Here's What's Happening at the June 1 City Council Meeting—and How to Weigh In
On the agenda for Monday: a pivotal budget conversation, the future of paramedic services, e-bike rules, and what's next for La Verne's wildfire plan.
La Verne City Council meets at 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 1
Where: City Hall Council Chambers, 3660 D St., La Verne
How to attend: In person or via Zoom at LaVerneCA.gov/zoom
Call: 1-669-900-6833, ID: 833 5747 6808
🔗 Council Regular Meeting Agenda (pdf)
🔗 Council Agenda Packet (pdf)
Presentations
Pride Month Proclamation—June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate the identity, rights, and inclusion of LGBTQ+ people and to advocate for inclusivity.
Route 66 Centennial Proclamation—2026 marks 100 years since Route 66 was established. The California Historic Route 66 Association, which serves as the official voice for the highway in California, will be recognized for its work to preserve and promote this piece of American history that runs right through La Verne.
Recognition of Lauren Foerch, YFAC Student Representative—Lauren Foerch, a graduating senior at Bonita High School, will be recognized for three years of service to the Youth and Family Action Committee. She made history as the first voting student representative on the YFAC Executive Board following the City's recent commission reorganization. That's a big deal, and well worth celebrating.
✅ Consent Calendar
Items on the Consent Calendar are routine and typically passed as a package unless pulled for individual discussion.
City Council Minutes from May 18, 2026 Approval of the official record from the May 18 Budget Study Session, Regular Meeting, and Closed Session.
Approximately $3.28 million in audited city payments Three rounds of routine city payments—covering vendor contracts, employee benefits, and operational expenses—totaling approximately $3.28 million across three dates in May.
Road Funding Project List—SB 1 (State Gas Tax) La Verne is set to receive $912,459 in state funding through Senate Bill 1, California's road repair law. To actually receive those dollars, the City must formally adopt a resolution saying how it plans to spend them. This year's plan: street preservation and rehabilitation on Arrow Highway, Wheeler Ave., White Ave., Fruit St., Bonita Ave., Esperanza Dr., D St., and Third St., plus work on public alleyways. Specific locations are subject to change.
Wildfire Protection Plan—Contract Award The City received a $169,514 FEMA grant in 2025 to update its Community Wildfire Protection Plan—a document that maps wildfire risk and lays out the strategy to protect homes and infrastructure. The current plan hasn't been updated since 2014. The Council will vote to hire Integrated Solutions Consulting for up to $99,950 to do the work, with a draft plan expected before the Council in early 2027. The contract is fully grant-funded; no General Fund dollars are involved.
🔥 Hot Topic
E-Bike and Scooter Ordinance—Final Adoption
At the May 18 meeting, the Council approved a first reading of a "mobility" ordinance, which adds new rules to La Verne's municipal code for the operation of electric bikes, electric scooters, and similar devices. Further readings were waived on a motion by Council member Rick Crosby, seconded by Council member Wendy Lau, and approved 3-1 with Council member Steve Johnson opposed and Mayor Hepburn absent.
This will be the final adoption vote. The ordinance would go into effect 30 days after its adoption.
➡️ Read the proposed ordinance (as well as the previous draft and comments from the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission.
Previous Coverage
Staci Baird
Staci Baird
📢 Public Hearings
Residents may speak during Public Hearings. Complete a speaker card before the item is called, or participate via Zoom.
Old Town La Verne Business Improvement District—Annual Assessment
The Old Town La Verne Business Improvement District is a defined area of businesses in Old Town that pay annual assessments to fund collective marketing, events, and neighborhood improvements. The Council already approved the annual report and signaled its intent to levy assessments at the May 18 meeting. This public hearing is the formal, required step to accept any protests before finalizing those assessments for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
Why it matters: If you own a business in Old Town La Verne, this hearing is directly relevant to you—it's your legal opportunity to formally protest the assessment before it's set. If you're a resident who shops and dines in Old Town, the BID funds the programming and promotions that keep that corridor active.
Discussion Calendar
Residents may speak on Discussion Calendar items. Complete a speaker card before the item is called.
🔥 Hot Topic
Measure GG and the Future of Paramedic Services Funding
Measure GG is a parcel tax La Verne voters approved to help fund paramedic services. Staff will present a review of how current revenue is holding up against the actual cost of providing paramedic and ambulance transport—and the short answer is: not well. The Council is being asked to give direction on whether to put a modified version of Measure GG before voters on the November 2026 ballot.
Why it matters: Paramedic services are one of the most direct ways city government touches your life. If you've ever called 911, you know. If Measure GG revenue isn't covering costs, the community will need to decide how to close the gap. This is the start of that conversation.
Third Quarter Budget Review—FY 2025-26
The Finance Department is presenting a financial update on the current budget year, which was originally adopted June 16, 2025. The update reflects economic and operational changes since the mid-year review, and the Council is being asked to formally approve those adjustments by resolution.
Why it matters: The third quarter review is one of the clearest windows into how city spending is tracking against the plan — and whether any course corrections are needed before the fiscal year closes June 30.
🔥 Hot Topic
FY 2026-27 Draft Budget—Follow-Up
At the May 18 Budget Study Session, departments walked the Council through proposed spending cuts for next year. This follow-up item provides additional detail on what those reductions actually look like in practice — and where a structural gap remains. A structural gap is a budget shortfall that doesn't fix itself; it requires deliberate action, not just a down year.
Why it matters: La Verne is facing a budget challenge that's bigger than trimming around the edges. This conversation is about what level of city services residents can expect going forward — and what trade-offs the Council is willing to make. It's one of the most consequential items on the agenda this year.
Police Middle Management Contract
The Council will consider a new Memorandum of Understanding with the La Verne Police Middle Management Association — the bargaining unit representing supervisory officers. The contract would run July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028, and includes compensation and benefit adjustments. Approving the MOU would require an additional $19,412 from Measure LV funds for the current fiscal year.
Why it matters: Police labor contracts affect both the city's budget and its ability to retain experienced officers. This MOU covers the supervisory ranks — sergeants, lieutenants — who translate policy into day-to-day policing.
🗣️ How to Comment
- In person at City Hall—fill out a speaker card before the item is called
- By email to cityclerk@LaVerneCA.gov—submitted by noon on May 18; comments are shared with the full Council and become part of the public record
- Via Zoom—visit LaVerneCA.gov/zoom or call 1-669-900-6833, ID: 833 5747 6808; raise your hand to request to comment
Public comment is welcome during Public Hearings, on Discussion Calendar items, on Consent Calendar items if pulled for discussion, and during general public comment on topics not listed on the agenda. All comments are limited to 3 minutes.
👥 Upcoming Dates to Note
Development Review Committee Tuesday, June 2, 9 a.m. | City Hall, 3660 D St.
Senior Seminar Series Wednesday, June 3, 10:30 a.m. | La Verne Community Center
Senior Movie Matinee Monday, June 8, 12:30 p.m. | La Verne Community Center
Public Financing Authority (EIFD) Wednesday, June 10, 9 a.m. | City Hall, 3660 D St.
Planning Commission Meeting Wednesday, June 10, 6:30 p.m. | City Hall, 3660 D St.
Senior Seminar Series Friday, June 12, 10:30 a.m. | La Verne Community Center
City Council Meeting Monday, June 15, 5:30 p.m. Closed/Study Session | 6:30 p.m. Regular Meeting | City Hall, 3660 D St.
