City Council / Housing Authority / Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency

Summary

The City Council is recommended to award a Professional Services Agreement to DTA Public Finance, Inc. (dba DTA) for Engineer of Record services. The agreement is for a not-to-exceed amount of $55,860 for an initial three-year term, retroactive from November 1, 2025, to October 31, 2028. The agreement includes an option to renew for up to two additional one-year periods. DTA will be responsible for the annual administration of the City's Street Lighting and Landscaping Assessment District, including preparing the annual Engineer's Report and assessment data. The costs will be funded through the Assessment Maintenance District accounts, with an annual not-to-exceed amount of $18,620.

Citizen Impact

This agreement ensures the continued administration of the City's Street Lighting and Landscaping Assessment District. Residents will not see a direct tax increase as the costs are covered by existing assessment district funds.

Confidence

high

Summary

The City Council is recommended to approve an amendment to an existing agreement with the Pomona Economic Opportunity Center (PEOC) for the Local Immigration Integration and Inclusion Grant (LIIIG). This amendment will award an additional $68,254 to PEOC, bringing the total contract amount to $166,254.36. The funding is for FY 2025-2026 LIIIG grant deliverables. The City Manager is authorized to execute any necessary documentation for administering these grant funds.

Citizen Impact

This action provides additional funding for immigration integration and inclusion services through the Pomona Economic Opportunity Center, ensuring continued support for residents utilizing these programs.

Confidence

high

Summary

The City Council is considering authorizing a one-year extension of the landscaping and amenity maintenance agreement with MCE Corporation. This extension, effective from March 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027, would bring the total contract value to $434,231.93, representing a 3.5% increase from the current contract. The agreement includes provisions for up to four additional one-year extensions, with annual cost adjustments tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The council will also need to waive formal bidding procedures to approve this extension. This action is recommended as a fiscally responsible measure to maintain service continuity and avoid potentially higher costs associated with re-bidding the contract in the current market.

Citizen Impact

Residents will continue to benefit from maintained medians, streetsides, and public amenities. The 3.5% cost increase for this one-year extension is noted, with future increases tied to the Consumer Price Index.

Confidence

high

Summary

The City Council is considering authorizing a one-year extension for the agreement with Merchants Landscape, Inc. for parks and city facility landscaping and amenity maintenance services. This extension would be from March 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027, with a total cost of $1,976,115.05, representing a 3.5% increase from the current contract. The agreement also includes provisions for up to four additional one-year optional extensions, with annual cost adjustments tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The council will also need to waive formal bidding procedures for this extension. Merchants Landscape, Inc. has been providing these services since March 1, 2021, and this extension would go beyond the original five-year term.

Citizen Impact

Residents will continue to see maintained parks and city facilities. The cost of these services will increase by 3.5% for the upcoming year, with potential for further adjustments based on inflation in subsequent optional extension years.

Confidence

high

Summary

The City Council is considering a resolution to amend the FY 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget to create a new project titled “Complete Streets Quick-Build - Park Avenue and Orange Grove Avenue.” This action involves accepting $151,671 in grant funds from the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) to implement semi-permanent infrastructure improvements. The project aims to restripe Orange Grove Avenue between White Avenue and Garey Avenue by adding a bike lane and retaining on-street parking, and potentially install temporary traffic devices at the intersection of Park Avenue and Orange Grove Avenue. The total estimated cost for design and construction is $376,760, with plans to seek additional funding for potential permanent implementation based on public feedback and staff recommendations.

Citizen Impact

This initiative will lead to improved safety and accessibility for cyclists and pedestrians on Park Avenue and Orange Grove Avenue through temporary restriping and traffic device installations. Residents may experience minor temporary disruptions during the implementation phase.

Confidence

high

Summary

The City Council is recommended to approve a contract with Estate Design and Construction (DNC) for the “Water Facilities - Water Resources Building Site and Street Improvements” project. The contract amount is $753,368, with an additional 20% contingency. The project involves site improvements at 148 N. Huntington Street, including utility replacements, fencing, and paving. The work is expected to be completed within 120 consecutive working days. The project is deemed categorically exempt from CEQA.

Citizen Impact

This contract will fund necessary improvements to the Water Resources building site, including utility replacements and paving at 148 N. Huntington Street. Residents will benefit from upgraded infrastructure supporting water facilities.

Confidence

high

Summary

The City Council is considering the establishment of the Pomona Development Accelerator Fund (PDAF) through Resolution No. 2026-05. This fund is designed as a multi-tool investment vehicle to stimulate development projects across Pomona, addressing financial feasibility gaps caused by current interest rates and construction costs. The PDAF will provide capital for property acquisition, gap financing, and tenant startup costs.

Key features and requirements of the PDAF include:

• Public Benefits: Investments must deliver tangible public benefits such as increased affordable housing, local hire at prevailing wage, or dedicated community/local business spaces.
• Displacement Avoidance: The fund will not support projects that lead to the permanent displacement or eviction of existing residential or commercial tenants.
• Local Business Focus: Priority will be given to Pomona-based businesses, excluding chain establishments with more than eight locations.
• In-Fill Development: Projects must align with the General Plan and Housing Element, encouraging in-fill development and reducing vehicle miles traveled.
• Funding: Initial funding of $5 million will come from Successor Agency bond proceeds, with a potential additional $5 million from a SCAG grant application. If the grant is awarded, staff will seek further council action to appropriate the bond proceeds.
• Loan Products: The fund can issue various loan products including property acquisition, community land trust support, bridge/gap financing, tenant improvements, FF&E, residual receipts, and forgivable loans.
• Loan Committee: A Loan Committee (City Manager, Director of Finance, Director of Development Services, Deputy Director of Economic and Business Affairs) will review applications, with loans over $250,000 requiring City Council approval.
• Revolving Fund: Repayments will replenish the fund, allowing for ongoing investment in future development projects.

Citizen Impact

This initiative aims to stimulate new housing and commercial development in Pomona by providing financial assistance to projects that might otherwise be unfeasible. It includes provisions to prevent displacement of existing residents and businesses and to prioritize local economic benefits.

Confidence

high