Artesia City Council
April 13, 2026

Regular Meeting of the Artesia City Council
City Council Chambers
18747 Clarkdale Avenue
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 865-6262
You may view this meeting live over the internet at
https://ca-artesia2.civicplus.com/241/City-Council-Meetings-Video Monday, April 13, 2026
7:00 p.m.

1. CALL TO ORDER

1.A. Call to Order

2. ROLL CALL

2.A. Roll Call

3. INVOCATION

3.A. Invocation
— Pastor Bob DeLeon, Artesia Calvary Chapel

4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

4.A. Pledge of Allegiance

5. PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the portion of the meeting set aside to invite public comments regarding any matter within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. Public comments may also be submitted by email at [email protected] before 12:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting. Public comments are limited to no more than three minutes each. If comments relate to a specific agenda item, those comments will be taken following the staff report for that item and prior to the City Council vote. Under the provisions of the Brown Act, the City Council is prohibited from taking action on items that are not listed on the agenda, but may refer the matter to staff or to a subsequent meeting. Those wishing to speak are asked to add your information at the digital public kiosk located at the entrance of the Council Chamber.

5.A. Public Comment

6. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS

6.A. Councilmember Comments

7. CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS

7.A. Donate Life Month Proclamation

7.B. National Volunteer Month

7.C. Armenian Genocide Commemoration Day Proclamation

7.D. 2026 California Distinguished Schools Certificates of Recognition

7.E. Community Development Professional Week

8. BUSINESS PRESENTATIONS

8.A. Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Annual & Quarterly Report

9. CONSENT CALENDAR
It is recommended that Items (9A) through (9L) be acted on simultaneously in one vote unless a member of the City Council requests separate discussion and/or action on the item. In the event a member of the City Council requests separate discussion on a Consent Calendar item, or the item is removed from the Consent Calendar to allow for public comments on the item to be read. The City Council will consider that item immediately following approval of the rest of the Consent Calendar.

9.A. Waive Reading of All Ordinance and Resolutions Adoptions on the Agenda and Read by Title Only — Recommendation: Waive Reading, by Title Only, of all Ordinances and Resolutions. Said Ordinances and Resolutions Which Appear on the Public Agenda Shall Be Determined to Have Been Read by Title and Further Reading Waived.

9.B. Accounts Payable Check Register - March 2026
— Recommendation: Receive and File.

9.C. City Financial Report - February 2026
— Recommendation: Receive and File.

9.D. AB 1234 Reporting
— Recommendation: Receive and File.

9.E. City Council Meeting Minutes
— Recommendation: Approve Minutes as Presented for February 9, 2026 - Regular Meeting, February 19, 2026 - Special Meeting, and February 23, 2026 - Special Meeting.

9.F. Proclamations
— Recommendation: Approve the Issuance of Proclamations Designating April 2026 as Arbor Day, Earth Day, California Cities Week, and Autism Awareness Month.

9.G. Second Reading and Consideration of Adoption of Ordinance Regarding the Levy of Special Taxes for Annexation No. 4
— Recommendation: Adopt Ordinance No. 26-983, Authorizing the Levy of Special Taxes in a Community Facilities District, Including Certain Annexation Territory Identified as Annexation No. 4 Into City of Artesia, Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services))

9.H. Resolution Regarding a Statement of Investment Policy — Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 26-3080, Approving a Statement of Investment Policy, and Repealing Resolution No. 25-3052.

9.I. Request To Display of Any Commemorative Flags
— Recommendation: Approve the Temporary Display of Two Commemorative Flags on the Pole in Front of City Hall on the Specified Dates: Tree City USA Flag To Be Displayed From April 14 to May 15, 2026; And Progress Pride Flag To Be Displayed From June 1 to June 30, 2026.

9.J. Resolution Regarding Amending the Facility Use Regulations Relating to Artesia-Based Non-Profit Organizations
— Recommendation: Approve Resolution No. 26-3081, Amending Facility Use Regulations, Carrying Forward the Existing Facility Use Fee Schedule, and Repealing Resolution No. 25-3064

9.K. Resolution Regarding Public Notice Posting Locations — Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 26-3083, Establishing the Location in the City of Artesia as a Public Place for Posting.

9.L. Third Amendment to the Paratransit Demand Response Transportation Services Agreement with Administrative Services Cooperative, Inc. to Provide On-Demand Transportation for Qualified Participants
— Recommendation: Approve, and Authorize the City Manager To Execute a Third Amendment on Their Behalf, to the Paratransit Demand Response Transportation Services Agreement Between the City of Artesia and Administrative Services Cooperative, Inc. To Provide Paratransit Demand-Response Transportation Services for an Amount Not To Exceed $359,000

10. PUBLIC HEARING

10.A. Introduction of an Ordinance Regarding Arco AM/PM Code Amendment and Conditional Use Permit (Case No. 2025-12)
— Recommendation: Waive Full Reading and Introduce by Title, Ordinance No. 26-984, Amending Section 9-2.3203(l) to Title 9 of the Artesia Municipal Code Amending Regulations Related to Alcohol Sales at Automobile Service Stations in the General Commercial (CG) Zone; And Determining the Ordinance To Be Exempt From CEQA;
— Find the Ordinance Exempt From the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines §§15061(b)(3) and 15378(b)(5).

11. DISCUSSION

11.A. Resolution Regarding the Contingent Designation of Pioneer Boulevard as ‘Little India’ Upon the Formation of a Business Improvement District
— Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 26-3082, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Artesia, California, Designating the Area Along Pioneer Boulevard From 183rd Street to 188th Street as ‘Little India,’ Contingent Upon the Formation of a Business Improvement District and Adoption of Assessments.

11.B. Introduction of an Ordinance Relating to New Developments' Annexation into Financing Districts — Recommendation: Waive Full Reading and Introduce, Ordinance No. Adding Chapter 16 to Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code Relating to New Developments and Annexation Into Financing Districts and Setting Alternatives and Exemptions; And Determining the Ordinance To Be Exempt From CEQA, Pursuant to CEQA Guideline Sections 15378(b)(5) and 15061(b)(3)

11.C. City Paid Parking Program
— Recommendation: Approve, and Direct Staff To Take the Following Actions:
— Return With a Five-Year Professional Service Agreement (PSA) With Passport Labs, Inc. For a Mobile Pay Application To Manage the Hourly Paid Parking Program in the Designated Areas of the City Including the Downtown and the Residential Parking Permit Program; — Return With an Agreement To Secure Three Physical Parking Meters in in the Paid Parking Areas Downtown To Meet the Requirements of SB532;
— Approve the Recommendation From the Public Safety Commission To Standardize Paid Parking Fees at $2.00 per Hour for Both On-Street and Off-Street Parking in the Downtown Area and Remove the First Hour Free Offering and Return With a Corresponding Ordinance To Adjust the Parking Fees; And — Approve the Recommendation From the Public Safety Commission To Update the Artesia Municipal Code Regarding the Residential Parking Permit Program To Reduce the Number of Qualified Residential Permits Issued per Household to Three per Household, Change Visitor Passes From Annual to as Needed 24-Hour Permits, and To Charge Fees To Cover the Cost of Managing the Program.

11.D. Code Enforcement Process and Approval of Mobile Surveillance Camera Lease — Recommendation: Receive and File the Code Enforcement Presentation; Approve the Use of the $25,000 To Lease a Mobile Surveillance Camera as a Pilot Program for (FY) 2025-26; And Provide Feedback To Staff for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 Recommendations.

12. CITY MANAGER INFORMATIONAL REPORTING

12.A. City Manager Reporting

13. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS

13.A. Councilmember Comments

14. ADJOURNMENT

14.A. Adjournment
The City of Artesia complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require special assistance to attend or participate in this meeting, please call the City Clerk’s office at 562-865-6262 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. Copies of Staff Reports are on file in the Office of the City Clerk and are available for inspection.

Date Posted: April 9, 2026

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 9A.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Waive Reading of All Ordinance and Resolutions Adoptions on the Agenda and Read by Title Only
FROM: Jennifer Alderete, City Clerk
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council waive reading, by title only, of all ordinances and resolutions. Said ordinances and resolutions which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.

BACKGROUND:

California Government Code 36934 allows the legislative body to waive the requirement to read ordinances and titles by the action.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with approval of this item.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 9B.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Accounts Payable Check Register - March 2026
FROM: Jamie Murguia, Finance Manager
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.

BACKGROUND:

The attached demands summary (accounts payable checks) is a list of all checks issued by the City of Artesia from March 1, 2026 through March 31, 2026.

Prior to printing each check, payment requests are approved by the department manager, Finance Manager, and City Manager. Once payment requests have been approved, a batch for disbursement is processed by the Senior Accountant, and approved by the Finance Manager. Each check is then signed by the City Manager and Mayor.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with approval of this item.

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.

Attachments
March 2026 Demand Check Register.pdf
Transaction Type Post Date
Due Date
Transaction
Amount
Payment # Amount Paid
SPONSOR Invoice 03/10/2026 $700.00 87670 $700.00
03/10/2026
$700.00 $700.00
3004890 Invoice 03/30/2026 $98.96 41426 $98.96
03/30/2026
$98.96 $98.96
715028701 Invoice 03/06/2026 $75.00 41406 $75.00
03/06/2026
715024644 Invoice 03/06/2026 $125.00 41406 $125.00
03/06/2026
716361742 Invoice 03/27/2026 $586.75 41427 $586.75
03/27/2026
716360813 Invoice 03/27/2026 $1,785.50 41428 $1,785.50
03/27/2026
715272373 Invoice 03/13/2026 $814.00 41429 $814.00
03/13/2026
$3,386.25 $3,386.25
03062026 Invoice 03/10/2026 $863.51 87671 $863.51
03/10/2026
03202026 Invoice 03/24/2026 $869.25 87742 $869.25
03/24/2026
$1,732.76 $1,732.76
03202026 Invoice 03/24/2026 $8.34 87743 $8.34
03/24/2026
$8.34 $8.34
102406380 Invoice 03/17/2026 $1,500.00 87704 $1,500.00
03/17/2026
$1,500.00 $1,500.00
EM069004 Invoice 03/10/2026 $115.50 87672 $115.50
03/10/2026
$115.50 $115.50
121539 Invoice 03/03/2026 $238.55 87649 $238.55
03/03/2026
120749 Invoice 03/03/2026 $471.60 87649 $471.60
03/03/2026
$710.15 $710.15
104367 Invoice 03/17/2026 $12,338.05 87705 $12,338.05
03/17/2026
PS-INV104729 Invoice 03/30/2026 $13,698.73 87781 $13,698.73 03/30/2026
$26,036.78 $26,036.78
11820-R002 Invoice 03/10/2026 $15,700.00 87673 $15,700.00 City of Artesia
March 2026 Check Register
Date Transaction # Description Payment Date

ABC EDUCATION FOUNDATION
03/10/2026 03/10/2026
ABCUSD State of our
Schools Table (700$) ATTN
Totals for ABC EDUCATION FOUNDATION:

ADP COMMERCIAL LEASING LLC
03/30/2026 03/30/2026
AHH Processing for PPE

03.13.2026 and 4QTR25
03/13/2026 03/13/2026
AHH Processing Charges for
PPE 02/27/26 Workforce
Totals for ADP, Inc.:

AFSCME DISTRICT COUNCIL 36
03/06/2026 03/10/2026
Union Dues, Payroll
Lease 007-0089611-001
Totals for ADP COMMERCIAL LEASING LLC:

ADP, Inc.
03/06/2026 03/18/2026
Processing Charges for
03/06/2026 03/18/2026
Processing Charges for
2025/Q4 Y/E Information
03/27/2026 03/27/2026
Processing Charges for 6GE
for 02.28.26 and 4QTR25
03/27/2026 03/27/2026
Totals for AFSCME PEOPLE:

AJIT DUDHEKER
03/17/2026 03/17/2026
Security Deposit Refund
Totals for AJIT DUDHEKER:

AKESO OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
02/12/2026 03/10/2026
Physical - Pre Employment
Totals for AKESO OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH:

ALAN'S LAWN & GARDEN CENTER INC
03/20/2026 03/24/2026
Union Dues, Payroll
Totals for AFSCME DISTRICT COUNCIL 36:

AFSCME PEOPLE
03/20/2026 03/24/2026
Payroll 03.06.2026 and
Crossing Guard Service
Totals for ALL CITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES:

ANA CRUZ LOPEZ
03/04/2026 03/10/2026
02/06/2026 03/03/2026
Diagnostics and
Maintenance of Hedge
02/02/2026 03/03/2026
New Weed Trimmer and
Totals for ALAN'S LAWN & GARDEN CENTER INC:

ALL CITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES
03/06/2026 03/17/2026
2/15- 2/28/26 Crossing
03/23/2026 03/30/2026
03/04/2026
$15,700.00 $15,700.00
2025101 Invoice 03/03/2026 $1,125.00 87650 $1,125.00
03/03/2026
2024102 Invoice 03/17/2026 $860.00 87706 $860.00
03/17/2026
2025102 Invoice 03/17/2026 $860.00 87706 $860.00
03/17/2026
$2,845.00 $2,845.00
112159-110337 Invoice 03/17/2026 $44.19 87707 $44.19
Sand for Sand Bags 03/17/2026
112163-110338 Invoice 03/17/2026 $44.19 87707 $44.19
Sand for Sand Bags 03/17/2026
$88.38 $88.38
3-2026 Invoice 03/10/2026 $19,800.00 87708 $19,800.00
03/10/2026
$19,800.00 $19,800.00
1-2026 Invoice 03/24/2026 $27,000.00 87744 $27,000.00
03/24/2026
$27,000.00 $27,000.00
17669 Invoice 03/10/2026 $1,900.00 87675 $1,900.00
03/10/2026
$1,900.00 $1,900.00
287344025104X0304202 Invoice 03/17/2026 $707.12 41407 $707.12 03/17/2026
287252847559X0313202 Invoice 03/26/2026 $223.08 41430 $223.08 03/26/2026
$930.20 $930.20
108627 Invoice 03/10/2026 $527.17 87676 $527.17
Traffic Signage 03/10/2026
$527.17 $527.17
1054461 Invoice 03/03/2026 $3,880.60 87651 $3,880.60
03/03/2026
1055972 Invoice 03/17/2026 $25.20 87709 $25.20
26/02 Public Works 03/17/2026
1055976 Invoice 03/17/2026 $35.00 87709 $35.00
26/02 Motel 6 03/17/2026
1055971 Invoice 03/17/2026 $213.00 87709 $213.00
26/02 City Clerk 03/17/2026
1055982 Invoice 03/17/2026 $391.40 87709 $391.40
26/02 Public Records Act 03/17/2026
1055968 Invoice 03/17/2026 $932.40 87709 $932.40
26/02 City Manager 03/17/2026
1055974 Invoice 03/17/2026 $1,155.00 87709 $1,155.00
26/02 CFD General 03/17/2026
1055969 Invoice 03/17/2026 $1,436.40 87709 $1,436.40
26/02 Administration 03/17/2026
1050578 Invoice 03/17/2026 $1,612.80 87709 $1,612.80
03/17/2026
1054017 Invoice 03/17/2026 $2,027.00 87709 $2,027.00
03/17/2026
1055970 Invoice 03/17/2026 $2,041.20 87709 $2,041.20
26/02 Planning 03/17/2026
1055978 Invoice 03/17/2026 $2,859.80 87709 $2,859.80
26/02 Code Enforcement 03/17/2026
1055975 Invoice 03/17/2026 $3,500.00 87709 $3,500.00
03/17/2026
03/24/2026 03/24/2026
Community Benefits Grant
Totals for ARTESIA CHRISTIAN HOME:

ARTESIA BUILDING MATERIALS
02/17/2026 03/17/2026
02/17/2026 03/17/2026
Totals for ARTESIA BUILDING MATERIALS:

ARTESIA CERRITOS LIONS CLUB
03/10/2026 03/17/2026
2026 Community Benefits
Totals for ARTESIA CERRITOS LIONS CLUB:

ARTESIA CHRISTIAN HOME
Relocation and Moving
Assistance Payment to
Totals for ANA CRUZ LOPEZ:

ANDREW HERNANDEZ
03/03/2026 03/03/2026
Spring Baseball 2025
03/17/2026 03/17/2026
2024 OVER THE LINE
03/17/2026 03/17/2026
2025 OVER THE LINE
Totals for ANDREW HERNANDEZ:

BC TRAFFIC SPECIALIST
02/26/2026 03/10/2026
Totals for BC TRAFFIC SPECIALIST:

BEST BEST & KRIEGER LLP
02/27/2026 03/03/2026
26/01 Complex Real Estate
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
03/11/2026 03/17/2026

ASEEM CHAWLA
03/10/2026 03/10/2026
Deposit Refund - 17923
Totals for ASEEM CHAWLA:

AT&T
03/17/2026 03/18/2026
26/03 License Plate Readers
03/26/2026 03/26/2026
26/03 Parking Handheld
Totals for AT&T:
01/12/2026 03/17/2026
25/12 Annexation - 17610
02/19/2026 03/17/2026
26/01 Annexation - 17610
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
26/02 Special Projects -
1055967 Invoice 03/17/2026 $3,578.40 87709 $3,578.40
26/02 City Council Project 03/17/2026
1055981 Invoice 03/17/2026 $4,126.50 87709 $4,126.50
03/17/2026
1055977 Invoice 03/17/2026 $4,865.00 87709 $4,865.00
03/17/2026
1055979 Invoice 03/17/2026 $4,878.17 87710 $4,878.17
03/17/2026
1055973 Invoice 03/17/2026 $5,927.19 87710 $5,927.19
26/02 Labor/Employment 03/17/2026
1055980 Invoice 03/17/2026 $11,212.90 87710 $11,212.90
26/02 General Litigation 03/17/2026
$54,697.96 $54,697.96
10278488 Invoice 03/24/2026 $150.00 87745 $150.00
03/24/2026
$150.00 $150.00
232 Invoice 03/03/2026 $88.34 87652 $88.34
Gloves for Public Works 03/03/2026
231 Invoice 03/03/2026 $847.54 87652 $847.54
Trash Liner Supplies 03/03/2026
$935.88 $935.88
18006 Invoice 03/10/2026 $1,920.00 87677 $1,920.00
03/10/2026
$1,920.00 $1,920.00
#A-014 Invoice 03/10/2026 $450.00 87678 $450.00
03/10/2026
#A-015 Invoice 03/30/2026 $1,200.00 87782 $1,200.00
03/30/2026
$1,650.00 $1,650.00
03062026 Invoice 03/06/2026 $26,607.26 41408 $26,607.26 03/06/2026
4203484552-03/2026 Invoice 03/01/2026 $93,151.08 41419 $93,151.08 26/03 Health Premium 03/01/2026
03202026 Invoice 03/24/2026 $567.16 41419 $567.16
03/24/2026
03202026 Invoice 03/24/2026 $26,462.74 41419 $26,462.74 03/24/2026
$146,788.24 $146,788.24
5037927567 Invoice 03/17/2026 $659.69 87711 $659.69
03/17/2026
$659.69 $659.69
3413 Invoice 03/10/2026 $649.00 87679 $649.00
03/10/2026
$649.00 $649.00
2024-08-17 Invoice 03/10/2026 $4,350.00 87680 $4,350.00 03/10/2026
2024-08-16 Invoice 03/10/2026 $8,277.50 87680 $8,277.50 03/10/2026
$12,627.50 $12,627.50
4260108489 Invoice 03/17/2026 $299.61 87712 $299.61
03/17/2026
4259337971 Invoice 03/17/2026 $701.62 87712 $701.62
03/17/2026
26/02 Economic
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
26/02 Annexation - 17610
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
Totals for BEST BEST & KRIEGER LLP:

BRANDON REILLY
03/24/2026 03/24/2026
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
26/02 Deposit - 11746
South, 16809 Pioneer, 16905
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
01/28/2026 03/03/2026
Totals for BROTHERS JANITORIAL SUPPLY COMPANY:

BUILDRITE CONSTRUCTION
03/10/2026 03/10/2026
C&D Deposit Refund -
Totals for BUILDRITE CONSTRUCTION:

CALIFORNIA CLERK ADMINISTRATION SERVICES, LLC
02/01/2026 03/10/2026
Transcription of minutes
12/18, 12/15 Reg & Sp, (4)
Security Deposit Refund
Totals for BRANDON REILLY:

BROTHERS JANITORIAL SUPPLY COMPANY
02/24/2026 03/03/2026

CELL BUSINESS EQUIPMENT
03/05/2026 03/17/2026
3/20-4/19/26 Sharp Copiers
Totals for CELL BUSINESS EQUIPMENT:

CESA
02/06/2026 03/10/2026
Pers/Pepra Retirement
03/24/2026 03/25/2026
Pers/Pepra Retirement
Totals for CalPers:
03/22/2026 03/30/2026
Transcription of minutes
1/12, 1/26, 2/9, 2/19, 2/23 5
Totals for CALIFORNIA CLERK ADMINISTRATION SERVICES, LLC:

CalPers
03/06/2026 03/18/2026
Pers/Pepra Retirement
03/01/2026 03/25/2026
03/24/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 AJ Park Janitorial
02/11/2026 03/17/2026
26/02 Artesia Park Janitorial
CESA Conference
Totals for CESA:

CHEE SALETTE ARCHITECTURE OFFICE
03/01/2026 03/10/2026
26/02 Design Services for
02/01/2026 03/10/2026
26/01 Design Services for
Totals for CHEE SALETTE ARCHITECTURE OFFICE:

CINTAS CORP
02/18/2026 03/17/2026
$1,001.23 $1,001.23
2026-0211-6 Invoice 03/24/2026 $75.00 87746 $75.00
03/24/2026
2026
$75.00 $75.00
ASIT001582 Invoice 03/17/2026 $5,480.00 87713 $5,480.00 03/17/2026
$5,480.00 $5,480.00
3507800-00-031526 Invoice 03/24/2026 $68.55 87747 $68.55 03/24/2026
3507880-00-031526 Invoice 03/24/2026 $1,048.42 87747 $1,048.42 03/24/2026
$1,116.97 $1,116.97
SGNL000334 Invoice 03/10/2026 $602.01 87681 $602.01
03/10/2026
$602.01 $602.01
2026-19146 Invoice 03/10/2026 $11,546.67 87682 $11,546.67 03/10/2026
$11,546.67 $11,546.67
70687030301114 Invoice 03/01/2026 $4,467.50 41409 $4,467.50 03/01/2026
$4,467.50 $4,467.50
9146 Invoice 03/10/2026 $18,299.36 87683 $18,299.36
03/10/2026
$18,299.36 $18,299.36
82898 Invoice 09/24/2025 $57.00 87714 $57.00
Live Scan 09/24/2025
$57.00 $57.00
108 Invoice 03/30/2026 $1,500.00 87783 $1,500.00
03/30/2026
$1,500.00 $1,500.00
100894800 Invoice 03/17/2026 $360.00 87715 $360.00
03/17/2026
$360.00 $360.00
70144-00001-030126 Invoice 03/10/2026 $419.24 87684 $419.24 03/10/2026
$419.24 $419.24
004 Invoice 03/24/2026 $400.00 87748 $400.00
03/24/2026
$400.00 $400.00
2025-26-001 Invoice 03/30/2026 $2,488.00 87784 $2,488.00 03/30/2026
$2,488.00 $2,488.00
2074A46066 Invoice 03/10/2026 $43.48 87685 $43.48
Red Paint for Curb 03/10/2026
$43.48 $43.48
113889 Invoice 03/17/2026 $280.00 87716 $280.00
03/17/2026
113901 Invoice 03/17/2026 $2,853.44 87716 $2,853.44
03/17/2026
Totals for CINTAS CORP:

CITY OF BELL
03/06/2026 03/24/2026
City Manager Luncheon
01/15-03/15/26 11908 169th
03/24/2026 03/24/2026
01/15-03/15/26 169th &
Totals for CITY OF NORWALK:

CITY OF NORWALK
02/23/2026 03/10/2026
7/9-1/7/26 166th & Elaine
Totals for CITY OF NORWALK:

CLEARGOV INC.
03/01/2026 03/10/2026
Totals for CITY OF BELL:

CITY OF BREA
03/10/2026 03/17/2026
26/02 IT service and onsite
Totals for CITY OF BREA:

CITY OF NORWALK
03/24/2026 03/24/2026
Totals for COMCATE SOFTWARE, INC.:

DAVID M MARQUEZ JR.
01/28/2026 03/30/2026
Restaurant week promotion
Totals for DAVID M MARQUEZ JR.:

DAWGS MENTALITY ATHLETICS LIMITED
Totals for CRYSTAL TIMBERLAKE:

CRYSTAL TIMBERLAKE
09/02/2025 03/17/2026
FY 25-26 Personnel and
Totals for CLEARGOV INC.:

COLONIAL LIFE
03/01/2026 03/18/2026
26/03 Supplemental
Totals for COLONIAL LIFE:

COMCATE SOFTWARE, INC.
10/01/2025 03/10/2026
2026 Comcate Software
Spring Eggstravaganza &
Totals for DERAIN DAVIS:

DISASTER MANAGEMENT AREA E
11/18/2025 03/30/2026
FY25/26 Membership Dues
Totals for DISASTER MANAGEMENT AREA E:

DUNN-EDWARDS CORPORATION
02/20/2026 03/10/2026
Totals for DUNN-EDWARDS CORPORATION:

DUPRE ENTERPRISES
02/10/2026 03/17/2026
Refund for unavailable field
Totals for DAWGS MENTALITY ATHLETICS LIMITED:

DELTA DENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY
03/01/2026 03/10/2026
26/03 HMO Dental
Totals for DELTA DENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY:

DERAIN DAVIS
03/02/2026 03/24/2026
Lighting repairs at AJ
02/26/2026 03/17/2026
Lighting repairs at AJ
03/04/2026 03/17/2026
113885 Invoice 03/17/2026 $7,992.75 87716 $7,992.75
03/17/2026
113910 Invoice 03/24/2026 $560.00 87749 $560.00
03/24/2026
$11,686.19 $11,686.19
FY25/26 Invoice 03/24/2026 $1,105.00 87750 $1,105.00
Tuition Reimbursement 03/24/2026
$1,105.00 $1,105.00
480414A-030426 Invoice 03/04/2026 $5,723.25 41410 $5,723.25 03/04/2026
$5,723.25 $5,723.25
11820-R001 Invoice 03/10/2026 $13,600.00 87686 $13,600.00 03/09/2026
$13,600.00 $13,600.00
APR2026 Invoice 03/17/2026 $240.64 87717 $240.64
26/04 Medical Premium 03/17/2026
$240.64 $240.64
167225584 Invoice 03/03/2026 $687.54 41411 $687.54
26/03 Vision Coverage 03/03/2026
$687.54 $687.54
260207 Invoice 03/24/2026 $10,652.95 87751 $10,652.95
03/24/2026
$10,652.95 $10,652.95
1581 Invoice 03/10/2026 $1,400.00 87687 $1,400.00
Bus Trip for YAL on 4/10 03/03/2026
$1,400.00 $1,400.00
INV53514-F Invoice 03/03/2026 $605.09 87653 $605.09
03/03/2026
INV62331-F Invoice 03/30/2026 $622.15 87785 $622.15
03/30/2026
$1,227.24 $1,227.24
39389 Invoice 03/10/2026 $7,500.00 87688 $7,500.00
03/10/2026
$7,500.00 $7,500.00
03062026 Invoice 03/10/2026 $80.00 87689 $80.00
03/10/2026
03202026 Invoice 03/24/2026 $46.09 87752 $46.09
03/24/2026
03202026 Invoice 03/24/2026 $80.00 87753 $80.00
03/24/2026
$206.09 $206.09
101879146 Invoice 03/17/2026 $150.00 87718 $150.00
Facility Deposit Refund 03/17/2026
$150.00 $150.00
3231563850-021926 Invoice 03/15/2026 $184.99 41412 $184.99 03/15/2026
5628095136-021626 Invoice 03/12/2026 $236.06 41412 $236.06 03/12/2026
2131797882-022826 Invoice 03/02/2026 $75.98 41420 $75.98 03/02/2026
2131797882-030426 Invoice 03/30/2026 $75.98 41431 $75.98 g gp
Padelford Park parking lot
02/19/2026 03/17/2026
Lighting LED replacement at
03/18/2026 03/24/2026
Power Loss at Corby Parking
Totals for DUPRE ENTERPRISES:

EDITH GUERRA
03/24/2026 03/24/2026
Totals for EDITH GUERRA:

Totals for ERNESTO OLIVARES:

FIDELITY SECURITY LIFE INSURANCE CO.
03/03/2026 03/18/2026
Totals for FIDELITY SECURITY LIFE INSURANCE CO.:

Enterprise FM Trust
03/04/2026 03/18/2026
26/03 Electric Vehicle Lease
& Fleet Maintenance
Totals for Enterprise FM Trust:

ERIK JUAREZ ESTRADA
03/09/2026 03/10/2026
Acquisition of 11820 168th
Totals for ERIK JUAREZ ESTRADA:

ERNESTO OLIVARES
03/17/2026 03/17/2026
1/20-2/19/26 Overage
03/23/2026 03/30/2026
Copy Machine Usage 2/20-
Totals for FLEXTG:

FOSTER & FOSTER INC
12/10/2025 03/10/2026
FY 24-25 GASB 75
Totals for FOSTER & FOSTER INC:

FRANCHISE TAX BOARD
03/06/2026 03/10/2026
FIESTA COOPERATIVE INC.
02/28/2026 03/24/2026
26/02 Dial-a-Ride Services
Totals for FIESTA COOPERATIVE INC.:

FIRST CHOICE CHARTERS
03/03/2026 03/10/2026
Totals for FIRST CHOICE CHARTERS:

FLEXTG
02/24/2026 03/03/2026

FREDIELY CHAI
03/17/2026 03/17/2026
Totals for FREDIELY CHAI:

FRONTIER
03/15/2026 03/18/2026
City Hall Internet 2/19-
03/12/2026 03/18/2026
Ericka Jackson, 03/06/2026
03/20/2026 03/24/2026
Rene Trevino, 03/20/26
03/20/2026 03/24/2026
Ericka Jackson, 03/20/26
Totals for FRANCHISE TAX BOARD:

Public Work Internet 2/16-
03/02/2026 03/25/2026
Historical House 2/4- 3/3/26
03/30/2026 03/30/2026
03/30/2026
$573.01 $573.01
726020125 Invoice 03/24/2026 $186.00 87754 $186.00
03/24/2026
$186.00 $186.00
000005001488 Invoice 03/10/2026 $9,483.00 87690 $9,483.00 03/10/2026
$9,483.00 $9,483.00
102405846 Invoice 03/17/2026 $150.00 87719 $150.00
03/17/2026
$150.00 $150.00
0055238698-031226 Invoice 03/20/2026 $153.95 41421 $153.95 26/02 11938 South St. 03/20/2026
2865004438-030526 Invoice 03/20/2026 $140.22 41421 $140.22 03/20/2026
4905793578-031326 Invoice 03/20/2026 $64.42 41421 $64.42 26/02 18530 Corby Ave. 03/20/2026
1373230000-031626 Invoice 03/20/2026 $594.38 41421 $594.38 03/20/2026
8072740000-030526 Invoice 03/20/2026 $587.52 41421 $587.52 26/02 11710 South St IRR 03/20/2026
4302440000-030526 Invoice 03/20/2026 $443.34 41421 $443.34 26/02 11734 IRR Artesia 03/20/2026
4273230000-031726 Invoice 03/20/2026 $539.47 41421 $539.47 26/02 12034 Artesia Blvd 03/20/2026
1113139225-031826 Invoice 03/20/2026 $688.09 41421 $688.09 03/20/2026
9725940000-031626 Invoice 03/20/2026 $55.11 41421 $55.11 26/02 17202 Alburtis 03/20/2026
8217720000-031626 Invoice 03/20/2026 $296.17 41421 $296.17 26/02 17203 Corby Ave. 03/20/2026
8756430000-031726 Invoice 03/20/2026 $752.32 41421 $752.32 03/20/2026
7902030000-031626 Invoice 03/20/2026 $745.44 41421 $745.44 03/20/2026
8783687207-031226 Invoice 03/20/2026 $140.22 41421 $140.22 03/20/2026
2942430000-030526 Invoice 03/20/2026 $144.37 41421 $144.37 26/02 18641 Corby 03/20/2026
2274300000-030526 Invoice 03/20/2026 $261.38 41421 $261.38 26/02 18644 Alburtis Ave. 03/20/2026
9174300000-030526 Invoice 03/20/2026 $578.22 41421 $578.22 03/20/2026
0274300000-030526 Invoice 03/20/2026 $33.45 41421 $33.45 03/20/2026
1274300000-030526 Invoice 03/20/2026 $656.18 41421 $656.18 03/20/2026
8514744341-031226 Invoice 03/20/2026 $543.91 41421 $543.91 03/20/2026
6350093223-031226 Invoice 03/20/2026 $153.95 41421 $153.95 03/20/2026
5534220000-030526 Invoice 03/20/2026 $443.34 41421 $443.34 03/20/2026
9138539384-030526 Invoice 03/20/2026 $359.92 41421 $359.92 03/20/2026
5353387681-030526 Invoice 03/20/2026 $208.88 41421 $208.88 03/20/2026
7677238922-031326 Invoice 03/20/2026 $275.57 41421 $275.57 26/02 11504 178th St. 03/20/2026
2376836656-031326 Invoice 03/20/2026 $470.81 41421 $470.81 03/20/2026
$9,330.63 $9,330.63

GFT INFRASTRUCTURE INC
02/16/2026 03/10/2026
25/12 Acquisition Services
Totals for GFT INFRASTRUCTURE INC:

GLOBAL PEACE FOUNDATION
03/17/2026 03/17/2026
Facility Deposit Refund
Totals for GLOBAL PEACE FOUNDATION:

Historical House 3/4- 4/3/26
Totals for FRONTIER:

GEONCON WEST INC
03/22/2026 03/24/2026
Botanical Garden Plan Check
Totals for GEONCON WEST INC:
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 11504 Artesia Blvd
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 17189 IRR Baber Ave

GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 18609 IRR Pioneer
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 18506 IRR Pioneer
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 17512 IRR Norwalk
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 17815 Pioneer Blvd
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 Norwalk & South St
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 Norwalk Blvd So of
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 17514 Norwalk Blvd
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 Droxford St Norwalk
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 18747 Clarkdale Ave.
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 18747 Fp Clarkdale
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 18750 Clarkdale Ave
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 18803 Elaine Ave.
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/02 186th St & Jersey Ave
Totals for GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY:

