Staff Contact Kanika Kith, City Manager
MAYOR JOEL FAJARDO
VICE MAYOR VICTORIA GARCIA
COUNCILMEMBER MARY MENDOZA
COUNCILMEMBER MARY SOLORIO
COUNCILMEMBER PATTY LOPEZ
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CITY OF SAN FERNANDO
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING – 5:00 PM
REGULAR MEETING – 6:00 PM
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026
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.
SPECIAL 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 SPECIAL MEETING Members of the public may call-in at the start of the meeting. 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.
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Call-in Telephone Number: (669) 900-6833
Meeting ID: 852 3763 3366
Passcode: 138302
When connecting to the Zoom meeting to speak, you will be placed in a virtual “waiting area,” with your audio disabled. When it is your turn to speak, you will be identified by announcing the last four digits of your telephone number. To unmute press *6 on your phone and begin your comment.
CALL TO ORDER - SPECIAL MEETING 5:00 P.M. (CLOSED SESSION)
ROLL CALL
TELECONFERENCING REQUESTS/DISCLOSURE
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) CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957 - CONFER WITH CHIEF OF
POLICE DISCUSS SECURITY OF PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES AND PLANS FOR ADDRESSING
THREATS TO THE SAME
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.
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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 REGULAR 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. When it is your turn to speak, you will be identified by announcing the last four digits of your telephone number. To unmute press *6 on your phone and begin your comment.
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. ANNUAL RECOGNITION
• CESAR CHAVEZ DAY – MARCH 31, 2026
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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 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, 2026 Special & Regular CC Meeting
2) CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE WARRANT REGISTER Recommend that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-032 approving the Warrant Register. 3) RECEIVE AND FILE STATUS UPDATES FOR CITY PROJECTS AND CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES Recommend that the City Council receive and file the status report for FY 2025-2026 City Projects and City Council Priorities, and provide direction, as appropriate. 4) CONSIDERATION TO ACCEPT PROJECT COMPLETION AND AUTHORIZE THE RECORDATION OF
A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE LAS PALMAS PARK HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR
CONDITIONING PROJECT
Recommend that the City Council:
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a. Accept the improvements as constructed by Carrier Corporation for the Las Palmas Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Project and consider the work completed; and b. Authorize the issuance and filing of a Notice of Completion with the Los Angeles County Office of the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk.
5) CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE JOB SPECIFICATIONS FOR AN ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST AND ACCOUNTING & TREASURER ASSISTANT; ADOPT A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE SALARY PLAN; AND ADOPT A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE TABLE OF ORGANIZATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 8439 approving the job specifications for an Administrative Analyst and an Accounting & Treasury Assistant;
b. Adopt Resolution No. 8440 amending the Salary Plan for Fiscal Year 2025-2026; c. Adopt Resolution No. 8441 amending the Table of Organization for Fiscal Year 2025-2026; and
d. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to make non-substantive changes and execute all related documents.
6) CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE CO-SPONSORSHIP AND USE OF THE CITY SEAL FOR THE
AMERICAN RED CROSS HOME FIRE CAMPAIGN, AND REQUEST TO WAIVE FACILITY PERMIT FEES
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Approve Co-Sponsorship of the American Red Cross Home Fire Campaign; and b. Approve the use of the City seal on print material and social media pursuant to City Council Ordinance No. 1724; and
c. Waive fees for use of City facilities for co-sponsored events, with City Manager approval. 7) CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE ACCESS TO CAPITAL PROGRAM GUIDELINES Recommend that the City Council approve program guidelines for the administration of an Access to Capital program.
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8) SECOND READING TO CONSIDER ADOPTING ORDINANCE NO. 1739 APPROVING A MILITARY
USE EQUIPMENT POLICY GOVERNING THE USE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT, AS REQUIRED BY ASSEMBLY BILL 481
Recommend that the City Council approve for second reading, in title only, and waive further reading the adoption of Ordinance No. 1739 titled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Fernando, California, adopting a Military Equipment Policy governing the use of military equipment pursuant to Assembly Bill 481.
PUBLIC HEARING
9) A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CRITERIA FOR
MEMBERSHIP ON VARIOUS CITY COMMISSIONS BY REMOVING THE REQUIREMENT THAT
MEMBERS BE REGISTERED VOTERS OF THE CITY
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Conduct a Public Hearing; and
b. Pending public input, introduce for first reading, in title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No. 1740 titled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Fernando, California, amending the criteria for membership on various City Commissions by removing the requirement that members be registered voters of the City where such status is not mandated by State or Federal Law.”
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
10) INFORMATIONAL PRESENTATION OF THE 2025 CITY CRIME STATISTICS AND UPDATES OF
POLICE ACTIVITY, OPERATIONS, AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Recommend that the City Council receive and file a presentation of the 2025 City Crime Statistics and Police Department Updates.
11) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION REGARDING THE CITY’S TWO METROPOLITAN TRANSIT
AUTHORITY-FUNDED TROLLEY BUSES
Recommend that the City Council discuss and provide direction to staff regarding the preferred option for the City’s two Metropolitan Transit Authority-funded trolley buses.
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12) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO OBTAIN CITY COUNCIL DIRECTION ON THE PROGRAMMING AND SCOPE FOR THE 2026 INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION Recommend that the City Council provide direction to staff regarding the preferred date, drone show size, and location for the 2026 Independence Day Celebration. 13) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION REGARDING PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS YARD – FACILITY CONDITIONS REVIEW AND NEXT STEPS (TABLED FROM THE MARCH 2, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING)
This item was agendized by Councilmember Patty Lopez.
City Council discussion to direct staff to initiate a collaborative review of the existing Public Works Maintenance and Operations Yard facility plans with the Public Works Director and the assigned Commissioner. This review would allow for the identification of potential improvements, operational efficiencies, and safety enhancements. Additionally, this discussion would serve as a starting point to explore possible funding opportunities and available resources to support necessary upgrades or improvements to the facility. 14) DISCUSSION REGARDING THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS TORCH RUN (TABLED FROM THE MARCH 2, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING)
This item was agendized by Councilmember Mary Solorio.
City Council discussion to approve participation of the San Fernando Police Department in the 2026 Torch Run benefiting Special Olympics of Southern California. 15) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO AUTHORIZE USE OF CITY LOGO, CO-SPONSORSHIP,
AND SOCIAL MEDIA PROMOTION FOR THE CESAR CHAVEZ MARCH FOR JUSTICE (TABLED FROM THE MARCH 2, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING)
This item was agendized by Councilmember Mary Solorio.
City Council discussion to authorize use of the City of San Fernando logo, approve co-sponsorship designation, and direct staff to promote the Cesar Chavez March for Justice on the City’s official social media platforms.
16) DISCUSSION, UPDATES, AND AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH A FARMER’S MARKET IN SAN FERNANDO (TABLED FROM THE MARCH 2, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING) This item was agendized by Mayor Joel Fajardo.
City Council discussion to provide staff with direction regarding next steps and authorize staff to proceed, as appropriate, including consideration during the midyear budget process.
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17) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE A WAIVER OF APPLICATION OF THE CITY RECOGNITION REQUESTS POLICY ESTABLISHED UNDER RESOLUTION NO. 8378 IN LIGHT OF
SPECIAL CASE-SPECIFIC CIRCUMSTANCES, AND APPROVE PROCLAMATION HONORING THE
LIFE OF BELINDA BARRAGAN
Recommend that the City Council approve a Waiver of Application of the City Recognition Requests Policy Established Under Resolution No. 8378 in light of special case-specific circumstances and concurrently approve a Proclamation Honoring the Life of Belinda Barragan 18) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE A WAIVER OF APPLICATION OF THE CITY RECOGNITION REQUESTS POLICY ESTABLISHED UNDER RESOLUTION NO. 8378 IN LIGHT OF
SPECIAL CASE-SPECIFIC CIRCUMSTANCES, AND APPROVE PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING NANCY C. AVERY
This item was agendized by Councilmember Mary Mendoza.
City Council discussion to approve a Waiver of Application of the City Recognition Requests Policy to present a Proclamation recognizing Nancy C. Avery for her historic achievements and lasting contributions to the San Fernando Valley region, and concurrently approve a Proclamation Recognizing Nancy C. Avery.
19) PRESENTATION BY DR. MERILLIS MCCLURRY SCOTT ON THE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES OF
STRENGTH UNITED
This item was agendized by Councilmember Mary Mendoza.
City Council to receive and file the presentation by Dr. Merillis McClurry Scott, regarding the programs and services provided by Strength United.
20) DISCUSSION REGARDING CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES AND TIMELINES FOR ITEMS THE CITY COUNCIL WOULD LIKE COMPLETED BY APPROXIMATELY JUNE 30
This item was agendized by Mayor Joel Fajardo.
City Council to provide direction to staff regarding any priority items the City Council would like staff to pursue or attempt to complete by approximately the end of the fiscal year. 21) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION REGARDING A CITY RECOGNITION OF WELCOME HOME
VIETNAM VETERANS DAY
This item was agendized by Vice Mayor Victoria Garcia.
City Council discussion to provide staff direction to recognize March 30 of each year as Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day and to commemorate the day and the veterans this year.
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STAFF COMMUNICATION INCLUDING COMMISSION UPDATES
GENERAL CITY COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS AND LIAISON UPDATES ADJOURNMENT The meeting will adjourn to the Special Meeting of March 23, 2026.
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.sanfernando.gov. 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.sanfernando.gov. 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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Certificate of Recognition
JESSE H. AVILA
COUNCILMEMBER
JOEL FAJARDO
COUNCILMEMBER
CÉSAR CHÁVEZ DAY
March 31, 2026
WHEREAS, throughout his life of work and service, César Chávez empowered thousands to stand together for their rights and led our nation toward a more equitable and just society. His visionary leadership inspired a powerful movement that burns brightly to this day, rallying people from all walks of life to champion the dignity of work; WHEREAS, born near Yuma, Arizona in 1927, Chávez and his family moved to California after losing their home during the Great Depression. Tolling in the fields from a young age, Chávez faced dismal working conditions, racism, abuse, and exploitation.
Moved to confront these injustices, he began working as an organizer in the farmworker community, advocating for improvements in their working and living conditions; WHEREAS, founding the United Farm Workers together with Dolores Huerta, Chávez challenged Americans to recognize that produce on their dinner tables was picked by people who were being denied the most basic human rights. Chávez led a historic march of farmworkers from Delano to Sacramento in 1966 and helped launch a successful boycott of grapes that galvanized support across the country. His tireless efforts were instrumental in the passage of the 1975 California Agricultural Labor Relations Act, which made our state the first in United States history to give farmworkers the right to join a union;
WHEREAS, on the anniversary of his birth, we celebrate César Chávez’s hard-won strides for social justice, and reflect on the work that lies ahead to build a brighter future for all our communities.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE SAN FERNANDO CITY
COUNCIL DOES HEREBY PROCLAIM MARCH 31, 2026
as CÉSAR CHÁVEZ DAY in the City of San Fernando, and
encourages people in San Fernando to carry on his timeless legacy by lifting up our neighbors, speaking out against injustice, and working together to extend the dream of
prosperity, equity and progress to all.
VICTORIA GARCIA
VICE MAYOR
JOEL FAJARDO
MAYOR
MARY SOLORIO
COUNCILMEMBER
PATTY LOPEZ
COUNCILMEMBER
MARY MENDOZA
COUNCILMEMBER
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CITY OF SAN FERNANDO
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING – 5:00 P.M.
REGULAR MEETING – 6:00 P.M.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2026
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
117 MACNEIL STREET
SAN FERNANDO, CALIFORNIA 91340
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL – SPECIAL MEETING 5:00 P.M. (CLOSED SESSION) Mayor Joel Fajardo called the Special Meeting to order at 5:01 p.m.
Present:
Council: Mayor Joel Fajardo, Vice Mayor Victoria Garcia and Councilmembers Mary Mendoza, Mary Solorio, and Patty Lopez
Staff: City Manager Kanika Kith and City Attorney Richard Padilla
Absent: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Mayor Fajardo, seconded by Councilmember Solorio to approve the agenda as presented. The motion carried, unanimously.
PUBLIC STATEMENTS None
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION (5:02 P.M.)
By consensus, Councilmembers recessed to Closed Session.
A) CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(D)(1) - EXISTING
LITIGATION
CASE NAME: BRAND ESTATES, LLC V. CITY OF SAN FERNANDO
LACSC CASE NO.: 25STCP02636
B) CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(D)(2) AND 54956.9(E)(1) - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
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One (1) matter
C) CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(D)(4) - INITIATION
OF LITIGATION
One (1) matter
RECONVENED FROM SPECIAL MEETING AND REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION City Attorney Padilla reported that Mayor Fajardo recused himself from Item A and B due to a potential conflict of interest; and further noted that there was no reportable action from the Closed Session meeting.
Motion by Mayor Fajardo, seconded by Lopez to adjourn the Special Meeting at 6:06 p.m. The motion carried.
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL – REGULAR MEETING 6:00 P.M. (OPEN SESSION) Mayor Joel Fajardo called the regular meeting to order at 6:06 p.m.
Present: Council: Mayor Joel Fajardo, Vice Mayor Victoria Garcia and Councilmembers Mary Mendoza, Mary Solorio, and Patty Lopez
Staff: City Manager Kanika Kith, City Attorney Richard Padilla, Police Chief Fabian Valdez, Director of Administrative Services Erica Melton, Director of Recreation and Community Services Julio Salcedo, Director of Community Development Ron Garcia, and City Clerk Julia Fritz
Absent: None
TELECONFERENCING REQUESTS/DISCLOSURE None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by City Clerk Julia Fritz
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Mayor Fajardo, seconded by Councilmember Mendoza to approve the agenda. The motion carried, unanimously.
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Due to technical audio and video live-streaming issues, the City Council recessed the meeting at 6:07 p.m. and reconvened at 6:12 p.m., with the issues resolved and all Councilmembers present.
PUBLIC STATEMENTS
Julio Martinez spoke of concerns regarding being contacted by Mayor Fajardo regarding his opinion on the recent candidate recently promoted to the Police Commander position.
Enrique Escobar spoke regarding trust with the Police Department and about the Community Forum held by the Police Department and qualified applicants in positions.
Paulina Torres, from Supervisor Lindsey Horvath’s office, shared that the County Board of Supervisors voted that ICE cannot operate within Los Angeles County’s jurisdiction and noted the creation of a new homelessness division that will not include LAHSA.
Yolanda Haro spoke regarding concerns associated with Agenda Item No. 11.
Benito Bernal spoke regarding tonight’s agenda and on conversations associated with immigration and ICE enforcement activities.
Angie Ferra Perez spoke regarding concerns related to various agenda items.
Brissa Magana spoke regarding the agenda item for compassionate city item and on ICE activities in the city.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Fajardo pulled Consent Calendar Item No. 6 for discussion.
Motion by Mayor Fajardo, seconded by Councilmember Mendoza to approve the Consent Calendar, excluding Item No. 6:
1) CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES:
a. July 28, 2025 Special CC Meeting c. January 5, 2026 Special & Regular CC Meeting
b. October 27, 2025 Special CC Meeting
2) CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE WARRANT REGISTER 3) RECEIVE AND FILE STATUS UPDATES FOR CITY PROJECTS AND CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES 4) CONSIDERATION TO AUTHORIZE SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE
CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY
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5) CONSIDERATION TO AWARD A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT TO MARIPOSA LANDSCAPING INC. FOR WATER FACILITIES AND CITY EASEMENT LANDSCAPE SERVICES The motion carried, unanimously.
6) CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE A BUSINESS LICENSE PERMIT FOR PEARL DAY SPA, A MASSAGE PARLOR LOCATED AT 2035 GLENOAKS BOULEVARD, PURSUANT TO SAN FERNANDO MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 22-215
Motion by Councilmember Solorio, seconded by Vice Mayor Garcia to approve a Business License Permit for Pearl Day spa to conduct business for the 2026 calendar year as a massage parlor at 2035 Glenoaks Boulevard, pursuant to the San Fernando Municipal Code Section 22-215. The motion carried by the following vote:
ROLL CALL
AYES: Solorio, Mendoza, Garcia - 3
NAYES: None
ABSTAIN: Fajardo, Lopez - 2
ABSENT: None
Mayor Fajardo stated he would recuse himself from Agenda Item No. 7 due to a potential conflict of interest as his appointed Commissioner is the owner of Yeah, We Get It. The meeting was turned over to Vice Mayor Garcia and Mayor Fajardo left the dais at 6:43 p.m.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
7) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE A REIMBURSEMENT REQUEST OF $12,293.36 FROM THE MALL ASSOCIATION FOR MARKETING SERVICES PROVIDED BY YEAH,
WE GET IT
City Manager Kith presented the staff report and responded to Councilmember questions.
By consensus, the City Council approved staff recommendation to continue the item to a date uncertain.
Mayor Fajardo returned to the dais at 6:50 p.m.
8) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE CO-SPONSORSHIP AND USE OF THE CITY
SEAL WITH IGNITE THE LIGHT OF HOPE FOUNDATION FOR FOOD DISTRIBUTIONS Assistant to the City Manager Pettener presented the staff report and responded to Councilmember questions
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the use of the City seal on print material and social media pursuant to City Council Ordinance No. 1724; and continue the consideration of a Memorandum of Understanding with ITLH to continue food distributions through an amended scope, and to provide related fundraising support to a future City Council meeting date. The motion carried, unanimously. 9) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE THE 2026 LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM AND
LEGISLATIVE APPROPRIATION REQUESTS
Assistant to the City Manager Pettener presented the staff report and responded to Councilmember questions.
Motion by Mayor Fajardo, seconded by Councilmember Solorio to approve the 2026 Legislative Platform; and approve the 2026 Legislative Appropriation Requests. The motion carried, unanimously.
Items heard out of order
Mayor Fajardo requested that Item Nos. 11 and 12 be heard before Item No. 10. 11) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF ORGANIZING AN ALL-CITIES CANDLE VIGIL TO
HONOR LIVES LOST IN FEDERAL IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT INCIDENTS Councilmember Mary Solorio presented the staff report.
The City Council directed staff to come back to next meeting on logistics and reach out to non-profits, the faith-based community to determine how it can be done and parameters to establish cost estimates. The motion carried by consensus. 12) DISCUSSION AND TO PROVIDE STAFF WITH DIRECTION REGARDING DREAMERS SERVING
THEIR COMMUNITY AND REVIEW OF STATE PROPOSALS LIMITING ICE PERSONNEL FROM
GOVERNMENT EMPLOYMENT
Mayor Joel Fajardo presented the staff report.
The City Council directed staff to return with an ordinance amending City commission eligibility requirements to allow Dreamers to serve as commissioners by removing the registered voter requirement wording; and requested staff to track the progress of the status of the bill regarding limiting eligibility of certain ICE personnel for government employment.
10) RECEIVE AND FILE A PRESENTATION AND STATUS UPDATES ON CITY BEAUTIFICATION
EFFORTS
Public Works Operations Manager Mora presented the staff report and responded to Councilmember questions.
The City Council requested staff to return to a future meeting to seek public feedback on social media to determine if Public Works should add new bulky item trash pick-up routes/locations; seek feedback from community on graffiti hotspots; bring back discussions during the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 mid-year budget to provide estimate of costs March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 21 of 282
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for remaining replacement of resident tree requests; begin plan to transform Cindy Montanez Natural Park into a Monarch Butterfly reserve and clean-up activities; costs to beautify City to include but not limited to, information on sidewalk repairs above 2.5 inches, list of sidewalk complaints by residents, cost on filling empty planters, additional cleaning of parks public restrooms and resident requested tree replacements; clarify how many bulky item pick up trips does Republic offer; and approved 60 hours of Public Works overtime towards weekly beautification efforts.
The City Council recessed the meeting at 8:22 p.m. and reconvened at 8:40 p.m. with all Councilmembers present.
13) DISCUSSION REGARDING SAN FERNANDO CHRISTMAS PARADE 2026 – A CELEBRATION OF
COMMUNITY & HOLIDAY SPIRIT
Councilmember Patty Lopez presented the staff report
City Council discussion to provide staff direct the City Administration to evaluate the feasibility, logistics, and estimated costs of the proposed San Fernando Christmas Parade 2026, in collaboration with Organización Emprende, and report back to the City Council at a future meeting with findings and recommendations.
14) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO DRAFT AND SEND A LETTER TO
CONGRESSIONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND FEDERAL LEGISLATORS URGING REASSESSMENT OF INCREASED FUNDING FOR U.S. IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT (ICE) DUE
TO RECENT USE-OF-FORCE INCIDENTS AND THEIR CONSEQUENCES Councilmember Mary Solorio presented the staff report.
