• A System Survey will be provided describing chemical application points, water treatment processes and uses, and water flow diagrams will be provided. This survey will also include a one-line diagram of the whole-plant water system labeling all major equipment and chemical injection points.
• A People Survey will be provided describing plant contacts, responsible reporting parties, and vendor contacts. This list will be updated annually. • A Program Administration Manual (PAM) will be provided that includes an overview for each treatment system, chemical program and product descriptions, feed points, target concentrations, control and troubleshooting guidelines. Both hard and soft copies of the PAM will be provided and updated at least annually. Nalco has worked with site personnel to keep your detailed commissioning program description up to date as we have completed operator training and made program adjustments. • Written personal service reports (PSR) for each site visit will be provided describing services performed, problems found, actions taken, recommendation for the plant, and planned follow-up. For more information see Nalco’s Six Service Standards section below.
• A Service Plan will be provided describing the frequency of site visits, specific services to be performed during each visit, and the frequency of recurring service items. ..
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NALCO SERVICE PLAN
Service Component Weekly
Daily
Twice a
Month Quarterly Yearly As Required Ongoing
Annual Business Review Nalco
Update of People Survey Nalco
Personal Service Reports & Updates Nalco
Automated 3DTrasar and EData Report Nalco
Update-Plant Survey & Operations Nalco MGS
Nalco
Program Administration Manual Nalco
Update of Annual Service Plan
MGS
Nalco
Routine Service Calls
Nalco
Boiler Water System Testing MGS Nalco
Cooling Water System Testing MGS Nalco
Legionella Testing Nalco
Deposit Analysis Nalco
Corrosion Coupon Analysis Nalco
Equipment Inspections with
Photographs Nalco
Inspection & Calibration of Feed
Systems Nalco MGS
Inventory of Test Reagents and Test
Kits MGS
Metallographic Analysis Nalco
Operator Training (Chemical Safety) Nalco
Operator Training (System Operation) Nalco
Recommendations for System Control Nalco Nalco
Review of Treatment Logs MGS Nalco MGS
Treatment Chemical Inventory MGS Nalco
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• An annual business review will be conducted documenting the total value of all goods and services consumed, the estimated expenditures for the coming year, a summary of projects completed and supporting data for any cost savings achieved, and technical and financial goals for the coming year. Soft copies of this review will be provided. • Inspection of water and steam system during operation and outages will be provided. A written report detailing equipment status and recommendations will be supplied within 4 weeks of any inspection, but is usually provide the same day as the inspection with pictures and text. Nalco will meet with plant personnel at least monthly to determine the need for inspections in the following month.
• Water and deposit analysis will be performed at Nalco’s analytical laboratory and specified in the RFP and as needed to verify the proper operation of our chemicals and services. Sample containers will be provided, and a written analysis and sample results will be provided within four weeks of the sample date.
• Metallographic analysis can be performed at the Nalco Water Analytical Laboratory to ensure proper operation of the Nalco provided chemistry and services. Written analysis and sample results will be provided within 4 weeks of the sample date. • Laboratory procedure and training will be provided to ensure proper performance of chemical tests required to ensure proper application of Nalco chemicals and services.
Training can be provided annually and will consist of a single pre-scheduled laboratory procedures demonstration where a Nalco representative will meet with available plant operators to perform wet chemistry and demonstrate the proper wet test procedures.
Documentation will be provided showing the persons trained, date, and time. A soft copy of training materials will be provided. • Visual inspection for each chemical feed, control, and storage system will be provided at least annually. This inspection will identify any necessary repairs or safety issues and that SDS are properly updated for each storagetank. Recommendations will be provided concerning feed and control system improvements. A soft copy of this report will be provided.
• Nalco will provide monitoring, control, and corrective actions for plant water systems.
This service will include a review of log sheets and trends for plant water streams or systems for data provided. Recommendations for improvement will be provided for any parameter with less than 80% of readings within the target range. A soft copy will be provided.
• Nalco will provide detailed chemistry evaluations and recommendations for each system’s chemical treatment program. Nalco will review the treatment program design, purpose, and efficacy; compare chemical treatment program goals to results; and A soft copy copies will be provided.
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• Provide corrosion rate monitoring of recirculating, and closed loop cooling systems.
Corrosion coupon results will be maintained in a Nalco supplied database and made available to the plant at least quarterly. Reports shall include both general and pitting corrosion rates. Coupon exposure time shall be approximately 90 days. A soft copy of all reports will be provided.
• In-service inspections of the MGS evaporative cooling tower will be performed at least twice per year. The MGS cooling tower is routinely given a visual inspection during each service visit. Any anomalies will be noted in the service report as a soft copy email to site personnel. As noted, a soft copy of this report will be provided. • Annual training will be provided for operators, supervisors, and managers as requested by MGS management. It will be provided on basic water chemistry, cooling systems, HRSG systems, and pre-treatment systems. Other topics as determined by site management are also appropriate, including the Nalco on-line E-data system and the on-line eCommerce system. Training will include at least two different training sessions covering the same material to accommodate shift schedules, however we have been most successful when conducting the same training over four (4) successive weeks to reach all four shifts when on their day rotation. Training material and records will be provided in an electronic formats. Hard copy documents appropriate to the training topic may be provided as a appropriate for each training topic, • Onsite emergency response during normal working hours: Nalco will provide no less than less than two (2) emergency contacts and a 24-hour emergency response phone number.
