Vernon City Council
April 21, 2026

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G. The remedies provided in this section are cumulative and do not limit the City’s ability to recover costs through civil action, permit enforcement, or any other lawful means.

SECTION 5. Any provision of the Vernon Municipal Code or appendices thereto inconsistent with the provisions of this ordinance, to the extent of such inconsistencies and no further, is repealed or modified to that extent necessary to affect the provisions of this ordinance.

SECTION 6. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, of this ordinance is declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be unconstitutional or otherwise invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. The City Council declares that it would have adopted this ordinance, and each section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof, be declared invalid or unconstitutional. To this end, the provisions of this ordinance are declared to be severable.

SECTION 7. The City Clerk, or Deputy City Clerk, shall certify the adoption and publish this ordinance as required by law.

SECTION 8. This ordinance shall become effective after the thirtieth day following its adoption.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED April 21, 2026.

LETICIA LOPEZ, Mayor
ATTEST:

GENOVEVA ROCHA, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

ZAYNAH MOUSSA-MILWARD,
City Attorney
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Ordinance No. 1312

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CERTIFICATION

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.

CITY OF VERNON )
I do hereby certify that the attached is a true copy of Ordinance No. 1312 that was introduced by the City Council of the City of Vernon, California, at its Regular meeting of April 7, 2026 and adopted at its Regular Meeting of April 21, 2026 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
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City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: April 21, 2026
From: Daniel S. Wall, P.E., Director of Public Works-City Engineer Department: Public Works
Submitted by: Dulce Gonzalez, Management Analyst
Subject
General Services Agreement with the County of Los Angeles Recommendation
A. Find that it is commercially unreasonable to rebid the General Services Agreement (GSA) with the County of Los Angeles in three years as the County is a governmental entity and sole provider of the desired services; and
B. Approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the proposed GSA with the County of Los Angeles for a five-year term effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2031.

Background
The City of Vernon (City) maintains long-standing agreements with the County of Los Angeles (County) to perform various municipal functions that are more efficiently managed by County personnel. As an essential umbrella contract, the GSA provides the City with continued, asneeded access to miscellaneous public works and municipal services while incorporating foundational documents, including the Assumption of Liability Agreement of November 14, 1977 (Attachment 2). With the current 2021 GSA set to expire on June 30, 2026, the new GSA (Attachment 1) ensures a seamless transition and continued access to these services while maintaining established legal protections and operational standards between both entities.

The new GSA would be effective for a period of five years from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2031.

While standard practice is to have a three-year term for agreements pursuant to the City’s special good governance reform contract terms and procedures outlined in Section 3.32.220 of the Vernon Municipal Code (VMC), it would be commercially unreasonable to rebid the GSA in three years as the County’s GSA term is typically five years and the County is the sole provider of the desired services. The extended duration ensures long-term operational stability and reduces the administrative burden of frequent renewals, thereby enabling the continuation of a unique partnership that has been significantly beneficial to the City.

By leveraging County resources for specialized tasks, the City maintains operational flexibility and avoids the overhead costs associated with maintaining full-time internal departments for occasional needs. This GSA encompasses a variety of services, including bridge design and maintenance, traffic signal timing, predatory animal control, city ordinance prosecution, and the collection of direct assessments. This approach ensures that specialized public works, animal control, and legal services are managed effectively, allowing the City to enhance its operations as needs evolve.

City Council approval of the GSA is required pursuant to VMC Sections 3.32.030(A) and

3.32.110(B)(3), as costs associated with the contract are estimated not-to-exceed $250,000 and Council has the authority to approve contracts exceeding $100,000 and to make the finding referenced above for the five-year term for contracts in excess of the same threshold. The projected cost is based on the previous agreement expenses. The Public Works Department is recommending that the City Council approve a five-year renewal of the General Services Agreement with the County of Los Angeles.
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The proposed agreement has been reviewed and approved as to form by the City Attorney’s Office.

Fiscal Impact
The fiscal impact is estimated not-to-exceed $250,000. Costs will be based on actual services requested and rendered at rates established by the County. Sufficient funds are available in the General Fund, Public Works Department, Street Maintenance, Professional Services Technical Account No. 011-040-430-529225 for the current fiscal year and will be budgeted for subsequent years.

Attachments

1. General Services Agreement with the County of Los Angeles

2. Assumption of Liability Agreement
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GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
THIS GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT ("Agreement"), dated for purposes of reference only, July 1, 2026, is made by and between the County of Los Angeles, hereinafter referred to as the "County," and the&LW\RI9HUQRQ, hereinafter referred to as the "City."
RECITALS:
(a) The City is desirous of contracting with the County for the performance by its appropriate officers and employees of City functions.
(b) The County is agreeable to performing such services on the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
(c) Such contracts are authorized and provided for by the provisions of Section 56½ of the Charter of the County of Los Angeles and Section 51300, et seq., of the Government Code.

THEREFORE, THE PARTIES MUTUALLY AGREE AS FOLLOWS:

1. The County agrees, through its officers, agents and employees, to perform those City functions, which are hereinafter provided for.

2. The City shall pay for such services as are provided under this Agreement at rates to be determined by the County Auditor-Controller in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the Board of Supervisors.

These rates shall be readjusted by the County Auditor-Controller annually effective the first day of July of each year to reflect the cost of such service in accordance with the policies and procedures for the determination of such rates as adopted by the Board of Supervisors of County.

3. No County agent, officer or department shall perform for said City any .
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function not coming within the scope of the duties of such agent, officer or department in performing services for the County.

4. No service shall be performed hereunder unless the City shall have available funds previously appropriated to cover the cost thereof.

5. No function or service shall be performed hereunder by any County agent, officer or department unless such function or service shall have been requested in writing by the City on order of the City Council thereof or such officer as it may designate and approved by the Board of Supervisors of the County, or such officer as it may designate, and each such service or function shall be performed at the times and under circumstances which do not interfere with the performance of regular County operations.

6. Whenever the County and City mutually agree as to the necessity for any such County agent, officer or department to maintain administrative headquarters in the City, the City shall furnish at its own cost and expense all necessary office space, furniture, and furnishings, office supplies, janitorial service, telephone, light, water, and other utilities. In all instances where special supplies, stationery, notices, forms and the like must be issued in the name of the City, the same shall be supplied by the City at its expense.

It is expressly understood that in the event a local administrative office is maintained in the City for any such County agent, officer or department, such quarters may be used by the County agent, officer or department in connection with the performance of its duties in territory outside the City and adjacent thereto provided, however, that the performance of such outside duties shall not be at any additional cost to the City.

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the City shall be County agents, officers or employees, and no City employee as such shall be taken over by the County, and no person employed hereunder shall have any City pension, civil service, or other status or right.

For the purpose of performing such services and functions, and for the purpose of giving official status to the performance hereof, every County agent, officer and employee engaged in performing any such service or function shall be deemed to be an agent, officer or employee of said City while performing service for the City within the scope of this agreement.

8. The City shall not be called upon to assume any liability for the direct payment of any salary, wages or other compensation to any County personnel performing services hereunder for the City, or any liability other than that provided for in this agreement.

Except as herein otherwise specified, the City shall not be liable for compensation or indemnity to any County employee for injury or sickness arising out of his or her employment.

9. The parties hereto have executed an Assumption of Liability Agreement approved by the Board of Supervisors on December 27, 1977 and/or a Joint Indemnity Agreement approved by the Board of Supervisors on October 8, 1991. Whichever of these documents the City has signed later in time is currently in effect and hereby made a part of and incorporated into this agreement as set out in full herein. In the event that the Board of Supervisors later approves a revised Joint Indemnity Agreement and the City executes the revised agreement, the subsequent agreement as of its effective date shall supersede the agreement previously in effect between the parties hereto.

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City provided for herein shall keep reasonably itemized and in detail work or job records covering the cost of all services performed, including salary, wages and other compensation for labor, supervision and planning, plus overhead, the reasonable rental value of all County-owned machinery and equipment, rental paid for all rented machinery or equipment, together with the cost of an operator thereof when furnished with said machinery or equipment, the cost of all machinery and supplies furnished by the County, reasonable handling charges, and all additional items of expense incidental to the performance of such function or service.

11. All work done hereunder is subject to the limitations of the provisions of Section 23008 of the Government Code, and in accordance therewith, before any work is done or services rendered pursuant hereto, an amount equal to the cost or an amount 10% in excess of the estimated cost must be reserved by the City from its funds to ensure payment for work, services or materials provided hereunder.

12. The County shall render to the City at the close of each calendar month an itemized invoice which covers all services performed during said month, and the City shall pay County therefore within thirty (30) days after date of said invoice.

If such payment is not delivered to the County office which is described on said invoice within thirty (30) days after the date of the invoice, the County is entitled to recover interest thereon. Said interest shall be at the rate of seven (7) percent per annum or any portion thereof calculated from the last day of the month in which the services were performed.

13. Notwithstanding the provisions of Government Code Section 907, if such payment is not delivered to the County office which is described on said invoice within thirty (30) days after the date of the invoice, the County may satisfy such indebtedness, .
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including interest thereon, from any funds of any such City on deposit with the County without giving further notice to said City of County's intention to do so.

14. This Agreement shall become effective on the date herein-above first mentioned and shall run for a period ending June 30, 2031, and at the option of the City Council of the City, with the consent of the Board of Supervisors of County, shall be renewable thereafter for an additional period of not to exceed five (5) years.

15. In the event the City desires to renew this Agreement for said five-year period, the City Council shall not later than the last day of May 2031, notify the Board of Supervisors of County that it wishes to renew the same, whereupon the Board of Supervisors, not later than the last day of June 2031, shall notify the City Council in writing of its willingness to accept such renewal. Otherwise, such Agreement shall finally terminate at the end of the aforedescribed period.

Notwithstanding the provisions of this paragraph herein-above set forth, the County may terminate this Agreement at any time by giving thirty (30) days' prior written notice to the City. The City may terminate this Agreement as of the first day of July of any year upon thirty (30) days' prior written notice to the County.

16. This Agreement is designed to cover miscellaneous and sundry services which may be supplied by the County of Los Angeles and the various departments thereof. In the event there now exists or there is hereafter adopted a specific contract between the City and the County with respect to specific services, such contract with respect to specific services shall be controlling as to the duties and obligations of the parties anything herein to the contrary notwithstanding, unless such special contract adopts the provisions hereof by reference.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed by their duly authorized officers.

Executed this _____________day of ________________________2026.

The &LW\RI9HUQRQ,
By _____________________________
Leticia Lopez, Mayor
ATTEST: ____________________
Genoveva Rocha, City Clerk

THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
By_____________________________
Chair, Board of Supervisors
ATTEST:

EDWARD YEN
Executive Officer/Clerk
of the Board of Supervisors
By___________________________
Deputy
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