FEB2026 Invoice 03/03/2026 $1,645.80 87654 $1,645.80
26/02 Karate Class 03/03/2026
$1,645.80 $1,645.80
SIN060323 Invoice 03/24/2026 $3,199.81 87755 $3,199.81
03/24/2026
$3,199.81 $3,199.81
5272337284 Invoice 03/03/2026 $4,659.80 87655 $4,659.80 03/03/2026
$4,659.80 $4,659.80
11212025 Invoice 03/24/2026 $285.00 87756 $285.00
03/24/2026
$285.00 $285.00
101271988 Invoice 03/24/2026 $150.00 87757 $150.00
03/24/2026
$150.00 $150.00
102405689 Invoice 03/17/2026 $75.00 87720 $75.00
03/17/2026
$75.00 $75.00
164207 Invoice 03/24/2026 $4,500.00 87758 $4,500.00
26/04 - Lobbyist Contract 03/24/2026
$4,500.00 $4,500.00
ART1MS412512 Invoice 03/10/2026 $2,776.25 87691 $2,776.25 03/09/2026
ART1MS412601 Invoice 03/17/2026 $1,117.50 87721 $1,117.50 03/17/2026
ART1UO12602 Invoice 03/17/2026 $1,651.16 87721 $1,651.16 03/17/2026
ART1MS412602 Invoice 03/17/2026 $1,680.00 87721 $1,680.00 03/17/2026
$7,224.91 $7,224.91
APR2026 Invoice 03/17/2026 $240.64 87722 $240.64
26/04 Medical Premium 03/17/2026
$240.64 $240.64
031626 Artesia Invoice 03/17/2026 $300.00 87723 $300.00 03/17/2026
030226 Invoice 03/17/2026 $7,165.00 87723 $7,165.00
Spring Artesian 2026 03/17/2026
$7,465.00 $7,465.00
APR2026 Invoice 03/17/2026 $225.36 87724 $225.36
26/04 Medical Premium 03/17/2026
$225.36 $225.36
05072026 COA Invoice 03/10/2026 $250.00 87692 $250.00
03/10/2026
$250.00 $250.00
AR260302 Invoice 03/03/2026 $4,150.00 87656 $4,150.00
26/02 Lobbyist Service 03/03/2026
$4,150.00 $4,150.00
34891610 Invoice 03/10/2026 $1,665.82 87693 $1,665.82
03/10/2026
34962194 Invoice 03/17/2026 $1,642.50 87725 $1,642.50
03/17/2026

HINDERLITER DE LLAMAS & ASSOCIATES
02/27/2026 03/24/2026
Jan/Mar '26 Sales Tax Audit
Totals for HINDERLITER DE LLAMAS & ASSOCIATES:

HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC
03/01/2026 03/03/2026
Public Works Yard - Fire
Totals for HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC:

HUMAN SERVICES ASSOCIATION
12/12/2025 03/24/2026

HEDSSON JIMENEZ
03/03/2026 03/03/2026
Totals for HEDSSON JIMENEZ:

JOE A. GONSALVES & SON
03/23/2026 03/24/2026
Totals for JOE A. GONSALVES & SON:

JOHN L HUNTER & ASSOCIATES
03/09/2026 03/10/2026
25/12 Invoice for
03/16/2026 03/17/2026
Senior Thanksgiving
Totals for HUMAN SERVICES ASSOCIATION:

ILIANA RAMIREZ
03/24/2026 03/24/2026
Security Deposit Refund
Totals for ILIANA RAMIREZ:

JESSICA ROSALES
03/17/2026 03/17/2026
Deposit Refund 3/15/2026
Totals for JESSICA ROSALES:

JOSE ASCENCIO
03/17/2026 03/17/2026
Totals for JOSE ASCENCIO:

KAREN GONZALEZ
03/16/2026 03/17/2026
Window Decals for
03/02/2026 03/17/2026
Totals for KAREN GONZALEZ:

KAREN HEATH
26/01 Municipal Stormwater
03/16/2026 03/17/2026
26/02 Oil Payment Program
03/16/2026 03/17/2026
26/02 Municipal Stormwater
Totals for JOHN L HUNTER & ASSOCIATES:

KIMLEY HORN AND ASSOCIATES INC
01/31/2026 03/10/2026
26/01 Metro Form 60
02/28/2026 03/17/2026
03/17/2026 03/17/2026
Totals for KAREN HEATH:

KENNY CALEB
03/03/2026 03/10/2026
DJ service for opening day
Totals for KENNY CALEB:

KILEY & ASSOCIATES LLC
03/02/2026 03/03/2026
Totals for KILEY & ASSOCIATES LLC:
26/02 Deposit - 18413
35192900 Invoice 03/30/2026 $2,287.27 87786 $2,287.27
03/30/2026
$5,595.59 $5,595.59
001 Invoice 03/17/2026 $59,120.07 87726 $59,120.07
03/17/2026
$59,120.07 $59,120.07
24-1479 Feb26 Invoice 03/24/2026 $1,588.86 87759 $1,588.86 26/02 CAL FIRE Tree Mtc. 03/24/2026
24-1479 Jan26 Invoice 03/30/2026 $1,588.86 87787 $1,588.86 26/01 CAL FIRE Tree Mtc. 03/30/2026
$3,177.72 $3,177.72
JAN2026 Invoice 03/24/2026 $37,598.48 87760 $37,598.48
26/01 Animal Housing 03/24/2026
03232026 Invoice 03/30/2026 $25,408.27 87788 $25,408.27 26/02 Animal Housing 03/30/2026
$63,006.75 $63,006.75
26030905039 Invoice 03/17/2026 $7,719.33 87727 $7,719.33 26/02 Industrial Waste 03/17/2026
$7,719.33 $7,719.33
261994AY Invoice 03/17/2026 $223.60 87728 $223.60
25/12 Traffic Enforcement 03/17/2026
261993AY Invoice 03/17/2026 $3,116.48 87728 $3,116.48
25/12 Foot Patrol 03/17/2026
261995AY Invoice 03/17/2026 $3,341.93 87728 $3,341.93
25/12 La Mirage Event 03/17/2026
261992AY Invoice 03/17/2026 $22,775.01 87728 $22,775.01 25/12 Gang Suppression 03/17/2026
261813TZ Invoice 03/17/2026 $395,282.85 87728 $395,282.85 03/17/2026
$424,739.87 $424,739.87
L103594 Invoice 03/24/2026 $252.00 87761 $252.00
03/24/2026
171301 Invoice 03/24/2026 $63.00 87761 $63.00
03/24/2026
$315.00 $315.00
03152026 Invoice 03/17/2026 $139.70 87729 $139.70
26/03 Supplemental Ins. 03/17/2026
$139.70 $139.70
DEC/JAN2026 Invoice 03/03/2026 $253.50 87657 $253.50
Dec/Jan '26 Zumba PM 03/03/2026
$253.50 $253.50
4942459120 Invoice 03/01/2026 $3,190.68 41413 $3,190.68 03/01/2026
$3,190.68 $3,190.68
IN260000449 Invoice 03/03/2026 $54,107.62 87658 $54,107.62 25/12 Building & Safety 03/03/2026
$54,107.62 $54,107.62
38150 Invoice 03/10/2026 $1,318.05 87694 $1,318.05
03/10/2026
38080 Invoice 03/10/2026 $2,949.30 87694 $2,949.30
03/10/2026
02/10/2026 03/30/2026
Totals for LA CONSERVATION CORPS:

LA COUNTY DEPT OF ANIMAL CONTROL
02/25/2026 03/24/2026
03/25/2026 03/30/2026
Totals for LA COUNTY DEPT OF ANIMAL CONTROL:

LA COUNTY DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS
03/09/2026 03/17/2026
02/28/2026 03/30/2026
26/02 Metro Form 60
Totals for KIMLEY HORN AND ASSOCIATES INC:

KOBA CONSTRUCTION LLC
03/10/2026 03/17/2026
26/03-EV Charging Facility
Totals for KOBA CONSTRUCTION LLC:

LA CONSERVATION CORPS
03/06/2026 03/24/2026
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
02/10/2026 03/17/2026
26/01 General Law
Totals for LA COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT:

LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONAL
11/11/2025 03/24/2026
Totals for LA COUNTY DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS:

LA COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
Totals for LETICIA MORRIS:

LINCOLN NATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE
03/01/2026 03/18/2026
26/03 Life & Disability Ins.

Totals for LINCOLN NATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE:
3rd party language testing
for staff bi- lingual pay
02/11/2026 03/24/2026
3rd party language testing
for staff bi- lingual pay
Totals for LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONAL:

LEGAL SHIELD
03/15/2026 03/17/2026
Totals for LEGAL SHIELD:

LETICIA MORRIS
03/03/2026 03/03/2026
Legal Notice Ord 25-978
ADU, 25-976, PH Housing

LOS ANGELES COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS
02/26/2026 03/03/2026
Totals for LOS ANGELES COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS:

LOS CERRITOS COMMUNITY NEWS
02/20/2026 03/10/2026
Legal Notice Ord 26-979 &
01/23/2026 03/10/2026
38173 Invoice 03/24/2026 $1,017.90 87762 $1,017.90
03/24/2026
$5,285.25 $5,285.25
MECARTESIA3 Invoice 03/17/2026 $660.00 87730 $660.00
03/17/2026
$660.00 $660.00
118650 Invoice 03/17/2026 $8,903.00 87731 $8,903.00
03/17/2026
118808 Invoice 03/24/2026 $1,222.00 87763 $1,222.00
03/24/2026
118807 Invoice 03/24/2026 $6,182.00 87763 $6,182.00
03/24/2026
$16,307.00 $16,307.00
APR2026 Invoice 03/17/2026 $240.64 87732 $240.64
26/04 Medical Premium 03/17/2026
$240.64 $240.64
JAN/FEB2026 Invoice 03/03/2026 $238.00 87659 $238.00
03/03/2026
$238.00 $238.00
04372 Invoice 03/30/2026 $1,193.29 87789 $1,193.29
Fire Hood maintenance 03/30/2026
$1,193.29 $1,193.29
5-2026 Invoice 03/24/2026 $26,000.00 87764 $26,000.00
03/24/2026
$26,000.00 $26,000.00
03062026 Invoice 03/06/2026 $9,603.11 41414 $9,603.11
03/06/2026
03202026 Invoice 03/20/2026 $9,603.54 41422 $9,603.54
03/20/2026
$19,206.65 $19,206.65
23316-00001-030126 Invoice 03/10/2026 $4,186.19 87695 $4,186.19 26/03 PPO Dental 03/10/2026
Coverage
$4,186.19 $4,186.19
APR2026 Invoice 03/17/2026 $240.64 87733 $240.64
26/04 Medical Premium 03/17/2026
$240.64 $240.64
35407 Invoice 03/03/2026 $16,333.34 87660 $16,333.34
26/03 Street Sweeping 03/03/2026
$16,333.34 $16,333.34
03052026 Invoice 03/10/2026 $8,500.00 87696 $8,500.00
03/10/2026
$8,500.00 $8,500.00
348550SCOTT Invoice 03/03/2026 $150.00 87661 $150.00
03/03/2026
349315FRANK Invoice 03/30/2026 $1,185.28 87790 $1,185.28 03/30/2026
349652CAM Invoice 03/30/2026 $223.00 87790 $223.00
03/30/2026
03/06/2026 03/24/2026
Legal Notice - 11940 South
Totals for LOS CERRITOS COMMUNITY NEWS:

MARIPOSA ECO CONSULTING INC
03/14/2026 03/17/2026
26/02 SB 1383
Implementation/Recordk
Totals for MARIPOSA ECO CONSULTING INC:

MARIPOSA LANDSCAPES INC
02/28/2026 03/17/2026
Replacing Damaged
Backflow Device and Cage
Totals for MARIPOSA LANDSCAPES INC:

MARTIN GAMEZ
03/17/2026 03/17/2026
Totals for MARTIN GAMEZ:

MARY CARMEN GARCIA
03/03/2026 03/03/2026
Jan/Feb '26 Youth Dance
Totals for MARY CARMEN GARCIA:

MBC FIRE SAFETY
26/02 Landscape
02/28/2026 03/24/2026
Repair of Median Fountain
and Irrigation
02/28/2026 03/24/2026
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
457b, 401a and Roth for
Totals for MissionSquare Retirement:

MUNICIPAL DENTAL POOL
03/01/2026 03/10/2026
03/23/2026 03/30/2026
Totals for MBC FIRE SAFETY:

MISS ARTESIA
03/24/2026 03/24/2026
Community Benefits Grant
Totals for MISS ARTESIA:

MissionSquare Retirement
03/06/2026 03/18/2026
457b, 401a and Roth for
Totals for NATALIE HERRERA:

NATIONWIDE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
03/02/2026 03/03/2026
Totals for NATIONWIDE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES:

NEW CITY AMERICA
03/05/2026 03/10/2026
Downtown PBID - Invoice 4
Totals for NEW CITY AMERICA:

NORWALK LA MIRADA PLUMBING
02/16/2026 03/03/2026
Totals for MUNICIPAL DENTAL POOL:

NATALIE HERRERA
03/17/2026 03/17/2026
Artesia Park - Men's
Restroom Sick Overflowing
03/24/2026 03/30/2026
11870 169th Street
03/28/2026 03/30/2026
18750 Clarkdale Avenue
$1,558.28 $1,558.28
1454 Invoice 03/24/2026 $2,285.00 87765 $2,285.00
03/24/2026
1445 Invoice 03/24/2026 $13,200.00 87765 $13,200.00
03/24/2026
$15,485.00 $15,485.00
100895222 Invoice 03/03/2026 $81.00 87662 $81.00
Refund Youth Softball 03/03/2026
$81.00 $81.00
INVM0020624 Invoice 03/30/2026 $19,444.60 87791 $19,444.60 26/02 Bus Service 03/30/2026
$19,444.60 $19,444.60
100895173 Invoice 03/03/2026 $152.00 87663 $152.00
Refund Youth Softball 03/03/2026
$152.00 $152.00
26C0021825716 Invoice 03/19/2026 $23.19 41423 $23.19
03/19/2026
26C0019353937 Invoice 03/19/2026 $79.23 41423 $79.23
03/19/2026
26C0019168509 Invoice 03/19/2026 $211.87 41423 $211.87
03/19/2026
26C1158700003 Invoice 03/19/2026 $331.68 41423 $331.68
03/19/2026
$645.97 $645.97
80855574-030226 Invoice 03/17/2026 $1,000.00 41415 $1,000.00 Refilled Postage Machine 03/17/2026
$1,000.00 $1,000.00
Q2243327 Invoice 03/05/2026 $238.87 41401 $238.87
03/05/2026
$238.87 $238.87
1612 Invoice 02/24/2026 $8,218.81 87766 $8,218.81
02/24/2026
1617 Invoice 03/24/2026 $400.00 87766 $400.00
03/24/2026
$8,618.81 $8,618.81
102429160 Invoice 03/24/2026 $150.00 87767 $150.00
03/24/2026
$150.00 $150.00
15339921001 Invoice 03/01/2026 $1,085.07 41402 $1,085.07 03/01/2026
15584623001 Invoice 03/30/2026 $1,051.15 41433 $1,051.15 03/30/2026
$2,136.22 $2,136.22
17985 Invoice 03/10/2026 $2,218.00 87697 $2,218.00
03/10/2026
$2,218.00 $2,218.00
2861 Invoice 03/24/2026 $45,015.21 87768 $45,015.21
03/24/2026
$45,015.21 $45,015.21
2026-02 Plan Check Invoice 03/03/2026 $400.00 87664 $400.00 Deposit - 18721 Arline 03/03/2026
Graffiti Removal Services
12/8-1/22/26
Totals for ONLINE STRIPING SERVICE:

PATRICIA CHARLES
02/10/2026 03/03/2026
Totals for NORWALK LA MIRADA PLUMBING:

ONLINE STRIPING SERVICE
02/13/2026 03/24/2026
Graffiti Removal Services
01/23/2026 03/24/2026
Public Works - Water 2/15-
03/19/2026 03/25/2026
AJ Park - Water 2/15-
03/19/2026 03/25/2026
Artesia Park - Water 2/15-
03/19/2026 03/25/2026
City Hall - Water 2/15-
Totals for PRIMO BRANDS:

Quadient Finance USA Inc.
03/17/2026 03/18/2026
Totals for PATRICIA CHARLES:

PCAM, LLC
02/28/2026 03/30/2026
Totals for PCAM, LLC:

PEI CHEN LEE
02/10/2026 03/03/2026
Totals for PEI CHEN LEE:

PRIMO BRANDS
03/19/2026 03/25/2026
Stamp Machine Lease 3/12-
Totals for QUADIENT LEASING USA:

RAMIREZ PRODUCTIONS
03/19/2026 03/24/2026
Light tower for health fair
Totals for RAMIREZ PRODUCTIONS:

RENE TREVINO
03/24/2026 03/24/2026
Facility Deposit Refund
Totals for RENE TREVINO:
01/13/2026 03/24/2026
Mariachi Festival
Totals for Quadient Finance USA Inc.:

QUADIENT LEASING USA
03/05/2026 03/06/2026

ROMTEC INC
02/12/2026 03/24/2026
Delivery of Design Submittal
Totals for ROMTEC INC:

RON IBARRA ENGINEERING
03/02/2026 03/03/2026

RINGCENTRAL
03/01/2026 03/06/2026
26/03 Telecommunication
03/30/2026 03/30/2026
26/04 Telecommunication
Totals for RINGCENTRAL:

ROHITKUMAR LAD
03/10/2026 03/10/2026
C&D Deposit Refund -
Totals for ROHITKUMAR LAD:

Ave.
2026_02 Invoice 03/10/2026 $23,000.00 87698 $23,000.00
03/09/2026
2026-02 Invoice 03/24/2026 $2,140.00 87769 $2,140.00
03/24/2026
$25,540.00 $25,540.00
6-2026 Invoice 03/24/2026 $21,400.00 87770 $21,400.00
03/24/2026
$21,400.00 $21,400.00
7-2026 Invoice 03/03/2026 $20,700.00 87665 $20,700.00
03/03/2026
$20,700.00 $20,700.00
5642 Invoice 03/17/2026 $400.00 87734 $400.00
03/17/2026
5643 Invoice 03/17/2026 $700.00 87734 $700.00
03/17/2026
$1,100.00 $1,100.00
Artesia Easter 2026 Invoice 03/24/2026 $320.00 87771 $320.00 03/24/2026
$320.00 $320.00
031826ARTESIA Invoice 03/24/2026 $1,080.00 87772 $1,080.00 03/24/2026
INSURANCE 2026
$1,080.00 $1,080.00
202300216 Invoice 03/03/2026 $29,485.00 87666 $29,485.00 03/03/2026
$29,485.00 $29,485.00
102728290 Invoice 03/24/2026 $150.00 87773 $150.00
03/24/2026
$150.00 $150.00
700454958639-022626 Invoice 03/04/2026 $213.10 41403 $213.10 26/01 18510 Corby Ave. 03/04/2026
700483004874-022726 Invoice 03/04/2026 $6,552.92 41403 $6,552.92 26/02 Various Locations 03/04/2026
700485859203-022626 Invoice 03/04/2026 $3,134.92 41403 $3,134.92 03/04/2026
700492283835-021926 Invoice 03/04/2026 $299.27 41403 $299.27 26/02 Various Traffic TC-1 03/04/2026
700492421150-021926 Invoice 03/04/2026 $179.54 41403 $179.54 26/02 Artesia/Gridley 03/04/2026
700498964105-201926 Invoice 03/04/2026 $391.15 41403 $391.15 03/04/2026
700560422190-021926 Invoice 03/04/2026 $66.59 41403 $66.59 03/04/2026
700562509108-021926 Invoice 03/04/2026 $76.56 41403 $76.56 26/02 12001 Artesia Blvd 03/04/2026
700405333439-022726 Invoice 03/04/2026 $835.42 41403 $835.42 26/02 Various Locations 03/04/2026
700491366274-030226 Invoice 03/04/2026 $18,571.31 41403 $18,571.31 26/02 Various Locations 03/04/2026
$30,320.78 $30,320.78
17949759637-031726 Invoice 03/20/2026 $76.87 41424 $76.87 26/03 18644 Alburtis Ave 03/20/2026
04530693599-032026 Invoice 03/20/2026 $115.42 41424 $115.42 26/03 11870 169th St 03/20/2026
12280628004-031826 Invoice 03/20/2026 $56.47 41424 $56.47 03/20/2026
03/09/2026 03/10/2026
Engineering Services for
03/02/2026 03/24/2026

SAGECREST PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL
02/28/2026 03/17/2026
26/02 Deposit - 11746
02/28/2026 03/17/2026
26/02 Deposit - 17610-18
Totals for SAGECREST PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL:

SAMANTHA NAVARRO
03/20/2026 03/24/2026
Photography for Spring
Totals for SAMANTHA NAVARRO:
26/02 Encroachment Permit
Totals for RON IBARRA ENGINEERING:

ROTARY CLUB OF CERRITOS ARTESIA
03/24/2026 03/24/2026
Community Benefits Grant
Totals for ROTARY CLUB OF CERRITOS ARTESIA:

SAAHAS FOR CAUSE
03/03/2026 03/03/2026
Community Benefit Grant
Totals for SAAHAS FOR CAUSE:

SMART COMPLIANCE
02/23/2026 03/03/2026
SMART 1383 Compliance
Totals for SMART COMPLIANCE:

SOCAL INDIAN CHURCH
03/24/2026 03/24/2026
Facility Deposit Refund
Totals for SOCAL INDIAN CHURCH:

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON CO
03/04/2026 03/06/2026
SCMAF
03/18/2026 03/24/2026
YOUTH
Totals for SCMAF:
03/04/2026 03/06/2026
26/02 18600 1/2 S Norwalk
03/04/2026 03/06/2026
03/04/2026 03/06/2026
03/04/2026 03/06/2026
03/04/2026 03/06/2026
03/04/2026 03/06/2026
26/02 Various Traffic Signals
03/04/2026 03/06/2026
03/04/2026 03/06/2026
03/04/2026 03/06/2026
26/02 18750 Clarkdale EV
26/03 11931 South St -
Totals for SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON CO:

Southern California Gas Company
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
12690659565-031726 Invoice 03/20/2026 $14.79 41424 $14.79 26/03 18641 Corby Ave. 03/20/2026
17740623008-030626 Invoice 03/20/2026 $72.98 41424 $72.98 03/20/2026
17950623003-030626 Invoice 03/20/2026 $184.70 41424 $184.70 03/20/2026
$521.23 $521.23
113050 Invoice 03/17/2026 $19.76 87735 $19.76
03/17/2026
113067 Invoice 03/24/2026 $134.99 87774 $134.99
(6) Master Padlocks 03/24/2026
$154.75 $154.75
82297 Invoice 03/10/2026 $9,360.00 87699 $9,360.00
03/10/2026
82510 Invoice 03/24/2026 $10,800.00 87775 $10,800.00
03/24/2026
$20,160.00 $20,160.00
188521501-022126 Invoice 03/10/2026 $119.99 41404 $119.99 26/02 11870 169th St. 03/10/2026
188522301-022126 Invoice 03/10/2026 $169.99 41404 $169.99 03/10/2026
188521401-022126 Invoice 03/10/2026 $190.26 41404 $190.26 26/02 11870 169th St. 03/10/2026
188522201-022126 Invoice 03/10/2026 $195.81 41404 $195.81 03/10/2026
244400901-030126 Invoice 03/17/2026 $1,620.00 41416 $1,620.00 03/17/2026
$2,296.05 $2,296.05
45626 Invoice 03/17/2026 $5,720.00 87736 $5,720.00
Stage for July 3, 2026 03/17/2026
$5,720.00 $5,720.00
928255 Invoice 03/30/2026 $5,849.94 41432 $5,849.94
03/30/2026
$5,849.94 $5,849.94
273 Invoice 03/24/2026 $1,186.00 87776 $1,186.00
Petting Zoo 03/24/2026
$1,186.00 $1,186.00
F4861 Invoice 03/17/2026 $975.00 87737 $975.00
03/17/2026
$975.00 $975.00
Topo Survey-ARTESIA Invoice 03/17/2026 $2,400.00 87738 $2,400.00 03/17/2026
$2,400.00 $2,400.00
981989691-030126 Invoice 03/04/2026 $1,032.08 41417 $1,032.08 03/04/2026
$1,032.08 $1,032.08
189888720-0 Invoice 03/24/2026 $373.24 87778 $373.24
26/03 Telephone Service 03/24/2026
$373.24 $373.24
16823 Invoice 03/24/2026 $7,950.00 87779 $7,950.00
03/24/2026
$7,950.00 $7,950.00
7883-26/03 Invoice 03/30/2026 $22,730.75 41425 $22,730.75 03/20/2026 03/25/2026
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/03 18747 Clarkdale Ave
03/20/2026 03/25/2026
26/03 18750 Clarkdale Ave.

Totals for Southern California Gas Company:

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SECURITY CENTERS
03/10/2026 03/17/2026

SPECTRUM BUSINESS
03/10/2026 03/06/2026
03/10/2026 03/06/2026
Parks Department KW9 DND
03/10/2026 03/24/2026
Totals for SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SECURITY CENTERS:

SOUTHWEST PATROL INC
02/28/2026 03/10/2026
Security Guard Services 2/16-
03/15/2026 03/24/2026
Security Guard Services 3/1-
Totals for SOUTHWEST PATROL INC:

Totals for SPECTRUM BUSINESS:

STAGE-TECH
03/05/2026 03/17/2026
Totals for STAGE-TECH:

Sterling Administration
03/30/2026 03/30/2026
Feb/Apr '26 FSA/DCA
Totals for Sterling Administration:
26/02 18750 Clarkdale Ave.
03/10/2026 03/06/2026
03/10/2026 03/06/2026
26/03 18750 Clarkdale Ave.
03/17/2026 03/18/2026
Jan/Mar '26 18747 Clarkdale
THE WALKING MAN, INC.
03/13/2026 03/17/2026
Distribution for Artesian
Totals for THE WALKING MAN, INC.:

TIMOTHY KOH
02/27/2026 03/17/2026
Topo Survey for Artesia Park
Totals for TIMOTHY KOH:

T-MOBILE
03/04/2026 03/18/2026

TAMMY AVILA
03/24/2026 03/24/2026
Totals for TAMMY AVILA:
03/30/2026 03/30/2026
26/03 City Cell Phone
Totals for T-MOBILE:

TPX COMMUNICATIONS
03/16/2026 03/24/2026
Totals for TPX COMMUNICATIONS:

TRIPEPI SMITH & ASSOCIATES INC
03/20/2026 03/24/2026
Council Goal Setting
Totals for TRIPEPI SMITH & ASSOCIATES INC:

U.S. BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT SYSTEMS
03/30/2026
$22,730.75 $22,730.75
9272 Invoice 03/03/2026 $535.32 87667 $535.32
03/03/2026
9275 Invoice 03/03/2026 $535.32 87667 $535.32
03/03/2026
9273 Invoice 03/03/2026 $537.52 87667 $537.52
03/03/2026
9274 Invoice 03/03/2026 $544.15 87667 $544.15
03/03/2026
9277 Invoice 03/03/2026 $562.04 87667 $562.04
Public Works Uniforms 03/03/2026
9276 Invoice 03/03/2026 $567.30 87667 $567.30
03/03/2026
$3,281.65 $3,281.65
1356345 Invoice 03/01/2026 $30.50 41405 $30.50
03/01/2026
1354920 Invoice 03/01/2026 $54.95 41405 $54.95
03/01/2026
1356337 Invoice 03/01/2026 $4,608.56 41405 $4,608.56
03/01/2026
$4,694.01 $4,694.01
0160-013126 Invoice 03/10/2026 $68.10 87700 $68.10
03/10/2026
$68.10 $68.10
14152 Invoice 03/10/2026 $3,875.31 87701 $3,875.31
03/10/2026
$3,875.31 $3,875.31
239812 Invoice 03/10/2026 $7,141.80 87702 $7,141.80
03/10/2026
$7,141.80 $7,141.80
23772 Invoice 03/24/2026 $2,705.89 87780 $2,705.89
03/24/2026
$2,705.89 $2,705.89
89143089 Invoice 03/03/2026 $182.33 87668 $182.33
03/03/2026
92763257 Invoice 03/17/2026 $109.08 87739 $109.08
26/03 18641 Corby Ave. 03/17/2026
92763256 Invoice 03/17/2026 $109.08 87739 $109.08
26/03 18644 Alburtis Ave. 03/17/2026
92764550 Invoice 03/17/2026 $129.71 87739 $129.71
26/03 17203 Corby Ave. 03/17/2026
92763342 Invoice 03/17/2026 $142.72 87739 $142.72
03/17/2026
92765987 Invoice 03/17/2026 $182.33 87739 $182.33
03/17/2026
$855.25 $855.25
111162583 Invoice 03/17/2026 $1,236.70 41418 $1,236.70
03/17/2026
$1,236.70 $1,236.70
00714813 Invoice 03/03/2026 $17,314.50 87669 $17,314.50 03/03/2026
$17,314.50 $17,314.50
26/03 Credit Card Purchases
Totals for U.S. BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT SYSTEMS:

UNIFORM DEPOT INC.
01/12/2026 03/03/2026
Public Works Uniforms -
01/12/2026 03/03/2026
01/12/2026 03/03/2026
Public Works Uniforms -
Totals for UNIFORM DEPOT INC.:

VALLEY ALARM
03/01/2026 03/06/2026
26/03 - 18644 Alburtis
03/01/2026 03/06/2026
01/12/2026 03/03/2026
Public Works Uniforms -
01/12/2026 03/03/2026
Public Works Uniforms -
01/12/2026 03/03/2026
Public Works Uniforms -
Deposit Refund - 18319
Totals for WC LOGISTICS INC:

WEST COAST ARBORISTS INC
01/20/2026 03/10/2026
26/03- 17203 Corby Ave (
03/01/2026 03/06/2026
26/03 - Fire Station, AJ
Padelford Park & Artesia
Totals for VALLEY ALARM:

WATER REPLENISHMENT DISTRICT OF SO. CALIF.
03/10/2026 03/10/2026
26/01 Groundwater
Totals for WATER REPLENISHMENT DISTRICT OF SO. CALIF.:

WC LOGISTICS INC
03/10/2026 03/10/2026
03/17/2026 03/18/2026
26/02 Gas Card Purchases
Totals for Wex Bank:
03/04/2026 03/17/2026
03/04/2026 03/17/2026
03/04/2026 03/17/2026
26/03 18747 Clarkdale Ave.
03/04/2026 03/17/2026
26/03 18750 Clarkdale Ave
Totals for WESTERN EXTERMINATOR COMPANY:

Wex Bank
26/01-Remove trees for EV
charging facility expansion
Totals for WEST COAST ARBORISTS INC:

WESTERN AUDIO VISUAL
03/18/2026 03/24/2026
Install UPS Pro
Uninterruptible Power
Totals for WESTERN AUDIO VISUAL:

WESTERN EXTERMINATOR COMPANY
12/02/2025 03/03/2026
25/12 18750 Clarkdale Ave
03/04/2026 03/17/2026

WILLDAN ENGINEERING
02/24/2026 03/03/2026
26/01 Housing Element &
Totals for WILLDAN ENGINEERING:
5610007783 Invoice 03/17/2026 $1,695.49 87740 $1,695.49 03/17/2026
90006587 Invoice 03/17/2026 $1,989.00 87740 $1,989.00
03/17/2026
$3,684.49 $3,684.49
521890 Invoice 03/17/2026 $18,900.00 87741 $18,900.00
03/17/2026
$18,900.00 $18,900.00
1 Invoice 08/13/2025 $68.01 87703 $68.01
08/13/2025
$68.01 $68.01
$1,560,758.40 $1,560,758.40
Payroll 3/6/2026 $132,944.03
3/20/2026 $134,628.10
Total Payroll $267,572.13
Total Disbursement $1,828,330.53
26/02 Traffic Signal
Totals for YUNEX LLC:

ZAMBELLI FIREWORKS MANUFACTURING
03/11/2026 03/17/2026
Fireworks display for
Independence Day
Totals for ZAMBELLI FIREWORKS MANUFACTURING:

GRAND TOTALS:

A total of 277 transaction(s) listed
ZEEL J. AHIR
08/13/2025 03/10/2026
Nov. 2024 G. E. Candidate
Statement Deposit Refund
Totals for ZEEL J. AHIR:

YUNEX LLC
03/12/2026 03/17/2026
26/02 Traffic Signal Call/Out
03/11/2026 03/17/2026

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 9C.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: City Financial Report - February 2026
FROM: Jamie Murguia, Finance Manager
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the report.

BACKGROUND:

In accordance with Artesia Municipal Code (AMC) 2-4.705 (f), the attached Finance Report details the activity and balance for all City of Artesia ("City") accounts and funds as of February 28, 2026. Reports are reconciled for cash on hand (bank) to cash recorded in the general ledger through the period ending February 28, 2026.

Activity for Money Market, Checking, Revolving, Cafeteria, Local Agency Investment Fund, CDBG, and Petty Cash are provided for review. Fund Balances compare the cash to each fund's obligation. The balance of the individual accounts and funds should be read with the understanding that cash on hand, is not cash available for unplanned expenditures. The cash balance encompasses the City's contingency reserves, operating expenditures, and monies kept in restricted use funds including Trust and Agency. The City is debt-free; therefore, the finance report does not include any debt activity.

ANALYSIS:

The City is the recipient of several reimbursable grants. This means that, while the City has been awarded funding projects, the City must front the cost of those projects with General Fund revenue, and request reimbursement from the respective grantor as each project progresses. Towards that end, the balance of individual accounts and funds reflected in this Report will vary from month to month as expenses are made and reimbursements are received.

The Schedule of Investments highlights the City's longer duration investments held with Academy Asset Management, the City's investment advisor. A summary of these investments has always been highlighted on the Treasurer's Report; however, the Schedule of Investments provides an additional layer of visibility of the City's longer duration investments.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with the receipt and file of this Report.

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the report.

