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, August 5, 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.
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1. Call to Order
Mayor
2. Flag Salute
The Monterey Park Fire 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. Presentation
6.A. Recognition of Fire Department Explorers
7. Public Comments
8. Staff Communications
8.A. Bruggemeyer Library
8.B. Recreation & Community Services Department
9. Old Business
9.A. Consideration and possible action to place a proposition on the November 3, 2026 ballot amending the Land Use and Urban Design Element to create HOME overlays in the City’s commercial and industrial areas, as identified on a land use policy map, and to direct preparation of the implementing HOME Overlay Zoning regulations It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting Resolution No. ___ Adding a Proposition to the Ballot Creating HOME (Housing Overlay – Mixed Environments) Overlays in the City’s Commercial and Industrial Areas for the November 3 General Municipal Election Pursuant to Elections Code § 9222 (Attachment 1);
2. Separately, adopting Resolution No. ___ adopting Land Use Policy Maps for the HOME Land Use Designation (Attachment 2);
3. Adopting Resolutions No. ___ (Attachment 3) and No. ___ (Attachment 4) requesting an impartial analysis, and establishing procedures for ballot arguments, respectively;
4. Determining whether the City Council should submit an argument in favor of the ballot proposition;
5. Directing staff to return with the implementing HOME Overlay Zoning regulations for the City Council’s consideration and adoption in the event the HOME Proposition is approved by the voters; and
6. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
The City Council is required to conduct environmental review of matters it places onto the ballot pursuant to Elections Code § 9222. Placing this matter onto the November 3, 2026 ballot is not subject to further review under the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.) for the reasons stated in Section 4 of the draft Proposition. Amending the LUE by voter proposition is a legislative act that establishes policy for future development; it does not approve any particular project and does not commit the City to any development that could result in a physical change to the environment. If the
voters approve the HOME Proposition, the City Council’s subsequent adoption of the implementing HOME Overlay Zoning regulations, and its discretionary approval of any project activating a HOME overlay on a particular parcel, will each be reviewed under CEQA at that time.
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 regular meetings of May 6, 2026, May 20, 2026 and June 3, 2026, and the special meetings of May 27, 2026, June 2, 2026 and June 3, 2026 and;
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
10.B. Monthly Investment Report
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Receiving and filing the monthly investment report; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
10.C. Ratification of Letters Due to Los Palos Fire Incident It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Ratifying the City’s letters sent to Lineage, Inc. and Elected Officials, regarding an urgent request for immediate fire remediation and abatement, on behalf of City Council; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
10.D. 2026/2027 CTFGP Grant Award
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Accepting and appropriating grant funds and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with the Department of California Highway Patrol ("CHP") in the amount of $381,449.96 for the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program ("CTFGP");
2. Adopting a Resolution authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to receive and appropriate grant funds in Fiscal Year 2026-27, and execute an agreement, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with the CHP in the amount of $381,449.96 for the CTFGP; and
3. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
10.E. Accepting a monetary donation from the Friends of the Seniors Langley Senior
Citizens Center for $29,510 on behalf of the City of Monterey Park It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Accepting a monetary donation from Friends of the Seniors Langley Senior Citizens Center for $29,510 on behalf of the City of Monterey Park; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
10.F. Authorize The Purchase of a 2027 CNG Freightliner 114SD Sewer Vactor Truck and 2027 Caterpillar 420 Backhoe Loader
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Waiving bidding requirements pursuant to Monterey Park Municipal Code Section
3.20.050(4) (cooperative purchasing), and authorizing the City Manager to purchase a 2027 CNG Freightliner 114SD sewer vactor truck from Haaker Equipment Company for $595,043 and a Caterpillar 420 backhoe loader from Quinn Company for $177,853;
2. Approving an appropriation of $640,043 to the FY2026-27 budget from the Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Fund (411) for the purchase of 2027 CNG Freightliner 114SD sewer vactor truck from Haaker Equipment Company; and
3. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
10.G. Library Elevator Modernization – Award of Contract It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a public works contract, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with Maverick Elevator Service CA LLC, in the amount of $175,173.00 for the Library Elevator Modernization, Specification No. 2026-004;
2. Authorizing the Public Works Director to approve change orders in an amount not to exceed $17,517 (10%) over the total contract amount; and
3. 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).
10.H. Amendment to Agreement No. 2520-A, with SA Associates concerning the Garvey Sewer Improvements Project Construction Inspection Services It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute an Amendment to Agreement No. 2520-A a form approved by the City Attorney, with SA Associates, to provide additional construction inspection services for an additional amount of $60,000, increasing the total contract amount to an amount not to exceed $140,000;
2. Taking such additional, related action that may be desirable.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
The proposed action approves an amendment to an existing professional services agreement for additional construction inspection services for the Garvey Sewer Improvements Project. The amendment does not modify the scope of the underlying project or authorize additional physical improvements. The underlying project is categorically exempt from CEQA under the Class 1 exemption for Existing Facilities. (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 15301.) Because the amendment is limited to additional professional services for the exempt project and does not change the scope or environmental effects of the approved work, no additional CEQA review is required.
10.I. National Back-to-School Month Resolution (As Requested by Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez)
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Approving the attached resolution; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
11. Public Hearing
11.A. A public hearing to consider an ordinance approving Amended Development Agreement No. 2261-AA (DA-26-01) and a resolution approving Tentative Map No. 26- 05 (County Map No. 82800) for a mixed-use development consisting of 169 residential units and approximately 16,300 square feet of commercial/retail space located at 114 E. Garvey Avenue
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Opening the public hearing;
2. Receiving documentary and testimonial evidence;
3. Closing the public hearing;
4. After considering the evidence received during the public hearing: introducing and waiving the first reading of an ordinance approving Amended Development Agreement No. 2261-AA (DA-26-01); and adopting a resolution approving Tentative Map (TM) No. 26-05 (County Map No. 82800); and
5. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
The request includes the construction of a seven-story, mixed-use development consisting of 169 rental residential units and approximately 16,300 square feet of commercial/retail tenant space (the “Project”). Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq. “CEQA”) and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal. Code of Regs. §§ 15000, et seq., the “CEQA Guidelines”), the City has reviewed the Project and determined that the Project is exempt from CEQA under Public Resources Code § 21080.66 and that the Project satisfies the requirements of that section. If approved, the City will file a Notice of Exemption (Attachment 3) as required under Public Resources Code §§ 21008, 21152 for the Project. Accordingly, no environmental impact report, negative declaration, or mitigated negative declaration is required for the Project.
Public Resources Code § 21080.66, enacted by Assembly Bill (“AB”) 130, exempts qualifying housing development projects from CEQA if they satisfy specified criteria.
Because the Project qualifies for this statutory exemption, technical studies otherwise
associated with CEQA review, such as air quality and noise analyses, were not required. A traffic study was nevertheless prepared for the Project and is discussed later in this report.
To qualify for the streamlining exemption under Public Resources Code § 21080.66, a project must satisfy statutory requirements. The Applicant submitted an AB 130 Eligibility Checklist (Attachment 4), and staff determined that the Project satisfies those eligibility requirements, including project size, urbanized location, infill status, absence of statutory exclusion areas, and the lack of any historic structure demolition.
