Vernon City Council
August 18, 2026

SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF VERNON AND JEMMOTT ROLLINS GROUP, INC. FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES FOR VERNON

COMMUNITY FUND GRANT ACTIVITIES

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Contractor: Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc.

Responsible Principal of Contractor: Fran Jemmott, Principal Notice Information - Contractor: Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc. 5443 Overdale Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90043
Attn: Fran Jemmott, Principal
Telephone: (213) 509-1032
Email: [email protected]
Notice Information - City: City of Vernon
4305 Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, CA 90058
Attention: Brian Saeki, City Administrator
Telephone: (323) 583-8811 ext. 228
Email: [email protected]
Commencement Date: August 15, 2026
Termination Date: August 14, 2031
Consideration: Total not to exceed $330,000 (includes
all applicable sales tax); and more
particularly described in Exhibit B
Records Retention Period Three (3) years, pursuant to Section

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SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF VERNON AND JEMMOTT ROLLINS GROUP, INC. FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES FOR VERNON

COMMUNITY FUND GRANT ACTIVITIES
This Agreement is made between the City of Vernon, a California charter City and California municipal corporation (“City”), and Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc., a California corporation (“Contractor”).

The City and Contractor agree as follows:

1.0 EMPLOYMENT OF CONTRACTOR. City agrees to engage Contractor to perform the services as hereinafter set forth as authorized by the City Council on August 18, 2026

2.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES.

2.1 Contractor shall perform all work necessary to complete the services set forth in the City’s Request for Proposals issued on or about June 8, 2026, and titled RFP for Administrative Support Services for Vernon CommUNITY FUND Grant Activities, and Contractor's proposal to the City ("Proposal") dated June 23, 2026, Exhibit “A”, a copy which is attached to and incorporated into this Agreement by reference.

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

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

3.0 PERSONNEL.

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

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

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

4.0 TERM.

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The term of this Agreement shall commence on August 15, 2026, and it shall continue until August 14, 2031, unless terminated at an earlier date pursuant to the provisions thereof.

5.0 COMPENSATION AND FEES.

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

5.2 Contractor's grand total compensation for the entire term of this Agreement, shall not exceed $330,000 without the prior authorization of the City, as appropriate, and written amendment of this Agreement.

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

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

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

5.4.2 Approved reproduction charges.

5.4.3 Actual costs and/or other costs and/or payments specifically authorized in advance in writing and incurred by Contractor in the performance of this Agreement.

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

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

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

6.0 PAYMENT.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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hired, non-owned auto endorsement to the General Liability policy is acceptable.

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

10.2 Commercial General Liability Insurance – Contractor shall carry General Liability Insurance covering all operations performed by or on behalf of the Contractor providing coverage for bodily injury and property damage with a single limit of not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence and two million dollars ($2,000,000) general aggregate limit written on an Insurance Services Office (ISO) Comprehensive General Liability "occurrence" Form CG 00 01 or its equivalent for coverage on an occurrence basis. The City of Vernon, its directors, commissioners, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers must be endorsed on the policy as additional insureds with respect to liability arising out of the Contractor's performance of this Agreement. The additional insured coverage under the Contractor’s policy shall be primary and noncontributory and will not seek contribution from the City’s insurance. The policy shall be endorsed to include a waiver of subrogation.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

11.0 GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

11.1 INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR.

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11.1.1 It is understood that in the performance of the services herein provided for, Contractor shall be, and is, an independent contractor, and is not an agent, officer or employee of City and shall furnish such services in its own manner and method except as required by this Agreement, or any applicable statute, rule, or regulation.

Further, Contractor has and shall retain the right to exercise full control over the employment, direction, compensation and discharge of all persons employed by Contractor in the performance of the services hereunder. City assumes no liability for Contractor’s actions and performance, nor assumes responsibility for taxes, bonds, payments, or other commitments, implied or explicit, by or for Contractor. Contractor shall be solely responsible for, and shall indemnify, defend and save City harmless from all matters relating to the payment of its employees, subcontractors and independent contractors, including compliance with social security, withholding and all other wages, salaries, benefits, taxes, exactions, and regulations of any nature whatsoever.

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

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

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

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Agreement. Contractor may make duplicate copies of such materials and documents for its own files or for such other purposes as may be authorized in writing by the City.

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

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

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

11.7 SUCCESSORS. This Agreement shall inure to the benefit of, and shall be binding upon, the parties hereto and their respective heirs, successors, and/or assigns.

11.8 NO ASSIGNMENT. Contractor shall not assign or transfer this Agreement or any rights hereunder without the prior written consent of the City and approval by the City Attorney, which may be withheld in the City's sole discretion. Any unauthorized assignment or transfer shall be null and void and shall constitute a material Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc.

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breach by the Contractor of its obligations under this Agreement. No assignment shall release the original parties from their obligations or otherwise constitute a novation.

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

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

11.11 INTERPRETATION.

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

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

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

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

11.11.5 Order of Precedence. In case of conflict between the terms of this Agreement and the terms contained in any document attached as an Exhibit or otherwise incorporated by reference, the terms of this Agreement shall strictly prevail.

The terms of the City’s Request for Proposals shall control over the Contractor’s Proposal.

