheduled with City Council to receive final comments on the Phase 1 Findings and close the Public Hearing.
Tentative Completion Date: August 2025.
Staff Project Lead: Kanika Kith
Title: East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Transit Project Description: The East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Transit Project (ESFVLRT) (formerly the East San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor Project) is a transit project constructing a light rail line on the east side of the San Fernando Valley to improve connections and access to crucial destinations in the East and Northeast San Fernando Valley. The project is being considered in two (2) phases. Phase 1 is a 6.7-mile at-grade alignment that includes 11 new transit stations along Van Nuys Boulevard, connecting the Orange Line in Sherman Oaks to San Fernando Boulevard in Pacoima. Phase 2 is a 2.5-mile segment running from the terminus of Phase 1 at San Fernando Road/Van Nuys Boulevard in Pacoima to the Sylmar/San Fernando Metrolink Station. Metro is conducting a supplemental study of the Phase 2 segment throughout 2024 to consider additional design options. Funding for the project is provided through Measure R and Measure M.
Status: Phase 1 engineering design has been completed, a Progressive Design Build (PBD) contract has been awarded, and construction commenced earlier this year on Phase 1 of the project along Van Nuys Boulevard. The tentative completion date for Phase 1 is 2031. Metro is currently completing additional safety and design studies for Phase 2 (the San Fernando segment) of the project.
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To date, the following actions have been completed:
• City provided comments on initial draft of ESFVLRT Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (October 25, 2017)
• City provided additional comments on draft of ESFVLRT EIR (February 20, 2018) • City provided final comments on draft of ESFVLRT EIR (March 31, 2020) • Status update presentation provided to City Council by Metro staff (October 19, 2020) • Metro Board certification of the ESFVLRT Final EIR (December 2020). Metro Board requested further studies to address safety and design concerns from the City of San Fernando
• Metro conducted an initial Grade Crossing Analysis for Phase 2 (April 2022 – September 2022)
• Status update presentation provided to City Council by Metro staff on Phase 2 (July 18, 2022)
• Metro Board authorized additional Phase 2 supplemental studies focused on: a) Transit and Multimodal Connectivity, b) Safety, c) Travel Time Savings, Ridership, and Mode Shift, d) Costs, e) Right of Way Impacts, f) Traffic Considerations, and g) Equity Considerations (January 2024 through Summer 2024).
• Status update presentation provided to City Council by Metro staff on Phase 2 (May 20, 2024)
On May 20, 2024, the City Council provided the following feedback to Metro staff:
• Requested Metro present more frequently to provide regular updates to the City. • Requested additional community outreach meetings prior to Board consideration/approval of alternatives.
• Offered the City Council Chambers, or other City spaces, for Metro’s community outreach and offered the City’s assistance in hosting and promoting the event.
Next City Council Action: Receive status update from Metro staff regarding next steps.
Tentative Completion Date: N/A
Staff Project Lead: Nick Kimball
Title: CDBG Small Business Assistance Grant Program
Description: Annually, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program guidelines require that the City Council approve the planned programming expenditures for the upcoming fiscal year. In May 2024, the City Council approved the FY 2024-2025 CDBG Programs, which included the Small Business Assistance Program (SBAP). This program provides grants to local business owners and property owners to improve the appearance of their storefronts and buildings. The grant funds can be used for improvements to signage, painting (including anti-graffiti coating), and other storefront enhancements such as installing eye-catching vertical landscape (green wall) to defer graffiti and beautify a building wall with landscape.
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Status: On November 18, 2024, the City Council approved the proposed guidelines for the SBAP and allocating $64,506 from the unallocated CDBG funds in FY 2023-2024 to the SBAP, increasing total funding for the SBAP to $210,110.
Next City Council Action: Updates will be provided in July 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: June 2025.
Staff Project Lead: Kanika Kith
Title: Virtual San Fernando – City Website Redesign and My San Fernando App Description: In September 2022, the City Council appropriated American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to support the creation of Virtual San Fernando. Phase 1 of Virtual San Fernando included developing a My San Fernando mobile application, primarily focused on improving the ability for community members to submit service requests. Phase 1 was completed in March 2024 with the launch of the My San Fernando App (developed by GoGov). To date, more than 1,800 requests have been submitted through the App (See Attachment “A” for activity reports). In October 2023, after an extensive vetting process by City staff, the City Council awarded a Master Subscription Agreement to Granicus to redesign the City’s website. The budget allocation for this program is $200,000. The goal for the development of the new website is to depart from department-specific webpages and create more service-oriented categories that will make the website more user friendly for the public.
Status: Phase 1 – Mobile Application, has been completed. Phase 2 – Website redesign, is in the content population stage. In 2024, Staff held multiple meetings with Granicus to provide direction regarding design elements and provide content to start population of the webpages.
The new Assistant to the City Manager was onboarded in mid-December and will be taking the lead on the project moving forward. This project has been identified as a priority and staff will re-engage Granicus to move forward with design and content migration considerations.
Next City Council Action: No additional City Council action required at this time.
Tentative Completion Date: Summer 2025 launch of redesigned website.
Staff Project Lead: Will Pettener
Title: Records Retention Policy Update (Moved to Completed Items in Attachment “C”) Community Development Department.
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Title: Homeless Action Plan Implementation and Management Description: In 2022, the City Council adopted a Homeless Action Plan (HAP) to provide a blueprint for addressing the City’s unhoused population. HAP implementation efforts that have been completed to date include:
• In FY 2021-2022, the City Council approved creation of a Housing Coordinator position. • In June 2023, the City contracted with North Valley Caring Services to provide street outreach to the City's unhoused population.
• In November 2023, the City entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Home Again Los Angeles for housing and social service resource support. • In December 2023, the City Council authorized the acceptance of a Substance Abuse and mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) grant, which provided $175,200 specifically for homeless street outreach services and over $300,000 for mental health clinicians as part of an alternative crisis response effort.
• In July 2024, the City Council approved an updated ordinance to prohibit encampments and storage of personal property in public spaces to regulate the use of public spaces to maintain public health, safety, and order. Encampment ordinances aim to ensure public safety by preventing potential hazards associated with camping in public spaces, such as public health related to unsanitary conditions, improper disposal of waste, preserve spaces like parks, sidewalks, and recreational areas for all members of the public, and reduce the environment for possible criminal activity.
Status: Current HAP implementation efforts include:
• Community Development issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Comprehensive Homeless Services in June 2024 to extend homeless services. Staff reviewed proposals from various organizations, interviewed finalists, and prepared recommendations. • The Police Department issued a RFP for Mental Health Clinician Services on August 8, 2024.
The RFP was extended and proposals were due September 6, 2024. Staff interviewed finalist and is preparing recommendations.
• On July 15, 2024, the City Council allocated $50,000 towards a Home Rehabilitation Program in partnership with Habitat for Humanity Los Angeles (Habitat LA). A Professional Services Agreement with Habitat LA to manage the City’s program was approved by City Council on September 3, 2024. The agreement has been executed, a program . Next steps are to has been developed program criteria and applications,. Next steps are to advertise the program and begin implementation.
• On October 21, 2024, the City Council approved Professional Services Agreements with Home Again LA and North Valley Caring Services to provide comprehensive homeless services for a one-year term with possible extensions for a total of a five-year term. • On October 21, 2024, the City Council approved a Professional Services Agreement with Hope the Mission to provide mental health clinician services for a one-year term with possible extensions for a total of a five-year term.
• Pursuant to City Council direction, follow up items related to the encampment ordinance include:
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a) Provide a presentation to City Council with strategies to inform businesses and property owners about the encampment ordinance, how to report potential violations, and a process for business/property owners to provide trespass authority to the Police Department. Some of this has been discussed during recent special Community Watch meetings. A Letter of Agency has been developed in coordination with the City Attorney and implemented by the Police Department. A presentation will be provided to the City Council on February 3, 2025.
b) Provide informational resources to unhoused individuals for medical facilities, housing agencies, and transportation services. All of this information is currently provided through our Homeless Outreach Service provider. A presentation was provided to City Council on October 21, 2024.
Next City Council Action: No City Council action required at this time.
Tentative Completion Date: Ongoing.
Staff Project Lead: Kenya Marquez
Title: CDBG Neighborhood Cleanup Program (Moved to Completed Items in Attachment “C”) Title: Community Preservation Commercial Property Education Program Description: To address the City Council’s interest in Community Preservation efforts in commercial areas of the City, the Community Development Department’s FY 2024-2025 Work Plan included an objective to create a commercial education and maintenance program. The goal is for Community Preservation Officers to work with the business community to ensure the beautification of San Fernando’s commercial corridors.
Status: On August 19, 2024, the proposed program was presented to the City Council for feedback prior to implementation. Next steps are to finalize an illustrative postcard; distribute the postcard in March 2025, host workshops in April 2025; and conduct walking surveys beginning in May 2025.
Next City Council Action: No additional City Council action required at this time.
Tentative Completion Date: September 2025 (Ongoing).
Staff Project Lead: Fernando Miranda
Title: Graffiti Program (with Public Works and Police Department) Description: The City’s efforts to remove, prevent, and prohibit graffiti are governed by Article VII of the Municipal Code. While enforcement is the responsibility of the Director of Public Works, the Community Development Department, specifically Community Preservation Officers, and the Police Department are also involved, especially when graffiti involves criminal activity or gang-related markings.
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Graffiti was one of the top concerns during the City Council’s 2024 Strategic Goals planning study session. As part of the FY 2024-2025 Budget, the City Council approved converting two (2) part-time maintenance worker positions into one (1) full time position for the purposes of having a full time staff person dedicated to addressing graffiti.
Status: On March 13, 2024, the City Manager updated the City Council with a draft Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for addressing graffiti, reports for the My San Fernando App, and details related to two (2) graffiti-related incidents that resulted in arrests.
Additionally, to assist the business community with the cost of abating and graffiti prevention, applying anti-graffiti coating and installing eye-catching vertical landscaping were identified as priority projects for the Small Business Grant Program.
The full-time position has been filled as of August 25, 2024, and has started. Next steps are for the SOP and a reporting matrix for monitoring frequency of location will be finalized and shared with the City Council.
To continue streamlining and enhancing graffiti removal efforts on public and private property, the City is in the process of developing standard operating procedures and a “Graffiti Abatement Policy” that will be brought before the City Council for their consideration.
Next City Council Action: Discussion item requesting the approval of a Graffiti Abatement Policy is tentatively scheduled for February 18, 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: N/A
Staff Project Lead: Will Pettener
Title: Climate Action Resilience Plan (CARP) & General Plan Updates to Circulation and Open Space/Parks Elements
Description: A Climate Action and Resilience Plan (CARP) serves as a strategic framework designed to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change while fostering resilience within communities and ecosystems. Its primary purpose is to identify and implement measures that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, adapt to changing environmental conditions, and enhance preparedness for climate-related challenges. The CARP promotes sustainable practices like renewable energy adoption, green infrastructure development, and carbon footprint reduction initiatives, while fostering collaboration among stakeholders and supporting innovation in green energy. A grant from the California Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (now Governor’s Office for Land Use and Climate Innovation) was received to complete the CARP and for updating the City’s General Plan, specifically the Circulation (transition to Mobility) and Open Space/Conservation/Park-Recreation elements.
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Status:
• CARP Phase 1: Completed and presented to City Council in February 2024 with data collection, a GHG Emissions Inventory, and a Vulnerability Assessment. • CARP Phase 2: Ongoing, focusing on identifying strategies and actions to mitigate climate change through GHG emission reductions in the most cost-effective manner and include strategies for climate adaptation and resilience. Extensive community engagement, led by Pacoima Beautiful, Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians (FTBMI), and Climate Resolve, is a key component.
• Grant: On April 2, 2024, the City Council accepted the California Governor’s Office of Planning and Research Grant and appropriated the funds. The City Council also approved a professional services agreement with Rincon Consultants Inc. to complete the CARP and General Plan updates.
• General Plan Update: The final CARP will support updating the City’s General Plan, specifically the Circulation (transition to Mobility) and Open Space/Conservation/ Park-Recreation elements. All activities are to be completed by January 31, 2026.
Community Engagement: Community engagement activities are planned throughout 2024-2025.
The first Planning 101 workshop was held on September 28, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Recreation Park. The second activity was a Community Meeting on November 16, 2024, at Las Palmas Park from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The Walkshop scheduled for December 7, 2024 was rescheduled February 22, 2025, 10 am – 1 pm. Website description and social media accounts have been updated. The second Planning 101 workshop is tentatively scheduled for March 8, 2025.
Next City Council Action: The CARP and updates to the General Plan are tentatively scheduled for a public hearing before City Council in April 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: January 31, 2026
Staff Project Lead: Planning Manager/ Marina Khrustaleva Title: Mixed Use and Specific Plan Overlay Districts
Description: The City’s Housing Element includes applying a mixed-use overlay to 112 parcels that are currently zoned C-1 and C-2. It also includes expanding some of the overlays to specific parcels in the SP-5 zone. This is aimed at increasing the City’s housing capacity to meet our Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) obligation of 1,795, but will also create flexibility for existing properties to allow either 100 percent residential or residential mixed with commercial uses.
The State requires any rezoning that is necessary to meet a city’s RHNA obligation to be completed by October 2024. While this work was to be funded by the SCAG 2.0 grant, because of the State deadline and the uncertainty of the funding staff moved forward with procuring a consultant to begin the work.
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Status: Community Engagement efforts leading up to the public hearing included updated project description on the City’s website: https://ci.san-fernando.ca.us/communitydevelopment/#planning; a survey to obtain opinions regarding mixed use development design; two virtual workshops for property owners to explain the details and benefits of the overlays; a stakeholder meeting; and a Planning and Preservation Commission workshop on September 9, 2024.
A public hearing was scheduled before the Planning and Preservation Commission on October 14, 2024. The Commission voted to recommend the City Council not adopt an ordinance amending the Zoning Code to establish a mixed use overlay and amend the City’s zoning map. In addition, the Commission adopted a resolution recommending the City Council amend the Corridors Specific Plan Land Use Map to add the Downtown and Flex Use Overlays to certain properties.
A public hearing was held on November 18, 2024. The item was continued to December 2, 2024, to allow staff to provide the requested information. The item was continued to January 21, 2025 to allow staff to provide additional information.
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 Ordinance No. 1728, a Zone Text Amendment to amend the San Fernando Municipal Code to establish a Mixed Use Zone Overlay; approve Ordinance 1730, a Zoning Map to Add the Overlay to Certain Properties, and to continue Ordinance No. 1729, a 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.
Next City Council Action: A second reading is scheduled for February 3, 2025, to adopt ordinances.
Tentative Completion Date: TBD (tentatively the effective date of the proposed ordinance).
Staff Project Lead: Erika Ramirez
Title: Zoning Code Reorganization
Description: The City’s Housing Element includes programs and policies aimed at amending the Zoning Code to comply with State Housing Law. The scope of work includes various zoning code amendments, establishing processing policies and monitoring programs as well as reformatting the current zoning code to be more user friendly for staff and the public.
Status: While this work was to be funded by the SCAG 2.0 grant, because of the uncertainty of the funding and the compliance concern, staff moved forward with procuring a consultant to begin the work. The project has been kicked off and an outline of the zoning code is underway.
The zoning code updates pertaining to landscape standards and outdoor dining on private property will be incorporated into this update.
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On January 27, 2025, a public hearing was held before the Planning and Preservation Commission to consider repealing and replacing Chapter 106 (Zoning) of the San Fernando Municipal Code.
The Commission voted 4-0 to approve Resolution No. 2025-01, recommending the City Council adopt an ordinance repealing and replacing Chapter 106 (Zoning) of the San Fernando Municipal Code.
Next City Council Action: A public hearing is tentatively scheduled for March 3, 2025, to introduce an ordinance for first reading.
Tentative Completion Date: April 2025 (tentatively the effective date of the proposed ordinance).
Staff Project Lead: Erika Ramirez / Planning Manager
Title: SCAG REAP 2.0 Grant
Description: The City was awarded $791,818 under the SCAG REAP 2.0 Housing Infill on Public and Private Lands (HIPP) Program and $333,182 under the Subregional Program (SRP) for a total of $1,125,000. On January 25, 2024, the City was notified of the Governor’s 2024-2025 State Budget proposal that included budget cuts including a reversion of the SCAG’s REAP 2.0 programs. Fortunately, on July 29, 2024, the City was notified the REAP 2.0 program was able to resume and the City would receive its full award. SCAG immediately began working with the City to refine the scope of work (SOW), budget, and schedule.
The City’s final SOW consists of five sub-projects that were identified as programs in the City’s 2021-2029 Housing Element. In summary they are:
• Develop strategies for preventing displacement and maintaining affordable housing for disadvantaged community members and establishing supportive programs for tenants and homeowners to prevent displacement and affirmatively further fair housing. This will be in the form a Community Stabilization Manual.
• Update the 2002 Historic Survey to identify eligible historic resources throughout the City to promote conversion or preservation of historic commercial buildings into housing while also promoting improvement or expansion of residential buildings to maintain quality of existing housing, neighborhoods, and health of residents, and to address overcrowding.
• Update the City’s density bonus ordinance to comply with state housing law and to establish a local density bonus ordinance with incentives encouraging affordable housing. • Complete a comprehensive update to the Zoning Code and Corridors Specific Plan 5 (SP-5) to allow residential land use in currently restricted areas, increase development capacity for housing on underutilized or vacant infill sites, streamline the review process and comply with the latest state housing laws.