AB 130 also requires consultation with California Native American tribes that are traditionally and culturally affiliated with the Project Site. City staff conducted tribal consultation in accordance with the statute and incorporated tribal cultural resource conditions into the Project’s Conditions of Approval at the request of one of the consulted tribes (Conditions of Approval 28-33).
Finally, AB 130 requires a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (“ESA”). The Applicant submitted a Phase I ESA for the Project (Attachment 5) which staff reviewed and accepted.
Consistent with California law, any recognized environmental conditions identified in the Phase I ESA must be remediated or otherwise addressed before issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
12. New Business
13. City Communications (City Council) / Future Agenda Items
14. Closed Session (if Required; City Attorney to Announce)
15. Adjournment
City Council Staff Report
Date: August 5, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 9.A.
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Timothy Hou, Director of Community Development
Subject: Consideration and possible action to place a proposition on the November 3, 2026 ballot amending the Land Use and Urban Design Element to create HOME overlays in the City’s commercial and industrial areas, as identified on a land use policy map, and to direct preparation of the implementing HOME Overlay Zoning regulations
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting Resolution No. ___ Adding a Proposition to the Ballot Creating HOME (Housing Overlay – Mixed Environments) Overlays in the City’s Commercial and Industrial Areas for the November 3 General Municipal Election Pursuant to Elections Code § 9222 (Attachment 1);
2. Separately, adopting Resolution No. ___ adopting Land Use Policy Maps for the HOME Land Use Designation (Attachment 2);
3. Adopting Resolutions No. ___ (Attachment 3) and No. ___ (Attachment 4) requesting an impartial analysis, and establishing procedures for ballot arguments, respectively;
4. Determining whether the City Council should submit an argument in favor of the ballot proposition;
5. Directing staff to return with the implementing HOME Overlay Zoning regulations for the City Council’s consideration and adoption in the event the HOME Proposition is approved by the voters; and
6. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
The City Council is required to conduct environmental review of matters it places onto the ballot pursuant to Elections Code § 9222. Placing this matter onto the November 3, 2026 ballot is not subject to further review under the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.) for the reasons stated in Section 4 of the draft Proposition.
Amending the LUE by voter proposition is a legislative act that establishes policy for future development; it does not approve any particular project and does not commit the City to any development that could result in a physical change to the environment. If the voters approve
the HOME Proposition, the City Council’s subsequent adoption of the implementing HOME Overlay Zoning regulations, and its discretionary approval of any project activating a HOME overlay on a particular parcel, will each be reviewed under CEQA at that time.
Executive Summary:
On July 15, 2026, after receiving the “Vacant to Vibrant” community engagement summary, the City Council directed staff to return with the documents necessary to create HOME (Housing Overlay – Mixed Environments) overlays throughout the City and to place a ballot proposition effecting that change before the voters at the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election. If approved by voters, the proposed proposition would amend the Land Use and Urban Design Element (the “LUE”) to identify the commercial and industrial areas where a HOME land use designation may be applied. A separately adopted resolution would identify areas within the City’s jurisdiction that may utilize the HOME land use designation. That resolution would be ratified by voters through the HOME Proposition.
The ballot proposition would not itself adopt zoning regulations. If the voters approve it, the City Council may then adopt the implementing HOME (Housing Overlay – Mixed Environments) zoning regulations by ordinance. Thereafter, a HOME zoning overlay would be activated on a particular parcel only through approval by the City Council, following public hearings and community input. Activation of the HOME zoning overlay would not apply automatically; it would be an optional designation, applied project by project, and every step after voter approval would remain within the City Council’s discretion. The last day to place a measure on the November 3, 2026 ballot is August 7, 2026 (Elections Code § 9222), and this matter is presented now so the City Council may act within that deadline.
Background:
The City Council may not amend the LUE without voter ratification. This most recently occurred with Measure NDC, prohibiting data centers.
Since 2020, the City has seen a growing number of vacant and underused commercial and industrial properties, some of which have sat idle for many years. Post-pandemic shifts in how businesses and residents work and shop have accelerated this trend, leaving obsolete office and retail space that generates limited economic benefit and, where vacancy persists, contributes to blight. Saturn Park illustrates the problem with portions of this area being vacant for well over a decade. Measure JJ set a fixed vision for these areas but did not give the City the ability to respond proactively as economic and housing conditions changed.
The City also faces significant housing pressures. Residents have described a shortage of affordable and multigenerational housing that makes it difficult for younger residents and longtime families to remain in the community. Failing to update the City’s housing and land use policies also leaves the City vulnerable to State penalties and to projects that invoke State laws which can circumvent local zoning and housing controls. Reusing vacant commercial and industrial land for housing can help the City meet State requirements to plan for an additional 5,257 new housing units between 2021 and 2029 while providing workforce housing, such as townhomes and condominiums.
THE JULY 15, 2026 “VACANT TO VIBRANT” DIRECTION
On July 15, 2026, the City Council received and filed the Vacant to Vibrant community engagement summary and considered staff’s report on creating HOME overlays throughout the City. Having reviewed the community’s priorities—returning vacant commercial and industrial properties to productive use, addressing housing affordability so that younger residents and multigenerational families can remain in the community, protecting established single-family neighborhoods, applying rigorous standards for matters such as height and parking, and preventing data centers—the City Council directed that a draft ballot proposition be prepared for consideration at the August 5, 2026 meeting.
Specifically, the City Council directed staff to prepare the documents necessary to (1) amend the LUE and its land use policy map to identify the commercial and industrial areas where a HOME land use designation may be applied, excluding established single-family and lowdensity residential zones such as R-1 and R-2; (2) draft a proposition effecting that amendment before the voters at the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election; and (3) draft the implementing HOME Overlay Zoning regulations for adoption if the voters approve the proposition. This report and the accompanying resolutions carry out that direction.
THE PROPOSAL: HOME OVERLAYS AND THE LAND USE MAP
The recommended approach would empower the City Council to create HOME overlays throughout the City. At its core is an amendment to the LUE. The amendment would identify, on one or more maps separately adopted by the City Council (Attachment 2), the portions of the City where a HOME land use designation may be applied. Those areas would consist of the City’s commercial and industrial areas; established single-family and low-density residential zones (for example, R-1 and R-2) would be excluded. The Proposition would not itself adopt zoning regulations. It would amend the LUE to authorize the City Council to adopt the zoning regulations needed to implement the HOME overlay, in the same manner that Measure JJ authorized the implementing zoning for its designations.
The approach would operate in layers. First, the voters would approve the proposition amending the LUE and its land use policy map. Second, the City Council may adopt zoning regulations that establish the standards and the process for a HOME overlay. Third, a property owner or developer may apply to activate the HOME overlay on a particular parcel under those standards. Each layer depends on the one above it. Nothing in the amended LUE would require the City Council to adopt implementing zoning; the amendment would only authorize it to do so, and the earliest point at which any development could proceed under a HOME overlay would follow the adoption of those regulations.
A HOME overlay would not apply automatically to any parcel, even if the voters approve the amendment. It would be an optional, flexible designation applied parcel by parcel. The City Council would retain a completely discretionary approval process: it may decline to make the HOME overlay available in a given area through the zoning process, and it may deny any individual project even where the land use map allows the HOME overlay. This structure is not new to the City. It follows the model of the City’s existing Business Recovery Development Agreement Zone (the “BRDZ”), which activates overlay zoning through a discretionary development agreement adopted by the City Council.
