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 (BUDGET STUDY SESSION) – 5:00 PM TO 6:00 PM REGULAR MEETING – 6:00 PM
MONDAY, MAY 18, 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:
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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.
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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SAN FERNANDO CITY COUNCIL
Special and Regular Meeting Notice and Agenda – May 18, 2026
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 - SPECIAL MEETING 5:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL
TELECONFERENCING REQUESTS/DISCLOSURE
APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
PUBLIC STATEMENTS FOR SPECIAL MEETING
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.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
1) DISCUSSION OF FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 BUDGET STUDY SESSION NO. 1 Recommend that the City Council:
a. Review and discuss the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget; and b. Provide direction to staff, as appropriate.
ADJOURNMENT OF THE SPECIAL MEETING
CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING 6:00 P.M.
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.
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Special and Regular Meeting Notice and Agenda – May 18, 2026
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 PROCLAMATION
• DECLARING MAY 17, 2026 TO MAY 23, 2026, AS NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK
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. March 19, 2026 Special CC Meeting
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2) CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE WARRANT REGISTER Recommend that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-052 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 ADOPT RESOLUTIONS APPROVING THE ENGINEER’S REPORT, AND DECLARING THE CITY’S INTENTION TO ORDER THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 8451 approving the Engineer’s Report for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District; and
b. Adopt Resolution No. 8452 declaring the City Council’s intention to order the annual assessments for FY 2026-2027 LLAD; and setting the date for the Public Hearing to consider the levy of assessments at the June 15, 2026 City Council regular meeting. 5) CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE A FULFILLMENT AGREEMENT WITH LOS ANGELES COUNTY
METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR UNPROGRAMMED SURFACE
TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM-LOCAL FUNDS FOR THE FIXED ROUTE AMERICANS WITH
DISABILITIES ACT SIDEWALKS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Approve a Fulfillment Agreement with Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Contract No. 2511) for Unprogrammed Surface Transportation Program-Local funds in the amount of $71,778 for the Fixed Route Americans with Disabilities Act Sidewalks Improvement Project ; and
b. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the agreement and related documents. 6) CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE AN OUTREACH PLAN FOR BUSINESSES LOCATED IN THE
PARKING AND BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA B DISTRICT
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Approve an Outreach Plan for businesses located in the Parking and Business Improvement Area B District; and
b. Provide staff direction, as applicable.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
7) A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTING AN ORDINANCE TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED ZONING CODE UPDATE, SUBDIVISION CODE UPDATE, SPECIFIC PLAN-5 UPDATE, OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS, AND ZONING MAP UPDATE; ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING A GENERAL PLAN LAND USE ELEMENT AMENDMENT; AND ADOPTION OF AN ADDENDUM TO AN INITIAL STUDY–MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Conduct a Public Hearing;
b. Pending Public Testimony, introduce for first reading, in title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No. 1742 titled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Fernando, California, Approving an Addendum to the Previously Approved Initial Study-Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS-MND) (SCH#2021120390) for the Housing Element Update and Approving the Zoning Code Update, Subdivision Code Update, Specific Plan-5 Update, Objective Design Standards, and Zoning Map Update; these actions collectively referred to as the Housing Implementation Plan Project or HIP Project); c. Adopt Resolution No. 8453 adopting a General Plan Land Use Element Amendment (these actions collectively referred to as the Housing Implementation Plan Project or HIP Project); and
d. Adopt an addendum to the previously approved Initial Study–Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH #2021120390) for the City of San Fernando Housing Element Update Project finding that pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Section 15162: the HIP Project does not cause any conditions beyond what was studied in the IS-MND, no subsequent IS-MND is required, and the addendum is the appropriate level of environmental analysis under CEQA Guidelines Section 15164. 8) A PUBLIC HEARING TO PRESENT THE STATUS OF STAFF VACANCIES AND RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION EFFORTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 AS REQUIRED BY GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 3502.3
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Conduct a public hearing regarding the status of vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts in accordance with Government Code Section 3502.3; and b. Pending public testimony, receive and file the City’s Position Vacancy and Recruitment and Retention Efforts Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
9) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE A SECOND READING TO ADOPT AN
ORDINANCE PROHIBITING CITY COUNCILMEMBERS FROM NOMINATING IMMEDIATE FAMILY
MEMBERS TO SERVE ON BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES AND OTHER BODIES
WHOSE MEMBERS ARE APPOINTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
Recommend that the City Council approve for second reading, in title only, and waive further reading, and adopt Ordinance No. 1741 titled, “An Ordinance Prohibiting City Councilmembers from Nominating Immediate Family Members to Serve on Boards, Commissions and Committees and other Bodies Whose Members are Appointed by the City Council.” 10) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED FIVE-YEAR SAN FERNANDO STRATEGIC PLAN FOR FISCAL YEARS 2026-2031 AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN
IMPLEMENTATION ACTION PLAN
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Approve the proposed Five-year San Fernando Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2031; and
b. Provide direction, as applicable.
11) DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO
PROVIDE WRITTEN NOTICE OF INTENT TO WITHDRAW MEMBERSHIP FROM THE
INDEPENDENT CITIES RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 8453 authorizing the City to provide a written notice of intent to withdraw membership from Independent Cities Risk Management Authority; and b. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to make non-substantive changes and execute all related documents.
12) RECEIVE AND FILE AN UPDATE REGARDING THE DESIGN FOR THE PACOIMA WASH
CONNECTIVITY PROJECT
Recommend that the City Council:
a. Receive and file an update regarding the design for the Pacoima Wash Connectivity Project; and
b. Provide staff with direction, as applicable.
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13) DISCUSSION REGARDING THE CITY’S FORMER AGREEMENT RELATED TO DISTRICT B IN THE DOWNTOWN MALL AREA (TABLED FROM THE MAY 12, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING) 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. 14) DISCUSSION REGARDING VOLUNTEER & COMMUNITY RECOGNITION RECEPTION – CHILDREN’S DAY EVENT 2026
This item was agendized by Councilmember Patty Lopez.
City Council to approve the use of the City Council Chambers and Conference Room for the Volunteer & Community Recognition Reception on Friday, May 22, 2026 beginning at 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event will be fully organized and supported by Councilmember Patty López and volunteers. The only request to the City is the preparation of certificates of recognition. No staff support will be required for this event.
15) DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION TO STAFF REGARDING CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES AND
INITIATIVES
This item was agendized by Mayor Joel Fajardo.
City Council to provide direction to staff.
STAFF COMMUNICATION INCLUDING COMMISSION UPDATES
GENERAL CITY COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS AND LIAISON UPDATES ADJOURNMENT The meeting will adjourn to the Special Meeting of May 26, 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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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 D. Melton, Director of Administrative Services
Date: May 18, 2026
Subject: Discussion of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Study Session No. 1 RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
a. Review and discuss the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-2027 Proposed Budget (Attachment “A”); and b. Provide direction to staff, as appropriate.
BACKGROUND:
1. On March 2, 2026, the City Council received and filed the FY 2025-2026 Mid-Year Budget update and FY 2026-2027 Budget Outlook. This marked the kick-off of the FY 2026-2027 Budget Season.
2. On March 23, 2026, the City Council held a Special Study Session to develop the City’s five-year Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2031.
3. Throughout April 2026, the City Manager and Director of Administrative Services met with each Department to develop the FY 2026-2027 City Manager’s Proposed Budget, which includes revenues and expenditures for the General Fund, Enterprise Funds, and all Special Revenue Funds.
4. On May 4, 2026, the FY 2026-2027 Proposed Budget was made available to the City Council and subsequently posted to the City’s website (www.sanfernando.gov/YourGovernment/Departments/Administrative-Services/Financial-Documents)
5. On May 13, 2026, an in-person Town Hall meeting, which was also live-streamed on YouTube, was held to present the FY 2026–2027 Proposed Budget, where members of the public were able to participate and ask questions. Budget Study Sessions are scheduled for May 18, 2026; May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 13 of 350
Discussion of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Study Session No. 1
May 26, 2026; June 8, 2026; and June 15, 2026, to discuss the proposed budget for each department in detail.
6. A Public Hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget is tentatively scheduled for the Monday, June 15, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting.
ANALYSIS:
Budget Overview.
The theme of the FY 2026-2027 City Manager’s Proposed Budget is “Maintaining Core Services During Challenging Economic Conditions.” The City is entering this fiscal year amid economic volatility, with inflation, slowing revenue growth, and fiscal pressures at all levels of government.
Like many jurisdictions across California, cities are facing difficult fiscal decisions due to rising costs and slowing revenue growth. Several municipalities have been forced to implement staffing furloughs, hiring freezes, or the postponement of cost-of-living adjustments and salary increases to balance their budgets. The City of San Fernando remains in a stronger position, and at this time, is not proposing staffing furloughs or freezing salary increases. However, these regional actions highlight the broader fiscal environment and reinforce the need for continued prudence and disciplined financial management to ensure the City’s long-term stability.
The Proposed Budget takes a conservative approach, projecting flat revenue growth and limiting ongoing expenditure increases, while prioritizing the maintenance of essential City operations and ensuring that San Fernando remains safe and beautiful. Despite significant external cost pressures, the Proposed Budget maintains core service levels and prioritizes fiscal stability by aligning staff capacity with essential service delivery.
In accordance with the City’s Budget Policy, the Proposed General Fund Budget represents a balanced budget. In fact, with $29,980,451 in projected revenues and $29,904,851 in proposed expenditures, there is a nominal budget surplus of $75,600.
In total, Departments submitted $3,656,620 in enhancement requests across all operating funds.
The Proposed Budget recommends $371,600 in one-time enhancements. Of this amount, the General Fund net total is $75,600; and $296,000 is funded by non-General Fund sources. The recommended enhancements are limited to those necessary for operational stability, offset by revenues, or generate additional revenue. The recommended resources included in the FY 2026-2027 Budget address one (1) or more of the following parameters:
1. Maintaining core services such as public safety, infrastructure, and cleanliness.
2. Focusing staff resources on essential operations and reducing non-critical impacts.
3. Strengthening long-term fiscal stability amid ongoing economic uncertainty.
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Discussion of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget Study Session No. 1
More detailed information on approved enhancements is included in the “Recommended Enhancements” section of the Proposed Budget document (Attachment “A”) and Enhancement Requests (Attachment “B”).
Capital Improvements.
The FY 2026-2027 budget includes funding primarily for street resurfacing, parking meter replacements, citywide signage updates, LED lighting upgrades, sewer system improvements and water system improvements. An emphasis will be to evaluate and complete existing projects utilizing approved funding to be carried forward from prior fiscal years. Funding for capital improvements is provided primarily through Special Revenue, Grant, Capital Funds, and Enterprise Funds:
• $1.5 million for Road Infrastructure Improvements
• $1.0 million for Water System Improvements
• $0.1 million for Sewer System Improvements
More detailed information regarding the FY 2026-2027 Proposed Capital Improvement Program may be found in Section VI. “Capital Improvement Projects” of proposed budget document.
BUDGET IMPACT:
The total Proposed Budget for all funds is approximately $58.7 million. The Proposed General Fund budget is $29.9 million (1% decrease from FY 2025-2026). In accordance with the City’s Budget Policy, the FY 2026-2027 Proposed General Fund Budget represents a balanced budget, with General Fund revenues of $30.0 million, expenditures of $29.9 million and proposed enhancements of $75,600.
CONCLUSION:
It is recommended that the City Council review the FY 2026-2027 Proposed Budget and allocate the resources required to move the 2026-2031 Strategic Goals and City Council Priorities forward in the upcoming fiscal year.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget (available digitally through web link and hardcopy at the Finance counter)
B. Summary of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Enhancement Requests May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 15 of 350
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SUMMARY OF ENHANCEMENT REQUESTS
FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027
DEPT DESCRIPTION REQUEST TYPE AMOUNT
CM PROPOSED
ENHANCEMENTS
NOT
RECOMMENDED
NOTES
GENERAL FUND
City Council Council Technology Replacements One-Time 7,500 7,500 - Replacement technology for all Councilmembers City Council Conference Expenses Ongoing 5,000 5,000 Additional $1,000 per Councilmember for conference of choice City Manager's Office New Position: Administrative Assistant Ongoing 95,000 95,000 BCRC counter - intake applications and process special event permits Administrative Services Server Refresh and Replacement Project - Lease Costs Ongoing 30,000 25,000 5,000 Core Server Replacement of 2 servers loaned through Acorn due to system failure. Grant applied for all server replacements.
Administrative Services NeoGov Online Recruitment System Ongoing 9,835 - 9,835 Replacing paper applications with a modern online applicant recruitment system. This upgrade will streamline hiring, improve applicant tracking, reduce manual paperwork, and help HR manage candidates more efficiently.
Administrative Services Professional Service Hours: Fiscal Model & Indicators One-Time 25,000 25,000 - To establish a new fiscal model for the City of San Fernando’s General Fund that staff can more easily manage for the future, containing a dynamic dashboard and assumption flexibility to help decision-makers see the impacts of changes in assumptions and impacts of various budget strategies.
Administrative Services Professional Service Hours: ERP Software Transition One-Time 25,000 - 25,000 To assist in Phase I & 2 Transition Administrative Services Compensation Study One-Time 75,000 - 75,000 In follow up with SFPEA request, to conduct a Total Compensation and Classification Study to assess market competitiveness, support employee retention, and strengthen organizational development. The study will help ensure the City’s compensation structure remains competitive, equitable, and aligned with long-term workforce needs. SEIU 721 requested that the City conduct a study. The last study was conducted in August 2016.
Administrative Services SFLeadership Academy Year 2 & Exec/Supervisor Coaching One-Time 19,500 - 19,500 Coaching and training for Department Heads, Managers and Supervisors Administrative Services Citywide Training One-Time 5,000 - 5,000 The training is part of our employee development program for all employees who have customer services duties
Administrative Services Position Reclassification: Finance Manager Ongoing 25,000 - 25,000 Future Request: To create appropriate job structure within Administrative Services - Finance Division to provide optimal assistance with organizational and transactional growth
Administrative Services New Position: Accountant Ongoing 125,000 - 125,000 Future Request: To create appropriate job structure within Administrative Services - Finance Division to provide optimal assistance with organizational and transactional growth
City Clerk Posting Board to Comply with SB707 to allow the public to post their own version a translated agenda One-Time 900 - 900 Mandatory, but may be able to purchase from existing resources City Clerk DocuSign - Increase Plan to Intergrate DocuSign Forms into Laserfiche Software Ongoing 2,808 - 2,808 Intergrates DocuSign documents into Laserfiche Software Records Repository City Clerk Codify New Zoning Code One-Time 9,100 9,100 - Codify new Zoning Code Community Development On-Call Cell Phone Ongoing 3,000 - 3,000 4 Phone lines for weekends/on-call CSO Team (to not utilize personal phones for City contact)
DEPT REQ CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATIONS
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CITY OF SAN FERNANDO
SUMMARY OF ENHANCEMENT REQUESTS
FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027
DEPT DESCRIPTION REQUEST TYPE AMOUNT
CM PROPOSED
ENHANCEMENTS
NOT
RECOMMENDED
NOTES
DEPT REQ CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATIONS
Community Development Specialized Legal Services (Expense) One-Time 65,000 65,000 - Services to assist with ensuring long standing code enforcement cases are able to be resolved through the legal system.
Community Development Specialized Legal Services (Revenue Offset) One-Time (65,000) (65,000) - Revenues anticipated as offset as long standing code enforcement cases are able to be resolved through the legal system.
Police RMS/CAD Replacement One-Time 200,000 - 200,000
Recommended in PD Assessment plan for community-facing information $200,000 First Year
$100,000 Ongoing
Police New Position: Police Sergeant Ongoing 178,000 - 178,000 Recommended in PD Assessment plan for operations. Would add a 6th Sergeant to staff
Police Online Reporting Software Ongoing 13,000 - 13,000 Allows residents to quickly and conveniently report non-emergency incidents at anytime.
Police Training/New Hire Expenses One-Time 30,000 - 30,000 Includes Professional Services for backgrounds, poly, psych, uniforms, training Police Taser Replacement Ongoing 55,000 - 55,000 Five year contract with Axon Police Position Reclassification: P/T to F/T Records Clerk Ongoing 64,650 - 64,650 Convert PT Records Specialist to FT Records Specialist Police Radio Batteries One-Time 20,000 - 20,000 2 replacement batteries per Ofc. (86 total) for all handheld police radios Police Computer replacements (10) One-Time 20,000 - 20,000 Computer replacement for aging and restrictively slow terminals.
Police Pool Vehicle One-Time 35,000 - 35,000 Pool vehicle for staff to use for training travel, official business Police LACRIS Expense ($2,700 FY 26-27, $5,400 therearfter) Ongoing 2,700 - 2,700 Monthly fee of $450/month beginning in January 2027.
Police Police Motor Unit E-Motorcycles Training & Charging equipment
One-Time 46,000 - 46,000 Training/Travel and Equipment for 2 motor officers ($14,000 training/travel) & Axon cameras and Motorola Radios on Motorcycles ($32,000) Police Office Furniture One-Time 40,200 - 40,200 Previous request - plus 5% Police Tuition Reimbursement One-Time 9,000 9,000 - MOU negotatiated item - to enhance professional development Public Works Pothole patching trailer/vehicle One-Time 82,000 - 82,000 Vehicle requested to assist with pothole patching Public Works Two Message Boards One-Time 47,000 - 47,000 Signage to replace outdated current boards, due to department difficulty acquiring repair parts
Recreation & Comm Services New Position: RCS Full-Time Coordinator (Sr Services) Ongoing 60,000 - 60,000 The growth in programing, services and collaborations creates a need for this.
