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2014-09-10 VHC Agenda PacketCalifornia Public Records Act ("PRA"): In compliance with the PRA, the documents pertaining to agenda items, including attachments, which are presented to the Vernon Housing Commission in open session are available for public inspection. They may be inspected during regular business hours in the City Clerk's Office at Vernon City Hall, 4305 Santa Fe Avenue, Vernon, California 90058, no prior appointment necessary, and on the City’s website at www.cityofvernon.org. Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”): In compliance with the ADA, if you need special assistance to participate in the meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s office at (323) 583-8811. Notification of at least 24 hours prior to the meeting or time when services are needed will assist the City staff in assuring that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to the meeting or service. Agenda Regular Meeting of the Vernon Housing Commission Wednesday, September 10, 2014, 6:00 p.m. Council Chamber 4305 Santa Fe Avenue Vernon, CA 90058 Michael Hughes, Chairperson W. Michael McCormick, Vice Chairperson Eric Gustafson, Commissioner Henry Haskell, Commissioner Hector Garcia, Commissioner John Kriste, Commissioner Melissa Ybarra, Commissioner CALL TO ORDER & FLAG SALUTE CHANGES TO THE AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT - At this time the public is encouraged to address the Vernon Housing Commission on any matter that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. The public will also be given a chance to comment on matters which are on the posted agenda during Commission deliberation on those specific matters. MINUTES 1. Minutes of the Regular Vernon Housing Commission Meeting held June 11, 2014, to be received and filed. NEW BUSINESS 2. Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson to serve until the next annual election in September 2015. Vernon Housing Commission Meeting Agenda September 10, 2014 Page 2 of 3 3. Revisions to the Commission’s Conflict of Interest Code, and authorization of the incorporation of said recommended Code into a Master City of Vernon Conflict of Interest Code. Recommendation: (1) Find that the proposed actions do not constitute a “project” pursuant to section 15378(b)(2) of the Guidelines to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), because they constitute administrative activities; and even if the directives did constitute a project, it would be exempt from CEQA in accordance with Section 15061(b)(3), the general rule that CEQA only applies to projects that may have an effect on the environment; and (2) Review the Commission’s existing Conflict of Interest Code (“Code”), and either (a) submit proposed revisions to the City Council or (b) recommend that no revisions be made. It is further recommended that the Commission direct its Chairperson to document said decision by filing the “2014 Local Agency Biennial Notice” with the Office of the City Clerk; and (3) Recommend that the City Council incorporate the Commission’s Code, with any recommended revisions, into one city-wide Master Conflict of Interest Code. ORAL REPORTS & COMMENTS FROM STAFF AND COMMISSION MEMBERS 4. Staff update on contract related activities with Solari Enterprises, Inc. 5. Quarterly housing report to be presented by City Finance Director 6. Vernon Village Park progress report to be presented by the Director of Public Works, Water & Development Services. 7. Brief reports, announcements, or directives to staff from the Commissioners and Commission Officers. DISCUSSION ITEM AND POSSIBLE DIRECTIVES TO STAFF 8. Finance Director and City staff will report on major repair work that has occurred since the June 11, 2014 meeting and seek direction from the Commission regarding the establishment of formal policies, procedures, and guidelines regarding major repair work. SECOND PUBLIC COMMENT - The public is encouraged to address the Vernon Housing Commission on any matter that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. / / / / / / / / / / / / Vernon Housing Commission Meeting Agenda September 10, 2014 Page 3 of 3 ADJOURNMENT I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, that the foregoing agenda was posted on the bulletin board at the main entrance of the City of Vernon City Hall, located at 4305 Santa Fe Avenue, Vernon, California, and on the City’s website, not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting set forth on this agenda. Dated this 4th day of September 2014. By: ________________________________ Ana Barcia Deputy City Clerk MINUTES OF THE REGULAR VERNON HOUSING COMMISSION MEETING HELD WEDNESDAY JUNE 11, 2014, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER OF