Montebello public meetings in 2022

City Council and Public Financing Authority

The City Council and Public Financing Authority are meeting to approve several professional service contracts and budget amendments. Key items include the appropriation of state grant funding for homeless services and the authorization of a master plan for the Montebello Golf Course Complex.

• Appropriation of $1,168,774 from the Cal ICH Encampment Resolution Funding Grant Program
• Authorization of RFP for a master developer for the Montebello Golf Course Complex
• Professional services agreement with Transtech Engineers, Inc. for building plan check and inspection services (up to $747,380 total)
• Professional services agreement with Advocate, Inc. for employee benefits insurance broker services not to exceed $150,000
• Ordinance No. 2457 to update rules of order and procedure for City Council and Successor Agency meetings

The City Council approved a $1,168,774 grant for encampment resolution and several professional service agreements for insurance, engineering, and facility maintenance. A proposal to update the rules of order for council meetings was tabled, and a public hearing on an energy services contract was continued.

• Approved $1,168,774 Cal-ICH Encampment Resolution grant and $150,000 contract with Beverly Hospital (unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 employee benefits insurance broker agreement with Advocate, Inc. dba Nava Partners Insurance Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved building plan check and inspection services with Transtech Engineers, Inc. for $185,380 and $352,000 annually for two years, plus a $210,000 one-year project (unanimous)
• Approved RFP for a master developer for the Montebello Golf Course Complex (unanimous)
• Approved $90,011 maintenance hose reels replacement contract with Orange Coast Petroleum Equipment, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $128,824 for workstations and $49,099 for flooring for the Transportation Department (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 2457 regarding rules of order and procedure (3-2)
• Continued the public hearing for the Alliance Building Solutions, Inc. energy services contract to January 25, 2023

City Council

The City Council is meeting to decide on internal hiring policies for public safety leadership and the reinstatement of Mayor Torres' council rights. Members are also seeking consensus on repealing certain municipal codes and competitive bidding exemptions.

• Adoption of policy for internal hiring of Public Safety Chief and Assistant Chief positions
• Resolution reinstating Mayor Torres’ Council rights and privileges
• Proposed repeal of Montebello Municipal Code Chapter 2.14 regarding Council Procedures
• Proposed repeal of certain exemptions to competitive bidding
• Proposed stay of eviction and penalties for businesses in the Brownfield Overlay District

The City Council reached consensus to repeal the municipal code regarding council procedures and certain competitive bidding exemptions. The Council also agreed to create an Ad Hoc committee to define a new community-inclusive hiring process for public safety chief positions and to stay evictions for businesses in the Brownfield Overlay District.

• Consensus reached to create an Ad Hoc to define a community-inclusive recruitment process and pause hiring for two Deputy Chief positions
• Consensus reached to draft a Resolution reinstating Mayor Torres' rights and privileges
• Consensus reached to calendar Strategic Plan 2023 Study Sessions
• Consensus reached to create a Council Ad Hoc to discuss requested financial reporting
• Consensus reached to repeal Montebello Municipal Code Chapter 2.14 (Council Procedures)
• Consensus reached to repeal Municipal Code Section 3.20.050 regarding competitive bidding exemptions
• Consensus reached to transmit letters staying evictions and penalties for businesses in the Brownfield Overlay District

City Council and Public Financing Authority

The City Council certified the November 8, 2022, general municipal election results and swore in newly elected officials. The council then reorganized its leadership, electing a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. Most other agenda items, including an energy services contract and several professional service agreements, were continued to future meetings.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-94 certifying the November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election results (unanimous)
• Administered Oath of Office to Councilmembers Salvador Melendez, Scarlet Peralta, Georgina Tamayo, David Torres, and City Treasurer David Matanga
• Elected Councilmember David Torres as Mayor (3-0-1-1)
• Elected Councilmember Scarlet Peralta as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)
• Continued energy services contract public hearing with Alliance Building Solutions, Inc. to January 25, 2023 (unanimous)
• Continued Consent Calendar items 6 and 8-20 to December 21, 2022 (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive staff updates. Discussions include the City Park Baseball Field Project and upcoming holiday events.

• City Park Baseball Field Project update
• Tree Lighting Ceremony discussion
• Holiday Home Decorating Contest judging
• Approval of July 21, 2022 and October 20, 2022 meeting minutes

The Commission approved the minutes from the July 21, 2022, and October 20, 2022, regular meetings. Staff provided an update on the City Park Baseball Field Project and announced upcoming holiday events.

• Approved July 21, 2022 and October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council and Public Financing Authority

The City Council and Public Financing Authority will discuss a variety of municipal contracts, budget updates, and real estate transactions. Key items include a large security services agreement and the sale of surplus government property.

• Proposed sale of real property at 701-705 W. Whittier Boulevard to SAM Entertainment Group LLC for $500,000
• Proposed professional services agreement with Allied Universal Security Services for unarmed transit guards not to exceed $2,709,239
• Final contract approval for Various Streets Improvement Project (CP No. 881) in the amount of $898,308
• Proposed agreement with KTU&A for Rio Hondo River Access Improvement Project design services with a budget increase of $477,750
• Resolution No. 22-86 to establish Concealed Weapons Permit (CCW) application fees

The City Council approved three development agreements with Clear Channel Outdoor, LLC for digital signs and adopted the first quarter budget report for FY 2022-23. The Council also approved several professional service contracts and a real property sale. A new ordinance updating meeting rules of order was passed in a 3-2 vote.

• Approved Ordinances 2454, 2455, and 2456 for digital signs at 1720 S. Bluff Road, 1633 Washington Blvd, and 1915 W. Whittier Blvd (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022-23 First Quarter Budget Report, adding 4.0 positions and two new job classifications (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2457 updating meeting rules of order and procedure (3-2)
• Approved sale of real property at 701-705 W. Whittier Boulevard to SAM Entertainment Group LLC for $500,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved $2.7M transit security guard contract with Allied Universal Security Services (Unanimous)
• Approved $898,308 final contract for Various Streets Improvement Project (CP No. 881) with Sequel Contractors, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $477,750 design agreement with KTU&A for Rio Hondo River Access Improvement Project (Unanimous)
• Approved settlement agreement with Garfield Financial Corporation (Unanimous)

City Council and Public Financing Authority

The City Council and Public Financing Authority are meeting to approve construction contracts for the Montebello Municipal Golf Course and Topgolf projects. The body will also review emergency water system repairs and hold a closed session regarding property negotiations.

