Agenda packet — Monterey Park City Council, April 15, 2026

City Council of Monterey Park
The City Council Acting on Behalf of the Successor Agency of the Former Redevelopment Agency, the Housing Authority, the Monterey Park Financing Authority and the Monterey Park Geologic Hazard Abatement District Agenda

Regular Meeting
Monterey Park City Hall Council Chambers
320 West Newmark Avenue, Monterey Park, CA 91754

Wednesday, April 15, 2026
6:30 PM
Mission Statement
The mission of the City of Monterey Park is to provide excellent service, foster growth and opportunity, and create a joyous and collaborative environment.

Land Acknowledgment
We would like to acknowledge that the land we inhabit today was once known as Tovangaar, the home of the Gabrieleño-Tongva people. We show our respect to the Gabrieleño-Tongva people, as well as all Indigenous people, past, present, and future, and honor their labor as original caretakers of this land. We commit to uplifting the Gabrieleño-Tongva people, invite you to acknowledge the history, and join us in caring for this land.

General Information
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Public Comment for Matters Not on the Agenda
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Calendar, will be heard when that matter is called. Written Communication is accepted up to 24 hours before the meeting by completing an online form at www.montereypark.ca.gov/writtencomm. Written communications are provided to the City Council.

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1. Call to Order
Mayor

2. Flag Salute
The Monterey Park Police Explorers

3. Roll Call
Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang

4. Telecommunications Announcement, if requested

5. Agenda Revisions and Additions

6. Public Communications

7. Staff Communications

7.A. City Manager's Office

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7.B. Recreation and Community Services Department

8. Presentation

8.A. Los Angeles Astronomical Society’s 100th Anniversary Recognition

8.B. Mark Keppel High School Academic Decathlon Team

8.C. Garfield High School Academic Decathlon Team

9. Old Business

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

10.A. Minutes

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Approving the minutes from the special meeting of February 18, 2026, the regular meeting of February 18, 2026 and the special community meeting of February 24, 2026; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

10.B. Professional Services Master Agreement for Sales Tax, Business License Tax, and Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Auditing Services and Utility User’s Tax Administration

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Master Agreement in a form approved by City Attorney with Hinderliter De Llamas and Associates/Hinderliter Software, LLC (HDL), to approve task-based orders for the listed professional services for a term of five years, June 1, 2026 – May 31, 2031, in an amount not to exceed $500,000:
o Sales and Tax transaction sales,
o Business license tax operations and compliance,
o Transient occupancy tax (TOT) consulting, and
o Utility user’s tax administration services; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

10.C. Authorize Second Amendment to Agreement No. 2244-AA with E-Plan, Inc./ e-PlanSoft for Electronic Plan Review Software

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Second Amendment to Agreement No. 2244-AA with E-Plan, Inc./e-PlanSoft, in a form approved by the City Attorney, to extend the term for three years through June 14, 2029, and add two additional licenses for digital plan check review software, for an amount not to exceed

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$113,228.63; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

10.D. Data Center Ordinance - Notice of Public Hearing Date

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Receiving and filing this report; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

10.E. Award of Contract for Street Sweeping Services

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with CMAX Commercial Services, Inc., in a form approved by the City Attorney, for street sweeping and catch basin maintenance services in the annual amount of $1,098,458 plus annual CPI increases, for an initial 5-year term beginning July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2031; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):

The proposed project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to 14 California Code of Regulations § 15301 as a Class 1 categorical exemption (Existing Facilities). The Project results in minor alterations to existing public facilities involving no significant expansion of the existing use.

The Project is not anticipated to have any significant impacts regarding noise, air quality, or water quality.

10.F. Professional Municipal Clerk's Week Resolution

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Adopting a Resolution declaring the week of May 3 – May 9, 2026 as Professional Municipal Clerks Week in Monterey Park; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

10.G. National Library Week Resolution

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Adopting a resolution declaring the week of April 19-25, 2026 to be National Library Week in Monterey Park; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

10.H. California Cities Week Resolution (As Requested by Council Member Sanchez)

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Approving the attached resolution; and

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2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

11. Public Hearing

12. New Business

12.A. Amendment to City Council Protocols pursuant to Senate Bill 707 (SB 707)

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Adopting a Resolution revising the Rules of Procedure governing all meetings held by legislative bodies within the City of Monterey Park, including the City Council, to implement SB 707 and modernize existing procedures;

2. Providing guidance on public participation guidelines;

3. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Fourth Amendment with CivicPlus, LLC, in an amount not to exceed $20,000 plus an annual cost adjustment not to exceed 5% year over year, in a form approved by the City Attorney, and appropriate $30,000 for expenses related to Council Chambers audiovisual upgrades, agenda translation, outreach and website enhancements, and additional personnel costs associated with SB 707 compliance; and

4. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

12.B. Consideration and possible action to authorize the Mayor to execute the First Amendment to the City Manager's Employment Agreement for a three-year term (with options for one to two year extensions) with Ms. Inez Alvarez. Fiscal Impacts include, without limitation, a (1) base compensation for a total of $315,731.60 beginning the first full pay period after July 1, 2026; (2) vehicle allowance of $600 per month; and (3) medical, disability, an other fringe benefits included, without limitation, CalPERS retirement benefits substantially the same as other department directors. The total compensation package is approximately $1,040,838.70 for the initial three year term.

An increase in base salary would occur upon the anniversary date based upon the percentage increase granted by the City Council to executive management employees.

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to the employment agreement with Ms. Inez Alvarez, in a form approved by the City Attorney; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

13. City Communications (City Council) / Future Agenda Items

14. Closed Session (if Required; City Attorney to Announce)

15. Adjournment

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City Council Staff Report

Date: April 15, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.A.

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Maychelle Yee , City Clerk
Subject: Minutes

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Approving the minutes from the special meeting of February 18, 2026, the regular meeting of February 18, 2026 and the special community meeting of February 24, 2026; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Executive Summary:

The minutes are a record of the official actions taken at the City Council meeting.

Background:

It is recommended that the City Council consider approving the minutes from the special meeting of February 18, 2026, the regular meeting of February 18, 2026 and the special community meeting of February 24, 2026.

Strategic Plan Goal:

N/A

Fiscal Impact:

N/A

Attachments:

1. Draft Minutes

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Staff Report
April 15, 2026
ATTACHMENT 1
Draft Minutes

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Mission Statement
The mission of the City of Monterey Park is to provide excellent service, foster growth and opportunity, and create a joyous and collaborative environment.

Minutes
Monterey Park City Council
Financing Authority (MPFA)
Housing Authority (MPHA)
Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD)
Successor Agency (SA)
Special Meeting
February 18, 2026
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 Chambers, located at 320 West Newmark Avenue in the City of Monterey Park, Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.

1. Call to Order
Mayor Yang called the meeting to order at 5:34 p.m.

2. Roll Call
City Manager Inez Alvarez called the roll:

Council Members Present: Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang Council Members Absent: Henry Lo

Also present:

City Attorney Karl Berger
Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia
Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Christine Tomikawa Director of Finance Martha Garcia
Director of Community Development Timothy Hou

Virtually present:

Assistant City Attorney Tim Campen

3. Telecommunications Announcement, if requested
None.

4. Public Communications
None.

5. Closed Session
Upon conclusion of Closed Session, the Mayor and/or City Attorney will announce any reportable actions in accordance with the Brown Act.

The City Council adjourned to Closed Session at 5:34 p.m.

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5.A. Conference With Legal Counsel—Anticipated Litigation (Threat of litigation pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(2)): One matter.

Facts and Circumstances: See attached letters dated February 4, 2026 and February 10, 2026.

5.B. Conference with Legal Counsel, Initiation of Litigation (Government Code § 54956.9(d)(4)). Number of Potential Cases: One.

Name of potential defendant (voluntarily disclosed): HMC Stratcap 1977 Saturn, LLC

5.C. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1)
Gladys Segovia v. City of Monterey Park (filed March 22, 2024) LASC Case No. 24NNCV00428

6. Adjournment
The City Council reconvened from Closed Session at 6:38 p.m. with all Council Members present.

There being no further business for consideration, the meeting was adjourned at 6:38 p.m.

Action Taken: No reportable action taken in Closed Session.

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Maychelle Yee
City Clerk

Approved on MM DD, 2026 at the Regular City Council meeting

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Mission Statement
The mission of the City of Monterey Park is to provide excellent service, foster growth and opportunity, and create a joyous and collaborative environment.

Minutes
Monterey Park City Council
Financing Authority (MPFA)
Housing Authority (MPHA)
Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD)
Successor Agency (SA)
Regular Meeting
February 18, 2026
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 Chambers, located at 320 West Newmark Avenue in the City of Monterey Park, Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.

1. Call to Order
Mayor Yang called the meeting to order at 6:43 p.m.

2. Flag Salute
The Monterey Park Police Explorers led the Flag Salute.

3. Roll Call
City Clerk Maychelle Yee called the roll:

Council Members Present: Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang Council Members Absent: Henry Lo

Also Present:

City Treasurer Amy Lee
City Manager Inez Alvarez
City Attorney Karl Berger
Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia
Finance Director Martha Garcia
Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Christine Tomikawa Director of Community Development Timothy Hou
Director of Recreation and Community Services Robert Aguirre Director of Public Works Shawn Igoe
City Librarian Kristin Olivarez
Police Chief Scott Wiese
Fire Chief Jason Hing
Finance Manager Laura Borjon
Recreation and Community Services Manager Christina Alatorre Engineering Manager/Transtech Consultant Ziad Mazboudi
IT Manager Martin Dinh
Principal Management Analyst Rebecca Bojorquez
Principal Management Analyst Michelle Marquez
Office Assistant Michelle Martinez

Virtually Present:

None.

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4. Telecommunications Announcement, if requested
None.

5. Agenda Revisions and Additions
None.

6. Public Communications
• Dave Jones talked about the topic of data centers, the alleged dishonesty from the Applicant and elaborated on the potential increase of electricity rates based off areas that have data centers. He voiced his opinion on the actions the Applicant took during the previous February 4, 2026 regular City Council meeting.

• Mayor Yang reported the submissions of two written communications received and filed from the City Clerk's office from Fan Wang and Nathan Chen.

7. Staff Communications
None.

8. Presentation

8.A. Recognition of Jason and Jestin Jimenez
City Manager Alvarez invited Fire Chief Hing to speak. Fire Chief Hing provided context about the fateful evening and the brave deeds of Jestin and Justin. The City Council congratulated Jestin and Justin with certificates recognizing the heroic efforts of Jestin and Jason.

