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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pomona public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Historic significance of 1087 East Phillips Boulevard
Another owner is seeking a formal ruling that their 1087 East Phillips Boulevard house is not historic. Staff agrees, pointing to bungalow-architecture context materials and building permits.
Masonic Hall exterior modification at 395 South Thomas Street
An owner in the Landmark Quarter Historic District wants to change the south exterior stairs and make changes to the north side of the building. Since it's in a historic district, the changes need a Certificate of Appropriateness with a modification. Staff is recommending the commission approve it.
Historic significance of 1836 South White Avenue
A property owner is asking the city to formally decide whether their 1836 South White Avenue house is historic. Staff reviewed permits, photos, and the city's historic context statement and believes it isn't — which would free the owner from historic-review requirements.
RLUIPA and local land use
The Commission discussed the federal Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act, which limits how much cities can restrict religious institutions' use of land. It matters for how Pomona handles houses of worship and similar projects.
Code of Ethics for City Officials
Pomona's Ethics Commission was scheduled to review the final draft of a Code of Ethics and Conduct that would set standards for how city officials behave. If approved, it goes to the City Council, which would decide whether to adopt it.
Fairplex local historic district
Part of the Fairplex is now Pomona's sixth local historic district, protecting grandstands, exhibit halls, the show barn and other 1922-1961 structures. The site's history includes the WWII Japanese American assembly center and a POW camp, and council members want National Register status pursued.
Preservation of McDonald's #7 (1954)
The second-oldest original McDonald's building in the country is now a designated local landmark. The owner wanted to sell for demolition, but the council pledged grants, Mills Act tax relief, and partnership to rehabilitate the building.