Vernon public meetings in 2023

Regular City Council Meeting

The Vernon City Council will hold public hearings regarding digital billboard development agreements with Clear Channel Outdoors, LLC. The meeting also includes discussions on fueling station regulations and several professional services agreements for radio coverage and air quality testing.

• Digital billboard development agreements with Clear Channel Outdoors, LLC
• Ordinance 1295 regarding fueling stations in the (T) Overlay Zone
• Radio coverage system agreement up to $138,574.12
• Air quality services agreement up to $238,238
• Purchase orders for Ford Super Duty F-350 trucks

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will review an ordinance to change how fueling stations are approved in the Truck and Freight Terminal (T) Overlay Zone. The agenda also includes a contract for police body-worn camera equipment and various financial approvals.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 1295 regarding fueling station regulations in the T Overlay Zone
• Purchase contract with LensLock, Inc. for body-worn camera equipment not to exceed $277,998.02
• Approval of Operating Account Warrant Register No. 120 totaling $8,283,851.32
• Approval of City Payroll Warrant Register No. 809 totaling $2,918,092.54
• Change Order No. 19 to the services agreement with Siemens Energy Inc.

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider resolutions for the April 9, 2024, General Municipal Election and a new transient occupancy tax measure. The agenda also includes several contract approvals for fiber optics, utility software, and energy management.

• Approval of a $444,586.80 agreement with Fujitsu Network Communications, Inc. for fiber optics internet access
• Authorization of an election for April 9, 2024, including a ballot measure for a transient occupancy tax
• Purchase of a new police patrol vehicle from National Auto Fleet Group not to exceed $64,000
• Agreement with StoneX Financial, Inc. for energy risk management up to $180,000
• Data conversion and software maintenance agreement with Advanced Utility Systems up to $262,000

Regular City Council Meeting

The Vernon City Council will review several high-value contracts, including a professional services agreement for the Public Utilities Department and internet access service agreements. The agenda also includes approving payroll registers and the 2023 Integrated Resource Plan for Vernon Public Utilities.

• Professional Services Agreement with Northwest Electrical Services, LLC up to $2,719,903
• Service Level Performance Agreement with USIP Communications, LLC up to $333,252
• Service Level Performance Agreement with USIP Communications, LLC up to $289,704
• City Payroll Warrant Register No. 808 totaling $2,989,186.50
• Operating Account Warrant Register No. 118 totaling $4,516,762.48

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss and approve several items including honoring Daniel Cordova's retirement, approving the operating account warrant register totaling $7.08 million, and adopting a new Resource Adequacy Plan.

• Proclamation recognizing Daniel Cordova for over 10 years of service
• Approval of Operating Account Warrant Register No. 117 totaling $7,078,751.65
• Adoption of the Vernon Public Utilities Department Resource Adequacy Plan for 2024
• Authorization to disburse $416,610.27 to rPlanet Earth Los Angeles, LLC
• Amendment to Classification and Compensation Plan

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will review several service agreements, including a public safety software contract and generator parts procurement. The meeting also includes recognition for retiring Sergeant Daniel J. Santos and employee service awards.

• Professional Services Agreement with CentralSquare Technologies for $582,117
• Services Agreement with ABB Motors and Mechanical Inc. up to $136,529.15
• Memorandum of Understanding with Dyrt Labs, Inc. for a composting pilot project
• Approval of Operating Account Warrant Register No. 116 totaling $10,209,573.82
• Approval of City Payroll Warrant Register No. 807 totaling $2,914,929.43

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of an amended General Plan for the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update. The agenda also includes reviewing city claims, approving anti-drug and alcohol policies, and authorizing a legal services contract amendment.

