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Notice sent by U.S. Mail shall be addressed as follows
To City: City of Culver City
Attention: Yanni Demitri
Title: Public Works Director
9770 Culver Boulevard
Culver City, CA 90232
To Contractor: Ron's Maintenance, lnc.
11542 Hodey Avenue,
Downey, C490241

14. TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Contractor shall provide City with a complete Request for Taxpayer ldentification Number ("TlN") and Certification, Form W-9, as issued by the lnternal Revenue Service. 15 PERMITS AN D LICENSES. Contractor , at its sole expense, shall obtain and maintain during the term of this Agreement, all appropriate permits, licenses, and certificates that may be required in connection with the performance of services under this Agreement including, but not limited to, a Culver City business tax certificate.
to APPLICABLE LAWS, CODES, R EGULATIONS AND POLICIES
Contractor shall perform all work in accordance with all applicable laws, codes, regulations, and policies required by all authorities having jurisdiction over Contractor related to and in the performance of Contractor's Services.
17, PREV E AND THER LA R ODE RE IREMENT (a) Public Work. The Parties acknowledge that if the work to be performed under this Agreement is a "public work" as defined in Labor Code Section 1720, this Agreement is therefore subject to the requirements of Division 2, Part 7 , Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 1720) of the California Labor Code relating to public works contracts and the rules and regulations established by the Department of lndustrial Relations ("DlR") implementing such statutes. The work performed under this Agreement is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DlR. Contractor shall post job site notices, as prescribed by state law and DIR regulations. (b) Registration with DlR. Pursuant to Labor Code Section '1771.1, Contractor and all subcontractors must be registered with, and pay an annual fee to, the DIR prior to and during the performance of any work under this Agreement. Contractor shall notify the City in writing immediately, and in no case more than 24 hours, after receiving any information that Contractor's or any of its Subcontractors' DIR registration status has been suspended, revoked, expired, or otherwise changed.
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(c) Prevailing Wages. Contractor shall pay prevailing wages as required by Labor Code Section 1771. Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1773.2, copies of the prevailing rate of per diem wages are on file at City Hall and will be made available to any interested party on request. By initiating any work under this Agreement, Contractor acknowledges receipt of a copy of the DIR determination of the prevailing rate of per diem wages, and Contractor shall post a copy of the same at each job site where work is performed under this Agreement. lf this Agreement is subject to the payment of federal prevailing wages under the Davis-Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. $ 3141 et seq.), then Contractor shall pay the higher of either the state or federal prevailing wage applicable to each laborer.
(d) Penalty for Failure to Pay Prevailing Wages. Contractor shall comply with and be bound by the provisions of Labor Code Sections 1774 and 1775 concerning the payment of prevailing rates of wages to workers and the penalties for failure to pay prevailing wages. The Contractor shall, as a penalty to the City, forfeit $200 for each calendar day, or portion thereof, for each worker paid less than the prevailing rates as determined by the DIR for the work or craft in which the worker is employed for any public work done pursuant to this Agreement by Contractor or by any subcontractor. (e) Payroll Records. Contractor shall comply with and be bound by the provisions of Labor Code Section 1776, which requires Contractor and each subcontractor to. keep accurate payroll records and verify such records in writing under penalty of perjury, as specified in Section 1776, certify and make such payroll records available for inspection as provided by Section 1776: and inform the City of the location of the records. (0 Apprentices. Contractor shall comply with and be bound by the provisions of Labor Code Sections 1777 .5, 1777 .6, and 1777.7 and California Code of Regulations Title 8, Section 200 et seq. concerning the employment of apprentices on public works projects. Contractor shall be responsible for compliance with these aforementioned Sections for all apprenticeable occupations. Prior to commencing work under this Agreement, Contractor shall provide City with a copy of the information submitted to any applicable apprenticeship program. Within 60 days after concluding work pursuant to this Agreement, Contractor and each of its subcontractors shall submit to the City a verified statement of the journeyman and apprentice hours performed under this Agreement. (S) EighlHour Work Day. Contractor acknowledges that I hours labor constitutes a legal day's work. Contractor shall comply with and be bound by Labor Code Sections 1810 and 1811. As required under Labor Code Section 1812, Contractor and each of its subcontractors shall keep an accurate record showing the name of and actual hours worked each calendar day and each calendar week by each worker employed by them in connection with the work performed under the terms of this Agreement.

Failure to comply with these sections of the Labor Code will subject the

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Contractor to penalty and forfeiture provisions of the Labor Code Section 1813.
"l am aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the Labor Code which require every employer to be insured against liability for workers' compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisrons of that code, and I will comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the work of this contract." (j) Contractor's Responsibility for Subcontractors. For every subcontractor who will perform work under this Agreement, Contractor shall be responsible for such subcontractor's compliance with Division 2, PartT, Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 1720) of the California Labor Code and shall make such compliance a requirement in any contract with any subcontractor for work under this Agreement. Contractor shall be required to take all actions necessary to enforce such contractual provisions and ensure subcontractor's compliance, including without limitation, conducting a review of the certified payroll records of the subcontractor on a periodic basis or upon becoming aware of the failure of the subcontractor to pay hrs or her workers the specified prevailing rate of wages. Contractor shall diligently take corrective action to halt or rectify any such failure by any subcontractor.

18. NON-DISCRIMINATION REQUIREMENTS. Durin g the performance of this Agreement, Contractor shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of ancestry, age, color, physical and/or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, familial status, marital status, medical condition, military and/or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex/gender, or sexual orientation.

(h) Penalties for Excess Hours. Contractor shall comply with and be bound by the provisions of Labor Code Section 1813 concerning penalties for workers who work excess hours. The Contractor shall, as a penalty to the City, forfeit $25 for each worker employed in the performance of this Agreement by the Contractor or by any subcontractor for each calendar day during which such worker is required or permitted to work more than eight 8 hours in any one calendar day and 40 hours in any one calendar week in violation of the provisions of Division 2, Part7, Chapter 1, Article 3 of the Labor Code. Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1815, work performed by employees of Contractor in excess of 8 hours per day, and 40 hours during any one week shall be permitted upon public work upon compensation for all hours worked rn excess of 8 hours per day at not less than 1.5 times the basic rate of pay.
(i) Workers' Compensation. California Labor Code Sections 1860 and 3700 provide that every employer will be required to secure the payment of compensation to its employees if it has employees. ln accordance with the provisions of California Labor Code Section 1861 , Contractor certifies as follows:
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20, MODIFICATION OF AGREEMENT. ThiS Agreement may not be modifled, nor may any of the terms, provisions or conditions be modified or waived or otherwise affected, except by a written amendment signed by all Parties hereto.
21 WAIVER. lf at any time one Party shall waive any term, provision, or condition of this Agreement, either before or after any breach thereof, no Party shall thereafter be deemed to have consented to any future failure of full performance hereunder.

22. COVENANTS AND CONDITIONS Each term and each provision of this Agreement to be performed by Contractor shall be construed to be both a covenant and a condition.

23. RIGHT TO TERMINATE, City may terminate this Agreement at any time, with or without cause, in its sole discretion, with thirty-days' (30-days') written notice.

24. EFFECT OF TERMINATION. U pon termination as stated in Section 23 of this Agreement, City shall be liable to Contractor only for work satisfactorily performed by Contractor up to and including the date of termination of this Agreement, unless the termination is for cause, in which event Contractor need be compensated only to the extent required by law.

25. GOVERNING LAW. The terms of this Agreement shall be interpreted according to the laws of the State of California. lf litigation arisesoutof this Agreement, then venue shall be in the Superior Court of Los Angeles County.

26. LITIGATION FEES lf litigation arises out of this Agreement for the performance thereof, then the court shall award costs and expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees, to the prevailing Party. ln awarding attorney's fees, the court shall not be bound by any court fee schedule but shall award the full amount of costs, expenses and attorney's fees paid or incurred in good faith.

27. tNT E EMENT This Agreement represents the entire
Agreement between City and Contractor regarding the subject matter hereof and constitutes a complete and exclusive statement of the terms of the agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter. No verbal agreement or implied covenant shall be held to vary the provtsions of this Agreement. This Agreement shall bind and inure to the beneflt of the Parties to this Agreement, and any subsequent successors and assigns. lf

19. RIGHT TO UTILIZE OTHERS. City reserves the right to utilize others to perform work similar to the services provided hereunder. ...
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any conflict arises between this Agreement and any incorporated provisions of the proposal, then the terms of this Agreement shall conlrol. 28 SEVERABILITY. lf any term or portion of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable by a murt of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions of this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect.
zu EFFECTIVE DATE. The Effective Date of this Agreement is the date it is signed on behalf of City.
30 AUTHORITY TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT. The indiv:duat(s) executing this Agreement on behalf of each Party is (are) authorized to execute this Agreement on behalf of said Party. Each Party has taken all actions required by law to approve the execution of this Agreement.

31. SIGNATURES ANO COUNTERPARTS The Parties acknowledge and agree that this Agreemenl may be executed in counterpart, and by fuxed versions of an original signature or electronically scanned and transmitted versions (e.9., via pdQ of an original signature, which shall be considered as an original signature for all purposes and shall have the same force and effect as an original signature.

RON'S MAINTENANCE, INC.

By

CITY OF CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA
Dated:

Jut 11, 2024
By
John Nachbar
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
,t/fi?waYanni Demitri
Public Works Director/
City Engineer
Heather Baker
City Attorney

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Ron Nornian
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President
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EXHIBIT

CITY OF CULVER CITY

STANDARD GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH: RON'S MAINTENANCE, lNC.

FOR: CITYWDE CATCH BASIN CLEANING AND INSPECTION SERVICES, PZ-497

SCOPE OF SERVICE
Contractor shall perform services as detailed below, originally included in the Scope of Service of City's RFP No. 2431 . Further details of the Scope of Service are included within Contractor's Response to Scope of Services from the Proposal dated March 28, 2024, attached hereto as Exhibit A-1. lf any conflict arises between this Agreement, Exhibit A, and any incorporated provtsions of Exhibit A1, then the terms of this Agreement and Exhibit A shall control over Exhibit A-1.

CITY RFP NO.2431, SCOPE OF SERVICE
A. Project Scope
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. Pre-season Cleani no and lnsoection
Visually inspect, clear and dispose of all debris, of all catch basins annually between July 1st to September 30th of each year. The specific date will be confirmed with the City prior to commencement. Visual inspect and re-paint staff gauge per the LACFCD Specifications. All cleaning shall be performed according to the Catch Basin Cleaning Standard. A log of all the catch basins cleaned, along with pictures with date/time stamp of before and after cleaning shall be submitted to the City in digital format. Catch basins locations are depicted and tabulated on Appendix 1- Location Map attached here as Exhibit A-2.

2. Wet Season Cleanino and lnspection
Visually inspect, clear and dispose of all debris, of all catch basins three times or
six times annually between October 1st to April 30th of each year. The speciflc dates will be confirmed with the City prior to commencement. All cleaning shall be performed according to the Catch Basin Cleaning Standard. A log of all the catch basins cleaned, along with pictures of before and after cleaning shall be submitted to the City in digital format. Catch basins locations are depicted on Appendix 1 - Location Map attached here as Exhibit A-2.

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4. Debris Disposal
Collected debris shall be legally disposed of by the Contractor, and the removed waste shall be disposed of at an approved facility which will provide a load ticket. Cost for the provision to legally dispose is assumed to be included in cleaning cost and on further compensation will be made.

Contractor shall provide for public and worker safety while carrying out duties at no additional cost to the City. All traffic control implemented by the Contractor shall comply with cunent California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards.

Bid prices for all cleanings and inspections shall be on a per catch basin basis. Costs to travel, inspect and clean the catch basin, stencil staff gauge and dispose of debris and other incidentals to complete the work required shall be included in the per catch basin price. No additional compensation shall be allowed. The total number of catch basins is subject to change per the City
The selected contractor shall be responsible for the cleaning of all retrofltted catch basins within the city and providing inspection logs identifying each catch basin and before and after photos of cleanings. The contractor will also verify all catch basin in the City and create logs for any additional catch basins found or to be removed from the database.

B. Project Requirements
Project requirements shall include' but not be limited to

1.Delivera les
lnspect the legibility of stenciling or condition of the placard outside of the catch basin stating, "NO DUMPING, THIS DRAINS TO OCEAN'and, if the stenciling or placard is illegible, re-stencil (per NO DUMPING Message Standard). Pictures of before and after stenciling for each catch basin shall be submitted to the City in digital format. Bid price for stenciling shall be on a per catch basin basis with no additional compensation allowed.