DAWYN R. HARRISON
County Counsel
By ___________________________
Senior Deputy
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By ___________________________
Zaynah Moussa-Milward, City Attorney
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1 ASSUMPTIoN
2 3 THIS AGREEMENT, dated for reference purposes only, on 4 the 14th day of November, 1977, is made and entered into between 5 the County of Los Angeles, sometimes hereinafter referred to as 6 the ‘County,” and the City of Vernon sometimes hereinafter 7 referred to as the “City,’T
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10 (a) City and County have heretofore contracted for the 11 performance of services by County, its officers, agents and 12 employees, and will in the future extend, renew and amend such 13 contracts, and enter into other and further contracts for the 14 performance of services; and
15 (b) Such contracts are agreements defined under §895 16 of the Government Code, and pursuant to §895.2 thereof joint 17 and several liability is imposed on the parties; and 18 (c) Pursuant to §895.4 of the Government Code the
19 parties as a part of the aforementioned agreements may provide 20 for contribution or indemnification upon any liability arisinq 21 out of the performance of the agreement; and
22 (d) The County is willing to assume liability and
23 defend and hold the City harmless from any loss, cost or 24 expense caused by the negligent or wrongful acts or omissions 25 of County officers, its agents and employees, occurring in the 26 performance of said agreement; and
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1 (e) The City is willing to assume liability arid defend 2 and hold the County harmless from loss, cost or expenses caused 3 by the negligent or wrongful act or omission of city officers, 4 agents or employees occurring in the performance of agreements 5 between the parties, except as hereinafter provided.
6 NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
7 1. The Ceunty will assume liability and defend
8 and hold the City harmless from loss, costs or expenses 9 caused by the negligent or wrongful act or omission of 10 County officers, agents and employees occurring in the 11 performance of agreements between the parties hereto 12 to the extent that such liability is imposed on the
13 City by the provisions of §895.2 of the Government Code 14 of the State of California.
15 2, The City will assume liability and defend
16 and hold the County harmless from loss, costs or
17 expenses caused by the negligent or wrongful act or
18 omission of City officers, agents and employees
19 occurring in the performance of agreements between the 20 narties hereto to the extent that such liability is
21 imposed on the County by the provisions of §895.2 of 22 the Government Code of the state of California, In
23 addition, when liability arises pursuant to §5830, et 24 seq., of the Government Code, by reason of a dangerous 25 condition of public property of the City, the City shall 26 assume liability and defend and hold the County harmless 27 // //
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1 from loss, costs or expenses caused by the negligent
2 or wrongful act or omission of City officers, agents and 3 employees, whether arising in the performance of an
4 agreement between the parties hereto, with the exception & that the County shall assume liability and defend and 6 hold the City harmless from loss, costs or expenses
7 caused by the neq-]Sgent or wrongful act or omission of 8 County officers, agents and employees, occurring in the 9 performance of any agreement between the parties
10 hereto where a duty is imposed on the County pursuant 11 to such agreement to provide maintenance or inspection 12 services pertaining to said property. Where such an
13 agreement between a City and County provides that the 14 County will provide at least the same level of main15 tenance or inspection services that the County provides 16 to unincorporated areas, the County will assume liability 17 and defend and hold the City harmless from loss, costs 18 or expense caused by the negligent or wrongful act or 19 omission of County officers, agents and employees in 20 failing to provide said services in accordance with said 21 agreement.
22 3. The parties further agree that the Auditor—
23 Controller of the County shall establish a fund for the 24 payment of losses for which the County may be liable 25 under the tens of this agreement, and the County
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1 such losses which may occur through its performance
2 under agreements to provide city services to the cities 3 within the County.
4 4. It is understood by the parties that the fund
5 referred to in paragraph 3 above is under the full
6 control of the Board of Supervisors and reappropriation 7 of unencumbered y&àr—end balance in this fund is
8 discretionary with the Board of Supervisors.
9 5. The City agrees to make payment to the fund,
10 and the County agrees to require each city receiving 11 services under City Service Agreements to also contribute 12 to the fund. Payments towards the total amount of the 13 fund shall be made by the City in such amounts as may be 14 established by the Auditor—Controller according to the 15 policy and procedure established by the Board of
16 Supervisors, and in the same ratio as the cost of
17 services received by the City is to the total cost to 18 the County for its performance of City Services
19 Agreements during each fiscal year, In the event that 20 City should elect to terminate its Service Agreement 21 with the County, its responsibility to contribute to 22 the fund pursuant to this agreement shall be limited to 23 payment of amounts which accrue prior to the effective 24 date of said termination.
25 6. Each party agrees to fully cooperate with
26 the other and assist the other party hereto in all
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1 matters relating to losses covered by the terms and
2 this agreement, and more specifically but not being
3 limited thereby, each party will:
4 (a) Give prompt notification of all
& occurrences covered or likely to be covered by
6 the terms hereof, together with the particulars
7 thereof to—the other party hereto;
8 (b) If claim is made, or suit is brought
9 against a party on occurrences covered or likely
10 to be covered by the terms hereof, such party
11 shall immediately forward every claim, demand,
12 notice, summons or other process received by it
13 to the other party hereto.
14 7. Should City agree, stipulate, consent to, or
15 otherwise suffer the granting of any claim, the making 16 of any judgment, order, or other award for damages or 17 other relief against itself or any of its or the County’s 18 officers, agents, or employees in any proceeding or
19 action authorized by law involving a matter arising out 20 of the performance by the County of services affected 21 hereby without the prior written consent thereto of the 22 County, the City agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, and 23 defend the County from any loss, cost or expense to it 24 arising from such claim, judgment, or other award
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1 County under the provisions of Section 895.2 of the
2 Government Code,
3 8. Any party may at its own cost participate
4 in the defense of any suit, or in the prosecution of any 5 appeal affecting matters herein involved where the
6 duty of defense or prosecution is imposed on the other 7 party, and where—iJre other party has consented thereto. 8 9. This agreement shall apply to and shall be
9 deemed to be a part of all agreements now existing or 10 hereafter entered into, including amendments, renewals, U or other extensions thereof, wherein the City and
12 County have contracted under circumstances wherein the 13 liability of the City and County is joint and several 14 under §895.2 of the Government Code of the State of
15 California. The provisions of this agreement shall
16 supersede and control over any other provisions
17 inconsistent therewith in any such contract, hereto— 18 fore or hereafter entered into by and between the
19 parties hereto, unless by specific reference therein 20 this Assumption of Liability Agreement is inapplicable. 21 10. On the effective date of this agreement
22 that certain agreement entitled “Assumption of Liability 23 Amendment,” if any between the parties, is terminated. 24 The effective date of this agreement is the date
25 executed by the parties, but in no event sooner than 26 12:00 A.M., March 15, 1978, unless the aforementioned 27 // //
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1 Assumption of Liability Amendment should be sooner
2 terminated by the parties, in which event the date of 3 such termination shall be in the effective date of
4 this agreement. Upon the effective date of this
5 agreement the same shall continue during the term of
6 any agreement for services to which the same is
7 applicable, unless~the County shall sooner elect to
8 terminate this agreement upon thirty days written notice 9 to the City. The County further agrees that this
10 agreement shall be only terminated upon the occurrence 11 of the foregoing, or any one or more of the following 12 events:
13 (a) Failure of the City to cooperate with
14 the County as required by this agreement.
15 (b) Upon the City authorizing any judgment,
16 order or other award for damages without the
17 consent of the County in violation of the terms
18 and provisions of this agreement.
19 (c) Upon the County’s election in its
20 absolute discretion to terminate this Assumption
21 of Liability Agreement as to all cities having
22 such service agreements with the County.
23 11. To the extent that the County has agreed to
24 indemnify, defend and waive harmless a city, its
25 officers, agents and employees under this agreement, 26 said obligation shall continue to exist during the term 27 // 1/
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1 of this agreement whether or not there are sufficient 2 funds for such indemnity, defense or hold harmless in the 3 fund established by the Auditor—Controller. It is
4 further understood that the County may also utilize
5 said fund for the purchase of commercial insurance
6 and claims management services and for the payment
7 of other costs to- ziover the exposures of the County 8 hereunder in whole or in part.
9 12. On termination by the City of services
10 contract with the County, or upon termination by the 11 County for any cause, the County shall continue to
12 indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City for all 13 claims and losses for which liability is imposed on
14 the County by the terms of this agreement, and where 15 arising out of the County’s negligent or wrongful act 16 or omission, prior to the effective date of said
17 termination. Said City shall not be entitled to return 18 of any consideration paid by it towards the fund
19 established by the Auditor-Controller on the termination 20 of this agreement.
21 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this 22 agreement to be executed by their duly authorized
23 day and year hereinafter set forth.
24 25 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CITY OF VERNON
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Chairman, Board of —~7LEONIS C. F’U\LBURG~ Mayor ‘
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ATTEST this ~~day of
MAQCJ4 , 1978.
1 2
3 JAMES S. MIZE, Executive
Officer—Clerk of the
4 Board of Supervisor~
5 6 By:
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9 APPROVED AS TO FORM:
10 JOHN H. LARSON,
County Counsel
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13 By:
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Deputy
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0 ATTEST this day of
1978.

BRUCE V. MALKENHORST,
City Clerk/Director of Finance
Bruce V. Malkenhorst,
City Clerk/Director of
Finance
By:

David B, Brearley,
City Attorney

ADOPTED

BOARD OF SUPERVSORS
COUN1Y OF LOS ~~fl~S2
DEC27 1977
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MMES S. MIZE
EXECUflVE OrAtES
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

OAVID B. BREARLEY
City Attorney
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City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: April 21, 2026
From: Daniel S. Wall, P.E., Director of Public Works-City Engineer Department: Public Works
Submitted by: Rosemary Lozada, Management Analyst
Subject
Notice of Completion for Contract No. 20250340 - 55th Street Recycle Center & Nursery – Perimeter Wall Project
Recommendation
A. Find that the proposed action is categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review, in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15303(e)(Fences), because the project consists of new construction of limited small new facilities; B. Accept the work of Oppenheimer National as related to City Contract No. 20250340; and C. Authorize the Director of Public Works to execute and submit the Notice of Completion for the project to the Los Angeles County Recorder’s Office.

Background
On May 6, 2025, the City Council awarded City Contract No. 20250340 - 55th Street Recycle Center & Nursery – Perimeter Wall Project to Oppenheimer National, in the amount of $388,224.90 plus a 10% contingency amount of $38,822.49. This project involved the construction of an 8-foot-tall steel perimeter fence and the installation of drought-tolerant landscape at the front of the property.

On March 3, 2026, the City Administrator approved Change Order No. 1, authorizing additional time and funds for the proposed work of a 12-inch continuous curb beneath the perimeter wrought-iron fence to contain stormwater runoff, reducing fence panel spacing from 6 inches to 4 inches, and installation of keypads. The additional $37,691.08 in funding increased the total construction cost to $425,915.98. Consequently, the change order revised the completion date from February 7, 2026, to March 4, 2026.

City Contract No. 20250340 was completed and accepted on March 4, 2026, in accordance with the project plans, specifications, and City Staff expectations.

The Notice of Completion was approved as to form by the City Attorney’s Office.

Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.

Attachments

1. Notice of Completion – Contract No. 20250340
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RECORDING REQUESTED BY AND WHEN
RECORDED, RETURN TO:

City of Vernon
Attention: City Clerk
4305 Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, CA 90058
SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE RESERVED FOR RECORDER’S USE

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NOTICE OF COMPLETION
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For the benefit of City of Vernon
No fee per Government Code Section 27383 APN:N/A

NOTICE OF COMPLETION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT, PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE SECTION 9024:

1. The undersigned is the owner, or corporate officer of the owner, of the interest or estate below in the property hereinafter described.

2. The full name of the owner is: The City of Vernon.

3. The full address of the owner is: 4305 Santa Fe Avenue, Vernon, CA 90058.

4. The nature of the interest or estate of the owner is: In Fee.

5. A work of improvement on the property hereinafter described was completed and accepted on April 21, 2026. The work done was: facility improvements at 55th Street Recycle Center & Nursery – Perimeter Wall ( Contract No. 20250340).

6. The name of the contractor, if any, for such work of improvement was Oppenheimer National.

The property on which said work of improvement was completed is in the City of Vernon, County of Los Angeles, State of California, and is described as follows: The project consists of installing an 8-foot steel perimeter fence, with a vehicle access gate and landscape vegetation.

Dated: April 21, 2026
I, Daniel Wall, Director of Public Works, verify the foregoing Notice of Completion on behalf of the City of Vernon; I have read said Notice and know the contents thereof; and I have personal knowledge of the facts stated herein. I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. ________________________________________
Daniel Wall, Director of Public Works
City of Vernon
On __________, before me, Genoveva Rocha, City Clerk for the City of Vernon, personally appeared Daniel Wall, Director of Public Works for the City of Vernon, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his authorized capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument the person, or entity upon behalf of which he acted, executed the instrument.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.
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Genoveva Rocha, City Clerk
A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document, to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document. .
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City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: April 21, 2026
From: Todd Dusenberry, General Manager of Public Utilities Department: Public Utilities
Submitted by: Adriana Ramos, Principal Management Analyst Subject
Amendment No. 1 to the Services Agreement with Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.

Recommendation
A. Pursuant to Vernon Municipal Code Sections 3.32.220(B) and 3.32.110(B)(3), find that it is commercially unreasonable to rebid the agreement for environmental compliance services as the current vendor, Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Jacobs) has already initiated the lengthy process of revising and updating critical facility permits for the Utility with the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD); and
B. Approve and authorize the City Administrator to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Services Agreement with Jacobs for environmental compliance services, in substantially the same form as submitted, to extend the agreement to June 30, 2027 at no additional cost.

Background
Vernon Public Utilities (VPU) serves as an essential resource to the City's business and residential community, providing dependable, high-quality utility services at competitive rates.

VPU offers electricity, water, natural gas, and fiber-optic services to businesses and residents in Vernon at lower costs than neighboring utility providers.

All utility services provided by VPU are regulated and permitted by various agencies, including the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts (LACSD), Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), California Energy Commission (CEC), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA), California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), and the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC).

On June 6, 2023, the City Council approved a Services Agreement with Jacobs for environmental compliance services for a total amount not to exceed $1,465,686. The term of the Agreement between the City and Jacobs is July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026. In accordance with Vernon Municipal Code (VMC) Section 3.32.080, Jacobs was selected following the City’s purchasing procedures and principles of good governance in contracting.

Jacobs is currently working with staff to revise Station A's permit (Facility 14502) to allow the continued operation of the two 5.75 MW simple-cycle natural gas turbines, known as Gonzales Units. This permit revision must be completed by the end of the calendar year to ensure the Gonzales Units can operate beyond 2026.

Additionally, VPU has implemented improvements to the Gonzales Units, and the permits must be updated to reflect enhanced operational efficiency. Without these revisions, the Gonzales Units may not successfully pass the source test scheduled for November 30, 2026. On March 24, 2026, Jacobs also assisted with a preliminary source test, which will aid in the permit revision process. While staff does not have an estimated processing time from SCAQMD for the permit revision, it is expected to take at least several months. . .

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Therefore, VPU staff recommends approving Amendment No. 1 with Jacobs, which extends the agreement until June 30, 2027, at no additional cost. To date, the City has spent $799,289.37, leaving a remaining balance of $666,396.63. There are sufficient funds available to cover the one-year extension through June 30, 2027.

The City’s special good governance reform contract terms and procedures outlined in Section

3.32.220 (B) of the VMC require that all professional service contracts be rebid every three years unless found commercially unreasonable to do so. Moreover, Section 3.32.110(B)(3) of the VMC indicates that the City Council has the authority to make such findings for contracts that exceed $100,000. Accordingly, City Council approval is required for the proposed amendment as the total value of the contract exceeds $100,000 and the amendment seeks to extend the agreement for one additional year beyond the initial three-year period. Due to the critical work currently underway to update permits for the Gonzales Units and preparation for the upcoming source test, it would be commercially unreasonable to change the vendor mid-process.

Amendment No. 1 has been reviewed and approved as to form by the City Attorney’s Office.

Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.

Attachments

1. Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. – Amendment No. 1
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AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF VERNON AND JACOBS ENGINEERING GROUP INC. FOR ENVIRONMENTAL

COMPLIANCE SERVICES
This Amendment No. 1 (Amendment) to the Agreement for Environmental Compliance Services dated July 1, 2023 (Agreement), is made as of April 21, 2026, by and between the City of Vernon, a California charter City and California municipal corporation (City), and Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Contractor), a Delaware corporation.

The City and Contractor agree as follows:

RECITALS
A. The City and Contractor are parties to a written Agreement dated July 1, 2023, under which Contractor provides environmental compliance services.

B. The City and Contractor desire to amend the Agreement to extend the Agreement for an additional one (1) year, effective July 1, 2026, at no additional cost.

NOW, THEREFORE, the parties to this Amendment agree as follows:

1. Effective April 21, 2026, the Agreement has been renewed for an additional one (1) year and the Termination Date listed on the Cover Page and Section 4 of the Agreement is changed to June 30, 2027.

2. Except as expressly modified by this Amendment, all provisions of the Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

3. The provisions of this Amendment shall constitute the entire agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter included in this Amendment and shall supersede any other agreement, understanding, or arrangement, whether written or oral, between the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Amendment.

4. The person or persons executing this Amendment on behalf of each of the parties warrants and represents that he or she has the authority to execute this Amendment on behalf of that party and has the authority to bind that party to the performance of its obligations hereunder.
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Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Amendment as of the date stated in the introductory clause.

City of Vernon, a California Charter City and
California municipal corporation
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Brian Saeki, City Administrator
ATTEST:
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Genoveva Rocha, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Zaynah Moussa-Milward, City Attorney
Jacobs Engineering Group Inc., a
Delaware corporation
By:

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City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: April 21, 2026
From: Todd Dusenberry, General Manager of Public Utilities Department: Public Utilities
Submitted by: Adriana Ramos, Principal Management Analyst Subject
Services Agreement with Good Guard Security, Inc.

Recommendation
A. Approve and authorize the City Administrator to execute a Services Agreement with Good Guard Security, Inc. (Good Guard), in substantially the same form as submitted, to provide unarmed security guard services for a total amount not-to-exceed $3,067,821.56 for a three-year term; and
B. Authorize a contingency amount of ten percent (10%) or $306,782.16 in the event of unforeseen services and expenses, and grant authority to the City Administrator to issue amendments for an amount up to the contingency amount, if necessary.

Background
Security services are required at critical City facilities and properties, including City Hall and City Utility facilities, to deter unauthorized access, theft, attack, vandalism, and loitering, as well as to report any suspicious activity, such as burglary, tampering, damage, and/or fraudulent activities associated with City property and interests. Unarmed security guards will recognize and report emergencies and illicit activities involving City properties.

On April 4, 2023, the City Council approved a three-year Services Agreement with S&S Labor Force Incorporated, dba JRM (JRM) for unarmed security guard services. The current agreement with JRM is set to expire on April 30, 2026. As per Vernon Municipal Code (VMC) Section

3.32.080, on March 4, 2026, VPU staff issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to seek proposals from qualified firms to provide Unarmed Security Guard Services for the City. The RFP was advertised on the City’s Planet Bids platform. The scope of work included, but was not limited to, implementing and enforcing access control security policies and procedures, and providing patrol services to City buildings, properties, and utility facilities, and to recognize and report security threats, breaches, and suspicious and unpermitted activities. The scope encompasses monitoring and reporting information about activities in areas that may impact City buildings, property, interests, and utility facilities.