Attachments
Treasurer Report 022026.pdf

MONEY MARKET

ACCOUNT

CHECKING

ACCOUNT

LOCAL AGENCY

INVESTMENT

ACCOUNT
Beginning Balance - 2/1/2026 472,032.79 198,796.59 5,290,583.99 State/County/Misc Monthly Wires 581,090.78 - -
Deposits 1,243,781.22 - -
Civic Plus Credit deposits - 6,441.00 -
Stripe Deposits - 7,494.21 -
PayGov Credit Deposits - 31,534.92 -
Transfer from Money Market - 3,665,000.00 -
Transfer from Investments 1,560,000.00 - -
Interest Income 18.99 - -
Transfer to Checking Account (3,665,000.00) -
Transfer to CAMP/CLASS Account - (840,000.00) -
Disbursements - (2,577,833.78) -
PERS Retirement - (53,880.41) -
Payroll - (270,583.41) -
Payroll Tax Wire (IRS) - (64,160.66) -
Bank Fees/Paid Parking Fees (1,570.30) (249.99) -
Ending Balance - 2/28/2026 102,558.47 190,353.48 5,290,583.99

CAMP ACCOUNT CLASS ACCOUNT ACADEMY AM
Beginning Balance - 2/1/2026 8,819,638.19 8,887,002.88 5,068,916.22 Transfer from Checking Account 420,000.00 420,000.00 -
Deposits 25,183.44 24,247.79 1,039,454.43
Transfer Out/Disbursements (500,000.00) (1,060,000.00) (4,208.33) Unrealized Gain/Loss - - -
Ending Balance - 2/28/2026 8,271,250.67 8,764,821.63 6,104,162.32

CAFETERIA

ACCOUNT

CDBG FIX-UP

PROGRAM PETTY CASH
Beginning Balance - 2/1/2026 1,324.56 1,716.19 500.00
Ending Balance - 2/28/2026 1,716.19 1,324.56 500.00

REVOLVING

ACCOUNT

TOTAL ALL

ACCOUNTS
Beginning Balance - 2/1/2026 1,362.14 28,741,873.55
Deposits - 9,024,246.78
Disbursements - (9,037,486.88)
Unrealized Gain/Loss - -
Ending Balance - 2/28/2026 28,728,633.45 1,362.14
02/28/26
Treasurer's Report
City of Artesia

GENERAL FUND
(100)

SUMMER LUNCH
PROGRAM (150)
Cash Balance 16,267,472.30 5,912.47
Receivables 992,670.86 -
Prepaid Expenses 37,243.51 -
Investment Appreciation (20,648.28) -
Liabilities & Deposits (1,291,464.63) -
FUND BALANCE 5,912.47 15,985,273.76

SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS

ARTESIA

HOUSING
AUTHORITY (200)

AJ PARK
EXPANSION (205)

BICYCLE /

PEDESTRIAN
FUND (210)
Cash Balance 729,587.74 (193,538.03) 17,683.81
Receivables - -
Liabilities (61,895.00) - -
FUND BALANCE (193,538.03) 667,692.74 17,683.81
PUBLIC

EDUCATION IN

GOVERNMENT
(215)

BILLBOARD
FUND (220)

CNRA SPECIFIED
GRANT (225)
Cash Balance (30,123.48) 565,025.35 (619,662.98)
Receivables - 2,238,681.62 -
Liabilities - (2,115,486.87) -
FUND BALANCE 688,220.10 (30,123.48) (619,662.98)

HOUSING
URBAN

DEVELOPMENT
(227)

CALIFORNIA

BEVERAGE

RECYCLING
(230)
YOUTH

ACTIVITIES
LEAGUE (235)
Cash Balance 16,485.83 5,773.23 (153,759.63)
Receivables - - -
Liabilities - - -
Ending Balance - 1/31/2026 5,773.23 16,485.83 (153,759.63) City of Artesia
Comparison of Cash Balances to Fund Balance
02/28/26
City of Artesia
Comparison of Cash Balances to Fund Balance
02/28/26
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS (continued)

CITIZEN OPTION

FOR PUBLIC
SAFETY (240)

PAID PARKING
(245)

CLEAN AIR FUEL

BUS GRANT
(250)
Cash Balance 422,883.96 348,799.09 (10,547.50)
Receivables - - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE 348,799.09 422,883.96 (10,547.50)

COMMUNITY

FACILITY
DISTRICT (260)

COMMUNITY

DEVELOPMENT

BLOCK GRANT
(270)

CALIFORNIA

STREET GRANTS
(280)
Cash Balance 104,300.39 (26,329.65) 553,018.75
Receivables - - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE (26,329.65) 104,300.39 553,018.75

FEDERAL STPL
(290)

TRANSPORTN

PLANNING
GRANT (295)
MAP 21
EXCHANGE (310)
Cash Balance 72,940.60 (44,114.74) 201,425.53
Receivables - - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE (44,114.74) 72,940.60 201,425.53

MEASURE M
(320)

MEASURE R
(330)

TOD PLANNING
GRANT (340)
Cash Balance 1,505,491.33 849,963.32 (40,651.95)
Receivables - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE 849,963.32 1,505,491.33 (40,651.95)
City of Artesia
Comparison of Cash Balances to Fund Balance
02/28/26
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS (continued)

COUNTY PARK

IMPROVEMENT
(350)

PROPOSITION A
FUND (360)

PROPOSITION C
FUND (370)
Cash Balance 992,081.04 418,646.21 779,429.22
Receivables 27,436.72 2,773.00 -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE 421,419.21 1,019,517.76 779,429.22
SB1 RMRA (375)
SB 1383
GIVEAWAY (377)

SOUTH COAST

AIR QUALITY
MGMT DIST (390)
Cash Balance 1,378,631.02 69,854.18 306,582.12
Receivables - - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE 69,854.18 1,378,631.02 306,582.12

SAFE ROUTE TO
SCHOOL (400)

SHERIFF

FORFEITURES &
SEIZURES (410)

STATE GAS TAX
(420)
Cash Balance (0.32) 447.20 (152,947.96)
Receivables - - 4,074.00
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE 447.20 (0.32) (148,873.96)

HOME STAY
PROGRAM (430)
STREET

LIGHTING

MAINTENANCE
FUND (440)

TRAFFIC

CONGESTION
RELIEF (450)
Cash Balance 3,546.95 47,234.90 22,891.39
Receivables - - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE 47,234.90 3,546.95 22,891.39
City of Artesia
Comparison of Cash Balances to Fund Balance
02/28/26
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS (continued)

CAL FIRE URBAN
GRANT (460)

DEVELOPMENT

IMPACT FEES
(470)

MEASURE W
(480)
Cash Balance (87,698.97) 2,097,699.91 764,142.31
Receivables - - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE 2,097,699.91 (87,698.97) 764,142.31

RECYCLED OIL
(490)
Cash Balance 2,657.44
Receivables -
Liabilities -
FUND BALANCE 2,657.44

CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS

SPECIAL /

CAPITAL

PROJECT FUND
(500)

PIONEER BOND
PROJECT (510)

HISTORICAL

DISTRICT BOND
PROJECT (520)
Cash Balance (180,302.92) 315,071.10 583,558.09
Receivables 16,084.06 - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE 315,071.10 (164,218.86) 583,558.09
City of Artesia
Comparison of Cash Balances to Fund Balance
02/28/26

AGENCY FUNDS

TRUST AND
AGENCY (710)
SENIOR
CITIZENS (720)
GEORGE
NELSON

MEMORIAL FUND
(740)
Cash Balance (30,923.12) 6,271.99 2,243.57
Receivables - - -
Liabilities 30,923.12 (6,271.99) (2,243.57)

FUND BALANCE - - -

TOTAL ALL FUNDS
Cash Balance 27,887,151.09
Receivables 3,281,720.26
Fixed Assets, net -
Prepaid Expenses 37,243.51
Investment Appreciation (20,648.28)
Liabilities (3,446,438.94)
FUND BALANCE 27,739,027.64

SUCCESSOR AGENCY FUNDS

SUCCESSOR

AGENCY ADMIN
PROJECTS (800)

SUCCESSOR

AGENCY TAX

INCREMENT
(810)

REDEVELPMT

OBLIGATION

RETIREMENT
FUND (820)
Cash Balance - (258,890.81) 1,100,373.17
Cash with Fiscal Agent - 811.78 -
Liabilities - (43,156.73) -
Bonds Payable - (11,602,520.00) -
FUND BALANCE (11,903,755.76) - 1,100,373.17

TOTAL SUCCESSOR FUNDS
Cash Balance 841,482.36
Cash with Fiscal Agent 811.78
Liabilities (43,156.73)
Bonds Payable (11,602,520.00)
FUND BALANCE (10,803,382.59)
Annual
COUPON YIELD@ Projected Weight
CUSIP # Date Date** COST # Interest
Money Market Funds + (Cash on Hand)
c First American Government Oblig F31846V203 Various Demand N/A 3.660% $49,672.86 49,672.86 49,672.86 1,818.03 0.008 Subtotal $49,672.86 49,672.86 49,672.86 1,818.03 0.008
Government Securities:

UNITED STATES TREASURY 912828Y95 2/27/2025 7/31/2026 1.875% 1.900% 730,000.00 707,244.53 723,751.20 13,687.50 0.120 UNITED STATES TREASURY 912828Z94 2/27/2025 2/15/2030 1.500% 1.640% 750,000.00 661,435.55 688,507.50 11,250.00 0.123 UNITED STATES TREASURY 91282CDK4 2/27/2025 11/30/2026 1.250% 1.280% 650,000.00 618,667.97 637,708.50 8,125.00 0.106 UNITED STATES TREASURY 91282CFB2 2/27/2025 7/31/2027 2.750% 2.790% 750,000.00 726,708.98 741,532.50 20,625.00 0.123 UNITED STATES TREASURY 91282CFT3 2/27/2025 10/31/2029 4.000% 3.950% 750,000.00 745,400.39 757,822.50 30,000.00 0.123 UNITED STATES TREASURY 91282CJW2 10/30/2025 1/31/2029 4.000% 3.950% 750,000.00 760,722.66 758,205.00 30,000.00 0.123 UNITED STATES TREASURY 91282CPA3 10/30/2025 9/30/2030 3.625% 3.640% 830,000.00 830,129.69 824,422.40 30,087.50 0.136 UNITED STATES TREASURY 91282CPW5 2/17/2026 1/31/2031 3.750% 3.710% 1,000,000.00 1,004,179.69 1,010,160.00 37,500.00 0.164 Subtotal 6,054,489.46 6,210,000.00 6,142,109.60 181,275.00 1.017 Investment PAR MARKET*
Schedule of Investments
City of Artesia
February 28, 2026

PURCHASE MATURITY V A L U E

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 9D.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: AB 1234 Reporting
FROM: Christina Nieto-Linares, Administrative Secretary REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the report.

BACKGROUND:

AB 1234, became effective January 1, 2006. This bill requires a local agency that provides reimbursement for expenses to members of its legislative body to adopt a written policy on the duties for which legislative body members may receive compensation, other than meetings of the legislative body or an advisory body or attendance at a conference or organized educational activity. Resolution No. 24-2970 outlines the City’s Expense Reimbursement and Travel Policy.

STATEMENT OF FACT:

Councilmember Event
Benefit of Expenditure to the
Residents
Ali Sajjad Taj ABCUSD State of Our Schools
Luncheon 3/13
Attending City, community, regional
and other events
Rene Trevino ABCUSD State of Our Schools
Luncheon 3/13
Attending City, community, regional
and other events
Melissa Ramoso N/A N/A
Monica Manalo N/A N/A
Zeel Ahir ABCUSD State of Our Schools
Luncheon 3/13
Attending City, community, regional
and other events
Additionally, Council is provided automobile reimbursement in the amount of a flat $150 per month amount as authorized in the Resolution 24-2970, which outlines the Expense Reimbursement and Travel Policy FISCAL IMPACT:

The reported expenditures are in compliance with AB 1234, the City travel policy, and have been budgeted.

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

It is recommended that the City Council receive and file report.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 9E.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: City Council Meeting Minutes
FROM: Jennifer Alderete, City Clerk
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council approve minutes as presented for the following City Council meetings:

February 9, 2026 - Regular Meeting
February 19, 2026 - Special Meeting
February 23, 2026 - Special Meeting
BACKGROUND:

The attached action minutes serve as the official record of the City Council meetings, recording the legislative body’s decisions, recorded in its motions, actions, and votes, as mandated by Government Code 36814 and 40801.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with approval of this item.

Attachments
2-9-26 Regular CC Meeting Minutes.pdf
2-19-26 Special CC Meeting Minutes.pdf
2-23-26 Special CC Meeting Minutes.pdf
Artesia City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Monday, February 9, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.

City Council Chambers
18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA 90701

1. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Trevino called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.

2. ROLL CALL

Present: Mayor Trevino, Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso, and Councilmember Manalo.

Absent: Councilmembers Taj and Ahir.

Staff Present: City Manager Avalos, Deputy City Manager Burke, Finance Manager Murguia, City Attorney Nguyen, City Clerk Alderete, Community Development Director Bollier, Parks & Recreation Manager Guerra, Special Projects Manager Lee, Management Analyst Zambrano, and Contract Planning Bashmakian.

3. INVOCATION
Rob Golding from First Christian Reformed Church, delivered the invocation.

4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Sergeant Ramos, led the pledge of allegiance.

5. PUBLIC COMMENTS
5A. Public Comments Public comments could be provided, in person or submitted by email to [email protected] by 12:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting. Bridgett Martinez provided public comments for items not listed on the agenda.

6. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Mayor Trevino, Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso, and Councilmember Manalo asked questions and/or provided comments.

Councilmember Manalo attended the Council of Government meeting on Wednesday, February 4th.

Mayor Trevino welcomed the community to the meeting. He expressed concern over the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors' decision to increase the sales tax by 0.50% and encouraged residents to contact their local board member. Mayor Trevino attended the Annual United States Mayor Conference in Washington, D.C. at public expense.

7. CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
7A. Ross Band Certificates of Recognition
A Certificate of Recognition was presented to Ross Middle School Band and Band Director David Lopez. Principal Silvas provided comments. 7B. Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Certificates of Recognition A Certificate of Recognition was presented to Deputy Ruvalcaba and Deputy Valdez.
7C. Gateway Cities Energy Action Award Presentation
Gateway Cities Executive Director Hector De La Torre presented the Council with the Gold Award for Energy Action.
7D. Black History Month Proclamation
A proclamation for Black History Month was presented by the Council.

8. BUSINESS PRESENTATIONS
8A. Los Angeles County Sanitation District Prop. 218 Rate Increase Update Los Angeles County Sanitation District’s Deputy Assistant Chief Engineer Matt Eaton provided updates.
8B. ABC Unified School District Update
ABC Unified School District Clerk of the Board Leticia Mendoza provided updates.

Mayor Trevino, Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso, and Councilmember Manalo asked questions and/or provided comments.

9. CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Manalo moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso, to approve consent calendar items 9A-9I.

Motion carried, 3-0-2, with Councilmembers Taj and Ahir absent. 9A. Waive Reading of All Ordinance and Resolutions Adoptions on the Agenda and Read by Title Only
Recommendation: Waive Reading, by Title Only, of all Ordinances and Resolutions.

Said Ordinances and Resolutions Which Appear on the Public Agenda Shall Be Determined to Have Been Read by Title and Further Reading Waived. 9B. Accounts Payable Check Register – January 2026
Recommendation: Receive and File.
9C. City Financial Report – December 2025
Recommendation: Receive and File.
9D. AB 1234 Reporting
Recommendation: Receive and File.
9E. City Council Meeting Minutes
Recommendation: Approve Minutes as Presented for December 8, 2025 - Regular and Special Meetings, and December 15, 2025 – Regular and Special Meetings. 9F. Second Reading and Consideration of Ordinance Amending the Artesia Municipal Code Relating to the Mixed Use Overlay
Recommendation: Adopt Ordinance No. 26-980, Amending Sections of Title 48 (Mixed-Use Overlay Zone) of Chapter 2 (Zoning) of Title 9 (Planning and Zoning) of the Artesia Municipal Code and Finding the Ordinance Exempt From CEQA Pursuant To State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3); And find the Ordinance Exempt From CEQA Pursuant to Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).
9G. Legislative Platform for Calendar Year 2026
Recommendation: Approve the Legislative Platform for Calendar Year 2026. 9H. First Amendment to Agreement With Complete Paperless Solutions, LLC.

Recommendation: Approve, and Authorize the City Manager To Execute, the First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement With Complete Paperless Solutions, LLC Extending the the Term to June 30, 2026 and Increasing the Total Contract to an Amount Not To Exceed $170,000 Over the Two-Year Period. 9I. Large Event Facility Use Permit for Dinesh Shah to Hold a Holi Festival on Saturday, March 8, 2026 at Artesia Park
Recommendation: Approve the Issuance of a Large Event Facility Use Permit.

10. PUBLIC HEARING
10A. Introduction of an Ordnance to Establish Temporary Outdoor Lighting Regulations
Recommendation: Waive Full Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 26-981, Adding Section 9- 2.1250 to Title 9 of the Artesia Municipal Code Establishing Regulations and Standards for the Use of Temporary Outdoor Lighting in Residential Zones; And Determining the Ordinance To Be Exempt From CEQA; And Find That That This Action Is Exempt From the Requirements of CEQA Pursuant to Sections 15378(b)(5), and 15061(b)(3).

Community Development Director Bollier provided staff report. Mayor Trevino, Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso, and Councilmember Manalo asked questions and/or provided comments. Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing. No public comments were provided. Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing.

Councilmember Manalo moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso to approve agenda item 10A, as recommended.

Motion carried, 3-0-2, with Councilmembers Taj and Ahir absent. 10B. 2021-2029 6th Cycle Housing Element Update
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 26-3075, Adopting the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update to the City of Artesia General Plan, and Approving Findings Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act in Connection Therewith (Case No. 2021- 19); Make a Determination of Exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) Pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines; And Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to make minor, non-substantive modifications to the City’s 6th Cycle Housing Element as required by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for purposes of State law compliance.

City Manager Avalos introduced the item. Sagecrest Contract Planner Bashmakian provided staff report. Mayor Trevino, Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso, and Councilmember Manalo asked questions and/or provided comments. Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing. No public comments were provided. Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing.

Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso moved, seconded by Councilmember Manalo to approve agenda item 10B, as recommended.

Motion carried, 3-0-2, with Councilmembers Taj and Ahir absent. 10C. Second Reading and Consideration of Ordinance Regarding Updating Los Angeles County Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire, Mechanical, Residential Codes, and Green Building Standards
Recommendation: Adopt Ordinance No. 26-979, Adopting by Reference Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Building Code; Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Electrical Code; Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Plumbing Code; Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Mechanical Code; Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Residential Code; Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Green Building Standards Code; Title 32 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Fire Code; Title 33 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Existing Building Code Together With Certain Amendments, Deletions and Additions, Including Findings, Fees and Penalties; And Amending the Artesia Municipal Code; And Find the Ordinance Exempt from CEQA pursuant to Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) Community Development Director Bollier provided staff report. Mayor Trevino opened the public hearing. No public comments were provided. Mayor Trevino closed the public hearing.

Councilmember Manalo moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso to approve agenda item 10C, as recommended.

Motion carried, 3-0-2, with Councilmembers Taj and Ahir absent.

11. DISCUSSION
11A. Introduction of an Ordinance Amending the City's Fireworks Code Recommendation: Waive Full Reading and Introduce, Ordinance No. 28-982, Amending Chapter 2 (Fireworks) of Title 4 (Public Safety) Regarding Illegal Fireworks; Finding the Ordinance is Exempt from CEQA Per State CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060 and 15061; And Approve the Proposed Administrative Fines for Fireworks Violations and Direct Staff to Prepare a Resolution to Adopt the Fines.

City Manager Avalos introduced the item. Deputy City Manager Burke provided staff report. City Attorney Nguyen provided input. Mayor Trevino, Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso, and Councilmember Manalo asked questions and/or provided comments.

Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso moved, seconded by Councilmember Manalo, to approve agenda item 11A, as recommended.

Motion carried, 3-0-2, with Councilmembers Taj and Ahir absent. 11B. Goods Purchase Agreement with Romtec, Inc. for a Pre-Engineered Restroom Building Kit for Artesia Park in the Amount of $307,511.43 Recommendation: Approve the Good Purchase Agreement and With Romtec Inc.,and Authorize the City Manager To Execute on Behalf of the City Council.

Parks and Recreation Manager Guerra provided staff report. Mayor Trevino and Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso asked questions and/or provided comments.

Mayor Trevino moved, seconded by Councilmember Manalo, to approve agenda item 11B, as recommended.

Motion carried, 3-0-2, with Councilmembers Taj and Ahir absent. 11C. Consideration of a Financial Plan and Approving a Mid-Year Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26
Recommendation: Approve the Proposed Mid-Year Budget Adjustments Finance Manager Murguia provided staff report. Councilmember Manalo left the meeting. City Attorney Nguyen paused the meeting due to lack of quorum.

Councilmember Manalo returned. The meeting resumed. Mayor Trevino, Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso, and Councilmember Manalo asked questions and/or provided comments.

Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso moved, seconded by Councilmember Manalo, to approve agenda item 11C, as recommended.

Motion carried, 3-0-2, with Councilmembers Taj and Ahir absent.

12. CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Avalos provided updates.
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13. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Mayor Trevino asked questions and/or provided comments.

14. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 10:27 p.m. in memory of former City Engineer Tony Wong and Jesus Alejandro Valdez.

Artesia City Council Special Meeting Minutes
Thursday, February 19, 2026 – 6:30p.m.

Albert O. Little Community Center
18750 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA 90702

1. CALL TO ORDER SPECIAL MEETING
Mayor Trevino called the meeting to order at 6:39 p.m.

2. ROLL CALL

Present: Mayor Trevino, Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso, Councilmembers Taj, Manalo, and Ahir.

Staff Present: City Manager Avalos, Deputy City Manager Burke, Finance Manager Murguia, City Attorney Nguyen, City Clerk Alderete, Community Development Director Bollier, Public Works Manager Sanchez, Parks & Recreation Manager Guerra, and Special Projects Manager Lee.

3. TOWN HALL DISCUSSION

3.A. Town Hall Discussion
City Manager Avalos provided general descriptions of various departments and services provided to the community, including, but not limited to:
- Parks & Recreation
- Fiscal Services
- Community Development
- Administrative Services / Public Safety
Public comments could be provided, in person or submitted by email to [email protected] by 12:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting. Lorelei Bailey, Janice Morris, Brandon Reily, Leena Muntaz, Bill Zyistra, Carl Fonseca, Patricia Dixon, and Dan Rocha provided public comments. Two written comments were received by Vanda Barcelos and Sjoeke F. Sasbone. Residents expressed concerns for the following issues:
code violations – cars parking/blocking sidewalk, overgrown lawns, considering the naming of down town as Little India, additional stop and speeding signs, request for an informal town hall, restricting the amount of days fireworks can be set off, dirt on the metro-right-of-way walking path, ADU trash requirements and illegal dumping, and consideration of a vacancy tax.

4. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
4A. Councilmember Comments
Mayor Trevino, Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso, Councilmembers Taj, Manalo, and Ahir.

5. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 p.m.

Artesia City Council Special Meeting Minutes
Monday, February 23, 2026 - 5:30 p.m.

City Council Chambers
18750 Clarkdale Avenue Artesia, CA 90701

1. CALL TO ORDER SPECIAL MEETING
Mayor Trevino called the meeting to order at 5:34 p.m.

2. ROLL CALL

Present: Mayor Trevino, Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso, Councilmembers Taj, Manalo, and Ahir.

Staff Present: City Manager Avalos, Deputy City Manager Burke, Finance Manager Murguia City Clerk Alderete and City Attorney Nguyen.

3. ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public comments could be provided, in person or submitted by email to [email protected] by 12:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting. Lorelei Bailey provided public comment.

4. DISCUSSION
4A. Goal Setting Discussion Among Councilmembers Including, but Not Limited to the Following Topics:
- Capital Improvements
- Enhance Public Safety
- Expand City Offerings and Facilities
- City Staff Development
- Improve City Processes
Councilmember Taj moved, seconded by Councilmember Manalo to create an ad-hoc committee to create a communications plan and to appoint Councilmember Ahir and Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso to the committee.

Motion carried, 5-0
Mike Egan with Tripepi Smith led the discussion regarding goal setting. Council provided direction for staff to focus on:

1. Beautification and Code Enforcement

2. Public Safety

3. CIP Implementation

4. Staff Development

5. Communications Plan/Outreach

6. Economic Development

5. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS

6. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:24 p.m.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 9F.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Proclamations
FROM: Jennifer Alderete, City Clerk
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council approve the issuance of the following proclamations:

Arbor Day and Earth Day - April 2026
California Cities Week
Autism Awareness Month
FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with the approval of this item.

Attachments
April Proclamations.pdf
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 9G.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Second Reading and Consideration of Adoption of Ordinance Regarding the Levy of Special Taxes for Annexation No. 4
FROM: Jennifer Alderete, City Clerk
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council:

1. Adopt Ordinance No. 26-983, Authorizing the Levy of Special Taxes in a Community Facilities District, Including Certain Annexation Territory Identified as Annexation No. 4 Into City of Artesia, Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services))
BACKGROUND:

The City Council took action to waive further reading, and introduce Ordinance No. 26-983 on March 9, 2026.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There are no fiscal impact associated with the approval of this item.

Attachments
Ordinance 26-983.pdf
ORDINANCE NO. 26-983

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF ARTESIA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER
16 TO TITLE 8 OF THE ARTESIA MUNICIPAL CODE

RELATING TO NEW DEVELOPMENTS AND

ANNEXATION INTO FINANCING DISTRICTS AND
SETTING ALTERNATIVES AND EXEMPTIONS; AND

DETERMINING THE ORDINANCE TO BE EXEMPT

FROM CEQA
WHEREAS, the City of Artesia (“City”) is authorized under its police power to enact regulations to preserve the public health, safety, and welfare; WHEREAS, in 2017, the City established the City of Artesia, Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services), Los Angeles County, State of California (the “District”), pursuant to the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 (commencing with Gov. Code § 53311 et seq.) (the “Act”) in order to provide a method of funding specified services for the development occurring within the District and to pay all costs associated with forming the District; WHEREAS, pursuant to article 3.5 of the Act, the City may annex additional property to the District and the City has conducted annexations of additional property to the District subsequent to its formation;
WHEREAS, the District levies special taxes on parcels of taxable property therein for the purpose of providing quintessential and necessary public services including police, fire, ambulance, flood and storm protection, maintenance and lighting of parks, parkways, streets, roads, and open space (the “Services”). The City Council formed and approved the District through Resolution Nos. 17-2661, 17-2662, and 17-2663;
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to formalize a condition upon which all new residential development occurring within the City must annex into the District, or similar community facilities district to meet increased demands placed upon the City as a result of new development of real property;
WHEREAS, the proposed regulations provide that if a subject property does not annex into the District, for whatever reason, then alternatively, the property owner shall pay for the services that would have been covered by the District providing the Services at the rate and method of apportionment of special taxes approved in connection with the District;
WHEREAS, the Ordinance balances the City’s need to meet increased demands from new development and facilitate the production of affordable housing by applying to all new development but exempting deed restricted affordable housing, as specified;
WHEREAS, the Housing Accountability Act expressly allows a city to impose conditions of approval as long as the conditions do not render a project infeasible or reduce the project’s density. (Gov. Code, §§ 65589.5(d), (j)(1).) Formalizing a condition for new development to annex into the City’s District or otherwise provide an alternative funding plan would not render a development project infeasible or reduce any project’s density because such condition does not impact unit quantity, unit size, building height, setbacks, lot coverage or any other design feature. If a development is annexed into the District, then annual costs would not be borne by the property owner developing the property, but would be borne by the individual property owners who subsequently purchase each unit.

Additionally, any property receiving a welfare exemption pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code section 214(g) shall be exempt from the special tax of the District pursuant to Government Code section 53340(c); and
WHEREAS, on April 13, 2026, the City Council considered a staff report and public testimony regarding the proposed Ordinance, and all legal preconditions to the adoption of the Ordinance have occurred.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARTESIA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Recitals. The City Council hereby finds and determines that the Recitals above are true and correct and incorporated herein.

SECTION 2. CEQA. The City Council finds that this Ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because the Ordinance is not a CEQA “project” pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5), which provides that organizational and administrative activities of governments that will not result in physical environmental impacts are not CEQA projects, and here the proposed Ordinance establishes a funding mechanism for the City to provide certain operations and maintenance of the Services. Further, the City Council finds that State CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) exempts those activities for which it can be seen with certainty that there is no potential to result in significant environmental effects. The Ordinance has no potential to result in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly, as the Ordinance does not propose nor authorize any action that would have the potential to cause a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly. The City Council directs staff to file a notice of exemption within five days of the adoption of this Ordinance.

SECTION 3. Amendment. Chapter 16 is added to Title 8, “Building Regulations,” of the Artesia Municipal Code as set forth below:
“Chapter 16 COMMUNITY FACILITY DISTRICTS
§8-16.01 Establishing a New or Annexation Into An Existing Community Facilities District to Fund Services.
(a) Definitions. Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in this Chapter, those names or terms shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows, all other names or terms not listed shall have their ordinary meaning ascribed:
“Affordable Unit” shall mean any unit within a development that is subject to an executed, legally binding covenant, recorded against the subject property, guaranteeing the affordability of such unit to persons of low, very low, or moderate income for at least 35 years. An Affordable Unit includes, but is not limited to, any unit that is deed restricted affordable in accordance with applicable state housing law (e.g., Government Code, § 65915).. “Building Permit” shall mean an official, written document issued by the City of Artesia granting legal permission to start construction, reconstruction, or physical alteration of a structure.
“CFD No. 2017-1” shall mean the City of Artesia Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services), Los Angeles County, State of California. “Community Facilities District” shall mean a legally constituted governmental entity established pursuant to Chapter 2.5 of the Act for the sole purpose of financing facilities and Services.
“New Development” shall mean any residential development project requiring a building permit for the construction, reconstruction, or physical alteration of improved or unimproved real property.
“Rate and Method of Apportionment of Special Taxes” or “RMA” shall mean that certain document known as the “City of Artesia Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services) Rate and Method of Apportionment” for CFD No. 2017-1 or similar document for another Community Facilities District which defines how to calculate and allocate the maximum special taxes per parcel of taxable property.
“Services” shall mean the services as defined in section 53313 of the Act, including, but not limited to, police; fire and ambulance; flood and storm protection; maintenance and lighting of parks, parkways, streets, roads, and open space; and the maintenance and operation of any real property or other tangible property with an estimated useful life of five or more years that is owned by the City.
“The Act” shall mean the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, being Chapter 2.5 of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5 of the California Government Code, commencing with section 53311 et seq., as amended. (b) Purpose and Intent. It is the purpose of this Chapter to establish regulations and standards that all New Development occurring in the City mitigate its impacts on the City’s Services including, without limitation, police, fire, ambulance, flood and storm protection, maintenance and lighting of parks, parkways, streets, roads, and open space by providing a funding mechanism to provide Services, whether they are increases to existing Services or new Services to be provided.
(c) New Development. As a condition to the issuance of a Building Permit for any New Development occurring in the City for which a Building Permit is required, the owner of land for which such Building Permit is sought shall be required to annex the real property for which the permit is sought into CFD No. 2017-1 or other Community Facilities District in existence at the time of Building Permit application, or, at the property owner’s election, the property owner shall establish a new Community Facilities District for the purpose of funding the costs of providing the Services.
(d) If a property proposed for New Development is not successfully annexed into CFD No. 2017-1 or another existing Community Facilities District, or is otherwise not included in a Community Facilities District providing Services, or the property owner elects not to join any Community Facilities District, then the property owner shall, at the time of applying for a Building Permit, provide payment for the Services that would have been covered by a Community Facilities District at the Rate and Method of Apportionment of Special Taxes approved in connection with the formation of the respective Community Facilities District for the duration of 75 years. (e) Subsections (b) through (d) do not apply to any of the following:
(1) The construction, reconstruction, or physical alteration of any existing structure or portion thereof in which the final floor area does not exceed the floor area existing prior to such construction, reconstruction, or physical alteration, unless such property is being converted from a non-residential property use into a residential property use. In such event of a property being converted from a non-residential property use into a residential property use, the converted property shall be subject to the provisions of this Chapter and the requirement to provide funding for the Services.
(2) Any Affordable Unit. However, if a unit ceases to be an Affordable Unit, as defined herein, then the unit will be subject to a Community Facilities District or applicable payment.
(3) The development of an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) or junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU) pursuant to Government Code section 66310 et seq. and Article 45 of Title 9 of this Code.
(4) Any non-residential property. For purposes of this section, nonresidential property shall include but not be limited to all property classified as transient property such as hotels and motels.
(5) Any property that has received a welfare exemption under subdivision (g) of Section 214 of the Revenue and Taxation Code pursuant to Government Code section 53340(c).”
SECTION 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective 30 days following its adoption.

SECTION 5. Severability. Should any provision of this Ordinance, or its application to any person or circumstance, be determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to be unlawful, unenforceable or otherwise void, that determination shall have no effect on any other provision of this Ordinance or the application of this Ordinance to any other person or circumstance, and, to that end, the provisions hereof are severable. The City Council of the City of Artesia declares that it would have adopted all the provisions of this Ordinance that remain valid if any provisions of this ordinance are declared invalid.

SECTION 6. Adoption, Certification, and Publication. The City Clerk of the City of Artesia shall certify the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same, or a summary thereof, to be published and/or posted in the manner required by law.

SECTION 7. Record of Proceedings. The documents and materials associated with this Ordinance that constitute the record of proceedings on which these findings are based are located at 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, California, 90701. The City Clerk is the custodian of the record of proceedings.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the Artesia, California, at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 11th day of May, 2026 by the following vote:
______________________________

RENE TREVINO, MAYOR
ATTEST:
__________________________________

JENNIFER ALDERETE, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
__________________________________

BEST BEST & KRIEGER, CITY ATTORNEY

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 9H.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Resolution Regarding a Statement of Investment Policy FROM: Jamie Murguia, Finance Manager
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council Adopt Resolution No. 26-3080, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Artesia, California, Approving a Statement of Investment Policy, and Repealing Resolution No. 25-3052.

BACKGROUND:

On January 9, 2025, as part of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget adoption, the City Council approved Resolution No. 25-3052, adopting the Statement of Investment Policy. This policy has since guided the City Treasurer in managing the City of Artesia's ("City") investments. The City's current investments, as of the publication of this report, total $28.64 million. These funds are allocated across a diversified set of investments designed to generate both shortterm gains and long-term returns. Since the adoption of Resolution No. 25-3052, there have been legislative changes that impact the investment of public funds. Staff took these updates to the Finance Committee on March 6, 2026.

ANALYSIS:

Senate Bill 858 (SB 858) and Senate Bill 595 (SB 595), effective January 1, 2026, made a series of minor yet meaningful reforms to laws governing investment of public funds. SB 858 amends the California Government Code by increasing the allowable maturity period for commercial paper investments from 270 days to 397 days. This change provides local agencies with additional flexibility in managing short-term investments. SB 595 addressed fiscal transparency and investment flexibility for local agencies. Related to the investment of public funds, SB 595 amends the California Government Code to extend the sunset date on previous Code changes, from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2031. Further, the bill increases the maximum maturity for eligible commercial paper from 270 days to 397 days, aligning state law more closely with federal standards and expanding short term investment flexibility.