Contractor Shall prepare an lnspection and Cleaning report, to include photo Jocumentation with date/time stamp, as proof of each Catch Basin Cleaning ,e*i"e na. been completed and submit to the city,s Environmental staff

5. Traffic Control and Safetv
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within 14 calendar days of completion. Report shall include, but not limited to, date, time, names of all personnel performing the inspection and cleaning, overall condition of the devices, disposal weight tickets, etc.

Contractor shall provide photos with date/time stamp before and after completron of cleaning services.

Contractor shall provide digital photos before and after completion of cleaning services as directed by the City's Environmental Staff.

All collected waste shall be taken to the City's Transfer Station located at 9255 Jefferson Boulevard, Culver City, for disposal at no cost to the Contractor. Transportation of all collected waste to the City's Transfer Station shall be included in the cost for each catch basin. No additional compensation will be provided. Disposal weight tickets shall be included in the Report.

2. Photo documentation

3. Waste Collection and Disposal
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CITY OF CULVER CITY

STANDARD GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH: RON'S MAINTENANCE, lNC.

FOR: CITYWDE CATCH BASIN CLEANING AND INSPECTION SERVICES, PZ-497

SCHEDULE OF COMPENSATION

1. METHOD OF PAYMENT, Payment for all work performed by Contractor pursuant to the terms of this Agreement shall be made as set forth in Contractor's Fee Template in the Proposal dated March 28,2024, attached hereto in Exhibit B on page '13.

ADDITIONAL FEES. Any remaining fees not previously detailed in the above as agreed to by city.

BILLING. At the end of each calendar month in which services are performed or expenses are incurred under this Agreement, and prior to the 1oth day of the following month (unless Citv aqrees to different billinq and oavment expectations, includino timinq and method of pavment reouested bv 2 3
Contractor) Contractor shall submit an invoice to the City at the following address
City of Culver City
Attention: Sean Singletary
Environmental Programs & Operations Manager
9505 Jefferson Boulevard
Culver City, CA 90232
The invoice submitted pursuant to this paragraph shall show the City Agreement Number, the dates on which the services were performed, a description ofthe services performed, actual out-of-pocket expenses incurred in the performance of the services, and such other information as City may reasonably require.

4. TIME OF PAYMENT Payment to Contractor shall be made within thirty (30) days after submittal of Contractor's invoice and approval by City, in accordance with City's normal demand procedure.
5, MAXIM UIV COMPENSATIO N Contractor shall complete all the work and tasks descrrbed in Exhibit A for a total amount of compensation that does not exceed $188,000.00 annually, which amount includes all oulof-pocket expenses.
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Option A
Calch Basln Cleanlng, lnspsction and Reporting - Four (4) times a y6ar (1 - Pre-Season and 3 -Wstssason)
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Descrlption Annual
Froquency
Estimated
# of Units
Unit Unlt
Price
Total
1 ARS Catch Basin 4 EA 55.00 49.940
CPS Catch Basin 4 58 EA 55.00 12,760
3 ARS & CPS Catch Basin 4 456 EA 55.00 100 320
4 Catch Basin lnsert 4 4 EA 55.O0 880
5 City Catch Basin (no trash excluder
in stalled )
4 17 EA 55.00 3740
6 Provide and affix a "No Dumping"
message to the catch basin as needed 1 762 EA 15.00 1 1,430 Yoarly Total Cost 179.070
TOTAL for FY 2023-2024,2024-2025,
2025-2026 537.210
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Optlon I
Catch Basln Cleaning, lnspection and Reporting - Sevan (7) tlmes a year (l - Pre€eason and6-Wetseasonl
Ite m
No.

Oescription Annual
Frequency
Estlmatcd
# of Unlls
Unil Unlt
Price
Total
1 ARS Catch Basin 7 227 EA 30.00 47,670
2 CPS Catch Basin 7 58 EA 30.00 12,180
3 ARS & CPS Catch Basin 7 456 EA 30.00
Catch Basin lnsert 7 4 EA 30.00 840
5 City Catch Basin (no trash excluder
installed) 7 EA 30.00 3.570
6 Provide and affix a "No Dumping"
messaqe to the catch basin as needed 762 EA 15.00 1 1 ,430 Yoarly Total Cost '171,450
TOTAL for FY 20?3-2024, 2024-2025,
2025-2026 514.350
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Contractor shall submit duly executed certificates of insurance by companies licensed to do business in the State of California, with a current A.M. Best's rating of no less than -A:Vlll (unless otherwise acceptable to the City), for the following policies:

Commercial General Liability. An occurrence based Commercial General Liability ("CGL") policy, at least as broad as ISO Form CG 0001, in the minimum amount of $3,000,000 each occurrence, with not less than $6,000,000 in annual aggregate coverage.

The CGL Policy shall have the following requirements
a. General Requirements. The policy shall provide coverage for personal injury, bodily injury, death, accident and property damage and advertising injury, as those terms are understood in the context of a CGL policy. The coverage shall be utilized to satisfy, to the extent of the coverage limits, the City's self-insured retention under any other policy of insurance. The coverage shall not be excess or contributing with respect to the City's self-insurance, commercial liability insurance, or any pooled risk arrangements; b. Automobite Liability. The policy shall provide Automobile Liability' ISO Form Number CA 0001 covering any auto (Code 1), or if Contractor has no owned autos, hired (Code 8) and non-owned autos (Code 9), with limits of no less than $1,000'000.00 per accident for bodily injury and property damage. Automobile liability coverage may be satisfied with a stand- alone policy or as a component of the CGL PolicY;
c. Contractuat Liability. The policy shall include coverage for liability undertaken by contract covering, to the maximum extent permitted by law, Contractor's obligation to indemnify the lndemnitees as required under this Agreement. The policy shall not contain an

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CITY OF CULVER CITY

STANDARD GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH: RON'S MAINTENANCE, lNC.

FOR: CITYWIDE CATCH BASIN CLEANING AND INSPECTION SERVICES, PZ-497

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
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"lndependent Negligence" provision that would void or otherwise nullify the insurer's obligation to defend and indemnify the City of Culver City in the event that rts independent negligence is alleged or proven,
e. Additional lnsured. The City of Culver City, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers are to be covered as additional insureds on the CGL policy with respect to liability arising out of work or operations performed by or on behalf of the Contractor including materials, parts, or equipment furnished in connection with such work or operations. General liability coverage can be provided in the form of an endorsement to the Contractor's insurance (at least as broad as ISO Form CG 20 10 11 85, or both CG 20 1 0, CG 20 26, CG 20 33, or CG 20 38 and CG 20 37 forms if later revisions used). Endorsement required.
f . Severability of lnterests (Cross-Liability). A severability of interest provision must apply for all the additional insureds, ensuring that Contractor's insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom a claim is made or surt is brought, except with respect to the insurer's limits of liability.
g. Modification to Aggregate. City reserves the right to review and waive or modify the CGL aggregate requirement in the event that an adequate project specific policy and limits are provided.

Cyber Liability lnsurance. lf Contractor is collecting Personal lnformation (i.e., information that identifies, relates to, describes, is capable of being associated with, or could reasonably be linked, directly or indirectly, with a particular consumer or household), then Contractor shall, throughout the term of the Agreement and for two years following the termination or expiration of the Agreement, maintain cyber/network privacy insurance.

Such policy shall provide coverage for disclosures and/or breaches of data containing Personal lnformation ansing out of or relating to Contractor's Services. Such policy shall also include coverage for claims involving, but not limited to, security breach, system failure, data recovery, business interruption, cyber extortion, social engineering, infringement of intellectual property, including but not limited to infringement of copyright, trademark, trade dress, invasion of privacy violations, information theft, damage to or destruction of electronic information, release of private information, and alteration of electronic information, and costs associated with restoring lost or damaged data, sending breach notifications to affected individuals, public relations expenses, credit monitoring expenses, fines and penalties. Such policy shall not contain exclusions for the acts or omissions of either Contractor d. Ongoing Operations. The Policy shall include coverage for Ongoing Operations Endorsement, ISO Form CG2010; and
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or City or their respective employees, agents, subcontractors, or volunteers, whether intentional or unintentional, resulting in or relating to any breach or unauthorized disclosure of Personal lnformation not expressly permitted under this Agreement.

Workers' Compensation lnsurance. lf the Agreement will have Contractor employees working within the City limits, Contractor shall maintain Workers' Compensation lnsurance (Statutory Limits) and Employer's Liability lnsurance (with limits of at least one million dollars [$1,000,000] per accident.) Contractor shall submit to City, along with the certificate of insurance, a Waiver of Subrogation endorsement in favor of City, its officers, agents, employees and volunteers.

B. Waivet jy tLlty.

City may waive one or more of the coverages listed in Section A, above. This waiver must be express and in writing, and will only be made upon a showing by the Contractor that its operations in and with respect to City are not such as to impose liability within the scope of that particular coverage.

C. Additional lnsurance Requirements.

Certificates of lnsurance. Evidence of insurance shall be supplied on a standard ACORD Certificate of lnsurance form. All insurance requirements must be indicated on said form.
tJmbrella or Excess Policy. Contractor may use Umbrella or Excess Policies to provide the liability limits as required in this Agreement. This form of insurance will be acceptable provided that all of the Primary and Umbrella or Excess Policies shall provide all of the insurance coverages herein required, including, but not limited to, primary and non-contributory, additional insured, Self-lnsured Retentions (SlRs), indemnity, and defense requirements. The Umbrella or Excess policies shall be provided on a true "following form" or broader coverage basis, with coverage at least as broad as provided on the underlying Commercial General Liability insurance. No insurance policies maintained by the Additional lnsureds, whether primary or excess, and which also apply to a loss covered hereunder, shall be called upon to contribute to a loss until the Contractor's primary and excess liability policies are exhausted.

Verification of Coverage. Contractor shall furnish City with original certificates, and all required amendatory endorsements or copies of the applicable policy language effecting coverage required by this Agreement. A statement on an insurance certificate will not be accepted in tieu of the actual endorsements required herein Each insurance certificate shall specifically identify this Agreement. All certificates and endorsements are to be received by City and approved by the Risk Manager and City Attorney before work commences. However, failure to 1 2
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obtain the required documents prior to the work beginning shall not waive Contractor's obligation to provide them. City reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, including endorsements required by this Agreement at any time.

Subcontractors. Contractor shall require and verify that all its subcontractors maintain insurance meeting all the requirements stated herein, and Contractor shall ensure that the City is an additional insured on insurance requrred from subcontractors.

Primary Coverage and Non-Contributory. For any claims related to this Agreement, Contractor's insurance coverage shall be primary and noncontributory and at least as broad as ISO CG 20 01 04 13 as respects the City, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City of Culver City, its officers, officials, employees, or volunteers shall be excess of the Contractor's insurance and shall not contribute with it. This requirement shall also apply to any Excess or Umbrella liability policies.

Self-lnsured Retentions. Self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the City. The City may require the Contractor to purchase coverage with a lower retention or provide proof of ability to pay losses and related investigations, claim administration, and defense expenses within the retentron. The policy language shall provide, or be endorsed to provide, that the self-insured retention may be satisfied by either the named insured or the City.

Waiver of Subrogation. Contractor hereby grants to City a waiver of any right to subrogation which any insurer of Contractor may acquire against City by virtue of the payment of any loss under such insurance. Vendor agrees to obtain any endorsement that may be necessary to affect this warver of subrogation, but this provision applies regardless of whether or not the City has received a waiver of subrogation endorsement from the in su re r.
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7 8 Claims Made Policies.
on a claims-made basis
lf any of the required policies provide coverage
a The retroactive date must be shown and must be before the date of this Agreement or the beginning of the Scope of Work set forth in this Agreement.
lnsurance must be maintained, and evidence of insurance must be provrded for at |east five (5) years after completion of the Scope of Work set forth in this Agreement.
lf coverage is canceled or non-renewed, and not replaced with another claims-made policy form with a retroactive date prior to the effective date of this Agreement, Contractor must purchase b
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"extended reporting" coverage for a minimum of five (5) years after completion of the Scope of Work set forth in this Agreement.

Timely Notice of Claims. Contractor shall give City prompt and timely notice of claims made or suits instituted that arise out of or result from Contractor's performance under this Agreement, and that involve or may involve coverage under any of the required liability policies.

Notice of Cancellation/Change in Coverage. Contractor shall provide City with at least thirty (30) days prior written notice of any modification, reduction or cancellation of any of the Policies required in this Agreement, or a minimum of ten ('10) days' notice for cancellation due to nonpayment.

City Remedies for Non Compliance. lf Contractor or any of its subcontractors fails to provide and maintain insurance as required herein, then City shall have the right but not the obligation, to purchase such insurance, to terminate this agreement, or to suspend Contractor's right to proceed until proper evidence of insurance is provided. Any amounts paid by City shall, at City's sole option, be deducted from amounts payable to Contractor or reimbursed by Contractor upon demand.

