Monterey Park public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council will meet to reorganize its leadership by appointing a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The meeting includes the official installation ceremony for Henry Lo as Mayor.

• Appointment of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
• Oath of office for incoming Mayor Pro Tem Fred Sornoso
• Mayoral installation ceremony for Henry Lo
• Address by outgoing Mayor Yvonne Yiu

The City Council held a special teleconference meeting and unanimously appointed Henry Lo as Mayor and Fred Sornoso as Mayor Pro Tem, with oaths administered by Speaker Anthony Rendon and City Clerk Vincent Chang. The meeting also included outgoing Mayor Yvonne Yiu's address and adjourned at 7:16 p.m.

• Appointed Henry Lo as Mayor (5-0)
• Appointed Fred Sornoso as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting at 7:16 p.m. (5-0)

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meetings for December 14 and December 28, 2021, have been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 11, 2022.

• Cancellation of December 14 and December 28 meetings

Community Participation Commission

The regularly scheduled Community Participation Commission meeting for December 21, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 18, 2022.

• No agenda items were presented for the December 21 meeting.

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees cancelled its scheduled December 21, 2021, meeting due to a lack of agenda items. Recent board records include discussions regarding a $140,000 grant application for an outreach vehicle and staff vacancies.

• Cancellation of the December 21, 2021, regular meeting
• $140,000 grant application for an outreach vehicle/bookmobile
• $10,290 for library hotspots and Chromebooks
• Six full-time equivalent staff vacancies
• Reopening of the Friends of the Library bookstore

Commission on Aging

The Monterey Park Commission on Aging meeting scheduled for December 20, 2021, was cancelled due to a lack of items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 17, 2022.

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Monterey Park City Council, held remotely, with the primary purpose of entering closed session to discuss real property negotiations for 1977 Saturn St. The council will also take public comments on agenda items before the closed session. No other substantive open-session items are listed.

• Closed session: conference with real property negotiators for 1977 Saturn St (AIN 5265-026-054), negotiating price and terms of payment with BRE California Saturn LLC
• Public comment via email or phone (Zoom) accepted on agenda items
• Meeting conducted remotely under AB 361; City Hall closed to public

The Monterey Park City Council held a special teleconference meeting on December 15, 2021, primarily to enter a closed session for real property negotiations regarding 1977 Saturn St. No public comment was received, and no reportable action was taken in closed session. The meeting adjourned at 6:23 p.m. with no substantive decisions made.

• Held closed session for real property negotiation at 1977 Saturn St (no reportable action)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:23 p.m. with no substantive decisions

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting new district maps for by-district elections and ratifying COVID-19 emergency measures. The council will also review a grant match for firefighters and a contract extension for the Play Days carnival.

• Adoption of district maps for by-district elections
• $8,210.19 allocation for firefighter grant match
• Two-year contract extension with Carnival Midway Attractions
• Ratification of COVID-19 pandemic actions and local emergency extension

The City Council approved consent items including district maps for by-district elections, extended the local COVID-19 emergency and teleconferencing authority, and authorized a two-year extension for the carnival contract while directing staff to forgo the 2022 Play Days parade. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2218 adopting district maps for by-district elections (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12288 ratifying City Manager actions, extending local emergency, and authorizing teleconferencing meetings (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. SA-183 adopting ROPS 22-23 A&B and administrative budget for Successor Agency (5-0)
• Approved FY2021 Assistance to Firefighters Grant application with $8,210.19 match (5-0)
• Authorized amendment to Agreement No. 1925-A with Carnival Midway Attractions for two-year extension (5-0)
• Directed staff to forgo the 2022 Play Days parade (5-0)
• Received and filed monthly investment report and SHSP 2019 grant report (5-0)

Environmental Commission

The regular meeting of the Monterey Park Environmental Commission scheduled for December 14, 2021, is cancelled due to a staffing conflict. City Hall remains closed to the public because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Planning Commission

The Monterey Park Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meetings for December 14, 2021, and December 28, 2021. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

• No agenda items were scheduled for the cancelled meetings

Economic Development Advisory Commission

The Economic Development Advisory Commission will meet to finalize its goals for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The commission will also discuss how volunteers can help market the Monterey Park Rewards program to local businesses and residents.

• Finalizing EDAC goals for the 2021-2022 fiscal year
• Discussion on marketing the Monterey Park Rewards program
• Update on the City of Monterey Park Rewards Program
• Approval of November 10, 2021 meeting minutes

Recreation and Parks Commission

The regularly scheduled Recreation and Parks Commission meeting for December 6, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled to be held on January 3, 2022, via teleconference.

• No items scheduled due to meeting cancellation

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding organic waste disposal and Personnel Board regulations. The meeting includes a public hearing to receive testimony on redrawing council district boundaries. Additionally, the Council will review several contracts for security systems and water planning.

• Ordinance mandating reduction of organic waste disposal
• $775,374.66 purchase of a security surveillance camera system from Verkada Inc.
• Contract with AKM Consulting Engineers for Water Master Plan Update up to $300,000
• Public hearing on redrawing City Council district boundaries
• Resolution approving participation in two national opioid litigation settlements

Planning Commission

The Monterey Park Planning Commission's regular meeting of November 23, 2021, is cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 14, 2021, at 7:00 PM, and will be held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Regular meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for December 14, 2021, at 7:00 PM
• Meetings held virtually due to COVID-19; City Hall closed to public

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will meet via teleconference to approve minutes from August 19, 2021. The agenda also includes a proposal to cancel the December 2021 meeting and receive project updates.

• Approval of August 19, 2021 meeting minutes
• Cancellation of the December 2021 meeting
• Project updates

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive testimony regarding the redrawing of council district boundaries. The agenda also includes a proposed ordinance for organic waste reduction and several service contracts. Additionally, the San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District will provide a presentation on drought.

• Public hearing on redrawing council district boundaries
• Proposed ordinance to mandate reducing organic waste disposal with a $110,800 appropriation
• $163,000 task order for emergency repairs to the Delta Plant Facility underground duct bank
• $280,000 agreement with Labelle Marvin, Inc. for pavement study services
• Investment management agreement with Chandler Asset Management for approximately $30,000 annually

The City Council declared a Stage 2 Drought Emergency (Resolution No. 12281) and introduced an ordinance to reduce organic waste disposal, also authorizing participation in a regional food recovery program. It extended the local emergency and teleconferencing rules (Resolution No. 12280), confirmed withdrawal from ICRMA, and approved several contracts and agreements. The council continued the investment management agreement and the downtown BID assessment hearing to future meetings.

• Adopted Resolution No. 12281 declaring a Stage 2 Drought Emergency and directing implementation of water conservation restrictions.
• Introduced and waived first reading of an ordinance adding Chapter 6.08.290 to reduce organic waste disposal and authorized participation in the SGVCOG Regional Food Recovery Program with $110,800 appropriation.
• Adopted Resolution No. 12280 extending the local emergency and authorizing public meetings via teleconferencing.
• Confirmed withdrawal from ICRMA and authorized the City Manager to negotiate an agreement with PRISM for insurance pool coverage.
• Approved a task order with Hampton Tedder Electric for urgent underground duct bank repairs, not to exceed $163,000.
• Approved a three-year professional services agreement with LaBelle Marvin, Inc. for pavement study services, not to exceed $280,000.
• Authorized a sponsorship agreement with Alhambra Educational Foundation for a tribute concert at Barnes Park Amphitheater.
• Continued the investment management agreement with Chandler Asset Management and the downtown BID assessment hearing to future meetings.

Community Participation Commission

The Commission will consider approving the minutes from its regular meeting held on September 21, 2021. The agenda also includes staff updates and upcoming activities.

• Approval of September 21, 2021, meeting minutes
• Staff updates and upcoming activities

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees is reviewing financial reports and expenditures for October 2021. The board will also consider approving minutes from September and October 2021 meetings. Additionally, members will discuss potentially canceling the regular meeting scheduled for December 21, 2021.

• Press Reader demonstration by Evena Shu
• Approval of September 21 and October 19, 2021 minutes
• Review of Year-to-Date Budget Report for October 2021
• Possible cancellation of the December 21, 2021 meeting

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging meeting includes a proposal to approve the minutes from the October 18, 2021, regular meeting. No other presentations, public hearings, or new business items are scheduled for this agenda.

• Approval of October 18, 2021, meeting minutes

Economic Development Advisory Commission

The commission will receive updates on the Celadon Center Project and the new City of Monterey Park Rewards Program. Members will also continue discussions regarding goalsetting for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The agenda includes an overview of commissioner roles and remote meeting protocols.

• Update on the Celadon Center Project
• Update on the Monterey Park Rewards Program
• EDAC goalsetting for the 2021-2022 fiscal year
• Approval of October 13, 2021 meeting minutes

Environmental Commission

The November 9, 2021, Environmental Commission meeting has been cancelled due to a staffing conflict. City Hall remains closed to the public because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 14, 2021.

• No agenda items were scheduled due to the cancellation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a new development. The proposal involves constructing a 128,654 square foot, three-story self-storage facility.

• Public hearing for conditional use permit CU-21-06
• Proposed 128,654 square foot self-storage facility at 505 Monterey Pass Road

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a conditional use permit for a three-story self-storage building. The project is located at 505 Monterey Pass Road in the Office Professional zone. Staff recommends approval of the permit.

• Public hearing for conditional use permit CU-21-06
• Proposed three-story self-storage facility at 505 Monterey Pass Road

City Council

The City Council is considering a conditional use permit for a drive-through facility at Market Place Development. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding assessments within the Geologic Hazard Abatement District and reviewing the mayoral rotation schedule.

