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MontebelloCA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$660,700 Typical home value $825,165 +1.5% yr/yr · +19% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (18)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
- Jimenez — Councilmember
- Melendez — Councilmember
- Peralta — Councilmember
- Alonzo
- Tamayo
Who’s on the Parks and Recreation Commission
- Carlin — Commissioner
- Jimenez — Commissioner
- Takeyama — Commissioner
- Ulloa — Commissioner
- Castaneda — Commissioner
- Luevano — Commissioner
- Lepe — Commissioner
Who’s on the Planning Commission
- Cuevas — Commissioner
- Lomeli — Commissioner
- Morales — Commissioner
- Valdez — Commissioner
- Medina — Commissioner
- Lopez — Commissioner
Development activity
2025135 housing units ($54.3M)
🗳️ Election results (7 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council District 2 2024-11-05
Scarlet Peralta ✓ 2,849 · David Nicholas Torres ✓ 2,012 · Joellaann "Joella" Valdez 1,723 · Jack Hadjinian 1,066
City Council District 5 2022-11-08
ANGIE JIMENEZ ✓ 770 · RICK ALONZO 686 · JOSEPH R. SANCHEZ 233 · EDUARDO GARFIAS 103
City Council District 4 2022-11-08
David Torres ✓ 1,227 · DAVID TORRES ✓ 1,227 · Angie Jimenez ✓ 770 · Rafael Gutierrez 911 · RAFAEL GUTIERREZ 911 · Rick Alonzo 686
City Council District 3 2022-11-08
SALVADOR MELENDEZ ✓ 961 · MARIE LEDEZMA 880
City Council District 2 2022-11-08
SCARLET PERALTA ✓ 1,479 · STEVEN ANDRADE 717
City Council District 1 2022-11-08
Scarlet Peralta ✓ 1,479 · GEORGINA TAMAYO ✓ 1,205 · Georgina Tamayo ✓ 1,205 · Salvador Melendez ✓ 961 · KIMBERLY A. COBOS-CAWTHORNE 1,041 · Kimberly A. Cobos-Cawthorne 1,041
City Council 2020-11-03
Scarlet Peralta ✓ 10,658 · David Torres ✓ 9,408 · Jack Hadjinian 5,313 · Rosemarie "Rosie" Vasquez 4,461 · Joella Valdez 4,199 · Joseph Sanchez 1,742
🗳️ Ballot measures (1)
Propositions decided directly by voters.
Recall R1
2024-11-05 · Passed — 2,018 yes / 1,155 no
Upcoming
Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 18:00
Traffic and Safety Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
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PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 AT 6:30 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS
ARMANDO MEDINA, CHAIR
NATALIA LOMELI, VICE CHAIR
VICTOR CUEVAS, PLANNING COMMISSIONER
ALICIA MORALES, PLANNING COMMISSIONER
VACANT, PLANNING COMMISSIONER
CITY STAFF
JOSEPH PALOMBI, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
VIVIANA ESPARZA, PLANNING MANAGER
JILLIAN PICADO, SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
September 1, 2026: Planning Commission Meeting
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NOTICES
This Planning Commission Meeting will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers, 1600
West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be live streamed and can be watched on the City’s
website and YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on
Spectrum Public Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) any person with
a disability who requires special accommodations in order to participate in a meeting should contact Jillian Picado at
(323) 887-1218 Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Please call 48 hours prior to the meeting to ensure that
reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II
1203). If you require translation ser …
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:00
Personnel Advisory Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00
Traffic and Safety Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:00
Traffic and Safety Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:00
Personnel Advisory Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 18:00
Personnel Advisory Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Mon Nov 30, 2026 · 18:00
Traffic and Safety Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 18:00
Personnel Advisory Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Wed Dec 23, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 18:00
Traffic and Safety Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 18:00
Traffic and Safety Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 18:00
Personnel Advisory Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Wed Jan 27, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 18:00
Traffic and Safety Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Wed Feb 24, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Wed Mar 24, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Mon Mar 29, 2027 · 18:00
Traffic and Safety Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Mon Apr 26, 2027 · 18:00
Traffic and Safety Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Wed Apr 28, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Tue May 4, 2027 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Thu May 20, 2027 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Wed May 26, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Mon May 31, 2027 · 18:00
Traffic and Safety Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Thu Jun 17, 2027 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Wed Jun 23, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Mon Jun 28, 2027 · 18:00
Traffic and Safety Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Thu Jul 15, 2027 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Mon Jul 26, 2027 · 18:00
Traffic and Safety Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Wed Jul 28, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Thu Aug 19, 2027 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Wed Aug 25, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Thu Sep 16, 2027 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Wed Sep 22, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Thu Oct 21, 2027 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Thu Nov 18, 2027 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Thu Dec 16, 2027 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to cancel bus stop project due to $9.6M funding deficit
The Montebello City Council will consider canceling the Bus Stop Improvement Project due to a $9.6 million funding deficit, while also deciding on bids for a senior center remodel and several contracts. The agenda includes consent items for paving, grants, and service agreements, plus closed-session litigation updates.
- Cancel Bus Stop Improvement Project due to $9.6M deficit
- Adopt plans and solicit bids for Senior Center Basement Remodel at 115 S. Taylor Ave
- Approve $17,367 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for police overtime
- Award $1,475,728 agreement to LA CADA for Operation Stay Safe tiny homes
- Lease six police patrol vehicles with The Bancorp, N.A.
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1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
Georgina Tamayo, Mayor
Danielle Romero, Mayor Pro Tem
Scarlet Peralta, Councilmember
Ric Alonzo, Councilmember
Salvador Melendez, Councilmember
CITY MANAGER
Raul Alvarez
CITY TREASURER
David Matanga
CITY ATTORNEY
Arnold M. Alvarez-Glasman
CITY CLERK
Christopher Jimenez
DEPARTMENT HEADS
Assistant City Manager
Fire Chief
Police Chief
Director of City Clerk Services
Director of Finance
Director of Human Resources
Director of Planning/Community Development
Director of Public Works
Director of Recreation and Community Services
Director of Transportation
Angelica Palmeros
Fernando Pelaez
Luis Lopez
Kimberly Guillen
Michael Solorza
Ramon Figueroa
Joseph Palombi
Cesar Roldan
David Sosnowski
John Soria
August 26, 2026: City Council Meeting
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NOTICES
This City Council Meeting ("Council") will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers, 1600
West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be live-streamed and can be watched on the City’s
website and YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on
Spectrum Public Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Remote: To watch the meeting and provide Live Comm …
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:00
Personnel Advisory Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
Parks Commission to review special events, approve July minutes
The Montebello Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to receive an update from the Special Events/Programs Ad Hoc Committee and to approve the minutes from its July 16, 2026 regular meeting. Staff will also provide updates on aquatic programming, youth flag football, the playschool program, the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, and the Montebello Classic Car Show. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or contracts on the agenda.
