CITY OF MONTEBELLO
REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11, 2025 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
OPENING CEREMONIES
CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Melendez called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members present were Mayor Melendez, Mayor Pro Tem Tamayo, Councilmember Peralta, Councilmember Alonzo, and Councilmember Romero. City Clerk Jimenez and City Treasurer Matanga were also present.
City Attorney Noel Tapia, City Manager Raul Alvarez, Acting Assistant City Manager Angelica Palmeros, Senior Deputy City Clerk Kimberly Guillen, Deputy City Clerk Nelly Ochoa, and Department Directors Michael Solorza, Joseph Palombi, Ramon Figueroa, John Soria, David Sosnowski, Cesar Roldan, Fire Chief Pelaez, and Police Chief Lopez were present.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
City Attorney Tapia announced the Closed Session Items.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
At this time, the public may submit a speaker card to the City Clerk staff for Closed Session items, prior to the beginning of this statement. Speakers will be called in the order received. Please be aware that the maximum time allotted for members of the public to speak on Closed Session items shall not exceed three (3) minutes per person. State Law prohibits the City Council from taking action or entertaining extended discussion on a topic not listed on the agenda. Please show courtesy to others and direct all of your comments to the Mayor and City Council.
None.
CLOSED SESSION
The City Attorney shall provide a briefing on the item listed for Closed Session as follows:
Mayor Melendez recessed the meeting into Closed Session at 6:02 p.m. to consider the following Closed Session items:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
One claim of threatened litigation
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2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Negotiator: Raul Alvarez
Labor Groups: MFA, MFMA, MCEA, MMMA, MSA, MMPA, MEMA, SMART-TD
REGULAR SESSION - IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Mayor Melendez reconvened the meeting at 7:11 p.m.
All five members were present to discuss all Closed Session items. City Attorney Tapia provided the following report to City Council: Item No. 1, a briefing was provided to City Council, City Council provided direction, no action was taken, and nothing to further to report; Item No. 2, a briefing was provided to City Council, City Council provided direction, no action was taken and nothing further to report.
INVOCATION
Led by Father Fredric Abiera from St. Benedict Catholic Church.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by City Treasurer Matanga.
CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA - CITY MANAGER
City Manager Alvarez announced that Items Nos. 5 and 22 would be tabled and brought back at a future meeting.
CEREMONIAL ITEMS/PRESENTATIONS
3. PROCLAMATION FOR LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER, QUEER, INTERSEX (LGBTQI+)
PRIDE MONTH
Mayor Melendez presented the item.
4. PROCLAMATION FOR JUNETEENTH
Mayor Melendez presented the item.
5. PROCLAMATION FOR SCLERODERMA AWARENESS MONTH
This item was pulled by City Manager Alvarez.
6. FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 PROPOSED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) OVERVIEW Director of Public Works Cesar Roldan provided a presentation of the item. The presentation included a list of completed projects in Fiscal Year 2024-25 and upcoming projects for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
Councilmember Peralta thanked Director Roldan for the comprehensive presentation and looks forward to the various projects.
Councilmember Romero thanked Director Roldan for the presentation and stated that the information would be helpful to the residents.
Mayor Pro Tem Tamayo expressed appreciation for the facility improvements.
Councilmember Alonzo asked about the location of the Police Resource Center.
Mayor Melendez inquired about the EV charging stations, asking whether they would be accessible to the community. He also asked about the funding sources and whether there would be any fees associated with their use.
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Directors Roldan and Sosnowski provided clarification.
7. PARKS DIVISION PRESENTATION BY THE MONTEBELLO POLICE DEPARTMENT Police Chief Luis Lopez provided a presentation of the item. The presentation included information about the bureau, operations, goals, personnel, training, and deployment.
Councilmember Peralta asked whether the Parks Bureau would be wearing a different uniform.
Chief Lopez responded that the police officers will wear their standard uniforms, cadets will wear light blue polos, and community service officers will wear gray polos.
Mayor Pro Tem Tamayo thanked Chief Lopez for visiting the park and listening to residents' concerns in order to implement a program that would best address their needs.
Councilmember Romero suggested organizing events like 'Coffee with a Cop' specifically geared toward children, to help them feel comfortable and safe approaching police officers.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS (30 MINUTES)
At this time, the public may submit speaker card(s) to the City Clerk staff, for both agenda and non-agenda items, prior to the beginning of this statement; Public Hearing items do not require a speaker card.
The City Council will address non-agenda items during this section and speakers will be called in the order received. Those persons not accommodated during this 30-minute period will have an opportunity to speak under “Public Comments – Continued”, after all scheduled matters have been considered. Public Hearing, Regular Business and/or Consent Calendar items will be addressed at the time that matter of business is heard, in the order received.