9. Old Business

9.A. Discussion of Potential Legal Challenges to Inclusionary Housing Ordinances Statewide
This report provides a status report regarding the effectiveness of Inclusionary Housing Ordinances (IHO). Recent events, including a California Supreme Court ruling and litigation settlement involving the City of East Palo Alto, suggest that enforcing IHO requirements may face significant legal hurdles. The City Council should consider providing direction regarding whether the City should continue suspension of the Monterey Park inclusionary housing regulations.

Recommendations:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Receiving and filing the report and presentation;

2. Providing direction to staff; and

3. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

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Public Speaker:
• The City Clerk’s office received and filed a written communication from Nathan Chen.

Discussion: Community Development Director Hou shared a PowerPoint presentation about an update to the IHO and provided the City Council with options for consideration, which include amending the IHO to align with recent legal development and incorporate exemptions or continuing the pause on IHO requirements pending further analysis and public law developments.

Action Taken: The City Council received and filed the report and presentation and directed staff to continue the IHO pause, perform an analysis and return with their findings at a future meeting for the City Council's consideration.

Motion: Moved by Council Member Wong and seconded by Council Member Sanchez, motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Members: Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang Noes: Council Members: None

Absent: Council Members: Henry Lo
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None

Action Taken: The City Council approved Agenda Item Nos. 10.C., 10.D., 10.E., 10.G. and 10.H., excluding for Agenda Item Nos. 10.A., 10.B., and 10.F. which were pulled for discussion, separate motion, reading resolutions and ordinances by the title only and waiving further reading thereof.

Motion: Moved by Council Member Wong and seconded by Council Member Ngo, motion

carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Members: Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang Noes: Council Members: None

Absent: Council Members: Henry Lo
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None

10.A. FY 2025-2026 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) 2025- 2026 against
the FY 2024–2025 figures.

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Recommendations:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Receiving and filing the FY 2025-2026 Mid-Year Financial Report;

2. Authorizing the increase of Committed Catastrophic Event and Working Capital by $150,000 from $11.84 million to $11.99 million;

3. Authorizing an additional budget appropriation of $4,774,145 from various funds; and

4. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Discussion: Finance Manager Laura Borjon presented a PowerPoint presentation depicting the Mid-Year Financial Report. She elaborated on the general fund revenue, general fund expenditures, general fund five-year projection and the budget augments for the 2025 to 2026 fiscal year.

Public Speaker:
• Deb Simone suggested including preventable options against the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement to unite the community.

Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendations and directed staff to research assigning monies for both the catastrophic working reserves and grant matching funds for the Barnes Park Pool.

Motion: Moved by Council Member Ngo and seconded by Council Member Wong, motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Members: Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang Noes: Council Members: None

Absent: Council Members: Henry Lo
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None

10.B. Adoption of Updated City Seal and Brand Standards The Assistant City Manager recommends City Council approval of an updated, simplified City seal/logo and accompanying brand standards, including official colors, fonts and a style guide. This effort is the result of several months of collaborative work by staff across multiple City departments, with input from City Council and City Commissioners. This updated logo will be used in various print and digital media, while maintaining the existing City seal as registered with the State of California for official uses. The updated branding preserves the City’s heritage while providing updated tools that function effectively across digital and print platforms.

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Recommendations:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Approving the updated simplified City seal/logo, motto, official color palette, fonts and comprehensive style guide;

2. Authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to implement the adopted branding elements across City departments and communications; and

3. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Discussion:

Assistant City Manager Garcia presented a PowerPoint presentation on the updated City Seal, logo and brand standards.

Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendations.

Motion: Moved by Council Member Ngo and seconded by Council Member Sanchez, motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Members: Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang Noes: Council Members: None

Absent: Council Members: Henry Lo
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None

10.C. Receive and File Annual Military Equipment Report Per Assembly Bill No. 481 On May 18, 2022, the Monterey Park City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2222 approving a military equipment use policy (Monterey Park Police Department – Policy 709) pursuant to Assembly Bill No. 481 (“AB 481”). In accordance with AB 481 and Policy 709, a military equipment report must be submitted to the City Council annually for each type of military equipment approved within one year of approval, and annually thereafter for as long as the military equipment is available for use. In compliance with AB 481, outlined below is the 2025 MPPD Annual Military Equipment Report.

It is recommended the City Council receive and file the Annual Military Equipment Report per Assembly Bill No. 481.

Recommendations:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Receiving and filing the Annual Military Equipment Report per Assembly Bill No. 481; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendation, on Consent Calendar.

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10.D. Authorize the City Manager to execute a license agreement with the Friends of the Monterey Park Library to utilize space within the Bruggemeyer Library to sell used books
The Friends of the Monterey Park Library is a California public benefit corporation that operates a volunteer-run bookstore within the Bruggemeyer Library. Through the sale of used book donations, the Friends of the Monterey Park Library raises funds to support the activities of the Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library, such as children’s performers, reading program incentives, and library branded giveaways for distribution at outreach events.

The City would like to execute a license agreement with the Friends of the Monterey Park Library to formalize usage of the space. As part of the license agreement, the City will continue to provide a space for the Friends of the Monterey Park Library to sell book donations. The Friends of the Monterey Park Library will continue to be responsible for maintaining active status and good standing as a non-profit organization; managing the operations of the Friends Bookstore; and using all proceeds generated by the bookstore to support Library programs and services.

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute a license agreement, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with the Friends of the Monterey Park Library to utilize space within the Bruggemeyer Library to sell used books; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendation, on Consent Calendar.

10.E. Approval of Alcohol Consumption Permits and Permit Fee Waivers Allowing the Alhambra Educational Foundation to Conduct Alcohol Sales at the Play Days Carnival and Electric Park Event
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.

Separately, the City also hosts the Electric Park music event, a growing annual celebration of Electronic Music that fosters community engagement and cultural enrichment.

Building on the success of the past Play Days Beer Garden and the Electric Park Beer Garden, the City aims to continue this feature in 2026. Beer gardens at both events were well received by the community, providing a safe and enjoyable experience while raising valuable funds for the Alhambra Educational Foundation.

Given the success of last year’s events, City staff has engaged the Alhambra Educational Foundation once again, and they have confirmed their interest in hosting the Beer Garden at both events. The Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is confident that this opportunity will continue to generate additional funds to support and enhance the educational programs of the Alhambra Unified School District.

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Recommendations:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Approving an Alcohol Consumption permit allowing the Alhambra Educational Foundation to conduct alcohol sales at the Play Days Carnival, May 7-10, 2026;

2. Approving an Alcohol Consumption permit allowing the Alhambra Educational Foundation to conduct alcohol sales at the Electric Park event on October 3, 2026;

3. Approving an Alcohol Consumption permit fee waiver of $255.75 per event;

4. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendations, on Consent Calendar.

10.F. Consideration of a request for an overnight camping permit, allowing the Recreation and Community Services Department to conduct an “MPK Campout” event in Barnes Park
The Monterey Park City Council adopted the Parks System Master Plan on August 6, 2025. The plan identified community events as the most important/desired park program. Fiscal Year 2025/2026 approved budget included the Recreation and Community Services Department’s goal of implementing a camp in the park family event. Recreation staff is planning an overnight camping event, “MPK Campout,” in Barnes Park from Friday, June 12, 2026 to Saturday, June 13, 2026.

The “MPK Campout” is intended to expand community events and opportunities, activate park space after hours, build stewardship of City parks, and provide a family- friendly outdoor experience in the Barnes Park outfield. This family-friendly event features
arts and crafts, movie in the park, games, and entertainment. Registration is required, with each participant wearing an event wristband to be easily identified by staff. A check-in and check-out process is required with assigned camping spaces designated for each registered participant. All registered participants are required to provide their own tents, sleeping bags, and overnight camping amenities.

Recommendations:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Approving an overnight camping permit allowing the Recreation and Community Services Department to conduct an “MPK Campout” event for registered participants in Barnes Park from June 12, 2026 to June 13, 2026; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Discussion: Recreation and Community Services Manager Alatorre provided a staff report about the proposed permit to allow an overnight camping event for the community.

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Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendation.

Motion: Moved by Council Member Ngo and seconded by Council Member Sanchez, motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Members: Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang Noes: Council Members: None

Absent: Council Members: Henry Lo
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None

10.G. Approval of Third Amendment to Agreement 2370-AB with Harold’s Key Shop, Inc.

Harold’s Key Shop, Inc. provides commercial locksmith, maintenance services for all City-owned facilities. It is recommended that City Council approve a Third Amendment with Harold’s Key Shop, Inc. for Capital Improvement Project (“CIP”) 95053-Citywide Rekeying Project and continued locksmith services for a total contract amount of $153,600.

Recommendations:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Third Amendment to Agreement 2370-AB with Harold’s Key Shop, Inc., in a form approved by the City Attorney, for a total contract amount of $153,600 for CIP 95053 - Citywide Rekeying Project and continued commercial locksmith services for City- owned facilities through June 30, 2027; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendation, on Consent Calendar.

10.H. Award of Contract for Sierra Vista Playground Project The Recreation and Community Services and Public Works Directors have been working with ZOOM Recreation representatives to develop the theme play structure design for the Sierra Vista Park. Sierra Vista Park is the next park scheduled to receive a themed playground following the installation of Bella Vista, Garvey Ranch, Highland and Sequoia Parks.

City staff decided to design a theme that honors the San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians, Gabrielino Tongva tribe by having a theme that incorporates a Native American theme. The Recreation and Community Services Director has been working with the San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians, Gabrielino Tongva tribal members, and received a formal Letter of support from Chief Anthony Morales for the proposed design and features.

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After working with the playground provider on the theme, staff presented the concept at the February Recreation and Parks Commission meeting to gain input and feedback from the Commissioners. The Commissioners provided support to the proposed concept provided by Zoom Recreation/Superior Recreational Products.

Zoom Recreation is Superior Recreational Products’ California playground dealer.

City staff identified Buyboard as a company that has an agreement with Superior Recreational Products for procurement of its playground equipment. The Buyboard agreement will allow staff to purchase playground equipment at the lowest price available, including all custom parts.

Recommendations:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Approving the design for the playground to be located at Sierra Vista Park; and

2. Approving the purchase order for Superior Recreation Products to procure playground equipment and shade structures (including design) in the amount of $254,146; and

3. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendations, on Consent Calendar.