HOW THE HOME OVERLAY WOULD OPERATE
The HOME overlay would operate through three distinct layers, each approved by a different action and each depending on the one before it:
1. The HOME designation sits in the general plan (approved by voters). The HOME designation—Housing Overlay – Mixed Environments—is a land use designation established in the LUE and shown on the LUE’s land use policy map. Because the LUE was approved by the voters as Measure JJ, this designation can be created only by the voters. The proposition on the November 3, 2026 ballot would add the HOME designation. Separately, the City Council would identify, on the LUE’s land use policy map, the commercial and industrial areas in which the HOME designation may be applied. That resolution would be ratified by the HOME Proposition. Voter approval authorizes, but does not compel, the City Council to implement the HOME overlay.
2. The City Council approves the HOME Overlay Zone regulations. If the voters approve the proposition, the City Council may adopt implementing zoning regulations by ordinance—proposed as a new Chapter 21.46 (HOME Overlay Zone) of the Monterey Park Municipal Code—in the same manner that Measure JJ authorized the City Council to adopt the zoning needed to effectuate its designations. Those regulations may establish the HOME Overlay Zone as a holding zone laid over an eligible parcel’s underlying commercial or industrial zone, identify the range of housing uses allowed, and set the standards and process for activation. Adoption of the zoning regulations is itself a discretionary legislative act; nothing requires the City Council to adopt them, and the earliest point at which any development could proceed under a HOME overlay would follow adoption of such zoning regulations.
3. Activation of the HOME overlay—requested by a housing developer, and never automatic. Even where the land use policy map allows the HOME overlay and the City Council has adopted the implementing HOME Overlay Zone regulations, the HOME
overlay does not attach to any parcel by right. A property owner or developer seeking to build housing under the HOME overlay must apply for and obtain development approval by the City Council following a Planning Commission recommendation and public hearings.
THE 2020 BRDZ AS EXAMPLE FOR THE HOME OVERLAY FRAMEWORK The proposed HOME overlay framework is similar to the BRDZ that the City Council established in 2020 as part of the Monterey Park Business Recovery Program. Under the BRDZ, the allowed land uses on a site are limited to those specified in the applicable development agreement; the development agreement sets the development and land use standards; the permit requirements of the underlying zone continue to apply except as the development agreement provides; and the zoning map is annotated to reflect the overlay once it is activated. Approval of the BRDZ and of any associated development agreement rests solely within the City Council’s discretion.
The proposed HOME Overlay Zone may carry this proven structure forward and adapts it to housing. It differs from the BRDZ in two principal respects: it may be combined with the City’s commercial and industrial zones (the BRDZ was limited to commercial zones), and the uses it is intended to enable are residential rather than the general business-recovery uses contemplated by the BRDZ. Because the HOME designation is a land use designation within the voter-approved LUE, its creation additionally requires voter approval, which the BRDZ (adopted as an implementing zoning measure) did not.
FACTUAL BASIS: COMMUNITY INPUT AND SURVEY FINDINGS
The Vacant to Vibrant outreach surfaced consistent community priorities. Residents asked the City to prohibit data centers; to address housing affordability so that younger residents and multigenerational families can remain in the community; to prevent homelessness; to protect existing neighborhoods; to create local jobs and economic opportunity that enhance community character; and to position the City to respond to changing market conditions and State housing requirements.
Participants in the in-person workshops expressed openness to zoning flexibility within the commercial areas, particularly where it would not affect their single-family neighborhoods and where it could support more affordable housing or a more active commercial environment.
Public input emphasized revitalizing vacant areas, preserving local control over land use decisions, applying rigorous standards for matters such as height and parking, and preventing data centers.
BALLOT PROPOSITION AND ELECTION PROCEDURES
The draft Proposition included with this report would, if approved by the voters, amend the LUE and its land use policy map to create the HOME land use designation and identify the commercial and industrial areas in which it may be applied. The Proposition would not itself adopt zoning regulations; it would authorize the City Council to adopt the implementing HOME Overlay Zone regulations by ordinance, in the same manner that Measure JJ authorized the City Council to adopt the zoning needed to effectuate its designations.
The City Council has the authority to place a measure on the ballot up until 88 days before the election (Elections Code § 9222). For the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election, the last day to place the Proposition on the ballot is August 7, 2026; the accompanying resolutions are presented now so the City Council may act within that deadline.
Pursuant to Elections Code § 9280, the City Council has the discretion to direct the City Clerk to transmit the measure to the City Attorney, and per that same section the City Attorney may be directed to prepare an impartial analysis of the measure for inclusion in the Sample Ballot and Voters Information Pamphlet.
The City Council also has the discretion of authorizing its membership, by majority vote, to file written argument(s) regarding the measure and to adopt provisions to provide for the filing of rebuttal arguments. An argument for or against the measure may not exceed 300 words and may be submitted by the City Council, Councilmembers authorized by the City Council, voters eligible to vote on the measure, a bona fide citizens’ association, or any combination of voters and associations. An argument cannot be accepted unless it is accompanied by the name(s) of the person(s) submitting it, and only the first five signatures will be printed. If more than one argument is submitted on a side, the City Clerk must select among them, giving preference and priority first to the City Council or Councilmembers it authorizes, then to a bona fide association of citizens, then to individual voters eligible to vote on the measure.
If the City Council adopts the provisions of Elections Code § 9285(a) by majority vote before the election, rebuttal arguments may be included. In that event, the City Clerk sends each direct argument to the opposing side, and each side may submit a rebuttal not exceeding 250 words within 10 days after the deadline for filing direct arguments; each rebuttal is printed immediately following the direct argument it rebuts. The City Clerk will set a reasonable deadline for submitting arguments, allowing at least 10 calendar days for public examination of the election materials before printing, and staff will confirm the specific filing and examination dates on the Los Angeles County elections calendar for the November 3, 2026 election.
Following the November 3, 2026 election, the City Clerk will certify the results. If the voters approve the Proposition, the amendment to the LUE and its land use policy map takes effect, and staff will return with the implementing HOME Overlay Zone regulations (proposed Chapter
21.46) for the City Council’s consideration and adoption. If the voters reject the Proposition, the LUE remains unchanged and no HOME designation is created.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Calling the election and placing this Proposition before the voters will advance the City Council’s Strategic Plan Goal to “Strengthen our local economy and enhance housing opportunities” by creating the means to return vacant and underused commercial and industrial land to productive use and to expand the range of housing available in the City.
Fiscal Impact:
No additional fiscal impact is anticipated. Placing the Proposition on the November 3, 2026 ballot would incur election-related costs charged by the County of Los Angeles, including the cost of a citywide reach of voters and additional printed materials in the Official Sample Ballot.
The FY 2026-27 City Clerk’s Office budget includes an allocation of $275,000 for the November 3, 2026 ballot, which is anticipated to fully cover the election related costs for the
Proposition. Preparing the HOME Overlay Zone regulations for later consideration can be accomplished with existing staff resources and has no separate fiscal impact.
