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Minutes of the Bell City Council and Related Agencies
March 25, 2026
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 25, 2026
5:00 P.M. Closed Session
7:00 P.M. Regular Meeting
Location: Bell Community Center, 6250 Pine Avenue, Bell CA 90201 Mayor Saleh called the meeting to order at 5:18 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 PRESENT: Councilmembers Romero, Quintana, Vice-Mayor Arroyo*, and Mayor Saleh (4) ABSENT: Councilmember Flores (1)
Staff Present: City Manager Michael L. Antwine II, 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 5:19 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)
Property: 7030 Atlantic Avenue, Bell CA 90201
Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager), and Danny Aleshire (City
MEETING WILL BE HELD IN-PERSON AT THE BELL COMMUNITY 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 [email protected]. Your written comment must be submitted by 4pm on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Any emails 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.cityofbell.gov/City-Hall/CityClerk/Live-Web-Stream
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Attorney)
Negotiating parties: To be Determined
b. 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
c. Anticipated Initiation of Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(3) regarding significant exposure to litigation in one case. 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 II (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: 6624 Flora Avenue, Bell CA 90201
Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager), and Danny Aleshire (City Attorney)
Negotiating parties: To be Determined
f. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
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
g. 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
Mayor Saleh reconvened the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:17 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 PRESENT: Councilmembers Romero, Quintana, Vice-Mayor Arroyo, and Mayor Saleh (4) ABSENT: Councilmember Flores*
*Councilmember Flores was excused from the meeting.
Staff Present: City Manager Michael L. Antwine, City Attorney Danny Aleshire, Chief of Police
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Damian Velasco, Public Works Director Rita Montalvo, Deputy City Engineer Rey Alfonso, 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 the following: Items a),b),d), and f), a report was provided, discussion was held, and no reportable action was taken. Mayor Saleh did not participate in item f). For Item c), a report was provided and no reportable action was taken. Item e) was not discussed.
Presentations and Recognitions
a. Randolph Corridor Project Coordination with Cities of Maywood and Bell (Randolph Project) – Presented by Bryan from the City Fabrick
b. Presentation by Assistant Fire Chief Paul Stump, Los Angeles County Fire Department – Presented by Fire Chief Paul Stump
c. Certificates of Recognition honoring women celebrated during Women’s History Month, March 2026 – Mayor Saleh presented the certificates to the following recipients:
1. Maria Arizmendi
2. Esperanza Ortiz
3. Nelida Sanches
The following recipients were not in attendance:
4. Silvia Martinez
5. Kenia Gomez
6. Norma Sanchez
7. Blanca T. Cuevas
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: Kathy Teague, Rigoberto Banderas, Marlen, Zaida Linares, Antonio Robles, Alfredo Meza, Antonio Huezo, Mercedes Ramos, Gerardo Zuniga, Christian Gonzalez, Yudith Meza, Beatriz Gonzalez.
For the Record: 1 email was received.
Mayor proceeded to Mayor and City Council Communications, with the remaining speakers heard at the conclusion of the agenda.
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.
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Councilmember Quintana made a comment.
Councilmember Romero made a comment.
Vice-Mayor Arroyo made a comment.
Mayor Saleh made a comment.
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.
City Manager Michael L. Antwine II reported on the following:
1. Spring Festival
2. City’s website chatbot
3. Woodward Project
4. City’s Specific Plan
5. Community Meetings scheduled for April 29 and May 2 to solicit community input for the project at Atlantic and Gage.
Last, he requested the addition of an item to the agenda titled “Renaming the March 31 Cesar Chavez Day to “Farmworkers Day”. A motion to add the item to the agenda was made by ViceMayor Arroyo and seconded by Councilmember Romero. The motion 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
Motion Passed.
Business Session
Agenda Item 6 was moved to the beginning of the agenda.
6. Approval of Gage and Heliotrope Park Conceptual Plans. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the conceptual designs for Gage and Heliotrope Park
2. Authorize staff to proceed with preparation of plans and specifications for design and construction
Public Works Director Rita Montalvo provided a report on the item.
A discussion was held between the Council and Staff.
No vote was taken and the item was continued to the next meeting.
1. Resolution of the City Council of the City of Bell Accepting Grant Funds from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District – MEASURE A Planning and Design Category 3 Grant. (City Council)
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Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2026-15 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL
ACCEPTING GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT –
MEASURE A PLANNING AND DESIGN CATEGORY 3 GRANT
City Manager Michael L. Antwine II provided a report on the item.
A brief discussion was held between the Council and Staff.
It was moved by Vice-Mayor Arroyo to approve Agenda Item No. 1, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero 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 Danny Aleshire read the title of the resolution.