THE CITY HALL LOCATED AT 4305 SANTA FE AVENUE, VERNON, CALIFORNIA MEMBERS PRESENT: Michael Hughes, Henry Haskell, Eric Gustafson (partial meeting), John Kriste, and Melissa Ybarra MEMBERS ABSENT: Michael McCormick (entire meeting) and Hector Garcia (entire meeting) The meeting was called to order at 6:03 p.m. by Chairperson Hughes. Commissioner Ybarra led the flag salute. Chairperson Hughes confirmed that there are no changes to the agenda. PUBLIC COMMENT Chairperson Hughes announced that this was the time allotted for public comment and inquired whether anyone in the audience wished to address the Commission. No one responded. MINUTES 1. Minutes of the Special Vernon Housing Commission Meeting held April 9, 2014, to be received and filed. It was moved by Ybarra and seconded by Haskell to approve the April 9, 2014, Minutes. Motion carried, 4-0; Gustafson had not yet entered the meeting. NEW BUSINESS 1. Authorization of a New Agreement with Solari Enterprises, Inc. for Leasing and Consulting/Advisory Services Related to City of Vernon Owned Residential Property. Recommendation: (1) Find that approval of the proposed award of a contract for leasing and consulting/advisory services related to City of Vernon owned residential property is exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act Vernon Housing Commission Meeting Minutes June 11, 2014 Page 2 of 6 (“CEQA”) in accordance with Section 15061(b)(3), the general rule that CEQA only applies to projects that may have an effect on the environment; and (2) Authorize the Commission Director, or his designee, to finalize the new proposed agreement with Solari Enterprises, Inc. for leasing and consulting/advisory services related to City-owned residential property, at a total amount not to exceed $25,000. Legal Counsel Stuart Leviton reported on the recommendation. He advised that staff met with Solari Enterprises, Inc. (“Solari”) to discuss the scope of work and compensation under the new agreement. All were in agreement on the scope of work which includes the initial lease-up procedures, and on-call consulting services. However, Leviton explained that the parties have not yet reached an agreement on the price. Commissioner Gustafson entered the meeting. Leviton reported that Solari submitted a proposal this afternoon, but that staff has not had an opportunity to review. The proposed recommendation would authorize staff to negotiate a new agreement with a not to exceed cost of $25,000. Leviton advised that it is not anticipated that the actual cost would exceed said limit. He explained that all units are fully leased; therefore, the need for lease-up procedures and/or consulting services is anticipated to be minimal. In response to Commissioner Ybarra’s inquiry on associated costs, Leviton advised that staff is seeking authority to enter into an agreement with a not to exceed total cost of $25,000. Commissioner Ybarra sought clarification on the scope of work. To explain, Leviton advised that should there be a vacancy, Solari would be available to conduct the initial lease-up procedures. At the moment, all vacancies have been filled, and it is not expected that there would be a significant number of vacancies in the near future. In response to Commissioner Ybarra’s inquiry as to why this task could not be performed by the City, Leviton advised that this was the direction that was provided to staff by the Commission during the last meeting. The Commission had expressed a desire to have Solari remain involved in the lease-up procedures. Leviton recommended that in the future, the Commission review the process and determine whether the City should perform these Vernon Housing Commission Meeting Minutes June 11, 2014 Page 3 of 6 procedures. Leviton further explained that there is no contractual obligation to use Solari’s services to perform these procedures; but rather, should there be a need or desire, they are available as a resource. Commissioner Haskell stated that the recommendation is entirely responsive to the Commission’s comments and concerns. He sought clarification on whether it is staff’s intentions to use Solari on all task relating to the initial leasing of vacant units. Leviton confirmed that it is staff’s intent to follow the direction of the Commission. Unless the Commission advises differently, Solari will be used for the initial lease-up procedures. He suggested that as lease-ups come up, the Commission evaluate and make a determination on how to proceed on a go-forward basis. It was moved by Haskell and seconded by Gustafson to authorize a new agreement with Solari Enterprises, Inc. for Leasing and Consulting/Advisory Services related to City of Vernon owned residential property. Motion carried, 5-0. JUNE LOTTERY AND WAIT LIST 1. In accordance with Section 