Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in La Verne public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues with low priority
Community Events: Holiday Stroll and Walk of Honor
The council approved city support for two December 5 Old Town events with a new cost-recovery policy: the nonprofits reimburse material costs while the city donates staff time. Council members also pressed the Walk of Honor committee to make its honoree selection process more transparent.
Campaign Sign Placement on Public Property
Council candidate Richard Bowen said the incumbent placed a campaign sign on public property at Via Del Monte and Wheeler, contrary to the rules Bowen was given when filing. Staff will review the sign placement rules with staff.
Measure G Elected County CEO Concerns
The council voted to send a letter asking the Measure G Task Force to engage with cities before finalizing recommendations on the new countywide elected CEO position, which cities feel is being fast-tracked without their input.
City-Owned Mobile Home Parks
The Public Financing Authority adopted budgets for La Verne Mobile Country Club and Valley Rancho, both self-sustaining without city subsidy. The 1996 purchase bond for Mobile Country Club will be paid off this year, and the city is exploring a possible change in the management company.
Heritage on White Affordable Housing
Three of 17 condos at 2467 First Street will be restricted as affordable ownership housing for 45 years as a condition of the condo conversion — one very low-income and two moderate-income units, with a preference for local buyers.
Old Town Business Improvement District
The BID's ~$25,000 annual assessments were renewed unchanged since 1986. The advisory board chose to skip funding the 2027 Cool Cruise car show in favor of physical improvements, though grant money might save the spring car show.
Hillcrest Homes Rezoning Adopted
The rezone of four Hillcrest parcels to Institutional zoning was finalized, allowing senior-care facility expansion. A resident questioned lost property tax revenue; staff said the parcels still pay partial taxes and Hillcrest pays full development fees.
Mobile food vendor regulation
Council Member Crosby asked staff to look into regulating mobile food vendors near schools and brick-and-mortar restaurants.
Loss of LVTV Channel 3
Historical Society and residents urged the city to find a way to keep La Verne TV, which recorded community events and gave University of La Verne students production experience — the city uses a $22,000/year vendor instead.
Kuns Park Restroom Hours
A resident reported park bathrooms open late and close early, leaving families and seniors without facilities; a councilor also questioned port-a-potties near a city restroom at another park.