• Public hearing for 2021-2029 Housing Element Update adoption
• Amendment to Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP agreement for an additional $125,000
• Approval of Operating Account Warrant Register No. 115 totaling $15,864,754.59
• Review of claims against the city including $14,120 from Square-H Brands, Inc.
• Adoption of FMCSA and PHMSA Anti-Drug and Alcohol Policies

The City Council approved an amended General Plan for the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update. The council also approved several administrative items via a consent calendar, including a warrant register and legal service amendments.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-20 approving the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update (4-0)
• Approved Operating Account Warrant Register No. 115 totaling $15,864,754.59 (4-0)
• Approved $125,000 increase to Attorney Services Agreement with Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP (4-0)
• Adopted FMCSA and PHMSA Anti-Drug and Alcohol Policies (4-0)
• Appointed Carlos Fandino as voting delegate and Angela Kimmey as alternate for League of California Cities conference (4-0)
• Approved August 15, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes (4-0)
• Received and filed claims from Cesar Sanchez Sanchez ($1,137.91), Raul Mojarro (undetermined), and Square-H Brands, Inc. ($14,120) (4-0)
• Authorized closeout of Community Development Block Grant Program for Coronavirus Response Rounds 2 and 3 (4-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2023-19 to implement a new Energy Cost Adjustment Billing Factor for electric customers. The Council also approved a series of service agreements for public health, utility meters, and natural gas projects via a consent calendar.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-19 to update Energy Cost Adjustment Billing Factor (unanimous)
• Approved Operating Account Warrant Register No. 114 totaling $10,676,759.21 (unanimous)
• Approved City Payroll Warrant Register No. 806 totaling $2,806,436 (unanimous)
• Approved two 3-year natural gas project agreements with A.M. Ortega Construction, Inc. and Energy Experts International, Inc. not-to-exceed $690,000 each (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year utility meter services agreement with Itron, Inc. not-to-exceed $148,770 (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year administrative support agreement with Jemmott Rollins Group, Inc. not-to-exceed $198,000 (unanimous)
• Approved 1-year public health services agreement with Wellness and Equity Alliance not-to-exceed $567,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-17 and 2023-18 to accept Grant and Quitclaim deeds for properties at 3165 Slauson Avenue and 5122 S. Atlantic Boulevard (unanimous)

Regular Business and Industry Commission Meeting

The Commission appointed Duncan Sachdeva as Chair and Hector Morfin as Vice Chair. Members received an update on the Vernon Public Utilities Electric Cost of Service and Rate Design Study. The Commission also approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Appointed Duncan Sachdeva as Chair for term ending June 30, 2024 (6-0)
• Appointed Hector Morfin as Vice Chair for term ending June 30, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved the agenda (6-0)
• Approved April 25, 2023 and June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1293 to allow mixed-use industrial zoning along Santa Fe Avenue. The council also approved a series of consent calendar items including city maintenance contracts and fee waivers for a non-profit organization.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1293 for Mixed Use Industrial Zoning along Santa Fe Avenue (3-0)
• Approved Operating Account Warrant Register No. 113 totaling $3,162,216.17 (4-0)
• Approved $215,000 change order with Bear Electrical Solutions, Inc. for traffic signal maintenance (4-0)
• Approved $165,014 three-year agreement with All City Management Services for crossing guard services (4-0)
• Approved $224,437.50 amendment with SDI Presence LLC for project management services (4-0)
• Approved fee waivers for Helping Hands Society of Los Angeles, including a $801.33 permit fee (4-0)
• Approved Redevelopment Agency Obligation Retirement Account Warrant Register No. 66 for $5,000 (4-0)
• Accepted work of FS Contractors, Inc. for Citywide Tree Wells (4-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council conducted the first reading of an ordinance to allow Mixed Use Industrial Zoning along Santa Fe Avenue and adopted related General Plan amendments. The Council also approved a new hybrid work policy for city employees and several service contracts via the consent calendar.

• Introduced first reading of Ordinance No. 1293 for Mixed Use Industrial Zoning along Santa Fe Avenue (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-16 for Westside Amendments to the General Plan (4-0)
• Adopted Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual Policy V-08-Hybrid Work Program (unanimous)
• Approved $1.1M+ agreement with Siemens Energy Inc. for control system upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved $251,700 SCPPA Task Order for Radian Generation, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 purchase contract with Carahsoft Technology Corp. (unanimous)
• Approved $265,000 change order for MuniServices, LLC (unanimous)
• Authorized encumbering $332,005 for citywide striping and pavement markings (unanimous)

Joint Special Business and industry Commission / Green Vernon Commission Meeting

The Joint Business and Industry and Green Vernon Commissions received a presentation on Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) modeling results. Staff recommended Portfolio 1 for the plan. The commissions approved the meeting agenda and the May 11, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved the meeting agenda (9-0)
• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council approved the Warehouse and Public Safety Special Parcel Tax rates for Fiscal Year 2023-24. The council also authorized several purchase orders for vehicles, fuel, and supplies, and approved the 2023 Wildfire Mitigation Plan.