- Receive and file Special Events/Programs Ad Hoc Committee update
- Approve minutes from July 16, 2026 regular meeting
- Staff update on Aquatic Programming
- Staff update on Youth Flag Football
- Staff update on 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony and Montebello Classic Car Show
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1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
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PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2026 AT 5:30 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
COMMISSION MEMBERS
OLAF LUEVANO, CHAIRPERSON
OLIVER JIMENEZ, VICE CHAIRPERSON
JOSHUA ULLOA, COMMISSIONER
DESTINY CASTANEDA, COMMISSIONER
CITY STAFF
DAVID SOSNOWSKI, DIRECTOR
VERONICA RAMIREZ, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
LAURIE AGUILAR, SENIOR MANAGEMENT ANALYST
LIZETTE GUERRERO, MANAGEMENT ANALYST
August 20, 2026: Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting
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NOTICES
This Commission/Committee Meeting will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers, 1600
West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be live-streamed and can be watched on the City’s
website and YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on the
Spectrum Public Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) any person with
a disability who requires special accommodations in order to participate in a meeting should contact Laurie Aguilar at
(323) 887-1200 ext. 1374 Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Please call 48 hours prior to the meeting to ensure
that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II
1203). If you require translation services, plea …
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to approve $999,851 sidewalk project completion and $531,574 homeless funding
The Montebello City Council will consider accepting the completed Citywide Sidewalk Improvements Project and approving its final contract amount, along with accepting Measure A homeless funding. The agenda also includes several routine items such as blanket purchase orders, contract amendments, and a speed survey resolution.
- Accept Citywide Sidewalk Improvements Project (CP 941) with final contract amount of $999,851 to Precision Concrete Cutting, Inc.
- Approve blanket purchase orders for fire equipment totaling up to $1,000,000 across seven vendors.
- Accept $531,574 in Measure A homeless funding from Los Angeles County for FY 2026-27.
- Adopt Resolution No. 26-53 approving the 2026 Engineering and Traffic Speed Survey with changes to ten street segments.
- Approve lease agreement with Southern California Edison for use of Ashiya Park.
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
Georgina Tamayo, Mayor
Danielle Romero, Mayor Pro Tem
Scarlet Peralta, Councilmember
Ric Alonzo, Councilmember
Salvador Melendez, Councilmember
CITY MANAGER
Raul Alvarez
CITY TREASURER
David Matanga
CITY ATTORNEY
Arnold M. Alvarez-Glasman
CITY CLERK
Christopher Jimenez
DEPARTMENT HEADS
Assistant City Manager
Fire Chief
Police Chief
Director of City Clerk Services
Director of Finance
Director of Human Resources
Director of Planning/Community Development
Director of Public Works
Director of Recreation and Community Services
Director of Transportation
Angelica Palmeros
Fernando Pelaez
Luis Lopez
Kimberly Guillen
Michael Solorza
Ramon Figueroa
Joseph Palombi
Cesar Roldan
David Sosnowski
John Soria
August 12, 2026: City Council Meeting Page 2 of 10
NOTICES
This City Council Meeting ("Council") will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers, 1600
West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be live streamed and can be watched on the City’s
website and YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on
Spectrum Public Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Remote: To watch the meeting and provide Live Comments on Ag …
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
Montebello Planning Commission meeting on August 4, 2026 cancelled
The Montebello Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 4, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. was cancelled. The cancellation notice was posted and distributed on July 29, 2026. The next meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2026.
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
PLANNING COMMISSION
NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regular scheduled meeting of the City of Montebello Planning
Commission scheduled for Tuesday, August 04, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at Montebello City Hall, 1600
West Beverly Boulevard, Council Chambers is hereby cancelled.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning Commission will be held on Tuesday,
August 18, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the same location.
Dated: July 29, 2026
I, Jillian Picado, Senior Administrative Assistant hereby certify that the foregoing Notice of
Cancellation for the City of Montebello Planning Commission meeting to be held on August 04,
2026, at 6:30 p.m., was cancelled and that a copy of said Notice of Cancellation was posted at
City Hall, the City’s website, and delivered to each member of the Planning Commission all on
July 29, 2026.
____________________________________
Jillian Picado, Senior Administrative Assistant
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 18:00
Personnel Advisory Commission
Civil Service Commission to continue appeal hearing
The Civil Service Commission will meet to conduct a continuation of an appeal hearing. The commission will also consider the approval of minutes from three previous meetings.
- Continuation of appeal hearing pursuant to Montebello Municipal Code Chapter 2.60 and Civil Service Rules Section 261
- Approval of May 26, 2026 meeting minutes
- Approval of May 28, 2026 meeting minutes
- Approval of June 03, 2026 meeting minutes
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CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, JULY 28, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
COMMISSION MEMBERS
Alexandra Briseno, Chairperson
Delia Delgado, Vice-Chairperson
Henry Fimbres, Commissioner
Richard Jimenez, Commissioner
George Pacheco, Commissioner
CITY STAFF
Ramon Figueroa, Director of Human Resources
Grant Leggette II, Assistant Director of Human Resources
Nicole Mooshagian, Human Resources Manager
July 28, 2026: Civil Service Commission Meeting Page 2 of 4
NOTICES
This Civil Service Commission Meeting will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers,
1600 West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be live-streamed and can be watched on
the City’s website and YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed
on the Spectrum Public Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), any person with
a disability who requires special accommodations in order to participate in a meeting should contact Nicole Mooshagian
at (323) 887-1200 ext. 1108, Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Please call 48 hours prior to the meeting to
ensure that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA
Title II 1203). If you require transl …
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 18:00
Traffic and Safety Commission
1600 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to file report on Washington Boulevard development moratorium
The City Council will meet to receive and file a required 10-day report regarding a temporary moratorium on certain development applications. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss current and anticipated litigation.