The City's Investment Advisor, Academy Asset Management, reviewed the legal updates and found tangible opportunities to increase yield within the City's long-term investment portfolio. With the adoption of Resolution No. 26-3080, the City's Investment Policy will be updated to incorporate these legal updates, allowing the Treasurer to pursue further diversification of the portfolio. Following a presentation by Academy Asset Management, and discussion with the Committee and Staff, the Finance Committee recommended the changes be brought to the City Council for adoption.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with the adoption of Resolution No. 26-3080. It is anticipated that there may be a positive pickup in yield on investments with the diversification of the investment portfolio once implemented.

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Staff recommends that the City Council Adopt Resolution No. 26-3080, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Artesia, California, Approving a Statement of Investment Policy, and Repealing Resolution No. 25-3052.

Attachments
Resolution 26-3080 FY 2025-26.pdf
Exhibit A - Resolution 26-3080.pdf
Exhibit A - Resolution 26-3080 redline.pdf
1 RESOLUTION NO. 26-3080

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

ARTESIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A STATEMENT OF

INVESTMENT POLICY, AND REPEALING RESOLUTION
NO. 25-3052
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 53601 provides that all local agencies are subject to the reporting, fund management and investment policy requirements; WHEREAS, the City Council desires to revise and update the Statement of Investment Policy; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to establish the best practice of reviewing and adopting, annually, a Statement of Investment Policy.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Artesia does hereby find, order and resolve as follows:

SECTION 1. The Statement of Investment Policy, attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein, is adopted as the Statement of Investment Policy of the City of Artesia, and the Statement of Investment Policy adopted via Resolution 25-3052 is hereby repealed.

SECTION 2. The City Treasurer shall comply with the Statement of Investment Policy of the City of Artesia adopted by this Resolution.

SECTION 3. In accordance with the authority granted by Artesia Municipal Code – Title 2, Chapter 4, Article 7, the City Treasurer shall assume full responsibility for the decisions and transactions involving the investment and reinvestment of City funds, the sale or exchange of security so purchased and the management of City funds and securities until such time as this delegation of authority is revoked.

SECTION 4. The City Treasurer shall report to the City Council, the City Manager and the City's Auditor as required by the Statement of Investment Policy and all applicable laws.

SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 13th day of April, 2026. _______________________________

RENE TREVINO, MAYOR
ATTEST:
2 ______________________________

JENNIFER ALDERETE, CITY CLERK
APPROVED TO FORM:
______________________________

BEST BEST & KRIEGER, CITY ATTORNEY
REVISED by Resolution No. 26-3080 on April 13, 2026

CITY OF ARTESIA

STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
Fiscal Year 2025-26

1. POLICY:

This statement is intended to provide guidelines for the prudent investment of the temporarily idle cash of the City of Artesia (City) and outline the policies for maximizing the efficiency of the City's cash management system. The City of Artesia shall invest public funds in such a manner as to comply with state and local laws; ensure prudent money management; provide for daily cash flow requirements; and meet the objectives of the Policy, in priority order of Safety, Liquidity and Return on investment.

2. SCOPE:

This investment policy applies to all financial assets and investment activities of the City, except for proceeds of debt issuance. Debt proceeds shall be invested in accordance with the "Permitted Investments" and/or investment provisions for each specific bond indenture and/or bond document.

The Policy applies to the following funds, and is accounted for in the City's annual audited financial statements.

A. General Fund
B. Special Revenue Funds
C. Debt Service Funds
D. Capital Improvement Funds
E. Enterprise Funds
F. Internal Service Funds
G. Successor Agency Funds
H. Any joint powers authority funds.

3. STANDARDS OF PRUDENCE:

The City Treasurer authorized to make investment decisions on behalf of the City of Artesia investing public funds pursuant to this policy is a trustee, and therefore a fiduciary subject to the prudent investor standard. When investing, reinvesting, purchasing, acquiring, exchanging, selling, and managing public funds, the City Treasurer shall act with care, skill, prudence, and diligence under the circumstances then prevailing, that a prudent person acting in a like capacity and familiarity with those matters would use in the conduct of funds of a like character and with like aims, to safeguard the principal and maintain the liquidity needs of the agency. Within the limitations of thissection and considering individual investments as part of an overallstrategy, the City Treasurer is authorized to acquire investments as authorized by law.

4. INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES:

When investing, reinvesting, purchasing, acquiring, exchanging, selling, and managing public funds, the primary objective of the City Treasurer shall be to safeguard the principal of the funds under its control. The secondary objective shall be to meet the liquidity needs of the City. The third objective shall be to achieve a market average rate of return consistent with the primary objectives of safety and

EXHIBIT A
REVISED by Resolution No. 26-3080 on April 13, 2026
liquidity, throughout budgetary and economic cycles. At no time should safety or liquidity be compromised in exchange for higher yields.

1. Safety: Safety of principal is the foremost objective of the investment program. Investments of the City of Artesia shall be undertaken in a manner that seeks to ensure the preservation of capital in the overall portfolio. To attain this objective, the City Treasurer will diversify its investments by investing funds among a variety of securities with independent returns.

2. Liquidity: The City’s investment portfolio will remain sufficiently liquid to enable the City of Artesia to meet all operating requirements which might be reasonably anticipated.

3. Return on Investments: The City's investment portfolio shall be designed with the objective of obtaining a reasonable and competitive market rate of return taking into consideration risk constraints, prudent investment principles, and the cash flow characteristics of the portfolio.

5. AUTHORITY:

The authority to invest City funds is vested in the City Treasurer in accordance with Artesia Municipal Code 2-4.305. All investment decisions and investment of funds shall be made in full compliance with this policy, the California Government Code Sections 53600 et. seq., and all other relevant state and federal requirements as well as any amendments or additions to such requirements.

Management responsibility for the investment of City funds is vested in the City Treasurer who shall prepare written procedures for the operation of the investment program and safekeeping of investment instruments consistent with this investment policy.

6. ETHICS AND CONFLICTS OF INTEREST:

Elected officials and employees of the City involved in the investment process shall refrain from personal business activity that could conflict with proper execution of the investment program, or which could impair their ability to make impartial decisions under the Political Reform Act and Government Code Section 1090 et seq. Elected officials and employees shall disclose to the City Manager any material interests in financial institutions that conduct business with the City, and they shall further disclose any personal investment position or financial asset that could be related to the performance of the City's investment program. Elected officials and employees shall subordinate their personal investment transactions to those of the City particularly with regard to the time of purchases and sales.

Any firm proposing to provide any type of investment service to the City shall acknowledge their familiarity with the provisions of the Political Reform Act, Government Code Section 81000 et seq. and CA Code of Regulations 18110 et seq. and the provisions limiting contractual conflicts of interest under Government Code Section 1090 et seq. Any firm proposing to provide any type of investment service to the City shall also acknowledge their familiarity with and agree to abide by any Federal or State law, regulation, rule or policy pertaining to or limiting campaign contributions by such firms, their employees, spouses or agents.

All persons, firms, broker/dealers, financial institutions and advisors providing investment services or bond issue assistance shall disclose to the City Manager and the Treasurer all fee sharing,fee-splitting and commission arrangements with other entities or persons prior to the City REVISED by Resolution No. 26-3080 on April 13, 2026
agreeing to buy an investment or issue bonds.

7. AUTHORIZED FINANCIAL DEALERS AND INSTITUTIONS:

The City Treasurer, or the City’s designated Investment Manager, shall select all security dealers and depositories subject to City Council approval. The City shall conduct its investment transactions with several competing, reputable security broker/dealers. The selection process shall focus on financial viability, knowledge, experience, and ethics in the fixed-income securities industry. The City Treasurer, or the City’s designated Investment Manager, will maintain a list and a written agreement with financial institutions authorized to provide investment services subject toCityCouncil approval.

Allfinancial institutions and broker/dealers who desire to become qualified bidders for investment transactions must supply the City Treasurer, or the City’s designated Investment Manager, with the following: audited financial statements, proof of National Association of Security Dealers certification, proof of state registration, completed broker/dealer questionnaire, and certification of having read the City's investment policy and depository contracts. The City Treasurer, or the City’s designated Investment Manager, will conduct an annual review of the financial condition and registrations of qualified bidders.

8. AUTHORIZED AND SUITABLE INVESTMENTS:

Authorized and suitable investments shall mean and include any of the following securities to the extent the same are permitted by applicable federal and state code:

Direct Obligations of the United States of America, specifically U.S. Treasury bills and notes.

There are no portfolio percentage limits for Direct Obligations of the United States of America.

Direct Obligations of the U.S. Government Agencies, guaranteed directly or indirectly by the United States government and/or directly or indirectly by any of the following: Banks for Cooperatives, Federal Intermediate Credit Banks, Federal Home Loan Bank System, Export-Import Bank of the United States, Federal Financing Banks, Federal Land Banks, Federal Farm Credit Bank, Government National Mortgage Association, Farmers Home Administration, Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, Federal National Mortgage Association, Federal Housing Administration, Student Loan Marketing Association, and the Resolution Funding Corporation. There are no portfolio percentage limits for Direct Obligations of the U.S. Government Agencies.

Certificates of Deposit which are federally insured or fully collateralized by permitted investments as defined herein; issued by institutions which are either a nationally or state-chartered bank, a savings association or a federal association (as defined by Section 5102 of the Financial Code), a state or federal credit union, or by a federally licensed or state-licensed branch of a foreign bank No more than 30% of the City’s portfolio may be invested in Certificates of Deposit.

Guaranteed Investment Contracts that meet the requirements of City / Successor Agency/joint powers authority bond documents may be utilized for the investment of those specific bond proceeds.

Banker's Acceptances which are issued by banks with a rating of "A" or higher by Standard and Poor's or Moody's at the time of investment, and do not exceed 180 days maturity. No more than 10% REVISED by Resolution No. 26-3080 on April 13, 2026
of the City’s portfolio may be invested in Banker's Acceptances.

Commercial Paper of “prime” quality of the highest ranking or of the highest letter and number rating as provided for by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization (NRSRO). Eligible Commercial Paper shall have a maximum maturity of 397 days or less. No more than 25% of the City’s portfolio may be invested in Commercial Paper.

Medium-Term Notes defined as all corporate and depository institution debt securities with a maximum remaining maturity of five years or less, issued by corporations organized and operating within the United States or by depository institutions licensed by the United States or any state and operating within the United States. Notes eligible for investment under this subdivision shall be rated in a rating category of “A” or its equivalent or better by an NRSRO. No more than 30% of the City’s portfolio may be invested in Medium-Term Notes.

Mortgage Passthrough Security, collateralized mortgage obligation, mortgage-backed or other paythrough bond, equipment lease-backed certificate, consumer receivable passthrough certificate, or consumer receivable-backed bond. (2) For securities eligible for investment under this subdivision not issued or guaranteed by an agency or issuer identified in subdivision (b) or (f) of Government Code Section 53601, the following limitations apply: (A) The security shall be rated in a rating category of “AA” or its equivalent or better by an NRSRO and have a maximum remaining maturity of five years or less. (B) Purchase of securities authorized by this paragraph shall not exceed 20% of the City’s portfolio.

Repurchase Agreements with any federally insured state or national bank of primary government bond dealer on the Federal Reserve reporting dealer list. All repurchase agreements must be covered by a master repurchase agreement. The term of such repurchase agreement may not exceed two weeks.

The repurchase agreement must be 102% collateralized by U.S. Treasury securities that are free and clear of any third­ party lien or claim. The collateral must be delivered to the custodian or third party acting as agent for the City. No more than 10% of the City’s portfolio may be invested in Repurchase Agreements.

Government Pools
Government sponsored investment pools (Pools) are permitted under California Government Code Section 53601 et seq. and an excellent short-term investment option for cash management facilities.

These pools can provide safety, liquidity, and yield in a single diversified investment. However, thoughtful investigation and due diligence are required, both initially at time of purchase, and ongoing analysis to determine that the investment pool is being managed in a manner consistent with the objective of the Policy. The following guidelines include, but are not limited to:

A) Shall have attained the highest ranking or the highest letter and numericalrating provided by not less than two nationally recognized statistical rating organizations.

B) The Pools mark to market weekly at a minimum.

C) The Pool provides comprehensive, timely monthly reports which include detailed transaction listings, reports realized and unrealized gains and losses, provides accurate market values for each security, provides quality rating for individualsecurities, takes delivery DVP, providesthird party safekeeping of all investments, and for whom an audit is conducted annually by an independent auditor with no relationship to the Pool.

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There is no portfolio percentage limit for Government Pools.

State of California's Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) Investment in LAIF may not exceed the current LAIF limit and should be reviewed periodically.

Los Angeles County Pool
Investment in the Los Angeles County Pool may not exceed the current pool limits and should be reviewed periodically.

California Asset Management Program (CAMP)
Investment in CAMP may not exceed the current pool limits and should be reviewed periodically.

California Cooperative Liquid Assets Securities System (CLASS) Investment in California CLASS may not exceed the current pool limits and should be reviewed periodically.

Government Securities Money Market Fund(s) which invest only in U.S. Government Securities, and the net asset value is stabilized at one dollar. The fund shall have the highest ranking orthe highest letter and numerical rating by not less than two of the three largest nationally recognized rating services. No more than 10% of the City’s portfolio may be invested in Government Securities Money Market Fund(s).

Sweep Accounts in a banking institution at which the City currently does business may be utilized for the temporary placement of funds. Such placement of funds is intended to be for a temporary period, not to exceed seven days. It is acknowledged that the individual investment instruments which comprise said sweep accounts may or may not conform to the City's Statement of Investment Policy.

Specifically excluded as investments are: reverse repurchase agreements; longer-term U.S. Treasury, Agency, and corporate bonds with maturities exceeding five years; mortgage-backed securities; leveraged investments; derivatives of any kind at any time; and other investments not permitted under applicable government codes.

9. DIVERSIFICATION OF INVESTMENTS:

It is the City's policy to minimize portfolio risk by diversifying maturity, sector, and class allocations.

Default risk shall be minimized by investing in an assortment of permitted investments as mentioned above. To minimize overall portfolio risk, the following not-to-exceed diversification goals shall guide the City's operating fund portfolio, based upon the portfolio structure at the time of purchase.

Percentage limitations stated below will be calculated and applied at the time of purchase of the investment instrument. Not-to-Exceed-Limits stated below apply to the par value of the investments not the market value. Such limits shall also bewithin any requirements of state law.

10. MONEY MARKET MUTUAL FUNDS
Money market mutual funds provide another safe, liquid and diversified investment option for the City's surplus capital: however, certain conditions need to be met both initially and on an ongoing basis. The money market may only invest in US Government securities permitted under this policy and under California Government Code Section 53601 et seq. with final stated maturities of one year orless "Government Money Market Funds."
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In order to be an eligible money market investment under this section, the primary objective of the money market, as stated in the fund's prospectus, is to maintain a constant $1.00 Net Asset Value (NAV). The following additional guidelines include, but are not limited to:

A) Only invests in US Government securities, and the weighted average maturity of the portfolio is less than 180 days.

B) The fund shall be registered with the SEC.

C) The fund shall have a minimum of $500 million in total asset size of portfolio at time of investment, and should not drop below this threshold.

D) The money market shall have attained the highest ranking or the highest letter and numerical rating provided by not less than two nationally recognized statistical rating organizations, and shall maintain these ratings for the duration of the investment.

11. COLLATERALIZATION:

All demand deposits, time deposits and repurchase agreements are to be fully collateralized with securities authorized by the California Government Code and the City. The eligible collateral for repurchase agreements must be those investments authorized by Section 53601 of the California Government Code. The Treasurer may specify the type of eligible collateral for use in repurchase agreements. Eligible collateral must be in book entry form. Collateral is valued at current market plus accrued interest through the date of valuation.

A) The cost value (book value) of collateral pledged for demand deposits must at all times be equal to or greater than the amount on deposit, plus accrued interest, in accordance with the following ratio:

U.S. Treasury Securities 110%
B) The cost value (book value) of collateral pledged for repurchase agreements must at all times be equal to or greater than the par amount, plus accrued interest, with the following ratios:

U.S. Treasury Securities 102%
U.S. Government Agencies 102%
Cash (in immediately available funds) 100%
It isthe policy ofthe City to require reports at least on a quarterly basisfrom institutions with which the Treasurer has pledged security interest. The Treasurer shall monitor the adequacy of collateralization to ensure that balances are collateralized in accordance with the ratios approved herein.

With regard to repurchase agreements, it is the policy of the City to initiate a margin call in the event pledged collateral falls below the appropriate ratio.

Collateralized investments and deposits often require substitution of collateral. Any broker or financial institution requesting substitution must contact the City through the City Treasurer, for approval in the event the counterparty to the transaction is not authorized under agreement with the City to make substitutions.

12. SAFEKEEPING AND CUSTODY:

REVISED by Resolution No. 26-3080 on April 13, 2026
The City Treasurer shall take possession of all of the City's investment securities pursuant to Government Code Section 53608 which, in pertinent part, provides as follows:
"A local agency purchasing or obtaining any securities prescribed in this section, in a negotiable, bearer, registered, or nonregistered format, shall require delivery of the securities to the local agency, including those purchased for the agency by financial advisors, consultants, or managers using the agency's funds, by book entry, physical delivery, or by third party custodial agreement. The transfer of securities to the counterpart bank's customer book entry account may be used for book entry delivery. For purposes of this section "counterparty" means the other party to the transaction. A counterparty bank's trust department or separate safekeeping department may be used for the physical delivery of the security if the security is held in the name of the local agency."

13. MAXIMUM MATURITIES:

The average dollar weighted maturity of the total portfolio shall not exceed 2 years. No investment shall have a maturity date in excess of 5 years from date of purchase without the approval of the City Council prior to any such transactions. No more than 35% of the total portfolio shall be invested in instruments with maturities beyond 3 years at the time of purchase, and no more than 20% of the total portfolio shall be invested in instruments with maturities beyond 4 years at the time of purchase.

Maturities shall be staggered to minimize liquidity risk and to enhance the stability of incoming cashflows. At least 10% of the portfolio shall be invested in instruments which can be liquidated on one day'snotice.

14. INTERNAL CONTROL:

The City Treasurer shall establish procedures that separate the internal responsibility for management and accounting of the investment portfolio. An analysis by an external independent auditor shall be conducted annually to review internal controls, account activity and compliance with policies and procedures.

15. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND EVALUATION:

Investment performance is continually monitored and evaluated by the City Treasurer. Investment portfolio reports are generated on a monthly basis and submitted to the City Manager and the City Council Finance Committee. The investment portfolio reports are to be submitted within 60 days of the end of the reporting period.

The portfolio shall be designed to attain a market average rate of return comparable to the average one year U.S. Constant Maturity Treasury (CMT).

An annual audit of the City's Investment Policy, practices, procedures and portfolio status will be conducted by an independent auditor. The auditor will provide the City Manager and City Council with written observations and recommendations regarding the adequacy of investment controls.

16. REPORTING:

The City Treasurer shall provide the City Council with monthly reports about the City's investments.

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These reports shall include, at a minimum, the following information for each type of investment held in the City's investment portfolio: the issuer; date of purchase; date of maturity; amount of investment; current market value; yield on investment; yield and total return on portfolio; income generated from investments; and a description of unusual investment activity or developments during the month for which the report is prepared.

The City Treasurer shall prepare such a report for each month. The City Treasurer shall deliver each monthly report to the Mayor and each City Council Member no later than sixty (60) calendar days after the close of the month for which each report is prepared.

In the event that an investment advisor is retained by the City Council, the investment advisor shall prepare and deliver a report for each month's investment activity as required herein to the City Treasurer in such time as to allow the City Treasurer to comply with the delivery times for each report required by this policy.

The City Treasurer may be relieved from that office in the event of any failure to comply with the reporting requirements of this policy.

17. INVESTMENT POLICY ADOPTION:

The City of Artesia Investment Policy shall be adopted by resolution of the City Council. The Policy shall be reviewed annually by the City Treasurer and the Council and any modifications made thereto must be approved by the City Council.

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CITY OF ARTESIA

STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
Fiscal Year 2025-26

1. POLICY:

This statement is intended to provide guidelines for the prudent investment of the temporarily idle cash of the City of Artesia (City) and outline the policies for maximizing the efficiency of the City's cash management system. The City of Artesia shall invest public funds in such a manner as to comply with state and local laws; ensure prudent money management; provide for daily cash flow requirements; and meet the objectives of the Policy, in priority order of Safety, Liquidity and Return on investment.

2. SCOPE:

This investment policy applies to all financial assets and investment activities of the City, except for proceeds of debt issuance. Debt proceeds shall be invested in accordance with the "Permitted Investments" and/or investment provisions for each specific bond indenture and/or bond document.

The Policy applies to the following funds, and is accounted for in the City's annual audited financial statements.

A. General Fund
B. Special Revenue Funds
C. Debt Service Funds
D. Capital Improvement Funds
E. Enterprise Funds
F. Internal Service Funds
G. Successor Agency Funds
H. Any joint powers authority funds.

3. STANDARDS OF PRUDENCE:

The City Treasurer authorized to make investment decisions on behalf of the City of Artesia investing public funds pursuant to this policy is a trustee, and therefore a fiduciary subject to the prudent investor standard. When investing, reinvesting, purchasing, acquiring, exchanging, selling, and managing public funds, the City Treasurer shall act with care, skill, prudence, and diligence under the circumstances then prevailing, that a prudent person acting in a like capacity and familiarity with those matters would use in the conduct of funds of a like character and with like aims, to safeguard the principal and maintain the liquidity needs of the agency. Within the limitations of this section and considering individual investments as part of an overall strategy, the City Treasurer is authorized to acquire investments as authorized by law.

4. INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES:

When investing, reinvesting, purchasing, acquiring, exchanging, selling, and managing public funds, the primary objective of the City Treasurer shall be to safeguard the principal of the funds under its control. The secondary objective shall be to meet the liquidity needs of the City. The third objective shall be to achieve a market average rate of return consistent with the primary objectives of safety and Formatted: Footer distance from edge: 1"
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liquidity, throughout budgetary and economic cycles. At no time should safety or liquidity be compromised in exchange for higher yields.

1. Safety: Safety of principal is the foremost objective of the investment program. Investments of the City of Artesia shall be undertaken in a manner that seeks to ensure the preservation of capital in the overall portfolio. To attain this objective, the City Treasurer will diversify its investments by investing funds among a variety of securities with independent returns.

2. Liquidity: The City’s investment portfolio will remain sufficiently liquid to enable the City of Artesia to meet all operating requirements which might be reasonably anticipated.

3. Return on Investments: The City's investment portfolio shall be designed with the objective of obtaining a reasonable and competitive market rate of return taking into consideration risk constraints, prudent investment principles, and the cash flow characteristics of the portfolio.

5. AUTHORITY:

The authority to invest City funds is vested in the City Treasurer in accordance with Artesia Municipal Code 2-4.305. All investment decisions and investment of funds shall be made in full compliance with this policy, the California Government Code Sections 53600 et. seq., and all other relevant state and federal requirements as well as any amendments or additions to such requirements.

Management responsibility for the investment of City funds is vested in the City Treasurer who shall prepare written procedures for the operation of the investment program and safekeeping of investment instruments consistent with this investment policy.

6. ETHICS AND CONFLICTS OF INTEREST:

Elected officials and employees of the City involved in the investment process shall refrain from personal business activity that could conflict with proper execution of the investment program, or which could impair their ability to make impartial decisions under the Political Reform Act and Government Code Section 1090 et seq. Elected officials and employees shall disclose to the City Manager any material interests in financial institutions that conduct business with the City, and they shall further disclose any personal investment position or financial asset that could be related to the performance of the City's investment program. Elected officials and employees shall subordinate their personal investment transactions to those of the City particularly with regard to the time of purchases and sales.

Any firm proposing to provide any type of investment service to the City shall acknowledge their familiarity with the provisions of the Political Reform Act, Government Code Section 81000 et seq. and CA Code of Regulations 18110 et seq. and the provisions limiting contractual conflicts of interest under Government Code Section 1090 et seq. Any firm proposing to provide any type of investment service to the City shall also acknowledge their familiarity with and agree to abide by any Federal or State law, regulation, rule or policy pertaining to or limiting campaign contributions by such firms, their employees, spouses or agents.

All persons, firms, broker/dealers, financial institutions and advisors providing investment services or bond issue assistance shall disclose to the City Manager and the Treasurer all fee sharing, fee-splitting and commission arrangements with other entities or persons prior to the City REVISED by Resolution No. 26-3080 on April 13, 2026
agreeing to buy an investment or issue bonds.

7. AUTHORIZED FINANCIAL DEALERS AND INSTITUTIONS:

The City Treasurer, or the City’s designated Investment Manager, shall select all security dealers and depositories subject to City Council approval. The City shall conduct its investment transactions with several competing, reputable security broker/dealers. The selection process shall focus on financial viability, knowledge, experience, and ethics in the fixed-income securities industry. The City Treasurer, or the City’s designated Investment Manager, will maintain a list and a written agreement with financial institutions authorized to provide investment services subject to City Council approval.

All financial institutions and broker/dealers who desire to become qualified bidders for investment transactions must supply the City Treasurer, or the City’s designated Investment Manager, with the following: audited financial statements, proof of National Association of Security Dealers certification, proof of state registration, completed broker/dealer questionnaire, and certification of having read the City's investment policy and depository contracts. The City Treasurer, or the City’s designated Investment Manager, will conduct an annual review of the financial condition and registrations of qualified bidders.

8. AUTHORIZED AND SUITABLE INVESTMENTS:

Authorized and suitable investments shall mean and include any of the following securities to the extent the same are permitted by applicable federal and state code:

Direct Obligations of the United States of America, specifically U.S. Treasury bills and notes.

There are no portfolio percentage limits for Direct Obligations of the United States of America.

Direct Obligations of the U.S. Government Agencies, guaranteed directly or indirectly by the United States government and/or directly or indirectly by any of the following: Banks for Cooperatives, Federal Intermediate Credit Banks, Federal Home Loan Bank System, Export-Import Bank of the United States, Federal Financing Banks, Federal Land Banks, Federal Farm Credit Bank, Government National Mortgage Association, Farmers Home Administration, Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, Federal National Mortgage Association, Federal Housing Administration, Student Loan Marketing Association, and the Resolution Funding Corporation. There are no portfolio percentage limits for Direct Obligations of the U.S. Government Agencies.

Certificates of Deposit which are federally insured or fully collateralized by permitted investments as defined herein; issued by institutions which are either a nationally or state- chartered bank, a savings association or a federal association (as defined by Section 5102 of the Financial Code), a state or federal credit union, or by a federally licensed or state-licensed branch of a foreign bank or thrift, or savings and loan. No more than 30% of the City’s portfolio may be invested in Certificates of Deposit.

Guaranteed Investment Contracts that meet the requirements of City / Successor Agency/joint powers authority bond documents may be utilized for the investment of those specific bond proceeds.

Banker's Acceptances which are issued by banks with a rating of "A" or higher by Standard and Poor's or Moody's at the time of investment, and do not exceed 180 days maturity. No more than 10% REVISED by Resolution No. 26-3080 on April 13, 2026
of the City’s portfolio may be invested in Banker's Acceptances.

Commercial Paper of “prime” quality of the highest ranking or of the highest letter and number rating as provided for by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization (NRSRO). Eligible Commercial Paper shall have a maximum maturity of 397 days or less. No more than 25% of the City’s portfolio may be invested in Commercial Paper.

Medium-Term Notes defined as all corporate and depository institution debt securities with a maximum remaining maturity of five years or less, issued by corporations organized and operating within the United States or by depository institutions licensed by the United States or any state and operating within the United States. Notes eligible for investment under this subdivision shall be rated in a rating category of “A” or its equivalent or better by an NRSRO. No more than 30% of the City’s portfolio may be invested in Medium-Term Notes.

Mortgage Passthrough Security, collateralized mortgage obligation, mortgage-backed or other paythrough bond, equipment lease-backed certificate, consumer receivable passthrough certificate, or consumer receivable-backed bond. (2) For securities eligible for investment under this subdivision not issued or guaranteed by an agency or issuer identified in subdivision (b) or (f) of Government Code Section 53601, the following limitations apply: (A) The security shall be rated in a rating category of “AA” or its equivalent or better by an NRSRO and have a maximum remaining maturity of five years or less. (B) Purchase of securities authorized by this paragraph shall not exceed 20% of the City’s portfolio.

Repurchase Agreements with any federally insured state or national bank of primary government bond dealer on the Federal Reserve reporting dealer list. All repurchase agreements must be covered by a master repurchase agreement. The term of such repurchase agreement may not exceed two weeks.

The repurchase agreement must be 102% collateralized by U.S. Treasury securities that are free and clear of any third- party lien or claim. The collateral must be delivered to the custodian or third party acting as agent for the City. No more than 10% of the City’s portfolio may be invested in Repurchase Agreements.

Government Pools
Government sponsored investment pools (Pools) are permitted under California Government Code Section 53601 et seq. and an excellent short-term investment option for cash management facilities.

These pools can provide safety, liquidity, and yield in a single diversified investment. However, thoughtful investigation and due diligence are required, both initially at time of purchase, and ongoing analysis to determine that the investment pool is being managed in a manner consistent with the objective of the Policy. The following guidelines include, but are not limited to:

A) Shall have attained the highest ranking or the highest letter and numerical rating provided by not less than two nationally recognized statistical rating organizations.

B) The Pools mark to market weekly at a minimum.

C) The Pool provides comprehensive, timely monthly reports which include detailed transaction listings, reports realized and unrealized gains and losses, provides accurate market values for each security, provides quality rating for individual securities, takes delivery DVP, provides third party safekeeping of all investments, and for whom an audit is conducted annually by an independent auditor with no relationship to the Pool.

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There is no portfolio percentage limit for Government Pools.

State of California's Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) Investment in LAIF may not exceed the current LAIF limit and should be reviewed periodically.

Los Angeles County Pool
Investment in the Los Angeles County Pool may not exceed the current pool limits and should be reviewed periodically.

California Asset Management Program (CAMP)
Investment in CAMP may not exceed the current pool limits and should be reviewed periodically.

California Cooperative Liquid Assets Securities System (CLASS) Investment in California CLASS may not exceed the current pool limits and should be reviewed periodically.

Government Securities Money Market Fund(s) which invest only in U.S. Government Securities, and the net asset value is stabilized at one dollar. The fund shall have the highest ranking or the highest letter and numerical rating by not less than two of the three largest nationally recognized rating services. No more than 10% of the City’s portfolio may be invested in Government Securities Money Market Fund(s).

Sweep Accounts in a banking institution at which the City currently does business may be utilized for the temporary placement of funds. Such placement of funds is intended to be for a temporary period, not to exceed seven days. It is acknowledged that the individual investment instruments which comprise said sweep accounts may or may not conform to the City's Statement of Investment Policy.

Specifically excluded as investments are: reverse repurchase agreements; longer-term U.S. Treasury, Agency, and corporate bonds with maturities exceeding five years; mortgage-backed securities; leveraged investments; derivatives of any kind at any time; and other investments not permitted under applicable government codes.

9. DIVERSIFICATION OF INVESTMENTS:

It is the City's policy to minimize portfolio risk by diversifying maturity, sector, and class allocations.

Default risk shall be minimized by investing in an assortment of permitted investments as mentioned above. To minimize overall portfolio risk, the following not-to-exceed diversification goals shall guide the City's operating fund portfolio, based upon the portfolio structure at the time of purchase.

Percentage limitations stated below will be calculated and applied at the time of purchase of the investment instrument. Not-to-Exceed-Limits stated below apply to the par value of the investments not the market value. Such limits shall also be within any requirements of state law.

10. MONEY MARKET MUTUAL FUNDS
Money market mutual funds provide another safe, liquid and diversified investment option for the City's surplus capital: however, certain conditions need to be met both initially and on an ongoing basis. The money market may only invest in US Government securities permitted under this policy and under California Government Code Section 53601 et seq. with final stated maturities of one year or less "Government Money Market Funds."
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In order to be an eligible money market investment under this section, the primary objective of the money market, as stated in the fund's prospectus, is to maintain a constant $1.00 Net Asset Value (NAV). The following additional guidelines include, but are not limited to:

A) Only invests in US Government securities, and the weighted average maturity of the portfolio is less than 180 days.

B) The fund shall be registered with the SEC.

C) The fund shall have a minimum of $500 million in total asset size of portfolio at time of investment, and should not drop below this threshold.

D) The money market shall have attained the highest ranking or the highest letter and numerical rating provided by not less than two nationally recognized statistical rating organizations, and shall maintain these ratings for the duration of the investment.

11. COLLATERALIZATION:

All demand deposits, time deposits and repurchase agreements are to be fully collateralized with securities authorized by the California Government Code and the City. The eligible collateral for repurchase agreements must be those investments authorized by Section 53601 of the California Government Code. The Treasurer may specify the type of eligible collateral for use in repurchase agreements. Eligible collateral must be in book entry form. Collateral is valued at current market plus accrued interest through the date of valuation.

A) The cost value (book value) of collateral pledged for demand deposits must at all times be equal to or greater than the amount on deposit, plus accrued interest, in accordance with the following ratio:

U.S. Treasury Securities 110%
B) The cost value (book value) of collateral pledged for repurchase agreements must at all times be equal to or greater than the par amount, plus accrued interest, with the following ratios:

U.S. Treasury Securities 102%
U.S. Government Agencies 102%
Cash (in immediately available funds) 100%
It is the policy of the City to require reports at least on a quarterly basis from institutions with which the Treasurer has pledged security interest. The Treasurer shall monitor the adequacy of collateralization to ensure that balances are collateralized in accordance with the ratios approved herein.

With regard to repurchase agreements, it is the policy of the City to initiate a margin call in the event pledged collateral falls below the appropriate ratio.

Collateralized investments and deposits often require substitution of collateral. Any broker or financial institution requesting substitution must contact the City through the City Treasurer, for approval in the event the counterparty to the transaction is not authorized under agreement with the City to make substitutions.

12. SAFEKEEPING AND CUSTODY:

REVISED by Resolution No. 26-3080 on April 13, 2026
The City Treasurer shall take possession of all of the City's investment securities pursuant to Government Code Section 53608 which, in pertinent part, provides as follows:
"A local agency purchasing or obtaining any securities prescribed in this section, in a negotiable, bearer, registered, or nonregistered format, shall require delivery of the securities to the local agency, including those purchased for the agency by financial advisors, consultants, or managers using the agency's funds, by book entry, physical delivery, or by third party custodial agreement. The transfer of securities to the counterpart bank's customer book entry account may be used for book entry delivery. For purposes of this section "counterparty" means the other party to the transaction. A counterparty bank's trust department or separate safekeeping department may be used for the physical delivery of the security if the security is held in the name of the local agency."

