SPEC
IAL MEETING
Monterey Park City Hall Council Chambers
320 W. Newmark Avenue, Monterey Park, CA 91754
Tuesday
June 6, 2023
6:00 p.m.
G
ENERAL INFORMATION
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The
Special Meeting will not be televised on the city’s cable channel MPKTV (AT&T U -verse, channel 99 or Charter Communications, channel 182) or on the city’s website at http://www.montereypark.ca.gov/133/City-Council-Meeting-Videos.
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UBLIC PARTICIPATION
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er the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please call City Hall at (626) 307-1359 for reasonable accommodation at least 4 hours before a meeting. Council Chambers are wheelchair accessible.
CALL TO ORDER Mayor
ROLL CALL Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Yvonne Yiu
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the City of Monterey Park is to provide excellent services to enhance the quality of life for our entire community.
CITY COUNCIL OF MONTEREY PARK
THE CITY COUNCIL ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE
FORMER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, THE HOUSING AUTHORITY, THE MONTEREY
PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY AND THE MONTEREY PARK GEOLOGIC HAZARD
ABATEMENT DISTRICT AGENDA
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We would like to acknowledge that the land we inhabit today was once known as Tovangaar, the home of the Gabrieleño-Tongva people. We show our respect to the Gabrieleño-Tongva people, as well as all Indigenous people, past, present, and future, and honor their labor as original caretakers of this land. We commit to uplifting the Gabrieleño-Tongva people, invite you to acknowledge the history, and join us in caring for this land.
Monterey Park City Council Special Meeting Agenda, June 6, 2023 - Page 2
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS:
While all comments are welcome, the Brown Act does not allow the City Council to take action on any item not on the agenda. The Council may briefly respond to comments after Public Communications is closed. Persons may, in addition to any other matter within the City Council's subject-matter jurisdiction, comment on Agenda Items at this time. If you provide public comment on a specific Agenda item at this time, however, you cannot later provide comments at the time the Agenda Item is considered.
The City Council will recess to Closed Session following public comment and the Open Session items if any. Public participation is not allowed during Closed Session.
[1.] NEW BUSINESS
1. APPOINTMENTS TO THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
(1) Appointing one individual to fill the vacancy on the Library Board of Trustees; and (2) Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
ADJOURN
City Council Staff Report
DAT
E: June 6, 2023
AGENDA ITEM NO: 1
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Diana Garcia, City Librarian
SUBJECT: Appointment to the Library Board of Trustees
RECOMMENDATION:
It is
recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Appointing one individual to fill a vacancy on the Library Board of Trustees; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The second term of L i brary Tr ustee Andy Yam will end on June 30, 2023, r esulting in a vacancy on the Library Board of Trustees. The upcoming vacancy was advertised and the City
Clerk's office has received six applications from residents interested in serving on the Library
Board of Trustees: Patrick Chiu, Ricky Choi, Veronica Ciafone, K atherine C.
Guevara, Janine Lui and Abe Porras. The City Council is asked to appoint one individual to fill the upcoming vacancy for the term beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2026.
BACKGROUND:
The Library Board of Trustees is a board established pursuant to the California Education Code and Monterey Park Muni cipal Code (“MPMC”). MPMC C hapter 2.80 regulates the Library Board (in addition to applicable California law). The Library B oard of Trustees is r
esponsible for administering the Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library. The Library Board of Trustees also administers all library trust funds received by gift, bequest or devise.
Education Code § 18910 provides that:
“[
t]he public library shall be managed by a board of library trustees, consisting of five members, to be appointed by the mayor … with the consent of the legislative body of the municipality.”
This
is reflected in MPMC § 2.80.020 which provides that:
“[
t]here is created and established a board of library trustees consisting of five members appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council.”
Pursuant to Education Code § 18911, the term of office for a trustee is three years. No person may serve more than two consecutive terms as a member of the board.
FISCAL
IMPACT:
None.
Respectfully submitted by:
Diana Garcia
City Librarian
Approved by: Reviewed by:
Ron Bow
City Manager
Karl H. Berger
City Attorney
ATTACHM
ENT:
1. Applications
Staff Report
June 6, 2023
ATTACHMENT 1
Applications
Staff Report
June 6, 2023
Application for City Commissions/Boards/Committees
Application for City Commissions/Boards/Committees
The Monterey Park City Council seeks citizens to serve on duly constituted Boards, Commissions, and Committees to assist and advise City Council on specific assigned matters. No citizen may serve on more than one standing Board, Commission, or Committee at one time. Applications will be kept on file for one (1) year from the date received. For certain boards, annual residency verification is required in accordance to MPMC 2.82. This is a public document and is subject to disclosure. Please direct questions to the City Clerk's office at [email protected].