Attachments:
1. Resolution No. ___ Adding a Proposition to the Ballot Creating HOME Overlays for the November 3, 2026 Election
2. Resolution No. ___ Adopting Land Use Policy Maps for the HOME Land Use Designation
3. Resolution No. ___ Directing City Attorney to Prepare an Impartial Analysis of the Proposition Creating HOME Overlays
4. Resolution No. ___ Establishing Requirements for Ballot Arguments to be Included with Voter Information for the November 3, 2026 Election
ATTACHMENT 1
Resolution No. ____
Adding a Proposition to the Ballot Creating
HOME Overlays for the November 3, 2026 Election
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION ADDING A PROPOSITION TO THE BALLOT
CREATING HOME (HOUSING OVERLAY – MIXED ENVIRONMENTS)
OVERLAYS IN THE CITY’S COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL AREAS
FOR THE NOVEMBER 3, 2026 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
PURSUANT TO ELECTIONS CODE § 9222
THE CITY COUNCIL RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council has called a General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the purpose of placing a proposition on the ballot for voter consideration.
SECTION 2. Pursuant to Elections Code § 9222, the City Council places a proposition captioned the “HOME Housing Overlay Measure” on the ballot for the General Municipal Election scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2026 pursuant to Resolution No. XXX, adopted XXX.
SECTION 3. Pursuant to the requirements of Elections Code § 10403, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles is requested to consent and agree to the consolidation of a proposition on the ballot for the General Municipal Election consolidated with the statewide General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
SECTION 4. Environmental Review. To ensure compliance with all applicable law including, without limitation, Friends of Sierra Madre v. City of Sierra Madre (2001) 25 Cal.4th 165, the City Council finds and determines that this Proposition is not subject to further review under the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.; “CEQA”) for the following reasons:
A. It will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15060(c)(2)). Amending the Land Use and Urban Design Element to create the HOME land use designation is a legislative act that establishes policy for future development; it does not approve any particular project or commit the City to any development that could result in a physical change to the environment.
B. There is no possibility that the Proposition may have a significant effect on the environment (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15061(b)(3)). The Proposition does not itself adopt zoning regulations or authorize any development; it authorizes, but does not require, the City Council to adopt implementing regulations, and the City Council’s subsequent adoption of the HOME Overlay Zone regulations and its approval of any project activating a HOME overlay on a particular parcel will each be reviewed under CEQA at that time.
C. This Proposition, by itself, does not constitute a “project” as defined in the
CEQA Guidelines (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15378).
D. Additionally, CEQA Guidelines § 15168(c)(2) provides that if a project is proposed which has been the subject of a prior certified EIR, and “[i]f the [City] finds that pursuant to [14 Cal. Code of Regs.] Section 15162, no new effects could occur or new mitigation measures would be required, the agency can approve the activity as being within the scope of the project covered by the … EIR, and no new environmental document would be required.” The City Council finds that it certified a Final Environmental Impact Report (“FEIR”) for the Monterey Park Land Use and Urban Design Element (as adopted by Ordinance No. 2198 and approved by voters as Measure JJ on November 3, 2020) which was filed as State Clearing House No. 2001-01-1074. This Proposition will not result in any new environmental impact not already considered in the FEIR and no further environmental review is required.
SECTION 5. A copy of the Proposition to be considered by the voters is attached as Exhibit “A,” and incorporated by reference.
SECTION 6. Pursuant to Elections Code §§ 9222 and 13119, the exact form of the question to be voted on at the election as it should appear on the ballot is as follows:
Proposition to Create HOME Housing Overlays in
Monterey Park
Shall a measure amending the Monterey Park Land Use
Element to keep residential neighborhoods intact through maintaining voter-approved land use restrictions and Monterey Park’s local control over the state for housing decisions, continue prohibiting data centers, provide housing for
residents, prevent crime/homeless encampments, attract
businesses, and improve the local economy by allowing limited residential uses in underutilized industrial, commercial/office areas, requiring public input, ensuring environmental
protections, protecting public safety, parks/open space, be adopted?
YES
NO
SECTION 7. The vote requirement for the proposed ballot measure to pass is a majority (50% + 1) of the votes cast.
SECTION 8. The County election department is authorized to canvass the returns of the General Municipal Election. The election will be held in all respects as if there were only one election and only one form of ballot may be used. The election will be held and conducted in accordance with the provisions of law regulating the statewide or special election.
SECTION 9. The Board of Supervisors is requested to issue instructions to the County election department to take all steps necessary for the holding of the consolidated election.
SECTION 10. The City of Monterey Park recognizes that additional costs will be incurred by the County by reason of this consolidation and agrees to reimburse the County for any costs.
SECTION 11. The City Clerk is directed to file a certified copy of this Resolution with the Board of Supervisors and the County election department of the County of Los Angeles.
SECTION 12. The City Clerk will certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution; enter the same in the book of original Resolutions; and make a minute of the passage and adoption thereof in the records of the proceedings of the City Council in the minutes of the meeting at which the same is passed and adopted.
SECTION 13. 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 14. The City Clerk must certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution; enter the same in the book of original Resolutions; and make a minute of the passage and adoption thereof in the records of the proceedings of the City Council in the minutes of the meeting at which the same is passed and adopted.
SECTION 15. The Mayor, or presiding officer, is hereby authorized to affix a signature to this Resolution signifying its adoption by the City Council of the City of Monterey Park, and the City Clerk, or designee, is directed to attest thereto.
SECTION 16. This Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONTEREY PARK ON THIS 5TH DAY OF AUGUST, 2026.
Henry Lo, Mayor
ATTEST:
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
________________________________
Karl H. Berger, City Attorney
Attachment:
Exhibit A – Full Text of Ballot Proposition to be Submitted Directly to the Voters
Exhibit A: BALLOT PROPOSITION TO BE SUBMITTED DIRECTLY TO THE VOTERS
The People of the City of Monterey Park do ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: Creation of the HOME (Housing Overlay —Mixed Environments) Designation. The Monterey Park Land Use and Urban Design Element, as adopted by Ordinance No. 2198 (approved by voters as Measure JJ on November 3, 2020), is amended to create the HOME land use designation and to identify, on the land use policy map, the commercial and industrial areas in which it may be applied, as follows:
“HOME (Housing Overlay – Mixed Environments) Designation HOME Designation: The HOME – Housing Overlay – Mixed Environments designation (the “HOME designation”) is established as a land use designation within the Land Use and Urban Design Element. The HOME designation may be applied only to those commercial and industrial areas identified for it on the land use policy map; it may not be applied to any parcel in the R-1, R-2, or other singlefamily or low-density residential zoning districts, or to any area not so identified on the land use policy map. The HOME designation authorizes, but does not require, the development of housing – including multifamily dwellings, townhomes, condominiums, and mixed-use development that includes housing – on commercial and industrial land. The HOME designation is an optional, floating designation. It does not apply automatically to any parcel and does not itself authorize any development or supersede any underlying zoning; a HOME overlay may be activated on a particular parcel only through a specific development project approval by the City Council, following a Planning Commission recommendation and public hearings, and approval of any such development project rests solely within the City Council’s legislative discretion. This designation does not itself adopt zoning regulations; it authorizes the City Council to adopt the zoning regulations needed to implement the HOME overlay by ordinance.” SECTION 2: Ratification of Land Use Policy Map Amendments; Resolution No. XXX.
On August 5, 2026, the City Council adopted Resolution No. XXX that, upon ratification by the voters pursuant to this Proposition, amends the Land Use Policy Map (Figure LU3). Resolution No. XXX is incorporated by reference and its adoption is ratified by voters through this Proposition.
SECTION 3: Implementation of this Proposition.