Motion Passed.
Mayor Saleh left the meeting at 9:17 p.m., and Vice-Mayor Arroyo thereafter presided over the meeting.
2. James George Bell House Building Exterior Repairs and Painting Project Award of Construction Contract. (City Council)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award a construction contract in the amount of $164,000 to Color New Corp for the James George Bell House Building Exterior Repairs and Painting Project
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute change orders to the project in a total amount not to exceed $16,400 (ten percent of the bid amount) for any necessary additional work.
Public Works Rita Montalvo provided a report on the item.
A brief discussion ensued between Staff and the Council.
It was moved by Councilmember Romero to approve Agenda Item No. 2, as recommended.
Motion was seconded by Vice-Mayor Arroyo which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 3-0-0-2
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Quintana, and Vice-Mayor Arroyo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Flores and Mayor Saleh
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Motion Passed.
3. Demolition of Buildings and Site Clearance 6303 Pine Avenue – Award of Construction Contract. (City Council)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award a construction contract in the amount of $53,777 to UBD, Inc. for the Demolition of Buildings and Site Clearance at 6303 Pine Avenue, Bell, CA. 90201.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute change orders to the project in a total amount not to exceed $5,378 (ten percent of the bid amount) for any necessary additional work.
Public Works Rita Montalvo provided a report on the item.
A brief discussion ensued between Staff and the Council.
It was moved by Councilmember Romero to approve Agenda Item No. 3, as recommended.
Motion was seconded by Vice-Mayor Arroyo which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 3-0-0-2
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Quintana, and Vice-Mayor Arroyo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Flores and Mayor Saleh
Motion Passed.
4. Consideration to approve Amendment No. 3 with Transtech Engineers Inc. for contract building official, building inspector, and plan check related services. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve Amendment No. 3 with Transtech Engineers Inc. for contract building official, building inspector, and plan check related services.
Interim Community Development Director Javier Ochiqui provided a report on the item.
It was moved by Councilmember Quintana to approve Agenda Item No. 4, as recommended.
Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 3-0-0-2
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Quintana, and Vice-Mayor Arroyo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Flores and Mayor Saleh
Motion Passed.
5. Consideration of a one-year extension of the previously awarded False Alarm Management Services contract with PM AM Corporation. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve Amendment No. 1 to the
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agreement with PM AM Corporation, extending the term of the agreement for an additional one-year period.
Police Chief Velasco provided a report on the item.
A discussion ensued between Staff and the Council.
It was moved by Councilmember Romero to approve Agenda Item No. 5, as recommended.
Motion was seconded by Councilmember Quintana which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 3-0-0-2
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Quintana, and Vice-Mayor Arroyo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Flores and Mayor Saleh
Motion Passed.
Mayor Saleh returned to the meeting at 9:38 p.m.
Additional Item added to the agenda:
5A. “Renaming the March 31 Cesar Chavez Day to “Farmworkers Day”.
City Manager Michael L. Antwine II provided a report on the item.
A discussion ensued between Staff and the Council.
It was moved by Vice-Mayor Arroyo to approve Agenda Item No. 5A, to rename the holiday Farmworkers Day. 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.
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 7 and 8.
It was moved by Vice-Mayor Arroyo to approve Agenda Item Nos. 7 and 8. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero. Councilmember Romero thereafter left the meeting.
Mayor Saleh provided information regarding items typically listed under the Consent Calendar
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and explained that the Warrants Report includes all city expenses.
Roll Call: 3-0-0-2
AYES: Councilmembers Quintana, Vice-Mayor Arroyo and Mayor Saleh NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Flores and Romero
Motion Passed.
7. General Warrants, Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency and Community Housing Authority Warrants of March 25, 2026. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Community Housing Authority).
8. Approve the Minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting of January 28, 2026. (City Council)
Pending Items – None
Communications from the Public
Mayor Saleh returned to the public comment portion of the agenda.
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: Luz Meza, and Carlos.
City Manager Michael L. Antwine II provided clarification regarding the ARPA funding.
Mayor Saleh adjourned the meeting at 9:55 p.m. in memory of Bell resident Lourdes Ramirez.