Recreation & Comm Services Performance Stage (indoor) One-Time 15,000 - 15,000 Current stage has become entirely obsolete and unsafe to use for indoor and small scale use only (8 max)
GENERAL FUNDS ENHANCEMENT TOTAL: $ 1,380,193 $ 75,600 $ 1,304,593
PROPRIETARY FUNDS
Water Fund
Public Works Prop 26 - Capital Fees & Installation Charges Fee Study One-Time 60,000 60,000 - Prop 26 - Capital Fees and Installation Charges Fee Study Sewer Fund
Public Works Sewer CCTV to be installed on our current Sewer Truck One-Time 110,000 - 110,000 May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 17 of 350
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SUMMARY OF ENHANCEMENT REQUESTS
FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027
DEPT DESCRIPTION REQUEST TYPE AMOUNT
CM PROPOSED
ENHANCEMENTS
NOT
RECOMMENDED
NOTES
DEPT REQ CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATIONS
Equipment Replacement & Maintenance Fund
Police Replacement Detective Vehicle One-Time 66,227 - 66,227 Replacement pending insurance claim Police Dedicated Mobile Mechanic for PD Fleet Ongoing 90,000 - 90,000 Maintenance for 15 patrol vehicles ($67,500/year) and 3 CSO vehicles ($6,000/year)
Facility Maintenance Fund
Public Works Painting/Patching Materials One-Time 5,000 5,000 - For Staff to Repaint 5 - 10 Rooms Across All City Facilities Public Works Grasshopper riding lawnmower to replace old Skawg one (One Time Purchase) One-Time 29,000 - 29,000
Public Works Additional OT (12 hours) for painting/patching of 5-10 rooms for all City facilities One-Time 3,700 - 3,700
Public Works Increase frequency of restroom cleaning at all City Park facilities Ongoing 39,000 - 39,000
Public Works City Hall Roof Replacement ( One time project) One-Time 475,000 - 475,000 To be considered within Facility Assessment Condition Report review, based on prioritization
Public Works Police Roof Replacement One-Time 485,000 - 485,000 To be considered within Facility Assessment Condition Report review, based on prioritization
Public Works Recreation Park Air Conditioning (6 new units) One-Time 210,000 - 210,000 To be considered within Facility Assessment Condition Report review, based on prioritization
Public Works New flooring for City Hall Facility (common areas) One-Time 95,000 - 95,000 To be considered within Facility Assessment Condition Report review, based on prioritization
Public Works Police Station Flooring (carpet) Phase II (Approximately 50% of the station) One-Time 85,000 - 85,000 To be considered within Facility Assessment Condition Report review, based on prioritization Public Works Painting of interior City Hall Facility (remaining areas about 25% of City Hall) One-Time 75,000 - 75,000 To be considered within Facility Assessment Condition Report review, based on prioritization Public Works Painting of interior Police Facility (common areas about 50% of the station) One-Time 85,000 - 85,000 To be considered within Facility Assessment Condition Report review, based on prioritization Recreation & Comm Services Stage Door Repair Option 1: Minor Fixes One-Time 2,500 - 2,500 To be considered within Facility Assessment Condition Report review, based on prioritization. Broken door warrants a long term solution to ensure safety, security and proper functionality.
Recreation & Comm Services Stage Door Repair Option 2: Replacement One-Time 50,000 - 50,000 To be considered within Facility Assessment Condition Report review, based on prioritization. Broken door warrants a long term solution to ensure safety, security and proper functionality.
PROPRIETARY FUNDS ENHANCEMENT TOTAL: $ 1,965,427 $ 65,000 $ 1,847,927
SPECIAL FUNDS
AQMD
Police Police Motor Unit - 2 Electric Motorcycles One-Time 77,000 - 77,000 AQMD funds for purchase of two electric police motorcycles to enhance traffic enforcement, community engagement, and operational efficiency Police New Vehicle: Community Service Officer Fleet One-Time 70,000 70,000 - CSO program currently has one vehicle in operation. Additional vehicles will allow CSO staff to patrol individually.
Capital Grant Funds
Public Works Recreation Park Repairs & Remediation One-Time 51,000 51,000 - Repairs at Recreation Park, including Gym Repair and Recoating (to be included in Measure A Roof Repair Scope)
Community Development - Surcharge Fund (CaSp Fees)
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CITY OF SAN FERNANDO
SUMMARY OF ENHANCEMENT REQUESTS
FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027
DEPT DESCRIPTION REQUEST TYPE AMOUNT
CM PROPOSED
ENHANCEMENTS
NOT
RECOMMENDED
NOTES
DEPT REQ CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDATIONS
Public Works City Yard Trailer Stairs with ADA Compliant Deck and Ramp One-Time 25,000 25,000 - Materials Only - City Staff to build Recreation & Comm Services Replace ADA Lift at Las Palmas One-Time 85,000 85,000 - Current lift is 25 years old. Last time it broke it was down for about 7 months due to parts not being available for unit
SPECIAL FUND ENHANCEMENT TOTAL: $ 308,000 $ 231,000 $ 77,000 ALL FUND ENHANCEMENT TOTALS: $ 3,653,620 $ 371,600 $ 3,229,520 May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 19 of 350
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PRESENTATIONS -
ANNUAL RECOGNITIONS
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Proclamation
NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK
May 17 – 23, 2023
WHEREAS, Public Works services provided in our community are an integral and essential part of our citizens’ everyday lives; and the support of an understanding and informed citizenry is vital to the efficient operation of public works systems and programs such as water, sewers, streets and highways, public buildings, and solid waste collection;
WHEREAS, the health, safety, and comfort of this community greatly depend on these facilities and services; and the quality and effectiveness of these facilities, and services as well as their planning, design, and construction is vitally dependent upon the efforts and skill of public works officials; and WHEREAS, the efficiency of the qualified and dedicated personnel who staff public works departments is materially influenced by the people’s attitude and understanding of the importance of the work they perform.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE SAN FERNANDO
CITY COUNCIL DOES HEREBY PROCLAIM
the week of May 17 – 23, 2026, as NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK in the City of San Fernando, and calls upon all citizens and civic organizations to acquaint themselves with the issues involved in providing our public works and to recognize the contributions which public works officials make every day to our health, safety, comfort, and quality of life.
VICTORIA G ARCIA
V ICE M AYOR
M ARY SOLORIO
C OUNCILMEMBER
JOEL F AJARDO
M AYOR
M ARY M ENDO ZA
C OUNCILMEMBER
PATTY L OPEZ
C OUNCILMEMBER
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CITY OF SAN FERNANDO
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING – 2:30 P.M.
THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2026
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
117 MACNEIL STREET
SAN FERNANDO, CALIFORNIA 91340
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL – SPECIAL MEETING 2:30 P.M. (OPEN SESSION) Mayor Joel Fajardo called the regular meeting to order at 2:41 p.m.
Present: Council: Mayor Joel Fajardo and Councilmembers Mary Mendoza, Mary Solorio and Patty Loez
Staff: City Manager Kanika Kith, City Attorney Richard Padilla (Teleconference), 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: Vice Mayor Victoria Garcia
TELECONFERENCING REQUESTS/DISCLOSURE None
City Clerk Fritz read a statement into the record, provided by Vice Mayor Victoria Garcia as follows: These are very heavy issues that we must now grapple with. The issues affect us, but their effects also extend beyond us. I hope that our Council will invite and listen to community feedback on the next steps to take. End of statement.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by City Clerk Julia Fritz
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Mayor Fajardo, seconded by Councilmember Solorio to approve the agenda. The motion carried, unanimously.
PUBLIC STATEMENTS
Carmen Godinez commented on elder people and workers.
Mayor Fajardo requested staff to reach out to Ms. Godinez to obtain additional information.
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SAN FERNANDO CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES – Special Meeting March 19, 2026
Astrid Serrano spoke in opposition of the City celebrating Cesar Chavez Day.
Daniana Caro spoke in support of the City to rename all references within the city pertaining to Cesar Chavez.
Olivia Robledo stated she is part of the Cesar Chavez Commemorative Committee and reported that the committee has been dissolved and will be rebranded in the near future.
Ruben Rodriguez spoke on behalf of Pueblo Y Salud about the recent allegations towards Cesar E. Chavez and noted that the movement is not about Cesar E. Chavez himself but for the farmworkers and further suggested that the City follow recent changes made by the City of Los Angeles on the renaming the holiday to Farm Workers Day.
Ricardo Benitez spoke about positive accomplishments made by Cesar Chavez.
Beatrice McGeary spoke about all the positive work by different organizations towards the farm worker’s movement.
Yolanda Haro spoke about the allegations related to Cesar Chavez and asked that the city focus on the movement not on any one individual.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
1) DISCUSSION REGARDING CESAR E. CHAVEZ, NEWS AND RELATED MATTERS The City Council directed staff to:
1. Send a letter to the State Legislature urging elimination of Cesar E. Chavez Day as a state holiday and supporting the establishment of a Farmworkers Labor Movement Day on a different date than his birthday;
2. Send a letter to LAUSD supporting a name change for Cesar Chavez learning Academies;
3. Affirming the City’s withdrawal from participation in the Cesar Chavez March for Justice event;
4. Bring back at a later date the current MOU related to the Cesar Chavez Memorial site for further discussion;
5. Modify the City recognition of Cesar E. Chavez Day to potentially renaming the holiday as Farmworkers Labor Movement Day consistent with the City of Los Angeles;
6. Send a letter to Republic Services requesting the renaming of the Cesar E. Chavez scholarship program;
7. Delegate authority to finalize a draft statement incorporating values expressed during this meeting and to send a draft of the revised statement to the City Council by end of day.
Motion by Councilmember Lopez, seconded by Mayor Fajardo to direct staff to remove the Cesar E. Chavez statue and plaque from the memorial site. The motion carried, by the following vote:
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SAN FERNANDO CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES – Special Meeting March 19, 2026
ROLL CALL
AYES: Lopez, Solorio, Mendoza, Fajardo - 4
NAYES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Garcia - 1
The City Council directed staff to cover the mural and research the Pueblo Y Salud Memorandum of Understanding to ensure removing or altering the mural is not in violation of the agreement or with the muralist; to potentially re-do the mural and bring back to a future meeting for discussion.
The City Council directed staff to do a two-step approach with having staff return to Council with a presentation on all the streets named after an individual and receive direction at that time on which street names should be considered for further assessment on potentially renaming that street and to start with Maclay Street.
The City Council directed staff to bring back a resolution on the Consent Calendar, changing Cesar E. Chavez Day holiday to Farmworkers Day.
GENERAL CITY COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS AND LIAISON UPDATES Councilmember Solorio thanked the public for their comments and wanted to highlight Woman’s History Month.
Councilmember Lopez read a statement pertaining to protecting our woman and children.
Councilmember Mendoza expressed concerns with Councilmember Lopez taking accountability for missing a meeting.
Mayor Fajardo thanked everyone who came out today and mentioned he would research the Pueblo Y Salud Memorandum of Understanding to have a better understanding of the terms of the agreement.
ADJOURNMENT 4:12 p.m.
Motion by Fajardo, there being no objection the meeting was adjourned to the special meeting of March 23, 2026.
I do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and
correct copy of the minutes of the March 19, 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.SANFERNANDO.GOV 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: May 18, 2026
Subject: Consideration to Adopt a Resolution Approving the Warrant Register RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-052 (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. 26-052, including:
Exhibit A: Payment Demands/Voucher List
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ATTACHMENT “A”
RESOLUTION NO. 26-052
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. 26-052
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 18th day of May, 2026.
Joel Fajardo, Mayor of the City of San
Fernando, California
ATTEST:
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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RES. NO. 26-052
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. 26-052, 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 18th day of May, 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 _________, 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: May 18, 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 Title: Amend City Commission Ordinance April 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 May5, 2025
Title: Climate Action Resilience Plan (CARP) & General Plan Updates April 6, 2026 May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 57 of 350
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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
Title: Implementation of California Daylighting Law (AB 413) February 25, 2026 Title: Las Palmas HVAC Project March 2026
Title: School Zone Signage Safety Enhancement Initiative March 2026 Recreation & Community Services. Date Completed
Title: Afterschool Teen Program October 7, 2024
Title: Park Opportunity Plan October 7, 2024
Title: San Fernando 115 Birthday Celebration Discussion March 2026 May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 58 of 350
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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
May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 59 of 350
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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)
Staff will return to
Council with a
third-party funding
agreement related
to the rail crossing
safety
improvement
project once
Metro has
documentation
ready.
Phase 1 – 2031;
Phase 2 – TBD
Will Pettener
May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 60 of 350
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Actions
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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.
• 4-23-26: Metro’s
Board of Directors
approved design and
environmental
review for early
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Staff Project Lead
action safety
improvements at all
at-grade crossings in
the City and two
nearby crossings in
the City of LA. The
scope of work was
approved at a value
of $10,701,189.
3. CDBG Small Business
Assistance Grant
Program (SBAP)
Provides grants to
businesses/property
owners for storefront
improvements
(signage, paint, antigraffiti, landscaping,
etc.). Total funding:
$137,861.
• 3-5-25: Application
period was opened
to the public.
Application period
was extended to
April 20, 2026.
• 4-9-26: Staff hosted a
SBAP workshop
where 11 prospective
businesses attended
to learn more about
the application
process.
None June 2026 Will Pettener/Ron
Garcia
4. Partnership with
Asociación de
Jaliscienses Unidos en
Acción (AJUA)
Partnership with
AJUA to provide
services to the
immigrant
community.
• 9-3-25: Staff met
with AJUA
representatives to
discuss scope of
None Ongoing Cristina Moreno
May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 62 of 350
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Actions
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Completion
Date
Staff Project Lead
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.
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.
• 1-23-26: staff met
with Baker Tilly to
develop a roadmap
and determine next
steps for outreach.
• In February 2026,
Baker completed
phase 1 of their
engagement process
by interviewing City
A draft of the
Strategic Plan is
scheduled to
return to Council
for consideration
in May 2026.
May 18, 2026 Will Pettener
May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 63 of 350
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Actions
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Completion
Date
Staff Project Lead
Council, Department
Heads, and
facilitating a citywide
staff survey
• 3-3-26: Executive
Staff took part in a
workshop with Baker
Tilly
• 3-23-26: a City
Council Strategic Plan
workshop was held
at Las Palmas Park.
• On 4-6-26, a
community survey
was posted on the
City’s website.
• On 4-8-26 and 4-15-
26, Baker hosted
community
workshops for the
public to provide
feedback on the
process.
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Actions
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Council Action
Tentative
Completion
Date
Staff Project Lead
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,
Proclamations,
Certificates, official
acknowledgments)
honoring
contributions,
achievements, or
service to the
community.
• May 2025 – Council
adopted revised
Recognition Requests
Policy/Procedure
(replacing Awards
Program).
• 8-4-25: Council
directed staff to
return with revisions
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.
June 8, 2026 June 8, 2026 Julia Fritz
2. Quarterly Special City
Council Meeting
Celebration Event
Host Quarterly
Celebration Meetings
to acknowledge
• Pre-Planning for Next
Celebration Event
October 2026
Consideration on
next Council
Next Scheduled
Celebration
Event:
Julia Fritz
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Community
members, businesses
and organizations for
their contribution to
the community.
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
Events to February
and August.
approved SemiAnnual
Celebration
Meeting Date.
August 24, 2026
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
None at this time FY 2026–2027
(Ongoing)
Rigoberto Guerrero
May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 66 of 350
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Completion
Date
Staff Project Lead
• 7-28-25: 22
businesses
recognized
• 10 -27- 2025: 19
businesses
recognized
• February 2026: 55 to
be recognized
• 1-20-26: Walking
inspections will
resume
2. 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
• 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
June 30, 2026 Ron Garcia
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Date
Staff Project Lead
• Community
Workshop December
4, 2025
• Draft documents
expected Spring 2026
Public Works Department
1. Carlisle Green Alley
Reconstruction Project
Revitalizes alley with
200+ trees, bioswales,
permeable surfaces,
lighting, and
bike/pedestrian path.
• PSA with TreePeople
approved Sep 3, 2024
• PSA with Craftwater
approved Jan 6, 2025
• Tentative design/
construction timeline
set (2025–2026)
• Craftwater submitted
60% plans, staff is
currently reviewing
them.
• The City will hold
Fourth Community
Outreach to provide
status of project
design at Spring
Jamborree, Las
None at this time Dec 2026 Patsy Orozco
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Palmas Park, on April
4, 2026
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
• Phase I and Phase II
of project presented
at Parks, Wellness,
and Recreation
Meeting on 9/11/25
None at this time June 2027 Patsy Orozco /
Willdan
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• 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.
• On March 14, 2026,
the City held the first
Community Outreach
Workshop at Cindy
Montañez Natural
Park.
On May 18, 2026.
Kimley-Horn will
present project
concept to City
Council.
On May 30, 2026, the
City will hold the last
public outreach
event at Foodzilla.
None at this time June 2027 Patsy Orozco /
Willdan
6. San Fernando Mission
Trail Restoration Project
(Phase I–III)
Restores bike path
lighting with
LED/solar tech, smart
• Scope includes
assessment, design,
implementation, and
None at this time TBD Patsy Orozco /
Willdan
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controls, and
sustainability
features.
maintenance
planning
• Project pending
funding availability.
7. HSIP Traffic Signal
Modification Project
Upgrades signals at 9
intersections with
poles, pedestrian
heads, controllers,
signage, and striping.
• Project closeout
underway
Construction
acceptance – May
2026
May 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
– June 2026
May 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
Phase II . Signs
None at this time Phase I
complete March
2026
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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. Phase
II finished 4-1-2026.
New sign to be
ordered 4-1-2026.
Quotes were
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received for the
missing city street
signs. Will order signs
on 4/29/2026. Signs
were ordered. 75%
finished. 2/12/2026.
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 –
Spring 2026
Spring 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
Administrative
Guidelines will be
presented to
Council – May
2026
Spring 2026 Greg Steigerwald /
Dixon Resources
Unlimited
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November 3, 2025
12. City Facility Condition
Assessment Report
Comprehensive
evaluation of all Cityowned facilities to
assess deficiencies,
costs for
repairs/maintenance,
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.
• Project kick-off
meeting was held on
October 16, 2024.
• Waiting on site
facility assessment by
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
No Council action
required at this
time
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created. Waiting for
the final assessment
report. Report was
received and will be
evaluated with staff
to create a work
plan. 2-25-2026. Staff
is working on a
phased approach
implementation plan
4-1-2026. Interim
Director has created
a work plan with
options4/21/2026.