• Provide chemistry data trending software capable of importing existing plant data to ensure previous historical data is retained: Nalco’s E-data system has been in service for close to (5) years for some systems. The E-data logs can be exported to Excel and off-line Excl log sheets generated by E-data can be used to upload off-line data back to E-data.
• Provide recirculating, and closed loop cooling system biological control monitoring including sessile bacteria counts, bacteria metabolic residuals and bacteria speciation analysis at least quarterly. Reports shall include recommendations for improvements, cost analysis of biological treatment programs, and evaluation of current program efficacy. Electronic reports including speciation analysis shall be provided to the plant quarterly.
• Quarterly reporting of all corrosion data will be included in the corresponding monthly report.
• Annual reports will include Business Reviews, chemistry evaluations, and chemical safety audits in the corresponding monthly report.
• Special reports will include outage inspection of water and steam systems, deposit samples, specially requested water samples, metallographic analysis, and training presentations.
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Action Link Emergency Response Team
1 – 800 – 424 – 9300
EMERGENCY NUMBER
24 HOURS/DAY
The Nalco Water ALERT Emergency Response System was created to minimize the human and environmental impact of all incidents involving Nalco Water products, and to work to prevent future incidents. The Distribution Safety Department is responsible for the management of the Nalco Water ALERT System. Distribution Safety is also responsible for responding to all distribution and transportation emergency incidents.* Nalco Environmental Health & Safety Toxicologists respond to all medical exposures involving our products. *A transportation emergency is any occurrence, which results, or is likely to result, in an uncontrolled release of product while a shipment is loading, in transit, or unloading.
In case of an emergency, a special number is printed on shipping papers, product labels, and Material Safety Data Sheets: 1-800-424-9300. A call to that number activates the ALERT Emergency Response System.
Nalco Customer Delivery Specialists, common carriers and all other parties involved in the management of the distribution channel are instructed to call the emergency number in the event of a leaking container or spill. Notification of an incident to the ALERT System is mandatory regardless of the quantity involved or if the product is hazardous or non-hazardous. (Delivery Specialists are not trained to aggressively stop or clean up major spills; however, if it is safe to do so, they will secure the scene and take limited containment action.)
When a call comes in, the Control Center obtains preliminary information, instructs the caller to stand by, and notifies the Emergency Response Coordinators (ERCs) in Distribution Safety.
ERCs are divided into three groups and are on-call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In an emergency, the Control Center first pages ERC Group A. If Group A does not respond within five minutes, the Control Center will contact Group B. If the ..
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Control Center is unable to reach Group B within five minutes, they will proceed to Group C, again by telephone contact. Since 1995, ERC Group A has responded to over 2,900 incidents. During that same time period, only two incidents have gone on to be responded to by ERC Group B.
ERCs are the primary decision-makers in an emergency. The methodology used by the ERC is a disciplined approach to minimize the human and environmental impact of the incident. Once the Control Center contacts an ERC, he or she is provided with preliminary information. The ERC then contacts the caller to obtain more details and proceeds to develop an action strategy. When necessary, the ERC coordinates Nalco Water or carrier emergency response teams, contractors, and civil authorities to begin recovery operations. The ERC has cradle-to-grave responsibility for the incident and ensures that all parties involved handle the incident appropriately.
The ERC may also arrange an on-site remediation response if the incident involves the company fleet, if civil authorities request Nalco Water to respond on-site, or if a common carrier is unable to arrange remediation. These efforts may or may not include a Nalco Emergency Response Team (ERT).
Nalco Emergency Response Teams conduct on-site cleanup, remediation and recovery. They are available only at Nalco Water plant locations. The facility manager is responsible for making the final decision on mobilizing an ERT.
If a company ERT is not able to respond to an emergency, the ERC will hire an emergency response contractor. Distribution Safety maintains a special list of contractors for this purpose. The ERC may also contact CHEMTREC (Chemical Transportation Emergency Center), for a referral. CHEMTREC is a service established by the American Chemistry Council (ACC).
Because Nalco Water is also a subscriber to CHEMNET, a CMA mutual aid network, Nalco Water can request assistance from a chemical company that is near the scene.
The ALERT System also processes calls on medical emergencies and customer incidents that involve Nalco Water products.
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Nalco Company LLC
Services Agreement
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EXHIBIT B
SCHEDULE
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Chemical Treatment Program Summary
Program Pricing
Nalco proposes to provide both Nalco Specialty Chemicals, along with the commodities of Sodium Hypochlorite and Sulfuric Acid for use in the water treatment systems.
The pricing for the Nalco Specialty Chemicals is set for the following 12 months. See section below on Pricing Adjustment Policy for how adjustments are made to these products.
The pricing for the commodity chemicals is set for 3 months and is evaluated every quarter based upon commodity chemistry pricing available to Nalco. Nalco does a rigorous job of selecting and negotiating for commodity chemistry but the chemical prices for these products can be much more volatile than the Specialty Chemicals produced by Nalco. Commodity pricing can go up or down on a quarterly basis depending on market trends.
It should be noted that total expenses for the MGS operation are directly tied to the run rates of the power plant operation. In this proposal, the average run rate of 2023 and 2024 were used to calculate expected total cost. If the run rate should be reduced significantly, the City of Vernon should expect the expenses to drop significantly as well.