• Construction contract for Montebello Municipal Golf Course Renovation Project Phase 2 awarded to American Landscape, Inc. for $9,664,658
• Approval of plans and construction contract with McCarthy Building Companies for the Topgolf Montebello project
• Emergency water system repair contract with Mike Bubalo Construction Co. estimated at $400,000
• Budget increase of $525,000 for emergency water system repairs
• Closed session regarding property negotiations for 901 Via San Clemente with Topgolf and Quiet Cannon Management, Inc.

The City Council and Public Financing Authority approved construction contracts for the Topgolf Montebello project and Phase 2 of the Municipal Golf Course renovation. The council also authorized $525,000 for emergency water system repairs.

• Approved plans and construction contract with McCarthy Building Companies for Topgolf Montebello (Unanimous)
• Awarded $9,664,658 construction contract for Municipal Golf Course Renovation Project Phase 2 to American Landscape, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Authorized $400,000 for fire suppression service replacement by Mike Bubalo Construction Co. (Unanimous)
• Authorized $125,000 for pressure reducing valve replacement by San Gabriel Valley Water Company (Unanimous)
• Approved $525,000 budget increase for emergency water system repairs (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a site plan review for a new commercial building. The body will also receive a presentation on objective design standards.

• Public hearing for Case No. PC-2022-0005-SPR: proposed 13,825 square foot warehouse and office building at 1617 South Greenwood Avenue
• Presentation on Objective Design Standards

The Planning Commission approved Case No. PC-2022-0005-SPR for a site plan review. This allows A & J Realty, LLC to construct a 13,825 square foot warehouse and office building. The decision was approved with a 3-0 vote.

• Approved Case No. PC-2022-0005-SPR for 13,825 sq ft warehouse and office building (3-0)

City Council and Public Financing Authority

The City Council approved three development agreements to replace static outdoor signs with digital ones and adopted a resolution to apply for $1,900,548 in housing allocation funding. Several items regarding the Montebello Driving Range and hotel management were pulled from the agenda.

• Approved Development Agreements for digital signs at 1720 S. Bluff Road, 1633 Washington Blvd, and 1915 W. Whittier Blvd (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-88 to apply for $1,900,548 in Permanent Local Housing Allocation funding (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-87 for a CAL FIRE Fire Prevention Grants Program award (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-85 for the October 26, 2022 Warrant Register of Demands (Unanimous)
• Pulled Item 8: Amendment of agreements related to Quiet Cannon Management
• Pulled Item 9: Plans and contract for Montebello Driving Range Project – Topgolf Montebello

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission approved Commissioner Carlin's nomination to fill two vacant seats on the Arts and Culture Committee and the Sports Committee. The rest of the meeting was largely procedural, with public comment and staff updates on upcoming events.

• Commissioner Carlin appointed to Arts and Culture Committee (unanimous)
• Commissioner Carlin appointed to Sports Committee (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the installation of digital advertising signs and the conversion of an office building into a medical clinic. The body will also review minutes from the August 16, 2022 meeting.

• Development Agreements to replace static signs with digital displays at 1720 Bluff Road, 1633 Washington Blvd., and 1915 W. Whittier Blvd.
• Case No. PC-2022-0006-CUP-PMP to convert an office building at 2120 West Beverly Boulevard to a dialysis clinic
• Proposed parking management plan for tandem parking at 2120 West Beverly Boulevard
• CEQA Exemption §15301 for the 2120 West Beverly Boulevard project
• Approval of August 16, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved three items unanimously (3-0) with one commissioner absent. They approved minutes from August 16, 2022, three development agreements to replace static billboards with digital displays at 1720 Bluff Road, 1633 Washington Blvd., and 1915 W. Whittier Blvd., and a conditional use permit and parking management plan for a dialysis clinic at 2120 West Beverly Blvd.

• Approved August 16, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Development Agreement Nos. 02-22, 03-22, and 04-22 for digital billboard conversions at three locations (3-0)
• Approved Case No. PC-2022-0006-CUP-PMP for dialysis clinic with tandem parking at 2120 West Beverly Blvd. (3-0)

City Council and Public Financing Authority

The City Council and Public Financing Authority are meeting to discuss municipal projects, including golf course renovations and housing funding. The body will review a $1.9 million housing allocation plan and consider several construction and service contracts.

• Award of $5,094,000 construction contract to Los Angeles Engineering, Inc. for Montebello Municipal Golf Course Renovation Project, Phase 1
• Approval of Guaranteed Maximum Price Construction Contract with McCarthy Building Companies for Topgolf Montebello
• Review of $1,900,548 five-year allocation for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program
• Authorization of $1,438,092 for the lease/purchase of 21 fleet vehicles for city departments
• Approval of $876,000 from Los Angeles County for Operation Stay Safe interim housing

The City Council approved a $5,094,000 construction contract for Phase 1 of the Montebello Municipal Golf Course Renovation Project, along with a $1,283,543 construction management fee and a $494,705 reimbursement to Trend Sports LLC. The vote was 3-2, with Councilmembers Peralta and Torres opposing due to concerns about using COVID relief funds. The council also approved a $300,000 change order for the annual slurry seal project, a $1,438,092 lease/purchase of 21 fleet vehicles, and a $122,000 traffic safety grant, all unanimously. Item 16 (surplus golf carts) was pulled from the agenda.

• Approved $5,094,000 golf course renovation contract (3-2)
• Approved $1,283,543 construction management fee for golf course project (3-2)
• Approved $494,705 reimbursement to Trend Sports LLC for pre-design costs (3-2)
• Approved $300,000 change order for annual slurry seal project (unanimous)
• Approved $1,438,092 lease/purchase of 21 fleet vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved $122,000 OTS traffic safety grant (unanimous)
• Approved $876,000 Operation Stay Safe interim housing agreement with LA County (unanimous)
• Approved $10,550,644 Transportation CIP budget (unanimous)

City Council and Public Financing Authority

The City Council and Public Financing Authority are meeting to discuss bond issuance and various municipal contracts. The body will also consider a new military equipment use policy and golf course renovations.

• Proposed issuance of Series 2022B Lease Revenue Bonds not to exceed $60,000,000
• Purchase order with MCI Flowtronex for golf course irrigation pump station not to exceed $295,000
• Ordinance No. 2453 to establish a Military Equipment Use Policy
• Appropriation of $183,848 FEMA grant for the Fire Department
• Blanket purchase orders for uniforms and safety equipment from Galls ($69,000 over three years) and ProForce ($65,000)

The City Council and Public Financing Authority unanimously approved resolutions authorizing up to $60 million in Series 2022B Lease Revenue Bonds for the Montebello Municipal Golf Course renovation and Topgolf project. The council also approved a $295,000 purchase order for an irrigation pump station, adopted a military equipment use policy (Ordinance No. 2453) in a 3-1 vote, and accepted a $183,848 FEMA firefighter grant. Item No. 13 regarding Quiet Cannon agreements was pulled with no items to present.

