Agenda packet — Bellflower City Council, September 14, 2026 (part 1 of 2)

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Agenda Items are on file in the Office of the City Clerk and are available for public inspection during normal business hours. For your convenience, the Agenda is also posted on the City’s Website at www.bellflower.ca.gov with links to each Agenda Item (unless they are too lengthy or unavailable at the time of posting). Any supplemental material distributed to a majority of the members of the City Council/Successor Agency after the posting of this Agenda will be made available for public inspection during normal business hours in the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 16600 Civic Center Drive, Bellflower. (Privileged documents and Closed Session documents are exempted.)

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BELLFLOWER CITY COUNCIL

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2026
5:30 P.M. CLOSED SESSION / 7:00 P.M. OPEN SESSION
BELLFLOWER CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TELECONFERENCE – ZOOM WEBINAR
MEETING ID: 883 0182 2002 / TOLL FREE (669) 444-9171

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AGENDA

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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION VIA TELECONFERENCE

The meetings of the Bellflower City Council will be conducted in accordance with the adopted Meeting Rules of Procedure (Resolution No. 26-20, adopted June 8, 2026) available on the City’s website at www.bellflower.ca.gov .

The public may participate in City Council meetings via teleconference by using the Zoom Meeting ID and/or phone number on the first page of this agenda. Participants are encouraged to join the meeting 15 minutes before the start of the meeting.

When meetings are conducted with remote public access, the meeting may be recorded, including public comment. Audience screen names or displayed telephone numbers may be visible as part of the recording. Unless a person is called to provide public comment, participant audio may be muted and video may be disabled. Closed sessions, if any, will not be recorded.

Anonymous attendance may be permitted for audience members. Participants who wish to provide public comment may be asked to identify themselves in a manner reasonably sufficient for meeting administration before being recognized to speak. Participants using names that violate community standards, attempting to rename themselves contrary to host controls, or attempting to bypass host controls may be denied entry to, removed from, or blocked from the meeting platform.

If you wish to provide public comment at either the beginning of the meeting under Public Comments or for a particular item, you may either (a) contact the City Clerk’s Office before the meeting and provide your name to be called; or (b) utilize the “raise hand” option if participating by Zoom Webinar or dial “*9” if participating by phone. Once you click on this option you will be in the rotation to make a public comment. Remote participants will receive the same time allotment for public comment as participants attending in person. To be removed from the rotation, click on “raise hand” or “*9” again.

Please note, if you do not have an audio feature on your device you will need to call in, should you want to make a public comment. Written public comments will be accepted via email to [email protected] before the close of public comment period, and read into the record during public comment, when feasible. We request that written communications be limited to not more than 50 words.

If telephonic or internet service is disrupted so that the public cannot observe or attend through the authorized two-way telephonic or audiovisual platform, the City Council will recess open session for at least one hour and make a good faith effort to restore service.

During the recess, the City Council may meet in closed session as permitted by law. The City Council will not reconvene open session until at least one hour has passed or service has been restored, whichever occurs first. If service has not been restored when open session reconvenes, the City Council may continue only after adopting, by roll call vote, findings that good faith efforts were made to restore service and that the public interest in continuing the meeting outweighs the public interest in remote access.

If you have trouble connecting to the meeting, please visit the Meetings and Agendas webpage on the City’s website at www.bellflower.ca.gov for guidance or email [email protected].

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5:30 P.M. – CLOSED SESSION
1 CALL TO ORDER

2 ROLL CALL: Mayor Sonny R. Santa Ines
Mayor Pro Tem Victor A. Sanchez
Council Member Ray Dunton
Council Member Dan Koops
Council Member Wendi Morse
3 RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION

A CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION
(Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1))
MCJ Petro Tanklines, LLC v. City of Bellflower, et al. (filed July 12, 2023) Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 23STCV16264
B CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – THREAT OF LITIGATION
(Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(2)). Number of Cases: One.

Facts and Circumstances: Letter dated September 25, 2027, sent on behalf of BKK Working Group; on file with the City Clerk’s Office.

4 RECONVENE FOR OPEN SESSION

7:00 P.M. – OPEN SESSION

5 CALL TO ORDER

6 ROLL CALL: Mayor Sonny R. Santa Ines
Mayor Pro Tem Victor A. Sanchez
Council Member Ray Dunton
Council Member Dan Koops
Council Member Wendi Morse

7 INVOCATION: Council Member Dan Koops

8 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: P.J. Mellana, Director of Parks and Recreation

9 REQUEST TO APPEAR REMOTELY

None

10 CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS / PRESENTATIONS

A City Council Announcements
B Presentation: National Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation

C Presentation: Lakewood Station Captain Juan Briseno Crime Update

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11 PUBLIC COMMENTS

This is the time set aside for the public to address the City Council on matters not listed on the Agenda. Anyone wishing to address the City Council, whether attending in person or remotely, should be recognized by the Mayor before speaking. Speakers may state their name for the record. If you wish to address the City Council on an Agenda Item, you may do so when the item is called and public comment is invited. In-person speakers should come to the podium, and remote participants may request to speak using the procedures described in this agenda.

Each speaker will be given three (3) minutes to address the City Council unless adjusted by the Mayor to facilitate the orderly conduct of the meeting.

12 PUBLIC HEARINGS

None

13 ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS FOR CONSIDERATION

A Consideration and possible action to read by title only, waive further reading, and introduce Ordinance No. 1461 – An Ordinance adding Section 3.30.140 to the Bellflower Municipal Code delegating authority for subcontractor substitutions on public works contracts.

CEQA: The Ordinance is exempt from additional review under the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., “CEQA”) and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the “CEQA Guidelines”) because, under CEQA Guidelines §§ 15061(b)(3) and 15378(b)(5), it establishes internal governmental procedures for administering public works contracts and has no potential to cause a significant effect on the environment.

Recommendation to City Council: 1) Read by title only, waive further reading, and introduce Ordinance No. 1461 adding § 3.30.140 to the Bellflower Municipal Code authorizing the City Manager or designee to approve or deny subcontractor substitutions, assignments and transfers on City public works contracts; or 2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item. 14 CONSIDERATION ITEMS
None

15 CONSENT CALENDAR

All items under the Consent Calendar are considered by the City Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion. Specific items may be removed from the Consent Calendar at the request of any member of the City Council for separate consideration.

A Consideration and possible action to receive and file City Council Warrant Register No. 27-031, dated September 14, 2026.

Recommendation to City Council: 1) Receive and file Warrant Register No. 27-031; or 2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

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15 CONSENT CALENDAR – Continued

B Consideration and possible action to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1460 – An Ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment Case No. ZOTA 26-01 amending Chapter 17.66 (Housing Opportunity Overlay Zone “HOOZ”) of the Bellflower Municipal Code to address uses and development standards to implement the Housing Element.

CEQA: The City reviewed the environmental impacts of the proposed Ordinance pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq. “CEQA”) and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal.

Code of Regs. §§ 15000, et seq., the “CEQA Guidelines”). In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., "CEQA") and CEQA regulations (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq.), this project has been determined to be exempt pursuant to 14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15061(b)(3) (General Rule Exemption) because it is for general policies and procedure-making, and it is anticipated to not have the potential to cause a significant effect on the environment. Resolution No. 22-04 was adopted by the City Council on January 20, 2022, approving Mitigated Negative Declaration No. MND 21-01. Changing the regulatory framework for future development and uses within the Bellflower Municipal Code is an activity contemplated by MND 21-01. This activity does not contemplate any changes which will require major revisions to MND 21-01 nor are there any substantial changes with respect to the circumstances under which MND 21-01 was undertaken. There is no new information of substantial importance, which was not known and could not have been known with the exercise of reasonable diligence at the time MND 21-01 was approved.

Recommendation to City Council: 1) Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1460; or 2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

C Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to execute agreements with Leibert Cassidy Whitmore for legal services and employment relations consortium services. [Reference Agreement File Nos. 240 and 240.3]
Recommendation to City Council: 1) Authorize the City Manager to execute agreements with LCW for ongoing training (AFN 240) and special counsel services related to labor/employment matters (AFN 240.3), in a form approved by the City Attorney; or 2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

D Consideration and possible action to approve a notice of termination of Agreement File No. 122.3 with Long Beach Transit.

Recommendation to City Council: 1) Approve the proposed notice of termination of Agreement File No. 122.3 with Long Beach Transit and authorize its transmittal; or 2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

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15 CONSENT CALENDAR – Continued

E Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 7 to Agreement File No. 853, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with Mercy House Living Centers, to extend the term for Temporary Shelter Operator Services at New Hope Temporary Shelter.

Recommendation to City Council: 1) Authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 7 to Agreement File No. 853, in a form approved by the City Attorney; or 2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

F Consideration and possible action to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 26-36 – A Resolution adopting the 2026 Conflict of Interest Code for the City of Bellflower in accordance with the Political Reform Act, and superseding Resolution No. 24-53; and 2) receive and file the Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation’s 2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice determining that no amendment is required to its Conflict of Interest Code.

Recommendation to City Council: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 26-36; and 2) Receive and file the Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation’s 2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice; or 3) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

G Consideration and possible action to approve the Minutes of the August 10, 2026, Special Meeting of the City Council.

Recommendation to City Council: 1) Approve the August 10, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes; or 2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

H Consideration and possible action to approve the Minutes of the August 10, 2026, Regular Meeting of the City Council.

Recommendation to City Council: 1) Approve the August 10, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes; or 2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

I Consideration and possible action to approve the Minutes of the August 19, 2026, Special Meeting of the City Council.

Recommendation to City Council: 1) Approve the August 19, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes; or 2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

16 COUNCIL REPORTS

17 ADJOURNMENT

Adjourn to the next Regular Meeting of the Bellflower City Council at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, September 28, 2026.

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I, Jennife Russell, Management Analyst I, of the City of Bellflower, do hereby declare under penalty of perjury, that the Agenda for the Regular Meeting of the Bellflower City Council to be held on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., was posted Thursday, September 10th, 2026, at the following locations in the City of Bellflower:

City Hall Lobby and Doors, 16600 Civic Center Drive
City Website at www.bellflower.org
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library
Executed this 10th day of September 2026 at Bellflower, California.

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Denise Gail Fellers
Associate
+1,213,660.6427
denise,fellers@morganlewis,com
September 25, 2017

VIA REGULAR MAIL
Karl H. Berger
City Attorney
City of Bellflower
Hensley Law Group
2600 W. Olive Ave, Suite 500
Burbank, CA 91505
Re: BKK Lancfill, West Covina, CA
Dear City Attorney Berger:

This firm represents the BKK Working Group, an unaffiliated association of entities that has entered into a series of judicially -approved consent decrees with the California Department of Toxic Substances Control ("DISC") to take certain limited actions at the Class I Landfill portion ("Class I Landfill") of the BKK Corporation Landfill Facility In West Covina, CA (the "Site"). The BKK Working Group has recently discovered information suggesting that City of Bellflower (hereinafter referred to as "you") disposed of waste at the Class I Landfill and may therefore be liable for necessary response actions and other costs incurred by the BKK Working Group under § 107(a) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act ("CERCLA"), 42 U.S.C. § 9607(a), and California Health and Safety Code § 25323.5. Enclosed with this fetter is a Tolling Agreement relating to potential claims the BKK Working Group may have against you based on its work at the Class I Landfill,
The BKK Landfill and Response Actions
The BKK Site is an approximately 583 -acre facility located at 2210 South Azusa Avenue, West Covina, California. The Site contains a closed hazardous waste Class I landfill, a closed Class III municipal solid waste landfill, and related facilities including a leachate treatment plant and a landfill gas collection system. The Class 1 Landfill is approximately 190 acres in size and accepted waste from roughly 1962 to 1987. In total, the Class I Landfill accepted approximately five million tons of liquid and solid hazardous wastes together with substantially greater amounts of municipal and commercial wastes. BKK Corporation is the owner and operator of the Class I and Class III landfills.

In October 2004, BKK Corporation announced that it could not continue to conduct post -closure care for the Class 1 Landfill after November 17, 2004. Consequently, DTSC engaged a contractor to Morgan, Lewis & Bocklus uv
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conduct emergency response activities and to operate and maintain the Class I Landfill's critical equipment and systems. In December 2004, DTSC issued an "Imminent and Substantial Endangerment Determination and Order and Remedial Action Order" ("ISE Order") to BKK Corporation and 50 other respondents, including former customers, who were alleged to be potentially responsible for conditions at the BKK Landfill. Some of these respondents are now members of the BKK Working Group. The ISE Order required the respondents to conduct operation and maintenance activities at the Class I Landfill and the leachate treatment plant.

In 2005, pursuant to several interim settlement agreements, the BKK Working Group began reimbursing DTSC for a portion of its response costs. In October 2005, the BKK Working Group and DTSC lodged a proposed Consent Decree with the Federal District Court for the Central District of California. That Consent Decree provided for the BKK Working Group to complete certain projects and perform operations at the BKK Class I Landfill and to pay for, and be released from, certain of DTSC's response costs. It also provided for DTSC to dismiss, without prejudice, the ISE Order against the BKK Working Group members. The Court entered the Consent Decree on March 6, 2006. The BKK Working Group and DTSC next agreed to a Second Consent Decree, which was entered by the Court on August 10, 2010. The Second Consent Decree required the BKK Working Group to conduct additional investigation activities at the Class I Landfill. Finally, the BKK Working Group and DTSC agreed to a Third Consent Decree, which requires the BKK Working Group to conduct certain investigation activities at the Class I Landfill related to groundwater. The Federal District Court entered the Third Consent Decree on July 24, 2015 and the First Amended Third Partial Consent Decree on October 18, 2016. DTSC may conduct or compel additional actions at the BKK Class I Landfill, Including actions to address groundwater contamination.

Additional information about the BKK Site may be found at:
https://dtsc.ca.gcy1HazardousWasteJFrolects/BKK.cfm and http://www.envirostor.dtsc.c.a.gov/public/prohle report.asp?global €n 19490005 Notice of Potential Liability
DTSC has documented the release or threatened release of hazardous substances, pollutants or contaminants at the Class I Landfill. DTSC spent and will spend public funds, and the BKK Working Group spent and will spend its funds, on actions to investigate and control such releases or threatened releases at the Class I Landfill. Under provisions of California's Hazardous Substance Account Act ("HSAA"), Health and Safety Code sections 25300 et seq., including sections 25355.5(a) and 25358.3(a), DTSC may order potentially responsible parties ("PRPs") to perform response actions deemed necessary by DTSC to protect the public health, welfare or the environment. Also, under the HSAA and CERCLA, PRPs may be compelled to compensate DTSC or other parties, including but not limited to the BKK Working Group, for costs incurred in responding to any release or threatened release at the Class I Landfill. Such actions and costs may include, but are not limited to, expenditures for conducting daily maintenance of the Class I Landfill and associated systems, necessary repair work, monitoring and other post -closure activities, Engineering Evaluation/Cost Analyses, Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Studies, Remedial Design/Remedial Actions, groundwater cleanup and other investigative, planning, response oversight and enforcement activities. In addition, PRPs may be required to pay damages for injury to, destruction of, or loss of natural resources, including the cost of assessing such damages.

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Shipping records maintained by DTSC and the BKK Corporation, as well as other business records maintained by the BKK Corporation, identify generators who arranged for the disposal of waste at the Class I landfill. Based on this information, the BKK Working Group believes that you are one of the generators that disposed of waste at the Class I landfill and therefore a PRP with respect to the Facility.

Tolling Agreement
The BKK Working Group has incurred response costs related to the BKK Class I Landfill, including but not limited to costs incurred pursuant to the three Consent Decrees. As a result, the BKK Working Group possesses claims against you for the recovery of response costs pursuant to CERCLA, the HSAA, and California common law. The BKK Working Group strongly prefers that any litigation be deferred until such time as a long-term settlement and enforcement approach has been developed for the Class I Landfill and that you and the other entities who arranged for the disposal of wastes have had the opportunity to participate in such a settlement. The BKK Working Group is working with DTSC on such an approach. The enclosed Tolling Agreement would toll, or stop, any statute of limitations applicable to potential claims that the BKK Working Group has against you —or that you have against the BKK Working Group —relating to the Site from the effective date of the Tolling Agreement through 60 days following the termination of the Tolling Agreement. The Tolling Agreement terminates on September 25, 2020. The Tolling Agreement also includes a "standstill" clause that will prohibit either the BKK Working Group or City of El Segundo from initiating litigation against the other for claims related to the Site for the duration of the Agreement. The Tolling Agreement does not constitute an admission of fact or of liability. It is simply intended to provide the parties with additional time to consider settlement options. Please give these matters your immediate attention.

Information to Assist Responsible Parties
Please sign and return both originals of the Tolling Agreement to the following address no later than November 17, 2017:

Marina Rodriguez
Senior Paralegal
Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP
300 South Grand Avenue, Suite 2200
Los Angeles, CA 90071
[email protected]
Following receipt of both signed originals of the Tolling Agreement, the BKK Working Group will sign both originals and return one fully executed original to you at the above address or any other address you so designate.

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Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have any questions, please contact me at (213) 680-6427 or C'[email protected].

Sincerely,
Denise Gail Fellers
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TO:Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
ATTENTION:Ryan Smoot, City Manager
FROM:Len Gorecki, Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works SUBJECT:Consideration and possible action to read by title only, waive further reading, and introduce Ordinance No. 1461 – An Ordinance adding Section 3.30.140 to the Bellflower Municipal Code delegating authority for subcontractor substitutions on public works contracts.

DATE: September 14, 2026

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The proposed Ordinance would add § 3.30.140 to the Bellflower Municipal Code (“BMC”) to authorize the City Manager or designee to approve or deny certain subcontractor substitutions, assignments, and transfers on City public works contracts. This change would allow these contract administration matters to be handled by staff instead of requiring separate City Council action. The Ordinance would not change the legal requirements for notice, hearings, or findings when those requirements apply.

RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL
1) Read by title only, waive further reading, and introduce Ordinance No. 1461 adding § 3.30.140 to the Bellflower Municipal Code authorizing the City Manager or designee to approve or deny subcontractor substitutions, assignments and transfers on City public works contracts; or
2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

FISCAL IMPACT
The Ordinance will have no fiscal impact. It does not create a new program, require new staff, or add operating costs. It only clarifies who will handle subcontractor substitution requests under existing public works contracts.