A. Upon the effective date of this Proposition and notwithstanding any limitation on the City Council’s authority set forth in this, or any other, Proposition, the City Council is authorized and directed pursuant to Elections Code § 9217 to promptly take appropriate actions needed to implement this Proposition including, without limitation, adopting all zoning regulations needed to effectuate this Proposition by ordinance; making technical amendments to the Land Use
and Urban Design Element to codify this Proposition; and amending the Land Use Policy Map (Figure LU-3) to identify the areas eligible for a HOME Designation in accordance with the voter’s actions in Section 2 of this Proposition.
B. In the event another ballot measure (a “Competing Proposition”) appears on the same ballot as this Proposition that seeks to adopt, impose, or amend any limitations or restrictions, or other regulations or requirements, including, without limitation, those with respect to the actions authorized by this Proposition, that differ in any respect to or supplement, those contained in this Proposition, the voters declare their intention that, if both the Competing Proposition and this Proposition receive a majority of votes cast, the Competing Proposition and this Proposition be fully adopted except to the extent that specific provisions contained in each measure are deemed to be in direct conflict with each other on a “provision by provision” basis pursuant to Yoshisato v. Superior Court (1992) 2 Cal. 4th 978. With respect to any such directly conflicting provisions, the specific provisions of the Proposition receiving the greater number of votes will prevail.
SECTION 4: Interpretation. This Proposition must be interpreted to be consistent with all federal and state laws, rules, and regulations. If any section, sub-section, sentence, clause, phrase, part, or portion of this Proposition is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a final judgment of a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision does not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Proposition. The voters declare that this Proposition, and each section, sub-section, sentence, clause, phrase, part, or portion thereof, would have been adopted or passed irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, sub-sections, sentences, clauses, phrases, part, or portion is found to be invalid. If any provision of this Proposition is held invalid as applied to any person or circumstance, such invalidity does not affect any application of this Proposition that can be given effect without the invalid application.
SECTION 5: Repeal and Supersession. The People adopt this Proposition with the specific intent of superseding any contrary regulation, including those previously adopted by the People, or administrative policy and procedure. Consequently, all regulations that conflict with this Proposition are repealed or modified to reconcile them with this Proposition.
SECTION 6: Construction. This Proposition must be broadly construed to achieve the purposes stated in this Proposition. It is the People’s intent that the provisions of this Proposition be interpreted or implemented by the City and others in a manner that facilitates the purposes set forth in this Proposition.
SECTION 7: Enforceability. Repeal of any provision of the MPMC does not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any violation occurring before this Proposition’s effective date. Any such
repealed part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting violations occurring before the effective date of this Proposition.
SECTION 8: Validity of Previous Code Sections. If this entire Proposition or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, any repeal or amendment of the MPMC or other ordinance by this Proposition will be rendered void and cause such previous MPMC provision or other the ordinance to remain in full force and effect for all purposes.
SECTION 9: Severability. If any portion of this Proposition is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the remainder of the Proposition and the application of such provision to other persons or circumstances will not be affected thereby. We the People indicate our strong desire that: (i) the City Council use its best efforts to sustain and reenact that portion, and (ii) the City Council implement this Proposition by taking all steps possible to cure any inadequacies or deficiencies identified by the court in a manner consistent with the express and implied intent of this Proposition, and then adopting or reenacting such portion as necessary or desirable to allow implementation of this Proposition.
SECTION 10: Effective Date. This Proposition will be submitted to the general municipal election on November 3, 2026 for voter approval. If a majority of voters vote in favor of this Proposition, it will become valid and binding 10 days after the date that the City Council certifies the election results in accordance with Elections Code § 9217. The Mayor will sign this Proposition, and the City Clerk will attest and certify to the passage and adoption of this Proposition.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this ___ day of November, 2026.
____________________________
Henry Lo, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
______________________________
Karl H. Berger, City Attorney
ATTACHMENT 2
Resolution No. XXX
Adopting Land Use Policy Maps
for the HOME Land Use Designation
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING LAND USE POLICY MAPS FOR THE HOME (HOUSING OVERLAY - MIXED ENVIRONMENTS) LAND USE DESIGNATION, TO BE RATIFIED BY VOTERS ON NOVEMBER 3, 2026
The City Council of the City of Monterey Park finds and determines as follows:
SECTION 1: Findings. The City Council finds as follows:
A. The Land Use and Urban Design Element includes a land use policy map, Figure LU-3 (the Land Use Policy Map), which shows the land use designations that apply throughout the City.
B. Through its Vacant to Vibrant campaign, the City Council identified areas of investment opportunity and areas of vacancy in its commercial and industrial corridors — Corporate Center, Garfield Village, the Garvey Avenue Corridor (Downtown), Mid-Atlantic Boulevard, Monterey Pass Road, North Atlantic Boulevard, North New Avenue, Saturn Park and South Atlantic Boulevard— as suitable for revitalization and housing reinvestment under the Commercial (C), Mixed Use (MU),
Innovation/Technology (I/T), and Corporate Center (CC) land use designations.
C. The City Council placed the HOME Housing Overlay Measure (the HOME Measure) on the ballot for the General Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. If the voters approve it, the HOME Measure creates the HOME (Housing Overlay - Mixed Environments) land use designation and identifies, on the Land Use Policy Map, the commercial and industrial areas where the City may apply that designation. This designation does not itself adopt zoning regulations; it authorizes the City Council to adopt the zoning regulations needed to implement the HOME designation by ordinance.
D. The HOME Measure contemplates that the City Council will adopt, when it places the HOME Measure on the ballot, a resolution amending the Land Use Policy Map (Figure LU-3) to identify the commercial and industrial areas eligible for the HOME designation. That amendment takes effect only after the voters approve the HOME Measure.
E. The City Council intends to adopt the land use policy maps that show the City’s areas of investment opportunity and to amend Figure LU-3 accordingly, subject to voter approval of the HOME Measure.
SECTION 2: Adoption of Land Use Policy Maps. The City Council adopts the land use policy maps for the HOME Designation as set forth in attached Exhibit “A,” which is
August 5, 2026
incorporated by reference. Collectively, these maps constitute the HOME Policy Map (“HOME Map”). The maps constituting the HOME Map may be accessed on the City’s website at the following web site address: http://www.montereypark.ca.gov/MPKHOME.
SECTION 3: Amendment of Figure LU-3.Figure LU-3 (Land Use Policy Map) of the Land Use and Urban Design Element is amended to incorporate the land use policy maps adopted in Section 2 and to identify the commercial and industrial areas eligible for the HOME (Housing Overlay for Mixed-zoning Enhancement) designation. The City may apply the HOME designation only to the HOME Map.
SECTION 4: Contingency; Voter Approval. Adopting the HOME Map and Land Use Policy Map will take effect only after the voters approve the HOME Measure at the General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026. If the voters do not approve the HOME Measure, the amendment to Figure LU-3 has no force or effect, and Figure LU-3 remains as previously adopted.
SECTION 5: Certification. The City Clerk will certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution; enter the same in the book of original Resolutions; and make a minute of the passage and adoption thereof in the records of the proceedings of the City Council in the minutes of the meeting at which the same is passed and adopted.
SECTION 6: Electronic Signatures. This Resolution may be executed with electronic signatures in accordance with Government Code §16.5. Such electronic signatures will be treated in all respects as having the same effect as an original signature.