A total of 29 proposal packages were received by the March 18, 2026 deadline. A qualified panel of City staff from multiple departments, thoroughly examined the proposals based on professional qualifications (50%), cost and fees to the City (30%), references (10%), and responsiveness to the RFP (10%). The top three proposals underwent a second round of evaluation by another panel of City staff. Based on the evaluation process, the proposal submitted by Good Guard demonstrated the strongest combination of expertise, relevant experience, and a comprehensive approach that was best suited to fulfill the scope of services that were outlined in the RFP. The proposal submitted by Good Guard received the highest score following the evaluation process and was therefore deemed the most qualified. Good Guard’s experience providing unarmed security services for other public agencies supports the protection of the City’s assets, ongoing infrastructure investments, utility operations, the safety of City staff, maintains public safety, and the security of critical utility assets. .
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Staff recommends that the City Council approve a Services Agreement with Good Guard for unarmed security guard services for a total amount not-to-exceed $3,067,821.56 to provide unarmed security guard services. Additionally, staff recommends a contingency amount of ten percent (10%) or $306,782.16, in the event of unforeseen services and expenses, for a combined total not to exceed $3,374,603.72. Pursuant to VMC Section 3.32.030(A), City Council approval is required for the proposed agreement, as the total value of the contract exceeds $100,000.

The proposed Services Agreement has been reviewed and approved as to form by the City Attorney’s Office.

Fiscal Impact
The fiscal impact is not to exceed $3,374,603.72. This cost will be shared between Vernon Public Utilities and Public Works. Sufficient funds are available in the Electric Fund, System Dispatch, Professional Services – Other, Account No. 055-050-555-529215, the Electric Fund, Administration, Professional Services – Other, Account No. 055-050-580-529215, and the General Fund, Facilities Maintenance, Professional Services – Other, Account No. 011-040-415- 529215, and will be budgeted in subsequent years.

Attachments

1. Services Agreement with Good Guard Security, Inc.
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SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF VERNON AND GOOD GUARD SECURITY, INC. FOR UNARMED SECURITY GUARD SERVICES

COVER PAGE
Contractor: Good Guard Security, Inc.

Responsible Principal of Contractor: Andrea Huerta, Director of Proposal Management
Notice Information - Contractor: Good Guard Security, Inc. 21622 Plummer St., Suite 210
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Attention: Andrea Huerta, Director of
Proposal Management
Telephone: (800) 651-0491 ext. 1008
Notice Information - City: City of Vernon
4305 Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, CA 90058
Attention: Todd Dusenberry,
General Manager
Telephone: (323) 583-8811 ext. 579
Commencement Date: May 1, 2026
Termination Date: April 30, 2029
Consideration: Total not to exceed $3,067,821.56
(includes all applicable sales tax); and
more particularly described in Exhibit B
Records Retention Period Three (3) years, pursuant to Section

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SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF VERNON AND GOOD GUARD SECURITY, INC. FOR UNARMED SECURITY GUARD SERVICES
This Agreement is made between the City of Vernon, a California charter City and California municipal corporation (“City”), and Good Guard Security, Inc., a California corporation (“Contractor”).

The City and Contractor agree as follows:

1.0 EMPLOYMENT OF CONTRACTOR. City agrees to engage Contractor to perform the services as hereinafter set forth as authorized by the City Council on April 21, 2026.

2.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES.

2.1 Contractor shall perform all work necessary to complete the services set forth in the City’s Request for Proposals issued on or about March 4, 2026, and titled RFP for Unarmed Security Guard Services, and Contractor's proposal to the City ("Proposal") dated March 18, 2026, Exhibit “A”, a copy which is attached to and incorporated into this Agreement by reference.

2.2 All services shall be performed to the satisfaction of City.

2.3 All services shall be performed in a competent, professional, and satisfactory manner in accordance with the prevailing industry standards for such services.

3.0 PERSONNEL.

3.1 Contractor represents that it employs, or will employ, at its own expense, all personnel required to perform the services under this Agreement.

3.2 Contractor shall not subcontract any services to be performed by it under this Agreement without prior written approval of City.

3.3 All of the services required hereunder will be performed by Contractor or by City approved subcontractors. Contractor, and all personnel engaged in the work, shall be fully qualified and authorized or permitted under State and local law to perform such services and shall be subject to approval by the City.
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4.0 TERM.

The term of this Agreement shall commence on May 1, 2026, and it shall continue until April 30, 2029, unless terminated at an earlier date pursuant to the provisions thereof.

5.0 COMPENSATION AND FEES.

5.1 Contractor has established rates for the City of Vernon which are comparable to and do not exceed the best rates offered to other governmental entities in and around Los Angeles County for the same services. For satisfactory and timely performance of the services, the City will pay Contractor in accordance with the payment schedule set forth in Exhibit “B” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

5.2 Contractor's grand total compensation for the entire term of this Agreement, shall not exceed $3,067,821.56 without the prior authorization of the City, as appropriate, and written amendment of this Agreement.

5.3 Contractor shall, at its sole cost and expense, furnish all necessary and incidental labor, material, supplies, facilities, equipment, and transportation which may be required for furnishing services pursuant to this Agreement. Materials shall be of the highest quality. The above Agreement fee shall include all staff time and all clerical, administrative, overhead, insurance, reproduction, telephone, air travel, auto rental, subsistence, and all related costs and expenses.

5.4 City shall reimburse Contractor only for those costs or expenses specifically approved in this Agreement, or specifically approved in writing in advance by City. Unless otherwise approved, such costs shall be limited and include nothing more than the following costs incurred by Contractor:

5.4.1 The actual costs of subcontractors for performance of any of the services that Contractor agrees to render pursuant to this Agreement, which have been approved in advance by City and awarded in accordance with this Agreement.

5.4.2 Approved reproduction charges.

5.4.3 Actual costs and/or other costs and/or payments specifically authorized in advance in writing and incurred by Contractor in the performance of this Agreement.
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5.5 Contractor shall not receive any compensation for extra work performed without the prior written authorization of City. As used herein, “extra work” means any work that is determined by City to be necessary for the proper completion of the Project, but which is not included within the Scope of Services and which the parties did not reasonably anticipate would be necessary at the time of execution of this Agreement. Compensation for any authorized extra work shall be paid in accordance with the payment schedule as set forth in Exhibit “B,” if the extra work has been approved by the City.

5.6 Licenses, Permits, Fees, and Assessments. Contractor shall obtain, at Contractor’s sole cost and expense, such licenses, permits, and approvals as may be required by law for the performance of the services required by this Agreement.

Contractor shall have the sole obligation to pay for any fees, assessments, and taxes, plus applicable penalties and interest, which may be imposed by law and which arise from or are necessary for the performance of the Services by this Agreement.

6.0 PAYMENT.

6.1 As scheduled services are completed, Contractor shall submit to the City an invoice for the services completed, authorized expenses, and authorized extra work actually performed or incurred according to said schedule.

6.2 Each such invoice shall state the basis for the amount invoiced, including a detailed description of the services completed, the number of hours spent, reimbursable expenses incurred and any extra work performed.

6.3 Contractor shall also submit a progress report with each invoice that describes in reasonable detail the services and the extra work, if any, performed in the immediately preceding calendar month.

6.4 Contractor understands and agrees that invoices which lack sufficient detail to measure performance will be returned and not processed for payment.

6.5 City will pay Contractor the amount invoiced within thirty (30) days after the City approves the invoice.

6.6 Payment of such invoices shall be payment in full for all services, .
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authorized costs, and authorized extra work covered by that invoice.

7.0 CITY'S RESPONSIBILITY. City shall cooperate with Contractor as may be reasonably necessary for Contractor to perform its services; and will give any required decisions as promptly as practicable so as to avoid unreasonable delay in the progress of Contractor's services.

8.0 COORDINATION OF SERVICES. Contractor agrees to work closely with City staff in the performance of Services and shall be available to City’s staff, consultants, and other staff at all reasonable times.

9.0 INDEMNITY. Contractor agrees to indemnify City, its officers, elected officials, employees and agents against, and will hold and save each of them harmless from, any and all actions, suits, claims, damages to persons or property, losses, costs, penalties, obligations, errors, omissions or liabilities (herein “claims or liabilities”), including but not limited to professional negligence, that may be asserted or claimed by any person, firm or entity arising out of or in connection with the work, operations or activities of Contractor, its agents, employees, subcontractors, or invitees, provided for herein, or arising from the acts or omissions of Contractor hereunder, or arising from Contractor’s performance of or failure to perform any term, provision, covenant or condition of this Agreement, except to the extent such claims or liabilities arise from the gross negligence or willful misconduct of City, its officers, elected officials, agents or employees.

10.0 INSURANCE. Contractor shall procure and maintain for the duration of the Agreement insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damage to property that may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder by the Contractor, its agents, representative, or employees. The policies shall state that they afford primary coverage.

10.1 Automobile Liability Insurance – Primary insurance coverage shall be written on ISO Business Auto coverage form for all owned, hired, and non-owned automobiles or any auto. The policy shall have a combined single limit of not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000). If Contractor is transporting one or more nonemployee passengers in the performance of the services, the automobile liability policy .
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shall have a combined single limit of two million dollars ($2,000,000). If Contractor owns no autos, a hired, non-owned auto endorsement to the General Liability policy is acceptable.

10.1.1 Contractor agrees to subrogate automobile liability resulting from performance under this agreement by agreeing to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless, the City, and its respective employees, agents, and City Council from and against all claims, liabilities, suits, losses, damages, injuries and expenses, including all costs and reasonable attorney’s fees (“Claims”), which are attributable to any act or omission by the Contractor under the performance of the services. The City of Vernon, its directors, commissioners, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers must be endorsed on the policy as additional insureds and, under the Contractors’ policy, there shall be a waiver of subrogation, and the policy shall be primary and non-contributory and will not seek contribution from the City’s insurance.

10.2 Commercial General Liability Insurance – Contractor shall carry General Liability Insurance covering all operations performed by or on behalf of the Contractor providing coverage for bodily injury and property damage with a single limit of not less than two million dollars ($2,000,000) per occurrence and four million dollars ($4,000,000) general aggregate limit written on an Insurance Services Office (ISO) Comprehensive General Liability "occurrence" Form CG 00 01 or its equivalent for coverage on an occurrence basis. The City of Vernon, its directors, commissioners, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers must be endorsed on the policy as additional insureds with respect to liability arising out of the Contractor's performance of this Agreement. The additional insured coverage under the Contractor’s policy shall be primary and non-contributory and will not seek contribution from the City’s insurance.

The policy shall be endorsed to include a waiver of subrogation.

10.2.1 If Contractor intends to employ other contractors as part of the services rendered, the City must approve and will establish the .
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appropriate insurance requirements.

10.2.2 Contractor agrees to subrogate General Liability resulting from performance under this agreement by agreeing to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless, the City, and its respective employees, agents, and City Council from and against all claims, liabilities, suits, losses, damages, injuries and expenses, including all costs and reasonable attorney’s fees (“Claims”), which are attributable to any act or omission by the Contractor under the performance of the services.

10.3 Professional Errors and Omissions Coverage in a sum of not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000), where such risk is applicable. Applicable aggregate must be identified and claims history provided to determine amounts remaining under the aggregates. Contractor shall maintain such coverage for at least one (1) year after the termination of this agreement.

10.4 Umbrella Liability Insurance – An umbrella (over primary) may be used to comply with limits or other primary coverage requirements. When used, the umbrella policy shall apply to bodily injury/property damage and personal injury/advertising injury and shall include a “dropdown” provision providing primary coverage for any liability not covered by the primary policy. The umbrella policy shall have no additional exclusion or coverage difference from the primary policy. The coverage shall also apply to automobile liability.

10.5 Workers’ Compensation/Employers Liability - Contractor shall comply with the applicable sections of the California Labor Code concerning workers' compensation for injuries on the job. Compliance is accomplished in one of the following manners:

10.5.1 Provide a copy of the permissive self-insurance certificate approved by the State of California; or

10.5.2 Secure and maintain in force a policy of workers' compensation insurance with statutory limits and Employer's Liability Insurance with a limit of one million dollars ($1,000,000) per accident. The policy shall be endorsed to waive all rights of subrogation against .
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City, its directors, commissioners, officers, employees, and volunteers for losses arising from performance of this Agreement or

10.5.3 If Contractor has no employees, it may certify or warrant to the City that it does not currently have any employees or individuals who are defined as “employees” under the Labor Code, and the requirement for Workers’ Compensation coverage will be waived by completing the waiver form provided by the City.

10.6 If Contractor maintains broader coverage and/or higher limits than the minimums shown above, City requires and shall be entitled to the broader coverage and/or the higher limits maintained by the Contractor. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of insurance and coverage shall be available to the City.

10.7 Each insurance policy included in this clause shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall not be cancelled except after thirty (30) days prior written notice to City.

10.8 Insurance shall be placed with insurers with an A.M. Best rating of no less than A-VIII. Any self-insured retention or deductible in excess of $25,000 must be approved in advance by the City. Any policies written on a claims-based basis must include a minimum of a 3-year tail.

10.9 Prior to the commencement of performance, Contractor shall furnish City with a certificate of insurance for each policy. Each certificate is to be signed by a person authorized by that insurer to evidence coverage on its behalf. The certificate(s) must be in a form approved by City. City may require complete, certified copies of any or all policies upon request.

10.10 Failure to maintain required insurance at all times shall constitute a default and material breach. In such event, Contractor shall immediately notify City and cease all performance under this Agreement until further directed by the City. In the absence of satisfactory insurance coverage, City may, at its option: (a) procure insurance with collection rights for premiums, attorney's fees, and costs against Contractor by way of set-off or recoupment from sums due to Contractor, at City's option; (b) immediately .
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terminate this Agreement and seek damages from the Agreement resulting from said breach; or (c) self-insure the risk, with all damages and costs incurred, by judgment, settlement or otherwise, including attorney's fees and costs, being collectible from Contractor, by way of set-off or recoupment from any sums due to Contractor.

11.0 GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

11.1 INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR.

11.1.1 It is understood that in the performance of the services herein provided for, Contractor shall be, and is, an independent contractor, and is not an agent, officer or employee of City and shall furnish such services in its own manner and method except as required by this Agreement, or any applicable statute, rule, or regulation. Further, Contractor has and shall retain the right to exercise full control over the employment, direction, compensation and discharge of all persons employed by Contractor in the performance of the services hereunder. City assumes no liability for Contractor’s actions and performance, nor assumes responsibility for taxes, bonds, payments, or other commitments, implied or explicit, by or for Contractor. Contractor shall be solely responsible for, and shall indemnify, defend and save City harmless from all matters relating to the payment of its employees, subcontractors and independent contractors, including compliance with social security, withholding and all other wages, salaries, benefits, taxes, exactions, and regulations of any nature whatsoever.

11.1.2 Contractor acknowledges that Contractor and any
subcontractors, agents or employees employed by Contractor shall not, under any circumstances, be considered employees of the City, and that they shall not be entitled to any of the benefits or rights afforded employees of City, including, but not limited to, sick leave, vacation leave, holiday pay, Public Employees Retirement System benefits, or health, life, dental, long-term disability or workers' compensation insurance benefits.

11.2 CONTRACTOR NOT AGENT. Except as the City may authorize in writing, Contractor and its subcontractors shall have no authority, express or implied, to act on behalf of or bind the City in any capacity whatsoever as agents or otherwise.

