Vernon, CT

CANCELLED - Regular Successor Agency Meeting

Regular City Council Meeting

CANCELLED - Regular Vernon Housing Commission Meeting

CANCELLED - Regular Green Vernon Commission Meeting

Special Board of Library Trustees Meeting

Regular City Council Meeting

The Vernon City Council will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for Dyrt Labs, Inc. to operate an indoor food waste composting facility at 2550 27th Street. The council will also consider consent calendar items including warrants, contracts, and an ordinance on vacant property registration, plus new business on meeting times and zoning changes. Closed session items involve litigation and a performance evaluation.

• Conditional Use Permit for indoor food waste composting facility at 2550 27th Street (Resolution No. 2026-038)
• Operating Account Warrant Register No. 179 totaling $11,453,786.13
• Ordinance No. 1314 establishing Vacant Property Registration (Chapter 8.58)
• Services Agreement with Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc. for $330,000 over five years
• Emergency donations of $10,000 each to three nonprofits responding to Palos Warehouse Fire

CANCELLED - Regular Business and Industry Commission Meeting

Regular City Council Meeting - 08/04/2026

The Vernon City Council will recognize 31 scholarship recipients totaling $150,000 and introduce new rules for vacant property registration. The council will also vote on contracts for fuel, trailers, and services, and hear reports on sewer repairs and cash investments.

• $150,000 in Vernon CommUNITY Fund scholarships for 31 recipients
• Ordinance No. 1314 to create vacant property registration rules
• $750,000 fuel procurement contract with Merrimac Energy Group
• $179,675 three-year crossing guard services contract with All City Management Services Inc.
• $20,175.24 purchase order for a new Towmaster T-12DT Trailer

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss potential changes to regular meeting times and review several consent items. The body is also scheduled to swear in a new police officer and recognize retiring and long-term employees.

• Services Agreement with EN Engineering, LLC for Natural Gas Operational and Compliance Support Services not-to-exceed $352,000
• Operating Account Warrant Register No. 177 totaling $12,817,253.28
• Renewal of local emergency proclamation due to the Palos Warehouse Fire
• Contract renewal with Granicus, Inc. for agenda management software not-to-exceed $26,691.19
• Swearing-in of Police Officer Sergio De La Torre Jr.

The Vernon City Council approved the consent calendar, which included a $12.8M warrant register, a $352K gas services agreement, and a resolution extending the local emergency. The council also tabled a discussion on regular meeting times to the August 4, 2026 meeting. No public comments were made, and the closed session took no reportable action.

• Approved consent calendar including $12,817,253.28 warrant register (unanimous)
• Approved $352,000 services agreement with EN Engineering for gas compliance support (unanimous)
• Renewed Resolution No. 2026-034 extending local emergency due to Palos Warehouse Fire (unanimous)
• Tabled Item No. 12 on regular meeting times to August 4, 2026 (unanimous)
• Swore in new Police Officer Sergio De La Torre Jr.
• Recognized Employee Service Pin Award recipients
• Presented proclamation to retiring employee Claudia Arellano

Regular City Council Meeting

The Vernon City Council will vote on a 10-year, $37 million energy purchase agreement with NRG Business Marketing LLC. Other notable decisions include approving a $90,000 financial advisory contract, a $62,460 vehicle purchase, and a memorandum of understanding with Metro for bus shelter installations. The council will also adopt a city-wide strategic plan and recognize outgoing commission members.

• Confirmation Letter with NRG Business Marketing LLC for $37,000,000 energy purchase over 10 years
• Professional Services Agreement with Shuster Advisory Group for $90,000 over 3 years
• Purchase Order with National Auto Fleet Group for a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV up to $68,706.94
• Memorandum of Understanding with Metro for bus shelter upgrades at 10 bus stop locations
• Adoption of City-wide Strategic Plan

The City Council authorized a 10-year energy purchase agreement with NRG Business Marketing LLC and adopted a city-wide strategic plan. The council also approved several service contracts, a new electric vehicle purchase, and a transit improvement agreement with Metro.