• Review and update the City’s development process for housing developments to ensure potential barriers that may hinder housing construction are removed and a smoother and more efficient approval process for housing projects.
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Status: On October 21, 2024, the City Council adopted a resolution accepting the Southern California Associations of Governments’ Regional Early Action Program 2.0 Grant and authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding to implement the grant program. SCAG will no longer be able to procure a consultant on behalf of the City. The City will procure the consultant. A Call for Service was issued out on November 7, 2024, to the pre-approved on-call list of consultants. The goal would be to begin work in January, 2025 as the deadline for funds to be expended has been extended to June 30, 2026.
On November 7, 2024, a call for professional service was issued to the planning consultants on the City’s on-call as needed. The proposals were due on December 5, 2024. Two (2) proposals were received. Staff reviewed proposals and interviews were conducted on January 16, 2025, with each of the firms.
Next City Council Action: Consideration to approve a professional services agreement with a firm to implement the SCAG REAP 2.0 grant program is tentatively scheduled for March 3, 2025. This date was set to align with the fully executed MOU between SCAG and the City.
Tentative Completion Date: June 30, 2026
Staff Project Lead: Erika Ramirez /Planning Manager
Title: Landscape Ordinance
Description: The City Council adopted Urgency Ordinance No. U-1725 on March 18, 2024. It is effective for a period of one year from date of adoption. The Urgency Ordinance enacted a temporary moratorium on the installation of artificial turf and synthetic grass pending the study and development of reasonable regulations. Therefore, the Planning Division is working with a consultant to update the existing Municipal Code with comprehensive city-wide landscape standards including permanently prohibiting the installation of synthetic grass and artificial turf.
Status: On August 12, 2024, the Planning and Preservation Commission discussed potential regulations. Commissioners requested additional information, recommendations and visual illustrations of potential regulations. A second discussion was held on September 9, 2024. The proposed ordinance has been drafted, including illustrations demonstrating the difference between current and proposed regulations. This has been posted to the City’s website to solicit public comments and inform the public prior to the hearing at the Planning and Preservation Commission.
This amendment has been integrated into the Zoning Code reorganization and update, which was presented to Planning and Preservation Commission at the Special Meeting on January 27, 2025.
On January 27, 2025, a public hearing was held before the Planning and Preservation Commission to consider repealing and replacing Chapter 106 (Zoning) of the San Fernando Municipal Code.
This included the landscape ordinance. The Commission voted 4-0 to approve Resolution No. 2025-01, recommending the City Council adopt an ordinance repealing and replacing Chapter 106 (Zoning) of the San Fernando Municipal Code.
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Next City Council Action: A public hearing is tentatively scheduled for March 3, 2025, to introduce ordinance for first reading.
Tentative Completion Date: April 2025 (tentatively the effective date of the proposed ordinance).
Staff Project Lead: Erika Ramirez / Planning Manager
Title: Outdoor Dining Ordinance
Description: As a continued work plan objective from FY 2023-2024, Community Development is working with Public Works to establish a new outdoor dining program to promote pedestrian friendly and community focused design.
Status: A proposed ordinance has been drafted for outdoor dining in the public right of way as well as on private property. A draft PowerPoint has also been drafted to summarize the ordinance to share and solicit feedback from businesses. The draft ordinance and power point have been posted on the City’s website. Draft ordinance and power point will be shared with the Planning and Preservation Commission to receive feedback.
The amendment to the zoning code has been incorporated into the zoning code reorganization and update, which was presented to Planning and Preservation Commission at the Special Meeting on January 27, 2025.
On January 27, 2025, a public hearing was held before the Planning and Preservation Commission to consider repealing and replacing Chapter 106 (Zoning) of the San Fernando Municipal Code.
This included the outdoor dining ordinance on private property. The Commission voted 4-0 to approve Resolution No. 2025-01, recommending the City Council adopt an ordinance repealing and replacing Chapter 106 (Zoning) of the San Fernando Municipal Code.
Next City Council Action: A public hearing is tentatively scheduled March 3, 2025, to introduce an ordinance for first reading.
Tentative Completion Date: April 2025 (tentatively the effective date of the proposed ordinance).
Staff Project Lead: Erika Ramirez / Planning Manager
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Title: Carlisle Green Alley Reconstruction Project
Description: The Carlisle Green Alley Project will revitalize an underutilized alley into a vibrant linear green space. Through a combination of strategic planning and sustainable design, this project seeks to enhance urban landscape, foster environmental sustainability, and promote healthier, more vibrant neighborhoods. The development will include a safer walking and biking February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 74 of 298
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route, enhanced with shade trees and lighting to encourage active transportation and community engagement. The landscape will be revitalized with the planting of over 200 trees and native plants, enriching the area’s biodiversity. Permeable surfaces will be installed to facilitate groundwater infiltration, improving water quality and reducing runoff. Additionally, the construction of bioswales will naturally filter stormwater, mitigate flooding, and bolster the area’s environmental resilience.
Status: On September 3, 2024, the City Council approved a Professional Services Agreement with TreePeople for project management. On January 6, 2025, the City Council approved a Professional Services Agreement with Craftwater for design services.
Carlisle Street Green Alley Project Tentative Timeline
Milestones Tentative Date
• Concept Deadline 2/28/2025
• Design 60% 5/29/2025
• Design 100% 8/29/2025
• Advertise 9/1/2025-9/26/2025
• Recommend Award of Construction Contract 10/13/2025
• Construction 11/3/2025-5/1/2026
• Notice of Completion 5/18/2026
• Project Closeout June 2026
Next City Council Action: No City Council action required at this time.
Tentative Completion Date: June 2026
Staff Project Lead: Patsy Orozco
Title: Calles Verdes Project
Description: The Calles Verdes Project marks a collaborative effort between the City and TreePeople aimed at enhancing the City’s infrastructure to effectively manage stormwater and nuisance water. Through the implementation of innovative techniques, the project endeavors to construct bioswales across strategic locations within City streets and parking lot. Specifically, the project entails the installation of bioswales along Maclay Avenue, stretching from San Fernando Road to Kewen Street, alongside the creation of bulbouts at key intersections including Maclay Avenue and Celis Street and Maclay Avenue and Pico Street. Furthermore, the initiative includes the integration of bioswales and cooling pavement within Parking Lot No. 4, as well as promoting sustainable water management practices. These bioswales and bulbouts will feature strategically placed curb cuts to redirect stormwater and nuisance water away from the street’s surface, while simultaneously fostering the growth of greenery within the landscaped parkways.
Additionally, street trees will be planted to further enhance the aesthetic and environmental benefits of the project. In Parking Lot. No. 4, trees and bioswales will be incorporated within the existing concrete parking lot medians.
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Status: Design Team is currently working on finalizing the design. Upon completion of design, the City will advertise the project for construction.
Next City Council Action: Once design is finalized and construction bids are received, a recommendation to award a construction contract will be presented to City Council. Tentatively scheduled for February 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: December 2026
Staff Project Lead: Patsy Orozco
Title: Las Palmas Park Revitalization Project
Description: The Las Palmas Park Revitalization project encompasses a comprehensive array of amenities aimed at enhancing the park’s functionality, aesthetics, safety, and sustainability. The project includes new multi-purpose field lighting, renovating three baseball fields with lighting, renovating existing restroom/concession building at Ballfield 1, renovating basketball courts with lighting, renovating existing playground with ADA accessibility, constructing a new splash pad with a new prefabricated restroom building to meet the code requirements of the splash pad, renovating existing outdoor exercise equipment, renovating picnic shelters with walking path lighting, and striping of basketball/roller derby.
Status: The project is currently under design. The latest plans submitted to staff for review were at 60%. The current design that incorporates all of the amenities desired by the community is significantly over budget. On October 16, 2024, staff met to discuss current project budget and measures to reduce project scope. Staff will present recommendations to the City Council in March 2025.
Next City Council Action: Discussion and Consideration to adjust the design based on budget constraints is tentatively scheduled for March 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: December 2026
Staff Project Lead: Patsy Orozco / Willdan
Title: Pioneer Park Playground Renovation Project
Description: The Pioneer Park Playground Renovation project aims to revitalize the existing playground area, making it safer, more engaging, and inclusive space for the community. The playground will include age appropriate equipment, inclusive structures, musical elements, surface mat, and shade coverage.
Status: On January 23, 2025, the Contractor completed the project.
Next City Council Action: The Notice of Completion will be presented to the City Council on February 18, 2025. A grand opening is scheduled for February 8, 2025.
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Tentative Completion Date: Project was completed on January 23, 2025.
Staff Project Lead: Patsy Orozco
Title: Cindy Montañez Natural Park Improvements & Maintenance Description: In June 2023, City Council accepted a $7.5 million grant for the Pacoima Wash Connectivity Project, funded through the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to complete the Pacoima Wash Bike Path Project and make improvements to the Cindy Montañez Natural Park. Improvements to the Park include extending the bike path to Foothill Boulevard, new lighting, restroom facilities, and restoration of walking paths, bridges, and vegetation throughout the park. A permanent Cindy Montañez memorial sign will also be purchased and installed.
Ongoing maintenance of the Park including watering, mulching, stump removals, tree removals, weeding, brush removals, tree pruning, creek clean-up, and trash disposal, is required.
Status: In June 2024, staff began meeting with community organizations that have the knowledge, expertise, and resources to properly maintain a “natural park” to explore possible partnerships to provide adequate ongoing maintenance. Staff has met with TreePeople as well as Tataviam Conservation Corps to discuss possible partnerships for ongoing maintenance. As part of their tree planting services, TreePeople staff currently visits weekly to hand-water the native plants and trees due to the vandalism of the park’s irrigations system. To support the health of these plants, they also apply mulch to help conserve moisture and prolong water availability. Additionally, the team repairs protective cages around newly planted vegetation and actively removes invasive species. Preparations are underway for the planting of 100 native plants this fall through the Calles Verdes grant.
On August 21, 2024, staff discussed utilizing Tataviam Conservation Corps to assist with the park’s upkeep through funding received by the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians. Their responsibilities would include creek clean-up, weed and brush removal, tree pruning, trail maintenance, tree stump removal, and trash disposal on a bi-weekly basis. A maintenance agreement with the Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians was approved by City Council on October 21, 2024.
Prior to preparing a Request for Proposals for Design Engineering Services, staff will meet internally to discuss improvements needed at Cindy Montañez Natural Park and the Pacoima Wash Bikeway.
Next City Council Action: No City Council action at this time.
Tentative Completion Date: On-going
Staff Project Lead: Patsy Orozco / Willdan
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Title: HSIP Traffic Signal Modification Project
Description: The Highway Safety Improvement Project (HSIP) Cycle 8 involves upgrading traffic signals at nine (9) locations in the Metrolink Corridor (San Fernando Road and Truman Street).
The traffic signal modifications will consist of removal and installation of new signal poles, pedestrian heads, pedestrian push buttons, LED luminaires, street name signs, controllers, wiring, curb ramps, signing, striping, etc. The nine (9) intersections include:
1. Hubbard Avenue at San Fernando Road
2. Hubbard Avenue at Truman Street
3. Hubbard Avenue at First Street
4. Maclay Avenue at San Fernando Road
5. Maclay Avenue at Truman Street
6. Maclay Avenue at First Street
7. Brand Boulevard at San Fernando Road
8. Brand Boulevard at Truman Street
9. Wolfskill Street at Truman Street
Status: The City’s contractor, Alfaro Communications Construction, Inc. is waiting for the delivery of the last project traffic signal pole, to be placed at Hubbard Ave./First Street, northeast corner.
Coordination with SCE is underway to de-energize electrical lines near the proposed traffic signal pole replacement. The contractor is also waiting for the delivery of the street name signs for the project intersections. Contractor is scheduling work to replace deficient electrical conduit on Maclay Ave., east side, south of Truman Street.
Next City Council Action: Project Construction Acceptance, tentatively scheduled for April 2025 Tentative Completion Date: March 28, 2025
Staff Project Lead: Manuel Fabian / Willdan
Title: Citywide Traffic Signal Synchronization Project
Description: The Citywide Traffic Synchronization Project involves upgrades of controller systems at 13 locations throughout the City. The traffic signal modifications will include installation of new Global Positioning System (GPS) units, traffic signal controllers, traffic signal cabinets, conduit, conductors, pull boxes, etc. Following the installation of new equipment, updated traffic signal timing charts will be inputted to synchronize traffic signals.
The locations that form part of the project are the following:
1. Truman Street at South Workman Street
2. San Fernando Mission Boulevard at San Fernando Road
3. San Fernando Mission Boulevard at Pico Street
4. San Fernando Mission Boulevard at Hollister Street
5. San Fernando Mission Boulevard at Kewen Street
6. San Fernando Mission Boulevard at Mott Street
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7. San Fernando Mission Boulevard at O’Melveny Street
8. North Maclay Avenue at Library Street
9. North Maclay Avenue at Fifth Street
10. North Maclay Avenue at Seventh Street
11. North Maclay Avenue at Eighth Street
12. South Brand Boulevard at Celis Street
13. South Brand Boulevard at Kewen Street
Status: Following procurement of traffic signal controllers and cabinets, construction is anticipated to begin in February 2025.
Next City Council Action: Acceptance of the project as completed, tentatively scheduled for April 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: April 2025
Staff Project Lead: Manuel Fabian / Willdan
Title: Curb Painting, Street Striping, and Street Markings Description: The Los Angeles County Department of Public Works (County) has been contracted to repaint pavement markings and striping with thermoplastic paint, including crosswalks, centerlines, stop legends, and curbs restrictions etc.
Status: The Los Angeles County Public Works Department (LACPWD) has completed striping and pavement markings throughout the City as part of the City’s Citywide Street Striping project. The work involved restriping crosswalks, stop bars and pavement legends (i.e., STOP, Railroad Crossing) and restrictive curbing (red, yellow, green, blue and white). The City requested additional work from the County including the painting curb marking, additional crosswalk improvements, and signage upgrades (Glenoaks Blvd., Brand Blvd., Fifth St. and Celis St.) Work is scheduled to be completed in the spring of 2025. Work started on August 5, 2024.
Next City Council Action: No City Council action required at this time.
Tentative Completion Date: Spring 2025.
Staff Project Lead: Manuel Fabian
Title: Citywide Signage Upgrades
Description: Replacement and installation of various signs. The project consist of several types of sign replacements including but not limited to traffic signs, wayfinding signs and trolley signs. The project will replace faded signs citywide including but not limited to: stop signs, speed limit signs, street sweeping, crosswalk signs, street name signs, wayfinding signs, and trolley signs. This project will be performed in phases; Phase I will consist of wayfinding and trolley signs. The City has obtained the services of the Los Angeles County Public Works Department (LACPWD) to February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 79 of 298
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manufacture and install the signs. Installation will begin in late February. Phase II will consist of regulatory, warning and guide signs. The City plans to coordinate with Los Angeles County Public Works for Phase II sign replacement.
Status: Wayfinding and trolley signs have been manufactured. Installation by LACPWD to begin in February 2025.
Next City Council Action: No City Council action required at this time.
Tentative Completion Date: Phase I to be completed in Spring 2025 Staff Project Lead: Manuel Fabian /Willdan
Title: Bus Shelter Rehabilitation Project
Description: The Bus Shelter Rehabilitation Project involves the installation of new bus shelters and bus benches at eight (8) bus stop locations, removal and reconstruction of damaged and non-ADA compliant wheelchair ramps, sidewalks and drive approaches, relocation/adjustment traffic signal/street lighting boxes and water meters, etc.
Status: A construction contract was awarded to R.C. Becker, Inc. on November 18, 2024.
Submittal of bonds and insurance as well as execution of construction contract is underway. A notice to procure was issued on January 15, 2025, construction is anticipated to begin in six (6) to ten (10) weeks.
Next City Council Action: No City Council action required at this time.
Tentative Completion Date: Start of construction planned for March 2025 with completion in May 2025.
Staff Project Lead: Manuel Fabian / Willdan
Title: Pacoima Wash Bikeway Project
Description: The San Fernando Pacoima Wash Bikeway and Pedestrian Path Project Phase I consists of constructing a bikeway and installing a prefabricated pedestrian bridge along the Pacoima Wash Channel from Fourth Street (Bradley Avenue) to Cindy Montañez Natural Park (Eighth Street). The project will connect students and San Fernando residents to a new non-motorized trail, offering opportunities for recreation and increased bike and pedestrian commuting options along local streets as noted in the City’s Safe and Active Streets Plan, encouraging connectivity to wider bike and pedestrian network in neighboring communities within the City of Los Angeles. The project entailed construction of a 12 foot wide, 1.34-mile long Class I asphalt concrete bikeway, bioswales, retaining walls, prefabricated pedestrian bridge, installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacons, welded wire fence, solar lights, bollards, signage, striping, and markings, as well as access ramps. The contractor is currently working on final punch list items.
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Status: Construction is 95% complete. In order to address current safety concerns and vandalism, additional bollards will be installed at the bikeway entry points, additional striping will be placed, and concrete curbs will be constructed at the base of the solar lights.
Next City Council Action: Notice of Completion, scheduled for spring 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: January 2025
Staff Project Lead: Patsy Orozco
Title: Parking Management Program (Residential Permit Parking) Description: Residential – Create a residential permit parking program by conducting a thorough review of the municipal code to identify recommended updates that incorporate statewide policies and regulations. Review and update existing operational policies and enforcement guidelines to ensure that the program is fair and equitable throughout the City. Data will also be collected to assist in making data driven decisions as it relates to curb and parking management.