First Name Patrick
Last Name Chiu
Home Address: 1962 Lupine Ave
City Monterey Park
Zip 91755
Phone Number 626-673-1391
Email Address [email protected]
If you are a resident of the
City, how long have you
resided in Monterey Park?
22 years
Occupation: Engineer
Business Name: If Applicable
Business Address: If Applicable
Business Zip Code: If Applicable
Business Phone Number: If Applicable
Commission/Committee or
Board on which you want to
serve (You may select more
than one):
Library Board of Trustees
Have you ever been
convicted of a felony?
No
Prior Community
Involvement/Activities:
Head coach and assistant coach in the Monterey Park
Mustangs (10+ years), member of the Monterey Park Karate Club (8+ years).
Provide a brief review of
your background,
qualifications, education
and your interest in serving
the City:
I have been a resident of Monterey Park since 2001 and am raising a family of 4 in this city. My children continue to actively use Bruggemeyer Library, and my wife and I have been
patrons of the library for over 30 years. I was born and raised in neighboring Montebello, and God willing, hope to retire in Monterey Park in the same home that I currently live in. I have an active interest in seeing the City of Monterey Park thrive. My educational background is in engineering. I have never served in a city function and am interested in participating.
List Two References Below
First Reference Name: Timothy Kwan
Reference Phone Number: 909-287-9948
Reference Email Address: [email protected]
Reference Address: Field not completed.
2nd Reference Name: Lawton Chiu
Reference Phone Number: 626-823-1544
Reference Email Address: [email protected]
Reference Address: Field not completed.
I declare under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California, that all statements contained in this application and any accompanying documents is true and correct, with full knowledge that all statements made in this application are subject to investigation and that any false or dishonest answer to any question may be grounds for denial or subsequent revocation of commission. I further acknowledge that information contained in this application is a public record and may be subject to disclosure and I may be required to file a Statement of Economic Interests Form (Form 700).
Signature Patrick Chiu
Date 04/21/23
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CITY OF MONTEREY PARK
320 West Newmark Ave.
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 307-1 362
www.montereypark.ca.qov CITY CLERX OFFICT
Applicationforcivicservice 2l?3 l{AY -8 A * 35
City Commissions/Boards/Gommittees ClTy 0F HEHTET{Iy pARK The Monterey Park City Council seeks citizens to serve on duly constituted Boards, Commissions, and Committees to assist and advise City Council on specific assigned matters. No citizen may serve on more than one standing Board, Commission, or Committee at one time. Applications will be kept on file for one (1) year from the date received. For certain boards, annual residency verification is required in accordance to MPMC 2.82. This is a public document and is subject to disclosure. Please return completed application and proof of residency (if required) to the City Clerk's office by mail or email at [email protected]. Upon appointment, commissioner will be required to take and pass a live scan.
Name Ricky Choi
Commission/Committee or Board on which you want to serve (You may list more than one) 1) Library Board of Trustees 3)
2) 4)
HorneAddress 1824 Fernbank Ave. City Monterey Park
Zip Gode 917 54 lf resident of the Gity of Monterey Park, how long? 1 0 yeafS E-Mair Address fChOi.mpk mail.com rerephone (626) 688-1010 occupation Director of Government and Community Relations Business Name San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments Business Address 1333 S. Mayflower Avenue, Suite 360, Monrovia, CA Zip code 91 01 6 rerephone (626) 457 -1800
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? Yes I No E
lf so, please state the nature of offense, state and disposition on a separate sheet of paper. Convictions will not necessarily result in automatic disqualification, however, failure to give complete and accurate information may be grounds for rejection and/or removal from office.
