City of Monterey Park
Sustainability Plan – Implementation Program
37 Table 15 Strategy 4. Equitably Distribute Costs and Benefits of Climate Action ID # Action Time Frame Lead Department Pillar
City Cost
Tier City Cost Variables
Community
Cost Tier
Community Cost
Variables
E4-1 Invest in and prioritize climate action implementation for historically disadvantaged communities, including those that are cost burdened renters.
KPI: Amount of funding spent or allocated directly towards climate action implementation for disadvantaged communities Sustainability Plan Policy: Consider investing in and prioritizing climate action implementation for historically underinvested communities.
E4-1a Continue prioritizing grant opportunities that provide early funding opportunities for climate action initiatives including weatherization, electrification, EV’s, and resilience for members of disadvantaged communities and cost burdened households.
Ongoing Community
Development
Structural Change Moderate Staff �me to apply for grants, develop an equity
investment program (low)
Staff �me and resources
review incen�ves and
rebates for procedural equity
(low)
Cost to host annual
workshops (low)
No-cost Greater access to
community resources
for disadvantaged and
cost-burdened
households (no-cost)
E4-1b Identify equitably designed climate action programs to prioritize for funding and support. Short Community Development
Feasibility
E4-1c Dedicate staff time to track and apply for grants from California Climate Investments and other grants designated for disadvantaged communities.
Short City Manager’s
Office
Funding
E4-1d Develop an equity investment program with local private partners, including local utilities and local employers, to secure local match funding for grants for disadvantaged communities.
Short Community
Development
Partnership
E4-1e Review City and partner (e.g., CPA) incentives and rebates for procedural equity, and evaluate opportunities to improve funding mechanisms to increase disadvantaged communities’ and cost burdened households’ access to them.
Mid City Manager’s
Office
Funding
E4-1f Host annual workshops on investing in Monterey Park’s disadvantaged communities and cost burdened households.
Through the workshop, convene local investors and community-based organizations implementing equitably designed climate action to connect actors to funders, and share best practices and lessons learned.
Mid Community
Development
Education
Staff Report
April 17, 2024
ATTACHMENT 3
Notice of Exemption
Notice of Exemption Fro m: City of Monterey Park Planning 320 W. Newmark Avenue
To: M
onterey Park, CA 91754
☐ Office of Planning and Research
1400 T
enth Street, Room 121
Sacramento, CA 95814
☐ Los Angeles, County Clerk
En
vironmental Filings
12400 Imperial Highway #1201
Norwalk, CA 90650
Attn: Business Filings and Registration
Pro
ject Title: City of Monterey Park Sustainability Plan
Project Location - Specific: City Wide
Project Location - City: Monterey Park
Project Location - County: Los Angeles
Description of Project:
The Sustainability Plan is a continuation of the City's efforts to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and outlines emissions reduction strategies and policies for the City to implement. These actions aim to lead the community towards a path of reduced GHG emissions, prioritizing equity and resilience.
Nam
e of Public Agency Approving Project: City of Monterey Park Name of Person or Agency Carrying Out Project: City of Monterey Park Ex
empt Status: (check one)
☐ Ministerial (Sec. 21080(b)(1); 15268);
☐ Declared Emergency (Sec. 21080(b)(3); 15269(a));
☐ Emergency Project (Sec. 21080(b)(4); 15269(b)(c));
☒ Categorical Exemption. State type and section number: §§ 15060(c)(2), 15061(b)(3), 15308, 15378 ☐ Statutory Exemptions. State code number:
Reasons why project is exempt:
The City reviewed the environmental impacts of the proposed Resolution 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 s
eq., the “CEQA Guidelines”). CEQA Guidelines §§ 15060(c)(2), 15061(b)(3), 15378, and 15308 exempt activities that will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, activities where there is possibility that it may have a significant effect on the environment, activities that do not constitute a “project” as defined, and actions to prot
ect the environment, respectively. This activity is for general policies a nd procedure- making intended to promote environmental s ustainability and protect t he environment. A ny s ubsequent c onstruction or de velopment w ill be evaluated separately under the CEQA Guidelines. Accordingly, this Resolution is exempt from further review.
Lead Ag
ency Contact Person: Jessica Serrano Telephone (626) 307-1463 If f
iled by applicant:
1. Att
ach certified document of exemption finding.
2. Has a notice of exemption been filed by the public agency approving the project? ☒ Yes ☐ No Sig
nature: _________________________________ Date: Title:
☐ Signed by Lead Agency Date received for filing at OPR :
☐ Signed by Applicant
Community Development Director4/17/2024
City Council Staff Report
TO:
FROM:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council
SUBJECT: Minutes
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Approving the minutes from the regular meetings of January 17, 2024, February 7, 2024 and February 21, 2024 and the special meetings of January 17, 2024, February 3, 2024, February 7, 2024, and February 20,2024; ; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
None.
BACKGROUND:
None.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
R
espectful
ly
submitted,
Prepared by:
Maychelle Yee
City Clerk
Helena Cho
Assistant Deputy City Clerk
Approved By:
Inez Alvarez
City Manager
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Draft Minutes
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk
DATE: April 17, 2024
AGENDA ITEM NO:
Consent Calendar - 3A
Staff Report
April 17, 2024
ATTACHMENT 1
Draft Minutes
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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
MINUTES
MONTEREY PARK CITY COUNCIL
FINANCING AUTHORITY (MPFA)
HOUSING AUTHORITY (MPHA)
GEOLOGIC HAZARD ABATEMENT DISTRICT (GHAD)
SUCCESSOR AGENCY (SA)
SPECIAL MEETING
JANUARY 17, 2024
The City Council, the Financing Authority (MPFA), the Housing Authority (MPHA), the Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD), and the Successor Agency (SA) of the City of Monterey Park held a Special Meeting of the Council in Room 266, Second Floor of City Hall located at 320 West Newmark Avenue in the City of Monterey Park, Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Sanchez called the meeting to order at 5:37 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
City Manager Inez Alvarez called the roll:
Council Members Present: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez , Thomas Wong, Yvonne Yiu
Council Members Absent: None
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Inez Alvarez, City Attorney Karl Berger, Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS: None.
1. CLOSED SESSION
The City Council adjourned to Closed Session at 5:37 p.m.
1-A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION - GOVERNMENT CODE § 54956.9(d)(1)
Renyong Dong v. City of Monterey Park, et al., LASC case no. 23AHCV01201
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1-B. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS, PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE § 54957.6
City Negotiators: Steve Berliner (not present) and Christine Tomikawa Employee
Organizations:
Confidential Employees' Association, Firefighters' Association, Mid-Management Association, Police Captains' Association, Police Officers' Association, Police Officers' Mid -Management Association, Professional Chief Officers' Association, and Service Employees International Union, Local 721
Action Taken: This item was continued to a later date.
RECONVENE & ADJOURNMENT
The City Council reconvened from Closed Session with all Council Members present.
The meeting was adjourned at 5:44 p.m.
Action Taken: No reportable action taken in Closed Session.
__________________
Maychelle Yee
City Clerk
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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
MINUTES
MONTEREY PARK CITY COUNCIL
FINANCING AUTHORITY (MPFA)
HOUSING AUTHORITY (MPHA)
GEOLOGIC HAZARD ABATEMENT DISTRICT (GHAD)
SUCCESSOR AGENCY (SA)
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 17, 2024
The City Council, the Financing Authority (MPFA), the Housing Authority (MPHA), the Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD), and the Successor Agency (SA) of the City of Monterey Park held a Regular Meeting of the Council in the Council Chamber, located at 320 West Newmark Avenue in the City of Monterey Park, Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Sanchez called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE:
The Monterey Park Police Explorer led the flag salute. Pledge of Allegiance presented by Civic Superstar Mia Sanchez.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk Maychelle Yee called the roll:
Council Members Present: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Yvonne Yiu
Council Members Absent: None
ALSO PRESENT: City Treasurer Amy Lee, City Manager Inez Alvarez, City Attorney Karl Berger, Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia, Director of Finance Martha Garcia, Police Chief Scott Wiese, Fire Chief Matthew Hallock, Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Christine Tomikawa, Director of Community Development Jessica Serrano, Director of Recreation and Community Services Robert Aguirre, City Librarian Kristin Olivarez, Finance Manager Laura Borjon, Recreation Manager Christina Alatorre, Public Works Administrati ve Manager Xochitl Tipan, Interim Planning Manager Beth Chow, Senior Librarian Leonie Jordan, Senior Librarian Lauren Frazier, Adult Literacy Coordinator Victor Castellanos, Library Technician Michael Le, City Consultant Ziad Mazboudi, Deputy City Clerk Cindy Trang
VIRTUALLY PRESENT: Director of Public Works Shawn Igoe
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AGENDA ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, CHANGES AND ADOPTIONS
City Attorney Berger requested to move Agenda Item No. 2B to be heard as part of Consent Calendar. City Manager Alvarez requested Agenda Item No. 5B be heard after Old Business items.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
- Jairo Avalos stated that there are 2 capital improvement projects coming up this year for improvement on Potrero Grande Drive and asked the City Council to take safety measures to protect bicyclists and pedestrians.
- Lisa Duong and Bradon Vuong spoke on behalf of Los Angeles Monterey Park (LAMP) Optimist Club, invited young adults under the age of 19 to enter the upcoming essay competition to win scholarship. She also encouraged the public to donate to this cause.
- City Treasurer Lee, on behalf of the Monterey Park Community Healing Fund, reminded the public of the Gun Violence Restraining Order training scheduled for January 18, 2024 at 6 p.m. in the council chambers.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
- City Manager’s Office : City Manager Alvarez announced the appointments of Kristin Olivarez as the new City Librarian, Diana Garcia as the Assistant City Manager, the resignation of Fire Chief Matthew Hallock, and the appointment of Christopher Thompson as Interim Fire Chief. The City Council thanked Chief Hallock for 22 years of service and presented him with a plaque.
- Fire Department: Interim Fire Chief Thompson spoke of the Northridge earthquake and invited the community to the Community Preparedness Clinic scheduled for February 24, 2024.
- Library: City Librarian Olivarez introduced Leonie Jordan, Senior Librarian in the Adult & Teen Services and Lauren Frazier, Senior Librarian in Children Services.
She recognized Adult Literacy Coordinator Victor Castellanos, Library Technician Michael Le and Library Assistant Madison Traylor for completing their master’s degree in library and information science. Senior Librarian Fraizer provided a recap on the Teen Winter Reading C hallenge, the Adult Craft Programs, and the Bluey Party. She talked about the upcoming events including the Library Card Design Contest, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Clinic, Teen ESL Conversation Club, Small Business Workshop, and the Free Legal Assistance Clinic.
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- Recreation and Community Services: Recreation Manager Alatorre provided a recap of past events including Letters to Santa, Holiday Snow Village, Santa’s Jolly Journey, and the Langley Holiday Luncheon.
She provided information on the upcoming events including the January 21 Candlelight Virgil, Lunar New Year Festival on January 27- 28, Langley Health Education on January 18 and February 15, Youth Mental Health Summit on February 24 and provided project updates for Sequoia, Bella Vista, and Garvey Ranch parks.
1. PR
ESENTATION
The matters listed under presentation are informational content and for discussion only.
1-A. METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT
Sam Mouawad, Representative of the Metropolitan Water District (MWD), presented a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Garvey Reservoir Rehabilitation which entails improving major reservoir facilities, maintaining reliability, improving operations efficiency and maintenance , and enhancing site security. He said the surrounding residents will be receiving a Notice of Preparation (NOP) regarding the public review process. City Manager Alvarez said staff will be working with MWD to have translations available.
1-B. MPK HOPE RESILIENCY CENTER UPDATES
Peter Ng and Nina Loc, Representatives from Chinatown Service Center (CSC), presented a PowerPoint presentation on the development of the Resilience Center which is currently located at Sierra Vista Park . Ms. Loc said the operation is in collaboration with se veral partnering organizations including AJS oCal, Tzu Chi Buddhist Foundation, Special Service for Groups (SSG) SILVER and SSG APCTC, to provide trauma-related healing, counseling, support group, workshops, and linkage and system navigation support. She added their future plans are to bring in more resources, expand the Ballroom Dance Workshop and secur e a permanent space for the center.
1-C. RECREATION STAFF RECOGNITION
City Manager Alvarez recognized Chan Lim and Michelle Chen for their immediate action taken on December 22 at the Langley Senior Center, to call 911 and using the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) machine to administer first aid to an 80- year-old male community member who had collapsed and was non- responsive.
She reported that the community member is well and has returned to Langley Center and is participating in programs.
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2. O LD BUSINESS
2-A. DISCUSSION OF FINDINGS ON CITY’S INCLUSIONARY HOUSING
ORDINANCE FEASIBILITY/FEE STUDY
On September 6, 2023, the City Council adopted an Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (IHO) and an IHO in- lieu fee formula. As part of this action, Council also directed the City Manager to conduct an evaluation of the City’s IHO to determine whether it is financially feasible and recommend in- lieu fees in cases where an IHO is feasible. Based on the Council’s direction, the City partnered with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG ) and was able to participate in SGVCOG’s sub- regional effort to provide technical assistance addressing affordable housing issues. The City entered into an agreement with the SGVCOG, for its consultant, Economic & Planning Systems (EPS), to conduct an IHO feasibility study tailored to Monterey Park.
EPS’s feasibility study is intended to inform and educate the City Council on the potential effects of the IHO on future residential development in the City. The study’s overall conclusion states that the requirements of the IHO are likely to be financially challenging for new residential development within the City and may constrain new projects.
Public Speakers:
- Jerry Garner said he is a d evelopment consultant with Archivelopment Real Estate and is working with a development group in the city that is looking at developing a large mixed use or condominium project. He shared that his client can’t move forward with the project with the imposition of the affordable housing criteria.
- Oliver Chen, representative of Teamrise LLC, cited the increasing costs combined with affordable housing requirements has delayed investment and developments. He requested the City Council consider postponing the enactment of the Inclusionary Housing Act for a few years so that the housing market will be gradually saturated.
- Selena Zhang sa id she is a resident, and she feels that this city lacks entertainment in comparison to other cities. She encouraged the City Council to consider allowing developers to develop more plazas before addressing low income housing.
Discussion: Director of Community Development Serrano introduced Julie Cooper and Chinmay Damle, representatives of Economic & Planning Systems (EPS), to present a PowerPoint presentation to recite the findings of the IHO feasibility study tailored to the City. They were available for questions.
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Action Taken: The City Council received and filed the report and presentation and directed staff to suspend the IHO for 12 months for further analysis , and to report back to the City Council in approximately 9 months with recommendations.
Motion: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Wong and seconded by Council Member Yiu, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: Ngo
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
2-B. LEGISLATIVE SUBPOENAS
The City Attorney’s office delayed posting a staff report for this item pending discussions with TRC’s counsel regarding a City proposal to process land use applications utilizing a team of consultants (separate from City staff) paid for by TRC.
TRC accepted this proposal by email dated January 12, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
Consequently, it is recommended that the City Council postpone this matter until February 21, 2024. This will give TRC and the City enough time to put together the reimbursement team and allow the City to assemble the land use team.
If all elements are in place before February 21, then the legislative subpoena matter will be taken off calendar. Staff will instead provide a receive and file item on that date regarding the “next steps.”
Action Taken: The City Council moved this item to be heard and approved as part of the Consent Calendar. The City Council continued this matter until the regular meeting of February 21, 2024, on Consent Calendar.
2-C. SR-710 NORTH MOBILITY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT UPDATE AND
FUNDING AGREEMENT
The SR-710 Mobility Improvement Projects are the result of reallocated Measure R Funds for the SR-710 North Project to new mobility improvement projects within the San Gabriel Valley subregion. These projects are consistent with the purpose and need of the Gap Closure Project to relieve congestion on local streets along the SR-710 alignment between Interstates 10 and 210, with the highest priority for projects proximate to the Interstate 10 freeway. As part of the SR -710 North Mobility Improvements Projects, the City received a total allocation of $100,300,000 from Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) to complete seven projects.
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It is recommended that the City Council approve the funding agreement for the Garvey Avenue Capacity Improvement project which includes a modified scope of work from the originally proposed project, eliminating the need for adding third lanes and removal of parking along Garvey Avenue.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
The City reviewed the environmental impacts of the Project under 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”). CEQA Guidelines §§ 15060(c)(2), 15061(b)(3), and 15378 exempt activities that will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, activities where there is possibility that it may have a significant effect on the environment, and activities that do not constitute a “project” as defined, respectively. This activity is primarily a legislative tool to assess legislative and budgetary priorities and does not approve any of the specific projects for construction, and therefore does not have the potential to have a significant effect on the environment. Accordingly, no further review is required.
Public Speakers:
- Maychelle Yee, resident, stated she protests this item alluding to heavy traffic on Garvey Ave and the elimination of parking lanes to accommodate the additional traffic diverted from the 710 freeway and the additional pollution. She commented on bike lanes that don’t lead anywhere.
- City Clerk Yee received, filed, and read into the records a written communication from Bill Lam stating his opposition to the project and expressing concerns regarding the transit system.
Discussion: Director of Public Works Shawn Igoe, virtually present, presented a PowerPoint presentation providing an overview of I-710, SR-710, and 710 Mobility Improvement Projects, Adaptive/Responsive Traffic Signal Project, Garvey Ave Improvement Project, Monterey Pass Road Project, Garvey/Lincoln Parking Structure Project, and other projects for review and further consideration.
