South El Monte public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council will certify the results of the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election and administer oaths to council members. The agenda also includes approving city expenditures and accepting completion of a traffic signal modification project.

• Certification of election results for Manuel Acosta, Rudy Bojorquez, Measure “CM”, and Measure “X”
• Approval of city expenditures totaling $1,520,982.02
• Acceptance of Santa Anita Avenue and Central Avenue traffic signal modification project ($877,314.57)
• Contract award to Bureau Veritas/North America for building inspection services
• Approval of the 2023 Special Events Calendar

The City Council certified the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election results and administered the Oath of Office to re-elected and newly elected members. The Council also approved city expenditures and a contract for building inspection services.

• Certified election results: Manuel Acosta re-elected, Rudy Bojorquez elected, Measure CM passed, and Measure X failed (5-0)
• Authorized payment of City expenditures totaling $1,520,982.02 (5-0)
• Approved contract award to Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. (BV NA) for Building Inspection services (5-0)
• Accepted improvements for Santa Anita Avenue, Klingerman Street, and Central Avenue Traffic Signal Modification Project (5-0)
• Proclaimed a local emergency persists and authorized virtual meeting procedures through January 11, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved the City's 2023 Special Events Calendar (5-0)
• Approved the November 9, 2022, Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting updated 2023 Los Angeles County building, electrical, and plumbing codes. The agenda also includes approving city expenditures totaling over $1.1 million and a salary increase for the Director of Finance. Additionally, the council will review community requests regarding facility use and donations.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 1261 to adopt 2023 Los Angeles County building codes
• Approval of city expenditures totaling $1,157,079.21
• Salary adjustment for the Director of Finance from $145,860 to $169,962
• Facility Use Agreement with CSUN for a Public Administration course
• Acceptance of a $13,591.62 donation from Super Bingo Club to Senior Services

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1261 to update the municipal code with 2023 Los Angeles County building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, residential, green building, fire, and existing building codes. The Council also approved several facility use agreements and financial donations.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1261 updating municipal building and safety codes (4-0-1)
• Approved Facility Use Agreement with CSUN for a Master's course in Public Administration (4-0-1)
• Approved $2,000 sponsorship for Annual South El Monte Employee Holiday Recognition Dinner (4-0-1)
• Approved use of Community Center parking lot for SEMCO Thanksgiving Food Drive (4-0-1)
• Approved acceptance of $13,591.62 donation from Super Bingo Club to Senior Services Division (4-0-1)
• Approved $2,586 fee waiver/reimbursement for Epiphany Church pilgrimage walk (4-0-1)
• Directed staff to investigate adding a sidewalk along Vacco's back property wall (4-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-88 adjusting Director of Finance salary to $169,962.00 (4-0-1)

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The City Council will review an ordinance to adopt the 2023 Los Angeles County Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Codes. The agenda also includes requests for proposals regarding pavement management and traffic signal improvements. Additionally, the council will consider a permit extension fee waiver.

• Adoption of 2023 Los Angeles County building, electrical, plumbing, and fire codes
• Request for proposals for Pavement Management Program (PMP) Update
• Request for proposals for traffic signal improvements at Lee Ave & Garvey Ave and Durfee Ave & Peck Rd
• Approval of city expenditures totaling $416,743.12
• Permit extension fee waiver request of $965.49

City Council

The City Council will consider a contract for new playground equipment and safety surfacing at New Temple and Mary Van Dyke Parks. The meeting also includes a presentation on user fee study results and the approval of various administrative resolutions.