• Approved Warehouse Special Parcel Tax rate for FY 2023-24 (4-0)
• Approved Public Safety Special Parcel Tax rate for FY 2023-24 (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Wildfire Mitigation Plan (4-0)
• Authorized $4,965,500 for FY 2023-24 property and casualty insurance (4-0)
• Approved $600,000 fuel contract with Merrimac Energy Group (4-0)
• Authorized purchase of two Ford F-150 Lightning vehicles for $135,440.88 (4-0)
• Approved $189,250 blanket purchase order with The Home Depot (4-0)
• Appointed Alfred Mejia to the Green Vernon Commission (4-0)

Regular Vernon Housing Commission Meeting

The Commission conducted housing lotteries to determine the order for filling vacancies at 3390 50th Street and 3560 Vernon Avenue. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the March 8, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Received and filed the June 2023 Quarterly City Housing Report (4-0)
• Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Conducted housing lotteries for vacancies at 3390 50th Street and 3560 Vernon Avenue

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council approved the Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. Other key actions included updating electric rate schedules and appointing members to the Housing Commission. The council also authorized several service contracts and a reimbursement agreement for shelter beds.

• Adopted FY 2023-24 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-10 for FY 2023-24 Appropriations Limit (4-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-13 amending various Electric Rate Schedules (unanimous)
• Appointed Ronit Edry, Jorge Nevarez, Jr., Bertha Padilla, and Marlene Ybarra to the Vernon Housing Commission
• Deferred appointment of environmental representative to Green Vernon Commission (4-1)
• Approved $1,465,686 environmental compliance services agreement with Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.
• Approved $60,530.37 purchase contract with Insight Public Sector, Inc. for power supply
• Approved Salvation Army Bell Shelter Reimbursement Agreement not-to-exceed $42,000

Regular Board of Library Trustees Meeting

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 7, 2022 regular meeting. City Clerk Pope provided a presentation on Library Services. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 7, 2022 Regular Board of Library Trustees Meeting Minutes (unanimous)

Regular Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee Meeting

The Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee approved scholarship grants totaling $40,000 for eight students. The committee also scheduled a special meeting for July 19, 2023.

• Approved Fiscal Year 2022-23 VCF Docket II Scholarship Grants totaling $40,000 (4-0)
• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Scheduled special meeting for July 19, 2023, at 10 a.m. (consensus)

Regular City Council Meeting

The Council adopted a project list for Senate Bill 1 road funding and approved a $332,005 contract for citywide striping and pavement markings. Other actions included approving several professional services agreements and an education compact with LAUSD.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-08 for Senate Bill 1 road repair funding (Unanimous)
• Approved $332,005 contract with WGJ Enterprises Inc. for citywide striping (Unanimous)
• Approved Education Compact with Los Angeles Unified School District through June 2026 (Unanimous)
• Approved $384,999 auditing services agreement with The Pun Group LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved $250,576 agreement with Camfil Power Systems for generator cooling filter housing (Unanimous)
• Approved $234,490.56 agreement with Waterline Technologies, Inc. for sodium hypochlorite (Unanimous)
• Approved Master Cooperative Agreement with LACMTA for LA River Path Project (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to reduce CommUNITY Fund allocation from $500,000 to $250,000 (Consensus)

Joint Special Business and Industry Commission / Green Vernon Commission Meeting

The Joint Special Business and Industry Commission and Green Vernon Commission approved the agenda and the March 15, 2023, meeting minutes. Staff presented stakeholder survey results regarding energy and renewable resources.

• Approved the agenda (9-4)
• Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (9-4)

Joint Special Green Vernon Commission / Vernon Business and Industry Commission Meeting

The Business and Industry Commission and Green Vernon Commission met to review stakeholder survey results. Staff provided information on renewable energy contracts, electric vehicle chargers, and solar energy. No new policies or ordinances were decided.