Specra/ Risks or Circumstances. City reserves the right to modify these requirements at any time, including limits, based on the nature of the risk, prior experience, insurer, coverage, or other special circumstances. 10 11
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CATCH BASIN AI,'D STORM DR{IN

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Resporuse ro Scope op Senvrces
RMI'S detailed project approach will ensure that all services are performed to the City's satisfaction.

Project ln itiation:

Within 3 days of receipt of the Notice to Proceed, RMI will schedule a project meeting with City staff to establish the project schedule and deliverables; traffic control requirements/ constraints, waste handling and disposal; and other pertinent project information. Our supervisory staff will review and verify data colleclion and reporting requirements. ln addition, we will review our safety procedures and traffic control considerations with staff prior to performing any field-work.

Traffic Control and Safety Measures:

Should catch basin cleaning activities require the closure or impediment of vehicle trafflc, will be performed in accordance with the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Measures.

Additionally, RMI will implement appropriate measures to provide for public and worker safety to (as necessary).

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RMI is committed to providing Culver City with unsurpassed catch basin cleaning and inspection services by: (1) utilizing the most efficient and cost-effective catch basin and storm drain cleaning methods in the industry; (2) incorporating a work order management system to track cleaning and inspections performed; and (3) collecting vital information to include stencil conditaon, and catch basin/ catch basin insert condition. lf any defects/upset are observed, RMI will communicate the nalure of the upsevrepair (i.e., damaged or missing stencils, evidence of vectors or illicit discharges, damaged catch basin screens, or catch basin in need of cleaning).

RMI will transmit the information collected to the City's representative to help them optimaze future catch basin cleaning and maintenance efforts. Our optimized inspection program helps to reduce street flooding, to minimize nuisance conditions, and to signiticantly reduce the discharge of pollution to our waterways.
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MAINTENANCE SEiVICES
Cleaning Procedures:
i Our field crews will implement appropriate trafflc control measures that will be included in standard of customized traffic control plans. working hours will be limited to 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise approved by the City. > Upon approach, we will visually inspect the condition of the catch basins; the legibility of "No DUMPING" signage/stencils; and note any build-up of debris outside the catch basin. Our staff will look for evidence of blockage or damage to the catch basin. Any damage will be reported to the City within one (1) business day of discovery- > Field personnel will document all information from inspections/cleaning using RMI Catch Basin l\ilaintenance form. lnformation collected will be provided to the City's Environmental Staff within '14 days of completion of cleaning and inspection activities. > Our staff is trained to look for evidence of illegal dumping of hazardous wastes such as used oil and paint in the catch basin /storm drain system. Should our crews encounter these materials, they will immediately notify the City.
> We will provide photographic document of the condition of the catch basin prior to and upon completion of cleaning utilizing a digital camera with a time stamp. All photographic images will be submitted to the City along with maintenance logs within 14 days of service completion date.
> Waste shall be properly disposed of in accordance with all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations. We will provide the City's Environmental Staff with the lotal amounts of all waste removed from each round of cleaning.
/ RMI will document all catch basin cleanings in the field data log in addition to providing photographic documentation of catch basin condition before and after cleaning. / We inspect the condition of all catch basin stencils and/or placards. Missing and/or damage stencils/ placards will be re-painted with 'NO DUMPING, THIS DRAIN TO OCEAN' message, upon discovery.

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On-Goinq lnspections:
pre-Season Cleaning and Inspection - RMI will visually inspect, and remove all trash, sediment and debris from all catch basins annually between July 1d and September 30th in accordance with Catch Basin Cleaning Standard SC-44 and MP-52.
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Wet Season Cleaning and lnspection - RMI will perform inspections of all identified catch basins three times or six times annually (as directed by the City) between the months of October 1"t and April 30th of each year (on an annual basis).
/ RMI will immediately clean any catch basins observed having blocked screen inlets, blocked screened outlets, or found to be filled with trash and debris. " RMI will document inspection results on our field data sheet along with providing any necessary
photographic documentation.

Vector/Rodents:
/ RMI will report evidence of veclor or rodent breeding/living activities in catch basins/storm drains within 24 hours of discovering.

RMI staff is trained and is familiar with recognizing signs of illegal dumping of hazardous malerials such as used oll and paint in catch basins and the storm drain system. Upon discovery of illegal dumping of hazardous wastes, RMI staff will comply with the City's reporting and response procedures which includes immediate telephone notification of staff.

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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.

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City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
From: Daniel S. Wall, P.E., Director of Public Works-City Engineer Department: Public Works
Submitted by: Rosemary Lozada, Management Analyst
Subject
Agreement between the Cities of Maywood and Vernon for Traffic Signal Maintenance at the Intersection of Downey Road and Slauson/Malburg Way
Recommendation
A. Find that the proposed action is categorically exempt under the California Environmentally Quality Act (“CEQA”) review in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, because the project consists of the maintenance, repair or minor alteration of existing facilities and involves negligible or no expansion of an existing use; and
B. Approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the Agreement between the Representative Cities of Maywood and Vernon for Traffic Signal Maintenance, in substantially the same form as submitted, for a term of five years.

Background
The signalized intersection located at Downey Road and Slauson Avenue/Malburg Way lies partially within the City of Maywood (Maywood) and partially within the City of Vernon (Vernon).

The majority of the area (62.5%) falls within Vernon's boundaries, therefore, the cities share in the provision of signal maintenance at the intersection. Accordingly, on September 21, 2021 the Vernon City Council approved a five-year agreement between Maywood and Vernon for traffic signal maintenance at said intersection, which will expire on September 30, 2026. Pursuant to Section 8 of the existing agreement, Vernon and Maywood desire to extend the agreement for an additional five-year period to be effective October 1, 2026.

Vernon will continue to provide routine and extraordinary maintenance to the intersection through the City’s existing Signal Maintenance Contract with Bear Electrical Solutions. Cost of the routine and extraordinary maintenance will be shared as follows: Vernon 62.5% and Maywood 37.5%.

The proposed Agreement between the Cities of Maywood and Vernon has been reviewed and approved as to form by the City Attorney's Office.

Strategic Plan Goals
Goal 1: Strengthen City Credibility and Partnerships
Fiscal Impact
The annual cost for routine signal maintenance at the intersection is $1,140, based on the City’s existing signal maintenance contract with Bear Electrical Solutions. Under the proposed agreement, the City is responsible for 62.5% of the costs, or approximately $712.50 annually, and City of Maywood is responsible for the remaining 37,5%, or approximately $427.50 annually.

Any extraordinary maintenance costs will be shared between the cities using the same costsharing ratio.

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AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE REPRESENTATIVE

CITIES OF MAYWOOD AND VERNON

FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAINTENANCE
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into as of the 1st day of October, 2026, by and between the City of Maywood, a municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as “Maywood”, and the City of Vernon, a California charter City and California municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as “Vernon”.

WITHNESSETH
WHEREAS, Maywood and Vernon (the “Parties”) share a traffic signal at the intersection of Slauson Avenue and Downey Road/Malburg Way (the “Intersection”) shown attached as Exhibit “A”; and
WHEREAS, the Intersection lies partially within Maywood and partially within Vernon; and
WHEREAS, the Parties desire that Vernon maintain the signal and are entering into this agreement to equitably divide the maintenance costs.

NOW, THEREFORE, the Parties agree as follows:

1. Vernon shall provide routine maintenance of the traffic control devices, illuminated street name signs, signal interconnect systems, and highway safety lighting systems at the Intersection (the “Facilities”). Routine maintenance shall include, but is not limited to, patrolling, furnishing of electrical energy, relamping, painting of standards and heads, and the necessary repairs and replacements required to ensure satisfactory services.

2. Vernon shall also provide extraordinary maintenance of the Facilities.

Extraordinary maintenance shall include, but is not limited to, the replacement of major equipment due to obsolescence or wear and tear, the repair or replacement of the Facilities due to damage and the provision of temporary facilities or services to provide traffic control if the Facilities are inoperable due to the interruption of electrical power or other causes. Except when extraordinary maintenance is needed to protect public health and safety, Vernon shall not perform any extraordinary maintenance exceeding $1,500.00 in total cost without the consent of the City Engineer of Maywood.

3. Both routine and extraordinary maintenance shall include the costs of electrical energy, salaries and wages of Vernon employees, amounts paid to contractors, material, equipment and supplies and all other costs incurred by Vernon in providing such maintenance. Vernon may also charge an overhead fee of 10% of the salaries and wages of the Vernon employees providing routine and extraordinary maintenance. Each party shall pay its pro rata share of the cost of routine and extraordinary maintenance as follows: Vernon 62.5% and Maywood 37.5%.
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4. Vernon shall submit quarterly invoices to Maywood for the 37.5% of the cost of routine and extraordinary maintenance provided during the prior quarter. Maywood shall pay to Vernon all undisputed charges within 30 days of receipt of an invoice from Vernon. Maywood shall notify Vernon of any disputed charges within 30 days of receipt of a bill and the parties shall cooperate in resolving any dispute over the charges.

5. Invoices for routine maintenance shall indicate the period of service, the location of the intersection, and the monthly rate which applies. Invoices for extraordinary maintenance shall itemize the actual costs incurred, including labor; net cost of all materials (including taxes); equipment charges (including reasonable allowance for depreciations); supervision and all costs of administration; and any other category of expense experienced.

6. During the period of this Agreement, Vernon agrees to have and maintain policies of insurance with at least the following minimum coverage and limits:
 General Liability Coverage - $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate.
 Automobile Liability Coverage - $1,000,000 combine single limit.  Workers Compensation Coverage - $1,000,000 per accident.

The defense and indemnification obligations of this Agreement are undertaken in addition to, and shall not in any way be limited by, the insurance obligations contained in this Agreement.

7. This Agreement shall be effective as of October 1, 2026. On the effective date of this Agreement all prior agreements respecting the maintenance and cost of signals at the Intersection covered by this Agreement will expire.

8. The term of this Agreement shall be for the period of five years, through September 30, 2031, inclusive, unless the Agreement is terminated as herein provided.

At the term expiration, Vernon and Maywood may extend this Agreement for an additional five-year period by written mutual agreement. Either party may terminate this Agreement by serving on the other party a ninety (90) day written notice of such termination.

9. It is agreed that neither Maywood nor any officer or employee thereof shall be responsible for any damage or liability occurring by reason of any act or omission by Vernon under or in connection with any work, authority or jurisdiction delegated to Vernon under this Agreement. Pursuant to Government Code Section 895.4, Vernon shall fully indemnify and hold Maywood harmless from any liability imposed for injury or damages as defined in Section 810.8 of the Government Code occurring by reason of any act or omission by Vernon under or in connection with any work, authority or jurisdiction delegated to Vernon under this Agreement.
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10. It is agreed that neither Vernon nor any officer or employee thereof shall be responsible for any damage or liability occurring by reason of any act or omission by Maywood under or in connection with any work, authority or jurisdiction performed or assumed by Maywood under this Agreement. It is also understood and agreed that pursuant to Government Code Section 895.4, Maywood shall fully indemnify and hold Vernon harmless of any liability imposed for injury or damages as defined in Section 810.8 of the Government Code occurring by reason of any act or omission by Maywood under or in connection with any work, authority or jurisdiction performed or assumed by Maywood under this Agreement.

11. Any notices, bills, invoices, or reports required by this Agreement shall be sent by first-class U.S. mail, by personal service or by email. Notices shall be deemed received on (a) the day of delivery if delivered by hand or overnight courier service during City’s regular business hours or by email before or during City’s regular business hours; or (b) on the third business day following deposit in the United States mail, postage prepaid, to the addresses heretofore set forth in the Agreement, or to such other addresses as the parties may, from time to time, designate in writing pursuant to the provisions of this section. All notices shall be delivered to the parties at the following addresses.

City of Vernon: Daniel Wall
Director of Public Works
City of Vernon
4305 Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, California 90058
Email: [email protected]
City of Maywood: City Manager
City of Maywood
4319 E. Slauson
Maywood, California 90270
Fax: (323) 562-5712
Email:[email protected]
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties, through their respective authorized representatives, have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

ATTEST:

By:

Genoveva Rocha, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By: _____________________________
Zaynah Moussa-Milward, City
Attorney
ATTEST:

By:

Jennifer Vasquez, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By: _____________________________
Roxanne Diaz, City Attorney
CITY OF Vernon
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Melissa Ybarra, Mayor
This _____ day of _____________, 2026
CITY OF Maywood
By:______________________________
Heber Marquez, Mayor
This _____ day of ____________, 2026

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CITY OF VERNON

CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
LEGEND
Traffic Signals

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City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
From: Todd Dusenberry, General Manager of Public Utilities Department: Public Utilities
Submitted by: Adriana Ramos, Principal Management Analyst Subject
Statement of Work with Advanced Utility Systems, a division of N. Harris Computer Corporation Recommendation
A. Approve and authorize the City Administrator to execute a Statement of Work with Advanced Utility Systems, a division of N. Harris Computer Corporation, in substantially the same form as submitted, to provide technical support for the setup and implementation of Vernon Public Utility’s existing Fiber Services with Infinity Customer Information System Version 5.0 software, in an amount not-to-exceed $57,375; and
B. Authorize a contingency amount of 10% (or $5,738) to cover any unforeseen expenses and grant authority to the City Administrator to approve and execute amendments up to the contingency amount, if necessary.