Action Taken: Council Member Ngo declared a potential conflict of interest as his residence is within 1000 feet of the proposed project, left the dais and did not participate in discussion for this item . The City Council (1) authorized the City Manager to execute a funding agreement with Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (“LACMTA”), on a form approved by the City Attorney, for the Garvey Avenue Capacity Improvements totaling $18,202,000; (2) authorized the City Manager to appropriate project funds for the Garvey Avenue Capacity Improvements project per the project funding schedule included in the terms and conditions of the funding agreement; and (3) adopted Resolution No. 2024- R1 to add the Garvey Avenue Capacity Improvement and Parking Structure projects to the fiscal year 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Program (“CIP”).
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Motion: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Wong and seconded by Council Member Lo, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: Ngo
Resolution No. 2024-R1
A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2022-R52 TO ADD THE
GARVEY AVENUE CAPACITY IMPROVEMENT AND PARKING STRUCTURE PROJECTS TO THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN (“CIP”) AND FINDING
SUCH AMENDMENT CONFORMS WITH THE GENERAL PLAN
RECESSED AND RECONVENED
The City Council recessed at 9:57 p.m. and reconvened with all council members present at 10:09 p.m.
3. CO
NSENT CALENDAR ITEMS NOS. 3A-3J
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.
Consent Calendar items were heard after Agenda Item No. 5B. Agenda Item No. 2B was moved, heard, and approved as part of the Consent Calendar.
Public Speakers:
- Maychelle Yee, resident, asked that the City Council provide updates on efforts to recuperate monies from the Goodview project for Item No. 3D and on Item No. 3I, she commented on creative recycling solutions.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Agenda Item Nos . 3A, 3B, 3C, 3D, 3E, 3F, 3G, 3H, 3J and 2B on Consent Calendar, excluding Item No. 3I which was pulled for discussion, separate motion, reading resolutions and ordinances by the title only and waiving further reading thereof.
Motion: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Wong and seconded by Council Member Yiu, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
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3-A. MINUTES
Approving the minutes from the special and regular meetings of November 15, 2023.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the minutes from the special and regular meetings of November 15, 2023, on Consent Calendar.
3-B. MONTHLY INVESTMENT REPORT – DECEMBER 2023
As of December 31, 2023, invested funds for the City of Monterey Park total $57,582,853.44.
Action Taken: The City Council received and filed the monthly investment report, on Consent Calendar.
3-C. RECEIVE AND FILE EFFECTIVE DATE FOR THE INCREASE IN WATER
RATES AND CHARGES
At the December 6, 2023, City Council meeting the Council introduced an Ordinance that set a “cap rate” on water increases at 32%, 8%, 8%, 7%, 8% for the five-year period from FY 2023- 24 through FY 2027- 28. The second reading and adoption of ordinance occurred on December 20, 2023; the ordinance becomes effective January 19, 2024 and the rates are scheduled for implementation on February 1, 2024.
On November 15, 2023, Council directed staff to explore bond financing for water infrastructure needs. It is anticipated that this matter will be placed onto the City Council agenda for consideration on February 7
th or 21st. Should the City Council
decide to issue bonds, then the rates that become effective on January 20 th may be lowered. Should that occur, then such new rates would be March 1, 2024.
Action Taken: The City Council received and filed effective date for the increase in water rates and charges and directed the City Manager to postpone implementing the approved rates until after the City Council considers issuing bonds for infrastructure financing (in February 2024), on Consent Calendar.
3-D. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO
RECORD A NOTICE OF NUISANCE ABATEMENT LIEN AGAINST CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY (APN 5254-002-031)
Adopting the attached resolution to the staff report, will allow the City to recover costs, including attorney’s fees, incurred the City’s abatement of the public nuisance present on certain real property located in the City (Lot 1 of Tract No. 34875—APN 5254-002-031) (the “Property”) owned by Center Int’l Investments,
Inc. (“CII”).
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The Resolution authorizes recording the associated Notice of Nuisance Abatement Lien in the amount of $3,683,075.89. This will be the sixth lien placed on the Property and covers expenses that the City incurred between July 1, 2023, and September 30, 2023. After recording this lien, the liens against the Property will total $15,776,980.16.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
Adoption of the Resolution is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) under CEQA Guidelines § 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the action proposed by the proposed resolution would have a significant effect on the environment.
Action Taken: The City Counci l adopted Resolution No. 2024-R2 to record a Notice of Nuisance Abatement Lien, on Consent Calendar.
Resolution No.2024-R2
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RECORDATION OF A NUISANCE
ABATEMENT LIEN AGAINST CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE CITY (APN 5254-002-031)
3-E. WAIVE FURTHER READING AND ADOPT ZONE CHANGE (ZA- 23-02), AN
ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING MAP FOR CERTAIN PROPERTIES
FOR CONSISTENCY WITH THE GENERAL PLAN, LAND USE AND URBAN
DESIGN ELEMENT
The Ordinance was introduced and received first reading at the December 20, 2023 City Council meeting. The original staff report (from December 20, 2023) is attached for reference. Second reading and adoption of this Ordinance is recommended. If adopted, the ordinance will take effect in 30 days.
The City recently began efforts in the Our City, Our Plan campaign to implement the General Plan Land Use and Urban Design Element (“GPLU”) and the Housing Element (“HE”), which sets the vision for development within the City. The General Plan is implemented through the zoning regulations located in Title 21 of the Monterey Park Municipal Code (“MPMC”). Those regulations assign a zoning district to each property in the City, as governed by the Zoning Map. This proposed zone change will harmonize the zoning designations with the GPLU for certain properties on Mon terey Pass Road, Corporate Center Drive and East Mabel Avenue.
The Zone Changes will only impact the future development of these properties; existing structures and businesses are allowed to remain.
Action Taken: The City Council w aived the second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 2244, on Consent Calendar.
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Ordinance No. 2244
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING MAP (ZC-23-02) TO CHANGE THE
ZONING FOR CERTAIN PROPERTIES FOR CONSISTENCY WITH THE
GENERAL PLAN, LAND USE AND URBAN DESIGN ELEMENT
3-F. WAIVE FURTHER READING AND ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE
ZONING CODE TO COMPLY WITH CALIFORNIA LAW REGARDING MEDICAL
CANNABIS DELIVERY RETAILERS
The Ordinance was introduced and received first reading at the December 20, 2023 City Council meeting. The original staff report (from December 20, 2023) is attached for reference. Second reading and adoption of this Ordinance is recommended. If adopted, the ordinance will take effect in 30 days.
The California Legislature adopted Senate Bill 1886 (“SB 1186”) in 2022 which precludes cities from imposing regulations that have the effect of prohibiting medical cannabis delivery within the City and becomes effective on January 1, 2024. SB 1186 declares that any City regulation that does not allow a physical premises from which retail sale by delivery of medical cannabis may be conducted within the City has the effect of prohibiting medical cannabis delivery. Accordingly, the proposed ordinance will conditionally allow non-store front locations for the sale by delivery of medical cannabis in the Commercial Services Zone and impose reasonable regulations.
Action Taken: The City Council waived second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 2242, on Consent Calendar.
Ordinance No. 2242
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTED PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 36937 AND BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE § 26320 AMENDING MONTEREY PARK MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTERS 6.35 AND 9.102, AND ADDING NEW CHAPTERS 6.36 AND 21.27 TO IMPLEMENT CALIFORNIA LAW GOVERNING
MEDICAL CANNABIS
3-G. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A RENEWAL AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF MONTEREY PARK AND EZEQUIEL LOPEZ
VALASCO, DOING BUSINESS AS EFFICIENT JANITORIAL SERVICE
On November 2, 2016, the City Council approved a contract with Ezequiel Lopez Valasco, doing business as Efficient Janitorial Service to provide custodial services to the Monterey Park City Jail. Efficient Janitorial has provided exceptional service to the City of Monterey Park during the term of the agreement and staff is seeking to amend the agreement to extend the term for an additional two years.
Efficient Janitorial Services’ initial renewal proposal included a 7.5% per year rate increase, for a cumulative 15% rate increase over a two-year renewal period.
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Staff negotiated the following terms with Efficient Janitorial Services: a two- year extension of current contract. The rate negotiated is below the Consumer Price Index ("CPI") for the immediately preceding 12-month reporting period, which was
3.2% for 2022 and 8.5 % for 2021 for a total of 11.7% for the previous 24 months.
Funds are appropriated in the approved 2023- 2024 Fiscal Year budget within budget line items 1013113-5314 and 1013113-5254.
Action Taken: The City Council authorized the City Manager to execute an amendment to Agreement 1974- A, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with Ezequiel Lopez Valasco, doing business as Efficient Janitorial Services, in an amount of $68,303.78, on Consent Calendar.
3-H. PREFERENTIAL PARKING DISTRICT: E. HELLMAN AVENUE FROM N.
ALHAMBRA AVENUE TO N. NICHOLSON AVENUE
The City received a petition to designate a preferential parking district along E.
Hellman Avenue from N. Alhambra Avenue to N. Nicholson Avenue. Staff investigated the proposed parking district and the surrounding street parking conditions. It is recommended that City Council adopt a resolution designating E.
Hellman Avenue from N. Alhambra Avenue to N. Nicholson Avenue as a preferential parking district.
Board/Commission Review:
On August 17, 2023, staff presented the request for a permit parking district on E.
Hellman Avenue from N. Alhambra Avenue to N. Nicholson Avenue to the Traffic Commission. Staff provided an overview of the request and survey findings which did not support the establishment of a parking district. It was recommended that additional monitoring be conducted as the parking surveys were completed during the time that the neighboring school, Mark Keppel High School, was not in session.
On October 19, staff presented the results of the secondary monitoring and recommended that the City Council designate a preferential parking distric t along E. Hellman Avenue from N. Alhambra Avenue to N. Nicholson Avenue.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
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”). CEQA Guideline § 15303 exempts activity that results in new construction or conversion of small structures. The Resolution creates a preferential parking district governing parking within a designated area and which requires installation of pedestrian level street signage.
Accordingly, the Resolution is exempt from further review.
Action Taken: The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-R3 designating E.
Hellman Avenue from N. Alhambra Avenue to N. Nicholson Avenue among the preferential parking districts, on Consent Calendar.
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Resolution No. 2024-R3
A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING A PREFERENTIAL PARKING DISTRICT ALONG E. HELLMAN AVENUE
3-I. APPROVAL OF HAULERS QUALIFIED FOR A WASTE COLLECTION AND
RECYCLING FRANCHISE AND AUTHORIZATION TO RELEASE REQUEST
FOR APPLICATIONS
On October 18, 2023 the City Council approved the release of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) as the first step to solicit proposals for new solid waste franchise agreements. Ten companies responded to the RFQ and submitted Statements of Qualifications (SOQ). With the assistance of HF&H consultants, the City evaluated the SOQs and determined that eight companies are qualified to apply for both a residential franchise and a commercial franchise.
It is recommended that City Council approve the list of qualified haulers and authorize the release of the Request for Applications (RFA) for a waste collection and recycling franchise.
Discussion: Public Works Administrative Manager Tipan presented a PowerPoint slide displaying the schedule and the list of qualified haulers and provided a summary on the evaluation of the qualification criteria.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the list of haulers qualified to submit proposals for a waste collection and recycling franchise for residential and/or commercial services and a uthorized the release of the Request for Applications (RFA) to the list of qualified haulers.
Motion: Moved by Council Member Ngo and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Wong, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
3-J. RECEIVE AND FILE SUMMARY OF THE STATUS OF EMERGENCY REPAIRS
TO THE MONTEREY PASS ROAD WATER LINE
On August 17, 2022, City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022- R69 authorizing the City Manager to take necessary measures for emergency repair of a water main line on Monterey Pass Road.
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Recurring water main leaks in several areas within Monterey Pass Road between the intersections of Vagabond Drive and Brightwood Street resulted in extensive infrastructure damage to the roadway and necessary water main pipe repairs to ensure continued water service to residences and businesses in the area.
Action Taken: The City Council rec eived and filed the staff report summarizing the status of emergency repairs to the Monterey Pass Road water line, on Consent Calendar.
EXTENSION OF COUNCIL MEETING
Action Taken: The City Council extended the council meeting to 11:30 p.m.
Motion: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Wong and seconded by Council Member Ngo, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
4. PUBLIC HEARING
4-A. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTING AN ORDINANCE INCORPORATING BY REFERENCE CHAPTER 7.46 OF LOS ANGELES
COUNTY CODE TITLE 7 – BUSINESS LICENSES INTO A NEW CHAPTER 5.90 OF THE MONTEREY PARK MUNICIPAL CODE (“MPMC”)
On December 20, 2023, the City Council introduced and waived first reading of an ordinance, if adopted, would add a new Chapter to the Monterey Park Municipal Code (“MPMC”) requiring gun dealers to acquire a police permit to operate within the City of Monterey Park. The City Council continued the scheduled public hearing to the January 17, 2024 council meeting.
Since January 2023, the City Council undertook a series of action in response to the mass shooting that killed 11 individuals and wounded nine others. It was the worst shooting in Los Angeles County history. In August, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-R67 which, among other things, gave direction to the City Manager and City Attorney to take actions needed to support reasonable gun regulation. The draft ordinance, if adopted, would add a new Chapter to the Monterey Park Municipal Code (“MPMC”) requiring gun dealers to acquire a police permit to operate.
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CEQA Determination:
This Ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., “CEQA”) and CEQA Guidelines (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq.) in that it is not a “project” for purposes of CEQA, as that term is defined by CEQA Guidelines § 15378. Specifically, this Ordinance constitutes creation of government regulations which do not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment. In addition, this Ordinance is an organizational or administrative activity that will not result in a direct or indirect physical change in the environment.
Action Taken: The City Counci l opened the continued public hearing at 10:57 p.m.to receive both written and oral testimony, there being no registered speakers, closed the continued public hearing at 10:57 p.m. and waived second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 2243 that would incorporate by reference Los Angeles County Code Title 7, Chapter 7.46 regarding the regulation of gun dealers within the City of Monterey Park (“City”).
Motion: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Wong and seconded by Council Member Ngo, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
Ordinance No. 2243
AN ORDINANCE INCORPORATING LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE CHAPTER
7.46 INTO THE MONTEREY PARK MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER
5.90 GOVERNING TO GUN DEALER LICENSES
5. NEW BUSINESS
5-A. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONTEREY PARK,
CALIFORNIA APPOINTING COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES TO SPECIFIC
ORGANIZATIONS
The City Council generally appoints representatives to various regional and community organizations annually. Appointments are recommended by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council.
Discussion: The City Council ensued in a discussion regarding appointing themselves as representative to various organizations.
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Action Taken: The City Counci l adopted Resolution No. 2024- R4 appointing representatives to specific organizations.
Motion: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Wong and seconded by Mayor Sanchez , motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
Resolution No. 2024-R4
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING CITY COUNCILMEMBERS TO SPECIFIC
ORGANIZATIONS
5-B. REQUESTING DIRECTION FROM THE CITY COUNCIL REGARDING THE
STRUCTURE OF THE SISTER CITIES COMMISSION
Resolution No. 10281 established a Sister Cities Commission in 1998 (Attachment 1 to the staff report). A subsequent Resolution (No. 10549) added a new sister city (Yeongdeungpo-Gu Seoul, South Korea) and expanded the Sister Cities Commission membership (Attachment 2 to the staff report).
The Sister Cities Commission is comprised of three members from each Sister Cities Associations, one of which is the Association President. This Commission operates differently than the City’s other Commissions, with a set of by -laws developed specifically for this Commission. In 2013, the City Council exempted the Commission from the regulations generally governing the City’s boards and commissions in Monterey Park Municipal Code Chapter 2.82 (Attachment 3 to the staff report).
Representatives from the Sister Cities Commission expressed the desire to continue with utilizing a separate set of by -laws and board members. The Commission members are not appointed by City Councilmembers and the Commission is not subject to MPMC Chapter 2.82, making oversight of the Commission by the City Council challenging. The City Manager and Recreation and Community Services Director have asked representatives from the Commission to establish a nonprofit corporation separate from the City.
Since 2021, the Sister Cities Commission has met five times out of the fifteen scheduled meetings due to lack of quorum. A quorum for the Sister Cities Commission is defined as one member from three of the five cities and at least seven members total. The Commission has not been involved in any of the City’s events or programs and the City has looked to the Community Participation Commission for support at City activities.
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The Director requested updated information from each of the Sisters City Associations and found that one of the Associations ( Nachikatsuura, Japan) has Active nonprofit status, but none of them possess General Liability Insurance.
This item was heard after Agenda Item No. 2C.
Public Speakers:
- Tak Kuen Charles Mau, Commission Chair, provided a background of the composition of the Sister Cities Commission and described the programs hosted by the Commission.
Discussion: City Attorney Berger opined that all city commissions are subject to the Brown Act. He expressed concerns as to the lack of the City’s oversight and the liability exposure of the Sister Cities Commission.
Action Taken: The City Council provided direction to the City Manager regarding the structure of the Sister Cities Commission and directed staff to suspend activity from the commission pending a review of an Ad Hoc Committee consisting of Mayor Sanchez and Council Member Ngo.
