CITY OF LA PUENTE
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
How to Listen Live to the Meeting
Live Audio/Video: Visit the City's website at https://lapuente.org/agenda/. Under the Agenda and Minutes portal, click the video camera icon next to the current meeting to listen live.
Spanish Translation/Interpretation Services:
Live Spanish translation is available through Wordly at https://attend.wordly.ai/join/FWOP-2761. In-person attendees may request a headset to listen to the live Spanish translation.
Spanish interpretation is available upon request for public speakers during Oral Communications. Speakers may also use their own interpreter.
How to Submit Public Comment
All persons attending or participating in City Council meetings, whether in person, remotely, or by written comment, must comply with the Rules of Decorum set forth in La Puente Municipal Code section 2.04.120.
In Person: Complete a Speaker Request Form and submit it to the City Clerk before the first speaker has concluded their remarks during the Oral Communications portion of the meeting. Each speaker is limited to three (3) minutes.
In Writing: Email your comment to [email protected] no later than 2 hours prior to the meeting start time. Email comments will be distributed to the City Council and become part of the official record for the meeting but will not be read aloud during the meeting. Please include “PUBLIC COMMENT” in the subject line.
Remote (Zoom):
Computer/Mobile Device:
• Join the Zoom Webinar at https://zoom.us/j/99755308889. • To request to speak, click the “Raise Hand” button before the first speaker has concluded their remarks during Oral Communications.
• When it is your turn to speak, your name will be called and you will be unmuted so you may address the City Council.
Telephone:
• Dial +1 669 900 6833 and enter Meeting ID: 997 5530 8889 # (Mobile users can tap the number to dial in automatically). • To request to speak by telephone, press *9 to raise your hand before the first speaker has concluded their remarks during Oral Communications.
• When it is your turn to speak, the last 4 digits of your phone number will be called and you will be asked to press *6 to unmute and provide your comments.
Availability
Materials distributed to a majority of the City Council regarding items on this agenda are available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall located at 15900 E. Main Street and on the City’s website at https://lapuente.org/agenda/.
Americans with Disabilities
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), individuals requiring special assistance to participate in a City meeting or to access other City services should contact the City Clerk’s Office at (626) 855-1500. Providing at least 48 hours’ notice for regular meetings, 24 hours for special meetings, or as early as possible will help ensure reasonable accommodations.
Meeting Times
City Council meetings shall adjourn no later than 10:30 p.m., unless a majority of members approve a motion to extend the meeting to consider remaining agenda items in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act (Ordinance No. 95-727).
CITY OF LA PUENTE
REUNIONES DEL CONCEJO MUNICIPAL
Cómo escuchar la reunión en vivo
Audio en vivo: visite el sitio web de la ciudad en https://lapuente.org/agenda/. Bajo el portal de Agenda y Actas (Agenda and Minutes), haga clic en el icono de la cámara de video al lado de la reunión actual para escuchar en vivo.
Servicios de traducción/interpretación en español:
La traducción en vivo al español está disponible a través de Wordly en https://attend.wordly.ai/join/FWOP-2761. Los asistentes en persona pueden solicitar audiófonos para escuchar la traducción en vivo al español.
La interpretación al español está disponible a solicitud para los miembros del público que deseen hablar durante la sección de Comunicaciones Orales. Los oradores también pueden usar su propio intérprete.
Cómo enviar comentarios públicos
Todas las personas que asistan o participen en las reuniones del Concejo Municipal, ya sea en persona, de forma remota o mediante comentarios escritos, deben cumplir con las Reglas de Decoro establecidas en la sección 2.04.120 del Código Municipal de La Puente.
En persona: Complete un Formulario de Solicitud de Orador (Speaker Request Form) y entréguelo a la Secretaria Municipal antes de que el primer orador haya concluido sus comentarios durante la sección de Comunicaciones Orales de la reunión. Cada orador tiene un límite de tres (3) minutos.
Por escrito: Envíe su comentario por correo electrónico a [email protected] a más tardar 2 horas antes del inicio de la reunión. Los comentarios por correo electrónico serán distribuidos al Concejo Municipal y formarán parte del registro oficial de la reunión, pero no se leerán en voz alta durante la reunión. Por favor incluya “PUBLIC COMMENT” (COMENTARIO PÚBLICO) en la línea de asunto.
Remoto (Zoom):
Computadora / dispositivo móvil:
• Únase al seminario web de Zoom en https://zoom.us/j/99755308889. • Para solicitar hablar, haga clic en el botón “Levantar la mano” (Raise Hand) antes de que el primer orador haya concluido sus comentarios durante las Comunicaciones Orales.