11. Public Hearing
None.

12. New Business
None.

13. City Communications (City Council) / Future Agenda Items Council Member Ngo reported his and Mayor Yang's attendance at three temple gatherings across the San Gabriel Valley in celebration of Lunar New Year, the ribbon- cutting ceremony for Thai House, the Langley Senior Center Ping-Pong tournament, and the Monterey Park Chamber of Commerce's Lunar New Year dinner at NBC Seafood Restaurant.

Council Member Wong wished the community a happy Lunar New Year and encouraged the residents to attend the neighboring celebrations occurring throughout the weeks.

Council Member Sanchez spoke about African American Heritage month, the recent passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson and his impact on racial equality, shared his condolences to the passing of Mayor Pro Tem Lo's mother and reported his attendance at the Los Angeles International Airport Roundtable meeting.

Mayor Yang announced the upcoming Meet-up with the Mayor event on February 24, 2026 and the ribbon-cutting of the Asayoru Maid Cafe. She wished the community a happy Lunar New Year and announced the next City Council meeting on March 4, 2026.

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City Manager Alvarez reported the upcoming Police Department community meeting on February 24, 2026.

14. Closed Session (if Required; City Attorney to Announce) None.

15. Adjournment
There being no further business for consideration, the meeting was adjourned at 8:17 p.m. in memory of Mayor Pro Tem Lo's mother.
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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 service, foster growth and opportunity, and create a joyous and collaborative environment.
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Minutes
Monterey Park City Council
Special Community Meeting
February 24, 2026

The City Council of the City of Monterey Park held a Special Community Meeting of the Council at La Diosa De Los Moles located at 1965 Potrero Grande Dr. #A, Monterey Park, CA, 91755 on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

1. Call to Order
City Manager Alvarez called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

2. Roll Call

City Manager Alvarez called the roll:

Council Members Present: Elizabeth Yang, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez Council Members Absent: Henry Lo, Thomas Wong

Also Present:

Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia
Director of Recreation and Community Services Robert Aguirre City Librarian Kristen Olivarez
Fire Chief Jason Hing
Police Chief Scott Wiese
Economic Development Manager Joseph Torres
Public Works Manager Xochitl Tipan
Library Manager Linda Vera
Fire Engineer Johnathan Chang
Economic Development Specialist Janice Huang

Meet Up with The Mayor

I. Welcome: The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m.

II. Community members are invited for casual conversations and to learn more about the City with the Mayor of Monterey Park
III. Adjournment at 6:00 p.m.

_________________
Maychelle Yee
City Clerk

Approved on MM DD, YYYY, at the Regular City Council Meeting

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City Council Staff Report

Date: April 15, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.B.

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Martha Garcia, Director of Finance
Subject: Professional Services Master Agreement for Sales Tax, Business License Tax, and Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Auditing Services and Utility User’s Tax Administration

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Executive Summary:

The City has two existing agreements with Hinderliter De Llamas and Associates/Hinderliter Software, LLC (HDL) for the sales and transaction tax consulting, business license tax operations, transient occupancy tax (TOT) and auditing services. The proposed master agreement will consolidate the two agreements and will add the utility user’s tax administration services.

The two existing HDL agreements, No. 1704-AA and No. 2040-A, will terminate with the execution of the proposed HDL master agreement.

Background:

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Sales, use and transactions tax, business license tax and TOT revenues are a vital component of the City’s finances, requiring effective management and detailed analysis. HdL’s comprehensive approach to revenue management has maximized revenue sources while providing staff with relevant and timely information. HdL has been the City’s sales tax and TOT consultant since September 25, 2015 and has been providing business license operations since September 26, 2020. Services provided to the City include sales tax and economic analysis services, sales tax allocation audit and recovery services, business license tax operation and compliance, and TOT operations management and audit services. HDL will add utility user’s tax administration services in the proposed master agreement.

Strategic Plan Goal:

This item meets the Strategic Plan goal of maintaining fiscal stability of the City’s financial resources by fulfilling the objective of reviewing and revising City revenue sources.

Fiscal Impact:

Funds for the current year of Master Agreement have been budgeted in the Finance Department FY 2025-2026 budget. Total cost for the proposed Master Agreement is $500,000 for the term of the Agreement..

Attachments:

None

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City Council Staff Report

Date: April 15, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.C.

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Timothy Hou, Director of Community Development
Subject: Authorize Second Amendment to Agreement No. 2244-AA with E-Plan, Inc./ e-PlanSoft for Electronic Plan Review Software

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Second Amendment to Agreement No. 2244- AA with E-Plan, Inc./e-PlanSoft, in a form approved by the City Attorney, to extend the term for three years through June 14, 2029, and add two additional licenses for digital plan check review software, for an amount not to exceed $113,228.63; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Executive Summary:

In 2021, the City entered into Agreement No. 2244-AA with E-Plan, Inc/e-PlanSoft (“Agreement”) for electronic building plan check review software, PlanREVIEW. The agreement’s initial five-year term is set to expire on June 15, 2026. It is recommended that the City Council authorizes the City Manager to execute a Second Amendment to the Agreement to continue the software subscription through June 14, 2029 and add two additional licenses, for a total of 14 licenses, for an amount not to exceed $113,228.63 for the term of the Agreement.

Background:

The Community Development Department facilitates the City’s growth and development while ensuring public health and safety through enforcement of building codes for all construction projects. Accordingly, all building plan check applications undergo a plan check review.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the City transitioned to fully digital plan check reviews.

Initially, this process relied on emails, which was inefficient, requiring manual tracking by multiple divisions and departments, taking substantial computer storage, and frequent back- and-forth emails.

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On June 15, 2021, the City entered into the Agreement with E-Plan, Inc/e-PlanSoft for electronic building plan check review software. On September 23, 2024, the City entered into a First Amendment to the Agreement to reflect the latest Software as a Service (Saas) Service Level Agreement, which enhanced provisions for online client self-support resources, and incident handling mechanisms.

E-Plan, Inc./e-PlanSoft provides a web-based electronic plan check review software platform named e-PlanREVIEW that streamlines this process. The platform allows multiple reviewers to simultaneously markup plans, send comments directly to the applicants, compare revisions through version overlay, and utilize standardized comments. It also improves coordination through tracking tools and review timelines, resulting in more efficient plan review for customers.

Two additional software licenses are required to efficiently process projects and maintain timely plan review. Since implementing electronic plan check review in 2021, the City has filled some staffing vacancies which previously existed, resulting in a need for two additional licenses for the number of staff using e-PlanREVIEW.

The City requests the City Council authorize a Second Amendment to the Agreement to extend the software subscription services for an additional 3 years, from June 15, 2026 to June 14, 2029, for an amount not to exceed $113,228.63. This amount accounts for the actual cost adjustment which will be based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) plus 3 percent per the Estimated 3-Year Fee Schedule included as part of the Agreement.

Strategic Plan Goal:

The proposed amendment supports the City’s strategic goal of ensuring public safety with a modernized and community-oriented approach by facilitating standardized plan reviews and ensuring compliance of health and safety through building codes. It also meets the City’s goal to maintain, build and modernize infrastructure to support the current and future needs of our City and community by transitioning from a paper-based process into modernized efficient system for our digital infrastructure.

Fiscal Impact:

Funds for future fiscal years will be budgeted during the annual budget process. The cost for the proposed amendment is $113,228.63 for a total Agreement amount of $171,428.63. Funds for FY 2025-26 have been budgeted.

Attachments:

None

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City Council Staff Report

Date: April 15, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.D.

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Timothy Hou, Director of Community Development
Subject: Data Center Ordinance - Notice of Public Hearing Date

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Receiving and filing this report; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Executive Summary:

The City Council previously directed staff to prepare an ordinance prohibiting data centers within the City of Monterey Park. Staff has prepared the ordinance and scheduled the required public hearing for City Council consideration.

The public hearing for the ordinance was originally anticipated to be scheduled for April 15.

Due to noticing considerations, the public hearing has now been scheduled for April 20 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. This has been communicated via press release, website and social media. Notice of the public hearing was posted at City Hall, Langley Center, and Bruggemeyer Library, and published in a local newspaper on Monday, March 30. Public notices were also given by mail to owners of property within a radius of 500 feet from the Saturn Park Innovation/Technology Zone and the Market Place Planned Development area.

Staff has also added this brief report to the agenda so that the public is aware of the scheduled hearing date.

Background:

N/A

Strategic Plan Goal:

N/A

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Fiscal Impact:

N/A

Attachments:

None

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City Council Staff Report

Date: April 15, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.E.

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Shawn Igoe, Public Works Director
Subject: Award of Contract for Street Sweeping Services

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):

Executive Summary:

On May 12, 2025, the Public Works Director (“Director”) solicited bids for street sweeping services under Proposal No. 2025-M02. On August 6, 2025, City Council approved a rejection of all bids due to significant cost increases for service and authorized the City Manager to directly negotiate with a contractor for month-to-month services allowing staff additional time to explore cost-effective options for the City. On January 29, 2026, the Director issued bid No. 2026-M01 for street sweeping services and optional bid items. Three bids were received by the bid submittal deadline of February 19, 2026. Based on the evaluation and review of the bids received, the Director recommends an award of contract to the lowest bidder, CMAX Commercial Services, Inc., in the amount of $1,098,458 annually, with annual CPI increases after the first year of the agreement, for a 5-year term beginning July 1, 2026 through June 30, 3031.

Background:

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On January 29, 2026, the City issued bid No. 2026-M01 for recurring street sweeping services covering all dedicated streets, alleys, median island curbs, intersections, street centerlines, paved medians, and municipal parking facilities within the City, including optional bid items for the sweeping of bike lanes, operation of an ALPR vehicle ticketing system, catch basin maintenance, and bus shelter maintenance. Three bids were received by the bid submittal deadline of February 19, 2026 by the companies listed below:

Contractor Base Bid Annual Amount
CMAX Commercial Services, Inc. $1,020,000
SCA of CA, LLC $1,135,355
Nationwide Environmental Services $1,561,600

On March 11, 2026, the Director reviewed and evaluated the bids and determined CMAX Commercial Services, Inc. met all bid proposal criteria and submitted the lowest bid for street sweeping services to the City. The City currently contracts with CMAX Commercial Services, Inc. for street sweeping services on an interim, month-to-month basis and is satisfied with their performance.