Assessment was
finished, waiting on
implementation
directive. 5/12/2026.
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
• Field-check sites
• Prepare cost
estimates
• Prepare project
specifications
• Identify conflicting
utilities
Award
construction
contract
(tentatively May
2026)
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Ave., 7th St., Harding
Ave.).
• Identify business
access impacts
• Complete project
specifications,
construction
quantities, and
advertise project for
construction.
14. 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
Approve Notice of
Completion
(tentatively June
2026)
June 2026 Rodrigo Mora
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hired to create the
wiring plans will
submit UL
specifications to the
fire department
again.
• Waiting for Fire
Department approval
1/21/2026. Waiting
for Fire Department
approval. 2-25-2026.
Same wait 4-1-2026.
Waiting on the fire
department and
plans from the
contractor.
4/28/2026. Plans
were approved by
the fire department,
waiting on our
building department
to approve.
5/12/2026.
15. Recreation Park
Bathroom Renovation
Renovation of existing
restrooms to create
safe, accessible,
sustainable facilities.
• Assessment &
planning underway
• Design criteria and
cost estimates in
To Be Determined To Be
Determined
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progress
Procurement of
contractors next
• Construction to be
phased
• Post-construction
inspection and
feedback planned.
TBD
• Scope of work and
funding TBD waiting
for funding and
approval 2-25-2026.
Same wait 4-1-2026.
• Same wait
4/28/2026. Same
5/12/2026.
16. 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 – April 2026
Fall 2026 Manuel Fabian /
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17. 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
No Council action
anticipated
Ongoing Rodrigo Mora
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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
monument signs
citywide. Staff Report
was created and
presented, waiting
for approval.2-25-
2026. Numerous
sidewalk repairs and
beautifications tasks
have been performed
4-1-2026. Ongoing,
will have an 8 week
report on a future
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meeting. 8 Week
update work plan
was submitted.
5/12/2026.
18. Sidewalk Condition
Assessment
Citywide assessment
and mitigation plan
for sidewalk hazards.
• Precision Concrete
Cutting awarded
contract
• Sidewalk cuts in Grid
F,G, and E are
complete.
• Contractor will begin
sidewalk cuts in Grid
D in April 2026.
No Council action
required
June 2026 Patsy Orozco
19. 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 /
Bonnie Tam
20. 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
Ongoing Bonnie Tam
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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.
Waiting on Ford to
build the new
vehicles 4-1-2026.
Waiting for the PO
change order for the
Quinn attachments
per Erica Melton.
5/12/2026.
21. 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
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22. 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
23. Recreation Park Field
Rehabilitation
Replacement of failed
sod installation.
• RFP for consultant
under development.
Award of contract
Summer 2026
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24. 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)
25. 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
No Council action
anticipated.
Spring 2026 Victor Meza, Alex
Mendez and
Manuel Fabian
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reduces diameter of
casing . Staff is
working with Civiltec
and Envirogen to
design treatment
plant
26. Well 2A Building
Expansion Project
Site improvements
and building upgrades
to house the
treatment process,
improve security, and
extend the useful life
of the facility.
• 9-2-25 - City Council
approval for design
drawing
• 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
Council approval
of Plans in Dec
2025; Council
approval for
construction in Jan
2026
March 2026
Staff is
requesting 2
year extension
from Granting
Agency due to
long lead times
on equipment
Dec 2026
estimated
completion
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Mendez and
Manuel Fabian
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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
expansion is being
requested through
LACity PW.
27. 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
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28. Graffiti Abatement
Program
Public Works
monitors and
Addressed as
reported. Graffiti
continues to be
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addresses as
situations arise.
addressed daily,
additionally
Community
Development, Police
and Public Works
have implemented a
joint team effort to
combat graffiti. Staff
continue addressing
graffiti and
conducting meetings
on how to improve
the process. 2-25-
2026. Ongoing, over
4000 SQFT has been
removed 4-1-2026.
29. 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 Bonnie Tam
30. Milkweed Project City Council has
requested the
installation of
additional Milkweed
• Staff will assess costs
to implement
Council’s request.
First Council
Meeting in January
2026 Public Works
Operations
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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.
• 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. Waiting on
direction. In addition,
a project is in the
planning stages for
the Cindy Montañez
Park project, where
additional milkweed
could be installed
4/1/2026).
Police Department
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
• Council approved
contract amendment
with BearCom on
Nov 18, 2024
• Cameras/
Access Control:
No further
action
Parking Lot
Security: Dec
2027
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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).
• 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
• Parking Lot
Security: 2024
UASI Subaward
Approved.
• Approve RFP
for parking lot
improvements
2. Police Officer Staffing
Update
City Council approved
$40,000 recurring
budget for Corporal
Program and $15,000
for recruitment
enhancements.
Supports succession
planning and filling
vacancies.
• 30 sworn positions
filled
• 1 in field training
• 4 applicants in
background process
• 1 Officer in the police
academy and
another Officer
awaiting the start of
Module I of the
academy.
• 2nd commander
promoted.
• No additional
Council action
required
Ongoing CJ Chiasson
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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.
• Weekly project
meetings underway.
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.
Art Ziyalov
2. Update on City’s
OPEB/Pension Liabilities
The City provides fulltime employees with
CalPERS pension
benefits and OPEB for
• Staff coordinating
with actuarial
consultant (Foster &
Foster).
OPEB presentation
to Council
scheduled
following Mid-Year
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certain retirees.
Council requested
informational
presentation on OPEB
actuarial report and
investments from the
City’s financial
advisor.
• 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.
Budget Review
(May 2026).
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
alternative to current
Independent Cities
Risk Management
(ICRMA) for any cost
savings.
• Initial contact sent to
California JPIA in
November 2025 for
new public agency
partner criteria, but
no response
received.
• Additional inquiry
sent in Dec. 2025.
• On January 13, 2026,
CJPIA responded to
the City’s inquiry and
• Update to be
provided to
City Council for
analysis and
review
timeline in
May 2026 –
with staff
recommendati
on to provide
withdrawal
notice to
June 2026 Sergio Ibarra
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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
Representative to
review their Risk
Management
Programs. CJPIA
provided additional
information
regarding their ideal
risk management
ICRMA and
that City will
be conducting
an evaluation
of alternative
Risk Pool
Insurance
Coverage.
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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.
• Staff followed up
with CJPIA regarding
next steps for
membership
evaluation.
• Staff will be
partnering with
Alliant Broker
Services to review
various options for
the City Risk
Management Pool
Insurance needs.
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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
June 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
Will be part of
the FY 26-27
Budget
Presentation
Julio C Salcedo
May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 92 of 350
Receive and File Status Updates for City Projects and City Council Priorities
Project Title Description Status / Completed
Actions
Next City
Council Action
Tentative
Completion
Date
Staff Project Lead
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 July
2026
June 2026 Julio C Salcedo
May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 93 of 350
Receive and File Status Updates for City Projects and City Council Priorities
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
May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 94 of 350
25-Jun 25-Jul 25-Aug 25-Sep 25-Oct 25-Nov 25-Dec 26-Jan 26-Feb 26-Mar 26-Apr 26-May Total
Building Code Violation 5 17 9 4 7 7 4 8 6 3 12 7 89
Homelessness Outreach 4 18 13 9 11 9 19 20 35 11 25 24 198 Property Maintenance 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total - Community Development 9 35 22 13 18 16 23 28 41 14 37 31 287 Abandoned Vehicle 4 13 19 9 9 4 10 8 4 6 16 4 106
Illegal Fireworks 6 26 0 3 1 3 1 1 0 0 0 0 41
Total - Police 10 39 19 12 10 7 11 9 4 6 16 4 147
Bus Stop/Shelter Maintenance 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2
City Trees 6 7 6 50 9 7 4 4 4 6 14 8 125
Graffiti and Sign Posting on P 51 56 56 56 50 32 79 58 82 102 103 23 748 Graffiti on Private Property 29 57 20 19 14 4 37 8 21 15 64 23 311 Illegal Dumping and Litter 56 94 122 63 50 56 87 67 44 59 53 32 783 Park Maintenance 7 3 1 1 5 3 7 1 0 3 3 5 39
Sidewalk Repair 9 7 9 8 1 6 9 4 6 6 10 4 79
Storm Drain and Flooding 0 1 1 0 1 0 3 0 0 1 2 0 9
Street Lighting 8 20 16 8 12 15 30 36 20 20 19 5 209
Street Repair 5 15 6 6 1 5 12 17 12 10 8 5 102
Street Signage 4 6 4 6 7 3 14 5 8 55 55 13 180
Traffic Signal 4 4 12 13 9 5 7 9 6 10 9 3 91
Total - Public Works 179 272 253 230 159 136 289 209 203 287 340 121 2678 Total All Topics 198 346 294 255 187 159 323 246 248 307 393 156 3112 Police
Public Works
All Topics
One Year Analysis of Opened Requests
Ending May 2026
Community Development
ATTACHMENT "A"
May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 95 of 350
May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 96 of 350
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 250,000 154,918 95,082 - 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 36,548 1 12 In Progress City Mobile App - Virtual San Fernando 148,101 95,886 52,215 - 13 Complete Feasibility Study - New City Park Space 49,592 49,592 - - 14 In Progress Sidewalk Repairs 1,016,991 797,668 219,323 (0) 15 In Progress First Time Home Buyer & Rehab Loan Program Revolv 50,000 31,128 18,872 - 21 Complete Bus Shelter Project 114,939 114,491 448 -
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 $ 5,188,667 $ 629,672 $ 1
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.
Variances will be presented for additional discussion during the 2026-2027 budget development review process.
May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 97 of 350
ATTACHMENT "C"
Contract
No.
Effective
Date
Expiration
Date
Company name
Description of Services
Contract
Amount
Dept.
2236 4/2/2024 5/31/2026 Rincon Consultants, Inc. Climate Action and Resilience Plan (CARP) - Phase 2 and CEQA Review $351,598.00 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 CLK
2371 6/18/2025 6/18/2026 Boyz in the Kitchen On-site Catering for Las Palmas Senior Club $24,900.00 RCS
2171 6/23/2023 6/23/2026 GOGov, Inc. Citizen Request Management (CRM) $10,080.00 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 ADM
2057(b) 6/9/2023 6/30/2026 Joe Mar Polygraph &
Investigation Services, Inc.
Second Amendment for Polygraph
Services $2,500.00 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
- PW
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
PW
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 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
PD
2240 7/1/2024 6/30/2026 NetXperts, LLC Information Technology (IT) Managed Services
$149,700/yr w/ 3%
annual escalator 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 CD
2053(a) 10/23/2024 6/30/2026 Prudential Overall Supply First Amendment for Uniform supply for Public Works (Extending Term) $17,000.00 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 CD
May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 98 of 350
ADM_City Council Enhancement Project and Priority Updates (5-18-2026) ATT C As of 01/23/2024 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 RCS
2153(b) 4/10/2025 6/30/2026 JL Group, LLC Second Amendment for Investigation Services $90,000.00 PD
2221(a) 4/30/2025 6/30/2026 Community Bridge Housing Corp. Frist Amendment for Temporary Housing Services $25,000.00 CD
2365 6/2/2025 6/30/2026 Plansman Inc Design Services for the Downtown Trash Enclosure Renovation Project $60,000.00 PW
2366(a) 6/10/2025 6/30/2026 Norman A. Traub and Associates First Amendment for Workplace Investigation Services $30,820.00 PD
2368 6/26/2025 6/30/2026 Canon Usa Laserfiche Software implementation and 12 month subscription $23,500.00 CLK
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 PD
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 PD
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 RCS
2407 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Liebert Cassidy Whitmore Consortium for Special Services $4,525.00 HR 2415 8/8/2025 6/30/2026 Strategic Leadership Consultants SFPD Organizational Assessment $24,999.00 PD 2423 9/2/2025 6/30/2026 State of California - Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control Alcohol Policing Partnership Grant Funds $75,000.00 PD 2426 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Able Mailing Mailing & Fulfillment Services $5,000.00 AS 2328(a) 9/2/2025 6/30/2026 The Language Pros First Amendment for Language Services up to $40,000/FY CLK 2428 9/15/2025 6/30/2026 Civiltec Engineering, Inc. Water Master Plan Development Services $208,155.00 PW 2429 9/2/2025 6/30/2026 Interwest a SAFEbuilt Company On-Call Public Works Services $25,000.00 PW
May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 99 of 350
ADM_City Council Enhancement Project and Priority Updates (5-18-2026) ATT C As of 01/23/2024 2430 8/11/2025 6/30/2026 Gracie Global, LLC Jiu Jitsu Arrest and Control Instructor Training $9,000.00 PD
2438 7/10/2025 6/30/2026 RTB Bus line Transportation for Day Camp Field Trips $8,000.00 RCS 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 PW
2455 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Joanne Fajardo Zumba Gold Classes $60/class & $60/event RCS
2456 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Cynthia De Leon Mixed Line Dance Class 70% of registration
fee and/or
$30/event
RCS
2457 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Angela Ahmu Zumba Gold Classes (Substitute) Classes $35/class RCS 2458 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Bridget Laine Talley Yoga Class (Chair) Classes 70% of registration
fee and/or
$50/event
RCS
2459 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Joanne Fajardo Chair Zumba Gold Classes 70% of registration
fee and/or
$60/event
RCS
2460 7/1/2025 6/30/2026 Angela Ahmu Stretching & Strengthening 70% of registration
fee and/or
$45/event
RCS
2461 12/1/2025 6/30/2026 Baker Tilly Strategic Plan Consulting Services $63,000.00 CMO 2464 8/1/2025 6/30/2026 GEC Events Special Event Production and Support Services $5,100.00 RCS
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 HR
2425(b) 5/5/2026 6/30/2026 The Hiller Companies Annual Fire Inspection and Testing $7,000.00 PW 2453 12/1/2025 7/1/2026 SA Associates Preparation of 2025 Urban Water Management Plan $45,000.00 PW
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 AS
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ADM_City Council Enhancement Project and Priority Updates (5-18-2026) ATT C As of 01/23/2024 2220 1/3/2024 7/3/2026 KnowBe4 KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training Subscription and Software $13,588.40 FIN
2502 3/17/2026 7/4/2026 Electric Sky Drone Shows, LLC 2026 Independence Day Drone Show $42,500.00 RCS 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
- PD
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 PW
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 PW
2253 7/28/2021 7/28/2026 Bartel Associates Actuarial Services $24,500.00 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 FIN
2268 7/15/2024 7/31/2026 Dixon Resources Unlimited Resdential Parking Program Implementation Services $84,735.00 PW
2396(a) 8/1/2025 7/31/2026 Veoci Amendment No. 1 for EOC Communication & Operations $5,701.00 PD
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 RCS
2413 8/4/2025 8/4/2026 My Valley Pass City Marketing Campaign $25,000.00 CMO 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 PW
2507 5/5/2026 8/5/2026 Clean Energy Assessment of Repairs at CNG Station $12,000.00 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 CMO
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ADM_City Council Enhancement Project and Priority Updates (5-18-2026) ATT C As of 01/23/2024 1997 9/20/2021 9/30/2026 Utility Systems Science and
Software, Inc.
Professional Services Agreement for
Sewer Overflow Monitoring Services $46,200.00 PW
2433 10/6/2025 9/30/2026 California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS)
Selective Traffic Enforcement Program
(STEP) Grant funds $60,000.00 PD
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 RCS
2434 10/6/2025 10/6/2026 Asociación de Jaliscienses
Unidos en Acción (AJUA) Provide Mexican Consular Services $0.00 CMO 2476 4/6/2026 10/6/2026 Ignite the Light of Hope
Foundation Food Distributions $0.00 CMO
2206 10/16/2023 10/16/2026 Paymentus Corporation Master Services Agreement for electronic/ online Payment Services Transaction Fee FIN
2206(a) 9/19/2024 10/16/2026 Paymentus Corporation
Amendment No. 1 to Master Services
Agreement for electronic/ online Payment
Services (Increasing scope of work)
Transaction Fee FIN
2302(a) 10/7/2025 10/18/2026 I Ramirez Corp
First Amendment to On-Call Street and
Sidewalk Repair Services for Water
Division
$4,800 no more
than $24,999/yr PW
2299(a) 11/17/2025 10/21/2026 North Valley Caring Services First Amendment to Provide Comprehensive Homeless Services $279.80 CMO
2300(b) 11/17/2025 10/21/2026 Home Again LA
Second Amendment to Provide
Comprehensive Homeless Services and
Financial Assistance Program
$298,184.00 CMO
2122 10/23/2022 10/23/2026 BKK Working Group
Second Tolling Agreement - Successor
Agreement to 2019 Agreement that tolled
any Applicable Statute of Limitations
governing Claims that could Assert against
City or vice versa
- ADM
2301 10/7/2024 10/31/2026 Acorn Technology Services Provide Information Technology Managed Services
Initial: $428,200
1st ext: $260,405
2nd Ext: $278, 102
3rd Ext: $268,971
FIN
2301(a) 10/6/2025 10/31/2026 Acorn Technology Services
First Amendment to Provide Information
Technology Managed Services (Expanding
Scope of Work to Include M365 Migration)
Initial: $428,200
1st ext: $260,405
2nd Ext: $278, 102
3rd Ext: $268,971
FIN
May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 102 of 350
ADM_City Council Enhancement Project and Priority Updates (5-18-2026) ATT C As of 01/23/2024 2448 11/1/2025 11/1/2026 CoStar License for Real Estate Data Website $500.00 CD 2494 3/18/2026 11/9/2026
Los Angeles County RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk
(Elections)
Vote Center Facility Use Agreement for
Recreation Park, Multi-Purpose Room for
June 2, 2026 Election
$0.00 CLK
2495 3/18/2026 11/9/2026
Los Angeles County RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk
(Elections)
Vote Center Election Plan for Recreation
Mark, Multi-Purpose Room for June 2,
2026 Election
$0.00 CLK
2496 3/18/2026 11/9/2026
Los Angeles County RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk
(Elections)
Vote Center Facility Use Agreement for
Las Palmas Park, Arts and Crafts Room
for June 2, 2026 Election
$0.00 CLK
2497 3/18/2026 11/9/2026
Los Angeles County RegistrarRecorder/County Clerk
(Elections)
Vote Center Election Plan for Las Palmas
Park, Arts and Crafts Room for June 2,
2026 Election
$0.00 CLK
2038(a) 11/19/2024 11/19/2026 Michael Baker International First Amendment for CDBG Program
Implementation and Administration
Services (Utilizing (2) one-yr extensions
$60,895.00 ED
2214 11/28/2023 11/30/2026 Susan Saxe-Clifford and
Associates
Psychological and Fitness for Duty
Evaluations for Police Officer applicants,
current staff, and Concealed Carry
Weapon (CCW) license evaluations for
CCW applicants.