• Approved energy purchase from NRG Business Marketing LLC not-to-exceed $37M (unanimous)
• Adopted the City-wide Strategic Plan (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with LACMTA for new bus shelters and amenities (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $8,312,139.04 Operating Account Warrant Register No. 176 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV purchase not-to-exceed $62,460.85 plus 10% contingency (unanimous)
• Approved financial advisory contract with Shuster Advisory Group not-to-exceed $90,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2026-035 updating GWMA staff appointments (unanimous)
• Accepted West Wing HVAC replacement work by Western Allied Corporation (unanimous)

Special Board of Library Trustees Meeting

The Board of Library Trustees approved the consent calendar, including the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes. During new business, the board discussed the temporary ad hoc committee, which currently has only one member. Trustee Larios volunteered to serve, and the board reached consensus to expand the committee to include a resident. Staff will bring back a recommendation on the committee's scope and appointment process at a future meeting.

• Approved the agenda unanimously
• Approved the consent calendar, including June 3, 2025 minutes, unanimously
• Reached consensus to add Trustee Larios to the ad hoc committee
• Reached consensus to consider expanding the committee to include a resident
• Approved bringing staff recommendations on the committee to a subsequent meeting

Special Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee Meeting

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-034 to ratify the Chief Executive Officer’s proclamation of a local emergency. This action addresses public health threats resulting from the Palos Warehouse Fire.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2026-034 ratifying local emergency for Palos Warehouse Fire (4-0)

Regular Green Vernon Commission Meeting

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider adopting the Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-27. The body will also discuss updating electric and natural gas rates and adopting a 2025 Urban Water Management Plan.

• Public hearing for FY 2026-27 Citywide Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
• Insurance placements for FY 2026-27 not-to-exceed $5,587,684
• Amendment for Interwest Consulting Group building plan checks and inspection services not-to-exceed $2,500,000
• Ordinance No. 1313 for a Franchise Towing Services Agreement with Mr. C’s Towing of South Gate, Inc.
• Proposed tax rates for Public Safety and Warehouse Special Parcel Taxes for FY 2026-27

The City Council unanimously approved the 2026-27 rates for Public Safety and Warehouse special parcel taxes. The council also adopted resolutions to amend electric rate schedules and natural gas service rules. Additionally, a $2.5 million funding increase for building plan checks and inspection services was approved.

• Approved $2.5M additional funds for Interwest Consulting Group building plan checks and inspections (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2026-027 for FY 2026-27 Public Safety Special Parcel Tax (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2026-028 for FY 2026-27 Warehouse Special Parcel Tax (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2026-029 to amend electric rate schedules (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2026-030 amending Natural Gas Rule No. 14 (unanimous)
• Approved $5,587,684 not-to-exceed for FY 2026-27 property and casualty insurance (unanimous)
• Approved $285,229.68 five-year Master Sales Agreement with Itron, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $446,604.60 five-year support agreement with Advanced Utility Systems (unanimous)

CANCELLED - Regular Vernon Housing Commission Meeting

CANCELLED - Regular Board of Library Trustees Meeting

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on job vacancies and recruitment/retention efforts as required by state law. They will also consider a contract for a citywide street tree planting project for $484,900, introduce a franchise towing agreement with Mr. C's Towing, and hold a workshop for the upcoming fiscal year budget. Consent items include approval of an $8.58 million warrant register and adoption of an investment policy.

• Public hearing on vacancies and recruitment/retention efforts under AB 2561
• Contract with DASH Construction Company, Inc. for citywide street tree planting, $484,900
• First reading of Ordinance No. 1313 granting franchise towing to Mr. C's Towing of South Gate, Inc.
• Renewal of Ordinance No. 1282 approving Police Department's military equipment use policy
• Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget Workshop II to provide direction on revenues and expenditures

The Council approved several items including recruitment reports, technology disruption policies, and military equipment use. Discussions included a budget workshop regarding fiscal year 2026-27 revenues and expenditures.

• Approved city vacancy and recruitment report (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous)
• Adopted Technology Disruption Policy and outreach efforts (unanimous)
• Approved Classification and Compensation Plan (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1313 for franchise towing services (unanimous)
• Renewed military equipment use policy and approved report (unanimous)

Special Business and Industry Commission Meeting

CANCELLED - Regular Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee Meeting

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will conduct a workshop to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget. Under the consent calendar, they will approve a $12 million warrant register, a $126,000 contract for City Hall third floor renovations, and a $600,000 contract with Hafenfeld Ranch for consulting and construction services without competitive bidding. The council will also consider a $96,000 residential property management agreement and receive reports on police and fire activities. A closed session is scheduled for anticipated litigation.