In addition to providing the lowest cost for the sweeping services, CMAX also submitted costs for optional bid items including catch basin maintenance and sweeping of bike lanes. The City currently contracts with United Stormwater, Inc. for routine inspections and cleaning of City- owned and county-owned catch basins at an annual cost of $76,241. The cost for catch basin maintenance services as part of the optional bid items in bid No. 2026-M01 through CMAX is $56,992 annually. Procuring catch basin maintenance services through CMAX provides the City with an estimated annual savings of $19,249.

Street sweeping is essential for preventing pollutants from entering our storm drains, as required by the City’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit, and maintaining the City’s aesthetic appeal. CMAX has demonstrated a high level of reliability and competence in their work, meets equipment and compliance regulations, and notes experience for similar type of work with the Cities of Ontario, Colton, and Loma Linda. An award of contract to CMAX will secure a fixed low rate and provide consistent service delivery for street sweeping services and catch basin maintenance for the next 5 years. The Director recommends an award of contract with CMAX Commercial Services, Inc. for street sweeping and catch basin maintenance services in the annual amount of $1,098,458 plus annual CPI increases after the first year of the agreement. The proposed agreement is for an initial 5-year term beginning July 1, 2026 through June 30, 3031, with the option to extend the proposed agreement for an additional 3-year term, followed by a second optional extension for an additional 2-year term.

Strategic Plan Goal:

The proposed agreement supports the City’s strategic goal of maintaining, building, and modernizing infrastructure and facilities to support the current and future needs of our City and community. An award of contract for street sweeping and catch basin maintenance services ensures consistent removal of debris and harmful pollutants from our roadways and storm drains.

Fiscal Impact:

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The proposed agreement with CMAX includes street sweeping services (base bid) at $1,020,000 per year plus Optional bid items A and C. Optional Bid Item A includes bimonthly sweeping of existing and planned bike lanes at $21,466 per year. Optional Bid Item B includes catch basin maintenance at $56,992 per year. In total, the annual cost for services would be $1,098,458 plus annual CPI increases starting in year two. Street sweeping and catch basin services are funded by State Gas Tax Fund (242) and Measure W Fund (248). Sufficient funds have been budgeted for the first year of street sweeping and catch basin maintenance services through the FY 2026-2027 budget process.

Attachments:

1. CMAX Commercial Services, Inc. Proposal 2026-M02

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Staff Report
April 15, 2026
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CMAX Commercial Services, Inc.

Proposal 2026-M02

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City Council Staff Report

Date: April 15, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.F.

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Maychelle Yee , City Clerk
Subject: Professional Municipal Clerk's Week Resolution

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Adopting a Resolution declaring the week of May 3 – May 9, 2026 as Professional Municipal Clerks Week in Monterey Park; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Executive Summary:

The Office of the City Clerk is celebrating the week of May 3 – May 9, 2026 as Professional Municipal Clerks Week. This week, sponsored by the International Institute of Municipal Clerk’s (IIMC) and celebrated annually, honors and recognizes the Municipal Clerk profession as a vital part of local government celebrated throughout the world including the United States, Canada and 15 other countries. We are enlisting your support in the form of a resolution to honor Professional Municipal Clerks for providing supports to the Council, departmental staff, other agencies, and residents of Monterey Park.

Background:

Historically, the Office of the City Clerk recognizes and celebrates the hard work, commitment and devotion Professional Municipal Clerks provide to ensure the integrity and democracy process of Monterey Park residents.

Strategic Plan Goal:

N/A

Fiscal Impact:

None

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Attachments:

1. Municipal Clerk Resolution

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April 15, 2026
Staff Report

ATTACHMENT 1
Draft Resolution

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Resolution No.

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RESOLUTION NO.

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MONTEREY PARK DECLARING MAY 3 THROUGH MAY 9, 2026

AS PROFESSIONAL MUNICIPAL CLERKS 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. The Monterey Park Office of the City Clerk is celebrating the week of May 3 through May 9, 2026 as Professional Municipal Clerks Week. This week, sponsored by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC), honors and recognizes the Municipal Clerk profession as a vital part of local government celebrated throughout the world including the United States, Canada and 15 other countries.

B. In 1984 and in 1994, Presidents Ronald Reagan and Bill Clinton, respectively, signed a Proclamation officially declaring Professional Municipal Clerks Week the first full week of May and recognizing the essential role Professional Municipal Clerks play in local government.

C. Although it is one of the oldest positions in local government, few people realize the vital services Professional Municipal Clerks perform for their community. Primarily, they act as the cornerstone of their council. They also prepare the council agendas, record and index minutes and maintain the ordinances and resolutions files. Other responsibilities include keeping the official records of the city and conducting local elections.

D. The Office of the City Clerk provides professional links between the residents, the local governing bodies and agencies of government at other levels. Professional Municipal Clerks serve as the information center on functions of local government and community acting as the contact office for general information, public records requests, receipt of claims and subpoenas.

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Resolution No.

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E. Professional Municipal Clerks have pledged to be ever mindful of their neutrality and impartiality, rendering equal service to all and continually strive to improve the administration of the affairs of the Office of the City Clerk.

G. The City of Monterey Park recognizes and celebrates the hard work of these dedicated professionals and declares May 3 through May 9, 2026 as Professional Municipal Clerk Week in Monterey Park, honoring and recognizing the essential role Professional Municipal Clerks play in local government.

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 15th day of April, 2026.

________________________________
Elizabeth Yang, Mayor

Attest:

__________________________
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk

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Resolution No.

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State of California )
County of Los Angeles ) §
City of Monterey Park )

I, Maychelle Yee, City Clerk of the City of Monterey Park, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of Monterey Park at a regular meeting held on the 15th day of April, 2026, by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Members:

Noes: Council Members:

Absent: Council Members:

Abstain: Council Members:

Recusal: Council Members:

Dated this 15 th day of April, 2026.
___________________________
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk
Monterey Park, California

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City Council Staff Report

Date: April 15, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.G.

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Kristin Olivarez, City Librarian
Subject: National Library Week Resolution

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Adopting a resolution declaring the week of April 19-25, 2026 to be National Library Week in Monterey Park; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Executive Summary:

The Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library is celebrating the week of April 19-25, 2026 as National Library Week. National Library Week is celebrated nationwide annually in April to highlight the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities. Libraries serve as hubs for learning, creativity, and connection, helping people of all ages and backgrounds explore new ideas and opportunities.

Background:

N/A

Strategic Plan Goal:

N/A

Fiscal Impact:

None.

Attachments:

1. National Library Week 2026 Resolution

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Staff Report

ATTACHMENT 1
Draft Resolution

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Resolution No.

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RESOLUTION NO.

A RESOLUTION DECLARING APRIL 19 – APRIL 25, 2026 AS
NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK.

BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Monterey Park as follows:

SECTION 1: The City Council finds as follows:

A. National Library week is celebrated annually in April to highlight the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities.

B. Libraries spark creativity, fuel imagination, and inspire lifelong learning, offering a space where individuals of all ages can find joy through exploration and discovery.

C. Libraries are vibrant community hubs, connecting people with knowledge, technology, and resources while fostering civic engagement, critical thinking, and cultural enrichment.

D. Libraries provide free and equitable access to books, digital tools, and innovative programming, ensuring that all individuals—regardless of background—have the support they need to learn, connect, and thrive.

E. Libraries partner with schools, businesses, and organizations, connecting the dots to maximize resources, increase efficiency, and expand access to essential services, strengthening the entire community.

F. Libraries have long served as trusted institutions for all members of the community regardless of race, ethnicity, creed, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or socio-economic status.

G. Library workers strive to provide welcoming spaces that inspire discovery, collaboration and creativity for all.

H. Libraries empower job seekers, entrepreneurs, and lifelong learners by providing access to resources, training, and opportunities that support career growth and economic success.

I. Libraries protect the right to read, think, and explore without censorship, standing as champions of intellectual freedom and free expression.

J. Libraries, librarians, and library workers are joining library supporters and advocates across the nation to celebrate National Library Week under the theme “Find Your Joy”;

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Resolution No.

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K. Be it resolved that the City of Monterey Park officially proclaims National Library Week, April 19-25, 2026.

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 ______________, 2026.

________________________________
Elizabeth Yang, Mayor

Attest:

__________________________
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk

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City Council Staff Report

Date: April 15, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.H.

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Diana Garcia, Assistant City Manager
Rebecca Bojorquez, Principal Management Analyst
Subject: California Cities Week Resolution (As Requested by Council Member Sanchez)

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Approving the attached resolution; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Executive Summary:

The attached resolution is being brought forth to the Council for consideration at the request of Council Member Sanchez.

Background:

N/A

Strategic Plan Goal:

N/A

Fiscal Impact:

There is no expected fiscal impact associated with adopting this resolution.

Attachments:

1. California Cities Week Resolution

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Staff Report
April 15, 2026

ATTACHMENT 1
Draft Resolution

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Resolution No.

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RESOLUTION NO.

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONTEREY PARK RECOGNIZING APRIL 19-25, 2026 AS CALIFORNIA CITIES WEEK

BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Monterey Park as follows:

SECTION 1: The City Council finds as follows:

A. Cities first arose in California when eight municipalities incorporated in 1850 to provide essential safety and health services to a rapidly growing population following the Gold Rush, and subsequent periods of economic growth and immigration.

B. Today, California’s 483 cities and towns vary in size and scope and serve diverse communities throughout the state, from small rural neighborhoods to large urban regions.

C. More than 80 percent of California’s population resides within cities and towns, and relies on municipal services provided by local governments.

D. The California Constitution grants cities important powers, including the authority to promote and regulate public safety, raise revenue for public purposes, and operate public works to furnish residents with light, water, power, heat, transportation, and communication.

E. Cities in California provide millions of Californians with essential services, including but not limited to public libraries, fire protection, law enforcement, emergency medical and disaster response, parks and recreation, childcare, community and human services, solid waste and recycling management, water and sewer services, utilities, land use planning, housing, economic development, transportation planning, street and road maintenance, and telecommunications.

F. While cities across California may differ in matters of population, geography, and economy, they share essential beliefs and values.

G. California cities remain transparent and accountable to the communities they serve and continue to earn the trust placed in them by local residents through responsive, accessible, and locally driven governance.

H. Incorporated in 1916, the City of Monterey Park is truly a diverse city that incorporates over a century of history and tradition, with a modern approach to business, neighborhoods, people and community.

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Resolution No.

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I. The City of Monterey Park is home to 61,000 residents and is comprised of 11 City Departments with over 400 staff, dedicated to ensuring Monterey Park is a safe place to work, live and play.