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

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

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

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

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

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

If to the City:

City of Vernon
Attention: Brian Saeki, City Administrator
4305 Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, CA 90058
If to the Contractor:

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Attention: Fran Jemmott, Principal
5443 Overdale Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90043
Any such notice shall be deemed to have been given upon delivery, if personally delivered, or, if mailed, upon receipt, or upon expiration of three (3) business days from the date of posting, whichever is earlier. Either party may change the address at which it desires to receive notice upon giving written notice of such request to the other party.

11.16 NO THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. This Agreement is entered into for the sole benefit of City and Contractor and no other parties are intended to be direct or incidental beneficiaries of this Agreement and no third party shall have any right or remedy in, under, or to this Agreement.

11.17 TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE (Without Cause). City may terminate this Agreement in whole or in part at any time, for any cause or without cause, upon fifteen (15) calendar days' written notice to Contractor. If the Agreement is thus terminated by City for reasons other than Contractor's failure to perform its obligations, City shall pay Contractor a prorated amount based on the services satisfactorily completed and accepted prior to the effective date of termination. Such payment shall be Contractor's exclusive remedy for termination without cause.

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

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

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

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11.20 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION OF RECORDS.

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

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

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

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

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

11.22 HEADINGS. Paragraphs and subparagraph headings contained in this Agreement are included solely for convenience and are not intended to modify, explain or to be a full or accurate description of the content thereof and shall not in any way affect the meaning or interpretation of this Agreement.

11.23 ENFORCEMENT OF WAGE AND HOUR LAWS. Eight hours labor constitutes a legal day's work. The Contractor, or subcontractor, if any, shall forfeit twenty-five dollars ($25) for each worker employed in the execution of this Agreement by the respective Contractor or subcontractor for each calendar day during which the worker is required or permitted to work more than 8 hours in any one calendar day and 40 hours in any one calendar week in violation of the provisions of Sections 1810 through 1815 of the California Labor Code as a penalty paid to the City; provided, however, work performed by employees of contractors in excess of 8 hours per day, and Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc.

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40 hours during any one week, shall be permitted upon compensation for all hours worked in excess of 8 hours per day at not less than 1½ times the basic rate of pay.

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

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

CONTRACTOR'S PROPOSAL
5443 Overdale Drive, 90043 | Tel. 323-293-7074 | www.jemmottrollinsgroup.net June 23, 2026
City of Vernon
4305 Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, CA 90058
Attention: Brian Saeki, City Administrator
Telephone: (323) 583-8811 ext. 228
Email: [email protected]
Dear Mr. Saeki,
On behalf of the Jemmott/Rollins Group, Inc, we are pleased to submit a proposal in response to your RFP for “Administrative Support Services for Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Activities.” This proposal will remain valid for a period of 90 days through September 30th, 2026.

As City of Vernon’s current contractor for the Vernon CommUNITY Fund, we remain committed to our strong partnership and to delivering high-quality management services derived from over 50 years combined experience in ethical grant-making, grants management best practices, and charitable funds administration.

Please feel free to contact me or James Hull, Operations Manager, at (323) 293-7074 ([email protected])
Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Frances E. Jemmott
Principle & CEO
[email protected]
(213) 509-1032
James Hull
Operations Manager
[email protected]
(323) 293 7074
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Contents
A. Introduction ................................................................................................................................................ 3 B. General Scope of Work ............................................................................................................................... 4 Strategic Planning .................................................................................................................................... 4 Management and Coordination ................................................................................................................ 4 Public Relations and Communications ..................................................................................................... 5 Information Technology and Technical Assistance .................................................................................. 5 C. Work Plan ................................................................................................................................................... 5 D. Fees and Costs ............................................................................................................................................ 6 E. Ability of the Proposer to Perform ............................................................................................................. 6 Exhibit A: Affidavit of Non-Collusion ............................................................................................................. 8 Exhibit B: Resumes .......................................................................................................................................... 9

1. Fran Jemmott, Principal/CEO ................................................................................................................ 9

2. James Hull, Operations Manager ........................................................................................................ 11 Exhibit C: Consultant Profiles ....................................................................................................................... 13

1. Jonathan Macaranas, Grant Analyst ................................................................................................... 13

2. Lanette Jimerson, Scholarship Application Analyst............................................................................ 14 Exhibit D: Document Samples ....................................................................................................................... 17

1. Writing Samples, Fran Jemmott .......................................................................................................... 17

2. Writing Samples, James Hull ............................................................................................................... 20

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A. Introduction
Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc. (JRG) proposes to assist the City in managing the operations essential to the efficient and effective management of the Vernon CommUNITY Fund (VCF). The VCF is distinguished by its grounding in an ordinance approved by the City Council that clearly expresses the charitable intent of City of Vernon (COV, City) to support non-profits and other municipalities as a commitment of good government. Ordinance No. 1218 speaks to the importance of the City’s commitment to share with residents of other communities the benefits derived from the history and generosity of businesses in Vernon, established as a municipality in 1905.