• Contract award to Gametime - Playcore Wisconsin, Inc. for $423,908.36 for playground equipment at New Temple and Mary Van Dyke Parks
• Approval of city expenditures totaling $1,249,491.68
• Presentation on the results of the User Fee Study by NBS Government Finance Group
• Resolution to amend the City's Conflict of Interest Code
• Discussion regarding establishing a dog park at the Kruse Feed property

The City Council approved Resolution No. 22-84, awarding a cooperative purchasing agreement to Gametime-Playcore Wisconsin, Inc. for new playground equipment and rubberized safety surfacing at New Temple and Mary Van Dyke parks, with an amendment to include Shively Park and the Mini Center. The total amount is $423,908.36, with $159,000 from Quimby Act funds and an overall project budget of $455,104.00. The motion passed 5-0. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a resolution authorizing $1,249,491.68 in city expenditures and a resolution extending alternative meeting procedures through November 9, 2022.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-84 awarding playground equipment contract to Gametime-Playcore Wisconsin, Inc. for $423,908.36 (5-0)
• Approved use of $159,000 in Quimby Act funds for playground project (5-0)
• Approved overall playground project budget of $455,104.00 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-81 authorizing city expenditures of $1,249,491.68 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-82 extending alternative meeting procedures through Nov 9, 2022 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-83 amending Conflict of Interest Code (5-0)
• Approved city council 'go dark' on Nov 22 and Dec 27, 2022 (5-0)
• Directed staff to bring back report on dog park at Kruse property (5-0)

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The City Council will consider awarding a contract to Neighborhood Housing Services of Los Angeles County for the CalHome Home Repair Program. The agenda also includes items to approve city expenditures totaling $949,764.29 and review the Conflict of Interest Code. Additionally, the council will review a fee waiver request from the Chamber of Commerce.

• Contract award to NHSLA for CalHome Home Repair Program up to $200,000
• Approval of city expenditures totaling $949,764.29
• Authorization to seek proposals for Building Inspector Services
• Fee waiver request of $1,749.00 for a Chamber of Commerce candidate forum
• Presentation on FY2021 audit results and FY2022 audit scope

The City Council approved the consent calendar, which included adopting Resolution No. 22-79 authorizing $949,764.29 in city expenditures and Resolution No. 22-80 awarding a $200,000 professional services agreement to Neighborhood Housing Services of Los Angeles County for the CalHome Home Repair Program. The council also approved a $1,749 fee waiver for the El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce to use the Community Center Amphitheater for a candidate forum, and extended the Senior Water Aerobics Program through October. No action was taken in closed session regarding a labor negotiation case.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes, expenditures, and resolutions (5-0).
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-79 authorizing $949,764.29 in city expenditures for Sept 14-27, 2022.
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-80 awarding $200,000 agreement to Neighborhood Housing Services for CalHome Home Repair Program.
• Approved proceeding with biennial review of the city's Conflict of Interest Code.
• Authorized solicitation of proposals for Building Inspector Services via RFP.
• Approved $1,749 fee waiver for Chamber of Commerce candidate forum at Community Center Amphitheater (5-0).
• Extended Senior Water Aerobics Program through end of October (5-0).
• Closed session: discussed labor negotiation case; no action taken.

City Council

The South El Monte City Council will consider an ordinance regarding Mayor and Councilmember compensation. The agenda also includes approving a Local Roadway Safety Plan and extending a contract for grant funding services. Additionally, the council will review accounting policy updates and the completion of sidewalk work on Fern Street.

• Ordinance No. 1259 regarding Mayor and Councilmember compensation
• Approval of the Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP)
• Amendment to Townsend Public Affairs LLC contract for grant funding services
• Resolution authorizing $3,276,712.16 in city expenditures
• Completion of the Fern Street Sidewalk Installation Project

The council adopted several resolutions, including extending remote meeting procedures through October 12, 2022, approving $3.28 million in city expenditures, and authorizing a contract amendment with Townsend Public Affairs for grant and legislative services. It also approved the Local Roadway Safety Plan and accepted completion of the Fern Street Sidewalk Installation Project. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the remote meeting resolution.