Prior Commu nity lnvolvement/Activities
Montery Park Planning Commission (201 3-Present)
Monterey Park Neighborhood Watch
Monterey Park Community Healing Fund Advisory Committee 1
CITY OF MONTEREY PARK-Application for Civic Service
City Commissions/Boards/Gommittees
Name Ricky Choi
Provide a brief review of your background, qualifications, education and your interest in serving the City As a Planning Commissioner since 2013 and a public affairs professional with extensive experience in government and stakeholder engagement, I have firsthand knowledge and expertise in helping guide Monterey Park in its growth and development, and building a stronger and befter connected community. Active in civic and community affairs, I have served on the Board of Directors of numerous nonprofit organizations and cunently serve as President of the Asian Youth Center. As a patron and supporter of the Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library and its children's programs, I want to continue using my experience to give back and help advance all aspects of literacy in the Monterey Park community.
References: List two.
Name Theresa Amador
Address 301 De La Fuente St., Monterey Park, CA 91754
rerephone (323) 497'9472
Name Alexander Fung
Address 1954 Fulton Ave., Monterey Park, CA 91755
rerephone (626) 463-8439
I declare under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of Califomia, that all statements contained in this application and any accompanying documents is true and correct, with fullknowledge that all statements made in this application are subject to investigation and that any false or dishonest answer to any question may be grounds for denial or subsequent revocation of commission. lfurther acknowledge that information contained in this application is a public record and may be subject to disclosure and I to file a Statement of Economic lnterests Form (Form 700).
Signature Date 51812023
For office use only
I certified that proof of residency was verified in accordance to MPMC 2.82. I declare under penalty of perjury that the forgoing is true and
Proof of residency:
Government lssued lD
Utility Bill n
Voter Registration !
Signature
2 Date 5 & zb
1 Application for Civic Service
City Commissions/Boards/Committees
The Monterey Park City Council seeks citizens to serve on duly constituted Boards, Commissions, and Committees to assist and advise City Council on specific assigned matters. No citizen may serve on more than one standing Board, Commission, or Committee at one time. Applications will be kept on file for one (1) year from the date received. For certain boards, annual residency verification is required in accordance to MPMC 2.82. This is a public document and is subject to disclosure. Please return completed application and proof of residency (if required) to the City Clerk's office by mail or email at [email protected]. Upon appointment, commissioner will be required to take and pass a live scan.
Name
Commission/Committee or Board on which you want to serve (You may list more than one) 1) 3)
2) 4)
Home Address City
Zip Code If resident of the City of Monterey Park, how long?
E-Mail Address Telephone
Occupation
Business Name
Business Address
Zip Code Telephone
Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
Yes No
If so, please state the nature of offense, state and disposition on a separate sheet of paper. Convictions will not necessarily result in automatic disqualification, however, failure to give complete and accurate information may be grounds for rejection and/or removal from office.
Prior Community Involvement/Activities
CITY OF MONTEREY PARK
320 West Newmark Ave.
Monterey Park, CA 91754
(626) 307-1362
www.montereypark.ca.gov
CITY OF MONTEREY PARK – Application for Civic Service
City Commissions/Boards/Committees
2 Name
Provide a brief review of your background, qualifications, education and your interest in serving the City References: List two.
Name
Address
Telephone
Name
Address
Telephone
I
declare under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California, that all statements contained in this application and any accompanying documents is true and correct, with full knowledge that all statements made in this application are subject to investigation and that any false or dishonest answer to any question may be grounds for denial or subsequent revocation of commission.
I further acknowledge that information contained in this application is a public record and may be subject to disclosure and I may be required to file a Statement of Economic Interests Form (Form 700).
Signature Dat e
For office use only
I certified that proof of residency was verified in accordance to MPMC 2.82 . I declare under penalty of perjury that the forgoing is true and correct.
Proof of residency: Name:_______________________________________________________________ Government Issued ID Other
Utility Bill
Voter Registration
Signature Dat e
Veronica Ciafono
X
3/21/2023
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Application for City Commissions/Boards/Committees
The Monterey Park City Council seeks citizens to serve on duly constituted Boards, Commissions, and Committees to assist and advise City Council on specific assigned matters. No citizen may serve on more than one standing Board, Commission, or Committee at one time.
Applications will be kept on file for one (1) year from the date received. For certain boards, annual residency verification is required in accordance to MPMC 2.82. This is a public document and is subject to disclosure. Please direct questions to the City Clerk's office at [email protected].
First Name*
Katherine
Last Name*
Guevarra
Home Address:*
365 E. Riggin St
City*
Monterey Park
Zip*
91755
Phone Number*
3234851443
Email Address*
[email protected]
If you are a resident of the City, how long have you resided in Monterey Park?