I, Angela Bustamante, 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 May 27, 2026. ________________________________
Angela Bustamante, City Clerk
Ali Saleh, Mayor
Minutes of the Bell City Council and Related Agencies
April 8, 2026
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 April 8, 2026
5:00 P.M. Closed Session
7:00 P.M. Regular Meeting
Location: Bell Community Center, 6250 Pine Avenue, Bell CA 90201 Mayor Saleh called the meeting to order at 5:14 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 PRESENT: Councilmembers Flores, Romero, Quintana, and Mayor Saleh (4) ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo (1)
Staff Present: City Manager Michael L. Antwine II, 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 5:16 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. Anticipated Initiation of Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(3) regarding significant exposure to litigation in two cases. b. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code
MEETING WILL BE HELD IN-PERSON AT THE BELL COMMUNITY 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 [email protected]. Your written comment must be submitted by 4pm on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Any emails 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.cityofbell.gov/City-Hall/CityClerk/Live-Web-Stream
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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
c. 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
d. 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
e. 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
f. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
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
g. 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
h. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS- Government Code Section 54957.6, Agency designated representatives: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager), and Danny Aleshire (City Attorney) Employee Organization: Bell Police Officers Association (BPOA) Mayor Saleh reconvened the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:01 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 PRESENT: Councilmembers Flores, Romero, Quintana, and Mayor Saleh (4) ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo (1)
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Staff Present: City Manager Michael L. Antwine, City Attorney Danny Aleshire, Chief of Police Damian Velasco, Public Works Director Rita Montalvo, Deputy City Engineer Rey Alfonso, 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 the following: Item a) one case was discussed, and no reportable action was taken. Items b), through g), a report was provided, discussion was held, and no reportable action was taken. Mayor Saleh did not participate on items e) and f). For Item h), a report was provided and no reportable action was taken.
Presentations and Recognitions
a. Citizen of the Month was moved to the next meeting.
b. Certificates of Recognition honoring women celebrated during Women’s History Month, March 2026 was removed from the agenda.
c. Citizens Academy Presentation was presented by Interim Community Development Director Javier Ochiqui.
d. Proclamation declaring the month of April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and April 29 as Denim Day (a global campaign held during Sexual Assault Awareness Month) was read by Mayor Saleh.
e. Police Department Quarterly Crime Statistics Report was presented by Police Chief Velasco.
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: Luz Virgen, Rigoberto Banderas, Luz Meza, Alfredo Meza, Kimberly Sanchez, Edwin Gonzalez, Yudith Meza, Marlen, and Pillar Mejia (Republic Services).
For the Record: 0 emails received.
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.
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.
City Manager Michael L. Antwine II reported on the following:
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1. The ribbon-cutting ceremony Phase One of Pritchard Park.
2. Jersey Mike’s will soon be coming to the City.
3. Community Meetings are scheduled for April 16 and April 23 to provide information regarding the City’s Specific Plan.
4. Applications for the Bell Academy Class will be available soon.
5. He addressed comments made by a resident regarding grants funding and offered to meet with the individual to provide clarification and accurate information.
6. He responded to an earlier public comment made by a resident regarding an alleged the $250,000 offer from the City to purchase mobile homes. He stated that the information was incorrect and clarified that the City has not issued any offers. He also noted that the Relocation Plan is available for public view on the city’s website.
7. Lastly, he read a statement provided by Vice-Mayor Arroyo, who was unable to attend the meeting due to a work trip to Washington DC.
Business Session
1. Acceptance of the 2026 Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation Dreamteam Grant in the Amount of $27,648 and Approval of the Grant Agreement. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2026-16 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL,
APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE LOS ANGELES DODGERS
FOUNDATION FOR THE 2026 DODGERS DREAM TEAM / BELL
YOUTH BASEBALL & T-BALL PROGRAM AND ACCEPTING GRANT
FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,648
Interim Community Services Director Gina Skibar provided a report on the item.
A brief discussion was held between the Council and Staff.
It was moved by Councilmember Quintana to approve Agenda Item No. 1, as recommended.
Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Romero, Quintana, and Mayor Saleh NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo
City Attorney Danny Aleshire read the title of the resolution.
Motion Passed.
2. 2023-2025 Strategic Plan Update. (City Council)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file.
City Manager Michael L. Antwine II provided a PowerPoint presentation.
A brief discussion was held between the Council and Staff.
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It was moved by Councilmember Quintana to receive and file Agenda Item No. 2. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Flores which carried with the following voice vote:
Voice Vote: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Romero, Quintana, and Mayor Saleh NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo
Motion Passed.
3. Consideration of a Settlement Agreement with Bell Palm Plaza Limited Partnership to Resolve Outstanding Claims. (City Council/Successor Agency)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council and Successor Agency Board each approve the Settlement Agreement (“Settlement Agreement”) among the City of Bell (“City”), City of Bell as Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency (“Successor Agency”) and Bell Palm Plaza Limited Partnership (“Bell Palm”), and authorize the City Manager to execute the Settlement Agreement, and other miscellaneous agreements in order to effectuate the provisions of the Settlement Agreement.
