MINUTES OF THE REGULAR JOINT MEETING OF THE
Bell City Council/Bell Community Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Public Finance Authority March 11, 2026
5:00 P.M. Closed Session
7:00 P.M. Regular Meeting
Location: Bell Community Center, 6250 Pine Avenue, BeII CA 90201
MEETING WILL BE HELD IN -PERSON AT THE BELLCOMMUNITY CENTER PUBLIC COMMENT: If you wish to make a comment on items listed on the agenda, you may attend the meeting in -person at Bell Community Center. Please complete a Request to Speak Card available in the location and wait until the mayor calls you to approach the podium. Please clearly state your name and address and proceed to make your comments.
You may also submit input electronically through a temporary public comment email established for City of Bell City Council meetings at citycterk(cityofbell.org. Your written comment rnust be submitted by 4pm on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 Any emaiis received after the time indicated will not be included in the record. Written Comments will be subject to the three minute time limitation (approximately 350 words).
The meeting will be recorded and live streamed on the City's website at https://www.cityafbell.gov/City-Hall/City- Cierk/Live-ll'Ifeb-Stream
Mayor Saleh called the meeting to order at 5:11 p.m.
RoII CaII of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Councilmembers Flores, Quintana, Romero, Vice -Mayor Arroyo, and Mayor Saleh PRESENT: Councilrnembers Flores*, Romero, Quintana, Vice -Mayor Arroyo', and Mayor Saleh (5)
'Councilmember Flores arrived at 5:11 p.rn.
*Vice -Mayor Arroyo arrived at 5:19 p.m.
Staff Present: City Manager Michael L. Antwine ll, City Attorney Danny Aleshire, and Assistant to the City Manager Javier Ochiqui
Communications from the Public on Closed Session Items
This is the time for members of the public to address the City Council and related Authorities and Agencies only on items that are listed under Closed Session.
There were no public comments. Mayor Saleh closed the public comment period.
Mayor Saleh recessed to closed session at 5:12 p.m.
The City Council and the related Authorities and Agencies will recess to closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding the following matters:
a. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code (' section 54956.8)
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Property: 4205-4209 Bell Ave and 6712-6718 Otis Ave, Bell CA 90201 Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager), and Danny Aleshire (City Attorney)
Negotiating parties: To be Determined
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CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
Property: 6624 Flora Avenue, Bell CA 90201
Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager), and Danny Aleshire (City Attorney)
Negotiating parties: To be Determined
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
Property: 6629-6633 Pine Avenue, Bell CA 90201
Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager), and Danny Aleshire (City Attorney)
Negotiating parties: To be Determined
d. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
Property: 6339 Atlantic Avenue, Bell CA 90201
Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine 1I (City Manager), and Danny Aleshire (City Attorney)
Negotiating parties: To be Determined
e. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
Property: 7030 Atlantic Avenue, Bell CA 90201
Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager), and Danny Aleshire (City Attorney)
Negotiating parties. To be Determined
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
Property: 4400-4410 Gage Avenue, Bell CA 90201
Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager); and Danny Aleshire (City Attorney)
Negotiating parties: To be Determined
g. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
Property: 6400 Atlantic Avenue, Bell CA 90201
Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager), and Danny Aleshire (City Attorney)
Negotiating parties: To be Determined
Anticipated Initiation of Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(3) regarding significant exposure to litigation in one case.
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Mayor Saleh reconvened the IRegular City Council Meeting at 7:11 p.m.
Roll Call of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Councilmembers Flores, Quintana, Romero, Vice -Mayor Arroyo, and Mayor Saleh ALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Flores, Romero, Quintana, Vice -Mayor Arroyo, and Mayor Saleh (5)
Staff Present: Chief of Police Damian Velasco, Public Works Director Rita Montalvo, Finance Director Rickey Manbahal, Deputy Human Resources and Risk Manager Gina Skibar. Assistant City Clerk. Marisa Craft and City Clerk Angela Bustamante.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Saleh.
City Attorney Report
City Attorney Danny Aleshire reported that the Council did not complete discussion of the items listed under closed session and wi11 reconvene at the end of the meeting.
Presentations and Recognitions
a. The Citizen of the Month recognition was continued to the next meeting. b. An announcement from the Community Services Department regarding the City's Bellabration Easter Event was added to Presentations section and delivered by Finance Director Rickey Manbahal.
c. A presentation on the Bell Youth Soccer Program, in partnership with Cal South. was also added to the agenda and presented by Eddie Sauced°.
Councilmember Flores Ieft the meeting at 7:35 p.m.
Communications from the Public
The initial period for public comments was limited to 30 minutes. Additional speakers who submitted a speaking card were given the opportunity to speak at the end of the council meeting.
The following members of the public addressed the City Council and related Authorities and Agencies on items that are on the agenda and non -agenda items that are under the subject matter jurisdiction: Andres Del Real, Daisy Hernandez, Mercedes Ramos (requested that her comment be included in the Relocation Report), Martha Pulido (requested that her comment opposing the relocation of the mobile homes be included), Zaida Linares, Rigoberto Banderas, Luz Virgen, Gerardo Zuniga. Beatriz Gonzalez, Angel Ceja, Christian Gonzalez, and Luz Meza.
At 7:58 p.m. the Mayor and City Council proceeded to Agenda Item no. 1. with the remaining speakers heard at the conclusion of the agenda.
For the Record: 2 emails were received.
City Manager Report
In this portion of the agenda, the City Manager will provide a brief report on items of interest to the City Council and/or the community.