30 Occupation:*
Program Administrator
Business Name:
University of Southern California
Business Address:
If Applicable
Business Zip Code:
90089
Business Phone Number:
213-821-4698
Commission on Aging
Business Improvement District Advisory Committee
Community Participation Commission
Design Review Board
Economic Development Advisory Commission
Environmental Commission
Library Board of Trustees
Personnel Board
Planning Commission
Recreation & Parks Commission
Sister Cities Commission
Traffic Commission
Commission/Committee or Board on which you want to serve (You may select more than one):* Yes
No
Have you ever been convicted of a felony?*
If yes, please state the nature of offense, state and disposition on a separate sheet of paper. Convictions will not necessarily result in automatic disqualification, however, failure to give complete and accurate information may be grounds for rejection and/or removal from office.
Application for City Commissions/Boards/Committees - Submission #1962 Date Submitted: 4/20/2023
Prior Community Involvement/Activities:*
Co-Chair, USC Asian Pacific Islander Faculty Staff Association (May 2021-August 2023); Bella Vista Elementary Parent Teacher Association (2022 - present); KCRW pledge taker (2013-201); Dance Camera West volunteer (2013-2015) Provide a brief review of your background, qualifications, education and your interest in serving the City:* I have been going to the library since I was a child and now enjoy taking my child to the library. The staff has taken great care to be good stewards of the space, as well as good stewards of the community overall. That really provides a strong motivation to want to be a part of heralding and supporting their vision.
I believe I am uniquely qualified to serve on the Library's board of trustees, having professional experience in a cross-section of higher education, public administration, and cultural institutions. I am in the process of completing my Master in Public Administration from the University of Southern California at the end of December 2023 where I've taken coursework in areas such as nonprofit management, finance and economics, behavioral science, and collaborative governance. Serving as a higher education administrative professional with over 15 years of experience, I work in several different areas such as program management, student affairs, curriculum development, and events management. My art history undergraduate degree and eye for detail has been as asset, having been the lead coordinator for several art performances and public talks as a part of USC Roski School of Art and Design, so I am aware of the various levels of curation and coordination necessary to engage various audiences.
I would love to be able to use my skills in these areas to help give back to my community, as well as get better involved in serving my city. As someone that has worked in nonprofits and is working on my MPA, the idea of public services and giving back is deeply ingrained in my character. I am at a point in my career and life where I would like to seriously consider committing to serving the community for this period.
Thank you for your consideration.
List Two References Below
First Reference Name:*
Bertha Arce
Reference Phone Number:*
213-740-8135
Reference Email Address:*
[email protected]
Reference Address:
2nd Reference Name:*
Natania Meeker
Reference Phone Number:*
323-665-2481
Reference Email Address:*
[email protected]
Reference Address:
I declare under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California, that all statements contained in this application and any accompanying documents is true and correct, with full knowledge that all statements made in this application are subject to investigation and that any false or dishonest answer to any question may be grounds for denial or subsequent revocation of commission. I further acknowledge that information contained in this application is a public record and may be subject to disclosure and I may be required to file a Statement of Economic Interests Form (Form 700).
Signature*
Katherine C Guevarra
Date*
04/20/2023
Government Issued ID
Utility Bill
Voter Registration
Other
Proof of Residency: Reviewed By:
C Trang
Date Reviewed:
4/24/2023
Application for City Commissions/Boards/Committees
Application for City Commissions/Boards/Committees
The Monterey Park City Council seeks citizens to serve on duly constituted Boards, Commissions, and Committees to assist and advise City Council on specific assigned matters. No citizen may serve on more than one standing Board, Commission, or Committee at one time. Applications will be kept on file for one (1) year from the date received. For certain boards, annual residency verification is required in accordance to MPMC 2.82. This is a public document and is subject to disclosure. Please direct questions to the City Clerk's office at [email protected].
First Name Janine
Last Name Lui
Home Address: 2335 Roscommon Ave
City Monterey Park
Zip 91754
Phone Number 6268634756
Email Address [email protected]
If you are a resident of the
City, how long have you
resided in Monterey Park?
25 Occupation: Senior Director of Finance
Business Name: Optimist Youth Homes and Family Services Business Address: 6957 N. Figueroa
Business Zip Code: 90042
Business Phone Number: If Applicable
Commission/Committee or
Board on which you want to
serve (You may select more
than one):
Business Improvement District Advisory Committee,
Community Participation Commission, Library Board of
Trustees, Planning Commission, Sister Cities Commission
Have you ever been
convicted of a felony?