• Adopted Resolution 22-72 extending remote meeting procedures through Oct 12, 2022 (4-0-1, Delgado abstained)
• Approved $3,276,712.16 in city expenditures for July 27–Sept 13, 2022 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1259 on Mayor and Councilmember compensation (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to agreement with Townsend Public Affairs LLC for grant and legislative advocacy (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-76 approving the Local Roadway Safety Plan (5-0)
• Accepted Fern Street Sidewalk Installation Project completion and authorized Notice of Completion (5-0)
• Approved $500 sponsorship and permit fee waiver for Epiphany Catholic Church Car and Bike Show (5-0)
• Approved sponsorship for South El Monte High School Robotics Club (4-0-1, Delgado recused)

City Council

The City Council will hold a closed session conference with a labor negotiator. This discussion involves the South El Monte Employees Association. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session conference regarding South El Monte Employees Association

The South El Monte City Council met in special session on September 6, 2022. They approved the agenda and then recessed into closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the South El Monte Employees Association. After reconvening, the council reported no action was taken and nothing to report, then adjourned.

• Approved the agenda and waived full reading of ordinances (4-0-1, Delgado absent)
• Discussed labor negotiations in closed session; no action taken, nothing to report

City Council

The City Council will decide whether to submit a ballot measure to voters regarding the regulation and taxation of legal and illegal cannabis uses. Additionally, the council will consider extending remote meeting procedures and approving an agreement with the executive management team association.

• Submitting a cannabis regulation ballot measure for the November 2022 election
• Resolution No. 22-66 to authorize remote teleconference meetings through August 31, 2022
• Resolution No. 22-67 to approve an MOU with the South El Monte Executive Management Team Association

The City Council approved a ballot measure for the November election that would regulate and tax cannabis businesses in South El Monte. The measure allows up to three retail cannabis businesses and imposes a maximum 8% general tax on noncultivation proceeds and $25 per square foot of cultivation space, estimated to generate $720,000 annually. The council also adopted resolutions for the measure and amended Ordinance No. 1260 accordingly. The meeting included consent calendar approvals and a closed session with no action taken.

• Approved ballot measure for cannabis regulation and taxation (4-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-68, 22-69, 22-70 for ballot measure submission (4-0-1)
• Amended Ordinance No. 1260 as discussed (4-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-66 for continued local emergency and virtual meetings (4-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-67 approving MOU with Executive Management Team (4-0-1)
• Approved agenda with added closed session item (4-0-1)
• Closed session on labor negotiations: no action taken

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The City Council is reviewing a citizen-led initiative regarding cannabis regulation and taxation for the November 8, 2022, election. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the annual sewer service fee and a temporary food service agreement for elderly nutrition.

• Submission of cannabis initiative measure to the November 8, 2022, election
• Annual sewer service fee set at $35.37 per sewer unit
• Temporary agreement with Huntington Culinary for elderly nutrition services
• Reclassification of Planning Supervisor position to Planning Manager
• Approval of city expenditures totaling $837,348.26

The City Council voted 5-0 to submit a citizen-initiated cannabis measure to the November 8, 2022 general election, adopting resolutions to place it on the ballot, authorize arguments for and against, and direct the city attorney to prepare an impartial analysis. The council also approved the annual sewer service fee levy at $35.37 per unit, rejected and re-advertised bids for the Merced Greenway Avenue Project, and scheduled a special meeting for August 2 to discuss potential future cannabis regulations and taxes.

• Adopted Resolution Nos. 22-63, 22-64 (as amended), and 22-65 to submit cannabis initiative to Nov. 8, 2022 ballot (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor Olmos and Mayor Pro Tem Acosta to prepare written argument for the cannabis measure (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-62 approving annual sewer service fee at $35.37 per unit for FY 2022-23 (5-0)
• Approved re-advertising bids for Merced Greenway Avenue Improvements Project (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items including Resolution No. 22-59 for $837,348.26 in expenditures (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1259 on Mayor/Councilmember compensation, set adoption for next meeting (5-0)
• Scheduled special meeting for Aug. 2, 2022 to discuss cannabis regulations and taxes (5-0)
• Approved Planning Manager classification and compensation, authorized recruitment (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a proposal to increase fines for illegal cannabis operations. The agenda also includes ordering a public hearing for the 2022-23 Sewer Service Fee levy. Additionally, council members will consider fee waiver requests from AYSO and the Chamber of Commerce.