Motion: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Wong and seconded by Mayor Sanchez , motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
5-C. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE A THREE -YEAR EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (WITH ONE- YEAR EXTENSION) WITH MS. INEZ ALVAREZ, IN A FORM APPROVED BY THE CITY ATTORNEY, FOR CITY MANAGER SERVICES. FISCAL IMPACTS INCLUDE, WITHOUT LIMIT ATION, A (1) BASE COMPENSATION FOR A TOTAL OF $265,000 BEGINNING NOVEMBER 15, 2023; (2) VEHICLE ALLOWANCE OF $600 PER MONTH; AND (3) MEDICAL, DISABILITY, AND OTHER FRINGE
BENEFITS INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, CALPERS RETIREMENT
BENEFITS SUBSTANTIALLY THE SAME AS OTHER DEPARTMENT
DIRECTORS. THE TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE IS APPROXIMATELY $325,278 FOR THE FIRST YEAR. AN INCREASE IN BASE SALARY TO
MEDIAN SALARY (OF SIMILARLY SIZED CITIES) MAY OCCUR ON JANUARY 1, 2025 WITH A CORRESPONDING INCREASE IN TOTAL COMPENSATION
Upon direction from the City Council, the City Attorney negotiated a three- year employment agreement with Ms. Inez Alvarez to serve as City Manager.
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This Agreement includes a one- year extension. Ms. Alvarez was appointed City Manager on November 15, 2023.
A summary of the Agreement (see Attachment A to the staff report) includes:
• A base salary of $265,000 beginning November 15, 2023 • $600 a month car allowance; and
• Substantially similar benefits (health, leave times, etc.) as other executive management employees.
Discussion: A supplemental document to the staff report, a revised City Manager Employment Agreement, was provided to the City Council for their consideration.
Action Taken: The City Council authorized the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Ms. Inez Alvarez, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
Motion: Moved by Council Member Ngo and seconded by Council Member Yiu, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
6. CITY COMMUNICATIONS (CITY COUNCIL)
Council Member Lo announced he attended the Mayor’s State of the City Address, and in observance of the anniversary of the tragic shooting, also attended the Resiliency Center Dinner and Remembrance event hosted by Brandon Tsa y’s at his family dance studio. He said he also attended many of the city Park’s dedications. On January 20 , the Bulky Items Pickup event in which Council Member Lo said he will be driving around town picking up bulky items just as he and the late Council Member Sornoso did in the past.
Council Member Yiu said she attended many of the same events as Council Member Lo including the Remembrance event at Lai Lai Dance Studio , the Resiliency Center Dinner, and the Mayor’s State of the City Address.
Council Member Ngo talked about the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association (CCBA) Installation of New Officers Flag Raising ceremony in Chinatown, League of California Cities meeting, Ribbon- Cutting ceremonies for Yummy Kitchen and Wonton King. He said he also attended the Chinese American Military Support Group dinner at NBC restaurant, Sequoia Park D edication, the Mayor’s State of the City Address, Resiliency Center Dinner, Brandon Tsay’s Remembrance event and welcomed the Ynez Elementary School 4 th grade
students’ visit at City Hall.
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Mayor Pro Tem Wong reported he attended many of the same events as other Council Members. He invited the community to join the City Council on January 21 in remembrance of the 1-year anniversary of the tragic mass shooting that occurred in Monterey Park.
Mayor Sanchez echoed that he attended many of the same events and greeted the 4
th grade students to promote civic engagement. He said as he stated in his Mayor’s State of the City Address, he wanted to remind staff of his appreciation for their hard work throughout the year.
7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
8. CLOSED SESSION (IF REQUIRED; CITY ATTORNEY TO ANNOUNCE) None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business for consideration, the meeting was adjourned at 11:26 p.m.
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Maychelle Yee
City Clerk
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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.
MINUTES
MONTEREY PARK CITY COUNCIL
FINANCING AUTHORITY (MPFA)
HOUSING AUTHORITY (MPHA)
GEOLOGIC HAZARD ABATEMENT DISTRICT (GHAD)
SUCCESSOR AGENCY (SA)
SPECIAL MEETING
FEBRUARY 3, 2024
The City Council, the Financing Authority (MPFA), the Housing Authority (MPHA), the Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD), and the Successor Agency (SA) of the City of Monterey Park held a Special Meeting of the Council in the Boardroom of the Courtyard Marriott, 555 N. Atlantic Boulevard in the City of Monterey Park on Saturday, February 3, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.
CALL TO ORDER:
City Clerk Maychelle Yee called the meeting to order at 9:05 a.m.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk Maychelle Yee called the roll:
Council Members Present: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez , Thomas Wong, Yvonne Yiu
Council Members Absent: None
ALSO PRESENT: City Treasurer Amy Lee, City Manager Inez Alvarez , City Attorney Karl Berger, Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia, City Librarian Kristin Olivarez, Public Works Director Shawn Igoe, Finance Director Martha Garcia, Interim Fire Chief Christopher Thompson, Police Chief Scott Wiese, Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Christine Tomikawa, Recreation and Community Services Director Robert Aguirre, Community Development Director Jessica Serrano, Deputy City Clerk Cindy Trang, Secretary to the City Manager Diana Wong
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
- Maychelle Yee, resident, talked about transparency, integrity, and truthfulness.
She spoke of the Garfield/Garvey project and the Sewer Master Plan.
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NEW BUSINESS
1. STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHOP
This is a City Council workshop to prioritize the City’s legislative and project agenda.
It is anticipated that the workshop will not result in the City Council taking any particular action. Instead, City Councilmembers and key staff members will be reviewing the City Council’s previous strategic plan; updating it; and providing direction to the City Manager. Topics may include, without limitation, infrastructure improvements; revenue enhancement; land use challenges; sustainability efforts; redevelopment; community engagement and outreach; and municipal property needs assessment. Any direction provided by the City Council will appear on future meeting agendas. The anticipated outline of the workshop will follow this general order:
• Know your Role
• Mutual Purpose/Common Ground
• Prouds and Sorries - Accomplishments and Opportunities for Improvement • Vision for the Future
• Future Challenges and Needs
• Interview Summary
• Current Goals/Updates
• Progress Indicators for the future
• New 3- Year Goals
• Setting SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time- Bound) Objectives
• What are the resources needed to move the needle?
• Next Steps
RECESSED AND RECONVENED
The City Council recessed at 10: 25 a.m. and reconvened with all council members present at 10:35 a.m.
RECESSED AND RECONVENED
The City Council recessed at 11: 58 a.m. and reconvened with all council members present at 12:32 p.m.
RECESSED AND RECONVENED
The City Council recessed at 2:04 p.m. and reconvened with all council members present at 2:15 p.m.
DISCUSSION: City Consultants, Marie Knight, Owner, and Doll Knight, Assistant, of Knight Leadership Solutions, facilitated a strategic workshop for the City Council and staff including City Manager Alvarez, City Attorney Berger, Assistant City Manager Garcia and Department Directors to discuss ideas and suggestions towards the
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future vision of the City. The City Council ensued in discussions and setting the following goals:
- To enhance access to resources for mental health wellness, social services, and homelessness needs.
- To maintain public safety by establishing priorities based on community and civic needs of the city, with a flexible and enhanced service model. - To maintain, build, and modernize infrastructure and facilities to support the current and future needs of the city and community.
- To strengthen the local economy and enhance housing opportunities. - To enhance public communication to reach all members of the community and increase civic engagement opportunities.
- To maintain long term stability of the city’s financial resources.
Action Taken: No reportable action taken.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business for consideration, the meeting was adjourned at 3:03 p.m.
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Maychelle Yee
City Clerk
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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
MINUTES
MONTEREY PARK CITY COUNCIL
FINANCING AUTHORITY (MPFA)
HOUSING AUTHORITY (MPHA)
GEOLOGIC HAZARD ABATEMENT DISTRICT (GHAD)
SUCCESSOR AGENCY (SA)
SPECIAL MEETING
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
The City Council, the Financing Authority (MPFA), the Housing Authority (MPHA), the Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD), and the Successor Agency (SA) of the City of Monterey Park held a Special Meeting of the Council in Room 266, Second Floor of City Hall located at 320 West Newmark Avenue in the City of Monterey Park, Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Sanchez called the meeting to order at 5:33 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Deputy City Clerk Cindy Trang called the roll:
Council Members Present: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Yvonne Yiu
Council Members Absent: None
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Inez Alvarez, City Attorney Karl Berger, Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia, Assistant City Attorney Tim Campen
VIRTUALLY PRESENT: None
AGENDA ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, CHANGES AND ADOPTIONS: None.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS: None.
[1.] OPEN SESSION
1-A. ANNUAL WEED ABATEMENT DECLARATION LIST
The County of Los Angeles Department of Agriculture Commissioner/Weights and Measures (Weed Abatement Division) has submitted the annual Weed Abatement Declaration List to the City. The Weed Abatement Declaration List (“Declaration List”) is a list of parcels in Monterey Park which have been identified by inspection to contain, or have the potential to contain weeds, brush or other flammable materials sufficient to be considered a fire hazard.
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The accompanying Resolution seeks City Council approval to declare the properties on the annual Weed Abatement Declaration List to be public nuisances which may be abated. The authority to remove properties from the Declaration List, upon request and after investigation, will be assigned to the City Manager or designee.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
Adoption of this Resolution is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) under CEQA Guidelines § 15061(b)(3) 15061 because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the Resolution may have a significant effect on the environment
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council consider: (1) Approving the minutes from the regular and special meetings of December 6, 2023; and (2) Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: By consensus, the City Council carried over this item to the February 7, 2024 6:30 p.m. regular meeting.
[2.] CLOSED SESSION
The City Council adjourned to Closed Session at 5:34 p.m.
2-A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION - GOVERNMENT CODE § 54956.9(d)(1) – Two Cases:
Ethan Capital LLC v. City of Monterey Park; LASC Case No. 22AHCV00527
Center Int’l Investments, Inc. v. Monterey Park; LASC Case No. 22STCV14135
RECONVENE & ADJOURNMENT
The City Council reconvened from Closed Session with all Council Members present. The meeting was adjourned at 6:25 p.m.
Action Taken: No reportable action taken in Closed Session.
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Maychelle Yee
City Clerk
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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.
MINUTES
MONTEREY PARK CITY COUNCIL
FINANCING AUTHORITY (MPFA)
HOUSING AUTHORITY (MPHA)
GEOLOGIC HAZARD ABATEMENT DISTRICT (GHAD)
SUCCESSOR AGENCY (SA)
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
The City Council, the Financing Authority (MPFA), the Housing Authority (MPHA), the Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD), and the Successor Agency (SA) of the City of Monterey Park held a Regular Meeting of the Council in the Council Chamber, located at 320 West Newmark Avenue in the City of Monterey Park, Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Sanchez called the meeting to order at 6:38 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE:
Mayor Sanchez led the Flag Salute. Pledge of Allegiance presented by Civic Superstar Yareli Mercado Martinez.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk Maychelle Yee called the roll:
Council Members Present: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Yvonne Yiu
Council Members Absent: None
ALSO PRESENT: City Treasurer Amy Lee, City Manager Inez Alvarez, City Attorney Karl Berger, Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia , Director of Public Works Shawn Igoe, Director of Recreation and Community Services Robert Aguirre, Community Development Director Jessica Serrano, Police Chief Scott Wiese, Interim Fire Chief Chris Thompson, City Librarian Kristin Olivarez, Director of Finance Martha Garcia, Finance Manager Laura Borjon, Recreation Supervisor Guillermo Chavez, Assistant Deputy City Clerk Helena Cho, Civicspark Fellow Olivia Williams
VIRTUALLY PRESENT: Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Christine Tomikawa.
AGENDA ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, CHANGES AND ADOPTIONS
City Attorney Berger announced the carryover of Agenda Item No. 1A from the 5:30 p.m.
Special City Council meeting to the Consent Calendar as Agenda Item No. 3H.
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PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
- Nidal Oudeh provided his perspective regarding a n altercation he witnessed that required the Monterey Park Police Department to respond, incident no. 2023- 0000129, incident date: January 2, 2023, time: 7:58 p.m.
- Jenny Chan spoke about a parking ticket she received on Lincoln Avenue while she patronized a Monterey Park restaurant during the city’s Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, January 27, 2024 around 5:30 p.m. She stated that there wasn’t a “No Parking” sign posted when she parked. W hen she returned back to her vehicle, the “No Parking” signs were posted, and a parking citation issued. She mentioned that she has time stamped and geolocated evidence depicting city employees placing “No Parking” signs in the area around 7:30 p.m. She requested that the matter be investigated and for the city to waive all parking citations issued for that area during the date and time stated.
- Maychelle Yee, resident, voiced her displeasure on the amount of speaking time she was allocated at the Special City Council Strategic Planning Meeting held on February 3, 2024. She spoke about the sewer increase and lack of a Sewer Master Plan and inquired how the funds will be utilized.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
This Item was heard after Agenda Item No. 5A.
- Community Development : Civicspark Fellow Williams announced that the Draft Sustainability Plan will be available February 8- 29, 2024 for public review and comment. She communicated that the city would conduct workshops on Monday, February 12, 2024 at 6 p.m. at El Encanto and on February 22, 2024 at 6 p.m. via zoom.
- Fire Department: Interim Fire Chief Thompson provided the public with information on storm and flood preparedness . He invited the public to attend the Community Preparedness Clinic at George Elder Park on February 24, 2024.
- Library: City Librarian Olivarez spoke about all the great events taking place at the Library: Lunar New Year Adult Matinee & Movie Club on February 13, Teens Lunar New Year Junior Friend Social on February 9, and a Community Wishing Tree February 9-29. She encouraged the public to check out the booklists in celebration of Black History Month, invited the youth community to the Teen Work Readiness Workshop which prepares teens for the workplace, a Reimagining Asian Communities event on Saturday, February 24, Pokemon Party on February 16, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Clinic on Mondays and Thursday through April 11, Free Legal Assistance Clinic held on the second Tuesdays of the month,
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and informed the public to stop by the library to vote for your favorite Library Card Design February 7-21.
- Recreation and Community Services: Recreation Supervisor Guillermo Chavez thanked the community for supporting the Candlelight Vigil on January 21 and talked about the successful Lunar New Year Festival. He spoke about upcoming events at Langley Senior Center including Service Area 3 Peer Resource Center’s Lunar New Year Celebration on February 14 and the Youth Mental Health Summit on February 24. He spoke about upcoming activities: Save the Love – Love Gram with deliveries to residents February 5- 16 and Silverback Club – Langley Center Workout Class free each Thursday through March 28. He talked about upcoming workshops at Langley Senior Center: Health Talk on February 8, Empowering Minds: Senior Mental Health Workshops on February 15, and Pedestrian Safety on February 21. He reminded everyone to save the date: Spring Egg Hunt 2024 on March 28 and 24
th Annual Cherry Blossom Festival April 27-28.
1. PR
ESENTATION
Matters listed under presentation are informational content and for discussion only.
This Item was heard after Public Communications.
1-A. RECOGNITION OF COMMUNITY HEALING FUND MEMBERS
City Treasurer Lee reported that the Healing Fund has provided $161,571 of grant funds to victims and programs supporting the community. The City Council recognized the Monterey Park Community Healing Fund Member: Amy Lee, Anita Chu, Bryant Yang, Hans Liang, Paul Talbot, Rick Eng and Ricky Choi with a Certificate of Recognition and Appreciation for all their volunteer work in the distribution of funds.
2. O
LD BUSINESS – None.
3. CO
NSENT CALENDAR ITEMS NOS. 3A-3GH
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.
This item was heard after Staff Communications.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Agenda Item Nos. 3A – 3H on Consent Calendar, excluding Item Nos. 3 C, 3D, and 3E which were pulled for discussion, separate motion, reading resolutions and ordinances by the title only and waiving further reading thereof. The approval includes the carryover agenda Item No. 1A from the 5:30 p.m. Special Meeting as agenda Item No. 3H
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Motion: Moved by Council Member Lo and seconded by Council Member Ngo, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
3-A. MINUTES
Approving the minutes from the regular and special meetings of December 6, 2023.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the minutes from the regular and special meetings of December 6, 2023, on Consent Calendar.
3-B. RECEIVE AND FILE WATER FINANCING UPDATE
At the December 6, 2023, City Council meeting the Council introduced an Ordinance that set a “cap rate” on water increases at 32%, 8%, 8%, 7%, 8% for the five-year period from FY 2023- 24 through FY 2027- 28. The second reading and adoption of that ordinance occurred on December 20, 2023; the ordinance became effective January 19, 2024; the rates were scheduled for implementation on February 1, 2024.
On November 15, 2023, Council directed staff to explore bond financing for water infrastructure needs. On January 17
th the City Council authorized postponing the
implementation of the approved rates until after the City Council considers issuing bonds for infrastructure financing which was scheduled for February 2024.
It has been challenging collecting historical data for the loan documents.
Consequently, this item is being postponed to March 2024 for Council consideration. A staff report to recommend implementation of water rates will be brought to Council on February 21, 2024.
Action Taken: The City Council received and filed the water financing update, on Consent Calendar.