SECTION 7: Recordation. The Mayor, or presiding officer, is authorized to sign this Resolution signifying its adoption by the City Council of the City of Monterey Park and the City Clerk, or her duly appointed deputy, may attest thereto.
SECTION 8: Effective Date. This Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption and will remain effective unless repealed or superseded, except that the adoption of the HOME Map will take effect only upon voter approval of the HOME Measure.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of August 2026.
____________________________
Henry Lo, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk
August 5, 2026
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________
Karl H. Berger, City Attorney
Attachment:
Exhibit A – HOME Policy Map
ATTACHMENT 2 - EXHIBIT “A”
HOME Policy Map
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Garvey Ave
Monterey Pass Rd
Atlantic Blvd
Garfield Ave
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Center Dr
Hellman Ave
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Floral Dr
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Corporate Center Dr
MONTEREY PASS, CORPORATE CENTER, AND MID ATLANTIC H.O.M.E. OVERLAY AREAS H.O.M.E. Overlay City Boundary
Garvey Ave
Atlantic Blvd
El Repetto Dr
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Garfield Ave
Garfield Village Specific Plan
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H.O.M.E. Overlay
City Boundary
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Garfield Ave
Emerson Ave
Hellman Ave
H.O.M.E. Overlay
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ATTACHMENT 3
Resolution No. XXX
Directing the City Attorney to Prepare an Impartial
Analysis of the Proposition Creating HOME Overlays
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN
IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS OF THE PROPOSITION CREATING HOME
(HOUSING OVERLAY – MIXED ENVIRONMENTS) OVERLAYS IN THE
CITY'S COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL AREAS
The City Council of the city of Monterey Park resolves as follows:
SECTION 1. Pursuant to Elections Code § 9280, the City Clerk is directed to transmit a copy of the ballot proposition creating HOME (Housing Overlay – Mixed Environments) overlays in the City's commercial and industrial areas to the City Attorney for an impartial analysis.
SECTION 2. Upon receiving the ballot measure, the City Attorney is directed to prepare an impartial analysis of the proposed ballot measure showing its effect, if any, on existing law and the operation of the measure. Such analysis must not be more than 500 words.
SECTION 3. The impartial analysis must include a statement indicating whether the proposed measure was placed on the ballot by a petition signed by the requisite number of voters or by the governing body of the City.
SECTION 4. In the event the entire text of the measure is not printed on the ballot, nor in the voter information portion of the sample ballot, there must be printed immediately below the impartial analysis, in not less than 10 point bold type, the City Clerk should have the following language printed: “The above statement is an impartial analysis of the proposed ballot measure (Resolution No. XXX). If you desire a copy of the legislation affected by this measure, please call the City Clerk’s office at (626) 307-1359, and a copy will be mailed at no cost to you.”
SECTION 5. The impartial analysis of the proposed ballot measure must be filed by the date set by the City Clerk for the filing of primary arguments.
SECTION 6. Pursuant to any applicable law, including 52 U.S.C.A. § 10503, the City Clerk will coordinate with the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk regarding any translation and publication of the City Attorney’s impartial analysis required as part of the consolidated election.
SECTION 7. The City Clerk will certify the passage and adoption of this Resolution; enter the same in the book of original Resolutions; and make a minute of the passage and adoption thereof in the records of the proceedings of the City Council in the minutes of the meeting at which the same is passed and adopted.
SECTION 8: Electronic Signatures. This Resolution may be executed with electronic signatures in accordance with Government Code §16.5. Such electronic signatures will be treated in all respects as having the same effect as an original signature.
Resolution Report
August 5, 2026
SECTION 9: 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 10: Effective Date. This Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption and will remain effective unless repealed or superseded.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of August 2026.
____________________________
Henry Lo, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________
Joaquin Vazquez, Assistant City Attorney
ATTACHMENT 4
Resolution No. XXX
Establishing Requirements for Ballot Arguments to
be Included with Voter Information
for the November 3, 2026 Election
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING REQUIREMENTS FOR BALLOT
ARGUMENTS FILED WITH THE CITY CLERK TO BE INCLUDED WITH
VOTER INFORMATION FOR THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
ON NOVEMBER 3, 2026
The City Council of the city of Monterey Park resolves as follows:
SECTION 1: Pursuant to Elections Code § 9281, qualified voters may submit arguments for and against the ballot measure, in addition to rebuttal arguments, for the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election on forms provided by the City Clerk.
SECTION 2: Arguments filed in accordance with this Resolution must comply with the following requirements in accordance with Elections Code §§ 9282, 9283, 9285, and 9286:
A. Arguments must be in writing and not exceed three hundred (300) words, except for rebuttal argument which may not exceed two hundred and fifty (250) words;
B. Arguments may be submitted by the City Council; any councilmember authorized to submit an argument by the City Council; any individual voter eligible to vote on the measure; any bona fide association of citizens; or any combination of voters and associations;
C. Arguments must be typewritten in at least a 12-point font; D. Arguments may not include underlining, italics, asterisks, or other, similar, type of formatting;
E. Arguments must be accompanied by the printed name and signature or printed names and signatures of the author or authors submitting the argument, or, if submitted on behalf of an organization, the name of the organization and the printed name and signature of at least one of its principal officers who is the author of the argument.
F. If more than five (5) signatures accompany an argument, only the first five (5) will be printed.
G. Arguments for or against the ballot measure must be received in the City Clerk's office by the deadlines established by the City Clerk in accordance with applicable law and the election calendar for the consolidated election. Rebuttal arguments must be received by the deadline established by the City Clerk in accordance with Elections Code § 9285.
SECTION 3: Electronic Signatures. This Resolution may be executed with electronic
Resolution Report
August 5, 2026
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 4: Recordation. The Mayor, or presiding officer, is authorized to sign this Resolution signifying its adoption by the City Council of the City of Monterey Park and the City Clerk, or her duly appointed deputy, may attest thereto.
SECTION 5: Effective Date. This Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption and will remain effective unless repealed or superseded.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of August, 2026.
____________________________
Henry Lo, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________
Joaquin Vazquez, Assistant City Attorney
City Council Staff Report
Date: August 5, 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 regular meetings of May 6, 2026, May 20, 2026 and June 3, 2026, and the special meetings of May 27, 2026, June 2, 2026 and June 3, 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 regular meetings of May 6, 2026, May 20, 2026 and June 3, 2026, and the special meetings of May 27, 2026, June 2, 2026 and June 3, 2026.
Strategic Plan Goal:
N/A
Fiscal Impact:
N/A
Attachments:
1. Draft Minutes
Staff Report
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)
Regular Meeting
May 6, 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 Regular Meeting of the Council in the Council Chamber, located at 320 West Newmark Avenue in the City of Monterey Park, Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
1. Call to Order
Mayor Yang called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m.
2. Flag Salute
The Monterey Park Fire Explorers led the flag salute.
3. Roll Call
City Clerk Maychelle Yee called the roll:
Council Members Present: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong arrived at 6:38 p.m., Elizabeth Yang
Council Members Absent: None.