• Approved the agenda (9-4)
• Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (9-4)

Regular City Council Meeting

The council adopted Resolution No. 2023-07, certifying the April 11, 2023 general municipal election results and ratifying Ordinance No. 1288 (Measure W), which extends the Public Safety Special Parcel Tax. Jesus Rivera was sworn in as a new council member, and the council reorganized with Crystal Larios as Mayor and Judith Merlo as Mayor Pro Tem. The consent calendar was approved, including a $8.6 million warrant register and purchases of four trucks and an electric forklift. The council also held a closed session on litigation matters but took no reportable action.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-07 certifying election results and ratifying extension of Public Safety Special Parcel Tax (4-0)
• Administered Oath of Office to new Council Member Jesus Rivera
• Reorganized council: Crystal Larios as Mayor, Judith Merlo as Mayor Pro Tem
• Approved Consent Calendar including April 18 meeting minutes
• Approved Operating Account Warrant Register No. 108 totaling $8,609,967.15
• Approved purchase of four 2023 Ram 1500 trucks from NAFG for up to $191,833.04 plus 10% contingency
• Approved purchase of Doosan electric forklift from NAFG for up to $36,291.23 plus 10% contingency
• Held closed session on anticipated and existing litigation; no reportable action taken

Special Business and Industry Commission Meeting

The Commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the March 15, 2023 special meeting. The session included presentations on the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget and a financial update from Vernon Public Utilities. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 15, 2023 Special Business and Industry Commission meeting minutes (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-06 to amend the Annual Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-23. The Council also approved several administrative items via a consent calendar, including payroll and operating expenditures.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-06 for mid-year budget appropriations (unanimous)
• Approved Operating Account Warrant Register No. 107 totaling $11,855,502.33 (unanimous)
• Approved City Payroll Warrant Register No. 802 totaling $2,702,131.80 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Ford Super Duty F450 Dump Truck not-to-exceed $93,998.79 (unanimous)
• Authorized $9,400 contingency for dump truck purchase (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Petrelli Electric, Inc. contract for union wages (unanimous)
• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous, one abstention)
• Received and filed claims from Doron Davidian, Ramona Perez, Maria Luisa Mendoza, and Carol Bullock (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council approved a three-year contract for unarmed security guard services and adopted the general fee schedule for fiscal year 2023-2024. Other actions included approving the 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and a power agency study.

• Approved $4,233,000 contract with S&S Labor Force Incorporated (dba JRM) for unarmed security guard services (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-04 approving the General Fee Schedule for FY 2023-2024 (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-05 approving the 2023 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (3-0)
• Approved $145,225 for Electric Cost of Service Analysis and Rate Design Study with Northern California Power Agency, Southern California Public Power Authority, and NewGen Strategies and Solutions, LLC (3-0)
• Approved Operating Account Warrant Register No. 106 totaling $2,955,983.46 (3-0)
• Received and filed claims from Saul L. Arellano ($220), Rubi Perez ($302.02), and Marina C. Martin ($899.66) (3-0)
• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council approved membership in the Gateway Cities Affordable Housing Trust and authorized several infrastructure and utility contracts. The council also approved over $11 million in warrant registers for city operations and payroll.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-03 to join the Gateway Cities Affordable Housing Trust (unanimous)
• Approved Operating Account Warrant Register No. 105 totaling $8,371,570.19 (unanimous)
• Approved City Payroll Warrant Register No. 801 totaling $3,225,137.42 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-02 for High Speed Rail Project agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $652,765.97 contract with Fujitsu Network Communication, Inc. for fiber optic upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved on-call construction agreements with RAMCO General Engineering and Mega Renovation, Inc. for $350,000 each (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for North Parking Security Fencing due to costs exceeding estimates (unanimous)
• Approved $374,245 agreement for Integrated Resource Plan services with NCPA, SCPPA, and Ascend Analytics (unanimous)

Special Business and Industry Commission Meeting

The Commission approved the July 14, 2022 meeting minutes. Members received and filed a proposed general fee schedule for Fiscal Year 2023-24 to be presented to Council on April 4, 2023. Finance Director Williams provided a presentation on sales and property tax revenue.

• Approved July 14, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Received and filed proposed FY 2023-24 general fee schedule (5-0)

Joint Special Green Vernon Commission / Business and Industry Commission and Meeting

The joint meeting consisted of a presentation regarding the Integrated Resource Plan Survey and upcoming outreach. No substantive legislative actions were taken, as the presentation required no commission action.