- Report on Urgency Ordinance No. 2495 regarding a 45-day moratorium on Senate Bill 79 development applications in the Washington Boulevard Transit-Oriented Development Specific Plan Area
- Closed session regarding existing litigation: Michael Chee v. City of Montebello (Case No. 24STCV01736)
- Closed session regarding the threat of litigation in one matter
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
CALL AND NOTICE OF A SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
MONDAY, JULY 27, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
TELECONFERENCE LOCATION FOR
COUNCILMEMBER ALONZO
3920 TERMINAL DR
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84122
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting for the City of Montebello City Council is hereby called to be held
on Monday, July 27, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, Council Chambers, located at 1600 West Beverly Boulevard,
Montebello, CA 90640. The meeting will be live-streamed and can be watched on the City’s website and YouTube Channel
via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on Spectrum Public Access Channel 3 for all
Spectrum cable subscribers.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Remote: To watch the meeting and provide Live Comments on Agenda Items under Public Comment during the Meeting,
join the Teams Webinar by calling: 917-768-4786 or using the Teams App with the following link:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/212521955537737?p=I4Fdq54unzY6491ijl
In-Person: Members of the public who wish to participate during the Public Comment period(s) or provide testimony during
Public Hearings at City Council meetings may attend the meeting in person. The public may only address the City Council
during this Special Meeting on items which have been described in the notice of this meeting, in accordance with
Government Code Section 54954.3(a). Speakers will …
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
Commission will decide on a conditional use permit for a new Planet Fitness gym
The Montebello Planning Commission will approve the minutes from its June 16, 2026 meeting. It will hold public hearings and consider two conditional use permits: one to allow on‑sale beer and wine at Los Sabores de Mexico (1105 West Whittier Boulevard) and another to establish a Planet Fitness gym in the Montebello Mix shopping center (802 West Beverly Boulevard). Both projects are recommended for conditional approval and are found exempt from CEQA.
- Approve Planning Commission minutes – June 16, 2026
- Conditional Use Permit PC-2026-0020-CUP for an on‑sale beer and wine license at 1105 West Whittier Boulevard (Los Sabores de Mexico)
- Conditional Use Permit PC-2026-0021-CUP to allow a new Planet Fitness gym at 802 West Beverly Boulevard, remodeling approximately 17,609 sq ft
- Both projects recommended for conditional approval and determined exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
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PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026 AT 6:30 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS
ARMANDO MEDINA, CHAIR
NATALIA LOMELI, VICE CHAIR
VICTOR CUEVAS, PLANNING COMMISSIONER
ALICIA MORALES, PLANNING COMMISSIONER
VACANT, PLANNING COMMISSIONER
CITY STAFF
JOSEPH PALOMBI, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
VIVIANA ESPARZA, PLANNING MANAGER
JILLIAN PICADO, SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
July 21, 2026: Planning Commission Meeting Page 2 of 4
NOTICES
This Planning Commission Meeting will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers, 1600
West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be live streamed and can be watched on the City’s
website and YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on
Spectrum Public Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) any person with
a disability who requires special accommodations in order to participate in a meeting should contact Jillian Picado at
(323) 887-1218 Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Please call 48 hours prior to the meeting to ensure that
reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II
1203). If you require translation services, pleas …
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
Parks and Recreation Commission to fill vacant ad hoc committee seats
The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider filling vacant ad hoc committee assignments for the Arts & Culture, Special Events/Programs, and other committees. The agenda also includes approval of June 18, 2026, meeting minutes and staff updates on Concerts in the Park and the Downtown Street Fest. No major policy decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.
- Filling vacancies on Arts & Culture, Special Events/Programs, and other ad hoc committees
- Approval of minutes from June 18, 2026 regular meeting
- Staff communications on Concerts in the Park and Downtown Street Fest
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✓ Decided: Parks commission appoints members to two ad-hoc committees
The Montebello Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved two motions to appoint Commissioners Ulloa and Castaneda to the Arts and Culture and Special Events/Programs ad-hoc committees. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from the June 18, 2026 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Appointed Ulloa and Castaneda to Arts & Culture Committee (unanimous)
- Appointed Ulloa and Castaneda to Special Events/Programs Committee (unanimous)
- Approved June 18, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
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PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026 AT 5:30 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
COMMISSION MEMBERS
OLAF LUEVANO, CHAIRPERSON
OLIVER JIMENEZ, VICE CHAIRPERSON
JOSHUA ULLOA, COMMISSIONER
DESTINY CASTANEDA, COMMISSIONER
CITY STAFF
DAVID SOSNOWSKI, DIRECTOR
VERONICA RAMIREZ, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
LAURIE AGUILAR, SENIOR MANAGEMENT ANALYST
LIZETTE GUERRERO, MANAGEMENT ANALYST
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NOTICES
This Commission/Committee Meeting will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers, 1600
West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be live-streamed and can be watched on the City’s
website and YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on the
Spectrum Public Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) any person with
a disability who requires special accommodations in order to participate in a meeting should contact Laurie Aguilar at
(323) 887-1200 ext. 1374 Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Please call 48 hours prior to the meeting to ensure
that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II
1203). If you require translation services, please contact …
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
REGULAR PARKS AND RECREATION MEETING
MINUTES
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA 90640
OPENING CEREMONIES
CALL TO ORDER – Chairperson Luevano called the meeting to order at 5:34 p.m.
ROLL CALL – Members present were Chairperson Olaf Luevano, Vice Chairperson Jimenez, and
Commissioner Ulloa and Commissioner Castaneda.
STAFF PRESENT – Director David Sosnowski, Assistant Director Veronica Ramirez, and Sr.
Management Analyst Laurie Aguilar
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Chairperson Luevano
CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA – DIRECTOR – none.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – none.
CONSENT ITEM(S)
1.
SELECTION OF AD HOC COMMITTEE MEMBERS
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Parks and Recreation Commission
nominate and vote for members of the Arts and Culture and Special Event /Programs Ad-
Hoc Committee.
Commissioner Ulloa and Commissioner Castaneda nominated themselves for Arts & Culture
Committee. The motion was approved unanimously.
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Commissioner Ulloa and Commissioner Castaneda nominated themselves for Special Events/
Program Committee. The motion was approved unanimously.
MINUTES
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: JUNE 18, 2026, REGULAR PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
MEETING
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Parks and Recreation Commission approve
minutes as is.
Ch …
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City Council
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 18:00
Traffic and Safety Commission
Whittier Boulevard pedestrian safety analysis and enhancements at 11 crossings
The Traffic and Safety Commission will review a pedestrian safety analysis for 11 uncontrolled crossings on Whittier Boulevard and consider approving recommendations with cost estimates. They will also review the 2026 Engineering and Traffic Survey for speed limit changes and the 30% design of the Olympic Boulevard Complete Streets project. Several stop sign studies and blue curb applications for ADA parking are on the agenda.