Also present:
City Treasurer Amy Lee
City Manager Inez Alvarez
City Attorney Karl Berger
Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia
Deputy City Attorney Solange Fortenbach
Director of Finance 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 City Librarian Kristin Olivarez
Director of Public Works Shawn Igoe
Fire Chief Jason Hing
Police Captain Gus Jimenez
Finance Manager Laura Borjon
Public Works Manager Xochitl Tipan
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IT Manager Martin Dinh
Adult Literacy Coordinator Victor Castellanos
Principal Management Analyst Rebecca Bojorquez
Management Analyst Beverly Garcia
Recreation Specialist Chan Lim
Deputy City Clerk Trang
Assistant Deputy City Clerk Helena Cho
Virtually present:
None.
4. Telecommunications Announcement, if requested
None.
5. Agenda Revisions and Additions
None.
6. Presentations
6.A. Monterey Vista Centennial Recognition
Monterey Vista Elementary School Principal Hing Chow shared words of appreciation about the school's recent Centennial recognition. Garvey School Board President Andy Yam and Garvey School District Superintendent Anita Chu expressed their gratitude towards the community that helped Monterey Vista Elementary School achieve its Centennial Recognition.
The City Council presented a certificate of recognition to Monterey Vista Elementary School for their centennial achievement.
6.B. Alhambra Education Foundation's "Service to Education" Award Winners
Dawn Rock, on behalf of the Alhambra Education Foundation, expressed her appreciation to the honorees awarded for their empowerment of youth and community activism.
The City Council provided certificates of recognition to the award winners.
6.C.SGV Forward Ad Hoc Subcommittee Update
Mayor Pro Tem Lo and Council Member Sanchez provided a summary of the San Gabriel Valley (SGV) Foward Ad Hoc Subcommittee meeting and elaborated on their support for a policy solution that would reinforce public transportation in the San Gabriel Valley. They reiterated their stance on the importance of public transportation and the development of new transit lines for residents who utilize the bus daily.
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6.D. Atlantic Square Update
Director Hou introduced the Atlantic Square project and introduced Byron de Arakal, Senior Communications Advisor for TRC. Senior Communications Advisor, Arakal presented a PowerPoint presentation covering zoning, roadmap for progress, modernization including electrical, rooftop and HVAC upgrades, installation of grease and water lines, charging stations and beautifying the facade through paint. He further elaborated on the second phase of development, which includes additional infrastructure upgrades and future tenants to occupy the vacant spaces.
7. Public Comments
• Margaret Leung talked about the topic of positivity and presented certificates of appreciation to the City Council, City Manager Alvarez, Recreation and Community Development Director Aguirre and to City Attorney Berger for their collaboration efforts with the San Gabriel Valley Power Up Beacon.
• Dave Jones congratulated Garvey Unified School District and Monterey Vista for their Centennial Celebrations and commented on the recent mailings of the Vote-by-Mail Ballots to registered voters. He shared a quote from the television series "Andor", compared its meaning to the Monterey Park residents’ effort to ban data centers citywide, urged residents to vote 'YES' on Measure NDC, asked the City Council to approve the second reading of the proposed Ordinance to ban data centers and to next focus their efforts on the Barnes Park pool renovation project. • Barbara Chavira shared her experience in education and her advocacy for Monterey Park. She elaborated on the need to repair the Barnes Park pool and to vote 'YES' on Measure NDC in the upcoming election.
8. Staff Communications
8.A. City Manager's Office
Assistant City Manager Garcia presented a PowerPoint presentation announcing a new program in collaboration with the Chinatown Service Center (CSC) to help immigrant communities in need. She reported upcoming community workshops for the month of May which include: the Mental Health Awareness workshop and the Know Your Rights workshop and talked about CSC's future participation at outreach events to support the program's promotion.
8.B. City Clerk's Office
Assistant Deputy City Clerk Cho shared a PowerPoint presentation with information about the City's Special Election of June 2, 2026. She provided important dates and announced the locations of the Vote-by-Mail drop boxes at City Hall and Sierra Vista Park.
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8.C.Public Works
Principal Management Analyst Garcia invited the community to the Public Works Open House in celebration of Public Works Week and announced the upcoming compost giveaway event on May 9, 2026, at Garvey Ranch Park.
8.D. Recreation and Community Services Department
Recreation Specialist Lin shared upcoming events, which include: the celebration of Cinco de Mayo in conjunction with Play Days, the Langley Senior Center's Mother's Day Nail event, Cinco de Mayo lunch, the Monterey Park Health Fair and the Mahjong Competition Series. He also announced the Kidventure Summer Camp the Memorial Day Ceremony at the American Legion Post 397, the San Gabriel Valley Pride Festival and the Independence Day Celebration on June 28, 2026 at Barnes Park.
Director of Recreation and Community Services Aguirre announced the City's award recognition for the Grow Monterey Park Parks Systems Master Plan and their award of a six-million-dollar grant for the Barnes Park pool rehabilitation project.
8.E. Fire Department
Fire Chief Hing invited the community to celebrate Fire Service Day, an opportunity to engage with the Fire Department on May 16, 2026.
8.F. Bruggemeyer Library
Adult Literacy Coordinator Castellanos shared a PowerPoint presentation with a recap of events that occurred in the month of April and announced upcoming programs for the month of May, which include events celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander Month, the One Book, One Coast Community Reading Program and announced the new limited edition "Greetings Tour" library cards available for the public.
9. Old Business
None.
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.
Action Taken: The City Council approved Agenda Item Nos. 10.A., 10.B., 10.C.,
10.D., 10.E., 10.F., 10.G., 10.H., 10.I., 10.J., 10.K., 10.L., 10.M., 10.N., 10.O.,
10.P. 10.Q., 10.R. and 10.S. reading resolutions and ordinances by the title only and waiving further reading thereof.
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Motion: Moved by Council Member Wong and seconded by Council Member Ngo, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
10.A. Monthly Investment Report
As of March 31, 2026, invested funds for the City of Monterey Park total $80,592,953.85
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Receiving and filing the monthly investment report; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendation, on Consent Calendar.
10.B.Setting of Assessments and Public Hearing for Citywide Maintenance District No. 93-1 for Fiscal Year 2026-27 under the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972
In 1993, the City of Monterey Park (the “City”) formed Citywide Maintenance District No. 93-1 (the “District”) under the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (the “Act”) to fund streetlighting and landscaping. The Act requires the City to prepare an annual Engineer’s Report and hold a public hearing before levying assessments.
The City contracts with Francisco and Associates to prepare the annual Engineer’s Report and submit District assessments to the County of Los Angeles for inclusion on property tax bills. The Engineer’s Report explains District costs, services, and how assessments are shared among properties.
The proposed assessment is $40.97 per Equivalent Dwelling Unit (EDU) and has not increased since 1996. City staff recommends holding a public hearing on June 3, 2026. After the hearing, the City Council may approve the assessments.
Ed Espinoza, Consultant for the Assessment District, virtually present, was available for questions.