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3-C. FY 2023-2024 MID-YEAR FINANCIAL REPORT
The City’s Mid -Year Report compares the revenues and expenditures occurring during the first six months of the fiscal year against budgeted amounts to determine appropriate adjustments; provides links between the City budget, the financial records, and the independent financial audit and; compares revenues earned and expenses made during the first six months of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 -2024 against the FY 2022-2023 figures.
Discussion: Finance Director Garcia presented a PowerPoint presentation highlighting the city’s revenues, expenditures, five- year projection, and budget augmentations.
Action Taken: The City Council (1) received and filed the FY 2023-2024 Mid-Year Financial Report; (2) authorized the increase of Committed Catastrophic-Event by $500,000 from $5.34 million to $5.84 million; and (3) authorized an additional budget appropriation of $669,550 from various funds.
Motion: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Wong and seconded by Mayor Sanchez, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
3-D. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO REMOVE AN INITIATIVE MEASURE FROM THE NOVEMBER 5, 2024,
REGULAR MUNICIPAL ELECTION BALLOT CONCERNING MINIMUM WAGES
FOR HEALTHCARE WORKERS
Adopting the attached resolution to the staff report will remove a ballot initiative from the November 5, 2024 regular municipal election concerning minimum wage for healthcare workers (the “Initiative”). The City Council adopted a resolution adding the Initiative to the ballot in 2022. Senate Bill 525 (2023) (“SB 525”) was chaptered on October 13, 2023 and expressly preempts the Initiative. Additionally, On January 9, 2024, the initiative proponent requested withdrawal of the initiative.
Action Taken: The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024- R5 removing an initiative measure from the November 5, 2024, regular municipal election ballot concerning minimum wages for healthcare workers, on Consent Calendar.
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Motion: Moved by Council Member Ngo and seconded by Council Member Lo, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
Resolution No. 2024-R5
A RESOLUTION REMOVING AN INITIATIVE MEASURE FROM THE
NOVEMBER 5, 2024 REGULAR MUNICIPAL ELECTION BALLOT
CONCERNING MINIMUM WAGES FOR HEALTHCARE WORKERS
3-E. ACCEPTANCE OF SGVMWD GRANT FOR THE LIFE LINE PROGRAM
The San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District (SGVMWD) is awarding the city $50,000 in grant funding to assist low-income residents with their water bills. Staff requests the City Council accept the grant funds and allocate the $50,000 in grant funds to the FY 2023-2024 budget.
Action Taken: The City Council (1) a ccepted grant funding in the amount of $50,000 from the San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District (SGVMWD) for water bill assistance to low income residents; (2) authorized the City Manager to execute the Grant Agreement, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with SGVMWD for this grant program; and (3) authorized the Finance Department to allocate $50,000 in grant funding to the FY2023-2024 budget.
Motion: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Wong and seconded by Council Member Ngo, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
3-F. BRUGGEMEYER LIBRARY IMPROVEMENTS – AWARD OF PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACT TO U.S. BUILDERS AND CONSULTANTS INC.
Capital Improvement Project (“CIP”) No. 95011 - Bruggemeyer Library Improvements project includes improvements to the library storytime room and the installation of stained- glass windows. Pursuant to Resolution No. 2023- R52, the Public Works Director solicited bids for the expansion of the Library Storytime room (Specification No. 2024- 001). The public bid opening for the Library Storytime
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room was held on January 24, 2024. Four bids were received: U.S. Builders and Consultants Inc., At Your Service Construction & Energy, Bridgerock Construct Inc., and Newbuild Construction and Restoration. Staff also solicited informal bids for the installation of stained-glass windows in the Library’s Honor Wall of Donors.
The City received only one bid from U.S. Builders and Consultants Inc. for $14,000.
It is recommended that City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a Public Works contract with U.S. Builders and Consultants Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, for the Bruggemeyer Library Improvements to include both the Storytime renovations and the installation of the stained- glass windows in the amount of $109,650, plus a contingency amount not to exceed $3,800.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
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”). CEQA Guideline § 15301(c) (Existing Facilities) exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, alteration of existing public or private structures which involve negligible or no expansion of existing or former use. The proposed work will occur entirely within an existing structure. Accordingly, no further environmental review is required.
Action Taken: The City Council authorized the City Manager to execute a public works contract, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with U.S. Builders and Consultants Inc. in the contract amount of $109,650 for the Bruggemeyer Library Improvements Projec t and authorized the Director of Public Works to approve change orders not to exceed $ 3,800 over the total contract amount , on Consent Calendar.
3-G. FIRE STATION 61 EXHAUST SYSTEM REPLACEMENT – CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION: (1) AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH AIR EXCHANGE, INC.
FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF AN EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR FIRE STATION 61 WITHOUT THE NEED FOR COMPETITIVE BIDDING; AND (2) ADDING THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF AN EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR FIRE STATION 61 TO THE 2023-2024 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
The City received $82,101.88 in grant funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (“FEMA”) Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program, with a matching City contribution of $8,210.19. The grant funds were awarded to the City to update the vehicle exhaust system at Fire Station 61.
The City proposes to enter into an agreement with Air Exchange, Inc. under the competitive bid executed by the City of Los Angeles for the purchase and installation of exhaust system for Fire Station 61, which includes mini rail systems, magnetic grabber and hoses, motor, fans and ancillaries.
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CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
The City reviewed the environmental impacts of the proposed activity 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”). CEQA Guideline § 15301(c) (Existing Facilities) exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, alteration of existing public or private structures which involve negligible or no expansion of existing or former use. The proposed work will occur entirely within an existing structure. Accordingly, no further environmental review is required.
Action Taken: The City Council a uthorized the City Manager to execute a public works maintenance agreement, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with Air Exchange, Inc. in the amount of $90,312.07 for the Fire Station 61 Exhaust System Project and adopted Resolution No. 2024- R to add the Fire Station Exhaust System Project to the fiscal year 2023- 2024 Capital Improvement Program , on Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 2024-R6
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT WITH AIR EXCHANGE, INC FOR THE PURCHASE AND
INSTALLATION OF AN EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR FIRE STATION 61 WITHOUT THE NEED FOR COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2023-R52 TO ADD THE FIRE STATION 61 EXHAUST SYSTEM PROJECT TO THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN (“CIP”) AND FINDING SUCH
AMENDMENT CONFORMS WITH THE GENERAL PLAN.
3-H. ANNUAL WEED ABATEMENT DECLARATION LIST
The County of Los Angeles Department of Agriculture Commissioner/Weights and Measures (Weed Abatement Division) has submitted the annual Weed Abatement Declaration List to the City. The Weed Abatement Declaration List (“Declaration List”) is a list of parcels in Monterey Park which have been identified by inspection to contain, or have the potential to contain weeds, brush or other flammable materials sufficient to be considered a fire hazard. The accompanying Resolution seeks City Council approval to declare the properties on the annual Weed Abatement Declaration List to be public nuisances which may be abated. The authority to remove properties from the Declaration List, upon request and after investigation, will be assigned to the City Manager or designee.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
Adoption of this Resolution is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) under CEQA Guidelines § 15061(b)(3) 15061 because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the Resolution may have a significant effect on the environment.
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This is a Carryover of Agenda Item No. 1A from February 7, 2024 5:30 p.m. Special City Council Meeting and added to this meeting under Consent Calendar Item No. 3H.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the minutes from the regular and special meetings of December 6, 2023, on Consent Calendar.
4. PUBLIC HEARING – None.
5. NEW BUSINESS
5-A. TREE MEMORIAL PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION FOR CAROL AND LARRY
SULLIVAN
Councilmember Vinh Ngo submitted a nomination for Carol and Larry Sullivan for the Tree Memorial Recognition Program for their many years of dedication and service to the Monterey Park community. Tree Memorial honorees are nominated based on the criteria established in Resolution Nos. 10485 and 11484 (Attachment 1 to the staff report).
If approved by City Council, Carol and Larry Sullivan will be honored with a Tree Memorial for their service and positive impact on the Monterey Park community.
This item was heard after Presentation.
Action Taken: The City Council authorized the City Manager to take actions to honor Carol and Larry Sullivan with a memorial tree and plaque.
Motion: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Wong and seconded by Council Member Ngo, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
6. CITY COMMUNICATIONS (CITY COUNCIL)
6-A. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONTEREY PARK,
CALIFORNIA, DECLARING AND RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2024 AS NATIONAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH
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Action Taken: The City Council adopted Resolution 2024- R7 declaring and recognizing the month of February 2024 as National Black History Month.
Motion: Moved by Mayor Sanchez and seconded by Council Member Yiu, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Wong, Yiu, Ngo, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
Resolution No. 2024-R7
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONTEREY PARK,
CALIFORNIA, DECLARING AND RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2024 AS NATIONAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH
CITY COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Lo thanked the community for attending the Candlelight Vigil. He said he participated in the City Council Strategic Planning meeting and took the opportunity to thank Mayor Sanchez for his leadership as Mayor for the past year.
Council Member Yiu conveyed her appreciation to Mayor Sanchez for his term as Mayor. She thanked staff for planning and organizing the city’s Candlelight Vigil.
She mentioned that the City Council Strategic Planning Meeting was very productive and spoke about the great team dynamic between the City Council and with staff. She spoke about the city’s Lunar New Year Festival, that it was well attended with over 200,000 attendees. She shared her experience with parking at the Lunar New Year Festival and requested that the city waive the parking citations.
Council Member Ngo talked about his attendance at the various city events: Gun Violence Restraining Order training on January 18, Ribbon Cutting for Bella Vista Park Playground on January 20, Candlelight Vigil on January 21, and Lunar New Year Festival. He also announced that he attended an event celebrating Lunar New Year at the Golden Age Manor located in the city. He wished everyone a safe and Happy Lunar New Year.
Mayor Pro Tem Wong mentioned that he attended many of the same events his fellow Council Members attended. He expressed his appreciation to the staff for organizing all the city events. He stated that he attended the city’s 2024 Homeless Count on January 23 and the Boys & Girls Club’s Youth of the Year celebration.
He showed his gratitude and appreciation to Mayor Sanchez for his tenure as Mayor and wished everyone a Happy Lunar New Year.
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Mayor Sanchez said he also attended many of the same events his fellow Council Members attended. He talked about the city’s Roundtable event prior to the Candlelight Vigil. He briefly spoke about the City Council Strategic Planning Meeting and was very inspired by city leaders and the vision to move the city forward. He took a moment to thank staff and the City Council for all their support during his term as Mayor. He expressed his sincere gratitude to his wife for her patience and support and wished everyone a Happy Lunar New Year.
7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
8. CLOSED SESSION (IF REQUIRED; CITY ATTORNEY TO ANNOUNCE) None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business for consideration, Mayor Sanchez adjourned the meeting at 8:37 p.m.
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Maychelle Yee
City Clerk
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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
MINUTES
MONTEREY PARK CITY COUNCIL
FINANCING AUTHORITY (MPFA)
HOUSING AUTHORITY (MPHA)
GEOLOGIC HAZARD ABATEMENT DISTRICT (GHAD)
SUCCESSOR AGENCY (SA)
SPECIAL MEETING
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
The City Council, the Financing Authority (MPFA), the Housing Authority (MPHA), the Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD), and the Successor Agency (SA) of the City of Monterey Park held a Special Meeting of the Council in the Council Chamber, located at 320 West Newmark Avenue in the City of Monterey Park, Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Sanchez called the meeting to order at 6:08 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE:
The Monterey Park Police Color Guard led the flag salute.
NATIONAL ANTHEM:
Sophia On Yee Cheong sang the National Anthem.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Civic Superstar Emari Campell led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk Maychelle Yee called the roll:
Council Members Present: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Yvonne Yiu
Council Members Absent: None
ALSO PRESENT: City Treasurer Amy Lee, City Manager Inez Alvarez, City Attorney Karl Berger, Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia, City Librarian Kristin Olivarez, Public Works Director Shawn Igoe, Finance Director Martha Garcia, Interim Fire Chief Christopher Thompson, Police Chief Scott Weise, Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Christine Tomikawa, Recreation and Community Services Director Robert Aguirre, Community Development Director Jessica Serrano, Deputy City Clerk Cindy Trang
AGENDA ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, CHANGES AND ADOPTIONS
None.
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PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Congratulatory and Recognition certificates and well wishes were presented to Outgoing Mayor Sanchez, Incoming Mayor Pro Tem Ngo, Incoming Mayor Wong from the Honorable Congressmember Judy Chu; Los Angeles County Assessor Jeff Prang; Alex Avanesyan, District Representative for Senator Susan Rubio; Jennifer Tang, District Director for Assembly Member Mike Fong; Frank Lu, Representative for the Los Angeles Board of Supervisors; Former State Assemblymember Mike Eng; Bob Gin and Kenneth Tang, Alhambra Unified School District Board Members; Jeffrey Koji Maloney and Sasha Renee Perea, City of Alhambra Council Members; Pedro Pizarro, Caroline Choi, Larry Chung, and Zanku Armenian, Representatives of Sothern California Edison.
City Clerk Yee recognized special guests in attendance, including elected officials and current and former leaders of the community: South Pasadena Council Member Michael Cacciotti, Monterey Park Former Council Members Hans Liang, Peter Chan, Stephen Lam, David Lau, Lily Chen, Anthony Wong, Former City Clerk Vincent Chang, Former City Manager Ron Bow.
1. NEW BUSINESS
1-A. OUTGOING ADDRESS BY MAYOR SANCHEZ
Mayor Sanchez gave his outgoing speech.
1-B. PRESENTATION TO OUTGOING MAYOR SANCHEZ
1-C. REORGANIZATION OF MONTEREY PARK CITY COUNCIL
Appointing the Mayor and the Mayor Pro Tem in accordance with City Council policy established by Resolution No. 11507.
Action Taken: The City Council appointed Thomas Wong as Mayor and Vinh Ngo as Mayor Pro Tem in accordance with City Council policy established by Resolution No. 11507.
Motion: Moved by Council Member Lo and seconded by Council Member Yiu, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
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1-D. MAYOR PRO TEM INSTALLATION OF VINH NGO
Oath of Office – The Oath of Office for incoming Mayor Pro Tem Vinh Ngo was conducted by the Honorable Judge Ed Chau.
Presentation of Name Badge and Business Cards – Mayor Pro Tem Ngo’s niece and nephew presented the name badge and business cards.
Presentation of Certifications
Comments by Mayor Pro Tem – Mayor Pro Tem Ngo made a few brief comments.
1-E. MAYORAL INSTALLATION OF THOMAS WONG
Oath of Office – The Oath of Office for incoming Mayor Thomas Wong was conducted by California Assembly Member and Former California State Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon.
Presentation of Name Badge and Business Cards – Mayor Wong’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wong, presented the gavel, name badge, and business cards.
Presentation of Certifications
1-F. MAYOR’S ADDRESS
Mayor Wong gave his incoming Mayor address.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business for consideration, the meeting was adjourned at 7:48 p.m.
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Maychelle Yee
City Clerk
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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.
MINUTES
MONTEREY PARK CITY COUNCIL
FINANCING AUTHORITY (MPFA)
HOUSING AUTHORITY (MPHA)
GEOLOGIC HAZARD ABATEMENT DISTRICT (GHAD)
SUCCESSOR AGENCY (SA)
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
The City Council, the Financing Authority (MPFA), the Housing Authority (MPHA), the Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD), and the Successor Agency (SA) of the City of Monterey Park held a Regular Meeting of the Council in the Council Chamber, located at 320 West Newmark Avenue in the City of Monterey Park, Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Wong called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE:
The Monterey Park Police Explorer led the flag salute. Pledge of Allegiance presented by Civic Superstar Luna Pina.
ROLL CALL:
City Clerk Maychelle Yee called the roll:
Council Members Present: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Yvonne Yiu
Council Members Absent: None
ALSO PRESENT: City Treasurer Amy Lee, City Manager Inez Alvarez, City Attorney Karl Berger, Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia, City Librarian Kristin Olivarez, Director of Public Works Shawn Igoe, Director of Recreation and Community Services Robert Aguirre, Director of Finance Martha Garcia, Community Development Director Jessica Serrano, Director of Human Resources and Risk Manager Christine Tom ikawa, Police Chief Scott Wiese, Interim Fire Chief Chris Thompson, Public Works Manager Chris Reyes, Finance Manager Laura Borjon, Recreation Manager Christina Alatorre, Fi re Marshal Jessica Estrella, Deputy City Clerk Cindy Trang
VIRTUALLY PRESENT: Financial Analyst Patricia Cruz
AGENDA ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, CHANGES AND ADOPTIONS
City Manager Alvarez requested to move Item No. 1A to the March 6 , 2024 Council Meeting. The Los Angeles County presenters were not available to present this evening.
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PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
- Nidal Oudeh spoke about public record requests through the City Clerk’s Office.
He had questions about an incident that occurred in the year 2022 involving the Police Department.
- Alex Lee spoke about improper parking citation issued during the city’s Lunar New Year event. He stated the response he received from the Monterey Park Parking Enforcement Division in his assessment is unsatisfactory.
- Jenny Chen spoke about procedural errors with her vehicle parking citation. She references Monterey Park Municipal Code Section 10.48.160 and expressed her opinion on the procedural grounds for lack of prerequisite resolution and asked the Council to dismiss citations.