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Total Estimated Annual Cost Subtotal = $275,538.10
Invoicing
Once per month, Nalco will calculate the total usage of chemical for the site and issue one Invoice per month.
Price Adjustment Policy
In June 2026, and each June following, the product, analytical, and service prices will be reviewed.
Any adjustments will become effective the following July1 st
.
The following price adjustment formula will be used for specialty chemicals and services, with an allowed price adjustment range no higher than 7% and no lower than 2%. % Price Adjustment = 40% Labor + 60% Chemical, where
Labor = NAICS Employment Cost Index (CIU2010000000000I) Chemical = 55% PCU325 +
20% WPU061 +
15% WPU067905 +
10% WPU061303
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Commodity chemistry pricing is adjusted on a quarterly basis based on actual costs from the supplier.
Extraordinary Inflationary Disruption
Product Pricing Hardship – Contractor may temporarily increase the prices for the products or services if, at any time during the term of this agreement, an Extraordinary Inflationary Disruption occurs. Extraordinary Inflationary Disruption is defined as an increase in raw materials, freight, labor, or energy costs beyond the control of Contractor of (7%) percent and sustained over a three-month period. Any price change will take effect on the fourth month. If Nalco Water’s cost decrease below the (7%) threshold sustained over a three-month period, pricing will return to previously maintained pricing in the fourth month prior to the hardship price. • Contractor will provide the Owner the following hardship detail: o Product(s)/package(s) affected o Original Price/New Price o %Cost Change o Raw material or material family causing cost change The City of Vernon will have a 30 day grace period to allow review and approval by City Council. ..
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Nalco Company LLC
Services Agreement
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EXHIBIT C
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
PRACTICES PROVISIONS
A. Contractor certifies and represents that, during the performance of this Agreement, the contractor and each subcontractor shall adhere to equal opportunity employment practices to assure that applicants and employees are treated equally and are not discriminated against because of their race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, handicap, sex, or age. Contractor further certifies that it will not maintain any segregated facilities.
B. Contractor agrees that it shall, in all solicitations or advertisements for applicants for employment placed by or on behalf of Contractor, state that it is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" or that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, handicap, sex or age.
C. Contractor agrees that it shall, if requested to do so by the City, certify that it has not, in the performance of this Agreement, discriminated against applicants or employees because of their membership in a protected class.
D. Contractor agrees to provide the City with access to, and, if requested to do so by City, through its awarding authority, provide copies of all of its records pertaining or relating to its employment practices, except to the extent such records or portions of such records are confidential or privileged under state or federal law.
E. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed in any manner as to require or permit any act which is prohibited by law.
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EXHIBIT D
LEGIONELLA ANALYTICAL/TESTING SERVICES
1. Analytical
a) Culturing and testing procedures require up to 14 days for confirmation and reporting of test results.
b) All test samples will be submitted to the Contractor Lab which holds the appropriate certifications for performing analytical services and Legionella culture testing (CDC- ELITE, ISO 9001:2008, QWAS-LGC, UKAS-PHE).
c) Legionella testing will be performed per the International Organization of Standardization ISO method 11731 or an equivalent method.
d) The Lab can detect Legionella at a limit of 0.1 Colony Forming Units per Milliliter (CFU/mL).
e) The Lab reserves the right to process a water sample at a different detection limit due to limitations caused by water sample quality such as turbidity or other contaminants that would prevent a sample from being processed at the detection limit requested. f) Analytical results are reported as follows: Total Legionella (all species), Legionella pneumophila Serogroup 1, Legionella pneumophila Serogroups 2-14 (combined), Other Legionella species (all non-pneumophila species), Fluorescent Legionella (reported if detected).
2. Sample Submittal
Test samples will be shipped by overnight courier using the Lab provided test kits. The Lab is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays. Therefore, test samples cannot be collected/shipped on Fridays or the day before a holiday.
3. Test Reports
Analytical results will only be reported electronically via email to designated City contacts.
4. Terms of Service
a) Contractor recommends that Legionella analytical testing be performed and interpreted within the context of a properly designed Legionella or Waterborne Pathogen Water Safety Plan or equivalent.
b) The City understands and acknowledges they have sole responsibility for interpretation of test results and for responding and taking corrective action for any detectable species of Legionella.
c) Unless mutually agreed in a separate written service contract signed by authorized Contractor and the City representatives, Contractor is not responsible for any corrective action to remediate or respond to any detectable species of Legionella. ..
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EXHIBIT E
CONTRACTOR-OWNED EQUIPMENT TERMS AND DIGITAL PROGRAM TERMS Contractor-Owned Equipment Terms
For equipment (including Porta-Feed units, 3D TRASAR, OMNI, Purate, and Pareto equipment and other proprietary equipment of Contractor and any associated computer hardware or software) furnished to City on a rental or use basis (the “Equipment”), the following terms and conditions shall also apply.
1. Equipment shall remain the sole personal property of Contractor even though City may attach Equipment to realty. Contractor may cause such Equipment to be marked to indicate its ownership. City shall take no action which is inconsistent with Contractor’s title to the Equipment, and shall not move, encumber or alter the Equipment without Contractor’s written authorization. City shall be responsible for any personal property or use taxes associated with the Equipment.
2. City shall not use the Equipment with any materials or products other than those recommended or approved by Contractor. The proper functioning of the Equipment is conditioned upon City operating it in accordance with Contractor’s recommendations.