PUBLIC NOTICE
This item has been noticed as part of the regular City Council agenda in accordance with California law. No additional public notice is required. -1-

Staff Report – Ordinance on Subcontractor Substitutions September 14, 2026

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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The Ordinance is exempt from additional review under the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., “CEQA”) and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000,et seq., the “CEQA Guidelines”) because, under CEQA Guidelines §§ 15061(b)(3) and 15378(b)(5), it establishes internal governmental procedures for administering public works contracts and has no potential to cause a significant effect on the environment.

DISCUSSION
Charter Article VII allows the City Council to adopt rules for the bidding, award, and performance of public works contracts. Charter Article VIII also allows the Council to carry out the Charter by ordinance or resolution.

BMC Chapter 3.30 establishes the City’s procedures for public works contracts. The chapter authorizes the City Manager to administer those procedures. Under BMC § 3.30.020, the term “City Manager” includes the City Manager’s designee. Unless the City Manager names another person in writing, the Director of Public Works serves as the City Manager’s designee for Chapter 3.30.

Public Contract Code § 4107 regulates certain requests to replace, assign, or transfer listed subcontractors on public works contracts. The law allows the awarding authority, or an authorized officer, to approve or deny those requests. If a listed subcontractor timely objects to a proposed substitution, the law requires notice and a hearing before the substitution may be approved.

The proposed Ordinance would add BMC § 3.30.140. The new section would authorize the City Manager to act for the City on subcontractor substitution matters under Public Contract Code § 4107. This includes approving or denying a proposed substitution, assignment, or transfer; giving required notice; holding hearings when required; and making the related findings and decisions required by law.

The Ordinance would make clear that the City Manager may handle these matters as part of administering City public works contracts. It would improve efficiency while preserving all procedures and protections required by California law.

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Ordinance No. 1461 ........................................................................................................ 3 -2-

CITY OF BELLFLOWER
ORDINANCE NO. 1461
AN ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 3.30.140 TO THE

BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL CODE DELEGATING

AUTHORITY FOR SUBCONTRACTOR SUBSTITUTIONS

ON PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACTS
THE CITY COUNCIL DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council finds and declares as follows:

A. Bellflower City Charter (“Charter”) Article VII authorizes the City Council, by ordinance, to establish standards, procedures, rules, and regulations governing all aspects of the bidding, award, and performance of public works contracts.

B. Charter Article VIII(C) authorizes the City Council to implement all aspects of the Charter by ordinance or resolution, and Article VIII(A) directs that the Charter be broadly construed to facilitate the City’s exercise of powers regarding municipal affairs.

C. Bellflower Municipal Code (“BMC”) Chapter 3.30 establishes procedures for public works contracts and authorizes the City Manager to administer that chapter.

D. BMC § 3.30.020 defines “City Manager” to include the City Manager’s designee and provides that, unless otherwise designated by the City Manager in writing, the Director of Public Works is the City Manager’s designee for purposes of Chapter 3.30.

E. Public Contract Code § 4107 authorizes an awarding authority, or its duly authorized officer, to consent to or deny certain substitutions, assignments, or transfers of subcontractors on public works contracts and establishes notice and hearing requirements for contested substitution requests.

F. The purpose of this Ordinance is to expressly authorize the City Manager to administer and decide matters arising under Public Contract Code § 4107 so that subcontractor substitution matters are handled efficiently as part of the administration of City public works contracts.

G. As required by Charter Article III(B), the City Council finds that this Ordinance does not unduly burden a person’s ability to pursue economic opportunities and safe and legal residential housing.

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SECTION 2. BMC § 3.30.140 is added to the BMC to read as follows:
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§ 3.30.140. Subcontractor Substitutions.

The City Manager may approve or deny the substitution, assignment, or transfer of a subcontractor on a City public works contract, including giving required notices, conducting hearings, and making related findings and determinations, in accordance with applicable law.”
SECTION 3.Construction. This Ordinance must be broadly construed to achieve the purposes stated in this Ordinance. It is the City Council’s intent that the provisions of this Ordinance be interpreted or implemented by the City and others in a manner that facilitates the purposes set forth in this Ordinance.

SECTION 4.Enforceability. Repeal of any provision of the Bellflower Municipal Code does not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any violation occurring before this Ordinance’s effective date. Any such repealed part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.

SECTION 5.Electronic Signatures. This Ordinance may be executed with electronic signatures in accordance with Government Code §16.5. Such electronic signatures will be treated in all respects as having the same effect as an original signature.

SECTION 6.Severability. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provision or application and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.

SECTION 7.Recordation; Validity of Previous Code Sections. If this entire Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, any repeal or amendment of the BMC or other city ordinance by this Ordinance will be rendered void and cause such previous BMC provision or other the city ordinance to remain in full force and effect for all purposes.

SECTION 8.Environmental Assessment. The City Council finds that adoption of this Ordinance is exempt from additional review under the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., “CEQA”) and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000,et seq., the “CEQA Guidelines”) because, under CEQA Guidelines §§ 15061(b)(3) and 15378(b)(5) the Ordinance establishes internal governmental procedures that have no potential to cause a significant effect on the environment. -4-

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Ordinance No. 1461

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SECTION 9.Publication. The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this Ordinance; cause it to be entered into the City of Bellflower's book of original ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting; and, within 15 days after the passage and adoption of this Ordinance, cause it to be published or posted in accordance with California law.

SECTION 10.Effective Date. This Ordinance will become effective 30 days after adoption.

ORDINANCE NO. 1461 HAD ITS FIRST READING ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2026, ITS SECOND READING ON ____________, AND WAS DULY PASSED, APPROVED,

AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELLFLOWER AT ITS REGULAR MEETING OF ___________.

Sonny R. Santa Ines, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________
Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Karl H. Berger, City Attorney
_____________________________________
By: Joaquin Vazquez, Deputy City Attorney
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council

ATTENTION: Ryan Smoot, City Manager

FROM: Anna Garan, Director of Finance

SUBJECT: Consideration and possible action to receive and file Warrant Register No. 27-031, dated September 14, 2026.

DATE: September 14, 2026

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

BMC § 2.12.030.B stipulates that the Director of Finance is responsible for the preparation of warrant registers for the City Manager and City Council. In addition, Section X.B of the Budget, Financial and Administrative Policies stipulates the City’s process in executing warrants for the payment of goods and services, as well as the requirement to make each warrant register a matter of public record by placing it on the City Council Agenda as a Consent Calendar item.

RECOMMENDATION

1) Receive and file Warrant Register No. 27-031; or

2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

FISCAL IMPACT

$2,296,861.22 in expenditures.

ATTACHMENT

Warrant Register No. 27-031 .......................................................................................... 2

Fund No.CITY OF BELLFLOWER:
010 General Fund 1,594,003.59$
011 General Fund Projects 8,257.50
012 Public Projects Fund 72,457.00
037 Drug Education/Rehabilitation Fund 9,847.35
090 Agency Fund/Refundable Deposits - Private Projects 8,196.00 100 Proposition A Fund - Transportation 94,203.49
115 Measure M Fund - Transportation / Streets 24,556.40 125 Measure R Fund - Transportation / Streets 59,321.22 135 Proposition C Fund - Transportation / Streets 5,174.26 145 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) Fund 2,597.50 320 Measure W Fund - Water 6,000.54
510 Economic Development Fund 4,787.44
530 IT/Equipment Replacement Fund 6,028.57
540 GIS Update Fund 487.50
542 General Plan/Zoning Ordinance Update Fund 13,125.00 600 Building and Safety Fund 9,040.00
900 Community Development Block Grant Fund 355.52
910 HOME Fund 550.00
944 Parking District No. 1 Fund 267.12
974 Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund 3,982.50 Total Accounts Payable 1,923,238.50
Payroll Check/ACH Payments
(Pay Period Ending 8/7/26, 8/21/26 & 8/27/26) 373,622.72 Total Expenditures - City 2,296,861.22$

WARRANT REGISTER FUND SUMMARY

CITY OF BELLFLOWER
(Warrant Register No. 27-031 Dated September 14, 2026)
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REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 001 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: 36003 (RAMIREZ VENTURES AND CO., LLC.)

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VENDOR.: ADA06 (ADAMSON POLICE PRODUCTS)

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VENDOR.: AGU02 (MARIA I AGUAYO)

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VENDOR.: ALA05 (ALAN'S LAWN AND GARDEN CENTER, INC.)

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VENDOR.: AME44 (AMERICAN RED CROSS)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 002 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: AYA02 (ANTHONY AYALA)

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VENDOR.: BEL03 (BELLFLOWER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE)

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VENDOR.: BEL11 (BELLFLOWER HOME GARDEN WATER COMPANY)

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VENDOR.: BLU01 (BLUE DIAMOND MATERIALS)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 003 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: BLU01 (BLUE DIAMOND MATERIALS) ..Continue..

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VENDOR.: BLU07 (BLUDOT TECHNOLOGIES, LLC)

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VENDOR.: BUT03 (BUTLER CHEMICALS, INC.)

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VENDOR.: BYM01 (GERRIT J. BYMA)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 004 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: CA008 (CALIFORNIA-AMERICAN WATER COMPANY)

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VENDOR.: CA009 (CAL NEVA MINING LLC)

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VENDOR.: CAL50 (CALED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT)

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VENDOR.: CAL63 (CALIFORNIA LANDSCAPE & DESIGN, INC.)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 005 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: CAL88 (CALPRO SPECIALTIES)

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VENDOR.: CEN03 (CENTRAL BASIN MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT)

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VENDOR.: CHI07 (CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY)

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VENDOR.: CJC01 (CJ CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION, INC.)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 006 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: COM45 (COMMONWEALTH LAND TITLE COMPANY)

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VENDOR.: COR01 (CORBIN WILLITS SYSTEMS, INC)

34.57 100 42030 3500 09/26 FINANCIAL SOFTWARE SUPPORT

51.85 135 42030 3650 09/26 FINANCIAL SOFTWARE SUPPORT ------------
Vendor's Total = 1728.29
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VENDOR.: COR15 (CORODATA MEDIA STORAGE INC.)

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VENDOR.: COR16 (CORODATA RECORDS MANAGEMENT INC.)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 007 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: COS00 (COSTAR REALTY INFORMATION, INC.)

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VENDOR.: COU08 (LA COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT)

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VENDOR.: CR&01 (CR&R INC.)

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VENDOR.: CRA05 (MICHELE L. CRAVENS-WORLEY)

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VENDOR.: DEN03 (DE NOVO PLANNING GROUP)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 008 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: DEN03 (DE NOVO PLANNING GROUP) ..Continue..

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VENDOR.: DUA02 (DUANE MORITA)

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VENDOR.: EMP01 (EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT)

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VENDOR.: EMP05 (EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT)

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VENDOR.: FER05 (FERGUSON ENTERPRISES, LLC)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 009 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL
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VENDOR.: FOS01 (FOSTER & FOSTER, INC.)
---- WARRANT ----- --------------------------------------- DISTRIBUTION --------------------------------------- Invoice No Number Date Amount Paid G/L Account No Ctr ---------- ------ -------- ------------ -------------- --- 15955T XXXXXX 08/21/26 4500.00 010 42052 1300
16083T XXXXXX 08/21/26 1200.00 010 42052 1300
Description
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FY 25/26 FULL VALUATION,GASB 75 DISCLOSURE PREP FY 25/26 GASB 68 DISCLOSURE REPORT ------------
Vendor's Total = 5700.00
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VENDOR.: FRO07 (FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS)
---- WARRANT ----- --------------------------------------- DISTRIBUTION --------------------------------------- Invoice No Number Date Amount Paid G/L Account No Ctr Description ---------- ------ -------- ------------ -------------- --- -------------------------------------------------- B260813H XXXXXX 08/13/26 180.98 135 43300 3610 08/26 INTERNET SVCS/CARUTHERS PARK (FIOS) 3010.00 135 43300 3610 08/26 INTERNET SVCS/SUBSTATION,CP,SP,TP 1517.60 010 43300 3900 ECF 08/26 INT.,TELEPHONE,CABLE SVC/MAYNE EVENTS CTR 589.36 100 43300 3560 08/26 INT.,TELEPHONE SVCS/PRKG.STR/16337 BLFR. ------------
Vendor's Total = 5297.94
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VENDOR.: GAL00 (GALLAGHER BENEFIT SERVICES, INC.)
---- WARRANT ----- --------------------------------------- DISTRIBUTION --------------------------------------- Invoice No Number Date Amount Paid G/L Account No Ctr Description ---------- ------ -------- ------------ -------------- --- -------------------------------------------------- 026054083 XXXXXX 09/03/26 25800.00 010 42054 1350 2026 CLASS & COMPENSATION STUDY/AFN 961.2/PMT #4 ------------
Vendor's Total = 25800.00
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VENDOR.: GAM00 (GAMETIME)
---- WARRANT ----- --------------------------------------- DISTRIBUTION --------------------------------------- Invoice No Number Date Amount Paid G/L Account No Ctr Description ---------- ------ -------- ------------ -------------- --- -------------------------------------------------- V00107456 XXXXXX 08/26/26 16515.87 010 46011 3900 REPLACEMENT/DAMAGED ARCH SWING/TP/AFN 1129 ------------
Vendor's Total = 16515.87
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REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 010 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: GAR06 (ANDREA B. CALIP TRUST)

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VENDOR.: GAR27 (JOHN M GARDNER)

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VENDOR.: GER01 (DANDY GERZON DE PAULA)

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VENDOR.: GIL06 (DAVID GILLISPIE)

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VENDOR.: GNG01 (G & G SECURITY INC.)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 011 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: GNG01 (G & G SECURITY INC.) ..Continue..

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VENDOR.: GOG01 (GO GREEN INTERIOR PLANTS)

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VENDOR.: GOL01 (GOLDEN WEST PIPE & SUPPLY)

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VENDOR.: GOL12 (GOLDEN STAR TECHNOLOGY INC. (GST))

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VENDOR.: GRA06 (GRAINGER, INC.)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 012 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: GRA06 (GRAINGER, INC.) ..Continue..

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VENDOR.: HAR08 (HARTZOG & CRABILL, INC)

---- WARRANT ----- --------------------------------------- DISTRIBUTION --------------------------------------- Invoice No Number Date Amount Paid G/L Account No Ctr Description ---------- ------ -------- ------------ -------------- --- -------------------------------------------------- 260011 XXXXXX 08/21/26 2597.50 145 47050 9000 108 11/25,12/25 PLAN CHK/ALONDRA TRAF.CTRL PLAN TO#19 260012 XXXXXX 08/21/26 3885.00 010 42054 3000 1/26 SPLIT-PHASING EVAL/CLARK & CEDAR/281.33/TO#18 260013 XXXXXX 08/21/26 277.50 010 42054 3000 12/25 CITY ENGINEER SERVICES 260297 XXXXXX 08/21/26 4560.00 600 42054 4120 05/26 GRADING PLAN CHECK SERVICES 260299 XXXXXX 08/21/26 4480.00 600 42054 4120 06/26 GRADING PLAN CHECK SERVICES 260311 XXXXXX 08/21/26 7065.00 115 47148 9000 113 07/26 ENG.DESIGN SVCS/FOSTER TRAFFIC SIGNALS TO #3 ------------
Vendor's Total = 22865.00
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VENDOR.: HAS03 (HASA INC)

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VENDOR.: HOM01 (HOME DEPOT)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 013 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: HOM01 (HOME DEPOT) ..Continue..

41.69 010 46000 3100 08/26 PW SUPPLIES/HOME DEPOT 204.35 010 46000 3900 08/26 PW SUPPLIES/HOME DEPOT 2471.03 010 46000 8000 08/26 PW SUPPLIES/HOME DEPOT 712.08 010 46010 3900 08/26 PW SUPPLIES/HOME DEPOT 770.52 010 46011 3900 08/26 PW SUPPLIES/HOME DEPOT 816.93 010 46012 3900 08/26 PW SUPPLIES/HOME DEPOT

99.43 010 46020 3900 08/26 PW SUPPLIES/HOME DEPOT 150.67 010 46022 3900 08/26 PW SUPPLIES/HOME DEPOT 345.49 010 46029 3900 08/26 PW SUPPLIES/HOME DEPOT 705.78 010 46200 5013 08/26 PW SUPPLIES/HOME DEPOT 384.44 010 46300 3100 08/26 PW SUPPLIES/HOME DEPOT 139.15 010 46500 3100 08/26 PW SUPPLIES/HOME DEPOT 1340.50 125 46000 3910 08/26 PW SUPPLIES/HOME DEPOT 355.52 900 43100 5022 08/26 PW SUPPLIES/HOME DEPOT -81.55 010 43100 3900 08/26 PW SUPPLIES/HOME DEPOT/EARLY PAY DISCOUNT ------------
Vendor's Total = 9564.44
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VENDOR.: HON02 (JENNIFER H. HONG)

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VENDOR.: HOU06 (HOUSTON ENGINEERING, INC.)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 014 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: HUM03 (COOPERATIVE PERSONNEL SERVICES)

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VENDOR.: IRS02 (INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE)

---- WARRANT ----- --------------------------------------- DISTRIBUTION --------------------------------------- Invoice No Number Date Amount Paid G/L Account No Ctr Description ---------- ------ -------- ------------ -------------- --- -------------------------------------------------- 30724790H XXXXXX 08/13/26 67426.40 010 23020 941:EMPLYRS QRTRLY OASDI TAX-PPE 8/7/26 PD 8/13/26 16472.23 010 23170 941:EMPLYRS QRTRLY MEDICARE -PPE 8/7/26 PD 8/13/26 51013.03 010 23070 941:EMPLYRS QRTRLY FEDERAL -PPE 8/7/26 PD 8/13/26 54869988H XXXXXX 08/14/26 915.18 010 23020 941:EMPLYR QRTRLY OASDI-ACCRUAL FINAL 214.04 010 23170 941:EMPLYR QRTRLY MEDICARE-ACCRUAL FINAL 1623.71 010 23070 941:EMPLYR QRTRLY FEDERAL-ACCRUAL FINAL 14120561H XXXXXX 08/27/26 62529.56 010 23020 941:EMPLYRS QRTRLY OASDI-PPE 8/21/26 PD 8/27/26 15504.53 010 23170 941:EMPLYRS QRTRLY MEDICARE-PPE 8/21/26 PD 8/27/26 45843.77 010 23070 941:EMPLYRS QRTRLY FEDERAL-PPE 8/21/26 PD 8/27/26 25085392H XXXXXX 09/01/26 146.30 010 12000 941:EMPLYRS QRTRLY FED TAX - FINAL 94867689H XXXXXX 09/03/26 102.06 010 23020 941:EMPLYRS QRTRLY OASDI-FINAL

23.86 010 23170 941:EMPLYRS QRTRLY MEDICARE-FINAL

20.38 010 23070 941:EMPLYRS QRTRLY FEDERAL-FINAL ------------
Vendor's Total = 261835.05
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VENDOR.: JDL01 (JDL PACKAGING SYSTEMS, INC)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 015 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: JHM01 (JHM SUPPLY, INC.)