JRG has had the privilege of assisting the City of Vernon since 2014 with the design and implementation of the grantmaking and scholarship programs. Our team understands the need to provide best-in-class support that ensures the VCF resources will be put to their best and highest purposes. JRG is committed to further support of VCF with both the grantmaking recommendations to community-based non-profit organizations and to applicants for the scholarship program In response to the RFP released on June 8, 2026, JRG proposes support to the City of Vernon and the VCF Grants Committee through the following approach:
 Outreach to encourage qualified applicants to apply for grants and scholarship support  Host periodic grantseeker workshops to provide technical assistance to potential applicants  Convene “Meet the Grantmaker” workshops at City Hall to increase opportunities for grantees to meet and apply to other philanthropic organizations
 Conduct due diligence and site visits to certify funds requested will be used for their proposed purpose
 Maintain a level playing field and inclusive approach to screening applicants  Deliver assessments that outline the benefits of each proposed grant, as well as any risks associated with applications
 Review and assess scholarship applications and make recommendations  Maintain necessary technical platforms, processes, digital documentation and recordkeeping  Promote efforts that provide public recognition of the City of Vernon and its businesses in support of charitable efforts
 Ensure a high level of collaboration with City of Vernon administrative staff involved in the Vernon CommUNITY Fund effort
 Strive to demonstrate at all times the privilege and honor it is for JRG to support this very worthy effort.

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B. General Scope of Work
Strategic Planning
 Ensure that each grant docket has been meticulously prepared and includes essential content for the VCF Grant Committee to make informed and effective decisions.  Review each grant request received to verify that the applicant meets basic qualifications: has legitimate non-profit/tax-exempt status or valid fiscal sponsorship by a qualified non-profit; serves residents of the designated VCF catchment area; provides evidence of capacity to plan and implement work proposed in the grant application; distinguishes between project and core operating requests and provides applicable budget justification; and meets the priorities set forth in the Ordinance establishing the VCF.
 Consult with City Administration on issues that arise in reviewing applications or requests by applicants/grantees.
 Ensure qualified consultant expertise for all aspects of due diligence for grants and scholarships  Provide necessary partnership and management assistance to the Vernon City Administration and to the VCF Grant Committee to determine any changes needed to support applicants in determining the amount of funding available.
 Where appropriate, identify and connect grantees to other relevant funding sources Management and Coordination
 Maintain open and clear lines of communication with City of Vernon staff, assuring complete transparency in our operations and rationale for recommendations.  Develop and adhere to schedules that are responsive to public notices and calendars of City of Vernon staff with whom we work most closely.
 Hold ourselves accountable to the highest levels of trust and discretion in all aspects of our work with the City of Vernon and its constituents in all matters regarding the VCF.  Provide high-quality, forward-facing materials for distribution to the public and on digital platforms.
 Provide essential materials for the VCF Grant Committee  Prepare all materials related to the grants docket.
 Conduct due diligence in reviewing each recommended grant to assure qualifications, including financial documents, legal standing as a charitable entity, board of directors, conflicts of interest, areas served and populations served, value to the community, and value added to the VCF.  Analyze and offer comparative value/benefit of recommended grant against amount of request, funds available in the VCF, activities to be supported, and contributory support from other funders and organizational fundraising efforts.

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 Encourage grant applicants to consider appropriate ways of recognizing City of Vernon’s contribution to their efforts.
 Develop rating scales and review protocols for scholarship applications and make recommendations based on availability of funds and collaboration with Vernon officials  Serve as a central resource for all inquiries to explain and respond to all matters related to the VCF Grant Committee docket.
 Understand and practice appropriate protocols in all public meetings relative to our role as contracted management assistants to City of Vernon staff.

Public Relations and Communications
 Assist City of Vernon in efforts to promote grantees and their work as well as scholarship recipients and their achievements.
 Assist grantees in their understanding of the City of Vernon as a community supporter and messages appropriate to describing COV as a good neighbor.  Assist community organizations and the VCF Grant Committee members in learning about opportunities to meet, attend events, and put a personal face on the VCF throughout the catchment area.
 Attend, if requested by the City of Vernon, and speak on behalf of the VCF at significant events.

Information Technology and Technical Assistance
 Act as principal custodian for the Vernon CommUNITY Fund web page.  Prepare and provide visual aids for meetings of the VCF Grant Committee.  Coordinate with IT personnel at City of Vernon to support meetings.  Manage database of applicants, grantees, grant documents, and key contacts.

C. Work Plan
JRG offices are open four days a week from 9:30 am until 4:30 pm, staffed by the CEO and operations manager. To accomplish our mission, we maintain a bench of well-qualified consultants that assist with due diligence, site visits, and presentations at Grant Committee meetings.

JRG values and operating standards align with those of organized philanthropy and grantmaking organizations. We employ concepts, proven best practices, and programmatic learnings from our position in the local field of philanthropic practitioners, from our routine review and participation in learning opportunities of Southern California Grantmakers, and from subscriptions to Non-Profit Quarterly, BoardSource, and other sources of inspiration and practice reform. We provide an advantage to grantees Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc.

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of the Vernon CommUNITY Fund by forming and sustaining relationships that sometimes lead to other funding sources.

This document proposes to continue our efforts in maintaining e-mail and phone contact with applicants and grantees; providing informal technical assistance to support problem solving; and by maintaining a strong working relationship with the City of Vernon Administrative Staff.

D. Fees and Costs
Full cost of the contract to JRG: $66,000 billable monthly for 12 months at $5500 per month to fulfill the scope of work in Section D of this document.

E. Ability of the Proposer to Perform
Project Team (Resumes attached, see Exhibit B)
Fran Jemmott/Project Leader
Provide overall executive management oversight and responsibility; develop and promote grantmaking practices and standards; engage organizations and leaders; conduct due diligence and site visits; brief VCF Chair; facilitate meetings (see Exhibit D.1 for writing sample)
James Hull/IT Manager
Manage all VCF data collection and dissemination; develop quarterly reports for VCF; collect and monitor grantee reports; manage communication lines for VCF; maintain and administer digital platform and documents; compile and prepare grant recommendation write-ups for grant dockets (see Exhibit D.2 for writing sample) Dr. Lanette Jimerson
Provide management assistance in the review and assessment of scholarship applications and ensure that appropriate educational standards and practices are exercised in recommending awards.