At the conclusion of this project, City Council will be presented with a Residential Parking Action Plan that will include a thorough review of existing processes and procedures along with recommendations for updates and a proposed implementation plan for adoption.
Commercial – As part of the Downtown Master Plan, which encompasses all of the City’s major commercial corridors, updated parking data has been collected and recommendations for best practices will be presented by Walker Parking consultants. Additionally, staff is working to upgrade all parking meters in the commercial corridors to smart meters that accept both coins and credit cards.
Status: On July 15, 2024, the City Council approved a Professional Services Agreement with Dixon Resources Unlimited for Residential Parking Program Implementation Services. City staff held an initial kick-off meeting with the consultant in August and is working to schedule an Ad Hoc meeting to review the schedule and community engagement plan. On September 16, 2024, a Joint City Council/Planning and Preservation Commission meeting was held to discuss the Downtown Master Plan, this included a discussion on parking in the commercial corridors. On October 7, 2024, the City Council awarded a contract to IPS Solutions Inc. to upgrade all parking meters in the downtown area to smart meter. On January 14, 2025, City staff and Dixon Resources Unlimited conducted an Enforcement Workshop with Code and Traffic Enforcement personnel to gather feedback.
The community-wide parking survey will close on January 31, 2025, marking the start of the second phase of Community Engagement. On February 19 and 20, 2025, City staff and Dixon Resources Unlimited will host community meetings to present draft Residential Permit Parking (RPP) recommendations and collect additional input to finalize the recommendations for City Council consideration.
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On November 6, 2024, City staff and Dixon Resources Unlimited met with the Ad-hoc Committee to discuss the Residential Parking Permit Implementation Project and obtain relevant feedback.
Additionally, On November 21, 2024, the first of multiple residential parking permit related community outreach meetings was held at Las Palmas Park. Seventeen (17) members of the community attended the meeting and provided substantial feedback on the proposed program; the meeting lasted over two (2) hours.
Next City Council Action: A Presentation of guidelines for proposed Residential Parking Program is tentatively scheduled for April 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: July 2025
Staff Project Lead: Isabella Tapia
Title: City Facility Condition Assessment Report
Description: The Facilities Condition Assessment (FCA) report is a comprehensive evaluation of the current condition of all city owned facilities (buildings).This report is used to assess the physical state of the facilities, identify deficiencies, and estimate the costs associated with repairs, maintenance, and capital improvements. Key Components of a Facilities Condition Assessment Report: Inventory of Assets: A detailed list of all the assets being assessed, including buildings, infrastructure, and equipment. Visual Inspections: On-site inspections of the facilities to assess the condition of structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other building systems. Condition Ratings: Assigning condition ratings or scores to different components based on their current state, typically ranging from “excellent” to “poor.” Deficiency Identification:
Identifying and documenting deficiencies or issues that need to be addressed, such as structural damage, outdated systems, or safety hazards. Cost Estimates: Providing cost estimates for the repairs, replacements, and improvements needed to bring the facilities up to desired standards or maintain their current state. Prioritization: Recommendations for prioritizing repairs and maintenance based on factors like safety, regulatory compliance, and potential impact on operations. Life Cycle Analysis: Analyzing the expected remaining useful life of building systems and components to plan for future replacements or upgrades. Recommendations: Strategic recommendations for maintaining, repairing, or upgrading the facilities, including short-term and long-term plans. Facility Condition Index (FCI): A metric often included in the report that provides a snapshot of the overall condition of the facility. It is usually calculated by dividing the total cost of repairs by the replacement cost of the facility.
The purpose of the FCA report includes; Strategic Planning: Helps organizations plan and budget for maintenance, repairs, and capital improvements over time. Resource Allocation: Assists in allocating resources more effectively by identifying priority areas. Risk Management: Identifies potential risks related to the physical condition of the facilities that could affect safety, compliance, or operations. Compliance: Ensures that facilities meet regulatory requirements and industry standards. Improvement Tracking: Provides a baseline to measure the progress of facility improvements over time.
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FCA reports are commonly used by property owners, facility managers, government agencies, and educational institutions to manage their physical assets and make informed decisions about maintenance and capital investments.
Status: Project kick-off meeting was held on October 16, 2024.
Next City Council Action: No City Council action required at this time.
Tentative Completion Date: June 2025
Staff Project Lead: Rodrigo Mora
Title: Fixed Route ADA Sidewalk Improvement Project
Description: The Fixed Route ADA Sidewalk Improvement Project consists in upgrading damaged and non-ADA compliant sidewalks, drive approaches, curb and gutters, wheelchair ramps, etc., along transit routes: Truman Street, from Brand Boulevard to Maclay Avenue; Hubbard Avenue from San Fernand Road to First Street; and Seventh Street and Harding Avenue.
Status: Determine detailed scope of work, field-checking sites, preparing cost estimates, preparing project specifications, identifying conflicting utilities, identifying business access that will be impacted by proposed construction. Complete project specifications and construction quantities, and advertise project for construction.
Next City Council Action: Award a construction contract, tentatively scheduled for March 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: To be determined.
Staff Project Lead: Manuel Fabian / Willdan
Title: Las Palmas HVAC Project
Description: Las Palmas Park is one (1) of the City’s primary community centers that hosts many in-person programs and activities each week. It also serves as one of the City’s two (2) cooling centers during the hot summer months. Consequently, a functioning heating, ventilation and air condition (HVAC) system is imperative at this community center. Using ARPA funding, City Council has approved funding for partial replacement of the HVAC system at Las Palmas Park.
Due to funding, the project is limited to upgrading the unit that serves the gym as it is the most used part of the building for events.
Status: On August 19, 2024, the City Council awarded a contract to Carrier Corporation. There is 10-12 week lead-time to receive equipment.
Next City Council Action: Acceptance of project, scheduled for winter 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: Spring 2025
Staff Project Lead: Manuel Fabian
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Title: Emergency Generator Installation at Las Palmas and Recreation Park Facilities Description: Having emergency generators at a park cooling centers serves several important purposes, especially during extreme weather events or power outages. A generator ensures that cooling centers remain operational during power outages, which are common during extreme weather, allowing them to provide essential services such as air conditioning, lighting, and power for critical equipment like medical devices and refrigeration units. These centers offer a safe haven for vulnerable populations, including the elderly and those with medical conditions, and serve as a hub for community resilience by providing a dependable place for residents to gather, receive information, and access resources during emergencies. Additionally, they support the coordination of emergency services, distribution of supplies, and help protect public health by reducing heat-related illnesses and fatalities. By ensuring the center's functionality, emergency generators demonstrate preparedness and reliability, reinforcing public trust and establishing the cooling center as a vital part of the local emergency response plan.
Overall, emergency generators at the park cooling centers are a critical investment in community safety and resilience, ensuring that the center can provide essential services and a safe environment regardless of power grid stability.
Status: Two (2) generators have been received and placed on their respective concrete pads. The design for connecting generators to the switching mechanism and to the building is currently in plan check. The project continues to be in the plan check stage. Engineering is working with Community Development to finalize the process.
Next City Council Action: Approve Notice of Completion, tentatively scheduled for March 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: June 30, 2025.
Staff Project Lead: Rodrigo Mora
Title: Civic Center Beautification (Painting) Project (Moved to Completed Items in Attachment “C”)
Title: Urban Forest Management Plan
Description: An Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP) is a comprehensive blueprint for the sustainable care and stewardship of trees within the City. It encompasses a range of strategies aimed at preserving, enhancing, and effectively managing the City’s urban forest ecosystem.
These strategies in the UFMP include tree preservation, strategic planting initiatives, routine maintenance activities, and continuous community engagement efforts.
Status: On May 6, 2024, the City Council approved the Urban Forest Management Plan. Direction during that meeting included the following follow up items:
• Policy for the removal of trees
• Creation of Tree Commission and specific responsibilities • Define what “Tree City USA” actually stands for
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Additionally, at the August 12, 2024 Planning and Preservation Commission meeting, the role of the Commission as the City Tree Commission was discussed.
A “Comprehensive Tree Preservation Policy” is being drafted by staff to formalize the tree removal process for all City-owned trees. This policy will align with the UFMP’s recommendations to establish standard operating procedures and defined criteria for removal, notifications, and appeals.
Next City Council Action: Review of updated policies per direction on May 6, 2024, tentatively scheduled for February 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: January 2025
Staff Project Lead: Will Pettener
Title: Downtown Trash Enclosures
Description: Renovate City owned trash enclosures in the San Fernando Mall area, to include doors, roofs, security and enhance appearance. Trash enclosures located in alleys parallel and north and south of San Fernando Road.
Status: Initial surveys of existing trash enclosure sites at the San Fernando Mall have been completed. Preparing concept designs for trash enclosures, preliminary cost estimates and project schedule. Plan to construct prototype trash enclosure to evaluate before constructing the remaining trash enclosures. On October 7, 2024, the City Council received and filed a presentation on Downtown Mall area trash enclosures. On January 21, 2025, City staff presented trash enclosure renovation options to the City Council. The City Council approved retrofitting three (3) enclosures and demolishing two (2) enclosures. The enclosures to be demolished are Enclosure 1 in Public Parking Lot 5 and Enclosure 3 in Public Parking Lot 4. The enclosures to be retrofitted are Enclosure 2 in Public Parking Lot 5 and Enclosures 1 and 2 in Public Parking Lot 4.
City staff will prepare design renderings and initiate the RFP process.
Next City Council Action Present design renderings and cost estimates of trash enclosures is tentatively scheduled for February 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: Pending City Council direction, planned construction completion date is summer 2025.
Staff Project Lead: Isabella Tapia
Title: City Owned Right-of-Way Beautification
Description: Improving city-owned rights-of-way (ROWs) for beautification is a multi-faceted effort that enhances the visual appeal, functionality, and environmental quality of public spaces such as streets, medians, sidewalks, bikeways and easements.
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Status: City Own Right of Way Beautification Streetscape (Parkways, Medians and Islands) - Working with the water division, operation staff is reestablishing the necessary infrastructure to support healthy vegetation within the city’s public right-of-ways, this work is including the replacement of backwater flow devices, irrigation components and electrical/control wiring which have been stole. Staff is in the process of developing a comprehensive list of work activities for all location including city entrances islands, parkways, bikeway and medians. This includes review of the large planter pots along the Maclay Corridor.
Vacant Tree wells - Staff has request information on available species and estimated cost for replacement trees for the vacant tree wells in the downtown area. Once the trees are procured planting will take place this Fall. Fall is considered the best time of planting trees for several reasons which include, cooler temperatures, adequate soil moisture, root growth focus, less pest and disease pressures, less competition from weeds, easier soil conditions as well as period for spring growth preparation.
Next City Council Action: No City Council action anticipated.
Tentative Completion Date: Ongoing.
Staff Project Lead: Rodrigo Mora
Title: Sidewalk Condition Assessment
Description: This project aims to identify and mitigate sidewalk trip hazards, ensuring pedestrian safety, American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, and long-term infrastructure sustainability.
Status: City Council awarded a Professional Services Agreement with Precision Concrete Cutting for a citywide sidewalk assessment and mitigation plan, which includes repairs, where appropriate. Precision is actively assessing sidewalks in Tree Trimming Zone F, currently working on Lashburn Street from Pearwood Avenue to Cork Street. Precision will continue in this area through the week, completing data collection for Grid F. Once finished, Precision will provide a comprehensive Sidewalk Assessment Report and Repair Quotation. The City will then determine repair priorities, and upon approval, Precision will proceed with saw-cutting repairs.
Next City Council Action: No City Council action required at this time.
Tentative Completion Date: December 2025
Staff Project Lead: Patsy Orozco
Title: Project Labor Agreement
Description: A Project Labor Agreement (PLA) is a pre-hire collective bargaining agreement establishing the terms and conditions of employment for a specific construction project. In February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 86 of 298
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general, PLAs are often used on large-scale construction projects to support labor relations, establish uniform work conditions, and potentially mitigate labor disputes.
To evaluate if a Project Labor Agreement is suitable for an organization, staff is researching the following information to be presented to City Council for consideration:
Understand the Project: Assess the nature, scope, and requirements of the construction project in question. Consider factors like project size, complexity, timeline, and potential labor issues.
Evaluate Pros and Cons: Identify the potential benefits and drawbacks of implementing a PLA.
Conduct Cost-Benefit Analysis: Evaluate the financial implications of entering into a PLA.
Legal Considerations: Assess the legal implications of implementing a PLA in the project jurisdiction. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws, as well as any regulatory requirements related to PLAs.
Next City Council Action: Scheduled to be presented to the City Council in February 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: To be determined based on City Council direction.
Staff Project Lead: Richard Padilla / Wendell Johnson
Title: City Fleet Replacement and Heavy Equipment Program Description: The City Fleet Replacement and Heavy Equipment Program is designed to effectively manage, maintain, and optimize the city’s fleet of vehicles and heavy equipment. This program ensures that all city-owned assets, including cars, trucks, specialized vehicles, and heavy machinery, are safe, reliable, cost-effective, and ready to support city operations. The program supports various city departments such as public works, public safety, parks and recreation, and transportation, providing essential vehicles and equipment to carry out their missions efficiently.
During the FY 2024-2025 Budget process, the City Council approved an enhancement of $210,000 to purchase a new backhoe.
Status: The Department has initiated the purchase of heavy equipment for maintenance work and is in the process of evaluating its current fleet of vehicles and heavy equipment. Staff is in the process of Identify the need, clearly define the requirements for the heavy equipment based on the specific maintenance tasks, to ensure that the proper piece of equipment is procured that meets the needs of the department. This involves understanding the type, size, and specifications of the equipment required.
This identification of the need will be followed by staff conducting a needs assessment which will evaluate the current vehicle and equipment inventory and determine if there are gaps that the new purchase will fill. This assessment will consider the equipment’s usage frequency, the scale of maintenance work, and potential future needs among other factors. Once the needs assessment is completed, staff will be conducting research on suppliers and what are the February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 87 of 298
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equipment options. Staff will investigate potential suppliers and compare different equipment models. Consider factors such as reliability, warranty, after-sales support, and compatibility with existing equipment will all be considered.
Next City Council Action: December 2024 Heavy Equipment. Spring 2025, approval of Public Works Vehicles
Tentative Completion Date: Ongoing program.
Staff Project Lead: Rodrigo Mora
Title: Fog Seal Coating of Public Parking Lots
Description: The Fog Seal Coating of Public Parking Lots Project involves a pavement treatment to create a more acceptable travel surface to the road at a significant reduction in price, when compared to traditional overlays or reconstructions. A total of nine (9) parking lots will be resurfaced. The project also involves crack sealing, asphalt repairs and restriping of parking stalls.
The lots that form part of the project include:
• Parking Lot 3
• Parking Lot 5
• Parking Lot 6N
• Parking Lot 7
• Parking Lot 8
• Parking Lot 9
• Parking Lot 10
• City Hall Parking Lot
• San Fernando Police Department Parking Lot
Parking Lots 1, 11, and 12 were completed as part of previous projects. Parking Lot 2 is a concrete parking structure therefore this type of treatment does not apply. Parking Lot 4 is part of the upcoming Calles Verdes Project.
Status: In order to not impact activity for merchants of the San Fernando Mall during the Holiday season the project has been pushed to start in February 2025.
Next City Council Action: Acceptance of the project is tentatively scheduled for June 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: May 2025
Staff Project Lead: Manuel Fabian
Title: Residential Water Service Shut Off Policy
Description: On July 15, 2024, the City Council approved the Discontinuation of Residential Water Services for Non-Payment Policy as required by Senate Bill 998 (SB 998) and Senate Bill 3 (SB 3) which will take effect January 1, 2025. City Council also moved to direct staff to return at a future February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 88 of 298
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meeting with guidance and recommendations regarding the City’s ability to collect delinquent sums on the tax roll similar to the manner in which delinquent trash sums are also collected.
Status: Staff has conferred with the City Attorney to research this item to analyze a) if assessments are allowable for residential water services due to non-payment and b) the pros/cons of this process versus a water shut-off process. Preliminarily, we were advised as follows:
1) Charges for water consumption are property related fees and charges within the meaning of Proposition 218 (codified under Article XIIID of the California Constitution); 2) As such, an ordinance or resolution establishing or increasing water rate charges requires the conduct of a so-called “majority protest” public hearing which requires the issuance of a written notice to water customers no less than 45 days from the date of the hearing; and
3) In order to preserve the ability to collect delinquent water charges on the tax roll, the City, as part of the majority protest approval process, must send notice to the owners of real property parcels that receive water service, even if the property owner is not the water customer (e.g., where the water customer is a tenant and not the owner affect parcel). (See Govt. Code Section 53755(a)(3) and Health & Safety Code Sections 5471, 5473 and 5473a). If the City did not provide such notice when it last conducted a majority protest hearing setting its current water rates, it would require the initiation of a new majority protest process in which such notice was provided to property owners (not just customers) for the City to avail itself of the right to collect delinquent charges on the tax roll.
Staff is continuing to work with the City Attorney and additionally in process of surveying other municipal operations to illustrate use of assessments versus water shut-off process for residential water services due to non-payment.