Motion by Councilmember Solorio, seconded by Mayor Fajardo to direct staff to prepare a letter from the City to Congressional and Federal legislators in opposition to proposed increases in funding for ICE enforcement operations. The motion carried, unanimously. 15) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION TO IMPLEMENT A COMPREHENSIVE
VOTER EDUCATION AND OUTREACH CAMPAIGN REGARDING THE CHANGE IN MUNICIPAL ELECTION DATE FROM NOVEMBER 2026 TO JUNE 2026
Councilmember Mary Solorio presented the staff report.
Motion by Councilmember Solorio, seconded by Mayor Fajardo to direct staff to return to the next meeting with a comprehensive non-partisan voter education and outreach campaign to inform residents of the City of San Fernando of the change in the municipal election date from November 2026 to June 2, 2026; and reach out to County Supervisor Horvath’s Office to seek potential funding towards outreach education materials. The motion carried, unanimously.
16) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION REGARDING A COMPASSIONATE CITY RESOLUTION Vice Mayor Victoria Garcia tabled the item to a future Council meeting and will work with Councilmember Lopez on a community outreach plan.
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17) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF ESTABLISHING A FARMERS MARKET IN THE CITY OF
SAN FERNANDO
Councilmember Mendoza recused herself due to a potential conflict of interest and left the dais at 9:09 p.m.
The City Council directed staff to refer agenda item to the Area B Ad Hoc committee to discuss the feasibility and structure of a farmers’ market, survey businesses and return to the City Council at a future meeting with Ad hoc committee recommendations for discussion during the FY 26-27 budget review.
Councilmember Mendoza returned to the dais at 9:15 p.m.
STAFF COMMUNICATION INCLUDING COMMISSION UPDATES
Police Chief Valdez stated that Computer Kiosks were installed in the City Hall, Community Development and Public Works lobby; City monument signs were cleaned and refurbished with fresh paint; announced the recent promotion of Commander Brian Woodward, noted the newly implemented Area Lead Officer Program; announced City Hall will be closed on February 16 due to President’s Day Holiday.
GENERAL CITY COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS AND LIAISON UPDATES Mendoza noted she attended the community forum and thanked staff for putting that event on.
Councilmember Solorio attended the Education Commission’s principals’ brunch event and the community forum.
Councilmember Lopez spoke about accountability and noted that she has held previous community events regarding immigration rights, participated in Children’s Day events, worked with special-needs children, and suggested that people send letters of support or opposition to federal legislators for matters that cannot be addressed at the local level. She also extended congratulations to Commander Woodward.
Vice Mayor Garcia attended the Fosters Freeze grand opening, the community forum, a meeting of City Managers, talked about the sales tax increase on the ballot, attended the Veterans’ Banner Recognition Program Ad hoc committee meeting and extended congratulations to Commander Woodward.
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Mayor Fajardo spoke regarding immigration issues, congratulated Commander Woodward, noted he attended the Education Commission principal’s brunch event, spoke regarding developing a recruiting program for the Police Department; attended the community forum; and spoke about the public comments made tonight.
ADJOURNMENT 9:43 p.m.
Motion by Mayor Fajardo, seconded by Vice Mayor Garcia to adjourn the regular meeting at 9:43 p.m. to the next regular meeting of February 17, 2026.
I do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and
correct copy of the minutes of the February 2, 2026,
Regular meeting and approved by the San Fernando
City Council at the meeting of ________________.
_________________________________________
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: ☒ City Clerk ☒ Director of Admin. Services ☒ City Manager To: Mayor Joel Fajardo and Councilmembers
From: Kanika Kith, City Manager
By: Erica D. Melton, Director of Administrative Services
Date: March 16, 2026
Subject: Consideration to Adopt a Resolution Approving the Warrant Register RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-032 (Attachment “A”) approving the Warrant Register.
BACKGROUND:
For each City Council meeting the Finance Division prepares a Warrant Register for City Council approval. The Register includes all recommended payments for the City. Checks, other than special checks, generally are not released until after the City 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 City Council approval and or ratification. Items such as payroll withholding tax deposits do not require budget approval.
The Director of Administrative Services/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 Administrative Services/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. 26-032, including:
Exhibit A: Payment Demands/Voucher List
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ATTACHMENT “A”
RESOLUTION NO. 26-032
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. 26-032
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 16th day of March 2026.
Joel Fajardo, Mayor of the City of San
Fernando, California
ATTEST:
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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RES. NO. 26-032
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. 26-032, 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 16th day of March 2026, 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 March 2026.
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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AGENDA REPORT
CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1202 WWW.SANFERNANDO.GOV REVIEW: ☒ City Clerk ☒ Director of Admin. Services ☐ City Manager To: Mayor Joel Fajardo and Councilmembers
From: Kanika Kith, City Manager
Date: March 16, 2026
Subject: Receive and File Status Updates for City Projects and City Council Priorities RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the status report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026 City 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 2025-2026 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 “C” shows City contracts that are approaching the end of the term. Attachment “E” provides a summary of 2025 Legislative Advocacy & Funding Request Letters.
COMPLETED PROJECTS:
City Manager’s Office & City Clerk’s Office. Date Completed Title: Records Retention Policy Update January 2025
Title: Virtual San Fernando – Website Redesign & My San Fernando App February 2026 Community Development Department. Date Completed
Title: CDBG Neighborhood Cleanup Program June 2025
Title: New Position – Planning Manager March 2025
Title: Mixed Use and Specific Plan Overlay Districts March 11, 2025 Title: Graffiti Program (with Public Works and Police Department) February 18, 2025 Title: Homeless Action Plan Implementation and Management March 2025 Title: Zoning Code Reorganization May 5, 2025
Title: Landscape Ordinance May 5, 2025
Title: Outdoor Dining Ordinance May 5, 2025
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COMPLETED PROJECTS CONTINUED:
Finance. Date Completed
Title: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Allocations February 18, 2025 Title: Online Bill Payment System (Paymentus) February 2025 Title: Microsoft 365 (M365) Upgrade December 2025
Police Department. Date Completed
Title: Police Department Overtime February 2025
Title: Law Enforcement Technology Improvements –
Handheld Ticket Writers April 8, 2025
eSubpoena May 19, 2025
Title: Mental Health Clinician Program September 29, 2025 Cameras/ Access Control Project May 2025
UASI EOC 2023 December 2025
Public Works Department. Date Completed
Title: Civic Center Beautification (Painting) Project January 2025 Title: Position Reclassification: Convert Four (4) Part-Time Maintenance Workers to Two (2) Full-Time Maintenance
Workers for Graffiti and Tree Maintenance October 31, 2024 Title: Street Resurfacing Project – Phase 3 November 2024 Title: Curb Painting, Street Striping, and Street Markings Spring 2025 Title: Pioneer Park Playground Renovation Project January 23, 2025 Title: Urban Forest Management Plan March 31, 2025
Title: Phase 1: Fog Seal Coating Public Parking Lots September 15, 2025 Title: Well 2A Refurbishment Project December 14, 2025
Title: Bus Shelter Rehabilitation Project January 5, 2026 Title: Residential Water Service Shut Off Policy January 1, 2026 Title: Outdoor Dining in Public ROW February 17, 2026
Title: Crosswalk Safety at Bike Path February 25, 2026
Recreation & Community Services. Date Completed
Title: Afterschool Teen Program October 7, 2024
Title: Park Opportunity Plan October 7, 2024
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Active Projects
Project Title Description Status / Completed
Actions
Next City
Council Action
Tentative
Completion
Date
Staff Project Lead
City Manager’s Office
1. Opportunity Sites
Analysis (Formerly
Downtown Master Plan)
Approved FY 22-23
budget to develop a
DTMP with robust
community outreach.
Guides future actions
for revitalization of
Downtown San
Fernando. Budget:
$297,675.
• 12-2023 to 3-2024:
Multimodal Survey
• 3-11-2024: Ad Hoc
Mtg #1
• 4-11-2024: CAC Mtg
#1
• 4-27-2024: Outreach
“Walkshop”
• 4-2024 to 5-2024:
Online Survey
• 7-2024: Existing
Conditions Analysis
• 9-16-2024: Phase 1
Findings to Council +
PPC
• Contract extended to
Dec 2025
• 6-11-2025: Ad Hoc
Mtg #2
December 2026 Kanika Kith/
Ron Garcia
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Date
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• 11-17-2025: Council
approved Option 1 –
Opportunity Site
Analysis
• Opportunity Sites
Analysis Kick Off
Meeting January
2026
2. East San Fernando Valley
Light Rail Transit Project
Metro project to build
light rail line in two
phases:
Phase 1 – 6.7 miles
along Van Nuys Blvd
with 11 stations.
Phase 2 – 2.5 miles
from Pacoima to
Sylmar/San Fernando
Metrolink. Funded by
Measure R & M.
• 2017-2020: City
comments on Draft
EIR
• 12-2010: Metro
Board certified Final
EIR with
safety/design
conditions
• 4-2022 to 9-2022:
Grade Crossing
Analysis
• 1-2024 to summer
2024: Supplemental
Phase 2 studies
• Status updates to
Council (2020, 2022,
2025)
Continue pursuing
early action safety
funding and
mitigations.
Monitor and work
closely with Metro
to follow through
on safety
improvements to
rail crossings in the
City.
Phase 1 – 2031;
Phase 2 – TBD
Will Pettener
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Completion
Date
Staff Project Lead
• 6-2025: CPUC Sec.
130 safety funding
discussions
• 6-25-2025: Multiagency safety
improvements
discussion
• 7-7-2025: Public
outreach results
presented
• 9-18-2025: Council
approved conditional
support for Scenario
2 • 12-4-25: Metro Board
of Director’s
approved planning
work on Scenario 2,
including early action
safety improvements
on rail crossings in
the City.
3. CDBG Small Business
Assistance Grant
Program (SBAP)
Provides grants to
businesses/property
owners for storefront
improvements
(signage, paint, anti-
• 3-5-25: Application
period was opened
to the public.
Application period
None June 2026 Kanika Kith/Will
Pettener
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Date
Staff Project Lead
graffiti, landscaping,
etc.). Total funding:
$137,861.
closes on April 6,
2026.
4. Partnership with
Asociación de
Jaliscienses Unidos en
Acción (AJUA)
Potential partnership
with AJUA to provide
services to the
immigrant
community.
• 9-3-25: Staff met
with AJUA
representatives to
discuss scope of
services and future
events.
• 10-6-25: City Council
approved MOU with
AJUA.
• AJUA will started on
11-17-25 at BCRC.
• Ongoing monthly
dates have been
scheduled for Q1
2026.
None Ongoing Cristina Moreno
5. Strategic Plan
Development
A new plan will be
developed to replace
the current plan set
to expire in 2026.
• City Council
approved agreement
with Baker Tilly on
12-1-25 for Strategic
Planning Consulting
services.
• On 1-23-25, staff met
with Baker Tilly to
develop a roadmap
A Strategic Plan
Special City
Council meeting is
set for March 23,
2026.
May 2026 Will Pettener
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Actions
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Completion
Date
Staff Project Lead
and determine next
steps for outreach.
• In February 2026,
Baker completed
phase 1 of their
engagement process
by interviewing City
Council, Department
Heads, and
facilitating a citywide
staff survey
• On 3-3-26, Executive
Staff took part in a
workshop with Baker
Tilly
City Clerk’s Office
1. Amend City Recognition
Requests
Policy/Procedure
Expands the City’s
Recognition Requests
Policy/Procedure to
include clear
descriptions and
guidelines for
Council-issued
recognitions
(Resolutions,
• May 2025 – Council
adopted revised
Recognition Requests
Policy/Procedure
(replacing Awards
Program).
• 8-4-25: Council
directed staff to
return with revisions
April 6, 2026 April 6, 2026 Julia Fritz
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Completion
Date
Staff Project Lead
Proclamations,
Certificates, official
acknowledgments)
honoring
contributions,
achievements, or
service to the
community.
to add guidelines for
Resolutions,
Proclamations, and
recognitions.
• 9-2-25: Council
directed staff to
return with options
to add Certificate of
Commendation,
potential Resolution
adoption, and
enhanced certificate
design options.
2. Quarterly Special City
Council Meeting
Celebration Event
Host Quarterly
Celebration Meetings
to acknowledge
Community
members, businesses
and organizations for
their contribution to
the community.
• Pre-Planning for Next
Celebration Event
Scheduled for:
January 26, 2026
• Pre-Planning for 2nd
quarterly Celebration
Event for:
July 27, 2026
• On 1-5-2026, Staff
was directed to
reschedule the
January and July
2026 Celebration
October 2026
Consideration on
next Council
approved SemiAnnual
Celebration
Meeting Date.
Next Scheduled
Celebration
Event:
August 24, 2026
Julia Fritz
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Completion
Date
Staff Project Lead
Events to February
and August.
3. Amend City Commission
Ordinance
Remove Eligibility
Requirement of being
a “Registered Voter”
• On February 2, 2026,
Staff was directed to
bring back an
ordinance removing
the eligibility
requirement of being
a “registered voter”
to serve on a City
Commission.
March 16, 2026 A
Public Hearing to
Adopt an
Ordinance
Amending the SF
Code to remove
“registered voter”
requirement.
April 6, 2028 Julia Fritz
Community Development Department
1. Community Preservation
– Commercial Property
Education Program
Education &
maintenance program
to support
beautification of
commercial corridors.
Officers work directly
with business
community.
• 9-19-24: Presented to
Council
• 3-26-25: Postcards
distributed
• 3-30-25 & 5-7-25:
Workshops
• 5-12-25: Walking
inspections began
• 7-28-25: 22
businesses
recognized
None at this time FY 2026–2027
(Ongoing)
Rigoberto Guerrero
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Completion
Date
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• 10 -27- 2025: 19
businesses
recognized
• February 2026: 55 to
be recognized
• 1-20-26: Walking
inspections will
resume
2. Climate Action Resilience
Plan (CARP) & General
Plan Updates
Strategic framework
to mitigate climate
change and update
Circulation (Mobility)
& Open Space/Parks
Elements. Supported
by state grant.
• Phase 1 completed
Feb 2024
• Phase 2 engagement
underway with
Pacoima Beautiful,
FTBMI, and Climate
Resolve
• Grant accepted Apr
2, 2024
• Workshops &
walkshops held
through 2024–2025
• Advisory Group
refining equity
framework
• Draft Final
Plans Jan 12,
2026
• Update and
Discussion
January 20,
2026
• Consideration
for Adoption
April 6, 2026
April 6, 2026 Ron Garcia
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3. SCAG REAP 2.0 Grant $1.125M grant for
housing programs:
displacement
prevention, historic
survey update,
density bonus
ordinance, zoning
updates, streamlined
approvals.
• Council accepted
grant Oct 21, 2024
• Consultant (Rincon)
selected Mar 2025
• City tour held Mar
19, 2025
• Engagement pop-ups
hosted Jun–Aug 2025
(112 participants)
• Engagement Plan
approved May 5,
2025
• Community
Workshop December
4, 2025
• Draft documents
expected Spring 2026
• Public Review
Drafts
Documents
2/2026 –
3/2026
• Update and
Discussion
February 17,
2026
• Consideration
for Adoption
May 18, 2026
• City Council 2nd
Reading June
15, 2026
Jun 30, 2026 Ron Garcia
Public Works Department
1. Carlisle Green Alley
Reconstruction Project
Revitalizes alley with
200+ trees, bioswales,
permeable surfaces,
• PSA with TreePeople
approved Sep 3, 2024
• PSA with Craftwater
approved Jan 6, 2025
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lighting, and
bike/pedestrian path.
• Tentative design/
construction timeline
set (2025–2026)
• Craftwater submitted
60% plans, staff is
currently reviewing
them.
2. Calles Verdes Project
(Phase 1)
Parking lot 4, and
South Maclay (Pico
South Bound)
Bioswales and
bulbouts on Maclay
Ave, stormwater
redirection, coo
pavement, trees.
• City Clerk opened
four (4) sealed bids
on October 30, 2025
• Rejection of Bids
approved Jan 5, 2026
None at this time Dec 2026 Patsy Orozco
3. Calles Verdes Project
Phase 2
Workman Drainage
Improvement/
Infiltration Project
• Received feasibility
study from CWE -
Aug 6, 2025
• Selection of projects
by awarding agency
in Spring 2026
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4. Las Palmas Park
Revitalization Project
Multi-field and facility
renovations, splash
pad, ADA playground,
lighting, exercise
equipment.
• Phase II construction
cost estimate
completed for RPOSD
Grant application
None at this time June 2027 Patsy Orozco /
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• Phase I and Phase II
of project presented
at Parks, Wellness,
and Recreation
Meeting on 9/11/25
• Scope modifications
presented and
approved at 2/17/26
City Council Meeting
• Staff presenting
scope modifications
to granting agency
for final approval
5. Pacoima Wash
Connectivity Project (aka
Cindy Montañez Natural
Park Improvements)
$7.5M Caltrans grant
for Pacoima Wash
Path extension,
lighting, restrooms,
landscaping, and
permanent memorial
sign.
• Staff reviewed four
(4) proposals to
provide design
services for projectPacoima Wash
Connectivity Project
RFP for landscaping
improvements
scheduled Sep–Oct
2025
• PSA with KimleyHorn approved Jan 5,
2026
None at this time June 2027 Patsy Orozco /
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6. San Fernando Mission
Trail Restoration Project
(Phase I–III)
Restores bike path
lighting with
LED/solar tech, smart
controls, and
sustainability
features.
• Scope includes
assessment, design,
implementation, and
maintenance
planning
None at this time TBD Patsy Orozco /
Willdan
7. HSIP Traffic Signal
Modification Project
Upgrades signals at 9
intersections with
poles, pedestrian
heads, controllers,
signage, and striping.
• Contractor is working
on completion of
“punch list” items
Construction
acceptance –
March 2026
March 2026 Manuel Fabian /
Willdan
8. Citywide Traffic Signal
Synchronization Project
Synchronizes signals
at 13 intersections
with new GPS units,
controllers, and
timing charts.
• Construction started
on December 1,
2025.
• Contractor is working
on the installation of
GPS units and
completion of “punch
lists” items
Project acceptance
– April 2026
April 2026 Manuel Fabian /
Willdan
9. Citywide Signage
Upgrades
Citywide replacement
of 3,100+ signs
(wayfinding,
regulatory, trolley).
• Phase I
(wayfinding/trolley
signs) complete
• Phase II starts FY
2025–26
• Staff has commenced
ordering signs for
None at this time Phase I
complete March
2026
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Phase II . Signs
include school zone
signs, parking
restriction signs for
recently painted
curbs and other
signage to address
recent safety
concerns
• Signs received. Public
Works to schedule
installation of signs
• Staff began installing
signs around San
Fernando Middle
School and
O’Melveny
Elementary School.
School areas
completed.
• Additional signs
ordered. Waiting for
the sign delivery to
start phase II.
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10. Pacoima Wash Bikeway
Project
1.34-mile Class I
bikeway with bridge,
bioswales, lighting,
and safety features.
• Construction 99%
complete
• Additional
bollards/curbs/
striping to address
vandalism
Notice of
Completion –
Winter 2025
Winter 2026 Patsy Orozco
11. Residential Permit
Parking (RPP) Program
Updates to
residential/commerci
al parking policies,
smart meters, data
collection, and
enforcement
guidelines.
• Data collection and
engagement
completed
• 400+ survey
responses received
• Code amendments
split for Council
review Sep 2, 2025
• Meeting with
Finance, Police and
Public Works
Departments
conducted on
November 3, 2025
Administrative
Guidelines
presented to
Council – April
2026
Spring 2026 Greg Steigerwald /
Dixon Resources
Unlimited
12. City Facility Condition
Assessment Report
Comprehensive
evaluation of all Cityowned facilities to
assess deficiencies,
costs for
repairs/maintenance,
• Project kick-off
meeting was held on
October 16, 2024.
• Waiting on site
facility assessment by
No Council action
required at this
time
March 2026 Rodrigo Mora
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and capital
improvements.
Includes inventory,
inspections, condition
ratings, cost
estimates,
prioritization, life
cycle analysis,
recommendations,
and Facility Condition
Index (FCI). Supports
strategic planning,
compliance, risk
management, and
resource allocation.
Brightly (contractor)
in early November
• City Staff is
scheduled to conduct
on-site evaluations
with the contractor,
Brightly on
November 17, 2025
started the on site
Facility assessment
by visiting all sites
identified- with PW
Staff.
• 1/21/2026 Inventory
of major equipment
has been assessed
documented, and a
maintenance
regiment has been
created. Waiting for
the final assessment
report. Report was
received and will be
evaluated with staff
to create a work
plan. 2-25-2026
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13. Fixed Route ADA
Sidewalk Improvement
Project
Upgrading damaged
and non-ADA
compliant sidewalks,
drive approaches,
curbs, gutters, and
ramps along key
transit routes
(Truman St., Hubbard
Ave., 7th St., Harding
Ave.).
