The City of Pomona
Pomona is a city in eastern Los Angeles County, California, United States. Pomona is located in the Pomona Valley, between the Inland Empire and the San Gabriel Valley. At the 2020 census, the city's population is about 151,713.
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1888
Information Technology
Department Size
6+
Challenge
The City faced significant challenges in maintaining and optimizing its digital assets, including websites and mobile applications. Ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) while providing a seamless user experience (UX) for both the public and city personnel was paramount. Additionally, there was a need to improve the online presence across various departments, integrate diverse digital tools, and effectively analyze digital data for informed decision-making.
Results
As the lead on this initiative, I took a proactive, hands-on approach to project management and strategic vendor collaboration to address key challenges. I spearheaded the creation of an in-house style guide, bringing departments together to build a cohesive digital identity and ensure compliance. To address accessibility, I introduced digital tools and software, optimizing design workflows, communication processes, and overall efficiency.
I led the design and implementation of accessible, user-friendly web and mobile interfaces, driving increased user engagement and satisfaction. My efforts ensured full compliance with ADA and WCAG standards, making our digital assets inclusive for all. By deploying analytics tools like Google Analytics, I improved user data tracking and analysis, facilitating data-driven enhancements to our digital platforms.
Collaborating across departments, I unified our digital presence, significantly expanding outreach and efficiency. My strategic approach and collaboration delivered a successful digital transformation, addressing accessibility needs and elevating the user experience.
60%
Increase in brand awareness
25%
Increase in the SDLC process
85%
ADA Compliance
Processes
"With our new visual branding and improved accessibility, Leon's initiatives are driving our transformation into a more modern and progressive city."

Sam Wong
IT & Innovation Director | The City of Pomona
Conclusion
The strategic approach I led to enhance Pomona’s digital infrastructure yielded improvements in accessibility, user engagement, and data analysis capabilities. My hands-on project management, combined with the creation of an in-house style guide, ensured that our digital assets were inclusive and presented a cohesive city identity. The collaborative efforts I coordinated across departments resulted in a more unified and effective online presence. Overall, my leadership in this digital transformation has positioned Pomona to better serve its residents through optimized digital services and a strong commitment to accessibility and user experience.