Next City Council Action: At the January 6, 2024 City Council meeting, the City Council directed staff to move forward as previously directed by City Council regarding the water service shutoff policy and to provide an update on outstanding delinquencies during consideration of the Water and Sewer Fee Study and the Prop 218 process, to occur within approximately one (1) year.
Tentative Completion Date: Follow up to be provided in concert with the Water and Sewer Fee Study and Prop 218 Process, anticipated to occur by January 2026 or sooner. On January 21, 2025, the City Council approved a contract with Robert D Niehaus, Inc. for the Water and Sewer Rate Study.
Staff Project Lead: Victor Meza
Title: Recreation Park Rehabilitation
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Description: The sod installed as part of the San Fernando Regional Park Infiltration Project did not establish successfully. Staff will be preparing a Request for Proposal (RFP) to procure a consultant for replacement of the sod at Recreation Park.
Status: In planning stage
Next City Council Action: Award of Contract for Design in March 2025 Tentative Completion Date: TBD
Staff Project Lead: Manuel Fabian
Police Department.
Title: Police Station Cameras and Parking Lot Security Improvement Project Description: The San Fernando Police Department is enhancing its station security through the 2022 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Grant, a federal program under the Department of Homeland Security aimed at strengthening local communities against potential threats.
Grant-funded activities are restricted to UASI National Priorities, including the protection of soft targets and crowded places. These improvements include installing additional cameras in critical unmonitored areas and upgrading the resolution of existing cameras for better coverage.
Additionally, the outdated access control system will be replaced with a modern key fob system, enhancing security by tracking and restricting access to designated areas, ensuring only authorized personnel can enter. This upgrade also enables the department to limit or revoke access for separated employees, preventing them from entering restricted areas.
This project also includes improving security for the Police Department parking areas. The Detective Parking Lot is currently ungated and vulnerable to tampering and break-ins, with multiple incidents of unauthorized individuals loitering or entering the lot. Unauthorized vehicles also frequently block the lot's entrance, delaying emergency responses. Installing a controlled access gate will prevent unauthorized individuals from entering and obstructing the lot, thereby improving safety for both sworn officers and civilian personnel. To further secure the area, a guardian-style wrought iron fence will be installed atop the existing five-foot cinderblock wall and a mesh screen will be added to the gate will protect officers and vehicles from being observed, especially when officers are transporting firearms or arrestees The budget allocation for the Police Station Cameras/Access Control project is $114,408 from grant funds. The budget allocation for the Parking Lot Security Improvement project is $89,982 from grant funds.
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Status: The City Council approved a contract amendment with BearCom on November 18, 2024.
Work on the project began in late November and is ongoing, with an anticipated completion date in early March.
Parking Lot Security Improvement Project – Staff is awaiting the UASI 2024 Subaward Agreement from the City of Los Angeles. Once the agreement is secured and approved, staff will proceed with a notice inviting bids for the project.
Next City Council Action: No additional City Council action required. Parking Lot Security Improvement Project – Approve the 2024 UASI Subaward agreement once received from the City of Los Angeles (estimated in early 2025).
Tentative Completion Date: Police Station Cameras/Access Control, March 2025; Parking Lot Security Improvement Project, December 2025.
Staff Project Lead: CJ Chiasson
Title: Law Enforcement Technology Improvements
Description: Handheld Ticket Writers – During the FY 2024-2025 Budget Process, the City Council approved an ongoing budget enhancement of $30,000 for the lease and integration of four handheld ticket writers into the Department’s Records Management System. This acquisition will reduce redundant labor for Records Bureau staff, minimize human errors in data transcription and entry, and allow staff to focus on other duties. Additionally, it will help the Department maintain timely compliance with federal and state regulations while enhancing its traffic enforcement capabilities.
eSubpoena – During the FY 2024-2025 Budget Process, the City Council approved a one-time enhancement of $7,320 and an ongoing enhancement of $4,000 for the purchase and integration of eSubpoena software. This software will increase administrative efficiency related to subpoena service and court notifications. This technology will also reduce data entry and human error in Subpoena tracking and record keeping and free up staff time for other responsibilities, benefiting both officers and the public.
Flock ALPR Camera System – (Moved to Completed Items in Attachment “C”) Status: The City Council approved a professional services agreement with Turbo Data Systems, Inc. (TDS) on November 18, 2024. All parties have signed the agreement and the Ticket Writers have been ordered. Delivery of devices is pending.
eSubpoena – Staff participated in a project kick-off meeting on October 10, 2024. A purchase order for the vendor has been issued. All users of the software have been identified, and their information has been submitted to the vendor for configuration. Installation of the software is pending at this time due to security concerns by IT. IT is working with the vendor to resolve these issues.
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Next City Council Action: Handheld Ticket Writers – No additional City Council action required. eSubpoena – No additional City Council action required.
Tentative Completion Date: Handheld Ticket Writers, February 2025; eSubpoena, February 2025 Staff Project Lead: Sylvia Ortega
Title: Police Department Overtime
Description: On August 19, 2024, the City Council approved an additional overtime allotment of $50,000. A resolution to appropriate the funds was subsequently approved by the City Council on September 3, 2024. The additional overtime is designated to address public safety concerns, specifically focusing on traffic and parking enforcement, DUI saturation patrols, enhanced investigative efforts, and crime suppression.
Status: On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, the San Fernando Police Department (SFPD) Special Enforcement Team (SET), Detective Bureau, and a California State Parole Agent conducted a 290 PC Sex Registrant Compliance Check in San Fernando. The team visited the residences of nine (9) sex registrants, including individuals on active parole, to verify their compliance with release conditions. One (1) individual was arrested for failing to meet registration requirements.
On September 5, 2024, the SFPD Detective Bureau, SET, several California State Parole Agents, and a Probation Officer conducted a Parole/Probation Compliance Check. The team visited five (5) residences, contacted four (4) parolees, and made one (1) arrest for a parole violation.
On October 10, 2024, SFPD officers conducted a Crime Suppression Detail focused on surveillance and patrol of high-crime areas within the City. The detail resulted in one (1) traffic stop and one (1) pedestrian stop with a narcotics arrest.
On October 12, 2024, SFPD conducted a Parking Enforcement Detail. During this detail, a Community Service Officer (CSO) assisted police officers with traffic control at a traffic collision, responded to one parking call for service, and issued 51 parking citations.
On Saturday, October 19, 2024, SFPD conducted a Parking Enforcement Detail. During this detail two Community Service Officers (CSO) issued 69 parking citations.
On Tuesday, October 22, 2024, one (1) SFPD officer conducted a Traffic Enforcement Detail throughout the city. The officer issued eight (8) traffic citations, impounded two (2) vehicles, and arrested one (1) individual for an outstanding warrant.
On Wednesday, October 23, 2024, an SFPD Officer conducted a Traffic Enforcement Detail throughout the city. The officer issued 12 traffic citations.
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On Thursday, October 31, 2024, SFPD officers provided high-visibility patrol, including foot and bicycle patrols in the area surrounding Orange Grove Avenue. Throughout the evening, officers interacted with community members and ensured that trick-or-treaters enjoyed a safe Halloween.
On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, SFPD’s Special Enforcement Team (SET) and Target Asset Protection Specialists conducted an undercover operation targeting shoplifters and organized retail theft at the San Fernando Target store. The operation resulted in the detention of six shoplifters, including three juveniles, one with an outstanding warrant. Another suspect was in possession of contraband. All suspects were arrested and booked for various theft-related offenses, and the stolen merchandise was recovered and returned to Target.
On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, an SFPD officer conducted a Traffic Enforcement Detail throughout the City.
On Saturday, November 16, 2024, SFPD conducted a Parking Enforcement Detail. During this detail, two (2) CSOs issued 71 parking citations.
On Thursday, November 21, 2024, SFPD officers conducted a Crime Suppression Detail focused on surveillance and patrol of high-crime areas within the City. Five traffic citations were issued.
On Friday, November 22, 2024, an SFPD officer conducted a Traffic Enforcement Detail throughout the City, which led to the issuance of nine citations and the arrest of an unlicensed driver.
On Monday, November 25, 2024, SFPD detectives conducted a Bike Patrol Detail, resulting in one warrant arrest.
On Thursday, December 5, 2024, SFPD detectives and officers conducted a search warrant at a pawn shop in Arleta. The search warrant resulted in the arrest of one suspect and the recovery of $27,497.94 in stolen property.
On Saturday, December 7, 2024, SFPD conducted a Parking Enforcement Detail. During this detail, an SFPD CSO issued 21 parking citations and impounded one vehicle for expired registration.
On Saturday, December 7, 2024, SFPD staff participated in the Tree Lighting event. Officers interacted with the community and provided additional security.
On Friday, December 13, 2024, SFPD conducted a DUI Saturation Patrol Detail, resulting in three arrests and three citations.
On Saturday, December 14, 2024, SFPD conducted a Parking Enforcement Detail. One CSO issued forty-four (44) parking citations.
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On Friday, December 20, 2024, SFPD’s Special Enforcement Team (SET) and Target Asset Protection Specialists conducted an undercover operation targeting shoplifters and organized retail theft at the San Fernando Target store. The operation resulted in one (1) felony arrest and one (1) misdemeanor arrest.
On Thursday, January 9, 2025, an SFPD officer conducted a Traffic Enforcement Detail throughout the City resulting in one (1) misdemeanor arrest, 10 traffic citations, and two (2) parking citations.
On Friday, January 10, 2025, SFPD conducted a Crime Suppression Detail focused on surveillance and patrol of high-crime areas within the City. Two (2) CRM’s and five (5) traffic stops were conducted.
On Saturday, January 11, 2025, SFPD conducted a Parking Enforcement Detail. During this detail, 45 parking citations were issued.
On Saturday, January 18, 2025, SFPD conducted a Parking Enforcement Detail. During this detail, 39 parking citations were issued and two (2) vehicles were impounded.
On Friday, January 20, 2025, SFPD conducted a Crime Suppression Detail focused on surveillance and patrol of high-crime areas within the City resulting in one (1) felony arrest from a FLOCK hit, one (1) impound, and one (1) CRM.
On Friday, January 24, 2025, an SFPD officer conducted a Traffic Enforcement Detail throughout the City resulting in one (1) misdemeanor arrest, 10 traffic citations, three (3) parking citations, and two (2) CRMs.
One (1) additional bicycle patrol detail and one (1) parking enforcement detail are pending.
Next City Council Action: No additional City Council action required.
Tentative Completion Date: January 2025
Staff Project Lead: Sylvia Ortega
Title: Police Officer Staffing Update
Description: During the FY 2024-2025 Budget Process, the City Council approved a recurring budget enhancement of $40,000 for a Police Corporal Program to support the Department's succession planning. Additionally, the City Council approved a one-time enhancement of $15,000 to boost recruitment efforts (including background investigations, polygraphs, psychological evaluations) aimed at filling personnel vacancies.
Status: Currently 32 sworn police officer positions are filled, with two (2) officers in various stages of field training and one (1) Police Recruit currently attending the Rio Hondo Police Academy.
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One (1) Level III Reserve Officer and one (1) full-time Police Officer were on boarded Tuesday, November 19, 2024.
Candidates for the Commander position have completed the recruiting and testing process.
Selection and promotions will be forthcoming.
A draft job specification for the Police Corporal position has been provided to the San Fernando Police Officers’ Association and is currently being reviewed.
Next City Council Action: The Police Corporal Review and approval of the Police Corporal job description, date to be determined.
Tentative Completion Date: February of 2025
Staff Project Lead: CJ Chiasson
Title: Mental Health Clinician Program
Description: This program will provide comprehensive mental health services to address crises related to mental health disorders, substance abuse, and homelessness. The initiative includes staffing mental health professionals who will accompany officers to provide specialized assistance in handling mental health crises, and enhancing overall public safety efforts.
The City’s partnership with Hope the Mission includes a 10-month contract to provide these services, with a total program budget of $512,165. This funding covers clinician services, homeless outreach, marketing, and transportation costs.
Status: On December 4, 2023, the City Council accepted Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Grant funds in the amount of $757,583 for a Mental Health Clinician Program. On October 21, 2024, the City Council approved a contract with Hope the Mission (HTM) for de-escalation training for officers, crisis intervention support during calls for service, case follow-up, and community engagement to raise awareness of mental health resources. The Department has worked with Hope the Mission to solidify partnership protocols. Training on protocols will begin the week of February 3, 2025.
Next City Council Action: No additional City Council action is required.
Tentative Completion Date: September 29, 2025
Staff Project Lead: Jen Spatig
Title: UASI EOC 2023
Description: Additional information will be provided as part of the next update on February 18, 2025.
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Status:
Next City Council Action:
Tentative Completion Date:
Staff Project Lead: CJ Chiasson
Recreation & Community Services.
No updates provided.
Finance.
Title: Enterprise Resource Planning Software (Finance System) Description: The City’s current financial system, Tyler Eden, will no longer be supported effective March 2027. In preparation, Staff will focus on awarding a professional services agreement and initiating implementation for replacement of the Project goals for Phase I of this transition will focus primarily on development of General Ledger – Financials and data migration. Through the Adopted Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget, the City Council approved funding for system replacement for $100,000 towards implementation expenses and $40,000 in ongoing software subscription costs.
Status: Staff held initial demonstrations with three (3) software vendors specializing in municipal government financial systems in June and July. Based on evaluations, two (2) vendors were invited to present onsite in August and September. The City Council approved a contract for award of software and implementation services with Tyler Technologies ERP at the November 18, 2024 meeting.
Next City Council Action: No additional City Council action required.
Tentative Completion Date: A project kickoff is being scheduled for April 2025. Implementation time is anticipated to take up to 24 months across three (3) phases: Phase 1 – Financials; Phase 2 – Utility Billing; and Phase 3 – Human Resources/Payroll.
Staff Project Lead: Art Ziyalov
Title: Update on City’s OPEB/Pension Liabilities
Description: The City provides full-time employees with a defined benefit pension through the California Public Employee’s Retirement System (CalPERS) and pays other post-employment benefits (OPEB) to certain retirees or a group of retirees for health care costs. City Council has requested an informational presentation on OPEB actuarial report and related investments from the City’s financial advisor.
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Status: Staff is in coordination with the City’s actuarial services consultant, Foster & Foster, in the development of the updated valuation reporting for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. Initial data has been provided to the consultant, which is being used to generate reporting and disclosure issues and assists the City with understanding the financial statement impact, the effect of actuarial assumptions and methodology, development of funding policies and recommended contributions, and a review of the plan design.
Next City Council Action: Staff anticipates a final report for presentation to City Council by February 21, 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: February 2025
Staff Project Lead: Erica Melton
Title: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Allocations (Moved to Completed Items in Attachment “C”)
Title: Online Bill Payment System (Paymentus)
Description: Currently, the City provides water and sewer utility customers with the option to pay utility bills in person at City Hall, by mail, by direct debit from a checking account or via drop box. In person, only cash, checks, and debit cards are accepted for payment. The City Council adopted the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024 Budget, which included a Finance Department Work Plan objective to identify a utility payment software solution to provide residents with expanded payment options for credit card and online payments.
Status: On October 16, 2023, the City Council approved an agreement with Paymentus Corporation for online payment services. Due to staff turnover, however, the vendor did not countersign the agreement until December 2023 and the kickoff did not occur until January 2024.
The implementation of the system also proved challenging due to the City’s current financial accounting system, which has limitations due to impending retirement in March 2027. Staff was able to develop an alternative method for integration through its cashiering system, but system testing was halted because of issues that arose during the transition of IT Managed Services, which have not yet been resolved. With a new IT service provider, this project has been prioritized with testing in its final phase with an expected roll out in February 2025.
Next City Council Action: No additional City Council action required.
Tentative Completion Date: February 2025
Staff Project Lead: Art Ziyalov
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BUDGET IMPACT:
There is no additional budget impact to receiving and filing this status report. All reported enhancements, projects, and priorities currently have sufficient funding as appropriated through the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Adopted Budget.
