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La Verne approves two‑year facility‑use agreement with LV GSA, requires Live Scan checks and concussion protocols
Summary
Council approved a two‑year Youth Sports facility use agreement with La Verne Girls Softball Association (LV GSA) that requires 51% La Verne residency among participants, $1 million liability insurance, compliance with AB 506 (Live Scan/background checks) and AB 20007 (concussion protocols), and seasonal fees; staff will audit residency and scheduling.
The La Verne City Council approved a two‑year facility‑use agreement with the La Verne Girls Softball Association (LV GSA) that will run Jan. 1, 2025 through Dec. 31, 2027, with two‑year extension options.
Director Ivonne Duran told the council the standardized template is intended to bring consistency and accountability to all youth sports organizations that use city fields. Key provisions require organizations to maintain at least 51% La Verne residency among participants, provide $1 million in liability insurance, comply with AB 506 (Live Scan/background checks for administrators, coaches and volunteers) and AB 20007 (concussion education and emergency action plans), and pay seasonal fees (a $500 season lump sum; $1,000 for snack‑bar usage). Staff said audits will be conducted to verify residency and eligibility.
Why it matters: Council members and advocates said the agreement improves safety and operational transparency after years of informal field use. The contract clarifies maintenance responsibilities (city handles general upkeep; LV GSA will perform field‑specific tasks such as lining and infield watering as agreed), scheduling access, and financial oversight of seasonal funds.
Public input and council action: Multiple parents and sport volunteers addressed the council in support, emphasizing the importance of Live Scan checks and concussion safety; an LV GSA pilot and the presence of a new LV GSA board were noted during discussion. The council voted to approve the agreement.