J. California Cities Week is an opportunity to recognize the vital roles cities play in the daily lives of residents and to encourage civic engagement, education and participation in local government.

K. The Monterey Park City Council hereby declares the week of April 19 through April 25, 2026 as California Cities Week.

SECTION 5: 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 6: 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 7: Effective Date. This Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption and will remain effective unless repealed or superseded.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of April, 2026.

________________________________
Elizabeth Yang, Mayor

Attest:

__________________________
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk

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City Council Staff Report

Date: April 15, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 12.A.

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Cindy Trang, Deputy City Clerk
Diana Garcia, Assistant City Manager
Subject: Amendment to City Council Protocols pursuant to Senate Bill 707 (SB 707)

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

2. Providing guidance on public participation guidelines;

4. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Executive Summary:

Updating the Rules of Procedure for conducting all meetings of the legislative bodies within the City, including the implementation of SB 707 requirements.

Background:
2013 City Council Policies and Procedures
In 2013, the City Council comprehensively revised its City Council Policies and Procedures for the third time since their original adoption by Resolution No. 9421 on May 30, 1990, with prior revisions on July 17, 2002, and June 2, 2004. Those policies established detailed standards for City Council proceedings, including rules for decorum, order of business, public communications, electronic communications, and meeting curfews. Among other changes, the

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2013 revisions addressed the use of electronic communications during meetings, required forwarding certain electronic communications to the City Clerk, and updated practices regarding presentations and public communication on the agenda.

2021 Adoption of Rules of Procedure (Resolution No. 12226) On February 17, 2021, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 12226, establishing Rules of Procedure for conducting City Council meetings. This Resolution:
• Transitioned the City’s parliamentary authority from Robert’s Rules of Order to Rosenberg’s Rules of Order, which better aligned with the practical needs of a five-member city council.
• Codified general rules for meetings, quorum, voting, public comment, decorum, and public hearings.
• Applied the Rules of Procedure to subordinate boards and commissions unless they adopted separate rules, and incorporated temporary technology protocols adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic by reference.

The City’s “legislative bodies” are those subordinate commissions, committees and boards established in accordance with the Monterey Park Municipal Code or by City Council resolution. Currently, these consist of the Planning Commission, Commission on Aging, Committee Participation Commission, Economic and Business Development Commission, Environmental Commission, Library Board, Personnel Board, Recreation and Parks Commission, and the Traffic Commission. The City Council is separately identified as an “eligible legislative body” under SB 707.

Updates in State Law
Since 2021, the Legislature has significantly amended the Ralph M. Brown Act, including through Senate Bill 707 (Durazo), which creates new obligations for remote public participation, accessibility, and disruption policies in phases beginning January 1 and July 1, 2026. In addition, staff's experience under Resolution No. 12226, and the evolution of technology since the City’s temporary pandemic protocols, demonstrate the need to consolidate and modernize meeting rules into a single, current framework.

The proposed 2026 Rules of Procedure (Resolution No. 26-xx) implement SB 707, integrate and update prior provisions from the 2013 Policies and 2021 Rules, and add a new Rule 5.3 to address disruptions to telephonic and internet services, as required by SB 707.

SB 707 and Required Changes
SB 707 amends the Brown Act and applies to the City’s legislative bodies in two phases:
• Phase 1 Requirements – All Legislative Bodies (Effective January 1, 2026):
o ADA teleconferencing for members: Members with recognized disabilities may participate via teleconference as a reasonable accommodation and count toward a physical quorum.
o Public recording: The public may record meetings using any device, provided the recording does not actually disrupt proceedings.
o Removal of disruptive remote participants: Presiding officers may remove remote participants after a warning when their conduct actually disrupts the

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meeting, while ensuring that removal is not based solely on offensive speech. o Optional “just cause” teleconferencing: Government Code § 54953.8.3 allows, but does not require, remote participation by members for “just cause” (e.g., illness, childcare, emergency circumstances), conditioned on full two-way remote public participation and other Brown Act requirements. The draft Resolution does not include this option.
o ADA accommodations: Agendas must explain how to request reasonable accommodations, and such requests must be addressed promptly.

• Phase 2 Requirements – City Council as an Eligible Legislative Body (Effective July 1, 2026):
o Agenda translation: Agendas must be translated and posted in applicable languages; based on census data, Chinese is required, and the City will continue to provide Spanish translations. Automated translation tools are permitted. o Mandatory remote public access: The City Council must offer a two-way audiovisual and telephone platform, or two-way telephonic service only, with equal speaking time for in-person and remote participants and auto-captioning enabled for audiovisual platforms.
o Disruption policy – The City Council must adopt a policy addressing disruptions to telephonic or internet services, including good-faith restoration efforts and specific roll-call findings if the Council proceeds without restoring remote access. o Meeting translation support and outreach: The City must reasonably assist members of the public in obtaining interpretation (e.g., space for interpreters, extra time) and must document reasonable outreach efforts to encourage participation from underrepresented groups.

Meetings not subject to the Brown Act, such as ad hoc committees, administrative hearings, trainings, interviews, and similar meetings, are not affected by SB 707, though ADA obligations still apply under federal law.

Proposed 2026 Rules of Procedure and SB 707 Implementation The proposed 2026 Rules of Procedure (Resolution No. 26-xx) builds upon and updates Resolution No. 12226 and the 2013 Council Policies as follows:
• Authority and purpose: Like Resolution No. 12226, the new Rules establish authority, purpose, and governing law and explicitly extend to all City legislative bodies, while clarifying that procedural defects do not invalidate actions that otherwise comply with law.
• Parliamentary rules: The 2021 shift from Robert’s Rules to Rosenberg’s Rules for parliamentary guidance is preserved by embedding Rosenberg-style concepts (e.g., order of motions, reconsideration, majority vs. supermajority) throughout the 2026 Rules.
• Decorum and order: Provisions from the 2013 Policies and 2021 Rules regarding decorum for Council, staff, and public are updated and consolidated into a single decorum and disruption section applicable to in-person and remote participants. • Agenda structure and consent calendar: The 2026 Rules retain the core agenda

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framework, consent calendar practices, and limits on actions to posted items, while simplifying the description of “Future Agenda Items” and City Communications. • Remote access and technology procedures (Section 5): The new Rules codify the City’s virtual meeting practices and update them for post-pandemic SB 707 requirements, including recording practices, recognition of speakers on remote platforms, and handling anonymous participants.
• Public participation (Sections 4 and 7): The Rules specify how remote public comment may be submitted (written, online platform, telephone), how it will be integrated into meetings, and how public hearing procedures accommodate both in-person and remote testimony.
• Disruption of telephonic or internet service (New Rule 5.4 / Rule 5.3 policy): If remote access is disrupted such that the public cannot observe or attend through the City’s authorized two-way platform, the City Council must recess open session for at least one hour and make good-faith efforts to restore service. During the recess, the Council may meet in closed session to the extent permitted by law. If remote access cannot be restored, the Council may reconvene open session only after making specified roll-call findings that good-faith restoration efforts were made and that the public interest in continuing the meeting outweighs the public interest in remote access.

This is a new requirement not present in Resolution No. 12226 or the 2013 Policies and represents a significant SB 707-driven change to the City’s rules of procedure.

Significant Substantive Changes from Existing Rules
The following table highlights key substantive differences between the 2013 Policies, 2021 Rules (Resolution No. 12226), and the proposed 2026 Rules, with emphasis on SB 707:

Topic 2013 Council
Policies
2021 Rules of Procedure
(Res. 12226)
Proposed 2026 Rules
(Res. 26-xx)
Parliamentary
authority
References Robert’s
Rules; failure to
follow does not
invalidate actions.

Replaces Robert’s with
Rosenberg’s Rules;
explicitly procedural
only.

Retains Rosenberg-based
approach, integrated into
Rules text; explicitly
procedural only.

Applicability to
bodies
Focused on City
Council policies and
procedures.

Applies to City Council;
extends to
boards/commissions
unless they adopt
separate rules.

Expressly governs all
“legislative bodies” of the
City; Mayor duties apply
to other presiding officers
as appropriate.

Electronic/remote
participation –
public
2013: Addresses
electronic
communications by
Council; no formal
remote public
participation
framework.
2021: Adopts temporary
Technology Protocols
for virtual meetings
during COVID-19; not
SB 707-driven.

Establishes permanent
remote access and
technology procedures,
including methods of
remote public comment,
platform controls, and
decorum, consistent with
SB 707.

Remote access None. None; virtual access Requires two-way

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mandate (City
Council)
governed by temporary
Technology Protocols.
audiovisual and telephone
platform, or two-way
telephone service, with
equal speaking time and
auto-captioning for
audiovisual platforms,
effective July 1, 2026.

Agenda
translation
Not required by
statute; policies do
not mandate
translated agendas.

No translation
requirement in
resolution.

Requires agenda
translation into applicable
languages (Chinese, with
continued Spanish) using
permissible automated
tools.

Disruption policy
– technology
failures
2013: General
decorum and
removal provisions;
no technology
disruption policy.
2021: Provides general
decorum and removal
rules; temporary
Technology Protocols
for virtual meetings but
no SB 707 policy.

New Rule

5.4/5.3 establishes a
Brown Act-compliant
policy for disruptions of
telephonic or internet
service, including
required recess and
roll-call findings if
remote access cannot be
restored.

ADA
teleconferencing
for members
Not expressly
addressed.

Provides general
teleconferencing
framework; no SB 707
ADA teleconferencing
rule.

Recognizes members’
participation via
teleconference as a
reasonable ADA
accommodation that may
count toward a physical
quorum, consistent with
SB 707.
“Just cause”
teleconferencing
Not applicable. Not addressed; no
express adoption.

Confirms that optional
“just cause”
teleconferencing will not
be used, based on cost
and compliance concerns,
unless later directed by
Council.

Public comment
time limits
2013: Five minutes
per speaker, with
limited time-sharing
provisions.
2021: Five minutes for
public comment and a
total of five minutes on
all other agenda items,
with separate public
hearing rules.

Allows Council to revise
time limits for efficiency
and to manage multiple
participation modes;
specific option to be
selected by Council as
part of adopting the

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Rules.

Evidence and
public hearing
procedures
Detailed hearing
procedures and
decorum, but
pre-SB 707.

Establishes structured
public hearing process,
including testimony
order and admissible
evidence standards.

Updates hearing
procedures to explicitly
integrate remote
testimony, evidence
submission, and
record-keeping, while
retaining core 2021
framework.