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VENDOR.: JIM06 (ROCIO JIMENEZ-SANCHEZ)

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VENDOR.: JJP00 (JJ PROPERTY MAINTENANCE NETWORK, INC.)

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VENDOR.: JOE02 (JOE A GONSALVES & SON)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 016 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: KEL08 (KELTERITE CORPORATION)

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VENDOR.: KEY06 (KEYSER MARSTON ASSOCIATES, INC.)

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VENDOR.: KIN07 (KINGDOM CAUSES)

---- WARRANT ----- --------------------------------------- DISTRIBUTION --------------------------------------- Invoice No Number Date Amount Paid G/L Account No Ctr Description ---------- ------ -------- ------------ -------------- --- -------------------------------------------------- 062026 XXXXXX 08/21/26 8333.00 010 42054 2000 06/26 HOMELESS SERVICES/AFN 572.3 072026 XXXXXX 08/21/26 8333.00 010 42054 2000 07/26 HOMELESS SERVICES/AFN 572.3 B260630 XXXXXX 09/03/26 3750.00 037 44556 2510 04/26-06/26 RENTAL ASSISTANCE FUND/AFN 464.7 SINOV2025 XXXXXX 09/03/26 615.00 125 46000 3910 11/25 ON-CALL LANDSCAPE SERVICES/AFN 464.4 797.50 010 46033 3900 11/25 ON-CALL LANDSCAPE SERVICES/AFN 464.4 2500.00 010 46026 3900 11/25 ON-CALL LANDSCAPE SERVICES/AFN 464.4 1041.25 100 46000 3560 11/25 ON-CALL LANDSCAPE SERVICES/AFN 464.4 505.00 010 46000 2000 11/25 ON-CALL LANDSCAPE SERVICES/AFN 464.4 1395.00 010 46000 3900 11/25 ON-CALL LANDSCAPE SERVICES/AFN 464.4 ------------
Vendor's Total = 27269.75
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VENDOR.: LAK03 (CITY OF LAKEWOOD)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 017 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: LAK03 (CITY OF LAKEWOOD) ..Continue..

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VENDOR.: LAN07 (LANGUAGE NETWORK, INC.)

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VENDOR.: LIF04 (LIFTECH ELEVATOR SERVICES LLC)

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VENDOR.: LON02 (CITY OF LONG BEACH)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 018 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: LOS03 (LOS ANGELES COUNTY/DEPT.OF PUBLIC WORKS)

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VENDOR.: LOS50 (LOS CERRITOS COMMUNITY NEWS)

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VENDOR.: LOS52 (LOS ANGELES REGIONAL INTEROPERABLE)

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VENDOR.: LOS53 (L.A. CO. REGISTRAR-RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 019 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: MMASC (MUNICIPAL MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION)

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VENDOR.: MSA02 (MUNICIPAL DENTAL POOL)

55.78 010 43514 3100 ADJ - 8/26
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Vendor's Total = 8117.32
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VENDOR.: MUN12 (MUNI ENVIRONMENTAL, LLC)

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VENDOR.: NCA01 (NCA STUDIO INC)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 020 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: NOR15 (NORTH AMERICAN YOUTH ACTIVITIES LLC)

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VENDOR.: NOR18 (NORWALK LA MIRADA PLUMBING HEATING)

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VENDOR.: NV501 (NV5,INC.)

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VENDOR.: OCE01 (OCEAN BLUE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, INC.)

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VENDOR.: ONG01 (OSCAR NERI)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 021 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: ONG01 (OSCAR NERI) ..Continue..

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VENDOR.: PAC33 (PACKET FUSION, INC.)

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VENDOR.: PAR01 (LIBERTY UTILITIES/PARK WATER COMPANY)

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VENDOR.: PAS05 (PASADENA CONSULTING GROUP LLC)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 022 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: PERS0 (PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM)

0.02 010 43524 3900 ROUNDING ADJ
A260825H XXXXXX 08/28/26 72630.69 010 23040 PERS RETIREMENT - PPE 8/21/26 PD 8/27/26

0.01 010 43524 3900 ADJ ROUNDING
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Vendor's Total = 144535.37
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VENDOR.: PERS1 (PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM)

99.04 010 43513 3900 ADMIN FEES - ACTIVE
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Vendor's Total = 185842.40
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VENDOR.: PRE26 (PRETTY SMART)

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VENDOR.: PRO16 (PRO PARK, LLC)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 023 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: PRO16 (PRO PARK, LLC) ..Continue..

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VENDOR.: RAY01 (RAYVERN LIGHTING SUPPLY COMPANY, INC)

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VENDOR.: RES03 (RESOURCE BUILDING MATERIALS,INC.)

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VENDOR.: RHM01 (RICHARD H. MUNOZ)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 024 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: ROM02 (MARGARET ROMERO)

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VENDOR.: RUT01 (RUTAN & TUCKER, LLP)

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VENDOR.: SAN11 (CITY OF SANTA FE SPRINGS)

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VENDOR.: SAN36 (SONNY R. SANTA INES)

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VENDOR.: SCS02 (S.C. SIGNS & SUPPLIES LLC)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 025 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: SEA06 (MEISTER SEALCOAT & SUPPLIES LLC)

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VENDOR.: SIG09 (SIGNAL HILL AUTO ENTERPRISES, INC.)

---- WARRANT ----- --------------------------------------- DISTRIBUTION --------------------------------------- Invoice No Number Date Amount Paid G/L Account No Ctr Description ---------- ------ -------- ------------ -------------- --- -------------------------------------------------- 176656 XXXXXX 09/03/26 106.08 010 46000 8010 JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 176657 XXXXXX 09/03/26 2364.11 010 46010 3900 JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 176924 XXXXXX 09/03/26 310.37 010 46010 3900 CLEANING SUPPLIES 310.37 010 46000 8000 CLEANING SUPPLIES
310.36 010 46000 3900 CLEANING SUPPLIES
310.36 010 46000 2000 CLEANING SUPPLIES
176926 XXXXXX 09/03/26 565.50 010 46010 3900 CLEANING SUPPLIES 565.50 010 46000 8000 CLEANING SUPPLIES
565.49 010 46000 3900 CLEANING SUPPLIES
565.49 010 46000 2000 CLEANING SUPPLIES
177485 XXXXXX 09/03/26 911.33 010 46012 3900 JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 17501901 XXXXXX 09/03/26 424.32 010 46013 3900 JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 17568101 XXXXXX 09/03/26 59.67 010 46012 3900 JANITORIAL SUPPLIES ------------
Vendor's Total = 7368.95
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VENDOR.: SMA02 (SMART & FINAL)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 026 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: SMA03 (SMART & FINAL)

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VENDOR.: SMI20 (KRISTEN SMITH/PETTY CASH CUSTODIAN)

58.15 010 43100 5012 YOUTH PROGRAM SUPPLIES

92.23 037 41362 2510 SPECIAL EVENT SUPPLIES

24.22 037 41362 2510 SPECIAL EVENT DECORATIONS

28.70 010 43100 5012 ADAPTIVE RECREATION SUPPLIES 113.52 010 43100 5010 YOUTH PROGRAM REFRESHMENTS ------------
Vendor's Total = 578.67
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VENDOR.: SOS02 (HECTOR SOSA)

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VENDOR.: SOU01 (SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 027 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: SOU01 (SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON) ..Continue..

---- WARRANT ----- --------------------------------------- DISTRIBUTION --------------------------------------- Invoice No Number Date Amount Paid G/L Account No Ctr Description ---------- ------ -------- ------------ -------------- --- -------------------------------------------------- B260818H XXXXXX 08/18/26 62.88 010 43210 3100 07/26 ELECTRIC B260819H XXXXXX 08/19/26 14187.87 010 43210 8000 07/26 ELECTRIC B260820H XXXXXX 08/20/26 58.15 010 43210 3100 04/26-07/26 ELECTRIC/EXEC.TRACT/14112 1/4 LEAHY B260824H XXXXXX 08/24/26 60744.27 010 43210 3100 07/26 ELECTRIC 202.98 010 43210 3900 07/26 ELECTRIC
5662.77 100 43210 3560 07/26 ELECTRIC
5159.92 010 43210 8010 TSS 07/26 ELECTRIC
260824ECFH XXXXXX 08/24/26 12648.63 010 43210 3900 ECF 07/26 ELECTRIC/THE MAYNE EVENTS CENTER B260826H XXXXXX 08/26/26 4026.87 010 43210 2000 07/26 ELECTRIC 3370.97 010 43210 3100 07/26 ELECTRIC
267.12 944 43210 3410 07/26 ELECTRIC
368.50 320 43210 6022 07/26 ELECTRIC
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Vendor's Total = 129397.10
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VENDOR.: SOU03 (THE GAS COMPANY)

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VENDOR.: SOU71 (SOUTHSTAR ENGINEERING & CONSULTING, INC.)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 028 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: SOU71 (SOUTHSTAR ENGINEERING & CONSULTING, INC.) ..Continue..

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VENDOR.: SOU73 (CALIFORNIA NEWSPAPER PARTNERSHIP)

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VENDOR.: SPE02 (SPEED TECH LIGHTS, INC.)

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VENDOR.: STA15 (STATE OF CALIFORNIA)

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VENDOR.: STA26 (STAPLES BUSINESS ADVANTAGE)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 029 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: STA52 (STANDARD INSURANCE COMPANY)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: SWA01 (SWANK MOTION PICTURES,INC)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: TAY01 (TAYLOR SECURITY SYSTEMS,INC.)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: THE36 (THERMAL CONCEPTS, INC.)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 030 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: THE36 (THERMAL CONCEPTS, INC.) ..Continue..

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: TIM04 (CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: TOY02 (SHARLINE TOYAMA)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: TPX01 (U.S. TELEPACIFIC CORPORATION)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 031 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: TPX01 (U.S. TELEPACIFIC CORPORATION) ..Continue..

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: TRA16 (TRANSDEV FLEET SERVICES, INC.)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: TRI08 (TRIPEPI, SMITH & ASSOCIATES)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: UND01 (UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT OF SOUTHERN CA)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 032 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: UNI26 (UNITED STATES POSTMASTER)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: VOY01 (VOYAGER FLEET SYSTEMS INC)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: VOY02 (VOYA RETIREMENT INS & ANNUITY CO - 457)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: VOY03 (VOYA RETIREMENT INS & ANNUITY CO - 401a)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: VOY04 (VOYA RETIREMENT INS & ANNUITY - 457 ROTH)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 033 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: VOY04 (VOYA RETIREMENT INS & ANNUITY - 457 ROTH) ..Continue..

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VENDOR.: WEH01 (LARRY LEE WEHAGE)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: WES09 (WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC)

---- WARRANT ----- --------------------------------------- DISTRIBUTION --------------------------------------- Invoice No Number Date Amount Paid G/L Account No Ctr Description ---------- ------ -------- ------------ -------------- --- -------------------------------------------------- 245122 XXXXXX 08/21/26 22402.50 125 42329 3910 05/16/26-05/31/26 TREE MANAGEMENT 245123 XXXXXX 08/21/26 4754.55 010 42329 3100 05/16/26-05/31/26 TREE MANAGEMENT 245125 XXXXXX 08/21/26 1812.80 010 46022 3900 05/16/26-08/31/26 TREE MANAGEMENT 245769 XXXXXX 08/21/26 12726.00 010 42329 3100 06/01/26-06/15/26 TREE MANAGEMENT 246435 XXXXXX 08/21/26 2958.60 010 42329 3100 06/16/26-06/30/26 TREE MANAGEMENT 247202 XXXXXX 09/03/26 40483.50 010 46000 3900 07/01/26-07/15/26 TREE MANAGEMENT 247204 XXXXXX 09/03/26 10766.25 010 42329 3100 07/01/26-07/15/26 TREE MANAGEMENT 247697 XXXXXX 09/03/26 12701.90 010 42329 3100 07/16/26-07/31/26 TREE MANAGEMENT 2673.80 010 46000 3900 07/16/26-07/31/26 TREE MANAGEMENT 247698 XXXXXX 09/03/26 32224.50 010 42329 3100 07/16/26-07/31/26 TREE MANAGEMENT 247203A XXXXXX 09/03/26 15757.80 010 42329 3100 07/01/26-07/15/26 TREE MANAGEMENT ------------
Vendor's Total = 159262.20
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VENDOR.: WGZ00 (W.G. ZIMMERMAN ENGINEERING, INC.)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 034 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: WHI13 (UNIVERSAL WASTE SYSTEMS, INC.)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: WOO04 (JEFFREY T. WOOD)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: YOU03 (YOUNG REMBRANDTS NORTH ORANGE COUNTY)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \ABD3 (GEHAN ABDALLA)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \AL60 (ANITA VALERIE ALATORRE)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 035 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: \ARA7 (AGUSTIN ARAUJO)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \BR57 (ELLEN BRAY)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \BUI1 (BUILT RITE FENCE COMPANY,INC.)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \CA32 (JOSLYN CASTELLANOS)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \CH93 (JENNIFER CHAO)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 036 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \COO1 (APRIL COOK)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \DES6 (ERIKA DE SANTIAGO)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \DOR9 (KIA DORROUGH)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \EUC0 (EUCLID HAZARD CAPITAL, LLC "BELLFLOWER")

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \FAI7 (FAITH COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 037 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

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VENDOR.: \G025 (VERONICA GARFIAZ)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \GER4 (ALICIA GERMAN)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \GRE2 (GREATER BELLFLOWER LITTLE LEAGUE, INC.)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \LAC8 (PATRICIA LA COMMARE-PELZ)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \LIE1 (LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 038 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \LIM7 (LIMITED EDITION CO)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \MIY2 (ANNIKA MIYASHIRO-RUIZ)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \MYE0 (GEORGE LARRY MYERS)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \S131 (RUBI SANCHEZ)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \SO29 (SOUTH COAST LIGHTING & DESIGN)

REPORT.: 09/03/26 City of Bellflower PAGE: 039 RUN....: 09/03/26 Cash Disbursement Report by Vendor ID #: PYVP Run By.: Eligio Marquez CTL.: BEL

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \SPR2 (SPRING NECTAR FOUNDATION)

....................................................................................................................................

VENDOR.: \THU0 (ANTHONY THURMOND)

Report's Grand Total = 1923238.50
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OF BELLFL©,�
TO:

ATTENTION: Ryan Smoot, City Manager
FROM: Elizabeth C. bba, Director of Planning and Building Services Rowena Genilo-Concepcion, Planning Manager
Stafteport
SUBJECT:

Honorable Ma'yor and Members of the City Council
Consideration and possible action to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1460 — An Ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment Case No. ZOTA 26-01 amending Chapter 17.66 (Housing Opportunity Overlay Zone "HOOZ") of the Bellflower Municipal Code to address uses and development standards to implement the Housing Element.

DATE: September 14, 2026

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Ordinance No. 1460 was introduced on August 24, 2026. Second reading and adoption is recommended. If adopted, the ordinance will take effect in 30 days.

RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL
1) Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1460; or 2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is a cost for drafting and codifying the proposed ordinance within the Bellflower Municipal Code ("BMC") along with publication, etc. These are already anticipated as part of the City's operations. No additional direct fiscal impact is identified. Indirectly, the proposed action will assist the City with obtaining State and federal grants.

ATTACHMENTS
Ordinance No. 1460 2
August 24, 2026, Staff Report (Without Attachments) 9
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CITY OF BELLFLOWER
ORDINANCE NO. 1460

AN ORDINANCE APPROVING ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT
AMENDMENT CASE NO. ZOTA 26-01 AMENDING CHAPTER 17.66
(HOUSING OPPORTUNITY OVERLAY ZONE "HOOZ") OF THE

BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADDRESS USES AND

DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS TO IMPLEMENT THE HOUSING

ELEMENT
THE COUNCIL DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Findings. The City Council finds and declares as follows:

A. This Ordinance is adopted pursuant to Government Code § 36937 and the Bellflower City Charter. Articles II, III, and IV of the Charter provide that the City may enact all laws governing its municipal affairs. Pursuant to Article III(B) of the Charter, the City Council finds that the law enacted by this Ordinance will not unduly burden a person's ability to pursue economic opportunities and safe and legal residential housing. To the contrary, it is intended to encourage development of affordable housing, increase housing opportunities, and remove housing development constraints.

B. Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment Case No. ZOTA 26-01 ("Project") is a proposed amendment to Title 17 (Zoning) of the Bellflower Municipal Code ("BMC") related to the regulatory framework of the "HOOZ" as it relates to the implementation of the Housing Element;
C. The City desires to update BMC Chapter 17.66 as it pertains to housing opportunity area overlay uses and development standards; D. The City reviewed this Ordinance pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., "CEQA"), the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal. Code of Regulations §§15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines"); CEQA, CEQA Guidelines and Bellflower Guidelines collectively referred to as "CEQA Regulations"); E. Notice of Public Hearing before the City Council was duly given and published in the time, form, and manner as required by law;
F. On August 24, 2026, the City Council held a public hearing to receive public testimony and other evidence regarding the proposed zoning ordinance text amendment, including information provided by City staff and public testimony; and
G. On August 24, 2026, the City Council considered this Ordinance. Its findings are made based on the entire administrative record including, without limitation, testimony and evidence presented to the City Council at its August 24, 2026 hearing.

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SECTION 2. Planning Agency. Pursuant to BMC § 2.32.050(F), the City Council is acting as the Bellflower Planning Agency for purposes of the Project.