• Field-check sites
• Prepare cost
estimates
• Prepare project
specifications
• Identify conflicting
utilities
• Identify business
access impacts
• Complete project
specifications,
construction
quantities, and
advertise project for
construction.
Award
construction
contract
(tentatively May
2026)
TBD Manuel Fabian /
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14. Las Palmas HVAC Project HVAC replacement at
Las Palmas Park
(community center &
cooling center).
ARPA-funded,
focusing on the gym
system. Roof
replacement required
before AC installation.
• Contractor met with
staff January 30,
2025
• Work scheduled to
minimize program
disruptions
• Roof replacement
completed July 2025
Pending
Acceptance of
project – March
16, 2026
March 2026 Manuel Fabian
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• HVAC installation
scheduled for
September 2025.
• Work completed
15. Emergency Generator
Installation at Las Palmas
and Recreation Park
Facilities
Installation of
generators to ensure
park cooling centers
remain operational
during
outages/extreme
weather. Supports
resilience, emergency
services, and
community safety.
• Two generators
received and placed
on pads
• Design for
connection to
switching
mechanism/ building
in plan check
• Project remains in
plan check;
Engineering
coordinating with
Community
Development to
finalize. Waiting on
Fire Department
approval.
Engineering firm
hired to create the
wiring plans will
submit UL
specifications to the
Approve Notice of
Completion
(tentatively June
2026)
June 2026 Rodrigo Mora
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fire department
again.
• Waiting for Fire
Department approval
1/21/2026. Waiting
for Fire Department
approval. 2-25-2026.
16. School Zone Signage
Safety Enhancement
Initiative
Replacing outdated
school zone signage
with high-visibility,
standardized, and
compliant signs.
Objectives: enhance
child safety, improve
visibility, standardize
messaging, and
engage the
community.
• Audit existing signage
• Identify
damaged/noncompliant signs
• Develop updated
reflective/LED
designs
• Secure stakeholder
approvals
• Plan phased
installations with
traffic control
• Conduct postinstallation
evaluation &
community feedback
• Waiting on carryover
from Finance to start
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to purchase signs.
Signage has been
ordered, will install
once received. San
Fernando Middle
School and
O’Melveny have
been completed.
• All school signage has
been completed.
17. Recreation Park
Bathroom Renovation
Renovation of existing
restrooms to create
safe, accessible,
sustainable facilities.
• Assessment &
planning underway
• Design criteria and
cost estimates in
progress
Procurement of
contractors next
• Construction to be
phased
• Post-construction
inspection and
feedback planned.
TBD
• Scope of work and
funding TBD waiting
To Be Determined To Be
Determined
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for funding and
approval 2-25-2026.
18. Downtown Trash
Enclosures
Renovation of Cityowned trash
enclosures in the Mall
area.
• Community
Engagement Event
was held 10/8/25.
Council discussion
on preliminary
design – March
2026
Summer 2026 Manuel Fabian /
Willdan
19. City Owned Right-of-Way
Beautification
Beautification of
ROWs including
streetscapes,
medians, bikeways,
tree wells.
• Infrastructure
restoration
(irrigation, wiring,
backflow devices) in
progress Scope of
work and funding
TBD.
• Developing
comprehensive task
list
• Fall 2025 tree
planting planned for
vacant tree wells.
For more significant
beautification, more
funding would be
required. Staff
completed surface
restoration
(Painting)on 12 City
No Council action
anticipated
Ongoing Rodrigo Mora
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monument signs
citywide. Staff Report
was created and
presented, waiting
for approval.2-25-
2026.
20. Sidewalk Condition
Assessment
Citywide assessment
and mitigation plan
for sidewalk hazards.
• Precision Concrete
Cutting awarded
contract
• Assessment in Zone E
complete
• Report and repair
plan to follow.
No Council action
required
June 2026 Patsy Orozco
21. Project Labor Agreement Evaluation of PLA
benefits, costs, and
legal requirements.
• Conducting research
on scope, costs, legal
compliance
• Preparing report for
Council.
To be scheduled
for Council
consideration
TBD Richard Padilla / Bill
Evans
22. City Fleet Replacement &
Heavy Equipment
Program
Replacement and
optimization of City
fleet and heavy
equipment.
• Needs assessment in
progress
• Quinn Company
developing
loader/backhoe
specifications
Recommendations
to be included in
FY 25–26 Budget
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• PD vehicle rightsizing under review.
Backhoe was
purchased along with
3 new Police vehicles,
and 8 Water Division
trucks were leased.
Operations approved
fleet order has been
placed and waiting
for Ford Motor
Company to build.
23. Overhead Mass Arm
Street Name Sign
Replacement Project
Replacement of
outdated/damaged
street name signs.
• Citywide survey
planned
• Design to include
reflective/LED signs
• Coordination with
Caltrans required.
Ongoing TBD Manuel Fabian
24. Phase 2: Fog Seal Coating
Public Parking Lots
Additional pavement
treatments and
repairs for 5 lots.
• 4 bids received Sept
4, 2025
• Staff reviewing bids.
Ongoing Manuel Fabian
25. Recreation Park Field
Rehabilitation
Replacement of failed
sod installation.
• RFP for consultant
under development.
Award of contract
Winter 2026
TBD Manuel Fabian
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26. IPS Smart Meter
Installation
Replacement of coin
meters with smart
meters.
• 91 smart meters
installed March 2025
• Noncompliant meters
removed
• Phase 3 financial
analysis underway.
No Council action
required
Ongoing Greg
Steigerwald/Walter
Dominguez (PD)
27. Implementation of
California Daylighting
Law (AB 413)
Citywide daylighting
improvements for
safety.
• 17 noncompliant
meters removed
• Citations issued since
May 2025
• Phase 1 red curb
painting underway
• Phase 2 rollout
planned.
• All areas specified by
Engineering have
been marked with
red curb. Red Curbing
is finished. Waiting
for a directive for
further
implementation.
• Finished all requests.
Will evaluate if
No Council action
anticipated
Ongoing
PW red curb
painting is done.
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further curb painting
is desired. 2-25-2026.
28. Well 2A Nitrate Water
Treatment Facility
Project
Construction of a new
nitrate removal
treatment facility
capable of reducing
nitrate
concentrations to
levels compliant with
State Water
Resources Control
Board – Division of
Drinking Water
(DDW) standards.
• 9-2-25 - City Council
approval
• Envirogen designing
new 2000 gpm
system and
coordinating with
Civiltec and General
Pump for the new
building design – On
Going
• Well Treatment Plant
design had to be
reduced to 1600 gmp
due to liner installed
reduces diameter of
casing . Staff is
working with Civiltec
and Envirogen to
design treatment
plant
No Council action
anticipated.
Spring 2026 Victor Meza, Alex
Mendez and
Manuel Fabian
29. Well 2A Building
Expansion Project
Site improvements
and building upgrades
to house the
treatment process,
• 9-2-25 - City Council
approval for design
drawing
Council approval
of Plans in Dec
2025; Council
approval for
March 2026
Staff is
requesting 2
year extension
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Mendez and
Manuel Fabian
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improve security, and
extend the useful life
of the facility.
• Civiltec currently
working with
Envirogen and
General Pump for
design of building.
Geotech services
conducted on Week
of Oct 6, 2025
• Staff received notice
of Sovern Immunity
for this project
allowing the City to
control its own set
backs and permitting
• Staff is requesting an
2 year extension
from Granting
Agency to complete
the project-Approved
• Civiltec developing
submittals for long
lead time equipment
MMC panels to get
these going asap.
• NPDES permit fees
are being processed
and – Driveway
construction in Jan
2026
from Granting
Agency due to
long lead times
on equipment
Dec 2026
estimated
completion
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expansion is being
requested through
LACity PW.
30. Phase 4: Annual Street
Resurfacing Program
Various • Developing Funding
for Annual Street
Resurfacing Program
• Staff will begin
working with
consultant to prepare
bid package
• Bid Package under
review before
publishing
Award of Contract:
May 2026
Tentative Start
Date: August
2026
Manuel Fabian
31. Graffiti Abatement
Program
Public Works
monitors and
addresses as
situations arise.
Addressed as
reported. Graffiti
continues to be
addressed daily,
additionally
Community
Development, Police
and Public Works
have implemented a
joint team effort to
combat graffiti. Staff
continue addressing
graffiti and
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conducting meetings
on how to improve
the process. 2-25-
2026.
32. Crosswalk Safety at SF
Middle School
To be included in the
slurry seal project.
• Quotes from LA
County Public Works
and Contractor
received for
discussion. Finished
by LA County Public
Works.
TBD 2026 Bill Evans
33. Milkweed Project City Council has
requested the
installation of
additional Milkweed
at City parks,
including Cindy
Montanez Park. The
City will also seek out
opportunities to add
milkweed signage at
the park and create
citywide milkweed
initiatives.
• Staff will assess costs
to implement
Council’s request.
• Funding and scope of
work to be
determined.
• Finished phase 1.
1/26/2026 Need
funding for further
phases. Ongoing,
waiting for direction
and funding. 2-25-
2026.
First Council
Meeting in January
2026 Public Works
Operations
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1. Police Station Cameras
and Parking Lot Security
Improvement Project
Enhancing Police
Station security with
UASI 2022 grant
funds. Includes new
cameras, upgraded
resolution, modern
access control (key
fobs), and parking lot
security
improvements
(controlled access
gate, wrought iron
fence, mesh screen).
Budget: $114,408
(cameras/access
control) and $89,982
(parking lot security).
• Council approved
contract amendment
with BearCom on
Nov 18, 2024
• Cameras/Access
Control
implementation
began Nov 2024,
completed May 2025
• Staff received 2024
UASI Subaward
Agreement from City
of LA
• Parking Lot Security
project pending draft
of RFP
• Cameras/
Access Control:
No further
action
• Parking Lot
Security: 2024
UASI Subaward
Approved.
• Approve RFP
for parking lot
improvements
Parking Lot
Security: Dec
2027
CJ Chiasson
2. Police Officer Staffing
Update
City Council approved
$40,000 recurring
budget for Corporal
Program and $15,000
for recruitment
enhancements.
Supports succession
• 30 sworn positions
filled
• 1 in field training
• 4 applicants in
background process
• 1 Officer in the police
academy and
another Officer
• No additional
Council action
required
Ongoing CJ Chiasson
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planning and filling
vacancies.
awaiting the start of
Module I of the
academy.
• 2nd commander
promoted.
Administrative Services Department
1. Enterprise Resource
Planning Software
(Finance System)
The City’s current
financial system, Tyler
Eden, will no longer
be supported
effective March 2027.
Staff is preparing for
transition to a new
system. Phase I goals
include development
of General Ledger –
Financials and data
migration. The FY
2024-2025 Budget
includes $100,000 for
implementation and
$40,000 for ongoing
subscription costs.
• Initial vendor
demonstrations held
in June–July 2024.
• Two vendors invited
for onsite
presentations in
Aug–Sept 2024.
• City Council
approved Tyler
Technologies ERP on
Nov 18, 2024.
• Project kickoff call
held Mar 19, 2025
(timeline, resources,
multi-phase plan
reviewed).
• Test environment
deployed.
Additional
hardware needs
(e.g., AP/Payroll
check printer,
check
scanner/receipt
printer, cashiering
drawers, barcode
scanners, etc.) to
be included in FY
2025-2026 Budget.
Implementation
began Apr 2025;
up to 24 months
across 3 phases
(Financials,
Utility Billing,
HR/Payroll) but
was paused due
to staffing
shortages.
Deadline for full
completion
before Mar 1,
2027.
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• Weekly project
meetings underway.
2. Update on City’s
OPEB/Pension Liabilities
The City provides fulltime employees with
CalPERS pension
benefits and OPEB for
certain retirees.
Council requested
informational
presentation on OPEB
actuarial report and
investments from the
City’s financial
advisor.
• Staff coordinating
with actuarial
consultant (Foster &
Foster).
• Data provided to
consultant for
updated valuation
report (FY ending
June 30, 2025).
• Presentation
provided to City
Council on Feb 21,
2025.
• Appropriation of
$724,340 approved
in FY 2025-2026
Budget to continue
OPEB pre-funding.
OPEB presentation
to Council
scheduled
following Mid-Year
Budget Review
(April 2026).
April 2026 Erica Melton
3. Alternative Insurance
Risk Management Pool
Review
City Council direction
provided on
11/10/2025 to review
California Joint
Powers Insurance
Authority (JPIA) as an
• Initial contact sent to
California JPIA in
November 2025 for
new public agency
partner criteria, but
• Update to be
provided to
City Council for
analysis and
review
June 2026 Sergio Ibarra
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alternative to current
Independent Cities
Risk Management
(ICRMA) for any cost
savings.
no response
received.
• Additional inquiry
sent in December
2025.
• On January 13, 2026,
CJPIA responded to
the City’s inquiry and
stated that the risk
pool takes a
conservative
approach in
accepting new
members with a
Police Department.
• Additional
information was
requested from CJPIA
on January 23, 2026,
regarding their new
membership
application process
and their ideal risk
loss history for new
members.
• On 2/9/2026- Staff
met with the CJPIA
timeline in
March 2026
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Representative to
review their Risk
Management
Programs. CJPIA
Staff to provide
additional
information
regarding their ideal
risk management
profile for Cities that
have their own Police
Departments and
looking at a 10 Year
Loss Run. CJPIA Staff
stated they are highly
selective for new
members.
• Additionally, CJPIA
staff will provide
clarification if they
provide insurance for
Cities that have their
own Water Systems.
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Recreation & Community Services
1. Campana de Libertad
Home Placement
Permanent home for
the 440-pound
bronze and copper
Liberty Bell replica,
donated by Mexican
dignitaries and
unveiled in San
Fernando on
September 16, 2023.
11-2025: Discuss with
Public Works regarding
potential location.
Council directed
Public Works and
Recreation
Department to
look at the
possibility of
housing the Bell at
City Hall.
FY 26-27 Julio C Salcedo
2. City of San Fernando -
FTBMI MOU for Rudy
Ortega Park
Update to existing
Agreement between
the City of San
Fernando and the
Fernandeño Tataviam
Band of Mission
Indians for Rudy
Ortega Sr. Park.
12/2025 Internal
meeting held and
direction gotten from
City Manager’s Office on
Working on an all
encompassing MOU with
FTBMI and having the
different existing MOUs
as subsections.
Tentatively for
April 2026
FY 26-27 Julio C Salcedo
3. 2026 Holiday Parade A proposed San
Fernando Holiday
Parade to celebrate
the season.
Staff is currently
evaluating the potential
costs of hosting a parade
in the City of San
Fernando and/or the
possibility of
collaborations to upset
Looking for
direction on the
vision for this
parade to be a
stand alone special
event or an
extension of the
March 2026 Julio C Salcedo
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costs. Next Meeting with
Emprende Organization
is on February 12, 2026.
current Tree
Lighting
Ceremony.
4. Cesar Chavez Memorial
MOU with Pueblo Y Salud
Current MOU was
extended on March
2022 to March 2027.
This allows PYS
access, with advance
City approval, to
hosts fundraisers and
educational
programming
benefitting the
upkeep and
maintenance of the
memorial
No scheduled
programming at the
moment.
Tentatively
November 2026.
MOU Expires
March 2027.
Julio C Salcedo
5. Rudy Ortega FTBMI Sign
Project
The installation of
interpretive signage
depicting the Native
people of the region
and highlighting their
cultural importance.
Staff is currently making
sure that an MOU is
secured before looking
into bringing this project
in front of council. There
are long term
maintenance assurances
that need to be
addressed.
Tentatively for
April 2026
June 2026 Julio C Salcedo
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6. San Fernando 115
Birthday Celebration
The City will
Celebrate its 115th
year since its
foundation. A very
special occasion that
calls for a special
celebration.
Staff is looking at
expanding the 2026
celebration and making
sure expectations are
met for this very
important occasion.
Finding out ways in
which the celebration
meets the occasion and
communication is open
as far as what is needed
to accomplish such.
March 2026 August 2026 Julio C Salcedo
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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 2025-2026 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. Expiring Contracts
D. Legislative Advocacy Updates
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25-Apr 25-May 25-Jun 25-Jul 25-Aug 25-Sep 25-Oct 25-Nov 25-Dec 26-Jan 26-Feb 26-Mar Total
Building Code Violation 2 10 5 17 9 4 7 7 4 8 6 0 79
Homelessness Outreach 15 26 4 18 13 9 11 9 19 20 35 2 181 Property Maintenance 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total - Community Development 17 36 9 35 22 13 18 16 23 28 41 2 260 Abandoned Vehicle 11 9 4 13 19 9 9 4 10 8 4 2 102
Illegal Fireworks 0 0 6 26 0 3 1 3 1 1 0 0 41
Total - Police 11 9 10 39 19 12 10 7 11 9 4 2 143
Bus Stop/Shelter Maintenance 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3
City Trees 3 14 6 7 6 50 9 7 4 4 4 1 115
Graffiti and Sign Posting on P 47 95 51 56 56 56 50 32 79 58 82 24 686 Graffiti on Private Property 50 62 29 57 20 19 14 4 37 8 21 2 323 Illegal Dumping and Litter 51 86 56 94 122 63 50 56 87 67 44 25 801 Park Maintenance 3 6 7 3 1 1 5 3 7 1 0 1 38
Sidewalk Repair 6 20 9 7 9 8 1 6 8 4 6 3 87
Storm Drain and Flooding 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 3 0 0 0 6
Street Lighting 12 12 8 20 16 8 12 15 30 36 20 9 198
Street Repair 6 4 5 15 6 6 1 5 12 17 12 1 90
Street Signage 3 3 4 6 4 6 7 3 15 5 8 6 70
Traffic Signal 4 8 4 4 12 13 9 5 7 9 6 3 84
Total - Public Works 185 311 179 272 253 230 159 136 289 209 203 75 2501 Total All Topics 213 356 198 346 294 255 187 159 323 246 248 79 2904 Police
Public Works
All Topics
One Year Analysis of Opened Requests
Ending March 2026
Community Development
ATTACHMENT "A"
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ATTACHMENT "B"
ITEM STATUS PROJECT/PROGRAM BUDGETED SPENT CONTRACTED PROJ BALANCE 1 Complete Annual Street Repavement - Phase II 1,007,232 1,007,232 - - 2 Complete COVID-19 Relief/Response Reimbursement 205,940 205,940 - - 3 Complete Layne Park Revitalization Project 200,000 200,000 - - 4 Complete Council Chambers/AV Upgrade 24,981 24,981 - - 5 In Progress Upper Reservoir Project 850,000 778,612 71,388 - 6 In Progress Homeless Outreach Services 300,000 297,531 2,469 - 7 Complete Pioneer Park Project 255,235 255,235 - -
8 In Progress Downtown Master Plan 250,000 152,391 97,609 - 9 Complete Annual Street Repavement - Phase III 250,000 250,000 - - 10 In Progress Technology Improvements 179,845 54,356 125,490 - 11 In Progress Las Palmas & Rec Park Generator Project 150,000 113,452 35,999 550 12 In Progress City Mobile App - Virtual San Fernando 148,101 86,886 61,215 - 13 Complete Feasibility Study - New City Park Space 49,592 49,592 - - 14 In Progress Sidewalk Repairs 1,016,991 569,887 446,708 396 15 In Progress First Time Home Buyer & Rehab Loan Program Revolv 50,000 31,128 18,872 - 21 In Progress Bus Shelter Project 114,939 107,939 - 7,000 16 In Progress Las Palmas HVAC Project 399,848 392,011 7,837 - 17 Complete Citywide Curb Repainting 200,000 200,000 - - 18 Complete City Hall Beautification 99,770 99,770 - -
19 Complete Park IT Server Room Transition 45,611 45,611 - - 20 Complete Wifi at LP & Recreation Park w/Computer Rooms 20,254 20,254 - - Total 5,818,339 $ 4,942,807 $ 867,587 $ 7,946
NOTE:
ARPA Expenditure Plan & Status Report
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. V discussion during the 2026-2027 budget development review process.
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ADM_City Council Enhancement Project and Priority Updates (3-16-2026) ATT C ATTACHMENT "C" Contract
No.
Effective
Date
Expiration
Date
Company name
Description of Services
Contract
Amount
Extendable Approved By
CC or Admin
Dept. Procurement
Process
2333(a) 2/12/2025 3/1/2026 Craftwater First Amendment for Design Services for Carlisle Street Green Alley Project $373,190.00 - Admin PW Amending Section 3.8
2479 1/23/2026 3/9/2026 FS Contractors, Inc.
Bollard Installation Project No. 7611: 12900
Dronfield Avenue, Sylmar, California per
plan #P-738
$6,600.00 NA Admin PW NA
2489 2/27/2026 3/27/2026 Kiley & Associates, LLC Federal Funding and Legislative Advocacy Services $2,499.00 NA Admin CMO Admin
2297 1/1/2020 3/31/2026
California State Water Resources
Control Board (State Water
Board)
Nitrate Water Treatment System in Well 2A
(Agreement No. D2202021 & Project No.