• Approved up to $60M in Series 2022B Lease Revenue Bonds for Topgolf/golf course project (unanimous)
• Approved $295,000 purchase order for irrigation pump station with MCI Flowtronex (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2453 establishing Military Equipment Use Policy (3-1, Torres opposed)
• Accepted $183,848 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (unanimous)
• Authorized RFP No. 23-2 for maintenance hose reels replacement (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-74 approving Transit Asset Management Plan (unanimous)
• Approved blanket purchase orders to Galls ($69,000 over 3 years) and ProForce ($65,000) for uniforms/equipment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-81 approving warrant register (unanimous)

City Council and Public Financing Authority

The City Council and Public Financing Authority are meeting to discuss bond issuance, a military equipment use policy, and various land and lease agreements. The body will also review a performance report and a communication agreement with the local school district.

• Proposed issuance of Series 2022A Lease Revenue Bonds not to exceed $16,500,000
• Public hearing for adoption of Military Equipment Use Policy per AB 481
• Proposed use of $40,207 in unspent 2015 CDBG funds for a Section 108 loan payment
• Declaration of city-owned property at 5055 Passons Boulevard as exempt surplus land
• Digital sign lease agreement for 315 N. Garfield Avenue

The City Council and Public Financing Authority unanimously approved issuing up to $16.5 million in Series 2022A Lease Revenue Bonds to finance the Top Golf project. The council also adopted a military equipment use policy (AB 481) on a 4-1 vote, approved the FY 2021-22 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) unanimously, and declared a city-owned property at 5055 Passons Boulevard as exempt surplus land on a 4-1 vote. A fireworks ad hoc committee was created to study banning safe-and-sane fireworks, with Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne and Councilmember Melendez appointed.

• Approved up to $16.5M in Series 2022A Lease Revenue Bonds for Top Golf (unanimous)
• Adopted military equipment use policy per AB 481 (4-1)
• Approved FY 2021-22 CAPER and $40,207 in unspent CDBG funds for Section 108 loan (unanimous)
• Declared 5055 Passons Boulevard as exempt surplus land (4-1)
• Approved sign lease agreement for digital sign at 315 N. Garfield Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2452 updating Director of Finance powers (3-2)
• Created Fireworks Ad Hoc committee; appointed Cobos-Cawthorne and Melendez (3-2)
• Approved MOU with Montebello Unified School District to share communication platforms (unanimous)

City Council and Public Financing Authority

The City Council and Public Financing Authority will meet to discuss a new military use policy and various administrative updates. The body will also hold closed sessions regarding real property negotiations and labor agreements.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 2453 establishing a Military Equipment Use Policy per AB 481
• Agreement with San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments for $50,000 to fund the Montebello Community Assistance Program
• Closed session negotiations with Topgolf for property at 901 Via San Clemente
• Closed session negotiations for property at 701 West Whittier Boulevard
• Adoption of Resolution No. 22-71 for a Memorandum of Understanding with the Montebello Executive Management Association

The City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Montebello Executive Management Association (MEMA), adding a termination-for-cause provision for severance pay, and updated the compensation plan and table of organization. The council also introduced Ordinance No. 2453 establishing a Military Equipment Use Policy (4-0-0-1) and tabled the second reading of Ordinance No. 2452 regarding the Director of Finance. Consent calendar items, including a $50,000 SGVCOG grant for the Montebello Community Assistance Program, were approved unanimously.

• Approved MOU with MEMA and compensation plan update with added severance provision (3-2)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2453 establishing Military Equipment Use Policy (4-0-0-1)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 2452 on Director of Finance powers and duties
• Approved $50,000 SGVCOG grant for Montebello Community Assistance Program (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer's Report for quarter ending June 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-68 authorizing transit funding claim (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-70 approving warrant register (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially adopt Resolution No. 22-73 regarding the conduct of Council Member David Torres. The resolution follows an investigation into allegations of a hostile and abusive work environment created by the council member.

• Resolution No. 22-73 to admonish Council Member David Torres for harassing and hostile conduct
• Proposed removal of Council Member Torres from all internal City committees and external multi-jurisdictional appointments
• Proposed revocation of Council Member Torres' privilege to travel to conferences at public expense
• Recommendation for Council Member Torres to take anti-bullying and sensitivity training per AB 1661
• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation in two matters

The City Council voted 3-2 to adopt Resolution No. 22-73 expressing dissatisfaction with Councilmember David Torres's behavior and admonishing him for harassing and hostile conduct, based on a special counsel investigation. Councilmembers Melendez, Jimenez, and Cobos-Cawthorne voted in favor; Councilmembers Peralta and Torres voted against. The meeting included closed session on anticipated litigation, with no action taken.

• Approved Resolution No. 22-73 expressing dissatisfaction with Councilmember David Torres's behavior and admonishing him for harassing and hostile conduct (3-2 vote)
• Held closed session on anticipated litigation; no action taken and nothing to report

Planning Commission

The Montebello Planning Commission held a reorganization meeting, electing Commissioner Cuevas as Chair and Commissioner Del Rio as Vice-Chair, both by 4-0 votes. The commission also approved minutes from June 21, 2022, and received compliance reviews for two conditional use permits (BLVD MRKT and 7-Eleven) without discussion. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Elected Commissioner Cuevas as Chairperson (4-0)
• Elected Commissioner Del Rio as Vice-Chairperson (4-0)
• Approved June 21, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Received and filed compliance review for CUP PC-2020-0014-CUP (BLVD MRKT alcohol sales) (4-0)
• Received and filed compliance review for CUP 24-19 (7-Eleven beer and wine sales) (4-0)

City Council and Public Financing Authority

The City Council and Public Financing Authority will hold a public hearing on the FY 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Annual Action Plan. The body will also consider an employment agreement amendment for City Manager René Bobadilla and various municipal contracts.