SECTION 3. Factual Findings and Conclusions. The City Council finds as follows:

A. On February 24, 2025, the City Council approved and adopted Ordinance No. 1442 approving Zone Change Case No. ZC 25-01, and Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment Case No. ZOTA 25-01 to implement the goals and policies identified by the various housing programs, including ensuring adequate sites to accommodate the Regional Housing Need Allocation ("RHNA"). Following the City's actions, the implementation status was reported to the State Department of Housing and Community Development ("HCD"), and it reviewed the documentation submitted by the City;
B. On October 16, 2025, HCD issued a Letter of Technical Assistance ("LTA") to the City. The LTA stated that the City's HE implementation met several requirements of state law; however, the City must revise its zoning ordinance to demonstrate the rezonings meet all requirements in Government Code section 65583.2, subdivisions (h) and (i). Following receipt of the LTA, staff provided responses and met with HCD to address the LTA; C. On March 18, 2026, the City received HCD's Corrective Action Letter ("CAL") restating its findings mentioned in the LTA, which prompted additional meetings and correspondences to discuss and clarify those findings; D. On May 21, 2026, the City provided HCD a response to its CAL, informing it that HCD's requests appear to prefer form over substance in that it is the City's position that the existing regulations already meet or exceed the substance of statutory requirements — thus, the requests are not legal mandates. HCD was informed that the City is willing to insert explicit phrasing identified by HCD and that the City's approach is to proceed carefully, clarify expectations directly with HCD before recommending that the City Council amend the BMC to accommodate HCD's desired language, and document all actions thoroughly; E. The proposed BMC amendment would continue to allow for development of high -density, mixed use and/or residential development to accommodate the City of Bellflower's 2021-2029 RHNA; and
F. The Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment updates the regulatory framework of future development and uses for certain properties located within the HOOZ areas as it pertains to the implementation of the Housing Element (2021-2029 Planning Period) as shown on Exhibit A.
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SECTION 4. Environmental Assessment. This Ordinance incorporates the CEQA findings in Ordinance No. 1442 by reference. The City Manager, or designee, is directed to file a Notice of Determination in accordance with CEQA Guidelines §§ 15075, and any other applicable law.

SECTION 5. General Plan Findings. The findings set forth in Ordinance No. 1442 are incorporated by reference.

SECTION 6. Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment Findings. Pursuant to BMC § 17.104.030, the City Council makes the following findings:

A. This proposed Ordinance will not adversely affect any property in the City as to value or precedent and will not be detrimental.

The proposed Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ("ZOTA") will not adversely affect any property in the City as to value or precedent and will not be detrimental to any area of the City, based upon the findings in Section 5 of this Ordinance. The proposed ZOTA simply intends to amend the regulatory framework of future development and uses for certain properties located within the HOOZ, as it pertains to the implementation of the Housing Element.

Furthermore, the proposed changes do not affect any particular property.

Rather, they are applicable within the HOOZ area and are intended to enhance property values of those properties within the overlay.

B. The ZOTA will be in the interest or furtherance of public health, safety and general welfare.

This ZOTA promotes public health, safety and general welfare, by ensuring that future developments are built and designed to the highest standard, based upon the findings in Section 2 of this Ordinance. Furthermore, the proposed regulations are in the interest and furtherance of public health, safety and general welfare in that they continue to facilitate new development of underutilized properties thereby increasing the City's housing stock and value of private properties.

C. This ZOTA will not adversely affect the City's General Plan or zoning regulations set forth in the BMC.

D. The proposed ZOTA will not adversely affect the City's GP in that proposed ZOTA simply amends the HOOZ uses and development standards consistent with the City's GP and adheres to State laws.

SECTION 7. Approval. Based on the above findings, the City Council approves the amendments to Chapter 17.66 (Housing Opportunity Overlay Zone) of the Bellflower Municipal Code, as set forth in attached Exhibit A, and incorporated by this reference. -4-

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Ordinance No. 1460

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SECTION 8. Codification. All subsequent section numbers within BMC Chapter 17.17 are renumbered in accordance with the changes implemented by this Ordinance. The City Council intends that this Ordinance be harmonized with Ordinance No. 1442 when codified within the BMC.

SECTION 9. Construction. This Ordinance must be broadly construed in order to achieve the purposes stated in this Ordinance. It is the City Council's intent that the provisions of this Ordinance be interpreted or implemented by the City and others in a manner that facilitates the purposes set forth in this Ordinance.

SECTION 10. Enforceability. Repeal of any provision of the BMC does not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any violation occurring before this Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.

SECTION 11. Validity of Previous Code Sections. If this entire Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, any repeal or amendment of the BMC or other city ordinance by this Ordinance will be rendered void and cause such previous BMC provision or other city ordinance to remain in full force and effect for all purposes.

SECTION 12. Reliance on Record. Each and every one of the findings and determinations in this Ordinance are based on the competent and substantial evidence, both oral and written, contained in the entire record relating to the project. The findings and determinations constitute the independent findings and determinations of the City Council in all respects and are fully and completely supported by substantial evidence in the record as a whole.

SECTION 13. Limitations. The City Council's analysis and evaluation of the project is based on the best information currently available. It is inevitable that in evaluating a project that absolute and perfect knowledge of all possible aspects of the project will not exist. One of the major limitations on analysis of the project is the City Council's lack of knowledge of future events. In all instances, best efforts have been made to form accurate assumptions. Somewhat related to this are limitations on the City's ability to solve what are in effect regional, state, and national problems and issues. The City must work within the political framework within which it exists and with the limitations inherent in that framework.

SECTION 14. Severability. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.

SECTION 15. Electronic Signatures. This Ordinance may be executed with electronic signatures in accordance with Government Code §16.5. Such electronic signatures will be treated in all respects as having the same effect as an original signature. -5-

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SECTION 16. Summaries of Information. All summaries of information in the findings, which precede this section, are based on the substantial evidence in the record.

The absence of any particular fact from any such summary is not an indication that a particular finding is not based in part on that fact.

SECTION 17. Recordation. The City Clerk, or her duly appointed deputy, is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this Ordinance; cause it to be entered into the City of Bellflower's book of original ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting; and, within fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption of this Ordinance, cause it to be published or posted in accordance with California law.

SECTION 18. Effective Date. This Ordinance will take effect on the 30th day following its final passage and adoption.

ORDINANCE NO. 1460 HAD ITS FIRST READING ON AUGUST 24, 2026, ITS SECOND READING ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2026, AND WAS DULY PASSED,

APPROVED, AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELLFLOWER AT ITS REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 14, 2026.

Sonny R. Santa Ines, Mayor
ATTEST:

Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Karl H. Berger, City Attorney
ATTACHMENT:

Exhibit A: HOOZ Amendments
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ORDINANCE NO. 1460 - EXHIBIT A
AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 17.66 OF THE BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL CODE (HOUSING OPPORTUNITY OVERLAY ZONE)
The proposed amendments will be illustrated with stri Amendment No. 1 § 17.66.040 Permitted Uses.

The HOOZ allows a mix of land uses that are complimentary to one another; compatible with residential and commercial uses within the boundaries of the HOOZ and the adjacent neighborhoods; and allows flexible development standards to achieve the goals of the Housing Element.

A. The following uses are permitted -by -right, not subject to discretionary review, and approval is based on ob'ective standards as listed in this Chapter. in tie HOOZ.

1. Multiple -family dwellings housing uni c with at least 20% of units restricted for lower -income households

2. Live Work

3. Condominium Developments

4. Apartments
5- Duplex and/or Trip ex

6. Emergency Shelter

7. Mixed -use (combination of residential and commercial land uses) with at least 50% of total gross floor area of the development allocated to residential use B. In addition to the requirements in this Chapter, emergency shelters must comply with applicable law.
> Amendment No. 2
§ 17.66.041 Conditional Uses.

The following uses are permitted only after a valid Conditional Use Permit is approved in the manner and subject to conditions as provided for in Chapter 17.96.

A. Multiple family dwellings
> Amendment No. 3
Table 17.66.040: Development Standards
Housing Opportunity Overlay- Planning Areas

A B,C&D E&F G
H
Density may be adjusted via concession pursuant to the State Housing Law) Minimum
20 du/ac 20 du/ac 20 du/ac 20 du/ac
20 du/ac
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ORDINANCE NO. 1460 - EXHIBIT A
AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 17.66 OF THE BELLFLOWER MUNICIPAL CODE (HOUSING OPPORTUNITY OVERLAY ZONE)
➢ Amendment No. 4
Table 17.66.040: Development Standards
Housing Opportunity Overlay- Planning Areas
A

B,C&D E&F
G
H
Floor Area Ratio
Maximum

0.75 FAR
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TO:

ATTENTION:

FROM:

SUBJECT:

Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
Ryan Smoot, City Manager
Elizabeth C. Oba, Director of Planning and Building Services Rowena Genilo-Concepcion, Planning Manager
Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider 1) Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment Case No. ZOTA 26-01; and 2) read by title only, waive first reading, and introduce Ordinance No. 1152 — An Ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment Case No. ZOTA 26-01 amending Chapter 17.66 (Housing Opportunity Overlay Zone "HOOZ") of the Bellflower Municipal Code to address uses and development standards to implement the Housing Element,
DATE: August 24, 2026

RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL
. Open the public hearing; take testimonial and documentary evidence; and after considering the evidence, read by title only, waive first reading, and introduce Ordinance No. 1152; or

2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is a cost for drafting and codifying the proposed ordinance within the Bellflower Municipal Code ("BIM") along with publication, etc. These are already anticipated as part of the City's operations. No additional direct fiscal impact is identified. Indirectly, the proposed action will assist the City with obtaining State and federal grants.

PUBLIC NOTICE
A Notice of Public Hearing was published in the Los Cerritos Community News newspaper on July 31, 2026. Public hearing notices were sent on July 30, 2026 to the property owners within the HOOZ area and within a 300' radius of the HOOZ boundaries. On July 31, 2026, public hearing notices were posted at City HaII, Bellflower Substation, Thompson Park, Simms Park, Caruthers Park, Brakensiek Library, and the City's website. As of the writing of this staff report, the City received no correspondence regarding ZOTA 26-01.

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Staff Report - ZOTA 26-01
August 24, 2026

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CEQA STATUS
The City reviewed the environmental impacts of the proposed Ordinance pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq. "CEQA") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal. Code of Regs. §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines"). in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., "CEQA") and CEQA regulations (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq.), this project has been determined to be exempt pursuant to 14 Cal. Code Pegs. § 15061(b)(3) (General Rule Exemption) because it is for general policies and procedure -making, and it is anticipated to not have the potential to cause a significant effect on the environment. Resolution No. 22-04 was adopted by the City Council on January 20, 2022, approving Mitigated Negative Declaration No. MND 21-01. Changing the regulatory framework for future development and uses within the Bellflower Municipal Code is an activity contemplated by MND 21-01. This activity does not contemplate any changes which will require major revisions to MND 21-01 nor are there any substantial changes with respect to the circumstances under which MND 21-01 was undertaken. There is no new information of substantial importance, which was not known and could not have been known with the exercise of reasonable diligence at the time MND 21-01 was approved.

TYPE OF ACTION
In considering a BMC amendment, the City Council acts in its discretionary legislative capacity. The recommended action constitutes a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ("ZOTA") that would amend the BMC by modifying zoning regulations to remove development constraints, to streamline processing and to update the BMC to address state law in implementing the Housing Element ("HE"). Pursuant to BMC § 17.104.030, the City Council must find:

A. There are changed conditions since the existing zoning regulations became effective that warrant the proposed amendment to the BMC.

B. The proposed amendment to the BMC will not adversely affect adjoining property as to the value or precedent and will not be detrimental to the area.

C. The proposed amendment to the BMC will be in the interest or furtherance of public health, safety and general welfare.

D. The proposed amendment to the BMC will not adversely affect the City's General Plan or the City's Comprehensive Zoning Plan.

BACKGROUND
Housing Element
The City's Housing Element includes the requirement to accommodate Bellflower's Regional Housing Needs Allocation ("RHNA"). Specifically, the City must implement land use regulations that encourage new housing consisting of 3,735 new residential units (1,015 very low-income units; 488 low-income units; 553 moderate income units; and 1,679 above moderate -income units). To achieve this goal, the Housing Plan identifies long-term housing goals and short-term policies to address the identified housing needs. The goals and policies are then implemented through a series of housing programs. Each program identifies specific actions the City plans to undertake toward achieving each goal and policy. -10-

Staff Report — ZOTA 26-01
August 24, 2026

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In early 2025, the City approved a series of General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, Specific Plan, and Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments to implement the goals and policies identified by the various housing programs, including ensuring adequate sites to accommodate the RHNA. Following the City's actions, the implementation status was reported to the State Department of Housing and Community Development ("HCD"). HCD reviewed the documentation submitted by the City and issued .a Letter of Technical Assistance ("LTA") dated October 16, 2025 (Attachment C). The LTA stated that the City's HE implementation met several requirements of state law; however, it also claimed that the City must revise its zoning ordinance to demonstrate the rezonings meet all requirements in Government Code section 65583.2, subdivisions (h) and (i). HCD specifically requested that the City revise its zoning ordinance to:
• Indicate that mixed -use sites permit 100% residential development and require a minimum of 50% of the square footage in a mixed -use development to be residential; • Indicate that owner -occupied and rental multifamily uses are permitted -by -right for developments in which 20% percent or more of the units are affordable to lower -income households; and
• Indicate that all sites being rezoned to satisfy the City's lower -income RHNA shortfall permit a minimum of 20 dwelling units per acre.

Following receipt of the LTA, staff provided responses and met with HCD to address their request. On March 18, 2026, the City received HCD's Corrective Action Letter ("CAL") restating its findings mentioned in the LTA, which prompted additional meetings and correspondences to discuss and clarify those findings (Attachment D). On May 21, 2026, the City provided HCD a response to its CAL, informing it that HCD's requests appear to prefer form over substance in that it is the City's position that the existing regulations already meet or exceed the substance of statutory requirements — thus, the requests are not legal mandates (Attachment E). HCD was informed that the City is willing to insert explicit phrasing identified by HCD and that the City's approach is to proceed carefully, clarify expectations directly with HCD before recommending that the City Council amend the BMC to accommodate HCD's desired language, and document all actions thoroughly.

DISCUSSION
Additional meetings with HCD were held following the May 21, 2026, letter to identify specific language that would satisfy HCD's requirements. As a result of those discussions, the following amendments are proposed, which received HCD's preliminary approval. The proposed revisions will be illustrated with striketh rough for existing language that is proposed for deletion and underlined for new language.

Zoning Code Amendments Requested by HCD
• Proposed Amendment Related to Mixed -Use Development (BMC §17.66.040.A.7):

7. Mixed -use (combination of residential and commercial land uses) with at least 50% of total gross floor area of the development allocated to residential use Additionally, staff clarified with HCD that sites located within the HOOZ are developable with 100% residential development as noted under the Permitted Uses section (i.e., multiple family dwellings, condominium developments, and duplexes).

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Staff Report - ZOTA 26-01
August 24, 2026

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mixed -use development, it would simply be considered as either multiple family dwellings, condominium developments, or duplex. As such, it is unnecessary to add the language that mixed -use rezone sites being used to accommodate the City's lower -income RHNA shortfall permit 100 percent residential development. • Proposed Amendment Related Permitted -By -Right Use for Affordable Units (BMC §17.66.040.A. and §17.66.040.A.1)
§ 17.66.040 Permitted Uses.

A. The following uses are permitted -by -right, not subject to discretionary review, and approval is based on objective standards as listed in this Chapter, in tho HOOZ.

1. Multiple -family dwellings housing units with at least 20% of units restricted for lower -income households
• Proposed Amendment Related to Minimum Density (BMC Table 17.66.040) Table 17.66.040: Development Standards
Housing Opportun
A B.C&D E&F
`ty Overla/ - Planning Areas
G
Density [may be adjusted via concession pursuant to the State Housing Law Minimum
20 du/ac
20 dulac
20 du/ac
20 du/ac
20 dulac
Other Zoning Code Amendments
In addition to the zoning code amendments listed above, staff is proposing other amendments including the removal of duplicate terms under permitted uses (Le., "apartments," "triplex") and removing the floor -area -ratio from the development standards, which would make development less restrictive. These amendments are reflected in the draft ordinance (Attachment A).

ATTACHMENTS
A. Ordinance No. 1152 _ j--�---r ` ___ 5
B. Ordinance No. 1442 (with Exhibit B only - Current H0OZ Provision) 12 C. Letter of Technical Assistance dated October 16, 2025 28 D. Corrective Action- Letter chafed March 18, 2026 30
E.--Oity's Response Letter dated May 21, 2026 33
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council

ATTENTION: Ryan Smoot, City Manager

FROM: Dana Hang, Human Resources and Risk Manager

SUBJECT: Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to execute agreements with Leibert Cassidy Whitmore for legal services and employment relations consortium services. [Reference Agreement File Nos. 240 and 240.3]

DATE: September 14, 2026

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Liebert Cassidy and Whitmore provides labor and employment training to the City and special counsel services upon request. Historically, the agreements with LCW were for fixed terms; it is recommended that the agreement be executed with renewing terms.

Budget approvals will control what, if any, amounts are appropriated for these agreements in the future.

RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL

1) Authorize the City Manager to execute agreements with LCW for ongoing training (AFN 240) and special counsel services related to labor/employment matters (AFN 240.3), in a form approved by the City Attorney; or

2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

FISCAL IMPACT

Based on spending from fiscal year 2023 -24 through fiscal year 2025-26, the average annual cost is approximately $9,000 for legal services from this firm and $5,000 for Employment Relations Consortium services. Both rates are reviewed annually and may increase. Any future increases will be included in the operating budget.

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TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council ATTENTION: Ryan Smoot, City Manager
FROM: P.J. Mellana, Director of Parks and Recreation SUBJECT:Consideration and possible action to approve a notice of termination of Agreement File No. 122.3 with Long Beach Transit.

DATE: September 14, 2026

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Staff is seeking City Council approval of a proposed notice of termination of Agreement File No. 122.3 with Long Beach Transit (LBT), which governs LBT transit service within Bellflower and the related funding arrangement. If approved, the notice would provide 90 days for the parties to negotiate a modernized successor agreement while maintaining continuity of transit service during that period.

The City’s objective is to continue its longstanding partnership with LBT under an updated agreement that more clearly addresses funding responsibilities, communication regarding service changes, performance expectations, and the information needed for responsible financial planning.

RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL
1) Approve the proposed notice of termination of Agreement File No. 122.3 with Long Beach Transit and authorize its transmittal; or
2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no immediate fiscal impact associated with approving and transmitting the termination notice.

Under the current funding arrangement, the City’s annual contribution for LBT service increased from $30,188 in Fiscal Year 2023 to $103,497 in Fiscal Year 2027, an increase of approximately 243 percent. The contribution is funded through the City’s Proposition A Local Return funds. The contract’s share of the City’s annual Proposition A Local Return revenue nearly tripled, from 1.5% in Fiscal Year 2023 to 4.2% in Fiscal Year 2026, while the City’s annual Proposition A allocation grew by only 0.5%.

Any successor agreement may change the City’s financial obligations and will be brought back to the City Council for separate review and approval.
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1 Staff Report – Agreement File No. 122.3 with Long Beach Transit September 14, 2026

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DISCUSSION
The City and LBT have maintained a longstanding partnership for transit service within Bellflower under Agreement File No. 122.3. The agreement dates to 1985 and was originally approved by the City Council by resolution.