• Conditional Use Permit for a drive-through facility at Market Place Development
• Levying assessments within the Monterey Park Geologic Hazard Abatement District
• Amending contracts with 72 Hour LLC and West Coast Lights and Siren for police vehicles
• Applying for the California State Library Stronger Together Mobile Library Grant

The Monterey Park City Council approved a conditional use permit for a new drive-through restaurant at the Market Place, adopted resolutions for a mobile library grant and Law Enforcement Records Day, and authorized police vehicle purchases. The mayoral rotation schedule change failed due to lack of a second, and the GHAD public hearing was continued to January 19, 2022.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP-21-07) for a drive-through at the Market Place (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12277 authorizing application for California State Library Stronger Together Mobile Library Grant (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12278 declaring Nov 9, 2021 as Law Enforcement Records and Support Personnel Day (5-0)
• Waived bidding and authorized police vehicle purchase and conversion contracts totaling ~$1,100,000 (5-0)
• Motion to change mayoral rotation schedule failed (no second)
• Continued GHAD public hearing to January 19, 2022 (5-0)
• Continued hotel Precise Plan modification hearing to December 15, 2021 (5-0)

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Recreation and Parks Commission will discuss COVID-19 recreation activities and the dog park subcommittee. The agenda also includes a pickleball tournament update and approval of September 13, 2021, meeting minutes.

• COVID-19 recreation updates regarding current activities and events
• Dog Park Sub Committee updates
• Pickleball tournament update for November 6, 2021
• Approval of September 13, 2021 special meeting minutes

Business Improvement Advisory Committee

The Business Improvement District Advisory Committee will receive updates on the new Shop Local program app and the Celadon Center Project. Members will also discuss potential economic recovery programs for the district. Additionally, the committee will review timelines for the 2021 annual report and 2022 assessment fees.

• Update on the new Shop Local program app
• Update on the Celadon Center Project
• Discussion of economic recovery programs within the Business Improvement District
• Review of 2021 Annual Report and budget approval process
• Review of 2022 assessment fee and proposed budget approval process

The Business Improvement District Advisory Committee held a special teleconference meeting with no substantive decisions. Commissioners requested that the discussion on the 2021 annual report, budget, and 2022 assessment fee be tabled to the next regular meeting. No action was taken on any agenda item.

• Tabled discussion on 2021 annual report and budget to next regular meeting
• No action taken on potential improvements and economic recovery programs

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a permit to allow a preschool and playground addition at 125-129 N. Chandler Avenue. The proposal includes new fencing, landscaping, and parking lot improvements. The commission will also receive a presentation regarding the duties of the Planning Commission.

• Public hearing for preschool and playground at 125-129 N. Chandler Avenue
• Approval of October 12, 2021, meeting minutes
• Presentation on Planning Commission duties by Deputy City Attorney

Traffic Commission

The regularly scheduled Traffic Commission Meeting for October 21, 2021, is cancelled due to staffing limitations and COVID-19 pandemic closures. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 18, 2021, at 7:00 PM.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive testimony on whether to redraw council district boundaries or maintain the existing map. The agenda also includes a proposed development agreement for a mixed-use project at 114 E. Garvey Avenue.

• Public hearing regarding redrawing council district boundaries
• Development agreement for a 509,295 square foot mixed-use project at 114 E. Garvey Avenue
• Resolution regarding 2022 assessments for Downtown Business Improvement District No. 1
• Response to Los Angeles County Civil Grand Jury report on food waste
• Tree Memorial Program nominations

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2215, approving a development agreement with Rykadan 005, LLC for a multi-story mixed-use residential/commercial project at 114 E. Garvey Avenue, and activated the Business Recovery Development Zone overlay. The council also accepted the existing council district map for redistricting, adopted resolutions on the BID assessment, food waste response, and Movember, and approved two tree memorials. The meeting was conducted via teleconference under AB 361.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2215 approving development agreement with Rykadan 005, LLC for 509,295 sq ft mixed-use project at 114 E. Garvey Ave (3-2, Lo and Yiu abstained)
• Accepted existing council district map (Option A) for redistricting, concluding the process (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12274 setting Nov 17, 2021 public hearing for 2022 BID assessments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12275 approving response letter to LA County Grand Jury on food waste (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12276 declaring November as 'Movember' (5-0)
• Approved tree memorials for William R. Sanchez and John C. Thompson (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 15, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Received and filed September 2021 investment report showing $84,956,569.03 invested (5-0)

Community Participation Commission

The Commission will meet to consider approving the minutes from the September 21, 2021, regular meeting. The agenda also includes staff updates and upcoming activities, though no specific details are provided for these items.

• Approval of the September 21, 2021, regular meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees approved the appointment of a liaison to the Library Foundation and accepted a donation of two stained glass windows. The board also reviewed August 2021 financial reports and discussed library staffing updates.

• Appointment of Trustee Dhing as liaison to the Library Foundation
• Acceptance of two 4' x 8' Bruggemeyer stained glass windows donation
• Approval of August 2021 financial reports and expenditures
• Recruitment for a full-time Library Assistant in the Children’s Division

Commission on Aging

The Monterey Park Commission on Aging is scheduled to review and approve the minutes from its August 16, 2021 regular meeting. This meeting has no scheduled presentations, public hearings, old business, or new business items.

• Approval of minutes from the August 16, 2021 regular meeting

Economic Development Advisory Commission

The Economic Development Advisory Commission will review a presentation from the City Clerk’s Office regarding 2021 redistricting. The commission will also receive an update on the new City of Monterey Park Rewards Program and continue discussions for setting fiscal year goals.

• Presentation on 2021 redistricting
• Update on the new City of Monterey Park Rewards Program
• Goalsetting for the 2021-2022 fiscal year
• Approval of September meeting minutes

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will review several new job classifications, including roles in Public Works, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Recreation. The board will also review the city's vacancy and recruitment report and its 2021 attendance record.

• Assistant Director of Public Works/Assistant City Engineer class specification
• Information Technology Services Manager class specification
• Human Resources/Risk Manager class specification
• Recreation Supervisor class specification
• Review of the Vacancy and Recruitment Report

Environmental Commission

The regular meeting of the Monterey Park Environmental Commission scheduled for October 12, 2021, is cancelled due to a staffing conflict. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 9, 2021.

• Cancellation of the October 12, 2021, Environmental Commission meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair. The meeting also includes the introduction of Steven Sizemore as the Interim Director of Community and Economic Development. Additionally, commissioners will discuss upcoming land use and ethics training.

• Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Introduction of Interim Director Steven Sizemore
• Discussion of upcoming land use and ethics training
• Approval of September 14, 2021, meeting minutes

Business Improvement Advisory Committee

The committee will elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair and review the 2021 annual report for Business Improvement District No. 1. Members will also consider the proposed 2022 programs and budget, which includes street banners and holiday decorations.

• Election of BIDAC Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of 2021 Annual Report for Business Improvement District No. 1
• Approval of the 2022 proposed programs and budget totaling $54,859.00
• Proposed installation of street banners and holiday decorations on Garvey and Garfield Avenues

The Business Improvement District Advisory Committee elected Elizabeth Yang as chairperson and Gene Jeng as interim vice-chairperson. The committee approved an increase to the 2021 annual budget for additional Christmas decorations and approved the 2022 BID Fee Schedule. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Elizabeth Yang as chairperson (4-0)
• Elected Gene Jeng as interim vice-chairperson (4-0)
• Approved increase to 2021 annual budget for Christmas decorations (4-0)
• Approved 2022 BID Fee Schedule (4-0)

City Council

The Monterey Park City Council held a special meeting to conduct a closed session conference with real property negotiators. The discussion focused on negotiating the price and payment terms for the property located at 1977 Saturn St.

• Real property negotiations for 1977 Saturn St

The City Council held a special teleconference meeting on October 6, 2021, primarily to enter closed session for real property negotiations. No reportable action was taken in closed session, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• Adjourned to closed session for real property negotiations (unanimous)
• No reportable action taken in closed session

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a development agreement for a large mixed-use residential and commercial project at 114 E. Garvey Avenue. The council will also consider accepting a $10,987,000 grant for water and park protection. Other items include reviewing the draft Housing Element and extending local emergency measures.

• Public hearing for a 509,295 square foot mixed-use project at 114 E. Garvey Avenue
• Acceptance of $10,987,000 Proposition 68 grant funding
• Donation of two stained glass windows from the 1929 Bruggemeyer Library
• Review of draft Housing Element of the General Plan
• Resolution to extend local emergency and authorize teleconferencing

The City Council introduced and waived first reading of an ordinance approving a Development Agreement for a 509,295 square foot mixed-use residential/commercial project at 114 E. Garvey Avenue, with 151 residential units and commercial space. The vote was 3-0 with Council Members Lo and Yiu abstaining. Second reading and adoption are scheduled for October 20, 2021. The Council also accepted a $10,987,000 Proposition 68 grant for groundwater treatment, accepted a donation of stained glass windows, and adopted a resolution extending the local emergency and authorizing teleconferenced meetings.

• Introduced ordinance for DA-21-XX for 114 E. Garvey Ave mixed-use project (3-0, Lo and Yiu abstained)
• Accepted $10,987,000 Proposition 68 grant for groundwater treatment (5-0)
• Accepted donation of two stained glass windows from 1929 Bruggemeyer Library (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12273 ratifying COVID-19 actions and extending local emergency (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 3A, 3D, 3E, 3F (5-0)
• Received and filed draft Housing Element (consent calendar)
• Received and filed zoning interpretation for dental office at 4000 Marketplace Drive (consent calendar)

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Monterey Park Recreation and Parks Commission meeting scheduled for October 4, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled to be held on November 1, 2021, via teleconference.

• Cancellation of the October 4, 2021, meeting

Business Improvement Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing the 2021 Annual Report for Business Improvement District No. 1, which covers past expenditures and future programs. The agenda also includes an overview of a new Shop Local program app designed to revitalize the local economy.

• Review of 2021 Annual Report for Business Improvement District No. 1
• Overview of the new City of Monterey Park Shop Local program app
• Oath of office for new commission member Elizabeth Yang
• Introduction of Economic Development Specialist Karen Ko
• Proposed 2022 budget of $54,859.00

The Business Improvement District Advisory Committee held a special teleconference meeting with no substantive decisions. They reviewed the 2021 Annual Report and estimated budget, plus the 2022 proposed budget and new BID Fee Schedule, which will be presented at the BID At-Large Meeting on October 7, 2021. Commissioners requested price quotes for additional holiday decorations for that meeting. The meeting also included the swearing-in of new commissioner Elizabeth Yang and introduction of Economic Development Specialist Karen Ko.

• Swore in new commissioner Elizabeth Yang
• Reviewed 2021 Annual Report and 2022 proposed budget (no action taken)
• Requested price quotes for additional holiday decorations for October 7 BID At-Large Meeting

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for September 28, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 12, 2021.