Teleconferencing and “Just Cause” Participation
Government Code § 54953.8.3 allows – but does not require – legislative bodies to use a “just cause” (non-traditional) teleconferencing option for members in limited circumstances. If used, the City must provide full two-way remote public participation for all bodies, include access information in every agenda for any person that might use this option, and manage increased administrative and technological burdens.

Because these optional provisions would substantially increase costs, logistical complexity, and Brown Act compliance risk, staff recommends that the City Council not adopt the optional “just cause” teleconferencing provisions at this time and instead limit remote participation by members to traditional teleconferencing and ADA reasonable accommodations. The 2026 Rules therefore:
• Retain the 2021 description of traditional teleconferencing requirements (posting, accessibility, roll-call voting, quorum within jurisdiction). • Incorporate SB 707’s mandatory ADA teleconferencing accommodation for members with recognized disabilities.
• Omit “just cause” teleconferencing as a standing option in the Rules, consistent with the City Manager’s recommendation.

Public Participation Guidelines
As part of the proposed updates, the City Council should consider the standard time limit for public comment. Currently, speakers may speak a total of five minutes for general public comment and a total of five minutes on all other items on the Agenda. Separately, an individual has five minutes to speak during a Public Hearing. In surveying the surrounding cities (attached Attachment 3), most cities generally allow three minutes or a combination thereof, and written comments are received and made part of the records but not read aloud at the meeting.

The most efficient means to effectively monitor speakers through different methods (e.g., in- person, virtual and telephonic), providing for public comment on all matters for the agenda at the beginning of the meeting is desirable. Public hearing items would allow for public comment during those agenda items.

Staff is seeking Council direction on the public participation guidelines and time limits in the resolution.

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Strategic Plan Goal:

This action enhances public communication and civic engagement to better reach all members of our community.

Fiscal Impact:

SB 707 constitutes an unfunded legislative mandate that requires cities to incur additional costs to provide mandatory remote participation, agenda translation, outreach, and related services. Staff estimates that an allocation of $20,000 is needed to purchase additional CivicPlus software to support meeting management and remote participation. An additional $30,000 is anticipated for Council Chambers audio-visual modifications, translation of agendas, outreach and website materials, and recurring staff time necessary to ensure compliance with SB 707 and the revised Rules of Procedure.

Attachments:

1. Draft Resolution

2. Rules of Procedures

3. Public Comments Speaker Time Survey

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Staff Report
April 15, 2026

Attachment 1
Draft Resolution

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RESOLUTION NO. ______

A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PROCEDURAL RULES FOR CONDUCTING

LEGISLATIVE MEETINGS WITHIN THE CITY OF MONTEREY PARK

BE IT RESOLVED by the Monterey Park City Council as follows:

SECTION 1: Adoption of Rules. The City Council adopts the attached Rules of Procedure, which are incorporated by reference, for conducting meetings of all legislative bodies within the City of Monterey Park. These Rules become effective upon adoption and remain effective unless amended, repealed, or superseded. These Rules are intended to comply with the Ralph M. Brown Act, Government Code §§ 54950 through 54963, and other applicable law. To the extent of any conflict, applicable law controls.

SECTION 2: Supersession. This Resolution supersedes all previous resolutions, policies, exhibits, protocols, and procedural rules addressing the conduct of City Council meetings to the extent they conflict with or duplicate these Rules. Any prior provisions inconsistent with these Rules are repealed and of no further force or effect.

SECTION 3: Severability. If any part of this Resolution or its application is held invalid, the remainder will remain in full force and effect.

SECTION 4: Electronic Signatures and Recordation. This Resolution may be executed with electronic signatures consistent with Government Code section 16.5. The Mayor, or presiding officer, is authorized to sign this Resolution, and the City Clerk, or duly authorized deputy, may attest to it.

SECTION 5: 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 6: Effective Date. This Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption and will remain effective unless repealed or superseded.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this ___ day of ______________, 2026.

________________________________
Elizabeth Yang, Mayor
Attest:

_________________________
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk

Approved as to Form:

__________________________
Karl H. Berger, City Attorney

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Staff Report
April 15, 2026
Attachment 2
Rules of Procedure

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MEETING RULES OF PROCEDURE
(Resolution No. 26-xx, adopted April 15, 2026)

1. Authority and Purpose

1.1 Authority
These Rules govern the conduct of all meetings of legislative bodies within the City of Monterey Park. For subordinate legislative bodies, the duties assigned to the Mayor and Vice-Mayor by these Rules apply to the presiding officer.

1.2 Purpose
These Rules are adopted to facilitate orderly, efficient, fair, and legally compliant meetings, to preserve public participation, and to provide clear procedures for the conduct of City Council business.

1.3 Governing Law
All meetings will be conducted in accordance with applicable provisions of the Government Code (i.e., the Brown Act), the Monterey Park Municipal Code, and these Rules. Any procedural issue not expressly addressed in these Rules may be determined by the Mayor, subject to appeal to the City Council and applicable law.

1.4 Procedural Nature of Rules
These Rules are procedural only. Failure to strictly follow a procedural provision does not invalidate an action that otherwise complies with applicable law.

2. Meetings

2.1 Public Meetings
All meetings of the City Council, except closed sessions authorized by law, are open to the public.

2.2 Quorum
Three members of the City Council constitute a quorum. If less than a quorum is present, the City Clerk will record the members in attendance in the meeting minutes

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and the meeting may be adjourned to a later time. If no members are present, the City Clerk may adjourn the meeting pursuant to Government Code § 54955.

2.3 Presiding Officer
The Mayor presides at all meetings when present. In the Mayor’s absence, the Vice Mayor presides. In the absence of both, the Councilmembers present may select a temporary presiding officer by majority vote.

2.4 Call to Order
The Mayor or Vice Mayor will call the meeting to order at the time stated in the notice and agenda. If both are absent, the City Clerk will call the meeting to order for the purpose of selecting a temporary presiding officer.

2.5 Attendance of Officers
The City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk, or their designees when authorized, should attend all meetings. The City Manager may participate in discussion but may not vote. The City Attorney may provide legal advice and serve as parliamentarian. The City Clerk maintains the official record.

2.6 Minutes
The City Clerk will record the public proceedings of the City Council in the official minutes, which become public record after Council approval. Unless a majority of the quorum requests otherwise, minutes may be approved without being read aloud.

3. Agenda and Order of Business

3.1 Agenda Preparation
The agenda will be prepared in accordance with procedures directed by the City Manager and applicable law.

3.2 Action Limited to Posted Agenda
The City Council may act only on items appearing on the posted agenda except as otherwise permitted by Government Code § 54954.2 or other applicable law.

3.3 Consent Calendar

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Consent Calendar items are routine matters that the City Manager believes generally do not require separate discussion. Any Councilmember may remove an item for separate consideration, and an item may also be removed upon receipt of a written request for public comment on that item.

3.4 City Communications
Items of interest not listed elsewhere on the agenda, including conference or meeting reports, may be discussed under City Communications, but no action may be taken other than to receive the information or refer the matter to staff.

3.5 Future Agenda Items
The agenda may include a “Future Agenda Items” section during which a Councilmember may make a non-debatable motion to place an item on a future agenda.

Placement requires a majority vote. The City Manager retains discretion regarding scheduling unless otherwise directed by the City Council.

3.6 Document Preparation
Unless otherwise directed by the City Council or City Manager, documents to be placed on the agenda should be approved as to form and legality by the City Attorney or designee before presentation to the City Council.

4. Public Participation and Decorum

4.1 Public Right to Address the Council
Any person may address the City Council during public comment, during a public hearing, or with the consent of a majority of the quorum, subject to these Rules and applicable law.

4.2 Scope of Comment
For regular meetings, members of the public may address the City Council on matters within the Council’s subject-matter jurisdiction during the public comment portion of the agenda. For special meetings, public comment may be limited to matters listed on the agenda as permitted by Government Code § 54954.3(a). Written comments must be received by the City Clerk at least 24 hours before a scheduled meeting to be considered by the City Council.

4.3 Speaker Procedures

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Persons addressing the City Council must provide any information reasonably requested by the City Clerk for the record, speak from the podium or approved remote platform, and state their name and address for the record unless not required by law. Remarks must be directed to the City Council as a body, not to individual Councilmembers or staff. No question may be asked of Councilmembers or City staff except through the presiding officer.

4.4 Time Limits
Unless otherwise provided for public hearings or adjusted by the presiding officer consistent with law, each speaker is limited to ____ minutes during public comment and a total of ____ minutes on other agenda items. To avoid unnecessary repetition, the presiding officer may request that a group select a spokesperson and may reasonably limit repetitive presentations.

4.5 Decorum and Disruption
All participants must conduct themselves in a manner that permits the orderly transaction of business. Disruptive conduct, including conduct that disturbs, disrupts, or impedes the meeting, is prohibited. A person who engages in disruptive conduct may be removed from the meeting and excluded for the remainder of that meeting unless the City Council permits continued participation by majority vote.

4.6 Recognition to Speak
Councilmembers wishing to speak must first be recognized by the presiding officer and, except during City Communications or as otherwise permitted, should limit remarks to the item under consideration.

4.7 Rules of Debate and Courtesy
Debate should address the pending matter and not personalities. The presiding officer may enforce decorum, maintain order, and ensure that speakers stay on topic, while preserving fair opportunity for Council and public participation.

4.7.1 Interruptions for Privilege or Order
As a limited exception to the general rule against interrupting a speaker, a Councilmember may raise a point of privilege, point of order, or appeal the ruling of the chair when necessary to protect the orderly conduct of the meeting.

The presiding officer will rule on the point or process the appeal under Section

9.1.

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4.7.2 Public Information During Proceedings
To support meaningful participation, the presiding officer should, when practicable, tell the public what the Council will be doing, keep the public informed while the Council is doing it, and announce what action the Council has taken after the vote or other disposition of the item.

5. Remote Access and Technology Procedures

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

5.2 Methods of Remote Public Comment
When remote participation is offered, public comment may be submitted in writing before the meeting in the manner designated by the City Clerk, through the platform’s recognition feature during the meeting, or by telephone using the access procedures identified on the agenda or meeting notice. To the extent practicable, the City Clerk may also accept written communications during the meeting before the close of public comment to the extent feasible under the procedures stated on the agenda.

5.3 Remote Meeting Decorum
Anonymous attendance may be permitted for audience members, but anonymous participants need not be recognized for public comment. Participants using names that violate community standards, attempting to rename themselves contrary to host controls, or attempting to bypass host controls may be denied entry to, removed from, or blocked from the meeting platform.