1910143-001C)
$7,000,000.00 - PW
2411 9/2/2025 3/31/2026 General Pump Company Emergency rehabilitation of Well 2A $537,267.48 NA CC PW Emergency 2424 9/2/2025 3/31/2026 Civiltec Engineering, Inc. Engineering Services for Well 2A Nitrate Treatment System $435,148.50 NA CC PW RFP
1920(d) 9/2/2025 3/31/2026 Envirogen Technologies, Inc.
Third Amendment for Proprietary Ion
Exchange Nitrate Removal Treatment Well
2A
$2,600,000.00 NA CC PW RFQ
2139(a) 3/6/2023 4/14/2026 Scott Fazekas & Associates, Inc First Amendment to Building Plan Check and Building Official Services $25,000.00
2 successive
periods of 1
yr each
(included in
expiration
date)
CC CD
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ADM_City Council Enhancement Project and Priority Updates (3-16-2026) ATT C As of 01/23/2024 2236 4/2/2024 5/31/2026 Rincon Consultants, Inc. Climate Action and Resilience Plan (CARP) - Phase 2 and CEQA Review $351,598.00 - CC CD
2478 1/23/2026 6/2/2026 Los Angeles County RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk Check-In Center Plan June 2, 2026
Statewide Primary (City General) Election
at Lot 6N
$0.00 NA CC CLK NA
2371 6/18/2025 6/18/2026 Boyz in the Kitchen On-site Catering for Las Palmas Senior Club $24,900.00 (2) one-yr
extensions Admin RCS Informal
2171 6/23/2023 6/23/2026 GOGov, Inc. Citizen Request Management (CRM) $10,080.00 Auto renew
for (2) 12-
month
periods
(included in
Admin ADM
2160 7/1/2022 6/30/2026 State of California Department of Parks and Recreation
Grant Contract to Receive Funds for the
Pacoima Boys & Girls Club $5,000,000.00 - CC ADM
2163 6/1/2023 6/30/2026 Boys & Girls Club of San
Fernando
MOU Regarding the State of California
Department of Parks and Recreation
Specified Grant
$5,000,000.00 - Admin ADM
2057(b) 6/9/2023 6/30/2026 Joe Mar Polygraph &
Investigation Services, Inc.
Second Amendment for Polygraph
Services $2,500.00 - Admin PD
2168 6/20/2023 6/30/2026
San Gabriel Valley Council of
Governments and 19
Government Agencies
Administration and Cost Sharing for
Implementing Coordinated Integrated
Monitoring Program (CIMP) and
Watershed Management Program (WMP)
for Upper Los Angeles River Watershed
Management Area
- - CC PW Not Applicable
2232 7/1/2023 6/30/2026
Los Angeles Gateway Region
Integrated Regional Water
Management Joint Powers
Authority (JPA)
Cost Sharing for the Installation of
Monitoring Equipment and Monitoring
Pursuant to the Harbor Toxic Pollutants
TMDL
FY 23-24: $586.24
FY 24-25: $588.78
FY 25-26: $602.60
Yes CC PW
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ADM_City Council Enhancement Project and Priority Updates (3-16-2026) ATT C As of 01/23/2024 2185 8/22/2023 6/30/2026 Los Angeles Unified School
District (LAUSD)
Education Compact to collaborate to meet
educational needs of youth and families $0.00 - CC ADM
2152(b) 6/12/2024 6/30/2026 Chuck Thomas Investigations Second Amendment for Internal Police
Investigation Services (Increasing
compensation for FY 2023-2024 to cover
expenses)
FY 2023-2024 -
$27,500
$25,000/FY
thereafter
- Admin PD
2240 7/1/2024 6/30/2026 NetXperts, LLC Information Technology (IT) Managed Services
$149,700/yr w/ 3%
annual escalator
(3) one yr
extensions CC FIN
2306 10/21/2024 6/30/2026
State of California, Department of
Housing and Community
Development (SCAG)
MOU No. M-028-25 for Regional Early
Action Planning Grants Program of 2021
(REAP 2.0)
$1,250,000.00 NA CC CD Grant
2053(a) 10/23/2024 6/30/2026 Prudential Overall Supply First Amendment for Uniform supply for Public Works (Extending Term) $17,000.00 - Admin PW
2343 3/3/2025 6/30/2026 Rincon Consultants, Inc.
City of San Fernando Comprehensive
Housing Planning Program (SCAG REAP
2.0)
$1,125,000.00 NA CC CD Call for
Proposals
2238(b) 2/27/2025 6/30/2026 State of California Department of Parks and Recreation
Amendment No. 2 for Grant Contract for
San Fernando Family Hike and
Wildlife/Environment (Project Number HL19-015, Contract No C9781009) $26,486.00 Yes Admin RCS Extending term
2153(b) 4/10/2025 6/30/2026 JL Group, LLC Second Amendment for Investigation Services $90,000.00 NA Admin PD Increasing compensation 2221(a) 4/30/2025 6/30/2026 Community Bridge Housing Corp. Frist Amendment for Temporary Housing Services $25,000.00 - Admin CD
Extending
Term &
Increasing
Comp
2365 6/2/2025 6/30/2026 Plansman Inc Design Services for the Downtown Trash Enclosure Renovation Project $60,000.00 - CC PW RFP
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ADM_City Council Enhancement Project and Priority Updates (3-16-2026) ATT C As of 01/23/2024 2366(a) 6/10/2025 6/30/2026 Norman A. Traub and Associates First Amendment for Workplace Investigation Services $30,820.00 - Admin PD RFQ
2368 6/26/2025 6/30/2026 Canon Usa Laserfiche Software implementation and 12 month subscription $23,500.00 - Admin CLK Informal
1903(c) 6/26/2025 6/30/2026 Omnigo Software Information Technologies, LLC
Third Amendment for Hosted services of
CAD, RMS, Mobile and Auto-tagging $30,837.60 - Admin PD Extending
Term &
Increasing
Comp
2394 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Department of California Highway Patrol (CHP)
Grant Agreement for Cannabis Tax Fund
Grant Program funds to Support Selective
Traffic Enforcement Details
$189,866.43 - CC PD Grant
2354(a) 7/16/2025 6/30/2026 A&M Catering First Amendment for On-site Catering for Las Palmas Senior Club $24,999.00 No Admin RCS
Extending
Term &
Increasing
Comp
2407 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Liebert Cassidy Whitmore Consortium for Special Services $4,525.00 NA Admin HR 2415 8/8/2025 6/30/2026 Strategic Leadership Consultants SFPD Organizational Assessment $24,999.00 - Admin PD 2423 9/2/2025 6/30/2026 State of California - Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control Alcohol Policing Partnership Grant Funds $75,000.00 NA CC PD Grant 2426 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Able Mailing Mailing & Fulfillment Services $5,000.00 NA Admin AS Informal 2328(a) 9/2/2025 6/30/2026 The Language Pros First Amendment for Language Services up to $40,000/FY (4) 1-yr extensions CC CLK
Increase
compensation
& Extend term
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ADM_City Council Enhancement Project and Priority Updates (3-16-2026) ATT C As of 01/23/2024 2428 9/15/2025 6/30/2026 Civiltec Engineering, Inc. Water Master Plan Development Services $208,155.00 Yes CC PW RFP 2429 9/2/2025 6/30/2026 Interwest a SAFEbuilt Company On-Call Public Works Services $25,000.00 NA Admin PW Informal 2430 8/11/2025 6/30/2026 Gracie Global, LLC Jiu Jitsu Arrest and Control Instructor Training $9,000.00 NA Admin PD Informal
2438 7/10/2025 6/30/2026 RTB Bus line Transportation for Day Camp Field Trips $8,000.00 NA Admin RCS Informal 2429(a) 10/6/2025 6/30/2026 Interwest a SAFEbuilt Company First Amendment to On-Call Public Works
Services (Include interim PW Director,
project management, and grant
management)
$325,000.00 NA CC PW
Expanding
Scope of Work
& Increasing
compensation
2455 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Joanne Fajardo Zumba Gold Classes $60/class & $60/event NA Admin RCS Informal
2456 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Cynthia De Leon Mixed Line Dance Class 70% of registration
fee and/or
$30/event
NA Admin RCS Informal
2457 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Angela Ahmu Zumba Gold Classes (Substitute) Classes $35/class NA Admin RCS Informal 2458 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Bridget Laine Talley Yoga Class (Chair) Classes 70% of registration
fee and/or
$50/event
NA Admin RCS Informal
2459 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Joanne Fajardo Chair Zumba Gold Classes 70% of registration
fee and/or
$60/event
NA Admin RCS Informal
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ADM_City Council Enhancement Project and Priority Updates (3-16-2026) ATT C As of 01/23/2024 2460 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Angela Ahmu Stretching & Strengthening 70% of registration
fee and/or
$45/event
NA Admin RCS Informal
2461 12/1/2025 6/30/2026 Baker Tilly Strategic Plan Consulting Services $63,000.00 - CC CMO RFP 2464 8/1/2025 6/30/2026 GEC Events Special Event Production and Support Services $5,100.00 No Admin RCS Informal
2425(a) 2/13/206 6/30/2026 The Hiller Companies Annual Fire Inspection and Testing $3,950.00 NA Admin PW Term
extension &
comp increase
2485 1/23/2026 6/30/2026 Koff & Associates - A Division of Gallagher Benefit Services
Executive Recruitment Services for
Director of Public Works $25,000.00 NA Admin HR Informal 2453 12/1/2025 7/1/2026 SA Associates Preparation of 2025 Urban Water Management Plan $45,000.00 NA CC PW RFP
2488 2/10/2026 7/1/2026 A1 DataPrint Solutions Inc. On-Call Printer and Copier Repair Services for Administrative Services Department $2,500.00 NA Admin AS Admin 2220 1/3/2024 7/3/2026 KnowBe4 KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training Subscription and Software $13,588.40 - Admin FIN
2175 7/5/2023 7/5/2026 US Department of Homeland
Security
SFPD Interoperable System and Integrated
Public Alet and Warning System (IPAWS)
Open Platform for Emergency Networks
- - Admin PD
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ADM_City Council Enhancement Project and Priority Updates (3-16-2026) ATT C As of 01/23/2024 1920(c) 11/18/2024 7/15/2026 Envirogen Technologies, Inc.
Second Amendment for Repair of Nitrate
Removal Treatment Systems (Extending
term and increasing compensation)
$200,000 annually one 2-yr
extension CC PW Not Applicable
2401 7/16/2025 7/16/2026 Department of Resources
Recycling and Recovery
Participate in the Used Oil Payment
Program Cycle 16 (OPP16) Fiscal Year
2025–26
NA Yes Admin PW Renews
Annually
2253 7/28/2021 7/28/2026 Bartel Associates Actuarial Services $24,500.00 No Admin FIN 2253(a) 6/11/2024 7/28/2026
Foster & Foster Consulting
Actuaries, Inc. formerly Bartel
Associates, LLC
First Amendment for Actuarial Services
(Business Name Change) $24,500.00 No Admin FIN
2268 7/15/2024 7/31/2026 Dixon Resources Unlimited Resdential Parking Program Implementation Services $84,735.00 - CC PW
2396(a) 8/1/2025 7/31/2026 Veoci Amendment No. 1 for EOC Communication & Operations $5,701.00 - Admin PD Sole Source 2408 8/4/2025 8/4/2026 UCLA Head Start
Provide individualized support in school
readiness, health, resources, and quality
services for infant, toddlers, pregnant
women, and their families
$0.00 Two 1-yr
extensions CC RCS NA
2413 8/4/2025 8/4/2026 My Valley Pass City Marketing Campaign $25,000.00 (1) add'l twoyr extension CC CMO RFP 2281 8/5/2024 8/5/2026 Enterprise Fleet Management
Lease of 2024 Chrysler Voyager LX
Passenger Van, taxes, titles, registration,
destination charges, outfitting to support
implementation of SAHMSA grant
$51,287.95 - CC PW
2287(a) 9/1/2025 9/1/2026 Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA)
First Amendment to Administer a Home
Rehabilitation Program $50,000 per yr (1) one-yr
extensions Admin CMO Extending term
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Software, Inc.
Professional Services Agreement for
Sewer Overflow Monitoring Services $46,200.00
Auto renew:
(2) 1-yr
exten
included in
expiration
CC PW
2433 10/6/2025 9/30/2026 California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS)
Selective Traffic Enforcement Program
(STEP) Grant funds $60,000.00 NA CC PD Grant
2473 1/5/2026 9/30/2026
University Corporation at
California State University,
Northridge (CSUN)
Provide Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
(VITA) services and Financial Literacy
Workshops
$0.00 (2) add'l 2-yr
periods CC RCS MOU
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CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1202 WWW.SANFERNANDO.GOV To: Mayor Joel Fajardo and Councilmembers
From: Kanika Kith, City Manager
By: Will Pettener, Assistant to the City Manager
Date: March 16, 2026
Subject: Summary of 2026 Legislative Advocacy & Funding Request Letters Legislative Activity
Below are legislative advocacy letters submitted in accordance with the City’s Legislative Advocacy Policy and Platform (January 1, 2026 – Present):
1. Oppose LA County Motion (Mitchell) re: General Sales Tax Increase to Offset Healthcare Funding Shortfall (2/4)
Additionally, the City has submitted letters of support for funding requests and initiatives for the following community-based organizations and legislators (January 1, 2026 – Present):
1. Habitat LA – Commemorative Letter for the Los Angeles Builders Ball (2/10)
2. Congresswoman Rivas, Senator’s Schiff and Padilla – In Support of Pacoima Wash Greenway Segment 1b Project (2/18)
3. Congresswoman Rivas - In Support of San Fernando Community Health Community Project Funding Request (3/4)
4. Congresswoman Rivas - In Support of Northeast Valley Health Corporation Community Project Funding Request (3/4)
5. Congresswoman Rivas, Senator’s Schiff and Padilla – In Support of FTBMI’s Federal Appropriations Requests (3/11)
6. Senator’s Schiff and Padilla - In Support of Northeast Valley Health Corporation Community Project Funding Request (3/11)
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AGENDA REPORT
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1222 WWW.SFCITY.ORG REVIEW: ☒ City Clerk ☒ Director of Admin. Services ☒ City Manager To: Mayor Joel Fajardo and Councilmembers
From: Kanika Kith, City Manager
By: William Evans, Interim Director of Public Works
Date: March 16, 2026
Subject: Consideration to Accept Project Completion and Authorize the Recordation of a Notice of Completion for the Las Palmas Park Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Project
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
a. Accept the improvements as constructed by Carrier Corporation for the Las Palmas Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Project and consider the work completed; and b. Authorize the issuance and filing of a Notice of Completion (Attachment “A”) with the Los Angeles County Office of the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk.
BACKGROUND:
1. On October 7, 2021, Sourcewell, a government cooperative purchasing organization, entered into a National Cooperative Contract with Carrier Corporation (Carrier) to provide heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and related equipment, products, and services to Sourcewell and participating public agencies.
2. On October 16, 2023, the City Council reviewed the status of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funded programs/projects and approved allocating $400,000 toward the Las Palmas Park HVAC system.
3. On April 22, 2024, staff contacted Carrier to request a proposal to replace and upgrade the HVAC equipment at Las Palmas Park, located at 505 South Huntington Street.
4. In May 2024, staff met with Carrier at Las Palmas Park to determine the project scope of work, which included the replacement of the roof in the affected area.
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5. On August 19, 2024, the City Council awarded Contract No. 2284 to Carrier for the installation of HVAC system upgrades at Las Palmas Park.
6. On May 19, 2025, the contractor began work at Las Palmas Park. There was a long lead time for the manufacturing of the HVAC equipment which caused a delay.
7. On September 30, 2025, installation of a new roof and HVAC system was completed.
ANALYSIS:
A well-maintained HVAC system helps ensure that indoor spaces stay cool in the summer, warm in the winter, and healthy all year long. Good air circulation reduces allergens and humidity, making the environment safer for families and visitors. It also protects the building and equipment from damage, saves energy, and supports sustainability. When HVAC systems work properly, everyone can enjoy programs and events in a clean, comfortable space.
Typically, HVAC systems have an expected service life of 15 to 25 years, depending on system type and operating conditions. However, the U.S. Department of Energy recommends replacing HVAC systems approximately every 10 years to maintain optimal efficiency. The HVAC system at Las Palmas Park had exceeded its useful life, resulting in frequent breakdowns. Although maintenance had been performed, the age of the system made replacement parts increasingly difficult to obtain, often causing delays in restoring full functionality.
The HVAC system at Las Palmas Park had been experiencing ongoing issues and was unable to adequately cool the gymnasium. Las Palmas Park serves as one (1) of the City’s designated cooling centers during the summer months and hosts a variety of recreational activities and events throughout the year. The portion of the system serving the south end of the building, which supplies air to the gym, had been particularly prone to failure.
Staff identified an existing Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract with Carrier that allowed the City to procure HVAC equipment and services, including roof replacement, without undergoing a formal competitive bidding process. Under this cooperative agreement, pricing is established at or below the rates specified in the Supplier’s proposal.
A Notice to Proceed was issued in September 2024 to allow the contract to start working on the project. However due to lead time to manufacture the equipment, the project experienced a delay. Additionally, the weather affected the work schedule as neither party involved wanted to begin a roofing project during the rainy season. Roofing work commenced in May 2025 followed by the installation of the HVAC system which was completed in September 2025. Staff was present to perform inspection and a final walk-thru was conducted with the Contractor before accepting the project as complete.
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Additional project work included replacement of the roof for the entire facility, which had also exceeded its useful life and was in a deteriorated condition, resulting in leaks after rain events. A change order was issued to install walking pads around both new and existing HVAC units. These pads are designed to protect the newly installed roof by preventing damage from sharp objects.
The change order totaled $6,786 and was within the approved contingency amount.
Following a comprehensive evaluation of the completed work, staff confirmed that the project was constructed in conformance with the approved plans and specifications. Staff therefore recommends recording a Notice of Completion with the Los Angeles County Office of the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk.
BUDGET IMPACT:
The Las Palmas Park HVAC Upgrade Project was completed by Carrier within the approved budget of $400,000 allocated from ARPA Funds, at a final cost of $392,011.
CONCLUSION:
Staff recommends that the City Council accept the improvements for the Las Palmas Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Project as constructed by Carrier Corporation, consider the work completed, and authorize the issuance and filing of the Notice of Completion.
ATTACHMENT:
A. Notice of Completion
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Notice pursuant to Civil Code Section 3093, must be filed within 10 days after completion.
1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: work on the Las Palmas Park HVAC project has been completed, and it is recommended that a Notice of Completion be executed and recorded
2. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OWNER: City of San Fernando, a municipal corporation, 117 Macneil Street, San Fernando, CA 91340
3. DESCRIPTION OF THE PUBLIC WORK: Project construction improvements consisted of upgrading heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, and roof.
4. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The property on which said work of improvement was completed is in the City of San Fernando, County of Los Angeles, State of California, and is described as: 505 S. Huntington Street, San Fernando, CA 91340
5. ACCEPTED AND COMPLETED: Work on said contract was completed and accepted on September 30, 2025
6. NATURE OF OWNER’S INTEREST: In fee
7. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR: Carrier Corporation, 2478 Peck Road, City of Industry, CA 90601.
8. DECLARATION: I, Bill Evans, duly appointed Interim Director of Public Works of the City of San Fernando, have read the foregoing Notice of Completion, have made my verification on behalf of said City, and know the contents thereof to be true. I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct.
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Bill Evans Date
City of San Fernando, California
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
State of California )
County of Los Angeles )
On _______________ before me, Julia Fritz, Notary Public, personally appeared, Bill Evans who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument.
I certify UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct.
WITNESS my hand and official seal.
Signature_______________________ (Seal)
Julia Fritz, Notary Public
RECORDING REQUESTED BY AND
WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:
City of San Fernando
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
San Fernando City Hall
117 Macneil Street
San Fernando, CA 91340
Space Above This Line Reserved For The Recorder’s Use
EXEMPT FROM RECORDING FEES PER GOVT CODE SECTION 6103
NOTICE OF COMPLETION
A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document.
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AGENDA REPORT
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DEPARTMENT 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-7307 WWW.SANFERNANDO.GOV REVIEW: ☒ City Clerk ☒ Director of Admin. Services ☒ City Manager To: Mayor Joel Fajardo and Councilmembers
From: Kanika Kith, City Manager
By: Erica Melton, Director of Administrative Services
Sergio Ibarra, Human Resources & Risk Manager
Date: March 16, 2026
Subject: Consideration to Adopt a Resolution Approving the Job Specifications for an Administrative Analyst and Accounting & Treasurer Assistant; Adopt a Resolution Amending the Salary Plan; and Adopt a Resolution Amending the Table of Organization for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 8439 (Attachment “A”) approving the job specifications for an Administrative Analyst (Exhibit “1” to Attachment “A”) and an Accounting & Treasury Assistant (Exhibit “2” to Attachment “A”);
b. Adopt Resolution No. 8440 (Attachment “B”) amending the Salary Plan for Fiscal Year 2025-2026;
c. Adopt Resolution No. 8441 (Attachment “C”) amending the Table of Organization for Fiscal Year 2025-2026; and
d. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to make non-substantive changes and execute all related documents.