• Cuando sea su turno de hablar, se llamará su nombre y se le activará el micrófono para que pueda dirigirse al Concejo Municipal.
Teléfono:
• Marque +1 669 900 6833 e ingrese el ID de la reunión: 997 5530 8889 # (los usuarios de teléfonos celulares pueden tocar el número para marcar automáticamente).
• Para solicitar hablar por teléfono, presione *9 para levantar la mano antes de que el primer orador haya concluido sus comentarios durante las Comunicaciones Orales.
• Cuando sea su turno de hablar, se llamarán los últimos 4 dígitos de su número telefónico y se le pedirá que presione *6 para activar el micrófono y dar sus comentarios.
Disponibilidad
Los materiales distribuidos a la mayoría de los miembros del Concejo Municipal relacionados con los temas de esta agenda están disponibles para su consulta pública en la Oficina de la Secretaria Municipal en el Ayuntamiento, ubicado en 15900 E. Main Street, y en el sitio web de la Ciudad en https://lapuente.org/agenda/.
Personas con Discapacidades
De acuerdo con la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades (ADA), cualquier persona que necesite asistencia especial para participar en una reunión de la Ciudad o acceder a otros servicios municipales debe comunicarse con la Oficina de la secretaria Municipal al (626) 855-1500. Proporcionar un aviso con al menos 48 horas de anticipación para reuniones regulares, 24 horas para reuniones especiales, o lo antes posible ayudará a garantizar adaptaciones razonables.
Horario de las Reuniones
Las reuniones se finalizarán a más tardar a las 10:30 p.m., a menos que la mayoría de los miembros aprueben una moción para extender la reunión y considerar los asuntos restantes de la agenda, de acuerdo con la Ley Ralph M. Brown (Ordenanza No. 95- 727).
CC/SA Agenda Page 1 of 2 September 18, 2026
NOTICE AND CALL AND AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
LA PUENTE CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
15900 EAST MAIN STREET, LA PUENTE
SEPTEMBER 18, 2026 AT 8:00 AM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of La Puente is hereby called to be held on September 18, 2026, commencing at 8:00 AM, in City Council Chambers, 15900 E. Main Street, La Puente, CA 91744. The public will be provided an opportunity to provide public comment on the items listed on the agenda. The business to be discussed is as follows:
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
COUNCIL/AGENCY MEMBERS: Klinakis, Munoz, Argudo, Mendoza, Quinones
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
If you wish to address the City Council/Successor Agency on an item other than a public hearing matter, please complete the Request for Oral Presentation form and submit it to the City Clerk no later than prior to the conclusion of the first speaker’s remarks. All speakers are requested to observe the City's Rules of Decorum when addressing the City Council (LPMC section
2.04.120.).
A. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY MEETINGS B. PUBLIC HEARINGS BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
D. CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under Consent Calendar are considered to be routine in nature and may be enacted by one motion approving the recommendation listed on the Agenda. One or more items may be removed from the Consent Calendar so that said item(s) may be discussed and considered individually by the City Council/Successor Agency, if a motion to remove the item(s) is approved by an affirmative vote of a majority of the members of the City Council/Successor Agency.
D.1 CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA
PUENTE, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER, OR DESIGNEE, TO SUBMIT
AN APPLICATION TO THE FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION FOR FUNDING UNDER THE FY 2026 GRANTS FOR BUSES AND BUS FACILITIES INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAMS,
AUTHORIZING THE COMMITMENT OF LOCAL MATCHING FUNDS, APPROVAL OF A ZERO
EMISSION TRANSITION PLAN
Staff Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: (1) adopt Resolution No. 26-6020, authorizing the City Manager or Acting City Manager, to submit an application for federal assistance on behalf of the City of La Puente with the Federal Transit Administration for federal assistance; (2) approve the zero-emission transition plan; (3) authorize the City Manager or Acting City Manager, to CC/SA Agenda Page 2 of 2 September 18, 2026
execute all applications, certifications, assurances, grant agreements, and other documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept and administer the grant funds; and (4) authorize the City Manager or Acting City Manager, to take all necessary administrative actions to implement the grant, subject to applicable City Council approval requirements, the adopted City budget, and the terms and conditions of the final grant agreement.