As previously stated, JRG offers extensive experience in grantmaking and administration of all charitable grants-related protocols. Our staff and long-term consultant partners provide a deep bench in all aspects of reviewing grant applications; capacity to fairly and thoroughly evaluate applicants using standards and best practices of high-performing grant-making organizations; undertake due diligence on applicants, including follow-up reporting on grants awarded.

Since 2014, we have provided assistance to the City of Vernon in implementing the current VCF operations and priorities. We assisted the original Vernon City Administration and legal consultants in developing the Ordinance and operating procedures, provided support to develop the website portal for applications/tracking grants, and have made necessary modifications to accommodate conditions that arose with financial management and work diligently to incorporate recommendations of the VCF Grant Committee. In addition, JRG participated in the conceptualization and roll out of the Scholarship Fund.

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Our current consultation contracts with large grantmaking operations include:

The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation
Innovative Collaborative to Impact Homelessness
Project Manager
Kristin Aldana Taday, Program Officer
Please feel free to contact any of the above for references.

Contract/grantmaking reference:

Denise Jackson,
Deputy Chief of Staff to LA City Council President, Marqueece Harris-Dawson [email protected]
(213) 473-7008
City Hall Office
200 N. Spring St. Room 450
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Corporate reference:

Alicia Procello
Vice President,
Corporate Social Responsibility
and President of Avery Dennison Foundation
[email protected]
(626) 319-1508
JRG is a minority- and woman-owned for-profit S Corporation with a staff of four full-time and part-time employees and annual revenue of $580,000. We comply with all federal and state labor laws, including provision of a living wage with a minimum of $22.00 per hour to all staff. JRG is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender or gender preference, or any class protected by law.

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Frances E. Jemmott
Principal/CEO
Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc.

Frances E. Jemmott is a senior nonprofit, philanthropic, and social justice leader with more than forty years of experience building organizational capacity, strengthening community leadership, and advancing equity-centered systems change.

She is the Founder, Principal, and CEO of Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc., a Black womanowned management assistance consulting firm based in South Los Angeles. Since 2003, she has led the firm in providing strategic planning, organizational assessment, capacity building, fund development, board and staff development, facilitation, technical assistance, and training for foundations, public agencies, and community-based organizations.

Her leadership impact centers on bridging philanthropy and grassroots organizations, guiding multi-year initiatives, supporting nonprofit infrastructure, and helping organizations navigate growth, transition, and executive change. Major partners and clients include the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Casey Family Programs, SCOPE, Blue Shield of California Foundation, Social Action Partners / Building Healthy Communities, California Community Foundation, Liberty Hill Foundation, The California Endowment, and others.

Earlier in her career, she held leadership roles with The California Wellness Foundation, UCLA’s California Self-Help Center, the New York City Self-Help Clearinghouse, City University of New York / National Self-Help Center, and New York University’s New Careers Development Center. Her career highlights include managing multimillion-dollar philanthropic initiatives, directing statewide research and demonstration projects, developing national training curricula, supporting 35 implementation sites, training more than 500 staff, and managing programs serving approximately 30,000 callers annually.

She attended Howard University and pursued professional development through UCLA Anderson Managers Training and the National Society for Training Development. Her recognition includes being named a Senior Fellow at the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs, receiving the Humanitarian Award for Social Justice from Peace Over Violence, and receiving the Founders Award from Liberty Hill Foundation.

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Frances E. Jemmott
Principal/CEO
Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc.

Key achievements:
 Founded and leads Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc., a Black woman-owned consulting firm serving foundations, public agencies, and community-based organizations.  Built a more than 40-year career in nonprofit leadership, philanthropy, capacity building, community organizing, and social justice systems change.  Led strategic planning, organizational assessment, board and staff development, fund development, facilitation, and customized training for equity-focused organizations.
 Designed and implemented the Strong Field Project, a four-year, multi-milliondollar Blue Shield of California Foundation initiative to strengthen California’s domestic violence field.
 Founded Social Action Partners, an independent nonprofit focused on strengthening infrastructure in low-income communities of color.
 Served as South Los Angeles Hub Convener for Building Healthy Communities.  Served as interim managing director for a Los Angeles social justice organization with a $2 million budget, 23 staff, and five direct reports.  Developed advocacy and community leadership curriculum for Casey Family Programs, supporting implementation in 35 U.S. sites and training more than 500 agency staff.
 Managed $3 million in annual grantmaking at The California Wellness Foundation and helped design a five-year, $20 million Children and Youth Community Health Initiative.
 Directed the California Self-Help Center at UCLA, managing a $1 million annual budget, 17 staff and volunteers, and referral services reaching approximately 30,000 callers annually.
 Recognized as a Senior Fellow at UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs.  Received numerous awards including:

Humanitarian Award for Social Justice from Peace Over Violence Founders Award from Liberty Hill Foundation
Gary Stewart Philanthropy Award (with Bernard Rollins) from Community Coalition
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JAMES HULL
(562) 235-0786 • [email protected] • Torrance, CA

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Technology and administrative support professional with extensive experience supporting nonprofit, government, and business operations. Combines strong customer service, technical support, database management, web administration, and systems maintenance skills. Proven ability to troubleshoot technical issues, manage information systems, coordinate projects, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Recognized for adaptability, professionalism, and the ability to learn and implement new technologies quickly.