11.3 OWNERSHIP OF WORK. All documents and materials furnished by the City to Contractor shall remain the property of the City and shall be returned to .
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the City upon termination of this Agreement. All reports, drawings, plans, specifications, computer tapes, floppy disks and printouts, studies, memoranda, computation sheets, and other documents prepared by Contractor in furtherance of the work shall be the sole property of City and shall be delivered to City whenever requested at no additional cost to the City. Contractor shall keep such documents and materials on file and available for audit by the City for at least three (3) years after completion or earlier termination of this Agreement. Contractor may make duplicate copies of such materials and documents for its own files or for such other purposes as may be authorized in writing by the City.

11.4 CORRECTION OF WORK. Contractor shall promptly correct any defective, inaccurate or incomplete tasks, deliverables, goods, services and other work, without additional cost to the City. The performance or acceptance of services furnished by Contractor shall not relieve the Contractor from the obligation to correct subsequently discovered defects, inaccuracy, or incompleteness.

11.5 RESPONSIBILITY FOR ERRORS. Contractor shall be responsible for its work and results under this Agreement. Contractor, when requested, shall furnish clarification and/or explanation as may be required by the City, regarding any services rendered under this Agreement at no additional cost to City. In the event that an error or omission attributable to Contractor occurs, then Contractor shall, at no cost to City, provide all necessary design drawings, estimates and other Contractor professional services necessary to rectify and correct the matter to the sole satisfaction of City and to participate in any meeting required with regard to the correction.

11.6 WAIVER. The City's waiver of any term, condition, breach, or default of this Agreement shall not be considered to be a waiver of any other term, condition, default or breach, nor of a subsequent breach of the one waived. The delay or failure of either party at any time to require performance or compliance by the other of any of its obligations or agreements shall in no way be deemed a waiver of those rights to require such performance or compliance. No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and executed by a duly authorized representative of the party against whom enforcement of a waiver is sought. .
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11.7 SUCCESSORS. This Agreement shall inure to the benefit of, and shall be binding upon, the parties hereto and their respective heirs, successors, and/or assigns.

11.8 NO ASSIGNMENT. Contractor shall not assign or transfer this Agreement or any rights hereunder without the prior written consent of the City and approval by the City Attorney, which may be withheld in the City's sole discretion. Any unauthorized assignment or transfer shall be null and void and shall constitute a material breach by the Contractor of its obligations under this Agreement. No assignment shall release the original parties from their obligations or otherwise constitute a novation.

11.9 COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS. Contractor shall comply with all Federal, State, County and City laws, ordinances, rules and regulations, which are, as amended from time to time, incorporated herein and applicable to the performance hereof. Violation of any law material to performance of this Agreement shall entitle the City to terminate the Agreement and otherwise pursue its remedies. Further, if the Contractor performs any work knowing it to be contrary to such laws, rules, and regulations Contractor shall be solely responsible for all costs arising therefrom.

11.10 ATTORNEY'S FEES. If any action at law or in equity is brought to enforce or interpret the terms of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees, costs, and necessary disbursements in addition to any other relief to which such party may be entitled.

11.11 INTERPRETATION.

11.11.1 Applicable Law. This Agreement shall be deemed an agreement and shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Contractor agrees that the State and Federal courts which sit in the State of California shall have exclusive jurisdiction over all controversies and disputes arising hereunder, and submits to the jurisdiction thereof.

11.11.2 Entire Agreement. This Agreement, including any exhibits attached hereto, constitutes the entire agreement and understanding between the parties regarding its subject matter and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous .
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negotiations, representations, understandings, correspondence, documentation, and agreements (written or oral).

11.11.3 Written Amendment. This Agreement may only be
changed by written amendment executed by Contractor and the City Administrator or other authorized representative of the City, subject to any requisite authorization by the City Council. Any oral representations or modifications concerning this Agreement shall be of no force or effect.

11.11.4 Severability. If any provision in this Agreement is held by any court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, void, or unenforceable, such portion shall be deemed severed from this Agreement, and the remaining provisions shall nevertheless continue in full force and effect as fully as though such invalid, illegal, or unenforceable portion had never been part of this Agreement.

11.11.5 Order of Precedence. In case of conflict between the terms of this Agreement and the terms contained in any document attached as an Exhibit or otherwise incorporated by reference, the terms of this Agreement shall strictly prevail. The terms of the City’s Request for Proposals shall control over the Contractor’s Proposal.

11.11.6 Construction. In the event an ambiguity or question of intent or interpretation arises with respect to this Agreement, this Agreement shall be construed as if drafted jointly by the parties and in accordance with its fair meaning.

There shall be no presumption or burden of proof favoring or disfavoring any party by virtue of the authorship of any of the provisions of this Agreement.

11.12 TIME OF ESSENCE. Time is strictly of the essence of this agreement and each and every covenant, term, and provision hereof.

11.13 AUTHORITY OF CONTRACTOR. The Contractor hereby
represents and warrants to the City that the Contractor has the right, power, legal capacity, and authority to enter into and perform its obligations under this Agreement, and its execution of this Agreement has been duly authorized.

11.14 ARBITRATION OF DISPUTES. Any dispute for under $25,000 arising out of or relating to the negotiation, construction, performance, non-performance, .
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breach, or any other aspect of this Agreement, shall be settled by binding arbitration in accordance with the Commercial Rules of the American Arbitration Association at Los Angeles, California and judgment upon the award rendered by the Arbitrators may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof. The City does not waive its right to object to the timeliness or sufficiency of any claim filed or required to be filed against the City and reserves the right to conduct full discovery.

11.15 NOTICES. Any notice or demand to be given by one party to the other must be given in writing and by personal delivery or prepaid first-class, registered or certified mail, addressed as follows. Notice simply to the City of Vernon or any other City department is not adequate notice.

If to the City:

City of Vernon
Attention: Todd Dusenberry, General Manager
4305 Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, CA 90058
If to the Contractor:

Good Guard Security, Inc.

Attention: Andrea Huerta, Director of Proposal Management 21622 Plummer St., Suite 210
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Any such notice shall be deemed to have been given upon delivery, if personally delivered, or, if mailed, upon receipt, or upon expiration of three (3) business days from the date of posting, whichever is earlier. Either party may change the address at which it desires to receive notice upon giving written notice of such request to the other party.

11.16 NO THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. This Agreement is entered into for the sole benefit of City and Contractor and no other parties are intended to be direct or incidental beneficiaries of this Agreement and no third party shall have any right or remedy in, under, or to this Agreement.
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11.17 TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE (Without Cause). City may terminate this Agreement in whole or in part at any time, for any cause or without cause, upon fifteen (15) calendar days' written notice to Contractor. If the Agreement is thus terminated by City for reasons other than Contractor's failure to perform its obligations, City shall pay Contractor a prorated amount based on the services satisfactorily completed and accepted prior to the effective date of termination. Such payment shall be Contractor's exclusive remedy for termination without cause.

11.18 DEFAULT. In the event either party materially defaults in its obligations hereunder, the other party may declare a default and terminate this Agreement by written notice to the defaulting party. The notice shall specify the basis for the default. The Agreement shall terminate unless such default is cured before the effective date of termination stated in such notice, which date shall be no sooner than ten (10) days after the date of the notice. In case of default by Contractor, the City reserves the right to procure the goods or services from other sources and to hold the Contractor responsible for any excess costs occasioned to the City thereby. Contractor shall not be held accountable for additional costs incurred due to delay or default as a result of Force Majeure. Contractor must notify the City immediately upon knowing that non-performance or delay will apply to this Agreement as a result of Force Majeure. At that time Contractor is to submit in writing a Recovery Plan for this Agreement. If the Recovery Plan is not acceptable to the City or not received within 10 days of the necessary notification of Force Majeure default, then the City may cancel this order in its entirety at no cost to the City, owing only for goods and services completed to that point.

11.19 TERMINATION FOR CAUSE. Termination for cause shall relieve the terminating party of further liability or responsibility under this Agreement, including the payment of money, except for payment for services satisfactorily and timely performed prior to the service of the notice of termination, and except for reimbursement of (1) any payments made by the City for service not subsequently performed in a timely and satisfactory manner, and (2) costs incurred by the City in obtaining substitute performance. If this Agreement is terminated as provided herein, City may require, at no .
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additional cost to City, that Contractor provide all finished or unfinished documents, data, and other information of any kind prepared by Contractor in connection with the performance of Services under this Agreement. Contractor shall be required to provide such document and other information within fifteen (15) days of the request.

11.19.1 Additional Services. In the event this Agreement is terminated in whole or in part as provided herein, City may procure, upon such terms and in such manner as it may determine appropriate, services similar to those terminated.

11.20 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION OF RECORDS.

The City, or its authorized auditors or representatives, shall have access to and the right to audit and reproduce any of the Contractor's records to the extent the City deems necessary to insure it is receiving all money to which it is entitled under the Agreement and/or is paying only the amounts to which Contractor is properly entitled under the Agreement or for other purposes relating to the Agreement.

The Contractor shall maintain and preserve all such records for a period of at least three (3) years after termination of the Agreement.

The Contractor shall maintain all such records in the City of Vernon.

If not, the Contractor shall, upon request, promptly deliver the records to the City of Vernon or reimburse the City for all reasonable and extra costs incurred in conducting the audit at a location other than the City of Vernon, including, but not limited to, such additional (out of the City) expenses for personnel, salaries, private auditors, travel, lodging, meals, and overhead.

11.21 CONFLICT. Contractor hereby represents, warrants, and certifies that no member, officer, or employee of the Contractor is a director, officer, or employee of the City of Vernon, or a member of any of its boards, commissions, or committees, except to the extent permitted by law.

11.22 HEADINGS. Paragraphs and subparagraph headings contained in this Agreement are included solely for convenience and are not intended to modify, explain or to be a full or accurate description of the content thereof and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement. .
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11.23 ENFORCEMENT OF WAGE AND HOUR LAWS. Eight hours labor constitutes a legal day's work. The Contractor, or subcontractor, if any, shall forfeit twenty-five dollars ($25) for each worker employed in the execution of this Agreement by the respective Contractor or subcontractor for each calendar day during which the worker is required or permitted to work more than 8 hours in any one calendar day and 40 hours in any one calendar week in violation of the provisions of Sections 1810 through 1815 of the California Labor Code as a penalty paid to the City; provided, however, work performed by employees of contractors in excess of 8 hours per day, and 40 hours during any one week, shall be permitted upon compensation for all hours worked in excess of 8 hours per day at not less than 1½ times the basic rate of pay.

11.24 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PRACTICES. Contractor certifies and represents that, during the performance of this Agreement, it and any other parties with whom it may subcontract shall adhere to equal employment opportunity practices to assure that applicants, employees and recipients of service are treated equally and are not discriminated against because of their race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, age, medical condition, sexual orientation or marital status. Contractor further certifies that it will not maintain any segregated facilities.

Contractor further agrees to comply with The Equal Employment Opportunity Practices provisions as set forth in Exhibit “C”.
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EXHIBIT A

CONTRACTOR'S PROPOSAL
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March 18 , 2026

THE CITY OF VERNON

RFP FOR

UNARMED SECURITY GUARD

SERVICES
PRESENTED BY:

GOOD GUARD SECURITY , INC.

ANDREA HUERTA – DIRECTOR OF PROPOSAL

MANAGEMENT
1 (800) 651 -0491 X 100 8
ANDREA @GOODGUARDSECURITY.COM
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COVER LETTER: RFP FOR UNARMED SECURITY GUARD SERVICES
The City of Vernon, Public Utilities
Attn: Todd Desenberry, General Manager
4305 Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, CA 90058
March 18, 2026
Dear Mr. Dusenberry,
Good Guard Security, Inc. is honored to submit our proposal in response to the City of Vernon's Request for Proposals for Unarmed Security Guard Services. As a trusted provider of security services to California's public agencies & utility operations, we approach this opportunity with proven commitment to accountability, professionalism, and operational excellence.

At Good Guard, our philosophy, "Simply, GOOD Security!" is more than a motto; it is the foundation of our operational approach.

We pride ourselves on delivering superior performance by doing the basics brilliantly: attentiveness, proactive presence, compassionate communication, and unwavering respect. For a municipality of Vernon's unique character, an industrially dense, economically vital city with critical utility infrastructure, these principles are not just important, they are essential.

Our proposal specifically addresses the City's requirements for comprehensive unarmed security coverage across City Hall, the Power Plant Entrance, Soto Yard, and citywide roving patrol operations. With extensive experience supporting government facilities, municipal properties, and critical infrastructure environments, we bring hands-on expertise in access control, perimeter patrol, incident reporting, de-escalation, and real-time reporting. Where investigative and surveillance services are required, Good Guard will coordinate with our licensed private investigator partner to ensure all such work is performed by properly credentialed professionals. This proposal shall remain valid for a period of not less than ninety (90) days from the date of submittal.

Andrea Huerta, Director of Proposal Management
Business Entity:

Good Guard Security,
Inc.

Local Office
21622 Plummer St.

Suite 210
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Telephone:
(800) 651-0491
Federal Tax ID No.:
84-3273230
PPO License No.:
121925
SAM UEI No.:

YVR1RB84ASN5
GSA MAS:
47QSMS25D007E
Contact Person:

Andrea Huerta,
Director of Proposal
Mgmt.
21622 Plummer St,
#210
Chatsworth, CA 91311
(800) 651-0491 x1008
andrea@goodguard
security.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
“Safety and security don’t just happen; they are the result of collective consensus and public investment.”
-Nelson Mandela
The following pages are excluded from the 20-page proposal limit in accordance with RFP submission requirements: Cover Letter (p. 1), Table of Contents (p. 2), and Affidavit of Non-Collusion (p. 23).

SECTION TITLE PAGE
B. COVER LETTER 1
C. INTRODUCTION 3
D. GENERAL SCOPE OF WORK 4
E. WORK PLAN 5
F. FEES AND COST 15
G. ABILITY OF THE PROPOSER TO PERFORM 16
H. AFFIDAVIT OF NON-COLLUSION 22
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C. INTRODUCTION
Good Guard has thoroughly reviewed this solicitation to ensure full alignment with the City’s requirements. We understand the City’s need for a security partner capable of providing uninterrupted coverage while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and responsiveness.

Our approach to managing this contract centers on four key pillars: a Dedicated Management Team, 24/7 Command Center support, rigorous Quality Assurance protocols, and technology-driven performance management through our TrackTik platform.

Dedicated Management Team
Our Management Team includes our Chief Security Officer, Project Manager, Vice President of Operations, Supervisors, HR, and payroll support. They will work closely with City representatives, holding weekly meetings to review billing, turnover rates, guard management, and project records to ensure all requirements are met. 24/7 Command Center
Our Command Center operates around the clock, 365 days per year, staffed by trained dispatchers and scheduling coordinators. The Command Center serves as the backbone of our operational responsiveness, managing same-day callouts, coordinating emergency coverage, and serving as a communication hub between field personnel, site supervision, and City representatives. In the event of a critical incident, the Command Center can dispatch backup personnel, notify all parties, and coordinate with local law enforcement.

Quality Assurance
Good Guard implements a structured QA program that includes unannounced site inspections, uniform & equipment checks, post order compliance verification, and direct feedback collection from client representatives.