Background
The Vernon Public Utilities (VPU) customer billing system, operated by Advanced Utility Systems, a division of N. Harris Computer Corporation (Advanced), runs on the Infinity Customer Information System (CIS). The system is essential for VPU’s Customer Service division, supporting billing for all electric, water, and natural gas utility services. It also accommodates the City’s Time-of-Use (TOU) tariffs for Vernon’s residential customers and its large commercial and industrial electric customers. For over a decade, the Advanced Infinity CIS has provided reliable and accurate billing data, as evidenced by approximately 3,000 utility bills issued monthly to the City’s residents and businesses.

On November 7, 2023, the City Council approved a Master Scope of Work Agreement with Advanced to conduct a data conversion and upgrade the existing Infinity CIS billing platform to Version 5.0. In October 2025, VPU successfully completed its multi-year customer billing system upgrade project with Advanced.

VPU has used the legacy Eden financial software system (Eden), developed by Tyler, as its billing platform for fiber-optic and dark fiber services since 2007. However, support for Eden is set to conclude in March 2027, as Tyler plans to transition this system to its modernized Munis software suite. With the upcoming phase-out and end of product support for Eden in March 2027, VPU is pursuing the implementation of a new fiber service through the Infinity CIS platform. This will enable the utility to invoice customers for all four of its core services (electric, water, natural gas, and fiber) through a single platform.

The proposed Statement of Work (SOW) with Advanced outlines the development and configuration of Infinity CIS interfaces for existing VPU systems, along with any necessary modifications to meet the utility’s requirements. Given that VPU is introducing a new utility service into its CIS, the successful configuration of the fiber service will involve several components.

From a financial perspective, this includes general ledger accounting, new account strings, accounts receivable, and financial reporting. Advanced will also set up four subcategories under the fiber service to differentiate between the various service types: residential internet, business internet, municipal dark fiber, and business dark fiber. In addition, the SOW includes other ...
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important configurations, such as creating new fiber accounts, setting billing frequencies, configuring rates and transaction codes, tracking delinquencies, printing bills, and handling connection and disconnection requests. While VPU has chosen not to migrate historical fiber billing data to ensure the project remains cost-effective, Advanced is responsible for basic data conversion and uploading existing fiber account data under this SOW.

The proposed SOW with Advanced is exempt from competitive bidding and competitive selection pursuant to Vernon Municipal Code (VMC) Sections 3.32.110(A)(2) and 3.32.110(B)(1), respectively, because the necessary platform upgrades, software, and support services are only available from Advanced. Moreover, the Infinity CIS Version 5.0 platform and the Representational State Transfer Application Programming Interface (REST API) currently used by VPU’s Customer Service Division are compatible only with Advanced proprietary software.

Engaging a separate CIS provider solely for fiber services would lead to significantly higher costs and operational issues, primarily due to the need for a separate data conversion process and the implementation of an additional billing platform. Additionally, VPU staff would need extra time to become familiar with a new billing system, diverting their attention and resources from daily tasks, thereby adversely impacting overall efficiency and service to customers.

Therefore, VPU staff recommend that the City Council approve the SOW with Advanced for a total amount not-to-exceed $57,375. Additionally, staff recommend a contingency of 10% percent (or $5,738) for unforeseen expenses related to project implementation. City Council approval is required pursuant to VMC Section 3.32.030(B), as during the last 12 months, the City has paid or awarded Advanced a total of $524,298.57.

The proposed Statement of Work with Advanced has been reviewed and approved as to form by the City Attorney’s Office.

Strategic Plan Goals
Goal 6: Optimize Public Utility Operations to Ensure Affordable Services Fiscal Impact
The fiscal impact is not to exceed $63,113, including the 10% contingency. Sufficient funds are available in the Electric Fund, Administration, Capital Outlay, Account No. 055-050-580-660000 for the current fiscal year.

Attachments

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Quote
Client City of Vernon Client Contact Sun Jonathan
Quote Effective Date July 24, 2026 Prepared By Tanuja Kancherla, May Yang
Reference Number AT127826 Client PO
Description Statement of Work (SOW): New Service Set Up-Fiber Service_Rev3 Client Request
City of Vernon is requesting a statement of work from Advanced Utility Systems (Advanced) to provide assistance with the setup and implementation of a new service, Fiber Service, within CIS V5.

Proposed Solution
The services to be provided under this SOW are as follows:
• New Service – Fiber Service
o Configure Service Control for the new service
o Configure Service Group Control for the new service
• Accounting
o Set up new G/L accounts that will be associated with the new service (Vernon to provide the G/L numbers)
o Configure new A/Rs
• Support the following service categories:
o Residential Internet
o Business Internet
o Municipal Dark Fiber
o Business Dark Fiber
• Implement billing as flat-fee (non-consumption-based) services • Configure billing to:
o Run on a monthly basis in arrears
o Align with existing billing cycles and business rules • Enable Fiber services to:
o Be billed on the existing utility bill (electric/water) as a separate line item o Maintain a logical or operational cycle grouping in V5, if required • Rate Setup
o Create 4 new billcodes and associated service level rate o Monthly flat charge irrespective of the number of billing days. o Establish a new proration profile specific to this new service • Configure Fiber services to align with existing collections framework, including:
o Late fee processing
o Delinquency tracking
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o Disconnection and reconnection capabilities
• Transaction Codes
o Create a new billing transaction code
o Create a new adjustment transaction code
• Utility Users Tax (UUT) Configuration
o Configure UUT rules based on final client decision:
o Apply to all Fiber services, or
o Apply selectively based on service type
o Ensure tax codes and calculation rules are aligned with CIS tax configuration • Data Migration / Account Setup
o Implement a minimal data conversion approach, including:
o Creation of new Fiber accounts within CIS
o Optional mass upload of account data via template
o No historical billing data will be migrated
• Scripts
o Advanced will create and execute a script to add the service to applicable Vernon accounts
• Bill Print
o Modify both the .rpt bill print files to display (Vernon to provide mock-up as needed):
▪ Fiber Service
▪ Associated transactions
▪ Service billing dates (‘from date’ and ‘to date’)
Assumptions
The following assumptions are made to complete the necessary details within this SOW:
• In the event additional hours are required to effectively complete this SOW, a request will be made for the number of hours needed
• If the TEST system is refreshed without notifying Advanced Utility Systems 72 hours prior to the system refresh, City of Vernon will be responsible for all costs associated with reconfiguring the system
Price
The price for successfully completing this SOW is $57,375.00 USD Payment Terms
This SOW will be invoiced monthly with the following milestones:
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Milestone Payment (MP) Amount
MP1: Upon signing this SOW $34,425.00
MP2: Upon completion of configuration on one Test environment $22,950.00 Total $57,375.00
Conditions
The following are the conditions for this SOW:
• Advanced will lead and perform the required activities to implement this SOW • In the event the scope of work changes or new requests, a request for a Change Order will be required with an additional cost
• Client is responsible for testing any changes made under this SOW and promptly provide feedback or additional details required to Advanced
• If desired by Client, Advanced may execute a portion of this SOW during weekend or holiday hours at a premium hourly rate of $380
• Notice of cancellation of work under this SOW must be received in writing • Client is responsible for the payment of any/all hours utilized prior to the receipt of cancellation notice which will be invoiced
• This task covers the development and configuration of CIS Infinity interfaces to existing City of Vernon’s systems and modifications to CIS Infinity, and/or related products in the Infinity product suite, if any, to meet City of Vernon’s CIS needs. All development work completed by Advanced will be communicated, in advance, to City of Vernon’s Project Manager so that City of Vernon’s Project Manager has visibility to all Advanced interface development work.

Development effort may be required by the vendor for the system to which Harris is interfacing. These vendor costs, if any, are the responsibility of City of Vernon if not in scope.

Expenses
If expenses are incurred by Advanced to provide services outlined in this statement of work, Advanced staff will be using a meal per diem of $85 per weekday and $170 per weekend day or holiday which will be billed to the Client. The meal per diem and mileage charges will not be required to submit receipts. All other expenses will continue to be billed on actual-basis (i.e. airfare, hotel, car rental, and fuel) and will be required to submit receipts.

Escalation Process
Several processes may trigger the escalation process which includes issue tracking, contract management, and risk management. This process assumes that prior attempts have been made to resolve the item, and the appropriate parties cannot reach a resolution. When an item is escalated, the appropriate participants are notified via formal communication (email) which includes a summary of the concern/issue and the analysis of each party’s position. The participants must be ...
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provided with sufficient time to review the analysis and concerns prior to scheduling any resolution meetings.

The levels of escalation and the participants in each level include:

1. Advanced Resource (Customer Success Technical Consultant who is assigned the project)

2. Advanced Manager (Customer Success Team Lead)

3. Advanced Sponsor (Manager of Customer Success)
Standard of Care/Warranty Disclaimer
The standard of care applicable to the Professional Consulting / Information Technology (PC/IT) services arising under this SOW will be the degree of skill and diligence normally employed by PC/IT consultants performing the same or similar services. No further warranty of guaranty, expressed or implied, is made with respect to the services furnished hereunder and all implied warranties are hereby disclaimed including the warranty of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

Limitation of Liability

THE LIABILITY OF ADVANCED (UNDER BREACH OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR

OTHERWISE, AND INCLUDING ANY INDEMNITY OBLIGATION) FOR ANY DAMAGES RELATING TO THIS

AGREEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED THE FEES PAID BY THE CITY TO ADVANCED PURSUANT TO THIS

SOW, EXCLUDING ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE FRAUD, GROSS NEGLIGENCE, OR WILLFUL MISCONDUCT OF ADVANCED.

IN ADDITION TO THE FOREGOING, ADVANCED SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL,

INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED

LOST REVENUE OR LOSS OF PROFITS, EVEN IF ADVANCED HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE LIKELIHOOD OF

THE OCCURRENCE OF SUCH DAMAGES AND NOTWITHSTANDING ANY FAILURE OF ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF ANY LIMITED REMEDY.

THESE LIMITATIONS SHALL APPLY IN RESPECT OF ANY CLAIM, DEMAND OR ACTION BY A PARTY

IRRESPECTIVE OF THE NATURE OF THE CAUSE OF ACTION UNDERLYING SUCH CLAIM, DEMAND OR ACTION, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, BREACH OF CONTRACT OR TORT.

Notes
• This quote is valid for 30 calendar days from the date of issue and supersedes any previous offers related to services outlined
• Additional or change in scope will require a request for a Change Order Governing Agreement
• Except as expressly set forth herein, this SOW is pursuant to the terms and conditions of the “Support and Maintenance Agreement.pdf” mutually executed between the parties on June 16th, 2026 as amended.
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Authorization
Signature indicates that the parties have read, understood, and agreed to all the contents of this quote.

Authorized by City of Vernon Authorized by Advanced Utility Systems Name Name
Title Title
Signature Date Signature Date
ATTEST:
____________________
Genoveva Rocha, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_____________________
Zaynah Moussa-Milward, City Attorney
Second Signature
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Signature
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City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
From: Todd Dusenberry, General Manager of Public Utilities Department: Public Utilities
Submitted by: Adriana Ramos, Principal Management Analyst Subject
Services Agreement with 1155 Infrastructure Solutions, LLC Recommendation
A. Find that the proposed action is categorically exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review, in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, because the contracted services consist of the maintenance, repair, or minor alteration of existing facilities and equipment and involve negligible or no expansion of an existing use; and B. Approve and authorize the City Administrator to execute a Services Agreement with 1155 Infrastructure Solutions, LLC, in substantially the same form as submitted, for natural gas project design, construction, and repair services for an amount not-to-exceed $600,000, for a three-year term.

Background
The Natural Gas Division of Vernon Public Utilities (VPU) was established in 2006 with a large distribution system and transmission system designed to serve the City’s industrial and commercial businesses. VPU provides natural gas service to approximately 125 industrial and commercial customers. Although Vernon is a small city with a natural gas utility serving 125 customers, VPU is one of the largest municipal gas providers in the United States by volume.

