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, APRIL 6, 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 54956.9(D)(2) AND 54956.9(E)(1) - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION:
One (1) matter
B) CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54954.9 (D)(1) – EXISTING LITIGATION:
CASE NAME: MUNOZ DE BERDUGO V CITY OF SAN FERNANDO
CASE NO: CASE 24CHCV01885
C) CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(D)(1) – EXISTING LITIGATION:
CASE NAME: COALITION FOR CLEAN AIR V. CITY OF SAN FERNANDO
RECONVENE FROM SPECIAL MEETING AND REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
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REGULAR MEETING - PUBLIC PARTICIPATION OPTIONS
WATCH THE MEETING
Live stream with audio and video, via YouTube, at: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityOfSanFernando
SUBMIT PUBLIC COMMENT IN PERSON
Members of the public may provide comments in person in the City Council Chambers during the Public Comments section of the Agenda by submitting a comment card to the City Clerk.
SUBMIT PUBLIC COMMENT VIA EMAIL
Members of the public may submit comments by email to [email protected] no later than 12:00 p.m. the day of the meeting, to ensure distribution to the City Council prior to consideration of the agenda. Comments received via email will be distributed to the City Council and made part of the official public record of the meeting.
CALL-IN TO PROVIDE PUBLIC COMMENT LIVE DURING THE 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
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APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Recommend that the City Council approve the agenda as presented and move that all ordinances presented tonight be read in title only as authorized under Government Code Section 36934.
PRESENTATIONS
A. PRESENTATION AND UPDATE FROM METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT BOARD CHAIR ADAN ORTEGA
B. ANNUAL RECOGNITION
• APRIL 2026 AS DONATE LIFE CALIFORNIA MONTH
• APRIL 2026 AS SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH & APRIL 29, 2026 AS DENIM DAY • April 25, 2026 AS ARBOR DAY
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 ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE WARRANT REGISTER Recommend that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-041 approving the Warrant Register.
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2) 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. 3) CONSIDERATION TO AUTHORIZE SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE
DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL FOR THE UNDER-AGE ALCOHOL
PURCHASE PREVENTION PROGRAM
Recommend that the City Council authorize the preparation and submittal of a grant application to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control in an amount up to $100,000 to support the San Fernando Police Department’s Under-Age Alcohol Purchase Prevention Program.
4) CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH R3
CONSULTING GROUP FOR SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT CONSULTING SERVICES Recommend that the City Council:
a. Award a Professional Services Agreement to R3 Consulting Group, Inc. (Contract No. 2493) for solid waste management consulting services, in an amount not to exceed $174,970; b. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to make non-substantive changes and execute the Agreement; and
c. Adopt Resolution No. 8447 amending the budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026 to appropriate funds from the General Fund reserves for solid waste management consulting services.
5) CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE CO-SPONSORSHIP OF THE PUEBLO Y SALUD SAFE AND SOBER
GRADUATION TOWNHALL MEETING, AND REQUEST TO WAIVE FACILITY USE FEES Recommend that the City Council:
a. Approve Co-Sponsorship of the Pueblo y Salud Safe and Sober Graduation Townhall Meeting tentatively scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Recreation Park; b. Approve the use of the City seal on the print material and social media pursuant to City Council Ordinance No. 1724;
c. Waive facility use fees for the use of Recreation Park for co-sponsored events, with City Manager approval; and
d. Authorize the participation in, and use of the City seal, for future Pueblo y Salud Safe and Sober Graduation Townhall Meetings held in the City with City Manager approval.
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6) CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION RENAMING CESAR CHAVEZ DAY ON MARCH 31
IN THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO TO FARMWORKERS DAY, HONORING THE HARD WORK AND ESSENTIAL ROLE OF FARMWORKERS IN PRODUCING THE NATION’S FOOD, LABOR RIGHTS
MOVEMENT, AND EFFORTS TO IMPROVE WAGES AND WORKING CONDITIONS Recommend that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 8442 approving renaming Cesar Chavez Day in the City of San Fernando to Farmworkers Day, recognized annually on March 31.
PUBLIC HEARING
7) A CONTINUED 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.”
8) A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTING A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED
CLIMATE ACTION AND RESILIENCE PLAN AND GENERAL PLAN UPDATE TO THE OPEN SPACE,
CONSERVATION, PARKS, AND RECREATION ELEMENT AND MOBILITY ELEMENT, AND
APPROVE THE ASSOCIATED CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT DOCUMENTATION Recommend that the City Council:
a. Conduct a Public Hearing;
b. Pending public testimony, adopt Resolution No. 8443 approving the Proposed City’s Climate Action and Resilience Plan and General Plan Update to the Open Space, Conservation, Parks, and Recreation Element and Mobility Element; and c. Approve the California Environmental Quality Act determination. 9) A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AND APPROVE THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT FUNDING FOR PROPOSED PROJECTS AS PART OF THE CITY CONSOLIDATED ALLOCATION ACTION PLAN FOR THE 52ND PROGRAM YEAR FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Conduct a Public Hearing;
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b. Pending public testimony, adopt Resolution No. 8444 approving the Community Development Block Grant Funding for Proposed Projects as part of the City Consolidated Allocation Action Plan for the 52nd Program Year Funds for Fiscal Year 2026-2027; and c. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to submit documentation conveying the City Council’s Resolution to the Los Angeles County Community Development Authority (LACDA) for approval.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
10) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION UPDATING THE CITY COUNCIL
PROCEDURAL MANUAL
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 8421 approving the redline edits to the City Council Procedural Manual; and
b. Provide staff with direction, as applicable.