TrackTik Technology Platform
Our cloud-based guard management platform, TrackTik, enables real-time officer tracking, electronic Daily Activity Reports (DARs), and immediate incident reporting. The system integrates GPS-verified guard tour checkpoints, ensuring patrol coverage is completed as required. All reports are accessible to City representatives via a secure client portal, providing full transparency into daily operations and historical performance data.
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D. GENERAL SCOPE OF WORK
Good Guard will provide comprehensive unarmed security guard services across the City of Vernon's municipal and utility facilities, delivering a structured, professional security presence tailored to the unique operational demands of each location. Our approach recognizes that the City of Vernon requires a security partner capable of operating across diverse environments with consistency, discretion, and adaptaility.

Good Guard will deploy two professional unarmed security officers at City Hall Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Services will include access control enforcement, visitor screening, suspicious activity monitoring and reporting, and immediate response coordination with the Vernon Police
Department as warranted.

Good Guard will maintain a continuous 24/7 single-officer post at the Vernon Public Utilities Power Plant Entrance. Given the critical infrastructure nature of this assignment, officers deployed here will be selected for their experience in utility and industrial environments. Services will include strict access control enforcement, monitoring for unauthorized entry or tampering, documentation of all personnel and vehicle movements.

Good Guard will also provide a single officer at the Soto Yard during all non-regular hours.

Officers assigned to this post will focus on perimeter monitoring, deterrence of unauthorized access, vandalism prevention, and timely reporting of any incidents or suspicious activity observed during their watch.

Good Guard will deploy one to two roving patrol officers on a 24/7 basis to monitor approximately 20 designated points of interest throughout the City of Vernon. Roving officers will operate a company-provided, patrol vehicle equipped with all required safety equipment. Patrol routes and checkpoint sequences will be random and managed and documented through our TrackTik electronic guard tour platform. Patrol coverage will be flexible with the ability to concentrate resources at specific locations or add additional roving units as operational priorities shift.

When requested by the City, Good Guard will coordinate confidential investigative and surveillance services through our licensed private investigator partner. All investigative work will be conducted by properly credentialed PI-licensed professionals and handled with strict confidentiality.

Good Guard will assign a dedicated account management team to the City of Vernon contract, ensuring consistent oversight, rapid response to coverage changes, and proactive communication. A 24/7 emergency contact line will be maintained at all times, with field supervisors reachable around the clock.
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E. WORK PLAN
Good Guard will execute a structured 30-day transition plan organized into six phases to ensure seamless mobilization and uninterrupted security coverage across all City of Vernon facilities from the effective date of contract award. Where the City requires an accelerated start, Good Guard is prepared to achieve full operational readiness in as few as 15 days.

Phase 1 – Launch & Alignment (Week 1)
✓ Initiate contract with internal briefings and confirm mutual expectations with City representatives.
✓ Introduce Good Guard leadership and assigned Account Manager to City staff.

Phase 2 – Site Assessment & Risk Review (Week 1–2)
✓ Conduct walkthroughs of City Hall, the Power Plant Entrance, Soto Yard, and the roving patrol zone to analyze layouts, access points, & utility infrastructure exposure. ✓ Perform location-specific security risk assessments.
✓ Acquire existing SOPs and emergency protocols to inform post order development and officer training materials.

Phase 3 – Operational Planning & Staffing (Week 2–3)
✓ Review and align with existing City security programs, identifying service gaps and action items.
✓ Develop staffing strategy prioritizing officers with municipal and critical infrastructure experience.
✓ Establish a communication plan with regular updates, feedback loops, and escalation protocols tailored to the City's designated representatives.

Phase 4 – Personnel Onboarding & Training (Week 2–4)
✓ Leverage Good Guard's pipeline of pre-vetted Southern California officers and process all personnel through our eight-step verification protocol. ✓ Onboard all assigned staff through Good Guard's New Officer Orientation Program ✓ Deliver contract-specific training in access control, de-escalation, emergency response, investigative confidentiality protocols, and TrackTik operation.

Phase 5 – Technology & Operations Integration (Week 3–4) ✓ Configure geo-fencing and guard tour routes in TrackTik for all City locations. ✓ Establish automated daily report templates aligned with City documentation requirements.
✓ Confirm all communication systems and emergency contact protocols are fully operational and tested.

Phase 6 – Deployment & Go-Live (End of Week 4)
✓ Complete final readiness checks including uniform inspections and post order competency assessments.
✓ Deploy officers with on-site supervisor presence and management oversight during initial shifts.
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E. WORK PLAN
Good Guard has developed a comprehensive 30-day implementation plan to ensure a seamless transition and successful deployment of services. The plan, illustrated below, outlines each critical step, including recruitment, training, site-specific onboarding, and deployment scheduling. This structured timeline allows us to meticulously coordinate every aspect of the implementation process, ensuring readiness and alignment with all requirements from day one.
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E. WORK PLAN
Good Guard is fully committed to ensuring a smooth and seamless transition for the City of Vernon. We understand that retaining incumbent officers can play an important role in maintaining continuity of service and minimizing disruption at the start of a new contract.

Our team will fully support the onboarding of selected incumbent personnel and ensure they are integrated into our operations in alignment with our standards for professionalism, training, and accountability.

Transitioning incumbent personnel seamlessly into Good Guard’s workforce is a critical step in our implementation process. Our approach ensures clear communication, accessibility, and transparency at every stage. This process begins with a series of group orientation sessions held over several days at varying shift times to accommodate all schedules. Following this, we provide personalized one-on-one meetings with our recruiters and HR team, also hosted over multiple days and times for maximum availability. These steps are designed to address general and specific concerns, ensuring that all personnel feel supported during this transition.

This structured and inclusive process guarantees that incumbent personnel have every opportunity to onboard smoothly with Good Guard. By combining group sessions for efficiency with personalized support, we create an environment of trust and clarity. As we complete the onboarding process, we ensure all personnel meet our rigorous standards while retaining their valuable experience. This approach not only strengthens our workforce but also upholds our commitment to operational excellence.

Phase 1
Phase 2
Phase 3
Phase 4
Flawless Incumbent Integration
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E. WORK PLAN
Good Guard maintains a structured, compliance-driven hiring and assignment process ensuring that every officer deployed under this contract meets or exceeds the qualifications, screening, and certification requirements established in the Agencies' Scope of Services. This process applies uniformly to all personnel, including incumbent retention candidates. No officer will be assigned to City facility until every requirement has been independently verified, documented, and centralized.

All personnel must pass a comprehensive background investigation with no felony convictions, sexual offense history, or dishonorable discharge. Officers must complete medical and substance screening, hold all required BSIS certifications, and satisfy the minimum qualifications for their assigned post classification prior to deployment.

Good Guard's hiring process is meticulously structured to ensure every security officer meets the precise qualifications required under the Scope of Services. Through our 8- Step Verification Process, we maintain the highest standards of professionalism and readiness, ensuring that only fully qualified personnel are assigned to all facilities. .
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E. WORK PLAN
Good Guard's in-house training department, Good Guard Unit Force Training, develops and delivers customized training programs tailored to the specific operational environment of each contract. Specialized, site-relevant training is the most direct investment in officer performance, contract quality, and the professional service standard the City of Vernon expects.

Training accessibility is a foundational principle of Good Guard's program. In-person courses, situational trainings, and program orientations are conducted at our regional branch offices to ensure geographic convenience for all assigned personnel. Good Guard also leverages the Defencify training platform to deliver virtual, self-paced learning with structured deadlines, giving officers the flexibility to complete coursework remotely without sacrificing accountability. Every Defencify course includes mandatory post-course assessments to verify comprehension and confirm that training has been fully absorbed before officers are deployed to any assignment.
4-Pillar Training Program
All security personnel assigned to this contract must complete Good Guard's 4-Pillar Training Program prior to and throughout their assignment. This framework ensures officers are prepared at every stage, from initial onboarding through long-term professional development.
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E. WORK PLAN
To ensure officers are fully prepared to serve in industrial, municipal environments such as those operated by the City of Vernon, Good Guard has developed a comprehensive training curriculum that meets and exceeds the requirements outlined in the City’s Scope of Services. This curriculum integrates mandatory BSIS certifications, scenario-based instruction specific to critical infrastruture & industrial environments, and ongoing professional development.

All training content under each pillar is documented, tracked through Defencify, and available for City review upon request.
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E. WORK PLAN
At Good Guard, we recognize that accurate timekeeping
is essential to delivering exceptional service and
maintaining operational excellence. With decades of
experience in the security industry, we’ve developed an innovative approach to workforce management that
ensures the highest standards of precision and
accountability. Our advanced timekeeping system,
powered by TrackTik, enables us to manage our security
personnel with unmatched accuracy and transparency.

Our security officers can efficiently capture photos,
videos and take notes, contributing to detailed report
generation. This data is then consolidated for trend
analysis, optimizing daily operations and delivering
tailored security solutions for diverse facilities and
security threats. This cutting-edge technology allows us to monitor and record staff hours in real-time, ensuring that every minute is accounted for. Our focus on precise accuracy shows our strong commitment to excellence
and helps strengthen the trust our clients have in us.
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E. WORK PLAN
Geofencing Capabilities
Our Supervisors and Dispatch Officers are able to constantly track our officers through TrackTik’s geofencing capabilities. TrackTik's geofencing establishes a virtual boundary around each property we serve, providing live tracking of officer locations throughout their shift. If an officer leaves the designated perimeter or remains idle for an extended period, our dispatch team receives an immediate alert and can contact the officer directly. This ensures full accountability and confirms that coverage remains uninterrupted.

Live Reporting
While on shift, security officers are able to develop detailed Daily Activity Reports (DARs) in seconds. Each entry captures the officer's name, shift notes, photos or audio, GPS location, and timestamp. Reports update automatically throughout each shift and can be scheduled for delivery daily, weekly, or monthly based on the City’s preference. In any report pulled, each entry will include the reporting guard’s name, shift notes, photos and/or audio, said guard’s GPS location, and a timestamp. Color-coded entries allow our dispatch team and client staff to quickly identify and monitor activity types. .
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E. WORK PLAN
Good Guard utilizes TrackTik, an industry-leading security workforce management platform, as our electronic scheduling, post assignment, and verification system to monitor and verify all guard and supervisor activity across the City's property portfolio.

TrackTik operates alongside Daily Activity Reports maintained at every property, ensuring dual-layer documentation and full operational transparency for City managers and stakeholders. Our system provides comprehensive, real-time oversight of all operations including:

Checkpoint Verification
✓ GPS-stamped checkpoint scanning that records the
exact location, date, and time each checkpoint was
visited
✓ NFC/QR code scan points installed at all designated
checkpoint locations throughout each City property
✓ Automated verification that confirms officers physically arrived at each required location, including interior
corridors, anchor store perimeters, food courts, parking structures, and exterior patrol zones
✓ Supervisor location-level check-ins recorded at each
property visited during rounds
Route Tracking
✓ Real-time GPS tracking displays patrol routes taken by officers and supervisors on an interactive map
✓ Historical route playback allows Good Guard
management and City property managers to review
exact paths traveled during any patrol or supervisory
round
✓ Geofencing alerts notify the 24/7 Command Center if
officers deviate from designated patrol areas or leave
post perimeters
Time Documentation
✓ Electronic sign-in/sign-out for all guards and supervisors at all properties, recorded in parallel with Daily Activity Reports
✓ Time-stamped arrival and departure records for every checkpoint visit ✓ Automated logging of shift start and end times with GPS coordinates ✓ Duration tracking shows time spent at each post, checkpoint, and between locations
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E. WORK PLAN
When the City requires confidential investigative or
surveillance services, Good Guard will coordinate with our licensed investigative partner, Blueline Investigations (CA PI License No. 189337), to ensure all such work is performed by properly credentialed professionals in full compliance with California law and the City's confidentiality protocols.

Blueline Investigations is a veteran-owned agency founded by Robert Parks, a retired Chief of Police with over 30 years of law enforcement experience spanning the LAPD and the San Fernando Police Department. Mr. Parks holds an active BSISissued Private Investigator license and brings command-level investigative expertise that is rare in the private sector. The firm operates throughout the Greater Los Angeles region, making them ideally positioned to serve the City of Vernon.

Core Investigative Capabilities
Workplace Misconduct Investigations
Neutral third-party investigations into internal theft, policy violations, or conduct concerns involving City
employees, contractors, or vendors
Utility Asset Protection
Targeted surveillance and evidence gathering related to meter tampering, utility theft, or unauthorized interference with VPU infrastructure Threat Assessments
Physical security vulnerability evaluations at City facilities drawing on Mr. Parks' direct municipal safety experience
Enhanced Background Intelligence
Deep due diligence on contractors or individuals of interest, including non-digitized court records and CA law enforcement community vetting
All investigative findings will be communicated exclusively to the City's designated representatives. No information will be shared externally without the City's written authorization, and all criminal activity identified will be reported promptly to the Vernon Police Department.

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F. FEES AND COSTS
Good Guard is pleased to submit the following cost proposal in response to the City of Vernon's RFP for Unarmed Security Guard Services. All pricing is based on the baseline coverage requirements outlined in Section 4.4, reflects not-to-exceed amounts, and is consistent with rates Good Guard offers to comparable California governmental entities. .
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G. ABILITY OF THE PROPOSER TO PERFORM
Proposed Management Team for The City of Vernon
Our team is thoroughly prepared and eager to work with the City of Vernon to strengthen and elevate security operations across all City facilities. Jasmine Malik will serve as the dedicated Account Manager for this contract, providing full-time, on-the-ground oversight of all assigned personnel and daily operations from day one of contract award. Our broader management, supervisory, and scheduling teams remain available 24/7, underscoring our commitment to constant, real-time communication. We understand the critical need for seamless security operations and are fully equipped to deliver them with the utmost efficiency and reliability.
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G. ABILITY OF THE PROPOSER TO PERFORM
Shawn Helmandi, Chief Security
Officer
Resume & Participation
Address: 21622 Plummer St, Suite 200
Chatsworth, CA 91311
E-mail:
[email protected]
Education & Certifications
ASIS Certification/CALSAGA
Member
Certified Security Manager (CSM)
Certification
Crisis Prevention Intervention
Certification
City of Santa Monica January 2023
▪ Collaborated with project team to develop most effective security plan for the City to mitigate issues being faced.
▪ Coordinated affiliations with local homeless outreach services to provide the City with a solution to their current homeless epidemic. ▪ Coordinated with PD for emergency surge staffing for planned protest in City.

Culver City July 2024
▪ Sourced regional resources to coordinate security for emergency patrol services.
▪ Reinforced partnerships with local law enforcement to more efficiently coordinate emergency services in line with local PD preferences.

Ahmed Elgazery, VP of
Operations
Resume & Participation
Address: 21622 Plummer St, Suite 200
Chatsworth, CA 91311
E-mail:
[email protected]
Guard Card No.: 6627280
Exp. Date: 06/30/2026
Education & Certifications
Firearms Proficiency Training
Certified Security Manager (CSM)
Certification
City of Santa Monica June 2023
▪ Performed walkthroughs of all downtown parking structures with SMPD to determine criminal hot spots and potential areas of risk in each structure.
▪ Developed individual security plans for parking structures and library locations to help reduce transient activity.