13. MAXIMUM MATURITIES:

The average dollar weighted maturity of the total portfolio shall not exceed 2 years. No investment shall have a maturity date in excess of 5 years from date of purchase without the approval of the City Council prior to any such transactions. No more than 35% of the total portfolio shall be invested in instruments with maturities beyond 3 years at the time of purchase, and no more than 20% of the total portfolio shall be invested in instruments with maturities beyond 4 years at the time of purchase.

Maturities shall be staggered to minimize liquidity risk and to enhance the stability of incoming cashflows. At least 10% of the portfolio shall be invested in instruments which can be liquidated on one day's notice.

14. INTERNAL CONTROL:

The City Treasurer shall establish procedures that separate the internal responsibility for management and accounting of the investment portfolio. An analysis by an external independent auditor shall be conducted annually to review internal controls, account activity and compliance with policies and procedures.

15. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND EVALUATION:

Investment performance is continually monitored and evaluated by the City Treasurer. Investment portfolio reports are generated on a monthly basis and submitted to the City Manager and the City Council Finance Committee. The investment portfolio reports are to be submitted within 60 days of the end of the reporting period.

The portfolio shall be designed to attain a market average rate of return comparable to the average one year U.S. Constant Maturity Treasury (CMT).

An annual audit of the City's Investment Policy, practices, procedures and portfolio status will be conducted by an independent auditor. The auditor will provide the City Manager and City Council with written observations and recommendations regarding the adequacy of investment controls.

16. REPORTING:

The City Treasurer shall provide the City Council with monthly reports about the City's investments.

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These reports shall include, at a minimum, the following information for each type of investment held in the City's investment portfolio: the issuer; date of purchase; date of maturity; amount of investment; current market value; yield on investment; yield and total return on portfolio; income generated from investments; and a description of unusual investment activity or developments during the month for which the report is prepared.

The City Treasurer shall prepare such a report for each month. The City Treasurer shall deliver each monthly report to the Mayor and each City Council Member no later than sixty (60) calendar days after the close of the month for which each report is prepared.

In the event that an investment advisor is retained by the City Council, the investment advisor shall prepare and deliver a report for each month's investment activity as required herein to the City Treasurer in such time as to allow the City Treasurer to comply with the delivery times for each report required by this policy.

The City Treasurer may be relieved from that office in the event of any failure to comply with the reporting requirements of this policy.

17. INVESTMENT POLICY ADOPTION:

The City of Artesia Investment Policy shall be adopted by resolution of the City Council. The Policy shall be reviewed annually by the City Treasurer and the Council and any modifications made thereto must be approved by the City Council.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 9I.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Request To Display of Any Commemorative Flags
FROM: Leslie Nacionales-Tafoya, Management Analyst
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council, by motion, approve the temporary display of two commemorative flags on the pole in front of City Hall on the specified dates:

1. Tree City USA Flag to be displayed from April 14 to May 15, 2026; and

2. Progress Pride Flag to be displayed from June 1 to June 30, 2026.

BACKGROUND:

In September 2021, the City Council adopted the City of Artesia ("City") Flag Display Policy (the "Policy") which governs the display of flags on City flag poles. The Policy designates the flag pole at City Hall as the only location in the City for the display of commemorative flags. The Policy also outlines the procedure by which the City Council may request and vote to display a commemorative flag that supports the overall mission of of the City.

ANALYSIS:

Mayor Trevino requested through the City Manager that the City Council consider flying the Tree City USA Flag in observance of Earth and Arbor Day and Mayor Trevino, Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso, and Councilmember Manalo, requested to Staff to fly the Progress Pride Flag in observance of Pride Month.

Earth and Arbor Day are recognized on April 22nd and April 24th, respectively. Both days promote environmental stewardship and protection and raise awareness about climate change. The City of Artesia has earned the distinction as a Tree City USA since 2022 for its commitment to increasing its urban tree canopy through its policies, spending at least $2 per capita on its community forestry program ($8.21 in 2025), observing Arbor/Earth Day with a proclamation, and annual Arbor/Earth Day Observation in April. In addition to the commemorative flag, street signs will be permanently displayed at the Historical Trail and a plaque hangs in City Hall. This will be the first year that the Tree City USA Flag may be displayed at City Hall. If approved, staff will raise the Tree City USA Flag on April 14, 2026.

Pride Month is celebrated each June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Riots, a pivotal moment in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. The City has flown a version of the Pride Flag in recognition of Pride Month for the last four years. If approved, staff will plan a flag raising ceremony for Monday, June 1st at noon in front of City Hall to commemorate the raising of the Progress Pride Flag.

Under City policy, a majority of the Council must approve the display of any commemorative flag.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with this item. The City already owns a Tree City USA Flag and a Progress Pride Flag.

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Staff recommends the City Council, by motion, approve the temporary display of two commemorative flags on the pole in front of City Hall on the specified dates:

1. Tree City USA Flag to be displayed from April 14 to May 15, 2026; and

2. Progress Pride Flag to be displayed from June 1 to June 30, 2026.

Attachments
Tree City USA Flag.pdf
Progress Pride Flag.pdf
Flag Display Policy.pdf

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 9J.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Resolution Regarding Amending the Facility Use Regulations Relating to Artesia-Based NonProfit Organizations FROM: Edith Guerra, Parks and Recreation Manager
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff Recommends that the City Council Adopt Resolution no. 26-3081, Amending Facility Use Regulations, Carrying Forward the Existing Facility Use Fee Schedule, and Repealing Resolution No. 25-3064.

BACKGROUND:

In September 2025, the City Council approved an update to the Facility Use Rules and Regulations, which provide the policies, classifications, and fee schedule governing the use of City of Artesia ("City") parks and recreation facilities. The Facility Use Regulations provide a fair system for scheduling and controlling the use of City facilities, prioritizing City programs and residents, establishing consistent administrative procedures, and to collect fees to offset the City's costs of maintaining and supporting the facilities.

The Facility Use Regulations establish user classifications, define qualification requirements for each category of user, set rental fees and security deposits, identify application and insurance requirements, and provide the administrative structure for review and approval of facility use requests. The regulations help ensure equitable access to City facilities while protecting the City's assets.

At the March 9, 2026 City Council Meeting, there was a discussion regarding the Facility Use Policy and the need to establish a clear distinction between Artesia-based and Non-Artesia-based Non-Profit Organizations. City Council expressed interest in refining the current framework so that organizations with a stronger base in the City may be treated differently for purposes of facility use eligibility and fees.

ANALYSIS:

Under the current Facility Use Regulations Non-Profit classifications are considered Group 2 (Artesia-based) and Group 3 (non-Artesia based). The group is primarily based on residency thresholds and whether the organization supports Parks and Recreation Department programs. The current regulations define a "Non-Profit Organization" as an organization registered with the State of California and the Internal Revenue Service with a current 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) status, and distinguish resident and non-resident Non-Profit Organizations mainly by the percentage of members residing in the City.

Staff has reviewed the existing policy and finds that the current membership-based approach does not fully reflect whether an organization is rooted in Artesia or provides substantial benefit to the local community. In response to the City Council's discussion, staff is recommending amendments to better define an Artesia-based Non-Profit organization using a broader set of criteria intended to measure local presence and service to the City. Under the proposed amendments, an applicant would be considered an Artesia-based Non-Profit if it is a Non-Profit Organization or tax-exempt association as recognized by the State of California or Internal Revenue Code with 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), or 501(c)(6) designation and meets at least two (2) of the following additional criteria:

1. Has its principal permanent meeting place in the City;

2. Has a membership with at least 50% of members who either reside in the City, are employed in the City, or are owners or operators of a business or other establishment in the City;

3. Provides substantial services to organizations located in the City or to persons residing in the City.

This proposed definition is intended to better align the Facility Use Regulations with the City Council's direction by recognizing organizations that demonstrate a connection to Artesia.

Staff also recommends modifying the annual use limitation for rentals of City facilities so that Artesia-based NonProfit Organizations may rent up to four (4) times per calendar year, while all other entities, including Non-Artesiabased Non-Profits, would remain limited to three (3) times per calendar year, consistent with the current general limitations in the Facility Use Regulations.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The proposed amendments are not expected to result in a significant fiscal impact. No changes are proposed to the City's adopted facility use fee schedule. The amendment would revise the eligibility criteria for Artesia-based Non-Profit Organizations and permit qualifying organizations to rent City facilities up to four (4) times per calendar year, which may bring a slight increase to the revenues generated by these facility uses.

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Staff recommends that the City Council by motion, adopt Resolution no. 26-3081, Amending Facility Use Regulations, Carrying Forward the Existing Facility Use Fee Schedule, and Repealing Resolution No. 25-3064.

Attachments
Resolution 26-3081.pdf
1 RESOLUTION NO. 26-3081

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

ARTESIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING FACILITY USE
REGULATIONS, REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 25-3064,

AND CARRYING FORWARD THE EXISTING FACILITY

USE FEE SCHEDULE
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Artesia finds that in order to better serve the community and aid in the coordination of park and recreation facilities, it is deemed necessary to amend and update its rules and regulations and fee schedule for the use of said facilities by the public;
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted amended and updated Facility Use Regulations and a Facility Use Fee Schedule on September 8, 2025 by Resolution No. 25-3064, establishing policies, classifications, procedures, and updating the fee schedule governing the use of City-owned parks and recreation facilities; WHEREAS, the 2025 amendment and update to the Facility Use Regulations updated the Facility Use Fee Schedule, in accordance with the Mitigation Fee Act, pursuant to Government Code section 66000 et. seq. and more specifically the public hearing requirements of section 66018;
WHEREAS, prior to holding the public hearing on September 8, 2025, the City published notice in a newspaper of general circulation at least ten (10) days prior to the date of the public hearing pursuant to Government Code section 6062a and said notice provided the date, time, and location of the public hearing; WHEREAS, the City held the duly noticed public hearing on September 8, 2025, at which all oral and written presentations were made as part of a regularly scheduled meeting;
WHEREAS, on September 8, 2025, the City Council adopted updated user fees to reflect the amount that is required to recover the estimated reasonable costs to the City as set forth in Exhibit “A,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference; WHEREAS, all fees, charges, taxes, and assessments imposed by the City have not been modified by this Resolution and shall remain in full force and effect; WHEREAS, at its March 9, 2026, City Council Meeting, the City Council found it necessary to update the Facility Use Regulations to expand the definition of an ArtesiaBased Non-Profit Organization; WHEREAS, the Facility Use Regulations establish user classifications, qualification requirements, rental fees, security deposits, application procedures, and insurance requirements, and are intended to provide a fair and equitable system for scheduling and controlling the use of City facilities;
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the current member-based approach for determining Non-Profit eligibility does not fully reflect whether an organization provides substantial benefit to the community;
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to revise the Facility Use Regulations to better define an “Artesia-Based Non-Profit Organization” using criteria that measures local presence, community connection, and service to the City; WHEREAS, the City Council further desires to allow qualifying Artesia-Based NonProfit Organizations to reserve facilities up to four (4) times per calendar year, while all other entities remain limited to three (3) times per calendar year; and 2 WHEREAS, in adopting this Resolution, the City Council is taking action only on Section II – Definitions, Section V.B – Specifications for Group 2 Users, Section V.C – Specifications for Group 3 Users, and Section VII.B.4 – Time for Filing Facility Use Applications of the Facility Use Regulations, set forth in Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, and all other portions of the Facility Use Regulations and Fee Schedule remain in full force and effect.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARTESIA, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY FIND, ORDER, AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. All of the above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by reference. The City Council hereby approves and adopts the Facility Use Regulations inclusive of the Facility Use Fee Schedule, attached as Attachment “A,” and finds that such fees continue to not exceed the reasonable cost to the City of providing the use of the facility.

SECTION 2. The City Council hereby finds and determines that the setting or revision of facility user fees on September 8, 2025, is exempt from environmental review under Public Resources Code Section 21080(b)(8) of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), which provides an exemption for the establishment or modification of charges by public agencies which the public agency finds are for the purpose of meeting operating expenses.

SECTION 3. The City Council further finds that all substantive and procedural requirements of the Mitigation Fee Act were satisfied when the fees were adopted on September 8, 2025, and specifically, the City Council continues to find the following: a. based upon the information and documents prepared for and presented to the City Council on September 8, 2025 to support the action, the facility user fees are for the purposes of and necessary for: (i) meeting operating expenses, including employee wage rates and benefits; (ii) purchasing or leasing supplies, equipment, or materials; (iii) obtaining funds necessary for the operations and maintenance of City property and facilities; and (iv) any other costs incurred by the City attributable to providing the services for which the facility user fees are imposed; and b. the facility user fees specified by this Resolution have not changed since adopted on September 8, 2025 and do not exceed the reasonably estimated costs of providing the services for which the facility user fees are imposed.

SECTION 4. The City Council authorizes annually, effective July 1, 2026 and each July 1 thereafter, that the City Manager, or City Manager designee, at their discretion, may administratively adjust the facility user fees, without additional City Council action or approval, for (i) costs related to staff labor based upon the annual percentage increase for cost of living increases established pursuant to the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Artesia and the American Federation of State, City and Municipal Employees, AFL-CIO, Local 1520, Council 36 General Unit (the “MOU”), as may be amended from time to time; and/or (ii) for all non-staff labor related costs based on the percentage increase from the prior year annual Consumer Price Index – All Urban Consumers for Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, California (“CPI”), calculated by the 12-month change as of March each year as published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, or a similar index if the CPI is no longer published or is otherwise not available.

If at the time a cost of living increase is due for staff labor for any year, and the MOU, for whatever reason is not otherwise available, then the City may implement the same cost of living increase applicable from the immediate preceding year. If the CPI does not change or decreases in any given year, no change shall be made to the user fee schedule applicable that year. In no event shall the facility user fees be increased annually to exceed the costs of providing the services.

SECTION 5. Any and all provisions of prior resolutions, specifically Resolution No. 25-3064, of the City Council establishing or modifying facility user fees for use of City park and recreation facilities and services set forth in Exhibit “A” of Attachment “A,” are hereby repealed and replaced as of the effective date of this Resolution with the facility user fees in the manner set forth in Exhibit “A” of Attachment “A,” provided, however, that such repeal shall not excuse or affect the failure of any person or entity to pay any fee 3 heretofore imposed upon such person or entity. The City Council desires to clarify that in adopting this Resolution, it is taking action on Section II – Definitions, Section V.B – Specifications for Group 2 Users, Section V.C – Specifications for Group 3 Users, and Section VII.B.4. Time for Filing Facility Use Applications only set forth in Attachment “A” which have been modified from prior resolutions of the City Council. All other portions of the Facility Use Regulations, including fees, charges, taxes, and assessments imposed by the City that have not been modified by this Resolution shall remain in full force and effect.

SECTION 6. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phase, or portion of this Resolution is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Resolution. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Resolution and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phase thereof irrespective of the fact that any one of or more sections, subsections, clauses, or phases be declared invalid or unconstitutional on their face or as applied.

SECTION 7. This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon adoption.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 13th day of April 2026.

RENE TREVINO, MAYOR
ATTEST:

JENNIFER ALDERETE, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

BEST BEST & KRIEGER, CITY ATTORNEY
4 ATTACHMENT “A”

FACILITY USE REGULATIONS AND FACILITY USE FEE SCHEDULE
1 CITY OF ARTESIA

FACILITY USE REGULATIONS
(Adopted by the Artesia City Council on April 13, 2026
by way of Resolution No. 26-3081)
I. Section 1.00 – PURPOSE
The City of Artesia, through its Parks and Recreation Department, strives to provide facilities and services that will enrich the recreational and leisure life of Artesia residents. The City’s Facility Use Regulations provide a fair and workable system for scheduling and controlling the use of the City’s recreation and community facilities.

These Regulations ensure that the use of available facilities is first available to programs supporting the Parks and Recreation Department, residents of the City, and then to non-residents if facilities are available. These Regulations enable the City’s staff to consistently provide service to the community and collect the assigned fees in accordance with the regulations approved by City Council. The Facility Use Regulations also allow the City to secure additional revenue by making its facilities available to others when not needed for City programs or functions so as to partially offset the City’s significant costs to maintain and support the City’s recreational and community facilities.

II. Section 2.00 – DEFINITIONS
The following terms and their derivations shall have the meaning given herein. When not inconsistent with the context, words used in the present tense include the future, and words used in the singular number include the plural number. The word "shall" is always mandatory and not merely directory.

APPLICANT shall mean the Person who signs and submits a Facility Use Application to the City.

CARNIVAL shall mean a traveling amusement show featuring exhibits and rides.

CIRCUS shall mean a traveling company with varied performances by clowns, acrobats and trained animals.

CITY shall mean the City of Artesia, California, its officers, agents, and employees.

CITY MANAGER shall mean the City Manager of the City, or his or her designee.

CODE shall mean the Municipal Code of the City.

COMMERCIAL shall mean profit making, wholesale or retail activity conducted by Persons other than a Non-Profit Organization.

DEPARTMENT shall mean the Parks and Recreation Department. 2 EQUIPMENT shall include City recreational equipment, including, but not limited to, tables, chairs, and ball field maintenance equipment (e.g., rakes, bases, drag nets, screens, and nets), storage bins, utility vehicles, and other related equipment.

EXPRESSIVE ACTIVITY shall mean speech or conduct, the sole or principal object of which is the expression, dissemination or communication of verbal, visual, literary or auditory opinions, views, or ideas. Expressive Activity includes public forum speech or conduct protected by the First Amendment to the United States or California Constitutions.

FACILITY shall include Artesia Park, A.J. Padelford Park, Baber Park, City Community Centers, and any City recreation building, sports fields and courts, batting cage, sheltered and unsheltered picnic areas, BBQ pit, or playground thereon, and City streets, sidewalks, and public ways.

FACILITY USE APPLICATION shall mean the Department’s form requesting Use of a Facility. FACILITY USE PERMIT shall mean the Department’s consent granting Use of a Facility.

FESTIVAL shall mean an occasion for feasting or celebration, or a regularly recurring program of performances.

FIRE DEPARTMENT shall mean the Los Angeles County Fire Department.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION shall mean any distribution of food, nonperishable or perishable items to the general public.

LEAGUE shall mean four or more teams associated together in a sports activity.

MANAGER shall mean the Manager of the Department, or his or her duly authorized representative.

NON-PROFIT ACTIVITY shall include those activities undertaken by a Non-Profit Organization which add to or support Parks and Recreation Department programs, and entail a charge by the Permittee designed to offset the City’s costs in supporting said activities.

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION shall mean an organization registered as a non-profit corporation with the State of California Secretary of State and the Internal Revenue Service with current 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), or 501(c)(6) status.

NON-RESIDENT shall mean a person, group, team, league or business not having or maintaining a principal residence, office, facility or business in the City. In the case of a group, team or organization, the Non-Resident group is composed of fifty percent (50%) or more members who do not have their principal residences in the City.

NON-RESIDENT NON-PROFIT shall mean a Non-Profit Organization whose membership 3 is composed of fifty percent (50%) or more Non-Residents.

PERSON shall mean any individual, firm, partnership, association, corporation, company, group, or organization of any kind.

PERMITTEE shall mean any Person given consent to Use a Facility by obtaining a Facility Use Permit.

PROFIT MAKING shall mean funds received as part of a program above the actual cost of conducting the activity.

PUBLIC ASSEMBLY shall mean events consisting of more than three hundred (300) participants during any given time.

RESIDENT shall mean a person having or maintaining a principal residence in the City, or a government employee working for the City.

RESIDENT GROUP shall mean a person, group, team, league or business having or maintaining a principal residence, office, facility or business in the City. In the case of a group, team or organization, the Resident group is composed of fifty percent (50%) or more Residents.

RESIDENT NON-PROFIT shall mean a Non-Profit Organization who must meet the criteria set forth in Section 5.B.

SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT shall mean the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

STAFF shall mean City staff.

USE shall include meetings, activities, events, programs, processionals, picnics, food distribution, non-athletic gatherings, organized athletic team or league contests or tournaments, exhibits, dramatic performances, radio or television broadcasts (excluding broadcasts of spontaneous news events), fairs, festivals, carnivals, circuses, musical events, or similar events.

VEHICLE shall mean any wheeled conveyance, whether motor powered, animal drawn or self-propelled. The term shall include trailers of any size, kind, or description. The term shall not include baby carriages, wheelchairs, and vehicles used in the service of City Parks.

III. Section 3.00 – USES REQUIRING A FACILITY USE PERMIT A. Facilities available for public facility use include Artesia Park, A.J. Padelford Park, Baber Park, Albert O. Little Community Center, North Artesia Community Center, City recreation buildings, sports fields and courts, batting cage, sheltered and unsheltered picnic areas, BBQ pit, or playground thereon, and City streets, sidewalks, and public ways.

B. A Facility Use Permit or a large event Facility Use Permit is required for the 4 following Uses when proposed to occur in or on any such Facilities:

1. Any picnic, food distribution, outing, or other similar non-athletic gathering organized by any Person for a common purpose and composed of thirty (30) or more Persons at any picnic area or BBQ pit.

All uses at covered picnic areas or for food distribution in any area require a Use Permit regardless of the number of persons in attendance.

2. Any public meeting, assembly, parade, processional or other similar Expressive Activity, organized by any Person and consisting of seventyfive (75) or more Persons gathered for a common purpose, including, but not limited to, drills, maneuvers, ceremonies, addresses, speeches, or political meetings, which will (1) impede, obstruct, impair or interfere with free use of public ways, (2) obstruct traffic flow, or (3) which do not comply with traffic or park regulations.

3. Any Facility Use involving three hundred (300) or more Persons gathered for a common purpose and not falling within the categories described in Sections
III.B.1 & III.B.2.

4. Any organized athletic team or league contests or tournaments.

5. Any exhibit, dramatic performance, play, motion picture, radio or television broadcast (excluding broadcasts of spontaneous news events), fair, festival, carnival, circus, musical event, or similar event.

6. Any Use requiring sound amplification.

7. Any instructional course, lesson, or class which is not run through the Department’s contract class program.

IV. Section 4.00 – USES NOT REQUIRING A FACILITY USE PERMIT A. A Facility Use Permit is not required for:

1. Any picnic, outing, or other similar non-athletic gathering organized by any Person for a common purpose and composed of less than thirty (30) Persons, with the exception of food distribution, when proposed to occur at any non-covered picnic area or BBQ pit.

2. Any public meeting, assembly, parade, processional or other similar Expressive Activity, organized by any Person and composed of lessthan seventy-five (75) Persons gathered for a common purpose, where the organizer has paid the applicable procession fee established by City Resolution No. 2009-2120, as provided in Exhibit A of this Resolution, and where all participants: (1) give way to others they encounter on the public way; (2) do not obstruct traffic flow; (3) obey all traffic regulations; and (4) obey all park regulations.
5 3. Any spontaneous Expressive Activity occasioned by news or affairs coming into public knowledge less than forty-eight (48) hours prior to such events. If practicable, the organizers should give at least four (4) hours advanced verbal or written notice to the Department prior to the spontaneous Expressive Activity informing the Department of the date and time of the event and providing an estimate of the approximate number of Persons who will be participating. Uses which require advance planning such as sports contests or tournaments organized at Artesia Park or A.J. Padelford Park, Uses requiring sound amplification, Festivals, Carnivals, or Circuses, or other Uses which require permits, licenses, insurance, or security personnel shall not be considered to be spontaneous Uses.

4. Spontaneous radio and television broadcasts of news events coming into public knowledge less than forty-eight (48) hours prior to such broadcast. If practicable, the organizers should give at least four (4) hours advanced verbal or written notice to the Department prior to the spontaneous news broadcast informing the Department of the date and time of the broadcast and providing an estimate of the approximate number of Persons who will be participating.

V. Section 5.00 – CLASSIFICATIONS OF USERS
A. Each Facility Use Application will be reviewed by the Department and classified into a group depending on the type of Person or Group submitting the Facility Use Application and the intended Use. The Department determines eligibility for each group. The City’s Use of Facilities has first priority. The classifications are listed in order of priority with Group “1” first, Group “2” second, etc.

Group 1 City. Use organized, sponsored, co-sponsored, or conducted by the City.

Group 2 Resident Non-Profit. Use by Resident Non-Profit groups which add to and support Parks and Recreation Department programs.

Group 3 Non-Resident Non-Profit. Use by Non-Resident Non-Profit Groups which add to and support Parks and Recreation
Department programs.

Group 4 Resident. Use by Residents, Resident Groups, or Businesses within the City which are holding private uses or programs which are not complimenting or supporting the Parks and Recreation Department programs.

Group 5 Non-Resident. Use by Non-Residents, Non-Resident Groups, Non-Resident Non-Profits or Businesses outside the City which are holding private uses or programs which are not
complimenting or supporting the Parks and Recreation
6 Department programs.

B. Specifications for Group 2 Users
An organization shall not be considered for Group 2–Resident Non-Profit priority unless and until the organization proves that it is registered as a nonprofit corporation or tax-exempt organization with the State of California Secretary of State and the Internal Revenue Service with current 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), or 501(c)(6) status, and meets at least two of the following criteria:

1. Has its principle permanent meeting place in the City.

2. The Non-Profit Organization provides sufficient information for Staff to determine that the primary purpose of the organization is to serve the City’s community and at least fifty percent (50%) of its members either reside in the City, are employed in the City, or are owners or operators of a business or other establishment in the City

3. Provides substantial services to organizations located in the City or to persons residing in the City
The organization must submit the following:
a. a copy of its State incorporation papers and by-laws; b. a copy of their State of California Secretary of State and Internal Revenue Service forms with current 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), or 501(c)(6) status;
c. a summary of services provided to the City depicting the organization’s primary purpose is to serve the City’s community; and d. a copy of a current membership roster showing residency of members.

C. Specifications for Group 3 Users
An organization shall not be considered for Group 3–Non-Resident NonProfit priority unless and until the organization satisfies the criteria for Group 2 Users as specified in Section V.B. above, with the exception of the residency requirement specified in Section V.B.1, V.B.2, and V.B.5.c.

D. Specifications for Group 4 Users
To be considered a Group 4 User, a Person or Business must have a primary residence in the City. For groups, teams or leagues, at least fifty percent (50%) of its members must reside in the City.

E. Specifications for Group 5 Users
All other users or groups which do not meet the criteria for Groups 2-4 shall be considered Group 5 Users.

F. Specifications Public Assembly Use
An applicant shall be a Non-Profit Organization or applicable group who apply to conduct large scale events and who shall be subject to satisfying the following criteria and submitting to the following information with the Facility Use Application to the Department:
7 1. The address (include City) of the principal and permanent meeting place of the organization.

2. An updated membership roster that lists the name, residence address (including City), and phone number of each member. Membership rosters will be kept confidential and will be used only for verifying residency status.

3. A roster of the organization’s event committee shall be submitted with the names, addresses (including City), and phone number of each member.

4. Activity and implementation plan that includes a description, program, and itinerary for all activities.

5. The plot plan for the site of the intended use and specifications of all equipment, furnishings, sound, electrical, structures, etc.

6. All required special permits from the Fire Department, Building and Safety Official, Health Department, and local, state and federal regulatory agencies.

VI. Section 6.00 – USE HOURS OF AVAILABILITY FOR FACILITY USES Facility Use Permits are limited to the Department’s hours of availability and what is deemed to be conductive to the peace and safety of the community. All Uses are subject to date availability. The City reserves the right to set hours of operation on a seasonal basis.

ALBERT O. LITTLE COMMUNITY CENTER AND ARTESIA PARK
A. Community Center
Sunday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Friday – Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

B. Sheltered/Unsheltered Picnic Areas
Sunday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Friday – Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

C. Diamonds/Sports Fields/Courts (Sports Uses)
Sunday – Thursday 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Friday – Saturday 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

D. Grass Areas (Non-Sports Uses)
8 Sunday – Thursday 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. (or until sunset for unlit grass areas)
Friday – Saturday 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. (or until sunset for unlit grass areas)
NORTH ARTESIA COMMUNITY CENTER AND A.J. PADELFORD PARK
A. Community Center
Monday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Friday – Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

B. Sheltered Picnic Area
Monday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Friday – Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Pursuant to Artesia Municipal Code Section 5-8.01, no person shall enter or remain in any public park in the City between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. the following day. Section 5-8.01 does not apply to persons attending events or activities authorized by the City.

VII. Section 7.00 – FACILITY USE REGULATIONS
Use of the Facilities shall be subject to the Department’s control. Facility Use Permits may be issued provided such issuance is in accordance with all requirements of the Code and these rules and regulations. Applicants should thoroughly review these rules and regulations to become familiar with all fees, policies, and procedures. Facility Use Permits shall be issued according to the following limitations, with the exception of City Uses:

A. Filing Facility Use Applications

1. Applicants requesting Use of a Facility may make reservations up to six months in advance of the intended Use. (See Section VII.B. – Time for Filing Facility Use Applications.)

2. All Facility Use Applications shall be made on official forms provided by the Department and must be deemed completed in order to process the application.

3. The Applicant’s filing of a Facility Use Application does not constitute approval.

4. The Applicant must present valid identification with the filing of a 9 Facility Use Application to establish (1) residency, (2) Non-Profit Organization status
(if applicable), (3) applicability of fees, and (4) the amount of fees, if any. No exceptions.

5. A person of at least twenty-one (21) years of age must sign and submit the Facility Use Application.

6. Facility Use Applications requesting the Use of any Facility for the following purposes requires the Applicant to apply for a large event Facility Use Permit:
a. Use of athletic fields or sports courts at Artesia Park or Padelford Park by priority Groups 2–5 for organized sports contests or sports tournaments. (See Exhibit B – Athletic Teams and Leagues.)
b. Use of Facilities involving three hundred (300) or more Persons gathered for a common purpose or Use of Facilities requiring sound amplification. (See Exhibit C – Large Groups and Special Equipment.)
c. Festivals, Carnivals, or Circuses. (See Exhibit D – Festivals, Carnivals and Circuses.)

7. The Applicant shall provide the Department with a single contact who is to serve as the responsible representative for the Use. The responsible representative must be present at all times during the time allotted on the approved Facility Use Permit.

8. The Facility Use Application must include preparation, set-up, and clean-up times should the Applicant require time to decorate or make other preparations.

9. The Applicant shall be responsible for securing all required permits, licenses, and/or insurance policies (see Exhibit F – Insurance Requirements). An Applicant requesting Use of a Facility for food distribution shall submit copies of required and necessary Los Angeles County Health Department permits issued to the Applicant for the food distribution with the filing of the Facility Use Application.

10. Application Fees:

An Applicant must submit fee of $250 at the time of filing an application. The fee will be applied to the security deposit and fees applicable to the Use less $50 for the processing fee. All payments of fees shall be made to the City of Artesia. The remaining rental fees shall be paid no later than two (2) weeks prior to the reservation. Payments are accepted in the form of cash, check, money order, cashier’s check, 10 or credit card.

11. Security Deposit Fee
a. All Facility Use Applications must be signed and submitted with a security deposit before consideration of Facility Use Permit Approval. The security deposit fee is necessary and must be adequate to cover any potential damage, anticipated police, public works, or recreation services costs, before consideration of Facility Use Permit Approval.
b. All Facility Use Applications for large event Facility Uses (see Section VII.A.6.) must be signed and submitted with the security deposit determined by the Department to be necessary and adequate based upon the Use to cover any anticipated police, public works, or recreation service costs, before consideration of large event Facility Use Permit approval.
c. The security deposit set forth shall secure the performance of the Applicant/Permittee’s obligations. Charges for additional costs incurred by the City as a result of the Use, including, but not limited to, cleaning or repair costs, or Staff Overtime Fees (see Section VII.F.1.h.) shall be deducted from the security deposit.

The balance of the security deposit will be refunded within fourteen (14) working days from date of Use together with a statement showing any charges made against such security deposit by the Department.

12. Facility Use Permit Fee
a. Payment of Facility Use Permit Fees shall be made in full a minimum of three (3) weeks prior to the intended Use and prior to the issuance of a facility use permit.
b. All established Facility Use fees have been reviewed and approved by City Council. (See Exhibit A – Facility Use Fee Schedule.) Any exceptions or special requests not covered by this policy must be submitted in writing to the Manager and shall be reviewed by the City Manager.
c. The Permittee agrees to and shall be liable for all Sheriff’s Department and additional charges incurred by the City at a rate equal to the Sheriff’s Department billing rate for Sheriff’s Department costs for any disturbances caused by the Permittee’s guests.

Cancellation Fee
A Person holding an advance reservation for Use of a Facility and 11 desiring to cancel such reservation shall be subject to the withholding of a portion of, or the entire, security deposit and/or fees:
a. Reservations cancelled at least four (4) months prior to the event:

Rental Fees (if paid) – Full Refund
Security Deposit – Less 10% processing fee
b. Reservations cancelled at least two (2) months prior to the event:

Rental Fees (if paid) – 50% Refund
Security Deposit – 50% Refund
c. Reservations cancelled less than two (2) months prior to the event: When Rental Fees are paid:

Rental Fees – No Refund Security Deposit – Full Refund
When Rental Fees are not paid:

Security Deposit – No Refund
Waiver or Reduction of Fees
a. Users are assessed different fee amounts based on the type of user Group 2-5, as outlined in Exhibit A: Facility Use Fee Schedule. All Facility Users shall pay the facility use fees corresponding to the type of user Group. No additional
discounts or waivers shall be offered.

B. Time for Filing Facility Use Applications

1. Facility Use Applications for all Uses shall be filed at least thirty (30) days in advance of the desired Use. Any application submitted within thirty (30) days of the desired Use shall be filed at least seven (7) businesses days prior to the desired Use date to allow for processing.

The intensity of the desired use will be taken into consideration in the ability to process an application within seven (7) businesses days.

2. Applicants may submit Facility Use Applications up to six (6) months in advance.

3. Submission of a Facility Use Application shall not imply or constitute a guarantee of use of the Facility. Applications shall not advertise or print invitations prior to receiving written approval of the Use.

4. The Department may permit Applicants to apply for continuous Use of Facilities up to a maximum of three (3) non-consecutive dates per year, per Facility Use Application. Resident Non-Profit Organizations may apply for continuous Use of Facilities up to four (4) nonconsecutive dates per year.

5. The Department, in its sole discretion, may permit Applicants for athletic teams and leagues large event Facility Use Permits to apply for continuous use of Facilities for more than three (3) dates per 12 year, per Facility Use Application in order to facilitate necessary advanced planning for athletic contests or tournaments.

6. The Department may preempt continuously scheduled Uses in the event of City use of the Facility or a national or local emergency that requires the City’s utilization of the reserved Facility during the emergency.