- Linda Tang, resident, spoke about the city limiting Airbnb or short-term leases to a minimum of 500 to 1000 feet distance from each other. She expressed that Airbnb is not healthy for residents and that there are over 1000 Airbnb in the city, of which half are not permitted and not paying local taxes. Public speakers Kathy Tien, Harrison Tang, and Khu Huang yielded their speaking time to Linda Tang.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
- Police Department: Police Chief Wiese introduced the Neighborhood Engagement Team (NET). Sergeant Randy Esparza, supervisor who oversees the NET introduced some of the team members in attendance: Senior N ET Officer, Corporal Izzy Flores, Outreach and Housing Navigation Coordinator Shadene Womack, and Los Angeles County Dep artment of Mental Health Clinician Gabriela Sanchez. They made a presentation on the 2024 Homeless Count as well as their operations.
- Recreation and Community Services: Director of Recreation and Community Services Aguirre thanked everyone for coming to the Langley Senior Center Lunar New Year celebration sponsored by the Department of Mental Health. He spoke about the success of the Teatime program at the Langley Senior Center hosted by the Department of Mental Health, the Scam Alert workshop hosted by the YWCA, Show the Love Gram, and Silverback Club Workout Class. Director Aguirre spoke about upcoming events and programs including the Youth Mental Health Summit, community engagement in the Parks S ystem Master Plan, volunteering opportunities at the Langley Senior Center, Spring Egg Hunt, and Cherry Blossom Festival.
1. PR
ESENTATION
Matters listed under presentation are informational content and for discussion only.
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1-A. LOS ANGELES COUNTY EFFORTS TO ADDRESS HUMAN TRAFFICKING – UPDATE
This item was continued to the March 6, 2024 Council Meeting. The Los Angeles County presenters were not available to present this item.
2. O LD BUSINESS – None.
3. CO
NSENT CALENDAR ITEMS NOS. 3A-3N
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.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Agenda Item Nos. 3A – 3N on Consent Calendar, excluding Item Nos. 3B , 3 C, 3 I, and 3K which were pulled for discussion, separate motion, reading resolutions and ordinances by the title only and waiving further reading thereof. Mayor Wong declared a c onflict of interest for Agenda Item No. 3I as he is a B oard Member on the Alhambra Educational Foundation.
Motion: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ngo and seconded by Council Member Yiu, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong, Sanchez
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: Wong (Agenda Item No.3-I)
3-A. M ONTHLY INVESTMENT REPORT – JANUARY 2024
As of January 31, 2024, invested funds for the City of Monterey Park total $66,820,043.27.
Action Taken: The City Council received and filed the monthly investment report, on Consent Calendar.
3-B. 2022-2023 ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT
The City’s auditor, The Pun Group LLP, an independent auditor and one of the nation’s leading CPA firms, completed the audit of the City’s annual financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. The audited financial statements are incorporated into an ACFR.
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This is the first year that the Pun Group is performing the annual audit of the City’s financial records. The auditor issued an unmodified (“clean”) opinion on the City’s financial statements.
An unmodified opinion indicates that the financial data of the City is fairly presented in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) in the United States of America and the standards are applicable to the financial audits contained in Government Audit Standards, issued by the Comptroller General of the United States. These standards require that the auditors plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance as to whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement and accurately reflect the City’s financial position.
Additionally, the auditors’ report does not indicate any negative findings, internal control deficiencies, or instances of noncompliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Discussion: Finance Manager Borjon presented a PowerPoint presentation on the city ’s Annual Comprehensive Finance Report (ACFR) and was available to answer questions.
Action Taken: The City Council received and filed the 2022- 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
Motion: Moved by Council M ember Sanchez and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ngo, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Sanchez, Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
3-C. DIRECT THE CITY MANAGER TO IMPLEMENT THE APPROVED WATER RATES EFFECTIVE MARCH 1, 2024
Ordinance No. 2239 became effective January 19, 2024. It increases water rates by the following percentages: year 1, 32%; year 2, 8%; year 3, 8%; year 4, 7%; and year 5, 8%. These rates were scheduled to increase beginning February 1, 2024.
During the November 15, 2023 City Council meeting, Council directed the City Manager to explore bond financing in order to provide an upfront infusion of funding for water infrastructure needs. Since then, the City Manager and Finance Director have worked with a team of experts on bond financing.
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This process has taken longer than originally anticipated due to challenges in collecting historical data for the bond disclosure and loan documents. On January 17, the City Council postponed implementing the increased water rates until after the City Council considers issuing bonds for infrastructure financing.
On February 7, the City Council received a status report regarding the challenges still being encountered in the bond process.
Public Speakers:
- Consultants Michael Busch, Chief Strategy Officer of Urban Futures, Rick Simonson, Vice-President of HF & H Consultants, LLC., and Financial Analyst Cruz were virtually present and available for questions.
Action Taken: The City Council d irected the City Manager to implement the approved water rates effective March 1, 2024.
Motion: Moved by Council Member Lo and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ngo, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Sanchez, Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
3-D. NOTICE OF COMPLETION – VARIOUS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Pursuant to City Council Resolution No. 11701, the Public Works Director is authorized to record a Notice of Completion for Capital Improvement Projects (“CIP”). The City recently completed CIP 96004 - Traffic Signal Improvements Project HSIP Cycle 7, CIP 96029 - HVAC Improvements at Various City Facilities, CIP 96033 - 2022 Catch Basin Retrofit Device Installation, and CIP 95028 Barnes Park Amphitheater. Upon completion, the work was inspected and approved by the City Engineer. It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the Notices of Completion recorded by the Public Works Director for these projects.
Action Taken: The City Council (1) received and filed the Notice of Completion recorded by the Public Works Director on December 4, 2023 accepting the Traffic Signal Improvements Project -HSIP Cycle 7 completed by PTM General Engineering Services, Inc.; (2) received and filed the Notice of C ompletion recorded by the Public Works Director on January 2, 2024 accepting HVAC Improvements at Various City Facilities completed by Carrier Corporation; (3) received and filed the Notice of Completion recorded by the Public Works Director on January 11, 2024 accepting the 2022 Catch Basin Retrofit Device Installation project completed by United Storm Water, Inc.; and (4) received and filed the
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Notice of Completion recorded by the Public Works Director on January 24, 2024 accepting the Barnes Park Amphitheater Project completed by Irwin Seating Company, on Consent Calendar.
3-E. NOTICE OF COMPLETION AND TERMINATION OF LOCAL EMERGENCY
GOVERNING THE MONTEREY PASS ROAD EMERGENCY WATERLINE
IMPROVEMENTS
On August 17, 2022, City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022- R69 authorizing the City Manager to take necessary measures for emergency repair of a water main line on Monterey Pass Road. The City added the Monterey Pass Road Waterline Improvements to the City’s Capital Improvement Program (“CIP”) as Project No. 99025. The project is now complete, and it is recommended that the City Council receive and file the Notice of Completion and adopt a resolution terminating the local emergency governing the Monterey Pass Road Waterline Project.
Action Taken: The City Council received and filed the Notice of Completion for CIP 99025 – Monterey Pass Road Waterline Improvements, recorded by the Public Works Director of February 5,2024 and adopted Resolution No. 2024- R8 terminating the local emergency governing the Monterey Pass Road Waterline Project, on Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 2024-R8
A RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL TERMINATING THE
MONTEREY PASS ROAD WATERLINE LOCAL EMERGENCY
3-F. LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE SALVATION ARMY FOR USE OF SPACE AT THE CITY’S COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP EVENTS
The City hosts community clean -up events throughout the year to provide the community an opportunity to dispose of unwanted bulky items and electronic waste through Athens Services. Items collected may include usable items such as furniture, rugs, clothing, appliances, and small electronic devices. On April 5, 2023, City Council approved a Lic ense Agreement with Salvation Army to utilize space within the City’s Community Clean -up events to collect unwanted items from the public. This partnership helps to increase waste diversion and promote the reuse of items.
In 2023, Salvation Army participated in two events and they also participated in the City’s January 2024 clean-up event. It is recommended that City Council authorize the City Manager to renew License Agreement 2355- AD with the Salvation Army for the usage of space at the City’s future clean-up events. The License Agreement with Salvation Army expires on February 14, 2024. It is recommended that the City Council consider authorizing the City Manager to renew the License Agreement for up to three years. The City would retain the authority to terminate
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the License Agreement with or without cause upon 30 days notice to Salvation Army.
Action Taken: The City Council authorized the City Manager to renew License Agreement 2355- AD with the Salvation Army, in a form approved by the City Attorney to utilize space within the City’s Community Clean- up events to collect unwanted items from the public, on Consent Calendar.
3-G. FLEET AND FUEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM – AWARD OF CONTRACT
On September 6, 2023 Public Works Director solicited proposals for a fleet and fuel management software system that provides vehicle tracking, maintenance scheduling, inventory management, fuel distribution management, and real -time reporting of these activities for the City’s fleet division. Two bids were received in response to the request for proposals. The Public Works Director completed his review of bids, and recommends that City Council award a contract to Faster Asset Solutions, the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of $508,202.00, for a five year term.
Action Taken: The City Council authorized the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with Faster Asset Solutions in the contract amount of $508,202.00 for the Fleet Management System, on Consent Calendar.
3-H. P LANNING SERVICES AUGMENTATION WITH WILLDAN GROUP, INC.
On January 26, 2024, the City executed an on- call professional services agreement with the Willdan Group to provide special planning services for tasks associated with processing the Atlantic Square land use applications. TRC is the applicant for these applications and is reimbursing the City for all of Willdan’s services.
The Community Development Director would like to supplement the City’s routine planning services with Willdan’s assistance. This need is a result of the City’s ongoing struggle in finding qualified employees to fully staff the City’s various departments.
Willdan’s professional services agreement allows the City to issue task orders for various services . Here, the requested action is to authorize the City Manager to issue a task order for supplemental planning services in an amount not to exceed $150,000 per year.
Action Taken: The City Council authorized the City Manager to utilize Willdan Group, Inc. for providing routine planning services to assist the Community Development Department, not to exceed $150,000 annually , on Consent Calendar.
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3-I. A PPROVAL OF AN ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION PERMIT AND PERMIT FEE
WAIVER ALLOWING THE ALHAMBRA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION TO
CONDUCT ALCOHOL SALES AT THE HAPPY BIRTHDAY MONTEREY PARK, PLAY DAYS CARNIVAL MONTHLY INVESTMENT REPORT – JANUARY 2024
This item was heard after Agenda Item No. 3K.
The City of Monterey Park traditionally celebrates its “birthday” each May with a four-day celebration in Barnes Park, “Happy Birthday Monterey Park, Play Days.” The festivities include carnival rides, games, food trucks, and live entertainment.
At the November 15, 2023, meeting, the City Council expressed an interest in adding a “Beer Garden” to the Play Days event in 2024. City staff contacted the Alhambra Educational Foundation to confirm their interest in providing a “Beer Garden” at the Play Days carnival as a fundraiser for their 501c3 Nonprofit organization. The Alhambra Educational Foundation has experience with providing “Beer Gardens” at other events. They are confident this opportunity would provide additional funds to support and enhance the educational programs of the Alhambra Unified School District.
Discussion: A brief discussion ensued about the alcohol sales at our Play Days Carnival. John Nunez and Martin Ulloa from the Alhambra Educational Foundation were present and responded to questions posed by the City Council.
Action Taken: Mayor Wong declared a potential conflict as he serves as a Board Member on the Alhambra Educational Foundation. He left the dais and did not participate in discussion on this item. The City Council approved the Alcohol Consumption permit allowing the Alhambra Educational Foundation to conduct alcohol sales at the Play Days Carnival, May 9-12, 2024 and approved an Alcohol Consumption permit fee waiver of $119.
Motion: Moved by Council Member Sanchez and seconded by Council Member Lo, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Sanchez, Lo, Yiu, Ngo
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: Wong
3-J. ANNUAL WEED ABATEMENT DECLARATION LIST
At the February 7, 2024 meeting, the City Council adopted the Annual Weed Abatement Resolution with its Declaration List. Due to clerical error, the recommendations for the item were not listed properly on the agenda, however,
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the staff report was correct. In an abundance of caution and to eliminate any confusion, the City Council is requested to reconsider the matter and adopt the Resolution.
The County of Los Angeles Department of Agriculture Commissioner/Weights and Measures (Weed Abatement Division) has submitted the annual Weed Abatement Declaration List to the City. The Weed Abatement Declaration List (“Declaration List”) is a list of parcels in Monterey Park which have been identified by inspection to contain, or have the potential to contain weeds, brush or other flammable materials sufficient to be considered a fire hazard. The accompanying Resolution seeks City Council approval to declare the properties on the annual Weed Abatement Declaration List to be public nuisances which may be abated. The authority to remove properties from the Declaration List, upon request and after investigation, will be assigned to the City Manager or designee.
Action Taken: The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024 -R9 with the Declaration List, on Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 2024-R9
A RESOLUTION ADOPTED PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 39561
DECLARING THAT WEEDS, BRUSH, RUBBISH, REFUSE AND DIRT UPON
AND IN FRONT OF CERTAIN PUBLIC AND PRIVATE PROPERTY IN THE CITY
ARE A PUBLIC NUISANCE, AND DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO PROVIDE
FOR ABATEMENT
3-K. CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION
AMENDING THE MONTEREY PARK BAIL SCHEDULE AND REQUESTING
THE PRESIDING JUDGE OF THE LOS ANGELES SUPERIOR COURT
APPROVE THE AMENDED BAIL SCHEDULE FOR MISDEMEANOR AND
INFRACTION VIOLATIONS OF THE MONTEREY PARK MUNICIPAL CODE
This item was heard after Agenda Item No. 3C.
In May 2021, the City Council adopted a bail schedule which the Los Angeles Superior Court Executive Committee approved for use on September 15, 2021 (the “Bail Schedule”). The Bail Schedule was adopted to allow the City the opportunity to address Monterey Park Municipal Code (“MPMC”) violations that affect the quality of life in the City and a result of Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascon’s non -prosecution policy for a range of misdemeanor offenses.
Since the Bail Schedule’s adoption, the City has adopted new regulations that are not reflected in the Bail Schedule and, therefore, that cannot be prosecuted.
Accordingly, it is recommended that the City Council adopt the attached Resolution amending the Bail Schedule and granting the City Manager authority to amend the Bail Schedule from time to time to ensure that MPMC violations can be prosecuted.
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Action Taken: The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-R10 amending the Monterey Park Bail Schedule and requesting the presiding judge of the Los Angeles Superior Court approve the amended bail schedule for misdemeanor and infraction violations of the Monterey Park Municipal Code.
Motion: Moved by Council Member Lo and seconded by Council Member Yiu, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Sanchez, Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
Resolution No. 2024-R10
A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE MONTEREY PARK BAIL SCHEDULE AND
REQUESTING THE PRESIDING JUDGE OF THE LOS ANGELES SUPERIOR COURT
APPROVE THE AMENDED BAIL SCHEDULE FOR MISDEMEANOR AND INFRACTION
VIOLATIONS OF THE MONTEREY PARK MUNICIPAL CODE
3-L. RENEWAL OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES GENERAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT
On March 6, 2019, the then- City Council authorized the renewal of the General Services Agreement (GSA) with the County of Los Angeles (County) to provide certain services for the City. The term of that agreement was from July 1, 2019, to June 30, 2024. To ensure the continuation of the services, the City would need to renew a new five-year agreement.
Action Taken: The City Council authorized the City Manager to execute a General Services Agreement with the County of Los Angeles in a form approved by the City Attorney, on Consent Calendar.
3-M. 2020 STATE HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT PROGRAM – COST SAVINGS
PROJECTS
The City of Monterey Park Fire Department was notified of a second approved modification for an increase of $40,000 for the 2020 State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSP 2020 Grant). Pursuant to Resolution No. 11740 adopted by the City Council on May 6, 2015, the Interim Fire Chief is reporting to the City Council the type of money obtained and the project details.
Action Taken: The City Council received and filed this report, on Consent Calendar.
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3-N. FISCAL YEAR 2023 ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS GRANTS (AFG)
PROGRAM
The City of Monterey Park Fire Department received Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) from the Federal Management Agency (FEMA) regarding a formal invitation to submit a full application for consideration of Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) funds. The Fire Department (Department) seeks to submit two separate applications for this grant funding cycle.
The first application is to replace the Department’s aging self-contained breathing apparatus. If the City is awarded grant funds for this project, the total proposed budget is $768,683.29, which includes a federal share request of $698,802.99, and a required applicant match of $69,880.30. The application Activity Title is Personal Protective Equipment: Respirator Decontamination System (SCBA).
The second application is to update the air compressor system at Fire Station 61.
If the City is awarded grant funds for this project, the total proposed budget is $99,511.72, which includes a federal share request of $90,465.20, and a required applicant match of $9,046.52. The application Activity Title is Personal Protective Equipment: Air Compressor/Fill Station/Cascade System Replacement.
