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City of La Verne Council Meeting - June 15, 2026
Published: Jun 15, 2026
Affordable Housing Agreement Approved for Condo Conversion Project on First Street
The City Council approved an affordable housing agreement between the city and MW Investment Group LLC for a condominium conversion project at 2467 First Street. The project involves converting a 17-unit rental complex into individually owned condo units. As a condition of approval, three of the 17 units will be designated as affordable ownership units: one for very low-income households and two for moderate-income households. These restrictions will remain in effect for 45 years. The agreement outlines requirements for purchaser eligibility, sales prices, city review, resale restrictions, and ongoing compliance. It also provides a preference for qualified purchasers who live or work in La Verne. The agreement will be recorded against the designated units. The action was exempt under CEQA. The approval was part of the public hearing and passed 4-0.
City Council Passes First Reading of Ordinance Restricting Trailer Parking on Public Streets
The City Council considered the first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 10.40 of the La Verne Municipal Code regarding trailer parking on public streets. The ordinance aims to improve street safety, preserve neighborhood aesthetics, and align with city priorities for safety, accessibility, and quality of life. Key changes include expanding trailer regulations to cover multiple types (utility, commercial, recreational, boat), providing clearer definitions, establishing tiered time limits (e.g., personal utility trailers: 4 consecutive hours, up to 2 days per week; commercial trailers: 2 hours during loading/unloading; RV/boat trailers: 24 hours with a 72-hour cap and permit within 30 days), and implementing a permit system. Unoccupied trailers must be attached to an operable vehicle. The ordinance prohibits long-term storage on public streets and includes exemptions for government/emergency vehicles, disabled vehicles (24 hours), permitted refuse containers, and active service vehicles. Enforcement authority is enhanced, empowering the city to declare violating trailers as public nuisances. The ordinance passed its first reading 4-0.
City Council Adopts FY 2026-27 Budget Amidst Rising Personnel Costs; Paramedic Service Funding Debate Continues
The City Council reviewed and adopted the fiscal year 2026-27 budget. The budget projects total resources of approximately $97.8 million and total appropriations of $101.6 million. Key challenges include increasing personnel-related costs (approximately 6% increase citywide) and a significant rise in the annual CalPERS unfunded accrued liability payment, projected to increase from $1.7 million to $2.3 million (a 37% increase). The budget maintains 197 authorized full-time positions and includes a $7.9 million capital improvement program, with over half dedicated to water and sewer infrastructure. The general fund is operationally balanced at approximately $49 million, without relying on reserves, which are projected at 31.2%. Staff recommended adoption of the budget and an accompanying resolution appropriating $101,567,087 across all city funds. Separately, a discussion was held regarding the proposed increase to Measure GG funding for paramedic and ambulance transport services, which currently faces an $800,000 annual shortfall. Options for addressing this shortfall include a ballot measure or a Proposition 218 process, with the latter estimated to cost around $25,000. The current rate of $6.90 per month per unit is insufficient to cover costs, and a proposed escalation formula based on 80% fire personnel cost index and 20% medical care CPI was discussed. A decision on how to proceed with funding Measure GG was deferred for further public input and council discussion.
City Council Amends CCW Licensing Process, Removing Mandatory Psychological Evaluations
The City Council considered an amendment to the Police Department's concealed carry weapon (CCW) licensing process. The proposed amendment removes the mandatory psychological evaluation for all applicants and instead allows the Chief of Police, as the licensing authority, to require such evaluations on a case-by-case basis when objective findings during the background investigation warrant it. This change follows three years of operational experience with the CCW program, during which 223 applications were processed with 210 licenses approved, 6 denied, and 6 withdrawn. The department found that comprehensive background investigations, live scan fingerprinting, and DOJ checks were the most effective tools for assessing suitability, and no objective indicators necessitating a psychological evaluation were identified in denied cases. The amendment also eliminates the city's current $150 subsidy for CCW psychological evaluations. Public comment revealed mixed views, with some supporting the change for cost and efficiency, while others expressed concerns about public safety and potential liability. Council Member Johnson recused himself due to holding a CCW permit. The amendment was approved 3-0.
Waste Management to Take Over Residential Trash Billing from City Starting September 2026
The City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Waste Management to transfer residential solid waste billing responsibilities from the city to Waste Management, effective September 1, 2026. Under the MOU, Waste Management will directly invoice and collect payments from residents bi-monthly, with multiple payment options available. Rates, services, and franchise fees will remain unchanged at this time. The transition aims to streamline service requests and billing inquiries for residents, allowing them to contact Waste Management directly for both. A comprehensive public outreach and education campaign is underway, including direct mail, bill inserts, workshops, and a help desk at City Hall. A 120-day grace period will be provided to prevent late fees due to potential mail delays or transition issues. The MOU was approved 4-0.
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