11) RECEIVE AND FILE PRESENTATION ON THE SAN FERNANDO POLICE DEPARTMENT’S THREEYEAR ORGANIZATIONAL ASSESSMENT IMPLEMENTATION “ACTION” PLAN Recommend that the City Council:
a. Receive and file a presentation on the San Fernando Police Department’s Three-Year Organizational Assessment Implementation “Action” Plan; and b. Provide direction, as necessary.
12) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION REGARDING THE ALL-CITIES VIGIL TO HONOR LIVES LOST
IN FEDERAL IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT INCIDENTS
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Discuss the planning of an All-Cities Vigil to Honor Lives Lost in Federal Immigration Enforcement Incidents;
b. Provide direction on coordinating the City-led Vigil; and c. Adopt Resolution No. 8445 amending the budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 to appropriate funds from the General Fund reserves to coordinate event. 13) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
WITH IGNITE THE LIGHT OF HOPE FOUNDATION FOR FOOD DISTRIBUTIONS Recommend that the City Council:
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a. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Ignite the Light of Hope Foundation (Contract No. 2476) to continue food distributions through an amended scope and to provide related fundraising support; and
b. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to make non-substantive changes and execute the Agreement; or
c. Provide staff alternative direction.
14) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION REGARDING THE SAFE & BEAUTIFUL SAN FERNANDO
WORK PLAN
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Receive and file a presentation on projected work and costs for the Safe & Beautiful San Fernando Work Plan; and
b. Provide other direction, as necessary.
15) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION REGARDING PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS YARD – FACILITY CONDITIONS REVIEW AND NEXT STEPS (TABLED FROM THE MARCH 16, 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. 16) DISCUSSION REGARDING THE CITY’S FORMER AGREEMENT RELATED TO DISTRICT B IN THE
DOWNTOWN MALL AREA
This item was agendized by Mayor Joel Fajardo.
City Council to receive and file the report and provide direction to staff as appropriate, and take any related action, including adoption of a resolution if deemed necessary. 17) CONTINUED 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.
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18) DISCUSSION REGARDING SAN FERNANDO CHILDREN’S DAY 2026 This item was agendized by Councilmember Patty Lopez.
City Council discussion to approve the event, designate the City as a co-sponsor, and authorize use of the City logo for promotional purposes.
19) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO PROCLAIM APRIL 2026 AS CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH
This item was agendized by Councilmember Patty Lopez.
City Council discussion to direct staff to read the resolution into the record and request the Council’s vote for adoption.
20) DISCUSSION REGARDING THE TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT FOR THE CITY OF
SAN FERNANDO
This item was agendized by Councilmember Patty Lopez.
City Council discussion to direct the City Attorney to draft a formal resolution or ordinance reflecting this framework and present it for City Council consideration at the next meeting. 21) DISCUSSION REGARDING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR OLDER ADULTS (SENIOR
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT)
This item was agendized by Councilmember Patty Lopez.
City Council discussion to direct staff to explore programs, partnerships, and policies that support job opportunities for older adults.
22) DISCUSSION REGARDING ADVOCATING FOR CONGRESSIONAL ACTION TO STRENGTHEN
INVESTIGATIONS INTO ABUSE AGAINST WOMEN AND CHILDREN
This item was agendized by Councilmember Patty Lopez.
City Council discussion to direct staff to draft and formal submission of a joint advocacy letter to California’s congressional delegation, including Adam Schiff and Alex Padilla, as well as members of the U.S. House of Representatives, urging immediate action to strengthen the investigation, prevention, and prosecution of abuse against women and children. This effort should also include collaboration with local agencies, community organizations, and advocacy groups to support awareness, prevention, and reporting initiatives, ensuring a coordinated and effective response that prioritizes victim protection and accountability.
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23) DISCUSSION REGARDING IMPROVEMENTS IN PARKING & BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA B This item was agendized by Vice Mayor Victoria Garcia.
City Council discussion to provide staff direction for: Decorations for America's 250th birthday in Parking & Business Improvement Area B, Installing a directory in Parking & Business Improvement Area B, and Direction that the (A) promotion of retail activities; (B) providing music; (C) promotion of public events; and (D) decoration of public places in Parking & Business Improvement Area B will come from Parking & Business Improvement Area B funds.
STAFF COMMUNICATION INCLUDING COMMISSION UPDATES
GENERAL CITY COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS AND LIAISON UPDATES ADJOURNMENT The meeting will adjourn to the Regular Meeting of April 20, 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.