EDUCATION
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Science
Los Angeles Southwest College
Computer Science Coursework

CORE COMPETENCIES
• Technical Support & Troubleshooting
• Customer Service & User Support
• Database Administration
• Website Maintenance
• Systems & Network Support
• Grant Administration Support
• Report Development & Data Analysis
• Document Management
• Project Coordination
• Process Improvement
• Training & User Assistance
• Graphic Design & Marketing Support

TECHNICAL SKILLS
Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, MacOS
Programming & Scripting: PHP, Python, JavaScript/jQuery, SQL, C#, C/C++, Perl, CSS Software & Platforms: Microsoft Office Suite/Google Docs, Visual Studio, Adobe Creative Suite, GitHub, Apache Web Server
Database & Web Technologies: SQL Databases, Website Administration, Content Management, Web Development
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Administrative & Technical Support Specialist
JEMMOTT ROLLINS GROUP, INC.

July 2012-Present
Los Angeles, CAt
• Maintain and support grant application website and associated database. • Provide technical support for systems, networks, and office technology. • Coordinate meetings and communications with municipal staff, grantees, and partner organizations.
• Review, organize, and prepare grant applications, grant recommendations, and supporting documentation for committee evaluation.
• Produce reports, promotional materials, sponsorship advertisements, and presentation materials. • Assist with technology implementation, troubleshooting, and operational process improvements. • Support data management, document control, and administrative operations across multiple projects.

Administrative Support / IT Support Technician

SOCIAL ACTION PARTNERS
July 2012-June 2019
Los Angeles, CA
• Provided technical and administrative support for organizational programs and events. • Installed, configured, and maintained computer systems, networks, and A/V equipment. • Prepared, formatted, and managed documents and materials for workshops and other community programs.
• Assisted staff by troubleshooting hardware, software, and connectivity issues. • Supported day-to-day technology operations and infrastructure maintenance.

Field Operations Clerk
U.S. CENSUS BUREAU
March 2010 –August 2010
Lynwood, CA
• Processed and maintained operational records supporting census field activities. • Generated reports and documentation using the Federal Operations Control System. • Coordinated materials and assignments for field enumerators and supervisory staff. • Performed quality assurance reviews, ensuring accuracy of operational data.

Administrative Support / Consumer Sales Liaison

MASS MOVEMENT INCORPORATED
August 2005 –June 2009
Gardena, CA
• Coordinated order routing and delivery scheduling throughout California, Arizona, and areas of Washington
• Managed inventory database accuracy, reporting, and data maintenance. • Served as liaison between manufacturers, management, clients, and distribution partners. • Supported quality assurance initiatives and process improvement efforts. • Generated operational reports and maintained business records.

Graphic Artist / Web Administrator

LOKER UNIVERSITY STUDENT UNION
September 1999 –June 2004
Carson, CA
• Designed advertising, promotional, and marketing materials for campus programs and events. • Produced layout, design, and publication materials for organizational newsletters. • Developed and maintained organizational website content and structure. • Performed computer system maintenance, upgrades, and technical support. • Utilized industry-standard design and publishing software to support communications initiatives.

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Jonathan Macaranas
Jemmott/Rollins Group (JRG)Consultant Profile
 Grant review analyst with JRG since 2015 with emphasis on budget and finances, analysis of IRS form 990, organizational values and track records.
 Grant review experience includes vetting nonprofit applications for the City of Vernon’s CommUNITY Fund and assessing applicant alignment with community benefit priorities.  Supported JRG contract deliverables for Reimagine Los Angeles LA City Council District 8 Community Grant Fund as well as LA Care’s Equity and Resilience grantmaking program  Experience partnering with nonprofits, consulting agencies, small businesses, tech firms, and community change agents to address affordable housing, community health, economic revitalization, public education, and small business technical assistance.  Strong capacity-building, coaching, and equity, diversity, and inclusion expertise, with a focus on strengthening organizations serving marginalized communities.  Grant review experience includes vetting nonprofit applications for the City of Vernon’s CommUNITY Fund and assessing applicant alignment with community benefit priorities.  Organizational financial analysis experience includes developing strategic fundraising plans for California nonprofit homeless services providers and community advocacy groups, as well as conducting market segmentation analyses for nonprofit fundraising technology platforms.  Cultural competence demonstrated through leadership and advisory roles with Asian American, Pacific Islander, immigrant-serving, and community-based organizations across multiple regions.
 As a consultant with JRG, refreshed Workforce Equity Strategic Plan for Multnomah County Government, contributing equity-centered planning and stakeholder-informed strategy development.
 Board and philanthropic leadership include service with the Center for the Pacific Asian Family and Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy.  Community engagement spans partnerships with Asian Counseling and Referral Service, Asian Americans Advancing Justice, National Coalition for Asian Pacific American Community Development, Orange County Asian Pacific Islander Community Alliance, and Search to Involve Pilipino Americans.
 Cross-cultural experience shaped by being raised in Hawaii, early involvement in Polynesian cultural dance, and later Navy service at Pearl Harbor coordinating volunteer activities with local nonprofits and military families.

Macaranas was awarded twice the US Naval Achievement Medal for superior accomplishments above and beyond assigned duties. He has guest-lectured on nonprofits, foundations and philanthropy at CSULA, Pepperdine University, UCLA and other institutions of higher education.