3. City shall install and provide the utilities necessary for the Equipment, and will provide a suitable location for the Equipment, including but not limited to shelter, tank pads, spill protection, foundations, etc., as appropriate. City shall receive, unload, place and remove Equipment at no cost to Contractor and should be responsible for procuring any necessary permits or licenses for such actions. With respect to Porta-Feed units, City agrees to provide access for a standard truck (min. 40 feet end-to-end, 14 feet high) to be driven safely to an area (e.g. loading dock) in the vicinity of the base tank to offload refill units.
4. City shall not alter the Equipment without Contractor’s written authorization. City assumes all risk of loss or liability arising from or pertaining to its possession, operation or use of the Equipment, and shall indemnify, defend and hold Contractor harmless from all losses, claims, damages and expenses arising from City’s possession and use of the Equipment except to the extent damage to the Equipment is caused by Contractor’s negligence or willful misconduct. City shall obtain and maintain for the term of this Contract all risks property insurance against loss or damage to the Equipment.
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Contract with respect to Equipment including but not limited to data-hosting, transmission of data through internet service providers and use other service providers. Contractor shall have the right to inspect and service Equipment during normal City business hours.
6. Upon termination of this Contract by either Contractor or City, City shall return Equipment to Contractor at City’s sole expense in the same condition as received, ordinary wear and tear excepted. In the event Equipment is lost, damaged or destroyed, City shall pay to Contractor the cost of replacement, or of repair at Contractor’s standard charges then in effect, unless such loss or damage is attributable to the negligence or willful misconduct of Contractor. During the term of this Contract, the Equipment will remain the exclusive property of Contractor.
7. City shall promptly notify Contractor of any material change in City’s status, including, but not limited to, change of address, desired Equipment location, close of business.
8. Contractor reserves the right to use non-union labor for supervised, installation, testing and service of Equipment.
9. City agrees to inform Contractor of any special or unusual safety precautions that should be taken because of conditions in City’s plant or process.
Digital Program Terms
Ecolab Digital Program(s) and the software, websites, mobile applications, or other interactive properties through which the Ecolab Digital Program is delivered (collectively, the “Program”) are subject to the Digital Program General Terms and Conditions, including Ecolab’s Data Processing Agreement incorporated herein by reference and available at https://www.ecolab.com/ecolab3dtandc (the “Digital Terms”). To the extent of any conflict between the Digital Terms and this Agreement, the Digital Terms will govern regarding any technical and legal aspects of the platform usage, but the commercial terms (term/subscription fee) of this Agreement will govern regarding all other aspects including usage of the Program. ..
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City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: July 1, 2025
From: Genoveva Rocha, City Clerk
Department: City Clerk
Submitted by: Yonnie Parker, Deputy City Clerk
Subject
Commission and Committee Appointments
Recommendation
A. Appoint two (2) Vernon Area Representatives and one (1) Council Member Representative to full four-year terms (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029) to the Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee;
B. Appoint one (1) Business Representative, one (1) Resident Representative (non-City Council Member), and one (1) Resident Representative (City Council Member) to full four-year terms (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029) to the Vernon Housing Commission; C. Appoint one (1) Vernon Business Representative to a partial term (July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026) to the Green Vernon Commission; and
D. Direct the City Clerk to continue recruitment efforts until all Commission and Committee vacant seats are filled.
Background
The City has several Commission and Committees established by Ordinance that serve to advise the City Council on policy matters or review specific issues and carry-out assignments as requested by the Council or prescribed by law. Pursuant to Title 2 of the Vernon Municipal Code, the City Council has the pleasure of making appointments to each body. Appointments to fill the current vacancies will comply with the requirement of the Code to provide for staggered terms on each Commission. Except for City Council Members, serving members may receive a stipend of $100 per meeting, up to a maximum of $200 in any calendar month.
Currently, there are vacancies on the Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee, the Vernon Housing Commission, and the Green Vernon Commission. The recruitment began in April to fill scheduled (term expiration) and unscheduled (resignation) vacancies and was widely advertised on the City’s website and social media outlets as well as distributed through the Vernon Chamber of Commerce. The due date to submit an application was extended twice aiming to reach a greater number of potential candidates and, on May 27, the due date was updated to sustain the recruitment until all vacant seats are filled.
VERNON COMMUNITY FUND GRANT COMMITTEE (VCFGC) serves to improve the quality of life for the Vernon Area by awarding student scholarships and grants to charitable and governmental entities for projects and programs that benefit those who live, work, and attend school in Vernon and its surrounding communities.
The Committee consists of seven members: One representing member of the California Legislature; four Vernon Area Representatives that reside or work in the Vernon area; one Business Representative who represents the owner or operator of a business located in Vernon; and one current City Council Member. Each member serves a four-year term, and the Committee meets on the 3rd Wednesday in May and November at 10:00 a.m.
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expired on June 30, 2025. During the recruitment to fill the scheduled vacancies, one (1) Vernon Area Representative seat was resigned in May, vacated earlier than the term expiration. The unexpired seat was posted pursuant to regulations outlined in Government Code Section 54974.