Staff recently reviewed the agreement and the funding arrangement supporting LBT service within the City. The review identified the need to modernize the agreement to better address current service conditions, funding responsibilities, communication regarding service changes, performance expectations, and financial planning.

The need for an updated framework has become more significant as the City's contribution has increased. The City’s annual contributions for LBT service are summarized below:

Fiscal Year Annual Contribution Annual Increase
FY2023 $30,188 —
FY2024 $39,678 31.4%
FY2025 $63,351 59.7%
FY2026 $86,657 36.8%
FY2027 $103,497 19.4%
From Fiscal Year 2023 to Fiscal Year 2027, the City’s annual contribution increased by $73,309, or approximately 243 percent. The contribution is funded through the City’s Proposition A Local Return funds. The existing agreement provides limited structure for addressing changes in the City's financial obligation and related service expectations.

Agreement File No. 122.3 permits either party to terminate the agreement upon 30 days' written notice. Rather than provide the minimum notice, the proposed notice provides 90 days to establish a reasonable period for the parties to negotiate updated terms while supporting continuity of service.

The proposed termination notice does not reflect an intent to discontinue the City's relationship with LBT. Instead, it establishes a defined timeline for the parties to work toward a modernized successor agreement. The proposed notice expressly communicates the City's desire to continue the partnership and invites LBT to begin negotiations promptly.

If approved, staff will transmit the notice to LBT and continue working with LBT during the 90-day notice period toward a successor agreement. Any successor agreement will be brought back to the City Council for separate consideration and approval.

ATTACHMENT
Notice of Termination (AFN No. 122.3)………………………………………………………………3 2 September 15, 2026
Kenneth A. McDonald
President & Chief Executive Officer
Long Beach Transit
4801 Airport Plaza Drive
Long Beach, CA 90815
Subject: Agreement File No. 122.3 - Notice of Termination and Invitation to Negotiate a Successor Agreement
Dear Mr. McDonald:

The City reviewed Agreement File No. 122.3 between the City and Long Beach Transit (LBT) including the funding methodology supporting LBT’s services within the City.

Bellflower values its longstanding partnership with LBT and the service provided to its residents. The current agreement, however, no longer reflects today's service levels, operating environment, or financial realities. Accordingly, the City is exercising its contractual right to terminate the existing agreement so that the parties may negotiate and execute a modernized successor agreement.

The information recently provided by LBT confirms that Bellflower's annual contribution increased from $30,188 in Fiscal Year 2023 to $86,657 in Fiscal Year 2026, an increase of approximately 187% in three years. During that same period, the contract’s share of the City’s annual Proposition A Local Return revenue nearly tripled, from 1.5% in Fiscal Year 2023 to 4.2% in Fiscal Year 2026, while the City’s annual Proposition A allocation grew by only 0.5%. While the City understands that transit service must evolve over time, the current funding structure is no longer sustainable under the existing agreement.

Additionally, the City recently received LBT's Fiscal Year 2027 invoice in the amount of $103,497, representing a further increase of approximately 19% over the prior year.

The City's review also identified the need for a new agreement that more clearly defines funding responsibilities, communication regarding service changes, performance expectations, and the information necessary to support responsible financial planning. As transit service continues to change, the City believes these elements should be addressed collaboratively through an updated agreement that reflects the interests of both agencies.

Pursuant to Paragraph 7 of Exhibit A to Agreement File No. 122.3, either party may terminate the agreement upon 30 days' written notice. The City gives that notice now.

Although only 30 days is required, the City is providing 90 days' notice to allow sufficient time for both agencies to negotiate a new agreement while ensuring continuity of service to Bellflower residents. Accordingly, unless superseded by a successor agreement executed by both parties, the agreement will terminate on November 8, 2026. The City expects any final invoice under the current agreement to include only services provided through the termination date.

The City's objective is not to end its partnership with Long Beach Transit. Rather, this notice establishes a clear timeline for both agencies to work together toward a new 3 agreement that provides a sustainable funding framework, clearly defined responsibilities, and a strong foundation for continued transit service in Bellflower.

To begin that process, I invite you to contact my office within the next two weeks so that our respective teams can schedule an initial meeting to establish a framework and timeline for negotiating a successor agreement. We are confident that a collaborative approach will position both agencies to reach a mutually beneficial agreement before the current agreement expires.

Thank you for your continued partnership and service to the Bellflower community. We look forward to working with you toward a mutually beneficial outcome for both organizations and the residents we collectively serve.

Sincerely,
Ryan Smoot
City Manager
cc: P.J. Mellana, Director of Parks and Recreation
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council

ATTENTION: Ryan Smoot, City Manager

FROM: Wangsu Lee, Assistant to the City Manager

SUBJECT: Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 7 to Agreement File No. 853, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with Mercy House Living Centers, to extend the term for Temporary Shelter Operator Services at New Hope Temporary Shelter.

DATE: September 14, 2026

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The City of Bellflower (“City”) entered into Agreement File No. 853 (“Agreement”) with Mercy House Living Centers (“Mercy House”) on December 19, 2019, to provide the necessary services to operate the New Hope Temporary Shelter (“New Hope”). The recent completion of the acquisition of the property on which New Hope Shelter is located, allows the City to make more meaningful long-term commitments to the operations of New Hope. Amendment No. 7 (the “Amendment”) proposes to extend the Agreement to allow Mercy House to continue operating New Hope through June 30, 2029. The Amendment also aligns the contract period with the fiscal year moving forward.

RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL

1) Authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 7 to Agreement File No. 853, in a form approved by the City Attorney; or

2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

FISCAL IMPACT

The 33-month contract (October 1, 2026 – June 30, 2029) will have a not-to-exceed amount of $6,337,713. The cost breakdown per fiscal year is shown in Exhibit B to the Agreement. Funds for Fiscal Year 2026-27 are currently budgeted in Account Nos. 010/030-42054-8010-TSS. Funding for the remaining two fiscal years will be budgeted accordingly as part of the City’s subsequent budget cycles.

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DISCUSSION

For the past seven years, the City has contracted with Mercy House to operate New Hope, a 50-bed, state-of-the-art, temporary shelter serving people experiencing homelessness (“PEH”). During this time, Bellflower residents have consistently identified homelessness as a significant community concern, and the City Council has continued to fund New Hope as a central component of the City’s response to homelessness. The City has since expanded its efforts into a coordinated, three-pronged strategy consisting of enforcement, outreach, and temporary shelter. The City Council recently established the Bellflower Enforcement and Safety Team (“BEAST”) to address unlawful encampments and entered into a strategic partnership with Kingdom Causes Bellflower to provide homeless outreach, connect PEH with available resources, and facilitate referrals to New Hope.

This coordinated model allows the City to address the immediate impacts of homelessness that affect Bellflower residents while connecting PEH with services intended to support their transition toward stable housing. The effectiveness of this approach is reflected in both shelter utilization and broader community outcomes. Prior to last year’s contract renewal, New Hope’s average daily occupancy ranged from 31 to 33 participants, despite its 50-bed capacity. Recently, the daily occupancy has increased to approximately 48 to 50 participants. During the same period, Bellflower experienced a 53% reduction in homelessness while other areas of the County have continued to see significant increases.

Mercy House’s operation of New Hope has been a critical component of the City’s efforts to address homelessness. In addition to providing temporary shelter to PEH, Mercy House offers comprehensive case management, housing navigation, health-related programs, employment training, transportation assistance, and other supportive services tailored to each participant’s individual needs. Together, these services are intended to address barriers to permanent housing, promote stability and self-sufficiency, and help participants transition out of homelessness as efficiently as possible. Recent performance data demonstrate meaningful improvement in these outcomes. Currently, 94% of participants remain at New Hope for less than one year before securing a housing placement, with 61% securing placement within six months.

The overall average length of stay has also declined, from an average of 123 days between May 2020 and June 2025 to an average of 98 days during the most recent year.

More significantly, among participants who ultimately secured permanent housing, the average length of stay decreased from 371 days during the May 2020 through June 2025 period to an average of 93 days in the most recent year. These improvements demonstrate that New Hope is increasingly effective in connecting participants to housing and fulfilling its intended purpose as a temporary bridge from homelessness to permanent housing, rather than serving as a long-term shelter.

To support the continued effectiveness and ongoing improvement of the City’s coordinated strategy for addressing homelessness, as well as the recent completion of the acquisition of the property on which New Hope sits, City staff recommends extending the Agreement with Mercy House for three years. Mercy House has also requested that the agreement term be revised from the historical October-September cycle to a July-June cycle to align with the fiscal year.
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DISCUSSION – Continued

The proposed amendment incorporates this change and establishes an expiration date of June 30, 2029, rather than September 30, 2029. The proposed compensation is detailed in Exhibit B to the Agreement. The FY 2026-27 not-to-exceed contract amount has been prorated based on current contract costs, while the FY 2027 -28 and FY 2028- 29 not-to-exceed contract amounts have been adjusted to reflect anticipated annual inflation of approximately 3.5%. The City retains the option to terminate the Agreement at any time with or without cause and Mercy House may terminate this Agreement at any time with the City’s mutual consent and requires a 30-day notice.

ATTACHMENTS

Amendment No. 7 to AFN 853 (With Exhibit B) ............................................................... 4 New Hope Shelter Report (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026) .............................................. 8 3

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AMENDMENT NO. 7 TO
AGREEMENT FILE NO. 853 BETWEEN

THE CITY OF BELLFLOWER AND MERCY HOUSE LIVING CENTERS

FOR TEMPORARY SHELTER SERVICES

THIS AMENDMENT No. 7 (“Amendment”) is made and entered into this 14th day of September 2026, by and between the CITY OF BELLFLOWER, a charter city and municipal corporation (“CITY”), and MERCY HOUSE LIVING CENTERS, a California public benefit corporation (“CONSULTANT”). The Parties agree as follows:

SECTION 1. Pursuant to Section 36 (“AUTHORITY/MODIFICATION”) of Agreement File No. 853 (“Agreement”), Section 1.C. (“CONSIDERATION”) is amended to read as follows:

“1.C. CITY agrees to pay CONSULTANT an additional sum as specified in Exhibit B. CITY may modify this amount as set forth below. Unless otherwise specified by written amendment to this Agreement, CITY will pay this sum as specified in Exihibt “B,” which is incorporated by reference.”

SECTION 2. Pursuant to Section 36 (“AUTHORITY/MODIFICATION”) of Agreement File No. 853 (“Agreement”), Section 8 (“TERM”) is amended to read as follows:

“8. TERM. The term of this Agreement will be from October 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029, unless otherwise determined by written amendment between the parties, this Agreement will terminate in the following instances:

A. Completion of the work specified in Exhibit “A”;

B. Termination as stated in Section 16.”

SECTION 3. Exhibit “B” to the Agreement is replaced in its entirety with the attached “Exhibit B” which is incorporated by reference.

SECTION 4. This Amendment may be executed in any number or counterparts, each of which will be an original, but all of which together constitutes one instrument executed on the same date.

SECTION 5. ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES. This Agreement may be executed by the Parties on any number of separate counterparts, and all such counterparts so executed constitute one agreement binding on all the Parties notwithstanding that all the Parties are not signatories to the same counterpart. In accordance with Government Code §16.5, the Parties agree that this Agreement, agreements ancillary to this Agreement, and related documents to be entered into in connection with this Agreement will be considered signed when the signature of a party is delivered by electronic transmission.

Such electronic signature will be treated in all respects as having the same effect as an original signature.
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Agreement File No. 853 – Amendment No. 7
Mercy House Living Centers

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SECTION 6. SIGNER DECLARATION / VERIFICATION. The City requires verification that the person executing a contract has signature authority. Signature requirements for contracts vary depending on whether a vendor conducts business in the capacity of a corporation, general partnership, limited partners hip, or as an individual.

When the contract is with a corporation, California Corporations Code § 313 requires the contract to be signed by: (a) one officer from the corporation’s “operational group” consisting of the chairman of the board, the president, or any vice president; and (b) one officer from the corporation’s “financial group” consisting of the secretary, or assistant secretary, or the chief financial officer or any assistant treasurer. Alternatively, the board of directors for the corporation can delegate signature authority to a particular individual or individuals. This is generally memorialized in a form of a resolution adopted by the board of directors. When the contract is with a consultant conducting business as a general partnership or limited partnership, the contract should be signed by at least one general partner having authority to enter into the contract on behalf of the partnership.

When the contract is with an individual, that individual must sign the contract. By signing this Agreement, the person signing confirms they possess the authority to sign all legal binding agreements with the City of Bellflower on behalf of the company/organization listed. If a corporation, submit a copy of the document demonstrating signature authority to the City.

SECTION 7. Except as modified by this Amendment, all other terms and conditions of Agreement File No. 853 remain the same.

[SIGNATURES ON NEXT PAGE]

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Agreement File No. 853 – Amendment No. 7
Mercy House Living Centers

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We, the individuals named below, swear, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that we are duly authorized to legally bind CONSULTANT to this Agreement. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this contract the day and year first hereinabove written.

CITY OF BELLFLOWER MERCY HOUSE LIVING CENTERS

_____________________________ ____________________________ Ryan Smoot, City Manager Larry Haynes, CEO

ATTEST: MERCY HOUSE LIVING CENTERS

_____________________________ ____________________________ Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk Patti Long, Deputy CEO

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Karl H. Berger, City Attorney

_____________________________
By: Solange Fortenbach, Taxpayer ID No. 33-0315864
Deputy City Attorney

ATTACHMENT:

Exhibit B – Mercy House October 1, 2026 – June 30, 2029, Budget

6 New Hope Shelter (October 1, 2026 - June 30, 2029) FY Breakdown 9 Months 12 Months 12 Months
Oct 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027 July 1, 2027 - June 30, 2028 July 1, 2028 - June 30, 2029 Description Volume BLI Total BLI Total BLI Total
Program manager 1.20 89,631.36 123,572.00 127,773.00 Sr. Site Lead 1.00 51,105.60 70,458.00 72,854.00 Site Lead 2.00 98,280.00 135,495.00 140,102.00 Navigation Supervisor/leasing 1.00 54,054.00 74,522.00 77,056.00 Navigator 2.00 94,348.80 130,076.00 134,499.00 Shelter Specialist FT 3.00 123,832.80 170,724.00 176,529.00 Shelter Specialist PT 1.25 49,140.00 67,748.00 70,051.00 Overnight 2.75 118,918.80 163,949.00 169,523.00 Saftey Coordinator 3.25 140,540.40 193,758.00 200,346.00 Driver Supervisor 0.75 39,803.40 54,876.00 56,742.00 Driver 2.50 110,565.00 152,432.00 157,615.00 Data/Reservation Specialist 0.69 29,729.70 40,987.00 42,381.00 Staff Sub-Total 999,949.86 1,378,597.00 1,425,471.00 Security 178,848.00 246,572.00 254,955.00 Meals 126,000.00 173,712.00 179,618.00 Client Services and Supplies 63,750.00 87,890.00 90,878.00 Transportation Costs (Lease, Fuel, Repairs, etc.)15,000.00 20,680.00 21,383.00 Shelter Maintenance (Pest Control, plumbing, Etc.)3,000.00 4,136.00 4,277.00 Insurance 54,000.00 74,448.00 76,979.00 Replacement Reserves 3,750.00 5,170.00 5,346.00 IT and Internet 5,250.00 7,238.00 7,484.00 Volunteer Expenses 750.00 1,034.00 1,069.00 Program Sub-Total 450,348.00 620,880.00 641,989.00 Indirect Costs 210,438.00 299,921.55 310,119.00 Total (NOT TO EXCEED PER FISCAL YEAR)1,660,735.86$ 2,299,398.55$ 2,377,579.00$ Indirect Costs 15%15%15%
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Report Contact:

Timothy Huynh,Chief Program Officer
EM: [email protected]
PH: (714) 836-7188 x132
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MONTHLY REPORT

TEMPORARY SHELTER

Report Summary (7/1/2025 –6/30/2026)

Number Served

Month YTD
Number of Unduplicated Participants
15 120
Number of Exits
5 77

Coordinated Entry System Statistics

Number of Active Participants Enrolled in CES
37 % of Active Participants Enrolled in CES
93%
Number of Active Participants Matched to a Housing Opportunity 0 % of Active Participants Matched to a Housing Opportunity 0% % of Participants who have exited with a housing subsidy (YTD) 11% % of Participants who have exited without a housing subsidy (YTD) 89%

Data represents participants active at the end of the reporting month

Program Exits – Summary

Month YTD

Positive Exits
Perm, Temp, Institutions except Jail/Prison

2 17

Negative Exits
Emergency Shelter, Streets, Jail/Prison

3 25

Unknown Exits
Unknown, Deceased

0 35

9 Program Exits – Destination Detail

Benchmark: 30% of participants who exit to a known destination will exit to permanent housing.

Progress toward benchmark: 31% of participants who have exited to a known destination have exited to permanent housing.

Exits to Permanent Housing Month YTD
1 13
Rental by participant, no ongoing housing subsidy 1 6
Rental by participant, with VASH housing subsidy 0 1
Rental by participant, with other ongoing housing subsidy 0 1 Public Housing Unit 0 0
Rental by participant, with RRH or equivalent subsidy 0 1 Rental by participant, with HCV voucher (tenant or project based) 0 1 Staying or living with family, permanent tenure 0 0
Staying or living with friends, permanent tenure 0 0
Other permanent housing dedicated for formerly homeless persons
0 0
Permanent Supportive Housing 0 3

Exits to Temporary Housing Month YTD
1 4
Staying or living with family, temporary tenure 1 3
Staying or living with friends, temporary tenure 0 1
Host Home (non-crisis) 0 0
Transitional housing for homeless persons 0 0
Hotel or motel paid for without emergency shelter voucher 0 0 Residential project or halfway house with no homeless criteria 0 0

Exits to Institutions Month YTD
0 0
Foster care home or group foster care home 0 0
Psychiatric hospital or other psychiatric facility 0 0
Substance abuse treatment facility or detox center 0 0
Hospital or other residential non-psychiatric medical facility 0 0 Jail, prison, or juvenile detention facility 0 0
Long-term care facility or nursing home 0 0

10 Exits to Homelessness Month YTD
3 25
Emergency shelter, including hotel or motel paid for with emergency shelter voucher

0 0
Place not meant for habitation (e.g., a vehicle, an abandoned building, bus / train / subway station / airport or anywhere outside)
3 25

Exits to Other Destinations Month YTD
0 35
No Exit Interview Completed 0 35
Deceased 0 0
Participant Doesn't Know/Participant Prefers not to answer 0 0

Data above represents unduplicated clients and may adjust month over month if clients return to the shelter after exitin g.