• Proposal to increase illegal cannabis business fines to $500,000
• Approval of city expenditures totaling $3,077,611.47
• Order for a public hearing on the 2022-23 Sewer Service Fee
• Request from AYSO for $52,800 in facility reservation fee waivers
• Resolution affirming a vote of no confidence in DA George Gascon

The City Council approved the consent calendar, including resolutions on warrants, emergency meeting procedures, a no-confidence vote in the LA County DA, and an interim city manager agreement. It also ordered a report and hearing for the sewer service fee, approved fee waivers for AYSO and the Chamber of Commerce, and discussed but took no action on increasing illegal cannabis fines.

• Approved agenda as amended, adding urgency item 7.f (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including warrants totaling $3,077,611.47 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-54 extending emergency meeting procedures through Aug 10, 2022 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-56 affirming no confidence in LA County DA George Gascon (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-57 approving interim city manager employment agreement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-58 authorizing designated employees to manage city bank accounts (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-55 ordering report and hearing for sewer service fee FY 2022-23 (5-0)
• Approved AYSO facility fee waiver of $52,800, requiring $9,810 lighting fee and $500 deposit (5-0)

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The City Council will review the fiscal year 2022-23 annual budget, covering General and Special Revenue Funds. The agenda also includes a $50,000 grant for homeless services and a home repair program agreement. Additionally, the council will consider city expenditures and the non-renewal of the City Manager's contract.

• Approval of the FY 2022-23 annual budget
• A $50,000 grant from SGVCOG for homeless services
• A professional services agreement with San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity up to $100,000
• Approval of city expenditures totaling $785,895.78
• Non-renewal of the City Manager's contract

The City Council adopted the FY 2022-23 budget, approved several resolutions including a no-confidence vote on LA County DA George Gascon, and waived facility fees for two clubs. It also approved a $100,721.99 settlement with the former city manager and appointed Rene Salas as Interim City Manager.

• Adopted FY 2022-23 budget (Resolution 22-48) (5-0)
• Approved no-confidence resolution on DA George Gascon (5-0)
• Waived $32,820.72 facility fee for 3L Club (5-0)
• Waived $38,920.80 facility fee for Club Latino de Sur El Monte (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 grant agreement with SGVCOG for homeless services (5-0)
• Awarded $100,000 PSA to Habitat for Humanity for home repair program (5-0)
• Approved $100,721.99 plus $85,000 settlement with former city manager (5-0)
• Appointed Rene Salas as Interim City Manager (unanimous)

City Council

The Board will consider Resolution 22-01 regarding the private placement of debt to address CalPERS unfunded pension liabilities. This action proposes substituting the Financing Authority as a lease counterparty to comply with solar panel financing restrictions on certain city properties.

• Approval of Resolution 22-01 regarding CalPERS unfunded debt liability financing
• Authorization of site lease and lease agreement execution

City Council

The City Council will conduct its first budget study session to review the preliminary FY 2022-23 annual budget. This includes examining proposed revenues and expenditures for the General Fund and Special Revenue funds. The council will also receive a final report regarding a classification and compensation study.

• Review of preliminary FY 2022-23 annual budget
• Presentation of Classification and Compensation Study final report by Transformance Consulting
• Discussion of FY 2021-22 forecasted results
• Examination of proposed General Fund and Special Revenue funds budgets

The City Council received and filed the Classification and Total Compensation Study report and directed staff to include proposed personnel requests in the FY 2022-23 budget, increasing the net total by $223,200. The requests include adding part-time crossing guards, reclassifying maintenance and planning positions, and converting part-time public safety officers to full-time. The council also received and filed the budget study session report. No action was taken in closed session.