• No items were scheduled for the September 28 meeting.

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Recreation and Parks Commission and Community Participation Commission are reviewing nominations for the Tree Memorial program. The commission will consider the nominations of William R. Sanchez and Johnny C. Thompson.

• Nomination of William R. Sanchez for Tree Memorial
• Nomination of Johnny C. Thompson for Tree Memorial

Economic Development Advisory Commission

The Economic Development Advisory Commission will hold a presentation regarding training for the new City of Monterey Park Shop Local App Program. No other business, public hearings, or consent calendar items are scheduled for this special meeting.

• Presentation on training for the new City of Monterey Park Shop Local App Program

Community Participation Commission

The Community Participation Commission will meet to approve the minutes from its regular meeting held on August 17, 2021. The agenda also includes staff updates and information regarding upcoming activities.

• Approval of August 17, 2021, meeting minutes
• Staff updates and upcoming activities

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review recent financial reports and approve minutes from the August 17 meeting. The board will also consider appointing Trustee Jason Dhing as the official liaison to the Monterey Park Library Foundation. Additionally, members will discuss accepting a donation of stained glass windows for display in the library.

• Appointment of Trustee Jason Dhing as official liaison to the Library Foundation
• Acceptance of a donation of stained glass windows for the library
• Review of year-to-date budget and Library Services Fund reports
• Approval of August 17, 2021 meeting minutes

Traffic Commission

The scheduled Traffic Commission meeting for September 16, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2021, at 7:00 PM and will be held virtually.

• No agenda items were scheduled for this meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including the formation of the Monterey Park Geologic Hazard Abatement District. Other topics include adopting water conservation measures and updating citywide user fees. The council will also review grant applications and vehicle purchases for the Fire Department.

• Formation of the Monterey Park Geologic Hazard Abatement District
• Adoption of an ordinance enacting water conservation measures
• Purchase of two Fire Department vehicles for $209,403.90
• Extension of a sub-leasehold agreement at 3500 West Ramona Boulevard
• Public hearing to update citywide user fees and charges

The City Council formed the Monterey Park Geologic Hazard Abatement District (MPK GHAD) to ensure hillside improvements for the Good Views development are maintained at property owners' cost. It also adopted a new citywide fee schedule, approved two new fire vehicles, and continued a hotel precise plan hearing to November 3, 2021.

• Approved Resolution No. 12271 forming the MPK GHAD and appointing the City Council as its board.
• Adopted Resolution No. MPK GHAD-1 adopting the Plan of Control and setting a public hearing on assessments for November 3, 2021.
• Adopted Resolution No. MPK GHAD-2 ordering installation of geologic stabilization measures and drainage improvements.
• Adopted Resolution No. 12270 updating citywide user fees and charges.
• Authorized purchase of two fire department vehicles for $209,403.90 under a state cooperative agreement.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2213 regulating wireless telecommunications facilities in public rights-of-way.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2214 adding water conservation regulations to the municipal code.
• Continued the public hearing for the Courtyard at Marriott hotel precise plan modification to November 3, 2021.

Environmental Commission

The regular meeting of the Monterey Park Environmental Commission scheduled for September 14, 2021, has been cancelled due to a staffing conflict. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 12, 2021.

• Cancellation of the September 14 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a request to subdivide air rights for three residential units at 314 South Moore Avenue. The Commission will also review a zoning interpretation regarding the relocation of Community Commerce Bank to an adjacent unit at 2325 South Atlantic Boulevard.

• Subdivision of air rights for three residential units at 314 South Moore Avenue
• Zoning interpretation for bank relocation at 2325 South Atlantic Boulevard
• Reduction of bank floor area from 4,988 to 1,637 square feet

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Recreation and Parks Commission will review a presentation regarding the 2021 city redistricting process. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19 recreation activities, the dog park sub-committee, and an upcoming pickleball tournament. Additionally, the commission is scheduled to approve minutes from the August 2, 2021, meeting.

• Presentation on City of Monterey Park Redistricting 2021
• Updates on COVID-19 recreation activities and events
• Dog Park sub-committee updates
• Update on November pickleball tournament
• Approval of August 2, 2021, meeting minutes

Economic Development Advisory Commission

The Economic Development Advisory Commission will continue setting goals for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The commission will also receive an update on the new City of Monterey Park Shop Local Program App.

• Update on the City of Monterey Park Shop Local Program App
• Goalsetting for the 2021-2022 fiscal year
• Approval of August 11, 2021 meeting minutes

Recreation and Parks Commission

The regularly scheduled Recreation and Parks Commission meeting for September 6, 2021, has been cancelled due to the Labor Day holiday. A special meeting is scheduled to be held on Monday, September 13, 2021, via teleconference.

• Cancellation of the September 6, 2021, commission meeting

City Council

The Monterey Park City Council will consider new ordinances for water conservation and wireless telecommunications facilities. The Council will also review a contract award for Northeast Area water main improvements. A presentation regarding a community cleanup at Garvey Ranch Park is also scheduled.

• Contract award to Big Ben, Inc. for $3,643,675 for Northeast Area Water Main Improvements Phase II
• Introduction of an ordinance establishing water conservation measures and requirements
• Introduction of an ordinance regarding wireless telecommunications facilities in public rights-of-way
• Presentation on the Garvey Ranch Park community cleanup scheduled for September 18

The City Council approved a $3,643,675 contract with Big Ben, Inc. for the Northeast Area Water Main Improvements Phase II, and authorized $1,033,900 in Water Operations Funds and up to $364,368 in contingencies. The Council also introduced ordinances to enact water conservation regulations and to regulate small wireless facilities in public rights-of-way, and adopted Resolution No. 12268 for small wireless facility regulations. All votes were unanimous, with Mayor Yiu abstaining from the water main item due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved minutes from the regular and special meetings of July 21, 2021.
• Awarded a $3,643,675 public works contract to Big Ben, Inc. for the Northeast Area Water Main Improvements Phase II (Specification No. 2021-002).
• Authorized appropriation of $1,033,900 from Water Operations Funds for the water main project.
• Authorized the Director of Public Works to approve change orders up to $364,368 (10% of contract) for the water main project.
• Introduced and waived first reading of an ordinance adding Chapter 14.25 to the Municipal Code, enacting water conservation regulations.
• Introduced and waived first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 21.34 and Section 9.66.010 regarding wireless telecommunications facilities in public rights-of-way.
• Adopted Resolution No. 12268 adopting small wireless facility regulations.

City Council

The City Council will consider a contract with Big Ben, Inc. for Northeast Area Water Main Improvements Phase II. The council is also introducing ordinances regarding water conservation and wireless telecommunications facilities in public rights-of-way. A presentation on an upcoming community cleanup at Garvey Ranch Park is also scheduled.

• Contract award for Northeast Area Water Main Improvements Phase II with Big Ben, Inc. ($3,643,675)
• Ordinance introducing water conservation measures and requirements
• Ordinance regarding wireless telecommunications facilities in public rights-of-way
• Presentation on community cleanup at Garvey Ranch Park scheduled for September 18

Planning Commission

The Monterey Park Planning Commission has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for August 24, 2021, due to a lack of items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2021, at 7:00 p.m.

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will receive a presentation from the City Clerk’s Office regarding the 2021 City of Monterey Park redistricting. The commission is also scheduled to approve minutes from its June 17, 2021 meeting.

• Presentation on City of Monterey Park Redistricting 2021
• Approval of minutes from the June 17, 2021 regular meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to dissolve the Personnel Board and extend terms for appointed officials. The agenda also includes a $120,000 budget adjustment for Fire Station 62 and the initiation of a Geologic Hazard Abatement District. Additionally, the Council will review business hour modifications for a retail establishment.

• Ordinance to dissolve the Personnel Board and extend terms of appointed officials
• $120,000 budget adjustment for Fire Station 62 Demolition & Reconstruction
• Initiation of the Monterey Park Geologic Hazard Abatement District
• Business hour modifications for a retail eating establishment at 1970 South Atlantic Boulevard
• Appointment of representatives to the Independent Cities Risk Management Authority

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 12267 to initiate formation of the Monterey Park Geologic Hazard Abatement District (MPK GHAD) and scheduled a public hearing for September 15, 2021. The council also approved a supplemental resolution modifying the conditional use permit for Raising Cane's at 1970 South Atlantic Boulevard to extend operating hours to 1:00 a.m. Several items were continued to future meetings, including the Personnel Board dissolution and two public hearings.

• Adopted Resolution No. 12267 initiating MPK GHAD formation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12266 modifying Raising Cane's CU-19-13 hours to 9 a.m.-1 a.m. (5-0)
• Continued Personnel Board dissolution to September 1, 2021
• Continued MPK GHAD public hearing to September 15, 2021
• Continued hotel Precise Plan PP-14-02 hearing to September 15, 2021
• Approved $120,000 budget appropriation for Fire Station 62 project
• Adopted Resolution No. 12264 amending records retention schedule
• Adopted Resolution No. 12265 appointing ICRMA representatives

City Council

The City Council is considering a resolution to modify the business hours for a retail eating establishment at 1970 South Atlantic Boulevard. The proposal would set operating hours from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., Monday through Sunday. This change is intended to align the restaurant's schedule with nearby commercial uses.

• Proposed modification of business hours for Raising Cane’s at 1970 South Atlantic Boulevard
• New proposed operating hours of 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., Monday through Sunday

The City Council approved a resolution modifying the conditional use permit for Raising Cane's at 1970 South Atlantic Boulevard, extending operating hours from 9 a.m.-10 p.m. to 9 a.m.-1 a.m. daily. The council also initiated formation of the Monterey Park Geologic Hazard Abatement District and continued related public hearings to September 15, 2021. Several consent calendar items were approved, including a $120,000 budget adjustment for the Fire Station 62 project.

• Approved Resolution No. 12266 modifying CU-19-13 to extend Raising Cane's hours to 1 a.m. (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12267 initiating formation of MPK GHAD and setting public hearing (5-0)
• Continued public hearings for MPK GHAD and hotel precise plan to September 15, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved $120,000 General Fund appropriation for Fire Station 62 project (consent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12264 amending records retention schedule (consent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12265 appointing ICRMA representatives (consent)
• Received and filed July 2021 investment report of $89,486,569.03 (5-0)
• Received and filed Administrative Use Permit 21-02 for drive-through (5-0)

Community Participation Commission

The Commission will receive a presentation from the City Clerk’s office regarding the 2021 redistricting process. The agenda also includes a recommendation to approve minutes from the July 20, 2021, regular meeting.