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

During the recess, the City Council may meet in closed session as permitted by law. The City Council will not reconvene open session until at least one hour has passed or service has been restored, whichever occurs first. If service has not been restored when

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open session reconvenes, the City Council may continue only after adopting, by roll call vote, findings that good faith efforts were made to restore service and that the public interest in continuing the meeting outweighs the public interest in remote access.

6. Motions, Debate, and Voting

6.1 Making Motions
Council action is ordinarily taken by motion. A Councilmember must be recognized before making a motion. The presiding officer will state the motion before a vote and announce the result. A roll call vote must be taken upon request of any Councilmember.

6.2 Seconding Motions
A motion may be debated after it is made. During debate, any Councilmember may call for a second. If no second is forthcoming, the motion fails for lack of a second.

6.3 Debate on Motions
After a motion is made and seconded, Councilmembers may debate the motion subject to the direction of the presiding officer and these Rules. The Mayor retains the rights of a Councilmember and may move, second, and debate while serving as presiding officer.

6.3.1 Agenda Item Discussion Sequence
Unless a different sequence is required by law, the presiding officer may conduct each agenda item in the following order: announcement of the item; staff or presenter report and recommendation; Council clarifying questions; public comment or public hearing testimony as applicable; motion and second; Council debate; vote; and announcement of the result. The presiding officer may vary this sequence for good cause, for efficiency, or to comply with applicable law.

6.3.2 Chair’s Participation in Debate
To promote orderly and impartial meeting management, the presiding officer should ordinarily speak after other Councilmembers have had an opportunity to address the pending matter and should avoid making or seconding motions unless necessary to facilitate Council action. This provision is directory only and does not limit the full participatory rights of the Mayor or other presiding officer recognized elsewhere in these Rules.

6.3.3 Amendments and Substitute Motions

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A pending main motion may be modified by a motion to amend. A substitute motion may be used to propose a different disposition of the matter. The presiding officer will determine whether a proposed motion is properly treated as an amendment or a substitute motion, subject to appeal under Section 9.1.

6.3.4 Priority of Motions
When multiple motions are pending, the Council should ordinarily consider the most recently made motion first, including a substitute motion before an amendment and an amendment before the main motion, unless applicable law or these Rules require otherwise. No more than three motions should be pending at the same time unless the presiding officer determines additional procedural flexibility is necessary and no Councilmember objects.

6.3.5 Motions Not Ordinarily Debatable
The following motions are not ordinarily debatable and will be put to a vote promptly after a second, subject to applicable law and any controlling provision of these Rules: motion to adjourn; motion to recess; motion to fix the time to adjourn; motion to table; and motion to limit debate.

6.3.6 Supermajority Motions
A two-thirds vote is required for a motion to limit debate, a motion to object to consideration of an item, and a motion to suspend the rules, unless these Rules or applicable law prescribe a different standard. Nothing in this section alters any lower or higher vote threshold expressly established elsewhere in these Rules for substantive City action.

6.3.7 Withdrawal of Motion
Before voting begins, the maker of a motion may request to withdraw it. If the motion has not yet been seconded, the withdrawal is effective upon request. If the motion has been seconded or has become the subject of Council debate, the presiding officer may recognize the seconder or another Councilmember to renew the motion or may allow withdrawal unless a Councilmember objects.

6.3.8 Orders of the Day
A Councilmember may call for the orders of the day to require return to the posted agenda or the pending agenda item. If the presiding officer determines that the meeting has deviated from the agenda or pending item, the presiding

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officer will direct the body back to the proper order of business, subject to appeal under Section 9.1.

6.4 Order of Voting and Result
Unless a different vote is required by law, a majority of a quorum is required to transact business. The presiding officer will announce whether the motion passed or failed. Tie votes are governed by Section 6.8 and other applicable provisions of these Rules.

6.5 Votes Required for Certain Substantive Matters
Except where two Councilmembers are recused because of a legal conflict, three affirmative votes of the Council are required to approve General Plan amendments, amendments to the MPMC, zone changes, variances, conditional use permits, prezoning for annexations, subdivision maps, and parcel maps. If approval of such a substantive matter fails because three affirmative votes are not obtained, the matter will automatically be continued to the next regular City Council meeting. If the matter is neither approved nor denied at that next regular meeting, it is deemed denied unless the applicant requests an additional vote at the next regular meeting. No appeal fee will be charged for an appeal required because of a tie vote or the lack of sufficient affirmative votes where the matter is not subsequently denied.

6.6 Failure to Vote and Abstentions
A Councilmember should vote unless disqualified by a legal conflict of interest. A Councilmember abstaining due to a legal conflict of interest is not counted as part of the quorum and is not deemed to vote. A Councilmember abstaining for reasons other than a legal conflict remains counted for purposes of quorum.

6.7 Silence During Voice Vote
During a collective vote of ayes and nays, silence of any Councilmember denotes an affirmative vote unless a different voting method is used or a Councilmember states an abstention or disqualification.

6.8 Tie Votes
If a tie vote occurs when a Councilmember is absent, the item will be automatically continued once to the next regular meeting. If a tie vote results from a Councilmember’s abstention, the motion is lost, except that a tie vote on an appeal is deemed to deny the appeal.

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6.9 Changing a Vote
A Councilmember may change a vote only immediately after the vote is announced and before the next agenda item is called.

6.10 Reconsideration
A motion to reconsider may be made before adjournment of the meeting at which the original action was taken. It may be made by a Councilmember on the prevailing side or, in the case of a lost motion, by any Councilmember; it may be seconded by any Councilmember. The motion is debatable and takes precedence over a pending motion.

If the action to be reconsidered involves a public hearing item, the item must be re- noticed if reconsideration passes unless it is clearly established that all interested members of the public are still present.

7. Public Hearing Procedures

7.1 Opening the Hearing
For a public hearing, the Mayor announces the subject, confirms with the City Clerk that notice was properly given, opens the hearing, and calls for disclosure of conflicts and ex parte contacts if applicable.

7.2 Staff and Written Materials
The staff report and other written materials in the agenda packet are received and filed.

Additional written materials may also be received and filed. Staff may present an oral report and respond to Councilmember questions.

7.3 Public Testimony
The purpose of public testimony is to provide an opportunity for interested persons to support or oppose the matter under consideration. The presiding officer may instruct speakers regarding required speaker forms, use of the podium or remote access tools, identification for the record, applicable time limits, and avoidance of repetition. The applicant or representative normally speaks first and may be allotted up to ten minutes, including rebuttal time.

7.4 Council Deliberation
After public testimony concludes, the City Council may ask clarifying questions, deliberate, and consider motions.

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7.5 Action on Public Hearing Items
The City Council may continue an open public hearing, vote on the item, adopt amendments, allow further public comment when appropriate, or close the hearing and continue the matter for later decision. Continuing an open public hearing to a specific date does not require additional notice.

8. Evidence and Record

8.1 Documentary and Oral Evidence
Documentary evidence, exhibits, written communications, and staff reports relied upon by the City Council must be made part of the record. Oral evidence may be taken under oath or affirmation if requested by the City Council. The Mayor or City Clerk may administer the oath.

8.2 Communications and Petitions
Communications and petitions may be read aloud in full or in summary, and a full reading must be provided if requested by a majority of the Council. Such materials may be received into evidence at the Council’s discretion.

8.3 Displays and Maps
Large maps and displays used at a hearing should be displayed in full view of the Council and, when practicable, included in the record or reduced to an authentic smaller format for the record.

8.4 Admissibility
A public hearing need not follow formal rules of evidence. Relevant evidence of a type on which reasonable persons rely may be accepted, while irrelevant or unduly repetitious evidence may be excluded.

9. Appeals, Privilege, and Continuances

9.1 Appeals of Rulings
Any ruling of the presiding officer may be appealed by a Councilmember. The presiding officer must call for a roll call vote on whether the ruling will be upheld.

9.2 Personal Privilege and Protest

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A Councilmember may address the Council on a question of personal privilege when the Councilmember’s integrity, character, motives, or the welfare of the Council is at issue, but may not interrupt a speaker until recognized. Any Councilmember may enter into the public record reasons for dissent or protest against a motion carried by the majority.

9.3 Continuances
Upon request of a Councilmember and by majority vote, an item not subject to a deadline may be continued to an agreed meeting date. Any interested person may also request a continuance, which the City Council may grant by majority vote.

10. Adjournment, Amendment, and Ceremonial Items

10.1 Adjournment Time
At 11:00 p.m., if the business of the meeting has not concluded, the Mayor will poll the Councilmembers. Upon majority vote, the meeting may be extended for up to one additional hour, and thereafter may be extended in one-hour increments by majority vote.

10.2 Amendment or Suspension of Rules
The City Council may amend or suspend these Rules at any time by majority vote, subject to applicable law. Failure to comply with these Rules does not affect any action taken by the City Council in accordance with applicable law.

10.3 Certificates and Proclamations
Presentation of certificates and proclamations remains honorary and ceremonial. The Mayor or presiding officer conducts presentations concerning City-sponsored events and proclamations. Certificates and proclamations presented at regular meetings should include the signatures required by Council policy, and requests should be submitted sufficiently in advance to permit preparation.

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Staff Report
April 15, 2026

Attachment 3
Public Comments Speaker Time Survey

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Public Comments Speaker Time Survey

Arcadia • 5 speakers or less – 5 minutes each;
• 6 and 20 speakers – 3 minutes each;
• 21 and 50 speakers – 2 minutes each;
• 50+ speakers – 1 minute each.
• written comments not read at meeting
Alhambra • 3 minutes – public comment, 30 minutes total remaining speakers taken at the end of the meeting - 5 minutes • consent calendar - 1 item/5 minutes, 2+/10 minutes
Baldwin Park • 3 minutes - public comment & all agenda items • written comments not read at meeting
Downey • 3 minutes - public comment & all agenda items, 30 minutes total • 3 minutes - public hearing
• 6 minutes - interpreter
Duarte • 3 minutes per category
• no speaker cards accepted after start of meeting
El Monte • 3 minutes - public comment & all agendized items • 3 minutes for public hearing
Glendale • 3 minutes - Community Event Announcement
• 3 minutes - public comments & all agenda items, 30 minutes total • 5 minutes - non-agendize items
• written comments not read at meeting
Glendora • 3 minutes for public comment & all agendized items Monrovia • 3 minutes – public comment, 45 minutes total remaining speakers taken at the end of the meeting
• agendizes items – as determined by of the city
• 5 minutes - public hearing
• written comments not read at meeting
Montebello • 3 minutes – public comment, 30 minutes total remainder speakers taken at the end
• 3 minutes per item
Pico Rivera • 3 minutes - public comment & all agendized items • 3 minutes - public hearing
• no speaker cards accepted after start of meeting
Rosemead • 3 minutes - public comment & all agendized items • no speaker cards accepted after start of meeting
San Gabriel • 3 minutes per item, 6 minutes interpreter • written comments not read at meeting
San Marino • 3 minutes per item
• written communication period at the end
South Gate • 3 minutes per item, 45 minutes total
remaining speakers taken at the end of the meeting
South Pasadena • 3 minutes per item, 30 minutes total
remaining speakers taken at the end of the meeting
• written comments not read at meeting
Temple City • 3 minutes per item, 30 minutes total
• written comments not read at meeting
West Covina • 3 minutes – public comment & all agendized items • 3 minutes - public hearing
• written comments not read at meeting

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City Council Staff Report

Date: April 15, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 12.B.