11 Length of Stay – Year to Date

Benchmark: Between May 2020 to June 2025, the average length of stay at New Hope was 123 days.

Progress toward benchmark: Shelter average is 98 days year-to-date.

Benchmark: Between May 2020 to June 2025, the average length of stay at New Hope for a permanent housing placement was 371 days.

Progress toward benchmark: Shelter average is 93 days year-to-date.

Total number of shelter bed nights provided year-to-date: 13,758

*The chart above may include duplicate participant enrollments.

22 44
41 35
29 4
0 5
10 15
20 25
30 35
40 45
50 1-7 Days 8-30 Days 31-90 Days 91-180 Days 181-365 Days >365 Days 12 Demographics

Age

Race & Ethnicity

5 18
32 32
22 11
0 5
10 15
20 25
30 35
18-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65+
1 1
1 1
1 19
27 31
38 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40
American Indian, Alaskan Native, or Indigenous
Asian or Asian American
Middle Eastern or North African
Multiracial- More than 2 races/ethnicity, with one being Hispanic/Latina/e/o
Hispanic/Latina/e/o & American Indian, Alaska Native, or Indigenous
Black, Afircan American, or African
Hispanic/Latina/e/o
White& Hispanic/Latina/e/o
White
13 Gender

Veteran Status

37 83
Women Man
4 116
Veteran Non Veteran
14 Chronically Homeless

42 78
Chronically Homeless Non- Chronically Homeless
15 Housing Navigation Updates

Services Count of Services provided
Financial Services 1
Case Management 88
Housing Plans 37
Employment opportunity 4
Successful completion 0

Leasing Updates

Active Participants Referral for the Month

5 New Participant Referrals

5 Average Participant Income

$2,000
Goals Totals
Housing Leads Provided 25 25
Qualifying Leads 10 10
Housing Leads Declined 5 4
Landlord Engagement 100 120
Appointments with Guests 25 10
Appointments Missed by Guests 5 0
Applications Submitted 5 2
Guests Housed 1 1

16 Successes

Housing

• The Housing Solution Navigator Supervisor (HSNS) provided Section 8 Permanent Supportive Housing leads for Springdale West Apartments, which is accepting applications from June through October 2026. Seven clients obtained applications and will follow up in the coming weeks to initiate the waiting list application process.

Additionally, the Leasing Agent shared alternative shared housing opportunities with three income-qualified clients. Outreach efforts will continue to expand housing placement opportunities and support clients in securing stable housing.

• A guest was successfully housed on 06/30/26 at Salony House Senior Apartment.

Job Success:

• Four clients are currently working toward saving money to move into housing and are actively looking for a shared room or studio apartment with rent around $1,000 per month.

• The Housing Navigator is working with each client to achieve these goals by developing budgets and individualized housing plans.

Challenges

No challenges to report for the month of June 2026.
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council

ATTENTION: Ryan Smoot, City Manager

FROM: Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk

SUBJECT: Consideration and possible action to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 26-36 - A Resolution adopting the 2026 Conflict of Interest Code for the City of Bellflower in accordance with the Political Reform Act, and superseding Resolution No. 24-53; and 2) receive and file the Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation’s 2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice determining that no amendment is required to its Conflict of Interest Code.

DATE: September 14, 2026

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Conflict of Interest Code (COIC) tells public officials, governmental employees, and consultants what financial interests they must disclose on their Statements of Economic Interests (Form 700). Under the Political Reform Act (Government Code § 81000, et seq.), every local agency must review its COIC on a biennial basis. If positions or titles changed in the local agency’s organization, then the legislative body must amend the COIC when those changes require an amendment to the COIC. On June 8, 2026, the City Council directed the City Clerk to review the COIC pursuant to the Political Reform Act (PRA) (Government Code § 87306.5). The City Clerk, in consultation with the City Attorney, City Manager, and Department Heads, completed the review of the 2026 Conflict of Interest Codes for the City and Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation (“BPFC”) and determined that only the City’s code requires an amendment.

RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL

1) Adopt Resolution No. 26-36; and

2) Receive and file the Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation’s 2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice; or

3) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

FISCAL IMPACT

None.

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BACKGROUND

Every two years, local governments must review their COIC to determine if changes must be made to reflect the government’s organizational structure. The COIC must accurately designate all positions that make or participate in the making of governmental decisions.

The disclosure assigned to those positions must require disclosure of all investments, business positions, interests in real property, and sources of income that may foreseeably be affected materially by the decisions made by those holding designated positions. The COIC includes all other requirements of Government Code § 87302. Under California law, the City must complete its biennial review before October 1, 2026.

Within 90 days after receiving any proposed amendments or revisions, the code reviewing body will:

(a) Approve the proposed code as submitted;
(b) Revise the proposed code and approve it as revised; or (c) Return the proposed code for revision and resubmission within 60 days, at which time the code reviewing body will either approve the revised code or revise it and approve it. (Government Code § 87303)

On June 8, 2026, the City Council directed the City Clerk to review the COIC pursuant to the PRA. The City Clerk, in consultation with the City Attorney, City Manager, and Department Heads, completed the review of the COICs for the City and BPFC and determined that the City’s COIC requires an amendment, while the BPFC’s COIC does not. The following amendments to individual positions are recommended to reflect current City operations and complete the 2026 biennial review:

TITLE / ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGES
FROM: Deputy City Manager
TO: Assistant to the City Manager

FROM: Director of Finance/City Treasurer
TO: Director of Finance

FROM: Senior Marketing Specialist
TO: Senior Project Manager –
Business Development

FROM: Management Analyst II
TO: Senior Project Manager –
Housing and Real Property

FROM: Management Analyst I/II
TO: ED Specialist I/II

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REMOVED POSITIONS
Deputy City Clerk
Economic Development Manager
Senior Management Analyst (Economic Development)
Management Assistant (Economic Development)
Building Permit Technician

ADDED POSITIONS
Human Resources & Risk Manager
Management Analyst I (City Clerk’s Office)
Communications and Marketing Manager (Parks and Recreation)

ATTACHMENTS

2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice (City) ....................................................................... 4 City’s Proposed Conflict of Interest Code (Resolution No. 26-36) ................................... 5 2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice (BPFC) .................................................................. 10 BPFC’s Conflict of Interest Code (Resolution No. 18-01) ............................................. 11 -3-

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CITY OF BELLFLOWER

RESOLUTION NO. 26-36

A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2026 CONFLICT OF INTEREST

CODE FOR THE CITY OF BELLFLOWER IN ACCORDANCE

WITH THE POLITICAL REFORM ACT, AND SUPERSEDING
RESOLUTION NO. 24-53

THE CITY COUNCIL RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council finds, determines and declares as follows:

A. The Political Reform Act (Government Code §§ 81000, et seq.; the “PRA”) and regulations adopted pursuant to the PRA (2 Cal. Code of Regs. §§ 18700, et seq.; “FPPC Regs.”) require local government to adopt Conflict of Interest Codes (“COIC”).

B. The Fair Political Practices Commission promulgated FPPC Regs. § 18730, which contains the terms of a standard conflict of interest code that can be incorporated by reference as the City’s COIC.

C. On June 8, 2026, the City Council directed the City Clerk to review the COIC pursuant to the PRA (Government Code § 87306.5) after identifying certain changes.

D. The City Clerk finished that review and made recommendations which the City Council incorporated into this Resolution.

E. To fulfill its obligations under the PRA and FPPC Regs., the City Council adopts this 2026 Bellflower COIC as set forth in this Resolution.

SECTION 2. 2026 Bellflower COIC – Generally. FPPC Regs. § 18730 is adopted by reference as the City of Bellflower’s 2026 COIC. Except as modified in this Resolution, all requirements of FPPC Regs. § 18730 apply as if fully set forth in this Resolution.

A. Disclosure requirements applicable to financial interests or positions in business entities also apply to equivalent interests or positions in non-profit organizations as provided in Section 5;

B. The term “Appendix” refers to Section 3 of this Resolution.

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SECTION 3. Designated Officials, Employees and Consultants. For purposes of FPPC Regs. § 18730, designated employees and consultants are set forth below:

A. Designated Officials and Employees:

The positions listed below are designated positions. Officers and employees holding those positions are designated employees and are deemed to make or participate in making decisions which may foreseeably have a material effect on a financial interest. Unless otherwise indicated, all designated employees listed below are assigned to a full disclosure category and must disclose all investments, business positions, interests in real property, and sources of income required to be disclosed under the Political Reform Act and applicable regulations. Such disclosures must be made at the times and circumstances described by the City’s Conflict of Interest Code.

Designated employees must disclose all interests as required by the Political Reform Act and regulations promulgated thereto. When a new position classification is created by the City Manager for City Council approval, the City Manager’s Office will recommend that the City Council decide whether the new position will be required to file a Statement of Economic Interest and be included as a designated position in the Conflict of Interest Code.

When the City Council establishes a Commission, Committee, or Board, the City Council will decide whether the members of the Commission, Committee, or Boards be included as a designated position in the Conflict of Interest Code and the members of the Commission, Committee, or Board so designated by the City Council, will be required to file a Statement of Economic Interest.

CITY COUNCIL, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES, & BOARDS

Members of the City Council *
Members of the Planning Commission *
Members of the Parks and Recreation Commission
Members of the Public Safety Commission

CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE

City Manager *
Assistant City Manager
Human Resources & Risk Manager
Assistant to the City Manager
Management Analyst I
Management Assistant

CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE

City Attorney *
Assistant City Attorney
Deputy City Attorney

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CITY CLERK’S OFFICE

City Clerk
Management Analyst I
Management Assistant

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

Director of Economic Development
Senior Project Manager – Business Development
Senior Project Manager – Housing and Real Property
ED Specialist I/II

FINANCE DEPARTMENT

Director of Finance *
Finance Manager *

PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Director of Parks and Recreation
Recreation Manager
IT Manager
Communications and Marketing Manager

PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Director of Planning and Building Services
Planning Manager
Senior Planner
Assistant Planner
Associate Planner
Building Official
Building Plan Checker
Building Inspector

PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT

Director of Public Safety
Public Safety Manager
Code Enforcement Supervisor
Code Enforcement Inspector I/II

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

Director of Public Works
Public Works Manager
City Engineer/Traffic Engineer
Assistant City Engineer
Public Works Coordinator
Division Head of Facilities
Division Head of Inspection Services
Division Head of Streets
Management Analyst I/II

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B. Consultants:

The City Manager may determine in writing that a particular consultant is hired to perform a range of duties that requires the consultant to fully comply with the disclosure requirements described in this section. Such written determination must include a description of the consultant's duties and, based upon that description, a statement of the extent of disclosure requirements. The City Manager determination is a public record and must be retained for public inspection in the same manner and location as this conflict of interest code.

SECTION 4. Statement of Economic Interests: Place of Filing. Designated employees must file Statements of Economic Interests with the City of Bellflower, on forms created by the Fair Political Practices Commission, in conformance with the individual disclosure categories and state guidelines, when requested by the City Clerk.

The City Clerk will retain custody of the Statements and make them available for public inspection and reproduction. Designated employees listed in the Code with an asterisk (*) must file one original Statement of Economic Interest with the City Clerk, who must make and retain a copy and forward the original to the California Fair Political Practices Commission. All other designated employees must file one original Statement of Economic Interest with the City Clerk.

SECTION 5. Disclosure and Disqualification – Interest and Positions in Non-Profit Organizations. Whenever a disclosure category requires disclosure of specific financial interests or positions in business entitles, disclosure of equivalent financial interests or positions in non-profit organizations is required. Disqualification based on an interest or position in a non-profit organization will be determined in accordance with the Political Reform Act and applicable regulations.

SECTION 6. Travel Payments, Advances, and Reimbursements. If a payment, including an advance or reimbursement, for travel is required to be reported pursuant to Government Code § 87207, it may be reported on a separate travel reimbursement schedule which shall be included in the filer’s statement of economic interests. A filer who chooses not to use the travel schedule shall disclose payments for travel as a gift, unless it is clear from all surrounding circumstances that the services provided were equal to or greater in value than the payments for the travel, in which case the travel may be reported as income.

SECTION 7. Resolution No. 24-53 (adopted September 9, 2024) and any other resolution or policy purporting to establish a conflict of interest code, are superseded by this Resolution.

SECTION 8. Repeal of any provision of any resolution or policy herein will not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any violation occurring before, this Resolution’s effective date.

Any such repealed part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting violations occurring before the effective date of this Resolution.

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SECTION 9. Electronic Signatures. This Resolution may be executed with electronic signatures in accordance with Government Code §16.5. Such electronic signatures will be treated in all respects as having the same effect as an original signature.

SECTION 10. The Mayor, or presiding officer, is hereby authorized to affix his signature to this Resolution signifying its adoption by the City Council of the City of Bellflower, and the City Clerk, or her duly appointed deputy, is directed to attest thereto.

SECTION 11. This Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELLFLOWER THIS 14TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2026.

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Sonny R. Santa Ines, Mayor

ATTEST:

Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

___________________________
Karl H. Berger, City Attorney

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BELLFLOWER PUBLIC FACILITIES CORPORATION
RESOLUTION NO. 18-01
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2018 CONFLICT OF INTEREST

CODE FOR THE BELLFLOWER PUBLIC FACILITIES CORPORATION

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLITICAL REFORM ACT, AND
SUPERSEDING RESOLUTION NO. 99-06

THE BELLFLOWER PUBLIC FACILITIES CORPORATION RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation finds, determines, and declares as follows:

A. The Political Reform Act (Government Code §§ 81000, et seq.; the "PRA") and regulations adopted pursuant to the PRA (2 Cal. Code of Regs. 18700, et seq.; "FPPC Regs.") require local government to adopt Conflict of Interest codes ("COI").

B The Fair Political Practices Commission promulgated FPPC Regs. 18730, which contains the terms of a standard conflict of interest code that can be incorporated by reference as the Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation's COI.

C In July 2018, the City Council directed the City Clerk to review the 001 pursuant to the PRA (Government Code § 87306.5) after identifying certain changes.

D The City Clerk finished that review and made recommendations which the City Council adopted on September 10, 2018 (City Council Resolution No. 18-57) and the Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation incorporated into this Resolution.

E To fulfill its obligations under the PRA and FPPC Regs., the Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation adopts this 2018 Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation COI as set forth in this Resolution.

SECTION 2. 2018 Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation COI —Generally.

FPPC Regs. § 18730 is adopted by reference as the Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation's 2018 COI. Except as modified in this Resolution, all requirements of FPPC Regs. § 18730 apply as if fully set forth in this Resolution.

SECTION 3. 2018 Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation COI - Changes.

The 2018 Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation 001 includes the following changes:

A. The term "investment" applies to financial interests in non-profit organizations as well as business entities;
B The term "Appendix" refers to Section 4 of this Resolution.

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C The term "agency" applies to the Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation; and
D. The phrase "interest in real property" refers to interests in real property located within a one -mile radius of any property owned or used by the Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation.

SECTION 4. Designated Officials, Officers, and Consultants. For purposes of FPPC Regs. § 18730, designated employees and consultants are set forth below:

A. Designated Officials, Officers, and Consultants:

The positions listed below are designated positions. Officers and officials holding those positions are designated officials/officers and are deemed to make or participate in making decisions which may foreseeably have a material effect on a financial interest. Disclosure includes specific types of investments, business positions, interests in real property, and sources of income which may foreseeably be materially affected by any decision made or participated in by the designated official/officer. Such disclosures must be made at the times and circumstances described by the Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation Conflict of Interest Code.

When a new position classification is created, the Board of Directors will recommend that the City Council decide whether the new position will be required to file a Statement of Economic Interest and be included as a designated position in the Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation Conflict of Interest Code.

President
Vice President
Director
Secretary/Treasurer
Consultants (as defined by Fair Political Practices Regulation 18700) The department Director, with the concurrence of the City Manager, may determine in writing that a particular consultant, although a "designated position," is hired to perform a range of duties that is limited in scope and thus is not required to fully comply with the disclosure requirements in this section. Such written determination shall include a description of the consultant's duties and, based upon that description, a statement of the extent of disclosure requirements. The department Director, with the concurrence of the City Manager, may also determine whether a particular consultant is performing duties so as to constitute a "consultant" as the term is defined in the Political Reform Act and regulations promulgated thereunder. The department Director's determination, with the City Manager's concurrence, is public record and shall be retained for public inspection in the same manner and location as the Conflict of Interest Code.

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SECTION 5. Statement of Economic Interests: Place of Filing. Designated officials/officers must file Statements of Economic Interests with the City of Bellflower, on forms created by the Fair Political Practices Commission, in conformance with the individual disclosure categories and state guidelines, when requested by the City Clerk.

The City Clerk will retain custody of the Statements and make them available for public inspection and reproduction. All designated officials/officers must file one original Statement of Economic Interest with the City Clerk.

SECTION 6. Disclosure and Disqualification — Interest and Positions in Non -Profit Organizations. Whenever a disclosure category requires disclosure of specific financial interests or positions in business entitles, disclosure of equivalent financial interests or positions in non-profit organizations is required. Disqualification must be required as to a disclosed interest or position in a non-profit organization whenever disqualification would have been required as a result of an equivalent financial interest or position in a business entity.

SECTION 7. Travel Payments, Advances and Reimbursements. If a payment, including an advance or reimbursement, for travel is required to be reported pursuant to Government Code § 87207, it may be reported on a separate travel reimbursement schedule which shall be included in the filer's statement of economic interests. A filer who chooses not to use the travel schedule shall disclose payments for travel as a gift, unless it is clear from all surrounding circumstances that the services provided were equal to or greater in value than the payments for the travel, in which case the travel may be reported as income.

SECTION 8. BPFC Resolution No. 99-06 (adopted May 17, 1999) and any other BPFC resolution or policy purporting to establish a conflict of interest code are superseded by this Resolution.

SECTION 9. Repeal of any provision of any resolution or policy herein will not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any violation occurring before, this Resolution's effective date. Any such repealed part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting violations occurring before the effective date of this Resolution.

SECTION 10. Any change provided for in this Conflict of Interest Code shall not affect or excuse any offense or act committed or done or omission or any penalty or forfeiture incurred or accruing under any other Conflict of Interest Code; nor shall it affect any prosecution, suit, or proceeding pending or any judgment rendered in connection with any other Conflict of Interest Code.