• Presentation on City of Monterey Park Redistricting 2021
• Approval of July 20, 2021, regular meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review proposed updates to the library's circulation policy for approval. The meeting also includes presentations on city redistricting and Library Foundation activities. Additionally, the board will introduce the new Adult Literacy Coordinator.

• Proposed updates to the Circulation Policy
• Presentation on City of Monterey Park Redistricting 2021
• Updates on Library Foundation activities
• Introduction of Victor Castellanos, Adult Literacy Coordinator
• Approval of July 20, 2021 meeting minutes

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will administer oaths of office to four newly elected commissioners. The meeting also includes a presentation on city redistricting and the distribution of commission handbooks and policies.

• Oath of office for Commissioners Sui Ying Fong, Paul Isozaki, Diana Lee, and Betty Wang
• Presentation on City of Monterey Park Redistricting 2021
• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2019, and July 19, 2021
• Distribution of the 2020 Commission Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Social Media Policy

Business Improvement Advisory Committee

The Business Improvement District Advisory Committee is reviewing proposed changes to member terms and quorum rules. The meeting also features a presentation on city redistricting and an overview of a new Shop Local program app.

• Presentation on City of Monterey Park Redistricting 2021
• Introduction of Economic Development Specialist Karen Ko
• Overview of the new Shop Local program app
• Discussion on Ordinance No. 2209 regarding quorum requirements
• Discussion on changing committee terms from one-year to four-year terms

Economic Development Advisory Commission

The Economic Development Advisory Commission is discussing goalsetting for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The agenda also includes a presentation on the new City of Monterey Park Shop Local Program app and approval of July 14, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Update on the new City of Monterey Park Shop Local Program app
• Goalsetting for the 2021-2022 fiscal year
• Approval of July 14, 2021, meeting minutes

Personnel Board

The regular meeting of the Monterey Park Personnel Board scheduled for August 11, 2021, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to City Hall remaining closed to the public because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 8, 2021.

• Cancellation of the August 11, 2021, Personnel Board meeting

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will discuss updates on the Climate Action Plan and potential grant writing. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Monterey Park Housing Element, the SR-710 Metro Grant, and the California drought.

• Updates on Climate Action Plan and grant writing discussion
• Discussion of Monterey Park Housing Element
• Discussion of SR-710 Metro Grant
• Discussion regarding California drought
• Approval of July 13, 2021 meeting minutes

The Environmental Commission held a regular teleconference meeting on August 10, 2021. The only formal action was approving the minutes from the July 13, 2021 meeting. Other items were informational updates: the Climate Action Plan is now under the City Manager's Office, with next steps to seek City Council approval for a consultant; the Housing Element update was presented; and the SR-710 Metro Grant projects were discussed. No other decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from July 13, 2021 regular meeting (3-0)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission Meeting for August 10, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 24, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. and will be held virtually.

• No agenda items were scheduled for this meeting.

City Council

The City Council will consider the issuance of Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2021, to fund citywide street improvements. Members will also review recommendations for allocating American Rescue Plan Act funding. Additionally, a public hearing is scheduled regarding weed nuisance abatement costs and special assessments.

• Issuance and sale of Monterey Park Financing Authority Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2021
• Allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds and related budget adjustments
• $154,156 Proposition A Discretionary Incentive Grant from LACMTA
• Public hearing on weed nuisance abatement costs and special assessments
• Presentation of general crime statistics

The City Council approved the issuance of up to $20 million in sales tax revenue bonds for citywide street improvements and resurfacing, and authorized the City Manager to execute related documents. It also adopted a resolution to collect weed abatement costs via property tax special assessments, and authorized a $154,156 transit grant agreement with LACMTA. The Council provided direction on allocating American Rescue Plan Act funds, including budget and staffing changes, but no specific dollar amounts were detailed in the minutes.

• Approved issuance of up to $20M Sales Tax Revenue Bonds for street improvements (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12262 approving weed abatement charge list and special assessment collection (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute LACMTA MOU for $154,156 in Prop A transit funds (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12261 setting retirement property tax rate for FY 2021-22 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from June 16 and July 24, 2021 meetings (5-0)
• Provided direction on ARPA fund allocation and authorized budget/staffing changes (5-0)

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Commission will discuss updates regarding COVID-19 recreation, the dog park, pickleball, and MPK Dodger Day. The meeting also includes a presentation from the City Clerk’s office on 2021 redistricting. Additionally, members will consider approving minutes from the June 7, 2021, meeting.

• Presentation on City of Monterey Park Redistricting 2021
• Discussion regarding COVID-19 Recreation Updates
• Discussion regarding Dog Park
• Discussion regarding Pickleball Update
• Discussion regarding MPK Dodger Day Update

Planning Commission

The City of Monterey Park Planning Commission has cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for July 27, 2021, because no items were submitted for the agenda. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 10, 2021.

City Council

The City Council is conducting a workshop to prioritize its legislative and project agenda. Members and staff will review and update the previous strategic plan to provide direction to the City Manager. No formal actions are anticipated during this meeting.

• Strategic planning workshop for legislative and project priorities
• Review and update of the City Council's previous strategic plan
• Discussion of potential topics including infrastructure, revenue enhancement, and land use

The Monterey Park City Council held a special meeting on July 24, 2021, as a strategic planning workshop to review and update the city's legislative and project agenda. The workshop, facilitated by Patrick Ibarra of the Mejorando Group, covered topics such as infrastructure, revenue, housing, climate action, and public safety. No formal decisions were made; the council provided direction to staff for future agendas.

• No reportable action taken during strategic planning workshop

City Council

The City Council will review a presentation regarding administrative space and property acquisition needs. The council will also appoint officials as negotiators for closed session discussions. These discussions involve the price and payment terms for five properties.

• Presentation on administrative space and property needs
• Appointment of real property negotiators
• Price and payment negotiations for 1977 Saturn St
• Price and payment negotiations for 660-670 Monterey Pass Rd
• Price and payment negotiations for properties on Corporate Center Dr, Atlantic Blvd, and W. Newmark Ave

The City Council received and filed a presentation on administrative space and property needs, then unanimously appointed the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, Management Services Director, and City Attorney as real property negotiators for closed-session discussions on five properties. No reportable action was taken in closed session.

• Received and filed presentation on administrative space and property needs (consensus)
• Appointed City Manager, Assistant City Manager, Management Services Director, and City Attorney as real property negotiators (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the redrawing of council district boundaries and the Whitmore Villas development project. The Council will also consider opposing Senate Bill 9 and reorganizing several city commissions.

• Public hearing on redrawing council district boundaries
• Approval of Tentative Map No. 82607 for Whitmore Villas
• Ordinance to change the municipal election date and consolidate with Los Angeles County
• Proposal to dissolve the personnel board and traffic commission
• Consideration of opposing Senate Bill 9 regarding density in single-family zones

The City Council voted 5-0 to oppose Senate Bill 9, which would increase density in single-family zones, by sending a letter and adopting Resolution No. 12260. It also approved the Whitmore Villas project, adopting Resolution No. 12259 for a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Tentative Map No. 82607 to build 63 townhomes at 126 New Avenue. The council tabled a proposal to dissolve and consolidate certain city commissions to obtain more public input. Consent calendar items were approved, including Ordinance No. 2212 changing the election date for general municipal elections.

• Adopted Resolution No. 12260 opposing Senate Bill 9 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12259 approving Whitmore Villas tentative map and Mitigated Negative Declaration (5-0)
• Tabled dissolution and consolidation of certain city commissions for more public input (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2212 changing municipal election date and requesting consolidation with LA County (5-0)
• Approved minutes from June 2, 2021 and May 26, 2021 meetings (5-0)
• Received and filed June 2021 monthly investment report (5-0)

Community Participation Commission

The Community Participation Commission is holding a regular meeting with a light agenda. The main action item is approving the minutes from the June 15, 2021 meeting. The commission will also receive staff updates on upcoming activities. Public comments are invited on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Approve minutes of June 15, 2021 regular meeting
• Staff updates and upcoming activities

Library Board of Trustees

The Monterey Park Library Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on July 20, 2021. The board will consider appointing one trustee as the official liaison to the Monterey Park Library Foundation. Additionally, the board will review financial reports and approve minutes from the June 29 meeting.

• Appointment of a trustee as official liaison to the Monterey Park Library Foundation
• Approval of June 29, 2021, meeting minutes
• Review of year-to-date budget and expenditure reports
• Presentation of Employee of the Quarter, Kristin Olivarez

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will administer oaths of office to four newly elected commissioners. The body will also receive the 2020 Commission Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Social Media Policy. Members are also tasked with completing a Healthy Workplace Commitment Acknowledgement form.

• Oath of office for Commissioners Siu Fong, Paul Isozaki, Diana Lee, and Betty Wang
• Approval of July 15, 2019 meeting minutes
• Receipt of 2020 Commission Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Social Media Policy

Business Improvement Advisory Committee

The commission will receive a presentation on the new City of Monterey Park Shop Local Program App. Members will also continue setting goals for the 2021-2022 fiscal year and discuss changes to committee terms and quorum rules.

• Presentation on the new Shop Local Program App
• Discussion on changing committee member terms from one-year to four-year terms
• Discussion regarding City Council adoption of Ordinance No. 2209
• Approval of May 12 and June 9, 2021 meeting minutes

Economic Development Advisory Commission

The Economic Development Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on continuing its goal-setting for the 2021-2022 fiscal year, approve minutes from previous meetings, and discuss several administrative items including member forms, a new ordinance on quorum, and term limits. The meeting will be held virtually due to the COVID-19 executive order.

• Approve minutes of May 12 and June 9, 2021 meetings
• Continue EDAC goal-setting for 2021-2022 fiscal year
• Discussion on members filing 2021 annual residency and healthy workplace forms
• Discussion on Ordinance No. 2209 (effective July 2, 2021) clarifying three members constitute a quorum
• Discussion on term changes from eight one-year terms to two four-year terms

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will hold a discussion regarding the drought issue in California. The commission also plans to discuss organizing bike rides for Earth Day 2022 and approve minutes from the June 8, 2021 meeting.