- Whittier Boulevard pedestrian crossing safety analysis and recommended enhancements at 11 uncontrolled crossings
- Review of 2026 Engineering and Traffic Survey for updated speed limits on roadway segments
- Review of 30% design of CP-905 Olympic Boulevard Complete Streets project
- All-way stop sign studies at South Spruce Street/West Los Angeles Avenue and South 5th Street/West Los Angeles Avenue with recommendations to deny stops but add red curb
- Blue curb applications for ADA parking at 753 Bradshawe Street and 1345 Carob Way
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TRAFFIC AND SAFETY COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
COMMISSION MEMBERS
MARIA KNOX, CHAIR
SYLVIA TAKEYAMA, VICE-CHAIR
SANDRA HERNANDEZ, COMMISSIONER
RUBEN BEAS, COMMISSIONER
SONIA HOLGUIN, COMMISSIONER
CITY STAFF
RAUL ALVAREZ, CITY MANAGER
LUIS LOPEZ, POLICE CHIEF
TREVOR MORGAN, TRAFFIC SERGEANT
CESAR ROLDAN, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
JOSEPH PALOMBI, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
MATTHEW RAMOS, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ADAM MITCHELL, TRAFFIC SERGEANT
DENNIS D. BARNES, TRAFFIC ENGINEER
DANIEL GUTIERREZ, ASSISTANT ENGINEER
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NOTICES
This Traffic and Safety Commission Meeting will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers,
1600 West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be live streamed and can be watched on the
City’s website at: https://cityofmontebello.com/government/live-streaming.html, and may also be viewed on Spectrum
Public Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) any person with
a disability who requires special accommodations in order to participate in a meeting should contact Samantha Leyva
at (323) 887-1200 ext. 1483 Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m.-5:3 …
Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 19:00
General
Council to vote on up to $44M in lease revenue refunding bonds
The City Council and Public Financing Authority will consider adopting resolutions authorizing the issuance of Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds, 2026 Series A, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $44,000,000. The bonds would refund existing debt, and the city manager and finance director would be authorized to execute related documents. The meeting includes routine opening ceremonies, public comment, and adjournment to the next regular meeting on August 12, 2026.
- Adopt Resolution No. 26-51 and Resolution No. 26-01 authorizing up to $44 million in Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds, 2026 Series A
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
CITY COUNCIL AND PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
JOINT REGULAR MEETING
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026 AT 7:00 PM
TELECONFERENCE LOCATION FOR
MAYOR PRO TEM ROMERO:
6131 WEST SEEGER COURT
VISALIA, CA 93277
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
Georgina Tamayo, Mayor/Chairperson
Danielle Romero, Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chairperson
Scarlet Peralta, Councilmember/Member
Ric Alonzo, Councilmember/Member
Salvador Melendez, Councilmember/Member
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Raul Alvarez
CITY TREASURER
David Matanga
CITY ATTORNEY/AUTHORITY COUNSEL
Arnold M. Alvarez-Glasman
CITY CLERK/SECRETARY OF AUTHORITY
Christopher Jimenez
DEPARTMENT HEADS
Assistant City Manager
Fire Chief
Police Chief
Director of City Clerk Services
Director of Finance
Director of Planning/Community Development
Director of Public Works
Director of Recreation and Community Services
Director of Transportation
Angelica Palmeros
Fernando Pelaez
Luis Lopez
Kimberly Guillen
Michael Solorza
Joseph Palombi
Cesar Roldan
David Sosnowski
John Soria
June 24, 2026: City Council and Public Financing Authority Meeting
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NOTICES
This City Council/Public Financing Authority Joint Regular Meeting ("Council"/"PFA") will be held in person and will meet
at City Hall – City Council Chambers, 1600 West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be
live str …
Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to approve exclusive negotiation agreement for downtown redevelopment
The Montebello City Council will consider several public‑hearing items, including two assessments for the Natasha Lane landscape and sewer districts. It will vote on an exclusive negotiation agreement with Primestor Development, LLC to evaluate potential redevelopment of downtown properties. The council will also adopt resolutions to create an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District and to impose a temporary moratorium on certain transit‑oriented development applications.
- Adopt Resolution 26‑39 to levy assessments for the Natasha Lane Landscape Assessment District (FY 2026‑27)
- Adopt Resolution 26‑40 to levy assessments for the Natasha Lane Sewer and Storm Water Pump Station Assessment District (FY 2026‑27)
- Approve exclusive negotiation agreement with Primestor Development, LLC for downtown Montebello redevelopment
- Adopt Resolution 26‑46 to establish the Montebello Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District
- Adopt Urgency Ordinance 2495 to temporarily halt certain transit‑oriented development applications in the Washington Boulevard area
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026 AT 7:00 PM
TELECONFERENCE LOCATION FOR
MAYOR PRO TEM ROMERO:
6131 WEST SEEGER COURT
VISALIA, CA 93277
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
Georgina Tamayo, Mayor
Danielle Romero, Mayor Pro Tem
Scarlet Peralta, Councilmember
Ric Alonzo, Councilmember
Salvador Melendez, Councilmember
CITY MANAGER
Raul Alvarez
CITY TREASURER
David Matanga
CITY ATTORNEY
Arnold M. Alvarez-Glasman
CITY CLERK
Christopher Jimenez
DEPARTMENT HEADS
Assistant City Manager
Fire Chief
Police Chief
Director of City Clerk Services
Director of Finance
Director of Human Resources
Director of Planning/Community Development
Director of Public Works
Director of Recreation and Community Services
Director of Transportation
Angelica Palmeros
Fernando Pelaez
Luis Lopez
Kimberly Guillen
Michael Solorza
Ramon Figueroa
Joseph Palombi
Cesar Roldan
David Sosnowski
John Soria
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NOTICES
This City Council Meeting ("Council") will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers, 1600
West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be live streamed and can be watched on the City’s
website and YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on
Spectrum Public Access Channel 3 for all Spectru …
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 18:00
Personnel Advisory Commission
Montebello Civil Service Commission meeting cancelled for June 23, 2026
This meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 28, 2026. No items were discussed or decided.
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regular scheduled meeting of the City of Montebello Civil
Service Commission scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Montebello City Hall,
1600 West Beverly Boulevard, Council Chambers is hereby cancelled.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Civil Service Commission will be held on Tuesday,
July 28, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the same location.
Dated: June 16, 2026
I, Nicole Mooshagian, Human Resources Manager, hereby certify that the foregoing Notice of
Cancellation for the City of Montebello Civil Service Commission meeting to be held on June 23,
2026, at 6:00 p.m., was cancelled and that a copy of said Notice of Cancellation was posted at
City Hall, the City’s website, and delivered to each member of the City of Montebello Civil Service
Commission Meeting all on June 16, 2026.
_____________________________________________
Nicole Mooshagian, Human Resources Manager
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
Commission to fill vacancies on four ad hoc committees
The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider filling vacant seats on its Arts & Culture, Golf, Special Events/Programs, and Sports committees. The commission will also vote to approve the minutes from its May 21 meeting. Staff will provide updates on community garden, aquatics, youth basketball, and upcoming events including Independence Day, concerts, and a downtown street fest.