BACKGROUND:
1. On June 30, 2025, the City Council approved the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026 Adopted Budget, which included the authorized positions for a Public Works Technician in the Public Works Department; and an Accounting Assistant in the Administrative Services Department.
2. On December 29, 2025, the City provided notice to the San Fernando Public Employees Association (SFPEA) regarding establishing a new classification of Administrative Analyst and Accounting & Treasurer Assistant.
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3. On January 6, 2026, February 11, 2026, and February 26, 2026, the City met with the representatives from the SFPEA.
4. On March 12, 2026, the City received notice from the SFPEA about their agreement with the creation of the Administrative Analyst and Accounting & Treasury Assistant classifications.
ANALYSIS:
A job specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and attributes required for a particular job role, serving as a detailed description of the ideal candidate. It helps employers clearly define what is necessary to perform the job effectively, including educational background, technical expertise, soft skills, and physical requirements, if applicable. Job specifications guide hiring decisions, ensure accurate recruitment and assessment of candidates, and serve as a basis for performance evaluations and training needs. This clarity ultimately helps align hiring processes with organizational goals and expectations.
Under the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act (“MMBA”) (California Government Code Section 3500 et seq.), a city is required to provide opportunities to meet and confer in good faith with employee representatives and bargaining units about matters affecting work hours, wages, and other terms and conditions of employment, including job specifications for newly established positions.
Administrative Analyst.
In the current fiscal year, the Public Works Department was authorized a Public Works Technician, an administrative position that is assigned to the Public Works Field operations, which includes the Water Division, Streets and Sewers, and Facility Maintenance Operations. The former employee who served as the Public Works Technician retired on December 6, 2025, after 30 years of service. Staff reviewed the Public Works Technician’s duties and determined that an update to the duties assigned was needed.
Staff is recommending replacing the Public Works Technician position with a newly established Administrative Analyst job classification, which will provide support to all divisions in the Public Works Department field operations. The proposed Administrative Analyst classification will be the entry level series for the Management Analyst classification which will provide for a career ladder, allowing greater flexibility and succession planning in the City. Staff is recommending that the City Council approve a new classification of Administrative Analyst to replace the Public Works Technician assigned to the Public Works Department. The recommended salary range for the Administrative Analyst remains unchanged at pay grade level 80G ($5,346- $6,623 per month).
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identifying issues; developing recommendations; and preparing related reports, staff documents, and presentations. The role assists with researching and assessing programs, business processes, and financial or activity data, and helps implement procedures and policies. Duties include performing technical and paraprofessional tasks such as reviewing materials for compliance, documenting results, and providing support for studies, projects, and analytical assignments. The Administrative Analyst also contributes to the preparation, review, and monitoring of departmental budgets and capital improvement plan (CIP) submittals, assessing funding needs, forecasting multi-year requirements, and recommending adjustments based on project progress.
Additionally, the position handles customer service functions by receiving and processing work orders and service requests, responding to inquiries, investigating complaints, explaining standards and procedures, calculating fees, and issuing work orders. A comprehensive description of the position’s job specifications is outlined in Exhibit “1” to Attachment “A.” Accounting & Treasury Assistant.
The City’s Administrative Services Department – Finance Division is responsible for financial administration, budgeting and financial analysis, accounting and auditing of City resources, establishing internal controls, cash and debt management, purchasing, billing and collections, managing the business license program, accounts payable, payroll, utility billing, and providing support to internal departments. Under the FY 2025–2026 Adopted Budget, the Finance Division is authorized for one (1) Accounting Assistant and one (1) Treasury Assistant position. Following the retirement of the Accounting Assistant on December 26, 2025, after 18 years of service, the department reviewed its operational needs. This review concluded that updating the existing classification and creating a combined position would better support front-counter coverage and ensure continuity in both Finance and Treasury functions.
Since the duties of the Accounting Assistant and Treasury Assistant are similar, the new classification will merge the responsibilities of both roles, improve cross-training opportunities, and enhance customer service at the front counter. Staff recommends that the City Council approve the new Accounting & Treasury Assistant classification to replace the current Accounting Assistant and Treasury Assistant classifications within the Administrative Services Department.
The merging of the position titles will result in a title reclassification for the current position incumbent and assist in the recruitment of the vacancy. The recommended salary range for the Accounting & Treasury Assistant is pay grade level 70G ($4,579 – $5,780 per month). This reclassification will result in a salary increase of approximately $3,000 annually as compared to the Accounting Assistant position.
The duties of the new Accounting & Treasury Assistant position will include, but are not limited to performing a wide range of accounting support, cashiering, and treasury-related functions, including assisting in the receiving, verifying, and posting various customer payments across multiple service areas and processing deposits through in-person, phone, direct-deposit, mail-in, and online transactions. The Accounting & Treasury Assistant position assists in managing the City’s investment portfolios by maintaining records, preparing monthly treasury and cash March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 113 of 282 Consideration to Adopt a Resolution Approving the Job Specifications for an Administrative Analyst and Accounting & Treasury Assistant; Adopt a Resolution Amending the Salary Plan; and Adopt a Resolution Amending the Table of Organization for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
reports; and supporting the preparation of financial forecasts, investment analyses, and related reports. Additional responsibilities include customer service assistance at the public counter and by phone. A comprehensive description of the position’s job specifications is outlined in Exhibit “2” to Attachment “A.”
In order to formalize the Administrative Analyst and Accounting & Treasury Assistant job specifications and associated salary, it is necessary to adopt the proposed resolutions (Attachments “A” – “C”).
BUDGET IMPACT:
There is no budget impact associated with adopting the proposed job specifications and amended salary resolution. Sufficient funding for the Administrative Analyst and Accounting & Treasury Assistant positions are included in the FY 2025-2026 Adopted Budget.
CONCLUSION:
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution approving the job specifications for an Administrative Analyst and Accounting & Treasury Assistant; adopt resolutions amending the Salary Plan and Table of Organization for Fiscal Year 2025-2026; and authorize the City Manager to make non-substantive corrections and execute all related documents.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Resolution No. 8439, including:
Exhibit “1”: Administrative Analyst Job Specification
Exhibit “2”: Accounting and Treasury Assistant Job Specification B. Resolution No. 8440
C. Resolution No. 8441
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RESOLUTION NO. 8439
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 4144, ADOPTED DECEMBER 12, 1966, BY THE ADDITION OF RESOLUTION NO. 8439, AND CREATING
THE ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST AND ACCOUNTING & TREASURY
ASSISTANT JOB CLASSIFICATONS
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, FIND, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: That Resolution No. 4144, adopted on December 12, 1966, and the Position Classification Plan prepared by Griffenhagen-Kroeger, Inc. bearing date of April 1966, as amended by the City Council, covering important and essential duties, job-related and essential qualifications for the following positions and classifications attached Exhibits “1” and “2”:
ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST
ACCOUNTING & TREASURY ASSISTANT
Resolution No. 8439 is hereby adopted and approved as the new official job classification and definitions, prescribing important and essential duties, job-related and essential qualifications for the positions and classifications set forth above. Copies of Resolution No. 8439 are now on file in the office of the City Clerk. Said Resolution No. 8439 is hereby incorporated in and made a part of the Position Classification and Salary Plan for the City of San Fernando.
SECTION 2: The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and shall cause this Resolution and certification to be filed in the Office of the City Clerk.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 16th day of March 2026.
Joel Fajardo, Mayor of the City of San
Fernando, California
ATTEST:
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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CERTIFICATION
I, City Clerk of the City of San Fernando, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true, and correct copy of Resolution No. 8439, 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 16th day of March 2026, by the following vote of the City Council:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of San Fernando, California, this ____ day of March 2026.
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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JOB SPECIFICATION
CLASS TITLE ADOPTION
ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST
RESOLUTION NO.
8439
EFFECTIVE DATE
03/16/26
FLSA DESIGNATION
NON-EXEMPT
EMPLOYMENT
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general direction, provides primary support for a department or division, performing a wide range of administrative support duties such as financial, statistical, administrative functions in support of a City department’s projects and programs; assists with researching and drafting policies and procedures; may serve as primary contact at public counter and over the phone; reviews service requests and supporting documents for sufficiency and compliance with City requirements and regulations; issues work orders as authorized, maintains department specific reports, records and files, performs paraprofessional analysis and fund monitoring of department budgets and expenditures and assists with the preparation of the department budget; assists in preparing reports and recommendations; and performs related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The classification is the entry level/intermediate-level class in the Management Analyst series. An Administrative Analyst performs technical and administrative duties in support of the assigned department.
Employees in this class assist higher-level management or supervisory staff in various management tasks and projections covering a range of issues. The class works independently to perform responsible analytical work in support of City and department financial, budgetary and other strategic goals and objectives. Incumbents provide advanced administrative support to the department as well as work at a public counter providing customer support and issuing work orders and processing service requests. Incumbents must provide accurate information and use judgement interpreting and applying routine rules and regulations, department policies and precedents to specific cases or issues.
This position typically reports to a Department Head or other Management Staff. The incumbent may provide work direction and guidance to office support staff. The Administrative Analyst is distinguished from the Management Analyst in that an incumbent in the latter class typically services other professional staff, is responsible for assisting with the development and management of budgets and assist with other departmental administration functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
1. Assists with planning, organizing and conducting administrative, management and program analyses; identifies problems, determines analytical techniques and statistical and information-gathering processes and obtains necessary information and data for analysis; analyzes alternatives and makes recommendations; discusses findings with management; prepares reports of study conclusions; assists with developing implementation plans and assists in implementing policies and procedures; recommends legislative or RES. NO. 8439
EXHIBIT “1”
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EXHIBIT “1”
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
policy change documents and presentation materials for management; assists with drafting staff reports and resolutions applicable to areas of responsibility and may make presentations to the City Council.
2. May assist with conducting program/process research, evaluation, measurement and analysis; prepares, analyzes and submits financial and program activity reports for distribution within the department and to other agencies; analyzes and documents business processes, evaluates alternatives and recommends best-practice solutions; discusses findings with management; assists with preparing reports of study conclusions; assist with developing implementation plans and assists in implementing processes, policies and procedures.
3. Perform technical and paraprofessional duties related to area of assignment including interpreting, analyzing, and determining compliance or acceptance of information and materials; prepare reports to document results of duties performed.
4. Assist management staff in performing and conducting studies, special projects, administrative and technical functions; perform data collection, research and analysis; assist with preparing draft reports and technical documents; provide project assistance for less complex projects.
5. Assist with drafting proposed contracts and agreements and a variety of other supporting documents; assists with supervision of the Request for Proposal process for department including conducting research for the development of the Scope of Work for contract terms; assist with reporting contract performance and expenditures; processes contract invoices for payment within guidelines and authority limits; compiles and reports contract problems and disputes; assist with assigned enterprise and grant funds, reports and documents.
6. Assists with the coordination and participates in the preparation, review, and evaluation and monitoring of departmental capital improvement plans (CIP) and budget submittals packages; meets with managers to determine funding needs; assist with identifying potential sources of funding and forecasts multi-year fund requirements; recommends inclusion of projects in the City-wide CIP; assist with monitoring CIP revenues/expenditures and process of projects; recommends amendments and adjustments as required based on actual revenues and project implementation issues.
7. Coordinates departmental purchasing including maintaining and ordering supplies and equipment; verifies the accuracy of receipts and invoices including routing for signature and compiling complex detailed documentation; processes, scans and routes invoices for payment.
8. Assists with drafting for management review a wide variety of materials on assigned issues, including agenda and other reports, procedures, manuals, handbooks, newsletters, communication memoranda, proposed Code or ordinance changes and other materials; assist with collecting background information, input and feedback and prepares recommendations and a variety of other supporting materials.
9. Assists with developing and monitoring departmental and grant budgets; assists with maintaining adequate account balances by tracking expenditures, encumbrances and creating budget expenditure forecasts; assists with calculating budget usage and fund percentages; assist with tracking multiple funding sources and maintains separate budget and expense tracking programs based on funding source; March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 118 of 282
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EXHIBIT “1”
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
runs general budget reports through spreadsheets and financial systems and calculates budgets based on the City’s fiscal cycles and funding sources; assist with researching and corrects discrepancies; processes budgetary adjustments and transfers when warranted; assists in synchronizing the timing of expenditures with budget.
10. Assists with the preparation and submittal of a variety of monthly, quarterly and annual local, state and federal reports including those needed for grant, financial and regulatory compliance; assists with data collection required for reporting regarding department activities, special projects and enterprise or grantfunded projects and programs; and assists with review of reporting requirements and works with staff to ensure and verify reliability of data.
11. Receives and reviews work orders and service requests, plans and associated documents from customers; reviews, logs and processes work orders and service requests; responds to customer and public inquiries and complaints; explains interprets standards and procedures to resolve problems and ensure adherence to procedures; assist with investigations, analyzes and prepares recommendations in response to public complaints and requests; calculates and verifies fees; issues work orders as authorized.
12. Provides support for department-specific functions and programs, including coordinating department’s training and professional development as assigned; represents the department and the City in developing and maintaining partnerships with other municipalities and agencies.
13. May attend and serve as recording secretary to assigned commissions; makes all meeting arrangements including preparation and posting of agendas and notices; prepares and distributes agendas and supporting documents to appropriate parties; takes and transcribes meeting minutes; prepares and distributes decision letters and outcome notices.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE OF:
1. Principles, practices and methods of administrative, organizational and procedural analysis.
2. Principles, practices and methods of financial and statistical analysis and financial forecasting.
3. Principles, practices and methods of public sector financing and budget development and implementation.
4. Principles and practices of public administration, including purchasing, contracting and maintaining public records.
5. Principles, tools and techniques of project planning and management.
6. Research methods and data analysis techniques.
7. Safety policies, practices, equipment and supplies applicable to the work.
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EXHIBIT “1”
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
8. Applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations.
9. Basic principles and practices of organization and culture change.
10. Principles and practices of sound business communications.
11. Rules, regulations, policies and procedures applicable to specialized department functions and programs in areas of assigned responsibility.
ABILITY TO:
1. Analyze procedural, operational, financial or budgetary problems, evaluate alternatives and reach sound, logical, fact-based conclusions and recommendations.
2. Collect, evaluate and interpret data, either in statistical or narrative form.
3. Organize, set priorities and exercise sound, independent judgment within areas of responsibility.
4. Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports, correspondence and other documents appropriate to the audience.
5. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
6. Understand, interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and ordinances.
7. Represent the City effectively in dealings with other municipalities, agencies and the public.
8. Present proposals and recommendations clearly, logically and persuasively.
9. Operate a two way radio, computer, standard business software and a variety of computer software programs and databases related to area of assignment.
10. Use tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues, situations and concerned people.
11. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is any equivalent combination of the following training and experience:
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, and five years of progressively responsible experience in administrative support functions; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in a public agency is preferred and/or an associate degree are highly desirable.
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EXHIBIT “1”
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
LICENSES; CERTIFICATES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
A valid California Class C driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance program.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; perform repetitive movements of hands or wrists. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 10 pounds unaided. Specific vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
MENTAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this class, an employee uses written and oral communication skills and basic math; learns and applies new information and skills; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions and multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with others encountered in the course of work, including frequent contact with customers and/or the public.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee works in an office environment where the noise level is usually quiet.
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EXHIBIT “2”
JOB SPECIFICATION
CLASS TITLE ADOPTION
ACCOUNTING & TREASURER ASSISTANT
RESOLUTION NO.
8439
EFFECTIVE DATE
03/16/26
FLSA DESIGNATION
NON-EXEMPT
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general supervision, performs a variety of accounting support, cashiering, and treasury-related functions. Responsibilities include receiving, verifying, and posting payments; reconciling deposits; assisting with investment portfolio administration; preparing financial reports; and providing support for cash management and investment activities. Assist with customer service at the public counter and over the phone, processing while supporting department-related administrative functions such as requisition entry and maintaining accurate financial records.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Accounting & Treasurer Assistant performs journey-level paraprofessional functions in accounting and treasury operations. Work requires knowledge of accounting techniques, cash handling, and investment principles, with the ability to solve routine to moderately complex problems. Duties and responsibilities are carried out with considerable independence within a framework of established policies and procedures.
This position reports to the Director of Administrative Services or assigned supervisor.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
1. Performs accounting support and cashiering duties; receives, verifies and posts customer utility, parking citation, building permit and other miscellaneous fees and payments; in-person, over-the-phone, direct deposit and mail-in cashiering and related accounting support and administrative duties required to process payments and make deposits. Verifies online daily transactions issued to the City’s building permit software.
2. Administers ongoing relationships with the City’s banking institutions; works with banks to resolve transaction errors and problems and ensure accurate cash balancing.
3. Assists in administering the City’s investment portfolios; using investment administration software, reviews and verifies information for and maintains and updates investment and portfolio records; assists in monitoring market and economic conditions; prepares monthly treasury and portfolio reports and provides monthly investments and cash reports.
4. Assists in the preparation of a variety of financial forecasts, investment, financial, and statistical reports and presentation materials regarding areas of assigned responsibility.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
5. Reviews and validates routine and special check runs; maintains custody of warrants until approved by the City Council for disbursement.
6. Collects, verifies, and reconciles all daily cash deposits, by various departments but not limited to the police department and recreation and community services.
7. Operates office machines, including computers, typewriters, fax machines, 10 key adding machines and duplicating machines as needed to accomplish assigned tasks.
8. Assists at the public counter, answers telephones, and assists visitors and callers by providing a variety of information where judgment, knowledge, and interpretation of policies and procedures may be necessary.
9. Assists with inputting data and supports the preparation and processes requisitions, purchase orders and check requests; provides assistance with verifying the accuracy of receipts of invoices; creates spreadsheets and monitors purchases of non- department inventories and resources (e.g. office supplies, paper stock, etc.)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE OF:
1. Basic principles, practices and terminology associated with operations of financial and investment markets.
2. Basic principles and practices used in evaluating investment vehicles and making investment decisions.
3. City ordinances, codes, procedures and practices regarding the City’s investment policy governing the investment and management of public funds.
4. Laws and regulations relating to the financial administration of public agencies.
5. Operations of the City’s various financial and customer billing systems.
6. Principles and practices of effective customer service and customer-oriented telephone etiquette.
7. Bookkeeping and elementary accounting practices and procedures.
8. Principles and practices of sound business communication; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
9. Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work.
10. Records management, recordkeeping, filing and basic purchasing practices and procedures.
11. Uses and operations of computers,standard businesssoftware and specialized database and spreadsheet applications.
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EXHIBIT “2”
JOB SPECIFICATION
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
ABILITY TO:
1. Perform routine cash management analyses to forecast funds available for investment and cash disbursement needs for City and department programs and functions.
2. Perform routine mathematical calculations and analyses and prepare clear, concise and comprehensive financial and treasury statements, reports and written materials.
3. Represent the City effectively in dealings with banking and investment professionals and elected officials.
4. Operate a computer, standard business software and a variety of computer software programs and databases related to area of assignment.
5. Reach sound decisions in accordance with City policies and procedures.
6. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
7. Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
8. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is:
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, and at least three years of progressively responsible experience in treasury operations and administrative support of investment programs; or an equivalent combination of training and experience, are required. Experience in a public agency is preferred.
LICENSES; CERTIFICATES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
A valid California Class C driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance program are required.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; perform repetitive movements of hands or wrists. The employee isfrequently required to lift up to 10 pounds unaided.
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EXHIBIT “2”
JOB SPECIFICATION
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PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
MENTAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this class, an employee uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets data, information and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math and mathematical reasoning; observes and interprets people and situations; learns and applies new information and skills; performs highly detailed work; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions and multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with others encountered in the course of work, including frequent contact with customers and/or the public and dissatisfied/abusive individuals.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee worksin an office environment involving a public counter where the noise level is usually quiet.
March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 125 of 282 ATTACHMENT “B”
RESOLUTION NO. 8440
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PORTIONS OF RESOLUTION NO. 8393,
ADOPTED JULY 7, 2025, AMENDING THE SALARY PLAN TO INCLUDE AN
ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST AND ACCOUNTING & TREASURY ASSISTANT
POSITIONS
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, FIND, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: That that portion of Sub-section A of Section 2 of Resolution No. 8393, adopted July 7, 2025, as amended, be further amended by adding the following on page 8-11, effective the first day of the first full pay period that includes July 1, 2025:
CLASSIFICATION
SALARY
RANGES
NUMBER/
SCHEDULE
STEP
A
STEP
B
STEP
C
STEP
D
STEP
E
Administrative
Analyst 80G 5346 5638 5949 6277 6623
Accounting &
Treasury Assistant 70G 4579 4836 5097 5378 5780
SECTION 2: The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution and shall cause this Resolution and her certification to be filed in the office of the City Clerk.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 16th day of March 2026.
