20230614 Vernon Housing Commission Agenda PacketRegular Housing Commission Meeting Agenda June 14, 2023
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Agenda
City of Vernon
Regular Vernon Housing Commission Meeting
Wednesday, June 14, 2023, 6:00 PM
City Hall, Council Chamber
4305 Santa Fe Avenue, Vernon, California
Juliet Goff, Chair, Chair
Jorge Nevarez, Jr., Vice Chair
Ronit Edry, Commissioner
Steven Froberg, Commissioner
Leticia Lopez, Commissioner
Steve Spanks, Commissioner
Marlene Ybarra, Commissioner
The public is encouraged to view the meeting at https://www.cityofvernon.org/webinar-vhc or by
calling (408) 638-0968, Meeting ID 867-1949-9155#. You may address the Commission via Zoom
or submit comments to PublicComment@cityofvernon.org with the meeting date and item number
in the subject line.
CALL TO ORDER
FLAG SALUTE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT
At this time the public is encouraged to address the 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.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Quarterly City Housing Report
Recommendation:
Receive and file the June 2023 Quarterly Housing Report.
Regular Housing Commission Meeting Agenda June 14, 2023
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CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are to be approved with one motion. Items may be
removed from the Consent Calendar for individual consideration. Removed items will be
considered immediately following the Consent Calendar.
2. Meeting Minutes
Recommendation:
Approve the March 8, 2023 Regular Vernon Housing Commission Meeting Minutes.
NEW BUSINESS
3. Housing Lotteries for City-Owned Housing
Recommendation:
Conduct housing lotteries to establish randomized order to fill City-owned housing vacancies
at 3390 50th Street (two-bedroom apartment), and 3560 Vernon Avenue (two-bedroom
house).
ORAL REPORTS
4. Brief Reports, Announcements, or Directives to Staff
ADJOURNMENT
On June 8, 2023, the foregoing agenda was posted in accordance with the applicable legal
requirements. Regular and Adjourned Regular meeting agendas may be amended up to 72
hours and Special meeting agendas may be amended up to 24 hours in advance of the meeting.
Vernon Housing Commission Agenda Report
Meeting Date:June 14, 2023
From:Daniel S. Wall, P.E., Director of Public Works
Department:Public Works
Submitted by:Daniel S. Wall, P.E., Director of Public Works
Subject
Quarterly City Housing Report
Recommendation
Receive and file the June 2023 Quarterly Housing Report.
Background
Staff will present the Quarterly City Housing Report for the period from March 2023 through May
2023. The report highlights rent, occupancy, inspections, and repairs. In conjunction with the
quarterly update, City staff will provide the commission a summary of housing related inquiries.
Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.
Attachments
1. June 2023 Quarterly Housing Report
Vernon Housing
Commission
June 14, 2023
Daniel Wall - Director of Public Works
Quarterly Report
Overview
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1.Rent Register
2.Occupancy
3.Summary of Calls Received
4.Operations
5.Closing
Public Works effectively manages City-owned
housing and strives to provide outstanding service
to its tenants.
Rent Register
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•Outstanding balance as of 6/1/2023 is $14,760.45
•Staff is resuming pre-pandemic practices for past due
notifications and working with tenants to eliminate
outstanding balances
Occupancy
Block Properties Occupied Unoccupied
Furlong 10 10 No Vacancies
50th 8 7 3390 50th*
Fruitland 6 6 No Vacancies
Vernon 2 1 3560 Vernon*
*Ready to occupy – Lottery scheduled for Regular VHC Meeting of June 14, 2023.
Summary of Calls Received
5
Month Calls
Rcvd
Types of Calls Avg. Days
To
CompleteRepairsQuestionsHousing
Inquiries Other
March 4 4 < 1 day
April 3 3 < 1 day
May 7 7 < 1 day
Totals 14 14 < 1 day
Operations
●All service requests addressed
●Vernon Units
●DTSC Lead Abatement completed
●Improved landscaping/privacy
●Spring 2023 Safety Inspections completed
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Public Works:
1.Follows established VHC Policies and Procedures in
management practices including filling vacancies via lottery
2.Actively inspects and maintains City-owned residential
properties in accordance with best practices for landlords
3.Manages housing costs in a fiscally responsible manner within
the budget approved by the City Council
4.Stays abreast of current issues impacting City-owned
properties and tenants (environmental, rental assistance, etc.)
5.Engages tenants through proactive and legally compliant
communications to inform of actions and invite feedback
6.Plans for the future of housing in Vernon
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In Closing...
Vernon Housing Commission Agenda Report
Meeting Date:June 14, 2023
From:Lisa Pope, City Clerk
Department:City Clerk
Submitted by:Sandra Dolson, Administrative Secretary
Subject
Meeting Minutes
Recommendation
Approve the March 8, 2023 Regular Vernon Housing Commission Meeting Minutes.
Background
Staff has prepared and submits the minutes for approval.
Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.
Attachments
1. March 8, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes
MINUTES
VERNON HOUSING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8, 2023
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 4305 SANTA FE AVENUE
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chair Nevarez called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE
Vice Chair Nevarez led the Flag Salute.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Jorge Nevarez, Jr., Vice Chair
Steven Froberg, Commissioner
Ronit Edry, Commissioner (arrived at 6:08 p.m.)