C. Standards for Approval of Facility Use Applications and Issuance of Facility Use Permits

1. Facility Use Permits shall only be issued to Applicants twenty-one (21) years of age or older.

2. No Use is permitted which is in violation of City, County, State, or Federal laws.

3. No Facility Use shall be granted for Commercial activity.

4. The Department may impose reasonable conditions or restrictions on the granting of a Facility Use Permit as is necessary to coordinate multiple uses of public property, assure preservation of public property and public places, prevent dangerous, unlawful or impermissible uses, protect the safety of Persons and property, and to control vehicular and pedestrian traffic in and around the Facility, including, but not limited to, any of the following:
a. Restrictions on fires, fireworks, amplified sound, dance or sports events, use of animals, Equipment or Vehicles, the number of Persons to be present, the location of any bandstand or stage, or any other use which appears likely to create a risk of
unreasonable harm to the use and enjoyment of the Facility by others, or of damage to the Facility;
b. A requirement that the Applicant post a security deposit calculated to include the cost of repair for any damage to Facilities and/or Equipment, or the cost of clean up, or both; c. A requirement that the Applicant pay a fee to defray the Department’s cost of furnishing adequate security personnel during the proposed Use;
d. A requirement that the Applicant pay any required business license tax or other required fees;
e. A requirement that the Applicant furnish additional sanitary and refuse facilities based on the Use for which the permit is being sought; and/or
13 f. A requirement that the Applicant provide evidence of insurance that the Manager determines to be necessary and adequate based upon the Use, other than, or in addition to, insurance required under Exhibit G of these regulations (e.g., Uses involving the movement of large loads may require motor carrier’s or
trucker’s liability insurance).
g. A requirement that the Applicant provide evidence of required and necessary Los Angeles County Health Department permits for Use of a Facility for food distribution.

5. The Department shall require a chaperon for every fifteen (15) youths under age eighteen (18) years at a dance or social function. Chaperons must be twenty-one (21) years or older. The Department shall also request a list of chaperons.

6. The applicant is responsible for providing security personnel that are licensed and certified by the State of California. The cost for security is the responsibility of the Permittee.

D. Approval and Denial of Facility Use Applications

1. A Facility Use Application is not considered approved until (1) the Applicant delivers to the Department the Facility Use Application, Application fee, Facility Use Permit fee, security deposit, certificate of insurance or insurance fee, written evidence of permits and licenses (if applicable), and any other items deemed necessary by the Department; and (2) the Department, based on the Applicant’s satisfaction of all permit requirements and/or conditions, approves such Use in writing, or in the case of a Facility Use Application for a large event Facility Use, the City Council, approves the Use at a regularly scheduled City Council Meeting.

2. A copy of the Facility Use Application will be returned to the Applicant after approval or denial.

3. The Department shall not deny Facility Use Applications based upon the content of any Expressive Activity conveyed by the Use, the identity of associational relationships of the Applicant, or any assumptions or predictions as to the amount of hostility which may be aroused in the public by the content, if any, ofspeech or messages conveyed by the Use.

4. The Department may deny Facility Use Applications on the following, but not limited to, bases:
a. The proposed Use will unreasonably interfere with or detract from public health, safety, or welfare, or from the general public use and enjoyment of the Facility.
14 b. The proposed Use will entail an extraordinary expense or operation by the City.
c. The Facilities and/or Equipment desired have been reserved for another Use on the day and hours requested in the application. d. The proposed Use will require the use of an entire City park. e. The proposed Use will interfere with City-sponsored programs. f. The Applicant has not paid all applicable security deposits or Facility Use Permit fees, or any checks for such fees or security deposits were returned to the City for insufficient funds. g. The Applicant previously used a City Facility, and, due to lack of cleaning or damage to the Facility and/or Equipment, did not receive all of the Application deposit back, or that Applicant failed to pay all fees or balances on Facilities or Equipment as arranged with the City.
h. The Applicant has failed to meet all Los Angeles County health and safety standards and requirements for food distribution.

5. Appealing Department Denials of Facility Use Applications.

Within ten (10) business days after receipt of the security deposit and the Facility Use Application, the Departmentshall apprise the Applicant of its reasons for denying the Facility Use Application or of any condition attached to the issuance of a Facility Use Permit. The Applicant shall have the right to appeal in writing, within five (5) days, to the City Manager. The appeal must include a copy of the notice of denial or conditions, a brief recitation of the basis of the appeal, and any other information, which the appellant may wish to submit. The City Manager will sustain or overrule the Department’s decision within five (5) business days of the appeal. The decision of the City Manager is final.

Facility Use Applications denied within thirty (30) days of the desired use shall file an appeal at least three (3) business days in advance of the desired use date to allow for processing time.

E. Indemnification, Insurance, and Subrogation

1. The Permittee shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City, its officers, employees, and agents from any and all losses, costs, expenses, claims, liabilities, actions, or damages, including liability for injuries to any person or persons or damage to property arising at any time during and/or arising out of or in any way connected with Permittee’s use or occupancy of the Facility or adjoining property, unless solely caused by the gross negligence or willful misconduct of the City, its officers, 15 employees, or agents.

2. Permittee shall procure and maintain general liability insurance against any and all losses, costs, expenses, claims, liabilities, actions, or damages, including liability for injuries to any person or persons or damage to property arising at any time during and/or arising out of or in any way connected with Permittee’s use or occupancy of the City’s facilities and adjoining property in the amount of one million dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence. Such insurance shall name the City, its officers, employees, and agents as additional insured’s prior to the rental date of the Facility. Permittee shall file certificates of such insurance with the City, which shall be endorsed to provide thirty (30) days’ notice to the City of cancellation or any change of coverage or limits. If a copy of the insurance certificates is not on file prior to the event, the City may deny access to the Facility.

3. Permittee shall report any personal injuries or property damage arising at any time during and/or arising out of or in any way connected with Permittee’s use or occupancy of the City’s Facilities and adjoining property to the Manager or his/her designee, in writing and as soon as practicable.

4. Permittee waives any right of recovery against the City, its officers, employees, and agents for fires, floods, earthquakes, civil disturbances, regulation of any public authority, and other causes beyond the City’s control. Permittee shall not charge results of “acts of God” to the City, its officers, employees, or agents.

5. Permittee waives any right of recovery against the City, its officers, employees, and agents for indemnification, contribution, or declaratory relief arising out of or in any way connected with Permittee’s use or occupancy of the Facility and adjoining property, even if the City, its officers, employees, or agents seek recovery against Permittee.

F. Conditions of Facility Use

1. General Facility Use Permit and Permittee Rules and Regulations a. The Permittee is an independent contractor and not the agent or employee of the City or Department.
b. The Facility shall be used for the purpose stated in the Facility Use Permit and no other use will be permitted.
c. Persons will not be permitted inside any Facility in excess of the established capacity of that Facility.
d. Facility Use Permits shall not be transferred or assigned without the prior written consent of the Department.
16 e. The Permittee shall not sublease the Facility to another Person to use the Facility for the period that Permittee has been allowed by the Facility Use Permit.
f. The Permittee shall not allow another Person to use the Facility for the period that Permittee has been allowed by the Facility Use Permit.
g. All Facility Use Schedules and Permits shall be issued for specific Facilities and/or Equipment and for specific hours, and the Facilities must be vacated as scheduled.
h. The Permittee shall pay an additional Staff fee (referred to herein as “Staff Overtime Fee”) of fifty-eight ($58.00) per hour for Use of a Facility beyond the Department’s hours of
operation.
i. Immediately prior to any Use of any Facility building the Permittee shall check in with and notify the Department of the Permittee’s intent to enter the building. Permittee shall complete a Pre-Use Inspection of the facility with Staff prior to beginning any Use setup. Permittee shall also complete a PostUse Inspection of the facility with Staff prior to leaving the facility.
j. The Permittee shall ensure that no disorderly or unseemly conduct be allowed in any City facility. Applicant may be liable for additional charges requiring law enforcement callouts.

2. Set Up · Clean Up · Decorations
a. Immediately prior to and after any Use of any Facility, the Permittee and Staff shall complete and sign Pre-Use and PostUse Inspection of the facility. b. The Permittee shall take full financial responsibility for any damage to or loss of City property or Equipment identified in the Condition of Inventory Checklist that occurs as a result of the Permittee’s Use and will be required to pay for same based on the current cost of repair or replacement. Funds to pay for damages or losses shall be deducted from the security deposit or paid additionally if the charge for damage is more than the security deposit. Until payment is received, the City shall have the right to revoke the Permittee’s current Facility Use Permit and reject future Facility Use Applications.
c. The Permittee/responsible representative listed on the Facility Use Application must be present at all times during the Use, including setup, opening, closing, and cleanup.
17 d. The Permittee, caterers, bands, florists, transporters of rental equipment, and related individuals will not be permitted access to the Facility prior to or after the Use time period. Permittee shall be responsible for arranging access during the time requested for entry and exit of the Facility.
e. The Permittee shall not prepare or decorate the Facility prior to the Use start time.
f. The Permittee is responsible for setting up, decorating, cleaning, and restoring the Facility and/or Equipment to its condition prior to Use. The Permittee shall pick up, bag, and remove all trash generated by all activity in any way connected with the Facility’s Use, leaving the
Facility clean and free of all trash and litter. The Permittee shall also leave all fixtures, if any, in good working condition.

Everything must be accomplished prior to the closing time stated in the Facility Use Permit and Staff may utilize the Condition of Inventory Checklist (see Section VII.F.2.b.) to ensure that this provision is satisfied. Should the Permittee fail to do so, the City’s actual cost to do so will be deducted from the security deposit.
g. The City takes no responsibility for Permittee’s items left in or on the Facility.
h. The Permittee shall not drive or permit to be driven nails, hooks, tacks, screws, staples, poles, stakes or other forms of fasteners into any part of the Facility and shall not make or allow to be made any alterations of any kind therein. No putty shall be permitted on any part of the Facility. No rice, birdseed, confetti, glitter or other similar items shall be thrown in or around any Facility. No open flames are permitted. However, the Manager may, by written consent, permit centerpiece candles if the Manager determines the fire safety of the candles to be adequate under the circumstances.
i. No signs, posters, pictures, advertisements, names or notices shall be inscribed, displayed, printed, or affixed to any part of the outside of any Facility without the Department’s prior written approval based upon content-neutral time, place, and manner restrictions.
j. Any decorating or other alterations to any Facility are subject to the Department’s approval based upon content-neutral time, place, and manner restrictions. No structures may be erected or assembled on premises, nor may extraordinary electrical, mechanical, or other equipment be brought thereon unless 18 written approval has been obtained from the Department. All Use of Facilities shall comply with all State and local fire, health and safety laws and all decorative materials must either be made of non-combustible substances or treated with State approved flame retardant.
k. All exit doors must be operable and no part of any stairway, hallway, corridor, or exit may be used in a way that obstructs its use as an exit.

3. Use of City Equipment and Storage of Permittee’s Equipment a. Equipment may not be removed, relocated, or taken from any Facility. The Permittee may only use Equipment normally located at the Facility with the prior written approval of the Department. Should the Permittee remove, relocate, or take City Equipment from any Facility, the cost to replace or relocate the City Equipment will be deducted from the security deposit. b. Storage of the Permittee’s personal equipment and materials is not permitted at any Facility without the Department’s prior written consent as to the type of equipment or materials to be stored, the facility or container that will used to store the equipment or materials, and the location of the storage facility or container. Should the Permittee store personal equipment and materials at any Facility without the Department’s prior written consent, the Department retains the right to dispose of the equipment and bill the Permittee for the disposal cost. c. City owned utility vehicles shall not be made available for use and shall not be used by the Permittee.
d. The Permittee may be authorized to drive personal utility vehicles on park grounds with the prior written consent of the Department and under reasonable terms and conditions as imposed by the Department and the Facility Use Permit. The Permittee shall not drive any other type of motorized vehicles on fields or green space.
e. The Permittee shall secure the approval of the Department before using audio/visual systems, public address systems, and live or recorded amplified music.

4. Miscellaneous
a. The City shall have the right to control and operate the public portions of the Facilities, the heating and air conditioning, and any common use areas, in a manner deemed best for the City. 19 b. Staff shall be assigned to be present during the Use. Staff shall be responsible for, and have complete authority over, the Facility, all Equipment, participants and Uses, and shall have the authority to request changes in Use, a reduction in the volume of noise created or emanating from the Use, or cessation of Use for public safety and wellbeing, and the group(s) using the Facility must comply with these requests or instructions.
c. Failure to comply with Staff instructions or requests shall result in a loss of all fees, security deposits paid, and cessation of Use. d. The City shall provide normal use building maintenance.

However, should additional maintenance be required, due to damage or an abnormal condition caused by the Permittee, the security deposit will be surrendered to cover any and all janitorial fees and/or repair fees incurred by the Department as a result of same. Permittees will not be allowed continued Use of any Facility or Equipment until such fees are submitted. e. Buildings shall be vacated no later than 10:00 p.m. on Friday through Saturday and 8:00 p.m. on Sunday through Thursday, and outdoor activities no later than 10:00 p.m. on Friday through Saturday evenings, unless it is co-sponsored by the City.

Outdoor usage Sunday through Thursday shall be no later than 8:00 p.m. Buildings are not available for Use City holidays or holiday eves unless prior written consent is granted by the City Council based upon Staff availability and any extraordinary expense or operation the City may incur as a result of the Use date.
f. The Permittee shall not use the City or Department’s name to suggest endorsement or sponsorship of Use without the prior written consent of the Department.
g. The Permittee shall observe, obey, and comply with all applicable City, County, State, and Federal laws, and these rules and regulations, including, but not limited to, the City’s Public Parks and Public Restrooms Code (Artesia Mun. Code, title 5, ch. 8, §§ 5-8.01-5-8.06.) and the Noise Code (Artesia Mun.

Code, title 5, ch. 2, §§ 5-2.05, 5-2.06(a)-(b), & 5-2.07(a).). h. The Permittee shall not discriminate against any person because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, political or religious affiliations, and/or disability. i. No publicity shall be made of the Use and no advertising shall be exhibited in or on Facilities prior to the issuance of the Facility Use Permit and unless expressly authorized in the Facility Use Permit. Approved publicity shall clearly and 20 accurately identify the name of the sponsoring organization or individual.
j. No gambling of any kind shall be conducted on or in Facilities.

An exception applies to charitable bingo games, raffles, or casino nights sponsored by Non-Profit Organizations as funding mechanisms to provide support for the Non-Profit
Organizations’ beneficial and charitable purposes.
k. The Permittee shall insure that no illegal or disorderly conduct shall be allowed in any Facility. The Permittee shall take full responsibility for the conduct of those using the Facility and Equipment and shall see to it that unauthorized portions of the Facility are not used.
l. No collection of donations or contributions, and no sale of entry tickets or of anything of value shall be made on City property without the Department’s prior written consent, nor shall any City property be used for purposes of personal gain. Charges of this nature are subject to the Department’s approval.
m. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited and shall not be permitted in or on any Facility, with the exception of the Community Center when requested and approved in writing by the Manager for City sponsored or co-sponsored events. (Artesia Municipal Code, title 5, ch. 8, § 5-8.02.) The City reserves the right to place restrictions on the use of alcoholic beverages in accordance with state law and Department policy. No alcoholic beverages are permitted for Community Center Uses expressly conducted for Persons under the age of 21. (See Exhibit G – Serving of Alcoholic Beverages).
n. Where applicable, the Permittee shall demonstrate proof of adequate insurance coverage. (See Exhibit F – Insurance Requirements.)
o. Where applicable, the Permittee shall provide reasonable security for the permitted Use to insure the safety and security of Persons and/or personal property. (See Exhibit E – Security.) p. Inspection and permits by the Fire Department to assure compliance with public assembly regulations may be required at the Permittee’s expense. The Permittee shall be present during such inspection and be billed directly by the Fire Department. q. The City is not liable for accidents or injuries to Persons, or loss of or damage to group or individual personal property that occurs in connection with the permitted Use, unless solely caused by the negligence of the City, its officers, employees, or 21 agents.

5. Failure of Permittee to Comply with the Conditions of Facility Use a. Should the Permittee fail to comply with any provision of the Conditions of Facility Use, and such failure results in the City incurring damages, losses, expenses, fees, or costs (“costs”) for which the security deposit is insufficient to collect, the City may, and retains the right to, file a civil collection action against the Permittee for payment of all or part of the costs should the City bill the Permittee for all or part of the costs, and the Permittee fails to pay the monies owed within the time specified in the bill.

G. Cancellation and Revocation

1. The Permittee is responsible for notifying the Department of any changes in Use, including cancellations of advance reservations.

Permittees shall be liable for cancellation fees, including, but not limited to, the nonrefundable application fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) and applicable fees as outlined in Section VII.A.12 outlined above. If the security deposit is insufficient to collect the forfeit fee, the City may, and retains the right to, file a civil collection action against the Permittee for payment of all or part of the forfeit fee if the City bills the Permittee for all or part of the forfeit fee and the Permittee fails to pay the monies owed within the time specified in the bill.

2. The Department has the authority to revoke an advance Facility reservation or a Facility Use Permit at any time whenever false information has been reported to the City or Department, or there has been a violation of any City, County, State or Federal laws, or these rules and regulations, or any condition or restriction under which the Facility Use Permit was issued. A revocation of an advance Facility reservation shall result in the loss of the application deposit. A revocation of a Facility Use Permit may result in the Department denying the Permittee further Use of the Facility and Permittee shall forfeit a portion or all of the rental fee and/or the security deposit.

EXHIBIT A

CITY OF ARTESIA

FACILITY USE FEE SCHEDULE
Room/Area of Use Maximum
Capacity
Minimum
Hours of Use
Group 2 and
Group 3 Users
Group 4 Users Group 5 Users Security
Deposit
Albert O. Little Community Center
Meeting Room A or B 40 2 hours $30 per hour $50 per hour $80 per hour $150 Southeast Multipurpose
Room
75 5 hours $36 per hour $60 per hour $90 per hour $150
East Multipurpose Room 150 5 hours $60 per hour $100 per hour $130 per hour $150 West Auditorium 150 5 hours $78 per hour $130 per hour $160 per hour $150 Entire Hall 300 5 hours $132 per hour $220 per hour $250 per hour $300 Artesia Park
Unsheltered Picnic Area *1 None Free Free Free $50
Sheltered Picnic Area 10 tables 4 hours $15 per hour $25 per hour $55 per hour $75 Sports Courts: Tennis,
Basketball, Soccer
* 1 hour $10 per hour $15 per hour $20 per hour $150
Lightsfor a single type of
Sports Court
* 1 hour $5 per hour $5 per hour $5 per hour
Baseball Diamonds
1,2,3, or 4 No Lights
* 1 hour $30 per hour
per field
$50 per hour
per field
$80 per hour
per field
$150
Lightsforsingle Baseball
Diamonds
* 1 hour $10 per hour
per field
$10 per hour
per field
$10 per hour
per field
Estimate
Costs2
Pee Wee Diamonds & Open
Space Areas
* 1 hour $30 per hour
per area
$50 per hour
per area
$80 per hour
per area
$150
Grass Area Inside Baseball
Diamond Fence – No Lights
* 1 hour $60 per hour $100 per hour $130 per hour $500
1 Outdoor spaces have variable capacities depending on the type and location of the Use. 2 Users requesting use of field lights will be charged an estimated light security fee based on the estimated duration and time of day of the event and expected sunset time. Any unused light security funds will be refunded following the use along with the security deposit. If the light security fee is insufficient for the time the lights are on, the balance will be deducted from the facility use security deposit.

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A-2
Baseball Diamonds 1-4
Tournament & Snack Bark
Use/No Lights
* Maximum of
14 hours
$720 per day $1,200 per day $1,500 per day $800
Field Lights for tournament
and grass area use (all lights).
* 1 hour $40 per hour $40 per hour $40 per hour Estimate Costs2
Room/Area of Use Maximum
Capacity
Minimum
Hours of Use
Group 2 and
Group 3 Users
Group 4 Users Group 5 Users Security
Deposit
North Artesia Community Center/AJ Padelford Park
Multipurpose Room 120 5 hours $60 per hour $100 per hour $130 per hour $150 Classrooms A, B, or C 20 1 hour $15 per hour $25 per hour $55 per hour $150 Sheltered Picnic Area 5 tables 4 hours $15 per hour $25 per hour $55 per hour $100 Basketball Court * 1 hour $10 per hour $15 per hour $20 per hour $150 Open Space * 1 hour $30 per hour $50 per hour $80 per hour $150 All Uses scheduled outside of facility operational hours will be assessed a $58 per hour staff fee to keep facilities open. At no time will a facility use occur without staff members present.

The Facility Use Fee Schedule will be reviewed annually to ensure the fees assessed are adequate to recover the cost of operations in association with facility uses.

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EXHIBIT B

CITY OF ARTESIA

LARGE EVENT FACILITY USE PERMITS AND ADDITIONAL FEES

ATHLETIC TEAMS AND LEAGUES
A. Use of the athletic fields or courts at Artesia Park or A.J. Padelford Park by Priority Groups 2–5 for organized sports team or sports tournament uses will require a large event Facility Use Permit, a maintenance security deposit as determined by the Department to be necessary and adequate under the circumstances, and the approval of the City Council.

B. Continuous Use of the athletic fields or courts at Artesia Park or A.J. Padelford Park for organized sports team or sports tournament uses recommended for approval by the Parks and Recreation Department require payment of facility use fees in accordance with the City Facility Use Fee Schedule (see Exhibit A).

C. The large event Facility Use Permit shall be issued for a period not to exceed 15 days in one month to permit other use of the athletic fields and to allow for the recovery of athletic fields.

D. The large event Facility Use Permit shall only be issued for Use of the athletic fields when there is no City Use of the fields.

E. The large event Facility Use Permit shall be applied for in the manner set forth in the City’s Facility Use Regulations and require approval of the Manager. All rules and regulations established by the City shall be followed in conducting said sports team or sports tournament Use.

F. In addition to the Facility Use Application requirements set forth in Section VII.C. of the Facility Use Regulations, a Facility Use Application for an organized sports team or sports tournament Use is not considered approved until the Applicant delivers to the Department the team rosters of teams participating in the athletic Use.

G. In order to maintain the quality and long range scheduling of the Artesia and Padelford Parks for organized sports team or sports tournament Use, Permittee shall keep and maintain the athletic fields or courts in a good and clean condition (e.g., by picking up and properly disposing of trash left by Permittee and/or event participants, not causing the pooling of water on the athletic fields after hosing down fields, etc.). Should extra maintenance be required, due to an abnormal condition caused by the Permittee, the security deposit will be surrendered to cover said maintenance and damages.

H. See Exhibit F for applicable insurance requirements.

I. The City may cancel uses of Artesia or A.J. Padelford Parks for any of the following reasons:

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1. The City is engaged in repair work involving any of the Facilities scheduled to be utilized.

2. The Department has determined at check-in time that heavy rains have rendered the athletic fields or courts unusable.

3. The Department has determined at check-in time that the health and safety of participants are threatened due to impending conditions, including, but not limited to, heavy rains, excessive heat, or smog alerts.

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EXHIBIT C

CITY OF ARTESIA

LARGE EVENT FACILITY USE PERMITS AND ADDITIONAL FEES

LARGE GROUPS AND SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
A. Facility Uses involving large groups exceeding three hundred (300) Persons gathered for a common purpose or requiring sound amplification require large event Facility Use Permits, Use Fees (see Exhibit A — Facility Use Fee Schedule), additional fees as outlined in Exhibit D—Large Event Facility Use Permits and Additional Fees, and the approval of the City Council.

B. Plot plans/maps shall accompany large event Facility Use Applications for Uses involving sound amplification, tents, booths, bleachers, special equipment, or large groups exceeding three hundred (300) Persons.

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EXHIBIT D

CITY OF ARTESIA

LARGE EVENT FACILITY USE PERMITS AND ADDITIONAL FEES

FESTIVALS, CARNIVALS AND CIRCUSES
A. Festival, Carnival and Circus large event Facility Use Permits shall be applied for in the manner set forth in the City’s Facility Use Regulations and require the approval of the City Council. All rules and regulations established by the City shall be followed in conducting said Festival, Carnival, or Circus.

B. A one thousand five hundred dollar ($1,500) refundable cash security deposit (see Section VII.A.11.b. – Security Deposit Fee) and liability insurance bond in the minimum amount of five million dollars ($5,000,000) with the City of Artesia named as additional insured, must be on file with the Department at least fourteen (14) days prior to the Festival/Carnival/Circus equipment entering the Facilities.

C. Festivals, Carnivals, or Circuses, for which the large event Facility Use Permittee’s employees are used to set up or operate, are required to show evidence of workers’ compensation insurance.

D. The large event Facility Use Permittee and Festival/Carnival/Circus management shall file a plot plan/map of the physical arrangements of the Festival/Carnival/Circus (i.e., location of tents, canopies, temporary membrane structures, stages, seating, portable toilets, etc.) with the Department. The ratio of the number of portable toilets to the projected number of Festival/Carnival/Circus participants shall comply with applicable State Health Department and Americans with Disabilities Act requirements. The Department must approve the plot plan/map prior to approval of the large event Facility Use Permit for the Festival/Carnival/Circus. The large event Facility Use Permittee and Festival/Carnival/Circus management shall adhere to the approved plot plan/map.

E. The large event Facility Use Permittee and Festival/Carnival/Circus management shall file an operation plan with the Department. The operation plan shall describe the set up operations and clean up operations, including the time periods allowed for each, who and how many persons will be involved, and arrangements for trash and debris containment and removal. The Department must approve the operation plan prior to approval of the large event Facility Use Permit for the Festival/Carnival/Circus. The large event Facility Use Permittee and Festival/Carnival/Circus management shall adhere to the approved operation plan.

F. The large event Facility Use Permittee and Festival/Carnival/Circus management shall file a program itinerary with the Department. The program itinerary shall include the timing of events to occur, information on plans to ensure occupancy/participant attendance, and crowd control plans for before, during, and after the event. The Department must approve the program itinerary prior to approval of the large event Facility Use Permit for the Festival/Carnival/Circus. The large event Facility Use D-2
Permittee and Festival/Carnival/Circus management shall adhere to the approved program itinerary.

G. The large event Facility Use Permittee and Festival/Carnival/Circus management shall file a parking, traffic control, and circulation plan with the Department. The Department must approve the plan prior to approval of the large event Facility Use Permit for the Festival/Carnival/Circus. The large event Facility Use Permittee and Festival/Carnival/Circus management shall adhere to the approved parking, traffic control, and circulation plan.

H. The large event Facility Use Permittee shall submit to the City, at least fourteen (14) days prior to the Festival/Carnival/Circus opening, the name, address, and phone numbers of the Festival/Carnival/Circus’ management.

I. Festival/Carnival/Circus management shall submit a list of Festival/Carnival/Circus personnel to the Department at least fourteen (14) days prior to the Festival/Carnival/Circus equipment entering the City. The Department must have the names and phone numbers of Festival/Carnival/Circus representatives who can be reached twenty-four (24) hours a day.

J. Festival/Carnival/Circus personnel, who will be working at least two (2) weeks prior to the Festival/Carnival opening, shall complete and file investigation cards with the Sheriff’s Department. These cards may be obtained from the Department.

K. The large event Facility Use Permittee and Festival/Carnival/Circus management shall obtain all applicable electrical and safety permits from the City’s Building and Safety Department. Inspections will be made by appointment only between the hours of 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

L. It is the responsibility of the large event Facility Use Permittee and Festival/Carnival/Circus management to observe, obey, and comply with all applicable City, County, State, and Federal laws, these Facility Use rules and regulations, and any special rules and regulations governing Festivals, Carnivals or Circuses.

M. It is the responsibility of the large event Facility Use Permittee and Festival/Carnival/Circus management to observe, obey, and comply with all applicable noise and sound limitations imposed by the large event Facility Use Permit in order to ensure that disturbance to surrounding residents is minimized.

N. It is the responsibility of the large event Facility Use Permittee and Festival/Carnival/Circus management to observe, obey, and comply with all applicable standards in the operation of elevators and/or portable amusement rides (including bungee jumping) during the Festival/Carnival/Circus, including, but not limited to, California Code of Regulations, title 8, chapter 4, subchapter 6, California Code of Regulations, title 8, article 35, sections 3900 to 3920, and California Labor Code sections 7901 to 7906. Further, the large event Facility Use Permittee and Festival/Carnival/Circus management shall be responsible for obtaining all necessary permits for the operation of elevators and/or portable amusement rides from the D-3
Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) Elevator, Ride and Tramway Unit.

O. It is the responsibility of the large event Facility Use Permittee and Festival/Carnival/Circus management to observe, obey, and comply with all applicable minimum safety standards in the care and conduct of animals used in the Festival/Carnival/Circus as promulgated by the United States Department of Agriculture and the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care & Control, and/or contained in the Los Angeles County Codes pertaining to animal care and control.

P. The large event Facility Use Permittee shall be responsible for police patrol during the set-up, operation, and tear down of the Festival/Carnival/Circus. The large event Facility Use Permittee shall contact the Sheriff’s Department and be financially responsible for the officers. The Sheriff’s Department shall specify the number of Sheriff’s Deputies required.

Q. The large event Facility Use Permittee shall be responsible for any City Staff costs for setting up, monitoring, and taking down the event Facilities. The actual costs will be determined following the Festival/Carnival/Circus, and the amount paid will be deducted from the cash security deposit, resulting in either a refund to the large event Facility Use Permittee or a balance due to the City.

R. The Department shall conduct an inspection of the grounds prior to the Festival/Carnival/Circus equipment entering Artesia Park and immediately after the Festival/Carnival/Circus equipment leaves the Park.

S. No Festival/Carnival/Circus or any activities related thereto will be permitted on the turf area of Artesia Park without prior consent from the City.

T. Festival/Carnival/Circus equipment shall not be permitted on the Facilities prior to the date and time approved by the Manager.

U. The large event Facility Use Permittee shall be responsible for any non-operation hours fees and any additional Staff Overtime Fees.

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EXHIBIT E

CITY OF ARTESIA

SECURITY
A. The Department, when necessary and adequate under the circumstances, shall require a minimum number of security officers for the Use. The cost of security is the responsibility of the Permittee. Security shall be arranged through the Department and made a condition to approval of the Facility Use Application. Security services must be in place ten (10) working days prior to the activity.

B. The Sheriff’s Department shall determine the number of security officers or personnel required for the Use based on the description of the event, whether or not alcohol will be served, and the number of participants, their ages, etc. Security officers or personnel shall be present at all Private events held at the Community Center at which alcohol is served. The Department may, when adequate under the circumstances, authorize Permittee’s employment of security personnel, other than Sheriff’s Department personnel, provided the personnel employed meet the requirements of the Sheriff’s Department for the type of Use.

C. Permittee is solely responsible forsupervising all individuals at the Facility and adjoining property during the Use. The Department is not responsible for providing this supervision. However, Staff shall monitor Facility Uses and have authority to suspend the serving of alcohol, evict individuals from the Facility if their conduct is reasonably deemed to be detrimental to the public, and/or terminate the Facility Use.

D. Should Staff determine the need to contact the Sheriff’s Department for any disturbances caused by the Permittee’s guests, the Permittee agrees to and shall be liable for all Sheriff’s Department and additional charges incurred by the City at a minimum rate of one hundred fifty dollars ($150.00) per hour. If the security deposit is insufficient to collect the additional charges, the City may, and retains the right to, file a civil collection action against the Permittee for payment of all or part of the additional charges if the City bills the Permittee for all or part of the charges and the Permittee fails to pay the monies owed within the time specified in the bill.

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EXHIBIT F

CITY OF ARTESIA

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. The procurement of insurance shall be required for all facility uses. In addition, the following uses require additional insurance and information to be provided by the user prior to the Use: (1) athletic organized sports team or sports tournament Uses; (2) Uses anticipating a large number of participants exceeding three hundred (300) Persons; (3) Festival, Carnival, and Circus Uses; and (4) Uses requiring security officers or personnel.

B. All Persons reserving Uses that require additional insurance and provisions shall provide the City with a Certificate of Insurance naming the City of Artesia as an additional insured, as outlined below.

1. The Permittee shall obtain, and keep in full force, at the Permittee’s expense and for the mutual benefit of the City and the Permittee, a general liability insurance policy providing for:
a. claims and liability for personal injury, death or property damage arising from the Use, occupancy or disuse of the Facility or adjoining areas and ways;
b. at least one million dollars ($1,000,000) for bodily injury or death for any one person;
c. at least one million dollars ($1,000,000) for any one accident or occurrence; and
d. no less than two million dollars ($2,000,000) general aggregate.

2. Unless otherwise approved by City, insurance provided pursuant to these requirements shall be by insurers authorized to do business in California and with a minimum A.M. Best rating of A:VII.

3. Further, all such policies shall contain language to the effect that:
a. the City of Artesia and its respective elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, and volunteers are added, by endorsement, as additional insureds prior to the Use date of the Facility; b. the insured waives the right of subrogation against the City of Artesia and against the City of Artesia’s agents and representatives; c. the policies are primary and noncontributing with any insurance that may be carried by the City of Artesia; and
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d. the policies cannot be canceled or materially changed except upon prior thirty (30) day written notice by the insurer to the City of Artesia.

4. In the event of any cancellation or material change, any agreement between the City and the Permittee shall terminate and be of no further force and effect.

5. The Permittee shall furnish the City with a certificate of insurance evidencing such insurance and naming the City of Artesia as additional insured at least fourteen (14) working days prior to the Permittee’s Use of the Facility. Certificates issued to the City shall contain the following language:

THE CITY OF ARTESIA, ITS ELECTED OR APPOINTED OFFICIALS,

EMPLOYEES, AND VOLUNTEERS ARE INCLUDED AS INSURED BY
ENDORSEMENT. THIS COVERAGE SHALL BE PRIMARY AND CITY
INSURANCE SHALL NOT BE CONTRIBUTORY. THERE SHALL BE NO
SUBROGATION AGAINST THE CITY. NO CANCELLATION OR
MATERIAL CHANGE SHALL BE MADE WITHOUT THIRTY (30) DAYS
WRITTEN NOTICE TO THE CITY.

6. Certificates are subject to review and approval by the City.

7. If a copy of the certificate is not on file prior to the Use, the City may deny access to the Facility.

8. The Permittee shall report any personal injuries or property damage arising at any time during, out of, or in any way connected with Permittee’s Use or occupancy of a Facility and adjoining property to the Manager, or his/her designee, in writing as soon as practicable.

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EXHIBIT G

CITY OF ARTESIA

SERVING OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
A. The service of alcohol is only permitted during City sponsored or co-sponsored Uses in the Community Center. (Artesia Municipal Code, title 5, ch. 8, § 5-8.02.) B. Facility Uses requesting the service of alcohol in the Community Center shall be applied for in the manner set forth in the City’s Facility Use Regulations and require prior written consent of the City Manager. All rules and regulations established by the City shall be followed in conducting said Use.