The following candidates are presented to the City Council for appointment consideration:
Two (2) Vernon Area Representative seats (full 4-year terms July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2029) • Steven Froberg is a current representative and is eligible to serve a second term • Frank Gaviña is a current representative and is eligible to serve a second term One (1) Resident Council Member (full 4-year term July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2029) • Council Member Lopez is a current representative and is eligible to serve a second term Upon appointment of Area Representatives, vacant seats will remain. Therefore, the City Clerk will continue recruitment efforts to fill vacancies until such time the Committee has seven seated members.
VERNON HOUSING COMMISSION (VHC) makes decisions regarding leasing, market rental rates, repair and maintenance and offers recommendations to the City Council on potential divestment and development opportunities.
The Commission consists of seven members: Three Vernon Residents, one of whom shall be a member of the City Council; three Vernon Business Representatives that own or operate a business in the City; and one Business Employee. Each member serves a four-year term, and the Commission meets on the 2nd Wednesday each quarter in the months of March, June, September, and December at 6:00 p.m.
One (1) Vernon Business Representative seat, one (1) Vernon Resident Representative seat, and one (1) Vernon Resident Council Member seat expired on June 30, 2025. The following candidates are presented to the City Council for appointment consideration:
One (1) Vernon Business Representative (full 4-year term July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2029) • Jacquie Cabrera • Frank Gaviña One (1) Vernon Resident Representative (full 4-year term July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2029) • Ulisses Sanchez • Dora Douglas • Sandra Solorzano One (1) Resident Council Member (full 4-year term July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2029) • Council Member Lopez is a current representative and is eligible to serve a second term GREEN VERNON COMMISSION (GVC) reviews the City’s Sustainability Action Plan and provides a forum for addressing the public’s concerns relating to sustainability and energy efficiency issues.
The Commission consists of seven members: Three Vernon Business Representatives; two Labor Representatives; and two Environmental Representatives engaged in the advancement of environmental and sustainability issues. Each member serves a four-year term, and the Commission meets on the 3rd Wednesday each quarter in the months of March, June, September, and December at 3:30 p.m.
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was resigned, vacated earlier than the term expiration, and was posted pursuant to regulations outlined in Government Code Section 54974. The following candidates are presented to the City Council for appointment consideration: • Jacquie Cabrera • Frank Gaviña Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.
Attachments
1. Notice Inviting Applications
2. Notice of Unscheduled Vacancy
3. Recruitment Flyer
4. Applications Received Chart
5. VCFGC Applications
6. VHC Applications
7. GVC Applications
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REVISED NOTICE INVITING APPLICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT TO
COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
The City of Vernon is accepting applications for appointments to the following Commissions and Committees:
CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee
One (1) Vernon Area Representative – Partial Term through June 30, 2026 Three (3) Vernon Area Representatives– Full Term through June 30, 2029 Housing Commission
One Business Representative– Full Term through June 30, 2029 One Vernon Resident– Full Term through June 30, 2029
Green Vernon Commission
One Business Representative – Partial Term through June 30, 2026 Information on each commission/committee and the application is available on the City’s website at http://www.cityofvernon.org/BoardAppointments or through the City Clerk Department at [email protected] or (323) 583-8811, ext. 546.
Appointments will be made at the City Council meeting on June 3, 2025. Applications must be received by May 27, 2025, to be considered for appointment.
Post: May 14, 2025
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CITY OF VERNON
NOTICE OF UNSCHEDULED VACANCY
(Government Code Section 54974)
VACANT POSITION PREVIOUS INCUMBENT APPOINTMENT DATE
Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant
Committee Clara Gazcon June
3, 2025
Green Vernon Commission Clara Gazcon June 3, 2025
Interested persons should contact the City Clerk Department at (323) 583-8811, ext. 546 or by email at [email protected] for more information.
Posted: May 13, 2025
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Applications for the following City of Vernon Commissions and Committees are being accepted continuously until filled Green Vernon Commission
One (1) Business Representative– Unexpired Term through June 2026 The Green Vernon Commission reviews the Sustainability Action Plan and provides a forum for addressing the public’s concerns relating to sustainability and energy efficiency issues.
Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee
One (1) Vernon Area Representative – Unexpired Term through June 2026 Three (3) Vernon Area Representatives– Term through June 2029 The Committee awards student scholarships and grants to charitable and governmental entities for projects and programs that benefit those who live, work, and attend school in the Vernon area.
Vernon Housing Commission
One (1) Business Representative – Term through June 2029 One (1) Vernon Resident – Term through June 2029
The Housing Commission makes decisions regarding leasing, market rental rates, repair, and maintenance of City-owned housing, and offers recommendations to the City Council regarding potential divestment and development opportunities.
Additional information and applications for each
commission/committee are available on the City’s website at www.CityofVernon.org/BoardAppointments,
or through the City Clerk Department at
[email protected] (323) 583-8811, ext. 546.
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COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEE
S
LIST OF APPLICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT
July 1, 2025
VERNON HOUSING COMMISSION APPLICANTS
One Business Representative (Full Term July 1, 2025 - June 2029)• Cabrera, Jacquie- Business Rep. • Gavina, Frank – Business Rep.
One Vernon Resident (Full Term July 1, 2025 -June 2029)• Sanchez, Ulisses– Resident Rep. • Douglas, Dora– Resident Rep.
• Solorzano, Sandra – Resident Rep.
GREEN VERNON COMMISSION APPLICANTS
One Business Representative
(Partial Term July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026)
• Cabrera, Jacquie– Business Rep.
• Gavina, Frank – Business Rep.