VPU maximizes the operational efficiency of its natural gas system by utilizing full-time employees to manage day-to-day operations while retaining specialized consultants to provide technical expertise for periodic or otherwise specialized requirements. This strategy enables operational efficiencies, keeps costs competitive, and ensures that external expertise and experience are available and accessed as needed.

VPU currently contracts with A.M. Ortega Construction, Inc. (AMO) for natural gas project design, construction, and repair services. On August 15, 2023, the City Council approved a three-year Services Agreement with AMO to provide natural gas project design, construction, and repair services. That agreement is set to expire on August 30, 2026. AMO assists the VPU Natural Gas Division staff with various operational needs. These include establishing new customer connections, providing technical engineering, designing projects, conducting pipeline safety assessments, ensuring compliance with current and upcoming regulations, and addressing potential repairs related to system leaks and/or mechanical failures.

As per Vernon Municipal Code (VMC) 3.32.090, on May 28, 2026, staff issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Natural Gas Project Design, Construction, and Repair Services. The RFP was advertised on the City's Planet Bids platform. The RFP identified required services, including welding of steel gas pipe, fusion of polyethylene (PE) distribution lines, pressure testing of steel and PE pipe, excavation and installation of steel or PE pipe, shoring of trenches and pits above gas lines, technical and maintenance support of regulator stations, pipeline damage repair, and emergency support services.

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qualified panel of City staff from multiple departments thoroughly examined the proposals based on professional qualifications (45%), demonstrated competence (45%), and responsiveness to the RFP (10%). Based on the evaluation process, the proposal submitted by 1155 Infrastructure Solutions, LLC (1155 Infrastructure Solutions) demonstrated the strongest combination of expertise and a comprehensive approach, best suited to fulfill the scope of services outlined in the RFP. The proposal submitted by 1155 Infrastructure Solutions received the highest score following the evaluation process and was, therefore, deemed the most qualified.

Accordingly, VPU staff recommends that the City Council approve a Services Agreement with 1155 Infrastructure Solutions for a total amount not-to-exceed $600,000 to provide natural gas project design, construction, and repair services. 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.

Strategic Plan Goals
Goal 6: Optimize Public Utility Operations to Ensure Affordable Services Fiscal Impact
The fiscal impact is not-to-exceed $600,000. Sufficient funds are available in the Gas Fund, Repairs & Maintenance, Account No. 056-060-600-529000, Professional Services-Technical, Account No. 056-060-600-529225, and Capital Outlay, Account Number 056-060-600-660000, for the current fiscal year and will be budgeted in subsequent years.

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Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
From: Todd Dusenberry, General Manager of Public Utilities Department: Public Utilities
Submitted by: Adriana Ramos, Principal Management Analyst Subject
Purchase Contract with Sulzer Pump Services (US) Inc.

Recommendation
A. Find that the proposed action is categorically exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review, in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, because the project consists of the maintenance, repair or minor alteration of existing equipment and involves negligible or no expansion of an existing or former use; B. Approve and authorize the issuance of a Purchase Contract with Sulzer Pump Services (US) Inc. for the complete overhaul and refurbishment of a Sulzer boiler feed water pump, for an amount not-to-exceed $142,217.61; and
C. Authorize a contingency amount of 10% (or $14,221.76) in the event of unforeseen expenses that might arise during the overhaul process, and grant authority to the City Administrator to approve and execute change orders up to the contingency amount, if necessary.

Background
The Malburg Generating Station (MGS) is equipped with two (2) high-pressure boiler feed pumps, each operating at 100 percent. These pumps are critical components of the steam generation process, supplying feedwater from the deaerator to the heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs). The pumps deliver water at a pressure sufficient to overcome the boiler's operating pressure and any system losses. The continuous supply of feedwater is crucial for steam production, which drives the steam turbine and generates electricity.

On July 7, 2026, plant personnel identified a thrust bearing failure on one of the high-pressure boiler feed pumps. The failure raised concerns about potential damage to the pump shaft and other critical internal components. As a precaution, the pump was taken out of service and sent to Sulzer Pump Services (US) Inc. (Sulzer), the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), for a comprehensive inspection and evaluation.

Sulzer inspected the pump and determined that a complete overhaul is necessary to restore it to a safe and reliable operating condition. During the inspection, Sulzer confirmed that the pump sustained damage to its shaft and other essential internal components. The recommended scope of work includes replacing worn and damaged components, restoring critical tolerances to OEM specifications, reassembling the pump, conducting performance testing, and final certification.

The overhaul is expected to extend the service life of the critical boiler feed pump and maintain the reliable operation of MGS.

The proposed Purchase Contract is exempt from competitive bidding and competitive selection pursuant to Vernon Municipal Code (VMC) Sections 3.32.110(A)(2) and 3.32.110(B)(1), respectively, because Sulzer is the OEM and maintains the proprietary engineering specifications, specialized tooling, and technical expertise required to perform the overhaul and certify the pump to its original performance specifications.

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The Sulzer Quote has been reviewed and approved as to form by the City Attorney’s Office.

Strategic Plan Goals
Goal 6: Optimize Public Utility Operations to Ensure Affordable Services Fiscal Impact
The fiscal impact is not-to-exceed $156,439.37. Sufficient funds are available in the Electric Fund, Malburg Generating Station, Repairs & Maintenance, Account No. 055-050-586-529000.

Attachments

1. Sulzer Pump Services (US) - Quote – OP-2892801

2. Sulzer Pump Services (US) - Sole Source Letter
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Repair Quotation
CUSTOMER REF: REV
0 SULZER Quote Number:

OP-2892801

SULZER PUMP SERVICES (US) INC
SPS Service Center Los Angeles
Service Center Los Angeles
PO Box 3904
Santa Fe Springs CA 90670-3303
USA
Phone 562-903-1000
Fax 562-903-1008
CUSTOMER: City of Vernon – Vernon Public Utilities EQUIPMENT LOCATION: Vernon, CA CUSTOMER PO: TBD ISSUE DATE: July 20,
2026
SERIAL NUMBER: TBD EQUIPMENT NUMBER:
392857-MC-100-300
PUMP TYPE & SERVICE: Sulzer MC 100-300, 7-stage
multistage – Boiler feed water (Gas-fired power plant)
Attention: Mr. Robert Shelton
City of Vernon – Vernon Public Utilities (Gas-Fired Power Plant, Vernon, CA) Dear Mr. Shelton,
Thank you for your interest in Sulzer Pumps Services (US) Inc.

This document presents Sulzer’s firm price proposal for a complete OVERHAUL of one (1) Sulzer MC 100-300, seven-stage multistage boiler feed water pump for the City of Vernon. The pump was received and fully disassembled and inspected at the Sulzer Los Angeles Service Center following a thrust-bearing failure. This scope covers a new OEM shaft and balance drum, reconditioning and individual balancing of the seven (7) impellers, reconditioning of the diffusers, heads and stuffing boxes, bearing-housing machining and bearing renewal, mechanical-seal repair at third party, a complete O-ring and hardware set, full rotor and assembly balance, and reassembly with VCI preservation and a repair data book.

This proposal is organized in three sections:
— Section 1 – Scope of Work: the complete overhaul performed at the Sulzer Los Angeles Service Center.
— Section 2 – Parts & Materials: the components and materials Sulzer will supply or recondition under this scope.
— Section 3 – Pricing Summary: the budgetary price, with labor and parts & materials broken out.

Should you have any questions or require further information, please contact your sales representative at your convenience.

Best Regards,
Ryan Idzerda
Sales Representative
[email protected]
562-201-9136
Candice Canerdy
Repair Coordinator
[email protected]
562-332-5611
Higor Almeida
Service Center Manager
[email protected]
562-329-1568
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, this quote and our delivery is subject to the SULZER PUMP SERVICES (US) INC GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE which are available on the Sulzer website at: (www.sulzer.com/terms)

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SPS Service Center Los Angeles
Service Center Los Angeles
PO Box 3904
Santa Fe Springs CA 90670-3303
USA
Phone 562-903-1000
Fax 562-903-1008
SECTION 1: SCOPE OF WORK

INCOMING INSPECTION & TEARDOWN
— Gather all components, complete the required inspection forms, and lay out the job; record the asfound condition with photographs. — Issue an as-found dimensional report of all rotating and stationary parts (teardown and inspection already completed at LASC).

SHAFT & ROTOR
— Supply and install a new OEM shaft; the existing thrust-end shaft is spent and welded to its mating parts (thrust bearing and Inpro seal sleeve) and cannot be reused — addresses the reported thrustbearing failure and heat damage. Inspect the new shaft prior to build. — Supply and install a new balance drum (piston); the existing drum is galled, bent and pitted in the bore. Verify OD running clearance to the liner (.012 confirmed good). — Build the rotor and perform a hydraulic-nut check; record before-and-after T.I.R. — Grinding all seven (7) impeller hub and eye rings and stone/granding the impeller bore faces to restore OEM fits; address the cavitation indications found on the No. 1 impeller inlet vanes.

DIFFUSERS & COVERS
— Polish the diffuser wear rings and stone the sealing faces and vanes as required (six (6) diffusers). — Verify diffuser-to-cover fits (.0005–.001 tight) and the cover-to-cover / cover-to-head metal-to-metal fits (confirmed good).

HEADS & STUFFING BOXES
— Sandblast the suction and discharge heads; chase and tap all threaded holes, hand-hone/stone all critical sealing faces, and polish the head wear rings. — Sandblast and stone the T.E. and D.E. stuffing-box faces.

BEARING HOUSINGS
— Set up and mill-check both bearing housings complete (thrust-end housing heated for the check). — Drill and tap the tri-cock nipple fittings from 1/4” NPT up to 1/2” NPT (T.E. & D.E.). — Replace all four (4) Inpro bearing isolators and Glyptal-coat the housing internals and end covers. — Install a new SKF 214EC radial bearing and new SKF 31312 J2 thrust bearings (These bearings are required with preload sleeve made by SKF in France)

MECHANICAL SEALS
— Remove and send the two (2) mechanical seals to Third part for repair/reconditioning (priced budgetary pending the repair quote).

BALANCE
— Individually balance the seven (7) impellers and dynamically balance the complete rotor assembly (4W/N at 3600 rpm) to ISO 1940 grade G2.5; record final T.I.R.

ASSEMBLY, TEST & SHIPMENT
— Wire-wheel the tie rods and nuts; complete final assembly to the OEM stack-up and re-check flatfoot.

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, this quote and our delivery is subject to the SULZER PUMP SERVICES (US) INC GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE which are available on the Sulzer website at: (www.sulzer.com/terms)

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SULZER PUMP SERVICES (US) INC
SPS Service Center Los Angeles
Service Center Los Angeles
PO Box 3904
Santa Fe Springs CA 90670-3303
USA
Phone 562-903-1000
Fax 562-903-1008
— Low-pressure air / mechanical-seal check of the assembled unit. — Apply VCI preservation, paint, tag, and palletize for shipment. — Compile a repair data book (as-found report, final clearances, balance report, and bearing/O-ring part records).

SECTION 2: PARTS & MATERIALS
The parts and materials required to complete this overhaul are listed below with unit line pricing. Sulzer will supply or recondition every item unless the City elects to furnish it from its own stock — mark any customer-supplied items and the price shown for that line will be credited from the Parts & Materials total in Section 3.
# Description Qty Price, $ Supplied By
(Sulzer / Customer)
1 New OEM shaft — MC 100-300, 7-stage (Sulzer drwg
0-104091307)
1 35,153 Sulzer
2 New balance drum / piston — hard-chrome-plated OD
(Sulzer drwg 1-104094037)
1 9,364.20 Sulzer
3 Tapered roller thrust bearing — SKF 31312 J2 2 7,368 Sulzer 4 Radial bearing — SKF 214EC 1 998,50 Sulzer
5 Inpro bearing isolators (bearing housings) 4 4,305 Sulzer 6 Mechanical seals — refurbish at Third party 2 7,058 Third party 7 Shaft nut & lock washer — KM12 / MB12 1 set 225 Sulzer 8 Shaft nut & lock washer — KM14 / MB14 1 set 230 Sulzer 9 Pump O-ring set — end covers, stuffing-box-to-head,
covers/heads, balance liner & piston
13 3,106 Sulzer
10 Stud, M20-2.50 x 130 mm — bearing bracket to case 16 190 Sulzer 11 Hex nut, M20-2.50 — bearing bracket to case 16 95 Sulzer 12 Stud, M16-2.00 x 140 mm 8 120 Sulzer
13 Hex nut, M16-2.00 8 60 Sulzer
14 Socket-head cap screw, M12-1.75 x 90 mm (8.8) — TE
end cover
4 45 Sulzer
15 Socket-head cap screw, M10-1.50 x 36 mm (8.8) — DE
end cover & stuffing boxes
8 60 Sulzer
16 Hex bolt, M8-1.25 x 12 mm 2 18 Sulzer
17 Hex bolt, M4-0.70 x 6 mm (stainless) 4 22 Sulzer
18 NPT plug, 1" — 316 SS, bearing housings & heads 3 70 Sulzer 19 NPT plug, 3/4" — 316 SS 8 130 Sulzer
20 NPT plug, 1/2" — 316 SS 20 270 Sulzer
21 NPT plug, 1/4" — 316 SS 6 90 Sulzer
22 Glyptal, paint & VCI preservation consumables 1 lot 2,405 Sulzer 23 Outside services — sandblast (heads & stuffing boxes) 1 lot 845 Sulzer Total — parts & materials 72,227.7
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, this quote and our delivery is subject to the SULZER PUMP SERVICES (US) INC GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE which are available on the Sulzer website at: (www.sulzer.com/terms)

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0 SULZER Quote Number:

OP-2892801

SULZER PUMP SERVICES (US) INC
SPS Service Center Los Angeles
Service Center Los Angeles
PO Box 3904
Santa Fe Springs CA 90670-3303
USA
Phone 562-903-1000
Fax 562-903-1008
NOTE
— All work is performed at the Sulzer Los Angeles Service Center under the Sulzer Quality Standard.