• Approved agenda 5-0
• Received and filed Classification and Total Compensation Study report 5-0
• Directed staff to include personnel requests in FY 2022-23 budget, net increase $223,200 5-0
• Received and filed FY 2022-23 Budget Study Session #1 report 5-0
• Closed session: no action taken, nothing to report

City Council

The City Council will discuss an agreement with Harry Wong to operate a certified farmers market at the Community Center. The agenda also includes calling for the November 8, 2022, municipal election and approving street rehabilitation projects.

• Agreement with Harry Wong to operate a Certified Farmers Market
• List of street rehabilitation projects for FY 2022-2023
• Approval of six July 4th fireworks stand permits
• Payment of City expenditures totaling $1,475,634.42
• Extension of the County of Los Angeles Elderly Nutrition Program

The South El Monte City Council approved a one-year agreement with Harry Wong to operate a Certified Farmers Market in front of the Community Center. It also adopted resolutions calling for the November 8, 2022 general municipal election, consolidating it with the county, and setting candidate statement regulations. The council approved six Fourth of July fireworks stand permits and established a Section 115 trust to address unfunded OPEB liability. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Resolution 22-42: farmers market agreement with Harry Wong (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 22-43, 22-44, 22-45: calling and consolidating Nov 8, 2022 election, setting candidate statement rules (5-0)
• Approved permits for six Fourth of July fireworks stands (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-46: establishing Section 115 OPEB trust with PARS (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including warrants totaling $1,475,634.42 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-39: extended local emergency and virtual meeting procedures (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-40: approved FY 2022-23 street rehabilitation projects list (5-0)
• Approved councilmembers to attend NALEO conference (5-0)

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The South El Monte City Council is reviewing proposals to manage unfunded employee benefits and an update on potential family shelter locations. The agenda also includes agreements for economic development services and roadway safety planning.

• Proposal to establish a Section 115 Trust with PARS to address $1.928 million in OPEB liability
• Update on the homeless program, including Loma Elementary School as a potential family shelter site
• Agreement with El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce for economic development services
• Professional Services Agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for $39,976.88
• Approval of city expenditures totaling $370,178.24 for May 11 through May 24, 2022

The City Council voted 5-0 to establish a Section 115 trust with PARS to address the unfunded OPEB liability, with the contract and funding strategy to be brought back for final approval. They also approved an agreement with the Chamber of Commerce, a road safety plan contract, and a request to provide bus transportation for a high school graduation. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved establishing Section 115 trust with PARS (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-35, Chamber of Commerce agreement with amended compensation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-36, MOA with Council for Watershed Health for Merced Avenue Greenway Project (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-37, awarded $39,976.88 contract to Kimley-Horn for Local Roadway Safety Plan (5-0)
• Approved bus transportation for South El Monte High School graduation (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including warrants totaling $370,178.24 (5-0)
• Received and filed homeless program update (5-0)

City Council

The City Council directed staff to prepare and agendize new business and zoning regulations for cannabis cultivation and sales, with the item to be discussed by the Council before Planning Commission review and final Council approval. The Council also approved a $14,060 facility fee waiver for the El Monte/South El Monte Jets and a $1,150 fee waiver for South El Monte National Little League fence installation. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved agenda as amended to move item 9.b before 9.a (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including Resolution 22-32 for $907,394.50 in warrants and Resolution 22-33 extending virtual meeting procedures (5-0)
• Approved $14,060 facility fee waiver for El Monte/South El Monte Jets (5-0)
• Directed staff to prepare cannabis business and zoning regulations, with Council discussion before Planning Commission (consensus)
• Approved $1,150 fee waiver for South El Monte National Little League fence installation (5-0)

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The City Council will consider a plan to refinance $9.6 million in unfunded pension liabilities to achieve $3.2 million in savings. The agenda also includes rezoning properties on Rosemead Boulevard and Chico Avenue for multi-family residential use. Other items include approving city expenditures and reviewing the local roadway safety plan.