• Discussion of drought issue in California
• Planning bike rides for Earth Day 2022
• Approval of June 8, 2021 meeting minutes

The Monterey Park Environmental Commission held a regular teleconference meeting on July 13, 2021. The only formal action taken was approving the minutes from the June 8, 2021 regular meeting, with Commissioner Ko abstaining. The commission also discussed drought issues, planning for Earth Day 2022 bike rides, and future agenda items, but no other decisions were made.

• Approved the minutes from the June 8, 2021 regular meeting (motion by Sprague, second by Chan; vote: 3 ayes, 0 noes, 1 abstention).

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for July 13, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 27, 2021, at 7:00 p.m.

• No agenda items were scheduled for the July 13 meeting

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a $4,382,874 contract for the 2019-20 Street Rehabilitation Project and a zoning change for a 16-lot residential development at 1688 West Garvey Avenue. The agenda also includes the adoption of the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan.

• $4,382,874 contract award for the 2019-20 Street Rehabilitation Project
• Zoning change for a 16-lot single-family residential development at 1688 West Garvey Avenue
• Authorization to advertise Northeast Area Water Main Improvements Phase II
• Adoption of the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan
• Ordinance to change the municipal election date and consolidate with Los Angeles County

The City Council approved a zone change and development agreement for a 16-lot single-family residential project at 1688 West Garvey Avenue, adopting Ordinances No. 2210 and 2211. The council also authorized advertising for the Northeast Area Water Main Improvements Phase II project, awarded a $4,382,874 contract for the 2019-20 Street Rehabilitation project, and adopted the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan. Additionally, the council introduced an ordinance to change the election date of general municipal elections to align with the statewide primary.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2210, changing zoning to the 1688 West Garvey Avenue Specific Plan for a 16-lot residential development.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2211, approving a development agreement with Center Int'l Investments, Inc. for the 16-lot project.
• Authorized advertising for the Northeast Area Water Main Improvements Phase II project via Resolution No. 12256.
• Awarded a $4,382,874 contract to Shawnan Corporation for the 2019-20 Street Rehabilitation Project.
• Adopted revised Resolution No. 12257 to apply for Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program grant funds for Barnes Park Pool improvements.
• Adopted Resolution No. 12258, approving the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan.
• Introduced an ordinance to change the election date of general municipal elections and consolidate with Los Angeles County, appropriating $12,000 for noticing.
• Approved the minutes from the regular and special meetings of May 19, 2021.

Recreation and Parks Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting for July 5, 2021, has been cancelled due to the observation of the July 4 holiday. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 2, 2021, via teleconference.

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 budget. The board is also considering proposed updates to the library's hours of opening policy and its by-laws. Additionally, the board will review financial reports and approve minutes from the May 18, 2021 meeting.

• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Budget
• Proposed updates to Library Hours of Opening policy
• Proposed updates to Library Board By-Laws
• Approval of May 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of financial reports and expenditures

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission Meeting for June 22, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 13, 2021.

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will administer oaths of office to three newly elected commissioners. The body will also receive the 2020 Commission Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Social Media Policy. Members are also asked to complete a Healthy Workplace Commitment Acknowledgement form.

• Oath of office for Commissioners Paul Isozaki, Diana Lee, and Betty Wang
• Approval of July 15, 2019 meeting minutes
• Review of the 2020 Commission Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Social Media Policy

Traffic Commission

The commission is reviewing the city's Healthy Workplace Commitment and completing annual residency verifications for members. The agenda also includes a proposal to cancel the July 15, 2021, meeting.

• Review of Healthy Workplace Commitment
• Annual Residency Verification
• Proposal to cancel the July 15, 2021, meeting

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Annual Budget for adoption. A public hearing will also address a project at 1688 West Garvey Avenue involving a zone change and an 18-lot subdivision.

• Adoption of the FY 2021-2022 Annual Budget
• Zone change and 18-lot subdivision for 1688 West Garvey Avenue
• $125,000 amendment for property tax consulting services
• $145,595 agreement for water, wastewater, and solid waste rate studies
• Extension of towing contracts through July 31, 2024

The City Council approved the 1688 West Garvey Avenue project, including certifying the Final Environmental Impact Report, a zone change to a Specific Plan, a vesting tentative map for 16 residential lots, and a development agreement with Center Int'l Investments, Inc. The vote was 3-2, with Council Members Lo and Yiu dissenting. The council also declared an emergency to allow contracting without bidding for hillside stabilization at the site and selected retaining wall aesthetic treatments.

• Certified Final EIR for 1688 W. Garvey Ave. project (3-2)
• Approved zone change from R-3 to Specific Plan (3-2)
• Approved Vesting Tentative Map for 18-lot subdivision (3-2)
• Approved Development Agreement with Center Int'l Investments (3-2)
• Declared emergency and authorized no-bid contracting for hillside stabilization (5-0)
• Selected Quarry Finish and Landscape Finish for retaining wall treatment (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2021-2022 budget of $111.4M revenues, $115.1M expenditures (5-0)
• Authorized notice of intent to withdraw from ICRMA (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a draft ordinance to correct Exhibit A regarding the zoning map for 1688 West Garvey Avenue. The proposed change includes a Specific Plan designation for the property.

• Zoning map correction for 1688 W Garvey Ave
• Draft ordinance regarding Exhibit A

The City Council approved the 1688 West Garvey Avenue project, which includes 16 single-family homes, a zone change, a vesting tentative map, and a development agreement. The council also certified the project's Final Environmental Impact Report and declared an emergency to allow contracting without bidding for hillside stabilization. The vote was 3-2, with Council Members Lo and Yiu dissenting.

• Adopted Resolution No. 12253 certifying the Final Environmental Impact Report for the 1688 West Garvey Avenue project.
• Introduced and waived first reading of an ordinance changing zoning from R-3 to the 1688 West Garvey Avenue Specific Plan.
• Adopted Resolution No. 12254 approving Vesting Tentative Map No. 21-01 for an 18-lot subdivision.
• Introduced and waived first reading of an ordinance approving a Development Agreement with Center Int'l Investments, Inc.
• Adopted Resolution No. 12255 declaring an emergency and authorizing contracting without bidding for hillside stabilization at 1688 West Garvey Avenue.
• Selected Option 3 (Quarry Finish) and Option 4 (Landscape Finish) for the retaining wall aesthetic treatment.
• Adopted Resolution No. 12250 creating the Monterey Park Financing Authority via a joint powers agreement with the Housing Authority.
• Adopted Resolution No. 12251 & SA-181 adopting the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Annual Budget.

Community Participation Commission

The Community Participation Commission is scheduled to consider approving meeting minutes from May 18, 2021. The agenda also includes staff updates and upcoming activities.

• Approval of May 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Staff updates and upcoming activities

Library Board of Trustees

The June 15, 2021, Library Board of Trustees meeting has been cancelled and rescheduled. The next regular meeting is set for Tuesday, June 29, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. Meetings are currently being held virtually.

• Cancellation of the June 15, 2021, meeting
• Rescheduling of the meeting to June 29, 2021

Economic Development Advisory Commission

The commission will review the minutes from the May 12, 2021 meeting. Members will also discuss a branding and promotion strategy for the new Shop Local Program App. Additionally, the commission plans to set its goals for the 2021-2022 fiscal year.

• Approval of May 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Branding and promotion strategy for the Shop Local Program App
• Setting EDAC goals for the 2021-2022 fiscal year

Personnel Board

The regular meeting of the Monterey Park Personnel Board scheduled for June 9, 2021, has been cancelled due to City Hall's closure during the COVID-19 pandemic. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 14, 2021.

• Cancellation of the June 9, 2021, Personnel Board meeting

Environmental Commission

The commission is scheduled to review minutes from the April 13, 2021 meeting. Members will also discuss the commission's communication protocol and debrief on a recent tour of the Athens Services Materials Recovery Facility. Additionally, the group will begin planning bike rides for Earth Day 2022.

• Approval of April 13, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Environmental Commission Communication Protocol
• Athens Services Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) Tour debrief
• Planning bike rides for Earth Day 2022

The Monterey Park Environmental Commission met via Zoom on June 8, 2021, and approved the minutes from the May 11, 2021 regular meeting with corrections. The commission also discussed communication protocols, a materials recovery facility tour, and planning bike rides for Earth Day 2022, which was continued to the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May 11, 2021 minutes with corrections (3-0)
• Continued planning bike rides for Earth Day 2022 to next meeting

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission Meeting for June 8, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 22, 2021.

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Recreation and Parks Commission will hold discussions regarding COVID-19 recreation updates, the dog park, and pickleball. The agenda also includes an update on MPK Dodger Day and the approval of April 5, 2021, meeting minutes.

• COVID-19 recreation updates discussion
• Dog Park discussion
• Pickleball update discussion
• MPK Dodger Day update discussion
• Approval of April 5, 2021, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to amend term lengths and quorum requirements for city boards and commissions. The agenda also includes a public hearing on maintenance district assessments and a resolution recognizing June as LGBTQ Pride Month.

• Ordinance amending terms of service and quorum requirements for city boards, commissions, and committees
• Purchase of two automatic defibrillators and one AED from Zoll Medical Corp for $110,278.37
• Public hearing regarding assessments for Citywide Maintenance District No. 93-1
• Reappointment of Larry Sullivan to the Library Board of Trustees
• Resolution recognizing June as LGBTQ Pride Month

The City Council approved Ordinance No. 2209 amending the municipal code to regulate term limits and quorum requirements for boards, commissions, and committees. It also reappointed Larry Sullivan to the Library Board of Trustees, renewed the citywide maintenance district assessment for FY 2021-22, and approved the purchase of defibrillators and an AutoPulse device. The council adopted a resolution recognizing June as LGBTQ Pride Month.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2209 amending commission term limits and quorum rules (5-0)
• Reappointed Larry Sullivan to Library Board of Trustees for second term (5-0)
• Approved $110,278.37 purchase of defibrillators and AutoPulse from Zoll Medical Corp (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12248 authorizing FY 2021-22 assessments for Maintenance District No. 93-1 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12249 recognizing June as LGBTQ Pride Month (4-0-1, Sornoso abstained)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the preliminary budget documentation for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. Staff will present an overview of the city's spending plan, including proposed staffing changes and departmental goals. The presentation will also cover financial prospects and economic development challenges.