The teardown and dimensional inspection are complete; this proposal reflects the as-found scope. — Materials are confirmed against the pump nameplate / OEM references; parts beyond those listed in Section 2 (e.g., new wear rings or diffusers) are not included and would be quoted separately if inspection requires.

SECTION 3: PRICING SUMMARY
Scope Price, $
Disassembly & Inspection (D&I), performed at LASC under the separate DCI purchase order: full teardown, cleaning, complete dimensional inspection and asfound report. 4,900
Overhaul / repair labor — new shaft and balance-drum rotor build with hydraulicnut check, impeller and diffuser reconditioning and balancing, head / stuffing-box and bearing-housing machining, bearing renewal, complete rotor and assembly balance, reassembly and air test (per Section 1).
62,056
Parts & materials — new OEM shaft and balance drum, thrust & radial bearings, Inpro isolators, mechanical-seal repair at MSR, complete O-ring set, fasteners & NPT plugs, Glyptal, VCI preservation and consumables (per Section 2). 72,227.70
Sales tax of 10.5% for parts & materials 7,583.91
Freight (outbound) 350
Subtotal 147,117.61
Less: Disassembly & Inspection payment already received — Customer PO for the DCI
(4,900)
Total (budgetary) $ 142,217.61
Note: The Disassembly & Inspection was completed under the Customer’s separate DCI purchase order ($4,900). That amount is credited against this overhaul as shown above; the balance reflects the remaining work to return the pump to service.

Delivery:

Approximately seven (07) to eight (08) weeks from written PO, governed by the OEM shaft.; Offer Validity:
30 days
Conditions:

Per INCOTERMS latest edition – EXW Santa Fe Springs, CA Unless otherwise agreed in writing, this quote and our delivery is subject to the SULZER PUMP SERVICES (US) INC GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE which are available on the Sulzer website at: (www.sulzer.com/terms)

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SPS Service Center Los Angeles
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PO Box 3904
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Net 30 days
Preservation:

Sulzer LASC applies VCI corrosion-inhibitor preservatives to 100% of the equipment it services and delivers. This protects machined and unpainted surfaces against oxidation for up to four (4) weeks when the equipment is stored in a covered, climate-controlled environment. A re-preservation service is available for longer storage periods.

Witness / Hold Points:

If the Customer wishes to witness any stage of the repair process, the agreed delivery time may be adjusted. Witnessed inspections and hold points are scheduled according to Customer availability, and any resulting waiting time is reflected in the final delivery date.

Exclusions / Clarifications:
— The new OEM shaft and balance drum carry 06 week standard lead time from the OEM subsupplier; — New wear rings, diffusers, sleeves or impeller repairs beyond the items listed in Section 2 are not included.
— Hydrostatic testing of the casing is not included in this scope. — Pricing is based on the completed as-found inspection and is subject to revision if additional damage is identified during rebuild.

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City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
From: Brian Saeki, City Administrator
Department: City Administration
Submitted by: Lilia Hernandez, Deputy City Administrator Subject
Regular Vernon City Council Meeting Times
Recommendation
Discuss meeting times for regular meetings of the City Council and provide direction to staff regarding potential changes.

Background
Chapter 3.10 of Article III of the Vernon City Charter dictates that the City Council shall hold regular meetings at least once a month, and that the Council has the authority to establish the time, frequency, and place of City Council meetings. The City Council is required to make such determinations by Ordinance which are then codified into the Vernon Municipal Code (VMC). As indicated in VMC Section 2.04.010, currently, regular meetings of the City Council are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 9:00am.

Council Meeting times have changed several times over the years. The chart below provides a summary of past meeting date/time changes for the regular meetings of the Vernon City Council.

History of Vernon City Council Regular Meeting Times
Year Ordinance
No.

Day Meeting Time
1992 1006 First and third Tuesday 5:00pm
2001 1081 First and third Wednesday 5:00pm
2007 1128 First and third Monday 10:00am
2008 1149 Every Monday 10:00am
2009 1158 Every Monday 9:00am
2010 1168 First and third Monday 8:00am (L&P) & 9:00am (City) 2011 1180 First and third Tuesday 8:00am (L&P) & 9:00am (City) 2012 1193 First and third Tuesday 9:00am
At their meeting on July 7, 2026, the City Council adopted the City-wide Strategic Plan which included Task No. 5.2 to discuss regular Council meeting times considering efforts to increase public engagement and improve the efficiency of meetings. With regards to increased public engagement, it would be prudent for regular meetings of the City Council to occur at a time of day that provides the greatest opportunity for in-person participation by the City’s various stakeholders including residents, visitors, the business community, and any members of the public that wish to attend. With respect to efficiency, consideration should be given to the amount of time that would be available for staff to prepare for the meetings, especially in light of new legislative requirements (Senate Bill 707).
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Potential Modifications to Meeting Schedule
The City Council may make modifications to its meeting schedule as it pertains to time, frequency, and place as long as the Council holds a regular meeting at least once a month.

Potential modifications for consideration include:

Potential Changes Considerations
Frequency:

Consolidate regular meetings to
once a month (e.g. First Tuesday
at 9:00am)
• Meetings may last longer as the number of City
business items for each agenda will increase
• Special meetings may be required in between
regular meetings to address pressing matters –
certain items cannot be considered at a Special
meeting (e.g. compensation and benefits, regular
ordinances, etc.)
• Opportunity for general public comment would be
limited to single regular meeting
• May be more conducive to regular in-person
participation from the public
Time:

Move regular meetings to an
earlier start time (e.g. First and
third Tuesday at 8:00am)
• May increase in-person participation by the public
if meetings are held at the beginning of the day
• Will decrease the amount of time staff will have to
prepare for the meeting
Time:

Move regular meetings to late
afternoon or evenings (e.g. First
and third Tuesday at 4:30pm or
5:00pm)
• Would provide opportunity for maximum in-person
participation and better representation of the public
as it may capture a broader demographic of the
community
• Will allow additional time for staff to prepare for the meetings and help ensure compliance with new
legislative requirements
• May have a fiscal impact for staff support
Community Outreach
At the recent Town Hall meetings held during the month of July, the City’s residents were informed that City Council would be discussing potential Council Meeting time changes and that there would be an opportunity to provide feedback. Staff have also broached the subject with the Vernon Chamber of Commerce. Should City Council provide direction regarding a potential time change for consideration, staff can gather feedback from residents and the business community via an online survey.

Timeline to Implement Changes
Changes to the schedule for regular meetings of the City Council need to be made by Ordinance pursuant to Chapter 3.10 of Article III of the Vernon City Charter. An Ordinance for this purpose would require a first and second reading and become effective 30 days following adoption. At the earliest, an Ordinance could be presented for consideration at the September 15, 2026 Council Meeting. If a second reading and adoption occur at the subsequent meeting on October 6, 2026, the changes would become effective as early as mid-November, depending on Council direction.

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Goal 5: Strengthen Organizational Efficiency and Financial Planning Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.

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City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
From: Daniel S. Wall, P.E., Director of Public Works-City Engineer Department: Public Works
Submitted by: Daniel S. Wall, P.E., Director of Public Works-City Engineer Subject
Zoning: Permitted Use Cross-Reference Matrix
Recommendation
A. Receive and file the Permitted Use Cross-Reference Matrix; and B. Provide direction to staff on any desired amendments to Title 17 of the Vernon Municipal Code to reclassify certain land uses currently allowed by-right to require a higher level of discretionary review through Conditional Use Permits or Development Agreements.

Background
In light of ongoing national dialogue and concerns expressed by community members, City staff have been analyzing whether certain land uses currently permitted “by-right” in the Vernon Municipal Code (VMC) should instead be subject to a higher level of discretionary review, implementing processes to include a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) or a Development Agreement (DA).

To support the City Council's evaluation of this issue, staff prepared a comprehensive Permitted Use Cross-Reference Matrix (Attachment 1), which summarizes every use classification in Title 17 and identifies its level of review in each zoning district. The matrix organizes uses into four categories, each defined in VMC Chapter 17.16 (Definitions):
• By-Right: A use permitted outright in a zoning district, subject only to compliance with applicable development standards. No discretionary approval is required. By-right uses are listed in each zone's "Permitted Uses" section (e.g., VMC § 17.22.020 for the General Industry Zone).
• Minor Conditional Use Permit (Minor CUP): A discretionary permit granted by the Director of Public Works for uses not permitted by-right because they require special review and may be subject to special conditions. Minor CUPs are processed at the staff level under VMC Chapter 17.76 (Minor Conditional Use Permit), with the Director retaining discretion to refer an application to the City Council (VMC § 17.76.060). • Conditional Use Permit (CUP): A discretionary permit granted by the City Council for uses not permitted by-right because they require special review and may be subject to special conditions. All CUPs are heard and decided by the City Council following a public hearing, under VMC Chapter 17.72 (Conditional Use Permit), and are subject to CEQA review. Conditions of approval and administrative exactions must have a nexus to the impacts directly created by the proposed land-use.
• Development Agreement: A contract, duly executed and legally binding, between the City and a developer, authorized under Government Code § 65864 et seq. and governed by VMC Chapter 17.84 (Development Agreement). Development Agreements are adopted by ordinance following a City Council public hearing, are subject to CEQA review, and allow for negotiated, project-specific terms, such as community benefit fees. Because ...
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DA terms are negotiated versus unilaterally imposed, the fees and terms are not legally bound by strict nexus requirements.

It should be noted that one of the conditions of a CUP could be a Development Agreement. The CUP component allows the City Council to apply standard findings and conditions addressing compatibility, operations, and mitigation. The Development Agreement component allows the City to vest development rights and negotiate site-specific public benefits, such as infrastructure improvements, local hiring commitments, or community benefit contributions, over a defined term. This approach provides the City Council with the strongest level of discretion available under the zoning code: the compatibility safeguards of a CUP paired with the negotiating leverage of a Development Agreement. The City Council would consider both at a single hearing, approving the CUP by resolution and adopting the Development Agreement by ordinance.

It is recommended that City Council deliberate and provide staff with direction on its desired reclassification of certain land uses (if any) to require CUPs or DAs for approval. Staff would return with any proposed amendment(s) to the VMC’s Title 17 at a subsequent meeting for Council’s review and approval.

Strategic Plan Goals
Goal 3 - Advance Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.

Attachments

1. Permitted Use Cross-Reference Matrix
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City of Vernon - Title 17 Zoning: Permitted Use Summary VMC Title 17 Zoning Use Summary August 2026 Page 1
City of Vernon
Zoning: Permitted Use Cross-Reference Matrix
Prepared August 2026
The matrix below shows every permitted use as a row and all twelve Vernon zones and overlay zones as columns. The color-coded abbreviation in each cell indicates the required approval level for that use in that zone. Uses not listed in a MU zone’s own tables but not prohibited follow I Zone standards. See legend at the bottom of the table. Verbatim VMC § 17.16.020 definitions for all uses follow the matrix.