E. NEW BUSINESS TO BE CONSIDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
ORAL COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL
ORAL COMMENTS FROM STAFF
ADJOURNMENT
Dated: September 16, 2026
_________/s/__________
Charlie Klinakis, Mayor
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS.
CITY OF LA PUENTE )
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Martha Torres, City Clerk for the City of La Puente, hereby certify that a copy of the Notice and Call of a Special Meeting of the La Puente City Council, to be held on September 18, 2026, commencing at 8:00 AM, was posted in accordance with all applicable laws and provided not less than twenty-four hours before the time of the meeting to the City Council.
I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
Dated: September 16, 2026
_________/s/__________
Martha Torres, MPA, CMC, City Clerk
City of La Puente
Agenda Report
Agenda Item No. D.1
To: Mayor and City Council For meeting of: September 18, 2026 From: Bob Lindsey, City Manager
By: Troy Grunklee, CPA, Director of Administrative Services Subject: CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA
PUENTE, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER, OR DESIGNEE, TO
SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO THE FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION FOR FUNDING UNDER THE FY 2026 GRANTS FOR BUSES AND BUS FACILITIES
INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAMS, AUTHORIZING THE COMMITMENT OF LOCAL
MATCHING FUNDS, APPROVAL OF A ZERO EMISSION TRANSITION PLAN
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
The Federal Transit Administration (“FTA”), an operating administration of the United States Department of Transportation, has made funding available through the FY 2026 Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Infrastructure Programs, the Low or No Emission Grant Program. The City of La Puente (“City”) would like to submit an application to FTA for federal financial assistance under the grant for the purchase of three electric buses to replace the current propane fueled buses and construction of electric vehicle infrastructure for those buses.
The grant or cooperative agreement for federal financial assistance will impose certain obligations upon the City, and the FY 2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity requires the applicant to provide evidence of the amount, source, and availability of the required local share of the Project cost. The local share or 20% of the program costs would be funded using the City’s Prop A allocation.
Also, the grant application also requires the City to submit a zero emission transition plan. The plan, which has been attached as part of the staff report details how the City will transition our fleet to zero-emission vehicles, where applicable. Staff is recommending that, over the next 15 years, the City will transition the City fleet to zero-emission alternatives and reduce dependency on gasoline, diesel, and other fossil fuels.
FISCAL IMPACT
If awarded the grant, the City will be required to match 20% of the project costs, which is estimated to be $100,000 of the City's Prop A allocation based on a project cost of $500,000.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council: (1) adopt Resolution No. 26-6020, authorizing the City Manager or Acting City Manager, to submit an application for federal assistance on behalf of the City of La Puente with the Federal Transit Administration for federal assistance; (2) approve the zero-emission transition plan; (3) authorize the City Manager or Acting City Manager, to execute all applications, certifications, assurances, Agenda Report – Consideration of an Application to the Federal Transit Administration for Funding Under the FY 2026 Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Infrastructure Programs
For City Council And Successor Agency Meeting of September 18, 2026
grant agreements, and other documents necessary to apply for and, if awarded, accept and administer the grant funds; and (4) authorize the City Manager or Acting City Manager, to take all necessary administrative actions to implement the grant, subject to applicable City Council approval requirements, the adopted City budget, and the terms and conditions of the final grant agreement.
ATTACHMENTS
A. Bus Infrastructure Program Grant Resolution
B. Zero Emission Transition Plan
RESOLUTION NO. 26-6020 PAGE 1 OF 2 SEPTEMBER 18, 2026
RESOLUTION NO. 26-6020
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF LA PUENTE, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF AN
APPLICATION TO THE FEDERAL TRANSIT
ADMINISTRATION FOR FUNDING UNDER THE
FY 2026 GRANTS FOR BUSES AND BUS
FACILITIES INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAMS,
AND AUTHORIZING THE COMMITMENT OF
LOCAL MATCHING FUNDS
WHEREAS, the Federal Transit Administration (“FTA”), an operating administration of the United States Department of Transportation, has made funding available through the FY 2026 Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Infrastructure Programs, the Low or No Emission Grant Program (FTA-2026-011-TPM-LWNO) Low or No Emission (Low-No) Program (collectively, the “Program”); and
WHEREAS, the City of La Puente (“City”) desires to submit an application to FTA for federal financial assistance under the Program for the following project: replacement of 3 buses for 3 electric buses, construction of electric vehicle infrastructure for the electric buses (the “Project”); and
WHEREAS, the Federal Transit Administrator has been delegated authority to award federal financial assistance for transportation projects authorized by 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53, title 23 of the United States Code, or other federal statutes administered by FTA; and WHEREAS, the grant or cooperative agreement for federal financial assistance will impose certain obligations upon the City, and the FY 2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity requires the applicant to provide evidence of the amount, source, and availability of the required local share of the Project cost; and
WHEREAS, the City commits to providing the required non-Federal local match for the Project in an amount not to exceed $100,000, from Prop A funds, which funds are or will be available and committed for that purpose, subject to the terms and conditions of the grant award; and
WHEREAS, the City has, or will have prior to the execution of any grant agreement, provided all annual certifications and assurances to FTA required for the Project;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA PUENTE HEREBY FINDS, DETERMINES AND RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 2. The City Manager or Acting City Manager of the City of La Puente is hereby authorized to execute and file an application for federal assistance on behalf of the City of La Puente with the Federal Transit Administration for federal assistance authorized by 49 U.S.C.