- Selection of ad hoc committee members to fill vacancies on Arts & Culture, Golf, Special Events/Programs, and Sports committees
- Approval of minutes from the May 21, 2026 regular meeting
- Staff communication on Chet Holifield Park Community Garden
- Staff communication on Aquatics Programming and Youth Basketball
- Staff communication on Independence Day Celebration, Concerts in the Park, and Downtown Street Fest
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PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026 AT 5:30 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
COMMISSION MEMBERS
OLAF LUEVANO, CHAIRPERSON
OLIVER JIMENEZ, VICE CHAIRPERSON
JOSHUA ULLOA, COMMISSIONER
DESTINY CASTANEDA, COMMISSIONER
CITY STAFF
DAVID SOSNOWSKI, DIRECTOR
VERONICA RAMIREZ, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
LAURIE AGUILAR, SENIOR MANAGEMENT ANALYST
LIZETTE GUERRERO, MANAGEMENT ANALYST
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NOTICES
This Commission/Committee Meeting will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers, 1600
West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be live-streamed and can be watched on the City’s
website and YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on the
Spectrum Public Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) any person with
a disability who requires special accommodations in order to participate in a meeting should contact Laurie Aguilar at
(323) 887-1200 ext. 1374 Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Please call 48 hours prior to the meeting to ensure
that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II
1203). If you require translation services, please contact …
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider revoking three cannabis business permits
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to decide on the revocation of conditional use permits for three commercial cannabis operations. These actions are proposed due to alleged failures to comply with approval conditions and development agreements.
- Proposed revocation of CUP No. 01-19 for CaliMed Management Group, LLC at 914 South Vail Avenue
- Proposed revocation of CUP No. 07-19 and amendment No. 07-19-M1 for Saint’s Place LLC at 728 South Vail Avenue
- Proposed revocation of CUP No. 03-19 for GW Montebello Inc. at 1616 Beach Street
- Approval of Planning Commission minutes from April 21, 2026
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission revokes three cannabis business permits
The Planning Commission unanimously approved the revocation of three Conditional Use Permits for commercial cannabis operations due to failures to comply with approval conditions and development agreements. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 21, 2026, meeting.
- Approved April 21, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 04-26 revoking CUP No. 01-19 for CaliMed Management Group, LLC at 914 South Vail Avenue (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 08-26 revoking CUP No. 07-19 and amendment No. 07-19-M1 for Saint’s Place LLC at 728 South Vail Avenue (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 05-26 revoking CUP No. 03-19 for GW Montebello Inc. at 1616 Beach Street (3-0)
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PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026 AT 6:30 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS
ARMANDO MEDINA, CHAIR
NATALIA LOMELI, VICE CHAIR
VICTOR CUEVAS, PLANNING COMMISSIONER
ALICIA MORALES, PLANNING COMMISSIONER
VACANT, PLANNING COMMISSIONER
CITY STAFF
JOSEPH PALOMBI, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
VIVIANA ESPARZA, PLANNING MANAGER
JILLIAN PICADO, SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
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NOTICES
This Planning Commission Meeting will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers, 1600
West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be live streamed and can be watched on the City’s
website and YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on
Spectrum Public Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) any person with
a disability who requires special accommodations in order to participate in a meeting should contact Jillian Picado at
(323) 887-1218 Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Please call 48 hours prior to the meeting to ensure that
reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II
1203). If you require translation services, pleas …
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
MINUTES
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026 AT 6:30 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
CALL TO ORDER - Chair Medina called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL — Chair Medina, Vice-Chair Lomeli, and Commissioner Morales.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Chair Medina.
CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA - None.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (30 MINUTES)
At this time, the general public may address the Commission/Committee on any items listed on the Agenda, including
items not listed on the Agenda (Non-Agenda Items) that are within subject matter jurisdiction. Please be aware that the
maximum time allotted for members of the public to speak shall not exceed three (3) minutes per person. State Law
prohibits the Commission/ Committee from taking action or entertaining extended discussion on a topic not listed on the
agenda. Please show courtesy to others and direct all of your comments to the Chairperson.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
None.
MINUTES
4. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON APRIL 21, 2026.
Vice-Chair Lomeli motioned to approve the meeting minutes, and was seconded by Commissioner Morales. Planning
Manager, Viviana Esparza, took roll, and the item was approved 3-0.
PUBLIC HEARING
2, REVOCATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 01-19 RELATED TO COMMERCIAL CANNABIS
OPERATIONS CONDUCTED AT 914 SOUTH VAIL AVENUE
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Resolution No. 04-26 approving the revocation of Conditional Use Permit No. 01-19 due to the failure by CaliMed Management Group, LLC (“CaliMed”) to comply with the Conditions of Approval applicable…
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Medina yea · Lomeli yea · Morales yea
Resolution No. 05-26 approving the revocation of CUP No. 03-19 due to the failure by GW Montebello Inc. to comply with the Conditions of Approval application to CUP No. 03-19 and for failure to…
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Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to adopt FY 2026-27 operating and capital budget
The City Council will vote on adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-27 operating and capital budgets, the compensation plan, and the appropriations limit. A consent calendar includes contracts, grant acceptances, and a citywide striping agreement. Public hearings and other non-consent items are not listed; the budget adoption is the main item for discussion.
- Adoption of FY 2026-27 budget via Resolutions 26-41, 26-42, and 26-43, including compensation plan and Gann limit
- Increase blanket purchase order with Life-Assist, Inc. by $25,000 for emergency medical supplies
- Amendment No. 1 with West and Associates Engineering, extending contract to June 2027 and increasing cap to $145,300
- Award professional services agreement to J&S Striping Company for citywide striping, up to $650,000 per year
- Accept $50,000 State Homeland Security Program grant and approve purchase of one vehicle
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✓ Decided: Council adopts FY 2026-27 operating and capital budget
The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2026-27 operating and capital budgets, including the compensation plan and appropriations limit, in a 4-0 vote with one absence. All consent calendar items were also approved unanimously, covering contracts, grants, and routine administrative actions. No items were denied or tabled; one agenda item was moved to a future meeting.
- Adopted FY 2026-27 operating and capital budgets (Resolution 26-41) (4-0)
- Adopted compensation plan, table of organization, and salary matrix (Resolution 26-42) (4-0)
- Established FY 2026-27 appropriations limit (Resolution 26-43) (4-0)
- Approved consent calendar items 15-26, including $25,000 increase for Life-Assist medical supplies, $650,000/year striping contract with J&S Striping, and $50,000 SHSP grant for a vehicle (4-0)
- Approved amendments to agreements with West and Associates (extension to June 2027, amount increased to $145,300) and Lochner (one-year extension) (4-0)
- Authorized submission of FEMA AFG grant application for fire equipment (4-0)
- Accepted $7,295 BJA Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant (4-0)
- Adopted Investment Policy Statement (Resolution 26-44) and approved warrant register (Resolution 26-38) (4-0)
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
Georgina Tamayo, Mayor
Danielle Romero, Mayor Pro Tem
Scarlet Peralta, Councilmember
Ric Alonzo, Councilmember
Salvador Melendez, Councilmember
CITY MANAGER
Raul Alvarez
CITY TREASURER
David Matanga
CITY ATTORNEY
Arnold M. Alvarez-Glasman
CITY CLERK
Christopher Jimenez
DEPARTMENT HEADS
Assistant City Manager
Fire Chief
Police Chief
Director of City Clerk Services
Director of Finance
Director of Human Resources
Director of Planning/Community Development
Director of Public Works
Director of Recreation and Community Services
Director of Transportation
Angelica Palmeros
Fernando Pelaez
Luis Lopez
Kimberly Guillen
Michael Solorza
Ramon Figueroa
Joseph Palombi
Cesar Roldan
David Sosnowski
John Soria
June 10, 2026: City Council Meeting
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NOTICES
This City Council Meeting ("Council") will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers, 1600
West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be live streamed and can be watched on the City’s
website and YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on
Spectrum Public Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
OPENING CEREMONIES
CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Tamayo called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members present were Mayor Tamayo, Mayor Pro Tem Romero, Councilmember Peralta, and Councilmember Melendez.