VERNON COMMUNITY FUND GRANT
COMMITTEE
APPLICANTS
Three Vernon Area Representatives
(Full Term July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2029)
One Vernon Area Representative (Partial Term July 1, 2025 -June 30, 2026 )
• *Froberg, Steven– Area Rep.
• *Gavina, Frank – Area Rep.
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Cornmissiory'Committee (see page 2 for qralifications):
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Name: Dora M. Dou las
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Qualifications and Reasons for lnterest in SeMng on a Commission / Committee (attach additional sheet if necessary):
I was responsible for preparing and organizing mortgage loan applications for undenruriting, er By signing lmeet requirements of the appointing category I have indicated. sig oare: May 5, 2025
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DORAM. DOUGLAS
City of Vernon, CA
Mortsape Lon Processor
Responsible for preparing and organizing mortgage loan applications for underwriting, ensuring all necessary documentation is collected, reviewed, and verified. I acted as a key point ofcontact for borrowers, loan officers, and underwriters, facilitating the loan process application from beginning to closing.
Kev Resoonsibiliti es:
Gathering and Organizing Documentation:
Collecting and veriffing essential documents like income statements, bank statements, credit reports, and property details.
Completing Loan Files:
Ensuring loan files are complete and accurate, meeting lender and regulatory standards.
Communicating with Stakeholders:
Collaborating with borrowers, loan oflicers, and third pa(ies to resolved discrepancies or obtaining missing information.
Ttacking Loan Progress:
Monitoring loan application and managing deadlines to ensure-timely processing.
Data Entry and Software Proficiency:
Inputting loan information into processing systems and using relevant software.
Ensuring Compliance:
Adhering to federal, state, and local lending regulations and compariy policies.
Preparing for Underwriting:
Preparing loan files for underwriting and assisting with closing procedures. ..
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Troubleshooting:
Identifliing and resolving issues that may delay loan approval or closing. llla intaining Records
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Keeping detailed records of communication and documentation.
Essential Skills:
o Attention to Detail: Meticulous organization and accuracy in reviewing applications and documentation.
' Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Effectively communicating with borrowers, loan offrcers, and underwrites.
. Time Management: Managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines. o Problem-Solving: Identifring and resolving issues that may arise during the loan process.
. Familiarity with Lending Regulations: Understanding and adhering to relevant federal, state, and local regulations.
. Software Proficiency: Proficiency in using loan processing software and relevant database systems.
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NOtl ALIFOTNIA
CITY OF VERNON
COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE APPLICATION
Commission/Committee (select all of interest) read back of form for qualifications and meeting information:
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Frank Gavina
Residence Address:
Occupation: Executive Employer: Gavina Coffee Company
Employer Address 2700 Fruitland Ave. Vernon CA 90058
fran k.gavi [email protected] Phone:
Qualmcations and Reasons for lnterest in Serving on a Commission i Committee (attach additional sheet if necessary):
I have chaired both the Vernon Housing Commission and the Community Fund Grant Committee c
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By signing below, I afflrm that I meet the requirements of the appointing category I have indicated. I affirm that I will file a Statement of Economic lnterests Form 700 and complete the required 2-hr A81234 Ethics Training within 30 days of receiving notice of appointment to a Commission.
Signature ffiHsi'Ju"o'-n'* ffiffi Date. 5128125
Emall to [email protected] or Mall to Clty Clerk Dopartment, 4305 Santa Fe Avenue, Vernon, CA 90058.
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and lndustry Commission as a:
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NITY Fund Grant Committee as a:
QBr"ir."" Representative Vemon Area Representative
Housing Commission as a:
$usiness Representative of Vemon Business Resldent
Residence Address:
Occupation:
Employer Address. 333 S. Grand Avenue, Suite 3310, Los Angeles, CA 90071 Email: [email protected] Phone
Qualifications and Reasons for lnterest in Serving on a Commission / Committee (attach additional sheet if necessary):
Please review my Statement of lnterest and Qualifications included with this file.
By signing below, I afiirm that I meet the requirements of the appointing category I have indicated Signature:
Emall to jlgglglXcqg.iqg@ or Mall to Clty Clork Department, 4305 Santa Fe Avenue, Vernon, CA 90058.
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Statement of lnterest and Oualifications
Vernon Housing Commission
Ulisses Sanchez
As a resident at 3560 E. Vernon Avenue, I humbly submit my Statement of lnterest and Qualifications for the Vernon Resident slot in the Vernon Housing Commission. lt is my desire to serve on the Vernon Housing Commission as lbelieve that lcan contribute during this time critical period in which the City will be making decisions that are aligned with its goals of growth that incorporate strategic opportunities which will include residential and business development.
Through my professional experience - working in local and state government along as a business owner who has consulted on various housing development projects - I have been able to witness first-hand how access to housing serves as lhe fundamental building block to any sustainable community. One key example is my work on the Weingart Center's Weingart Tower'l and 2 in Skid Row, which include over 400 units of housing with a mix of permanent supportive housing and affordable housing aimed at helping veterans within our community. ln this project, I oversaw the community outreach efforts and assisted with the entitlement process with the developer and non-profit partner with the City of Los Angeles. lt is a project that all of us involved are very proud of as it was built with the intent of bringing an attraclive construction model that incorporated innovative architectural designs that are seen more often in major market rate developments. We knew that being proud of one's home uplifts residents and that goal was achieved, setting a new standard for housing developments throughout Los Angeles.