$35,000.00 PD
May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 103 of 350
ATTACHMENT “D”
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: April 20, 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)
7. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA) - El Centro de Amistad Zero Suicide Grant (4/11)
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AGENDA REPORT
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1222 WWW.SANFERNANDO.GOV REVIEW: ☒ City Clerk ☒ Director of Admin Services ☒ City Manager To: Mayor Joel Fajardo and Councilmembers
From: Kanika Kith, City Manager
By: Bonnie Tam, Director of Public Works
Patsy Orozco, Civil Engineering Assistant II
Date: May 18, 2026
Subject: Consideration to Adopt Resolutions Approving the Engineer’s Report, and Declaring the City’s Intention to Order the Annual Assessments and Setting a Public Hearing to Consider the Levy of Assessments for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 8451 (Attachment “A”) approving the Engineer’s Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-2027 Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District (LLAD); and b. Adopt Resolution No. 8452 (Attachment “B”) declaring the City Council’s intention to order the annual assessments for FY 2026-2027 LLAD; and setting the date for the Public Hearing to consider the levy of assessments at the June 15, 2026 City Council regular meeting.
BACKGROUND:
1. In FY 1981-1982, the City Council established a citywide Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District (LLAD) pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 of Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code, to cover street lighting maintenance and operational costs. The LLAD is comprised of 5,178 parcels (incorporated in Section 7 of the Engineer’s Report – Exhibit “A” to Attachment “A”) and the assessment, based on benefit, has been levied each year since that time.
2. In April 1995, the City Council approved continuing use of the current assessment methodology with the exception of those assessments for single-family corner lots, which would be based on front footage only (side yards not included). The change in assessing corner lots began in FY 1995-1996 and has continued throughout the present year.
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Consideration to Adopt Resolutions Approving the Engineer’s Report, and Declaring the City’s Intention to Order the Annual Assessments and Setting a Public Hearing to Consider the Levy of Assessments for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District
3. In FY 2002-2003, the City conducted property owner protest ballot proceedings for a proposed assessment increase. The proposed increase was not approved.
4. In FY 2003-2004, the City again submitted a proposed assessment increase to the property owners based on the District’s estimated expenses and revenues. The property owners approved the proposed assessment increase and established new maximum assessment rates for the various land use classifications within the District, which are in place today.
5. On February 17, 2026, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 8436 to initiate proceedings and order the preparation of the Engineer’s Report for the FY 2026-2027 levy of annual assessments for the City’s street lighting. Assessments under the LLAD are to be used for street lighting operation and maintenance purposes only.
ANALYSIS:
A LLAD is a designated geographical area where property owners are required to pay a special assessment for the installation, operation, maintenance, and improvement of outdoor lighting within that area. The purpose of an LLAD is to improve the aesthetic appeal, safety, and security of the neighborhoods through the use of well-designed and maintained outdoor lighting.
Property owners within the district typically vote to establish the district and agree to pay the assessment fees. The assessment fees are usually based on each property's proportionate share of the overall cost of the lighting system. The City’s LLAD has been in effect since FY 1981-1982, under the 1972 Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District Act.
LLADs require the annual Engineer’s report to provide an estimate of the costs for maintaining the lighting improvements, as well as a diagram showing the exterior boundaries of the assessment district. These costs consider operating, personnel, and incidental expenses.
Assessments are calculated for each property based on the length of frontage for District-wide benefits (safety lighting at street intersections) and Local Lighting benefits (street lights and alley lights) using the maximum assessment rates approved in 2003. In addition to approving the Engineer’s report, the City Council sets a public hearing each year, typically in June or July, to receive any public comments and consider the levy of assessments before the rolls are submitted to the County of Los Angeles in August.
Per the Engineer’s Report (Exhibit “A” of Attachment “A”), the assessments collected this year will be enough to cover the operations and maintenance costs. For FY 2026-2027, staff estimates the proposed total levy assessment amount to be $330,787. The total operations and maintenance costs for FY 2026-2027 calculated through the Engineer’s Report is estimated at $330,787.
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Consideration to Adopt Resolutions Approving the Engineer’s Report, and Declaring the City’s Intention to Order the Annual Assessments and Setting a Public Hearing to Consider the Levy of Assessments for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District
The Engineer’s Report prepared by Willdan Financial Services for FY 2026-2027 is acceptable to City staff, therefore City staff recommends that the City Council approve the Engineer’s Report and set the date for the Public Hearing on June 15, 2026, to consider the levy of assessments.
The Engineer’s Report and the Summary Listings are on file with the City Clerk and Engineering.
BUDGET IMPACT:
The $6,180 cost to prepare the LLAD Engineer’s Report has been appropriated within the FY 2026-2027 Proposed Budget under Fund 027 - Street Lighting Fund. Pursuant to the Engineer’s Report, revenue raised through the LLAD will be sufficient to cover operations and maintenance costs. Therefore, no subsidy is required for FY 2026-2027.
CONCLUSION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the Engineer’s Report for FY 2026-2027 LLAD; declaring the City Council’s intention to order the annual assessments for FY 2026-2027 LLAD; and set the date for the Public Hearing to consider the levy of assessments at the June 15, 2026 City Council Regular Meeting.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Resolution No. 8451, including:
Exhibit “A”: 2026/2027 Engineer’s Annual Levy Report
B. Resolution No. 8452
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ATTACHMENT “A”
RESOLUTION NO. 8451
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ENGINEER’S REPORT FOR CERTAIN STREET
LIGHTING MAINTENANCE IN THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of Division 15, Part 2, of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, being known as the “Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972,” the City Council, by previous Resolution, ordered the preparation of an Engineer’s Report (“Report”) including an engineer’s cost estimate, assessment diagram, assessment roll, and plans and specifications relating to the CITY OF SAN FERNANDO LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT (hereinafter referred to as the “DISTRICT”); and WHEREAS, there now has been presented to the City Council the Report as required by Division 15, Part 2 of the Streets and Highways Code and as previously directed by Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has now carefully examined and reviewed the Report as presented, and is satisfied with each and all of the items and documents as set forth therein and is satisfied that the assessments, on a basis, have been spread in accordance with the benefits received from the maintenance to be performed as set forth in said Report.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, FIND, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That the above recitals are all true and correct.
SECTION 2. The Report as presented includes the following:
a. Plans and Specifications
b. Engineer’s Cost Estimate
c. Assessment Roll
d. Assessment Diagram (District Boundary)
SECTION 3. That the Report (Exhibit “A”) is approved as filed and is ordered to be filed in the Office of City Clerk as a permanent record and to remain open for public inspection.
SECTION 4. That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and the minutes of this meeting shall so reflect the presentation of the Engineer’s Report.
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RES. NO. 8451
2 PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED THIS 18th day of May, 2026.
Joel Fajardo, Mayor of the City of San
Fernando, California
ATTEST:
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Richard Padilla, City Attorney
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RES. NO. 8451
3 CERTIFICATION
I, City Clerk of the City of San Fernando, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true, and correct copy of Resolution No. 8451 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 18th day of May, 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 __________, 2026.
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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LLDFBEN
City of San Fernando
Landscaping and Lighting
Assessment District
2026/2027 ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT
Intent Meeting: May 18, 2026
Public Hearing: June 15, 2026
27368 Via Industria
Suite 200
Temecula, CA 92590
T 951.587.3500 | 800.755.6864
F 951.587.3510
www.willdan.com
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AFFIDAVIT FOR THE ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT
City of San Fernando
Los Angeles County, State of California
Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District
This Report and the information contained herein reflect the proposed budget for each of the various services provided by the San Fernando Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District and the assessments applicable to those services as they existed at the time of the passage of the Resolution of Intention. Reference is hereby made to the Los Angeles County Assessor’s maps for a detailed description of the lines and dimensions of parcels within the District.
The undersigned respectfully submits the enclosed Report as directed by the City Council of the City of San Fernando.
Dated this ____________ day of ______________, 2026.
Willdan Financial Services
Assessment Engineer
By: ________________________________
Chonney Gano
Project Manager
District Administration Services
By: ________________________________
Tyrone Peter
P.E. # C 81888
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1. AUTHORITY FOR REPORT 1
SECTION 2. DISTRICT BOUNDARIES 3
SECTION 3. PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS 3
A. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS 4
SECTION 4. METHOD OF ASSESSMENT 4
A. PROPOSITION 218 BENEFIT ANALYSIS 4
B. STREET LIGHTING BENEFITS 5
C. METHODOLOGY 5
D. MAXIMUM ASSESSMENT RATES 8
SECTION 5. CITY ENGINEER’S COST ESTIMATE 9
SECTION 6. ASSESSMENT ROLL 9
SECTION 7. ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM 11
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2026/2027 City of San Fernando - Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District Page 1 SECTION 1. AUTHORITY FOR REPORT
This Engineer’s Report (the “Report”) for the San Fernando Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District (the “District”) is prepared pursuant to a resolution of the City Council of the City of San Fernando (the “City”) and in compliance with the requirements of Article 4, Chapter 1, (commencing with Section 22565) of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 of Division 15 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California.
Section 22573 of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 requires assessments to be levied according to benefit rather than according to assessed value. The section states:
“The net amount to be assessed upon lands within an assessment district may be apportioned by any formula or method which fairly distributes the net amount among all assessable lots or parcels in proportion to the estimated benefits to be received by each such lot or parcel from the improvements.
The determination of whether or not a lot or parcel will benefit from the improvements shall be made pursuant to the Improvement Act of 1911 (Division 7 (commencing with Section 5000) of the Streets and Highways Code, State of California).” Exemption from Article XIIID of the California Constitution As a result of the passage of Proposition 218 by voters on November 5, 1996, Article XIIIC and Article XIIID (the “Article XIIID”) were added to the California Constitution. Article XIIID specifically addressed both the substantive and procedural requirements to be followed for assessments. The new procedural and approval process for assessments outlined in this article apply to all assessment districts, with the exception of those existing assessments that met one or more of the following criteria: 1) a district that received prior voter approval, 2) a district originated with a petition signed by 100 percent of the property owners in the district, or 3) a district complying with the requirements set forth in Section 5(a) of Article XIIID that states:
...assessments existing on the effective date of this Article shall be exempt from the procedures and approval process set forth in Section 4 [if they were] imposed exclusively to finance the capital costs or maintenance and operation expenses for sidewalks, streets, sewers, water, flood control, drainage systems or vector control.
Street Improvement as defined herein is based on the definitions provided by the Office of the Controller for the State of California in the Guidelines Relating to Gas Tax Expenditures published by the Division of Local Government Fiscal Affairs. The state's gas tax program is administered by local agencies but audited by the Office of the State Controller. The proceeds of the gas tax are statutorily limited to expenditures for streets and roads. Because the funds are restricted to street and road costs, the State Controller developed the “Street Purpose Definitions and Guidelines” based on the Manual of Uniform Highway Accounting and Financial Management Procedures developed by the American Association of State Highway Officials. Street improvement, as it relates to this District, is defined as the construction, operation, or maintenance of facilities within the right of way used for street or road purposes including but not limited to the following:
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2026/2027 City of San Fernando - Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District Page 2 Installation or expansion of the street lighting system including replacement of old equipment with superior equipment, installation of traffic signals at intersections and railroad crossings, replacement of equipment as required for relocations for street purposes, and purchase and installation of traffic signal control equipment. Servicing lighting systems and street or road traffic control devices including, repainting and repairing traffic signals and lighting standards; and furnishing of power for street and road lighting and traffic control devices.
Incidental expenses associated with the improvements including, but not limited to:
The cost of preparation of the report, including plans, specifications, estimates, diagram, and assessment;
The costs of printing, advertising, and the publishing, posting and mailing of notices; Compensation payable to the Los Angeles County (the “County”) for collection of assessments;
Compensation of any engineer or attorney employed to render services; Any other expenses incidental to the construction, installation, or maintenance and servicing of the improvements;
Any expenses incidental to the issuance of bonds or notes pursuant to Section 22662.5. Costs associated with any elections held for the approval of a new or increased assessment.
Therefore, the City determined that the District assessments (assessment rates) approved and levied prior to the passage of Proposition 218 for Street Improvements (Fiscal Year 1996/1997) as defined above were exempt from the Article XIIID procedural and approval process; however, any proposed increase to the assessments would be subject to both the substantive and procedural requirements outlined in Article XIIID.
In Fiscal Year 2002/2003 the City conducted property owner protest ballot proceedings for an assessment increase. At the conclusion of the Public Hearing for the District and proposed assessment increase, returned ballots were tabulated and it was determined that majority protest existed, and the proposed assessment increase was not imposed. Therefore, the previously approved maximum assessment rate was applied and the District was levied in accordance with the Method of Apportionment.
Based on the District’s estimated expenses and revenues for Fiscal Year 2003/2004, the City once again submitted a proposed assessment increase to the property owners within the District and initiated and conducted property owner protest ballot proceedings in compliance with the substantive and procedural requirements of Article XIIID. At the conclusion of the Public Hearing scheduled July 7, 2003, all property owner protest ballots returned were tabulated to determine if majority protest existed. As a majority protest did not exist, the proposed special benefit assessment increase was approved and adopted by the City Council for Fiscal Year 2003/2004.
The proposed assessment presented to the property owners established new maximum assessment rates for the various land use classifications within the District.
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2026/2027 City of San Fernando - Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District Page 3 The actual assessment rates adopted in any fiscal year may be less than or equal to these maximum assessment rates without additional balloting. Any proposed assessment that exceeds the maximum assessment rates will require additional property owner ballot proceedings for the incremental assessment increase. The method of apportioning special benefits and the maximum assessment rates are discussed in more detail in the Method of Assessment section of this Report.
SECTION 2. DISTRICT BOUNDARIES
The boundary of the District is coterminous with the City limits of the City of San Fernando and is shown on the Assessment Diagram (in Section 7 of this Report) and incorporated herein by reference. The boundaries of the Zones within the District are the boundaries shown on the official zoning map of the City of San Fernando, on file in the office of the City Clerk and incorporated herein by reference. All parcels of real property included within the District are described in more detail on maps on file in the Los Angeles County Assessor’s office.
SECTION 3. PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
The improvements for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 may be generally described as the continued maintenance and operation of streets and sidewalks within the District, including the maintenance and servicing of public lighting facilities and appurtenant facilities that are located in and along such streets and sidewalks. The improvements do not include the maintenance or servicing of public lighting facilities that are not located in and along streets and sidewalks within the District.
The District improvement plans and specifications showing and describing the existing improvements have been prepared and filed with the City Clerk. The plans and specifications are identified as “Plans and Specifications No. L-2000” and are available for public inspection. These Street Lighting Plans consist of the Southern California Edison Company maps showing the general nature, location, and extent of existing and proposed street lights in the District which are owned and maintained by the Edison Company, as well as City as-built construction plans showing the general nature, location, and extent of existing street lights which are owned and maintained by the City. The plans and specifications and documents so described are by reference made part of this Report and incorporated herein.
In addition to the improvements referenced above, additional streetlight facilities and improvements were added in Fiscal Year 2004/2005 utilizing District funds designated for Capital Improvement Projects. The additional improvements included the expenses associated with the underground improvements for various streetlight facilities within the District. The specific location and extent of these new improvements are on file in the Office of the City Engineer and by reference are made part of this Report.
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2026/2027 City of San Fernando - Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District Page 4 A. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
For Fiscal Year 2026/2027, below are the Capital Improvement Projects for the Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District.
Project Description Estimated Costs
LED Fixture
Lighting LED Fixture Lighting Replacements $25,000
Total $25,000
SECTION 4. METHOD OF ASSESSMENT
A. PROPOSITION 218 BENEFIT ANALYSIS
In conjunction with the provisions of the 1972 Act, the California Constitution Article XIIID addresses several key criteria for the levy of assessments, notably:
Article XIIID Section 2(d) defines District as follows:
“District means an area determined by an agency to contain all parcels which will receive a special benefit from a proposed public improvement or property-related service”; Article XIIID Section 2(i) defines Special Benefit as follows:
“Special Benefit” means a particular and distinct benefit over and above general benefits conferred on real property located in the district or to the public at large. General enhancement of property value does not constitute “Special Benefit.” Article XIIID Section 4(a) defines proportional special benefit assessments as follows:
“An agency which proposes to levy an assessment shall identify all parcels which will have a special benefit conferred upon them and upon which an assessment will be imposed.
The proportionate special benefit derived by each identified parcel shall be determined in relationship to the entirety of the capital cost of a public improvement, the maintenance and operation expenses of a public improvement, or the cost of the property related service being provided. No assessment shall be imposed on any parcel which exceeds the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on that parcel.” This District was formed to establish and provide for the improvements that enhance the presentation of the surrounding properties and developments. These improvements will directly benefit the parcels to be assessed within the District. The assessments and method of apportionment is based on the premise that the assessments will be used to construct and install landscape and lighting improvements within the existing District as well as provide for the annual maintenance of those improvements, and the assessment revenues generated by District will be used solely for such purposes.
The costs of the proposed improvements have been identified and allocated to properties within the District based on special benefit. The improvements to be provided by this District and for which properties will be assessed have been identified as an essential component and local RES. NO. 8451
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2026/2027 City of San Fernando - Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District Page 5 amenity that provides a direct reflection and extension of the properties within the District which the property owners and residents have expressed a high level of support.
The method of apportionment (method of assessment) set forth in the Report is based on the premise that each assessed property receives special benefits from the landscape and lighting improvements within the District, and the assessment obligation for each parcel reflects that parcel’s proportional special benefits as compared to other properties that receive special benefits.