City Clerk Jimenez and City Treasurer Matanga were also present.
Councilmember Alonzo was absent.
City Attorney Arnold Alvarez-Glasman, City Manager Raul Alvarez, Assistant City Manager Angelica Palmeros, Records
Coordinator Alejandro Rodarte, and Department Directors Kimberly Guillen, Michael Solorza, Joseph Palombi, Ramon
Figueroa, John Soria, David Sosnowski, Cesar Roldan, Fire Chief Pelaez, and Police Chief Lopez were present.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman announced the Closed Session Items.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
At this time, the public may submit a speaker card to the City Clerk staff for Closed Session items, prior to the beginning
of this statement. Speakers will be called in the order received. Please be aware that the maximum time allotted for
members of the public to speak on Closed Session items shall not exceed three (3) minutes per person. State Law prohibits
the City Council from taking action or entertaining extended discussion on a topic not listed on the agenda. Please show
courtesy to …
Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 18:00
Civil Service Commission
Civil Service Commission continues appeal hearing on employee termination
The Montebello Civil Service Commission will continue a hearing on an appeal concerning an employee termination. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.
- Continuation of appeal hearing for an employee termination under Montebello Municipal Code Chapter 2.60 and Civil Service Rules Section 261
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✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission completes employee termination appeal hearing
The Commission concluded a closed-session appeal hearing regarding an employee termination. Both parties must submit closing briefs by July 23, 2026. A final decision will be made by August 17, 2026.
- Completed appeal hearing regarding employee termination
- Set deadline for closing briefs for July 23, 2026
- Set decision deadline for August 17, 2026
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
CALL AND NOTICE OF A SPECIAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting for the City of Montebello Civil Service Commission is hereby called
to be held on Wednesday, June 03, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, Council Chambers, located at 1600 West Beverly
Boulevard, Montebello, CA 90640. The meeting will be live-streamed and can be watched on the City’s website and
YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on the Spectrum Public
Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), any person with a
disability who requires special accommodations in order to participate in a meeting should contact the Administration
Office at (323) 887-1493, Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Please call 48 hours prior to the meeting to
ensure that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA
Title II 1203). If you require translation services, please contact the City Clerk’s office 72 hours before this meeting. Si
necesita servicios de traducción, comuníquese con la Oficina del Secretario Municipal 72 horas antes de esta reunión. 如
果您需要翻译服务,请在会议前 72 小时联系市书记员办公室
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
In-Person …
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
SPECIAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Briseno called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members present were Commissioner Briseno, Commissioner Delgado, Commissioner Jimenez, Commissioner Pacheco,
and Commissioner Fimbres.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA
None.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (30 MINUTES)
At this time, the general public may address the Commission/Committee on any items listed on the Agenda, including
items not listed on the Agenda (Non-Agenda Items) that are within subject matter jurisdiction. Please be aware that the
maximum time allotted for members of the public to speak shall not exceed three (3) minutes per person. State Law
prohibits the Commission/ Committee from taking action or entertaining extended discussion on a topic not listed on the
agenda. Please show courtesy to others and direct all of your comments to the Chairperson.
MINUTES
None.
REGULAR BUSINESS
1. CONTINUATION OF APPEAL HEARING PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 2.60 OF THE MONTEBELLO
MUNICIPAL CODE AND SECTION 261 OF THE MONTEBELLO CIVIL SERVICE RULES AND REGULATIONS
June 3, 2026: Civil Service Commission Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 2
RECOMMENDATION: The Civil Service Commission will continue to hear an appeal pertaining to an
employee …
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 18:00
Civil Service Commission
Civil Service Commission to continue employee termination appeal hearing
The Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting to continue an appeal hearing regarding an employee termination. This process is conducted pursuant to Chapter 2.60 of the Montebello Municipal Code and Section 261 of the Civil Service Rules and Regulations.
- Continuation of appeal hearing regarding an employee termination
civil-servicepersonnelemployee-appeal
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
CALL AND NOTICE OF A SPECIAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting for the City of Montebello Civil Service Commission is hereby called
to be held on Monday, June 01, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, Council Chambers, located at 1600 West Beverly
Boulevard, Montebello, CA 90640. The meeting will be live-streamed and can be watched on the City’s website and
YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on the Spectrum Public
Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), any person with a
disability who requires special accommodations in order to participate in a meeting should contact the Administration
Office at (323) 887-1493, Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Please call 48 hours prior to the meeting to
ensure that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA
Title II 1203). If you require translation services, please contact the City Clerk’s office 72 hours before this meeting. Si
necesita servicios de traducción, comuníquese con la Oficina del Secretario Municipal 72 horas antes de esta reunión. 如
果您需要翻译服务,请在会议前 72 小时联系市书记员办公室
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
In-Person: For …
Thu May 28, 2026 · 18:00
Civil Service Commission
Civil Service Commission to continue hearing on employee termination appeal
The Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to continue an appeal hearing regarding an employee termination. No other substantive business is on the agenda. The meeting will proceed with public comments and procedural items before hearing the appeal.
- Continuation of appeal hearing under Montebello Municipal Code Chapter 2.60 and Civil Service Rule 261 pertaining to an employee termination
civil-serviceemployee-terminationappealpersonnel
✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission continues employee termination appeal hearing
The Commission held a closed session to continue an appeal hearing regarding an employee termination. No final decision was reached during this meeting. The hearing is scheduled to continue on June 1, 2026.
