City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: May 16, 2023
From: Carlos Fandino, City Administrator
Department: City Administration
Submitted by: Lilia Hernandez, Assistant to City Administrator Subject
Proclamation Commending Sweetener Products Company on its 100th Anniversary Recommendation
Acknowledge and present a proclamation in recognition of Sweetener Products Company for its 100th year in business.
Background
Founded in 1923 as Sugar Products Manufacturing Company in Los Angeles, Sweetener Products Company (Sweetener) relocated to a 10,000 square foot facility in Vernon in 1937.
Since then, Sweetener expanded its operations in the City to 11 acres and two full-service facilities. Currently, the Company is considered the largest full-service SQF Level 3 sugar melting nutritive and sweetener blending and distribution business in the Western United States.
As an active member of the Vernon Chamber of Commerce (Chamber), Sweetener Products has been an engaged member of the business community and was named the Corporate Citizen of the Year by the Chamber in November 2022. Over the years, the Company has also supported local schools, including Vernon City Elementary School, and participated in community service projects through the Rio Hondo – Vernon Rotary Club.
Sweetener Products Company is a true American success story whose centennial anniversary and many contributions to the economy and local community during the past 100 years warrant recognition. As part of the City’s Business Appreciation and Recognition Program, the City of Vernon is pleased to recognize Sweetener Products Company for this milestone anniversary and looks forward to many more years of success for the Company.
Fiscal Impact
The fiscal impact associated with this item is minimal and was included in the budget as part of funds earmarked for the City’s Business Appreciation and Recognition Program. Sufficient funds are available in the General Fund, Industrial Development Department, Advertisement/Promotion Account No. 011-010-150-525000 for the current fiscal year.
Attachments
1. Proclamation – Sweetener Products Co.