CONCLUSION:
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this status update on enhancements, projects and City Council priorities and provide direction, as appropriate.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. My San Fernando App Work Order Reports
B. ARPA – Expenditure Plan & Status Report
C. Completed Items
D. Expiring Contracts
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24-Feb 24-Mar 24-Apr 24-May 24-Jun 24-Jul 24-Aug 24-Sep 24-Oct 24-Nov 24-Dec 25-Jan Total Building Code Violation 6 5 8 10 12 13 15 16 23 25 4 3 140 Homelessness Outreach 20 16 10 14 8 21 12 17 37 8 9 11 183 Property Maintenance 000000000000 0
Total - Community Development 26 21 18 24 20 34 27 33 60 33 13 14 323Abandoned Vehicle 12 3 6 3 3 6 13 10 9 7 3 1 76 Total - Police 12 3 6 3 3 6 13 10 9 7 3 1 76Bus Stop/Shelter Maintenance 000000030001 4 City Trees 0 4 2 5 3 9 8 14 12 6 19 9 91
Graffiti and Sign Posting on P 66 50 56 60 52 82 95 93 70 39 27 31 721 Graffiti on Private Property 53 68 59 42 56 54 49 61 89 55 49 28 663 Illegal Dumping and Litter 64 49 69 60 55 99 90 98 86 71 47 41 829 Park Maintenance 0 6 4 0 2 2 1 15 3 2 2 0 37
Sidewalk Repair 6 9 7 8 7 11 6 18 23 4 4 0 103Storm Drain and Flooding 101200403011 13 Street Lighting 12 14 5 7 15 15 12 18 9 24 12 14 157
Street Repair 11 38 5 4 9 8 6 11 5 6 7 1 111
Street Signage 1 0 3 2 4 17 7 2 4 3 2 2 47
Traffic Signal 100042284254 32
Total - Public Works 215 238 211 190 207 299 280 341 308 212 175 132 2808Total All Topics 253 262 235 217 230 339 320 384 377 252 191 147 3207PolicePublic WorksAll Topics One Year Analysis of Opened Requests
Ending January 2025
Community Development
ATTACHMENT "A"
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ATTACHMENT "B"
ITEM STATUS PROJECT/PROGRAM BUDGETED REVISED BUDGET SPENT CONTRACTED REV BALANCE 1 Complete Annual Street Repavement - Phase II 1,007,232 1,007,232 1,007,232 - -2 Complete COVID-19 Relief/Response Reimbursement 205,940 205,940 205,940 - - 3 Complete Layne Park Revitalization Project 200,341 200,000 200,000 - - 4 Complete Council Chambers/AV Upgrade 24,981 24,981 24,981 - - 5 In Progress Upper Reservoir Project 850,000 850,000 753,988 96,013 -6 In Progress Homeless Outreach Services 300,000 300,000 145,974 154,026 - 7 In Progress Pioneer Park Project 254,961 255,235 - 255,235 - 8 In Progress Downtown Master Plan 250,000 250,000 135,205 114,795 - 9 Complete Annual Street Repavement - Phase III 250,000 250,000 250,000 - - 10 In Progress Technology Improvements 179,845 179,845 31,171 148,674 - 11 In Progress Las Palmas & Rec Park Generator Project 150,000 150,000 68,561 81,439 -12 In Progress City Mobile App - Virtual San Fernando 148,200 148,200 52,574 95,626 -13 Complete Feasibility Study - New City Park Space 50,000 49,592 49,592 - - 14 In Progress Sidewalk Repairs 1,006,900 1,016,595 - 1,016,595 -15 In Progress First Time Home Buyer & Rehab Loan Program Revolv 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 - 21 In Progress Bus Shelter Project 114,939 114,939 - 114,939 - 16 In Progress Las Palmas HVAC Project 400,000 399,848 284,280 115,568 - 17 In Progress Citywide Curb Repainting 200,000 200,000 178,709 21,291 - 18 In Progress City Hall Beautification 100,000 99,770 99,770 - -19 In Progress Park IT Server Room Transition 50,000 45,909 33,459 12,450 -20 In Progress Wifi at LP & Recreation Park w/Computer Rooms 25,000 20,254 - 20,254 - Total 5,818,339 $ 5,818,339 3,252,197 $ 2,566,142 $ - $ NOTE: Per City Council direction, remaining balances from completed projects have been directed to the Sidewalk Repairs. Changes from original budget are denoted in blue.
All funds have been fully contracted by December 31, 2024, per ARPA guidelines. Staff will continue to report on expenditures through the December 31, 2026 deadline.
ARPA Expenditure Plan & Status Report
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ATTACHMENT “C”
COMPLETED ITEMS
Changes to each project since the last meeting have been tracked and are shown in red City Manager’s Office & City Clerk’s Office.
Title: City Council Office Redesign
Description: During the FY 2023-2024 budget process, the City Council approved an enhancement to redesign the City Council office to be suitable to host City related meetings. The budget allocation for this program is $5,000.
Status: On May 20, 2024, the City Council authorized staff to move forward with the renovation based on the five (5) desk design presented during the meeting. The City Council Office is substantially complete and is ready for use. The final remaining action is to add the City seal and logo to the office walls.
Next City Council Action: N/A
Completion Date: Completed in September 2024
Title: Records Retention Policy Update
Description: During the FY 2024-2025 budget process, the City Council approved funding to update the City’s 25-year-old Citywide Records Retention Policy. A records retention policy update involves a thorough review of the current policy to identify necessary revisions due to changes in laws, regulations, or organizational needs and ensures compliance with legal and industry standards, revises retention schedules for various record types, and clearly defines staff roles in records management. The update also includes procedures for managing digital records, securing sensitive information, and properly disposing of or archiving records. Additionally, it outlines plans for staff training, communication, and regular audits to ensure ongoing compliance and effective records management. The budget allocation for this project is $10,000.
Status: On January 21, 2025, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 8359 approving updates to the Records Retention and Destruction Policy.
Next City Council Action: No additional City Council action required at this time.
Completion Date: January 2025
Staff Project Lead: Julia Fritz
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2 Community Development Department.
Title: Animal Control Contract Management
Description: The City contracts with the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care & Control (DACC) to provide animal control services. Services include field services for animal care and control, including enforcement of state statutes and municipal animal control ordinances, dead animal pickup, and licensing fee canvassing and collection. In addition, kennel and animal shelter services at Los Angeles County shelters, which accept all animals delivered for impoundment from within the City boundaries 24 hours per day is included in the service agreement. Based on City Council direction, staff reported on research related to alternative service providers and determined entering into contracts with other service providers was not feasible for reasons outlined in the agenda report. On May 6, 2024, the City Council approved a five-year Agreement (through June 30, 2029) to provide animal care and control services to the City.
Status: Staff has continued to search potential non-profits or other entities to assist with trapping of the feral cats for the purposes of having them spade or neutered. Unfortunately, to date there has not been one identified. It should be noted that at the Strategic Goals and Budget Session on February 12, 2024, additional animal control services for trapping and relocation was included as a potential area to be funded by available discretionary funds. However, this effort was not funded through the FY 2024-2025 budget process.
Next City Council Action: N/A
Completion Date: Completed in June 2024
Title: CDBG Neighborhood Cleanup Program
Description: Annually, CDBG program guidelines require that the City Council approve the planned programming expenditures for the upcoming fiscal year. In May 2024, the City Council approved the FY 2024-2025 CDBG Programs, which included the Neighborhood Cleanup Program. The budget allocation for this program is $25,808.
Status: The agreement has been executed. Eight (8) applications have been approved. Scheduling has begun. Staff continuously receives applications.
Next City Council Action: No additional City Council action required at this time.
Completion Date: June 2025
Title: New Position – Planning Manager
Description: During the FY 2024-2025 budget process, City Council approved a new Planning Manager position to oversee the development and implementation of land use, zoning, and urban design policies, managing long range planning projects (e.g. zoning code and zoning map amendments, general plan updates), supervise the Planning and Building & Safety Divisions, and review development proposals to ensure they align with the City's regulatory requirements and comply with local, state, and federal regulations. The budget allocation for this position is $185,000 per year.
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3 Status: At the regular City Council meeting of October 21, 2024, the City Council approved the job specification. On October 30, 2024, the job flyer was posted on the City’s website, GovernmentJobs and American Planning Association. It has been submitted and is under review to be posted on the APA CA Los Angeles Chapter. The deadline for first round consideration was November 27, 2024. First round interviews were conducted on December 19, 2024. Second interviews were conducted with the top three (3) candidates and a top candidate has been selected.
Next steps are to issue an offer letter and work with Human Resources to complete a reference check and background, and onboard the new employee.
Next City Council Action: No City Council action required at this time.
Tentative Completion Date: March 2025.
Staff Project Lead: Erika Ramirez
Finance.
Title: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Allocations
Description: The City has received a total of $5,818,339 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.
Through the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget Study Sessions, City Council provided direction on the current ARPA Expenditure Plan (see Attachment “B”). Subsequent recommendations were provided at the July 15, 2024 City Council Meeting to reduce funding from the First Time Homebuyer Support & Rehab Loan Revolving Fund (Project #15) from $100,000 to $50,000 and increase the Sidewalks Repairs (Project #14) from $1,071,839 to $1,121,839. Per City Council direction, all remaining balances from completed projects will be directed for use to the Sidewalk Repairs (Project #14).
Status: Status updates regarding each approved project and associated budget are enclosed in Attachment “B”.
Next City Council Action: All ARPA funds have been contracted by the December 31, 2024 deadline. Staff will continue to use this report to ensure funds are fully expended by the December 31, 2026 deadline.
Tentative Completion Date: All funds must fully expended by December 31, 2026.
Staff Project Lead: Erica Melton
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Title: Narcotics Incinerator
Description: During the FY 2024-2025 Budget Process, the City Council approved a one-time enhancement of $11,937 for a drug disposal program, funded through Opioid Settlement Funds.
This program will involve purchasing a smokeless narcotics incinerator for the police department to safely dispose of prescription and illicit drugs. The incinerator will eliminate the need to store narcotics at the department until a disposal operation can be organized, which previously required 8 to 10 armed officers to transport drugs to Long Beach—the nearest facility, which is no longer operational. This enhancement will allow the police department to dispose of narcotics and prescription medications on-site, benefiting both the department and the community.
Status: The narcotics incinerator has been purchased and was delivered on September 9, 2024.
Next City Council Action: No further action is necessary.
Tentative Completion Date: Completed in September 2024.
Title: Law Enforcement Technology Improvements
Description: Flock ALPR Camera System – On September 14, 2023, the City received a grant from the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Organized Retail Theft (ORT) Program, allocating $340,050 for the lease, installation, and implementation of Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR). The City Council subsequently approved a Master Services Agreement with Flock Safety for the installation and maintenance of 37 Fixed ALPRs throughout the City.
Status: Flock ALPR Camera System – All 37 cameras are now installed and operational.
Next City Council Action: Flock ALPR Camera System – No additional City Council action required.
Completion Date: Flock ALPR Camera System - Installation Completed September 2024 Public Works Department.
Title: Civic Center Beautification (Painting) Project
Description: The Civic Center Beautification Project includes minor wall repairs, pressure washing block walls, painting the exterior of City Hall and the Police Department, and applying wood stain to wood surfaces. City Hall and the Police Department will remain open for business during the project.
Status: On August 5, 2024, the City Council awarded a contract to US National Corp. The project began September 2024. Staff obtained a quote from US National Corp to paint the entrance lobby of City Hall and the exterior of the Police Station. The change order amount came within the projects’ budgeted amount and will proceed with the work. At the October 21 City Council meeting, a color selection was made for the San Fernando Police Department. Additional February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 105 of 298
5 modification, including color changes, relocation of the city seal at the frontage of the building and the additional of lettering to the city hall building were requested. The contractor provided updated renderings of the proposed exterior paint scheme for City Hall, which were approved by City Council on November 18, 2024. Work began on the improvement on November 26, 2024.
Next City Council Action: Notice of Completion is expected to be presented to City Council in March 2025.
Tentative Completion Date: January 2025
Staff Project Lead: Manuel Fabian
Title: Position Reclassification: Convert Four (4) Part-Time Maintenance Workers to Two (2) Full-Time Maintenance Workers for Graffiti and Tree Maintenance Description: Converting four (4) part-time maintenance workers into two (2) full-time maintenance workers to two (2) full time positions for graffiti and tree maintenance positions.
Status: Positions have been filled new hires are being on boarded.
Next City Council Action: No City Council action anticipated.
Tentative Completion Date: October 31, 2024.
Title: Street Resurfacing Project – Phase 3
Description: The Phase 3 Annual Street Resurfacing Project has been completed. The project involves a three-step process of asphalt slurry that help to fill, level, and create a more acceptable travel surface to the road at a significant reduction in price, when compared to traditional overlays. The work covereds approximately two (2) miles of street. In addition to paving activities, new striping and pavement markings will bewas installed, which included refreshing of house numbers on the curbs along the project limits.
The streets that formed part of the base bid included:
• First Street between North Maclay Avenue and Hubbard Avenue • Macneil Street between Third Street and Library Street • Kalisher Street between San Fernando Road and Hewitt Street and between Griffith Street and South City Limits
• Second Street between North Huntington Street and Hubbard Avenue • San Fernando Road between Kittridge Street and South Brand Boulevard • Hubbard Avenue between First Street and Fourth Street • Fourth Street between Hubbard Avenue and North Workman Street • Fourth Street between North Maclay Avenue and North Brand Boulevard • Chatsworth Drive between San Fernando Road and South City Limits • Hubbard Avenue Access Road between Second Street and Fourth Street February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 106 of 298
6 Status: Construction began on July 8, 2024. The contractor has completed all paving operations of the contract. Contractor is currently working on punch list items completed the project, including punch list items..
Next City Council Action: Acceptance of the project is tentatively scheduled for January 2025.
Completion Date: October 2024 (Construction) Completed November 2024 Recreation & Community Services.
Title: Afterschool Teen Program
Description: During the FY 2024-2025 Budget process, the City Council approved an Afterschool Teen Program that provides a safe, structured environment for activities. The program convenes Monday through Friday, regularly in the hours after school of 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and offers activities to help youth between the ages of 11 and 17 learn new skills, and develop into responsible adults. Activities are recreational, educational, cultural and social and may cover topics such as sports, technology, reading, math, science and the arts. This will be a healthy and positive environment where any San Fernando teen can come and engage in positive activities.
Status: Staff recruitments were opened and completed. Staff were identified and are in the onboarding process. Staff training will follow as we work on weekly activity curriculum. Flyer and marketing narrative are in the process of being approved and program equipment, materials and supplies are being procured.
Next City Council Action: No additional City Council action required.
Completion Date: Program launched on Monday, October 7, 2024.
Title: Park Opportunity Plan
Description: The Park Opportunity Plan (POP) project aims to revitalize urban spaces in the City by conducting a comprehensive land inventory in order to identify opportunities for future use and development. In parallel, the project fostered deep community engagement through activities like walk audits, focus groups, and workshops. The final deliverable includes the land and open space inventory, the SFPOP final report, and new concepts and designs for at least three open spaces.
Status: The Land and Open Space Inventory project is on schedule. The consultant prepared the final report, which was presented to the Parks, Wellness and Recreation Commission on September 12, 2024. On October 7, 2024, the City Council received and filed the final Park Opportunity Plan.
Next City Council Action: No additional City Council action required.
Completion Date: Completed October 7, 2024
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Contract
No.
Effective
Date
Expiration
Date
Company name
Description of Services
Contract
Amount
"Not to Exceed"
Extendable Approved By
CC or Admin
Dept. Procurement
Process
Notes
2052 2/7/2022 2/7/2025 Karina Sweeping Company
Sweeping Services at City-Owned ParkingLots, Alleys, and Trash Enclosures(Council Opted in for Curbs along bothsides of Maclay between 1st Street and4th Street) $87,600.00 (2) one-year extensions CC PW
2124(c) 1/9/2025 2/25/2025 MLA Green, Inc. dba Studio-MLA Third Amendment for ConstructionEngineering Support Services for SFPacoima Wash Bikeway and PedestrianPath Project $122,480.00 - Admin PW Extending Term
2285 8/19/2024 2/28/2025 Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. Citywide Traffic Signal Synchronization Project, Job No. 7603, Plan No. P-745 $912,750.00 - CC PW Kenneth confirmed end of February 2025 to complete project 2230 2/29/2024 3/1/2025 J&B Landscaping Neighborhood Clean-Up! Program $25,000.00 Two add'l 1yr terms Admin CD 2060(a) 10/16/2023 3/16/2025 Willdan Financial Services First Amendment for Cost Allocation Plan and User Fee Study (Increasing Comp) $48,000.00 Renewal Option CC FIN 1947(c) 3/20/2024 3/19/2025 Everbridge
Addendum 3 to Contract ServicesAgreement for Mass Notification System(Renewal) $13,159.00 - Admin PD
2289 9/3/2024 3/25/2025 Onyx Paving Company, Inc.