To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Karl Berger , City Attorney
Subject: Consideration and possible action to authorize the Mayor to execute the First Amendment to the City Manager's Employment Agreement for a three-year term (with options for one to two year extensions) with Ms. Inez Alvarez. Fiscal Impacts include, without limitation, a (1) base compensation for a total of $315,731.60 beginning the first full pay period after July 1, 2026; (2) vehicle allowance of $600 per month; and (3) medical, disability, an other fringe benefits included, without limitation, CalPERS retirement benefits substantially the same as other department directors. The total compensation package is approximately $1,040,838.70 for the initial three year term. An increase in base salary would occur upon the anniversary date based upon the percentage increase granted by the City Council to executive management employees.

Recommendation:

It is recommended that the City Council consider:

1. Authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to the employment agreement with Ms. Inez Alvarez, in a form approved by the City Attorney; and

2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Executive Summary:

Upon direction from the City Council, the City Attorney negotiated an amendment to the existing employment agreement with Ms. Inez Alvarez to serve as City Manager. This amendment includes a three-year initial term beginning July 1, 2026. Ms. Alvarez was appointed City Manager on November 15, 2023.

A summary of the Agreement (see Attachment 1) includes:
• A base salary of $315,731.60 beginning the first full pay period after July 1, 2026; • $600 a month car allowance; and
• Substantially similar benefits (health, leave times, etc.) as other executive management

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employees.

Background:

The First Amendment modifies the City Manager Employment Agreement entered into on January 17, 2024, which was retroactively effective November 15, 2023. The original agreement provided a three-year term with one-year extension, base salary of $256,000 beginning Novermber 15, 2023, a $600 monthly vehicle allowance, and benefits substantially similar to execute management employees. In January 2025, the City Manager received a 12% increase in accordance with the terms of the existing agreement, increasing her base salary from $265,000 to $297,860. All other benefits remained the same. Here are the key amendments for the proposed contract extension:

1. Term Structure and Expiration Date - Fiscal-Year Alignment Effective July 1, 2026, the agreement term is amended to run on a fiscal-year basis, with the expiration date set to June 30 of the applicable contract year. The agreement continues for an initial three- year term through June 30, 2029, unless otherwise terminated in accordance with the agreement. Impacts: Aligns contract administration, budgeting, and performance cycles with the City's fiscal calendar.

2. Automatic Renewal/Extension and Month-to-Month Continuation. The City Council may extend the agreement for successive one- or two-year terms upon written notice delivered at least 60 days before the then-current expiration date. Absent written notice for extension, the agreement will renew on a month-to -month basis beginning upon the anniversary date. Impact: Provides flexible extension pathways and continuity of service without lapses.

3. Salary Adjustments. For the period through July 1, 2026, the Employee will not receive an increase in base salary and agrees not to take any retroactive 1% increase for the current year. Effective the first full pay period after July 1, 2026, the annual base salary will increase by 6%, payable in equal installments with standard withholding.

Beginning on the first full pay period after July 1, 2027, and on each first full pay period after July 1 thereafter during the term, base salary will automatically adjust based upon the percentage adjustment of the Executive Management Team as determined by the City Council, with Council retaining discretion for additional adjustments by minute action or written amendment. Impact: Establishes a predictable fiscal-year salary framework, with automatic annual adjustments tied to executive team adjustments.

4. Severence Provisions. If terminated without cause and upon timely execution (and non- revocation) of a City-approved separation and release (that is already part of the existing agreement), the Employee will receive severance equal to 12 months of base salary, subject to withholdings, in lieu of any lesser severance otherwise provided.

Impact: Clarifies severance and conditions, aligning with best practices for executive transitions.

5. Performance Reviews. The City Council will conduct an annual performance review on a schedule aligned to the fiscal-year cycle, generally completed on or before September 30 following the close of the preceding fiscal year. Impact: Synchronizes evaluation

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timing with fiscal planning and goal setting.

6. Alignment of Benefits. Effective July 1, 2026, compensation and fringe benefits will be aligned with those generally provided to department directors/executive team, as established by the City Council from time to time. Impact: Clarifies alignment while maintaining the agreement's independence from other bargaining frameworks.

Strategic Plan Goal:

This action supports the City Council's Strategic Plan Goal of maintaining stability of the City's Human Resources.

Fiscal Impact:

Cost for the first fiscal year of this contract (FY 26-27) is $337,631.60 and if approved will be budgeted in the FY 26-27 budget. Total estimated cost for the First Amendment over three years is $1,040,838.70.

Attachments:

1. Draft First Amendment

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ATTACHMENT 1
Draft First Amendment

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FIRST AMENDMENT TO CITY MANAGER EMPLOYMENT

AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF MONTEREY PARK
AND

INEZ ALVAREZ

THIS FIRST AMENDMENT (“Amendment”) is made and entered into as of April 15, 2026, by and between the CITY OF MONTEREY PARK, a municipal corporation and general law city (“CITY”), and INEZ ALVAREZ, an individual (“EMPLOYEE”). The Parties agree as follows:

1. PURPOSE. This Amendment modifies the City Manager Employment Agreement entered into on January 17, 2024, between CITY and EMPLOYEE and became retroactively effective on November 15, 2023 (“Agreement”).

2. TERM; FISCAL-YEAR ALIGNMENT.

A. Alignment and Initial Term. The current Agreement term runs to November 14, 2026, with an automatic one-year renewal to November 14, 2027, absent timely action. Notwithstanding the foregoing, and for fiscal-year alignment, the Parties agree that, effective July 1, 2026, the Agreement’s term will be amended to run on a fiscal-year basis. Accordingly, the Agreement’s expiration date is amended to be June 30 of the applicable contract year.

B. New Term. Effective July 1, 2026, the Agreement is restated to continue for an initial three-year term, through June 30, 2029, unless otherwise terminated in accordance with the Agreement, as amended. The Parties further agree that CITY may, in its sole discretion, extend the Agreement for successive one-year or two- year terms upon written notice delivered at least 60 days before the then-current expiration date. In the absence of a written notice for extension, the Agreement will renew on a month-to-month basis beginning upon the anniversary date. The Mayor may extend the Agreement as contemplated by this Amendment.

3. COMPENSATION.

A. Current Year. For the period through July 1, 2026, EMPLOYEE will not receive an increase in base salary and agrees not to take any retroactive 1% increase for the current year.

B. Fiscal-Year Adjustment. Effective the first full pay period after July 1, 2026, EMPLOYEE’s annual base salary will be increased by 6%, payable in equal installments at the same time as other CITY employees are paid, subject to applicable withholdings. The increase is timed to the fiscal-year start on July 1, 2026-27.

C. Automatic Annual Adjustments. Beginning July 1, 2027, and on each first full

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pay period after July 1 thereafter during the term, EMPLOYEE’s base salary will be automatically adjusted based upon the percentage adjustment of Executive Management Team as determined by the City Council. The City Council retains discretion to make additional adjustments by minute action or written amendment.

D. Relationship to Existing Salary Provisions. Section 7 of the Agreement sets EMPLOYEE’s base salary beginning November 15, 2023, and provides for adjustments following evaluation or by written amendment. The provisions of this Section 3 supersede any inconsistent terms in Section 7 as of their effective dates.

4. BENEFITS ALIGNMENT.

A. Alignment with Executive Team. Effective July 1, 2026, compensation and fringe benefits for EMPLOYEE will be aligned with those generally provided to department directors/executive team, as such benefits may be established by the City Council from time to time.

B. Maintenance of Formal Decoupling. The Agreement provides that EMPLOYEE’s fringe benefits are separate from the Executive Management Team identified in Resolution No. 12236 and are not linked to amendments to that or any subsequent resolution. The Parties affirm this separation. Any alignment is a policy benchmark only and does not incorporate by reference any memorandum of understanding, resolution, or amendment applicable to other employee groups unless expressly approved by the City Council for EMPLOYEE.

5. SEVERANCE. If EMPLOYEE is terminated without cause and timely executes and does not revoke a City-approved separation and release agreement, EMPLOYEE will be paid severance in an amount equal to 12 months of base salary, subject to applicable withholdings, in lieu of any lesser severance otherwise provided. Any inconsistent severance provisions in Section 4 of the Agreement are amended solely to reflect the twelve-month severance described herein; all other provisions of Section 4 remain in full force and effect, including, without limitation, severance inapplicability upon termination for cause, required releases, compliance with applicable law, vacation/sick payouts, and the 120-day election/non-termination limitation.

6. PERFORMANCE REVIEW. The City Council will conduct an annual performance review of EMPLOYEE on a schedule aligned to the fiscal-year cycle, with each review to generally be completed on or before September 30 following the close of the preceding fiscal year.

7. ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES; COUNTERPARTS. This Amendment may be executed with electronic signatures and such signatures will be treated in all respects as having the same effect as an original signature. This Amendment may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which will be an original, but all of which together constitute one instrument executed on the same date.

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8. NO OTHER CHANGES; CONFLICTS. Except as expressly amended by this Amendment, all terms and conditions of the Agreement remain unchanged and in full force and effect. In the event of a conflict between the Agreement and this Amendment, this Amendment controls.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have executed this contract the day and year first hereinabove written.

CITY OF MONTEREY PARK EMPLOYEE

____________________________ _____________________________ Elizabeth Yang, Inez Alvarez
Mayor

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

_____________________________
Karl H. Berger, City Attorney

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