• Rezoning 2540 Rosemead Blvd and Chico Avenue to multi-family residential
• Refinancing $9.6 million in CalPERS unfunded pension liabilities
• Approval of city expenditures totaling $472,118.96
• Request for a $1,632.46 fee waiver for Senior Center use
• Seeking proposals for a Local Roadway Safety Plan

The City Council approved a private placement lease financing to pay off the CalPERS unfunded pension obligation, adopted a zoning change for several properties to multi-family residential, and approved a 3% salary increase for the City Manager. All votes were 5-0. The council also approved an RFP for a Local Roadway Safety Plan and a facility fee waiver for South El Monte High School.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-31 approving private placement lease financing for CalPERS unfunded pension obligation (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1258 changing zoning to multi-family residential for properties on Rosemead Blvd and Chico Ave (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-30 approving 3% salary increase for City Manager (5-0)
• Approved RFP for Planning & Engineering Services for Local Roadway Safety Plan (5-0)
• Approved facility reservation fee waiver of $1,632.46 for South El Monte High School (5-0)
• Appointed David Mai to Community Services Commission (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-28 approving warrants totaling $472,118.96 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-29 approving Amendment No. 9 for Elderly Nutrition Program (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a proposal for 207 new homes, including single-family and multi-family units, at Rosemead Boulevard and Chico Avenue. The agenda also includes awarding a sidewalk construction contract and discussing traffic signal improvements.

• Proposed development of 169 single-family and 38 multi-family units by KB Home
• Sidewalk installation contract for Fern Street awarded to Grigolla & Sons Construction Co., Inc. ($67,450)
• Conditional Use Permit for alcohol license expansion at Mariscos San Isidro
• Approval of city expenditures totaling $988,027.67
• Authorization to seek proposals for traffic signal improvements

The City Council approved the Starlite Specific Plan, including a Mitigated Negative Declaration, General Plan Amendment, and a zone change for properties on Rosemead Boulevard and Chico Avenue. The approval includes an amendment to Condition of Approval 21, requiring a one-year period to find qualified buyers for low and very low-income units before they move up in affordability, and streets to be named by City Council. The council also approved a conditional use permit for a restaurant's Type 47 liquor license, a sidewalk construction contract, and several other routine items.

• Adopted Resolution 22-24 (Mitigated Negative Declaration, MMRP, General Plan Amendment) and Resolution 22-25 (Starlite Specific Plan) (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1258 for zone change at 2540 Rosemead Blvd, 2559 & 2603 Chico Ave, and APN 8102-037-022 (5-0)
• Amended Condition of Approval 21 to add one-year affordable unit sale period and Council naming of streets (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-26 approving CUP 21-11 for Mariscos San Isidro (Type 47 license) at 2327 Rosemead Blvd (5-0)
• Awarded Fern Street Sidewalk Installation contract to Grigolla & Sons Construction Co., Inc. for $67,450 plus 15% contingency (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for traffic signal improvements at various intersections (HSIP Cycle 9) (5-0)
• Approved $3,905.75 budget adjustment for Staff Development & Team Building event (5-0)
• Approved facility reservation fee waiver of $1,412.46 for South El Monte High School Boys Basketball Team (5-0)

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The City Council will consider applying for the USDOT RAISE Grant Program and approving a summer learning partnership with Valle Lindo School District. The council will also review an ordinance regarding the collection of administrative fines through special tax assessments.

• Application for the USDOT RAISE Grant Program
• MOU with Valle Lindo School District providing up to $111,600
• Ordinance No. 1257 regarding administrative fine collection via tax assessment
• Approval of city expenditures totaling $560,467.37
• RFQ for the CalHome Owner-Occupied Home Repair program administration

The City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Valle Lindo School District to provide summer learning recovery services, and authorized submission of a RAISE grant application to the U.S. Department of Transportation. The council also approved a 30-day agreement with Townsend Public Affairs for lobbying services at a cost not to exceed $8,000. All votes were 5-0.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-21 approving MOU with Valle Lindo School District for summer learning recovery services (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-20 authorizing application to USDOT RAISE grant program (5-0)
• Approved 30-day agreement with Townsend Public Affairs for lobbying services, not to exceed $8,000 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including minutes, warrants totaling $560,467.37, RFQ for grant administration, and Ordinance No. 1257 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss band performances for the 2022 Summer Concert Series and July 4th Celebration. Members are also considering an ordinance to recover unpaid administrative fines through special tax assessments. Additionally, the council will review city expenditures totaling $306,079.82.