• Receiving and filing Preliminary Budget documentation for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
• Review of City 2021-2022 spending plan overview
• Proposed staffing changes to reflect efficient core staffing mix
• Presentation of goals and objectives from all departments

The City Council discussed the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Preliminary Budget and, by consensus, scheduled its approval for the June 16, 2021 regular meeting. No formal vote was taken on the budget itself. The meeting was procedural, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Scheduled FY 2021-22 Preliminary Budget approval for June 16, 2021 (consensus)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission Meeting for May 25, 2021, is cancelled due to a lack of items on the agenda. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 8, 2021.

• Cancellation of the May 25, 2021, Planning Commission Meeting

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will meet to approve minutes from the April 15, 2021 meeting. The commission will also conduct the selection of its Chair and Vice-Chair. No presentations or consent calendar items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of April 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair

City Council

The special City Council meeting scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on May 19, 2021, is cancelled due to a lack of quorum. Items from the special meeting are rescheduled for the regular City Council meeting at 6:30 p.m.

• Cancellation of the 6:00 p.m. special meeting

The special City Council meeting scheduled for May 19, 2021 was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The only open session item, a resolution delegating settlement authority for workers' compensation claims, was rescheduled for the regular meeting later that evening. No substantive decisions were made.

• Special meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Open session item on workers' compensation settlement authority rescheduled to regular meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to approve the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan for federal CDBG and HOME programs. The agenda also includes an ordinance amendment regarding graffiti regulations and updates to municipal code for various boards and commissions. Additionally, the council will consider a custodial services contract and a museum curation agreement.

• Approval of 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME programs
• Ordinance amendment regarding graffiti regulations in Chapter 9.90
• Custodial services contract with Valley Maintenance Corporation up to $267,060 annually
• License agreement with the Historical Society of Monterey Park for museum curation
• Amendments to municipal code governing boards, commissions, and committees

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 12245, delegating authority to the City Manager to administer, compromise, and settle workers' compensation claims up to $300,000. The council also approved the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds, introduced an ordinance to change commission term limits and quorum requirements, and approved several consent calendar items including a custodial services contract and a graffiti ordinance.

• Adopted Resolution No. 12245 delegating workers' comp settlement authority to City Manager (5-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance amending commission term limits and quorum requirements (5-0)
• Authorized custodial services contract with Valley Maintenance Corp, $267,060/year (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2208 amending graffiti regulations (5-0)
• Authorized license agreement with Historical Society for museum curation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12247 ratifying COVID-19 actions and extending local emergency (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12246 fixing part-time employee salary schedule (5-0)

Community Participation Commission

The Community Participation Commission will meet to approve the minutes from its regular meeting held on April 20, 2021. The agenda also includes staff updates and information regarding upcoming activities.

• Approval of the April 20, 2021, regular meeting minutes
• Staff updates and upcoming activities

Library Board of Trustees

The Monterey Park Library Board of Trustees will discuss upcoming summer reading and outreach programming. The board is also scheduled to consider approving a formal statement denouncing discrimination, xenophobia, and racism. Additionally, the meeting includes reviews of recent financial reports and previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of an anti-hate statement denouncing discrimination, xenophobia, and racism
• Presentation on the Summer Reading Program
• Presentation on Summer Rec & Read Outreach Programming
• Review of year-to-date budget reports and Trust and Agency Account balances
• Approval of April 20, 2021, meeting minutes

Commission on Aging

The regularly scheduled Commission on Aging meeting for May 17, 2021, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 21, 2021, at 11:00 a.m.

• Cancellation of the May 17, 2021, Commission on Aging meeting

Economic Development Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss setting goals for the 2021-2022 fiscal year and developing a promotion strategy for a new 'Shop Local' program app. The agenda also includes an oath of office for new member Tomas Wong.

• Oath of office for new commission member Tomas Wong
• Development of EDAC goals for the 2021-2022 fiscal year
• Branding and promotion strategy for the 'Shop Local' program app
• Approval of April 14, 2021, meeting minutes

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will consider updating the class specifications for Library Clerk and Senior Library Clerk roles. The proposal includes changing titles to Library Assistant and Senior Library Assistant and removing references to outdated technology. The board will also review recruitment reports and attendance records.

• Proposed title changes for Library Clerk and Senior Library Clerk positions
• Updates to job duties to remove references to outdated technology
• Review of the Vacancy and Recruitment Report
• Review of the 2021 Personnel Board Attendance Record

Environmental Commission

The commission will review meeting minutes from April 13, 2021. The agenda also includes discussions regarding 2021 agenda topics, a future Earth Day Festival, and a tour of the Athens Services Materials Recovery Facility.

• Approval of April 13, 2021, meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2021 Environmental Commission agenda topics
• Discussion of a future Earth Day Festival
• Discussion of an Athens Services Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) tour

The Monterey Park Environmental Commission held a teleconference meeting on May 11, 2021, and approved the minutes from its April 13, 2021 regular meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the commission discussed potential future agenda topics, the Earth Day Festival, and an upcoming tour of Athens Services' materials recovery facility.

• Approved minutes from April 13, 2021 regular meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission Meeting for May 11, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 25, 2021.

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting with no items listed for open session discussion. The council will enter a closed session to consult with legal counsel regarding existing litigation.

• Closed session regarding Gabriel Franco vs. City of Monterey Park

The City Council held a special teleconference meeting on May 5, 2021, primarily to enter closed session for existing litigation. No public comment was received, and no reportable action was taken in closed session. The meeting adjourned at 6:22 p.m.

• Adjourned to closed session for existing litigation (unanimous)
• No reportable action taken in closed session

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to amend graffiti violation regulations in the municipal code. The agenda also includes accepting a $150,000 grant for low-income water bill assistance and extending the 2020 Business Recovery Program through 2022.

• Ordinance amendment regarding graffiti violations
• $150,000 SGVMWD grant for low-income water bill assistance
• Extension of the 2020 Monterey Park Business Recovery Program
• Establishment of a bail schedule for municipal code violations
• Authorization for the 2019-20 Street Rehabilitation Project

The Monterey Park City Council approved a bail schedule for misdemeanor and infraction violations of the Municipal Code, enabling criminal prosecution of quality-of-life offenses. The council also introduced a graffiti ordinance, extended the business recovery program, and accepted a $150,000 water bill assistance grant.

• Adopted Resolution No. 12243 establishing a bail schedule for municipal code violations (5-0)
• Introduced and waived first reading of ordinance amending Chapter 9.90 to regulate graffiti (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2207 extending business recovery program to December 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Accepted $150,000 SGVMWD low-income water bill assistance grant (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12242 approving design and plans for 2019-20 Street Rehabilitation Project (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12241 identifying street maintenance project for SB 1 funding (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12240 declaring Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12244 declaring Day of Inclusion and AAPI Heritage Month (5-0)

Recreation and Parks Commission

The regularly scheduled Recreation and Parks Commission meeting for May 3, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 7, 2021.

• Cancellation of the May 3, 2021, Recreation and Parks Commission meeting

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission Meeting for April 27, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 11, 2021.

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Recreation and Parks Commission will review program criteria and consider the nomination of Mitchell and Gloria Ing for a Tree Memorial. The rest of the agenda contains only procedural information.

• Nomination of Mitchell and Gloria Ing for the Tree Memorial

Business Improvement Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss potential 2021 budget revisions to fund new street banners. Members will also address upcoming term expirations for commissioners Johnny Thompson and Gene Jeng. An update on Measure R funding is also scheduled.

• Potential budget revisions to fund street banners
• Review of commissioner term limits for Johnny Thompson and Gene Jeng
• Update on Measure R funding
• Approval of February 18, 2021 meeting minutes

The Business Improvement District Advisory Committee held a special teleconference meeting and approved the minutes from its February 18, 2021 meeting. The committee discussed using Measure R funds for a new downtown parking structure, reviewed a revised $80,345 estimate for holiday decorations and street banners, and noted that members Johnny Thompson and Gene Jeng's terms had expired, with Thompson planning to request a one-year extension from the City Council. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from February 18, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Discussed using Measure R funds for downtown parking structure (no action)
• Discussed $80,345 budget for banners and Christmas decorations (no action)
• Noted term limits for Thompson and Jeng; extension to be requested (no action)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing quarterly financial reports and monthly investment updates. The agenda includes proposals for grant applications, salary adjustments for executive management, and an extension of the local business recovery program.

• Extension of the 2020 Monterey Park Business Recovery Program to December 30, 2022
• Proposed $38,575 budget appropriation from the General Fund for the 3rd Quarter Financial Report
• Allocation of up to $15,000 for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program matching funds
• Resolution fixing salary rates and benefits for Executive Management Employees
• Renewal of assessment for Citywide Maintenance District No. 93-1

The City Council introduced and waived the first reading of an ordinance extending the 2020 Monterey Park Business Recovery Program from July 1, 2021 to December 30, 2022. The Council also approved several consent calendar items, including a $38,575 budget appropriation for the FY 2020-21 3rd Quarter Financial Report, a resolution to renew the citywide assessment district, and a resolution fixing executive management salaries. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Introduced ordinance extending Business Recovery Program to Dec 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved $38,575 budget appropriation for FY 2020-21 3rd Quarter Financial Report (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12235 to renew Citywide Maintenance District No. 93-1 for FY 2021-22 (5-0)
• Approved Hazard Mitigation Grant Program subapplication and $15,000 match (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12236 fixing executive management salaries (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12237 declaring Professional Municipal Clerks Week (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12238 declaring Denim Day Monterey Park (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12239 appointing council representatives to organizations (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review financial reports and approve previous meeting minutes. Members will also consider updates to the Collection Development Policy and discuss revisions to the Conduct Policy regarding discriminatory behavior.

• Approval of March 16, 2021, meeting minutes
• Review of year-to-date budget and trust account reports
• Proposal to separate staff manual from the Collection Development Policy
• Discussion on revising Conduct Policy to ban discriminatory, xenophobic, or racist behavior

Commission on Aging

The regularly scheduled Commission on Aging meeting for April 19, 2021, was cancelled due to a lack of items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 17, 2021.

• No agenda items were scheduled.