3, Random Selection of Potential New Leasees, of the Vernon Housing Commission Lease-Up Procedures for New Tenants, a lottery drawing of all Expression of Interest Forms received between 5:01 p.m. on December 10, 2013 and 5:00 p.m. on June 10, 2014, will be conducted to create a wait list for all units that become available June 11, 2014 or later. The Commission conducted the lottery. Any vacancy that opens from this day forth will utilize the list created this day. ORAL REPORTS & COMMENTS FROM STAFF AND COMMISSION MEMBERS 1. Quarterly budget report to be presented by City Finance Director. Finance Director William Fox presented the City Housing Department Budget. In addition to budget information, the presentation included a mission statement, the organizational structure, staffing levels, which included a part-time Housing Coordinator and a part-time Maintenance Worker for fiscal year 2015, recent accomplishments and goals. Vernon Housing Commission Meeting Minutes June 11, 2014 Page 4 of 6 In response to Chairperson Hughes’ concerns on having a familiar maintenance worker dedicated to the residents, Fox explained that there may be a different person on staff in the rotation; however, all employees will be identified by their Vernon work shirt or identification. Fox presented the budgeted expenses, incurred expenses, and the forecast for the remainder of fiscal year 2014. Fox further presented on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2015. He explained that the increase in the proposed budget compared to the current year is due to the Solari Enterprises, Inc. (“Solari”) agreement and the allocation of legal services not previously budgeted within the Housing Department. Fox advised that excess revenue, after total expenditures, will be set aside as reserves for capital projects related to the housing stock. Commissioner Haskell inquired whether the City could divest the reserves towards other expenses. In response, Fox explained that capital improvements have been identified for the housing stock, such as new roofs. The reserve set aside account would allow the Housing Department to be fiscally prudent as a separate account, and allow the homes to take care of themselves. Legal Counsel Stuart Leviton further clarified that the City Council can use the funds as it sees fit. The capital reserves set aside is a proposal, there is no legal requirement or restriction on the funds. Fox added that any excess revenue is allocated within the general fund, but staff is proposing that the funds stay within the Housing Department in order to address capital improvement needs. Fox highlighted various accomplishments including the leasing of all units, the development of a customer call-in log and customer maintenance log. As part of ongoing and future projects, Fox advised that a capital improvement plan will be developed, guidelines for emergency/non-emergency repairs and landlord vs. tenant responsibilities will be created, and existing lease terms will be evaluated for completeness and conformance with best practices. Commissioner Haskell recalls that the Commission was scheduled to receive a capital improvement report during this meeting. In Vernon Housing Commission Meeting Minutes June 11, 2014 Page 5 of 6 response, Deputy City Administrator Kristen Enomoto advised that said report was one of the key deliverables under the original Solari agreement. However, the City had not received the report, but staff had followed up with Solari and hoped to receive the report within the upcoming weeks. In response to the plans to evaluate the existing lease terms, Commissioner Haskell inquired whether there was any reason to believe that the policies were not complete. To the contrary, Fox explained that anytime someone takes over a responsibility, it is good practice to review existing policies and procedures. There may or may not be a need for any changes. 2. Report on transition of duties from Solari Enterprises, Inc. to City staff, including current and upcoming related activities. Finance Director William Fox reported on a recent meeting between City staff and Solari Enterprises Inc. (“Solari”). He noted that the exchange was amicable and that all files were provided. Solari additionally provided the context of the files and any outstanding issues. It is a good relationship, and he appreciates their cooperation. 3. Vernon Village Park progress report to be presented by the Director of Public Works, Water & Development Services. Director of Public Works, Water and Development Services Kevin Wilson reported that the foundation has been set and that the utilities will soon be installed. The housing project appears to be on schedule. 