• Public hearing for Resolution No. 22-67 regarding the FY 2022-23 Commercial Façade Program and CDBG/HOME action plans
• Construction contract for Annual Slurry Seal Project awarded to Doug Martin Contracting Company, Inc. for $399,920
• Appropriation of $108,997 from CAL FIRE Fire Prevention Grants Program
• Annual software maintenance contract with Avail Technologies, Inc. not to exceed $178,405
• Sole-source purchase orders for bus and fleet parts totaling $635,000 across seven vendors

The City Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 22-67, adopting the FY 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant and Home Investment Partnerships Annual Action Plan and the Commercial Façade Program. The Council also introduced Ordinance No. 2452 amending the Director of Finance's powers and duties, and approved a third amendment to the City Manager's employment agreement, both by 3-2 votes. All consent calendar items, including a slurry seal contract and various agreements, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 22-67 for FY 2022-23 CDBG/HOME Action Plan (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2452 amending Director of Finance duties (3-2)
• Approved third amendment to City Manager employment agreement (3-2)
• Awarded $399,920 slurry seal contract to Doug Martin Contracting (unanimous)
• Approved SRO agreement with Montebello Unified School District (unanimous)
• Accepted $108,997 CAL FIRE grant (unanimous)
• Approved agreements with Coastal Occupational Medical Group and Reliant Immediate Care (unanimous)
• Adopted PFA Resolution 22-01 establishing meeting dates and debt policy (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss initiating the process to discontinue Route 60 transportation services provided by Montebello Bus Lines. The body will also consider several construction contracts, grant applications, and amendments to the November 2022 ballot.

• Proposed discontinuation of Route 60 transportation services via Resolution No. 22-60
• Construction contract for HYRAP Streets Project awarded to Manhole Adjusting, Inc. for $2,440,259
• Adding the office of City Treasurer to the November 8, 2022 ballot
• Montebello Municipal Golf Course Renovation Project bids and design services up to $149,980 for SportFive Golf, LLC and $188,841 for AIM Consulting Services
• Closed session negotiations for properties at 901 Via San Clemente, 701 West Whittier Boulevard, and the Bus Depot

The City Council voted unanimously to adopt Resolution No. 22-60, initiating the process to discontinue Route 60 transportation services provided by Montebello Bus Lines for the Winter/Spring 2023 shakeup. This includes issuing a termination notice to the City of Pico Rivera and scheduling a required public hearing. The council also approved a $2,440,259 construction contract for the HYRAP Streets Project and several other consent calendar items.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-60 to discontinue Route 60 bus service (unanimous)
• Awarded $2,440,259 HYRAP Streets Project contract to Manhole Adjusting, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to add City Treasurer to November 2022 ballot (consent)
• Authorized Measure A grant applications for park and open space programs (consent)
• Approved ninth amendment to water system agreement with San Gabriel Valley Water Company (consent)
• Authorized bid notices for Montebello Municipal Golf Course renovation (consent)
• Approved $83,100 construction management task order with Onward Engineering (consent)
• Approved sole-source agreement with Optibus for scheduling software (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an urgency ordinance to pause the expansion or establishment of warehouses and truck storage facilities. The body is also deciding on residential waste rate adjustments and the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update.

• Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 2450: 45-day moratorium on warehouses, distribution plants, and truck storage
• Resolution No. 22-51: Residential solid waste collection and recycling annual rate adjustment
• Resolution No. 22-52: Approval of the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update
• Refund of $428,623 in federal transportation grant funds to Caltrans
• Amendment to Agreement No. 3941 with Vectis DC LLC for federal government relations, not to exceed $84,000

The City Council adopted an interim urgency ordinance establishing a 45-day moratorium on new or expanded warehouses, distribution plants, and truck storage facilities. The Council also approved the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update (4-1), despite one abstention, and adopted resolutions for the November 2022 election. Several other items were approved, including assessment district levies, a solid waste rate adjustment, and a military use policy.

• Adopted interim urgency ordinance No. 2450, 45-day warehouse moratorium (unanimous)
• Approved Housing Element Update 2021-2029, Resolution No. 22-52 (4-1, Torres abstained)
• Adopted resolutions for Nov. 8, 2022 General Municipal Election (3-2)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2451 expanding council to 7 members temporarily (3-2)
• Approved master retainer agreements for on-call engineering services (3-2)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 with Vectis DC LLC, $84,000 for federal relations (3-2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-48, Natasha Lane Landscape Assessment District (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-49, Natasha Lane Sewer/Storm Water Pump Assessment District (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a parcel map for affordable housing and a liquor permit for a restaurant. The body will also consider an expiration date extension for a tentative parcel map.

• Vesting Tentative Parcel Map (PC-2022-0010-VTPM) to consolidate five parcels at 112-132 S. 6th Street for a 63-unit affordable housing development
• Conditional Use Permit (PC-2022-0011-CUP) for on-sale beer and wine dispensing at Sizzler, 1908 West Beverly Boulevard
• Request to extend the expiration date by one year for Tentative Parcel Map (TPM 01-20) at 1234 South Montebello Boulevard

The Montebello Planning Commission approved a vesting tentative parcel map for the Cesar Chavez Foundation to consolidate five parcels into one for a 63-unit affordable housing development at 112-132 S. 6th Street. It also approved a conditional use permit for beer and wine sales at the Sizzler restaurant on West Beverly Boulevard, with a quarterly compliance review condition. The commission selected Commissioner Franco as Chair and approved the May 3, 2022 minutes.

• Approved VTPM No. PC-2022-0010-VTPM for Cesar Chavez Foundation affordable housing project (3-0)
• Approved CUP No. PC-2022-0011-CUP for beer and wine sales at Sizzler, 1908 W. Beverly Blvd, with quarterly compliance review (3-0)
• Approved TPM No. TPM 01-20 to extend expiration date one year to June 16, 2023 (3-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Franco as Planning Commission Chair (3-0)
• Approved May 3, 2022 meeting minutes (2-1)

City Council

The City Council is discussing Ordinance No. 2451 to transition from at-large to by-district elections. The proposal would temporarily expand the council to seven members by retaining two at-large seats while filling five new district seats in the November 2022 election.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 2451 to designate council seats for the November 2022 election
• Proposal to place Districts 1, 3, and 5 on the ballot for 4-year terms
• Proposal to place Districts 2 and 4 on the ballot for 2-year terms
• Plan to retain two incumbent at-large seats until the November 2024 election

The City Council introduced and passed the first reading of Ordinance No. 2451, which places all five district seats on the November 2022 ballot while retaining two at-large seats, temporarily expanding the council to seven members. A substitute motion to stagger district elections failed. The ordinance was approved 3-2.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2451 to place all five district seats on November 2022 ballot and retain two at-large seats (3-2)
• Failed substitute motion to place only Districts 1, 3, 5 on 2022 ballot and Districts 2, 4 on 2024 ballot (2-3)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the 2022-23 budgets, compensation plans, and appropriations limits. The body is also reviewing police union agreements and several city service contracts.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2022-23 operating and capital budgets
• Construction contract for Annual Concrete Repair Program (C.P. #891) for $1,208,926 to CJ Concrete Construction, Inc.
• Purchase of seven 40-foot Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) transit buses from New Flyer of America, Inc.
• Fleet vehicle maintenance agreements with Ford of Montebello, Chevrolet of Montebello, and Montebello Tire Pros (up to $100,000 each annually)
• Memorandums of Understanding with Montebello Police Management Association and Montebello Police Officers Association

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2022-23 operating and capital budgets (Resolution 22-43) and related resolutions on compensation, appropriations limit, and CalPERS contributions (3-2). It also unanimously adopted Memoranda of Understanding with the Montebello Police Management Association and Police Officers Association (Resolutions 22-38 and 22-37). The consent calendar, including a $1.2 million concrete repair contract and purchase of seven CNG buses, was approved unanimously.