Joel Fajardo, Mayor of the City of San
Fernando, California
ATTEST:
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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CERTIFICATION
I, City Clerk of the City of San Fernando, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true, and correct copy of Resolution No. 8440, 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 16th day of March 2026, by the following vote of the City Council:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of San Fernando, California, this ____ day of March 2026.
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO. 8441
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE TABLE OF ORGANIZATION FOR THE
2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR, AND ADDING THE CLASSIFICATIONS OF
ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST AND ACCOUNTING & TREASURER ASSISTANT WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of San Fernando adopted the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026 Budget on June 30, 2025; and
WHEREAS, the Adopted Budget for FY 2025-2026 has provisions for various positions and classifications; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary that said positions be assigned to specific departments, divisions and activities by title and number; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary that an amendment be made to the Table of Organization be adopted to reflect the positions assigned to specific departments, divisions, and activities by title and number.
WHEREAS, the City Council approved the creation of a job classification of Administrative Analyst in the Public Works Department; and
WHEREAS, the City Council approved the creation of a job classification of Accounting & Treasurer Assistant in the Administrative Services Department; and
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, FIND, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: That portion of the said Table of Organization adopted on July 7, 2025, per Resolution No. 8394, be amended, and that a new classification be added to the Table of Organization and assigning the positions to the departments, divisions and activities as herein as stated below:
SECTION 2: Replace the Public Works Technician position in the Public Works Department for an Administrative Analyst position.
SECTION 3: Replace one (1) Accounting Assistant and one (1) Treasurer Assistant positions in the Administrative Services Department for two (2) Accounting & Treasurer Assistant positions in the Administrative Services Department position.
SECTION 4: Reclassify current Treasurer Assistant to (1) Accounting & Treasurer Assistant position with an effective date of March 23, 2026, at the current step of the salary range;
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2 SECTION 5: Except as amended herein, all other provisions of the said Table of Organization adopted on July 7, 2025, per Resolution No. 8394, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.
SECTION 6: The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution and shall cause this Resolution and her certification to be filed in the office of the City Clerk.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED THIS 16th day of March 2026.
Joel Fajardo, Mayor of the City of San
Fernando, California
ATTEST:
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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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. 441, 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 16th day of March, 2026, by the following vote of the City Council:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of San Fernando, California, this _____ day of March, 2026.
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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AGENDA REPORT
REVIEW: ☒ City Clerk ☒ Director of Admin. Services ☒ City Manager CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1202 WWW.SANFERNANDO.GOV To: Mayor Joel Fajardo and Councilmembers
From: Kanika Kith, City Manager
By: Will Pettener, Assistant to the City Manager
Kenya Marquez, Housing Coordinator
Date: March 16, 2026
Subject: Consideration to Approve Co-Sponsorship and Use of the City Seal for the American Red Cross Home Fire Campaign, and Request to Waive Facility Permit Fees
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
a. Approve Co-Sponsorship of the American Red Cross Home Fire Campaign; and b. Approve the use of the City seal on print material and social media pursuant to City Council Ordinance No. 1724 (Attachment “A”); and
c. Waive fees for use of City facilities for co-sponsored events, with City Manager approval.
BACKGROUND:
1. On February 9, 2019, the City co-sponsored a “Sound the Alarm” event hosted by the American Red Cross as part of the organization’s Fire Prevention and Smoke Alarm Awareness Program. During the event, trained Red Cross volunteers visited homes in San Fernando to install free smoke alarms, test existing alarms, and provide residents with home fire safety education.
2. On February 17, 2026, the City Council directed staff to seek a co-sponsorship with the American Red Cross to provide a Fire Prevention and Smoke Alarm Awareness Event in the City, including installation of smoke alarms in homes and education for residents on fire safety.
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ANALYSIS:
The City recognizes the importance of promoting community safety, disaster preparedness, and equitable access to life-saving resources. Fire remains one (1) of the most common and deadly household emergencies, making it critical that residents have working smoke alarms and access to fire safety education. The American Red Cross is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization that provides disaster preparedness education, emergency response services, and life-saving safety interventions throughout the United States. One (1) of the organization’s key prevention initiatives is its Home Fire Campaign, a nationwide effort aimed at reducing injuries and deaths caused by home fires through smoke alarm installations and fire safety education.
A component of the Home Fire Campaign is the “Sound the Alarm” initiative, during which trained Red Cross volunteers conduct home visits to install free smoke alarms and provide residents with fire safety education. As part of the proposed partnership, the American Red Cross is planning to host a Sound the Alarm event in San Fernando on Saturday, April 25, 2026, with volunteer activities anticipated between approximately 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. During the event, trained American Red Cross volunteers will visit homes that have requested appointments to conduct safety visits. Residents may also request same-day appointments depending on volunteer availability.
Each home visit typically lasts 20 to 30 minutes and may include:
• Installation of free smoke alarms in sleeping areas
• Testing and replacement of existing alarms, as needed • Home fire and wildfire safety education
• Development of a basic home fire escape plan
The event aims to reach households that may be more vulnerable to fire risk, including residents living in Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), converted garages, and other non-traditional housing arrangements, where smoke alarms and fire safety resources may be limited.
Appointments are expected to be available in English and Spanish, with additional accessibility accommodations available when requested, including American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation. The American Red Cross will begin promoting appointment sign-ups following approval of the proposed co-sponsorship. There is no application deadline for residents to participate, as households may schedule appointments in advance or request same-day appointments on the day of the event, depending on volunteer availability. The American Red Cross also provides specialized smoke alarms designed for individuals who are hard of hearing, including alarms equipped with bed-shaker technology.
To support event operations, the American Red Cross requires a local staging or base camp location, preferably at a City park or similar facility, where volunteers can gather for orientation and receive assignments before being deployed to scheduled home visits. Staff has reserved the March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 134 of 282 Consideration to Approve Co-Sponsorship and Use of the City Seal for the American Red Home Fire Campaign, and Request to Waive Facility Permit Fees
Las Palmas basketball courts to serve as the base camp for volunteers. As part of the proposed co-sponsorship, the City would assist the Red Cross in identifying and coordinating an appropriate location for volunteer staging and support promotion of the event through the City’s communication channels, including social media and other outreach platforms.
In addition to the Sound the Alarm event, the Home Fire Campaign also includes emergency preparedness presentations and community education opportunities focused on fire safety and disaster preparedness. The American Red Cross has expressed interest in partnering with the City to provide these types of presentations and outreach activities, including distributing informational materials, promoting appointment sign-ups, and potentially tabling at community events to share fire safety information. Through the proposed co-sponsorship these activities may be coordinated and scheduled at a later date in collaboration with City staff.
City co-sponsorship of the Home Fire Campaign would allow the City to support outreach and awareness efforts, authorize use of the City seal on promotional materials, assist in coordinating staging space for volunteers, promote the program to residents, and waive facility permit fees for events held at City locations. This partnership would also help increase community awareness of available fire safety resources and encourage resident participation in these programs.
BUDGET IMPACT:
There is no budget impact associated with co-sponsoring the American Red Cross Home Fire campaign. The sponsorship entails providing in-kind support, such as utilizing social media outlets for marketing and featuring the event on the City's website. Additionally, the City will waive any applicable facility permit fees associated with co-sponsored events, which could range in cost from approximately $150 - $1,000 per event, according to the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Fee Schedule.
CONCLUSION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve co-sponsorship of the American Red Cross Home Fire Campaign; approve the use of the City seal on the print material and social media pursuant to City Council Ordinance No. 1724 (Attachment “A”); and waive fees for use of City facilities for the co-sponsored events, with City Manager approval.
ATTACHMENT:
A. Ordinance No. 1724
March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 135 of 282 ORDINANCE NO. 1724
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO AMENDING ARTICLE 1 (GENERAL PROVISIONS) OF CHAPTER 1 (GENERAL
PROVISIONS AND PENALTIES) OF THE SAN FERNANDO MUNICIPAL CODE
TO ESTABLISH RESTRICTIONS AND PROTECTIONS AGAINST THE
UNAUTHORIZED USE OF THE CITY SEAL AND OTHER CITY LOGOS AND
INSIGNIAS
WHEREAS, the City of San Fernando has a City Seal and certain other logos and insignia that are not protected from unauthorized use by ordinance or copyright law; and WHEREAS, California Government Code § 34501.5 and Elections Code § 18304 solely protect city seals by prohibiting the use of a city seal in campaign literature or mass mailing with the intent to deceive voters; and
WHEREAS, the unauthorized use, reproduction or facsimile of a city seal for any purpose may create a misleading, erroneous or false impression that the document, item, statement, event, and/or organization is authorized, supported, and/or sponsored by the City or a public official; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to protect its official seal from all unauthorized uses to prevent fraud, deception, misrepresentation, and/or abuse; and
WHEREAS, the City Council seeks to ensure that the City Seal, the City logo, and other City insignia are used only for purposes directly related to the official business of the City of San Fernando, or as expressly authorized.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, CALIFORNIA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The recitals above are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 2. Section 1-14 (Custodian of city seal) set forth under Article I (General Provisions) of Chapter 1 (General Provisions and Penalties) of the San Fernando Municipal Code is hereby repealed in its entirety. Section 1-14 shall hereafter appear as follows:
Sec. 1-14. Reserved
SECTION 3. Section 1-13 (Description of the city seal) of Article I (General Provisions) of Chapter 1 (General Provisions and Penalties) of the San Fernando Municipal Code is repealed in its entirety and replaced and superseded by the following net title and text:
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ATTACHMENT "A"
ORD. NO. 1724
2 Sec. 1-13. Custody and Use of the City Seal and City Logos and Insignias (a) Definitions.
“City Seal” means the official seal of the City of San Fernando as adopted by Ordinance No. 2. The common seal of the City of San Fernando described as consisting of a circular disc, 1⅞ inches in diameter, having a design cut thereon showing the San Fernando Mission with a rising sun, surrounded by the words "City of San Fernando, California, Incorporated Aug. 31, 1911.” The City Seal is depicted in color and in monochrome as follows:
“City Logo” means an illustrative logo depicting the City Seal in monochrome with the words “The City of San Fernando” overlay on top and with the letters “D” and “O” in the word “Fernando” interlocking.
“City Insignia” means in addition to the City Seal and City Logo as designated by the City Council, any other logos, website banners, letterhead, business cards, or emblems depicting or including the City of San Fernando, as approved by the City Manager.
(b) Use of City Seal, City Logo and City Insignia.
(1) The City Clerk or designee, acting as the custodian of the City Seal, City Logo and any City Insignia, is authorized to use or affix the City Seal, City Logo and any City Insignia to all certificates and documents as may be required by law, by this Municipal Code, or by City ordinance or resolution, to authenticate official City documents or to indicate institutional sanction for official, legal and ceremonial purposes.
(2) The City Seal, City Logo and any City Insignia shall only be used for purposes directly connected with the official business of the City of San Fernando, its City Council, boards and commissions, committees, officers or departments or for such other purposes as the City Council may specify by policy adopted by resolution.
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3 (3) In the manner specified by City Council policy adopted by resolution, City officers, employees, members of the City Council and members of City boards, commissions and committees may use stationery, printed materials and other articles with the City Seal, City Logo or City Insignia while acting within the scope of their office or employment.
(4) The City Council retains the right to create variations of the City Seal and City Logo, and to adopt and establish other official City Seals and City Logos. Such variations may include, but are not limited to, centennial or other seals or logos which mark anniversaries, events, and/or any other City occasion the City Council wishes to commemorate. The City Seal and City Logo may only be altered pursuant to ordinance or resolution of the City Council. (5) The City Manager or designee is authorized to determine the appropriate use of City Insignia. The City Manager shall not approve any use of the City Insignia in such a manner as to suggest City endorsement of events, political issues, products, and other uses that are prohibited by law, or in a discriminatory manner or manner inconsistent with this chapter. (c) Prohibited Uses of City Seal, City Logo and City Insignia. (1) It is unlawful for any person or entity to make use of the City Seal, City Logo, and/or City Insignia or any portion, facsimile, mock-up, or reproduction thereof, or make or use of any design, symbol, emblem, insignia or similar device that is an imitation of said City Seal, City Logo, or City Insignia, or that may be mistaken therefor, that is designed, intended or likely to confuse, deceive or mislead the public, for private or commercial purposes or for any purpose other than the official business of the City without the express written consent of the City Council or as otherwise authorized by any policies and procedures adopted by City Council resolution.
(2) No person, firm, association, or corporation shall use the City Seal, City Logo, and/or City Insignia, or any facsimile thereof for purposes of supporting or opposing the nomination or election to any City or other public office of him or herself or any other person, or for purposes of supporting or opposing any ballot measure, nor include such City Seal, City Logo, and/or City Insignia on any writing distributed for purposes of influencing the action of the electorate, or any part thereof, in any election. This section shall not be applicable to writings issued by the City of San Fernando or the City Council as a whole pursuant to law.
(3) Unauthorized use of the City Seal, City Logo, and/or City Insignia for commercial, malicious, deceptive, fraudulent, or other unauthorized purposes without the express written authorization of the City of San Fernando is declared to be a public nuisance and the City can abate or enjoin such use pursuant to this Municipal Code.
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4 (d) Penalties.
Violation of this section shall be an infraction or misdemeanor and punishable by a fine not exceeding $1,000.00, or imprisonment for a term not exceeding six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. Nothing herein prevents the City from using any other available civil and/or criminal remedies allowed by law to protect the City Seal, City Logo, and City Insignia from improper or illegal use.
SECTION 4. CEQA. The City Council has determined that the proposed Ordinance is not a “project” as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15378.
SECTION 5. Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance, or any part thereof is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance or any part thereof. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION 6. Inconsistent Provisions. Any provision of the San Fernando Municipal Code or appendices thereto inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance, to the extent of such inconsistencies and no further, is hereby repealed or modified to the extent necessary to implement the provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 7. Construction. The City Council intends this Ordinance to supplement, not to duplicate or contradict, applicable state and federal law and this Ordinance shall be construed in light of that intent. To the extent the provisions of the San Fernando Municipal Code as amended by this Ordinance are substantially the same as the provisions of that Code as it read prior to the adoption of this Ordinance, those amended provisions shall be construed as continuations of the earlier provisions and not as new enactments.
SECTION 8. Authority and Publication. The City Clerk shall cause this ordinance or a summary hereof to be published in a newspaper of general circulation, published in the County of Los Angeles and circulated in the City, and if applicable, to be posted, in accordance with Section 36933 of the California Government Code; shall certify to the adoption of this ordinance and shall cause a certified copy of this ordinance, together with proof of publication, to be filed in the Office of the City Clerk.
SECTION 9. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall go into effect and be in full force effective at 12:01 a.m. on the thirty-first (31st) day after its passage.
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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of San Fernando at a regular meeting held on the 2"^ day of April, 2024.
CelestelT'RofcJiezTIviayoT'arSe^city^
San Fernando, California
ATTEST:
n
Juli^Fritz, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
/
Pilchard Padilla, Assistant City Attorney
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CERTIFICATION
I, City Clerk of the City of San Fernando, do hereby certify that the above and foregoing is a full, true, and correct copy of Ordinance No. 1724 which was introduced on March 18, 2024, and adopted by the City Council of the City of San Fernando, California at a regular meeting duly held on the 2"^* day of April, 2024 by the following vote of the City Council:
AYES: Solorio, Fajardo, Mendoza, Rodriguez - 4
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
IN WITNESS WHERE OF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of San Fernando, California, this ! 6^"^^tiav of April, 2024.
J Fritz, City Clerk
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AGENDA REPORT
REVIEW: ☒ City Clerk ☒ Director of Admin. Services ☒ City Manager CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1202 WWW.SANFERNANDO.GOV To: Mayor Joel Fajardo and Councilmembers
From: Kanika Kith, City Manager
By: Will Pettener, Assistant to the City Manager
Date: March 16, 2026
Subject: Consideration to Approve Access to Capital Program Guidelines RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council approve program guidelines for the administration of an Access to Capital program (Attachment “A”).
BACKGROUND:
1. In 1974, the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program was enacted through the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. The City receives an annual allocation of CDBG funding from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through its participation in the Los Angeles Urban County CDBG Program, administered by Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA). CDBG funds can only be used for eligible Community Development projects that meet national program goals, which include assisting the low and moderate-income residents of the community.
2. On November 15, 2021, the City entered into a professional services agreement with Michael Baker, International for CDBG Program Implementation and Administration Services. The firm has assisted the City in drafting program guidelines and supporting program administration since that time.
3. On June 9, 2025, staff met with the CDBG Program’s Ad Hoc Committee to discuss recommended CDBG program allocations for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026.
4. On September 2, 2025, the City Council approved a CDBG allocation of $26,000 for the Neighborhood Clean-Up Program, $137,861 for the Small Business Assistance Program, and $25,000 for the Access to Capital Program, with the Access to Capital Program Guidelines to return to the City Council for final approval.
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5. On February 4, 2026, the City Manager administratively approved a second amendment to Contract No. 2205(b) with ICON CDC to extend the partnership for an additional year and add the administration of an Access to Capital program to their scope of work. ICON CDC already provides business support services for the City at the Business and Community Resource Center and will be well positioned to administer the program as an extension of the existing partnership.
ANALYSIS:
CDBG is a federal grant program that provides funding to states, cities, and counties to help improve the economic and physical development of their communities. CDBG funds are allocated to address a range of issues, such as affordable housing, public infrastructure, and job creation in low- to moderate-income areas.
Since the City’s population is under 50,000, it is required to participate in the Urban County CDBG Program through LACDA, rather than administering the funds independently. As the administrator of the Urban County CDBG Program, LACDA is awarded, and accepts funds directly from HUD on behalf of participating cities in Los Angeles County. LACDA also assumes responsibility for all obligations of an applicant under federal statutes, including, but not limited to, performing the analysis of needs, setting objectives, development of community development and housing assistance plans, development of the consolidated plan, and the assurances of certificates.
A total of $188,861 in CDBG funds was available for the FY 2025-2026. At the September 2, 2025 City Council meeting, the City Council approved $25,000 in funding for an Access to Capital Program. As a new initiative, the Access to Capital (ATC) Program will provide services to established, new, and aspiring business owners throughout the City. This program will provide the City’s designated third-party vendor, ICON CDC, with funding to provide access to business counselors/specialists and workshops/webinars to strengthen and/or refresh specific business skills. The goals of the program are to:
• Secure specific and structured bank and credit union referral relationships across all financing programs such that $1 million in capital is invested in City of San Fernando businesses.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing strategy for the ATC program that promotes business services to 50 City businesses.
• Establish information and reporting systems and build management and staff capacity to facilitate the creation of 12 new jobs in the City of San Fernando.
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The City’s CDBG consultant, Michael Baker International, has created the proposed program guidelines to build in eligible program activities that fit the needs of the San Fernando business community, while also ensuring compliance with grant requirements. As outlined in the proposed guidelines, the program’s core services, consistent with CDBG requirements, include:
• General Business Services – business needs assessment, Strengths and Weaknesses, and external Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) analysis, business planning and courses, compliance requirements, marketing/social media, licenses and permits, entrepreneur services, and one-on-one consulting;
• Financial Services – business finance courses, procurement, and financial analysis; • Access to Capital – loan packaging, lenders’ criteria, and cash flow evaluation and management; or
• Technology – cybersecurity and website optimization.
To be eligible for the program, a business must be located in an area zoned as commercial or mixed-used property in the City and have an active business license in the City. The following business types may apply for services under the ATC Program:
• Restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries, cafés, gastropubs, etc. • Salons, barbers, and other grooming businesses
• Gyms, day spas, and fitness studios
• Retail and Commercial stores (such as consumer goods, electronics and appliances, health and sporting goods, furniture, clothing and shoes, kitchen equipment, books and entertainment stores, music and audio/visual equipment, etc.) • Manufacturing (as long as the business provides goods and services to the residents of San Fernando)
• Others not on the ineligible list (see Attachment “A” for comprehensive list) An experienced ATC Manager from ICON CDC will be in charge of creating and implementing a year-round marketing plan, featuring an outreach strategy designed to continuously target new and current business owners and entrepreneurs in the region, with an emphasis on potential clients seeking access to business loans.
The ATC Manager will craft and deliver online marketing materials, primarily through social media and the City website, as well as print and other traditional media, to attract aspiring and existing business owners to ATC services. They will be responsible for managing strategic partnerships with financial institutions and other business stakeholders to function as trusted advisors for all those seeking to start or expand their business.