4. Announcement on the transition of summary Minutes to “action” Minutes effective July 1, 2014. Deputy City Clerk Ana Barcia announced the transition to action minutes effective July 1, 2014, advising that this would eliminate some of the administrative work load in preparing for meetings. In response to Commissioner Haskell’s inquiry whether the change would allow for the minutes to be provided timely, Barcia confirmed that it would. The change will be beneficial for both the Commission and staff. 5. Brief reports, announcements, or directives to staff from the Commissioners and Commission Officers. Vernon Housing Commission Meeting Minutes June 11, 2014 Page 6 of 6 Finance Director William Fox introduced new Housing Coordinator John Dougherty and reported on his experience and trade skills. Dougherty also has experience in managing tenant relations. Commissioner Kriste reported on his experience with Dougherty as he had a service call at his home today. Kriste is pleased with the experience, and advised that Dougherty was very professional. Commissioner Haskell recalled that a report on the housing stock was to be provided, with an inventory of current vacancies. He is interested in seeing the presentation. In response, Deputy City Administrator Kristen Enomoto advised that part of the reporting was included in the budget presentation. However, as the work transitions back to the City, said reporting will resume in full at the next meeting. In response to Commissioner Haskell, Enomoto confirmed that all units are leased. Enomoto further responded that there is still one spot left for first responder priority; there are currently three first responder residents. SECOND PUBLIC COMMENT Chairperson Hughes announced that this was the time allotted for public comment and inquired whether anyone in the audience wished to address the Commission. No one responded. With no further business, at 6:47 p.m., it was moved by Ybarra and seconded by Gustafson to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried, 5-0. ________________________ Michael Hughes Chairperson ATTEST: _________________________ Ana Barcia Deputy Secretary STAFF REPORT CITY CLERK'S OFFICE REGEIVED sEP 0 4 2014 CIIY CLERKS OFFICE DATE: TO: FROM: RE: September l0r2014 Honorable Chairperson and Members of the Vernon Housing Commission Ana Barcia, Deputy City Clerk ,$ Revisions to the Commissionts Conflict of Interest Code, and authorization of the incorporation of said recommended Code into a Master City of Vernon Conflict of Interest Code Recommendation It is recommended that the Commission: l. Find that the proposed actions do not constitute a "project" pursuant to section 15378(bX2) of the Guidelines to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), because they constitute administrative activities; and even if the directives did constitute a project, it would be exempt from CEQA in accordance with Section 15061(b)(3), the general rule that CEQA only applies to projects that may have an effect on the environment; and 2. Review the Commission's existing Conflict of Interest Code ("Code"), and either (a) submit proposed revisions to the City Council or (b) recommend that no revisions be made. It is further recommended that the Commission direct its Chairperson to document said decision by filing the *2014 Local Agency Biennial Notice" with the Office of the City Clerk; and 3. Recommend that the City Council incorporate the Commission's Code, with any recommended revisions, into one city-wide Master Conflict of Interest Code. Background The Political Reform Act requires each local agency to adopt and update its Conflict of Interest Code ("Code") biennially, if necessary. The Code must enumerate the positions "which involve the making or participation in the making of decisions which may foreseeably have a material effect on any financial interest of that position." The Code must also specify the categories of financial disclosure that are required for each designated position. Each individual holding a position listed within the Code must file a "Statement of Economic Interest" (the "Form 700") and disclose his or her financial interests in the specified categories. Government Code Section 87306.5 requires the City, and local agencies, boards and commissions to review their conflict of interest codes before October l'r: "87306.5. No later than July I of each even-numbered year, the code reviewing body shall direct every local agency which has adopted a Conflict of Interest Code in accordance with this title to review its Conflict of Interest Code and, if a change in its code is necessitated by changed circumstances, submit an amended Conflict of Interest Code in accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 87302 and Section 87303 to the code reviewing body." Currently the City and all City affiliated agencies, boards, and commissions