• Adopted FY 2022-23 operating and capital budgets (Resolution 22-43) (3-2)
• Adopted compensation plan, table of organization, and job classifications (Resolution 22-44) (3-2)
• Established FY 2022-23 appropriations limit per Gann Limit (Resolution 22-45) (3-2)
• Adopted resolution for CalPERS employer-paid member contributions (Resolution 22-46) (3-2)
• Adopted MOUs with Montebello Police Management Association and Police Officers Association (Resolutions 22-38 and 22-37) (unanimous)
• Awarded $1,208,926 construction contract for Annual Concrete Repair Program to CJ Concrete Construction, Inc. (consent)
• Approved purchase of seven CNG transit buses from New Flyer of America, Inc. (consent)
• Approved recruitment incentives for police officers and dispatchers (consent)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting memoranda of understanding with two police associations. The body will also review the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 22/23 and discuss several assessment districts and water rights.

• Adoption of Memoranda of Understanding with Montebello Police Management Association and Montebello Police Officers Association
• Water Rights License and Agreement No. 3986 with San Gabriel Valley Water Company for $46,380
• Approval of Engineer's Reports for Natasha Lane Landscape and Sewer/Storm Water assessment districts
• Authorization of Notice Inviting Bids for HYRAP Streets Fiscal Year 2022-23 Project (CP No. 897)
• Resolution No. 22-36 to confirm annual tax rate for voter approved indebtedness for FY 2022-23

The Montebello City Council held a short meeting, moving several items to June 8, including closed session matters, a code enforcement update, and police union MOUs. The council approved four consent calendar items (resolutions for assessment districts, water rights, tax rates) and a warrant register, but split 2-1 on authorizing bids for a street project. No major policy decisions were made.

• Approved consent items 11, 12, 14, 15 unanimously (Resolutions 22-39, 22-40, water rights agreement, tax rate)
• Approved warrant register (Resolution 22-35) unanimously
• Authorized HYRAP Streets bid notice (Item 13) 2-1 (Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem yes, Torres no)
• Postponed police MOU resolutions (22-37, 22-38) to June 8
• Postponed code enforcement update (Item 8) to June 8
• Moved closed session items 1-3 to June 8

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting Memoranda of Understanding with the Montebello Police Management Association and the Montebello Police Officers Association. The body will also review the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 22/23 and discuss water rights agreements.

• Adoption of MOUs with Montebello Police Management Association and Montebello Police Officers Association
• Water Rights License and Agreement No. 3986 with San Gabriel Valley Water Company for $46,380
• Authorization of bids for HYRAP Streets Fiscal Year 2022-23 Project (CP No. 897)
• Resolution No. 22-39 and 22-40 regarding Natasha Lane Landscape and Sewer/Storm Water Assessment Districts
• Resolution No. 22-36 to confirm annual tax rates for voter approved indebtedness

The Montebello City Council convened on May 25, 2022, but adjourned at 5:12 p.m. to allow the community to grieve the Robb Elementary School tragedy in Uvalde, Texas. All agenda items, including closed session matters, presentations, regular business, consent calendar, and council orals, were continued to the June 1, 2022 meeting. No substantive decisions were made.

• Adjourned meeting to June 1, 2022 (motion by Melendez, second by Jimenez)

City Council

The Montebello City Council will consider adopting a final City Council district map required by the California Voting Rights Act, and will vote on tentative labor agreements with the Montebello Firefighters Association and the Montebello Supervisors Association. The council will also review the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2022-23 and handle several routine consent items, including a $188,790 contract amendment for golf course design services and a $15,000 fire department grant.

• Adopt Resolution 22-34 for final City Council district map (CVRA)
• Adopt MOUs with Montebello Firefighters Association and Supervisors Association
• Approve $188,790 amendment for golf course architectural/engineering services
• Approve $15,000 California Fire Foundation grant for fire department equipment
• Authorize RFP for crossing guard services

The City Council adopted the final city council district map (Resolution 22-34) by a 3-2 vote, with Councilmembers Peralta and Torres dissenting. It also approved Memorandums of Understanding with the Montebello Firefighters Association and Montebello Supervisors Association (Resolutions 22-33 and 22-32) by a 3-1-1 vote, after a substitute motion to delay for 14 days failed. Consent calendar items were approved, including a $188,790 golf course contract amendment and a $15,000 fire grant appropriation.

• Adopted final city council district map (Resolution 22-34) (3-2)
• Approved MOU with Montebello Firefighters Association (Resolution 22-33) (3-1-1)
• Approved MOU with Montebello Supervisors Association (Resolution 22-32) (3-1-1)
• Denied substitute motion to delay MOU approval for 14 days (2-3)
• Approved $188,790 amendment for golf course architectural/engineering services
• Approved $15,000 appropriation from California Fire Foundation grant
• Approved submission of CCOGIHS interim housing services grant application
• Authorized RFP for crossing guard services

City Council

The Montebello City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session for anticipated litigation and a regular session to hear a presentation from outside counsel on the results of a third-party investigation into Councilmember Torres' conduct. Public comments are limited to agenda items only.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (one matter)
• Presentation and discussion of third-party investigator's findings on Councilmember Torres' conduct

The City Council received a third-party investigator's findings on Councilmember Torres' conduct, which included testimony from 17 witnesses. After discussion, the Council voted 3-2 to direct the City Manager and City Attorney to draft procedures to address the situation and ensure employee safety, with a follow-up discussion in one month. No other substantive decisions were made; the closed session had no reportable action.

• Directed City Manager and City Attorney to craft procedures to address Councilmember conduct and employee safety, with follow-up in one month (3-2)
• Approved minutes of May 3, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Montebello Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide whether to approve a Conditional Use Permit for Chevron U.S.A., Inc. to build a compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling station at 601 South Vail Avenue. The project includes a 2,905 sq ft equipment enclosure, a 1,589 sq ft fueling canopy, and three CNG dispensers, operating 24/7. The commission will also consider adopting a CEQA Class 3 categorical exemption for the project. The meeting will also include approval of the March 15, 2022 minutes.