Please be aware that the maximum time allotted for members of the public to speak shall not exceed three (3) minutes per speaker. State Law prohibits the City Council from taking action or entertaining extended discussion on a topic not listed on the agenda. Please show courtesy to others and direct all of your comments to the Mayor and City Council.
The City Clerk’s Office acknowledged twelve(12) members of the public wishing to address the City Council. Speakers were provided three minutes to address the City Council and said speaker cards are on file at the City Clerk’s office.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS ON ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
City Council addressed the ongoing immigration raids in Los Angeles County. They assured the residents that the City would not cooperate with the ICE Raids. City Manager Alvarez also addressed the ongoing events. Police Chief Lopez stated that the Police Department does not participate in federal immigration enforcement operations.
City Manager Alvarez invited the community to attend the upcoming Concerts at the Parks series, starting Wednesday, June 18th, at Montebello City Park.
PUBLIC HEARING
8. RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND RECYCLING CHARGES ANNUAL RATE ADJUSTMENT
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Conduct a Public Hearing and consider approving the attached Resolution No. 25-44 establishing the updated residential solid waste collection and recycling rate for Fiscal Year 2025-26 (Attachment A) per Agreement No. 4279 between the City of Montebello and Arakelian Enterprises (dba Athens Services); and,
2. Direct staff to forward the Resolution to the Los Angeles County Auditor-Controller to place the revised charges on the property tax rolls; and,
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
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Jeff Camera, MCA Consultant, provided a presentation of the item. The presentation included a timeline of events, background, and fiscal impacts.
Mayor Melendez opened the Public Hearing at 9:06 p.m.
The City Clerk’s Office acknowledged four(4) members of the public wishing to address the City Council. All speakers shared their concerns with Athens Services. Speakers were provided three minutes to address the City Council and said speaker cards are on file at the City Clerk’s office. The first speaker expressed concern about the difficulty of communicating with Athens. The second speaker voiced support for the services provided by Athens. The third speaker asked about the possibility of having a separate bin for sorting trash, and the final speaker inquired whether restaurant businesses are complying with the laws regarding waste separation.
MCA Consultant Camera addressed the residents' concerns regarding restaurant compliance with the law.
Mayor Melendez closed the Public Hearing at 9:15 p.m.
Councilmember Peralta thanked all residents who participated. She proposed an initiative to encourage residents to participate in recycling efforts.
Councilmember Peralta motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Tamayo, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
9. PRESENTATION OF STATUS OF VACANCIES AND RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION EFFORTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 3502.3
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing to present the status of vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts in accordance with Government Code section 3502.3; and
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Director of Human Resources Ramon Figueroa provided a presentation of the item. The presentation included an overview of AB 2561, a list of bargaining groups, the number of vacancies in the Montebello Management Professionals Association, recruitment, hiring process challenges, recruitment initiatives, and retention strategies.
Mayor Melendez opened the Public Hearing at 9:26 p.m.
Luis Schmidt, Business Agent from AFSCME, provided a presentation on behalf of the Montebello Management Professionals Association.
Zachary Humber spoke on behalf of the Montebello Fire Association.
Mayor Melendez closed the Public Hearing at 9:40 p.m.
Councilmember Peralta expressed appreciation to the speakers who participated.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Tamayo, to approve the item; the item was approved unanimously.
10. ADOPTION OF FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES (FHSZ) PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 51178
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Conduct a first reading and introduction of Ordinance No. 2480 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES,” accepting and implementing the updated California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Local Responsibility Area (LRA) maps for Montebello; and,
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
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Mayor Melendez opened the Public Hearing at 9:42 p.m.
There were no speakers.
Mayor Melendez closed the Public Hearing at 9:43 p.m.
Councilmember Peralta requested that the City Manager provide information about the potential fire station located on the northern side of the City, which is currently part of the Fire Hazard Area.
City Manager Alvarez provided information regarding the potential fire station and the plans to request additional funding to build the station.
Mayor Pro Tem Tamayo informed the residents that there is additional information on the City Website to determine if their property is in the area.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Romero, to approve the item; the item was approved unanimously.
REGULAR BUSINESS
11. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-43 APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 PROJECT LIST FOR SENATE BILL 1 “THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017” (SB1/RMRA) FUNDED PROJECTS
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 25-43 approving the Fiscal Year 2025-26 project list for Senate Bill 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 (SB1/RMRA) funded projects; and
2. Authorize staff to submit the resolution and project list to the California Transportation Commission (CTC); and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Tamayo announced a potential conflict of interest and stated that she would recuse herself and step out.
City Manager Alvarez provided a brief summary of the item.
Councilmember Peralta inquired about the timeline for completing the street repaving project outlined in the staff report.