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BUDGET IMPACT:
There is no budget impact related to the approval of the Access to Capital Program guidelines.
Additional costs may apply based on future City Council direction.
CONCLUSION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve program guidelines for the administration of an Access to Capital program (Attachment “A”).
ATTACHMENT:
A. Proposed Access to Capital Program Guidelines
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City of San Fernando
Access to Capital Program Guidelines
Purpose:
The City is committed to lending a helping hand by assisting businesses. To that end, the City is offering a new Access to Capital (ATC) Program to provide supportive services to businesses in the City. The purpose of these grants is to provide working capital to businesses that provide goods and services to the residents of San Fernando. The City funding will be used to:
1. Secure specific and structured bank and credit union referral relationships across all financing programs such that $1 million in capital is invested in City of San Fernando businesses.
2. Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing strategy for the ATC program that promotes business services to 50 City businesses.
3. Establish information and reporting systems and build management and staff capacity to facilitate the creation of 12 new jobs in the City of San Fernando.
Use of CDBG Funds:
Initiating Change in Our Neighborhoods Community Development Corporation (ICON CDC) will be the administrator of the ATC program funded by the City.
Established, new and aspiring business owners will work with counselors/specialists and attend workshops/webinars either to strengthen or refresh specific business skills. All ATC programming will be provided in English and Spanish, with translators available for clients with other language needs.
CORE SERVICES
General Business
Services
● Business Needs Assessment: These will identify services and interventions appropriate for each client and be recorded in an individualized Action Plan by counselors/specialists based on the needs of the client and his/her business.
● SWOT Analysis: The Business Planning counselor/specialist will support clients with this strategic planning method identifying a business concept’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. ● Business Planning: The Business Planning counselor/specialist will provide workshops and one-on-one support in preparing
plans/executive summaries that analyze an enterprise’s economic, technical, and financial feasibility.
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2 ● Business Courses: These will include a range of workshops/webinars delivered by counselors, specialists and consultants to assist clients in developing specific skills. Topics will include: Business Insurance, Business Plans, Cybersecurity, E-Commerce, Financial Planning, Marketing and Social Media.
● Business Compliance Requirements: Counselors/specialists will provide technical assistance geared to understanding compliance and business regulatory requirements.
● Marketing/Social Media: The Marketing Manager, counselors and specialists will provide workshops and one-on-one consulting to help clients build business brands, use social media platforms to promote the business, conduct market assessments, generate marketing plans, and work with the Technology counselor to assist clients with selling products through online marketplaces.
● License and Permits: The Business Compliance counselor/ specialist will provide workshops and individual support to ensure that proper local, state, and federal permits, licenses, and certifications are obtained to operate a business legally.
● Entrepreneur Services: The Entrepreneur Manager will spearhead the ETP and offer one-on-one support to help clients overcome barriers and fulfill their company’s potential.
● One-on-One Consulting: Counselor/specialists will ensure businesses have the individualized support to navigate changes in business trends and regulations, helping clients adapt to ongoing changes in the economy. The ATC will also offer group events allowing clients with similar needs to network and share information.
Financial Services ● Business Finance Courses: The Financial Services counselor/specialist will provide workshops/webinars to assist clients with training (such as understanding and creating documents) to develop necessary skills and tools to run a business and increase its efficiency.
● Procurement: The Financial Services and Business Compliance counselors/specialists will train clients to understand the certification and procurement processes for contractual opportunities with government entities.
● Financial Analysis: The Financial Services counselor/specialist will assist clients in assessing the viability and profitability of their business to ensure increased profitability.
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3 Access to Capital ● Loan Packaging: The Access to Capital counselor/specialist will assist with reviewing project feasibility, identifying programs available to fund eligible businesses, preparing loan and grant applications tailored to specific requirements, and matching clients to appropriate lenders and other funding sources.
● Lenders’ Criteria: The counselor/specialist and consultants will introduce clients to representatives from banking institutions to gather support for the clients’ packages.
● Cash Flow Evaluation and Management: The Access to Capital and Financial Services counselors/specialists will assist clients in tracking and analyzing cash flow to determine the liquidity and solvency of their businesses, including cash flow from operating, investing and financing activities. Staff and consultants will also conduct liquidity and profitability analyses and help clients see how changes in costs affect a company's financial statements and targets.
Technology ● Cybersecurity: The Technology counselor will use workshops/webinars to teach prevention methods for Cyber threats such as hacking, malware, and phishing.
● Website Optimization: The Technical counselor will offer workshops/webinars supporting the use of tools and software, as well as advanced strategies to improve client website performance, drive traffic, increase conversions, and grow revenue. The counselor will also provide personalized support for search engine optimization techniques.
Marketing and Outreach
An experienced ATC Manager from ICON CDC will be in charge of creating and implementing a year-round marketing plan, featuring an outreach strategy designed to continuously target new and current business owners and entrepreneurs in the region, with an emphasis on potential clients seeking access to business loans.
The ATC Manager will craft and deliver online marketing materials, primarily through social media, as well as print and other traditional media, in order to attract aspiring and existing business owners to ATC services. They will be responsible for managing strategic partnerships with financial institutions and other business stakeholders to function as trusted advisors for all those seeking to start or expand their business.
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4 Another key method of outreach will be online, including social media, email blasts, enhanced content on both the ATC website, and the use of website optimization technology to draw more entrepreneurs to the ATC website. These methods will be complemented by the traditional but effective distribution of flyers at County of Los Angeles WorkSource Centers, county libraries and government offices.
Service Area
The service area is the incorporated areas of the City of San Fernando.
Region Population Low/Mod Pop
San Fernando 24,140 14,525 (60.17% Low/Mod)
Eligible Business Types:
The following business types may apply for services under the ATC Program:
• Restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries, cafés, gastropubs, etc. • Salons, barbers, and other grooming businesses
• Gyms, day spas, and fitness studios
• Retail and Commercial stores (such as consumer goods, electronics and appliances, health and sporting goods, furniture, clothing and shoes, kitchen equipment, books and entertainment stores, music and audio/visual equipment, etc.) • Manufacturing (as long as the business provides goods and services to the residents of San Fernando)
• Others not on the ineligible list
Eligibility Criteria:
A current business must meet the following criteria to participate in the ATC Program:
• Be located in a commercial, industrial, or mixed-used property in the City • Have an active business license in the City
Ineligible Businesses:
The following types of businesses are not eligible to participate in the ATC Program:
• Any national chain that is not locally franchised
• Massage parlors, bars that only serve alcohol, bail bond services, home-based businesses, businesses with no bona fide ground-floor commercial storefront.
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5 • Corporate-owned fast food restaurants (franchisees are eligible, as stated in prior Eligible Business Section)
• Check cashing, liquor stores, smoke/cannabis shops, firearms retailers • Non-profit organizations
• Real estate salespersons
• Financial businesses primarily engaged in the business of lending, such as banks, finance companies, and factors (pawn shops, although engaged in lending, may qualify in some circumstances)
• Passive businesses owned by developers and landlords that do not actively use or occupy the assets acquired or improved with the loan proceeds (except Eligible Passive Companies under § 120.111)
• Life insurance companies
• Businesses located in a foreign country (businesses in the U.S. owned by aliens may qualify)
• Pyramid sale distribution plans
• Businesses deriving more than one-third of gross annual revenue from legal gambling activities
• Businesses engaged in any illegal activity
• Private clubs and businesses which limit the number of memberships for reasons other than capacity
• Businesses principally engaged in teaching, instructing, counseling or indoctrinating religion or religious beliefs, whether in a religious or secular setting • Loan packagers earning more than one third of their gross annual revenue from packaging SBA loans
• Businesses in City, or any of its Associates owns an equity interest • Multi-national or publicly traded businesses are not eligible for this program. • Business owner that is the subject of unresolved findings of noncompliance related to previous CDBG assistance.
• Adult businesses which present live performances of a prurient sexual nature or derive directly or indirectly more than de minimis gross revenue through the sale of products or services, or the presentation of any depictions or displays, of a prurient sexual nature.
Application and Selection Process:
Local businesses will contact ICON CDC to request services. ICON CDC will then work with the selected businesses to execute an agreement.
Application Period
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6 The application period is ongoing.
Application Process
Current businesses must complete the following:
• Fill out ICON CDC’s service agreement and needs assessment form will help strategize for business needs.
• After completing the forms, a one-on-one consultation will be scheduled to analyze any issues.
Intake Requirements
Aspiring small business or
microbusiness owners with limited
business experience
Required to attend the first session of the ATC’s
Entrepreneurial Training Program (ETP). The
introductory session (offered as with all courses as
circumstance permit as both an in-person workshop
and online webinar) will describe all ATC services,
including access to capital and one-on-one
consulting. All attendees will be required to enroll
online or in person for the introductory session.
Enrollment will record attendee contact and
demographic information and include a needs
assessment.
Encouraged to establish a grasp of basic business
skills by attending the remaining seven parts of the
ETP, to be offered every ten weeks (totaling five
cohorts/year) and led by an Entrepreneur Manager.
Experienced business owners Required to attend a two-hour Access to Capital workshop offered monthly that focuses on the ATC’s
loan packaging and technical assistance services
and features an overview of other ATC services.
These clients will also enroll online or in person to
provide contact and demographic information and
complete a needs assessment.
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AGENDA REPORT
POLICE DEPARTMENT 910 FIRST STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1250 WWW.SANFERNANDO.GOV REVIEW: ☒ City Clerk ☒ Director of Admin. Services ☒ City Manager To: Mayor Joel Fajardo and Councilmembers
From: Kanika Kith, City Manager
By: Fabian Valdez, Police Chief
CJ Chiasson, Administrative Commander
Date: March 2, 2026
Subject: Second Reading to Consider Adopting Ordinance No. 1739 Approving a Military Use Equipment Policy Governing the Use of Military Equipment, as Required by Assembly Bill 481
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council approve for second reading, in title only, and waive further reading the adoption of Ordinance No. 1739 (Attachment “A”) titled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Fernando, California, adopting a Military Equipment Policy (Exhibit “A” of Attachment “A”) governing the use of military equipment pursuant to Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481).
BACKGROUND:
On March 2, 2026, the City Council approved unanimously the introduction for first reading for the attached Ordinance No. 1739, with Exhibit “A” adopting the 2025 Military Equipment Policy governing the use of military equipment as required by Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481).
ANALYSIS:
Effective January 1, 2022, California’s AB 481 requires law enforcement agencies, including the San Fernando Police Department (SFPD), to ensure transparency, oversight, and accountability in the acquisition and use of designated “military equipment.” This includes tactical vehicles, specialized firearms, launchers, and less-lethal tools, regardless of whether they are of military origin.
On March 2, 2026, the City Council held a public hearing and unanimously approved the introduction and first reading of Ordinance No. 1739, with Exhibit “A,” adopting the 2025 Military Equipment Policy as required by AB 481. A link to the full staff report presented to the City Council is included as Attachment “B.”
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All required public noticing deadlines for the second reading and proposed adoption of Ordinance No. 1739 were met. The notice was published in compliance with California Government Code 36933, including publication of the ordinance summary after the first reading in a court-approved newspaper of general circulation at least five days before the City Council meeting. The ordinance summary was published on March 5, 2026 in the Sun newspaper and a copy of the ordinance summary is available for public review in the City Clerk’s Office.
BUDGET IMPACT:
There is no budget impact associated with adoption of Ordinance No. 1739.
CONCLUSION:
It is recommended that the City Council approve for second reading, in title only, and waive further reading the adoption of Ordinance No. 1739 (Attachment “A”) titled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Fernando, California, adopting a Military Equipment Policy (Exhibit “A” of Attachment “A”) governing the use of military equipment pursuant to Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481).
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Ordinance No. 1739, including:
Exhibit “A”: SFPD Military Equipment Policy Lexipol 706 B. Link to staff report from First Reading of March 2, 2026 March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 158 of 282 ATTACHMENT “A”
ORDINANCE NO. 1739
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY GOVERNING THE USE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT PURSUANT TO ASSEMBLY BILL 481
WHEREAS, on September 30, 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law Assembly Bill 481 (creating Government Code Section 7070, et seq.), relating to the use of military equipment by California law enforcement agencies; and
WHEREAS, AB 481 became effective January 1, 2022, and is codified at Sections 7070 through 7075 of Chapter 12.8 to Division 7 of Title 1 of the California Government Code; and WHEREAS, AB 481 seeks to provide transparency, oversight, and an opportunity for meaningful public input on decisions regarding whether and how military equipment is funded, acquired, or used; and
WHEREAS, the term “military equipment” is defined in California Government Code Section 7070; and
WHEREAS, AB 481 requires, among other things, that a law enforcement agency obtain approval of the governing body, by an ordinance adopting a military equipment use policy that includes a description of the equipment, quantity, capabilities, expected lifespan, purposes and authorized uses, fiscal impact, legal and procedural rules governing authorized uses, required training, and mechanisms to ensure compliance with the agency’s use policy, prior to taking certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition or use of military equipment, including military equipment acquired prior to January 1, 2022; and
WHEREAS, the San Fernando Police Department is in possession of certain items of equipment that qualify as “military equipment” under AB 481; and WHEREAS, the San Fernando Police Department has prepared a proposed Military Equipment Policy, attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code section 7071(a)(2), if seeking to continue the use of any military equipment that was acquired prior to January 1, 2022, the San Fernando Police Department was obligated to, and has met the requirement, of commencing a City Council approval process for the Military Equipment Policy no later than December 16, 2023; and WHEREAS, the San Fernando Police Department made the proposed Military Equipment Policy available on the Police Department’s website for at least 30 days prior to the first public meeting concerning the proposed Military Equipment Policy on March 2, 2026; and March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 159 of 282 ORD NO. 1739
2 WHEREAS, as required by AB 481, the City Council determines as follows:
(a) the military equipment inventoried and presented to the City Council is necessary because there is no reasonable alternative that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety; and
(b) the proposed Military Equipment Policy will safeguard the public’s health, welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties; and
(c) the equipment is reasonably cost effective compared to available alternatives that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety; and (d) prior military equipment use complied with the applicable equipment use policy (which included equipment now defined as military equipment) that was in effect at the time, or if prior uses did not comply with the accompanying Military Equipment Policy, corrective action has been taken to remedy nonconforming uses and ensure future compliance; and
WHEREAS, as further required by Government Code section 7071(a)(2), if the City Council does not approve the continuing use of military equipment, including by adoption pursuant to a Military Equipment Policy, within 180 days of submission of the proposed Military Equipment Policy to City Council, the San Fernando Police Department shall cease its use of the military equipment until it receives the approval of City Council in accordance with this Ordinance; and WHEREAS, the Military Equipment Policy and supporting information must be approved by the governing body by ordinance, and reviewed annually; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of San Fernando, having received the information required under AB 481 regarding the San Fernando Police Department’s use of military equipment as defined in said law, deems it to be in the best interest of the City to approve the Military Equipment Policy as set forth herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Recitals. The Recitals set forth above are true and correct and incorporated into this Ordinance.
SECTION 2. Approval of Military Equipment Policy. The City Council, having received the information required under AB 481 regarding the San Fernando Police Department’s use of military equipment as defined in said law, deems it to be in the best interest of the City to and hereby approves the Military Equipment Policy attached hereto as Exhibit “A.” The Military Equipment Policy shall govern the approval, acquisition, use and reporting of military equipment by the San Fernando Police Department.
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3 SECTION 3. CEQA. This Ordinance is not a project within the meaning of Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines because it has no potential to result in physical change in the environment, directly or indirectly. This Ordinance is also exempt under CEQA Guideline 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the Ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment.
SECTION 4. Uncodified Ordinance. This Ordinance shall not be codified in the San Fernando Municipal Code unless and until the City Council so ordains.
SECTION 5. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase not declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the Ordinance would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION 6. Effective Date. In accordance with Government Code section 36937, this ordinance shall take effect and be in force thirty (30) days from passage and adoption.
SECTION 7. Certification. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify to the passage of this Ordinance by the City Council and shall cause it to be published or posted as required by law.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of San Fernando this 16th day of March, 2025.
Joel Fajardo, Mayor of the City of
San Fernando, California
ATTEST:
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Richard A. Padilla, City Attorney
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4 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 Ordinance No. 1739 which was introduced on the 2nd day of March, 2026, and adopted by the City Council of the City of San Fernando, California at a regular meeting thereof held on the 16th day of March, 2025, by the following vote of the City Council:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of San Fernando, California, this _____ day of March, 2026.
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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706.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for the approval, acquisition, and reporting requirements of military equipment (Government Code § 7070; Government Code § 7071; Government Code § 7072).
706.1.1 DEFINITIONS
Definitions related to this policy include (Government Code § 7070):
Governing body – The elected or appointed body that oversees the Department.
Military equipment – Includes but is not limited to the following:
• Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles. • Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers. • High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV), two-and-one-half-ton trucks, five-ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached. • Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants. • Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units. • Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind. • Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature. This does not include a handheld, one-person ram.
• Firearms and ammunition of_.50 caliber or greater, excluding standard-issue shotguns and standard-issue shotgun ammunition.
• Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than_.50 caliber, including firearms and accessories identified as assault weapons in Penal Code § 30510 and Penal Code § 30515, with the exception of standard-issue firearms.
• Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles. • Noise-flash diversionary devices and explosive breaching tools. • Munitions containing tear gas or OC, excluding standard, service-issued handheld pepper spray.
• Area denial electroshock devices, microwave weapons, water cannons, long-range acoustic devices (LRADs), acoustic hailing devices, and sound cannons. • Kinetic energy weapons and munitions.
• Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.
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706.2 POLICY
It is the policy of the San Fernando Police Department that employees of this Department comply with the provisions of Government Code § 7071 with respect to military equipment. 706.3 MILITARY EQUIPMENT COORDINATOR
The Chief of Police should designate an employee of this Department to act as the military equipment coordinator. The responsibilities of the military equipment coordinator include but are not limited to:
(a) Acting as liaison to the governing body for matters related to the requirements of this policy.
(b) Identifying Department equipment that qualifies as military equipment in the current possession of the Department, or the equipment the Department intends to acquire that requires approval by the governing body.
(c) Conducting an inventory of all military equipment at least annually. (d) Collaborating with any allied agency that may use military equipment within the jurisdiction of San Fernando Police Department (Government Code § 7071). (e) Preparing for, scheduling, and coordinating the annual community engagement meeting to include:
1. Publicizing the details of the meeting.
2. Preparing for public questions regarding the Department's funding, acquisition, and use of equipment.
(f) Preparing the annual military equipment report for submission to the Chief of Police and ensuring that the report is made available on the Department website (Government Code § 7072).
(g) Establishing the procedure for a person to register a complaint or concern, or how that person may submit a question about the use of a type of military equipment, and how the Department will respond in a timely manner.
706.4 MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
The following constitutes a list of qualifying equipment for the Department:
Heckler & Koch 9mm submachine guns
40mm Less Lethal Launcher
40mm Exact Impact Sponge Round
40mm Spede-heat long range Chlorobenzaldehyde Malononitrile (CS) Tear Gas Munition 40mm Ferret CS Munition
40mm Bean Bag Munition
12 gauge Shotgun Less Lethal Bean Bag Munition
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12 gauge Shotgun Ferret CS Munition
Pepperball launcher
Pepperball CS Munition
Unmanned aerial vehicle (drone)
Colt M4 Carbine Full Auto.223 Caliber Capability
For specific detail, see the following attachment: See attachment: Military Equipment Policy Attachment clean2.pdf
The attachment referred to in policy section 706.4 above provides detail related to the description of each category of equipment/supply, quantity, capability, expiration date, purpose, product description, cost impact and policy reference for use. Less lethal weapon training shall be completed in compliance with policy section 304, Control Devices and Techniques. Training shall be provided by POST-certified less lethal instructors in compliance with approved POST-certified course outlines for less lethal weapons. Training for the M-4 rifle and submachine gun will be provided by POST-certified rifle and submachine gun instructors following POST-certified course outlines. All drone (unmanned aerial vehicle) operators will be certified in the Part 107 pilot course as required by the FAA.
706.5 APPROVAL
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall obtain approval from the governing body by way of an ordinance adopting the military equipment policy. As part of the approval process, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall ensure the proposed military equipment policy is submitted to the governing body and is available on the Department website at least 30 days prior to any public hearing concerning the military equipment at issue (Government Code § 7071). The military equipment policy must be approved by the governing body prior to engaging in any of the following (Government Code § 7071):
(a) Requesting military equipment made available pursuant to 10 USC § 2576a. (b) Seeking funds for military equipment, including but not limited to applying for a grant, soliciting or accepting private, local, state, or federal funds, in-kind donations, or other donations or transfers.
(c) Acquiring military equipment either permanently or temporarily, including by borrowing or leasing.
(d) Collaborating with another law enforcement agency in the deployment or other use of military equipment within the jurisdiction of this Department. (e) Using any new or existing military equipment for a purpose, in a manner, or by a person not previously approved by the governing body.