• Public hearing on CUP No. PC-2021-0011-CUP for Chevron CNG fueling station at 601 S. Vail Ave
• Proposed project: 2,905 sq ft equipment enclosure, 1,589 sq ft fueling canopy, 3 CNG dispensers
• CEQA Categorical Exemption § 15303 (Class 3) recommended (ENV No. 115-21-CE)
• Approval of minutes from March 15, 2022 meeting
• Project site zoned M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing), existing petroleum terminal use

The Montebello Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit No. PC-2021-0011-CUP, allowing Chevron U.S.A., Inc. to construct a compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling station at 601 South Vail Avenue. The vote was 3-0, with two commissioners absent. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 15, 2022 meeting.

• Approved CUP No. PC-2021-0011-CUP for Chevron CNG fueling station at 601 S. Vail Ave. (3-0)
• Approved minutes of March 15, 2022 meeting (3-0)

City Council

The Montebello City Council is holding a special meeting to review draft City Council district maps and select one or more for further consideration and adoption, as part of compliance with the California Voting Rights Act. The meeting is in person, with public comments limited to agenda items.

• Review of draft City Council district maps (Attachment A)
• Selection of one or more draft maps for further consideration and adoption
• Public comments limited to agenda items, 3 minutes per speaker

The City Council approved moving forward with Demographer Map No. 3b for the California Voting Rights Act districting process, following community input. The vote was 4-0-0-1, with Councilmember Torres absent. The decision was made after discussion of various map options, with Map 3b favored by most residents and council members.

• Approved Demographer Map No. 3b for CVRA districting (4-0-0-1)

City Council

The Montebello City Council will hold the seventh public hearing under the California Voting Rights Act to receive input and select a final City Council district map, then assign seats to districts. The council will also consider declaring surplus land, introducing a business license ordinance update, and approving multiple labor agreements. Several routine items are on the consent calendar, including a transit grant application and a security services contract extension.

• Public hearing to select final City Council district map (CVRA Hearing No. 7)
• Resolution declaring 701 W. Whittier Blvd surplus land
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2449 updating business license regulations
• Approval of MOUs with four employee associations
• Resolution to apply for $13,526,438 in FTA zero-emission bus grants

The City Council unanimously approved new Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with the Montebello Fire Management Association, Mid-Management Association, City Employees' Association, and Mid-Management Professionals' Association, along with a resolution aligning unrepresented non-management employees with the City Employees' Association. The council also received and filed the seventh CVRA public hearing report without selecting a final district map, and declared surplus land at 701 W. Whittier Boulevard. Item 14, an ordinance on business licenses, was pulled by the City Manager.

• Approved MOUs with four employee associations and alignment of unrepresented employees (unanimous)
• Received and filed CVRA public hearing report; no map selected (unanimous)
• Declared 701 W. Whittier Blvd. surplus land via Resolution 22-03 (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items 16-25, including Zencity contract amendment, development agreement, FTA grant applications, and security services extension (unanimous)
• Pulled Item 14 (business license ordinance) by City Manager

City Council

The Montebello City Council is holding a special meeting with a single public hearing to receive input on four draft City Council district maps selected for further discussion. The meeting is in person only, and public comments are limited to agenda items.

• Public hearing on four draft City Council district maps (Attachment A)
• Special meeting held at Montebello Senior Center, 115 S. Taylor Avenue
• Public comments accepted in person or via email by April 21, 2022, 5:00 p.m.

The City Council held its sixth public hearing on the California Voting Rights Act and received and filed the matter. A substitute motion to adjust Demographer Map No. 5 to keep the La Merced area intact failed 0-4-1. The council then approved an amended motion to submit comments for altering Demographer Maps No. 3 and 5 only, with all currently considered maps still under consideration.

• Received and filed CVRA public hearing matter (unanimous)
• Substitute motion to adjust Demographer Map No. 5 for La Merced area failed (0-4-1)
• Approved motion to submit comments for alteration of Demographer Maps No. 3 and 5 only (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Montebello Parks and Recreation Commission will consider establishing ad-hoc committees to replace current subcommittees, and review two proposed projects: the Rio Hondo River Access Improvement Project and a Multi-Use Sports Court project at Montebello City Park. Both projects are funded by Measure A with no local match required. The meeting is held in person at City Hall Council Chambers, 1600 West Beverly Boulevard, with public comment allowed in person or via email.

• Establish Ad-Hoc Committees to replace current Subcommittees (Arts & Culture, Golf, Programs, Special Events, Sports)
• Review Rio Hondo River Access Improvement Project, funded by $477,750 Measure A grant
• Review Multi-Use Sports Court project at Montebello City Park, funded by Measure A Annual Allocation
• Project includes lighting, landscaping, crosswalks, benches, bicycle racks, horse hitching posts, shade structures, water fountains, and signage at Rio Hondo River access
• Sports court project will convert aging tennis courts to multi-use courts with fencing and lighting

City Council

The City Council approved a development agreement with Magna & Magna, Inc. for 156 residential units on N. Poplar Ave, including a density and height overlay, and approved the Montebello Boulevard Grade Separation construction agreement. The council also voted 3-2 to rescind the local COVID-19 emergency declaration and teleconferenced meeting authorization, and approved several contracts and purchases, including a new fire truck and IT infrastructure project.

• Approved Development Agreement No. 3973 with Magna & Magna, Inc. for 156 residential units (unanimous)
• Approved Montebello Boulevard Grade Separation Construction, Operation and Maintenance Agreement No. 3974 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-21 rescinding COVID-19 local emergency and AB 361 teleconference authorization (3-2)
• Approved $389,870 change order for Beach Street pavement and storm drain project (unanimous)
• Accepted Montebello Boulevard Bike Lane and Sidewalk Improvement Project as completed (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of Tractor Drawn Aerial Fire Truck up to $1,926,844 (unanimous)
• Approved $103,026 Community Risk Assessment agreement with Jacob Green & Associates (unanimous)
• Approved five-year IT infrastructure agreement with IBE Digital (3-2)

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing to receive input on six draft district maps. This is part of a transition from at-large elections to a district-based system to comply with the California Voting Rights Act.

• Public Hearing No. 5 regarding six draft City Council district maps

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the California Voting Rights Act. The body will receive public input on six draft City Council district maps selected for further consideration.

• Public Hearing No. 5 regarding California Voting Rights Act (CVRA) draft City Council district maps

City Council

The Montebello City Council will hold a special meeting focused on a budget study session. The council is scheduled to receive and file the results of this session.

• Budget study session

City Council

The Montebello City Council will hold a special meeting focused on a budget study session. The council is scheduled to receive and file the results of this session.