Macaranas is a published poet, a sports enthusiast, a classically trained musician, and an avid outdoorsman; he can often be found participating in various community roundtables and volunteering with nonprofits.

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Lanette Jimerson
3459 Morcom Ave
Oakland, CA 94619
[email protected]
LinkedIn
Education:

Ph.D. Education, University of California, Berkeley
M.A. Education, University of California, Berkeley
B.A. English, California State University, Hayward
Work Experience:

Writing Coordinator
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
December 2024-May 2026
Provided writing workshop facilitation and one-on-one writing feedback to educators seeking national board certification. Planned and implemented annual three-day writing retreat.

Grant Management Consultant
Jemmott-Rollins Group (JRG)
Los Angeles, California
October 2023-April 2024
Provided grant management for the Community Coalition Prevention Network Capacity Building Program. The network served 15 nonprofit leaders in the Los Angeles County area. Key management tasks were:

Business Development Consultant
Higher Ground Neighborhood Development Corporation
Oakland, California
August 2023-present
Serve as a thinker partner to the director of Higher Ground to expand the organization’s services.

Central to this goal is re-configuring the board, streamlining operations, and defining core services.

Support the planning and writing of a $500,000 Clean Air Grant.

Education Specialist Consultant
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, California
June 2021-October 2023
Provide guidance on appropriate strategies to design and integrate adult learners into a webbased platform designed to support collaboration between county of education leaders, university personnel and faculty, and teacher leaders across the state of California.

To meet this goal, I met weekly with the web developer, web designer, and graduate researchers.

Also conducted user experience activities to ensure that functionality of the platform was intuitive to users.

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Business Development Consultant
Oakland Native’s Give Back
Oakland, California
November 2020-February 2023
Revise Oakland Native’s Give Back business plan to add more aligned national research for its core absenteeism program. Key to revision of business plan was the inclusion of value propositions aligned to the concerns of key stakeholders, data on the cost-savings from reduced absenteeism, pricing strategy, and development plan.

As a result of the revised business plan, Oakland Native’s Give Back was able to submit and secure a $1.4 million grant to reduce absenteeism within the Oakland Unified School District.

The framework of the grant was also leveraged by the Oakland Public Education Fund to secure $5.5 million from the state of California to fund 12 community-based organizations to partner in reducing student absenteeism.

Grant Writing Consultant
AfroCentric Oakland
Oakland, California,
July 2021-July 2022
Write grant and budget narratives for AfroCentric’s Juneteenth Festival. Ensure proposal and budget aligns to grant guidelines.

Grant Development Consultant
Jemmott-Rollins Group (JRG)
Los Angeles, California
April 2022-January 2023
Provided grant writing technical assistance to non-profit leaders seeking to apply to the Los Angeles Council District 8's $4.2 million funding. Key tasks included evaluating final grant proposal for funding viability, meeting with executive director to ensure full compliance with state registration requirements, board procedures, and budget allocation such that each organization requested the maximum fund amount available based on organization's annual revenue.

Led a two-hour grant writing workshop focused on clarifying objectives, providing appropriate evidence of capacity, and justifying budget items.

Literacy Consultant
Literacy Design Collaborative (LDC)
New York, New York
August 2021-January 2023
Design and implement a scorer training for educators to score writing samples from students in grades 9-12. Process included identifying key benchmark papers, designing calibration assessment, partnering with online scoring platform service provider, facilitating scorer training, and providing outcomes to LDC.

Provide research guidance to LDC staff to frame the middle school writing initiative. Research guidance included evidence-based strategies for calibrating teachers, aligning writing instruction to standards, and training facilitators to improve programmatic engagement.

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Writing and Technology Consultant
Elev8te Training Program
Columbus, Ohio
November 2019-December 2020
Design and deliver a writing course for participants in a workforce development training program.

Differentiate writing activities for the program management and software testing pathways. Provide technical training on facilitating online meetings for participants. Key aspects were utilizing Zoom for presenting information, effective communication skills for presenting information and designing and presenting data charts.

Literacy Consultant
RT Fisher and Associates
Hayward, California
January 2009-February 2022
Serve as a literacy specialist for the California Statewide Afterschool Learning Initiative.

Provide professional development workshop for educators attending the annual African American Regional Educational Alliances conference.

Deliver keynote talk to attendees of the 2022 African American Regional Educational Alliance conference.

Design writing curriculum for The QUAD afterschool programming.

Literacy Consultant
ForWords
San Rafael, California
August 2007-May 2014
Design and facilitate professional development for ForWords educators and 6-12 grade teachers served by the organization.

Provide literacy framework to align with funders’ priority areas.

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Grant Recommendation Form
General Applicant Information
Applicant Organization: East Los Angeles Boys and Girls Club / DBA East LA Rising Type of Organization: Health, Fitness, Youth Dev. Year Founded: 1950 Annual Budget: $342,000 No. of Board Members: 7
Amount Requested: $15,000 Recommended Amount: $5,000
Type of support
requested:
✓ General Operating First Time Applicant
Project/Program Returning Grantee
Prev. Award amount:

Brief Narrative description of the organization
The East Los Angeles Boys and Girls Club is now doing business as East LA Rising. The organization was established in 1950 and serves Unincorporated East Los Angeles. The organization is governed by a seven member Board of Directors, one of whom is an alumna of the Club and over time has focused on helping others in need in their communities.