have their own stand-alone Conflict of Interest Codes. On June 17, 2014, the City Council directed each board, agency, committee, and commission affiliated with the City to review its Conflict of Interest Code, and to, by October 1,2014, either submit proposed revisions to City Council or recommend that no revisions be made. To improve administration, staff was directed to compile all proposed conflict of interest codes into one Master Conflict of lnterest Code applicable to all City of Vernon agencies, boards, and commissions. To facilitate the review process, the existing Conflict of Interest Code applicable to the Vernon Housing Commission, Resolution No. VHC-3 is provided. Staff recommends that the Commission approve the attached schedules as part of the proposed revisions to the City Council. The schedules include the recommended Commission filers, disclosure categories and proposed conflict ofinterest code language. Fiscal Impact There is no fiscal impact. RESOLUTION NO. VIIC-3 A RESOLUTION OF THE VERNON HOUSING COMMISSION ADOPTING A CONFI.,ICT OF INTEREST CODE THAT INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE THE STANDARD CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE OF THE FAIR POIJITICAL PRACTICES COMMISSION AND SUBMITTING SAID CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VERNON FOR APPROVAI WHEREAS, the Political Reforrn Act. of 1974, as amended (GoverrunenE code Sections 81000, et seg.), requires staEe and 1oca1 governmenE agencies Eo adopc confLict Of interest codes,' and WHEREAS, Ehe CiEy Council of the city of vernon adopted ordinance No. l-183 on ,June 7, 2OLl, establishing the Vernon Housing Commission and directing the Vernon xousing Cornmission Eo adopE a ConflicE of rnterest Code wiEhin 30 days of its first meeting which complies with Ehe Polit.ical Reform Act and addresses the 'obligaLions of Commissione::s wiEh liespect to Govertunent Code secEions 1090, et seq., and to submit such Conflicts of Intserest Code Eo Ehe City Council of the City of Vernon for approval; and WHEREAS, the Fair Political PracEices Commission has adopted a regulation (2 CaLifornia code of RegulaEions Section 18730) which contains the terms of a slandard conflict of interest code which may be incorporaEed by reference, including any amendments to said regulaEion duly adopEed by the Fai PoIitical PracEilces Commission; and WHEREAS, SecEion 4.5 o'f the charEer'of the CiEy of vernon provides that regulations pertaining Eo any subjects or model codes may be adopted by reference in't.heir original form or with amendmenEs; and WHEREAS, the Vernon Housing Commission desires Eo adopt by reference Ehe provisions of 2 California Code of Regulations SecEion 18730, as currently written and as amended from Eime to time bythe Fair PoliEical Practices Comnission, as its Conflict of Interes't Code; and WHEREAS, Ehe Vernon Housing Commission desires Eo desigmate which Commission posiEions are required to file Statements of Economic Int.erests and further desires Eo creale disclosure categories for these posiEions. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE VERNON HOUSING COMMISSION AS IOLLOWS: SECTION L: The Vernon Housing Conmission hereby finds and deEermines Ehat the reciEals contained hereinabove are true and correcf. SECTION 2: The Vernon Housing Commission hereby adopts Ehe aEtachcd conflict of InEerest. code, a copy which is attached hereto as ExhibiE A and incorporated by reference, the terms of 2 CaLifo::nia Code of RegulaEions SecEion 18?30 and any amendmenEs 'there'to duly adopEed 'by .the Fair Politsical Practices cornmission, along with attached Appendix A which designates positions held by Housing Commission officials and employees required to file statemenEs of Economic Interests and aE.tached Appendix B which establishes disctosure categori-es. SECTION 3: The SecreEary of Ehe Vernon Housing Cornmission is -hereby authorized and directed tso send a copy of this -ResoluE'ion, the Conflict of .InEeresE Code, including appendix A and Ap.pendix B, to che City Council of Ehe Cicy of vernon for approval-. SECTION 4: The vernon Housinq Commission hereby designates Ehe Vernon City Clerk to serve as Ehe fiting officer for maEters relaEing to the ConflicE of lnterest Code in accordance with the provisions of Ehe PoIitical Reform AcE. 2 SECTION 5: The Secretary of the Vernon Housing Corunission sha1l certify Eo Ehe passage, approval and adoption of this ResoluEion, and the Secretary shalI cause Ehis Resolulion and Ehe SecreEary's cerEification to be ent.ered in Ehe FiIe of Resolutions of the Vernon Housing Cornmission. APPRoVED AND ADoPTED this 31"! day of August, 2011. Name : TiEIE: 3 STATE OF CAIIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS AI{GELES T, Willard G. Yamaquchi, 'secretary