Caltrans – Pasadena (District 7) June 2022
▪ Oversaw direct management of 30 officers to ensure patrols are continuously conducted on a 24 hour basis, for over 200 State-owned properties.

Culver City July 2024
▪ Successfully transitioned multi-department, multi-site, citywide contract, while maintaining portion of incumbent workforce to ensure service continuity.
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G. ABILITY OF THE PROPOSER TO PERFORM
Jasmine Malik, Project Manager Resume & Participation
Address: 21622 Plummer St, Suite 200
Chatsworth, CA 91311
E-mail:
[email protected]
Education & Certifications
University of California – Los
Angeles, Bachelor of Arts in
Psychology
Certified Security Manager (CSM)
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
Certification
City of Santa Monica January 2023
▪ Met with local law enforcement to foster relationships & determine best security protocols for emergency situations.
▪ Coordinated with Santa Monica PD to provide emergency security for anticipated protests within the city.
▪ Conducts audits of security incident Reports to ensure officers are complying with applicable law.

City of Lynwood October 2022
• Coordinated with security teams as for as-needed protection services anywhere from 10-20 security officers.
▪ Oversees the development of curated SOP’s for each request of service.
▪ Manages all-last minute event requests swiftly.

CalTrans – Los Angeles June 2022
▪ Helped develop optimized patrol routes for enhanced security visibility.
▪ Attends quarterly performance reviews with the District.

Jun Gu , IT & Supply Director Resume & Participation
Address: 21622 Plummer St, Suite 200
Chatsworth, CA 91311
E-mail: [email protected]
Guard Card No.: 1357501
Exp. Date: 01/31/2027
Firearms Permit: 277150
Baton Permit: 1578143
Education & Certifications
Firearms Proficiency Training
Certified Security Manager (CSM)
Certification
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
Certification
The City of Santa Monica June 2023
• Coordinated resources to provide the city with a specific style uniform to accommodate their preferences.
• Ensured all security officers signed off on required training for each post.

The City of Lynwood October 2022
▪ Regularly coordinates officer security plans for various as needed events that take place in the city.

Hope of the Valley July 2022
▪ Helped develop & implement emergency response protocols and equipment for the sites.
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G. ABILITY OF THE PROPOSER TO PERFORM
Good Guard has been in business for over 41 years, delivering reliable security services across the State of California. With over 16 years of experience in federal, state, and local contracting, we have built strong expertise in serving diverse public entities. Throughout this time, we have developed trusted partnerships with numerous municipalities and law enforcement agencies, enhancing security in communities nationwide.

GOOD GUARD’S ACTIVE PROGRAMS
Our deep understanding of municipal security needs, particularly within California's industrial and utility-driven cities, positions Good Guard to deliver security solutions precisely tailored to Vernon's unique environment. Vernon's security demands require a partner with both public agency experience and the operational flexibility to match. Good Guard brings exactly that, drawing from our extensive portfolio of municipal, utility, and government facility contracts across California to deliver security services that uphold safety, professionalism, and strict adherence to the City's governance standards. .
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G. ABILITY OF THE PROPOSER TO PERFORM

CITY OF PALMDALE
Good Guard currently serves the City of Palmdale under a 5-year contract for comprehensive citywide unarmed security guard services spanning municipal facilities, parks, Housing Authority properties, and special events, one of our most operationally complex municipal engagements in the Southern California region.

Under this contract, Good Guard delivers 24/7 dedicated stationary guard coverage at four major city facilities while simultaneously providing citywide random roving patrol
across all other City facilities and parks on a continuous basis. This dual stationary-and-roving model mirrors
precisely the coverage structure Vernon requires across City Hall, the Power Plant Entrance, Soto Yard, and
citywide roving patrol. Our Housing Authority assignments further demonstrate our ability to manage multi-site
overnight and non-regular-hour coverage, including 24/7 gate posts and overnight-only windows, directly analogous to Vernon's Soto Yard and Power Plant posts. Officers
operate marked patrol vehicles, conduct TrackTik QR-code checkpoint scanning, and submit daily activity reports
electronically, with a dedicated on-site supervisor serving as the primary City liaison 24/7.

CITY OF SANTA MONICA
Good Guard maintains four active contracts with the City of Santa Monica spanning City Hall, the Department of
Transportation and Big Blue Bus, citywide downtown
parking structures, and the Public Works City Yards,
representing one of our most comprehensive municipal
security partnerships in the region.

At Santa Monica City Hall, Good Guard provides a publicfacing, hospitality-oriented stationary guard presence managing access control for City officials, elected
representatives, staff, and the general public — a post profile nearly identical to Vernon's City Hall requirement.

Our DOT/BBB contract deploys stationary 24/7 posts, a
roving/relief patrol officer conducting 16-hour daily sweeps, and a dedicated center post a multi-post, multi-schedule structure directly comparable to Vernon's baseline coverage model. Our City Yards Public Works contract mirrors Vernon's utility facility environment, with officers managing gate access control, surveillance monitoring, and emergency response at an active municipal operations facility.
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Good Guard Security, Inc.

Services Agreement

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EXHIBIT B

SCHEDULE
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F. FEES AND COSTS
Good Guard is pleased to submit the following cost proposal in response to the City of Vernon's RFP for Unarmed Security Guard Services. All pricing is based on the baseline coverage requirements outlined in Section 4.4, reflects not-to-exceed amounts, and is consistent with rates Good Guard offers to comparable California governmental entities. .
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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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City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: April 21, 2026
From: Brian Saeki, City Administrator
Department: City Administration
Submitted by: Lilia Hernandez, Assistant to the City Administrator Subject
Report on Contract Approved by the City Administrator for a Business Tax Contribution Study Recommendation
Receive and file the report on the Services Agreement with Kosmont & Associates, Inc. for real estate advisory services related to the analysis of municipal fees and taxes, as approved by the City Administrator pursuant to Vernon Municipal Code Section 3.32.110(B)(2).

Background
The City’s Utility Users Tax (UUT) generates approximately $14 million each year, which represents more than 15% of the City’s total revenues, making it the City’s second largest revenue source. The UUT (Measure R) was passed by voters in 2018 and is scheduled to sunset in 2028 unless renewed by the voters. In anticipation of the expiration of the UUT, on October 21, 2025, the City Council received a presentation on the potential of placing a measure to extend the UUT on the ballot for the April 2026 General Municipal Election. Subsequently, a presentation was also made to the Vernon Business and Industry Commission (BIC) and discussed at a Business Breakfast event in late 2025. The business community expressed concerns regarding the parity, or lack thereof, in the tax contributions paid by different business sectors within the City. It was suggested that the City consider a study to evaluate whether different business types contribute their fair share in taxes for their use of City infrastructure and services.

Accordingly, on February 12, 2026, the City Administrator engaged the services of Kosmont & Associates, Inc. (Kosmont) to conduct a business tax contribution study. Kosmont was tasked with conducting an analysis of municipal fees and taxes paid by the various types of businesses located in the City and making recommendations for any necessary adjustments to ensure parity across business sectors. Kosmont was selected based on their expertise in conducting the research and type of analysis needed, previous work completed to the City’s satisfaction, and existing familiarity with the City’s financial structure. Based on the contract amount of $35,000, the agreement with Kosmont would normally be subject to informal selection requirements.

However, given the time-sensitive nature of the study, the City Administrator determined it was in the best interest of the City to award a contract to Kosmont, without a competitive selection process, as Kosmont’s existing familiarity with the City enabled the firm to begin work immediately. Expediency in completing the study is essential to properly budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27 in anticipation of any potential ballot measures that may need to be explored for the April 2027 General Municipal Election. A report regarding the contract award is provided to City Council as required by Section 3.32.110(B)(3) of the Vernon Municipal Code.

Fiscal Impact
The fiscal impact is not-to-exceed $35,000. Sufficient funds are available in General Fund, City Administration Department, Professional Services Account No. 011-010-105-529215 for the current fiscal year.

Attachments
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City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: April 21, 2026
From: Brian Saeki, City Administrator
Department: City Administration
Submitted by: Lilia Hernandez, Assistant to the City Administrator Subject
City Council Strategic Plan – Goal Tasks
Recommendation
As part of the City’s Strategic Planning Process, receive a presentation on proposed tasks to achieve identified City Council goals and provide direction to staff regarding any desired modifications.

Background
The City of Vernon is undergoing a Strategic Planning Process to shape the City’s future. The Strategic Plan will provide a clear framework to guide the City’s decision-making and resource allocation, aligning goals and objectives with community needs and City Council priorities.

To that end, the City’s strategic planning consultant, Kelly Associates Management Group (Kelly Associates), facilitated a goal setting workshop for City Council during a Special Council Meeting held on March 3, 2026. The workshop followed the completion of a SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) and three separate community meetings held in February 2026 to seek input from Vernon residents and the business community. Subsequently, on March 17, 2026, the City Council received a presentation on City Council priorities and determined key goals to guide the City’s Strategic Plan (Attachment 1).

On March 17, 2026, the City Council determined its goals to be as follows:

1. Strengthen City Credibility and Partnerships

2. Promote Economic Growth and Revenue Generation

3. Advance Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship

4. Enhance Community Infrastructure and Facilities

5. Strengthen Organizational Efficiency and Financial Planning

6. Optimize Public Utility Operations to Ensure Affordable Services Considering the six City Council goals identified above, the City’s executive team has developed specific tasks to help achieve each of the goals. A draft of the tasks will be presented to City Council at the April 21, 2026 Council Meeting and will include a schedule, associated cost, and City department assignment for each task. City Council will have an opportunity to provide feedback regarding each of the tasks and propose desired modifications. Once a table of tasks is determined, staff will incorporate the detailed table into the City’s Strategic Plan to be presented to Council for adoption at a future meeting.

Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.

Attachments

1. March 17, 2026 Presentation on City Council Strategic Priorities

2. Draft Strategic Plan Task List
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City Council Strategic Priorities
March 17, 2026
March 17, 2026
Item 2
Staff Presentation
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Background
SWOT Analysis
Strengths, Weaknesses,
Opportunities, and
Threats (SWOT) identified
• Council, Executives,
staff, and community
members completed
analysis
• Interviews with same
stakeholders
followed
Community Input
Three workshops held to
gather feedback from
residents and businesses
• February 2 – Resident
Session (Vernon
Village Park Apts)
• February 5 – Business
Session (City Hall)
• February 5 – Resident
Session (City Hall)
Compilation
SWOT Analyses and
community input
summarized and
presented to Council
• Special Meeting held
on March 3
• Each Council
Member identified 5
key goals as focus
areas for action
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Discussion
Based on priorities identified by
City Council, staff have developed
potential goals for consideration

1. Strengthen City Credibility and
Partnerships

2. Promote Economic Growth and
Revenue Generation

3. Advance Sustainability and
Environmental Stewardship

4. Enhance Community Infrastructure
and Facilities

5. Strengthen Organizational Efficiency
and Financial Planning

6. Optimize Public Utility
Operations to Ensure
Affordable Services
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To Include:
• Building trust and credibility with
the public and other public
agencies
• Pursuing collaborative
opportunities with regional
partners to maximize impact and
resources
Goal 1
Strengthen City
Credibility and
Partnerships
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To Include:
• Attracting residential, retail, and
commercial development
• Providing services to surrounding
cities and exploring new
revenue sources, including
green tech and digital
infrastructure
Goal 2
Promote Economic
Growth and
Revenue
Generation
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To Include:
• Improving local air quality and
reducing environmental
impacts, particularly in SELA
communities
• Positioning Vernon as a hub for
clean-tech and circular
economy initiatives
Goal 3
Advance
Sustainability and
Environmental
Stewardship
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To Include:
• Developing parks, community centers,
libraries, and health clinics to meet
resident needs
• Investing in digital and physical
infrastructure that supports both
community and economic goals
• Exploring new funding mechanisms to
finance public infrastructure and
development projects
Goal 4
Enhance
Community
Infrastructure and
Facilities
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To Include:
• Streamlining City codes, policies, and
procedures, including purchasing
processes
• Streamlining City meetings to enhance
public engagement and efficiency
• Implementing long-term financial and
capital planning to ensure sustainability
and resilience
Goal 5
Strengthen
Organizational
Efficiency and
Financial Planning
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To Include:
• Prioritizing the efficient management
of the City’s power, gas, fiber, and
water systems
• Keeping utility costs low for residents
and businesses while maintaining
reliable, high-quality service
• Kern County property
Goal 6
Optimize Public
Utility Operations to
Ensure Affordable
Services
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Next Steps
• City Council approves goals to prepare a Strategic Plan • Staff develops specific tasks to achieve goals
• Schedule
• Associated Costs
• Responsible City Department
• City Council adopts Strategic Plan
• Modify at any time with new priorities
• Evaluate each year during City budget process
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City of Vernon Strategic Plan - Task List
Goal 1: Strengthen City Credibility and Partnerships
Tasks
Responsible
Department Objective Description Associated Cost Funding Source Fiscal Year Status

1.1 All Departments
Maintain active participation and leadership in municipal/industry organizations and secure at least one (1) leadership position, speaking engagement or panel role annually to increase professional visibility and network.