Action Taken: The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024- R11 authorizing the City Manager or designee, to apply for, receive, and appropriate grant funds for the Fiscal Year 2023 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program and authorized the City’s Finance Department to appropriate money from the General Fund balance to fund the required applicant match if the grant is awarded, on Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 2024-R11
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER, OR DESIGNEE, TO
APPLY FOR, RECEIVE, AND APPROPRIATE GRANT FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2023 ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS GRANTS PROGRAM –
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: AIR COMPRESSOR / FILL STATION /
CASCADE SYSTEM REPLACEMENT AND RESPIRATOR DECONTAMINATION
SYSTEM (SCBA)
4. PUBLIC HEARING – None.
5. NEW BUSINESS – None.
6. CITY COMMUNICATIONS (CITY COUNCIL)
6-A. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONTEREY PARK, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING AND RECOGNIZING MARCH 2-6, 2024, AS READ
ACROSS AMERICA WEEK (REQUESTED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SANCHEZ)
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Action Taken: The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-R12 declaring and recognizing March 2-6, 2024, as Read Across America Week.
Motion: Moved by Council Member Sanchez and seconded by Council Member Yiu, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Sanchez, Lo, Yiu, Ngo, Wong
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
Resolution No. 2024-R12
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONTEREY PARK, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING AND RECOGNIZING MARCH 2 -6, 2024, AS READ
ACROSS AMERICA WEEK
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Sanchez stated he and Mayor Pro Tem Ngo attended the Sister Cities Ad Hoc Committee meeting regarding the Sister Cities Commission. He said he participated in the Langley Senior Center Lunar New Year celebration, the San Gabriel Lunar New Year festival, and the Police Explorer luncheon at Luminarias.
He announced that the Alhambra High School Academic Decathlon Team won the Los Angeles County championship for the first time in the history of Alhambra High School, and currently ranked No. 3 f or the State competition and are excited to advance to Nationals to be held in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. He congratulated incoming Mayor Wong and Mayor Pro Tem Ngo.
Council Member Lo said he attended many of the same events as Council Member Sanchez. He shared that the Monterey Park Lunar New Year festival had a great turnout and the sister cities in the area also carried on the tradition. He concluded that he also attended the Alhambra Lunar New Year festival and the Police Explorer luncheon and reminded voters of the Primary Election on March 5.
Council Member Yiu reported she attended many of the same events that Council Members Sanchez and Lo mentioned. She said she received positive feedback from the parents of the youths enrolled in the Monterey Park Police Explorer program. She expressed her appreciation to outgoing Mayor Sanchez and congratulated incoming Mayor Wong and Mayor Pro Tem Ngo.
Mayor Pro Tem Ngo stated he attended many Lunar New Year events in the community including the Monterey Park Hope Resiliency Center’s Lunar New Year event, the City of San Gabriel ’s Festival , the Taipei Economic Cultural Office ’s Lunar New Year celebration, the Tzu Chi Buddhist Foundation’s event, the Golden Dragon Parade in Chinatown, the US Chaoshan Chamber of Commerce Office’s
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Lunar New Year celebration at the Capital Seafood Restaurant, and the Bank of America Employee Asian Leadership Network. He announced that he will bring another 150 guests to Chef Tony at Courtyard Marriott Monterey Park for an event the following evening. He spoke positively about Council Member Sanchez’s work while serving as Mayor and expressed his support for incoming Mayor Wong. He concluded by sharing the passing of Larry Sullivan on February 12 and spoke about Larry’s many years of continued service to the City. He said the Sullivans have been in Monterey Park for 50- plus years and Larry served on the Library Board of Trustees for many years, was a member of the Alhambra Unified School District Bond Oversight Committee, was a docent for our Historical Museum, was an active member of the Monterey Park Lions Club, served as a Planning Commissioner for seven years, served on the Traff ic Commission, Personnel Board and more. Mayor Pro Tem Ngo also shared that Carol and Larry Sullivan will be honored with tree memorial recognition.
Mayor Wong spoke about his attendance at many of the same events as the other members of Council. He said he participated in the Sustainability Plan Workshop at El Encanto on February 12
th and 13th. He announced that he attended the Boys
& Girls Club Lunar New Year drive-through celebration and many other Lunar New Year celebrations in the community. Mayor Wong talked about his appreciation for the Police Explorer program . He stated that he had a tour of Meaningful Experiences & Relationships through Community Inclusion ( MERCI) facilities located on Chandler Avenue. He thanked the Director General from the Taipei Economic Cultural Office for attending the Mayoral Installation Ceremony and expressed his gratitude for the trust instilled in him by the other Council Members.
7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Pro Tem Ngo directed staff to bring back for discussion the permitting process, code guidance and rules relating to Airbnb.
Council Member Sanchez directed staff to put together an endorsement for Senate Bill SB1094, expansion of civic education to elementary and middle schools, and Assembly Bill AB 2979, the Income Taxation Exclusive Victims Compensation which would not tax qualified victims receiving compensation under this fund.
Council Member Lo requested staff to provide an update to the Council on the Complete Streets and Vision Zero policy.
8. CLOSED SESSION
None
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business for consideration, the meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m. in memory of Larry Sullivan, a longtime resident and community volunteer.
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Maychelle Yee
City Clerk
City Council Staff Report
DATE: Apr
il 17, 2024
AGENDA ITEM NO:
TO: The Honor
able Mayor and City Council
FROM: Amy Lee, City Treasurer
SUBJECT: Monthly Investment Report – March 2024
RECOMMEND
ATION:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Receiving and filing the monthly investment report; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
EXECUTIVE SUM
MARY:
As of March 31, 202 4, invested funds for the City of Monterey Park total $67,106,870.89.
BACKGROUND
:
In accordance with the City’s Investment Policy, a monthly investment report is presented to the City Council showing the types of investments, dates and maturities, amounts of deposits, rates of interest, and the current market values for securities with maturity more than 12 months. The attached monthly investment report includes a summary investment report for the LA County Pooled Investment Fund, which displays the composition by type for the entire pooled investment fund.
Respectfully submitted by: Prepared by:
Amy Lee
City Treasurer
Martha Garcia
Finance Director
Approved by:
Inez Alvarez
Interim City Manager
ATTACHME
NT:
1. Monthly Investment Report
Consent Calendar - 3B
Staff Report
April 17, 2024
ATTACHMENT 1
Monthly Investment Report
INVESTMENTS PORTFOLIO PROFILE:
TOTAL BALANCE AT 03/31/2024 67,106,870.89$
INVESTMENT COMPOSITION
(1) LA COUNTY POOLED INVESTMENT FUND ON DEMAND 4.170% 25,009,266.14$ (2) LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND ON DEMAND 3.670% 14,247,597.22$ (3) CHANDLER ASSET MANAGEMENT 5.850% 20,005,007.53$
Purchase Maturity Interest
(4) CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT Date Date Rate
1 SALLIE MAE BANK 08/11/21 08/12/24 0.70% 245,000
2 TOYOTA FINANCIAL SAVINGS BANK 09/16/21 09/16/24 0.65% 245,000 3 SYNCHRONY BANK 09/17/21 09/17/24 0.65% 245,000
4 UBS BANK USA 09/22/21 09/23/24 0.65% 245,000
5 STATE BANK OF INDIA 10/18/21 10/18/24 0.70% 245,000
6 MEDALLION BANK UTAH 01/28/22 01/28/25 1.25% 245,000
7 PENTAGON FEDERAL UNION 01/31/22 01/31/25 1.25% 245,000 8 BEAL BANK 02/02/22 01/29/25 1.15% 245,000
9 VALLIANCE BANK 03/18/22 03/18/25 1.40% 245,000
10 STATE BANK OF TEXAS 03/25/22 03/25/25 1.45% 245,000 11 FIRST FED SAVINGS & LOAN 03/30/22 03/31/25 2.00% 245,000 12 LAFAYETTE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 03/30/22 03/31/25 2.20% 245,000 13 ALLY BANK 03/31/22 03/28/24 1.95% 245,000
14 COMENITY CAPITAL BANK 04/14/22 04/14/25 2.55% 245,000 15 AMERICU CREDIT UNION 04/21/22 04/21/25 2.30% 245,000 16 BALBOA THRIFT & LOAN 04/29/22 04/29/25 2.00% 245,000 17 CONNEXUS CREDIT UNION 05/26/22 05/28/24 2.65% 245,000 18 METRO CREDIT UNION 07/13/22 07/12/24 3.20% 245,000
19 FIRST TECHNOLOGY CREDIT UNION 08/05/22 08/05/24 3.25% 245,000 20 AUSTIN TELCO FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 12/16/22 12/16/24 5.00% 245,000 21 GREENWOOD MUNICIPAL FED CREDIT UNIO 01/27/23 01/27/25 4.80% 245,000 22 RAIZ CREDIT UNION 01/27/23 01/27/25 4.75% 245,000
23 WORKERS 01/27/23 01/27/25 4.70% 245,000
24 MANUF & TRADERS TRUST CO 01/31/23 01/31/26 4.25% 245,000 25 ALPINE BANK 01/31/23 01/31/25 4.55% 245,000
26 TECHNOLOGY FCU 02/10/23 02/24/25 5.00% 245,000
27 RED CROWN FCU 02/14/23 02/21/25 4.85% 245,000
28 UFIRST FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 02/15/23 02/25/25 4.85% 245,000 29 SEA COMM FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 02/23/23 03/03/25 4.90% 245,000 30 GLOBAL CREDIT UNION 05/02/23 05/12/25 4.85% 245,000 31 WESTERN ALLIANCE BANK 05/02/23 05/05/25 4.85% 245,000 32 PREFERRED BANK 09/03/23 09/03/24 4.16% 100,000
33 PREFERRED BANK 09/08/23 09/08/24 4.16% 150,000
Total CDs (33) 3.254% 7,845,000.00$
OTHER INFORMATION:
BANK BALANCE: (1)
$11,772,949.70
AVERAGE MATURITY DAYS 58
AVERAGE INTEREST RATE FOR THE MONTH 6.248%
THE CITY'S INVESTMENT HAS SUFFICIENT LIQUIDITY TO MEET THE CITY'S EXPENDITURE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE NEXT 180 DAYS. THE 180-DAY LIQUIDITY DISCLOSURE IS REQUIRED PER GOVERNMENT CODE 53646.
THERE HAVE BEEN NO VARIANCES TO THE INVESTMENT POLICY.
(1) Bank balance is maintained to cover outstanding warrants, payroll checks and on-going operating costs.
CITY OF MONTEREY PARK
INVESTMENT REPORT
March 31, 2024
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City Council Staff Report
DATE: April 17, 2024
AGENDA ITEM NO:
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Robert Aguirre, Director of Recreation & Community Services SUBJECT: Tree Memorial Program Recommendation for Lily Lee Chen RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to take action to honor Lily Lee Chen with a memorial tree and plaque; and
2. Taking such additional, related action that may be desirable.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
At the March 26 th City Council meeting, Mayor Wong and the City Council nominated former Mayor Lily Lee Chen for the Tree Memorial Recognition Program for her years of dedication and service to the Monterey Park community. Tree Memorial honorees are nominated based on the criteria established in Resolution Nos. 10485 and 11484 (Attachment 1).
If the City Council approves, Lily Lee Chen will be honored with a Tree Memorial for her positive impact on the Monterey Park community.
BACKGROUND:
Lily Lee Chen served on the City of Monterey Park City Council from 1982-1986 and was Mayor from 1983-1984. By becoming the Mayor of Monterey Park, Lily Lee Chen is recognized as the first Chinese American woman mayor in the United States of America.
During her tenure on the City Council, the City of Monterey Park won the National Civic League All-America City Award in 1985. The award recognizes communities that use inclusive civic engagement to create strong connections with their residents, businesses, and leaders.
Lily Lee Chen served the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services for 27 years . During her career, she established the first Asian -Pacific American human services program, the Asian Pacific Community Outreach Program, and developed outreach centers.
Lily Chen has earned a variety of recognitions. She was appointed to the US State Department’s East-West Center, Board of Governors. Former President Barack Obama awarded Lily Chen the Outstanding Volunteer of the Year award in 2016. In 2017, the Los Angeles Times named her one of the “8 Los Angeles Women You Should Know”.
Consent Calendar - 3C
Staff Report
April 17, 2024
Lily Lee Chen is dedicated to fighting for the rights of the underserved and underrepresented and has served as a role model for generations of women and immigrants.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The Tree Memorial plaque and ceremon y cost approximately $ 300, and f unding is included in the FY 2023-24 adopted budget in the Community Participation Division fund, account no. 1016508-5242.
Respectfully submitted by:
Robert Aguirre
Director of Recreation & Community Services
Approved by: Reviewed by:
Inez Alvarez Justin A. Tamayo
City Manager Deputy City Attorney
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Resolutions 10485 and 11484
Staff Report
April 17, 2024
ATTACHMENT 1
Resolutions 10485 and 11484
RESOLUTION NO. 10485
A RESOLUTION OF TIIE CITY COUNCIL OF TIIE CITY OF MONTEREY
PARK, CALIFORNIA TO ESTABLISH A TREE MEMORIAL NOMINATION
AND AWARD
WHEREAS, the City of Monterey Park would like to acknowledge important and distinguished members of the City, by recognizing them with the dedication of a tree in their honor; and,
WHEREAS, on August 18, 1999 the City Council of Monterey Park directed staff to form a Committee, consisting of2 members of the Recreation and Parks Commission and 2 members from the Historical Heritage Commission, to establish guidelines regarding an individual being considered for a Tree Memorial; and,
WHEREAS, members of the above mentioned Commissions have met and have submitted their recommendations to the City; and,
WHEREAS, City has incorporated these recommendations into a nomination ~ process and award to honor such individuals; and,
WHEREAS, each February a committee of3 members of the Historical Heritage Commission and 2 members of the Recreation and Parks Commission will be assembled as a Nomination Committee to accept applications for nominations; and, WHEREAS, the Nomination Committee, will review nominations for an honor based on the submission of proper documentation and requirements, and, follow guidelines as set forth by the Tree Memorial Committee, and subsequent alternatives as recommended by staff; and,
WHEREAS, the Nomination Committee will make their recommendations to the City Council in April, with a dedication ceremony to be held in May, close to the anniversary of the City's Incorporation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Monterey Park hereby adopts the establishment of the Tree Memorial Nomination and Award, and designates staff to authorize a nomination committee as specified above to accept, review and nominate distinguished individuals as indicated in the following sections.
Resolution No. 10485
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SECTION 1
MEMORIAL PLAQUE I TREE
Plaques to be consistent with plaques that are existing in front of City Hall. Trees that are to be purchased will be of similar type as existing. Cost for the plaques will be charged to the person or group who nominates the individual ($500.00) City Council may waive fees at its discretion.
SECTION II
A.
QUALIFICATIONS
The consideration for selection must include a substantial history of Community Service. For Example:
1. 2.
3. 4.
Individual should have been a long term resident (I 0 years or more) in the City of Monterey Park, and should have provided a service benefit to the entire Community, in one or more of the following ways:
Served on a City elected or appointed position for at least two terms or 5 years, whichever is greater;
Voluntarily served the City as an officer, or board member of, one or more City recognized Service Clubs, volunteer community based organizations or other City service and charitable service organizations, which provide a direct service to Monterey Park residents;
A long term community business leader who has served the Community through his/her financial or voluntary efforts to one or more service and charitable service organization or non profit organization in the City of Monterey Park for a period of no less than 10 years.
An individual, resident or non resident, who has made a significant or cumulative and positive impact on the Community.
B. The term "servedn means that the individual must demonstrate an active role in providing a benefit to the Monterey Park Community, in addition to service to City service and charitable service organizations.
C. Special consideration without regard to the above mentioned qualifications, should be given to an individual, resident or non resident, who has deceased while performing service to our community.
Resolution No. 10485
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SECTION III
NOMINATION PROCESS
A Nominations to be submitted, accepted and considered only one time per year. No limit as to the number of years nominated. No limits imposed on the nomination committee as to how many individuals are recommended each year.
B. Interested parties will be required to fill out an application which will require detailed justification for consideration, provide a picture and other suitable materials deemed necessary. In order to further determine merit, and to add significance to the prestige of the memorial, any individual whose name is put forth should be supported by at least three letters of reference by community members indicating the contribution made and significance, in their opinion.
C. A nomination committee consisting of 5 members from the two Commissions, 3 Historical Heritage and 2 Recreation and Parks, shall be assigned to review the application and consider the qualifications.
D. The time period for nominations are in February, with a selection and ceremony to be held in May, close to the anniversary of the City's incorporation.
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Resolution No. 10485
PASSED AND APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of March, 2000.
ATTEST:
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David M. Barron, City Clerk
City of Monterey Park,
California
StateofCalifornia )
County of Los Angeles ) ss.
City of Monterey Park )
~ela,Mayor
City of Monterey Park
California
I, David Barron, City Clerk of the City of Monterey Park, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No.1048Was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of Monterey Park at a meeting held on the 15 day of March , 2000, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: CBU, BALDERRAMA, ALONSO, VENTI, VALENZUELA NAES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
Dated this 15th day of March '2000.
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David M. Barron, City Clerk
City of Monterey Park
California
RESOLUTION NO. 11484
A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 10485
REGULATING THE PROCEDURES FOR NOMINATIONS AND
ERECTING TREE MEMORIALS.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Monterey Park as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council finds as follows:
A. In 2000, the Monterey Park City Council adopted a resolution to honor community members whose contributions have made a significant impact on the City of Monterey Park by establishing a Tree Memorial Program, and
B. The City Council believes the display of the these trees and plaques enhances City facilities and inspires citizens to contribute to their community; and
C. It is in the public interest for persons recognized with a Tree Memorial to be so honored without the need for paying a fee.