• Budget study session

The City Council held a special meeting for a budget study session, receiving presentations from the Finance Director on the FY 2021-22 budget update and FY 2022-23 preparation timeline, and from the Public Works Director on GIS mapping. No formal decisions or votes were made during the session; the only action was adjournment.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several financial resolutions regarding federal transit funds and Senate Bill 1. The agenda also includes a final report on the Beach Street storm drain emergency repair and authorization for legal counsel regarding golf course projects.

• Increase Federal Transit Administration grant for operating assistance from $1,000,000 to $9,292,827
• Increase purchase order for Sommers Construction Services by $155,000 for city facility painting
• Finalize Beach Street Storm Drain Emergency Repair with Mike Bubalo Construction Co., Inc. for $418,390
• Authorize retention of law firm Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth for golf course and Top Golf project negotiations
• Authorization to submit application for Fiscal Year 2022 Federal Transit Administration Section 5307 funds

The Montebello City Council approved the consent calendar items 6-9, 11, and 13-15 unanimously, including resolutions for transit funding and a storm drain repair completion. Item 12, authorizing retention of law firm Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth for TopGolf sublease negotiations, was pulled and approved unanimously. Item 10, a purchase order increase for painting services, was removed by the City Manager for future discussion.

• Approved consent calendar items 6-9, 11, 13-15 unanimously
• Authorized retention of Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth for TopGolf sublease negotiations (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-13 for Metro FTA Section 5307 discretionary capital funds application
• Adopted Resolution 22-14 authorizing City Manager to execute SB1 fund documents
• Adopted Resolution 22-15 to increase CRRSAA transit grant from $1,000,000 to $9,292,827
• Accepted Beach Street Storm Drain emergency repair completion with final amount of $418,390
• Adopted Resolution 22-16 approving the March 23, 2022 Warrant Register
• Adopted Resolution 22-17 establishing policy for councilmember event invitations

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a relocation project for the golf course driving range. The body will also receive an update on the Twin Palms project and review minutes from previous meetings.

• Conditional Use Permit and Planned Sign Program for Topgolf USA MB, LLC at 988 Via San Clemente
• Proposed on-site sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits (Type 47) at the Topgolf facility
• Mitigated Negative Declaration for the golf driving range relocation project
• Update on Twin Palms Project (Case No. PC-2021-0008-PD-PMP-SPR) at 116, 128, 136, and 129-133 N. Poplar Ave

City Council

The City Council will consider several administrative and operational items including a citywide brand update and a new recruitment plan for Montebello Bus Lines. The meeting also includes closed session discussions regarding public services, labor negotiations, litigation, and real property.

• Professional Services Agreement No. 3957 with 789, Inc. for citywide brand update services
• Alternative Bus Operator Recruitment and Support Plan for Montebello Bus Lines
• Ordinance 2444 establishing a by-district election process for City Councilmembers
• Purchase of a Forcible Entry Conex Box Training Center for $65,118 from Forcible Entry Equipment, Inc.
• Grant application submission for the California Fire Foundation Spring 2022 Grant Cycle

The City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 2444 establishing a by-district election process for City Councilmembers, and approved an additional $25,000 for public outreach and engagement, including translation services for at least one remaining public hearing. The Council also approved a professional services agreement for a citywide brand update, an alternative bus operator recruitment plan, and several other consent calendar items.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2444 establishing by-district elections (unanimous)
• Allocated $25,000 for public outreach and engagement (unanimous)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement No. 3957 with 789, Inc. for brand update (unanimous)
• Approved alternative Bus Operator Recruitment and Support Plan (unanimous)
• Approved General Services Agreement No. 3960 with LA County (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of Forcible Entry Conex Box Training Center up to $75,000 (unanimous)
• Approved City Council minutes for Dec 8, 2021 and Feb 9, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-12 approving Warrant Register (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending the approval of a development agreement with Magna & Magna, Inc. The proposal involves constructing 156 apartment units across two sites on N Poplar Avenue.

• Project Site A (116, 128, 136 N Poplar Ave): 140 apartment units, including 30 affordable units
• Project Site B (129-133 N Poplar Ave): 16 apartment units, including 2 affordable units
• Proposed Development Agreement between the City of Montebello and Magna & Magna, Inc.
• Request for a Planned Development District, Parking Management Plan, and Site Plan Review
• Proposed CEQA exemption under the Sustainable Communities Project Exemption

The Montebello Planning Commission held a public hearing on a proposal to build 156 apartment units at two sites on N Poplar Ave. The initial motion to approve the project failed with 2 ayes, 1 no, and 1 abstention. The commission then voted 4-0 to continue the item to the next regular meeting on March 15, 2022.

• Motion to approve PC-2021-0008-PD-PMP-SPR failed (2-1, 1 abstention)
• Continued item to March 15, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Fiscal Accountability and Investment Committee

The Fiscal Accountability and Investment Committee will review several financial reports, including the annual comprehensive financial report and a second quarter budget report. The committee is also scheduled to receive and file the Treasurer’s Report for the quarter ending December 31, 2021.

• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) presentation
• 2nd Quarter Budget Report
• Treasurer's Report for the quarter ending December 31, 2021

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the establishment of by-district elections. Other business includes approving street improvement completions, parking enforcement services, and an extension of the temporary outdoor dining program.

• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2444 to establish by-district election maps
• Final payment of $1,109,082 for Beverly Boulevard street improvements by Gentry Brothers, Inc.
• Agreement with Inter-Con Security Systems for parking enforcement not to exceed $1,244,801
• Extension of the Temporary Outdoor Dining Program via Resolution No. 22-10
• Review of State Auditor required Corrective Action Plan, Version 2.0

The City Council voted 3-1-1 to receive public input on six draft district maps, add two additional Open House events for community input, and introduce Ordinance No. 2444 establishing by-district elections for City Councilmembers. The final map selection was deferred. The Council also approved a corrective action plan required by the State Auditor, a $1.24M parking enforcement contract, and emergency construction contracts for a homeless shelter program.

• Approved moving forward with by-district election process, adding two Open House events (3-1-1, Peralta abstained)
• Approved Corrective Action Plan Version 2.0 for State Auditor (unanimous)
• Approved $1,244,801 parking enforcement contract with Inter-Con Security Systems (3-2)
• Approved $1,109,082 final payment for Beverly Boulevard street improvements (unanimous)
• Approved emergency shelter construction contracts totaling $574,410 (unanimous)
• Approved crossing guard agreement with Montebello Unified School District (unanimous)
• Tabled citywide brand update contract to March meeting (motion failed 2-3)
• Adopted Resolution opposing state ballot measure restricting local taxing authority (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is discussing the establishment of a program allowing local businesses and residents to sponsor park amenities. The body will also vote to select a Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and members for the Golf and Sports Committees.