Staff Time &
Membership Fees
General Fund & Enterprise Fund by Department FY 25-26 In Progress

1.2 Finance
Prepare and submit the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) to the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) by December 31st and the annual Budget Documents within 90 days following budget adoption, aiming to be considered for various GFOA Awards that recognize excellence in government finance. Staff Time N/A FY 25-26 In Progress

1.3 VPU
Establish a formal Key Accounts program to increase transparency and planning coordination between VPU and the top business customers, including hiring a Key Accounts Administrator by end of fiscal year 26-27. Staff Time VPU Budget FY 25-26 In Progress

1.4 Public Works
Coordinate regular development meetings to facilitate high-priority development projects and business growth within the City. Meetings to be attended by key internal and external stakeholders to review progress, address unresolved issues, and update timelines to completion. Staff Time General Fund (PW Budget) FY 25-26 In Progress

1.5 All Departments
Continue to facilitate public engagement through periodic community outreach events by holding at least four City events througout the year in addition to specialized outreach opportunities hosted by individual City Departments. $100K/year General Fund (Community Engagement Budget) FY 26-27 In Progress

1.6 City Admin. & Depts. as needed
Hold quarterly town halls to discuss issues and gather feedback directly from residents. Staff Time General Fund (City Admin. Budget) FY 26-27 On-going

1.7 City Admin.

Foster positive City sentiment and increase social media engagement by implementing a targeted postive storytelling strategy, publishing success stories in industry publications; launching a City Highlight video series, etc. $75K General Fund (City Admin.
. Budget) FY 26-27 Not started.Item 12 Page 12 of 43
City of Vernon Strategic Plan - Task List
Goal 1: Strengthen City Credibility and Partnerships (Continued) Tasks
Responsible
Department Objective Description Associated Cost Funding Source Fiscal Year Status

1.8 City Admin.

Continue engagement with the Los Angeles School District by holding quarterly meetings with District staff and maintain the City's commitment to financial support as outlined in the Education Compact with the District $60K/year General Fund (Community Engagement Budget) FY 26-27 In Progress

1.9 City Admin.

Aid Vernon City Elementary School's efforts to maintain critical staff positions for the 2026-27 school year, including funding for the School Interventionst position. $200K General Fund (Community Engagement Budget) FY 26-27 Not started

1.10 City Admin./IT Update City website with new branding. $10K General Fund (IT Budget) FY 26-27 In Progress

1.11 City Admin./IT
Launch the new City services mobile application to the public, enabling users to report non-emergency issues and request City services. Conduct targeted outreach to Vernon residents and the business community to drive use of the app. $20K General Fund (IT Budget) FY 26-27 In Progress

1.12 City Admin./IT
Conduct annual review of Technology Systems across City Departments to evaluate reliability, security, and transparency and identify necessary upgrades. Staff Time General Fund (IT Budget) FY 26-27 In Progress

1.13 Human Resources
Develop and launch a City-wide supervisory training program to empower new and current supervisors with necessary tools and skills to enhance team performance and to address workplace challenges. Training to be completed by all supervisors by end of 2027. Staff Time N/A FY 26-27 Not started

1.14 Human Resources
Create new employee engagement opportunities, and provide regular employee engagement activities throughout the year. Staff Time N/A FY 26-27 In Progress ..Item 12 Page 13 of 43
City of Vernon Strategic Plan - Task List
Goal 1: Strengthen City Credibility and Partnerships (Continued) Tasks
Responsible
Department Objective Description Associated Cost Funding Source Fiscal Year Status

1.15 Human Resources
Design and implement a comprehensive onboardig process to welcome new City employees. Staff Time N/A FY 26-27 In Progress

1.16 Public Works
Create and implement a formal program to welcome new businesses to the City. Program to include personal outreach upon isssuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. Staff Time General Fund (PW Budget) FY 26-27 Not started

1.17 Health/PW
Explore the feasibility of a regional stormwater project on 56th Street in partnership with LA County Public Works, and demonstrate how space-constratined industrial cities can partner with neighboring agencies to meet climate resilience goals. TBD City/LA County Public Works (Measure W) FY 26-27 In Progress

1.18 City Clerk/All Departments
Digitize records and provide a centralized location on the City's website to access public records. TBD City Clerk/All Departments FY 27-28 On-going

1.19 Health
Implement an online public portal to publish all inspection and compliance reports, reducing the need for public information requests for such documents and increasing transparency. TBD General Fund (Health/IT Budget) FY 27-28 Not started
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City of Vernon Strategic Plan - Task List
Goal 2: Promote Economic Growth and Revenue Generation
Tasks
Responsible
Department Objective Description Associated Cost Funding Source Fiscal Year Status

2.1 City Admin./Finance
By June 30, 2026, complete a comprehensive Business Tax Contribution Study analyzing local tax data across all major business sectors in the City to determine if tax contributions are commensurate with public services used and equitable across sectors. $35K General Fund FY 25-26 In Progress

2.2 City Admin.

Create a comprehensive economic development strategy encompassing marketing materials, digital business promotion, property search assistance, financial incentives and financing tools (e.g. Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District) etc. to attract new businesses to the City.

Staff Time &
Consultants
General Fund (Industrial Development Budget) FY 26-27 In Progress

2.3 City Admin.

Add measures to extend UUT and Public Safety Tax for the 2027 General Municipal Election. Conduct related townhall meetings, outreach and education.

Staff Time &
Consultants General Fund FY 26-27 In Progress

2.4 City Admin.

Continue participation in the Big 4 initiative to increase visibility of the City as an ideal location to do businness and to pursue increased allocation of SB1 funding for maintenance of roads. Participation consists of Big 4 marketing materials, conference sponsorship and attendance, Big 4 Summit launch event and drafting and supporting legislation to define industrial cities. TBD General Fund (Industrial Development Budget) FY 26-27 In Progress

2.5 City Admin./IT
Improve the City’s website to enhance viewer experience and increase engagement. Enhance content structure and search capabilities and mobile accessibility. Staff Time General Fund (IT Budget) FY 26-27 Not Started

2.6 VPU
Generate new revenue for the utility and UUT revenue for the City by enforcing agreed upon increased load ramp schedules on all large developments. $2,000 VPU Electric Budget FY 26-27 In Progress
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City of Vernon Strategic Plan - Task List
Goal 2: Promote Economic Growth and Revenue Generation (Continued) Tasks
Responsible
Department Objective Description Associated Cost Funding Source Fiscal Year Status

2.7 VPU
Increase energy load growth by facilitating new highuse project development and conducting daily checkins with key customers. Staff Time VPU Electric Budget FY 26-27 In Progress

2.8 Public Works
Establish a Sewer Fee to secure necessary funding for system operation and maintenance. TBD General Fund (PW Budget) FY 27-28 In Progress

2.9 Finance
Complete a comprehensive User Fee Study update every 3-5 years to assess current fees and potential new fee opportunities. Update should be completed and presented to the Vernon Business and Industry Commission and City Council by May of each year prior to budget workshops for the upcoming fiscal year. $40K General Fund (Finance Budget) FY 28-30 Not Started
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City of Vernon Strategic Plan - Task List
Goal 3: Advance Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship Tasks
Responsible
Department Objective Description Associated Cost Funding Source Fiscal Year Status

3.1 Public Works
Develop design standards for installation of Permeable Sidewalks and facilitate projects that seek to install new permeable sidewalks.

Match Measure W
revenue
Measure W / private development FY 26-27 In progress

3.2 Health/PW/VPU/Finance
Re-visit the City's Sustainability Action Plan last updated in 2023 and create a plan for implementation. TBD Health/PW Budgets FY 26-27 Not Started

3.3 City Admin./IT
Evaluate processes by Department to identify opportunities to digitize processes to streamline internal workflows and reduce paper consumption. TBD General Fund (IT Budget) FY 27-28 Not Started

3.4 City Admin. - All Departments
Develop and implement a Circular Economy Initiative to facilitate the use of recycled materials in product manufacturing (products and/waste from businesses become raw materials for others). TBD General Fund (Admin Budget) FY 27-28 Not Started

3.5 Health
Conduct Comprehensive Air Quality Study that establishes a baseline, measures key pollutants and identifies emission hotspots. TBD General Fund (Admin/Health Budget) FY 27-28 Not Started

3.6 VPU
Procure Renewable and Carbon-Neutral energy resources to meet state-mandated clean power goals and provide industry-best reliability and affordability. $20M/Year VPU Power Supply and RPS FY 29-30
In Progress - on track to comply

3.7 VPU
Support fleet electification and charging infrastructure for the public. Staff Time VPU Budget FY 29-30 In Progress

3.8 Public Works
Establish Food Service Establishments (FSE) Oil and Grease Permits to minimize sewer spills; develop outreach and education plan in preparation for implementation deadline of January 2030 set for FSEs. Staff Time General Fund (PW Budget) FY 29-30 In Progress

3.9 VPU
Support evolution from legacy business customer base to clean technology. Staff Time VPU Budget FY 30-31 In Progress ..Item 12 Page 17 of 43
City of Vernon Strategic Plan - Task List
Goal 3: Advance Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship (Continued) Tasks
Responsible
Department Objective Description Associated Cost Funding Source Fiscal Year Status

3.10 Health
Consolidate franchise haulers and transition to an Exclusive Franchise Agreement (EFA) to allow the City to streamline operations, reduce the municipal carbon footprint, and ensure 100% compliance with organic waste diversion and recycling regulations. TBD Health/General Fund FY 30-31 In progress

3.11 VPU
Devise strategies to extend the life of the MGS power plant by 1) Developing an interim Plan to Repower MGS to operate on Hydrogen as green fuel source and 2) Developing a long-term plan for the replacement of MGS with eligible renewable or carbon-neutral generational technologies. TBD VPU ERMP included in 5 year CIP w/Tax Exempt Financing FY 34-35 In Progress ..Item 12 Page 18 of 43
City of Vernon Strategic Plan - Task List
Goal 4: Enhance Community Infrastructure and Facilities Tasks
Responsible
Department Objective Description Associated Cost Funding Source Fiscal Year Status

4.1 Admin Establish a Community Library Nook at City Hall. $30-$40K General Fund (Community Engagement Budget) FY 26-27 Not started

4.2 Admin
Assess utilization of Little Libraries and present options for program changes to the Library Board of Trustees. Staff Time General Fund FY 26-27 Not started

4.3 VPU Paint and rebrand Water Tower for visible new direction. TBD VPU Water Budget FY 28-29 In Progress (Planning)

4.4 Health/Admin
Explore feasibility of a Vernon Health Clinic (PublicPrivate Partnership). TBD Admin/Health Budget/Grants FY 29-30 Not started

4.5 City Council /City Admin. & VPU
Assess potential alternatives for best use of City-owned property in Kern County. TBD VPU Budget FY 30-31 In Progress (Active Planning and Discussions)

4.6 VPU/Public Works
Redevelop OE Clark to a Utility Storage, City and Community Meeting and Activity Center. $6M VPU/VPW budget FY 30-31
In Progress (Planning phase)

4.7 Public Works Develop LA DWP Right Of Way into Greenspace/trail. $10M General Fund (PW Budget - Grants) FY 30-31 In Progress - Planning ..Item 12 Page 19 of 43
City of Vernon Strategic Plan - Task List
Goal 5: Strengthen Organizational Efficiency and Financial Planning Tasks
Responsible
Department Objective Description Associated Cost Funding Source Fiscal Year Status

5.1 City Admin. / City Clerk
Standardize City Board Meeting day to increase engagement and efficiency. Staff Time N/A FY 25-26 Not started

5.2 City Admin. / City Clerk
Discuss Regular Council Meeting Time for Engagement &
Efficiency Staff Time N/A FY 25-26 Not started

5.3 All Departments
Update Policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout all Departments. Staff Time General Fund and Enterprise Fund FY 26-27 On-going

5.4 All Departments
Develop Cross-Departmental Training Programs to facilitate employee development and succession planning. Staff time N/A FY 26-27 Not started

5.5 City Admin. & Health Confirm roles/objectives for all City boards. Staff Time N/A FY 26-27 Not started

5.6 Health Implement Tyler's Electronic Inspection System (EP&L) TBD General Fund (IT
Budget) FY 26-27 In Progress

5.7 Finance
Strengthen the City's financial management framework by modernizing policies, enhancing internal controls and reporting, and advancing long-term financial & capital planning. Staff Time General Fund (Finance Budget) FY 26-27 On-going

5.8 Finance Update Cost Allocation Plan (CAP) every 2-3 years. $20K General Fund FY 27-28 Not started

5.9 City Admin./IT
Consolidate or modernize legacy systems to reduce costs and increase operational efficiency. Staff Time General Fund (IT Budget) FY 27-28 Not started
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City of Vernon Strategic Plan - Task List
Goal 6: Optimize Public Utility Operations to Ensure Affordable Services Tasks
Responsible
Department Objective Description Associated Cost Funding Source Fiscal Year Status

6.1 VPU
Annually review factors considered by credit rating agencies when assessing credit worthiness, and identify opportunities to enhance ratings. Staff Time N/A FY 25-26 In Progress - recent rating increase achieved

6.2 VPU
Review and update the Energy Risk Management Policy (ERMP) adopted in 2022. Staff Time Enterprise Fund FY 26-27 Not Started

6.3 VPU Update Natural Gas Procurement Strategy (NGPS). Staff Time Enterprise Fund FY 26-27 Not Started

6.4 VPU
Complete a Cost of Service Study and develop Rate Design. $100K VPU Budget FY 26-27 In Progress

6.5 VPU
Update Utility agreement templates, including the Capacity Reservation Agreement and Utility Services Agreement, to generate revenue and fully cover costs from new businesses for reserved electric capacity and utility services. $4,000 VPU Electric Budget FY 26-27 In Progress

6.6 VPU
Review Gas Division operations by 1) Updating natural gas hedging strategy to mitigate market risks and 2) Performing strategic assessment of Natural Gas Division operating costs for efficiency and cost effectiveness.

Staff Time &
Consultants VPU Budget FY 26-27 Not Started

6.7 VPU
Develop and implement a risk management plan to improve reliability and mitigate operational risks.

Staff Time &
Consultants VPU Budget FY 26-27 Not Started

6.8 VPU
Develop water treatment facilities to ensure access to local, affordable groundwater supplies. TBD VPU Budget FY 26-27 Not Started

6.9 VPU
Annually assess staffing requirements of all utility divisions and reallocate resources to meet operational and customer requirements. Staff Time N/A FY 26-27 Ongoing ..Item 12 Page 21 of 43
City Council Strategic Priorities
April 21, 2026
April 21, 2026Item 12Staff Presentation
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Discussion
For the six goals approved by City Council at its March 17th meeting, staff have identified related shortand long-term objectives for considerationFor tracking purposes, each include:
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To Include:
• Building trust and credibility with
the public and other public agencies
• Pursuing collaborative
opportunities with regional partners to maximize impact and resources Goal 1
Strengthen City Credibility and Partnerships
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Goal 1 Objectives
Strengthen City Credibility and Partnerships
Fiscal Status
Year
Funding
Source
Associated
Cost
Responsible Objective Description
Department
Task
General FY 25-26 In Progress
Fund/
Enterprise
Fund (by
Department)
Staff Time/
Membership
Fees
Maintain active participation and leadership in municipal/industry organizations and secure at least one (1) leadership position, speaking engagement or panel role annually to increase professional visibility and network.

1.1 All Departments
Prepare and submit the Annual Comprehensive Staff Time N/A FY 25-26 In ProgressFinancial Report (ACFR) to the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) by December 31st and the annual Budget Documents within 90 days following budget adoption, aiming to be considered for various GFOA Awards that recognize excellence in government finance.

1.2 Finance
Establish a formal Key Accounts program to increase Staff Time VPU Budget FY 25-26 In Progresstransparency and planning coordination between VPU and the top business customers, including hiring a Key Accounts Administrator by end of fiscal year 26-27.

1.3 VPU
General Fund FY 25-26 In Progress
(PW Budget)
Coordinate regular development meetings to Staff Timefacilitate high-priority development projects and business growth within the City. Meetings to be attended by key internal and external stakeholders to review progress, address unresolved issues, and update timelines to completion.

1.4 Public Works
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Fiscal Status
Year
Funding
Source
Associated
Cost
Responsible Objective Description
Department
Task
General Fund FY 26-27 In Progress
(Community
Engagement
Budget)
Continue to facilitate public engagement through $100K/yearperiodic community outreach events by holding at least four City events througout the year in addition to specialized outreach opportunities hosted by individual City Departments.

1.5 All Departments
General Fund FY 26-27 Ongoing
(City Admin
Budget)
Hold quarterly town halls to discuss issues and gather Staff Timefeedback directly from residents.

City Admin/
Departments as
needed

1.6 General Fund FY 26-27 Not started
(City Admin
Budget)
Foster positive City sentiment and increase social $75Kmedia engagement by implementing a targeted positive storytelling strategy, publishing success stories in industry publications; launching a City highlight video series, etc.

1.7 City Admin
General Fund FY 26-27 In Progress
(Community
Engagement
Budget)
Continue engagement with the Los Angeles Unified $60K/yearSchool District by holding quarterly meetings with District staff and maintain the City's commitment to financial support as outlined in the Education Compact with the District.