SECTION 2: Amendments. Resolution No. 10485 is amended as follows :
A. Section 1 is amended in its entirety to read as follows: "Plaques to be consistent with plaques that are existing in front of City Hall.
Similar existing trees at Garvey Ranch Park will be used." B. Subsection A of Section 3 is amended in its entirety to read as follows: "Nominations may be submitted, accepted, and considered only once per year. There is no limit to the number of years in which a person may be nominated. Only three nominations will be recommended to the City Council per year. A person may only receive this honor once."
SECTION 3: City Manager Authorization. The city manager is authorized to promulgate administrative policies and procedures to implement and facilitate the directives set forth in this Resolution.
SECTION 4: This Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption and will remain effective unless superseded or repealed.
RESOLUTION NO. 11484
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 2nd day of May, 2012.
ATTEST:
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(DaVidBirTOn, CMC, City Clerk
Monterey Park, Cal" rnia
By:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF MONTEREY PARK )
I, DAVID M. BARRON, CMC, City Clerk of the City of Monterey Park, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No.11484 was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of Monterey Park at a meeting held on the 2nd day of May, 2012, by the following vote:
Ayes:
Naes:
Absent:
Abstain:
Council Members: Chu, Wong, Real Sebastian, lng, Lau
Council Members: None
Council Members: None
Council Members: None
Dated this 2nd day of May 2012.
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David Barron, CMC, City~
Monterey Park, California
RESOLUTION NO.
A RE
SOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF MONTEREY PARK
SUPPORTING A PERMANENT BILATERAL CEASEFIRE TO THE
CONFLICT AND HUMANITARIAN CRISIS IMPACTING GAZA AND
ISRAEL
BE
IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Monterey Park as follows:
SE
CTION 1: The City Council finds as follows:
A. The C
ity of Monterey Park is a diverse community made up of individuals from all cultures, religions, backgrounds and viewpoints who join together to form a community that is inclusive and welcoming;
B. The C
ity of Monterey Park commits to advocating for peace, justice, equality, safety and mutual respect for all people, regardless of religion, race or nationality; C. The C
ity of Monterey Park believes in peace, unity and the value of all human life; D. Hundreds
of thousands of lives are at risk without a permanent ceasefire and delivery of humanitarian and medical aid;
E. Inter
national organizations such as the United Nations General Assembly, the World Health Organization, Amnesty International, Doctors Wi thout Borders, Oxfam, the Carter Center, United Nations Children's Fund, World Food Programme and the International Rescue Committee have made calls for ceasefire and the return of all hostages to prevent further loss of civilian lives; SE
CTION 2: T he City Council of Monterey Park acknowledges the devastating impact of the conflict on civilians, resulting in loss of life, displacement, and widespread suffering; and recognizes the urgency of addressing the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
SE
CTION 3: The City Council joins other cities in calling on Congress and the Biden administration to utilize every tool at its disposal to push for a permanent bilateral ceasefire, immediate safe return and release of all hostages, delivery of substantial and sufficient humanitarian and medical aid to Gaza, and a lasting resolution and durable peace that protects the lives, health and security of all innocent civilians.
SECT
ION 4: The City Council requests that a copy of this resolution be transmitted to the City’s federal representatives and other interested parties.
SE
CTION 5: Severability. If any part of this Resolution 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 Resolution are severable.
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Resolution No.
SE
CTION 6: 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.
SE
CTION 7: Recordation. The Mayor, or presiding officer, is authorized to sign this Resolution signifying its adoption by the City Council of the City of Monterey Park and the City Clerk, or her duly appointed deputy, may attest thereto.
SE
CTION 8: Effective Date. This Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption and will remain effective unless repealed or superseded.
PASSED
AND ADOPTED this 17th day of April, 2024.
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__________________________
Thomas Wong, Mayor
Atte
st:
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Maychelle Yee, City Clerk
Appr
oved as to Form:
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Karl H. Berger, City Attorney
City Council Staff Report
DATE: April 17, 2024
AGENDA ITEM NO:
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Inez Alvarez, City Manager
SUBJECT: Resolution Supporting AB 2485 (RHNA Transparency Reform Act) RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting the resolution in support of AB 2485 (Carrillo, RHNA Transparency Reform Act)
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Assembly Bill 2485 seeks to enhance transparency in the Department of Housing and Community Development’s (HCD) regional housing needs calculation process by creating an advisory panel to advise HCD on this process and requiring the publication of methodologies used by HCD to determine regional housing needs on HCD’s website.
BACKGROUND:
The Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) is a state-mandated program that requires cities and counties to plan for new housing for expected population growth over an eight-year planning period.
Initially, HCD collaborates with regional Councils of Governments (COGs) to establish methodologies for calculating housing needs. The COGs are required to submit data about their jurisdictions, such as anticipated household growth, household size data and trends, jobs and housing imbalances, percentage of households that are overcrowded and cost burdened in the region, to HCD.
HCD then uses that data to calculate the RHNA for each COG. Next, COGs distribute needs to local jurisdictions that develop implementation plans.
In March 2022, the State Auditor conducted an emergency audit to examine the RHNA process and identified several errors in HCD’s housing projections, resulting in a decrease in the housing amounts. Specifically, the Sacramento COG fell short by 2,484 housing units and Santa Barbara COG by 1,338 units.
The State Auditor attributed HCD’s miscalculations to a lack of oversight in staff data entry and a failure to consider all factors required by state law in its estimates. Additionally, the State Auditor stated that shortcomings in calculations and support for HCD’s factor Consent Calendar - 3E
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considerations risk eroding public confidence in HCD’s ability to provide accurate information to COGs about housing needs.
In 2021, the Orange County COGs filed a lawsuit against HCD, claiming that HCD used inaccurate data rates in their evaluations. In a separate lawsuit, individuals and nonprofit corporations argued that HCD failed to consider factors required by law in its assessment for the San Francisco Bay Area COGs.
The State Auditor recommended a formal review process and thorough documentation measures to ensure that all RHNA calculations provided to COGs by the HCD are accurate.
AB 2485 aims for transparency in the RHNA determination process by providing COGs, housing stakeholders, members of the public, and all interested parties with information on the data sources, analyses, and calculation methods used by HCD. Specifically, AB 2485 would do two things. First, it would require HCD to publish on its website the data sources, analysis, and methodology it uses to determine RHNA allocations for each jurisdiction before finalizing the RHNA allocations. Second, HCD would be required to assemble an advisory panel consisting of (1) a United States Census Bureau-a ffiliated practitioner; (2) an expert on population projections and housing needs; and (3) a representative from the COGs. The panel would advise HCD on its methodology for determining how to weigh the data provided by the COGs and the methodology it uses in determining each jurisdiction's RHNA allocation. HCD would have to publish this information on its website before finalizing the RHNA allocations for each jurisdiction.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no immediate fiscal impact associated with the adoption of this resolution.
Respectfully submitted by: Prepared by:
Inez Alvarez
City Manager
Diana Garcia
Assistant City Manager
Reviewed by:
Karl Berger
City Attorney
Staff Report
April 17, 2024
ATTACHMENTS:
1. AB 2485 Bill Text
2. Draft Resolution of Support AB2485
Staff Report
April 1
7, 2024
ATTACHMENT 1
AB 2485 Bill Text
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Date Published: 03/19/2024 09:00 PM
ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 2485
AB-2485 Regional housing need: determination. (2023-2024) AMENDED IN ASSEMBLY MARCH 19, 2024
CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE— 2023–2024 REGULAR SESSION
Introduced by Assembly Member Juan Carrillo
February 13, 2024
An act to amend Section 65584.01 of the Government Code, relating to housing.
LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
AB 2485, as amended, Juan Carrillo. Planning and zoning: regional Regional housing need. need: determination.
The Planning and Zoning Law requires each county and city to adopt a comprehensive, long-term general plan for the physical development of the county or city, which includes, among other mandatory elements, a housing element. That law requires, for the 4th and subsequent revisions of the housing element, the Department of Housing and Community Development (department) to determine the existing and projected need for housing for each region, as specified. That law requires the department, in consultation with the council of governments, to determine the existing and projected need of housing for each region in a specified manner. That law requires the department’s determination to be based upon population projections produced by the Department of Finance, as specified. That law also requires the department to meet and consult with the council of governments regarding the assumptions and methodologies to be used to determine each region’s housing need and requires the council of governments to provide data assumptions from the council of governments’ projections, as specified. That law authorizes the department to accept or reject the information provided by the council of governments and, after consultation with each council of governments, to make determinations on the council of governments’ data assumptions and the methodology the department will use to determine each region’s housing need. That law requires the department to provide its determinations to each council of governments, as specified.
This bill would require the department to publish on its internet website the data sources, analyses, and methodology, as specified, prior to finalization of the regional determination. The bill would also require the department, for the 7th and subsequent revisions of the housing element, to assemble and convene an advisory panel that includes, among others, an expert on the data assumptions by each council of governments to advise the department on the assumptions and methodology it will use to determine each region housing need. The bill would also require the department to consult with the advisory panel before making determinations on the Home Bill Information California Law Publications Other Resources My Subscriptions My Favorites
council of governments’ data assumptions and methodology it will use to determine each region’s housing need for the 7th and subsequent revisions of the housing element. The bill would also additionally require the department to publish its determination on its internet website.
Existing law, the Planning and Zoning Law, requires the legislative body of each county and city to adopt a comprehensive, long-term general plan for the physical development of the county or city and specified land outside its boundaries that includes, among other mandatory elements, a housing element. For the 4th and subsequent revisions of the housing element, as specified, existing law requires the Department of Housing and Community Development to determine the existing and projected need for housing for each region, as prescribed.
This bill would make nonsubstantive changes to those provisions.
Vote: majority Appropriation: no Fiscal Committee: noyes Local Program: no THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DO ENACT AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Section 65584.01 of the Government Code is amended to read:
65584.01. For the fourth and subsequent revision of the housing element pursuant to Section 65588, the department, in consultation with each council of governments, where applicable, shall determine the existing and projected need for housing for each region in the following manner:
(a) (1) The department’s determination shall be based upon population projections produced by the Department of Finance and regional population forecasts used in preparing regional transportation plans, in consultation with each council of governments. If the total regional population forecast for the projection year, developed by the council of governments and used for the preparation of the regional transportation plan, is within a range of 1.5 percent of the total regional population forecast for the projection year by the Department of Finance, then the population forecast developed by the council of governments shall be the basis from which the department determines the existing and projected need for housing in the region. If the difference between the total population projected by the council of governments and the total population projected for the region by the Department of Finance is greater than 1.5 percent, then the department and the council of governments shall meet to discuss variances in methodology used for population projections and seek agreement on a population projection for the region to be used as a basis for determining the existing and projected housing need for the region. If agreement is not reached, then the population projection for the region shall be the population projection for the region prepared by the Department of Finance as may be modified by the department as a result of discussions with the council of governments.
(2) The department shall publish on its internet website the data sources, analyses, and methodology, including the assumptions and factors used in and applied to the Department of Finance projections and engagement process with the council of governments, prior to finalization of the regional determination pursuant to subdivision (b).
(b) (1) At least 26 months before the scheduled revision pursuant to Section 65588 and before developing the existing and projected housing need for a region, the department shall meet and consult with the council of governments regarding the assumptions and methodology to be used by the department to determine the region’s housing needs. The council of governments shall provide data assumptions from the council’s projections, including, if available, the following data for the region:
(A) Anticipated household growth associated with projected population increases. (B) Household size data and trends in household size.
(C) The percentage of households that are overcrowded and the overcrowding rate for a comparable housing market. For purposes of this subparagraph:
(i) The term “overcrowded” means more than one resident per room in each room in a dwelling. (ii) The term “overcrowded rate for a comparable housing market” means that the overcrowding rate is no more than the average overcrowding rate in comparable regions throughout the nation, as determined by the council of governments.
(D) The rate of household formation, or headship rates, based on age, gender, ethnicity, or other established demographic measures.
(E) The vacancy rates in existing housing stock, and the vacancy rates for healthy housing market functioning and regional mobility, as well as housing replacement needs. For purposes of this subparagraph, the vacancy rate for a healthy rental housing market shall be considered no less than 5 percent. (F) Other characteristics of the composition of the projected population. (G) The relationship between jobs and housing, including any imbalance between jobs and housing. (H) The percentage of households that are cost burdened and the rate of housing cost burden for a healthy housing market. For the purposes of this subparagraph:
(i) The term “cost burdened” means the share of very low, low-, moderate-, and above moderate-income households that are paying more than 30 percent of household income on housing costs. (ii) The term “rate of housing cost burden for a healthy housing market” means that the rate of households that are cost burdened is no more than the average rate of households that are cost burdened in comparable regions throughout the nation, as determined by the council of governments. (I) The loss of units during a state of emergency that was declared by the Governor pursuant to the California Emergency Services Act (Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 8550) of Division 1 of Title 2), during the planning period immediately preceding the relevant revision pursuant to Section 65588 that have yet to be rebuilt or replaced at the time of the data request. (2) The department may accept or reject the information provided by the council of governments or modify its own assumptions or methodology based on this information. After consultation with the council of governments, the department shall make determinations in writing on the assumptions for each of the factors listed in subparagraphs (A) to (I), inclusive, of paragraph (1) and the methodology it shall use and shall provide these determinations to the council of governments. The methodology submitted by the department may make adjustments based on the region’s total projected households, which includes existing households as well as projected households.
(3) For the seventh and subsequent revisions of the housing element pursuant to Section 65588, the department shall assemble and convene an advisory panel to advise the department on its assumptions and methodology it shall use. The panel shall be composed of all of the following:
(A) A United States Census Bureau-affiliated practitioner. (B) An expert on the data described in subparagraphs (A) to (I), inclusive, of paragraph (1). (C) A representative from the council of governments.
(4) After consultation with the council of governments and, for the seventh and subsequent revisions of the housing element pursuant to Section 65588, the advisory panel described in paragraph (3), the department shall make determinations in writing on the assumptions for each of the factors listed in subparagraphs (A) to (I), inclusive, of paragraph (1) and the methodology it shall use and shall provide these determinations to the council of governments and publish these determinations on the department’s internet website. The methodology submitted by the department may make adjustments based on the region’s total projected households, which includes existing households as well as projected households. (c) (1) After consultation with the council of governments, the department shall make a determination of the region’s existing and projected housing need based upon the assumptions and methodology determined pursuant to subdivision (b). The region’s existing and projected housing need shall reflect the achievement of a feasible balance between jobs and housing within the region using the regional employment projections in the applicable regional transportation plan. Within 30 days following notice of the determination from the department, the council of governments may file an objection to the department’s determination of the region’s existing and projected housing need with the department. (2) The objection shall be based on and substantiate either of the following:
(A) The department failed to base its determination on the population projection for the region established pursuant to subdivision (a), and shall identify the population projection that the council of governments believes should instead be used for the determination and explain the basis for its rationale. (B) The regional housing need determined by the department is not a reasonable application of the methodology and assumptions determined pursuant to subdivision (b). The objection shall include a
proposed alternative determination of its regional housing need based upon the determinations made in subdivision (b), including analysis of why the proposed alternative would be a more reasonable application of the methodology and assumptions determined pursuant to subdivision (b). (3) If a council of governments files an objection pursuant to this subdivision and includes with the objection a proposed alternative determination of its regional housing need, it shall also include documentation of its basis for the alternative determination. Within 45 days of receiving an objection filed pursuant to this section, the department shall consider the objection and make a final written determination of the region’s existing and projected housing need that includes an explanation of the information upon which the determination was made.
(d) Statutory changes enacted after the date the department issued a final determination pursuant to this section shall not be a basis for a revision of the final determination.
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ATTACHMENT 2
Draft Resolution
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF MONTEREY PARK
SUPPORTING AB 2485 (CARRILLO)
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Monterey Park as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council finds as follows:
A. Existing law requires each county and city to adopt a comprehensive, long-term general plan for the physical development of the county or city, which includes a housing element; and
B. Existing law requires the Department of Housing and Community Development to determine the existing and projected need for housing for each region; and C. Existing law requires the department to meet and consult with regional councils of governments regarding the assumptions and methodologies to be used to determine each region’s housing need and requires the councils of governments to provide data assumptions from the council of governments’ projections; and D. AB 2485 (Carrillo) would require the Department of Housing and Community Development to publish on its internet website the data sources, analyses, and methodology, as specified, prior to finalization of the regional determination; and E. AB 2485 (Carrillo) would require the Department of Housing and Community Development, for the 7th and subsequent revisions of the housing element, to assemble and convene an advisory panel that includes an expert on the data assumptions made by each council of governments to advise the department on the assumptions and methodology it will use to determine each region housing need; and to consult with that advisory panel before making determinations on the council of governments’ data assumptions and methodology it will use to determine each region’s housing need for the 7th and subsequent revisions of the housing element;
SECTION 2: The City Council does hereby support AB 2485 (Carrillo).
SECTION 2: Severability. If any part of this Resolution 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 Resolution are severable.
SECTION 3: 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.
Resolution No.