To identify and determine the proportional special benefit to each parcel within the District, it is necessary to consider the entire scope of the improvements provided as well as the properties that benefit from those improvements. The improvements and the associated costs described in this Report, have been carefully reviewed and have been identified and allocated based on a benefit rationale and calculations that proportionally allocate the net cost of only those improvements determined to be of special benefit to properties within the District. The various public improvements and the associated costs have been identified as either “general benefit” (not assessed) or “special benefit”.
B. STREET LIGHTING BENEFITS
The special benefits derived from the maintenance and servicing of street lighting are the convenience, safety, and security of property, improvements, and goods. Specifically:
1. Improves ingress and egress to property.
2. Enhances nighttime commercial, business, and residential living environment through improved visibility and related safety.
3. Increased nighttime safety on roads and highways and improved ability of pedestrians and motorists to see.
4. Enhanced deterrence of crime and the aid to police protection.
5. Deters nighttime vandalism and other criminal acts and damage to improvements or property.
6. Improved traffic circulation and reduced nighttime accidents and personal property loss.
7. Enhances desirability of properties through association with District improvements.
C. METHODOLOGY
The method of assessment separates costs into two categories:
1. District-wide Lighting - Street Intersection Safety Lights
2. Local Lighting - Street Lights and Alley Lights
District-wide Lighting (Street Intersection Safety Lights) District-wide Lighting represents the special benefit received from each and every parcel within the District from street intersection safety lights. The cost of such improvements is apportioned at a uniform rate per assessable front foot established for each assessable lot or parcel within the RES. NO. 8451
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2026/2027 City of San Fernando - Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District Page 6 District. Corner single-family residential lots are assessed for street address footage only; side yard frontage is not assessed.
Local Lighting (Street Lights and Alley Lights)
Local Lighting represents the special benefit received from the servicing and maintenance of street and alley lights in close proximity to the assessed parcels. The total cost for Local Lighting is determined by estimating the total amount to be assessed for all street lighting costs and deducting the cost specifically identified as street intersection safety lights.
Local Lighting is further separated into the following Zones for both street and alley lights categories:
Residential
Industrial
Commercial
Each Zone is defined by the zoning map established by the City Planning Commission the year the Engineer’s Report is prepared and approved by the City Council, as shown on the official City records. Separation into Zones recognizes differences in estimated special benefit from lighting received by properties within residential, industrial, and commercial areas.
Because non-residential properties are often vacant and unattended during late night hours they are generally more susceptible to vandalism and crime than residential properties. In addition, convenient ingress and egress is more critical to non-residential properties, especially commercial properties, since a larger number of vehicles generally use such properties, and since the convenience of ingress and egress is a significant factor in attracting clients, customers, and employees. For these reasons, non-residential properties derive a greater benefit from street lighting than residential properties.
In addition to the benefit rational described above, the benefit various properties receive from street lighting are directly related to the level of illumination. Nationally, industry standards recommend increasing the intensity of street light illumination from the minimum level specified for local residential streets, to higher levels specified for commercial and arterial streets (Reference: American National Standard Practice for Roadway Lighting, RP-8, page 11, Table J, Recommendation for Average Maintained Horizontal Illumination). Therefore, properties zoned for non-residential use are assessed at a higher rate than properties zoned for residential use because the intensity of street lighting associated with non-residential properties is greater.
Local Lighting cost for street lighting was apportioned per front foot against all “benefited” lots or parcels within each particular Zone. “Benefited” lots or parcels were determined to be those where there is existing lighting on the street fronting the lot or parcel. No assessment for Local Lighting has been apportioned to properties where there are no lights or where existing lights are too distant to provide special benefit to those properties.
Based on recommended illumination levels and recognizing variations in existing lighting, the Local Lighting costs have been apportioned according to the following ratios:
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2026/2027 City of San Fernando - Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District Page 7 Benefit ratios for street lighting:
Parcels within the District receive benefit from local street lighting, namely the street lighting located on the streets or streets in close proximity to the parcels’ street address frontage. The benefit ratios established for these streetlights are based on the following ratios:
Residential Zone = 1.0
Industrial Zone = 2.5
Commercial Zone = 3.0
Benefit ratios for alley lighting:
In addition to the benefit received from street lighting located in close proximity to the parcels’ street address frontage, certain parcels within the District receive a benefit from alley lighting located in close proximity to their side or rear footage. This alley lighting benefit for residential parcels has been estimated at one-half of the street lighting benefit. Non-residential parcels are assigned twice as much benefit from alley lighting as residential parcels because such parcels generally utilize the alleys for deliveries and other purposes. The benefit ratios established for alley lights are based on the following ratios:
Residential Zone = 0.5
Industrial Zone = 1.0
Commercial Zone = 1.0
Single Family Residential Corner Lots
As a result of an assessment analysis, the City Council took action at their regular meeting on February 21, 1995 to modify the apportionment formula to eliminate charging corner lots with single-family residences for their side yard footage. Single-family residential corner lots are assessed for footage along street address frontage only at the rate set by its respective Zone and side yard footage is not included in the calculation for either District-wide Lighting or Local Lighting.
Frontage Rates
Based on the preceding discussion, the following are the resulting frontage rate formulas:
Where: TAF = Total Assessable Footage
TLF = Total Local Footage (Adjusted Front Footage)
SLB = Street Light Local Benefit
ALB = Alley Light Local Benefit
RF = Residential Frontage
MF = Industrial Frontage
CF = Commercial Frontage
RAF = Residential Alley Frontage
MAF = Industrial Alley Frontage
CAF = Commercial Alley Frontage
DLR = District-wide Lighting Rate
LLR = Local Lighting Rate
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2026/2027 City of San Fernando - Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District Page 8 The following outlines the proportional special benefit formulas used to calculate the assessment rate applied to District-wide Lighting benefits (street intersection lighting):
Total Assessable Footage (TAF) = (RF+MF+CF+RAF+MAF+CAF) (Assessable Footage) (All assessed parcels)
District-wide Lighting (DLR) = Budgeted Intersection Safety Light Cost (Assessment Rate) Total Assessable Footage (TAF)
The following outlines the proportional special benefit applied to various land use classifications to determine the adjusted front footage used for calculating Local Lighting assessments. Each parcel’s total adjusted front footage is the sum of the parcel’s calculated SLB and ALB applicable to that parcel’s land use.
Residential SLB = 1.0 x RF (Residential Frontage)
Residential ALB = 0.5 x RAF (Residential Alley Frontage) Industrial SLB = 2.5 x MF (Industrial Frontage)
Industrial ALB = 1.0 x MAF (Industrial Alley Frontage)
Commercial SLB = 3.0 x CF (Commercial Frontage)
Commercial ALB = 1.0 x CAF (Commercial Alley Frontage)
The following outlines the proportional special benefit formulas used to calculate the assessment rate applied to Local Lighting benefits:
Total Local Footage (TLF) = RF+2.5(MF)+3.0(CF)+0.5(RAF)+MAF+CAF) (Adjusted Footage) (All assessed parcels)
Local Lighting Rate (LLR) = (Total Balance to Levy) – (Intersection Light Cost) (Assessment Rate) Total Local Footage (TLF)
The annual assessment calculated for each parcel is the sum of their District-wide Lighting assessment and Local Lighting assessment.
Total Assessment = District-wide Assessment + Local Lighting Assessment Residential Assessment = (RF x DLR) + [(1(RF) + .5(RAF)) x LLR] Industrial Assessment = (MF x DLR) + [(1(MF) + .5(MAF)) x LLR] Commercial Assessment = (CF x DLR) + [(1(CF) + .5(CAF)) x LLR] D. MAXIMUM ASSESSMENT RATES
Based on the preceding discussion of apportioning special benefits to all properties within the District and the City Engineer’s cost estimate for Fiscal Year 2026/2027, the maximum assessment rate approved by property owners for District-wide Lighting (Street Intersection Safety Lighting) is $0.2262 per assessable foot and the maximum assessment rate approved by property owners for Local Lighting (Street Lights and Alley Lights) is $0.4477 per adjusted foot.
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2026/2027 City of San Fernando - Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District Page 9 SECTION 5. CITY ENGINEER’S COST ESTIMATE
STREET LIGHT ENERGY AND MAINTENANCE COSTS FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027 BUDGET OPERATING EXPENSES:
Utilities $185,000
Department Supplies/Equipment Maintenance/Tools 12,500
Cost Allocation 54,858
Total Operating Expenses $252,358
PERSONNEL EXPENSES:
Personnel Costs $110,241
Total Personnel Expenses $110,241
CITY INCIDENTIAL COSTS:
Consultant Engineering & Legal Services $6,000
County Assessor 1,296
Total City Incidental Costs $7,296
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT EXPENSES:
LED Fixture Replacements (1) $25,000
Total Capital Improvement Expenses: $25,000
Total Operating and Personnel Costs $394,895
Levy Adjustments
General Fund (Contribution) $0
Reserve Collection/(Transfer) (64,109)
Revenues From Other Sources 0
Total Levy Adjustments/(Credits) ($64,109)
TOTAL BALANCE TO LEVY $330,787
District Statistics
Total Number of Parcels 5,176
Number of Assessed Parcels 4,985
Total Assessable Footage (District-wide Lighting) 375,740 Total Adjusted Footage (Local Lighting) 540,959
District-wide Assessment Rate
Maximum Rate $0.2262
Applied Rate $0.2262
Over/(Under) Maximum $0.0000
Local Lighting Assessment Rate
Maximum Rate $0.4477
Applied Rate $0.4477
Over/(Under) Maximum $0.0000
Estimated Beginning Reserve Fund Balance $69,737
Reserve Fund Adjustments (64,109)
Estimated Ending Reserve Fund Balance $5,628
(1) CIP funds available to be used for LED Fixture Replacements.
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2026/2027 City of San Fernando - Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District Page 10 SECTION 6. ASSESSMENT ROLL
The net amount to be assessed upon assessable lands within the District for Fiscal Year 2026/2027 is $330,786.68. The Fiscal Year 2026/2027 assessment rates for the District-wide Benefit are $0.2262 per Front Foot and $0.4477 per Adjusted Front Foot for the Local Lighting Benefit. These rates equal the maximum assessment rates for the District-wide Benefit that were approved and applied in Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
The amount to be assessed against each individual parcel within the District is set forth in the Assessment Roll, which is on file in the office of the City Clerk and incorporated herein by reference. Reference is made to the Los Angeles County Secured Roll for details concerning the description of the parcels within the District.
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2026/2027 City of San Fernando – Landscape & Lighting Assessment District Page 11 SECTION 7. ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM
A reduced copy of the Assessment Diagram follows.
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ATTACHMENT “B”
RESOLUTION NO. 8452
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO,
CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT
ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027
PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF DIVISION 15, PART 2, OF THE STREETS
AND HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA AND SETTING A
TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING
WHEREAS, the City Council has previously ordered the Engineer to prepare and file a Report pursuant to the provisions of Division 15, Part 2 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California being the “Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972,” for an assessment district known and designated as the CITY OF SAN FERNANDO LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT (hereinafter referred to as “DISTRICT”); and WHEREAS, there has been presented to and approved by the City Council the Engineer’s Report as required by law; and
WHEREAS, the City Council is desirous of proceeding with the ordering of the annual levy of assessments in accordance with the requirements of the California Constitution; and WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that in order to maintain a satisfactory level of maintenance, service and benefit to properties within the District, an increase assessment will be necessary, and that said increase must be approved by the property owners in accordance with the requirements of the California Constitution, Articles XIIID.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, FIND, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That the above recitals are all true and correct.
SECTION 2. That it is the intention of the City Council, consistent with the public interest and convenience, to levy and collect annual assessments for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 for the continued maintenance and operation of streets within the City of San Fernando Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District generally including all parcels within the City, all to serve and benefit said District as said area is shown and delineated on a map, previously approved by the City Council and on file in the Office of the City Clerk, open for public inspection, and herein so referenced and made a part hereof.
SECTION 3. That the Engineer’s Report, previously approved regarding the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Assessment, which Report sets forth a full and detailed description of the improvements, the boundaries of the District and the zones therein, and the proposed assessments upon assessable lots and parcels of land within the District, is on file with the Clerk of the City of San Fernando and open for public inspection.
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2 SECTION 4. That the public interest and convenience requires, and it is the intention of the City Council to order the annual levy of the assessments as set forth and described in said Engineer’s Report. The City Council hereby declares its intention to seek the annual levy and collection of the assessments within the Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District to pay the annual costs and expenses of the improvements and services described in the Engineer’s Report, for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
SECTION 5. That the proposed improvements for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 may be generally described as the continued maintenance and operation of streets and sidewalks within the District including the maintenance and servicing of public lighting facilities and appurtenant facilities that are located in and along such streets and sidewalks. The proposed improvements shall no longer include the maintenance or servicing of public lighting facilities that are not located in and along streets and sidewalks within the District.
SECTION 6. That the City Council hereby determines and declares that the proposed assessments constitute a continuation of assessments existing on the effective date of Article XIIID, that the assessments are imposed exclusively to finance the maintenance and operation expenses for sidewalks and streets, and that the assessments are exempt from the requirements of Article XIIID, Section 4 of the California Constitution.
SECTION 7. The County Auditor shall enter on the County Assessment Roll the amount of the assessments and shall collect said assessments at the time and in the same manner as County taxes are collected. After collection by the County, the net amount of the assessments, after the deduction of any compensation due to the County for collection, shall be paid to the City Treasurer of the City for purposes of paying for the costs and expenses of said District.
SECTION 8. That the City Treasurer shall place all monies collected by the Tax Collector as soon as said monies have been received by said City Treasurer in the special fund known as the “CITY OF SAN FERNANDO LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FUND.” Payment shall be made out of said fund only for the purposes provided for in this Resolution.
SECTION 9. That said contemplated improvements are, in the opinion of the City Council, of direct and special benefit to the properties within the boundaries of the District, as set forth below, and the City Council makes the costs and expenses of said improvements chargeable upon the District, which district said City Council hereby declares to be the District specially benefited by said improvements and to be further assessed to pay the costs and expenses thereof. Except for those parcels referred to in Section 9 of this Resolution, said District shall include each and every parcel of land within the boundaries of said District as said District is shown on a map as approved by the City Council and on file in the Office of the City Clerk, and so designated by the name of the District.
SECTION 10. Public property owned by any public agency and in use in the performance of a public function which is included within the boundaries of the District, shall be omitted and exempt from any assessment to be made under these proceedings to cover any of the costs and expenses of said improvements.
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3 SECTION 11. Notice is hereby given that June 15, 2026, at the hour of 6:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the City Council of the City of San Fernando, 117 Macneil Street, San Fernando, California, being the regular meeting place of said City Council is the time and place fixed by this City Council for the hearing of protests, comments or objections in reference to the extent of the improvements and to the levy of the proposed assessments. Any interested person who wishes to object to the levy and collection of the proposed assessments may file a written protest with the City Clerk prior to the conclusion of the public hearing, or, having previously filed a protest, may file a written withdrawal of that protest. A written protest shall state all grounds of objection, and a protest by a property owner shall contain a description sufficient to identify the property owned by the property owner. At the hearing, all interested persons shall be afforded the opportunity to hear and be heard, and the City Council shall consider all oral statements and all written protests made or filed by any interested person.
SECTION 12. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to publish a copy of this Resolution in The San Fernando Valley Sun newspaper, a newspaper of general circulation in said City; said publication shall not be less than ten (10) days before the date of said Public Hearing.
SECTION 13: For any and all information relating to the procedures, protest procedure, documentation, and/or information of a procedural or technical nature, your attention is directed to the designated office: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS, (818) 898-1222.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED THIS 18th day of May, 2026.
Joel Fajardo, Mayor of the City of San
Fernando, California
ATTEST:
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Richard 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 Resolution No. 8452 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 18th day of May, 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 _________, 2026.
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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AGENDA REPORT
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1222 WWW.SANFERNANDO.GOV REVIEW: ☒ City Clerk ☒ Director of Admin Services ☒ City Manager To: Mayor Joel Fajardo and Councilmembers
From: Kanika Kith, City Manager
By: Bonnie Tam, Director of Public Works
Kayla Urbina, Assistant Engineer II
Date: May 18, 2026
Subject: Consideration to Approve a Fulfillment Agreement with Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority for Unprogrammed Surface Transportation Program-Local Funds for the Fixed Route Americans with Disabilities Act Sidewalks Improvement Project
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
a. Approve a Fulfillment Agreement with Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) (Attachment “A” – Contract No. 2511) for Unprogrammed Surface Transportation Program-Local (STP-L) funds in the amount of $71,778 for the Fixed Route Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Sidewalks Improvement Project ; and b. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the agreement and related documents.
BACKGROUND:
1. On July 1, 2023, a federal corrective action was imposed on LACMTA after its practice of annual population-based apportionments of STP-L funds was found to be out of compliance with federal funding requirements resulting in the conclusion of the Surface Transportation Program-Local (STP-L) Program in Federal Fiscal Year 2022-2023.
2. On April 24, 2025, the LACMTA Board of Directors approved the STP-L fulfillment to provide agencies with unprogrammed STP-L balances with Proposition C discretionary funds.
ANALYSIS:
Since the early 1990’s, LACMTA allocated, on an annual basis, $31 million of Federal Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) formula funding to agencies in Los Angeles County based on population through the Surface Transportation Program – Local (STP-L) funding program to May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 133 of 350
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deliver basic maintenance projects that did not have air quality impacts, such as pavement rehabilitation and slurry seal projects. Agencies were allowed to accumulate their annual STP-L apportionments until they had sufficient funding to complete a project.
In 2021 and 2022, the federal government issued Corrective Actions to Caltrans and the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG), respectively, finding that the practice of annual STP-L allocations based on population was out of compliance with the STBG funding requirements. Therefore, LACMTA was no longer able to approve STBG funds to agencies based on population. However, several agencies, including the City of San Fernando, had STP-L fund balances ($71,778) from previous allocations. Subsequently, LACMTA developed a method by which the STP-L balances could be fulfilled by non-federal Proposition C discretionary funds for use on eligible projects such as bus stop improvements, ADA upgrades, etc. as determined by LACMTA.