• Ordinance No. 1257: New procedure for recovering unpaid administrative fines via special tax assessments.
• Approval of six bands for the Summer Concert Series and two bands for July 4th.
• Resolution No. 22-17: Approval of city expenditures totaling $306,079.82.
• Resolution No. 22-18: Extension of remote teleconferencing procedures through April 6, 2022.

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The City Council will discuss selecting a bond type to address the city's $9.6 million CalPERS unfunded pension liability. The agenda also includes forming an ad hoc committee for the Rush Street and Rosemead Boulevard corridor enhancement plans. Additionally, the Council will consider funding increases for elderly nutrition services.

• Selection of Lease Revenue Bonds or Pension Obligation Bonds for $9.6 million pension debt
• Formation of an ad hoc committee for Rush Street and Rosemead Boulevard corridor plans
• $76,000 increase in funding for the Elderly Nutrition Program Services
• Approval of city expenditures totaling $1,005,370.18
• $63,625 fee waiver request from Montebello Brewers Baseball Corporation

The City Council voted 5-0 to proceed with issuing a lease revenue bond to refinance the city's unfunded pension liability, without using the City Hall complex as collateral. The council also approved a $63,625 fee waiver for the Montebello Brewers Baseball Corporation to use New Temple and Shively Park fields, with a condition prioritizing South El Monte groups. A resolution was adopted establishing an ad hoc committee for the Rush Street and Rosemead Corridor Enhancement Plans, with Mayor Olmos and Councilmember Retamoza appointed.

• Approved agenda as amended, moving Closed Session to follow the Consent Calendar (5-0).
• Approved Consent Calendar, including minutes from Feb 8, 2022, and Resolution 22-14 for warrants totaling $1,005,370.18 (5-0).
• Adopted Resolution 22-15, approving Amendment No. 8 to the Elderly Nutrition Program agreement with Los Angeles County (5-0).
• Voted 5-0 to proceed with issuing a lease revenue bond for pension liability, subject to formal documentation at a later meeting.
• Adopted Resolution 22-16, creating an ad hoc committee for the Rush Street and Rosemead Corridor Enhancement Plans, appointing Mayor Olmos and Councilmember Retamoza (5-0).
• Approved Montebello Brewers' request for field reservations and two tournaments at New Temple and Shively Parks, with a $63,625 fee waiver, conditioned on priority for South El Monte groups (4-0-1, Mayor Olmos abstained).
• Approved Epiphany Catholic School's fee waiver request for a Temporary Use Permit in the amount of $1,273 (5-0).
• Held closed session on existing and anticipated litigation; no action taken and nothing to report.

City Council

The City Council is considering a professional services agreement for the Rush Street Corridor Enhancement Plan and a joint application for the Homekey Round 2 Grant. The agenda also includes zoning amendments and the conversion of an existing tennis court into a multiuse facility.

• $107,861.80 contract to KOA Corporation for the Rush Street Corridor Enhancement Plan
• Joint application for the HCD Homekey Round 2 Grant to fund up to 150 ADUs
• Zoning amendment for 2727 Rosemead Boulevard and 9340-9352 Mabel Avenue
• Conversion of an existing tennis court into a multiuse court for tennis and pickleball
• $63,625.00 fee waiver request from Montebello Brewers Baseball Corporation

The City Council approved a joint application with El Monte and Baldwin Park for a state Homekey Round 2 grant to fund 150 accessory dwelling units (ADUs), with one abstention. The council also approved converting a tennis court to a multiuse court for tennis and pickleball, awarded a contract for the Rush Street Corridor Enhancement Plan, and authorized bidding for the Merced Avenue Greenway Improvements Project. A request from Brewers Baseball to use city fields was tabled for further review.