of the Vernon Housing Commission of the City of Vernon, do hereby cerEify thaE, Lhe foregoing Resolution, being Resolution No. VHC-3, was duly passed, approved and adopted by the Housing Commission of the City of Vernon at a regnrlar meeti-ng of the Commission duly held on Vrlednesday, August 3l-, 2011-, and thereafter was duly signed by t,he Chairperson or Vice Chairperson of the City of Vernon. ,AExecuted this b day of SepEember, 20LL, at Vernon, California. (sner,1 -4 ))ss ) EXHIBIT A VERNON HOUSING COMMISSION CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE The Political Reform Act of 1974, as amended (Govemment Code Sections 81000, et seq.), requires state and local government agencies to adopt conflict of interest codes. The City Council of the City of Vernon has further adopted Ordinance No. I 183 which requires the Vernon Housing Commission to adopt a Conflict of Interest Code, The Fair Political Practices Commission has adopted a regulation, 2 California Code of Regulations Section 18730, which contains the tirms of a standard conflict of interest code which may be incorporated by reference and which may be amended by the Fair Political Practices Commission after public notice and hearing to conform to amendments of the Political Reform Act. The terms of the standard conflict of interest code in 2 California Code of Regulations Sectiotl 18730and any amendments thereto, along with Appendix A and Appendix B in which officials and employees are designated and disclosure categories are established, are hereby incorporated by reference and shall constitute the Conflict of Interest Code of the Vernon Housing Commission. Vernon Housing Commissioners shall not be financially interested in any contract made by the Vernon Hopsing Commission or in any contac,t they make in their capacity qs,Cornrnissioners as provided in Government Code Sections 1090, et seq. A Commissioner shall not be considered to be financiatly interested in a contract if his or her interest is included within a legally recognized exception. APPENDIX A VERNON HOUSING COMMISSION CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE DESIGNATED POSITIONS Designated Positions Commissioner Commission Director Secretary Treasurer Commission Counsel Consultants* Disclosure Categories *Consultants who fill a "designated position" must file in the same manner as an employee in the same "designated position" would be required to file. With respect to consultants who do not fill a "designated position" listed herein, the Commission Director shall determine in writing if a particuiar consultant performs arunge of duties requiring disclosure under this Conflict of interest Code. The Commission Director's written determination shallinclude a description of the consultant's duties and a statement of the disclosure required. A copy of that determination is a public record and shall be retained for public inspection in the samernanner and'location as this Conflict of Interest Code. I I I I I APPENDIX B VERNON HOUSING COMMISSION CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE DISCLOSURE CATEGORIES There shall be one disclosure category, Disclosure Category 1. Each person in a designated position listed in Appendix A must disclose the following interests on his or her Statements of Economic Interests (Form 700). Disclosure Category I (a) Interests in real property located in the City of Vernon, including property within a two mile radius of the City or property within two miles of residential property owned or used by the City. (b) Investments or business positions in sources which provide services, goods, supplies, materials, equipment or machinery of the type utilized by the Vernon Housing Commission. -(c) Income, includ.ing loans, gifts and travelpayments, from sources which: (1) Have an intmest in residential property in the City, including residential property within a two mile radius of the City or residential property within two miles of residential property owned or used by the City; or (2) Provide serices, goods, supplies, materials, equipment or machinery of the type utilized by the Vemon Housing Commission. Recommendation 2014 Local Agency Biennial Notice Vernon Housing CommissionName of Agency: Mailing Address: Contact Person: 4305 Santa Fe Avenue, Vernon, CA 90058 Phone No: E-Mail: Accurate disclosure is essential to monitor whether officials have conflicts of interest and to help ensure public trust in government. The biennial review examines current programs to ensure that the agency's code includes disclosure by those agency officials who make or participate in making governmental decisions. This agency has reviewed its conflict of interest code and has determined that (check one box): @ An amendment is required, The following amendments