No
Prior Community
Involvement/Activities:
I am a member of the Big Brother Big Sister program.
Provide a brief review of
your background,
qualifications, education
and your interest in serving
the City:
I have been a resident of Monterey Park for about 25 years. I am personally interested in joining the Library Board of Trustees but am open to serving other committees as well.
I am a finance professional graduating from UCSD with a bachelor's degree in economics.
I have an extensive work history in non-profits that I think would be beneficial to the committee. I currently work as the Senior Director of Finance for a local non-profit named Optimist Youth Homes and Family Services. I have previously worked at other agencies such as Children's Institute, UCLA, and City of LA. I believe my work history reflects my passion in giving back to the community and leaving the world better than I found it. I think my financial background in non-profits can be a strong resource for the committee if I am selected.
I have been a patron of the library since I was in second grade.
As a child of an immigrant family, the library has always been a valuable resource for me. I spent most of my childhood at Bruggemeyer Library. From borrowing books, reading
programs, to tutoring, to community events, the library has had such an important role in my life, and I will always have such fond memories of it. I would like to take this opportunity to contribute back to the library.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future.
List Two References Below
First Reference Name: Todd Sosna
Reference Phone Number: 805-452-1010
Reference Email Address: [email protected]
Reference Address: Field not completed.
2nd Reference Name: Steven Choi
Reference Phone Number: 626-500-5100
Reference Email Address: [email protected]
Reference Address: Field not completed.
I declare under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California, that all statements contained in this application and any accompanying documents is true and correct, with full knowledge that all statements made in this application are subject to investigation and that any false or dishonest answer to any question may be grounds for denial or subsequent revocation of commission. I further acknowledge that information contained in this application is a public record and may be subject to disclosure and I may be required to file a Statement of Economic Interests Form (Form 700).
Signature Janine Lui
Date 5/1/2023
Application for City Commissions/Boards/Committees
Application for City Commissions/Boards/Committees
The Monterey Park City Council seeks citizens to serve on duly constituted Boards, Commissions, and Committees to assist and advise City Council on specific assigned matters. No citizen may serve on more than one standing Board, Commission, or Committee at one time. Applications will be kept on file for one (1) year from the date received. For certain boards, annual residency verification is required in accordance to MPMC 2.82. This is a public document and is subject to disclosure. Please direct questions to the City Clerk's office at [email protected].
First Name Abe
Last Name Porras
Home Address: 1530 Dorner Drive
City Monterey Park
Zip 91754
Phone Number 626-628-4413
Email Address [email protected]
If you are a resident of the
City, how long have you
resided in Monterey Park?
49 years
Occupation: Regional Director HR/Talent Acquisition
Business Name: Alta Hospitals
Business Address: Southern California
Business Zip Code: If Applicable
Business Phone Number: If Applicable
Commission/Committee or
Board on which you want to
serve (You may select more
than one):
Library Board of Trustees, Personnel Board
Have you ever been
convicted of a felony?
No
Prior Community
Involvement/Activities:
Board President SCAHCR 2006-2015
Board President HHRMAC 2015-2018
Board President HHRC Foundation 2019-2023
Provide a brief review of
your background,
qualifications, education
and your interest in serving
the City:
HR professional for over 20 years in the healthcare industry.
Public speaker in the past regarding Talent Acquisition and sat on panels and presented to college students. MBA, working while attending school. I have lived in Monterey Park my whole life and love my community. I want to serve in the best interests of the community. My background in HR, my prior board
experience, and education will help me serve the community well.
List Two References Below
First Reference Name: Paul Martin
Reference Phone Number: 213-618-0875
Reference Email Address: [email protected]
Reference Address: Unknown Los Angeles
2nd Reference Name: George Vukazich
Reference Phone Number: 626-664-4017
Reference Email Address: [email protected]
Reference Address: Unknown Los Angeles
I declare under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California, that all statements contained in this application and any accompanying documents is true and correct, with full knowledge that all statements made in this application are subject to investigation and that any false or dishonest answer to any question may be grounds for denial or subsequent revocation of commission. I further acknowledge that information contained in this application is a public record and may be subject to disclosure and I may be required to file a Statement of Economic Interests Form (Form 700).
Signature Abram Porras
Date 4/24/23
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