Director Roldan and City Manager Alvarez explained that the project will take some time to complete. They asked both the Council and residents for their continued patience as efforts to move the project forward remain ongoing.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed by the following vote:
MOVED: Alonzo SECONDED: Peralta APPROVED: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Peralta, Alonzo, Romero, Melendez
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Tamayo
12. ACCEPTANCE OF THE RIO HONDO ACCESS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (LANDSCAPE) (C.P. 924) –
NOTICE OF COMPLETION
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Accept the Rio Hondo Access Improvement Project (Landscape) (C.P. 924) as completed by Voltaire Engineering, Inc.; and,
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2. Approve the final contract amount with Voltaire Engineering, Inc. for the Project in the amount of $466,827, inclusive of all change orders; and,
3. Approve the Final Total Project Budget (Attachment A); and,
4. Authorize the City Clerk to execute, verify and file the Notice of Completion (Attachment B) with the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder; and,
5. Authorize the release of the retention payment of $23,341 due to Voltaire Engineering, Inc. following the mandatory waiting period from the date the Notice of Completion is recorded; and,
6. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Romero motioned, seconded by Councilmember Alonzo, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
13. APPROVE AGREEMENT NO. 4302 WITH THE SAN GABRIEL VALLEY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (SGVCOG) ALLOWING THE CITY TO ASSUME MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OF THE "OPERATION STAY SAFE" AGREEMENT WITH LA CADA
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute Agreement No. 4302 with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) to assume management and administration of the "Operation Stay Safe" agreement with LA CADA; and
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Peralta motioned, seconded by Councilmember Alonzo, to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine. Any items a member wishes to discuss, including any items the public submitted speaker cards for, should be designated at this time. All other items may be approved in a single motion. Such approval will also waive the reading of any Ordinance.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve all items, except Item No. 22; the motion passed unanimously.
14. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. 3996 WITH COASTAL
OCCUPATIONAL MEDICAL GROUP (DBA AKESO OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH) FOR PRE-EMPLOYMENT, DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING, RETURN-TO-WORK EVALUATIONS, AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement No. 3996 with Coastal Occupational Medical Group (DBA Akeso Occupational Health); and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment, extending the term of the agreement to June 30, 2026; and,
3. Increase the total not-to-exceed amount of the Agreement by $50,000 (to $75,000) for one additional year (Fiscal Year 2025-26); and
4. Increase the not-to-exceed amount by $47,000 for Fiscal Year 2024-25 to process existing invoices for current services; and
5. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
15. AWARD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. 4309 WITH LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE (LCW)
FOR CITYWIDE LEGAL SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award Professional Services Agreement No. 4309 with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore (LCW) to provide legal services in labor and employment matters for an initial three (3) year term in an amount not-to exceed $150,000; and
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2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement; and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
16. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO.1 TO AGREEMENT NO. 4085 WITH BLACK AND WHITE EMERGENCY
VEHICLES, LLC FOR CITY VEHICLE UPFITTING SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement No. 4085 with Black and White Emergency Vehicles, LLC for a two-year extension to provide vehicle unfitting services through June 30, 2027; and,
2. Confirm the not-to-exceed amount of $200,000 annually, for Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27 with the option for the City Manager to authorize an increase of up to $50,000 annually if needed; and,
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment; and,
4. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
17. AUTHORIZATION TO ADOPT PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE DOWNTOWN SEWER REPLACEMENT PROJECT (CP 919) AND AUTHORIZE BID ADVERTISEMENT
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt construction plans and specifications for CP No. 919 Downtown Sewer Replacement (Project); and
2. Approve Environmental Assessment pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines §15282(k) (Other Statutory Exemptions). This exemption allows for installation of new pipeline or maintenance, repair, restoration, removal, or demolition of an existing pipeline as set forth in Section 21080.21 of the Public Resources Code; and
3. Authorize staff to proceed with bid advertisement for construction; and
4. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
18. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-42 ADOPTING THE 2025 SANITARY SEWER MANAGEMENT PLAN AND
AUTHORIZING THE RE-CERTIFICATION WITH THE STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD (SWRCB)
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Resolution No. 25-42 adopting the 2025 Sewer System Management Plan; and
2. Authorize the Director of Public Works to re-certify the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Management Plan with the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB); and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
19. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. 3999 WITH MARK THOMAS FOR ON-CALL
ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 3999 between the City of Montebello and Mark Thomas for a One (1) Year Extension; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Amendment on behalf of the City; and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
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Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
20. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. 4000 WITH H.W. LOCHNER, INC. FOR ON-CALL
ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 4000 between the City of Montebello and H.W. Lochner, Inc., formerly known as KOA Corporation, for a One (1) Year Extension; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Amendment on behalf of the City; and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
21. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. 3861 WITH GRAPHIC ELECTRIC
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 3861 between the City of Montebello and Graphic Electric for a One (1) Year Extension; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Amendment on behalf of the City; and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
22. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO.2 TO AGREEMENT NO. 3871 WITH JAIRO’S PLUMBING INC. TO PROVIDE
CITYWIDE AS-NEEDED PLUMBING SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 3871 between the City of Montebello and Jairo’s Plumbing Inc. for a One (1) Year Extension to provide citywide as-needed plumbing services; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Amendment on behalf of the City;
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
City Manager Alvarez pulled this item.
23. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-39 APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) BETWEEN
THE CITY OF MONTEBELLO AND THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (LACMTA) FOR THE MEASURE R – 20% BUS OPERATION PROGRAM
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 25-39 approving a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Montebello and the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) to continue Montebello Bus Lines’ (MBL) participation in the Measure R – 20% Bus Operation Program (BOP) effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2035; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the MOU on the City’s behalf; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
24. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. 4105 WITH KAT CONSULTING SERVICES LLC, TO
PROVIDE FEDERAL GRANT WRITING AND CONSULTING SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
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1. Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 4105 with KAT Consulting Services LLC (KAT Consulting), for an additional one-year (1-year) term and increase the total not-to-exceed amount from $49,900 to $69,400, to provide federal grant writing and consulting services for Montebello Bus Lines’ (MBL); and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 on behalf of the City of Montebello (City); and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
25. APPROVE ISSUING REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS, NO. 25-11 FOR METROLINK RAIL FEEDER SHUTTLE
SERVICE
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve issuing Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 25- 11 (RFP No. 25-11) for Metrolink Rail Feeder Shuttle Service; and
2. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
26. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. 3980 WITH PUN GROUP, LLP FOR FINANCIAL AUDIT
SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 3980 with The Pun Group, LLP; and,
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment, extending the term of the agreement to June 30, 2027; and,
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
27. APPROVE AGREEMENT NO. 4338 WITH THE GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES (CAL OES) FOR TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT OF VEHICULAR EQUIPMENT – WATER TENDER WT-11
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Agreement No. 4338 with the Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents to complete the temporary assignment of Water Tender WT-11 to the City's Fire Department; and
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
28. APPROVE AGREEMENT NO. 4347 BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES AND THE CITY OF MONTEBELLO TO ACCEPT FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 MEASURE A HOMELESS FUNDING
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute Agreement No. 4347 (Los Angeles County Agreement HI-2025- 009) with the County of Los Angeles’ Chief Executive Office (CEO) to accept Measure A funding in the amount of $617,727 for Fiscal Year 2025-26; and,
2. Amend the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget by increasing appropriations by $617,800 in Account No. 261- 85-867-6040.10 (Measure A - LA County Homeless, Fire, Measure A - LA County Homeless, Other Contract Services [expenditures]), and $617,800 in Account No. 261-99-4198.28 (Measure A - LA County Homeless, Miscellaneious Grants - Measure A - LA County Homeless [revenue]); and,
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
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Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
29. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: APRIL 9, 2025, CITY COUNCIL MEETING
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve said Minutes as is.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
30. PAYMENT OF BILLS: ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-41 APPROVING THE CITY WARRANT REGISTER OF DEMANDS DATED JUNE 11, 2025
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 25-41 approving the Warrant Register dated June 11, 2025.
Councilmember Alonzo motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - CONTINUED
AB 1234 TRAVEL REPORTS
Members will provide a brief report on meetings attended at the expense of the local agency as required by Government Code Section 53232.3(d).
None.
COUNCIL/AGENCY ORALS
Announcements and requests for future agenda items.
• Ric Alonzo, Councilmember
1. A reaffirmation of lawful governance, the structural defense of dignity and the elimination of civic dysfunction through principled leadership.
• Danielle Romero, Councilmember
• Georgina Tamayo, Mayor Pro Tem
• Scarlet Peralta, Councilmember
• Salvador Melendez, Mayor
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CLOSED SESSION - CONTINUED
ADJOURNMENT
The City of Montebello will adjourn to the next Regular Meeting on June 25, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., which can be live- streamed at https://www.montebelloca.gov (Click on Live Stream).
I, Kimberly Guillen, Senior Deputy City Clerk for the City of Montebello, hereby certify that a copy of this agenda has been posted on or before Sunday, June 8, 2025, no later than 6:00 p.m.
Kimberly Guillen, Senior Deputy City Clerk
Councilmember Peralta adjourned in memory of Albert Fred Serradell.
Mayor Melendez adjourned the meeting at 10:08 p.m.
THE MINUTES OF JUNE 11, 2025, ARE HEREBY APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON THIS 13TH DAY OF AUGUST 2025.
EXHIBIT - CITY OF MONTEBELLO FORECASTED AGENDA
Please note, the attached exhibit is a draft version that is to be used for reference purposes only; agenda items, information, and dates are subject to change. The exhibit will be placed at the end of the Agenda Packet.
• CITY OF MONTEBELLO FORECASTED AGENDA