are necessary: (Mark all that apply.) o lnclude new positions (including consultants) that must be designated . Revise disclosure categories . Revise the titles of existing positions o Delete positions that no longer make or participate in makrng governmental decisions o Other (describe) I The code is currently under review by the code reviewing body. I No amendment is required. (lf your code is more than five years old, amendments may be necessary.) Verification This agency's conflict of interest code accurately designates all positions that make or padicipate in the making of governmental decisions. The disclosure categories ass,gned to those positions accurately require the disclosure of all investments, bus,ness pos,tlons, interests in real prcpefty, and sources of income that may foreseeably be affected materially by the decisions made by those holding designated positions. The code includes all other provisions required by Government Code Section 87302. Signature of Chief Executive Officer Date Complete and return this notice regardless of how recently your code was approved or amended. Please return this notice no later than October l, 2014, or by the date specifled by your agency, if earlier, to: (PLACE RETURN ADDRESS OF THE CODE REVIEWING BODY HERE) PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS FORM TO THE FPPC California Fair Political Practices Commission wwwfppc.ca.gov 866-275-3772 advice@fppc.ca.9ov 6l'14 Proposed positions and disclosure categories: Vernon Commission Recommendation Recommended Disclosure Categori6s Chairperson 1,4,5 Vice Chairperson 1,4,5 Commissioner 1,4,5 Commission Counsel 't,4,5 Commission Director 1,4,5 Consultants Same as designated position Secretary 1,4,5 Treasurer 1,23 Proposed Housing Commission Disclosure Categories Individuals holding designated positions must report their interests according to the following corresponding disclosure categories to which their position has been assigned. Such individuals shall be required to disclose such interests to the extent that their economic interests may foreseeably be affected materially by any decision made or participated in by the individual by virtue of his or her position. 1. All Vernon Real Property. All interests in real property within the City of Vernon, within two miles of the City, or within two miles of any City controlled property. Real property used primarily as the official's personal residence (such as a home or personal vacation home) need not be disclosed. 2. All Vernon Investments. All investments and business positions from sources located in, doing business in, or planning to do business in the City of Vernon. 3. All Vernon Income and Gifts. All income, including loans, gifts and travel payments, from sources located in, doing business in, or planning to do business in the City of Vernon. 4. Vernon Housinq Investments. Investments or business positions in sources which provide services, goods, supplies, materials, equipment or machinery of the type utilized for City of Vernon controlled housing. 5. Vemon Housine Related Income and Gifts. Income, including loans, gifts and travel payments, from sources which: a. Have an interest in residential property in the City, within two miles of the City, or within two miles of residential property controlled by the City; or b. Provide services, goods, supplies, materials, equipment or machinery of the type utilized for City of Vemon controlled housing. CITY OF VERNON et. al. CONFLTCT OF INTEREST CODE The Political Reform Act of 1974, as amended (Govemment Code Sections 81000, et seq.), requires state and local government agencies to adopt conflict of interest codes. The Fair Political Practices Commission has adopted a regulation, 2 California Code of Regulations Section 18730, which contains the terms of a standard conflict of interest code which may be incorporated by reference and which may be amended by the Fair Political Practices Commission after public notice and hearing to conform to amendments of the Political Reform Act. The terms of the standard conflict of interest code in 2 California Code of Regulations Section 18730 and any amendments thereto, along with Appendix A and Appendix B in which officials and employees are designated and disclosure categories are established, are hereby incorporated by reference and shall constitute the Conflict of Interest Code. Members of the governing body shall not be financially interested in any contract made by the governing body or in any contract they make in their capacity as members of their respective governing body as provided in Government Code Sections 1090, et seq. A member shall not be considered to be financially interested in a contract if his or her interest is included within a legally recognized exception.