I Zone & Overlay Zones Mixed-Use Zones
Use / Activity I Zone C-1 C-2 S R H T E MU-CC MU-S MU-N MU-PH Industrial Uses — By Right in I Zone (inherited by all overlays and applicable to unlisted uses in MU zones) Industrial use BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR
Data centers BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR
Cold storage warehouses BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR Industrial gas manufacturing BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR Warehouse — lots < 150,000 sf BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR Wholesale — lots < 150,000 sf BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR Ancillary use (≤20% of floor
area) BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR
Incidental use (>20%–<50% of
floor area) BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR
City activities and uses BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR BR Warehouse & Wholesale — Larger Lots (Development Agreement) Warehouse — lots ≥ 150,000 sf DA DA DA DA DA DA DA DA DA DA DA DA Wholesale — lots ≥ 150,000 sf DA DA DA DA DA DA DA DA DA DA DA DA Commercial Uses (I Zone & Overlays)
Ancillary retail use (≤10% of floor
area) MCUP MCUP MCUP — — — MCUP — BR BR BR BR
Commercial / retail uses
(general) — MCUP MCUP — — — — — BR BR BR BR
Fueling stations — MCUP MCUP — — — MCUP — — — — —
Incidental use with right to sell
at retail (Minor CUP unlocks
retail element of incidental use)
— MCUP MCUP — — — MCUP — — — — —
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City of Vernon - Title 17 Zoning: Permitted Use Summary VMC Title 17 Zoning Use Summary August 2026 Page 2
I Zone & Overlay Zones Mixed-Use Zones
Use / Activity I Zone C-1 C-2 S R H T E MU-CC MU-S MU-N MU-PH Commercial/retail — First
Amendment uses — — BR — — — — — — — — —
Religious uses — — MCUP — — — — — BR BR BR BR
CUP Uses — I Zone Base (inherited by all overlays and MU zones for unlisted uses) Refineries CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP Generating facilities / power
plants / cogeneration CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP Trash to energy facilities CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP Petroleum-related uses /
storage CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP Recycling facilities CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP Trade schools CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP BR BR BR BR Public utilities CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP Overlay-Specific CUP and DA Uses
Slaughtering of animals (lots ≥ 1
acre) — — — CUP — — — — — — — —
Rendering plant (lots ≥ 1 acre) — — — — CUP — — — — — — — Hazardous waste facilities — — — — — — CUP — — — — —
Solid waste facilities — — — — — — CUP — — — — —
Fueling stations (CUP tier) — — — — — — CUP — — — — —
Freight/truck
terminal/transportation-related
(lots ≥ 2 acres)
— — — — — — CUP — — — — —
Emergency shelters — — — — — — — BR — — BR BR
Residential uses (H Overlay DA;
MU zones by right) — — — — — DA — — BR BR BR —
MU Zone Uses (not applicable to I Zone or Overlays unless noted) Single-Family Dwelling — — — — — — — — BR — — —
Multifamily Dwelling (≤100 units) — — — — — — — — BR BR BR — Multifamily Dwelling (>100 units) — — — — — — — — CUP CUP CUP — Residential Care Facilities — — — — — — — — BR BR BR —
Live/Work Units — — — — — — — — BR BR BR —
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City of Vernon - Title 17 Zoning: Permitted Use Summary VMC Title 17 Zoning Use Summary August 2026 Page 3
I Zone & Overlay Zones Mixed-Use Zones
Use / Activity I Zone C-1 C-2 S R H T E MU-CC MU-S MU-N MU-PH Hotel — — — — — — — — E E — —
Offices — — — — — — — — BR BR BR BR
Office Manufacturing — — — — — — — — BR BR E E
Media Production Studios — — — — — — — — BR BR BR E
Goods Sales — — — — — — — — BR BR BR A/C
Market — — — — — — — — E E BR —
Production Retail — — — — — — — — E E E BR
Restaurant — — — — — — — — E E E BR
Art Galleries — — — — — — — — E E E E
Personal Services — — — — — — — — BR BR BR BR
Fitness and Recreation — — — — — — — — BR BR BR BR
Artisan Industrial — — — — — — — — E E E BR
Light Industrial — — — — — — — — BR BR BR BR
Community Facilities — — — — — — — — BR BR BR BR
Nightlife — — — — — — — — CUP CUP CUP —
Big Box Retail (>40,000 sf) — — — — — — — — CUP CUP CUP CUP Drive-Through Retail — — — — — — — — CUP CUP CUP CUP
Legend: BR = By Right E = Encouraged (by right with incentives; MU zones only) MCUP = Minor CUP (Director) CUP = Conditional Use Permit (City Council) DA = Development Agreement (City Council) A/C = Accessory or Conditional — = Not permitted in this zone ...
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City of Vernon - Title 17 Zoning: Permitted Use Summary VMC Title 17 Zoning Use Summary August 2026 Page 4
USE DEFINITIONS — Verbatim from VMC § 17.16.020
The following definitions are reproduced verbatim from Vernon Municipal Code § 17.16.020 (as amended through Ord. 1309, 2/3/2026) and apply to all uses identified in the matrix above.
"Adult or sexually oriented businesses": Shall have the same meaning as defined in Chapter 5.04, "Business Licenses Generally," Chapter 5.40, "Adult or Sexually Oriented Businesses" (see Section 5.40.020 of this Code), and shall be deemed to be a First Amendment protected use. "Ancillary retail use": A retail use customarily incidental or subordinate to a person's permitted use, as further described in Section 17.22.040 that does not occupy more than 10% of the gross floor area occupied by the person's permitted use. Any retail activity exceeding this limit shall be considered a primary use of property and subject to the land use regulations applicable to such use. Ancillary retail use shall not include mail-order or internet sales in connection with a permitted use. "Ancillary use": A use customarily incidental or subordinate to a person's permitted use, as further described in Section 17.22.020(J), such as office space or showroom space that does not occupy more than 20% of the gross floor area occupied by the person's permitted use. Ancillary use shall include mail-order or internet sales in connection with a permitted use.
"Art galleries": A physical location where art is shown to the public and may be made available for purchase. "Artisan industrial": Industrial uses under 5,000 square feet per space which do not produce noise, vibration, fire hazard or noxious emissions that would disturb or endanger neighboring units or properties. Examples include artist and artisan studios, custom manufacturing, photofinishing or photography studios, commercial kitchens, and print shops.
"Big box retail": A retail use with individual tenant space(s) over 40,000 square feet housed in a newly constructed standalone commercial building. These types of uses engage in selling goods or merchandise to the general public as well as to other retailers, contractors, or businesses, and rendering services incidental to the sale of the goods.
"Cold storage warehouse": A building or part of a building used primarily to store non-durable, perishable goods under refrigeration at temperatures of 35º Fahrenheit or lower, excluding areas used for the processing, preparing, or packaging of such goods for storage. "Commercial use": Businesses that provide goods or services, including, but not limited to, banks, publishing and printing shops, equipment rental and leasing, offices, automotive repair, and urgent care facilities.
"Community facilities": Buildings and facilities intended to be used by the general public (or segments of the general public), including, without limitation, government offices, public schools, private schools (including special purpose schools, such as nursery schools or special interest schools, but not including trade schools), libraries, museums, senior citizen centers, day care centers, hospitals and emergency rooms, multi-use facilities, such as YMCAs and community centers, cemeteries, and other similar facilities, but not including a religious use, fitness and recreational facilities, or a convention venue, as defined below. "Data center": A building with a controlled environment used for housing a large amount of electronic equipment, typically computers and communications equipment, for the purpose of creating a hosted computer environment. "Development Agreement": A contract duly executed and legally binding between the City of Vernon and a developer(s) pursuant to Government Code Section 65864 et seq.
"Drive-through or drive-up facilities": An establishment that sells products or provides services to occupants in vehicles, including drive-in or drive-up windows and drive-through services; examples include fast food restaurants, banks, and pharmacies. "Emergency shelter": Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 50801(e), a facility that provides immediate and short-term housing to homeless persons or families on a first-come, first-served basis where the individual(s) must vacate the facility each morning and have no guaranteed bed for the next night. No individual or household may be denied emergency shelter because of inability to pay. "Encouraged": A use permitted of right in the mixed-use zones and which, when combined with other encouraged uses, triggers incentives per Chapter 17.53. ...
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"First Amendment protected uses": Those uses with legal precedent to be protected by the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, specifically those uses constitutionally protected due to "freedom of association" in the form of intimate association ("intimate human relations") or expressive association ("engaging in those activities protected by the First Amendment—speech, assembly, petition for the redress of grievances, and the exercise of religion"). First Amendment protected uses shall include, but not be limited to, adult or sexually oriented businesses and tattoo parlors. "Fitness and recreational facilities": Buildings and facilities used for fitness and recreational purposes, including, but not limited to, cross-fit and rock-climbing gyms, dance and martial arts studios, skate parks, roller derby, and spectator-related events related thereto. "Freight terminal": Any lot, building, or portion thereof where goods or freight, excluding perishable goods, are transferred or redistributed from one vehicle to another; provided, however, that such use in connection with the operation of a warehouse use or cold storage warehouse shall not be deemed to be a freight terminal. A freight terminal shall not include any use involved in the storage of products for more than 72 hours. (For products stored longer than 72 hours, see "Warehouse use.")
"Fueling station": Any establishments engaged in the retail sale of gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuel, not including electric vehicle charging, lubricants, parts, and accessories, that may include accessory minor maintenance and repair of automobiles and light trucks, vans, or similar size vehicles (i.e., vehicles that have gross vehicle weights less than 10,000 pounds). Minor repair does include body and fender work. "Goods sales": Physical retail spaces where goods are sold. This includes warehouse stores and boutiques. "Hazardous waste facility": Any facility or location which has a primary function to store or process, treat, transfer, dispose of, or recycle all substances defined as hazardous waste, acutely hazardous waste, extremely hazardous waste, or biohazardous waste, as defined by the State of California in Chapter 6.5 of Division 20 of the Health and Safety Code or in any amendments to or recodifications thereof. The definition shall not include the storage, use, generation, recycling, or disposal of hazardous materials as a secondary effect, product, or input of a permitted use on the same lot as the permitted use. "Hotel": Any building containing two or more individual rooms or suites of rooms intended or designed to be used, or which are used, rented, or hired out to be occupied for sleeping or housing purposes by guests. Hotels include motels, boarding houses, rest homes, sanitariums, dormitories, hostels, and any other structure or building other than a residence or emergency shelter used for the housing or sleeping of humans. Co-living and executive apartment facilities are also included in this definition.
"Incidental use": A use that is in connection with a person's permitted use, as further described in Section 17.22.020(K), such as office space, design area or showroom space, that occupies more than 20% but less than 50% of the gross floor area occupied by the person's permitted use. Incidental use shall not include a retail use, but may include mail-order or internet sales in connection with a permitted use. "Industrial gas manufacturing": The separation of the constituents of air into liquid or gaseous form for storage, transport, or cylinder filling, and the distribution and sale of those products, as well as other related welding gases. "Industry / Industrial use": The manufacture or production of any saleable article, substance, or commodity, so long as the process adds substantial value to the article, substance, or commodity, and shall not include tasks primarily consisting of collecting, sorting, shipping, distributing, or inspecting goods from or in a warehouse or terminal. Industrial use includes uses ancillary to the manufacturing or production process, such as storage, use, generation, and disposal of hazardous materials (as defined in Federal and State laws and regulations) incidental to a manufacturing or production process; recycling incidental to a manufacturing or production process; and use of space for ancillary use. "Light industrial": Industrial uses that do not create smoke, gas, odor, dust, noise, vibration of earth, soot, lighting, or other similar output to a degree that is offensive when measured at the property line of the subject property. The facilities have an emphasis on activities other than manufacturing and typically have minimal office space. Typical light industrial activities include printing, material testing, and assembly of data processing equipment. These land uses are generally less than 50,000 square feet in gross floor area. Other examples include photographic processing shops, textiles, apparel and furniture upholstery, leather and leather products, appliance repair shops, and mechanical assembly cleaning. "Live/work": Units that combine a residential space and an adequate artistic, office or productive (work) space within the same unit. "Market": A physical storefront with a focus on selling food and drink for off-site preparation, including a farmers' market. "Media production studios": Studio space for media production activities including: storyboarding, photography, audio recording, video recording, post-production editing, sound design, and any other media production activity. ...
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"Minor Conditional Use Permit": A discretionary permit granted by the Director for certain uses of property not permitted of right because such uses require special review and may be subject to special conditions.
"Multifamily dwelling": A building or a portion of a building used and/or designed as residences for two or more households living independently of each other.