C. In order to serve alcohol, the Applicant/Permittee must comply with the following process:

1. Applicants shall submit Facility Use Applications to serve alcohol in the Community Center to the Manager. Facility Use Applications to serve alcohol in the Community Center shall contain the following information:
a. The name, address, and phone number of the responsible representative, including, where applicable, the officers and/or directors of a corporation. b. The date and hours of occupancy of the Community Center. c. A State permit and/or license for alcoholic beverages. d. An additional clean-up and damage security deposit determined to be necessary and adequate by the Department under the circumstances. e. Evidence of the hiring of the Sheriff’s Department for the Use of the Community Center.
f. Evidence (in the form of certificates and additional insured endorsements) of Host Liquor Liability insurance coverage in an amount no less than one million ($1,000,000) in addition to other insurance requirements, as described in Exhibit G.

2. The City reserves the right to place restrictions on the use of alcoholic beverages in accordance with State Law and Department policy.

3. The Permittee shall only sell alcoholic beverages with proof of permits allowing the sale of alcohol and prior written consent of the Department.

4. No alcoholic beverages are permitted for Uses expressly conducted for persons under the age of 21 and the Permittee shall not serve alcohol to minors. The Permittee’s failure to comply, monitor and enforce this law is grounds for terminating the Facility Use and forfeiting all security deposits and fees. Injuries G-2
caused to any person as a result of alcoholic beverages being served and/or consumed by a minor on City premises shall be the sole responsibility of the Permittee and/or responsible representative, unless solely caused by the negligence of the City, its officers, employees, or agents.

5. Injuries caused to any person as a result of alcoholic beverages being served and/or consumed by any person on the City’s premises, or arising off the City’s premises, or as a result alcohol being available on the City’s premises, shall be the sole responsibility of the Permittee and/or responsible representative.

6. The Permittee shall only serve alcohol within the Community Center. The Permittee shall not serve alcohol or allow alcohol to be consumed in the Community Center’s parking lots, public patio areas, or adjacent outside grounds adjacent.

7. Persons other than the Permittee shall not bring alcoholic beverages into the Facility.

8. Security officers or personnel shall be present at all Private events held at the Community Center at which alcohol is served. The Department, may authorize Permittee’s employment of security personnel, other than Sheriff’s Department personnel, provided the personnel employed meets the requirements of the Sheriff’s Department for the type of Use. The cost of security is the responsibility of the Permittee. Security shall be arranged through the Department and made a condition to approval of the Facility Use Application.

9. Staff shall monitor Uses and have authority to suspend the serving of alcoholic beverages and/or terminate the Use. Should Staff determine the need to contact the Sheriff’s Department for any disturbances caused by the Permittee’s guests, the Permittee shall be liable for all Sheriff’s Department and additional charges incurred by the City at a minimum rate of one hundred fifty dollars ($150.00) per hour. If the security deposit is insufficient to collect the additional charges, the City may, and retains the right to, file a civil collection action against the Permittee for payment of all or part of the additional charges if the City bills the Permittee for all or part of the charges and the Permittee fails to pay the monies owed within the time specified in the bill.

10. If security is not present, Staff may request that the Use be discontinued and to ask the Permittee’s group to leave the area.

11. If participants are found to be using illegal drugs on City property, the Use will be terminated immediately.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 9K.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Resolution Regarding Public Notice Posting Locations FROM: Jennifer Alderete, City Clerk
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council, adopt Resolution No. 26-3083, Establishing the Location in the City of Artesia as a Public Place for Posting.

BACKGROUND:

The Ralph M. Brown Act (California Government Code Section 54950 et seq.) governs the conduct of public meetings for local legislative bodies, ensuring that their deliberations and actions are conducted openly and that the public is kept informed. A core requirement of the Brown Act is the public posting of an agenda at least 72 hours prior to a regular meeting, containing a brief general description of each item of business to be transacted or discussed.

The City of Artesia ("City") established its original procedures for public noticing upon its incorporation on May 29, 1959. At that time, three physical locations were selected for the posting of official notices and agendas. Over the ensuing decades, these physical posting locations have been updated and relocated through the adoption of Resolution Nos. 18, 22, 453, 465, and 600.

In recent years, the Brown Act was modernized to reflect the digital age. Currently, the law requires that an agenda be posted in a single location that is freely accessible to the public, as well as on the agency’s website.

Effective July 1, 2026, Senate Bill 707 has further expanded these transparency requirements for "eligible legislative bodies." The Brown Act now requires:

The translation of agendas into "applicable languages" (as defined by the Act based on community demographics).

The posting of these translated agendas at the designated physical posting location and on the City’s website.

The provision of a designated space near the physical agenda posting location for the public to post translations of the agenda.

Staff is currently evaluating the specific impacts of these new requirements on City operations. Additional information and a formal update regarding SB 707 will be brought to the City Council for consideration at a future meeting.

ANALYSIS:

Upon evaluation, staff determined that the Library location does not meet these expanded physical requirements.

The Library is a shared public space with limited posting space; the City does not have the jurisdictional authority to install the necessary expanded display cases or public posting boards required by the new law. City Hall and the Community Center would require expenditures for new signage, weatherproof display cases, and dedicated wall space.

The original 1959 designation of three separate sites was established at a time when physical notices were the only way for residents to receive information. With the advent of website posting, which is also now required, the necessity for multiple physical sites within the City has diminished.

The close proximity of the existing three sites is also a significant factor in the recommendation to reduce the physical posting locations:

The Library is located approximately 700 feet from City Hall.

The Community Center is located approximately 350 feet from City Hall.

Given that all three sites are within a very short walking distance of one another, maintaining three separate, SB 707-compliant posting stations is redundant. Consolidating the posting location to a single site does not meaningfully impede public access to information, as the primary legal notification now occurs online, and the central physical hub remains at City Hall.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The cost of one additional board for public posting was added to the mid-year budget update.

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Staff recommends the City Council, adopt Resolution No. 26-3083, Establishing the Location in the City of Artesia as a Public Place for Posting.

Attachments
Resolution 26-3083.pdf
Reso 600.pdf
RESOLUTION NO. 26-3083

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

ARTESIA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING ONE LOCATION

PLACE IN THE CITY OF ARTESIA AS PUBLIC PLACE FOR

POSTING
WHEREAS, The Ralph M. Brown Act (California Government Code Section 54950 et seq.) governs the conduct of public meetings for local legislative bodies, ensuring that their deliberations and actions are conducted openly and that the public is kept informed.

A core requirement of the Brown Act is the public posting of an agenda at least 72 hours prior to a regular meeting, containing a brief general description of each item of business to be transacted or discussed;
WHEREAS, The City established its original procedures for public noticing upon its incorporation on May 29, 1959. At that time, three physical locations were selected for the posting of official notices and agendas. Over the ensuing decades, these physical posting locations have been updated and relocated through the adoption of Resolution Nos. 18, 22, 453, 465, and 600;
WHEREAS, Since the City last updated its physical posting locations, the Brown Act has been updated and now requires that an agenda be posted in a single location that is freely accessible to the public, as well as on the agency’s website; and WHEREAS, The City Council now wish to update the City of Artesia’s phyiscal location for public posting to reflect the current rules established by the Brown Act.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARTESIA DOES HEREBY FIND, ORDER AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. All prior versions of resolutions of the City Council governing the Public Place(s) for Posting are hereby repealed and replaced as of the effective date of this Resolution.

SECTION 2. Effective immediately upon adoption of this resolution, all prior Resolutions governing the Public Place(s) for Posting are hereby repealed and replaced and the following place within the City of Artesia is hereby established and designated as the public place within the City for the posting of ordinances and such resolutions, notices, and other documents required to be posted by law:

Artesia City Hall
18747 Clarkdale Avenue
Artesia, California 90701
SECTION 3. This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon adoption.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED on this 13th day of April 2026. ________________________________
RENE J. TREVINO, MAYOR
Resolution No. 26-3077

ATTEST:
_________________________________

JENNIFER ALDERETE, CITY CLERK
APPROVED TO FORM:
_________________________________

BEST BEST & KRIEGER, CITY ATTORNEY

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 9L.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Third Amendment to the Paratransit Demand Response Transportation Services Agreement with Administrative Services Cooperative, Inc. to Provide On-Demand Transportation for Qualified Participants
FROM: Karen Lee, Special Projects Manager
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
Jamie Murguia, Finance Manager
HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council, approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute a third amendment on their behalf, to the Paratransit Demand Response Transportation Services Agreement between the City of Artesia and Administrative Services Cooperative, Inc. to provide paratransit demand-response transportation services for an amount not to exceed $359,000.

BACKGROUND:

The City Council approved an agreement with Administrative Services Cooperative, Inc. (the Contractor) for paratransit demand response transportation services (Dial-a-Ride Program), and authorized the City Manager execute the first amendment on January 17, 2023 for a term ending January 2027. The first amendment set forth a new contract term, service rates, operating days and hours, ride limits, and revised the service area to better reflect ridership trip patterns. The Dial-a-Ride program provides rides within a defined service area for residents who are 60 years and older or disabled (qualified ridership). The City Council further amended the agreement on June 17, 2024 with amendment two, which increased the not-to-exceed amount of the contract to $309,000 and extended the term of the agreement to June 30, 2027.

ANALYSIS:

The City has seen a significant uptick in utilization of the Dial-a-Ride program among qualified ridership since Fiscal Year 2024-25. The Agreement allows each qualified rider four trips per day, at a maximum of 50 trips per month. For most qualified riders, the limit is not reached; however, there are many riders that do take advantage of the 50-trip per month cap. As such, it has caused the Agreement's not-to-exceed value to be reached sooner than expected. Staff is conducting an internal review of how the City can continue a high service level, but also address the spike in costs. The third amendment to the Agreement would allow Staff time to develop this strategy, while maintaining services to qualified riders.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no impact to the General Fund associated with the adoption of amendment three. The City utilizes annual Prop A local return funds for this program, and funds are available to cover the amendment of the agreement.

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Staff recommends that the City Council, approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute a third amendment on their behalf, to the Paratransit Demand Response Transportation Services Agreement between the City of Artesia and Administrative Services Cooperative, Inc. to provide paratransit demand-response transportation services for an amount not to exceed $359,000.

Attachments
Third Amendment - Dial-a-Ride (1).pdf
Admin Services Cooperative 01-17-23 TO 01-31-27.pdf
1 THIRD AMENDMENT TO

CITY OF ARTESIA PARATRANSIT DEMAND RESPONSE

TRANSPORTATION SERVICES AGREEMENT
PARTIES AND DATE.

This Third Amendment to the Agreement for Paratransit Demand Response Transportation Services (“Agreement”) is made and entered into on April 13, 2026, by and between the City of Artesia, a California municipal corporation (“City”) and Administrative Services Cooperative, Inc., a California corporation, (“Contractor”). The City and Contractor are collective referred to herein as the “Parties.”
RECITALS.

1.1 Agreement. The Parties entered the Transportation Services Agreement dated January 17, 2023 (“Agreement”).

1.2 First Amendment. The Parties entered into a First Amendment dated July 27, 2023, in order to revise the Service Area and Limitations provisions of the Agreement.

1.3 Second Amendment. The Parties entered into a Second Amendment dated June 17, 2024, in order to increase the total compensation under the agreement and extend the term of the agreement.

1.4 Third Amendment. The Parties now desire to amend the Agreement in order to increase the total compensation under the Agreement.

2. TERMS.

2.1 Compensation. Section 4.11.1 “Compensation” of the Agreement is amended in its entirety and restated Subsection A.5 is hereby amended in its entirety as follows:
“The City will compensate the Contractor for the services for the services on a monthly basis for each year service is provided under this agreement at the rates set forth in Exhibit “C”.” attached hereto and incorporated by reference. The compensation shall not exceed Three Hundred Fifty Nine Thousand Dollars ($359,000) over the Term of the Agreement without written approval of the City Council or City Manager, as applicable. Extra Work may be authorized, and if authorized, will be compensated at the rates and manner set forth in this Agreement. The City Manager will have authority to approve Extra Work within 10% of the total compensation.”

2.2 Remaining Provisions of Agreement. Except as otherwise specifically set forth in this Third Amendment, the remaining provisions of the Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

SIGNATURE PAGE FOR THIRD AMENDMENT TO CITY OF ARTESIA

PARATRANSIT DEMAND RESPONSE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES AGREEMENT IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have entered into this Agreement as of the 13th day of April, 2026.
2 CITY OF ARTESIA
By:

ABEL AVALOS
City Manager
ATTEST:

By:

JENNIFER ALDERETE
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By:

Best Best & Krieger LLP
City Attorney

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
COOPERATIVE, INC.

By:

Its:

Printed Name:

By:

Its:

Printed Name:

PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 10A.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Introduction of an Ordinance Regarding Arco AM/PM Code Amendment and Conditional Use Permit (Case No. 2025-12)
FROM: Steven Valdez, Planning Manager
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Paul Bollier, Community Development Director
Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
Abel Avalos, City Manager

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council, by motion:

1. Open and conduct a public hearing;

2. Waive Full Reading and Introduce Ordinance No. 26-984, amending AMC §9-2.3203(l) to remove the prohibition on alcohol sales at automobile service stations within the Commercial General (CG) Zone; and

3. Find the Ordinance exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines §§15061(b)(3) and 15378(b)(5).

BACKGROUND
In September 2017, Johal Oil Corporation obtained approval of a Variance and Conditional Use Permit to construct an automobile service station and to allow the off-site sale of beer and wine. A Design Review application was also approved for site improvements and construction of the commercial building and related canopy structure.

At the time of the 2017 approvals, Artesia Municipal Code (AMC) §9-2.3203(l)(4) prohibited the sale of alcoholic beverages at automobile service stations. Because a variance cannot authorize a land use that is expressly prohibited by ordinance, staff has determined that the prior authorization allowing alcohol sales at this automobile service station was issued in error.

The current application was submitted to upgrade the existing alcohol license from a Type 20 (Off-Sale Beer and Wine) license to a Type 21 (Off-Sale General) license and to remove the code prohibition through a Zoning Text Amendment. The proposed amendment would remove subsection (4) of AMC §9-2.3203(l), which currently prohibits alcohol sales in conjunction with automobile service stations.

Planning staff evaluated the application to determine compliance with the City’s adopted General Plan policies, Municipal Code regulations, and in conjunction with alcohol license concentration data provided by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC). Based on the analysis, staff recommended denial of the Zoning Text Amendment and Conditional Use Permit due to the existing over-concentration of alcohol licenses within Census Tract 5545.21, elevated crime in the reporting district, and the policy implications associated with removing a longstanding regulation that prohibits alcohol sales at automobile service stations.

POLICY CONSIDERATIONS
Planning staff maintains that approval of the Zoning Text Amendment would remove a longstanding land use regulation that prohibits alcohol sales at automobile service stations throughout the City. This provision has historically functioned as a regulatory safeguard intended to limit alcohol availability in locations characterized by extended hours of operation, high vehicle turnover, and direct access to major roadways.

While the Planning Commission determined that Public Convenience or Necessity (PCN) could be established for the proposed license upgrade, staff’s analysis concluded that the record does not clearly demonstrate that the public benefit of expanded alcohol sales outweighs the potential risks associated with increased alcohol availability in an area already identified by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control as having an undue concentration of off-sale alcohol licenses and elevated crime indicators.

Staff also notes that the current request arises from a 2017 entitlement that authorized alcohol sales despite an existing Municipal Code prohibition. Because a variance cannot legalize a use that is expressly prohibited by ordinance, the prior approval created a procedural inconsistency with the City’s adopted regulations.

Ensuring that the Municipal Code is applied fairly and consistently is an important component of the City’s land use authority. Addressing past procedural inconsistencies and applying adopted regulations consistently helps maintain the integrity of the City’s planning framework and ensures that land use decisions are made using the same standards for all applicants.

Although staff’s professional analysis recommended denial of the Zoning Text Amendment and Conditional Use Permit based on these policy considerations, the Planning Commission voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend approval of the Conditional Use Permit and recommend approval of the corresponding Text Amendment to remove the prohibition of alcohol sales at automobile service stations. The analysis below was revised based on Planning Commission's recommended actions.

Scope of City Council Review:

The City Council’s action is limited to consideration of a Zoning Text Amendment (Ordinance No. 26-984) to modify the Artesia Municipal Code.

Specifically, the Council is being asked to:

Remove AMC §9-2.3203(l)(4), which currently prohibits alcohol sales in conjunction with automobile service stations; and
Determine whether this prohibition should remain as a Citywide land use regulation, or be replaced with a discretionary review requirement through the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) process.

The Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is not before the City Council for approval or denial. The CUP was approved by the Planning Commission on March 17, 2026, and its approval is contingent upon adoption of the Zoning Text Amendment.

The City Council is not evaluating the merits of the Conditional Use Permit, but rather whether the Municipal Code should allow such uses to be considered through a discretionary process.

ANALYSIS
Site and Surrounding Uses
The subject property is located at the southwest corner of Pioneer Boulevard and 168th Street and is developed with an existing automobile service station and convenience market. Properties to the north, south, and east are zoned Commercial General (CG). Properties to the west are zoned Single-Family Residential.

Zoning Text Amendment
To facilitate the upgrade of the existing alcohol license from a Type 20 (Off-Sale Beer and Wine) license to a Type 21 (Off-Sale General) license, a Zoning Text Amendment is required to remove the existing prohibition on alcohol sales at automobile service stations.

Adoption of the Zoning Text Amendment would:

Eliminate the current code prohibition;
Allow automobile service stations citywide to apply for alcohol sales through a Conditional Use Permit; and Enable the previously approved Conditional Use Permit to become effective.

Removal of the prohibition does not automatically authorize alcohol sales at automobile service stations. All such requests would remain subject to case-by-case discretionary review and approval through the CUP process.

The proposed amendment would remove subsection (4) of AMC §9-2.3203(l), which is shown in bold below:

1. Such use shall not be located within one thousand (1,000) feet from any other use where off-premises alcoholic beverages are sold;

2. Such use shall not be located within six hundred (600) feet from a church, school, playground, or park;

3. Such use shall not be located within one hundred (100) feet of any residential zone; and

4. Such use shall not be located on the same lot or parcel, or in conjunction with any premises, which operates an automobile service station or sells gasoline or fuel to the public for the operation of motor vehicles.

As proposed, the amendment would modernize the Municipal Code by removing a categorical prohibition while maintaining regulatory oversight through performance-based standards applied via the Conditional Use Permit process.

ALCOHOL LICENSE REVIEW AND PUBLIC CONVENIENCE OR NECESSITY Staff coordinated with the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) to review alcohol license concentration data within Census Tract 5545.21 and citywide.

Although the Census Tract meets ABC’s technical threshold for “undue concentration” pursuant to Business and Professions Code §23958.4, the Planning Commission determined that findings of Public Convenience or Necessity (PCN) can be made based on the following:

The site has operated with off-sale beer and wine since 2017 without documented nuisance conditions attributable to alcohol sales;
The upgrade to a Type 21 license expands product offerings but does not increase floor area, hours of operation, or operational intensity;
The site is located along a major arterial commercial corridor designed to accommodate regional traffic and commercial activity; and
Potential impacts can be mitigated through conditions of approval, including operational controls, security measures, and compliance monitoring.

The Planning Commission further found that the controlled sale of distilled spirits within an existing convenience market serves consumer demand while remaining subject to regulatory oversight by both the City and ABC.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
The Ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because the Ordinance is not a CEQA “project” pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5), which provides that organizational and administrative activities of governments that will not result in physical environmental impacts are not CEQA projects, and here the proposed Ordinance modifies regulations regarding the sale of alcoholic beverages subject to conditional use permits in the General Commercial (C-G) Zone. Further, the City Council finds that State CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) exempts those activities for which it can be seen with certainty that there is no potential to result in significant environmental effects. The Ordinance has no potential to result in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly, as the Ordinance does not propose nor authorize any action that would have the potential to cause a physical change in the environment, directly or indirectly.

PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Planning Commission considered the staff report and supporting analysis recommending denial of the proposed Zoning Text Amendment and Conditional Use Permit and voted 5-0 to direct staff to return with a revised resolution reflecting approval findings and conditions of approval. In reaching its recommendation, the Planning Commission considered the following factors:

The site has operated with off-sale beer and wine since 2017 without documented nuisance conditions attributable to alcohol sales;
The request represents an upgrade of an existing license rather than the introduction of a new alcohol outlet.

At its March 17, 2026 meeting, the Planning Commission unanimously approved (5-0) a Conditional Use Permit (Approved Resolution attached) to allow an upgrade of the alcohol beverage license from Type 20 (Off-Sale Beer and Wine) to Type 21 (Off-Sale General) license, and recommended that the City Council adopt Ordinance 26-984 to remove subsection (4) of AMC §9-2.3203(l) to eliminate the prohibition on alcohol sales at automobile service stations within the Commercial General (CG) Zone. The approval of the Conditional Use Permit is contingent on the adoption of Ordinance 26-984 to remove the prohibition on alcohol sales at automobile service stations.

The Planning Commission recommends approval of the Zoning Text Amendment based on site performance, regulatory controls, and consistency with General Plan policies.

City Council action is required to:

Determine whether to remove the existing prohibition on alcohol sales at automobile service stations; Establish a discretionary regulatory framework in place of a categorical prohibition; and Enable the Planning Commission-approved Conditional Use Permit to take effect, if the Ordinance is adopted.

COUNCIL RECOMMENDED ACTION
Staff recommends the City Council, by motion:

1. Open and conduct a public hearing;

2. Adopt Ordinance No. 26-984, amending AMC §9-2.3203(l) to remove the prohibition on alcohol sales at automobile service stations within the Commercial General (CG) Zone; and

3. Find the Ordinance exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines §§15061(b)(3) and 15378(b)(5).

Attachments
Ordinance 26-984.pdf
Letter of Intent.pdf
Application.pdf
ABC Analysis.pdf
ORDINANCE NO.26-984

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF ARTESIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
SECTION 9-2.3203(l) TO TITLE 9 OF THE ARTESIA

MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDING REGULATIONS

RELATED TO ALCOHOL SALES AT AUTOMOBILE

SERVICE STATIONS IN THE GENERAL
COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONE; AND DETERMINING THE

ORDINANCE TO BE EXEMPT FROM CEQA
WHEREAS, the City of Artesia (“City”) is authorized under its police power to enact regulations to preserve the public health, safety, and welfare; and WHEREAS, Article 32 of Title 9 of the Artesia Municipal Code (“AMC”) currently regulates alcohol at gasoline stations in the General Commercial (CG) Zone; and
WHEREAS, the applicant applied for a Zoning Text Amendment application to amend Article 32 of Title 9 of the AMC to remove a restriction prohibiting the sale of alcohol at gasoline service stations in the General Commercial (CG) zone (“Ordinance”); and
WHEREAS, on March 17, 2026, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the proposed Ordinance, and following receipt of all public testimony, closed the public hearing on that date and adopted Resolution No. 2026-05P, recommending the City Council adopt the Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing on April 12, 2026 at which members of the public were afforded an opportunity to comment on the Ordinance, the recommendations of staff, and other public testimony; and
WHEREAS, all legal preconditions to the adoption of the Ordinance have occurred.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARTESIA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Recitals. The City Council hereby finds and determines that the Recitals above are true and correct and incorporated herein.

SECTION 2. CEQA. The City Council finds that this Ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because the Ordinance is not a CEQA “project” pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5), which provides that organizational and administrative activities of governments that will not result in physical environmental impacts are not CEQA projects, and here the proposed Ordinance amends a regulation related to the sale of alcohol for off-stie consumption at gasoline stations in the Commercial General (CG) zone. Further, the City Council finds that State CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) exempts those activities for which it can be seen with certainty that there is no potential to result in significant environmental effects. The Ordinance has no potential to result in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly, as the Ordinance does not propose nor authorize any action that would have the potential to cause a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly. The City Council directs staff to file a notice of exemption within five days of the adoption of this Ordinance.

SECTION 3. General Plan Consistency. Based on the entire record before the City Council, and all written and oral evidence presented, the City Council hereby finds that the Ordinance is consistent with the City’s adopted General Plan.

The purpose of the proposed Ordinance is to amend Section 9-2.3203(l) of Title 9 related to the sale of alcohol for off-site consumption at gasoline services stations within the General Commercial (CG) zone. The amendment requires applicants to obtain a conditional use permit to sell alcohol for off-site consumption. The conditional use permit will allow staff to address potential impact by means of conditions in order to protect residential areas from the effects of alcohol-related nuisances to preserve real estate values and high quality of life, consistent with Community Policies LU 2.1 and 2.2 in the General Plan. Therefore, the Ordinance is consistent with the General Plan.

SECTION 4. Amendment. Section 9-2.3203(l)(4) is removed from Title 9 of the Artesia Municipal Code as set forth below:
Ҥ 9-2.3203(l) Uses Permitted Subject to Conditional Use Permits (C-G). (l) Sales of alcoholic beverages for consumption of alcoholic beverages off the premises, provided that such use complies with the following criteria:
(1) Such use shall not be located within 1,000 feet from any other use where off-premises alcoholic beverages are sold;
(2) Such use shall not be located within 600 feet from a church, school, playground or park;
(3) Such use shall not be located within 100 feet of any residential zone;. (4) Such use shall not be located on the same lot or parcel or, in conjunction with any premises, which operates an automobile service station or sells gasoline or fuel to the public for the operation of motor vehicles.

SECTION 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days following its adoption.

SECTION 6. Severability. Should any provision of this Ordinance, or its application to any person or circumstance, be determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to be unlawful, unenforceable or otherwise void, that determination shall have no effect on any other provision of this Ordinance or the application of this Ordinance to any other person or circumstance, and, to that end, the provisions hereof are severable. The City Council of the City of Artesia declares that it would have adopted all the provisions of this Ordinance that remain valid if any provisions of this ordinance are declared invalid.

SECTION 7. Adoption, Certification, and Publication. The City Clerk of the City of Artesia shall certify the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same, or a summary thereof, to be published and/or posted in the manner required by law.

SECTION 8. Record of Proceedings. The documents and materials associated with this Ordinance that constitute the record of proceedings on which these findings are based are located at 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, California, 90701. The City Clerk is the custodian of the record of proceedings.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Artesia, California, at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 12th day of April, 2026 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
______________________________

RENE TREVINO, MAYOR
ATTEST:
__________________________________

JENNIFER ALDERETE, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
__________________________________

BEST BEST & KRIEGER, CITY ATTORNEY
JOH AL OIL CORPOR ATION, INC.
16809 PIONEER BLV[).

Atz"rcsih, CA 90701
(562) 547-3779
July 29, 2025
To: City of Artesia
From: Johal Oil Corporation, Inc.

RE: Application for Conditional Use Permit
Business: Arco Gasoline Station
Property: 16809 Pioneer Blvd., Artesia Ca 90701
Letter of Intent
As you are aware, we have owned the subject property since 2015 and have completely rebuilt the current Arco Gasoline Station-Mini Mart. We have developed a quality property in the City of Artesia and look forward to many years of operation. Currently, our mini-mart operation allows for the sale of beer and wine. We are looking to expand our operation by adding full liquor sales within our mini-mart operation.

By adding the additional liquor sales to oi.ir operation, this will allow us to offer additional items for our customers to purchase and will also add additional sales revenue for the city. There will be no consumption of any alcoholic beverages on the premises. Currently, in or near our ocation, we believe only Stater Bros is selling beer, wine and liquor.

If approved, we will be adding the proper shelving within the mini-mart area and such will be behind our service counters.
questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.

Sincerely,
Paramjit (PJ) Singh
Johal Oil Corporation, Inc.

We thank you in advance for your considerat'on and approval. Should you have any 18747 Clarkdale Avenue
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COND!T!ONAL USE PERMIT:

This Conditional Use Permit is requested for the following reasons (findings):
1) TheproposedconditionaluseisnotinsubstantialconflictwiththeGeneralPIanastollows:
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2) Theproposedconditionalusewillnotadverselyaffectthehealth,safetyandgeneralwelfareasjollows:
3) The site for the proposedconditional use is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the yards, walls, fences,parking and loading facilities, landscaping, and other development features set forth in this chapter or as required as a condition in order to integrate such use with the uses in the neighborhood as follows:
4) The site for the proposed conditional use is served by highways and streets adequate in width and improvedasnecessary to carry the kind and quantity Of traffic such use will generate:

Doesthe proposeduse requirea Determination of Unlisted Use? NO ;f YES (If YES, explain the proposed uSe below)
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This Design Review is requ for the following reasons (findings):
1) The design and layo of the proposed development or structures is consistent with the City's General Plan, any appli specific plan, any applicable design guidelines, and tt"iedevelopment standards set forth in this ter as follows:

Th design ofthe structures, including the layout, size, shape, mass,height, architectural elementsand o erdesignfactorsareappropriatetothesizeandshapeoTthelotandarecompatibleandharmonious the uses and structcires on adjacent properties as follows:

The granting of this Variance will not be materially detrimental to .the public vvelTareor ina ous to properties or improvements in the vicinity as follows:

The granting of this Variance does not constitute a specia1 privilege e applicant:

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The design of the project will provide a desirable environment for its its neighbors through good aesthetic use or high-quality builda textures, and landscape features as Tollows:
pants, the visiting public and
erials, design elements, colors,
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The building materi and design Features are oT a quality and type that will remainaesthetically appealing over ' without necessitating Frequent and unrealistic maintenance orreplacement 4)
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Signature of Applicant:

Signature of Property Owner:
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICATION SUBMITTAL:
it is essential that all of the following materials be submitted so that we may process your application:
1) Corripleted Application (signed by the applicant and the property 6wner, ij different) 2) Applicable Fees (plus environmental documentation Fiting fees):
3) Environmental Assessment Form: To be completed by the applicant; 4) Letter Of Intent: Prepare a written narrative that describes your request <or approval; Conditional Use Permit/Desiqn Review:
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Variance:

Describe the unique circumstances that apply to your property (i.e. size, shape, location, or topograpl"iy), 'why the strict application of the zoning code would depriveyouof the why
privileges enioyed by other propertyownersin the vicinityandthesame;zonedistrict,and the granting of this variance wili not constitute a special privilege. See Var!ance findings on page 2-3.
5) )J4opiesofthefollovyirigp!ansiasdeemedapplicablebystaff: 2 kavv/ CoftfS a) Plot plan drawn to scale and fully dimensioned, and including the following information:

Scale of plot plan (Minimum its" = l'-o" or i' = j0t-Ol))i north arrowi dimensi6nsofsite, square tootage OT Site, square footage Of structure(s), setbacks, parking,trash stqrage, signage, landscaped areas, ioading and storage areas, etc.; Floor plan, drawn to scale (Minimum '1/4" = I '-O") and fully dimensioned; Elevations, drawn to scale (Mtnimum 1/4" = i '-O"), and Tully dimensioned; One (1 ) COLORED set of the elevations and material board. d) c)
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property owner's name, street number, city, state, zip code, and AssessorsParcelNumber.The mailing address labels shall include all property owners within a 300loot radiusoftheprojectsite and it must also correspond with the radius map as described above (Item#8). Inaddition,please attach one (1 ) Xerox copy of the mai1ing address labels. The source oTreferenceTortheproperty 5 Re'v. Dec.2022
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i , herebV Certify that the attached list contains the names and addresses as they appear on the latest available assessment roll of the County of Los Angeles within the area described and for a distance of three hundred (300) feet from the exterior boundaries of the property legally described as:

Signature of Applicant:

Date:

Subscribed and sworn bet'ore me this day of , 20
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Artesia, CA 90701 @ (562) 865-6262 0 Fax (562) 865-6240 300' RADtUS MAP & MAIL!N(i LIST SERVICES:

If a project requires a public hearing (i.e. Planning Commission and/or City Council), the applicantneeds to submit a 300' radius map and address mailing labets of all the property owners within a 300' radius around the project site. Companies that provide the required radius map and mailing labels serviceare listed below for your convenience.

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JOH AL OIL CORPOR ATION, INC.
16809 PIONEER BLV[).

Atz"rcsih, CA 90701
(562) 547-3779
July 29, 2025
To: City of Artesia
From: Johal Oil Corporation, Inc.

RE: Application for Conditional Use Permit
Business: Arco Gasoline Station
Property: 16809 Pioneer Blvd., Artesia Ca 90701
Letter of Intent
As you are aware, we have owned the subject property since 2015 and have completely rebuilt the current Arco Gasoline Station-Mini Mart. We have developed a quality property in the City of Artesia and look forward to many years of operation. Currently, our mini-mart operation allows for the sale of beer and wine. We are looking to expand our operation by adding full liquor sales within our mini-mart operation.

By adding the additional liquor sales to oi.ir operation, this will allow us to offer additional items for our customers to purchase and will also add additional sales revenue for the city. There will be no consumption of any alcoholic beverages on the premises. Currently, in or near our ocation, we believe only Stater Bros is selling beer, wine and liquor.

If approved, we will be adding the proper shelving within the mini-mart area and such will be behind our service counters.
questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.

Sincerely,
Paramjit (PJ) Singh
Johal Oil Corporation, Inc.

We thank you in advance for your considerat'on and approval. Should you have any

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 11A.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Resolution Regarding the Contingent Designation of Pioneer Boulevard as ‘Little India’ Upon the Formation of a Business Improvement District
FROM: Carmen Zambrano, Management Analyst
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-3082, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Artesia, California, Designating the Area Along Pioneer Boulevard From 183rd Street to 188th Street as ‘Little India,’ Contingent Upon the Formation of a Business Improvement District and Adoption of Assessments.

BACKGROUND:

The City has continued to work with its consultant to conduct outreach and feasibility analysis related to a potential BID along the Pioneer Boulevard corridor for the past several months. A Business Improvement District (BID) is a property owner-led initiative formed pursuant to California law, through which assessed property owners fund improvements and services within a defined district. The City's role in this process is to facilitate outreach, provide technical support, and administer the legal formation process, should property owners demonstrate sufficient support. The formation, governance, and ongoing management of the BID are determined by the property owners within the proposed district.

On March 9, 2026, the City Council discussed naming the Downtown corridor in coordination with the proposed BID, directed staff to return with a resolution to designate the area as “Little India,” and requested additional information on the area’s business composition.

ANALYSIS:

Historical Context
The Pioneer Boulevard corridor has organically developed as a center of Indian and South Asian commerce over the past five decades. The area's roots trace to the early 1970s, when the first Indian-owned businesses began establishing themselves in Artesia to serve a growing South Asian population in the surrounding region. By the early 1980s, a cluster of South Asian-oriented businesses had moved into shops along Pioneer Boulevard, helping to revitalize what had been a declining commercial strip. Through the 1980s and 1990s, the corridor continued to grow as more South Asian businesses moved into the downtown.