- Continued appeal hearing regarding employee termination to June 1, 2026
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
CALL AND NOTICE OF A SPECIAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting for the City of Montebello Civil Service Commission is hereby called
to be held on Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, Council Chambers, located at 1600 West Beverly
Boulevard, Montebello, CA 90640. The meeting will be live-streamed and can be watched on the City’s website and
YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on the Spectrum Public
Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), any person with a
disability who requires special accommodations in order to participate in a meeting should contact the Administration
Office at (323) 887-1493, Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Please call 48 hours prior to the meeting to
ensure that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA
Title II 1203). If you require translation services, please contact the City Clerk’s office 72 hours before this meeting. Si
necesita servicios de traducción, comuníquese con la Oficina del Secretario Municipal 72 horas antes de esta reunión. 如
果您需要翻译服务,请在会议前 72 小时联系市书记员办公室
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
In-Person: F …
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
SPECIAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
MINUTES
THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
CALL TO ORDER
Chai
rperson Briseno called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members
present were Commissioner Briseno, Commissioner Delgado, Commissioner Jimenez, Commissioner Pacheco,
and Commissioner Fimbres.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA
None
.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (30 MINUTES)
At this time, the general public may address the Commission/Committee on any items listed on the Agenda, including
items not listed on the Agenda (Non-Agenda Items) that are within subject matter jurisdiction. Please be aware that the
maximum time allotted for members of the public to speak shall not exceed three (3) minutes per person. State Law
prohibits the Commission/ Committee from taking action or entertaining extended discussion on a topic not listed on the
agenda. Please show courtesy to others and direct all of your comments to the Chairperson.
None
.
REGULAR BUSINESS
1. CONTINUATION OF APPEAL HEARING PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 2.60 OF THE MONTEBELLO
MUNICIPAL CODE AND SECTION 261 OF THE MONTEBELLO CIVIL SERVICE RULES AND REGULATIONS
RECOMMENDATION: The Civil Service Commission will continue to hear an appeal pertaining to an employee
termination.
The appeal hearing continued in closed session.
Court reporter transcripts to be made availabl …
Wed May 27, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to set residential solid waste and recycling rates for 2026-27
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a resolution establishing the annual residential solid waste collection and recycling rate for Fiscal Year 2026-27. The council will also consider several contracts, including a $49,800 amendment for transit strategic planning, a $597,500 award for urban forest management, and a $342,879 award for a community garden project. Additionally, the council will receive a presentation on the proposed FY 2026-27 budget and capital projects.
- Public hearing and resolution to set residential solid waste and recycling rates for FY 2026-27 (Athens Services contract)
- Amendment No. 1 with Insight Strategies, Inc. for $49,800 for transit strategic planning
- Award of $597,500 to West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Urban Forest Management Plan grant implementation (Cal Fire funds)
- Award of $342,879 to Voltaire Engineering, Inc. for Chet Holifield Community Garden Project (CP 945)
- Acceptance of Rio Hondo Coastal Spreading Grounds Fence Replacement Project ($1,234,400 final contract with J&A Engineering)
solid-wastebudgetcontractsparkstransiturban-forestrygrants
✓ Decided: Montebello City Council approves waste rate adjustments and several service contracts
The City Council approved annual residential solid waste collection and recycling rates for Fiscal Year 2026-27. Additional actions included awarding contracts for urban forest management, community garden projects, and transit assessment services.
- Approved residential solid waste collection and recycling rate adjustment (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to Insight Strategies, Inc. for Montebello Bus Lines assessment (unanimous)
- Awarded $597,500 contract to West Coast Arborists, Inc. for urban forest management (unanimous)
- Confirmed annual tax rate for voter approved indebtedness (unanimous)
- Awarded $342,879 agreement to Voltaire Engineering, Inc. for Chet Holifield Community Garden (unanimous)
- Accepted completion of Rio Hondo Coastal Spreading Grounds Fence Replacement Project (unanimous)
- Authorized execution of EPA Region 9 Administrative Order on Consent (unanimous)
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
Georgina Tamayo, Mayor
Danielle Romero, Mayor Pro Tem
Scarlet Peralta, Councilmember
Ric Alonzo, Councilmember
Salvador Melendez, Councilmember
CITY MANAGER
Raul Alvarez
CITY TREASURER
David Matanga
CITY ATTORNEY
Arnold M. Alvarez-Glasman
CITY CLERK
Christopher Jimenez
DEPARTMENT HEADS
Assistant City Manager
Fire Chief
Police Chief
Director of City Clerk Services
Director of Finance
Director of Human Resources
Director of Planning/Community Development
Director of Public Works
Director of Recreation and Community Services
Director of Transportation
Angelica Palmeros
Fernando Pelaez
Luis Lopez
Kimberly Guillen
Michael Solorza
Ramon Figueroa
Joseph Palombi
Cesar Roldan
David Sosnowski
John Soria
May 27, 2026: City Council Meeting Page 2 of 9
NOTICES
This City Council Meeting ("Council") will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers, 1600
West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be live streamed and can be watched on the City’s
website and YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on
Spectrum Public Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities A …
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
OPENING CEREMONIES
CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Tamayo called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members present were Mayor Tamayo, Mayor Pro Tem Romero, Councilmember Peralta, and Councilmember Melendez.
City Treasurer Matanga was also present.
Councilmember Alonzo arrived during Closed Session.
City Clerk Jimenez was absent.
City Attorney Arnold Alvarez-Glasman, City Manager Raul Alvarez, Assistant City Manager Angelica Palmeros,
Management Analyst Samantha Nevarez, and Department Directors Kimberly Guillen, Michael Solorza, Joseph Palombi,
Ramon Figueroa, John Soria, David Sosnowski, Cesar Roldan, Fire Chief Pelaez, and Police Chief Lopez were present.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman announced the Closed Session Items.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
At this time, the public may submit a speaker card to the City Clerk staff for Closed Session items, prior to the beginning
of this statement. Speakers will be called in the order received. Please be aware that the maximum time allotted for
members of the public to speak on Closed Session items shall not exceed three (3) minutes per person. State Law prohibits
the City Council from taking action or entertaining extended discussion on a topic not listed on the agenda. Please show
courtesy to others and direct …
Tue May 26, 2026 · 18:00
Personnel Advisory Commission
Commission to hear employee termination appeal
The Montebello Civil Service Commission will conduct an appeal hearing regarding an employee termination, as authorized by city code and civil service rules. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a prior meeting and staff communications.
- Approval of Civil Service minutes from January 27, 2026
- Appeal hearing for an employee termination pursuant to Montebello Municipal Code Chapter 2.60 and Civil Service Rules Section 261
civil-serviceemployee-terminationpersonnelappeal
✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission approves January meeting minutes
The Commission approved the minutes from the January 27, 2026 meeting. An appeal hearing regarding an employee termination began in closed session and will continue at a special meeting on May 28, 2026.