When you begin to incorporate mixed-use development strategies, you begin to include amenities that are essential for any area to grow as a community, let alone begin to feel like one.
Exploring opportunities that will allow for the inclusion of businesses that are essential to building healthy communities (such as markets, restaurants and general goods) is something that lhope to be involved with through the Commission, providing input and be engaged in a manner where my contribution will serve as a real benefit to those who call Vernon home and serve as an attraction to those who explore the City of Vernon's new housing opportunities.
Recently, I had the honor to serve on the City of Vernon's Rebranding Steering Committee, which allowed me to engage with city staff and other stakeholders on how we see our city and how we wish to represent our city to others - from those who are familiar with the city to those who are new to the city. One key message that I walked away with from this experience was that the City of Vernon is ready to go in a new direction. away from the motto "exclusively industrial".
Ultimately, we saw that in the logo and the tagline we selected - "lndustry I community I lnnovation" - which the Council voted and adopted during the March 4th Council meeting.
Being a member of the City's Housing Commission will allow me to be a part of the City's efforts to iniorporate that mission and that vision. lt is a role that lwillfully and wholeheartedly will do, ensuring that my time on the Commission is one seen as a productive term that helped the City of Vernon move forward.
I thank you for your time and consideration. ..
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Emall to [email protected] or illall to Clty Clerk Dcpartment, 4306 Sama Fe Avenue, Vernon, CA 90058.
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Cdnmission/Committee (select all of interesl) read back of form for qualificalions and meeling inlormation siness and lndustry Cdnmission as
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OIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Employer: ROSE & SHORE, INC.
EmployerAddress Sl5l ALCOA AVE, VERNON' CA' 90058
Emait: [email protected] phone:
By signing below, I atfirm that I meet the requirements ol the appointing categov I nav-1i191c9te9.. I affirm that t ri1tt ite jstaternent of Economic lntere$s Form 700 and complete the required 2-ht AB1234 Ethics Training within 30 da iving notice of appointmenl to a Commission Sign
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REGEIVED
MAY 2 I 2025
NOr.l ALIFORNIA
CIiY CLERK'S OFFICE
CITY OF VERNON
COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE APPLICATION
Commission/Committee (select all of interest) read back of form for qualifications and meeting information usiness and lndustry Commission as:
Sr"in"r" Represenlative GealEstateProfessional QlaborRepresentative mUNITY Fund Grant Committee as
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en Vemon Commission as
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Residence Address:
Occupation: Executive Employer . Gavina Coffee Company
2700 Fruitland Ave. Vernon CA 90058 Employer Address:
Email: frank. [email protected] Phone:
Qualifications and Reasons for lnterest in Serving on a Commission / Committee (attach additional sheet if necessary):
I have chaired both the Vernon Housing Commission and the Community Fund Grant Committee cI
By signing below, I afiirm that I meet the requirements of the appointing category I have indicated. I afiirm that I will file a Statement of Economic lnterests Form 700 and complete the required 2-ht A81234 Ethics Training within 30 days of receiving notice of appointment to a Commission.
SiEnature:
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LOCAL APPOINTMENTS LIST
Government Code Section 54972
March 3, 2025
Following are the boards, commissions, and committee appointed by, and serving at the pleasure of the Vernon City Council.
1 BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY COMMISSION
The Vernon Business and Industry Commission consists of seven members including three individuals that represent the owner or operator of a business located in Vernon; two individuals that have knowledge of the Vernon real estate market; one individual who is employed by a business located in Vernon or who is a member of a labor union that represents workers at a business located in Vernon; and one current member of the Vernon City Council. Members serve four-year terms and shall serve no more than two full consecutive terms. The Commission’s regular meetings are quarterly (February, May, August, and November) on the second Thursday at 9:00 a.m. in the Vernon Council Chamber. (Municipal Code Chapter 2.52)
Appointee Classification Date Appointed Term Expires
Brian Bailey Business Representative June 4, 2024 June 30, 2028 Cathy Browne Business Representative June 7, 2022 June 30, 2026 Duncan Sachdeva Business Representative June 7, 2022 R* June 30, 2026 Melissa Ybarra City Council Representative June 4, 2024 June 30, 2028 Hector Morfin Employee/Labor Rep. June 7, 2022 June 30, 2026 Thomas Condon Real Estate Representative June 7, 2022 June 30, 2026 Paul Sablock Real Estate Representative June 4, 2024 June 30, 2028 CommUNITY FUND GRANT COMMITTEE
The Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee consists of seven members including one individual representing members of the California Legislature with a district including a portion of the Vernon area, four individuals that reside or work in the Vernon area, one Business Representative and one current Council Member. Each member serves a four-year term and shall serve no more than two consecutive terms. The Committee meets semi-annually in May and November, on the third Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. in the Vernon Council Chamber. (Municipal Code Chapter 2.48) Appointee Classification Date Appointed Term Expires
Ronit Edry Business Representative June 7, 2022 June 30, 2026 Leticia Lopez Council Member July 20, 2021 June 30, 2025 Sebastian Lozano Legislative Representative March 3, 2025 June 30, 2026 Steve Froberg Vernon Area Representative July 20, 2021 June 30, 2025 Frank Gavina Vernon Area Representative July 20, 2021 June 30, 2025 Clara Gazcon Vernon Area Representative June 7, 2022 June 30, 2026 Michelle Ybarra Vernon Area Representative July 20, 2021 June 30, 2025 1 Appointees are subject to change based on term expirations and unscheduled vacancies that may occur throughout the year. For a current list of members, please contact the City Clerk’s Department at (323)583-8811, ext. 546 or at [email protected]. *Reappointed - second term ..