• FY 2026-27 budget workshop
• Operating Account Warrant Register No. 173 totaling $12,038,189.03
• Contract with R Dependable Const Inc. for $126,000 for City Hall third floor renovations
• Services agreement with Hafenfeld Ranch, LLC for $600,000 (no competitive bidding)
• Services agreement with Superior Management for $96,000 for residential property management

The council approved the Consent Calendar, except item 11, by a 4‑0 vote. It then approved a services agreement with Hafenfeld Ranch, LLC for up to $600,000 (plus a 10% contingency) also by a 4‑0 vote. A separate services agreement with Superior Management and Realty Services, Inc. for up to $96,000 was approved 4‑0. Council members also confirmed several appointments to outside agencies.

• Approved Consent Calendar (excluding item 11) – vote 4‑0
• Approved Services Agreement with Hafenfeld Ranch, LLC – up to $600,000 plus $60,000 contingency – vote 4‑0
• Approved Services Agreement with Superior Management and Realty Services, Inc. – up to $96,000 – vote 4‑0
• Approved Operating Account Warrant Register No. 173 for $12,038,189.03 – part of Consent Calendar
• Approved AT&T purchase order for VESTA 9‑1‑1 system maintenance – up to $23,776.11 – part of Consent Calendar
• Confirmed appointments to various regional agencies (e.g., California Contract Cities Association, Central Basin Water Association) – no vote recorded

CANCELLED - Regular Business and Industry Commission Meeting

Regular City Council Meeting

The Vernon City Council will certify the results of the April 14 general municipal election, administer the oath to Council-Elect Monica Rodriguez, and reorganize the council. The council will also appoint Lilia Hernandez as Deputy City Administrator and Veronica Petrosyan as Director of Health and Environmental Control. The consent calendar includes approvals of a $7.9 million operating account warrant register and several contracts, totaling over $1 million, for auditing, street striping, and water treatment chemicals.

• Certify April 14, 2026, general municipal election results and reorganize city council
• Appoint Lilia Hernandez as Deputy City Administrator and Veronica Petrosyan as Director of Health and Environmental Control
• Approve Operating Account Warrant Register No. 172 totaling $7,898,103.04
• Award contract to J&S Striping Company Inc. for citywide striping and pavement markings for $158,541.75
• Approve three-year $192,656.75 sodium hypochlorite supply agreement with Waterline Technologies Inc.

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent calendar, which included several financial and contract items. It adopted resolutions appointing Lilia Hernandez as Deputy City Administrator and Veronica Petrosyan as Director of Health and Environmental Control, both effective May 6, 2026. The council also proclaimed Municipal Clerks Week, Mental Health Awareness Month, and adopted the results of the April 14, 2026 municipal election, reorganizing council leadership.

• Approved agenda (motion carried unanimously)
• Approved consent calendar items, including Operating Account Warrant Register No. 172 for $7,898,103.04 (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to The Pun Group LLP agreement, extending services for up to $270,004 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with J&S Striping Company Inc. for $158,541.75 citywide striping project (unanimous)
• Approved services agreement with Waterline Technologies, Inc. for up to $192,656.75 sodium hypochlorite supply (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑019 appointing Lilia Hernandez as Deputy City Administrator (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑020 appointing Veronica Petrosyan as Director of Health and Environmental Control (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑021 reciting April 14, 2026 election results, presenting proclamation and pin, swearing in Council‑Elect Monica Rodriguez, and reorganizing council leadership (unanimous)

Special Vernon Housing Commission Meeting

Regular City Council Meeting

The Vernon City Council will consider approving a three-year, $3,067,821.56 unarmed security guard contract with Good Guard Security, Inc., plus a 10% contingency. The consent calendar includes ratification of $14.8 million in operating account warrants and adoption of a new ordinance regulating fats, oils, and grease discharges. A presentation will honor the police department's 2025 Officer and Employee of the Year, and the Council will discuss goal tasks for its strategic plan.

• Approve Services Agreement with Good Guard Security, Inc. for unarmed guard services, not-to-exceed $3,067,821.56 over three years plus $306,782.16 contingency
• Ratify Operating Account Warrant Register No. 171 totaling $14,795,334.53 for March 1–21, 2026
• Adopt Ordinance No. 1312 adding Chapter 13.25 to regulate discharge of fats, oils, and grease (FOG) to the sewer system
• Authorize five-year General Services Agreement with County of Los Angeles, July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2031
• Accept completion of 55th Street Recycle Center & Nursery – Perimeter Wall Project and file Notice of Completion

The City Council approved the Consent Calendar, excluding Items 10 and 11, and ratified the Operating Account Warrant Register totaling $14,795,334.53. It also adopted Ordinance No. 1312 to regulate fats, oils, and grease discharges, approved a five‑year General Services Agreement with Los Angeles County, and authorized a $3,067,821.56 security services contract with Good Guard Security. All actions were approved unanimously and no reportable actions were taken in closed session.

