City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: September 15, 2026
From: Genoveva Rocha, City Clerk
Department: City Clerk
Submitted by: Fernando Muñoz, Deputy City Clerk
Subject
Commission and Committee Appointments
Recommendation
A. Appoint one (1) Environmental Representative to a partial term (September 15, 2026 to June 30, 2030) to the Green Vernon Commission; and
B. Appoint one (1) Legislative Representative to a partial term (September 15, 2026 to June 30, 2030) to the Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee.
Background
The City has several commissions and committees established by Ordinance that serve to advise the City Council on policy matters or review specific issues and carry out assignments as requested by the Council or prescribed by law. Pursuant to Title 2 of the Vernon Municipal Code, the City Council has the pleasure of making appointments to each body. Appointments to fill the current vacancies will comply with the Code's requirement to provide staggered terms on each board.
Except for City Council Members, serving members may receive a stipend of $100 per meeting, up to a maximum of $200 in any calendar month.
Currently, there are three vacancies: one on the Green Vernon Commission (GVC) and two on the Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee (VCFGC).
One vacancy on the VCFGC is unscheduled due to a resignation effective September 3, 2026.
Staff will bring this item before the City Council for consideration once the noticing period has been met pursuant to Government Code Section 54974.
Staff have received and reviewed two applications for qualifications, one for each board.
The GREEN VERNON COMMISSION (GVC) reviews the City’s Sustainability Action Plan and provides a forum for addressing the public’s concerns relating to sustainability and energy efficiency issues. Each member serves a four-year term, and the Commission meets on the 3rd Wednesday each quarter in the months of March, June, September, and December at 3:30 p.m.
The GVC consists of seven members:
• Three representatives from Vernon’s business community • Two labor representatives
• Two representatives engaged in the advancement of environmental and sustainability issues
The following candidate is presented to the City Council for appointment consideration:
One (1) Environmental Representative partial term (September 15, 2026 – June 30, 2030)
1. Michael Villareal (new applicant)
The VERNON COMMUNITY FUND GRANT COMMITTEE (VCFGC) serves to improve the quality of life for the Vernon Area by awarding student scholarships and grants to charitable and governmental entities for projects and programs that benefit those who live, work, and attend school in Vernon and its surrounding communities. Each member serves a four-year term, and the Committee meets on the 3rd Wednesday in May and November at 10:00 a.m. and holds special meetings as needed.
The VCFGC consists of seven members:
• One individual representing a member of the California Legislature with a district that includes at least a portion of the Vernon Area
• Four individuals that reside or work in the Vernon Area • One person who represents the owner or operator of a business located in Vernon • One current City Council Member
The following candidate is presented to the City Council for appointment consideration:
One (1) Legislative Representative partial term (September 15, 2026 – June 30, 2030)
1. Sebastian Lozano (previous representative and eligible to serve a second term) Strategic Plan Goals
Goal 1: Strengthen City Credibility and Partnerships.
Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.
Attachments
1. Applications Received
2. Current Members Local Appointment List