The subject fulfillment agreement will provide the City with Proposition C funds in the amount of the City’s STP-L fund balance to be used to fund a portion of Fixed Route ADA Sidewalks Improvement Project as approved by LACMTA. The Fixed Route ADA Sidewalks Improvement Project includes bringing pedestrian walkways at the transit locations into ADA compliance by making improvements to sidewalks, drive approaches, curb and gutter, and wheelchair ramps.
Listed below are the locations affected (Attachment “B”):
1. Seventh Street and Harding Avenue
2. Hubbard Street between San Fernando Road and Second Street
3. Truman Street between Brand Boulevard and Maclay Avenue
4. Glenoaks Boulevard and Maclay Avenue
Acceptance of this funding agreement will provide Proposition C funds in exchange for unprogrammed STP-L funds to support the construction of the Fixed Route ADA Sidewalks Improvement Project.
BUDGET IMPACT:
The fulfillment agreement will provide additional funding to support the Fixed Route ADA Sidewalks Improvement Project costs, which will be incorporated into the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Adopted Budget. Acceptance of the funding agreement will allow staff to submit invoices for reimbursement of capital expenditure on this project. The following table lists all funding sources for the project:
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Fund Current Allocation Revised Allocation
Enhanced Mobility for Seniors Grant (5310) $750,000 $750,000 City’s Local Grant Match $83,333 $83,333
Proposition C $0 $71,778
Total Sources: $833,333 $905,111
CONCLUSION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve a Fulfillment Agreement with LACMTA for Unprogrammed STP-L funds in the amount of $71,778 for the Fixed Route Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Sidewalks Improvement Project; and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the agreement and related documents.
ATTACHMENT:
A. Contract No. 2511 – Fulfillment Agreement
B. Project Map
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Agreement Number 9200000000FUL25
1 FULFILLMENT AGREEMENT FOR UNPROGRAMMED SURFACE
TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM-LOCAL (STP-L)
This Fulfillment Agreement of Proposition C Funds ("AGREEMENT"), is made and entered into as of February 15, 2026, by and between the City of San Fernando ("CITY") and the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority ("LACMTA").
RECITALS:
LACMTA had historically apportioned, on an annual basis, $31 million of Federal Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) funds to agencies in Los Angeles County based on population through the STP-L funding program.
WHEREAS, in 2021 and 2022, the federal government issued a Corrective Action to Caltrans and the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG), respectively, finding that the practice of allocating STP-L by population was out of compliance with STBG requirements; and WHEREAS, on July 1, 2023, the Corrective Action took effect on the Federal Transportation Improvement Program (FTIP) and prevented agencies from programming and accessing their unprogrammed STP-L balance through the FTIP; and
WHEREAS, the LACMTA Board of Directors at its April 24, 2025, meeting approved using Proposition C funds to fulfill $71,778 of unprogrammed STP-L balance for the City of San Fernando; and
WHEREAS, eligible project activities must occur on or after the LACMTA Board of Directors April 24, 2025, approval date; and
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual benefits to be derived by CITY and LACMTA, and of the promises contained herein, it is hereby agreed as follows:
AGREEMENT:
1. LACMTA hereby provides a fulfillment of $71,778
to the City of San Fernando for use on eligible project(s), to be determined by LACMTA. This assignment shall be automatically effective upon full execution of this AGREEMENT without the necessity of the execution, delivery or recording of any further instrument whatsoever. Notwithstanding the foregoing, at LACMTA's request, CITY shall execute and deliver such documents and instruments as may be required to evidence such assignment of the Funds.
2. CITY must complete and submit an Automated Clearing House (ACH) form (Attachment A) through LACMTA's website to allow LACMTA to make disbursements electronically. Disbursements via ACH will be made at no cost to CITY. If electronic disbursements are not the preferred method of disbursement, CITY may request an ATTACHMENT "A"
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2 exception in writing.
3. CITY shall expend the Funds on eligible project(s), consistent with the Statement of Work, Schedule and Budget provided in Attachment B.
4. For the purposes of this AGREEMENT, the term "Eligible Project" shall mean the transportation activities described in the Proposition C Guidelines.
5. CITY must use the LACMTA Funds in the most cost-effective manner. If CITY intends to use a consultant or contractor to implement all or part of the Eligible Project, LACMTA requires that such activities be procured in accordance with CITY's contracting procedures and be consistent with State law as appropriate. CITY will also use the LACMTA Funds in the most cost-effective manner when the LACMTA Funds are used to pay "in-house" staff time. CITY staff or consultants with project oversight roles may not award work to companies in which they have a financial or personal interest. This effective use of funds provision will be verified by LACMTA through on-going project monitoring and through any LACMTA interim and final audits.
6. CITY shall submit Quarterly Progress and Expenditure Reports (Attachment C) to LACMTA that cover all activities related to the project, including deliverables, milestones, and costs incurred. The reports are due to LACMTA one month after the close of each quarter on October 31, January 31, April 30, and July 31. In cases where there are no activities to report, or problems causing delays, clear explanation, including actions to remedy the situation, must be provided.
7. LACMTA, and/or its designee, shall have the right to conduct audits of CITY's use of the LACMTA Funds, as deemed appropriate, such as financial and compliance audits; interim audits; pre-award audits, performance audits, and final audits. CITY agrees to establish and maintain proper accounting procedures and cash management records and documents in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). CITY's records shall include, without limitation, any supporting evidence deemed necessary by LACMTA to substantiate CITY's use of LACMTA Funds. These records must be retained by CITY for five years following CITY's last use of the LACMTA Funds. CITY shall reimburse LACMTA for any expenditure not in compliance with the Scope of Work and/or not in compliance with other terms and conditions of this AGREEMENT. The eligibility of costs for CITY's own expenditures submitted to LACMTA for the Eligible Project shall be in compliance with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A-87 (relocated to Title 2 in the Code of Federal Regulations, Subtitle A, Chapter II, part 225). The eligibility of costs for CITY's contractors, consultants, and suppliers expenditures submitted to LACMTA through CITY's Quarterly Progress and Expenditure Reports shall be in compliance with OMB Circular A-87 (as relocated) or Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 31 (whichever is applicable). Findings of the LACMTA audit are final.
When LACMTA audit findings require CITY to return monies to LACMTA, CITY agrees to return the monies within thirty (30) days after the final audit is sent to CITY.
8. The terms of this AGREEMENT shall commence on the date that this AGREEMENT CONTRACT NO. 2511 May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 137 of 350 Agreement Number 9200000000FUL25
3 is fully executed and shall terminate once CITY has expended all the LACMTA Funds and all LACMTA audit and reporting requirements have been satisfied.
9. CITY shall fully indemnify, defend and hold LACMTA and its officers, agents, and employees harmless from and against any liability and expenses, including, without limitation, defend costs, any costs or liability on account of bodily injury, death or personal injury of any person, or for damages of any nature whatsoever arising out of (i) a breach of CITY's obligations under this AGREEMENT; or (ii) any act or omission of CITY or its officers, agents, employees, contractors, or subcontractors in the use of the LACMTA Funds.
10. LACMTA shall fully indemnify, defend and hold CITY and its officers, agents, and employees harmless from and against any liability and expenses, including, without limitation, defend costs, any costs or liability on account of bodily injury, death or personal injury of any person, or for damages to or loss of risk of property, any environmental obligations, any legal fees and any claims for damages of any nature whatsoever arising out of (i) a breach of LACMTA's obligations under this AGREEMENT; or (ii) any act or omission of LACMTA or its officers, agents, employees, contractors, or subcontractors in the use of CITY's Funds.
11. This AGREEMENT may be amended or modified only by mutual written consent of LACMTA and CITY.
12. Any correspondence, communication, or contact concerning this AGREEMENT shall be directed to the following:
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO
Manuel Fabian
Civil Engineering Assistant II
117 N. Macneil Street
San Fernando, CA 91340
Email: [email protected]
LACMTA
Mercedes Meneses
Principal Transportation Planner
Countywide Planning and Development
One Gateway Plaza (Mail Stop: 99-23-3)
Los Angeles, California 90012-2952
Email: [email protected]
13. This AGREEMENT shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of the State of California.
14. This AGREEMENT constitutes the entire understanding between the parties with respect to the subject matter herein.
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4 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this AGREEMENT to be executed by their respective officers as of the date stated below.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY CITY OF SAN FERNANDO
METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION
AUTHORITY
By: By:
Stephanie Wiggins Kanika Kith
Chief Executive Officer City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Dawyn R. Harrison
County Counsel
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By: By:
Deputy Richard Padilla
City Attorney
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Attachment A
AUTOMATED CLEARING HOUSE (ACH) PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION
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Attachment A
AUTOMATED CLEARING HOUSE (ACH) PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION
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Attachment A
AUTOMATED CLEARING HOUSE (ACH) PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION
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Attachment B
STATEMENT OF WORK
Project Title: Fixed Route ADA Sidewalk Improvements Project Project Description:
The project involves bringing the pedestrian walkways at the listed transit locations into ADA compliance by making improvements to sidewalks, drive approaches, curb and gutter, and wheelchair ramps.
The project is located at the following intersections within the city:
1. Seventh St. and Harding Ave.
2. Hubbard St. between San Fernando Rd. and Second St.
3. Truman St. between Brand Blvd. and Maclay Ave.
4. Glenoaks Blvd. and Maclay Ave.
Project Schedule:
Advertise April 2026
Award Contract May 2026
Start Construction July 2026
Complete Construction September 2026
Project Funding:
Metro Prop C (Fulfillment
Funds)
$71,778
Section 5310 FTA Grant
FTIP ID #LA0G1123
$750,000
City Funds $83,333
Total Project Cost: $905,111
Project Map:
See next page.
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A achment C
QUARTERLY PROGRESS REPORT
Project Title:
Report Date:
Submi ed by:
Submi ed for Fiscal Year:
Quarter: Jul-Sep ☐ Oct-Dec ☐ Jan-Mar ☐ Apr-Jun ☐
Project Budget:
Fulfillment Amount:
1. Project-to-Date Expenditure
% of Project Budget Expended to Date:
% of Project Comple on:
2. Milestones
Descrip on Start Date End Date
Environmental Clearance
Design Bid & Award
Design
Right-of-Way
Construc on Bid & Award
Construc on
3. List tasks or milestones accomplished and progress made this quarter.
4. If project is delayed, describe reasons for delay.
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AGENDA REPORT
CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE 117 MACNEIL ST, 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
By: Will Pettener, Assistant to the City Manager
Date: May 18, 2026
Subject: Consideration to Approve an Outreach Plan for Businesses Located in the Parking and Business Improvement Area B District
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
a. Approve an Outreach Plan for businesses located in the Parking and Business Improvement Area B District; and
b. Provide staff direction, as applicable.
BACKGROUND:
1. On November 4, 1968, the City adopted Ordinance No. 973 (Attachment “A”), establishing Parking and Business Improvement Area B (“Area B”) pursuant to the Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1964 (Street and Highways Code Section 36000 et seq.) (“Special Tax”).
2. On September 5, 1984, some businesses within Area B formed a private California non-profit mutual benefit corporation called the San Fernando Mall Assessment District, Inc., (the “Mall Association”1) whose purpose was “to promote the interests of the Mall Assessment District and members thereof for the betterment and improvement of the area covered by the assessment district and to further and advance the commercial, industrial and public interest of the Mall Assessment District” (Articles of Incorporation dated September 5, 1984 Attachment “C”).
3. On December 17, 1984, the City and the Mall Association executed Contract No. 768 (Attachment “B”) (the “Agreement”) under which the City hired the Mall Association to perform work and render services relating to the statutorily designated uses of the Area B special tax, excluding maintenance which is reserved to the City. Under the Agreement, the 1 In 1990, the San Fernando Mall Assessment District, Inc. changed its name to “the San Fernando Mall Association, Inc.”
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Mall Association was required to submit annual programs and budgets for approval, provide biannual activity reports, and operate on a reimbursement basis with a $1,000 cash fund advanced by the City for operating expenses. Additionally, under the Agreement, the Mall Association was also authorized to engage in fundraising from time to time, provided that any profit realized from such fundraising was to be used for the same purposes as the Area B funds.
4. On January 6, 2025, the City Council Approved the creation of the Mall Association MOU Ad Hoc Committee to work collaboratively with City staff and the Mall Association Board in drafting a new MOU.
5. On November 10, 2025, the City Council approved the reformulation of the Mall Association MOU Ad Hoc committee to be the San Fernando Mall and Area B Funds Ad Hoc committee.
This new committee was tasked with determining an outreach plan for Area B businesses to receive feedback on a path forward for facilitating Area B funds.
6. On November 12, 2025, the City, with City Council approval, issued notice to the Mall Association of the City’s intent to terminate the Agreement. Per Section 7 of the Agreement, the termination became effective 60 days from the date of the termination notice (i.e., January 12, 2026).
7. The Ad Hoc met on February 4, 2026, and May 7, 2026 to discuss potential outreach mechanisms to Area B businesses, including the feasibility of a survey and recurring engagement events. The Ad Hoc recommended returning to the City Council with a proposed Outreach Plan consisting of one (1) event every two (2) months within Area B to illicit feedback.
ANALYSIS:
A comprehensive community engagement process is essential to ensure that businesses are informed and able to provide meaningful input as the City undertakes development of an updated process for administration of Area B fund. To guide this process, City staff will follow the City’s adopted Community Engagement Framework to clearly identify the purpose, engagement methods, potential barriers, and cost impacts associated with the outreach plan.
The special tax paid by businesses located within Area B generates proceeds which may be used for the following uses: (a) the acquisition, construction or maintenance of parking facilities for the benefit of Area B; (b) the decoration of any public place within Area B; (c) the promotion of public events which are to take place on or in public places within Area B; (d) the furnishing of music in any public place; and (e) the general promotion of retail trade activities in the area. The special tax is designed to enhance the commercial appeal of Area B and foster greater community engagement with businesses within Area B.
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Following the termination of the City’s agreement with the Mall Association, the City Council changed the name and purpose of the previously titled Mall Association MOU Ad Hoc Committee, to the San Fernando Mall and Area B Funds Ad Hoc Committee. The purpose of this Ad Hoc is to review information and develop recommendations to the City Council related to strategies for strengthening economic development and business engagement in the San Fernando Mall Area and use of Area B Funds. The Ad Hoc met on February 4, 2026, and May 7, 2026 to discuss potential outreach mechanisms to Area B businesses, including the feasibility of a survey and recurring engagement events. The Ad Hoc also met with local business owners and staff to discuss mechanisms for economic growth, such as the development of a farmers market, additional street activations, and marketing improvements.
Proposed Outreach Plan
The Ad Hoc Committee is recommending an outreach campaign featuring City Council meet and greet events at businesses or City facilities within Area B to promote ongoing engagement and learn from business owners without forcing them to travel far to provide input. The proposed meetings would include up to two (2) Councilmembers in attendance, predetermined through an approved schedule and would take place once every two (2) months on the last Wednesday of the month.
The Ad Hoc Committee has proposed participating as the City Councilmember representatives for the first meeting, with other Councilmembers given the opportunity to select slots for future meetings. The proposal leaves the remaining times, locations, and City Councilmembers open for discussion. The first meeting is proposed to be located at Los Tres Hermanos, with Councilmembers on site to briefly welcome and thank participating businesses and open the floor to conversation during the 1-hour event.
The outreach strategy proposed by the Ad Hoc is consistent with the City’s Community Engagement Framework. Below is the proposed Outreach Plan:
Purpose. The City Council, accompanied by City staff, will conduct an outreach strategy to consult and collaborate with businesses within Area B to provide feedback on their needs and determine recommendations for uses of the Area B promotional fund.
Engagement Methods.
• To “inform” the community, staff will develop a flyer, social media post, email blast, and marketing efforts through existing City events and workshops. The inform component includes marketing the events themselves and then providing important information to businesses at the events regarding ongoing City programming and updates related to the Area B outreach effort.
• To “consult” the community, a drop box of ideas for City Council’s consideration will be available on site at the meetings. The drop box will be monitored and collected by staff at the end of the meeting. City Council and staff will also record information presented by businesses at these meetings to help inform next steps through the Ad Hoc.
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• To “collaborate” with the community, meetings will include open presentations and conversations with businesses to discuss business concerns and determine strategies to collaborate with the business community on future partnerships related to Area B funds.
Tentative Timeline. The following is a tentative list of dates for the proposed plan:
Date Time Location City Council Representatives
May 27, 2026 12-1PM Los Tres Hermanos Fajardo and Lopez July 29, 2026 TBD TBD TBD
September 30, 2026 TBD TBD TBD
November 18, 2026 TBD TBD TBD
This engagement plan is consistent with the City’s Community Engagement Framework to support a transparent, inclusive, and collaborative process that ensures priorities are well understood to ensure ongoing use of Area B funds meet the needs of the business community.
BUDGET IMPACT:
Budget impact will be comprised of:
• Marketing support – Including staff time needed to create marketing materials. Staff estimate that up to three (3) hours per month of work will be created related to this effort. • Onsite Event Support – Including staff time needed for onsite meeting administrative support.
Staff estimate this will include 2-3 staff members, committing approximately two (2) hours of work per event.
Staff time will be captured through existing City Manager’s Office budget.
CONCLUSION:
It is recommended that the City Council Approve an Outreach Plan for businesses located in the Parking and Business Improvement Area B District; and provide staff direction, as applicable.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Ordinance No. 973 (provided via digital link)
B. Contract No. 768 (provided via digital link)
C. Mall Association Articles of Incorporation
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AGENDA REPORT
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT 117 MACNEIL STREET, 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
By: Ron Garcia, Director of Community Development
Date: May 18, 2026
Subject: A Public Hearing to Consider Adopting an Ordinance to Approve the Proposed Zoning Code Update, Subdivision Code Update, Specific Plan-5 Update, Objective Design Standards, and Zoning Map Update; Adopt a Resolution approving a General Plan Land Use Element Amendment; and Adoption of an Addendum to an Initial Study–Mitigated Negative Declaration
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
a. Conduct a Public Hearing;
b. Pending Public Testimony, introduce for first reading, in title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No. 1742 (Attachment “A”) titled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Fernando, California, Approving an Addendum to the Previously Approved Initial Study-Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS-MND) (SCH#2021120390) for the Housing Element Update and Approving the Zoning Code Update, Subdivision Code Update, Specific Plan-5 Update, Objective Design Standards, and Zoning Map Update; these actions collectively referred to as the Housing Implementation Plan Project or HIP Project); c. Adopt Resolution No. 8453 (Attachment “B”) adopting a General Plan Land Use Element Amendment (these actions collectively referred to as the Housing Implementation Plan Project or HIP Project); and
d. Adopt an addendum to the previously approved Initial Study–Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS-MND) (SCH #2021120390) for the City of San Fernando Housing Element Update Project finding that pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15162: the HIP Project does not cause any conditions beyond what was studied in the IS-MND, no subsequent IS-MND is required, and the addendum is the appropriate level of environmental analysis under CEQA Guidelines Section 15164.