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Local Appointments List
April 14, 2025 Page 2 of 2
GREEN VERNON COMMISSION
The Green Vernon Commission consists of seven members including three representatives from Vernon’s business community, two labor representatives, and two environmental representatives.
Members serve four-year terms and shall serve no more than two full consecutive terms. The Commission’s regular meetings are quarterly (March, June, September, and December) on the third Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. in the Vernon Council Chamber. (Municipal Code Chapter 2.44)
HOUSING COMMISSION
The Vernon Housing Commission consists of seven members including three residents (one of whom shall be a member of the City Council), three business representatives, and one employee of a Vernon business. Members serve four-year terms and shall serve no more than two full consecutive terms. The Commission meets quarterly (March, June, September, and December) on the second Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. in the Vernon Council Chamber. (Municipal Code Chapter 2.40) APPEALS BOARD – BUILDING AND SAFETY
In accordance with California Building Code Section 113, California Electrical Code Section 89.108.8, Electrical Code Administrative Provisions Section 1101, California Mechanical Code Section 110 and California Plumbing Code Section 1.8.8, an appeals board is to be established by the governing authority to decide any appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the building official relative to the application and interpretation of the building code. The board is appointed by the City Council and holds office at its pleasure.
Appointments were last made in 2011 and the Appeals Board has not met in several years. It will be necessary to make new appointments when necessary.
Appointee Classification Date Appointed Term Expires Jack Cline Business Representative June 4, 2024 June 30, 2028 Ronit Edry Business Representative June 7, 2022 June 30, 2026 Clara Gazcon Business Representative June 7, 2022 June 30, 2026 Cathy Browne Environmental Representative June 7, 2022 June 30, 2026 Hector Morfin Environmental Representative June 4, 2024 R* June 30, 2028 Martin Perez Labor Representative June 4, 2024 R* June 30, 2028 Stan Stosel Labor Representative June 4, 2024 R* June 30, 2028 Appointee Classification Date Appointed Term Expires
Ronit Edry Business Representative June 6, 2023 R* June 30, 2027 Juliet Goff Business Representative July 20, 2021 June 30, 2025 Jorge Nevarez Jr. Business Representative June 6, 2023 R* June 30, 2027 Bertha Padilla Employee of a Business June 6, 2023 June 30, 2027 Steven Froberg Resident July 20, 2021 R* June 30, 2025
Leticia Lopez Resident (Council Member) July 20, 2021 June 30, 2025 Marlene Ybarra Resident June 6, 2023 R* June 30, 2027
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City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: July 1, 2025
From: Brian Saeki, City Administrator
Department: City Administration
Submitted by: Diana Figueroa, Senior Management Analyst Subject
Donation to the Coalition for Human Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) to Support Immigrant Vernon Residents and Workers
Recommendation
Approve and authorize a donation in the amount of $25,000 to CHIRLA, a non-profit organization that will provide Vernon residents and workers access to legal support services and education, and relief programs that address food insecurity, healthcare, and financial burden (among other things) to mitigate the impacts of recent federal immigration enforcement action in the City.
Background
In light of recent federal immigration enforcement actions within Vernon and in the broader region, understandably, there is growing concern among community members. The City is committed to the safety, dignity, and well-being of all individuals – regardless of immigration status. As such, City staff proposes contributing funds to support the unique needs of immigrant families during these challenging times.
The Coalition for Human Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) is dedicated to supporting the needs of immigrants and offers a variety of specialized services through its network of partner organizations. Through CHIRLA, immigrants may find access to much needed essential resources like food and medication and may leverage legal counsel and representation to respond to federal immigration enforcement agents’ actions in a strategic, peaceful, and lawful manner. CHIRLA has been advocating for immigrants’ rights for over 30 years. This trusted organization is highly engaged in the communities it serves and has the ability to provide comprehensive assistance to Vernon residents and workers.
City staff recommend that funding be directed to CHIRLA because of the organization’s experience, expertise, ability to mobilize quickly and efficiently, and their capability to address multiple, varying community needs. CHIRLA has been vetted by the City’s Vernon CommUNITY Fund consultant, Jemmott Rollins Group, a firm that is anchored by philanthropic best practices and understands the requisite for non-profit service organizations to demonstrate accountability, financial health, and transparency.
With Vernon’s monetary donation, CHIRLA has agreed to: • Prioritize services for Vernon residents and workers • Conduct outreach throughout the City of Vernon to ensure that impacted residents and workers are aware of the services that CHIRLA provides
• Offer educational resources and workshops at various locations in the City • Consult with individuals and families seeking assistance as needed • Provide a brief report on the use of funds after the City’s donation has been fully expended ..
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With Council’s approval, City staff will facilitate the donation to CHIRLA and work with the organization to ensure that immigrant Vernon residents and workers have access to specialized support services.
Fiscal Impact
The fiscal impact is not-to-exceed $25,000. Sufficient funds are available in the General Fund City Administration Community Development Account No. 011-010-160-525000 for the current fiscal year.
Attachments
None. ..
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