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City Manager Michael L. Antwine II reported on the following:
1. Spoke about the first Ramadan event, acknowledged its success, and thanked staff for their efforts_
2. Responded to public comments regarding Planning Commission meetings and explained that meetings are held as needed and are typically canceled when there are no projects or items to present.
3. Addressed claims that the City has not reach out to the Los Angeles County Consumer Affairs Office for assistance, when the city has.
4. Clarified that Mobile home Parks and Commercial Retail properties are funded through separate sources, and that commercial retail funds may be used for other activities or programs.
Mayor and City Council Communications
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 1234, this is the time and place to provide a brief report on meetings, seminars and conferences attended by the Mayor and City Councilmembers.
Councilmember Quintana made a comment.
Mayor Saleh made a comment.
Business Session
1. Update on Recreation and Special Events programs. (Verbal Report) (City Council) Recommendation. It is recommended that the City Council receive and file_ A report was provided earlier during the presentation section of the agenda. City Manager Michael L. Antwine II provided additional information.
A brief discussion was held between the Council and staff.
No Action Required.
2. Consideration to Ratify Invoice No. 21726 and the Contract Services Agreement with Duke Studio, Inc. in the Amount Not -To -Exceed $186,000 for Emergency Electrical Repair Services at Florence Village Mobile Home Park. (Bell Community Housing Authority) Recommendation: It is recommended that the Chair and Members of the Board..
1. Ratify Invoice No. 21726 in the amount of $46,020.72 for emergency electrical fire response services already performed by Duke Studio Inc_ at Florence Village Mobile Home Park; and
2. Ratify the Contract Services Agreement with Duke Studio Inc. in an amount not to exceed $186,000 for emergency electrical repair services related to the electrical fire at Florence Village Mobile Home Park; and
3. Read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2026-13 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE BELL COMMUNTY HOUSING
AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BELL AUTHORIZING FY 2025-26
BUDGET AMENDMENT TO TRANSFER $186,000 FROM THE
BELL COMMUNITY HOUSING AUTHORITY (BCHA) FUND
BALANCE RESERVE TO THE BCHA ACCOUNT FOR MISC
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REPAIRS AND EMERGENCY REPAIRS FOR ADDITIONAL
MOBILE HOME PARKS AND HOUSING UNIT MAINTENANCE
SERVICES
Assistant to the City Manager Javier Ochiqui provided a report on the item.
A discussion was held between the Council and staff.
It was moved by Vice -Mayor Arroyo to approve Agenda Item No. 2, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll CaII: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Quintana, Vice -Mayor Arroyo and Mayor Saleh NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Flores
Motion Passed.
3. Consideration to Cancel Regularly Scheduled City Council Meetings. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council cancel one regular meeting in the months of July, August, November. and December.
City Manager Michael L Antwine II provided a report on the item.
Councilmember Quintana recommended cancelling the July 8th and August 26th regular Councii meetings.
it was moved by Councilmember Quintana to cancel the regular meetings of July 8tt, and August 26th. Motion was seconded by Vice -Mayor Arroyo which carried with the following voice vote:
Voice Vote: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Quintana. Vice -Mayor Arroyo and Mayor Saleh NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Flores
Motion Passed.
4. Mid -Year Budget Report for Fiscal Year 2026-2026. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2026-14 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL
AUTHORIZING FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 BUDGET AMENDMENTS
TO DECREASE GENERAL FUND REVENUES BY $337,925 AND
INCREASE EXPENDITURES BY $549,000
Finance Director Rickey Manbahal provided a report on the item.
A discussion was held between the Council and staff.
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It was moved by Councilmember Quintana to approve Agenda Item No. 4, as recommended.
Motion was seconded by Vice -Mayor Arroyo which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Quintana, Vice -Mayor Arroyo and Mayor Saleh NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Flores
City Attorney Aleshire read the title of the resolution.
Motion Passed.
Consent Calendar
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non -controversial. They are acted upon by the City Council and related authorities at one time without discussion. The reading of the full text of ordinances and resolutions will be waived unless a Councilmember requests otherwise.
Recommendation: Approve agenda items 5 and 6.
It was moved by Councilmember Quintana to approve Agenda Items 5 and 6. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following voice vote:
Voice Vote: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Quintana. Vice -Mayor Arroyo and Mayor Saleh NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Flores
Motion Passed.
5. General Warrants, Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency and Community Housing Authority Warrants of April 22, 2026. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Community Housing Authority).
6. Approve the Minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting of January 14, 2026. (City Council)
Communications from the Public
The initial period for public comments was limited to 30 minutes. Additional speakers who submitted a speaking card were given the opportunity to speak at the end of the council meeting.
The following members of the public addressed the City Council and related Authorities and Agencies on items that are on the agenda and non -agenda items that are under the subject matter jurisdiction: farina Gastelum, Pablo Sifuentes, Antonio Robles, and Jasmin Gonzalez.
Pending Items — None
Next Regular Meeting is Wednesday, March 25, 2026
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City Council recessed to Closed Session at 9:27 p.m. and reconvened at 10:22 p.m. Only Councilmembers Romero, Quintana and Vice -Mayor Arroyo were in attendance.
City Attorney Report
City Attorney Danny Aleshire reported the following: Items a) through g) were discussed, no reportable action was taken. Mayor Sa&eh did not participate in items a) through c). Item h) was discussed, no reportable action was taken.
Meeting was adjourned at 10:23 p.m. by Vice -Mayor Arroyo.
I, Angela Bustaniante, City Clerk of the City of Bell, certify that the foregoing minutes were approved by the City Council of the City of Bell at a regular meeting held on April 22, 2026.
Ali Saleh, Mayor
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