• Approved Consent Calendar except Items 10 and 11 (unanimous)
• Approved Operating Account Warrant Register No. 171 for $14,795,334.53 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1312 adding Chapter 13.25 on FOG discharge (unanimous)
• Approved and authorized Mayor to execute 5‑year General Services Agreement with County of Los Angeles (unanimous)
• Approved Services Agreement with Good Guard Security up to $3,067,821.56 (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Jacobs Engineering services agreement (no additional cost) (unanimous)
• Approved Notice of Completion for Contract 20250340 – 55th Street Recycle Center project (unanimous)
• Received and filed Business Tax Contribution Study report (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings and take first‑reading action on Ordinance No. 1312, adding Chapter 13.25 to the Vernon Municipal Code to regulate the discharge of fats, oils, and grease (FOG) into the city sewer system. The council will also consider the FY 2026‑27 General Fee Schedule and adopt a new Citywide Fringe Benefits Policy. Additional items include approvals for a vehicle purchase, a purchase order for gas regulators, and several side‑letter agreements with labor unions.

• Ordinance No. 1312: add Chapter 13.25 regulating FOG discharge to sewer (public hearing, first reading)
• FY 2026‑27 General Fee Schedule: public hearing and adoption of Resolution No. 2026‑013
• Purchase of 2026 Chevy Suburban Z71 for $97,952.73
• Purchase Order with A‑Best Industrial, Inc. for gas regulators, not‑to‑exceed $75,193.22
• Resolution No. 2026‑014: adopt revised Citywide Fringe Benefits Policy

The council approved the Citywide Fringe Benefits Policy, repealing the previous resolution. It also approved the Memorandum of Understanding for the John Anson Ford Park Infiltration Cistern Project and adopted ordinances on sidewalk vending and FOG discharge. All motions passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2026-014 Citywide Fringe Benefits Policy (4-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding for John Anson Ford Park Infiltration Cistern Project (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1311 amending sidewalk vending regulations (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1312 adding Chapter 13.25 on fats, oils, and grease discharge (4-0)
• Approved FY 2026-27 General Fee Schedule (Resolution No. 2026-013) (4-0)
• Approved Operating Account Warrant Register No. 170 totaling $9,177,841.11 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of one 2026 Chevy Suburban Z71 for $97,952.73 (4-0)
• Approved Purchase Order with A-Best Industrial, Inc. up to $75,193.22 (4-0)

Regular Green Vernon Commission Meeting

Regular City Council Meeting

The council will adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code (Ordinance 1310) and amend sidewalk vending regulations (Ordinance 1311). It will approve the Operating Account Warrant Register totaling $9,191,307.17. The council will also approve a $45,000 professional services agreement with Actum‑E, LLC and a consulting services agreement with CNS Engineers for the Atlantic Boulevard Bridge rehabilitation and widening project.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 1310 to adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code by reference
• Amend Chapter 12.10 (Sidewalk Vending) via Ordinance No. 1311
• Approve Operating Account Warrant Register No. 169 for $9,191,307.17 (payments $8,795,879.66 and early checks $395,427.51)
• Authorize a Professional Services Agreement with Actum‑E, LLC up to $45,000 through June 30, 2026
• Authorize a Consulting Services Agreement with CNS Engineers for the Atlantic Boulevard Bridge rehabilitation and widening project

The council approved Ordinance No. 1310 adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code by reference. It also approved Ordinance No. 1311 amending sidewalk vending regulations and set its adoption for the April 7 meeting. Additionally, the council approved the operating account warrant register for $9,191,307.17, a professional services agreement with Actum‑E, LLC for up to $45,000, and a consulting services agreement with CNS Engineers, Inc. for the Atlantic Boulevard Bridge rehabilitation.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1310 adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1311 amending Chapter 12.10 (Sidewalk Vending) and scheduled adoption for April 7 – unanimous
• Approved Consent Calendar items including Operating Account Warrant Register No. 169 for $9,191,307.17 – unanimous
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Actum‑E, LLC up to $45,000 through June 30, 2026 – unanimous
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Attorney Services Agreement with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore adding $75,000 – unanimous
• Adopted Resolutions 2026-011 and 2026-012 for In‑Lieu Holiday Time side letters with police bargaining groups – unanimous
• Authorized removal of marked crosswalks on Pacific Boulevard at 45th, 46th, and 49th Streets – unanimous
• Approved Consulting Services Agreement with CNS Engineers, Inc. for Atlantic Boulevard Bridge rehabilitation and widening – unanimous