The organization currently awaits its IRS exemption under its new name. Once received, the organization will no longer have an affiliation with the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. The new name, East LA Rising, was selected in 2017 by young members of the Club.

Their programs include arts, athletics, anti-bullying and focus on mentorship, character development, intellectual and creative growth toward productive lifestyles and future success. The organization operates a food pantry, immigrant support, safe transportation to and from activities and links families to other services to support the health and well-being of the members and their families.

Organizational strengths:

The organization has sustained itself over decades and continues to grow and respond to the needs of its members in the most challenging of times. Its revenue base is spread across revenue generating resources as well as grants and contracts. The resources appear to be well managed by a dependable group of staff and volunteers. The Board of Directors includes a variety of community residents representing well-established institutions and branches of government including an attorney in private practice.

The executive director, Ana Araujo, is in her 23rd year with the organization and working with the Board of Directors to re-zone their property to accommodate housing for transition aged youth exiting foster care and the juvenile justice system. With the support of private investors and developers, the new facility is expected to generate income for long term sustainability.

The organization is also receiving funds through Ready to Rise, the LA County effort to divert young people away from incarceration by providing education, work force skills training and supportive services.

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Proposal Details
Specific population(s) targeted by grant request (if applicable) Age Range: Youths 16 – 18 years Family Type: Includes foster families All
Gender: Military Status: NA
All
Race/Ethnicity: Sexual Orientation: Includes LBGTQ
Economic Status: Primarily low-income Other (specify):

Description of the proposal to which funds would apply
(if no particular project is specified, please note General Operating Support in this area) General operating support
Cost/Benefit:
$5000 contributes to
personnel and
payroll taxes
Beneficiaries and/or potential
impact on the non-profit/
governmental landscape:
500 young people annually
participate in programs
Staff Analysis
Documents reviewed
Audit/IRS Form 990 Dated: NA X Proposal Budget
X Organizational Budget
How does the proposal align with the goals of the Fund? The organization’s mission and programs align with VCF goals of  encouraging and inspiring positive social development in Vernon and neighboring communities  promoting the positive social development of children, youth, families and senior residents in Vernon and surrounding areas, and
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Are there any activities planned to acknowledge VCF as a funder of this project/program/organization? The organization acknowledges contributions in all of its social media and proudly proclaims its partnership with the City of Vernon in its public and forward facing activities.

What previous projects has the applicant successfully implemented? List any foreseeable challenges that the applicant may encounter in the implementation of this proposal or in general:

No foreseeable challenges are anticipated.

Funding Recommendation
Fund this proposal?
X Yes Recommended
Amount:
$5,000
No
Suggested revision(s) to proposal/fund amount, if applicable:

The suggested award amount has been adjusted to accommodate for the organization’s eligibility for alternate City of Vernon funding opportunities.

Reviewer
Name: Fran Jemmott
Date 11/10/2025
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Grant Recommendation Form
General Applicant Information
Applicant Organization: Latino Equality Alliance
Type of Organization: Youth Development Year Founded: 2009 Annual Budget: $1,921,435 No. of Board Members: 15
Amount Requested: $33,000 Recommended Amount: $33,000
Type of support
requested:

General Operating First Time Applicant
✓ Project/Program Returning Grantee
Prev. Award amount:

Brief Narrative description of the organization
Founded in the wake of CA Proposition 8 to eliminate marriage equality, The Latino Equality Alliance (LEA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is dedicated to advocating for the safety, equity and wellness for the Latinx/e Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer + (LGBTQ+) community.

LEA operates two community centers: Mi Centro in Boyle Heights and Mi SELA in Bell. From these locations, the organization provides several services to the community through its signature programs:
“Rainbow Education Coalition”, “Youth Organizers United”, and “Padres Aliados Conectados.” Collectively, these programs offer mental health support, family assistance, legal services, HIV prevention, and harm reduction for LGBTQ individuals and the community at large.

Organizational strengths:
 The organization has a well-refined, well-developed programming structure and an established network in VCF areas
 The organization is supported by several well-established foundations, such as The California Endowment, Elevate Youth, and the Weingart Foundation, ensuring diverse and robust financial support apart from VCF
 The organization’s Board of Directors members have varied specializations, offering the organization more flexibility and agility in defining its programming and seeking funding  The organizations programs, while focused on a select, disadvantaged demographic, offers services that benefit the greater community
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Proposal Details
Specific population(s) targeted by grant request (if applicable) Age Range: All/Multi-generational Family Type: N/A
Gender: all Military Status: N/A
Race/Ethnicity: all Sexual Orientation: N/A
Economic Status: N/A Other (specify):

Description of the proposal to which funds would apply
(if no particular project is specified, please note General Operating Support in this area) Funding from VCF would go towards LEA’s Leadership program which is an intergenerational program where up to 25 participants collaborate and plan community beautification events (to be conducted once per month) in VCF areas such as Bell, Maywood, and broader Southeast LA. During beautification events, participants interact and cooperate with area residents to pick up trash, clean streets, etc.

The Leadership Program is also supplemented by a “career readiness” aspect that includes two workshops per month that focus on topics such as resume building and manicuring, credit building, and financial literacy. These workshops typically engage 10 – 15 people per session.

While LEA offers a variety of services to the community, The Leadership program is highlighted in the application as the program that funnels the most participants to the organization’s other services, since it features direct contact with community residents.