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BACKGROUND:
1. On June 6, 2022, the City Council adopted the 6th Cycle 2021–2029 Housing Element, Safety Element Update, and Mitigated Negative Declaration.
2. On October 21, 2024, the City Council accepted Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) 2.0 funding and entered into an MOU with SCAG (Contract No. 2306) to implement Housing Element programs related to adaptive reuse, housing streamlining, and State law compliance.
3. On March 3, 2025, the City Council approved Contract No. 2343 with Rincon Consultants to implement REAP 2.0 efforts, including Zoning Code updates, a historic resources survey, and development of objective design standards.
4. On May 5, 2025, the City Council approved a Community Outreach and Engagement Plan for the REAP 2.0 Grant Program.
5. On August 12 2025, the Planning and Preservation Commission (Commission) received a presentation on the Housing Element Implementation Program and provided feedback.
Commissioners stated that it is important to preserve San Fernando’s community character while cautiously managing density, with curated, family-friendly, walkable land uses. The Commissioners supported open space alongside clearer planning processes, and stronger public outreach.
6. On September 15, 2025, the City Council received a presentation on the Housing Element Implementation Program and provided feedback. Councilmembers emphasized low or no added density, neighborhood‑serving retail along Maclay Avenue, architectural variety, and maintaining minimum state‑required density bonuses. They also stressed the need for clear specific planning guidance, adequate open space (including pet‑friendly areas).
7. On February 9, 2026, the Commission received a presentation on draft Housing Element Implementation Program documents and provided feedback. Commissioners focused on clarifying how proposed changes would be implemented, including parking reductions, zoning structure shifts, SB 79 applicability, and the geographic reach of transit and rail expansions. The Commission also sought clearer explanations of state laws affecting density bonuses, emergency shelters, warehouses, and mixed-use regulations to ensure compliance and transparency.
8. On February 17, 2026, the City Council received a presentation on draft Housing Element Implementation Program documents and provided feedback. Councilmembers raised concerns about Senate Bill (SB) 79’s impacts, parking standards, trip generation, and rail expansion. The City Council also asked clarifying questions regarding the updated parking standards and how transit plans and state mandates affect local decisions.
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9. On April 13, 2026, the Planning and Preservation Commission held a public hearing to consider the final draft Housing Element Implementation Program documents and recommended that the City Council approve the documents as presented.
ANALYSIS:
The Housing Element Implementation Program advances the City’s 2021–2029 (6th Cycle) Housing Element by supporting housing production, preservation, and equity. Key actions include development of a Community Stabilization Manual, updates to the Historic Survey, revisions to the Density Bonus Ordinance, targeted Zoning Code and Specific Plan updates to expand housing capacity and streamline review and process improvements to reduce barriers to housing delivery.
The Program draft documents were presented to the Planning and Preservation Commission in August 2025, and to the City Council in September 2025, for preliminary feedback. Both bodies directed staff to meet, but not exceed, State law requirements, emphasized increasing open space without added residential density, and supported greater transparency, simpler regulations, and expanded neighborhood-serving commercial and family-friendly uses. The documents have since been revised to align with State law. The following sections summarize the proposed Zoning Code and Specific Plan updates and the Objective Design Standards.
Objective Design Standards.
The citywide Residential and Mixed-Use Objective Design Standards (Exhibit “D” to Attachment “A”) establish clear, objective criteria to maintain high-quality site planning and building design while streamlining project review as required by State law. The standards address site design, building massing and transitions, landscaping, and architectural styles to promote neighborhood character, pedestrian comfort, sustainability, and design compatibility. Architectural styles include Spanish Colonial Revival, Ranch, Craftsman, Contemporary, Tudor Revival, and Mission Revival.
The Objective Design Standards (ODS) were developed in collaboration with internal departments, the City’s consultant team, and with guidance from the Planning and Preservation Commission and City Council. Staff and consultants conducted extensive research of State housing laws, the City’s Municipal Code, and existing design-related documents, including Specific Plan 5 (Exhibit “C” to Attachment “A”), to ensure consistency and legal compliance. The ODS document also provides a mechanism for the City to maintain a meaningful level of control over the design and quality of residential development, particularly as certain housing types are required by State law to be approved ministerially or by right.
Zoning Code Update.
The Zoning Code Update (Exhibit “A” to Attachment “A”) regulates land use and development standards, including permitted uses, building height, setbacks, parking, and site design. The May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 167 of 350
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proposed update includes over 100 amendments to modernize standards, improve clarity, and ensure consistency with State housing and land use laws. The Density Bonus Ordinance, a component of the Zoning Code, was revised to align with State Density Bonus Law and Housing Element requirements. Attachment “C”, Zoning Code Update and SP-5 Summary Table, provides a summary of all the amendments.
Residential regulations were updated to comply with recent State legislation, including changes to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) standards and removal of large family day care references.
Commercial use regulations were simplified to reflect current land use practices, with expanded by-right housing allowances in commercial zones under SB 6 and Assembly Bill (AB) 2011. Under the amendments, emergency shelters are now permitted in required zones, and select small-scale commercial uses, such as commercial recreation centers and fitness health clubs that are less than 2,500 square feet are permitted by right.
Open space uses such as parks and playgrounds were added as conditionally permitted uses in residential and service commercial zones. Parking standards were expanded and updated for additional land uses and revised to reflect modern development and accessibility requirements.
The existing Mixed-Use Overlay was replaced with two (2) new mixed-use zones, CMU-1 and CMU-2, consistent with existing commercial designations, to reduce legal risk and maintain Housing Element compliance. Related updates to the General Plan Land Use Element and Zone Map are included (Exhibit “G” and “H”).
Administrative procedures were clarified and streamlined, including site plan review, SB 35 processing, treatment of nonconforming structures, review of Precise Development Overlay projects, revisions to previously approved plans, and revisions to appeal procedures.
Per City Council direction, portions of the amendments include language that streamlines permitting of EV Charging and Hydrogen Fueling stations as required by State law and extending the appeal period for Planning and Preservation Commission decisions to provide the City Council an opportunity to review Commission decisions.
General Plan - Land Use Element Update.
To ensure consistency with the Zoning Code and Housing Element, the Land Use Element was updated to include the CMU-1 and CMU-2 as implementing zones for the Neighborhood Shopping and Central Business District Land Use Designations listed in Chart IV-1 City of San Fernando Current Land Use Designations and Implementing Zones table. The intent of the Land Use Designation was also amended to include “housing on specific sites identified in the Housing Element”.
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Subdivision Code Update.
The Subdivision Code was amended to incorporate provisions related to street dedication improvements and common area and off-site improvement bonds that were previously contained in the Zoning Code. These provisions were relocated to the Subdivision Code because they more appropriately pertain to subdivision regulations rather than zoning requirements The Subdivision Code Update is in Exhibit “B” to Attachment “A”.
Specific Plan Update.
A Specific Plan implements the General Plan for a defined area by establishing land use regulations, development standards, and design guidelines. The San Fernando Corridors Specific Plan encompasses the full lengths of Truman Street, San Fernando Road, and Celis Street within the city, from the eastern boundary with Pacoima to the western boundary with Sylmar. The project boundaries include the entire public rights-of-way as well as parcels located to the north and south of these roads. It also includes the First Street public right-of-way and properties located along the south side of First Streer between Hubbard Avenue and Macneil Street; the properties bounded by First Street and Second Street between Hubbard Avenue and Macneil Street; the entire Maclay Avenue public right-of-way and all fronting properties between San Fernando Road to Eighth Street at the City’s northern boundary with Sylmar; and the properties located along the north side of Pico St. between Kalisher Street and Chatsworth Drive.
Updates to SP-5 ensure consistency with the Zoning Code and Housing Element, expand residential development opportunities, and incorporate State requirements. Revisions allow apartments and condominiums in additional districts, apply State-required parking exemptions, update noise and design standards, and extend Downtown by-right personal service, entertainment, and retail uses to the Maclay District. Subjective design standards were revised to be objective or to reference the Objective Design Standards document.
Outreach.
The project team conducted seven (7) pop-up outreach events at City facilities and community gatherings between June 2025 and February 2026, to share updates and gather public input.
Select events included interactive activities focused on zoning, historic preservation, design, neighborhood character, and community engagement, while others promoted a community survey addressing design, development, open space, and land use. In December 2025, a community workshop featuring a Lotería-based interactive activity was also held. Attendance averaged 15 to 20 participants per event, and 102 community members completed the survey.
Attachment “D”, Engagement Summary, provides a summary of the various outreach efforts.
City Council Meetings.
On February 17, 2026, the City Council reviewed the draft Zoning Code Update, Specific Plan-5 Update, and Objective Design Standards. Councilmembers had questions regarding how the city will be affected by SB 79, as well as questions regarding the proposed amendments to parking standards.
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Planning and Preservation Commission Meetings.
On February 9, 2026, the Planning and Preservation Commission reviewed the draft Zoning Code Update, Specific Plan-5 Update, and Objective Design Standards. Key feedback centered on the proposed zoning and policy updates. Additional Commissioner comments consisted of clarification on the concept of modernizing commercial spaces, proposed reduced parking requirements for gyms and small restaurants, as well as proposed density bonus provisions, and applicability of SB 79 to San Fernando.
On April 13, 2026, Commissioners inquired as to what aspects of the HIP Project can be removed without falling into non-compliance with State law. All features of the HIP Project are required in order to be in compliance with State law and the City’s Housing Element except for the proposed reductions for gymnasium parking and added parking requirements for smaller commercial uses less than 2,500 sq.ft. which can be taken out. In addition, staff described that failure to pass the HIP Project could result in decertification of the Housing Element, ineligibility of grant funding, and builder’s remedy where a developer can construct at higher than allowed densities and reduced setbacks. Commissioner also expressed concern over converting City owned parking lots into housing. At the end of the hearing, the Commission, unanimously recommended the City Council approve the proposed HIP Program.
Historic Resource Survey.
Buildings throughout the city were evaluated to update the City 2002 Historic Survey to include eligible historic resources. The newly identified historical resources were documented in a survey report. Results of the Survey were reported as a Receive and File item to the Planning and Preservation Commission on May 11, 2026 as required by the Municipal Code. Staff will report on the same Survey to the City Council at a future date.
Environmental Review
Pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15164, an addendum may be prepared when minor technical changes are proposed and no new significant impacts or substantial increases in previously identified impacts would occur. An Environmental Review Addendum (Attachment “E”) has been prepared to the previously adopted Initial Study– Mitigated Negative Declaration for the City of San Fernando Housing Element Update Project (SCH No. 2021120390). The proposed revisions do not include new development and would result in impacts consistent with those already analyzed, which remain subject to the same mitigation measures. No new or more severe environmental impacts would occur, and no conditions under CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 are triggered. Therefore, an addendum is the appropriate level of environmental review and must be considered by the decision-making body prior to project approval. Upon adoption of the addendum and approval of the HIP Project, the city will file a CEQA Notice of Determination (NOD) with Los Angeles County RegistrarRecorder/County.
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BUDGET IMPACT:
There is no additional funding impacts associated with this update. There is no budget impact associated with this project, as the Comprehensive Housing Element Implementation Program is funded by a $1,125,000 SCAG REAP 2.0 Grant Program through June 30, 2026. The adoption of the final plan is tentatively scheduled for the City Council meeting on June 15, 2026.
There is a budget impact of approximately $9,100 to codify changes to the Municipal Code to bring the code up to date. The Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget includes a requested enhancement to fund the required municipal code codification services.
CONCLUSION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
a. Conduct a Public Hearing;
b. Pending Public Testimony, introduce for first reading, in title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No. 1742 (Attachment “A”) titled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Fernando, California, Approving an Addendum to the Previously Approved Initial Study-Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS-MND) (SCH#2021120390) for the Housing Element Update and Approving the Zoning Code Update, Subdivision Code Update, Specific Plan-5 Update, Objective Design Standards, and Zoning Map Update; these actions collectively referred to as the Housing Implementation Plan Project or HIP Project); c. Adopt Resolution No. 8453 (Attachment “B”) adopting a General Plan Land Use Element Amendment (these actions collectively referred to as the Housing Implementation Plan Project or HIP Project); and
d. Adopt an addendum to the previously approved Initial Study–Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS-MND) (SCH #2021120390) for the City of San Fernando Housing Element Update Project finding that pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15162: the HIP Project does not cause any conditions beyond what was studied in the IS-MND, no subsequent IS-MND is required, and the addendum is the appropriate level of environmental analysis under CEQA Guidelines Section 15164.
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ATTACHMENTS:
A. Ordinance No. 1742, including:
Exhibit “A”: Zoning Code Update (provided via digital link) Exhibit “B”: Municipal Code Update (Chapter 78, Subdivision) (provided via digital link) Exhibit “C”: San Fernando Corridors Specific Plan- 5 Update (provided via digital link) Exhibit “D”: Objective Design Standards (provided via digital link) Exhibit “E”: Zoning Map Update (provided via digital link) B. Resolution No. 8453, including:
Exhibit “A”: General Plan Land Use Element Amendment (provided via digital link) C. Zoning Code Update and SP-5 Summary Table (provided via digital link) D. Engagement Summary
E. Addendum to IS-MND with Appendix A (provided via digital link) May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 172 of 350
ORDINANCE NO. 1742
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN ADDENDUM TO THE PREVIOUSLY
APPROVED INITIAL STUDY-MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (IS-MND) (SCH#2021120390) FOR THE HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE AND
APPROVING THE ZONING CODE UPDATE, SUBDIVISION CODE UPDATE, SPECIFIC PLAN-5 UPDATE, OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS, AND ZONING MAP UPDATE; THESE ACTIONS COLLECTIVELY REFERRED TO AS THE
HOUSING IMPLEMENTATION PLAN PROJECT OR HIP PROJECT
WHEREAS, California Constitution Article XI, Section 7, enables the City of San Fernando (the “City) to enact local planning and land use regulations; and WHEREAS, the authority to adopt and enforce zoning regulations is an exercise of the City’s police power to protect the public health, safety, and welfare; and WHEREAS, on June 6, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 8153 approving and adopting the City of San Fernando 2021-2029 Housing Element, which includes a Housing Plan with Goals, Policies, and Programs aimed at addressing the City’s housing needs; and WHEREAS, on October 21, 2024, the City Council accepted the Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) 2.0 funding and entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) (Contract No. 2306) to implement the REAP 2.0 Grant Program and help carry out key programs from the City’s 6th Cycle Housing Element. The programs include the evaluation of adaptive re-use opportunities to support housing, streamlining the review process for new housing, and compliance with state housing laws; and
WHEREAS, on March 3, 2025, the City Council approved Contract No. 2343 with Rincon Consultants to implement the REAP 2.0 Grant Program, which includes updating the zoning code to comply with state laws, conduct a historic resource survey, and create clear objective design standards to maintain neighborhood character while streamlining development; and WHEREAS, on May 5, 2025, the City Council approved a Community Outreach and Engagement Plan for the REAP 2.0 Grant Program to ensure that the diverse voices and priorities of San Fernando shape the development of critical planning documents that will guide housing production, preserve neighborhood character, and streamline city processes; and WHEREAS, on August 12, 2025, the Planning and Preservation Commission received a presentation on the HIP Program and provided feedback; and WHEREAS, on September 15, 2025, the City Council received a presentation on the HIP Program and provided feedback; and
WHEREAS, on February 9, 2026, the Planning and Preservation Commission received a presentation on the HIP Program draft documents and provided feedback; and May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 173 of 350
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2 WHEREAS, on February 17, 2026, the City Council received a presentation on the HIP Program draft documents and provided feedback; and
WHEREAS, on April 13, 2026, the Planning and Preservation Commission held a public hearing to consider the final draft HIP Program documents and recommended that the City Council approve the documents as presented; and
WHEREAS, the City prepared HIP Program related documents including the Zoning Code Update, Subdivision Code Update, Specific Plan-5 Update, Objective Design Standards, and Zoning Map Update as detailed in Exhibits “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, and “E” attached hereto.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Recitals. The above recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 2. Environmental Findings. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15164, an addendum may be prepared for a previously adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) when only minor technical changes are required and no new significant environmental impacts or substantial increases in previously identified impacts would result. Although an addendum does not require public circulation, it must be considered by the decision-making body together with the adopted Initial Study-Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS-MND) before project approval. The Environmental Review Document has been prepared as an addendum to the previously approved IS-MND (SCH #2021120390) for the City of San Fernando Housing Element Update Project. The draft documents do not propose any new development. The potential impacts of the proposed project are consistent with those identified in the approved IS-MND and remain subject to the same mitigation measures for aesthetics, biological resources, cultural resources, geology and soils, hazards and hazardous materials, and tribal cultural resources. No new or substantially more severe impacts would occur. Because the revised project does not trigger any conditions under CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, no subsequent IS-MND is required. This addendum is therefore the appropriate level of environmental analysis under CEQA Guidelines Section 15164.
SECTION 3. Zoning Code Text Amendment Findings. Pursuant to San Fernando City Municipal Code, Chapter 106. Article V. Division 10 the following findings for adoption of the proposed Zoning Code Amendment can be made in a positive manner as follows:
a. The proposed amendment is consistent with the objectives, policies, general land uses and programs of the city’s general plans.
The amendment modernizes and clarifies existing zoning regulations to ensure internal consistency within the Zoning Code and alignment with the City’s adopted General Plan.