Leticia Lopez, Commissioner
Steven Spanks, Commissioner
Marlene Ybarra, Commissioner
ABSENT:
Juliet Goff, Chair
STAFF PRESENT:
Carlos Fandino. City Administrator
Zaynah Moussa, City Attorney
Lisa Pope, City Clerk
Dan Wall, Public Works Director
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
MOTION
Commissioner Lopez moved and Commissioner Ybarra seconded a motion to
approve the agenda. The question was called and the motion carried 5-0, Chair
Goff and Commissioner Edry absent.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
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March 8, 2023
PRESENTATIONS
1. Quarterly City Housing Report
Public Works Director Wall presented the staff report.
In response to questions, Public Works Director Wall discussed the improvements
in the Fruitland Avenue units, including flooring and tile replacement.
MOTION
Commissioner Lopez moved and Commissioner Ybarra seconded a motion to
receive and file the March 2023 Quarterly City Housing Report. The question was
called and the motion carried 6-0, Chair Goff absent.
CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION
Commissioner Lopez moved and Commissioner Froberg seconded a motion to
approve the Consent Calendar. The question was called and the motion carried 6-
0, Chair Goff absent.
The Consent Calendar consisted of the following item:
3. Approval of Minutes
Recommendation: Approve the December 14, 2022 Regular Vernon Housing
Commission meeting minutes.
NEW BUSINESS
3. Revised Vernon Housing Commission Procedures
Public Works Director Wall presented the staff report.
Melissa Ybarra expressed confusion on the process for relocation of existing
tenants. She explained the benefit of transfers to the City , as transfers often result
in increased rent.
In response to questions, Public Works Director Wall discussed the means of
advertising; application process for specific units; timing for the application period;
online applications; annual review and Commission approval of procedures; and
transfer unit request process.
MOTION
Commissioner Edry moved and Commissioner Lopez seconded a motion to adopt
revised New Tenant Lease Procedures and Occupant Relocation Procedures. The
question was called and the motion carried 6-0, Chair Goff absent.
Regular Vernon Housing Commission Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 3
March 8, 2023
ORAL REPORTS
4. Brief Reports, Announcements, or Directives to Staff
City Administrator Fandino announced public review period for the Housing
Element; WEA Outreach; distribution of the Residents Newsletter; Sustainability
IRP Survey; Spring Event on March 23, 2023, from 5-7 p.m.; Job Fair on April 6,
2023; and General Municipal Election on April 11, 2023.
Commissioner Lopez requested revisiting the new procedures in six months.
CONSENSUS
By consensus, the Commission agreed to revisit the procedures at its September
13, 2023 meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business, Vice Chair Nevarez adjourned the meeting at 6:43 p.m.
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JULIET GOFF, Chair
ATTEST:
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LISA POPE, City Clerk
(seal)
Vernon Housing Commission Agenda Report
Meeting Date:June 14, 2023
From:Lisa Pope, City Clerk
Department:City Clerk
Submitted by:Lisa Pope, City Clerk
Subject
Housing Lotteries for City-Owned Housing
Recommendation
Conduct housing lotteries to establish randomized order to fill City-owned housing vacancies at
3390 50th Street (two-bedroom apartment), and 3560 Vernon Avenue (two-bedroom house).
Background
Pursuant to the New Tenant Lease Procedures, and to ensure that the selection process for new
tenants remains equitable and transparent, the City conducts a housing lottery when a City-
owned housing unit becomes available. The housing lottery is a random draw of all names on
the Housing Interest and Unit Transfer lists and establishes a randomized order by which a
vacancy shall be offered. The New Tenant Lease Procedures and housing lottery information are
available on the City's website at www.cityofvernon.org/housing.
Currently, the City has the following vacancies that require a lottery:
•Two-bedroom apartment at 3390 50th Street; and
•Two-bedroom house at 3560 Vernon Avenue.
Pursuant to New Tenant Lease Procedures Section 2, the Notice of Available Housing was
posted at City Hall on April 25, 2023; published in the Los Angeles Wave (Huntington Park
Bulletin) on April 27, 2023; widely publicized on the City's website and social media outlets; sent
via direct mail to Vernon businesses; provided to the Vernon Chamber of Commerce; and
advertised on Zillow (and Zillow affiliated websites). The new online interest form submission
system has yielded a tremendous response.
Per New Tenant Lease Procedures Section 3 and Occupant Relocation Procedures Section B,
all Interest Forms and Transfer Requests received by June 7, 2023, are included in the lotteries.
Forms Received by June 7, 2023 Quantity
Transfer Requests for 3390 50th Street 0
Transfer Requests for 3560 Vernon Avenue 0
Interest Forms for 3390 50th Street 106
Interest Forms for 3560 Vernon Avenue 169
Two separate lotteries will be conducted for the two separate units. An Interest Confirmation List
for each of the lotteries is available online at: www.cityofvernon.org/VernonHousingLottery.
Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.
Attachments
1. Notice of Available Units
CITY OF VERNON
NOTICE OF AVAILABLE HOUSING
The City of Vernon has the following available housing units for rent:
3560 Vernon Avenue - 2 bedroom / 1 bathroom house - $1,840 per month
3390 50th Street – 2 bedroom / 1 bathroom apartment - $1,840 per month
Pursuant to the City of Vernon Housing Commission New Tenant Lease Procedures, a lottery
will be conducted on June 14, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers.
Housing Interest and Unit Transfer Request Forms are available on the City’s website at
cityofvernon.org/vernonhousinglottery. To be entered in the June 14, 2023 lottery,
applications must be submitted online no later than June 7, 2023, 5:30 p.m. For additional
information, contact the Public Works Department at (323) 826-1472.
Additional information on City-owned housing units is available at
cityofvernon.org/cityhousing.
Posted: Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Publish: Thursday, April 27, 2023
Lisa Pope, City Clerk