CANCELLED - Regular Vernon Housing Commission Meeting

Special City Council Meeting

The council approved the meeting agenda by a 4-0 vote. It then reached consensus to have staff present an informational item at the regular March 17, 2026 meeting outlining the prioritized opportunity goals identified in the strategic planning workshop.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Directed staff to present informational item on strategic goals at March 17 meeting (consensus)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss a potential 1/4% local sales tax and whether to call a special election for June 2, 2026. The body is also reviewing mid-year budget appropriations and a clean energy savings plan for renewable energy.

• Proposed 1/4 cent local sales tax for a June 2, 2026 election
• Operating Account Warrant Register No. 168 totaling $8,386,891.82
• Agreement with H.W. Lochner, Inc. for Vision Zero Action Plan not-to-exceed $163,382.20
• Agreement with 11-11 Systems for cloud backup ($49,629.60) and disaster recovery (up to $50,410.20)
• First reading of Ordinance No. 1310 adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code

The Council adopted Resolution No. 2026‑007, authorizing mid‑year appropriations and amending the FY 2025‑26 operating and capital budget, with a 4‑0 vote (Council Member Larios absent). The agenda, the Consent Calendar and several service agreements were also approved unanimously. All actions were recorded with vote totals of 4‑0.

• Approved agenda (4‑0)
• Approved Consent Calendar items, including Operating Account Warrant Register $8,386,891.82 (4‑0)
• Ratified 11‑11 Systems year‑three cloud services contract $49,629.60 and authorized disaster‑recovery services up to $50,410.20 (4‑0)
• Entered services agreement with H.W. Lochner, Inc. for Vision Zero Action Plan, not‑to‑exceed $163,382.20 (4‑0)
• Entered services agreement with NewGen Strategies for rate review, not‑to‑exceed $32,500 (4‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2026‑007 for mid‑year FY 2025‑26 budget appropriations (4‑0)
• Approved recommendations to receive and file presentation on potential local sales tax (4‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1310 for first reading of 2025 California Building Standards Code (4‑0)

Special Business and Industry Commission Meeting

The Business and Industry Commission adopted the meeting agenda with a 6‑0 vote. It approved the Consent Calendar, which included the November 13, 2025 meeting minutes, also by 6‑0. The commission received and filed the proposed FY 2026‑27 General Fee Schedule and directed staff to present it to Council at a public hearing on April 7, 2026, again with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar and November 13, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Received and filed FY 2026‑27 General Fee Schedule; staff to present to Council April 7, 2026 (6-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss a renewable energy transaction to create discounts for the city and receive reports on proposed sales tax measures. The body is also considering several professional service contracts and updates to employee compensation and benefit policies.

• Clean Energy Savings Plan involving multiple agreements with SCPPA and other entities for renewable energy discounts
• Professional Services Agreement with Sespe Consulting Inc. for environmental consulting not-to-exceed $500,000
• Additional $55,391 for Contract No. 20230172 with RAMCO General Engineering Contractors, Inc. and Mega Renovation, Inc.
• Operating Account Warrant Register No. 167 totaling $10,335,348.37
• Discussion on a proposed 1/2 cent LA County sales tax and a potential 1/4 cent local sales tax measure

The council unanimously approved the agenda and the consent calendar, which included a $10,335,348.37 operating account warrant, a consulting contract up to $500,000, and $55,391 in additional funds for a RAMCO contract. It also adopted the Classification and Compensation Plan and the Citywide Fringe Benefits Policy. The Clean Energy Savings Plan was tabled, and the council unanimously directed staff to prepare resolutions for a ¼‑cent local sales‑tax measure to be placed on the June 2026 ballot.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar items, including $10,335,348.37 operating account warrant (unanimous)
• Approved Sespe Consulting environmental services contract up to $500,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $55,391 additional funds for RAMCO contract (unanimous)
• Adopted Classification and Compensation Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Citywide Fringe Benefits Policy (unanimous)
• Tabled Clean Energy Savings Plan for Renewable Energy (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare resolutions for a ¼‑cent local sales‑tax ballot measure (unanimous)

CANCELLED - Regular Business and Industry Commission Meeting