SECTION 4: Recordation. The Mayor, or presiding officer, is authorized to sign this Resolution signifying its adoption by the City Council of the City of Monterey Park and the City Clerk, or her duly appointed deputy, may attest thereto.
SECTION 5: Effective Date. This Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption and will remain effective unless repealed or superseded.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of April, 2024.
________________________________
Thomas Wong, Mayor
Attest:
__________________________
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk
Approved as to Form:
__________________________
Karl H. Berger, City Attorney
City Council Staff Report
DATE: April 17, 202 4
AGENDA ITEM NO:
TO: The H
onorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Scott Wiese, Chief of Police
SUBJECT: National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Resolution RECOM
MENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting a Resolution Declaring the week of April 21 through 27, 2024 to be National Crime Victims’ Rights Week in the City of Monterey Park; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
EXECUT
IVE SUMMARY:
Eve
ry April, The Office for Victims of Crime leads communities throughout the country in their annual observances of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. This year National Crime Victims’ Rights week is observed between April 21 – April 27. We are enlisting your support in the form of a resolution to honor all victims of crime but especially those victims of the January 21, 2023 shooting incident.
BACKGROUND:
In 1981
, the President’s Task Force on Victims of Crime was established to help those who had experienced crime and their families. This was an important step toward the protection of and support for victims’ rights. Over the years, crime victims’ rights have evolved. Dedicated professionals have worked to develop support and services for survivors that are more holistic, trauma-informed, and effective at overcoming systemic barriers that certain communities face in prosecuting offenders and obtaining justice.
During National Crime Victims’ Rights week, our nation renews our commitment to providing survivors of crime the support they need to heal.
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Respectfully submitted by: Prepared by:
Gus Jimenez
Scott Wiese
Chief of Police
Gus Jimenez
Captain
Approved by:
Inez Alvarez
City Manager
ATTACHM
ENT:
1. Resolution
Staff Report
April 17, 2024
ATTACHMENT 1
Resolution for National Crime Victim’s Week 2024
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONTEREY PARK DECLARING APRIL 21-27 , 2024 , NATIONAL CRIME VICTIMS’
RIGHTS WEEK IN MONTEREY PARK
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Monterey Park as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council finds as follows:
A. Every April, The Office for Victims of Crime leads communities throughout the country in their annual observances of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. This year National Crime Victims’ Rights week is observed between April 21– April 27, 2024. We are enlisting your support in the form of a resolution to honor all victims of crime especially those victims of the January 21, 2023 shooting incident.
B. Delivering true justice requires that we provide all victims with the support they need. Persistent barriers still prevent many survivors from receiving the services they need and the justice they deserve.
C. Victims of crime face many challenges well after the occurrence of the crime. Some of those challenges being faced are physical, emotional, mental and at times economical.
D. It takes enormous courage and extradentary strength to emerge from life’s most painful moments. With ongoing support and advocacy, these challenges faced by victims and their families can be mitigated.
E. The City of Monterey Park recognizes and honors all victims of crime and their families, by declaring April 21-27, 20234 as National Crime Victims’ Rights Week in Monterey Park. We stand behind the commitment and devotion of those that work hard in bringing justice and support to victims of crime and their families.
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SECTION 2: 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 3: Recordation. The Mayor, or presiding officer, is authorized to sign this Resolution signifying its adoption by the City Council of the City of Monterey Park and the City Clerk, or her duly appointed deputy, may attest thereto.
SECTION 4: Effective Date. This Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption and will remain effective unless repealed or superseded.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of April, 2024.
________________________________
Thomas Wong, Mayor
Attest:
__________________________
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk
City Council Staff Report
DATE
: April 17, 2024
AGENDA ITEM NO:
TO: T
he Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Scott Wiese, Chief of Police
SUBJECT: A resolution of the City Council of the City of Monterey Park, California, declaring Wednesday, April 24, 2024, to be “Denim Day Monterey Park”.
RECO
MMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adop
ting a resolution declaring Wednesday, April 24, 2024, as “Denim Day Monterey Park”; and
2. Taking such additional, related action that may be desirable.
EXECU
TIVE SUMMARY:
“De
nim Day” was established by Peace Over Violence in honor of Sexual Violence Awareness Month. “Denim Day” has become a day of solidarity and a symbol of protest against erroneous and destructive attitudes about sexual assault.
BACKGRO
UND:
In 1999, The United States Government declared April as “Sexual Assault Awareness Month.” As part of “Sexual Assault Awareness Month,” Peace Over Violence, a Los Angeles County -based Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Victim Advocacy Organization, established “Denim Day” in April in Los Angeles County and the USA.
That same year, the California Legislature’s Women’s Caucus learned of a protest of a court decision in Italy. The Italian Supreme Court overturned a rape conviction. In overturning the conviction, the Chief Judge stated that because the victim wore tight jeans, she had to have helped the perpetrator remove them , no longer making it rape but consensual sex.
Enraged by the verdict and the judge’s statement, within hours, the women of the Italian Parliament launched into immediate action and protested by wearing jeans to work.
This call to action motivated the California legislators to do the same. Peace Over Consent Calendar - 3G
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Violence, followed by establishing the first “Denim Day -L.A.” in April of 1999. “Denim Day” is now recognized throughout the United States.
The M
onterey Park City Council first recognized “Denim Day” in 2011. On “Denim Day”, City Employees are encouraged to wear jeans to work as a show of support for Sexual Assault victims and as a sign that Sexual Assault will not be tolerated in our society.
Businesses throughout the city are encouraged to participate as well.
Respectfully submitted by: Prepared by:
Gus Jimenez
Scott Wiese
Chief of Police
Gus Jimenez
Captain
Approved by:
Inez Alvarez
City Manager
ATT
ACHMENT:
1. Resolution
Staff Report
April 17, 2024
ATTACHMENT 1
Resolution for National Crime Victim’s Week 2024
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION Declaring April 24, 2024, to be “Denim Day Monterey Park,” supporting sexual abuse awareness and the belief that there is no excuse and never an invitation to rape.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Monterey Park as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council finds as follows:
A. The United States Government has declared April as “Sexual Assault Awareness Month,” and Peace Over Violence, a Los Angeles County -based Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Victim Advocacy Organization, has declared April 24, 2024, as “Denim Day” in Los Angeles County and the USA.
B. “Denim Day” is intended to draw attention to the fact that rape and sexual assault remain serious issues in our society.
C. Harmful attitudes about rape and sexual assault allow these crimes to persist and allow victims and survivors to be re-victimized.
D. “Denim Day” was instituted to call attention to misconceptions and misinformation about rape and sexual assault and the problem that many in society remain disturbingly uninformed concerning issues of sexual assault and rape.
E. With proper education on the matter, there is compelling evidence that we can be successful in reducing incidents of this physically and psychologically damaging crime.
F. The members of the Monterey Park City Council strongly support the efforts of Peace Over Violence to educate people in our community about the true impact of rape and sexual assault in Southern California.
G. In future years, members of the Monterey Park City Council and City Staff will be encouraged to wear jeans on the day of the City Council meeting when “Denim Day” resolutions are on the agenda for approval to raise awareness of the upcoming “Denim Day” observance.
H. April 24, 2024, is “Denim Day” in the City of Monterey Park. That City Employees, along with residents, business persons, students, and visitors to the City are urged to wear jeans April 24 , 2024 to help communicate the message that there is “no excuse and never an invitation to rape.”
Resolution No.
SECTION 2: 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 3: Recordation. The Mayor, or presiding officer, is authorized to sign this Resolution, signifying its adoption by the City Council of the City of Monterey Park . The City Clerk, or her duly appointed deputy, may attest thereto.
SECTION 4: Effective Date. This Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption and will remain effective unless repealed or superseded.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this ___ day of ______________, 2024.
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Thomas Wong, Mayor
Attest:
__________________________
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk
City Council Staff Report
DATE: April 17, 2024
AGENDA ITEM NO:
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Shawn Igoe, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: Notice of Completion – Various Capital Improvement Projects RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Receiving and filing the Notice of Completion recorded by the Public Works Director on December 18, 2023 accepting the Edison Trails Park Playground Replacement Project completed by R.E. Schultz Construction, Inc.;
2. Receiving and filing the Notice of Completion recorded by the Public Works Director on January 2, 2024 accepting the Northeast Area Phase III Water Main Improvement Project completed by Big Ben, Inc.;
3. Receiving and filing the Notice of Completion recorded by the Public Works Director on January 2, 2024 accepting the FY 22-23 Concrete Improvements Project completed by CT & T Concrete Paving Inc.; and
4. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Pursuant to City Council Resolution No. 11701, the Public Works Director is authorized to record a Notice of Completion for Capital Improvement Projects (“CIP ”). The City recently completed CIP 95017 - Edison Trails Park Playground Replacement Project, CIP 99023 - Northeast Area Phase III Water Main Improvement Project , and CIP 96039 & 96043 - FY 22-23 Concrete Improvements Project . Upon completion, the work was inspected and approved by the City Engineer. It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the Notice of Completions recorded by the Public Works Director for these projects.
BACKGROUND:
The City’s FY 23-24 Capital Improvement Plan included CIP 95017 - Edison Trails Park Playground Replacement Project , CIP 99023 - Northeast Area Phase III Water Main Improvement Project, and CIP 96039 & 96043 - FY 22-23 Concrete Improvements Project.
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Staff Report
April 17, 2024
CIP 95017 - Edison Trails Park Playground Replacement Project On June 7, 2023, City Council awarded a contract to R.E. Schultz Construction, Inc for the Edison Trails Park Playground Replacement project. The project consisted of the installation of 1,212 square feet of new 4” sidewalk; 3,349 square feet of poured in place rubber play area with new playground equipment at Edison Trails Park. The final cost of the project was $295,307.31.
CIP 99023 - Northeast Area Phase III Water Main Improvement Project On March 1, 2023, City Council awarded a contract to Big Ben, Inc. for the Northeast Area Phase III Water Main Improvement Project. The work included the installation of approximately 4,435 Linear feet of watermain replacements by the contractor, in addition to the construction of water service line replacements, the installation of new fire hydrants and laterals, fire service lines and appurtenances, valves, and the abandonment of existing main and tie-in lines to existing water systems at Nicholson Ave between Hellman Ave and Garvey Ave, Emerson Ave between Nicholson Ave and Alhambra Ave, and Alhambra Ave between Emerson Ave and Garvey Ave. The final cost of the project was $1,831,998.73.
CIP 96039 & 96043 – FY 22-23 Concrete Improvements Project On June 7, 2023, City Council awarded a contract to CT&T Concrete Paving, Inc. for CIP 96039 Sidewalk Repair Project. The work included concrete improvements of sidewalk, curb ramps, and new curb and gutters at various locations throughout the City. On September 6, 2023 City Council authorized an amendment to CT&T’s contract for additional concrete work for CIP 96043. The completed work included the demolition and installation of 26,471 square feet of damaged sidewalk, 405 linear feet of damaged curb & gutter, 22 damaged bus pad, 55 ADA Curb Ramps, and 6,525 square feet of green paver sidewalk with concrete sidewalk at various locations. The final cost of the projects were $1,955,387.84.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The City’s FY 23-24 Capital Improvement Plan includes a budget for each respective project. The following provides a breakdown of total costs for each listed project.
CIP
No.
Project Budget Actual
Expenditures
Balance
95017 Edison Trails Park Playground
Replacement Project
Specification No. (2023-003)
$302,025.00 $295,307.31 $6,717.69
99023 Northeast Area Phase III
Water Main Improvement
Project
$4,458,177.31 $1,831,998.73 $2,626,178.58
96039
&
96043
FY 22-23 Concrete
Improvements Project
$2,184,503.00 $1,955,387.84 $229, 115.16
Staff Report
April 17, 2024
Respectfully submitted by: Reviewed by:
Shawn Igoe
Director of Public Works
Martha Garcia
Director of Finance
Approved by: Reviewed by:
Inez Alvarez
City Manager
Karl H. Berger
City Attorney
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Notice of Completion - Edison Trails Park Playground Replacement Project
2. Notice of Completion
- Northeast Area Phase III Water Main Improvement Project
3. Notice of Completion
- FY 22-23 Concrete Improvements Project
Staff Report
April 17, 2024
ATTACHMENT 1
Notice of Completion
Edison Trails Park Playground Replacement Project
Recording Requested by
and When Recorded MailTo:
City Glerk, City Hall
320 W. Newmark Ave
Monterey Park, CA
NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
Project Name : Edison Trails Park Playground Replacement Project Specification No.(2023-003) Project No. : CIP NO. 95017
Take notice pursuant to Civil Code S 3093, ef seq. that:
1. The undersigned is an officer of the owner of the interest stated below in the property hereinafter described.
2. The full name of the owner is: Citv of Monterev Park
3. The full address of the owner is: 320 W Newmark Ave. Monterev Park, CA, 91754
4. The nature of the interest of the owner is: ln Fee
10. 5. A work of improvement on the property hereinafier described was completed and field reviewed by the City Engineer on December 1lih,2023. The work done was: lnstallation of 1,212 square feet of new 4" sidewalk; 3,349 square feet of poured in place rubber play area with new playground equipment at Edison Trails Park.
The name of the Contractor for such work of improvement was: R.E. Schultz Construction. lnc.
The property on which said work of improvement was completed is in the City of Monterey Park, County of Los Angeles, State of California, and is described as follows:
Edison Trails Park
The street address of said property is: 1600 S Garfield Ave, Monterev Park, CA. 91755 This Notice of Completion is being recorded in accordance with Resolution No. 11701 (adopted November 5,2014).
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City of
Works
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VERIFI TION
l, the undersigned, say: I am the Public Works Director for the City Monterey Park, the declarant of the foregoing Notice of Completion; I have read said Notice of Completion and know the contents thereof; the same is true of my own knowledge.
I declare under penalty of perjury the foregoing is true and correct. 2Ol] al Monterey Park, California.
City of
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Public irector
Staff Report
April 17, 2024
ATTACHMENT 2
Notice of Completion
Northeast Area Phase III Water Main Improvement Project
Recording Requested by
and When Recorded MailTo:
City Glerk, City Hall
320 W. Newmark Ave
Monterey Park, GA
NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
Project Name : Northeast Area Phase lll Water Main lmprovements Project No. : CIP NO. 99023
Take notice pursuant to Civil Code $ 3093, et seg. that:
10. 2.
3. 4.
5. The undersigned is an officer of the owner of the interest stated below in the property hereinafter described.
The full name of the owner is: Citv of Monterev Park
The full address of the owner is: 320 W Newmark Ave. Monterev Park, CA, 91754 The nature of the interest of the owner is: ln Fee
A work of improvement on the property hereinafter described was completed and field reviewed by the City Engineer on December 18th,2023. The work done was: installation of approximately 4,435linear feet of watermain replacement, including construction of water service line replacement, installation of new fire hydrants and laterals, fire services line and appurtenances, valves, abandonment of existing main, and tie-in to existing water systems.
The name of the Contractor for such work of improvement was: Biq Ben, lnc.
The property on which said work of improvement was completed is in the City of Monterey Park, County of Los Angeles, State of California, and is described as follows:
Nicholson Ave Between Garvev Ave to Hellman Ave. Emerson Ave Between Nicholson Ave and Alhambra Ave. Alhambra Ave between Garvev Ave and Emerson Ave.
The street address of said property is: Various Location This Notice of Completion is being recorded in accordance with Resolution No. 1'1701 (adopted November 5,2014). City of
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Public Director
VERIFICATION
l, the undersigned, say: I am the Public Works Director for the City Monterey Park, the declarant of the foregoing Notice of Completion; I have read said Notice of Completion and know the contents thereof; the same is true of my own knowledge.
I declare under penalty of perjury the foregoing is true and correct. 20J''/ al Monterey Park, California.
City of
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Public Works
Park
Staff Report
April 17, 2024
ATTACHMENT 3
Notice of Completion
FY 22-23 Concrete Improvements Project
Recording Requested by
and When Recorded MailTo:
City Glerk, Gity Hall
320 W. Newmark Ave
Monterey Park, CA
NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
Project Name: FY 22-23 CONCRETE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
Project No. : CIP NO. 96039, 96043
Take notice pursuant to Civil Code S 3093, ef seq. that:
1. The undersigned is an officer of the owner of the interest stated below in the property hereinafter described.
2. The full name of the owner is: Citv of Monterev Park
3. The full address of the owner is: 320 W Newmark Ave, Monterev Park. CA, 91754
4. The nature of the interest of the owner is: ln Fee
5. A work of improvement on the property hereinafter described was completed and field reviewed by the City Engineer on December 141h,2023. The work done was: installation of sidewalk, curb & gutter, curb ramps and bus-pads at various locations.
7. The name of the Contractor for such work of improvement was: CT&T Concrete Pavinq lnc.
8. The property on which said work of improvement was completed is in the City of Monterey Park, County of Los Angeles, State of California, and is described as follows:
Various Locations
9. The street address of said property is: Various Locations
10. This Notice of Completion is being recorded in accordance with Resolution No. 11701 (adopted November 5,20',t4).
Dated:
City of Park
irector
VER TION
l, the undersigned, say: I am the Public Works Director for the City Monterey Park, the declarant of the foregoing Notice of Completion; I have read said Notice of Completion and know the contents thereof; the same is true of my own knowledge.
I declare under penalty of perjury the foregoing is true and correct.
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