Fog Seal Coating of City Parking Lots, JobNo. 7627 (City Lots 3, 5, 6N, 7, 8, 9, 10,City Hall Parking Lot & Police Parking Lot $552,560.00 - CC PW
11/19/2024: NTP on January 20, 2024, completion w/in 45 working days 2068 4/18/2022 3/30/2025
State of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Funding Related to the Calles Verdes:City of San Fernando Urban ForestManagement Plan $288,775.53 - CC PW
2265 7/1/2024 3/31/2025 Willdan Engineering
Construction Management, Inspection,Labor Compliance and Material TestingServices for the Traffic SignalModifications - 9 Locations HighwaySafety Improvement Project: FederalProject No. HSIPL-5202(019) $202,191.00 - CC PW
Commence w/in 3 calendar days of NTP
ATTACHMENT "D"
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2284 8/19/2024 4/2/2025 Carrier Corporation
HVAC Upgrades and Roof Replacementat Las Palmas Park (Sourcewell ContractNo. 070121-CAR) $385,225.00 - CC PW
NTP on 1/3/2025, complete w/in 60 working days
2334 12/30/2024 4/30/2025 Ace Construction & Maintenance Inc Electrical Work at Recreation Park for Server Room Transition $24,307.00 - Admin PW2082 7/5/2022 5/1/2025 TreePeople Development of the City of San Fernando Urban Forest Management Plan $273,775.53 - CC PW 2221 5/1/2024 5/1/2025 Community Bridge Housing Corp. Temporary Housing Services $12,000.00 1 yr extension Admin CD 2244 5/22/2024 5/22/2025 Civica Law Group, APC Code Enforcement Legal Services $24,900.00 - Admin CD2166 5/23/2023 5/23/2025 Frontier Communications of America, Inc. One Flat Rate Business Access Line - Main Line $179.94/month - Admin FIN 2148(a) 5/23/2024 5/23/2025 North Valley Caring Services First Amendment for Street Outreach for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness $175,000.00 No Admin CD 2144 4/3/2023 5/31/2025 City of Los Angeles 2022 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Grant Program $141,466.00 - CC PD 2236 4/2/2024 5/31/2025 Rincon Consultants, Inc. Climate Action and Resilience Plan (CARP) - Phase 2 and CEQA Review $351,598.00 - CC CD Filed with Contract No. 2116 - CARP Phase 1
1937(a) 12/2/2024 6/12/2025 Black & White Towing, Inc. First Amendment for Vehicle Towing and Secure Storage Services Per Fee Schedule - CC PD Not Applicable 2336 1/21/2025 6/25/2025 Robert D. Niehaus Inc. Water and Sewer Rate Utility Study $59,440.00 - CC PW RFP 2057(b) 6/9/2023 6/30/2025 Joe Mar Polygraph & Investigation Services, Inc. Second Amendment for Polygraph Services $2,500.00 - Admin PD
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2189 7/1/2020 6/30/2025 State of California Department of Parks and Recreation Grant Contract for Las Palmas Revitalization Project (Contract No C9803056 & Project No SW-19-066) $4,234,980.00 - CC RCS 2056(d) 1/3/2024 6/30/2025 Arroyo Background Investigations Fourth Amendment for POST Background Investigation for Sworn and Civilian Applicants $15,000/FY add'l 3 yrs Admin PD 2238(a) 4/2/2024 6/30/2025 State of California Department of Parks and Recreation Amendment No. 1 for Grant Contract for
San Fernando Family Hike andWildlife/Environment (Project Number HL19-015, Contract No C9781009) (Extending term)
$26,486.00 Yes Admin RCS
2256 7/1/2024 6/30/2025 Canon Usa Yearly Maintenance Agreement for 5 SFPD Copiers $4,560.00 - Admin CLK Filed with Contract No. 2134
2262 7/1/2024 6/30/2025 Liebert Cassidy Whitmore Special Services Agreement for FY 2024- 2025 Employment Relations Consortium $4,425.00 - CC PER 2195(a) 7/1/2024 6/30/2025 A&M Catering
First Amendment for Catering Services forLas Palmas Senior Dinner Dances(extending term) $50,000.00 No Admin RCS
2267 7/1/2024 6/30/2025 Department of California Highway Patrol (CHP) Grant Agreement for the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program to Support Traffic Enforcement Details $103,412.20 - CC PD 2274 7/2/2024 6/30/2025 Juan Perez Montelongo (JP818Sports) Basketball Referee and Scorekeeping Services $12,500.00 - Admin RCS 2275 7/2/2024 6/30/2025 Juan L. Mora Baseball Instruction, Consultant and Umpire Services $24,000.00 - Admin RCS 2188(a) 8/27/2024 6/30/2025 Tetra Mechanical
First Amendment for HVAC Service andRepair for All City Owned Buildings(Extending term) $24,900.00 - Admin PW
2084(b) 8/30/2024 6/30/2025 Major Metropolitan Security Second Amendment fo Security Alarm Services at all Building (Extending Term) $8,164.00 - Admin PW 2293 7/1/2024 6/30/2025 Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Alcohol Policing Partnership Program $60,000.00 - CC PD
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2102(b) 10/10/2024 6/30/2025 Duke's Root Control Inc.
Second Amendment for Sewer rootfoaming of connections between Citysewer mains and easements $17,566.82 - Admin PW
2315 10/29/2024 6/30/2025 Dickerson McCulloch & Associates, LLC Investigative Services $20,000.00 - Admin PER 2125(a) 11/25/2024 6/30/2025 Brite Star/XMASPROS
First Amendment for Installation of holidaydecorations on Maclay Street (Extendingterm) $13,440.00 - Admin PW Extending Term
1903(b) 1/9/2025 6/30/2025 Omnigo Software Information Technologies, LLC Second Amendment for Hosted services of CAD, RMS, Mobile and Auto-tagging $28,034.06 NA Admin PD Extending Term & Increasing Comp 2337 1/21/2025 6/30/2025 HR Dynamics & Performance Management, Inc. San Fernando Leadership Academy Organization Development and Facilitation $20,450.00 - Admin FIN RFQ 2133 2/6/2023 -
San Fernando Community Hospital dba San Fernando Community Health Center (SFCHC)
Letter Agreement to Consent to
Alterations of property located at 732 MottSt. for the installation and operation ofSolar Energy Generation - - CC ADM
Added to Contract Folder No. 1898
2133(a) 2/6/2023 -
Tenant: San Fernando Community Hospital dba San Fernando Community Health Center (SFCHC)Provider: Collective Energy Development, LLC Disclaimer Agreement agreeing System(Solar Energy Generation) and allcomponents are the personal property ofProvider $10.00 - CC ADM
Added to Contract Folder No. 1898
2143 3/22/2023 - Rina Cano, Owner
Repealed & replaced with Contract No.2159Settlement Agreement and GeneralRelease - Rina Cano, 1425 Griffith St. -Sewer Lateral -- Admin PW
MANDATORY 50 YR RETENTION (YEAR 2073)
2159 5/22/2023 - Rina Cano, Owner
Replacement & Substitution of SettlementAgreement and General Release ofContract No. 2143 - Rina Cano, 1425Griffith St. - Sewer Lateral -- Admin PW
MANDATORY 50 YR RETENTION (YEAR 2073)
2174 6/20/2023 - North Valley Caring Services Transfer Agreement and Waiver and Release - Vehicle Donation - - CC CD Filed w Contract No. 2148
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2200 9/18/2023 - .Gov Domain Registration c/o Verisign, Inc. .GOV Domain Name for City of San Fernando (Mailed letter) - - Admin FIN/IT2282 8/5/2024 - Kroger OpioIds Implementation Administrator New National Opioid Settlement $75,000.00 - CC CA2316 11/18/2024 30 days from NTP R.C. Becker Inc. Bus Shelter Construction Project, Job No. 7609 $382,541.73 - CC PW Notice Inviting Bids 2264 7/1/2024 418 days from NTP Brightly Software Inc. Citywide Facility Condition Assessment Consulting Services (Sourcewell Contract Reference No. 090320-SDI) $27,222.00 - CC PW Commence w/in 3 calendar days of NTP, and completed w/in 418 days from NTP 2225 2/20/2024
Commence
w/in 10
calendar days
of NTP, work
shall be
completed by
45 working
days
Zetroc Electric, LLC
New Generator Installation at Las PalmasPark and Recreation Park (SourcewellNumber 092222-GNR) $121,475.00 - CC PW
Commence w/in 10 calendar days of NTP, work shall be completed by 45 working days 2252 6/4/2024 Final Approval by City Ojos Locos Sports Cantina (Applicant) and Impact Sciences Inc. (Consultant) Preparation of Environmental Review Documents (CEQA) at 104 S. Maclay Ave (Project #SPR2024-007) $0.00 - Admin CD2254 6/12/2024 Final Approval by City Aszkenazy Development Inc. (Applicant) and Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. (Consultant) Preparation of Environmental Review Documents (CEQA) at 208 Jessie Street $0.00 - Admin CD2273 7/19/2024 Final Approval by City Midland Contractors Inc (Applicant) and Chambers Group Inc (Consultant) Agreement for the Preparation of Environmental Review Documents Project Location: 833 N. Brand Blvd; Project # SPR2024-001 $0.00 - Admin CD2296 9/18/2024 Final Approval by City Karnail Chand & Saroj B Trs (Applicant) and Chambers Group Inc. (Consultant) Preparation of Environmental Review Documents (CEQA) at 228 Jessie St. APN: 2519-020-011 (Project #SPR2023- 053) $0.00 - Admin CD2313 11/18/2024 Final Approval by City Midland Contractors Inc (Applicant) and Chambers Group Inc (Consultant) Preparation of Environmental Review Documents (CEQA) at 319 N. Hagar Street, APN: 2520-022-011 $0.00 - Admin CD Not Applicable
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2327 11/22/2024 Final Approval by City San Fernando Recovery (Applicant) and Chambers Group Inc (Consultant) Agreement for the Preparation of Environmental Review Documents (CEQA) Project Location: 732-762 Griswold $0.00 - Admin CD Not Applicable 2001 10/18/2021 indefinite
California Community Economic Development Association (CCEDA) Implement local micro and small businessgrant program, and technical assistance tosupport the City's economic development $25,000.00 RCS
LOCATE ELECTRONIC COPY
2151 5/1/2023 indefinite Shuster Advisory Group, LLC Consultant Services for OPEB Trust $24,000/FY - CC FIN2034 12/25/2008 Month to Month Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) Los Angeles County MetropolitanTransportation Authority Metro Pass SellerAgreement - Sell Metro Paper Passes Admin ADM
2182 7/20/2023 N/A
Sandra Finch, an individual, (“Claimant”) for and on behalf of herself and the Calderon/Shaug Families Release Liability Agreement regarding:Grace Shaug Calderon is the originalowner/lender of various personal itemsthat were loaned for an indefinite period oftime to the Lopez Adobe Historical Site $0.00 N/A
Admin/
Parks
Wellness
Commission
RCS
1991 8/2/2021 Project Completion Los Angeles County Flood Control District San Fernando Regional Park Infiltration Project (Grant) $1,029,764.00 - CC PW 2098 8/10/2022 Project Completion Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Program Supplement No. F014 toAdministering Agency-State Agreementfor Federal-Aid Project no. 07-5202F15(Project No. ATPL-5202(020) - PacoimaWash Access Road from Fourth St toEighth St $2,486,000.00 - Admin PW
Replace signature page when Caltrans signs
2199 9/22/2023 Project Completion State of California Department of Transportation Funds Transfer Agreement - Budget Act of
2022 (the Act) from the State General
Fund to Caltrans, to be allocated to SanFernando for the Pacoima Wash Pedestrian Bridge
$7,500,000.00 CC ADM
2218 12/5/2023 Project Completion Climate Resolve, Fernandeño- Tataviam Band of Mission Indians, and Pacoima Beautiful Partnership Agreement for the Partnership Structure for the SF Climate Action Resilience Plan Project -Admin ADM/C D 2177 7/17/2023
Through
expediture of
Grant Funds
Northeast Valley Health Corporation
State of California Department HealthCare Services Appropriation $5,000,000.00 - CC ADM
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Through
expediture of
Grant Funds
Northeast Valley Health Corporation
Addendum to MOU regarding State ofCalifornia Department Health CareServices Appropriation $5,000,000.00 - CC ADM
2317 11/18/2024
Through
expediture of
Grant Funds
Los Angeles County Flood Control District (LACFCD)
MOU for Well 3 Nitrate RemovalTreatment System Grant Funds $750,000.00 - CC PW Grant Replace signature following LACFCD signing
2212 11/15/2023 Until Project Completion 4Leaf, Inc. Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS) $9,900.00 - Admin CD 2212(a) 8/30/2024 Until Project Completion 4Leaf, Inc. First Amendment Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS) (Increasing compensation $17,160.00 - Admin CD 2128 8/18/2016 Until Terminated Urban Futures, Inc. Analystics & Compliance Solutions On-Going Continuing Disclosure Services for annual reporting $950.00 - FIN Director FIN Originally approved by Finance Director, Sandra R. forwarded to Clerk's Office for filing 1984 5/3/2021 Until Terminated 1100 Truman Street, LLC
One-Way Access Agreement for Access
to City Parking Lot (Drive Aisle to connectAPNs 2521-034-007 & 2521-034-009 toCity Lot No. 5) -- CC PW
1698(a1) 1/1/2023 Until Terminated Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP (OMLO) Second Amendment for attorney services (Compensation) Partners/Associate ($216) & Parelegals ($103) -Admin ADM Nick signed hardcopy & Julie emailed to OMLO 2149 5/1/2023 Until Terminated Shuster Advisory Group, LLC and ALTA Trust Company Adoption Agreement for the MultipleEmployer OPEB/Pension 115 Trust &Trust Administrative Services Agreementto Provide Post-Employment Health andWelfare Benefits (OPEB) $5,000/plan max - CC FIN
1698(b) 11/28/2023 Until Terminated Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP (OMLO) Second Amendment for City Attorney Services (Amended Schedule of Rate & Charges) Per Rate Schedule - CC ADM 2234 3/20/2024 Until Terminated The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) Greater Los Angeles Homeless Management Information System (LA HMIS) Continuums of Care (CoC) $0.00 - Admin CD2269 7/15/2024 Until Terminated County of Los Angeles MOU & Funding Agreement to Participate in Taskforce for Regional Autotheft Prevention (TRAP) -- CC PD Replace signature after LA County signs
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2270 7/19/2024 Until Terminated US Bank
Establish P-Card Program (NASPO ValuePoint State of California ParticipatingAddendum 7-20-99-42 Local AgencySubsidary Agmt) $0.00 - Admin FIN
1906(b) 9/16/2024 Until Terminated Nick Kimball, City Manager Second Amendment to Employment Agreement - City Manager $251,767.00 - CC ATTY 2314 8/22/2013 Until Terminated Federico Ramirez Employment Agreement for Community Development Director Salary - ADM Executed administratively, adding Contract Number
2335 1/6/2025 Until Terminated Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD) Grant Agreement for Measure A Annual Allocation - CC RCS Grant2303 2/26/2021 Upon
Completion of
Project
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) Letter of Agreement for Federal Projects
Programmed Through the LACMTA Callfor Projects (San Fernando PacoimaWash Bike Path ID# F1505,LOA.P00F1505) $1,513,000.00 - Admin PW
Filed as Administrative Contract, Added a Contract Number and moved to correct folder
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RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT 208 PARK AVENUE, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1290 WWW.SFCITY.ORG
AGENDA REPORT
REVIEW: ☒ Finance Director ☒ Deputy City Manager ☒ City Manager To: Mayor Mary Mendoza and Councilmembers
From: Nick Kimball, City Manager
By: Julio Salcedo, Director of Recreation and Community Service Maria Calleros, Executive Assistant
Date: February 3, 2025
Subject: Consideration to Authorize Submittal of a Grant Application to the National Endowment for the Arts to Support the Mariachi Master Apprentice Program RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council authorize the preparation and submittal of a grant application to the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) in the amount of $57,000 to support the Mariachi Master Apprentice Program (MMAP).
BACKGROUND:
1. Since 2001, the City has received grant funds annually from both the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and the California Arts Council (CAC) to support the City’s MMAP. As a recipient of several awards at both the state and national level, MMAP continues to reflect a positive image on the City.
2. In December 2024, the NEA announced the Call for Proposals for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-2027 Grants for Arts Projects Program (Attachment “A”).
3. In early December 2024, the application package became available on Grants.gov. Phase one of the application process is due on February 13, 2025, which is used to verify that the City is qualified to apply for NEA funding. The application portal will be open from February 19, 2025 to February 26, 2025, at which time staff will be able to submit the grant application.
ANALYSIS:
Mariachi Master Apprentice Program (MMAP).
MMAP connects Grammy award-winning mariachi masters with young music students to preserve the mariachi music genre. Mariachi Los Camperos provides instruction on traditional mariachi instruments: violins, guitars, guitarrones, vihuelas, trumpets, and folk harp. The students and instructors experience exemplary artworks at international mariachi conferences February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 119 of 298
Consideration to Authorize Submittal of a Grant Application to the National Endowment for the Arts to Support the Mariachi Master Apprentice Program
and workshops throughout California and the southwest United States. This experience allows students to observe, study, and perform with the most prestigious mariachi ensembles and represent the City as cultural arts ambassadors.
The curriculum ingrains an empowering sense of self-confidence, pride, and identity while providing an outlet for cultural expression in celebration of Mexican heritage. MMAP specific arts/music education outcomes include: 1) development, reinforcement, and application of student instrumental technique; 2) development, strengthening, and application of student musicianship skills; 3) enhancement of student solo and chorus singing skills; 4) performance of traditional and popular mariachi music before the public and with other professional ensembles; and 5) development and fostering of student professionalism and performance etiquette. These outcomes are in accordance with the California Department of Education Music Standards.
National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Grants for Arts Project.
The NEA “Grants for Arts Projects” is the principal grants program for organizations based in the United States. The arts are a powerful and important part of what unites us and celebrate our differences while connecting us through shared experiences. Through project-based funding, the program supports public engagement with, and access to, various forms of art across the nation, the creation of art, learning the arts at all stages of life, and the integration of the arts into the fabric of community life. As a Local Arts Agency, our “Folk and Traditional Arts” subprogram is rooted in and reflective of the cultural life of a community. Community members may share a common ethnic heritage, cultural mores, language, religion, occupation, or geographic region.
These vital and constantly reinvigorated artistic traditions are shaped by values and standards of excellence that are passed from generation to generation, most often within family and community, through demonstration, conversation, and practice.
The City was awarded a Grants for Arts Projects in the amount of $50,000 for FY 2024-2025 that will run through September 30, 2025. This grant generally ranges from $10,000 to $100,000 and support the creation of art that meets the highest standards of excellence, public engagement with diverse and excellent art, lifelong learning in the arts, and the strengthening of communities through the arts. The San Fernando MMAP project generally receives an average of $40,000 to $50,000 per year in NEA funding and has received over $1 million since the program's inception.
Grant funds pay for artist instructor fees, travel to conferences, and project support.
BUDGET IMPACT:
The Grants for Arts Projects Program is a reimbursement grant and requires the Recreation and Community Services Department to enter into an agreement with NEA to administer the grant.