Cost/Benefit:
$33,000/~25 =
$1,320 per person to
participate in
Leadership program,
beautification events
and supplemental
workshops
Beneficiaries and/or potential
impact on the non-profit/
governmental landscape:
10 – 50 VCF area residents
will directly benefit from
participation in the
beautification events, and
targeted communities will
benefit from improved
appearance of their public
spaces.

Staff Analysis
Documents reviewed
X Audit/IRS Form 990 Dated: 6/30/2021 X Proposal Budget X Organizational Budget
How does the proposal align with the goals of the Fund? As a multigenerational community service engagement, the Leadership program aligns with the VCF goals of encouraging and inspiring positive social development in Vernon and neighboring communities, promoting positive social development of children, youth, families and senior residents, and promoting effective and responsible leadership in Vernon and surrounding communities.

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Are there any activities planned to acknowledge VCF as a funder of this project/program/organization? The organization is proud of its social media reach, having attributed much of its program success to the acumen of its social media manager. LEA intends to leverage this to conduct a social media storytelling campaign to highlight Vernon and relay VCF’s commitment to supporting youth and families.

What previous projects has the applicant successfully implemented? LEA has successfully facilitated the Leadership Program for five years. Communities where the organization has conducted its beautification events express their desire for the organization to return, and surrounding communities piqued by social media interactions express interest in hosting the events.

LEA’s work in the community has been recently recognized by Supervisors Janice Hahn and Hilda Solis, and the organization was honored as “Nonprofit of the Year” by the City of Bell in 2024.

In addition to its regular programming, LEA also offers up to $20,000 in scholarships to high school students, providing amounts of $1000 - $5000 to up to 20 eligible students.

List any foreseeable challenges that the applicant may encounter in the implementation of this proposal or in general:

The organization has expressed challenges in tracking participants and volunteers, and hurdles with data management in general. It is stated that this has recently been addressed with a new software platform which was recommended by a board member.

Funding Recommendation
Fund this proposal?
X Yes Recommended
Amount:
$33,000
No
Suggested revision(s) to proposal/fund amount, if applicable:

Reviewer
Name: James Hull
Date 11/10/2025
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Grant Review Committee
Transmittal Report
November 19
Summary of Recommended Grants

STANDARD GRANTS

ORGANIZATION REQUESTED
AMOUNT

RECOMMENDED
AMOUNT

COMMUNITIES SERVED
CA Derby Dolls $20,000 $5,000 Vernon
Chicxs Rockerxs $28,000 $28,000 Southeast LA
East Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club $20,000 $5,000 Unincorporated East LA area Holy Angels Church of the Deaf $28,000 $28,000 Vernon, Greater Los Angeles area Las Fotos Project $28,000 $28,000 Boyle Heights
Latino Equality Alliance $33,000 $33,000 Southeast LA
Southeast Community Foundation $33,000 $33,000 Maywood, Vernon Southeast Rio Vista YMCA $15,000 $15,000 Maywood, Vernon, Huntington Park, Bell, Bell Gardens, Boyle Heights, South
Gate, Cudahy, Unincorporated
Southeast LA neighborhoods
Toque Foundation $20,000 $5,000 Bell, Commerce, Huntington Park, Maywood
TOTAL RECOMMENDED AMOUNT $
Current Cycle: FY 2025-2026
Standard Grants
Total $ Amount of Grant Requests $ 220,000/year
Total Grant Budget – Current Cycle $180,000
Total # Recommended Grants 9
Average Recommended Grant Amount $20,000
Comments/Observations
 Three (3) organizations are eligible for Vernon’s Sports Access Community Alliance (SACA) grant opportunity (CA Derby Dolls, East Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club, Toque Foundation)  Eight of the nine organizations on the docket offer programming specifically for youth development  Two (2) organizations offer creative/fine arts programs for youth (Chicxs Rockerxs, Las Fotos Project) Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc.

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Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc.

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EXHIBIT B

SCHEDULE
Fees and Costs
Full cost of the contract to Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc.: $66,000 billable monthly for 12 months at $5,500 per month to fulfill the scope of work detailed in proposal.

Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc. typically bills for management assistance and grantmaking support services at a rate of $350 per hour plus 15% indirect costs. Because we hold much of the institutional knowledge related to the formation and operation of the Vernon CommUNITY Fund and because the work aligns completely with our business model and operations, we are pleased to offer a reduced rate for this proposal. In addition, City of Vernon has contributed to development of our expertise and practice in this area. We believe a reduced cost is appropriate without any intent to reduce the quality-of-service delivery.

Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc.

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EXHIBIT C

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

PRACTICES PROVISIONS
A. Contractor certifies and represents that, during the performance of this Agreement, the contractor and each subcontractor shall adhere to equal opportunity employment practices to assure that applicants and employees are treated equally and are not discriminated against because of their race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, handicap, sex, or age. Contractor further certifies that it will not maintain any segregated facilities.

B. Contractor agrees that it shall, in all solicitations or advertisements for applicants for employment placed by or on behalf of Contractor, state that it is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" or that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, handicap, sex or age.

C. Contractor agrees that it shall, if requested to do so by the City, certify that it has not, in the performance of this Agreement, discriminated against applicants or employees because of their membership in a protected class.

D. Contractor agrees to provide the City with access to, and, if requested to do so by City, through its awarding authority, provide copies of all of its records pertaining or relating to its employment practices, except to the extent such records or portions of such records are confidential or privileged under state or federal law.

E. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed in any manner as to require or permit any act which is prohibited by law.