• Park Amenities Sponsorship Program: Pet Waste Station ($1,000), Bench ($2,000), Picnic Table ($2,500), Drinking Fountain ($3,500), Picnic Shelter ($20,000)
• Selection of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Selection of Golf Committee members
• Selection of Sports Committee members

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the transition from at-large to by-district elections. The meeting also includes discussions on various budget appropriations, city contracts, and equipment purchases.

• Public hearing for California Voting Rights Act district map review
• Community garden agreement at Grant Rea Park with $141,000 in total budget amendments
• Blanket purchase order with PDQ Rental Center up to $75,000
• Purchase of a Fire Command Vehicle for $221,000
• Review of the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding signage guidelines and a lot line adjustment for the Metro Heights development. The body will also conduct compliance reviews for two alcohol-related conditional use permits and discuss a lease for the Montebello Golf Course.

• Planned Sign Program No. PC-2022-0002-PSP for Metro Heights Phase A
• Lot Line Adjustment No. PC-2022-0001-LLA for Metro Heights Recreation Center
• Compliance review for 701 Bar and Restaurant at 620-624 West Whittier Boulevard
• Compliance review for 7-Eleven at 2900 West Beverly, Suites A & B
• Proposed lease between the City and Topgolf USA MB, LLC for the Montebello Golf Course

The Montebello Planning Commission approved a Planned Sign Program for the Metro Heights development (5-0) and a lot line adjustment for the recreation center building (4-0). It also received and filed compliance reviews for two conditional use permits (both 4-0) and adopted a resolution finding the proposed Topgolf lease consistent with the General Plan (2-1).

• Approved PSP No. PC-2022-0002-PSP for Metro Heights signage with graffiti removal condition (5-0)
• Approved LLA No. PC-2022-0001-LLA for recreation center boundary lines (4-0)
• Received and filed CUP 07-20 compliance review for 701 Bar and Restaurant (4-0)
• Received and filed CUP 24-19 compliance review for 7-Eleven at 2900 W. Beverly (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 02-22 on Topgolf lease General Plan conformance (2-1)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss revisions to the municipal code regarding city funds, purchasing systems, and professional service contracts based on a 2021 State Auditors Report. The body will also address lease terms for a property at 901 Via San Clemente in a closed session.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 2446/2447 to amend Municipal Code Chapters 3.16, 3.20, and 3.21
• Closed session lease negotiations with Topgolf USA MB LLC for 901 Via San Clemente
• Request for Proposal No. 22-1 for citywide fleet vehicle maintenance and repair services
• Grant application for the CAL FIRE Fire Prevention Grants Program
• Updated report on emergency repair of the Beach Street Storm Drain

The City Council introduced Ordinance No. 2446, amending the Montebello Municipal Code chapters on purchasing and contracts, in a 4-1 vote. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included items such as AB 361 findings, an emergency repair report, a fleet maintenance RFP, a CAL FIRE grant application, the Treasurer's report, and the warrant register. No action was taken in closed session.

• Introduced Ordinance No. 2446 amending purchasing and contracts code (4-1)
• Approved consent calendar items 7-12 unanimously
• Approved issuing RFP No. 22-1 for fleet vehicle maintenance and repair services
• Approved submitting CAL FIRE Fire Prevention Grants Program application
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-07 approving the warrant register
• Received and filed Treasurer's report for quarter ending December 31, 2021
• Received and filed AB 361 findings and Beach Street storm drain emergency repair report

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting consisting of a closed session to consult with legal counsel. There are no items scheduled for the open session.

• Closed session conference regarding a matter related to the CVRA
• Closed session conference regarding one other anticipated litigation matter

The Montebello City Council met in special session on January 19, 2022, and immediately recessed into closed session to discuss two anticipated litigation matters, including one related to the California Voting Rights Act (CVRA). After reconvening, the council reported receiving briefings but taking no final action on either item. No open session business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Received closed session briefing on anticipated CVRA litigation (no action)
• Received closed session briefing on second anticipated litigation matter (no action)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a General Plan Amendment for the citywide 6th Cycle Housing Element Update (2021-2029). The body is asked to recommend that the City Council adopt the associated Initial Study - Negative Declaration.

• General Plan Amendment (PC-2022-0001-GPA) for the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update (2021-2029)
• Approval of November 16, 2021 meeting minutes

The Montebello Planning Commission approved the draft 6th Cycle Housing Element Update (2021-2029) for the city's General Plan, with a condition that it be approved by the City Council. The item passed unanimously 5-0. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 16, 2021 meeting, with Chair Briseno abstaining, resulting in a 4-0 vote.

• Approved 6th Cycle Housing Element Update (2021-2029) with condition of City Council approval (5-0)
• Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0, Chair abstained)

City Council

The City Council and Successor Agency will meet to discuss budget resolutions and council assignments. The body is considering an emergency contract for storm drain work and construction management for pavement rehabilitation on Beach Street.

• Emergency replacement of Beach Street Storm Drain with Mike Bubalo Construction Co. for an estimated $390,000
• Construction Management & Inspection Services for Beach Street Pavement Rehabilitation Phase 1 with AIM Consulting Services for a fee not to exceed $92,126
• Final contract amount of $6,362,081 for Paving the Way – Phase 2 project completed by Manhole Adjusting, Inc.
• Adoption of the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule and Administrative Budget for Fiscal Year 2021-22
• Update to the City of Montebello Conflict of Interest Code via Resolution No. 22-04

The City Council approved an emergency replacement of the Beach Street storm drain, waiving bidding and authorizing a $390,000 contract with Mike Bubalo Construction Co. (4-0-1, Torres abstaining). They also approved several other items, including a $84,000 retail recruitment agreement with NaviRetail Inc., a $100,000 increase for printing services, and the purchase of seven police patrol vehicles for $398,300 (4-0-1, Torres abstaining). The council reinstated the Cannabis and Solid Waste Ad Hoc Committees, established a Transportation Ad Hoc Committee, and made various committee appointments.

• Approved emergency Beach Street storm drain replacement, $390,000 contract (4-0-1)
• Approved $84,000 NaviRetail market analysis and retail recruitment agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 increase for printing/graphic design services with Sauce Creative (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 7 police patrol vehicles, $398,300 (4-0-1)
• Reinstated Cannabis Ad Hoc Committee (unanimous)
• Reinstated Solid Waste Ad Hoc Committee (unanimous)
• Established Transportation Ad Hoc Committee (3-2)
• Approved ROPS 21-22 and administrative budget resolutions (unanimous)