1.8 City Admin
General Fund FY 26-27 Not started
(Community
Engagement
Budget)
Aid Vernon City Elementary School's efforts to $200Kmaintain critical staff positions for the 2026-27 school year, including funding for the School Interventionist position.

1.9 City Admin
Goal 1 ObjectivesStrengthen City Credibility and Partnerships ..Item 12 Page 26 of 43
Fiscal Status
Year
Funding
Source
Associated
Cost
Responsible Objective Description
Department
Task
General Fund FY 26-27 In Progress
(IT Budget)

1.10 City Admin/IT Update City website with new branding. $10K General Fund FY 26-27 In Progress
(IT Budget)
Launch the new City services mobile application to $20Kthe public, enabling users to report non-emergency issues and request City services. Conduct targeted outreach to Vernon residents and the business community to drive use of the app.

1.11 City Admin/IT
General Fund FY 26-27 In Progress
(IT Budget)
Conduct annual review of technology systems across Staff TimeCity Departments to evaluate reliability, security, and transparency, and identify necessary upgrades.

1.12 City Admin/IT
Develop and launch a City-wide supervisory training Staff Time N/A FY 26-27 Not startedprogram to empower new and current supervisors with necessary tools and skills to enhance team performance and to address workplace challenges. Training to be completed by all supervisors by end of 2027.

Human
Resources

1.13 Create new employee engagement opportunities Staff Time N/A FY 26-27 In Progressand provide regular employee engagement activities throughout the year.

Human
Resources

1.14 Design and implement a comprehensive onboarding Staff Time N/A FY 26-27 In Progressprocess to welcome new City employees.

Human
Resources

1.15 Goal 1 ObjectivesStrengthen City Credibility and Partnerships ..Item 12 Page 27 of 43
Fiscal Status
Year
Funding
Source
Associated
Cost
Responsible Objective Description
Department
Task
General Fund FY 26-27 Not started
(PW Budget)
Create and implement a formal program to Staff Timewelcome new businesses to the City. Program to include personal outreach upon isssuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.

1.16 Public Works
City/LA FY 26-27 In Progress
County
Public Works
(Measure W)
Explore the feasibility of a regional stormwater TBDproject on 56th Street in partnership with LA County Public Works and demonstrate how spaceconstrained industrial cities can partner with neighboring agencies to meet climate resilience goals.

1.17 Health/PW
General Fund FY 27-28 Ongoing
(City Clerk
Budget)
Digitize records and provide a centralized location on TBD the City's website to access public records.

City Clerk/All
Departments

1.18 General Fund FY 27-28 Not started
(Health/IT
Budget)
Implement an online public portal to publish all TBDinspection and compliance reports, reducing the need for public information requests for such documents and increasing transparency.

1.19 Health
Goal 1 ObjectivesStrengthen City Credibility and Partnerships ..Item 12 Page 28 of 43
To Include:
• Attracting residential, retail, and
commercial development
• Providing services to surrounding
cities and exploring new revenue sources, including green tech and digital infrastructure Goal 2
Promote Economic Growth and Revenue Generation
..Item 12 Page 29 of 43
Fiscal Status
Year
Funding
Source
Associated
Cost
Responsible Objective Description
Department
Task
By June 30, 2026, complete a comprehensive Business $35K General Fund FY 25-26 In Progress Tax Contribution Study analyzing local tax data acrossall major business sectors in the City to determine if tax contributions are commensurate with public services used and equitable across sectors.

City
Admin/Finance

2.1 General Fund FY 26-27 In Progress
(Industrial
Development
Budget)
Staff Time/
Consultants
Create a comprehensive economic development strategy encompassing marketing materials, digital business promotion, property search assistance, financial incentives and financing tools (e.g. Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District), etc. to attract new businesses to the City.

2.2 City Admin
Staff Time/ General Fund FY 26-27 In Progress
Consultants
Add measures to extend UUT and Public Safety Tax for
the 2027 General Municipal Election. Conduct relatedtownhall meetings, outreach, and education.

2.3 City Admin
General Fund FY 26-27 In Progress
(Industrial
Development
Budget)
Continue participation in the Big 4 initiative to TBDincrease visibility of the City as an ideal location to do business and to pursue increased allocation of SB1 funding for maintenance of roads. Participation consists of Big 4 marketing materials, conference sponsorship and attendance, Big 4 Summit launch event, and drafting and supporting legislation to define industrial cities.

2.4 City Admin
Goal 2 ObjectivesPromote Economic Growth and Revenue Generation ..Item 12 Page 30 of 43
Fiscal Status
Year
Funding
Source
Associated
Cost
Responsible Objective Description
Department
Task
General Fund FY 26-27 Not Started
(IT Budget)
Improve the City’s website to enhance viewer Staff Timeexperience and increase engagement. Enhance content structure and search capabilities and mobile accessibility.

2.5 City Admin/IT
VPU Electric FY 26-27 In Progress
Budget
Generate new revenue for the utility and UUT revenue $2,000 for the City by enforcing agreed upon increased loadramp schedules on all large developments.

2.6 VPU
VPU Electric FY 26-27 In Progress
Budget
Increase energy load growth by facilitating new high- Staff Timeuse project development and conducting daily check-ins with key customers.

2.7 VPU
General Fund FY 27-28 In Progress
(PW Budget)
Establish a Sewer Fee to secure necessary funding for TBDsystem operation and maintenance.

2.8 Public Works
General Fund FY 28-30 Not Started
(Finance
Budget)
Complete a comprehensive User Fee Study and $40Kupdate every 3-5 years to assess current fees and potential new fee opportunities. Update should be completed and presented to the Vernon Business and Industry Commission and City Council by May of each year prior to budget workshops for the upcoming fiscal year.

2.9 Finance
Goal 2 ObjectivesPromote Economic Growth and Revenue Generation ..Item 12 Page 31 of 43
To Include:
• Improving local air quality and
reducing environmental impacts, particularly in SELA communities • Positioning Vernon as a hub for
clean-tech and circular economy initiatives
Goal 3
Advance Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship
..Item 12 Page 32 of 43
Fiscal Status
Year
Funding
Source
Associated
Cost
Responsible Objective Description
Department
Task
Measure W/ FY 26-27 In progress
Private
Development
Match
Measure W
revenue
Develop design standards for installation of permeable sidewalks and facilitate projects that seek to install new permeable sidewalks.

3.1 Public Works
General Fund FY 26-27 Not Started
(Health/PW
Budget)
Re-visit the City's Sustainability Action Plan last TBDupdated in 2023 and create a plan for implementation.

Health/PW/VPU/
Finance

3.2 General Fund FY 27-28 Not Started
(IT Budget)
Evaluate processes by department to identify TBDopportunities to digitize processes to streamline internal workflows and reduce paper consumption.

3.3 City Admin/IT
General Fund FY 27-28 Not Started
(City Admin
Budget)
Develop and implement a Circular Economy Initiative TBD to facilitate the use of recycled materials in product manufacturing (products and waste from businesses become raw materials for others).

City Admin/All
Departments

3.4 General Fund FY 27-28 Not Started
(City Admin/
Health
Budget)
Conduct comprehensive air quality study that TBDestablishes a baseline, measures key pollutants and identifies emission hotspots.

3.5 Health
In Progress (on track
to comply)
VPU Power FY 29-30
Supply and
RPS
Procure renewable and carbon-neutral energy $20M/Yearresources to meet state-mandated clean power goals and provide industry-best reliability and affordability.

3.6 VPU
Goal 3 ObjectivesAdvance Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship ..Item 12 Page 33 of 43
Fiscal Status
Year
Funding
Source
Associated
Cost
Responsible Objective Description
Department
Task
Support fleet electification and charging Staff Time VPU Budget FY 29-30 In Progressinfrastructure for the public.

3.7 VPU
General Fund FY 29-30 In Progress
(PW Budget)
Establish Food Service Establishments (FSE) Oil and Staff TimeGrease Permits to minimize sewer spills; develop outreach and education plan in preparation for implementation deadline of January 2030 set for FSEs.

3.8 Public Works
Support evolution from legacy business customer Staff Time VPU Budget FY 30-31 In Progress base to clean technology.

3.9 VPU
General Fund FY 30-31 In progress
(Health
Budget)
Consolidate franchise haulers and transition to an TBDExclusive Franchise Agreement (EFA) to allow the City to streamline operations, reduce the municipal carbon footprint, and ensure 100% compliance with organic waste diversion and recycling regulations.

3.10 Health
VPU ERMP FY 34-35 In Progress
included in
5-year CIP
w/Tax
Exempt
Financing
Devise strategies to extend the life of the MGS power TBDplant by 1) Developing an interim Plan to Repower MGS to operate on Hydrogen as green fuel source and 2) Developing a long-term plan for the replacement of MGS with eligible renewable or carbon-neutral generational technologies.

3.11 VPU
Goal 3 ObjectivesAdvance Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship ..Item 12 Page 34 of 43
To Include:
• Developing parks, community centers,
libraries, and health clinics to meet resident needs
• Investing in digital and physical
infrastructure that supports both community and economic goals • Exploring new funding mechanisms to
finance public infrastructure and development projects
Goal 4
Enhance Community Infrastructure and Facilities
..Item 12 Page 35 of 43
Fiscal Status
Year
Funding
Source
Associated
Cost
Responsible Objective Description
Department
Task
Assess utilization of Little Libraries and present options Staff Time General Fund FY 26-27 Not startedfor program changes to the Library Board of Trustees.

4.2 Admin
VPU Water FY 28-29 In Progress
Budget
Paint and rebrand water tower for visible new TBDdirection.

4.3 VPU
General Fund FY 29-30 Not started
(City Admin/
Health
Budget)/
Grants
Explore feasibility of a Vernon health clinic (public- TBDprivate partnership).

Health/City
Admin

4.4 Assess potential alternatives for best use of City- TBD VPU Budget FY 30-31 In Progressowned property in Kern County.

City Council/City
Admin/VPU

4.5 VPU/General FY 30-31 In Progress
Fund (PW
Budget)
Redevelop OE Clark to a utility storage, City and $6Mcommunity meeting and activity center.

4.6 VPU/Public Works
General Fund FY 30-31 In Progress
(PW Budget)/
Grants

4.7 Public Works Develop LADWP right-of-way into greenspace/trail. $10M Goal 4 ObjectivesEnhance Community Infrastructure and Facilities ..Item 12 Page 36 of 43
To Include:
• Streamlining City codes, policies, and
procedures, including purchasing processes
• Streamlining City meetings to enhance
public engagement and efficiency
• Implementing long-term financial and
capital planning to ensure sustainability and resilience Goal 5
Strengthen Organizational Efficiency and Financial Planning ..Item 12 Page 37 of 43
Fiscal Status
Year
Funding
Source
Associated
Cost
Responsible Objective Description
Department
Task
Standardize City board meeting day to increase Staff Time N/A FY 25-26 Not startedengagement and efficiency.

City Admin/City
Clerk

5.1 Discuss regular Council meeting time for engagement Staff Time N/A FY 25-26 Not started and efficiency.

City Admin/City
Clerk

5.2 General FY 26-27 Ongoing
Fund/
Enterprise
Fund
Update policies and standard operating procedures Staff Timethroughout all departments.

5.3 All Departments
Develop cross-departmental training programs to Staff time N/A FY 26-27 Not startedfacilitate employee development and succession planning.

5.4 All Departments
City Admin/ Confirm roles/objectives for all City boards. Staff Time N/A FY 26-27 Not started Health

5.5 General Fund FY 26-27 In Progress
(IT Budget)

5.6 Health Implement Tyler's Electronic Inspection System (EP&L). TBD General Fund FY 26-27 Ongoing
(Finance
Budget)
Strengthen the City's financial management Staff Timeframework by modernizing policies, enhancing internal controls and reporting, and advancing longterm financial and capital planning.

5.7 Finance
Goal 5 ObjectivesStrengthen Organizational Efficiency and Financial Planning ..Item 12 Page 38 of 43
Fiscal Status
Year
Funding
Source
Associated
Cost
Responsible Objective Description
Department
Task

5.8 Finance Update Cost Allocation Plan (CAP) every 2-3 years. $20K General Fund FY 27-28 Not started General Fund FY 27-28 Not started
(IT Budget)
Consolidate or modernize legacy systems to reduce Staff Timecosts and increase operational efficiency.

5.9 City Admin/IT
Goal 5 ObjectivesStrengthen Organizational Efficiency and Financial Planning ..Item 12 Page 39 of 43
To Include:
• Prioritizing the efficient management
of the City’s power, gas, fiber, and water systems
• Keeping utility costs low for residents
and businesses while maintaining reliable, high-quality service • Kern County property
Goal 6
Optimize Public Utility Operations to Ensure Affordable Services ..Item 12 Page 40 of 43
Fiscal Status
Year
Funding
Source
Associated
Cost
Responsible Objective Description
Department
Task
In Progress - recent
rating increase
achieved
Annually review factors considered by credit rating Staff Time N/A FY 25-26agencies when assessing credit worthiness and identify opportunities to enhance ratings.

6.1 VPU
Enterprise FY 26-27 Not Started
Fund
Review and update the Energy Risk Management Staff TimePolicy (ERMP) adopted in 2022.

6.2 VPU
Enterprise FY 26-27 Not Started
Fund

6.3 VPU Update Natural Gas Procurement Strategy (NGPS). Staff Time Complete a Cost of Service Study and develop Rate $100K VPU Budget FY 26-27 In ProgressDesign.

6.4 VPU
VPU Electric FY 26-27 In Progress
Budget
Update Utility agreement templates, including the $4,000 Capacity Reservation Agreement and Utility Services Agreement, to generate revenue and fully cover costs from new businesses for reserved electric capacity and utility services.

6.5 VPU
Staff Time/ VPU Budget FY 26-27 Not Started
Consultants
Review Gas Division operations by 1) Updating natural gas hedging strategy to mitigate market risks and 2) Performing strategic assessment of Natural Gas Division operating costs for efficiency and cost effectiveness.

6.6 VPU
Staff Time/ VPU Budget FY 26-27 Not Started
Consultants
Develop and implement a risk management plan to improve reliability and mitigate operational risks.

6.7 VPU
Goal 6 ObjectivesOptimize Public Utility Operations to Ensure Affordable Services ..Item 12 Page 41 of 43
Fiscal Status
Year
Funding
Source
Associated
Cost
Responsible Objective Description
Department
Task
Develop water treatment facilities to ensure access to TBD VPU Budget FY 26-27 Not Started local, affordable groundwater supplies.

6.8 VPU
Annually assess staffing requirements of all utility Staff Time N/A FY 26-27 Ongoingdivisions and reallocate resources to meet operational and customer requirements.

6.9 VPU
Goal 6 ObjectivesOptimize Public Utility Operations to Ensure Affordable Services ..Item 12 Page 42 of 43
• April 21st Council Meeting – City Council provides feedback to modify and/or finalize objectives
• May 5th or 19th Council Meeting – Staff presents final Strategic Plan for adoption including:
• Mission and Vision Statement• Council goals and related objectives • Strategic Plan Rollout & Implementation
• Share the Plan with the public • Incorporate Plan Goals into agenda staff reports • Future Updates
• Plan may be modified at any time with new priorities• Plan to be evaluated annually during City budget process Next Steps
..Item 12 Page 43 of 43