The name "Little India" has been in colloquial use for decades and is widely recognized, including on major mapping platforms, as a descriptor for this corridor. Since 2003, businesses in the area have been advocating for formal designation with "Little India" signage along the 91 Freeway. However, the designation has never been formally adopted by the City Council. The proposed resolution represents the first formal civic action to officially recognize the corridor's established identity.

Resolution and District Naming Consideration
The proposed resolution would designate the area along Pioneer Boulevard from 183rd Street to 188th Street, as generally shown in the attached map, as “Little India.” The effectiveness of this designation is contingent upon the adoption of the Resolution of Formation of the Business Improvement District (BID) and the adoption of assessments for the general geographic area along Pioneer Boulevard between 183rd Street and 188th Street, as provided in the attached map, and shall not take effect until such actions occur.

This action is intended to serve as a formal civic designation and recognition of the corridor, and is separate from the legal formation and governance of the BID. While the designation may support future branding and place making efforts, the BID, if formed, would independently determine its branding, marketing, and programmatic priorities through its governing body.

Considering the designation concurrently with BID formation allows both efforts to advance in coordinated manner.

If approved, the designation and the BID would become effective simultaneously, creating alignment between district identity and organizational structure, while remaining legally and functionally distinct actions.

Adoption of the resolution does not establish the BID, and it does not obligate the property owners to proceed. The BID will only be formed if property owners within the proposed district demonstrate the level of support required under State law and the City Council subsequently approve its formation and assessment through a separate public process.

Business Composition Analysis
As requested by the City Council, staff conducted a field review of businesses within the proposed district area to better understand existing commercial activity and the corridor’s overall character. This review consisted of a complete inventory of all active businesses within the study area and focused on identifying businesses with a cultural or regional offering.

For the purposes of this analysis, a "cultural or regional offering" refers to businesses that reflect cultural identity through their goods, services, or marketing. This determination was based solely on publicly visible indicators such as business name, signage, menus, product offerings, and branding, as observed in-person and through publicly available sources such as business websites and online listings. This approach reflects how businesses present themselves to the public.

This analysis is based on a complete dataset of active businesses within the proposed BID area. Because all active businesses were reviewed and categorized using consistent observable criteria, the resulting figures are descriptive of the full population of active businesses in the corridor, providing a reliable basis for understanding overall business composition and visible commercial character.

There are 155 active businesses within the corridor, all of which were observed and reviewed as part of this analysis. Of these, 86 businesses, or 55% of the total businesses, were identified as having a cultural or regional offering. Accordingly, the 55% figure reflects the proportion of all active businesses within the corridor that meet this definition, providing a complete and statistically descriptive snapshot of current conditions within the study area.

See table below for breakdown of businesses identified with a cultural offering:

Cultural or Regional Offering  Count
Indian  48
South Asian  29
Chinese  4
Indian-Chinese Fusion  3
Ethiopian 1
Filipino 1
Total  86
Based on this breakdown:

Approximately 93% of businesses with a cultural or regional offering reflect Indian or broader South Asianoriented goods, services, or marketing.

Approximately 59% explicitly identify as Indian through their name, branding, or primary offerings.

For purposes of this analysis, businesses categorized as “Indian” are those that clearly promote Indian-specific goods or services (e.g., Indian cuisine, sweets, or specialty retail). Businesses categorized as “South Asian” reflect broader regional influences, including culturally identifiable goods, services, or marketing associated with South Asian countries such as India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

This approach reflects how businesses present themselves to the public and contributes to understanding the corridor’s visible commercial identity. Overall, Indian and South Asian-oriented businesses represent a significant and highly visible presence within the corridor, particularly within the retail and dining environment most experienced by visitors. This concentration contributes to a distinct and recognizable commercial identity.

Based on these observed conditions, the “Little India” designation is intended to reflect the corridor’s visible cultural and commercial character, rather than serve as a comprehensive label for all businesses in the area. This analysis represents a snapshot of current conditions and may evolve over time as businesses change.

Based on the information above, staff recommends that the City Council adopt the proposed Resolution to designate the area as “Little India,” contingent upon formation of the BID and adoption of assessments. Following formation and assessment adoption, staff would coordinate with Caltrans to pursue cultural designation signage along the 91 Freeway to support way finding and reinforce the corridor’s identity.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact to the General Fund associated with adoption of this resolution at this time.

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-3082, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Artesia, California, Designating the Area Along Pioneer Boulevard From 183rd Street to 188th Street as ‘Little India,’ Contingent Upon the Formation of a Business Improvement District and Adoption of Assessments.

Attachments
Resolution 26-3082.pdf
Resolution 26-3082 Exhibit A - Boundary Map.pdf
RESOLUTION NO. 26-3082

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

ARTESIA, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE PIONEER
BOULEVARD CORRIDOR BETWEEN 183RD AND 188TH

STREET AS LITTLE INDIA, CONTINGENT UPON THE

SUCCESSFUL FORMATION OF A BUSINESS
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, AND AFFIRMING THE CITY’S

INTENT TO SUPPORT FUTURE PLACEMAKING AND

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS WITHIN THE

DESIGNATED AREA
WHEREAS, the City of Artesia is committed to supporting economic development, revitalization, and placemaking efforts that enhance the vitality of its commercial corridors and reflect the unique identity of its business community; WHEREAS, the location generally along Pioneer Boulevard between 183rd Street and 188th Street serves as a significant commercial corridor within the City, characterized by a diverse mix of retail, food-based, and service-oriented businesses that contribute to regional economic activity and cultural expression;
WHEREAS, the City engaged a consultant to support outreach, facilitation, and feasibility discussions regarding the potential formation of a Business Improvement District (“BID”) pursuant to California Streets and Highways Code Sections 36500 et seq.; WHEREAS, such efforts include coordination with property owners and stakeholders within the proposed area who have expressed interest in exploring potential BID formation and related economic development tools;
WHEREAS, the potential formation of a BID and its defined legal boundaries remains a separate process that would require compliance with all applicable legal requirements, including property owner participation, public hearings, and future City Council action, and no BID is established by this Resolution; WHEREAS, as part of ongoing BID feasibility and planning efforts, the City has received feedback and requests from businesses within the corridor area, requesting the area be named “Little India.” The City conducted a business composition analysis of existing uses within the proposed corridor area, which reflects a notable concentration of businesses that advertise or otherwise self-identify as Indian and/or South Asian businesses that contribute significantly to the corridor’s public-facing identity and consumer experience;
WHEREAS, based on the requests from the businesses and the observable commercial and cultural character, the City Council finds that the corridor possesses a distinctive identity that may be appropriately recognized through a place-based designation for purposes of civic identity, placemaking, and economic development strategy;
WHEREAS, the designation of “Little India” is intended to reflect the observable cultural and commercial character of the retail and food-based environment and does not constitute a regulatory classification, zoning designation, or legal determination regarding business ownership or identity;
WHEREAS, the “Little India” designation established herein is a separate and independent City action from the formation of the BID, and shall not take effect unless and until such BID is formed;
WHEREAS, any future freeway signage shall be coordinated by the City with the California Department of Transportation upon the BID being formed and the naming as described herein taking effect;
WHEREAS, this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines in that it does not constitute a “project” because it is an organizational and planning action that does not have the potential to result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment; and,
WHEREAS, any future actions involving physical improvements, installations, or capital projects within the designated area will be subject to environmental review under CEQA prior to implementation, as applicable.

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARTESIA DOES HEREBY FIND, ORDER, AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Artesia hereby designates the corridor along Pioneer Boulevard between 183rd Street and 188th Street, as depicted on the attached map, incorporated herein by this reference as Exhibit “A”, as “Little India” for purposes of civic identity, cultural recognition, and future economic development and placemaking efforts.

Substantially within this proposed area
SECTION 2. The designation provided in Section 1 is contingent upon the formation of a Business Improvement District (BID) and adoption of assessments within the general geographic area along Pioneer Boulevard between 183rd Street and 188th Street as provided in Exhibit “A.”
SECTION 3. The purpose of this designation is to support a cohesive identity for the corridor that reflects its observable character and to assist in future discussions related to economic development, tourism promotion, and corridor enhancement strategies.

SECTION 4. Nothing in this Resolution shall be construed to classify, regulate, or define any individual business based on cultural, ethnic, or national identity within the designated area.

SECTION 5. This Resolution shall not take effect immediately upon adoption.

Rather, the effective date of this Resolution shall be the effective date of the adoption of the Resolution of Formation of the BID and adoption of assessments for the the general geographic area along Pioneer Boulevard between 183rd Street and 188th as provided in Exhibit “A.”
SECTION 6. The process to implement signage for a cultural designation on the freeway for “Little India” shall take effect following the effective date of this Resolution, as provided in Section 5.

SECTION 7. If any provision of this Resolution shall be held or made invalid by a court decision, statute or rule, or shall be otherwise rendered invalid, the remainder of this Resolution shall not be affected thereby.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 13th day of April, 2026. ____________________________________

RENE TREVINO, MAYOR
ATTEST:
____________________________________

JENNIFER ALDERETE, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________________

BEST BEST & KRIEGER, CITY ATTORNEY
EXHIBIT “A”
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 11B.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Introduction of an Ordinance Relating to New Developments' Annexation into Financing Districts
FROM: HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
Jamie Murguia, Finance Manager
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council, by motion, introduce Ordinance No. 26-985, adding Chapter 16 to Title 18 of the Artesia Municipal Code Relating to New Developments' and Annexation into Financing Districts and Setting Alternatives and Exemptions; and Determining the Ordinance to be Exempt from CEQA.

BACKGROUND:

In 2017, the City of Artesia ("City") established the City of Artesia, Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services), Los Angeles County, State of California (the “District”), pursuant to the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 (Gov. Code § 53311 et seq.) (the “Act”). The District was created in order to provide a method of funding specified services for new residential development occurring within the City. The District levies special taxes on parcels of taxable property therein to provide necessary public services including police, fire, ambulance, flood and storm protection, maintenance and lighting of parks, parkways, streets, roads, and open space (the “Services”).

Under the Act, the City may annex additional residential property to the District, and following its formation, the City has conducted annexations of additional property to the District. This item would create a regulation to formally require all new residential development occurring within the City to annex into the District or similar community facilities district. This is to meet increased demands placed upon the City’s services as a result of new residential development. The proposed regulations also provide that if a subject property does not annex into the District, for whatever reason, then the property owner shall pay for the Services that would have been covered by the District at the rate and method of apportionment of special taxes approved in connection with the District. In other words, the project applicant for new residential development has the option to either privately fund the costs of the services applicable to their project or it may elect to annex said property into the District to meet this requirement.

ANALYSIS:

Approval of this item balances the City’s need to meet increased demands from new development and implement prudent fiscal policies to ensure new residential development pays its fair share of the costs of services. The regulation also facilitates the production of affordable housing by exempting deed restricted affordable housing project, as specified in the proposed ordinance. Additionally, any property receiving a welfare exemption pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code section 214(g) will be exempt from the special tax of the District pursuant to Government Code section 53340(c) for as long as the property qualifies for the exemption.

If approved, the Ordinance would add Chapter 16 to Title 18 of the Artesia Municipal Code as described in the attached Ordinance. Chapter 16 would require all new development to fund the increased costs of the City’s services through annual payments. For properties that have annexed in to the District, the payments would be annual payments of special taxes collected on the county annual property tax rolls.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact to the City’s general fund if this item is approved. This item is designed to reduce reliance on the City’s general fund. The costs associated with annexations into the District, or another special financing district, will be paid for through a deposit collected from the developer to complete such annexation. The ongoing services to be funded will be paid for through special taxes imposed and collected on the county’s property tax roll annually.

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Staff recommends that the City Council, by motion, introduce Ordinance No. 26-985, adding Chapter 16 to Title 18 of the Artesia Municipal Code Relating to New Developments' and Annexation into Financing Districts and Setting Alternatives and Exemptions; and Determining the Ordinance to be Exempt from CEQA.

Attachments
Ordinance No 26-985.pdf
ORDINANCE NO. 26-985

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF ARTESIA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER
16 TO TITLE 8 OF THE ARTESIA MUNICIPAL CODE

RELATING TO NEW DEVELOPMENTS AND

ANNEXATION INTO FINANCING DISTRICTS AND
SETTING ALTERNATIVES AND EXEMPTIONS; AND

DETERMINING THE ORDINANCE TO BE EXEMPT

FROM CEQA
WHEREAS, the City of Artesia (“City”) is authorized under its police power to enact regulations to preserve the public health, safety, and welfare; WHEREAS, in 2017, the City established the City of Artesia, Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services), Los Angeles County, State of California (the “District”), pursuant to the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 (commencing with Gov. Code § 53311 et seq.) (the “Act”) in order to provide a method of funding specified services for the development occurring within the District and to pay all costs associated with forming the District; WHEREAS, pursuant to article 3.5 of the Act, the City may annex additional property to the District and the City has conducted annexations of additional property to the District subsequent to its formation;
WHEREAS, the District levies special taxes on parcels of taxable property therein for the purpose of providing quintessential and necessary public services including police, fire, ambulance, flood and storm protection, maintenance and lighting of parks, parkways, streets, roads, and open space (the “Services”). The City Council formed and approved the District through Resolution Nos. 17-2661, 17-2662, and 17-2663;
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to formalize a condition upon which all new residential development occurring within the City must annex into the District, or similar community facilities district to meet increased demands placed upon the City as a result of new development of real property;
WHEREAS, the proposed regulations provide that if a subject property does not annex into the District, for whatever reason, then alternatively, the property owner shall pay for the services that would have been covered by the District providing the Services at the rate and method of apportionment of special taxes approved in connection with the District;
WHEREAS, the Ordinance balances the City’s need to meet increased demands from new development and facilitate the production of affordable housing by applying to all new development but exempting deed restricted affordable housing, as specified;
WHEREAS, the Housing Accountability Act expressly allows a city to impose conditions of approval as long as the conditions do not render a project infeasible or reduce the project’s density. (Gov. Code, §§ 65589.5(d), (j)(1).) Formalizing a condition for new development to annex into the City’s District or otherwise provide an alternative funding plan would not render a development project infeasible or reduce any project’s density because such condition does not impact unit quantity, unit size, building height, setbacks, lot coverage or any other design feature. If a development is annexed into the District, then annual costs would not be borne by the property owner developing the property, but would be borne by the individual property owners who subsequently purchase each unit.

Additionally, any property receiving a welfare exemption pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code section 214(g) shall be exempt from the special tax of the District pursuant to Government Code section 53340(c); and
WHEREAS, on April 13, 2026, the City Council considered a staff report and public testimony regarding the proposed Ordinance, and all legal preconditions to the adoption of the Ordinance have occurred.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARTESIA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Recitals. The City Council hereby finds and determines that the Recitals above are true and correct and incorporated herein.

SECTION 2. CEQA. The City Council finds that this Ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because the Ordinance is not a CEQA “project” pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5), which provides that organizational and administrative activities of governments that will not result in physical environmental impacts are not CEQA projects, and here the proposed Ordinance establishes a funding mechanism for the City to provide certain operations and maintenance of the Services. Further, the City Council finds that State CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) exempts those activities for which it can be seen with certainty that there is no potential to result in significant environmental effects. The Ordinance has no potential to result in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly, as the Ordinance does not propose nor authorize any action that would have the potential to cause a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly. The City Council directs staff to file a notice of exemption within five days of the adoption of this Ordinance.

SECTION 3. Amendment. Chapter 16 is added to Title 8, “Building Regulations,” of the Artesia Municipal Code as set forth below:
“Chapter 16 COMMUNITY FACILITY DISTRICTS
§8-16.01 Establishing a New or Annexation Into An Existing Community Facilities District to Fund Services.
(a) Definitions. Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in this Chapter, those names or terms shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows, all other names or terms not listed shall have their ordinary meaning ascribed:
“Affordable Unit” shall mean any unit within a development that is subject to an executed, legally binding covenant, recorded against the subject property, guaranteeing the affordability of such unit to persons of low, very low, or moderate income for at least 35 years. An Affordable Unit includes, but is not limited to, any unit that is deed restricted affordable in accordance with applicable state housing law (e.g., Government Code, § 65915).. “Building Permit” shall mean an official, written document issued by the City of Artesia granting legal permission to start construction, reconstruction, or physical alteration of a structure.
“CFD No. 2017-1” shall mean the City of Artesia Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services), Los Angeles County, State of California. “Community Facilities District” shall mean a legally constituted governmental entity established pursuant to Chapter 2.5 of the Act for the sole purpose of financing facilities and Services.
“New Development” shall mean any residential development project requiring a building permit for the construction, reconstruction, or physical alteration of improved or unimproved real property.
“Rate and Method of Apportionment of Special Taxes” or “RMA” shall mean that certain document known as the “City of Artesia Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services) Rate and Method of Apportionment” for CFD No. 2017-1 or similar document for another Community Facilities District which defines how to calculate and allocate the maximum special taxes per parcel of taxable property.
“Services” shall mean the services as defined in section 53313 of the Act, including, but not limited to, police; fire and ambulance; flood and storm protection; maintenance and lighting of parks, parkways, streets, roads, and open space; and the maintenance and operation of any real property or other tangible property with an estimated useful life of five or more years that is owned by the City.
“The Act” shall mean the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, being Chapter 2.5 of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5 of the California Government Code, commencing with section 53311 et seq., as amended. (b) Purpose and Intent. It is the purpose of this Chapter to establish regulations and standards that all New Development occurring in the City mitigate its impacts on the City’s Services including, without limitation, police, fire, ambulance, flood and storm protection, maintenance and lighting of parks, parkways, streets, roads, and open space by providing a funding mechanism to provide Services, whether they are increases to existing Services or new Services to be provided.
(c) New Development. As a condition to the issuance of a Building Permit for any New Development occurring in the City for which a Building Permit is required, the owner of land for which such Building Permit is sought shall be required to annex the real property for which the permit is sought into CFD No. 2017-1 or other Community Facilities District in existence at the time of Building Permit application, or, at the property owner’s election, the property owner shall establish a new Community Facilities District for the purpose of funding the costs of providing the Services.
(d) If a property proposed for New Development is not successfully annexed into CFD No. 2017-1 or another existing Community Facilities District, or is otherwise not included in a Community Facilities District providing Services, or the property owner elects not to join any Community Facilities District, then the property owner shall, at the time of applying for a Building Permit, provide payment for the Services that would have been covered by a Community Facilities District at the Rate and Method of Apportionment of Special Taxes approved in connection with the formation of the respective Community Facilities District for the duration of 75 years. (e) Subsections (b) through (d) do not apply to any of the following:
(1) The construction, reconstruction, or physical alteration of any existing structure or portion thereof in which the final floor area does not exceed the floor area existing prior to such construction, reconstruction, or physical alteration, unless such property is being converted from a non-residential property use into a residential property use. In such event of a property being converted from a non-residential property use into a residential property use, the converted property shall be subject to the provisions of this Chapter and the requirement to provide funding for the Services.
(2) Any Affordable Unit. However, if a unit ceases to be an Affordable Unit, as defined herein, then the unit will be subject to a Community Facilities District or applicable payment.
(3) The development of an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) or junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU) pursuant to Government Code section 66310 et seq. and Article 45 of Title 9 of this Code.
(4) Any non-residential property. For purposes of this section, nonresidential property shall include but not be limited to all property classified as transient property such as hotels and motels.
(5) Any property that has received a welfare exemption under subdivision (g) of Section 214 of the Revenue and Taxation Code pursuant to Government Code section 53340(c).”
SECTION 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective 30 days following its adoption.

SECTION 5. Severability. Should any provision of this Ordinance, or its application to any person or circumstance, be determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to be unlawful, unenforceable or otherwise void, that determination shall have no effect on any other provision of this Ordinance or the application of this Ordinance to any other person or circumstance, and, to that end, the provisions hereof are severable. The City Council of the City of Artesia declares that it would have adopted all the provisions of this Ordinance that remain valid if any provisions of this ordinance are declared invalid.

SECTION 6. Adoption, Certification, and Publication. The City Clerk of the City of Artesia shall certify the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same, or a summary thereof, to be published and/or posted in the manner required by law.

SECTION 7. Record of Proceedings. The documents and materials associated with this Ordinance that constitute the record of proceedings on which these findings are based are located at 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, California, 90701. The City Clerk is the custodian of the record of proceedings.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the Artesia, California, at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 11th day of May, 2026 by the following vote:
______________________________

RENE TREVINO, MAYOR
ATTEST:
__________________________________

JENNIFER ALDERETE, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
__________________________________

BEST BEST & KRIEGER, CITY ATTORNEY

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 11C.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: City Paid Parking Program
FROM: Paul Bollier, Community Development Director
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
Jamie Murguia, Finance Manager
HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council approve, and direct staff to take the following actions:

1. Return with a five-year Professional Service Agreement (PSA) with Passport Labs, Inc. for a Mobile Pay application to manage the hourly paid parking program in the designated areas of the City including the downtown and the Residential Parking Permit Program;

2. Return with an agreement to secure three physical parking meters in in the paid parking areas downtown to meet the requirements of SB532;

3. Approve the recommendation from the Public Safety Commission to standardize paid parking fees at $2.00 per hour for both on-street and off-street parking in the downtown area and remove the first hour free offering and return with a corresponding ordinance to adjust the parking fees;

4. Approve the recommendation from the Public Safety Commission to update the Artesia Municipal Code regarding the Residential Parking Permit Program to reduce the number of qualified residential permits issued per household to three per household, change visitor passes from annual to as needed 24-hour permits, and to charge fees to cover the cost of managing the program.

BACKGROUND:

Downtown Paid Parking
In December 2012, the City of Artesia ("City") executed a contract with Cale America dba Flowbird for the purchase of fourteen (14) parking meters. These machines were placed throughout the downtown area, including the City parking lot, to manage approximately 175 spaces. The parking user would enter the vehicle license plate, enter the length of time of stay, purchase and print out the parking receipt to then be placed in a visible location within the vehicle.

Originally, the rates were established at $1.50 per hour for street parking and $1.00 per hour for the City parking lot. The days and hours established for paid parking were Monday thru Sunday from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The payment options available on the meters included coin, currency and credit card payment. In 2018 the City Council voted to permit the first hour of parking free in the downtown area. In order to log the start time for the first hour free, parking users had to register at a meter and pay $0.25 for 15 minutes (following the hour free) to log their license plates. Due to merchant service fees and gateway service fees, the City loses approximately $0.10 on every payment transaction for the first hour free made by a parking user.

Residential Permit Parking Program
In 2013, the City Council amended the Artesia Municipal Code to create a Residential Permit Parking Program ("Program") surrounding the downtown area. The Program was created to ensure visitors downtown did not avoid paying parking fees by parking in residential neighborhoods surrounding the downtown paid parking areas. The Program has been expanded since then to also include two other neighborhoods where residents requested permit parking. In the Residential Parking Permit Program areas, the City currently issues up to five (5) free annual residential parking permits for vehicles registered at each address and three (3) free annual visitor parking permits per each household in the designated areas. This program is currently offered free of charge, and the City does not recoup any costs of administering the program.

Parking Enforcement is tasked with monitoring and enforcing both paid parking and residential permit parking, as well as issuing citations to violators.

Staff presented this item to the Public Safety Commission on March 19, 2026. The Public Safety Commission made several recommendations, which are provided in detail below.

ANALYSIS:

Downtown Paid Parking
Data analyzed below over the past three calendar years identified the following Parking Enforcement actions taken toward issuing citations for paid parking violations and parking permit violations. In addition, the revenue collected from the paid parking meters during those periods is also identified.

Over the three-year period, from 2023 to 2025, the parking meters began to malfunction often; and as such, Parking Enforcement often reduced patrol in those areas. Around September 2025, the City discontinued the paid parking meter program and parking enforcement in the downtown because too many meters were not working and the vendor shared most machine internal mechanics were past their usable life and could not be repaired. Since this time the City has been reviewing options related to removing the 14 parking meters and implementing a mobile pay parking application in lieu of physical meters.

Senate Bill 532 (SB 532) was passed in 2024, which prohibits city agencies to require payment for parking by mobile pay only. SB 532 requires agencies to also provide on site parking machine payment options. To meet this criteria, the City is researching opportunities to secure three paid parking meters to meet the requirements of SB 532.

The City currently manages Code Enforcement and Parking Enforcement citation processing through the thirdparty vendor Data Ticket. The City is currently implementing new software with OpenGov to manage Planning, Building, Public Works Encroachment Permits and Code Enforcement by the second calendar quarter in 2026.

OpenGov will have the ability to issue and manage Code Enforcement citations and penalties, removing the need to continue to use Data Ticket for Code Enforcement. Knowing this, Staff has researched mobile pay software platforms that are able to manage both paid parking programs and citation management needs for the Parking Enforcement Division.

The City interviewed four companies for mobile based parking applications; Passport Labs, Inc., T2 Parking, Park Mobile and Just Park/Park Hub. Presentations from all vendors focused on services related to parking user interface, pricing adaptability to City software platforms and enforcement services. Of the four companies interviewed, Passport Labs, Inc. was the preferred vendor which offered a mobile application along with a user friendly mobile pay website, citation management software for parking enforcement, and the ability to customize a residential parking permit program. The software also has the ability to be downloaded on to handheld ticketing machines/printers. Passports software also allows the Parking Enforcement Officer to scan multiple vehicle license plates at one time, versus individual entries, making the enforcement of the parking program more efficient for officers. Staff is recommending moving forward with an agreement with Passport Labs, Inc. for mobile pay and parking management software.

With the Metro line expanding into Artesia, Metro is proposing the construction of a five-story parking garage with over 350 parking stalls to be located south of 187th Street and Pioneer Boulevard. At this time, it is expected Metro will charge between $3.00 to $4.00 per day. In order to provide ample parking for shoppers and facilitate better revenue streams to the business owners in the downtown area, the Public Safety Commission recommends applying parking fees through a mobile pay application that exceed Metro fees to eliminate Metro users from choosing to park on the street for long periods of time.

The City reviewed fees charged in other cities for both on-street and off-street parking and found fees ranged from $2.00-$5.00 per hour. The Passport Mobile Pay application generates merchant service fees and a gateway service fee that are applied to each parking user transaction; these fees are then passed onto the City for payment.

The Public Safety Commission is recommending City Council consider removing the first hour free parking and establish all paid parking including downtown be at a flat fee of $2.00 per hour.

Residential Parking Permit Program:

Staff also reviewed the Program with the Public Safety Commission with the suggestion to make the program more effective and efficient. In 2025, there were a total of 477 free annual residential parking permits issued and 865 free annual visitor passes issued, in association with 342 addresses in the residential parking permit areas. Staff recommended utilizing the Passport Labs, Inc. parking management software to manage this Program, reducing the excessive amount of staff hours spent creating and reissuing the passes each year, removing the requirement that passes be displayed in vehicles because the management software can utilize license plates to validate parking, and providing the residents access to apply for passes on their own time, rather than be limited to the hours City Hall is open.

Following this discussion, the Public Safety Commission is recommending City Council charge an annual fee for qualified residential parking permits in the amount of $10.00 per permit to cover the costs of the software, credit card fees, transaction fees, and staff time to manage the program. In addition, the Public Safety Commission is also recommending City Council reduce the number of annual residential parking permits issued per household from five to three per household.

Passport Labs' parking management software has the ability to issue as needed visitor parking passes through the residential parking permit program application. The Public Safety Commission is recommending City Council update the visitor parking program from automatically issuing three free annual visitor passes and begin charging for a 24-hour visitor permit fee to have better control over visitor parking permits and provides more flexibility with residents when more than three visitors are needed. City staff and the Public Safety Commission recommend charging for these passes. Staff recommends charging $4.00 to the parking user to cover the costs of the software, credit card fees, transaction fees, and staff time to manage the program.

If the City Council agrees with modifying the Program, Staff will return with an ordinance to amend the Artesia Municipal Code and a Resolution to establish the recommended fees to cover the cost of operating the program.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with this report. If the Council directs staff to return with agreements, code amendments, and/or fee resolutions, the fiscal impacts associated with each item will be for subsequent fiscal years, and will be analyzed with each action item.

For informational purposes, the cost of the Passport Labs mobile pay application and management software is approximately $8,000 annually, and Staff is recommending implementation in Fiscal Year 2026-27.

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Staff recommends the City Council approve, and direct staff to take the following actions:

1. Return with a five-year Professional Service Agreement (PSA) with Passport Labs, Inc. for a Mobile Pay application to manage the hourly paid parking program in the designated areas of the City including the downtown and the Residential Parking Permit Program.

2. Return with an agreement to secure three physical parking meters in in the paid parking areas downtown to meet the requirements of SB532;

3. Approve the recommendation from the Public Safety Commission to standardized paid parking fees at $2.00 per hour for both on-street and off-street parking including the downtown area and remove the first hour free offering and return with a corresponding ordinance to adjust the parking fees;

4. Approve the recommendation from the Public Safety Commission update the Artesia Municipal Code regarding the Residential Parking Permit Program to reduce the number of qualified residential permits issued per household to three per household, change visitor passes from annual to as needed 24-hour permits, and to charge fees to cover the cost of managing the program.

Attachments
Artesia Parking Map.pdf
Financial Schedule.pdf

PRODUCT AND SERVICES COST NOTES
CMP Annual Software Licensing Fee WAIVED
DPP Annual Software Licensing Fee $ 4,000
ANNUAL TOTAL $4,000
CMP Annual Software Licensing Fee $ 4,000
DPP Annual Software Licensing Fee $ 4,000
ANNUAL TOTAL $ 8,000
CMP Annual Software Licensing Fee $ 4,000
DPP Annual Software Licensing Fee $ 4,000
ANNUAL TOTAL $ 8,000
CMP Annual Software Licensing Fee $ 4,000
DPP Annual Software Licensing Fee $ 4,000
ANNUAL TOTAL $ 8,000
CMP Annual Software Licensing Fee $ 4,000
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 13, 2026 ITEM NO: 11D.

TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Code Enforcement Process and Approval of Mobile Surveillance Camera Lease FROM: Paul Bollier, Community Development Director
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
Jamie Murguia, Finance Manager
HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council receive and file the code enforcement presentation, approve the use of the $25,000 to lease a mobile surveillance camera as a pilot program for (FY) 2025-26 and provide feedback to staff for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 recommendations.

BACKGROUND:

On March 9, 2026, the City Council approved the 2026 Goal Setting Report and requested the Community Development Department create a presentation on how Code Enforcement conducts case management and how that aligns with the beautification goals the City Council sets for the City of Artesia ("City").

Code Enforcement Response:

Every year, Code Enforcement responds to a wide range of reported property and building maintenance, illegal bulky items, business license and other municipal code violations. Residents and business owners typically open an anonymous investigation through our city website or a phone call to City Hall. We also receive complaints from City staff, City Council members and appointed Commissioners.

Types of Violations: Reports commonly concern property maintenance (overgrown vegetation, junk, debris), building maintenance (unpermitted construction, electrical issues), and zoning issues.

Partnership: Code Enforcement cannot not function in a silo; it must work closely with other departments/divisions such as Public Works, Planning, and Building and Safety ("B&S") in a multi-directional approach. As violations occur, communication and pictures are shared with Planning and B&S to ensure plans are submitted and approved by Planning and B&S correctly. As permits are issued, inspections are performed by both Code Enforcement and B&S to ensure compliance is met and Code Enforcement may close cases when compliance is met.

Enforcement Process:

Once a violation is identified, the City generally follows a structured legal path though communication and establishing appropriate timelines for the City and the property owner to work toward. Although there are additional options the City can implement to gain compliance through court orders such as inspection warrants, abatement warrants and receivership, the goal is to establish a partnership with the property owner to resolve the violations before having to resort to those type of actions, such as the steps below:

1. Investigation: An inspector investigates the reported complaint and determines if there is a violation of a Municipal Code or a B&S Code.

2. Notification: A written Notice of Violation (NOV) is sent to the property owner, historically offering a "grace period" of 10 days for voluntary compliance. The City recently changed the long-standing "grace period" from 10 days to 7 days to abate the violation before the next step of enforcement is taken. Code Enforcement has full authority to apply less than a 7 day "grace period" based on the type of violation(s) identified and manages this on a case-by-case bases.

3. Abatement: Code Enforcement communicates with the property owner with the goal to effectively remove blighted properties and ensure the health, safety and welfare of the community without further enforcement action. If the property owner is non-responsive, the officer must take the next step of enforcement action by issuing a citation in order to gain compliance. The frequency of citations is based on the complexity of the violation and responsiveness of the violator until the violation(s) are abated.

ANALYSIS:

Vacant Property Ordinance
On April 14, 2025, City Council adopted Vacant Property Ordinance No. 25-966 requiring property owners to register their property(s) and adhere to specific maintenance requirements. Currently there are 40 known vacant properties within the City, with 14 of these properties having structures. With the continued focus on beautification in FY 2026-27 Code Enforcement will continue to manage existing vacant properties; as additional vacant properties are identified, they will be added to the inventory list and managed accordingly.

Illegal Bulky Items and Graffiti Management
Under the City contract with CR&R, residential property owners have the ability to schedule four free annual bulky item pick ups each year. During FY2024-25 a total of 1,333 addresses were scheduled for free bulky item pick ups by CR&R. In addition, the City partnered with CR&R and provided four additional free bulky item pickup at local parks for residents of Artesia to utilize and continued this opportunity for FY2025-26. In FY 2025-26, Code Enforcement opened 139 illegal bulky item dumping cases, yet the number of illegal bulky item dumping found in the City is still a concern for the community.

There are very specific locations in the City that continue to have illegal bulky item dumping and graffiti occurrences; many of those instances occur after hours. Having eyes in those areas after hours is a key asset and Southwest Patrol does report on bulky items they observe during their nightly patrols. However, the use of mobile surveillance cameras and the opportunity to capture video/pictures of dumping occurring would provide the City tangible evidence to then hold perpetrators accountable and change unwanted behaviors. Cameras can capture vehicle license plates and/or capture individuals dumping bulky items and returning to their property, providing Code Enforcement to cite dumping property owners. The FY 2025-26 includes $25,000 for a commercial security camera program that staff is recommending be used to lease a mobile security camera as a pilot program for the duration of the Fiscal Year and budgeting an additional camera for next fiscal year. Additionally, staff is evaluating resources to better address bulky items and graffiti management and will be including supplemental resources in the FY 2026-27 Budget.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The cost to the General Fund for FY 2025-26 budget will be $25,000 for one mobile surveillance camera and has been budgeted, and therefore there is no additional impact to the General Fund. Staff is planning to budget $56,000 to address beautification efforts in the City for two mobile surveillance cameras in FY 2026-27.

RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:

Staff recommends the City Council receive and file the code enforcement presentation, approve the use of the $25,000 to lease a mobile surveillance camera as a pilot program for (FY) 2025-26 and provide feedback to staff for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 recommendations.