City Manager Michael L. Antwine II provided a report on the item.
A brief discussion was held between the Council and Staff.
It was moved by Councilmember Quintana to approve Agenda Item No. 3, as recommended.
Motion was seconded by Councilmember Flores which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Romero, Quintana, and Mayor Saleh NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo
Motion Passed.
4. Parking Lot resurfacing at 7109 Walker Avenue – Award of Contract. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award a construction contract to Onyx Paving Company, Inc., in the amount of $50,000 for the Parking Lot resurfacing at 7109 Walker Avenue, Bell, CA. 90201.
2. Waive the formal bid process and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute change orders for the project in a total amount not to exceed $5,000 (10 percent of the bid amount) for any necessary additional work.
Public Works Director Rita Montalvo provided a report on the item.
A discussion was held between the Council and Staff.
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Councilmember Romero made a motion to approve the item. Motion failed due to a lack of a second.
It was moved by Councilmember Romero to approve Agenda Item No. 4, as recommended.
Motion was seconded by Mayor Saleh which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 3-1-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Quintana, and Mayor Saleh
NOES: Councilmember Flores
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo
Motion Passed.
5. Consideration to Reschedule the Annual City Council Reorganization. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council select May 13, 2026 as the Council reorganization date.
City Manager Michael L. Antwine II provided a report on the item.
A brief discussion was held between the Council and Staff.
It was moved by Councilmember Flores to approve Agenda Item No. 5, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Romero, Quintana, and Mayor Saleh NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo
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 6 and 7.
It was moved by Quintana to approve Agenda Item Nos. 6 and 7. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Romero, Quintana, and Mayor Saleh NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo
Motion Passed.
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6. General Warrants, Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency and Community Housing Authority Warrants of April 8, 2026. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Community Housing Authority).
7. Approve the Minutes for the Regular City Council Meetings of February 11 and 25, 2026. (City Council)
Pending Items – None
Next Regular Meeting is Wednesday, April 22, 2026
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.
No Speakers.
Mayor Saleh adjourned the meeting at 9:17 p.m.
I, Angela Bustamante, 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 May 27, 2026. ________________________________
Angela Bustamante, City Clerk
Ali Saleh, Mayor
Minutes of Special Meeting of the
Bell City Council and Related Agencies
April 18, 2026
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF THE
Bell City Council/Bell Community Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Public Finance Authority Saturday, April 18, 2026
9:00 A.M. Open Session
Location: Veterans Park, 6500 Wilcox Avenue, Bell CA 90201 Mayor Saleh called the meeting to order 9:15 a.m.
Roll Call of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Flores, Romero, Quintana, Arroyo and Saleh ALL PRESENT: Councilmembers Flores*, Romero, Quintana**, Vice-Mayor Arroyo and Mayor Saleh (5)
ABSENT: None
*Councilmember Arroyo arrived at 9:42 a.m.
**Councilmember Quintana arrived at 9:30 a.m.
Staff Present: City Manager Michael L. Antwine, Chief of Police Damian Velasco, Public Works Director Rita Montalvo, Finance Director Rickey Manbahal, Interim Community Development Director Javier Ochiqui, Interim Community Services Director Gina Skibar, Executive Assistant Lisa Guzman, and Assistant City Clerk Marisa Craft.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Saleh.
Communications from the Public
The following members of the public addressed the City Council and related Authorities and Agencies on items that are on the agenda that are under the subject matter jurisdiction: Pablo Sifuentes, and [Need Name].
Business Session
1. Strategic Planning Workshop for 2026-2028. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this item.
MEETING WILL BE HELD IN-PERSON
PUBLIC COMMENT: If you wish to make a comment on items listed on the agenda, you may attend the meeting in-person at Veterans Park. 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 [email protected]. Your written comment must be submitted by 5 pm on Friday, April 17, 2026. Any emails 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).
Minutes of Special Meeting of the
Bell City Council and Related Agencies
April 18, 2026
City Manager Michael L. Antwine II introduced the item and provided an overview of the purpose of the Strategic Planning Workshop. Department directors were each given the opportunity to discuss current community needs, departmental priorities, ongoing projects, and future goals to assist in the development of the City’s 2026–2028 Strategic Plan.
Christine Martin of Tripepi Smith, serving as the meeting facilitator, led the Strategic Plan overview and facilitated discussions regarding the City’s vision, priorities, goals, and strategic initiatives for the upcoming planning period.
Next Regular Meeting, Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Mayor Saleh adjourned the meeting at 2:42 p.m.
I, Angela Bustamante, 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 May 27, 2026. ________________________________
Angela Bustamante, City Clerk
Ali Saleh, Mayor