Traffic Commission

The April 15, 2021, Traffic Commission meeting consists of procedural items. The only scheduled action is the approval of minutes from the March 18, 2021, regular meeting.

• Approval of March 18, 2021, meeting minutes

Economic Development Advisory Commission

The Economic Development Advisory Commission will meet to develop and set goals for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The commission will also hold a discussion regarding follow-up on the 2021 Economic Department Strategic Plan.

• Setting EDAC goals for the 2021-2022 fiscal year
• Discussion of the 2021 Economic Department Strategic Plan follow-up
• Approval of March 25, 2021, special meeting minutes

Personnel Board

The board will consider extensions for the Water Distribution Lead Worker and Fire Division Chief eligibility lists. Members will also review the city's vacancy and recruitment report and recent attendance records.

• Extension of Water Distribution Lead Worker Eligibility List
• Extension of Fire Division Chief Eligibility List
• Review of Vacancy and Recruitment Report
• Approval of October 14, 2020, meeting minutes

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review the Monterey Park Climate Action Plan and discuss upcoming Earth Day activities. The commission also plans to approve minutes from the March 9, 2021 meeting.

• Review of Monterey Park Climate Action Plan
• Discussion regarding Monterey Park Earth Day
• Approval of March 9, 2021 meeting minutes
• Environmental Commission overview discussion

The Monterey Park Environmental Commission held a virtual meeting via Zoom on April 13, 2021. The only formal action taken was approving the minutes from the March 9, 2021 regular meeting, with two corrections: fixing a misspelling of 'Monterey Park' and changing an event time from 2:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. The motion passed unanimously (4-0). Other items were informational only, including updates on the virtual Earth Day event and the Climate Action Plan review, and a resident's suggestion to consider an ordinance requiring restaurants to provide plastic utensils only on request.

• Approved March 9, 2021 minutes with corrections (4-0)
• Discussed Earth Day virtual event on April 19 at 3:00 PM
• Heard update on Climate Action Plan review; Housing Element expected in 16 months
• Commissioners Ko and Chan requested hiring a grant writer
• Resident recommended ordinance for plastic utensils on request only

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission Meeting for April 13, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 27, 2021.

City Council

The City Council will meet to appoint labor negotiators for the Executive Management Employees unrepresented unit. The council will also hold closed sessions regarding labor negotiations and existing litigation.

• Appointment of City Attorney, City Manager, and Interim Director of Human Resources and Risk Management as labor negotiators
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for Executive Management Employees
• Closed session regarding Betty Lu v. City of Monterey Park litigation

The City Council unanimously appointed the City Attorney, City Manager, and Interim Director of Human Resources and Risk Management as the city's labor negotiators for the Executive Management Employees (unrepresented unit). The council then held a closed session for labor negotiations and existing litigation, reporting no action taken. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed City Attorney, City Manager, and Interim HR Director as labor negotiators for Executive Management Employees (5-0)

City Council

The Monterey Park City Council is considering a development agreement for self-storage units and new parking requirements for religious institution housing. The agenda also includes a resolution denouncing hate crimes against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Additionally, the Council will review updated census data for district boundaries.

• Development agreement with BR CASTER CORP for self-storage units
• New parking requirements for religious institution affiliated housing
• Resolution denouncing COVID-19 related hate crimes and xenophobic violence
• Census data update for city council districting
• Agreement extension for Lunar New Year Festival co-production

The City Council approved several items, including adopting Ordinance No. 2206 to approve a development agreement with BR Caster Corp. for a self-storage facility and Ordinance No. 2205 to establish parking requirements for religious institution affiliated housing. The Council also authorized an amendment to the Lunar New Year Festival agreement with World Journal LA, LLC, and adopted resolutions for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week and denouncing anti-Asian hate. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes from the March 3, 2021 regular meeting.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2206 approving a development agreement with BR Caster Corp. for a self-storage facility.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2205 establishing parking requirements for religious institution affiliated housing.
• Authorized the City Manager to amend agreement with World Journal LA, LLC for the Lunar New Year Festival, extending it for two additional one-year terms.
• Adopted Resolution No. 12233 declaring April 11-17, 2021 as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
• Received and filed a report on city council districting and census data update.
• Adopted Resolution No. 12234 denouncing COVID-19 stigmatization, hate crimes, and xenophobic violence against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Commission will discuss COVID-19 recreation updates and the Monterey Bark dog park. The agenda also includes a pickleball community input meeting and approval of February 1 and March 1, 2021 meeting minutes.

• COVID-19 recreation updates discussion
• Monterey Bark dog park discussion
• Approval of February 1 and March 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• Pickleball community input meeting
• MPK Dodger Day

Planning Commission

The Monterey Park Planning Commission cancelled its regularly scheduled meeting for March 23, 2021, due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 13, 2021.

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will discuss a street resurfacing location map handout during old business. The commission is also scheduled to approve minutes from the January 21, 2021 meeting. No new business or presentations are listed for this meeting.

• Street Resurfacing Location Map Handout
• Approval of minutes from the January 21, 2021 meeting

City Council

This special meeting of the Monterey Park City Council includes a closed session with legal counsel. The council will discuss existing litigation involving Eugene Fowler vs City of Monterey Park. No other items are listed for the open session.

• Closed session regarding litigation: Eugene Fowler vs City of Monterey Park (WCAB No.: ADJ11137764; ADJ11137765)

The Monterey Park City Council held a special teleconference meeting on March 17, 2021, primarily to enter closed session for existing litigation. No reportable action was taken in closed session, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• Adjourned to closed session for existing litigation (Eugene Fowler vs City of Monterey Park)
• No reportable action taken in closed session

City Council

The City Council will consider a development agreement for a self-storage facility and a contract for General Plan updates. The agenda also includes funding for traffic signal improvements on Garfield Avenue and new parking regulations for religious institution housing.

• Self-storage development agreement with BR CASTER CORP
• $397,743 contract for General Plan updates
• $537,200 for Garfield Avenue traffic signal improvements
• 8-unit residential subdivision at 2011 Potrero Grande Drive
• New parking requirements for religious institution housing

The City Council approved a $397,743 contract with Rincon Consultants for the 2021-2029 Housing Element update and related General Plan elements, and adopted several consent calendar items including an omnibus ordinance and a final map for an eight-unit condominium. The council also authorized a funding agreement for the SR-710 Adaptive Traffic project but tabled the Garvey Avenue Capacity Improvements and Parking Structure Construction projects pending further input from LACMTA. A development agreement for a self-storage facility was introduced on first reading.

• Approved $397,743 contract with Rincon Consultants for Housing Element update (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2203 amending municipal code, repealing fortunetelling regulations (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12230 approving Final Map No. 77195 for 8-unit condominium at 2011 Potrero Grande Dr (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12231 accepting $537,200 HSIP funds for Garfield Ave traffic signal improvements (4-0, Mayor Yiu recused)
• Introduced ordinance approving development agreement with BR Caster Corp. for self-storage facility (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance establishing parking requirements for religious institution affiliated housing (5-0)
• Authorized SR-710 Adaptive Traffic funding agreement; tabled Garvey Ave and Parking Structure projects (4-1, Sornoso no)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12232 declaring National Library Week (5-0)

Community Participation Commission

The Community Participation Commission will review the minutes from its January 19, 2021, meeting for approval. The commission is also scheduled to receive and file the City’s Code of Conduct and Social Media Policy.

• Approval of January 19, 2021, meeting minutes
• Receipt of City's Code of Conduct and Social Media Policy
• Swearing in of a new Commissioner

Library Board of Trustees

The Monterey Park Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss updates to the library's computer and internet use policy. The board will also review financial reports and approve previous meeting minutes. A presentation on StoryWalk® is included on the agenda.

• Updates to Library Computer and Internet Use Policy
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Review of year-to-date budget and financial reports
• Presentation: StoryWalk®

Commission on Aging

The City of Monterey Park Commission on Aging has canceled its regularly scheduled meeting for March 15, 2021, due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 19, 2021, at 11:00 a.m.

• No items were scheduled for this meeting

Personnel Board

The regular meeting of the Monterey Park Personnel Board scheduled for March 10, 2021, has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the closure of City Hall. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2021, at 7:00 p.m.

• No agenda items scheduled due to cancellation

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review the Monterey Park Climate Action Plan and discuss plans for Earth Day 2021. The agenda also includes an oath of office for Commissioner Danielle Sprague and the receipt of a Social Media Policy.

• Oath of office for Commissioner Danielle Sprague
• Review of Monterey Park Climate Action Plan
• Discussion of Earth Day 2021 plans
• Receipt of Social Media Policy and Code of Conduct
• Approval of February 9, 2021 meeting minutes

The Environmental Commission approved the 2021 Earth Day 'Nature at Home' workshop plan, scheduled for April 19, 2021, in collaboration with Bruggemeyer Library and APIFM. The Commission also approved the minutes from the February 9, 2021 regular meeting. Additionally, the Commission discussed the Climate Action Plan review process and recommended actions including developing a strategic plan for grants, hiring grant writers, and using the General Fund to fund the CAP.

• Approved the 2021 Earth Day Plan for the 'Nature at Home' workshop on April 19, 2021.
• Approved the minutes from the regular meeting of February 9, 2021.
• Recommended developing a strategic plan for the City to better prepare for grants next year.
• Recommended hiring grant writers to apply for grants.
• Recommended using the General Fund to fund the Climate Action Plan.

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission Meeting for March 9, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of items on the agenda. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 23, 2021, at 7:00 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will review the city's Homelessness Response Plan through 2023 and new noise regulations. The agenda also includes a contract for water main improvements on North Atlantic Boulevard and updates on development projects.

• Purchase of Motorola radio equipment for Police (up to $2.7M) and Fire (up to $750k)
• Contract with Gentry Brothers, Inc. for N. Atlantic Blvd water main improvements ($885,503.40)
• Adoption of the City's Homelessness Response Plan through December 31, 2023
• Final map approval for a 12-unit medical office at 120 West Hellman Avenue
• New ordinance regulating noise and repealing existing code

The City Council approved several major items, including a $2.7 million contract with Motorola for police radios and a $750,000 contract for fire department radios, funded partly from the General Fund. The council also adopted the city's Homelessness Response Plan for March 2021 through December 2023 and expressed support for the SGVCOG white paper on LAHSA reform. Additionally, they approved a $885,503 water main improvement contract with Gentry Brothers, Inc., and adopted ordinances on claims, business recovery, and noise regulation.