The proposed text amendments support the General Plan’s goals related to orderly growth, efficient land use regulation, housing availability, and regulatory clarity. By updating terminology, correcting inconsistencies, and incorporating current Statemandated requirements, the amendment strengthens the City’s regulatory framework and enhances the City’s ability to effectively implement General Plan policies. The May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 174 of 350
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3 proposed changes do not alter land use designations or intensities, but rather provide clearer standards and procedures to support predictable and consistent land use decision-making.
b. The adoption of the proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare.
The proposed amendment consists of policy-level and text-based revisions that do not authorize, approve, or facilitate any specific development project. As such, the amendment would not result in direct physical changes to the environment or adversely affect surrounding properties or neighborhoods. Instead, the amendment enhances the clarity and usability of the Zoning Code, reducing ambiguity and the potential for inconsistent interpretation, which in turn promotes orderly development and effective code administration.
Additionally, the amendment ensures continued compliance with applicable State housing and land use laws, thereby preserving the City’s eligibility for State and federal housing-related funding programs and supporting the City’s ability to plan for and accommodate existing and future housing needs. By maintaining a clear, up-to-date, and legally compliant Zoning Code, the amendment serves the broader public interest and contributes to the protection of public health, safety, and welfare.
SECTION 4. Subdivision Code Amendment Findings. The Subdivision Code was amended to incorporate provisions related to street dedication improvements and common area and off-site improvement bonds that were previously contained in the Zoning Code. These provisions were relocated to the Subdivision Code because they more appropriately pertain to subdivision regulations rather than zoning requirements. This amendment improves clarity SECTION 5. Specific Plan-5 Amendment Findings. Pursuant to San Fernando City Municipal Code, Chapter 106. Article V. Division 10 the following findings for adoption of the proposed Zoning Code Amendment can be made in a positive manner as follows:
a. The proposed amendment is consistent with the objectives, policies, general land uses and programs of the city’s general plans.
The San Fernando Corridors Specific Plan functions as an implementing document of the General Plan for a defined geographic area encompassing Maclay Avenue, the Downtown area, 1st Street, San Fernando Road, and Truman Street. The proposed amendments further General Plan objectives related to housing production, economic vitality, infill development, and efficient use of existing infrastructure by expanding opportunities for residential development and supporting a mix of land uses. The amendments do not alter the fundamental vision or land use framework of the General Plan, but instead refine development standards and permitted uses to better implement adopted policies. b. The adoption of the proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare.
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4 The amendment consists of policy level and regulatory updates and does not approve or authorize any specific development project. As such, it does not result in immediate physical impacts. Instead, it strengthens the City’s regulatory framework, supports orderly development, and advances long term community planning objectives. By ensuring consistency with adopted plans and State law, the amendment serves the public interest and contributes to the overall health, safety, and welfare of the community.
SECTION 6. Objective Design Standards Findings. The Objective Design Standards (ODS) were developed through a nearly six-month collaborative process involving City staff, consultants, and guidance from the Planning Commission and City Council. Extensive research was conducted on existing City documents, including Specific Plan 5, the Municipal Code, and applicable state laws, to ensure a high-quality and compliant framework. The resulting city-wide Residential and Mixed-Use Objective Design Standards establish clear requirements for site design, building design, landscaping, and architecture to promote neighborhood character while streamlining development in accordance with state law. Architectural styles addressed in the standards include Spanish Colonial Revival, Ranch, Craftsman, Contemporary, Tudor Revival, and Mission Revival.
SECTION 7. Zoning Map Amendment Findings. Pursuant to San Fernando Municipal City, Code Chapter 106. Article V. Division 10 the following findings for adoption of the proposed Zoning Code Amendment can be made in a positive manner as follows:
a. The proposed amendment is consistent with the objectives, policies, general land uses and programs of the city’s general plans.
The Zoning Map update reflects changes made to the Zoning Ordinance through the removal of the Mixed‑Use Overlay and the establishment of two new mixed‑use zoning districts, CMU‑1 and CMU‑2, which correspond to the City’s former C‑1 and C‑2 commercial designations. While the regulations and development standards applicable to these areas remain substantively unchanged, the reorganization clarifies zoning structure and aligns mapped designations with adopted code provisions. By incorporating mixed‑use development standards directly into base zoning districts rather than relying on overlay zones, the amendments reduce the City’s exposure to legal challenges, including those associated with the “Builder’s Remedy” under State housing law.
Concurrent amendments to the General Plan Land Use Element to incorporate the CMU‑1 and CMU‑2 designations ensure internal consistency across all land use planning documents.
b. The adoption of the proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare.
The amendments are regulatory and organizational in nature and do not authorize or approve any specific development project. Because development standards and regulations remain unchanged, the amendments do not result in new or increased physical impacts. Instead, they improve legal certainty, promote orderly development, and ensure compliance with State law, all of which serve the public interest and contribute to the long‑term health, safety, and welfare of the community.
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5 SECTION 8. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of any competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance.
The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance, and each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase not declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the Ordinance would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION 9. Certification. The City Clerk shall certify the passage of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be entered in the book of original ordinances of said City; shall make a minute passage and adoption thereof in the records of the meeting at which time the same is passed and adopted; and shall, within fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption thereof, cause the same to be published as required by law, in a local newspaper of general circulation and which is hereby designated for that purpose.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this _____ Day of _________, 2026.
Joel Fajardo, Mayor of the City of San
Fernando, California
ATTEST:
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
APROVED AS TO FORM:
Richard A. Padilla, City Attorney
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6 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. 1742, which was introduced on May 18, 2026, and adopted by the City Council of the City of San Fernando, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on the _____ day of _______, 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 May, 2026.
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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7 Exhibit A - Zoning Code Update
Link: municipal-code-update-chapter-106-5-6.pdf
Exhibit B - Subdivision Code Update
Link: municipal-code-update-chapter-78-5-6.pdf
Exhibit C - Specific Plan-5 Update
Link: ch 1-orientation_v4_cityreview.p65
Exhibit D - Objective Design Standards
Link: objective-design-standards-5-6.pdf
Exhibit E - Zoning Map Update
Link: zoning-map-update-5-6.pdf
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RESOLUTION NO. 8453
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A GENERAL PLAN LAND USE ELEMENT
AMENDMENT IN ASSOCIATION WITH AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A
ZONING CODE UPDATE, SUBDIVISION CODE UPDATE, SPECIFIC PLAN-5 UPDATE, OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS, AND ZONING MAP UPDATE;
THESE ACTIONS COLLECTIVELY REFERRED TO AS THE HOUSING
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN PROJECT OR HIP PROJECT.
WHEREAS, California Constitution Article XI, Section 7, enables the City of San Fernando (the “City) to enact local planning and land use regulations; and WHEREAS, the City of has an adopted General Plan pursuant to Government Code Section 65300 et seq., which serves as the comprehensive, long-term guide for the physical development of the City; and
WHEREAS, the Land Use Element of the General Plan designates the general location and intensity of land uses within the City and provides a framework for zoning, development, and infrastructure planning; and
WHEREAS, California, Government Code Section 65860 mandates that local zoning ordinances and maps must be consistent with the adopted General Plan; and WHEREAS, on June 6, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 8153 approving and adopting the City of San Fernando 2021-2029 Housing Element, which includes a Housing Plan with Goals, Policies, and Programs aimed at addressing the City’s housing needs; and WHEREAS, on February 12, 2025, the City Council adopted a mixed-use overlay zoning ordinance to meet rezoning requirements under State Housing Element Law; and WHEREAS, in the case of Martinez v. City of Clovis, the California Courts of Appeal, Fifth Appellate District (Docket Number F082914) declared that City Of Clovis’ zoning overlay did not satisfy State Housing Element law requirements; and
WHEREAS, in the case of New Commune DTLA LLC v. City of Redondo Beach, the California Courts of Appeal, Second Appellate District (Docket Number B336042), declared the City of Redondo Beach’s mixed-use overlay unlawful as it does not ensure housing production and violates mandatory language set forth in State Housing Element Law; and WHEREAS, on February 9, 2026, the Planning and Preservation Commission received a presentation on the HIP Program draft documents and provided feedback; and WHEREAS, on February 17, 2026, the City Council received a presentation on the HIP Program draft documents and provided feedback; and
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2 WHEREAS, on April 13, 2026, the Planning and Preservation Commission held a public hearing to consider the final draft HIP Program documents and recommended that the City Council approve the documents as presented; and
WHEREAS, on May 18, 2026, as part of the approval of HIP Program documents, the City Council adopted an addendum to the previously approved Initial Study–Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS-MND) (SCH #2021120390) for the City of San Fernando Housing Element Update Project finding that pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15162: the HIP Project does not cause any conditions beyond what was studied in the IS-MND, no subsequent IS-MND is required, and the addendum is the appropriate level of environmental analysis under CEQA Guidelines Section 15164 and no further CEQA findings are required for this Land Use Element amendment; and
WHEREAS, the City prepared HIP Program related documents including the General Plan Land Use Element Amendment as detailed in Exhibit “A” attached hereto.
NOW, THEREFORE, CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN FERNANDO CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE, AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Recitals. The recitals above are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 2. Land Use Element Amendment Findings. Pursuant to San Fernando Municipal City Code Division 10 the following findings for adoption of the proposed Land Use Element Amendment can be made in a positive manner as follows:
a. The proposed amendment is consistent with the objectives, policies, general land uses and programs of the city’s general plans.
The amendment adds the CMU‑1 (Commercial Mixed‑Use Neighborhood) and CMU‑2 (Commercial Mixed‑Use Corridor) zones as implementing zoning districts for the City’s commercial land use designations. This update does not change the underlying commercial land use categories or the City’s long‑term vision for these areas. Rather, it clarifies how adopted commercial land uses are implemented through the Zoning Code, supporting General Plan objectives related to mixed‑use development, housing opportunities, economic vitality, and efficient use of land and infrastructure.
California law requires that a jurisdiction’s General Plan and zoning regulations be consistent. The addition of CMU1 and CMU2 to the Land Use Element ensures that the General Plan accurately reflects the City’s adopted zoning framework following the removal of the Mixed-Use Overlay and the establishment of base mixed-use zones. This amendment aligns the Land Use Element with the Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map, eliminating ambiguity regarding how commercial land use designations are implemented and strengthening the City’s overall planning framework. The proposed amendment also makes the Land Use Element consistent with the Housing Element.
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3 The amendment is administrative and clarifying in nature. It does not redesignate land, increase allowable densities or intensities, or modify development standards. The CMU-1 and CMU-2 zones implement existing commercial land use designations using updated zoning terminology and structure, ensuring continuity with previously adopted policies while improving regulatory clarity.
b. The adoption of the proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare.
The amendment does not authorize or approve any specific development project and does not result in direct physical impacts. Instead, it improves the legal clarity, consistency, and effectiveness of the City’s planning documents. By strengthening the relationship between the General Plan and the Zoning Code and ensuring compliance with State law, the amendment serves the public interest and supports orderly, well-planned development that protects the health, safety, and welfare of the community.
SECTION 3. Record of Proceeding. The documents and other materials that constitute the record of the proceedings upon which the City Council’s decision is based, which include, but are not limited to, the environmental documents, staff reports, as well as materials that support the staff reports for the proposed project and are located in the Community Development Department of the City of San Fernando at 117 Macneil Street, San Fernando, CA 91340. The custodian of these documents is in the City Clerk of the City of San Fernando.
SECTION 4. Determination. Based on the findings outlined above, the City Council of the City of San Fernando hereby adopts the General Plan Land Use Element Amendment, attached hereto as Exhibit “A”.
SECTION 5. Certification of the Resolution. The City Clerk of the City of San Fernando, California, shall certify the adoption of this resolution and shall cause a certified resolution to be filed in the Office of the City Clerk.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 18th day of May, 2026.
Joel Fajardo, Mayor of the City of San
Fernando, California
ATTEST:
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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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 Resolution No. 8453, 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 18th day of May 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 ________, 2026.
Julia Fritz, City Clerk
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Engagement Summary
Number of events:
14 The City of San Fernando launched the Housing and Zoning Implementation Program to carry out key actions in the Housing Element, including updates to the Zoning Code, the Corridors Specific Plan (SP-5), the Density Bonus Ordinance, the 2002 Historic Survey, and new Objective Design Standards.
To guide this work, the City developed an Outreach and Engagement Strategy that created multiple entry points for residents, organizations, and stakeholders to participate, sharing perspectives on the future of housing, zoning, and design and development in San Fernando. Engagement began in Spring 2025, with major activities over the summer, continuing through Spring 2026.
Housing and Zoning Implementation Program
Overview
Engagement at a Glance
Community Members Reached:
Number of survey responses:
102
Engagement methods used:
English & Spanish 5
Languages Used:
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Engagement Methods and Reach
Participant Identification and Outreach Methods
Participants were reached through a blend of targeted outreach and citywide communications:
The City sent targeted invitations for focus groups to City Staff and members of the architecture and development community.
General City communications encouraged broader community participation through e-blasts, flyers posted at City Hall, and social media posts.
The City reached residents from different parts of the city and people who might not typically participate in formal meetings by strategically selecting pop-up locations.
Community Engagement Activities
The City held several opportunities for direct community participation, summarized in the table below.
Activity Type Date(s) Estimated
Participants Location Description
Planning Commission
Study Session 1 8/12/2025 5 City Hall Planning Commission; Projectoverview and early feedback City Council Study
Session 1 9/10-2025 5 City Hall City Council; Project overviewand early feedback Planning Commission
Study Session 2 2/9/2026 5 City Hall Planning Commission; Reviewof drafts City Council Study
Session 2 2/11/2026 5 City Hall City Council; Review of drafts Pop-Up 1 6/1/2025 24 San Fernando Brewery Pride
Event Loteria Express Pop-Up
Pop-Up 2 6/14/2025 20 Father’s Day Dance at Las
Palmas Senior Center Loteria Express Pop-Up
Pop-Up 3 7/18/2025 23 Movies at the Park at
Recreation Park Loteria Express Pop-Up
Pop-Up 4 8/23/2025 20 Concerts at the Park at Las
Palmas Park Survey Promotion Pop-Up
Pop-Up 5 8/30/2025 18 City’s 114 Birthday at Casa
Lopez Adobe
th
Survey Promotion Pop-Up
Pop-Up 6 2/11/2026 15 Las Palmas Park Draft Review Pop-Up Pop-Up 7 2/21/2026 10 Recreation Park Draft Review Pop-Up Design and Development
Survey
8/12/2025-
9/28/2025 102 Virtual Wider community
Community Workshop:
Zoning Loteria 12/4/2025 7 Las Palmas Park Senior Center Wider community Focus Group #1 8/5/2025 2 Virtual City Staff
Focus Group #2 8/27/2025 2 Virtual Architecture and Development Community
Total 263
Engagement Activity Metrics Table
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Outreach and Communications
To sustain visibility throughout the engagement period, the project team coordinated a range of digital and physical outreach tools, including:
Four e-blasts announcing the release of draft documents for review and promoting the Zoning Loteria workshop
Creation of a project section on the City’s website
Draft documents uploaded to the project webpage
Three social media posts through City channels in English/Spanish A project fact sheet summarizing background and goals – provided in English/Spanish A flyer promoting the Design and Development Survey – provided in English/Spanish A workshop flyer advertising the community workshop – provided in English/Spanish A postcard with a QR code to review the draft documents - provided in English/Spanish 3 May 18, 2026 Special & Regular Mtg Page 186 of 350
Key Themes
Throughout the engagement process, these themes and priorities surfaced the most among San Fernando residents:
Historic character and identity Parking concerns Housing for families Community pride/Identity Spanish-style architecture Affordable housing Multigenerational living Senior housing Accessibility Victorian homes
ADUs
Supporting local businesses
Spanish-language engagement
Neighborhood safety
Parks & green space Clean streets & maintenance Sidewalks & lighting Trails
Gathering spaces
In-person engagement
Implications for Decision-Making
The table below summarizes what residents and other key interested parties expressed most strongly throughout engagement and how those perspectives informed key policy and regulatory documents. Identifying these takeaways helps integrate community identified topics into planning and zoning decisions.
Engagement Takeaways and Policy Connections Table
What People Want How it Informs the Document
More active businesses and less
vacancies
Updates and modernizes commercial uses in Zoning Code
Aligns Maclay District uses in SP-5 with Downtown District uses
Variety in architectural styles, but
buildings should generally match nearby
homes
Includes six architectural styles in the Objective Design Standards aligned with community character
More green space in the form of trails
and parks
Requires publicly accessible open space for projects over 10 units
Updates common and private open space standards and
requires more common open space in the Zoning Code
More multi-family housing with three or
more bedrooms
Adds Density Bonus Ordinance provisions granting up to a 5% bonus for projects with at least 20% three-plus-bedroom units
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AGENDA REPORT
ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT 117 MACNEIL STREET, SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340 (818) 898-1202 WWW.SANFERNANDO.ORG 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: May 18, 2026
Subject: A Public Hearing to Present the Status of Staff Vacancies and Recruitment and Retention Efforts for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 as Required by Government Code Section 3502.3
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
a. Conduct a public hearing regarding the status of vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts in accordance with Government Code Section 3502.3; and b. Pending public testimony, receive and file the City’s Position Vacancy and Recruitment and Retention Efforts Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026.
BACKGROUND:
1. On September 22, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 2561 (AB 2561) into law, adding a section to the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act (“Meyers-Milias Act”) that creates a new obligation for public agencies to publicly address the status of their vacant job positions and their recruitment and retention efforts.
2. On January 1, 2025, AB 2561 went into effect, and added Section 3502.3 to the Government Code (GC), mandating public agencies to hold at least one (1) public hearing per fiscal year, and before adopting the final budget, to discuss the City’s workforce vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts.
3. On June 2, 2025, the City Council received and filed its first public hearing regarding the status of staff vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts as required by AB 2561.
4. On May 7, 2026, the City published a Public Hearing notice on the City’s intent to present information regarding the status of staff vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts as required by GC Section 3502.3, which is required to be heard by the City Council at least once per Fiscal Year.
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