Disbursement of grant funds occurs on a reimbursement basis only for costs incurred during a reporting period and is contingent upon the grantee complying will all grant requirements and appropriation of sufficient funds.
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The grant disbursement timeline for the Grants for Arts Projects Program will be for the FY 2026-2027 (Grant Activity Period October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027). There will be no budget impact on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Adopted Budget to authorize the submittal of this grant application and there is no need to appropriate funds at this time. This is the initial step in approving funding from the National Endowment for the Arts. If the City is awarded the grant, staff will return to City Council with a resolution to formally accept the award and appropriate funds.
CONCLUSION:
It is recommended that the City Council authorize staff to prepare and submit a grant application to the National Endowment for the Arts.
ATTACHMENT:
A. NEA Grant for Arts Projects: Application Calendar
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ATTACHMENT "A"
GRANTS FOR ARTS PROJECTS: Application
Calendar
Grant Program Summary
The NEA is committed to supporting arts projects for the benefit of all Americans.
Grants for Arts Projects (GAP) provides funding for public engagement with the arts and arts education, for the integration of the arts with strategies promoting the health and well-being of people and communities, and for the improvement of overall capacity and capabilities within the arts sector. We welcome applications from first-time and returning applicants; from organizations serving rural, urban, suburban, and tribal communities of all sizes; and from organizations with small, medium, or large operating budgets.
We fund arts projects in the following disciplines: Artist Communities, Arts Education, Dance, Design, Film & Media Arts, Folk & Traditional Arts, Literary Arts, Local Arts Agencies, Museums, Music, Musical Theater, Opera, Presenting & Multidisciplinary Works, Theater, and Visual Arts.
Important Dates
Applications are accepted during two funding cycles each year.
Step February Cycle (GAP 1)
Grant Program Details and Application
Instructions Published December 2024
Part 1 Application Package Available on
Grants.gov Early December 2024
Part 1 Grants.gov
Submission deadline
February 13, 2025
11:59 pm ET
Part 2 NEA Applicant Portal
Opens to applicants
February 19, 2025
9:00 am ET
Part 2 NEA Applicant Portal
Submission deadline
February 26, 2025
11:59 pm ET
Notification of recommended funding or
rejection Early to mid November 2025
Earliest project start date January 1, 2026
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AGENDA REPORT
ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT 208 PARK AVENUE, 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
Date: February 3, 2025
Subject: Consideration to Approve the 2025 Legislative Platform and Legislative Appropriation Requests
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
a. Review and approve the 2025 Legislative Platform (Attachment “A”); b. Review and approve the 2025 Legislative Appropriation Requests (Attachment “B”); and
c. Authorize the City Manager to take certain related actions as provided Legislative Advocacy Policy and submit appropriation requests on behalf of the City.
BACKGROUND:
1. On February 21, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 8213 (Attachment “C”) approving the Legislative Advocacy Policy (Exhibit “A” to Attachment “C”) and 2023 Legislative Platform (Exhibit “B” to Attachment “C”).
2. On February 20, 2024, the City Council approved the 2024 Legislative Platform and 2024 Legislative Appropriation Requests.
3. In the 2024 calendar year, the City distributed 12 advocacy letters and 10 letters of support to various stakeholders regarding funding appropriations (Attachment “D”) in accordance with the adopted Legislative Policy, Platform and Appropriation Requests.
ANALYSIS:
A Legislative Advocacy Policy establishes guidelines and standards for utilizing resources to provide an organization’s position on proposed legislation to Federal, State, and Local elected officials. An accompanying Legislative Platform identifies an organization’s broad advocacy positions on contemporary issues and legislation. A Legislative Platform is short-term in nature, typically speaks to current issues, and is supported by a majority of the governing body.
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The Legislative Advocacy Policy approved by the City Council in 2023 formalized the procedure for engaging in legislative advocacy by permitting City staff to write letters in support of, or opposition to, proposed legislation without presenting every item to City Council at a regular City Council meeting. As a result, the City has been able to quickly respond to legislative developments impacting the City as long as the position aligns with an element of the City Council-approved Legislative Platform. The Policy leaves room for the City Council to weigh in if the City Manager is unsure whether or not a proposed bill aligns with an established position on the Legislative Platform.
The following table illustrates the number of legislative advocacy letters written in the last five (5) years.
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Legislative Advocacy Letters Written 4 6 5 13 12
Letters of Support for Funding Provided 0 4 5 12 10
Total 4 10 10 25 22
The City previously reported all advocacy letter submissions through the “Quarterly Look Ahead Report.” In the absence of that report, the City will document all advocacy letters written in 2025 through the City Enhancements Report, provided at each City Council meeting. A summary of all legislative advocacy letters written in 2024 is included as Attachment “D”.
The positions included in the proposed 2025 Legislative Platform are aligned with the City’s Strategic Goals and are informed by the League of California Cities legislative and advocacy priorities, positions that the City has taken, positions that neighboring cities have taken in recent years, and legislative priorities of other local government advocacy organizations. The common theme for all positions outlined in the platform continues to be a focus on the need to preserve local funding and local authority.
The proposed 2025 Legislative Platform does not include any substantial changes from the City Council approved 2024 Platform, as priorities outlined by the League of California Cities and neighboring cities continued to align with the City’s existing priorities. All revisions made to the Platform are redlined in Attachment “A”.
Legislative Appropriation Requests.
Federal and state legislative appropriation requests serve to secure financial support for City programs and initiatives while building partnerships with other federal and state government entities. By engaging in the appropriations process, the City raises awareness about priorities, provides the opportunity to collaborate with federal and state policymakers, and reduces the tax burden to local businesses and residents by leveraging outside funding sources to pay for critical infrastructure and priorities.
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The proposed legislative appropriation requests for 2025 (Attachment “B”) focus on funding for priorities identified by the City Council that have a substantial cost and would create a significant burden on taxpayers to fully fund from local taxes. Appropriation requests are tailored for each legislative representative based on their role as committee members and prior history with supporting policies.
In the 2025 Appropriation Requests list, the City has proposed four (4) high priority and four (4) medium priority projects. High priority items are those typically directed to the City's elected officials at the State and/or Federal level. These projects include key functions that have more targeted uses directly related to San Fernando’s unique needs. Medium priority projects are typically related to common grant opportunities made widely available at the State and/or Federal levels. The City will seek support from San Fernando’s State and Federal elected officials to promote grant or funding applications on initiatives related to these projects.
City staff will continue to coordinate with legislative representatives to better understand their roles within each committee as well as their history for supporting state and federal policies that align with the City’s priorities.
BUDGET IMPACT:
There is no budget impact associated with approving the 2025 Legislative Platform and legislative appropriation requests as they are included in the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 City Manager’s Office Work Plan. In the event the City is awarded any grants or additional funding, staff will return to City Council with a resolution to formally accept the award and appropriate funds.
CONCLUSION:
It is recommended that the City Council approve the 2025 Legislative Platform in order to streamline the process by which the City Council and City staff take positions on proposed federal, state, and local legislation and approve the 2025 legislative appropriation requests to submit to federal and state elected officials.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Proposed 2025 Legislative Platform
B. Proposed 2025 Legislative Appropriation Requests
C. Resolution No. 8213, including:
Exhibit “A”: Legislative Advocacy Policy
Exhibit “B”: 2023 Legislative Platform
D. Summary of 2024 Legislative Advocacy Letters Written February 3, 2025 Regular CC Mtg Page 127 of 298
ATTACHMENT “A”
REVISED EXHIBIT “B”
RES. NO. 8213
ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1202 WWW.SFCITY.ORG City of San Fernando
2025 Legislative Platform
In accordance with City Council Legislative Advocacy Policy No. CC-02212023 Revised February 2025
Guiding Principles
1. Preserve Local Funding
The City supports the protection of existing state and local funding sources and the legal authority to raise and collect revenue for the City of San Fernando. Such areas include the protection of state-shared revenues, assets of the former redevelopment agency, development impact fees, and the ability to collect compensation for the use of the public right-of-way or City-owned facilities. The City opposes any new mandates that are unfunded and/or inadequately funded.
At the federal level, the City supports the preservation and enhancement of federal assistance to local governments. This includes increasing federal funding for domestic discretionary programs that support residents in San Fernando.
2. Preserve Local Authority
The City supports local decision-making authority and opposes preemption of local control. Cities are voluntarily created by the residents of a community to provide local self-government and to make decisions at a local level to best meet the needs of the community. Each community has unique needs and characteristics that are best met by policies set by its local governing body. The City supports efforts that help municipalities maintain local control for reasonable development standards of land use regulation for housing, including accessory dwelling units and single familyzoned properties.
At the Federal level, the City opposes efforts to limit the ability of local governments to address matters such as the imposition of taxes and fees, enforcement of zoning and land use regulations, or the ability to ensure the safety of our residents.
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City Strategic Goals and Legislative Platform
The City of San Fernando’s 2022-2026 Strategic Goals help frame the City’s Legislative Platform, as follows:
1. Focus On Community First
a. Public Safety
b. Libraries, Parks, and Open Space
c. Public Health and Food Security
2. Cultivating A Stronger Local Economy
a. Economic Development and Workforce Development
3. Preserve Beautiful Homes And Neighborhoods
a. Housing and Homelessness Prevention
4. Strengthen Climate Resilience And Environmental Justice a. Environmental Sustainability, Climate Resilience and Environmental Justice
5. Enhance Public Transportation To Move San Fernando
a. Transportation and Infrastructure Investment
6. Build Resilient And Reliable Infrastructure
a. Capital Improvements and Infrastructure
7. Forge Financial Strength And Stability
a. Budget and Municipal Finance
8. Emergency Preparedness: Supporting The Community
a. Emergencies and Natural Disasters
1. Focus On Community First
Public Safety
The safety of San Fernando residents is the City’s highest priority. The City will track and take positions on federal and state legislation that impacts law enforcement, disaster preparedness training and safety.
The City Supports:
1. Legislation and funding to improve the safety, security, and quality of life for all San Fernando residents, businesses and visitors.
2. Reasonable criminal justice reform measures that are inclusive of concerns from prosecutors, victims’ rights groups, and law enforcement agencies and do not hinder law enforcement’s ability to protect the community.
3. Legislation that helps reduce recidivism, help rehabilitate recidivist offenders, and expand funding for these efforts.
4. Legislation that leveragesthe latest technology to prevent and resolve crimes, such as the ability to use live view cameras, automatic license plate recognition, and DNA testing.
5. Legislation that provides local jurisdictions greater flexibility to set enforceable speed limits.
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6. Legislation and funding to reduce and prevent gun violence, crimes, drug use, and gang violence.
7. Legislation that promotes public outreach and intervention programs that specifically divert juveniles from the criminal justice system.
8. Legislation that would increase federal resources for law enforcement recruiting efforts, training particularly, as it relates to de-escalation and proportional use of force, and maintenance of body-worn camera programs.
9. Legislation that prevents and reduces crime by assisting and providing supportive services for individuals in need, and holding those accountable for crimes committed.
10. Legislation that ensures public safety through the assistance and rehabilitation of individuals challenged with mental illness and/or substance abuse, and resources for these efforts to increase awareness, public education, and training opportunities.
Libraries, Parks, and Open Space
The seven San Fernando park facilities and one Los Angeles County-operated Public Library are crucial aspects of the community. They allow residents to learn, connect, and play, while strengthening the bonds among residents. The City will track and take positions on legislation in order to maintain and enhance the quality of parks, open spaces, and the public library.
The City Supports:
1. Legislation that provides funding for rehabilitation, development, and capital improvements of local parks, libraries, and community facilities.
2. Legislation that preserves and protects open space.
3. Legislation and funding that aim to support the development and maintenance of parks and green space.
4. Legislation and administrative actions that protect the ability for a local government to preserve open space in and around a local government’s jurisdiction.
5. Full funding of the state’s obligation to support local public libraries pursuant to existing formulas established in the state’s education code.
6. Full funding of the San Fernando Library by Los Angeles County that provides access and service commensurate with other Los Angeles County libraries.
Public Health and Food Security
With the creation of the Healthy San Fernando initiative in 2014, the City revamped its efforts to support the health of its residents. The successful “100 Citizens Outdoor Adult & Senior Fitness Program” facilitated conversations about healthy eating, and offered spinning, yoga, and pilates classes, among other programming, for community members. City will also continue to seek support for youth and elderly programming to complement existing initiatives, such as Recreation and Community Services’ Summer and Winter Camps, the San Fernando After School Teen Program, and the Elderly Nutrition Program. The City will support efforts to improve the health and food security of residents, increased funding in public health institutions and organizations supporting food security, and more equitable access to the health care system.
The City Supports:
1. Legislation that creates options and opportunities for access to affordable healthcare.
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2. Legislation that protects the rights of diverse populations, the LGBTQ+ community, and of women (including reproductive rights), to support improved health outcomes.
3. Legislation that helps foster independence, well-being, and access to resources for older adults.
4. Legislation which provides state and federal funding opportunities to increase access to childcare for the community.
5. Legislation to improve funding for, and access to, programs and services for mental and behavioral health.
6. Legislation that aims to identify and resolve the effects of institutional racism that drive health inequities in the population.
7. Legislation to improve health coverage in a comprehensive manner provided adequate funding and cost controls are in place.
8. Legislation and local funding opportunities to increase access to subsidized and free meal programs for at-risk adults and youth.
2. Cultivating a Stronger Local Economy
Economic Development and Workforce Development
San Fernando’s downtown business corridor and rich cultural history provide a strong foundation for sustained economic development and prosperity. Through the Business and Community Resource Center, the City is in the position to support efforts 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 to support local small businesses, including grants, low-interest loans, and technical assistance programs.
2. Legislation that would provide local officials more discretion in the use of State and Federal funds for economic development purposes.
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 supports streamlining regulations and reduces barriers to entrepreneurship, fostering a business-friendly environment.
7. Legislation that encourages initiatives to attract investment in key sectors such as technology, renewable energy, and tourism, promoting economic diversification and job creation.
8. Legislation that would increase funding, or create new funding sources, for local economic development, such as tax increment financing, community development block grants, business improvement districts, and tax credits.
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9. Legislation that promotes equitable funding for K-12 education, including resources for high-needs schools and support for career and technical education programs.
10. Legislation that support initiatives that expand access to higher education, workforce training, and apprenticeship opportunities, preparing residents for jobs in emerging industries.
11. Legislation that promote partnerships between local schools, businesses, and community organizations to strengthen educational outcomes and workforce readiness.
3. Preserving Beautiful Homes and Neighborhoods
Housing and Homelessness Prevention
The City of San Fernando has taken measures to preserve the safety and beauty of our residential areas, create housing opportunities for low-income residents, and established efforts to address and prevent homelessness. As the City continues 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 increases the protection of tenants’ rights.
12. Legislation, regulatory, or administrative efforts that provide additional authority or funding for municipalities to address homeless issues within their communities.
13. Legislation that supports homeless outreach, prevention programs, mental health crisis care, and other efforts to address the root causes of homelessness.
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14. Legislation that provides 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 (e.g. seniors and the disabled).
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 Environmental Sustainability, Climate Resilience and Environmental Justice With the development of the San Fernando Park Infiltration Project, the Calles Verdes and Carlisle Green Alley storm water capture projects, 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. 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 supports efforts or provides funding to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve air quality, and mitigate the impacts of climate change, including investments in renewable energy and sustainable transportation.
2. Legislation that provides funding for electrification initiatives and the associated infrastructure (i.e. electric charging stations).
3. Legislation, regulatory proposals, or grant opportunities for local governments that provide funding for developing or enhancing alternative fueling stations for vehicles.
4. Financial incentives for renewable energy, such as the Clean Renewable Energy Bond (CREB) program.
5. 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.
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6. Legislation that would provide resources to address severe western drought conditions, supports safe drinking water, and increases funding for non-potable water infrastructure and storage.
7. Funding to implement local strategies will help create more resilient forests, improve wildfire mitigation, and help provide communities with clean, reliable water.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. Legislation and regulation that promotes responsible groundwater and surface water management.
The City Opposes:
1. Green House Gas (GHG) 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. 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.
3. Air quality legislation that restricts the land use authority of cities.
4. 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.
5. Enhance Public Transportation to Move San Fernando
Transportation and Infrastructure Investment
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 free/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.
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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.
5. Legislation that increases funding for transportation infrastructure projects, including road maintenance, public transit expansion, and active transportation infrastructure.
6. Legislation that supports initiatives to reduce traffic congestion, improve mobility options, and enhance connectivity within our city and with neighboring communities.
7. Legislation that provides funding for infrastructure investments that prioritize safety, accessibility, and sustainability, promoting multimodal transportation solutions for all residents.
8. Legislation and funding that supports the expansion of the City’s bike and pedestrian network, including implementation of the City’s Safe and Active Streets Plan.
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, libraries, parks, and recreational facilities.
4. Legislation, programs, and funding to close the digital divide and maximize access to broadband and 5G technologies.
The City Opposes:
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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 declared states of emergency or 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.
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 a tool for local governments to finance large capital projects.
4. Legislation that imposes limits on governmental deferred compensation plans.
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.
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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. Specifically, staff will closely monitor legislation at the State and Federal levels pertaining to emergency response funding that relate to the 2025 Windstorm and Fire event, as well as measures that proactively work towards enhancing the community’s preparedness for future disasters.
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 declared emergencies or 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 "B"
City of San Fernando 2025 Appropriation Requests
Project Purpose Request Amount
Previously
Requested?