- Approved January 27, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Continued employee termination appeal hearing to May 28, 2026
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
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CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Alexandra Briseno
Delia Delgado
Henry Fimbres
Richard Jimenez
George Pacheco
CITY STAFF
Ramon Figueroa, Director of Human Resources
Grant Leggette, II, Assistant Director of Human Resources
Nicole Mooshagian, Human Resources Manager
May 26, 2026: Civil Service Commission Meeting Page 2 of 3
NOTICES
This Civil Service Commission Meeting will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers,
1600 West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be live streamed and can be watched on the
City’s website and YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on
Spectrum Public Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) any person with
a disability who requires special accommodations in order to participate in a meeting should contact Nicole
Mooshagian at (323) 887-1200 *1108, Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Please call 48 hours prior to the
meeting to ensure that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102-
35.104 ADA Title II 1203). If you require translation services, please contact us 48 hours before this meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: …
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
MINUTES
TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
OPENING CEREMONIES
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Briseno called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members present were Commissioner Briseno, Commissioner Delgado, Commissioner Jimenez, Commissioner Pacheco
and Commissioner Fimbres.
CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA
None.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (30 MINUTES)
At this time, the general public may address the Commission/Committee on any items listed on the Agenda, including
items not listed on the Agenda (Non-Agenda Items) that are within subject matter jurisdiction. Please be aware that the
maximum time allotted for members of the public to speak shall not exceed three (3) minutes per person. State Law
prohibits the Commission/ Committee from taking action or entertaining extended discussion on a topic not listed on the
agenda. Please show courtesy to others and direct all of your comments to the Chairperson.
None.
MINUTES
1. APPROVAL OF CIVIL SERVICE MINUTES – JANUARY 27, 2026
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve said minutes as written.
Commissioner Pacheco motioned to approve the minutes for the Civil Service Commission meeting of January 27,
2026. Commissioner Delgado seconded the motion. The motion passed with five yeses.
May 26, 2026: Civil Service Commission Meeting Minutes
Page 2 of 2
REGULAR BUSINES …
Mon May 25, 2026 · 18:00
Traffic and Safety Commission
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
Thu May 21, 2026 · 17:30
Parks and Recreation Commission
Parks Commission to approve March minutes, hear summer rec updates
The Montebello Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving the minutes from its March 19, 2026 regular meeting. Staff will provide updates on golf course promotions, the Summer Recreation Guide, pool/splash pad opening dates, spring camp, the Memorial Day ceremony, Stride for Pride, and a save-the-date item. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from March 19, 2026 regular Parks and Recreation Commission meeting
- Golf Course Current Promotions – staff update
- Summer Rec Guide – staff update
- Pool/Splash Pad Opening Dates – staff update
- Memorial Day Ceremony and Stride for Pride – staff updates
parksrecreationsummer-programspoolsgolfminutescommunity-events
✓ Decided: Parks and Recreation Commission approves March 19 meeting minutes
The Commission approved the minutes from the March 19, 2026, meeting. No other substantive decisions were made during the session.
- Approved March 19, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
1600 Beverly Blvd., Montebello
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PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2026 AT 5:30 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
COMMISSION MEMBERS
OLAF LUEVANO, CHAIRPERSON
OLIVER JIMENEZ, VICE CHAIRPERSON
JOSHUA ULLOA, COMMISSIONER
DESTINY CASTANEDA, COMMISSIONER
CITY STAFF
DAVID SOSNOWSKI, DIRECTOR
VERONICA RAMIREZ, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
LAURIE AGUILAR, SENIOR MANAGEMENT ANALYST
LIZETTE GUERRERO, MANAGEMENT ANALYST
May 21, 2026: Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Page 2 of 4
NOTICES
This Commission/Committee Meeting will be held in person and will meet at City Hall – City Council Chambers, 1600
West Beverly Boulevard, Montebello, California. The meeting will be live streamed and can be watched on the City’s
website and YouTube Channel via the following link: https://www.montebelloca.gov, and may also be viewed on
Spectrum Public Access Channel 3 for all Spectrum cable subscribers.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) any person with
a disability who requires special accommodations in order to participate in a meeting should contact Laurie Aguilar at
(323) 887-1200 ext.1374 Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Please call 48 hours prior to the meeting to ensure
that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II
1203). If you require translation services, please contact us 2 …
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CITY OF MONTEBELLO
REGULAR PARKS AND RECREATION MEETING
M I N U T E S
THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2026, AT 5:30 P.M.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA 90640
OPENING CEREMONIES
CALL TO ORDER – Chairperson Luevano called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL – Members present were Chairperson Olaf Luevano , Vice Chairperson Jimenez, and
Commissioner Castaneda and Commissioner Ulloa was absent.
STAFF PRESENT –Assistant Director Veronica Ramirez , Sr. Management Analyst Laurie Aguilar and
Management Analyst Lizette Guerrero
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Chairperson Luevano
CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA – DIRECTOR – none.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – none.
MINUTES
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MARCH 19 , 2026, REGULAR PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSION MEETING
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Parks and Recreation Commission approve
minutes as is.
Vice Chairperson Jimenez motioned to approve minutes and was seconded motioned by
Commissioner Castaneda. The motion was approved unanimously.
May 21, 2026: Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes Page 2 of 2
COMMISSION ORALS
1. Chairperson Luevano –had a question regarding employees at Parks and Recreation and
asked how often their hourly rates are increased.
2. Vice Chairperson Jimenez –asked if he could get an update on the Community Garden and
requested if we can make another timeline on a call for artists who would like to
participate with art on the …
Tue May 19, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
1600 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $2.9M | TROY SHEET METAL WORKS, INC. Department of Justice · PARTITIONS |
| $1.9M | TROY SHEET METAL WORKS, INC. Department of Justice · PARTITIONS |
| $839,734 | TROY SHEET METAL WORKS, INC. Department of Justice · LAW ENFOREMENT AUTOMOBILE SECURITY PACKAGE |
| $554,880 | TROY SHEET METAL WORKS, INC. Department of Justice · LAW ENFOREMENT AUTOMOBILE SECURITY PACKAGE |
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| $452,110 | ROYAL PAPER BOX CO. OF CALIFORNIA Department of the Treasury · PACKAGING - DC COMICS PROGRAM - 2.5 OUNCE SILVER MEDAL |
| $441,845 | TROY SHEET METAL WORKS, INC. Department of Justice · LAW ENFOREMENT AUTOMOBILE SECURITY PACKAGE |
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| $411,648 | VSE AVIATION SERVICES, CO. Department of Defense · 8511939281!IFUSE,HYDRAULIC SYST |
| $329,118 | TROY SHEET METAL WORKS, INC. Department of Justice · KIT PACAKGES |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
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County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-86,523 people (-$4.38B net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)29 ({"Fire": 61, "Flood": 10, "Severe Storm": 8, "Earthquake": 3 · last Fri Aug 8, 2025)
Traffic fatalities2 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments304,988 (3,987,736 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,625/mo (922 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy34.3% (low numeracy 43% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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Permitted housing units
The money — in
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Spending$223.4M
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The money — out
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901 employees on the public payroll — every position and salary is public record.
Outcomes — economic mobility
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