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Pomona City Council Closed Session Agenda: May 12, 2026

Original title: A) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(1)) Richard Martinez vs City of Pomona (ADJ 12638072) Consideration of Compromise and Release Agreement for Workers’ Compensation Claim B) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957) Acting, Interim, and/or Permanent City Clerk C) INITIATION OF LITIGATION (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(c)-One Case

May 18, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This meeting involves the potential expenditure of public funds for a legal settlement and the selection of a key administrative official, the City Clerk, which impacts city record-keeping and election management.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Richard Martinez

His workers' compensation claim is the subject of a proposed settlement agreement.

City Clerk

The position is subject to a new appointment, which may change the individual serving in the role.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 18, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The Pomona City Council and Housing Authority will meet in a to discuss a workers' compensation settlement, the appointment of a City Clerk, and the initiation of a new legal case.

Key Facts

  • The City Council and Housing Authority will hold a closed session meeting on May 12, 2026.
  • The Council will consider a 'Compromise and Release Agreement' regarding a workers' compensation claim filed by Richard Martinez (Case ADJ 12638072).
  • The Council will discuss the appointment of an Acting, Interim, or Permanent City Clerk.
  • The Council will discuss the initiation of one new legal case under Government Code Section 54956.9(c).
  • The meeting is categorized as a 'Closed Session,' meaning it is not open to the general public.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I attend this meeting?
No, this is a '' meeting, which is restricted to the City Council and necessary staff, and is not open to the public.
What is a 'Compromise and Release Agreement'?
It is a legal settlement agreement that typically resolves a in exchange for a specified payment, releasing the city from further liability regarding that specific claim.

Why It Matters

This meeting involves the potential expenditure of public funds for a legal settlement and the selection of a key administrative official, the City Clerk, which impacts city record-keeping and election management.

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Administrative Turnover

The agenda indicates a potential change in the City Clerk position, which is a critical administrative role for the city.

City of Pomona

Connected Entities

other26-1395“File number for the agenda item.”Map →
organizationCity of Pomona“The municipal government body holding the meeting.”Map →
otherADJ 12638072“Case number for the workers' compensation claim.”Map →
personRichard Martinez“Plaintiff in a workers' compensation lawsuit against the City of Pomona.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

webapi.legistar.com

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  • Controversy20
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  • Entertainment10
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