• Approved the meeting agenda

Joint Special Business and Industry Commission / Green Vernon Commission Meeting

The Joint Special Meeting consisted of a presentation regarding the Integrated Resource Plan Survey and upcoming outreach efforts. No substantive actions were taken, as the presentation required no commission action.

• Approved the meeting agenda

Regular Vernon Housing Commission Meeting

The Commission approved updated New Tenant Lease and Occupant Relocation Procedures. Members also received the March 2023 Quarterly City Housing Report and approved the December 14, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Adopted revised New Tenant Lease Procedures and Occupant Relocation Procedures (6-0)
• Approved March 2023 Quarterly City Housing Report (6-0)
• Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Agreed by consensus to revisit new procedures at the September 13, 2023 meeting

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council approved the Operating Account Warrant Register and a contract for underground storage tank removal. The council also authorized the donation of surplus utility equipment to the City of Roseville and appointed delegates to a regional conference.

• Approved Operating Account Warrant Register No. 104 totaling $13,645,135.71 (unanimous)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Fleming Environmental, Inc. for tank removal not-to-exceed $135,600 (unanimous)
• Approved donation of 16 ABB ACS-600 Motor Drive Modules to City of Roseville – Electric Utility (unanimous)
• Appointed Council Member Merlo as delegate and Council Member Ybarra as alternate for the Southern California Association of Governments 2023 Regional Conference (unanimous)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed claims from Lineage Logistics ($8,126.22), Keith Carrillo ($310.40), and Michael Gallant ($2,109.46) (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council approved the Consent Calendar, which included significant operating and payroll warrant registers. The council also authorized payments for vehicle purchases and residential remodel work.

• Approved Operating Account Warrant Register No. 103 totaling $19,105,820.47
• Approved City Payroll Warrant Register No. 800 totaling $2,718,437.19
• Authorized supplemental payment to National Auto Fleet Group not-to-exceed $27,342 for four Ford F-150 trucks
• Approved payment to Mega Renovation Inc. not-to-exceed $18,034.85 for 3361 Fruitland Avenue
• Approved payment to Mega Renovation Inc. not-to-exceed $69,208.10 for 4324 Furlong Place
• Approved payment to Mega Renovation Inc. not-to-exceed $17,400 for 3357 Fruitland Avenue
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes
• Received and filed claim from James Brian Talbert for $500.74

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council approved a series of consent calendar items, including a large operating account warrant register and a vehicle purchase. The council also authorized continued payment processing services with Global Payments. No reportable action was taken during the closed session.

• Approved Operating Account Warrant Register No. 102 totaling $16,576,999 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of TYMCO, Inc CNG powered Model 600 Street Sweeper not-to-exceed $453,419.67 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1292 amending building setbacks in Municipal Code Section 17.24.080 (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 in fees and new merchant accounts for Global Payments processing through June 2024 (unanimous)
• Ratified Resolution No. 2021-36 to continue legislative meetings via teleconference (unanimous)
• Approved revised Water Superintendent job description with no salary change (unanimous)
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed claim from Irene Young for $271.11 (unanimous)

Regular Successor Agency Meeting

The Successor Agency approved the meeting minutes from June 21, 2022. The agency also received and filed the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for the period of July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024.

• Approved June 21, 2022 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to provide additional information to LA County Auditor-Controller and California Department of Finance regarding the payment schedule (unanimous)

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council authorized a Power Sales Agreement for solar power and battery storage. The council also introduced amendments to industrial site planning standards and approved several financial registers and agency appointments.

• Approved Power Sales Agreement for 39MW solar and 19.7MW battery storage for projected $6.665M annually over 20 years (unanimous)
• Introduced first reading of Ordinance No. 1292 amending building setbacks in Municipal Code Section 17.24.080 (unanimous)
• Approved City Payroll Warrant Register No. 799 totaling $3,900,635.79 (unanimous)
• Approved Operating Account Warrant Register No. 101 totaling $16,075,929.49 (unanimous)
• Authorized AT&T Mobility agreements for CALNET NextGen not to exceed $294,000 over three years (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-01 accepting Grant Deed for property at 5655 Santa Fe Avenue (unanimous)
• Appointed Council Member Larios to Central Basin Water Association and Council Member Merlo to County Sanitation District Nos. 1 and 2 (unanimous)
• Ratified Resolution No. 2021-36 to continue meetings via teleconference per AB 361 (unanimous)