Attachment A
RESOLUTION NO. 26-6020 PAGE 2 OF 2 SEPTEMBER 18, 2026
Chapter 53, title 23 of the United States Code, or other federal statutes authorizing a project administered by the Federal Transit Administration, for the Project described above.
SECTION 3. The City Manager or Acting City Manager is hereby authorized to execute and file with the application all annual certifications, assurances, and other documents required by FTA before the award of a federal assistance grant or cooperative agreement.
SECTION 4. The City Manager or Acting City Manager is hereby authorized to execute grant and cooperative agreements with the Federal Transit Administration on behalf of the City of La Puente.
SECTION 5. The City Council hereby authorizes and commits to providing the required non-Federal local match for the Project in an amount not to exceed $100,000, from Prop A funds, subject to the terms and conditions of the grant award.
SECTION 5. That the City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution and that the same shall be in full force and effect.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 18th day of September, 2026, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS:
___________________________________
Charlie Klinakis, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________________
Martha Torres, MPA, CMC, City Clerk
ZERO-EMISSION TRANSITION PLAN
Organization: City of La Puente
Effective Date: September 17,2026
Target Completion: December 31, 2041
Plan Owner: Troy Grunklee, CPA, Director of Administrative Services
1. Purpose
The City of La Puente is committed to reducing greenhouse-gas emissions and transitioning its operations toward zero-emission vehicles, equipment, facilities, and energy sources where technically and economically feasible.
2. Transition Goals
The organization will:
• Reduce dependence on gasoline, diesel, and other fossil fuels. • Replace eligible vehicles and equipment with zero-emission alternatives. • Increase the use of renewable and zero-carbon electricity. • Improve energy efficiency in buildings and operations. • Achieve 100% zero-emission operations by 2041, where feasible.
3. Key Actions
Fleet & Equipment
• Replace aging gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment with electric or other zero-emission alternatives.
• Prioritize high-use and high-emission assets for early replacement. • Install charging infrastructure as required.
Facilities & Energy
• Reduce energy consumption through efficiency improvements. • Electrify fossil-fuel-powered building systems where practical. • Evaluate solar power, battery storage, and renewable electricity procurement.
Procurement
• Consider zero-emission options in all new vehicle and equipment purchases.
Attachment B
• Evaluate total cost of ownership, operational needs, emissions, and available incentives.
Workforce
• Provide employees with training on zero-emission technology, charging, operation, maintenance, and safety.
4. Implementation Timeline
Period Key Milestone
Year 1 Establish emissions baseline and identify priority assets Years 2–3 Begin zero-emission vehicle/equipment purchases and charging installation Years 4–5 Expand fleet and facility electrification
Years 6+ Complete remaining feasible conversions
Target Year Achieve 100% zero-emission operations
5. Performance Measures
Progress will be reviewed annually using:
• Total greenhouse-gas emissions
• Fossil-fuel consumption
• Electricity consumption
• Percentage of zero-emission vehicles/equipment
• Renewable electricity percentage
• Number of charging stations installed
• Annual transition costs and savings
6. Accountability
The City of La Puente will assign responsibility for implementing and monitoring this plan.
Progress will be documented annually, and the plan will be updated as technology, operational requirements, funding opportunities, and applicable regulations change.
7. Commitment
The City of La Puente recognizes that the transition to zero emissions will require phased investment, infrastructure improvements, employee training, and ongoing evaluation. The organization is committed to implementing this transition in a manner that maintains safety, reliability, operational effectiveness, and financial responsibility.
Approved By: __________________________
Title: _________________________________
Date: __________________________________