• Approved $2.7M police radio purchase from Motorola (5-0)
• Approved $750K fire department radio purchase from Motorola (5-0)
• Adopted Homelessness Response Plan for March 2021-December 2023 (5-0)
• Expressed support for SGVCOG white paper on LAHSA reform (5-0)
• Awarded $885,503 water main contract to Gentry Brothers, Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2202 on government claims (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2203 on business recovery and fortune telling (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2204 on noise regulation (5-0)

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Commission will review the minutes from the February 1, 2021, meeting. The agenda also includes a discussion about the Monterey Bark dog park and an update on COVID-19 recreation activities.

• Approval of February 1, 2021, meeting minutes
• Monterey Bark dog park discussion
• COVID-19 recreation update
• Alhambra Unified School District representative report

Planning Commission

The February 23, 2021, Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled due to a lack of items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 9, 2021, and public meetings are currently being held virtually.

• No agenda items were scheduled for the February 23 meeting.

Traffic Commission

The regular meeting of the Monterey Park Traffic Commission scheduled for February 18, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 18, 2021, at 7:00 PM.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed 107,850 square foot self-storage facility at 2500 Davidson Drive. The agenda also includes updates to city noise regulations and changes to parliamentary procedures for meetings. Additionally, the council will review mid-year financial reports and budget adjustments.

• Proposed 107,850 square foot self-storage facility at 2500 Davidson Drive
• $2 million increase to the Committed Catastrophic-Event fund
• Agreement with Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. for fire turnout gear up to $79,000 per year
• Ordinance to update city noise regulations
• Change in meeting procedures from Robert’s Rules of Order to Rosenberg’s Rules of Order

The City Council approved a development agreement with BR Caster Corp. to build a 107,850-square-foot self-storage facility at 2500 Davidson Drive, activating the Business Recovery Development Zone. The council also adopted resolutions on weed abatement and meeting rules, and introduced ordinances on noise, claims procedures, and business recovery. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved development agreement DA-20-01 for self-storage facility at 2500 Davidson Dr (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12224 declaring weed abatement list a public nuisance (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12225 supporting restoration of congressional earmarks (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12226 replacing Robert's Rules with Rosenberg's Rules for meetings (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to repeal fortunetelling regulations and amend business recovery code (5-0)
• Introduced noise ordinance repealing Chapter 9.53 and adding Chapter 4.50 (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance updating claims procedures per California Government Claims Act (5-0)
• Approved $79,000/year fire turnout gear contract with Municipal Emergency Services (5-0)

Community Participation Commission

The regularly scheduled Community Participation Commission meeting for February 16, 2021, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 16 at 6:00pm.

Library Board of Trustees

The Monterey Park Library Board of Trustees approved a recommendation to restructure library fines and fees, which includes waiving overdue fines. The board also cancelled its scheduled February 16, 2021, meeting due to a lack of agenda items.

• Approved recommending the restructuring of library fines and fees, including waiving overdue fines
• Approved December 2020 financial reports and expenditures
• Received and filed the City’s Code of Conduct and Social Media Policy
• Announced new services such as Virtual Homework Help and Tech Help

Personnel Board

The regular Personnel Board meeting scheduled for February 10, 2021, has been cancelled because City Hall remains closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2021.

• Cancellation of the February 10, 2021, Personnel Board meeting

Environmental Commission

The Environmental Commission will review the Monterey Park Climate Action Plan and discuss plans for Earth Day 2021. The commission also intends to receive a new Social Media Policy and Code of Conduct.

• Review of Monterey Park Climate Action Plan
• Discussion of Earth Day 2021 plans
• Approval of January 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Receipt of Social Media Policy and Code of Conduct

The Monterey Park Environmental Commission held a teleconference meeting on February 9, 2021. They approved the minutes from the January 12, 2021 regular meeting. The Commission discussed the Climate Action Plan (CAP) review process and plans for Earth Day 2021, including a collaboration with the Recreation Department to distribute seeds and plants. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from January 12, 2021 regular meeting (4-0)
• Approved collaboration with Recreation Department for Earth Day seed/plant distribution

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission Meeting for February 9, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of items on the agenda. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at 7:00 p.m.

• Cancellation of the February 9, 2021, Planning Commission meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider contract amendments to add a PFAS removal system to the Centralized Groundwater Treatment System. The agenda also includes discussions on library fine changes, street light upgrades, and a new self-storage facility proposal.

• Contract amendment with J.R. Filanc Construction Company for PFAS removal up to $6,642,524
• Agreement with Southern California Edison to replace street lights with LEDs citywide
• Proposed 107,850 square foot self-storage facility at 2500 Davidson Drive
• Amendment to library procedures to eliminate overdue fines and audio-visual fees
• Contract amendment with SA Associates for construction management up to $194,000

The City Council authorized amendments to contracts with J.R. Filanc and SA Associates to incorporate a PFAS removal system into the Centralized Groundwater Treatment System, totaling $6,836,524, and appropriated $2,837,000 from City Water Treatment funds. The council also adopted resolutions to eliminate library fines, apply for a state housing planning grant, replace streetlights with LEDs, adopt a new VMT policy, and record a nuisance abatement assessment. A public hearing for a self-storage facility was continued to February 17, 2021.

• Authorized $6,642,524 amendment to J.R. Filanc contract for PFAS removal system (5-0)
• Authorized $194,000 amendment to SA Associates for construction management (5-0)
• Appropriated $2,837,000 from City Water Treatment funds for PFAS project (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12220 eliminating library overdue fines and certain fees (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12221 authorizing application for LEAP grant up to $300,000 (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with Southern California Edison to replace HPSV streetlights with LEDs citywide (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12222 adopting VMT policy and thresholds (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12223 recording special assessment for nuisance abatement at 134 E. Floral Drive (5-0)

Recreation and Parks Commission

The Commission will discuss the Monterey Bark dog park and provide an update on pickleball at Barnes Park. The agenda also includes a staff introduction and a report from the Alhambra Unified School District. Members are asked to approve the minutes from the December 7 meeting.

• Monterey Bark dog park discussion
• Pickleball at Barnes Park update
• Approval of December 7 meeting minutes
• Introduction of recreation staff
• Alhambra Unified School District report

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for January 26, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 9, 2021.

Traffic Commission

Commissioners discussed installing pavement markings at City Hall and the Fire Station. Staff also addressed a missing street sign at Corporate Center. One item was tabled to the next meeting.

• Request for pavement markings at City Hall and Fire Station
• Update on missing street sign at Corporate Center
• Staff coordination with Los Angeles County regarding signage modification

City Council

The City Council is considering a resolution to authorize the issuance of Taxable Pension Obligation Bonds. This measure aims to refinance $108.2 million in unfunded pension liabilities at lower interest rates to achieve cash flow savings. The agenda also includes reviewing annual financial reports and a grant agreement with LACMTA.

• Resolution to authorize 2021 Taxable Pension Obligation Bonds
• $109,271 Proposition A Discretionary Incentive Grant from LACMTA
• Review of December 2020 Monthly Investment Report
• Receipt of 2019-2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
• Storm Water 101 staff report presentation

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 12219 authorizing the issuance of taxable pension obligation bonds, approving related documents and matters. The council also approved a consent calendar item authorizing the City Manager to execute a Proposition A grant MOU with LACMTA, and received the 2019-2020 CAFR and Storm Water 101 report. A proclamation in memoriam of Rose Matsui Ochi was approved.

• Adopted Resolution No. 12219 authorizing taxable pension obligation bonds (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar item 3A: received and filed December 2020 investment report (5-0)
• Received and filed 2019-2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (consensus)
• Authorized City Manager to execute LACMTA Prop A MOU for $109,271 and retroactive MOUs (5-0)
• Received and filed Storm Water 101 staff report (consensus)
• Approved proclamation in memoriam of Rose Matsui Ochi (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees is considering a recommendation to the City Council to waive overdue library fines and restructure fee schedules. The board will also review monthly financial reports and receive the city's Code of Conduct and Social Media Policy.

• Proposal to waive overdue library fines and fees
• Recommendation to eliminate most audio-visual fees
• Plan to increase maximum renewals and implement automatic renewals for eligible items
• Request that the City Manager not recover outstanding fines owed before the action date
• Receipt of the City’s Code of Conduct and Social Media Policy

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is reviewing a proposal to amend library fine and fee procedures. The recommendation includes waiving overdue fines, eliminating certain audio-visual fees, and implementing automatic renewals for eligible items. The plan also requests that the City Council direct the City Manager not to recover outstanding fines owed before this action.

• Proposal to waive overdue library fines and fees
• Elimination of audio-visual material fees
• Implementation of automatic renewals for eligible items
• Estimated annual General Fund revenue reduction of $10,000 - $15,000
• Receipt of the City’s Code of Conduct and Social Media Policy

Community Participation Commission

The Community Participation Commission will meet to approve the minutes from the November 19, 2019, regular meeting. The agenda also includes staff updates and upcoming activities.

• Approval of November 19, 2019, meeting minutes
• Staff updates and upcoming activities
• Swearing in of a new commissioner

Personnel Board

The regularly scheduled Personnel Board Meeting of January 13, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular City Council Meeting is scheduled for February 10, 2021, at 7:00 p.m.

Environmental Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding the Clean Power Alliance and planning for Earth Day 2021. Members are also scheduled to review the Monterey Park Climate Action Plan. The meeting includes a vote to approve minutes from the November 2020 meeting.

• Review of Monterey Park Climate Action Plan
• Discussion of Monterey Park Earth Day 2021 Plan
• City updates on Clean Power Alliance
• Approval of November 10, 2020, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission Meeting for January 12, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of items on the agenda. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 26, 2021, at 7:00 p.m.

City Council

This notice serves to communicate the cancellation of the regular City Council meeting scheduled for January 6, 2021, due to the New Year Holiday. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for January 20, 2021.

• Cancellation of the January 6, 2021, City Council meeting

Recreation and Parks Commission

The regularly scheduled Recreation and Parks Commission meeting for Monday, January 4, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 1, 2021, via teleconference.

• Cancellation of the January 4, 2021, Recreation and Parks Commission meeting