(f) Soliciting or responding to a proposal for, or entering into an agreement with, any other person or entity to seek funds for, apply to receive, acquire, use, or collaborate in the use of military equipment.
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(g) Acquiring military equipment through any means not provided above.
It will be the practice of the Department to replace damaged equipment in order to maintain the equipment levels as specified in policy section 706.4 above. As equipment is deployed or utilized in compliance with this policy or if such equipment exhausts its useful life, the Department will replace that equipment. The Department will endeavor to maintain supplies of equipment at 50% of supply levels as established in the attachment referred to in policy section 706.4 above. 706.6 COORDINATION WITH OTHER JURISDICTIONS
Military equipment used by any employee of this Department shall be approved for use and in accordance with this Department policy. Military equipment used by other jurisdictions that are providing mutual aid to this Department or operating in a law enforcement capacity in conjunction with this Department shall comply with their respective military equipment use policies in rendering mutual aid.
706.7 ANNUAL REPORT
Upon approval of a military equipment policy, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee should submit a military equipment report to the governing body for each type of military equipment approved within one year of approval, and annually thereafter for as long as the military equipment is available for use (Government Code § 7072).
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee should also make each annual military equipment report publicly available on the Department website for as long as the military equipment is available for use. The report shall include all information required by Government Code § 7072 for the preceding calendar year for each type of military equipment in Department inventory. 706.8 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing the annual report, the Department shall hold at least one well-publicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting, at which the Department should discuss the report and respond to public questions regarding the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment. Any complaints regarding the use of equipment or to express support for equipment use may be submitted as outlined in Policy 1009 - Personnel Complaints.
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March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 168 of 282 1 1. Specialized Firearms and Ammunition (Equipment Category 10) a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
I. The carbine rifle is a firearm capable of accurately stopping an armed subject at various distances. The carbine rifle is a lightweight, air-cooled, gas-operated, magazine-fed, shoulder-fired weapon designed for semiautomatic and selective fire. The carbine rifle does not have an expiration date and needs to be serviced or replaced when the rifle fails or breaks.
The .223 Remington/5.56mm NATO ammunition is used as a lethal option designed to stop a violent encounter. The projectile is capable of penetrating soft body armor being worn by armed subjects. These carbine rifles use ammunition already used by standard-issued patrol rifles. Colt AR-15 M4 Carbine | cost: $3.000 | quantity: 4 II. The submachine gun is a firearm capable of accurately stopping an armed subject in a variety of conditions and at various distances. The submachine gun is a lightweight and compact firearm designed to match firepower while also having the capability to clear enclosed or closecombat spaces. The submachine gun does not have an expiration date and needs to be serviced or replaced when the submachine gun fails or breaks. These submachine guns use ammunition already used by standard-issued 9mm handguns. Heckler & Koch MP5 submachine gun | cost: $3,000 | quantity: 8
III. The sniper rifle is a firearm capable of precision accuracy and is used to stop an armed subject from a safe distance. The sniper rifle can also be outfitted with a suppressor to reduce hearing damage in confined spaces.
The projectile used by this rifle is capable of penetrating soft body armor being worn by armed subjects. The sniper rifle does not have an expiration date and needs to be serviced or replaced when the rifle fails or breaks. This rifle uses .308 Winchester ammunition which is not standard issue and is listed below. TacOps suppressed sniper rifle | cost:
$16,400 | quantity: 2
IV. The .308 Winchester is a rimless, bottlenecked rifle cartridge. This ammunition is deployed during potentially lethal encounters at longer distances. The 168 grain projectile maintains accuracy, while resulting in higher impact velocities and more energy on target to stop a violent threat. Federal Gold Medal MatchKing 168 grain boat-tail hollow-point | cost $200 | quantity: 50
b. Purpose:
To be used as special weapons to address potentially deadly threats with more precision, handle close quarter situations/confined spaced, and/or deployment at greater distances than a handgun, if weapon systems are present and feasible to use in that particular situation.
c. Authorized Use:
Only personnel that are POST certified as operators or instructors, or personnel designated by the Chief of Police as authorized to use the above specifically mentioned rifles, submachine guns, and munitions.
d. Expected Lifespan:
I. Carbine Rifle – no expiration
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March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 169 of 282 2 II. Submachine Gun – no expiration
III. Sniper Rifle – no expiration
IV. .308 Winchester 168 grain Rifle Ammunition – no expiration e. Fiscal Impact:
I. Carbine Rifle – estimated $0 - $1,000 annually
II. Submachine Gun – estimated $0 - 2,000 annually
III. Sniper Rifle – estimated $0 - $2,000 annually
IV. .308 Winchester 168 grain Rifle Ammunition – estimated $0 - $10,000 f. Training:
Personnel operating the above mentioned rifles and machine guns receive POST certified training as an operator or instructor and complete annual training and qualifications to maintain certification.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules:
Use of the above mentioned rifles, machine guns, and munitions is established under policy and procedure manual. It is the policy of the San Fernando Police Department to utilize this equipment only for official law enforcement purposes, according to State and Federal law.
2. PepperBall Launcher (Category 11)
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
This system uses high pressure to deliver PAVA (Pelargonyl Vanillylamide - synthetic pepper spray) powder projectiles, similar in ways to that of a paintball delivery system. It is capable of launching projectiles at a subject up to 60 feet.
The delivery of the projectile has an area saturation of up to 160 feet. This nonlethal option offers an alternative in potentially lethal encounters as a means of de-escalation. It also doubles as a valuable tool to control riotous situations and crowd control during civil unrest. PepperBall Launcher | cost: $3,500 | quantity: 3 b. Purpose:
To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable. Situation for use of this non-lethal weapon system may include, but are not limited to:
I. Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals II. Riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents
III. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained IV. Potentially vicious and/or dangerous animals
V. Training exercises or approved demonstrations
c. Authorized Use:
Only personnel that have been trained as operators or instructors by the department, or personnel designated by the Chief of Police as authorized to use the PepperBall system.
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March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 170 of 282 3 d. Expected Lifespan:
I. PepperBall Launcher – no expiration
II. PepperBall Live Projectile – 1 year
e. Fiscal Impact:
I. PepperBall Launcher – estimated $0 - $2,000 annually II. PepperBall LIVE Projectile – estimated $0 - $1,000 annually f. Training:
Personnel operating the PepperBall launcher and munition received department training on the operation and deployment of the system. Refresher training is periodically conducted.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules:
Use of the PepperBall launcher and munitions is established under policy and procedure manual. It is the policy of the San Fernando Police Department to utilize this equipment only for official law enforcement purposes, according to State and Federal law.
3. Bean Bag Shotgun (Category 11)
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
A bean bag shotgun, also known as a less-lethal shotgun, is a firearm designed to fire bean bag rounds and specialized ammunition as outlined in Category 12. This non- lethal option offers an alternative in potentially lethal encounters as a means of de-escalation. It also doubles as a valuable tool to control riotous situations and crowd control during civil unrest.
b. Purpose:
To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable. Situation for use of this non-lethal weapon system may include, but are not limited to:
I. Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals II. Riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents
III. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained IV. Potentially vicious and/or dangerous animals
V. Training exercises or approved demonstrations
c. Authorized Use:
Only personnel that have been trained as operators or instructors by the department, or personnel designated by the Chief of Police as authorized to use the Bean Bag Shotgun system.
d. Expected Lifespan:
No expiration
e. Fiscal Impact:
Bean Bag Shotgun– estimated $0 - $2,000 annually
f. Training:
Personnel operating the Bean Bag Shotgun and munition received department training on the operation and deployment of the system. Refresher training is periodically conducted.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules:
Use of the Bean Bag Shotgun and munitions is established under policy and procedure manual. It is the policy of the San Fernando Police Department to utilize this equipment only for official law enforcement purposes, according to State and Federal law.
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March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 171 of 282 4 4. Tear Gas (Category 12)
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
Chemical agent munitions, which are commonly referred to as “tear gas” are used by the San Fernando Police Department as a non-lethal tool to disperse rioting subjects and dislodge barricaded subjects. The San Fernando Police Department uses chemical agents which are used by law enforcement across the United States. CS (2-chlorophenylmethylenemalononitrile) is an irritating agent and lachrymator (irritates the eyes and causes tears to flow). CS has been medically tested in the United Kingdom and United States, specifically by the U.S. Army. There are no known allergic reactions to CS. OC (Oleoresin Capsicum) was de-regulated in California in 1996, is endorsed by the FBI, and is available to civilians to legally possess (2.5 oz. or less). OC is an inflammatory agent which causes involuntary closure of eyes (opens in 2-5 minutes) and respiratory inflammation (subsides in approximately 2 minutes).
I. PepperBall LIVE projectile is the basic PepperBall projectile and contains 2% PAVA powder and is designed for direct impact and area saturation, especially in confined and/or interior spaces. The projectile is launched from the PepperBall Launcher at a velocity of 280 - 350 fps. The projectile has a direct impact of 60 feet and an area of saturation of 150+ feet. PepperBall LIVE projectile | cost: $1,000 | quantity: 3000 II. CS Liquid Direct Impact 40mm (part# 6322) – This munition is a point-ofaim, point-of-impact direct-fire round. It serves as a solution whether you need to stop the threat from a single subject or control a crowd. The Direct Impact combines blunt trauma with the effects of an irritant powder, thereby maximizing the potential for incapacitation. Defense Technology | cost: $400 | quantity: 9
III. CS Spede-Heat Long Range 40mm (part# 6182) – This munition delivers one chemical canister of CS agent from a 40mm launcher down range up to 150 yards. The Spede-Heat is a pyrotechnic round designed specifically for outdoor use in crowd control situations with a high volume continuous burn that expels its payload in approximately 20-40 seconds from a single source. This munition may be used to conceal tactical movement or to route a crowd. Defense Technology | cost: $800 | quantity: 35
IV. CS Ferret 40mm (part# 2292) – This barricade penetrating munition is filled with a CS powder chemical agent. It is a frangible projectile that is spin stabilized utilizing barrel rifling. It is non-burning and designed to penetrate barriers. Primarily used to dislodge barricaded subjects, it can also be used for area denial. It is designed to penetrate barriers, such as windows, hollow-core doors, wallboard and thin plywood. Upon impact the nose ruptures and instantaneously delivers the CS agent inside a structure or vehicle. Defense Technology | cost: $800 | quantity: 38
V. CS Muzzle Blast 40mm (part# 6042) – This munition is widely used as a crowd management tool for immediate and close deployment. It can also ORD. NO. 1739
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March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 172 of 282 5 be employed in tactical operations such as barricaded subjects, room clearing, area denial, and for small space contamination (e.g. a means of contaminating crawl spaces and attics). Defense Technology | cost:
$270, quantity: 7
VI. CS Liquid Ferret 12 gauge (part# 3012) – This munition has nonpyrotechnical properties which eliminates the fire hazard common with other products. It is primarily used to dislodge barricaded subjects and is designed to penetrate windows, hollow-core doors, wallboard and thin plywood. Upon impact it delivers CS agent inside a structure or vehicle.
Defense Technology | cost: $600 | quantity: 140
VII. OC Liquid Ferret 12 gauge (part# 3010) – This munition has nonpyrotechnical properties which eliminates the fire hazard common with other products. It is primarily used to dislodge barricaded subjects and is designed to penetrate windows, hollow-core doors, wallboard and thin plywood. Upon impact it delivers CS agent inside a structure or vehicle.
Defense Technology | cost: $600 | quantity: 111
VIII. CS Stinger Grenade (part# 1088) – The CS stinger grenade is a maximum effect device that delivers four stimuli for psychological and physiological effects: rubber pellets, light, sound, and CS. The CS stinger grenade is most widely used as a crowd management tool by Law Enforcement and Corrections. The blast of the CS stinger grenade is sufficient to project the rubber balls and chemical agent in a 50 foot radius. Defense Technology | cost: $810 | quantity: 24
b. Purpose:
To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable. Situations for use of these chemical agent munitions may include, but are not limited to:
I. Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals II. Riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents
III. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained IV. Dislodging barricaded subjects
V. Potentially vicious and/or dangerous animals
VI. Training exercises or approved demonstrations
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March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 173 of 282 6 c. Authorized Use:
Only personnel that are POST certified as operators or instructors, or personnel designated by the Chief of Police as authorized to use the above specifically mentioned chemical agent munitions.
d. Expected Lifespan:
I. Part# 6322 – 5 years from date of manufacture
II. Part# 6182 – 5 years from date of manufacture
III. Part# 2292 – 5 years from date of manufacture
IV. Part# 6042 – 5 years from date of manufacture
V. Part# 3012 – 5 years from date of manufacture
VI. Part# 3010 – 5 years from date of manufacture
VII. Part# 1088 – 5 years from date of manufacture
e. Fiscal Impact:
I. Part# 6322 – estimated $0 - $400 annually
II. Part# 6182 – estimated $0 - $800 annually
III. Part# 2292 – estimated $0 - $800 annually
IV. Part# 6042 – estimated $0 - $270 annually
V. Part# 3012 – estimated $0 - $600 annually
VI. Part# 3010 – estimated $0 - $600 annually
VII. Part# 1088 – estimated $0 - $850 annually
f. Training:
Personnel operating the above mentioned 40mm launcher and chemical agent munitions receive POST certified training as an operator or instructor and complete annual training and qualifications to maintain certification. g. Legal and Procedural Rules:
Use of the above mentioned 40mm launcher and chemical agent munitions is established under policy and procedure manual. It is the policy of the San Fernando Police Department to utilize this equipment only for official law enforcement purposes, according to State and Federal law.
5. Projectile Launcher Platforms and Associated Munitions (Category 14) a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
I. The single shot 40mm launcher is not a firearm, but a less lethal system that uses smokeless black powder to deliver 40mm projectiles from a safe distance. The less lethal launcher is capable of launching 40mm munitions up to 131 feet. The launcher can fire impact munitions and chemical agent munitions. This less lethal system offers an alternative in potentially lethal encounters as a means of de-escalation. It also doubles as a valuable tool to control riotous situations and crowd control during civil unrest. The 40m launcher does not have an expiration date and needs to be serviced or replaced when the launcher fails or breaks.
Defense Technology 40mm Tactical Single Launcher | cost: $2,000 | quantity: 1
II. The multiple shot 40mm launcher is not a firearm, but a less lethal system that uses smokeless black powder to deliver 40mm projectiles from a safe distance. The less lethal launcher is capable of launching up to four 40mm munitions consecutively at a distance up to 131 feet. The launcher ORD. NO. 1739
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March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 174 of 282 7 can fire impact munitions and chemical agent munitions. This less lethal system offers an alternative in potentially lethal encounters as a means of de-escalation. It also doubles as a valuable tool to control riotous situations and crowd control during civil unrest. The 40m launcher does not have an expiration date and needs to be serviced or replaced when the launcher fails or breaks. Defense Technology 40mm Tactical 4-Shot Launcher | cost: $4,000 | quantity: 1
III. The bean bag shotgun is a firearm designed to fire 12 gauge bean bag less lethal munitions and 12 gauge chemical agent munitions. The bean bag shotgun is capable of accurately firing 12 gauge munitions up to 75 feet. This less lethal system offers an alternative in potentially lethal encounters as a means of de-escalation. The bean bag shotgun does not have an expiration date and needs to be serviced or replaced when the launcher fails or breaks. Remington 870 Shotgun with orange highvisibility less lethal stock and foregrip | cost: $8,000 | quantity: 8 IV. Exact Impact 40mm (part# 6325) – The 40mm sponge round is a point-ofaim, point-of-impact, direct-fire munition. This lightweight, high-speed projectile consisting of a plastic body and sponge nose is spin stabilized via the incorporated rifling collar and the 40 mm launcher’s rifled barrel.
The munition is used as an alternative in potentially lethal encounters as a means of de-escalation. It can stop violent threats and subjects that pose a hazard to themselves through blunt force trauma. Defense Technology | cost: $4,000 | quantity: 142
V. Bean Bag 40mm (part# 6025) – The 40mm bean bag munition is most widely used as a crowd management tool by Law Enforcement and Corrections when there is a need to target individual instigators. It has also been successfully used as a dynamic, high-energy, single-subject munition for incapacitation or distraction. The round contains one silica sand-filled bag. Defense Technology | cost: $3,000 | quantity: 510 VI. Bean Bag 12 gauge (part# 3027) – The drag stabilized 12 gauge munition is a translucent 12 gauge shell loaded with a 40g tear-shaped bag made from a cotton and ballistic material blend and filled with #9 shot. This design utilizes four stabilizing tails and utilizes smokeless powder as the propellant. This munition has a velocity of 270 fps with a maximum effective range of 75 feet. The munition is used as an alternative in potentially lethal encounters as a means of de-escalation. It can stop violent threats and subjects that pose a hazard to themselves through blunt force trauma. Defense Technology | cost: $3,000 | quantity: 510 VII. Rubber Ball Stinger 12 gauge (part# 3016) – The rubber ball stinger 12 gauge munition is a translucent 12 gauge shell loaded with approximately eighteen 32-caliber rubber balls. The 12 gauge rubber ball stinger is generally considered a low to medium pain compliance munition for close range deployment. The round has a maximum effective range of approximately 25 feet and a velocity of 500 fps. It is suitable for administering a means of pain compliance and is mainly used for routing crowds or groups that are mildly resistive. Defense Technology | cost:
$2,700 | quantity: 450
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March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 175 of 282 8 b. Purpose:
To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable. Situations for use of these kinetic energy weapons and munitions may include, but are not limited to:
I. Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals II. Riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents
III. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained IV. Dislodging barricaded subjects
V. Potentially vicious and/or dangerous animals
VI. Training exercises or approved demonstrations
c. Authorized Use:
Only personnel that are POST certified as operators or instructors, or personnel designated by the Chief of Police as authorized to use the above specifically mentioned kinetic energy weapons and the above specifically mentioned munitions.
d. Expected Lifespan:
I. Single Shot 40mm Launcher – no expiration
II. Multiple Shot 40mm Launcher – no expiration
III. Bean Bag Shotgun – no expiration
IV. Part# 6325 – no expiration
V. Part# 6025 – no expiration
VI. Part# 6097 – no expiration
VII. Part# 3027 – no expiration
VIII. Part# 3016 – no expiration
e. Fiscal Impact:
I. Single Shot 40mm Launcher – estimated $0 - $2,000 annually II. Multiple Shot 40mm Launcher – estimated $0-$2,000 annually III. Bean Bag Shotgun – estimated $0 - $1,000 annually
IV. Part# 6325 – estimated $0 - $4,800 annually
V. Part# 6025 – estimated $0 - $2,000 annually
VI. Part# 6097 – estimated $0 - $1,500 annually
VII. Part# 3027 – estimated $0 - $4,000 annually
VIII. Part# 3016 – estimated $0 - $360 annually
f. Training:
Personnel operating the above mentioned 40mm launcher and kinetic energy munitions receive POST certified training as an operator or instructor and complete annual training and qualifications to maintain certification. g. Legal and Procedural Rules:
Use of the above mentioned 40mm launcher and kinetic energy munitions is established under policy and procedure manual. It is the policy of the San Fernando Police Department to utilize this equipment only for official law enforcement purposes, according to State and Federal law.
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AGENDA REPORT
CITY CLERK DEPARTMENT 117 MACNEIL ST, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1204 WWW.SANFERNANDO.GOV REVIEW: ☒ City Clerk ☒ Director of Admin. Services ☒ City Manager To: Mayor Joel Fajardo and Councilmembers
From: Kanika Kith, City Manager
By: Julia Fritz, City Clerk
Date: March 16, 2026
Subject: A Public Hearing to Consider Adopting an Ordinance Amending the Criteria for Membership on Various City Commissions by Removing the Requirement that Members Be Registered Voters of the City
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
a. Conduct a Public Hearing; and
b. Pending public input, introduce for first reading, in title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No. 1740 (Attachment “A”) titled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Fernando, California, amending the criteria for membership on various City Commissions by removing the requirement that members be registered voters of the City where such status is not mandated by State or Federal Law.”
BACKGROUND:
1. On February 5, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 8260, approving the “Guidelines for Boards, Commissions and Committees Handbook,” as amended, to include a reference under the eligibility section to Government Code (GC) Section 1020(b), which states: “Notwithstanding any other law, a person, regardless of citizenship or immigration status, is eligible to hold an appointed civil office if the person is 18 years of age and a resident of the state.”
2. On February 2, 2026, the City Council directed staff to return to a future City Council meeting with an ordinance amending the San Fernando Municipal Code for City Commissions removing the requirement that members be registered voters of the City of San Fernando.
March 16, 2026 Special & Regular CC Mtg Page 179 of 282 A Public Hearing to Consider Adopting an Ordinance Amending the Criteria for Membership on Various City Commissions by Removing the Requirement that Members Be Registered Voters of the City