SECTION 11. The President, or presiding officer, is hereby authorized to affix his signature to this Resolution signifying its adoption by the Bellflower Public Facilities Corporation, and the Secretary, or Assistant Secretary, is directed to attest thereto. -13-

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SECTION 12. This Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED BY THE BELLFLOWER PUBLIC
FACILITIES CORPORATION THIS 25TH DAY OF/: EPT = E 2018.

ATTEST:

Ge •-; - Fra "zen, President
Be; ower P , lic Facilities Corporation
ayr Uc iqui,- ec etary
APPROVEM:

Karl ' . Berger, Ci` Attorney
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council

ATTENTION: Ryan Smoot, City Manager

FROM: Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk

SUBJECT: Consideration and possible action to approve the Minutes of the August 10, 2026, Special Meeting of the City Council.

DATE: September 14, 2026

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

None

RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL

1) Approve the August 10, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes; or

2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

FISCAL IMPACT

None

ATTACHMENT

Minutes of the August 10, 2026, Special Meeting of the City Council …………..…… 2

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CITY OF BELLFLOWER

SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BELLFLOWER CITY COUNCIL
MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026 – 4:00 P.M.

BELLFLOWER CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TELECONFERENCE – ZOOM WEBINAR
MEETING ID: 883 0182 2002 / TOLL FREE (669) 444-9171

1 Call to Order

Mayor Santa Ines called the Special Meeting to order at 4:01 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Bellflower City Hall, 16600 Civic Center Drive, Bellflower.

2 Roll Call

For the record, the following Members of the City Council were present:

Mayor Sonny R. Santa Ines
Mayor Pro Tem Victor A. Sanchez
Council Member Ray Dunton
Council Member Dan Koops
Council Member Wendi Morse

Staff Participants:

Ryan Smoot, City Manager
Karl H. Berger, City Attorney
Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk
Len Gorecki, Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works Jim DellaLonga, Director of Economic Development
Wangsu Lee, Assistant to the City Manager
Jennifer Russell, Management Assistant

3 REQUEST TO APPEAR REMOTELY

None

4 PUBLIC COMMENTS

None

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5 STUDY SESSION

A Consideration and possible action to conduct a follow-up study session to discuss and provide further direction regarding the City’s economic development priorities.

Director of Economic Development DellaLonga 1) provided a PowerPoint presentation of the Staff Report; and 2) responded to Council Members’ questions along with City Manager Smoot and City Attorney Berger.

Following the presentation, City Manager Smoot noted the two options Director DellaLonga proposed – a Community Development Corporation (CDC) or an Economic Development Corporation (EDC) – and recommended staff work with a subcommittee of the City Council to carry one of those options forward.

At the request of Mayor Santa Ines, City Manager Smoot 1) explained that it is difficult to identify EDCs that are specifically comparable to a smaller agency like Bellflower, as most of the examples identified were regional in scope, while the East Los Angeles example appeared to be smaller-scale and neighborhood-based; and 2) confirmed that staff would research Glendale’s EDC to identify accomplishments and lessons learned.

At the request of Council Member Dunton, City Manager Smoot 1) confirmed that the City has had recent discussions regarding efforts to supplement the City’s economic development activities, including the establishment of a business improvement district in the downtown area; and 2) stated that City-led efforts can sometimes be met with resistance due to perceptions of government involvement, so a third-party entity working in partnership with the City could potentially be more effective in engaging the business community.

At the request of the Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, City Attorney Berger stated that 1) the composition and governance of the entity’s board of directors would be determined by the City Council; 2) initially, the City Council often serves as the board of directors when such entities are established; 3) the number of directors and individuals who serve on the board are policy decisions for the City Council to determine; 4) the proposed entity would be a completely independent corporation and separate legal entity from the City, and there would be no risk to the City even though City Council Members may serve as directors of the corporation; and 5) an operating agreement between the City and the corporation would establish and reflect the corporation’s independence, as well as include provisions to provide defense and indemnification to the City.

In response to the questions posed by Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, City Manager Smoot stated that 1) the questions regarding the structure and governance of the proposed corporation were among the reasons for recommending the establishment of a City Council subcommittee; 2) staff could guide the Council through the process, but cannot make those policy decisions on the Council’s behalf; 3) a subcommittee would assist staff in working through the organizational structure and related matters before bringing forward the articles of incorporation, operating agreement, and other necessary documents for consideration by the City Council; and 4) he would explore whether an EDC could join the COG’s [Gateway Cities Council of Governments] Housing Trust.
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5 STUDY SESSION – Continued

A Consideration and possible action to conduct a follow-up study session to discuss and provide further direction regarding the City’s economic development priorities – Continued

For the record, Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez stated that of the two options identified, he was leaning towards establishing an EDC.

At the request of Mayor Santa Ines, City Manager Smoot confirmed that staff would return with a staff report to provide specific examples of the successes of an EDC, and then the City Council could establish a subcommittee to further discuss and develop ideas for the corporation’s potential role and focus, if they choose to move forward.

At the request of Council Member Dunton, Director DellaLonga 1) clarified that staff identified a group of firms who are prepared to receive the Request for Proposals (RFP) and submit proposals for consideration; 2) explained that the study would focus on the three major thoroughfares of Artesia Boulevard, Lakewood Boulevard, and Alondra Boulevard, as well as other identified intersections; and 3) clarified that Rosecrans Avenue as a whole would not be included in the study, but certain intersections along Rosecrans Avenue would be.

Following lengthy discussion, it was the consensus of the City Council to direct staff to 1) research Economic Development Corporations, including but not limited to successful examples and potential applications for Bellflower, and bring the matter back to a future agenda for additional consideration; and 2) proceed with the corridor studies RFP beginning with Artesia Boulevard from the Paramount border to Bellflower Boulevard, with future studies to follow for Lakewood Boulevard and Alondra Boulevard, and evaluate the West Artesia Specific Plan in conjunction with the corridor study.

6 Adjournment

Without objection, Mayor Santa Ines adjourned the meeting at 5:04 p.m.

Sonny R. Santa Ines, Mayor
City of Bellflower

ATTEST:

Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk
Approved: September 14, 2026
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council

ATTENTION: Ryan Smoot, City Manager

FROM: Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk

SUBJECT: Consideration and possible action to approve the Minutes of the August 10, 2026, Regular Meeting of the City Council.

DATE: September 14, 2026

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

None

RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL

1) Approve the August 10, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes; or

2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

FISCAL IMPACT

None

ATTACHMENT

Minutes of the August 10, 2026, Regular Meeting of the City Council …………..…… 2

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CITY OF BELLFLOWER

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BELLFLOWER CITY COUNCIL
MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026
5:30 P.M. CLOSED SESSION / 7:00 P.M. OPEN SESSION
BELLFLOWER CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TELECONFERENCE – ZOOM WEBINAR
MEETING ID: 883 0182 2002 / TOLL FREE (669) 444-9171

5:30 P.M. – CLOSED SESSION
1 CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Santa Ines called the Regular Meeting to order at 5:33 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Bellflower City Hall, 16600 Civic Center Drive, Bellflower. 2 ROLL CALL

The following members of the City Council responded present to roll call:

Mayor Sonny R. Santa Ines
Mayor Pro Tem Victor A. Sanchez
Council Member Ray Dunton
Council Member Dan Koops
Council Member Wendi Morse
3 RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION

For the record, there being no one from the public in attendance, without objection, Mayor Santa Ines recessed the Meeting at 5:34 p.m. to a Closed Session regarding:

A CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
(Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8)
Property: APN 7163-001-056 (no street address), 17246 Palo Verde Avenue, and 17538 Dubarry Street
Agency Negotiator: Ryan Smoot, City Manager
Negotiating Party: Paul Kott
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment

B CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
(Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8)
Property: 16730 Bellflower Boulevard
Agency Negotiator: Ryan Smoot, City Manager
Negotiating Party: Jeff Smith
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment

For the record, Closed Session adjourned at 5:54 p.m.

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4 RECONVENE FOR OPEN SESSION

Mayor Santa Ines reconvened the meeting at 7:01 p.m., with all Council Members present, and announced that no reportable action was taken during the Closed Session.

7:00 P.M. – OPEN SESSION

5 CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Santa Ines called the Open Session of the Regular City Council Meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Bellflower City Hall, 16600 Civic Center Drive, Bellflower.

6 ROLL CALL

The following members of the City Council responded present to roll call:

Mayor Sonny R. Santa Ines
Mayor Pro Tem Victor A. Sanchez
Council Member Ray Dunton
Council Member Dan Koops
Council Member Wendi Morse

Staff Participants:

Ryan Smoot, City Manager
Karl H. Berger, City Attorney
Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk
Len Gorecki, Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works Elizabeth Oba, Director of Planning and Building Services Alan Cook, Building Official
Anthony Weimholt, Senior Plans Examiner
Alexander Salgado, Associate Planner
Anna Garan, Director of Finance
Wangsu Lee, Assistant to the City Manager
Jennifer Russell, Management Assistant

7 INVOCATION

Mayor Sonny R. Santa Ines offered the Invocation.

8 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Director of Planning and Building Services Elizabeth Oba led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.

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9 REQUEST TO APPEAR REMOTELY

None

10-A CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Mayor Santa Ines provided details regarding the Bellflower Symphony Association’s Annual Family Picnic Under the Stars to be held on August 22, 2026, at Caruthers Park.

Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez provided details regarding the Asociación de Emprendedor@s program, a free eight-week business development course offered in Spanish from September 1 through October 20, 2026, in partnership with Heart Centered Leadership.

Council Member Morse wished Bellflower Unified School District students, families, teachers, and staff a successful school year and encouraged the community to exercise caution and prioritize student safety as classes begin on August 17, 2026.

Council Member Dunton provided details regarding the Bellflower Honors Program, which allows residents to honor local veterans through street pole banners and commemorative bricks.

Council Member Koops provided details regarding the free CR&R Compost Drive-Thru Giveaway taking place on August 22, 2026, at the Public Works Yard and encouraged Bellflower residents to participate.

11 PUBLIC COMMENTS

Eden Escobedo, Miss Bellflower Pageant Coordinator, addressed the City Council regarding the 2026 Miss Bellflower Pageant, 1) stating that the pageant was a well-attended and successful event; 2) thanking the contestants’ families and friends for their support, dignitaries, and visiting royalty from neighboring cities who attended; 3) congratulating the 2025 Miss, Miss Teen, and Junior Miss Bellflower Courts for their service to the community; and 4) presenting the 2026 Miss, Miss Teen, and Junior Miss Bellflower Courts, who introduced themselves.

• Quetzaly Amezcua, 2026 Junior Princess
• Gia Gardea, 2026 Miss Junior Bellflower Princess
• Sydney Rivas, 2026 Miss Junior Bellflower Queen
• Ella Saucedo, 2026 Miss Bellflower Teen Princess
• Olive Belger, 2026 Miss Teen Bellflower Queen
• Miley Wong, 2026 Miss Bellflower Princess
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11 PUBLIC COMMENTS – Continued

Cheryl Williams, resident, addressed the City Council regarding the Summer Streetfests, 1) expressing the opinion that the event was enjoyable and she was already looking forward to next year; 2) commending staff for coordinating the bands, ensuring public safety, and managing the event setup; and 3) at the request of Mayor Santa Ines , stating that the 80s All Stars, the first band, and the final band were her favorites, noting that the music was more to her taste and that she enjoyed dancing at the event.

Joyce Van Steen, resident, addressed the City Council regarding a code enforcement issue she experienced due to a leaning block wall at the back of her property, 1) thanking the City Council and staff for allowing her to share her experience and for helping her through the situation; 2) expressing appreciation to Andrew San Nicholas at Kingdom Causes for organizing volunteers who removed the wall in one day; 3) thanking the volunteer fencing company from Irvine for installing a new fence at no cost; 4) stating that she was grateful for the community assistance she received, noting that she had joined the volunteer list to give back by assisting others; and 5) submitting a written letter for the record.

12 PUBLIC HEARINGS
A Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 26-30 – A Resolution creating a one-time exception to the Cannabis Business Permit application process established by Resolution No. 26-05 and allowing applications submitted during the previous solicitation to be reconsidered for an available dispensary Cannabis Business Permit.

B Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider issuing one Cannabis Business Permit for a dispensary use at 9535 Artesia Boulevard; and consider adopting Resolution No. 26-31 – A Resolution approving a Cannabis Business Permit to operate a cannabis dispensary at 9535 Artesia Boulevard; Applicant: 9535 Artesia Ave, Inc. dba Herb’s Diner.

CEQA: In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (Pub. Res.

Code §§ 21000, et seq.; “CEQA”) and CEQA regulations (Cal. Code Regs. tit. 14, §§ 15000, et seq.), an environmental review of the application was conducted in accordance with CEQA Guidelines § 15061. Following that review, it was determined that the proposed dispensary is included in the classes of projects exempt from additional environmental review under CEQA Guidelines § 15301 (Existing Facilities) and § 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction) for the reason that it is an approved land use proposed for existing commercial and industrial buildings.

For the record, 1) City Manager Smoot introduced the item; and 2) Council Member Koops announced that he would recuse himself from Items 12-A and 12-B as he has property interests within 1,000 feet of the subject properties, and left the dais and Council Chambers at 7:19 p.m.

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12 PUBLIC HEARINGS – Continued
A Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 26-30 – Continued
B Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider issuing one Cannabis Business Permit for a dispensary use at 9535 Artesia Boulevard; and consider adopting Resolution No. 26-31 – Continued

Assistant to the City Manager Lee 1) provided a verbal presentation of the Staff Report; and 2) responded to Council Members’ questions along with City Manager Smoot and City Attorney Berger.

For the record, Mayor Santa Ines, 1) noted that Items 12-A and 12-B were related; 2) disclosed ex-parte communication with Larry Thacker of Herb’s Diner and Tak Sato of STIIIZY; 3) stated that an email from Tak Sato was included in the supplemental materials provided by the City Clerk; and 4) explained that, following his discussion with Tak Sato, he directed him to communicate with the City Manager.

It was moved by Council Member Dunton, seconded by Council Member Morse, and carried without objection, to open the public hearing.

Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, 1) disclosed ex-parte communication with Andrew Hausermann, Union Representative, UFCW 324, noting that he also directed him to contact the City Manager; and 2) disclosed that communications were also received from a representative of Herb’s Diner, but there was no further communication.

Tak Sato, President and Owner, STIIIZY, 1) requested the opportunity to submit an application for consideration for the cannabis dispensary permit; 2) described STIIIZY as a large California cannabis company with 66 open retail stores and approximately $650 million in annual revenue, stating that its stores generate approximately $11 million in revenue per store; 3) emphasized the company’s financial stability and record of timely tax payments across more than 55 jurisdictions; 4) described community involvement, including more than $40 million in donations to nonprofits and community benefits, employee paid time off for volunteer activities, and community cleanup and food events; 5) highlighted the company’s unionization with the UFCW, including a collective bargaining agreement providing living wages, medical, dental, and vision benefits, and an employer-funded pension plan; 6) identified stores in Lynwood, Artesia, Long Beach, and Downtown Los Angeles, describing them as high-end retail locations; and 7) reiterated his request for the opportunity to submit a competitive application for consideration.

Andrew Hausermann, Union Representative, UFCW 324, 1) spoke in support of allowing STIIIZY to submit an application, citing the company’s partnership with UFCW 324, unionized workforce, higher wages and benefits, and stable employment; 2) discussed the volatility of the cannabis industry and the importance of selecting an operator that can provide reliable jobs and tax revenue; and 3) stated that UFCW 324 represents more than 90 workers in Bellflower. 6 Bellflower City Council Minutes Item No. 12-A & B
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12 PUBLIC HEARINGS – Continued
A Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 26-30 – Continued
B Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider issuing one Cannabis Business Permit for a dispensary use at 9535 Artesia Boulevard; and consider adopting Resolution No. 26-31 – Continued

Mark Risk, resident, 1) expressed opposition to cannabis dispensaries in Bellflower, questioning the voter turnout and timing of the election that approved cannabis legalization; and 2) questioned the need for cannabis dispensaries in the City and expressed concerns regarding community character, potential impacts on crime, impaired driving, youth access, homelessness, and impacts to nearby businesses and property values, citing personal experiences and studies.

Larry Thacker, Chief Financial Officer, Herb’s Diner, 1) requested the City Council approve Item 12-A, stating that he has worked with the City for nine years and has spent the past eight to nine months working to redevelop the proposed location; 2) emphasized that the project could be completed and opened sooner than competing proposals to start generating needed tax revenue; 3) at the request of Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, stated that cannabis is safe and regulated, legal cannabis programs can reduce illegal operations, and neighboring properties can benefit from cannabis businesses through security measures and cameras; and 4) for the record, provided a letter from Herb’s Diner’s Owner/Managing Director Frieda Farshchian before the start of the meeting, which was distributed to the City Council and made available to the public.

There being no one else in attendance wishing to provide further testimony, it was moved by Council Member Morse, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, and carried without objection to close the public hearing.

City Manager Smoot, 1) in response to an inquiry from representatives of STIIIZY, stated that there was currently no permit at the location and explained that they would need to meet with City staff to discuss the application process; 2) noted that the application period had closed, but staff remained available to discuss the process; 3) explained that not adopting the proposed resolution would result in continuing the existing process and allow the City Council to direct staff to open a new application period similar to the recently completed process; 4) stated that the City would accept applications, review required documentation, prepare the applications, and schedule the necessary public hearings before issuing a permit; and 5) estimated that the process would take a minimum of approximately three months, given the application review and public hearing requirements.

Mayor Santa Ines, 1) expressed support for competition in the cannabis application process, stating that applicants should be qualified and then considered through a competitive process; 2) compared the process to public works bidding and stated that competition would better serve the City; and 3) asked whether Herb’s Diner would be required to pay a new application processing fee if the process were reopened or whether the fee could be waived given the recent application process.

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12 PUBLIC HEARINGS – Continued
A Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 26-30 – Continued

At the request of Mayor Santa Ines, City Manager Smoot, 1) explained that under the existing process, Herb’s Diner would be required to pay the applicable application fees, although the City Council could waive the fees or charge only for the staff time associated with the review; and 2) stated that the application and review processes would otherwise remain substantially the same.

Council Member Dunton, 1) expressed support for moving forward with Herb’s Diner, noting that the business had been working with the City since January and that the process had already taken approximately eight months; 2) cited the loss of other cannabis-related businesses and emphasized the need for the City to act decisively to fill available cannabis permits, generate tax revenue, and avoid further delays; 3) stated that Herb’s Diner had followed the City’s direction, had an existing buildout and permits, and could potentially open sooner than a new applicant; and 4) expressed concern that prolonged uncertainty was unfair to applicants and inconsistent with the City’s goal of being business-friendly.

Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, 1) acknowledged valid points on both sides; 2) stated that at the prior meeting he supported approving Items 12-A and 12-B if there were no other interested parties, in order to save time and staff resources; 3) noted that STIIIZY and another interested party had since expressed interest; and 4) stated that, given the additional interest, he could not support approving Item 12-A without following the City’s competitive application process.

Council Member Morse, 1) noted that no other applicants came forward during the prior application process aside from the two applicants that completed the process; 2) acknowledged that they followed the City’s direction and were advanced to the next Council meeting; and 3) questioned why other interested parties did not come forward during the established application process.

City Manager Smoot 1) explained that the City initially had one vacant cannabis permit and established a competitive application process for that permit, which was publicly advertised and communicated to known cannabis retailers; 2) stated that two applications were received; 3) noted that a second permit was subsequently revoked, creating two separate processes that overlapped; and 4) explained that the City expedited the process because two applicants were available for the two permits, but under the normal process, a newly vacated permit would require a separate application period.

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12 PUBLIC HEARINGS – Continued

A Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 26-30 – Continued

For the record, 1) at the request of Mayor Santa Ines, City Manager Smoot confirmed that the City could expedite the application process by shortening the application period, such as opening it for two weeks instead of one month; 2) Council Member Dunton, expressed frustration with extending the process and noted that the applicants were present awaiting the Council’s decision; and 3) Mayor Santa Ines, stated that his priority was doing what was best for the City, expressing the opinion that competition would produce the best outcome.

It was moved by Council Member Dunton, seconded by Council Member Morse, and failed by the following roll call vote, to adopt Resolution No. 26-30:

AYES: Council Members – Dunton and Morse,
NOES: Council Members – Sanchez and Mayor Santa Ines RECUSE: Council Members – Koops

City Manager Smoot, 1) suggested removing Item 12-B because there was no open application period and a new application period would need to be established under the City’s process; and 2) requested direction relative to the application fees for the process, specifically as they would apply to the existing applicant.

Following brief discussion, it was moved by Mayor Santa Ines, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, to waive the application fee for Herb’s Diner should it choose to apply through the new application process. Action on the motion was taken following additional discussion.

City Attorney Berger, confirmed that, pursuant to the City Council’s direction, the application for Herb’s Diner could be processed without an additional fee, unless minimal additional time and materials were required, such as updating a Live Scan or modifying the application.

At the request of Mayor Santa Ines, City Manager Smoot, confirmed that staff could accept applications within a two-week application period.

It was moved by Mayor Santa Ines, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, and carried by the following roll call vote, to 1) waive the application fee for Herb’s Diner if they choose to apply, with the exception of de minimis time and materials needed to update items such as the Live Scan or to process changes to the application; and 2) direct staff to shorten the application period to two weeks:

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12 PUBLIC HEARINGS – Continued

A Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 26-30 – Continued

AYES: Council Members – Morse, Sanchez, Dunton, and Mayor Santa Ines
RECUSE: Council Members – Koops

For the record, Council Member Koops returned to the Council Chambers and dais at 8:08 p.m.

C Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 26-32 – A Resolution adopting an updated Building Permit Fee Schedule to recover costs incurred from providing Building and Safety services.

For the record, City Manager Smoot introduced the item.

Director of Planning and Building Services Oba, along with Willdan Consultant Tony Trasher, Building Official Alan Cook, and Senior Plans Examiner Anthony Weimholt, 1) provided a PowerPoint presentation of the Staff Report; 2) responded to Council Members’ questions along with City Attorney Berger; and 3) added that building and safety division fees is set at full cost recovery for the services being requested, so, what is included in the resolution is 100% cost recovery and after the publishing the staff report, about 11 permit fees that were found to be incorrect and correction were provided as supplemental material.

For the record, Mayor Santa Ines, explained that the fully burdened cost was intended to recover the City’s costs associated with permit processing, inspections, and plan checks rather than generate revenue

At the request of Mayor Santa Ines, City Attorney Berger stated that, prior to 2024, the prohibition against gifts of public funds would have applied; however, now that the City is a charter city, the gift of public funds prohibition does not apply, and the City Council may determine whether an expenditure previously characterized as a gift constitutes a municipal affair.

Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, 1) expressed concern that the proposed fee increases were unnecessary given the economic downturn and could negatively affect applicants; 2) stated that he supported eventually reaching fee levels comparable to neighboring cities but expressed concern about implementing a 50 percent increase at once, preferring a more gradual, scaled approach; and 3) suggested incorporating a Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment into the fee schedule, consistent with other City fees.

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12 PUBLIC HEARINGS – Continued
C Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 26-32 – Continued

Council Member Koops, noted that even with the proposed fee increase, Bellflower’s fees would remain significantly lower than those of neighboring cities with similar economic conditions.

Mayor Santa Ines, noted that applying a CPI adjustment would not immediately bring the City’s fees in line with neighboring jurisdictions because the City’s fees are already comparatively low, stating that it could take many years to catch up.

Director Oba, 1) clarified that an annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment is already included in the fee schedule for future fiscal years, with adjustments applied if the CPI increases; and 2) confirmed that the CPI adjustment provision remains unchanged, although the City’s fees would continue to lag behind neighboring jurisdictions.

Building Official Cook 1) explained that the proposed fees were developed using employee costs and estimated inspection and plan-check hours, based on extensive staff experience; 2) stated that the methodology was intended to be accurate and provide 100 percent cost recovery while remaining fair and conservative in estimating the time required for inspections and plan checks; and 3) clarified that the overall fee structure was designed to recover the City’s costs.

At the request of Mayor Santa Ines, City Attorney Berger 1) stated that the proposed fees were legally defensible and consistent with the appropriate cost- recovery methodology; 2) explained that true cost recovery would require billing applicants on a time-and-materials basis for each service, which would be impractical for budgeting purposes; and 3) stated that the proposed fee structure provides a practical approach that closely approximates cost recovery while commending Willdan staff for their work.

Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, 1) clarified that he was not questioning the fee methodology or the numbers developed by staff, but rather the timing and rollout of the proposed increases; and 2) noted that the City received complaints about fee increases in 2023 and anticipated similar concerns with the current increases.

Mayor Santa Ines, 1) acknowledged Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez’s concern about the rollout of the fee increases, but noted that phasing the increases over several years could result in repeated complaints each year; and 2) expressed a preference for implementing the increases at once rather than generating complaints over multiple years.

Following discussion, it was moved by Council Member Dunton, seconded by Council Member Koops and carried without objection, to open the public hearing.

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12 PUBLIC HEARINGS – Continued

C Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 26-32 – Continued

There being no one in attendance wishing to provide public testimony, it was moved by Council Member Dunton, seconded by Council Member Koops, and carried without objection to close the public hearing.

It was moved by Council Member Dunton, seconded by Council Member Koops, and carried by the following roll call vote, to adopt Resolution No. 26-32, as amended:

AYES: Council Members – Morse, Dunton, Koops, and Mayor Santa Ines
NOES: Council Members – Sanchez

D Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 26-33 – A Resolution authorizing the City of Bellflower to join the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program (“SCIP”); authorizing the California Statewide Communities Development Authority to accept applications from property owners, conduct special assessment and Mello-Roos proceedings, levy assessments and special taxes, form assessment districts and community facilities districts, and issue bonds within the territory of the City of Bellflower; approving form of acquisition agreement for use when applicable; and authorizing related actions.

For the record, City Manager Smoot requested that Item 12-D be continued to the next meeting as the City Attorney and the California Statewide Communities Development Authority’s attorney are still discussing the resolution.

Following discussion, it was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, seconded by Council Member Dunton, and carried without objection, to continue the public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 26-33 to the August 24, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting.

13 ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS FOR CONSIDERATION

None

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14 CONSIDERATION ITEMS

A Consideration and possible action to receive, file and provide direction on the conceptual Arts District Overlay Zone (ADOZ).

For the record, Council Member Koops announced that he would recuse himself from Item 14-A as he has property interests within 500 feet of the subject properties, and left the dais and Council Chambers at 8:55 p.m.

For the record, and without objection, Mayor Santa Ines recessed the meeting at 8:46 p.m. for a brief break.

For the record, Mayor Santa Ines reconvened the meeting at 8:55 p.m. with all Council Members present, except Council Member Koops who had recused on Item 14-A (Arts District Overlay Zone).

For the record, City Manager Smoot introduced item.

Director of Planning and Building Services Oba, Associate Planner Alexander Salgado and Amanda Tropiano, Principal of De Novo Planning Group 1) provided a PowerPoint presentation of the Staff Report; and 2) responded to Council Members’ questions along with City Manager Smoot and Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works Gorecki.

Cheryl Williams, resident, 1) expressed enthusiasm for the project and its potential to bring creative activities to Bellflower; and 2) suggested allowing businesses to install security doors or similar security measures, subject to appropriate design standards, to protect their property.

Jaydee Dizon, resident, 1) identified herself as a Cal State Long Beach art school graduate and expressed support for developing an arts district, while noting that Clark Avenue currently has vacancies and would require significant investment and redevelopment; 2) compared the concept to the established Long Beach Arts District and questioned whether property owners would have the resources to fund renovations; 3) suggested Bellflower Boulevard may have greater potential because it already has existing development and activity; and 4) asked whether the City would provide funding or other assistance for improvements to Clark Avenue.

In response to comments provided by Jaydee Dizon, Mayor Santa Ines explained that the City was seeking to expand arts and cultural activity beyond downtown.

Maria Caretta, owner of Paint and Chat, 1) expressed support for the proposed arts district and an interest in opening a second studio while maintaining her existing location; and 2) noted that increased foot traffic and complementary businesses, such as a coffee or snack establishments, would encourage her to expand.
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14 CONSIDERATION ITEMS – Continued

A Consideration and possible action to receive, file and provide direction on the conceptual Arts District Overlay Zone (ADOZ) – Continued

Essen Menjibar, Custom Made Graphics, expressed support for the proposed arts district and recommended establishing clear guidelines regarding the types of artists permitted, including noise regulations for metal fabrication, welding, woodworking, and other artistic activities.

Following discussion, it was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, seconded by Council Member Morse, and carried by the following roll call vote, to receive and file the staff report:

AYES: Council Members – Morse, Sanchez, Dunton, and Mayor Santa Ines
RECUSE: Council Members – Koops

Council Member Koops returned to the Council Chambers and dais at 9:43 p.m.

B Consideration and possible action to award a contract to Zoom Recreation, Inc., for the Friendship Square Public Sidewalk Redesign, CIP No. 53609; and authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Zoom Recreation, Inc., in a form approved by the City Attorney.

CEQA: This contract is subject to the regulations of 24 CFR Part 58, which establish the environmental review requirements that further the purpose of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA). This activity/project is categorically excluded and converts to Exempt to 24 CFR §58.34(a)(12), as there are no circumstances requiring compliance with the federal laws and authorities cited in 24 CFR §58.5. Funds may be committed and drawn upon completion and certification of the environmental review for this exempt project. The project is subject to NEPA review because it is funded with HUD CDBG-CV federal funds.

For the record, 1) Council Member Morse announced that she would recuse herself from Item 14-B (Friendship Square Public Sidewalk Redesign) as she has property interests within 500 feet of the subject property, and left the dais and Council Chambers at 9:43 p.m.; 2) For the record, Council Member Dunton announced that he would recuse himself from Items 14-B (Friendship Square Public Sidewalk Redesign) as he has property interests within 500 feet of the subject property, and left the dais and Council Chambers at 9:43 p.m.

City Manager Smoot introduced the item.

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14 CONSIDERATION ITEMS – Continued

Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works Gorecki 1) provided a verbal presentation of the Staff Report; and 2) responded to Council Members’ questions along with City Manager Smoot.

For the record, Assistant City Manager/Director Gorecki proposed an “Option 4” was developed and discussed in addition to the three options detailed in the presentation, which included modifying the fountain to convert it into a planter and return at a later time with a wholistic rehabilitation of the area.

Following discussion, it was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, seconded by Council Member Koops, and carried by the following roll call vote, to direct staff to proceed with “Option 4” to modify the fountain into a planter, at a cost not to exceed $10,000:

AYES: Council Members – Sanchez, Koops, and Mayor Santa Ines

RECUSE: Council Members – Morse, Dunton

For the record, City Manager Smoot noted that there may be additional Council action needed to return the unused $407,000 Covid funding and if so, an additional item would be brought forward to complete that.

Council Member Dunton and Council Member Morse returned to the Council Chambers and dais at 10:06 p.m.

15 CONSENT CALENDAR

For the record, 1) City Manager Smoot introduced the item; and 2) Council Member Koops announced that he would like to pull Item 15-B (Investments Report) for discussion only.

With regard to Item 15-B (Investments Report) and at the request of Council Member Koops, Director of Finance Garan 1) clarified that the figures on Schedule B page 18 were for LACPIF, a third-party investment, and were provided to show the investment’s earnings and current value at cost and market value; and 2) added that estimated interest income from all City investments for the final quarter of FY 2025–26 is approximately $1.3 million.

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15 CONSENT CALENDAR – Continued

Following discussion, it was moved by Council Member Koops, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, to approve the actions stipulated on the Consent Calendar:

AYES: Council Members – Morse, Sanchez, Dunton, Koops, and Mayor Santa Ines

A Consideration and possible action to receive and file City Council Warrant Register No. 27-021, dated August 10, 2026.

Action: Received and filed Warrant Register No. 07-021.

B Consideration and possible action to receive and file the Investments Report for the Month of June.

Action: Received and filed Investments Report.

C Consideration and possible action to approve Mayor Santa Ines’s appointment of Dan Buffington to the Bellflower Unified School District’s Citizens’ Task Force for the 2026-2027 School Year.

Action: Approved Mayor Santa Ines’s appointment of Dan Buffington to the Bellflower Unified School District’s Citizens’ Task Force for the 2026 2027 School Year.

D Consideration and possible action to award a contract to Good Soil Industries dba Kingdom Causes for on-call landscape maintenance services and authorize the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 464.8, in a form approved by the City Attorney.

Action: Authorized the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 464.8 with Good Soil Industries dba Kingdom Causes, in a form approved by the City Attorney.

E Consideration and possible action to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1459 – An Ordinance adding Chapter 12.45 to the Bellflower Municipal Code (“BMC”) governing public tree management for the City of Bellflower.

CEQA: The Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). Here, the Ordinance is intended to provide a framework for the management, protection, maintenance and replacement of public trees.

Action: Waived further reading and adopted Ordinance No. 1459 adding Chapter

12.45 to the Bellflower Municipal Code governing public tree management for the City of Bellflower.

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15 CONSENT CALENDAR – Continued

F Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 990.1 with Jouveaar Limited, a California corporation, doing business as Williams Printing, in a form approved by the City Attorney, for on-call commercial printing services.

Action: Authorized the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 990.1, in a form approved by the City Attorney.

G Consideration and possible action to award a contract to Ace Electric Inc., for the design and construction of Thompson Park Ballfield Lighting, CIP No. 52602 and authorize the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 1150, in a form approved by the City Attorney.

Action: Authorized the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 1150 with Ace Electric, Inc., in a form approved by the City Attorney.

H Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 857.3, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with George Chevrolet for use of City’s property identified by separate instrument executed by City’s City Manager and Licensee.

Action: Authorized the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 857.3 with George Chevrolet, in a form approved by the City Attorney.

I Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 752.1, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with Michael Baker International to perform Phase II of the Caruthers Park Stormwater Capture and Infiltration System Assessment.

CEQA: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.) and CEQA Guidelines (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, §§ 15000, et seq.), the City conducted an environmental assessment. Based on the environmental assessment, the project was determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines § 15303 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities).

Action: 1) Authorized the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 752.1, in a form approved by the City Attorney; and 2) Appropriated an additional $382,000 to Account No. 320-42054-6022 in Fiscal Year 2026 27 to support the cost of this agreement, bringing the total budget for this account to $632,000.

16 COUNCIL REPORTS

Mayor Santa Ines, Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, and Council Member Koops made various comments and reports.

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16 COUNCIL REPORTS – Continued

At the request of Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez, Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works Gorecki 1) stated that the Simms Park soccer field plans were submitted to the Planning Department for review the previous Friday and will undergo review, and then compiled and packaged for an Request for Proposal (RFP), which will be issued immediately; and 2) noted that as a charter city, they do not have to go with the lowest bidder, so the proposed completion timeframe can be built into the RFP and considered when awarding the contract.

With regard to the Council Chambers update and at the request of Council Member Koops, Assistant City Manager/Director Gorecki 1) stated that funding is already secured for the new sound system and room rehabilitation; and 2) the project has been awarded to a contractor under a design-build arrangement, and the contractor is currently working through the design phase, including the electronic equipment and related components.

17 ADJOURNMENT

Without objection, Mayor Santa Ines adjourned the meeting at 10:17 p.m., to the next regular Meeting of the Bellflower City Council at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, August 24, 2026.

__________________________
Sonny R. Santa Ines, Mayor
City of Bellflower

ATTEST:

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Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk
Approved: September 14, 2026

18 15-I
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council

ATTENTION: Ryan Smoot, City Manager

FROM: Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk

SUBJECT: Consideration and possible action to approve the Minutes of the August 19, 2026, Special Meeting of the City Council.

DATE: September 14, 2026

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

None

RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL

1) Approve the August 19, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes; or

2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

FISCAL IMPACT

None

ATTACHMENT

Minutes of the August 19, 2026, Special Meeting of the City Council …………..…… 2

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CITY OF BELLFLOWER

SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BELLFLOWER CITY COUNCIL
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2026 – 9:00 A.M.

BELLFLOWER CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TELECONFERENCE – ZOOM WEBINAR
MEETING ID: 823 8148 1598 / TOLL FREE (669) 444-9171

1 Call to Order

Mayor Santa Ines called the Special Meeting to order at 9:01 a.m. in the Council Chambers at Bellflower City Hall, 16600 Civic Center Drive, Bellflower.

2 Roll Call

For the record, the following Members of the City Council were present:

Mayor Sonny R. Santa Ines
Mayor Pro Tem Victor A. Sanchez
Council Member Ray Dunton
Council Member Dan Koops
Council Member Wendi Morse

Staff Participants:

Karl H. Berger, City Attorney
Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk
Len Gorecki, Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works Wangsu Lee, Assistant to the City Manager
Jennifer Russell, Management Assistant

3 REQUEST TO APPEAR REMOTELY

None

4 PUBLIC COMMENTS

None

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