• Approved Resolution 22-12, joint Homekey Round 2 grant application for 150 ADUs (4-0-1, Retamoza abstained)
• Approved converting existing tennis court to multiuse court for tennis and pickleball (5-0)
• Awarded $107,861.80 PSA to KOA Corporation for Rush Street Corridor Enhancement Plan (5-0)
• Authorized advertising Notice Inviting Bids for Merced Avenue Greenway Improvements Project (5-0)
• Tabled Brewers Baseball field reservation request to correct dates and prioritize local organizations (4-0-1, Delgado absent)
• Approved Consent Calendar including warrants totaling $571,088.34 and Ordinance 1255 rezoning (5-0)
• Directed staff to continue negotiating with developers for 10% inclusionary housing compliance
• Amended community events calendar to start bike rides in March instead of April (4-0-1, Delgado absent)

City Council and Successor Agency to the South El Monte Improvement District

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed 106,137 square foot mixed-use building at 2727 Rosemead Boulevard and 9340-9352 Mabel Avenue. The project includes 8 commercial units and 73 residential units, with 8 units designated as affordable housing. Additionally, the Council will discuss homelessness services and the 2022 special events calendar.

• Public hearing for a mixed-use development at 2727 Rosemead Boulevard and 9340-9352 Mabel Avenue
• Approval of city expenditures totaling $1,178,920.23
• Discussion on the City's homelessness prevention and diversion program
• Review of the 2022 City Special Events Calendar
• Request for a $53,000.00 facility reservation fee waiver for South El Monte National Little League

The City Council approved a zone change and affordable housing agreement for properties at 2727 Rosemead Boulevard and 9340-9352 Mabel Avenue, including 8 affordable housing units. The council also approved the 2022 Special Events Calendar, a $53,000 fee waiver for the South El Monte National Little League, and received reports on homelessness and the mid-year budget. All votes were 5-0.

• Adopted Resolution 22-05 and introduced Ordinance 1255 for zone change at 2727 Rosemead Blvd and 9340-9352 Mabel Ave (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-09 authorizing City Manager to enter affordable housing agreement for 8 units (5-0)
• Approved 2022 City Special Events Calendar (5-0)
• Approved facility reservation fee waiver of $53,000 for South El Monte National Little League (5-0)
• Approved warrants totaling $1,178,920.23 via Resolution 22-07 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 11, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Received and filed homelessness services update (5-0)
• Received and filed FY 2021-22 mid-year budget update (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a zone change for a new 106,137 square foot mixed-use building. The council will also review new street sweeping schedules and parking prohibitions resulting from changes to waste collection services. Additionally, members will appoint residents to several local commissions.

• Proposed rezoning for a 106,137 square foot commercial and residential mixed-use building
• New street sweeping schedules and no-parking prohibitions (Urgency Ordinance No. 1256-U)
• Approval of city expenditures totaling $1,297,414.42
• Reprogramming $123,000 from a restroom upgrade to a pavement rehabilitation project
• Three-year agreement with Vasquez & Company LLP for auditing services

The City Council approved the consent calendar, including warrants totaling $1,297,414.42 and an auditing services agreement. It adopted resolutions for CDBG fund programming and a new street sweeping schedule, and continued a zone change request to negotiate affordable housing units. Several commission appointments were made, and staff was directed to explore building permit fee relief.

• Approved consent calendar including warrants totaling $1,297,414.42 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-04 for CDBG FY 2022-2023, reprogramming $123,000 to pavement project (5-0)
• Continued zone change request to Jan 25, 2022 to negotiate affordable housing units (5-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Acosta as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
• Appointed five members to Community Services Commission (5-0)
• Appointed five members to Patriotic Commission (5-0)
• Reappointed three and appointed two to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Adopted Urgency Ordinance 1256-U and Resolution 22-06 for street sweeping schedules (5-0)