Apartments and condominium flats are multi-family dwellings while townhomes (attached single-family dwellings within a condominium parcel) are not considered multifamily dwellings.
"Nightlife": Establishments that primarily serve alcoholic beverages (not including restaurants that primarily serve food, and that also serve alcoholic beverages), including, without limitation, bars, breweries, taverns, lounges, and nightclubs. Nightlife shall not include an adult or sexually oriented business, even if it serves alcoholic beverages.
"Office manufacturing": A dual purpose space containing office spaces as well as spaces within which to manufacture goods, where manufacturing activities are directly related to and subservient to the office activities, such as design, engineering, testing, etc. Examples include R&D campuses and maker spaces. "Offices": Uses where professional, administrative, or common business services are provided and which are not ancillary uses or incidental uses as defined by this title, such as, but not limited to, real estate firms, medical and professional offices, stock brokerages, and bond and insurance firms. "Personal services": Personal care services provided in storefronts. These services include dry cleaners, beauty salons, fitness studios, barbers, dog groomers, nail salons, massage businesses and similar uses. Massage businesses are separately regulated by Chapter 17.108. "Petroleum refinery": An establishment or plant primarily engaged in producing gasoline, kerosene, distillate fuel oils, residual fuel oils, lubricants, and other products from crude petroleum and its fractionation products through straight distillation, redistillation, cracking, or other processes. "Petroleum-related use": An establishment or plant for the blending or processing of petroleum products but not including a petroleum refinery or petroleum storage facility. Petroleum-related use does not include storage of fuel as an ancillary use to a permitted use. "Petroleum storage facility": An establishment, including a tank farm, for keeping and storing gasoline, kerosene, distillate fuel oils, residual fuel oils, lubricants, and other petroleum products, but not including storage of fuel as an ancillary use. "Production retail": Retail uses with artisan or light industrial uses, where retail activities involve sale of the goods produced or processed on site. This includes production beverage, production fashion, production furniture, and commercial food production. "Public utilities": Facilities owned or operated by an entity that is not the City of Vernon, that is subject to governmental regulation such as the California Public Utilities Commission, and that provides an essential commodity or service such as water, power, transportation, or communication to the public. It shall include electrical substations, water or wastewater treatment plants, and similar facilities of public agencies or public utilities, but shall not include wireless facilities and property used solely for wireless communications, and related wireless transmission equipment. "Recycling facility": A facility that recycles used or waste materials, excluding hazardous waste, to convert and redistribute them, or a significant portion of them, as raw materials or to convert them and manufacture a product made wholly or partly from recycled materials, including a biodiesel facility. Recycling facility does not include recycling activities undertaken as an ancillary use to a permitted use. "Religious use": Use of a lot for religious assemblies, institutions, or structures. "Rendering plant": An establishment where one or more of the following items is cooked, melted down, extracted, clarified, or otherwise processed to produce oil, tallow, grease, fertilizer (other than fertilizer from manure), animal feed, or ash: carcasses of animals or fowl, dead animals or fowl, fish, blood, offal, bones, meat, animal or vegetable fat, feathers, food scraps or waste, and other animal, fowl, or fish byproducts. Rendering plant shall not include an establishment exclusively producing fats, oils, lard, or similar products for human consumption; nor, a rendering process in connection with and incidental to a slaughterhouse, abattoir, packing plant, or similar establishment producing food for human consumption. "Residence / Residential use": One or more rooms in a building managed or used as living quarters, including, without limitation: a building or buildings used as a single-family dwelling or a multifamily dwelling; a building or buildings used as a live-in treatment facility, substance abuse center, half-way house, or home for senior citizens, disabled persons, or other residential care facilities. Emergency shelter is specifically excluded from this definition. Residential use means the development and use of a property exclusively with a residence or residences, and any accessory uses or buildings customarily associated with a residence, such as, but not limited to, private recreational facilities, private open space, and on-site support facilities to residents of the property. ... ...

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City of Vernon - Title 17 Zoning: Permitted Use Summary VMC Title 17 Zoning Use Summary August 2026 Page 7
"Residential care facilities": Facilities providing 24-hour residential, assisted living, social and personal care for children, the elderly, and people with limited ability for self-care, such as board and care homes, children's homes, orphanages, rehabilitation centers, convalescent homes, nursing homes and similar facilities. "Restaurant": A food establishment that serves food to customers for consumption on-or off-premises, including fast-food and full-service dining establishments. It includes, but is not limited to, walk-up counters, coffee shops, cafes, pizza parlors, and dine-in establishments. "Single-family dwelling": A dwelling unit that is designed for occupancy by one household, located on a single parcel that does not contain any other dwelling unit (except an accessory dwelling unit, where permitted). Single-family dwellings include townhomes (attached single-family dwellings where no unit is located above or below), even when included within a condominium.
"Slaughtering": The industrial process of butchering animals and dressing and preparing the products of their carcasses for food or other purposes. "Solid waste facility": Any facility or location that stores, processes, or transfers solid waste as defined in California Public Resources Code Section 40191, or in any amendments to or recodifications of such statute, and related regulations. "Supportive housing": Housing with no limit on length of stay that is occupied by the target population as defined in California Health and Safety Code Section 50675.14, and that is linked to on-site or off-site services that assist tenants to retain the housing, improve their health status, maximize their ability to live, and when possible, to work in the community.
"Trade school": A facility or teaching unit designed to educate an adult on the skills needed to perform a specific job, apprentice education, and similar training. "Transitional housing": Temporary rental housing with length of stay that ranges between six months to two years for homeless individuals or families who are transitioning to permanent housing, operated under program requirements that call for the termination of assistance and recirculation of the assisted unit to another eligible program recipient at some predetermined future point in time. "Transportation-related use": Any use that is the same or similar to a freight terminal or truck terminal, or that supports the movement of goods or people, such as taxi dispatch. A transportation-related use shall not include a public street or railroad right-of-way. "Trash to energy facilities": The process of creating energy in the form of electricity or heat from waste conversion. "Truck terminal": Any lot, building, or portion of a lot or a building used primarily for the parking, storage, maintenance, repair, or servicing of highway-type vehicles carrying persons or property, including, but not limited to, trucks, buses, and cargo containers. Truck terminal does not include parking of vehicles in connection with a permitted use or repairing or maintaining vehicles used in connection with a permitted use on the same lot as the permitted use. "Warehouse use": A building or portion thereof used primarily for the storage of saleable goods or raw materials to be incorporated into saleable goods (including storage for distribution to other locations for wholesale or retail sale), but not including a cold storage warehouse. The storage of scrap materials shall not constitute a warehouse use.
"Wholesale use": A building or part of a building used primarily for the storage and distribution of merchandise that is sold in large volumes to retailers or other professional businesses, but not to a standard retail consumer. Wholesale use includes the storage and distribution of merchandise for more than 72 hours. The storage and sale of scrap materials shall not constitute a wholesale use. ...
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City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
From: Brian Saeki, City Administrator
Department: City Administration
Submitted by: Lilia Hernandez, Deputy City Administrator Subject
Emergency Donations to Nonprofit Organizations Responding to the Palos Warehouse Fire Recommendation
A. Find that providing financial support to nonprofit organizations responding to the Palos Warehouse Fire serves a public purpose and benefits Vernon area communities; and B. Approve and authorize emergency donations in the amount of $10,000 each ($30,000 in total) to 1) InnerCity Struggle; 2) Labor Community Services Los Angeles; and 3) Proyecto Pastoral at Dolores Mission, nonprofit organizations that have provided aid to families and individuals affected by the Palos Warehouse Fire, and authorize the City Administrator to execute any related documentation to facilitate the donations.

Background
The structural fire at the Lineage, Inc., cold storage facility in Boyle Heights on June 17, 2026 (Palos Warehouse Fire) had significant immediate impacts on the residents and businesses in the area. On June 20, 2026, Governor Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency to exist in Los Angeles County due to the Palos Warehouse Fire.

Given the proximity of the Lineage facility to Vernon, effective June 20, 2026, Mayor Melissa Ybarra, acting as the Chief Executive Officer of the Vernon Disaster Council, also issued a Proclamation of Local Emergency declaring the existence of an emergency in the City of Vernon.

The proclamation was ratified by the Vernon City Council via Resolution No. 2026-034 on June 23, 2026 and subsequently renewed on July 21, 2026 due to the persisting impacts of the Palos Warehouse Fire on the local community.

The aftermath of the fire incident continues to burden nearby communities nearly two months later. Because of the smoke released by the fire over several days, the millions of pounds of decomposing food inside the facility, and the increase in vermin and flies, concerns about air quality, environmental hazards, and public health remain prevalent today. Accordingly, the City Council will again consider renewing the Proclamation of Local Emergency (via Resolution No. 2026-034) at its meeting on August 18, 2026.

To address the many urgent needs of the impacted community, government agencies and nonprofit organizations have mobilized to support relief efforts. The City has received emergency funding requests from several nonprofit organizations that are directly engaged with residents and businesses facing significant hardship, and providing aid to those most affected by the Palos Warehouse Fire. InnerCity Struggle, Labor Community Services Los Angeles, and Proyecto Pastoral at Dolores Mission are seeking donations from the City to supplement their ongoing work. Additional funding will help mitigate the Palos Warehouse Fire’s impacts in Boyle Heights and throughout the broader region of southeast Los Angeles (SELA) and will expedite the provision of services and goods during this challenging time. ...
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InnerCity Struggle
InnerCity Struggle (ICS) is a 32-year-old non-profit organization based in Boyle Heights. Located less than a mile from the Lineage facility, the site of the Palos Warehouse Fire, ICS was one of the first community-based organizations to respond to the crisis and support the impacted area.

ICS has focused on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) distribution, mutual aid distribution, organizing, access to health services, and advocacy, taking a frontline role in protecting residents as odors, respiratory distress, and pest infestations continue to affect nearby households.

Additionally, the organization has helped shape small business stabilization and long-term environmental justice reforms, uplifting community voices to drive recovery decisions.

Labor Community Services Los Angeles
Labor Community Services (LCS) is a nonprofit organization with a long history of responding to emergencies and disasters throughout Southern California. LCS has consistently worked alongside public agencies, labor organizations, community-based partners, and elected officials to provide timely and effective relief to families and workers in need. The organization has been committed to reinforcing the collective Palos Warehouse Fire response, activating its worker-relief and emergency-assistance infrastructure to provide food assistance for over 800 families and a full pallet of N95 face masks to impacted community members. LCS’ current activities fall into two major categories: Emergency food and essential supply distribution and worker support and resource navigation.

Proyecto Pastoral at Dolores Mission
Proyecto Pastoral (Proyecto) is a nonprofit organization that has served the Boyle Heights community for more than 40 years providing programs in education, youth development, leadership, housing, and workforce development. In response to the Palos Warehouse Fire, Proyecto has focused on immediate, family-level assistance, especially for vulnerable residents, establishing a Fire Relief Fund to provide direct financial aid to those impacted by the incident.

Assistance is available for rent and temporary lodging, healthcare expenses, and other essential needs – Proyecto has received nearly 200 applications from families. The nonprofit’s role centers on direct service, family stabilization, and community resilience and Proyecto has mobilized its existing programs to connect residents to medical and social services, and is advocating for housing, food support, and environmental testing and accountability.

To evaluate the requests for support and vet the aforementioned nonprofit organizations, staff consulted with Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc. (JRG), a firm with extensive experience in grant administration and considerable knowledge of community-based nonprofit organizations serving the region. In summary, JRG’s assessment of the collective organizations’ support for the Palos Warehouse Fire emergency response is that their work has been timely, effective, and impactful.

Together, ICS, LCS, and Proyecto help:
• Sustain a unified, communitywide response that integrates advocacy, emergency assistance, and direct family support
• Coordinate efforts with Eastside and Boyle Heights partners to ensure critical resources reach the most impacted populations
• Disperse accurate information to residents to allow their participation in shaping the community’s recovery
• Offer trusted leadership to advocate for environmental justice, worker protection, and family stabilization
All three of the nonprofit organizations noted above rapidly mobilized after the fire and were critical to the urgent provision of aid and resources for the community. These nonprofits were ...
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able to leverage their existing partner networks within the affected areas to immediately and efficiently address the spike in community need, augmenting the response efforts of local government agencies. Providing financial support to ICS, LCS, and Proyecto would serve a public purpose, as the organizations would be equipped to further effectuate long-term recovery in the Vernon area communities impacted by the Palos Warehouse Fire.

Staff proposes donation amounts of $10,000 for each of the organizations; however, City Council has full discretion to determine the donation value (if any). Based on feedback from ICS, LCS, Proyecto, and JRG, a $10,000 donation would provide significant funds to administer food assistance, essential supplies, and specialized services to hundreds of residents and workers.

Any donation from the City would extend relief efforts for additional days or weeks and enable opportunities for recovery.

If donations to the organizations are approved by City Council, the City Administrator would be authorized to take actions to facilitate the distribution of funds, including the execution of related agreements or Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) that would formalize the City’s financial support and the organizations’ use of funds to support families in need. Any such agreement would be subject to review and approval as-to-form by the City Attorney.

Strategic Plan Goals
Goal 1: Strengthen City Credibility and Partnerships
Fiscal Impact
Approval of this action requires an appropriation of $30,000 for community support in response to the Palos Warehouse Fire in General Fund, City Administration, Emergency Management Services Account No. 011-010-105-529400 and Project No. HLTH260004-5004 from the General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance.

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