Federal or State
Request
High Priority *
Citywide Advanced Metering
Infastructure (AMI)
Collect frequent and accurate water usage data to
improve billing, leak detection, and water resource
management.
$5,500,000 Yes Federal
Pedestrian Gates and Railroad
Crossing Improvements
Improve pedestrian safety at four at‐grade railroad
crossings for pedestrians.
$7,000,000 Yes Federal and
State
Recreation Park Kitchen Remodel Work with a local organization that teaches cooking and to prepare hot meals for the community to address food
security.
$2,500,000 Yes State
Regional Emergency Operations
Center and Resiliency Hubs
Support the community during natural disasters through
upgardes to emergency operating center supplies and
facilities.
$4,216,500 Yes Federal and
State
Medium Priority **
Develop New L.A. County Library Purchase and develop a new L.A. County Library. $10,000,000 Yes State Glenoaks Bridge Replacement Replace the Glenoaks bridge over the Pacoima Wash which has been inspected and recommended for
replacement.
$12,600,000 Yes Federal and
State
New Water Reservoir Construction of a new 2 million gallon water reservoir on land owned by the City to increase
water storage capacity by 22% and ensure water
resiliency for all residents.
$22,000,000 Yes Federal and
State
Trolley Electrification Purchase a new fleet of fully‐electric trolleys or convert existing diesel trolleys to electric to
support local, sustainable transportation options.
$3,360,000 Yes Federal and
State
Total Requested: $67,176,500
*High Priority - These priorities are typically direct requests to the City's elected officials at the State and/or Federal level. These projects include key functions that are specifically relevant to San Fernando and the unique needs of the community. **Medium Priority - These priorities are typically related to common grant opportunities that are made widely available at the State and/or Federal levels. The City will seek support from San Fernando's State and Federal elected officials to promote grant or funding applications on initiaitves related to these projects.
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RESOLUTION NO. 8213
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO,
CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ADOPTION OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO’S LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY POLICY
WHEREAS, in the California legislature, between 1,900 and 2,500 bills are introduced each year.1 In 2022, 2,020 bills were introduced and, Governor Gavin Newsom signed 997 bills into law;2 and
WHEREAS, the City of San Fernando (“City”) seeks to effectively advocate on behalf of its residents through a formal, streamlined process to meet the speed and frequency of state and federal legislative action; and
WHEREAS, the San Fernando City Council (“City Council”) instructs the City Staff (“Staff”) on policy matters; and
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to adopt the Legislative Advocacy Policy formalizing and streamlining the legislative advocacy procedures; and WHEREAS, the Legislative Advocacy Policy will include an attachment exhibit of the San Fernando Legislative Platform; and
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to authorize City Staff to engage in legislative advocacy in accordance with the San Fernando Legislative Platform without requiring affirmative City Council approval each time; and
WHEREAS, the Legislative Platform may be updated by City Staff and approved by the City Council on an annual basis; and
WHEREAS, an affirmative vote of a majority of City Council will be necessary to determine the City’s official position if the City Council and/or Staff are unclear on the City’s position in relation to the Legislative Platform.
1 Micheli, Chris. “How Many Bills Historically Get Introduced in the California Legislature?” California Globe, September 29, 2022. https://californiaglobe.com/articles/how-many-bills-historically-get-introduced-in-thecalifornia-legislature/. 2 California, State of. “Bills, Bills, Bills.” California Governor, October 3, 2022. https://www.gov.ca.gov/2022/10/02/bills-billsbills/#:~:text=SACRAMENTO%20%E2%80%93%20Governor%20Gavin%20Newsom%20just,signing%20997%20bills %20into%20law.
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2 NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, FIND, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals of this Resolution are true and correct.
SECTION 2. Environmental Review. The City Council hereby finds that the adoption of the City of San Fernando Legislative Advocacy Policy is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), “Common Sense Exemption,” because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the adoption of this Plan, in and of itself, may have a significant effect on the environment.
SECTION 3. Findings. The City Council, as consideration of the Legislative Advocacy Policy, as recommended by City staff and reports thereof, makes the following findings:
a. The proposed Legislative Advocacy Policy and Legislative Platform will help expedite the City of San Fernando’s current process to support or oppose local, state, and federal legislation without requiring City Council review and approval each time. b. The Legislative Platform may be updated by City Staff and approved by the City Council on an annual basis.
SECTION 4. Adopt the Legislative Advocacy Policy (Exhibit “A”).
SECTION 5. Approve the City of San Fernando 2023 Legislative Advocacy Platform (Exhibit “B”).
SECTION 6. Appoints the City Manager, or designee, as agent to conduct all negotiations, execute and submit all documents including, but not limited to applications, agreements, payment requests and so on, which may be necessary for the completion of the aforementioned project; and
SECTION 7. 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 21st day of February, 2023.
Celeste T. Rodriguez, Mayor of the City of
San Fernando, California
ATTEST:
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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3 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. 8213 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 21st day of February, 2023, by the following vote of the City Council:
AYES: Solorio, Fajardo, Montañez, Mendoza, Rodriguez - 5 NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of San Fernando, California, this _____ day of March, 2023.
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT “A”
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Administration Department | 117 Macneil Street | San Fernando, CA 91340 | (818) 898-1202 | Policy # CC-02212023 | Page 1 of 4
POLICY/PROCEDURE
SUBJECT ISSUANCE
Legislative Advocacy Policy
ORIGINAL DATE
2/21/2023
EFFECTIVE
2/21/2023
CURRENT DATE EFFECTIVE
CATEGORY POLICY NO. SUPERSEDES
City Council Policy CC-02212023
MANAGEMENT POLICY/PROCEDURES
SECTION I. PURPOSE
To establish guidelines and standards regarding utilizing City resources to provide the City’s position on proposed legislation to Federal, State, and Local elected officials. The Legislative Platform identifies the City’s broad advocacy positions on issues and legislation. They are short-term in nature, typically speak to current issues, and support the Council and staff on intergovernmental matters. They are a component of the City Council Policies, which provide guidelines for City action in all areas of City business. City business is defined as all matters directly related to service delivery, or otherwise contributing to the City’s operational success.
SECTION II. STATEMENT OF POLICY
Each year the City Manager shall present a draft Legislative Platform to City Council. Once approved, these positions become the official City advocacy position on pending legislation.
The Legislative Platform is utilized by Councilmembers and staff throughout the year to determine City positions on legislation and intergovernmental issues and minimizes the need for staff to request direction from Council on legislation and issues as they arise. The Legislative Advocacy Policy should not duplicate policies already cited in other Council Policy documents, i.e. the Council Policy Manual, General Plan, Municipal Code, etc.
Throughout the year, staff monitors and researches pending legislation to identify bills that could significantly impact San Fernando. Research actions range from web site research to contacting legislative analysts in government offices and city associations. Staff may conduct advocacy should issues arise throughout the year that significantly impact the City, and if Council positions have previously been established by the Legislative Platform.
To consolidate documents, underscore important issues, and focus the City's limited advocacy resources, the Legislative Advocacy Policy includes the City’s annual Legislative Platform. Following annual Council approval, the current year’s Legislative Platform will provide the substantive basis through City Council and City staff engage in legislative advocacy.
The City Manager shall monitor the provisions of the Legislative Platform within the City Manager’s responsibilities outlined in the Municipal Code. Disagreement in interpretation of how proposed legislation either aligns or does not align with the Legislative Platform shall be resolved by the City Council. The City Manager may institute administrative policy to implement this policy if necessary. At the time a new
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Councilmember is seated, the City Manager should review this policy and the Legislative Platform with him/her.
Annually, the City Manager shall review the resource requirements necessary to support the level of service specified in this policy, and recommend as a part of the proposed budget necessary changes of budget resources.
SECTION III. PROCEDURES
A. City Council to City Manager:
1. A City Council member notifies the City Manager that a state or federal bill, a rule proposed by a regulatory agency, or a proposed ordinance or resolution considered by a local governing body, conflicts or aligns with the Legislative Platform.
2. The City Manager and the relevant City Department Head(s) review the legislation to determine whether immediate action should be taken.
a. If yes, then the City Manager will engage in legislative advocacy in accordance with the position stated in the Legislative Platform.
i. The City Manager will electronically notify the City Council of the submission of a letter or intent to call the relevant representatives or agencies.
ii. All legislative advocacy will be documented in a Legislative Advocacy Quarterly Summary. b. If no, or if the City’s position is unclear, then the City Manager will recommend (via electronic notification) the Councilmember request to discuss the legislation, via the City Council agenda process, in order to adopt a position. If adopted, the vote will also include the next steps to perform legislative advocacy.
B. City Staff to City Manager:
1. A City Staff member(s) notifies the City Manager that a state or federal bill, a rule proposed by a regulatory agency, or a proposed ordinance or resolution considered by a local governing body, conflicts or aligns with the Legislative Platform.
2. The City Manager reviews the legislation to determine whether immediate action should be taken. a. If yes, then the City Manager will engage in legislative advocacy in accordance with the position stated in the Legislative Platform.
i. The City Manager will electronically notify the City Council of the submission of a letter or intent to call the relevant representatives or agencies.
ii. All legislative advocacy will be documented in a Legislative Advocacy Quarterly Summary.
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b. If no, or if the City’s position is unclear, the staff member will write a report to discuss during the next possible City Council meeting, and then the City Council will vote to adopt or deny the position. If adopted, the vote will also include the next steps to perform legislative advocacy.
C. City Partners to City Councilmember or City Manager:
The City of San Fernando is a member of a number of organizations that monitor legislation including, but not limited to, the League of California Cities, the Independent Cities Association, and the California Contract Cities Association. These organizations, as well as other coalitions aligned with the City’s legislative priorities, inform Councilmembers and City Staff of opportunities to take formal positions on proposed legislation.
1. A City Partner notifies a City Council member or City Staff member of a state or federal bill, a rule proposed by a regulatory agency, or a proposed ordinance or resolution considered by a local governing body, that conflicts or aligns with the Legislative Platform.
2. If the City Council member is contacted by a City Partner, they notify the City Manager pursuant to the City Council to City Manager section above.
3. The City Manager and relevant Department Director(s) review the legislation to determine whether immediate action should be taken.
a. If yes, then the City Manager will engage in legislative advocacy in accordance with the position stated in the Legislative Platform.
i. The City Manager will electronically notify the City Council of the submission of a letter or intent to call the relevant representatives or agencies.
ii. All legislative advocacy will be documented in a Legislative Advocacy Quarterly Summary. b. If no, or if the City’s position is unclear, the staff member will write a report to discuss during the next possible City Council meeting, and then the City Council will vote to adopt or deny the position. If adopted, the vote will also include the next steps to perform legislative advocacy.
D. Councilmember Individual Advocacy:
City Councilmembers may individually advocate on behalf of themselves regarding legislation impacting the City.
If a City Councilmember chooses to engage in legislative advocacy on behalf of themselves, then they shall electronically notify the City Manager.
E. Legislative Advocacy Quarterly Summary:
The City Manager shall send a “Legislative Advocacy Quarterly Summary” to the City Council at the end of each quarter. The “Legislative Advocacy Quarterly Summary” is a compilation of the legislative advocacy work in the prior 3 months, and may be included in regular quarterly reports by the City Manager. The Summary will include:
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1. A brief description of the letters sent, which includes date and purpose of advocacy.
2. The dates of phone calls with elected representatives and regulatory agencies if applicable.
3. The specific legislation discussed.
SECTION IV. DEFINITIONS
A. Legislative Advocacy –
1. Writing letters or making phone calls to elected county, state, and federal representatives, or regulatory agencies, in support or opposition to a proposed legislation or rule.
2. Adopting resolutions with the City’s position.
B. Legislative Advocacy Quarterly Summary – A compilation of the City’s legislative advocacy work during the previous quarter.
C. City Partner – Organizations and coalitions that the City is a member of, or may or may not choose to join.
D. Legislative Platform – A document including the state and federal policy positions of the City, which is evaluated on an annual basis and must be approved by the City Council.
SECTION V. LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM
The City of San Fernando’s Legislative Platform will be established annually by City Staff and reviewed by City Council.
The City Council reviews and adopts the Legislative Platform, which forms the basis for legislative advocacy activities engaged in by City Council Members and City Staff.
The Legislative Platform is informed by the City’s Strategic Goals, City Partner advocacy priorities, and neighboring cities positions.
SECTION VI. AUTHORITY
Policy adopted by the City Council on February 21, 2023, by order of City Council Resolution No. 8213
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ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1202 WWW.SFCITY.ORG City of San Fernando
2023 Legislative Platform
In accordance with City Council Legislative Advocacy Policy No. CC-02212023 Revised February 2023
Guiding Principles
1. Preserve Local Funding
The City supports the protection of existing state and local funding sources and the authorities that provide revenues to the City of San Fernando. Such areas include the protection of stateshared revenues, assets of the former redevelopment agency, development impact fees, and the ability to collect compensation for the use of the public right-of-way or City-owned facilities. The City opposes any new mandates that are unfunded and/or inadequately funded.
At the federal level, the City supports the preservation and enhancement of federal assistance to local governments. This includes increasing federal funding for domestic discretionary programs that support residents in San Fernando.
2. Preserve Local Authority
The City supports local decision-making authority and opposes preemption of local control. Cities are voluntarily created by the residents of a community to provide local self-government and to make decisions at a local level to best meet the needs of the community. Each community has unique needs and characteristics that are best met by policies set by its local governing body. The City supports efforts that help municipalities maintain local control for reasonable development standards of land use regulation for housing, including accessory dwelling units and single familyzoned properties.
At the Federal level, the City opposes efforts to limit the ability of local governments to address matters such as the imposition of taxes and fees, enforcement of zoning and land use regulations, or the ability to ensure the safety of our residents.
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City Strategic Goals and Legislative Platform
The City of San Fernando’s 2022- 2027 Strategic Goals help frame the City’s Legislative Platform, as follows:.
1. Focus On Community First
a. Public Safety
b. Libraries, Parks, and Open Space
c. Public Health
2. Cultivating A Stronger Local Economy
a. Economic Development
3. Preserve Beautiful Homes And Neighborhoods
a. Housing
4. Strengthen Climate Resilience And Environmental Justice a. Climate Resilience and Environmental Justice
5. Enhance Public Transportation To Move San Fernando
a. Public Transportation
6. Build Resilient And Reliable Infrastructure
a. Infrastructure
7. Forge Financial Strength And Stability
a. Budget and Municipal Finance
8. Emergency Preparedness: Supporting The Community
a. Emergencies and Natural Disasters
1. Focus On Community First
Public Safety
The safety of San Fernando residents is the City’s highest priority. The City will track and take positions on federal and state legislation that impacts law enforcement, disaster preparedness training and safety.
The City Supports:
1. Legislation and funding to improve the safety, security, and quality of life for all San Fernando residents, businesses and visitors.
2. Reasonable criminal justice reform measures that are inclusive of concerns from prosecutors, victims’ rights groups, and law enforcement agencies and do not hinder law enforcement’s ability to protect the community.
3. Legislation that helps reduce recidivism, help rehabilitate recidivist offenders, and expand funding for these efforts.
4. Legislation that would take advantage of the latest technology to prevent and resolve crimes, such as the ability to use surveillance cameras, automatic license plate recognition, and DNA testing.
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5. Legislation that provides local jurisdictions greater flexibility to set enforceable speed limits.
6. Legislation and funding to reduce and prevent gun violence, crimes, drug use, and gang violence, and to promote public outreach and intervention programs that specifically divert juveniles from the criminal justice system.
7. Legislation that would increase federal resources for law enforcement recruiting efforts, training particularly, as it relates to de-escalation and proportional use of force, and maintenance of body-worn camera programs.
8. Legislation that prevents and reduces crime by assisting and providing supportive services for individuals in need, and holding those accountable for crimes committed.
9. Legislation that ensures public safety through the assistance and rehabilitation of individuals challenged with mental illness and/or substance abuse, and resources for these efforts to increase awareness, public education, and training opportunities.
Libraries, Parks, and Open Space
The seven San Fernando park facilities and County-operated Public Library are crucial aspects of the community. They allow residents to learn, connect, and play, while strengthening the bonds among residents. The City will track and take positions on legislation in order to maintain and enhance the quality of parks, open spaces, and the public library.
The City Supports:
1. Legislation that provides funding for rehabilitation, development, and capital improvements of local parks, libraries, and community facilities.
2. Legislation that preserves and protects open space.
3. Legislation and funding that aim to support the development and maintenance of parks and green space.
4. Legislation and administrative actions that protect the ability for a local government to preserve open space in and around a local government’s jurisdiction.
5. Full funding of the state’s obligation to support local public libraries pursuant to existing formulas established in the state’s education code.
Public Health
With the creation of the Healthy San Fernando initiative in 2014, the City revamped its efforts to support the health of its residents. The successful “100 Citizens Outdoor Adult & Senior Fitness Program” facilitated conversations about healthy eating, and offered spinning, yoga, and pilates classes, among other programming, for community members. Improving the health of residents through citywide programming, increased funding in public health institutions, and more equitable access to the health care system, will frame the positions the City takes on federal and state legislation throughout 2023.
The City Supports:
1. Legislation that creates options and opportunities for access to affordable healthcare.
2. Legislation that protects the rights of diverse populations, the LGBTQ+ community, and of women (including reproductive rights), to support improved health outcomes.
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