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CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
The City reviewed the environmental impacts of the proposed Resolution pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq. “CEQA”) and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal. Code of Regs. §§ 15000, et seq., the “CEQA Guidelines”). This action states the City’s intent to levy annual assessments and does not approve new construction or expand services. It is an administrative and fiscal action that will not change the physical environment. Therefore, this action is not a “project” under the CEQA, under 14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15378(b)(4)), and no further environmental review is required.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting a resolution initiating and declaring the City Council’s intent to levy and collect assessments for Fiscal Year 2026-27 in Citywide Maintenance District No. 93-1 under Streets and Highways Code § 22500-22979 and setting a time and place for a public hearing; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R24, on Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 2026-R24
Resolution initiating and declaring the City Council’s intent to levy and collect assessments for fiscal year 2026-2027 in citywide maintenance district no. 93-1 pursuant to the landscaping and lighting act of 1972 (streets and highways code §§ 22500–22679) and setting a time and place for a public hearing
10.C. Waive further reading and adopt a regular ordinance to enact a citywide prohibition on data centers, and waive further reading and adopt a regular ordinance that would implement Measure NDC and become effective the same date as Measure NDC, if adopted by voters on June 2, 2026
The City Council has considered regulating data centers since 2024. Since that time, the Council has made various policy choices including amending the Monterey Park Municipal Code (“MPMC”) to regulate data centers in Saturn Park; adopting interim moratoria on processing data center applications; and, most recently, placing a city-sponsored ballot measure onto the June 2, 2026 special election (designated as Measure NDC).
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On March 4, 2026, the City Council directed the City Manager and City Attorney to initiate a process to consider a citywide prohibition on data centers before the voters consider Measure NDC. A public hearing was noticed for a special meeting on April 20, 2026, to consider proposed amendments to the MPMC prohibiting data centers citywide. If adopted, the three draft ordinances would make the same changes to the MPMC:
converting the City Council’s recent interim actions into a permanent land use policy by prohibiting data centers citywide, declaring them a public nuisance, and removing them from Saturn Park zoning regulations and the Market Place Specific Plan. They would also make it apparent that server rooms are an accessory use to otherwise lawful primary land uses.
Each of these regular ordinances was introduced and received first reading at the April 20, 2026, City Council special meeting. Second reading and adoption of these ordinances is recommended. If adopted, the regular ordinance to enact a citywide prohibition will take effect in 30 days (Attachment 1 to the staff report). The regular ordinance that would implement Measure NDC would become effective the same date as Measure NDC, if adopted by voters on June 2, 2026 (Attachment 2 to the staff report).
The staff report from April 20, 2026, is attached for reference (Attachment 3 to the staff report).
Please note that Urgency Ordinance No. 2276 enacting a citywide prohibition on data centers was also adopted on April 20, 2026 and took effect immediately upon adoption. Urgency Ordinance No. 2276 does not require a second reading.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act): These Ordinances are not subject to further review under the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.; “CEQA”) for the following reasons:
A. They will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15060(c)(2)). A prohibition on data centers means they cannot be constructed.
B. There is no possibility that the Ordinances may have a significant effect on the environment (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15061(b)(3)). A prohibition on data centers means they cannot be constructed.
C. These Ordinances, by themselves, do not constitute a “project” as defined in the CEQA Guidelines (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15378).
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D. Additionally, CEQA Guidelines § 15168(c)(2) provides that if a project is proposed which has been the subject of a prior certified EIR, and “[i]f the [City] finds that pursuant to [14 Cal. Code of Regs.] Section 15162, no new effects could occur or new mitigation measures would be required, the agency can approve the activity as being within the scope of the project covered by the … EIR, and no new environmental document would be required.” The City Council finds that it certified a Final Environmental Impact Report (“FEIR”) for the Monterey Park Land Use and Urban Design Element (as adopted by Ordinance No. 2198 and approved by voters as Measure JJ on November 3, 2020) which was filed as State Clearing House No. 2001-01-1074. The Ordinances will not result in any new environmental impact not already considered in the FEIR and no further environmental review is required.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Waiving second reading and adopting the proposed regular ordinance to enact a citywide prohibition on data centers;
2. Waiving second reading and adopting the proposed regular ordinance that would implement Measure NDC and become effective the same date as Measure NDC, if adopted by voters on June 2, 2026, in accordance with the Elections Code and Measure NDC; and
3. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council waived the second reading and approved and adopted Ordinance No. 2278 and Ordinance No. 2279, on Consent Calendar.
Ordinance No. 2278
An Ordinance adopting a citywide prohibition on data centers and amending the Monterey Park Municipal Code to implement such prohibition Ordinance No. 2279
An Ordinance adopting implementing Measure NDC by establishing a citywide prohibition on data centers and amending the Monterey Park Municipal Code to implement such prohibition
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10.D. Adoption of 2026-27 City Council Strategic Plan Goals and Objectives and Legislative Platform
At its March 7, 2026 public meeting, the City Council and City’s executive management team met to discuss City Council priorities, strategic plan goals and 12-month objectives for 2026-27. The Strategic Plan goals and objectives enable the City to efficiently move the community forward by focusing on specific objectives during the fiscal year. The City Manager is responsible for assigning these objectives to staff in order to carry out the strategic directions of the City Council.
Additionally, the Assistant City Manager has drafted a legislative platform consistent with Council's stated priorities. Adoption of this platform will allow staff to draft letters of support on behalf of proposed legislation or actions which are in the City's interest, and to draft letters of opposition for bills that would negatively affect the City and its residents. Currently, staff must take these letters to Council for approval during an agendized public meeting, which can take weeks and keep the City from effectively and efficiently advocating on its own behalf. Adoption of the platform allows the Mayor to approve letters on items which are included in this document.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting the attached 2026-27 Monterey Park City Council Strategic Plan Goals and Objectives,
2. Adopting the attached 2026-27 Monterey Park Legislative Platform; and
3. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendations, on Consent Calendar.
10.E. Adopting a resolution authorizing the City Manager, or designee to apply for, receive, and appropriate grant funds for the Next Generation Warning System Grant Program
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is soliciting applications for the Next Generation Warning System (NGWS) Grant Program. This program provides funding to support advanced alert and warning capabilities that improve public safety and emergency communication systems.
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to submit an application, execute all necessary grant documents, and accept and administer any awarded funds up to the maximum grant award of $238,490.
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Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting a Resolution authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to submit an application to the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services for the Next Generation Warning System Grant Program, execute all grant documents, and accept and administer any awarded grant funds; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R25, on Consent Calendar
Resolution No. 2026-R25
A Resolution authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to apply for, receive, accept, and administer grant funds for the Next Generation Warning System Grant Program
10.F.Procedural Rules for Conducting Legislative Meetings On April 15, 2026, City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-R23 revising the Rules of Procedure governing all meetings held by legislative bodies and providing guidelines for standard time for public comments.
Among other changes, key updates include the integration of policies addressing remote public participation, accessibility requirements, and protocols for handling disruptions during meetings as mandated by Senate Bill 707. The City Council also determined that “just cause” teleconferencing will not be permitted for the legislative body, reinforcing expectations for inperson participation except where otherwise authorized.
Additional guidance was established regarding public comment procedures.
Speaker time limits were outlined to ensure equitable participation, and individuals wishing to speak must register within 15 minutes after the meeting begins. Written communications submitted to the body will be accepted and entered into the official record; however, they will not be read aloud during the meeting.
These revisions are intended to promote efficiency, transparency, and consistent application of meeting procedures.
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Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Receiving and filing Resolution No. 2026-R23 establishing Procedural Rules for conducting legislative meetings; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendation, on Consent Calendar.
10.G. Annual Review of Development Agreement No. DA-21-01 (Ordinance No. 2211) Between the City of Monterey Park and Center Int’l Investments, Inc. for the Property Located at 1688 West Garvey Avenue (APN 5254-002-031) pursuant to Government Code § 65865.1; Finding of Non-Compliance; Recommended Rescission of Development
Agreement and Repeal of Goodviews Specific Plan (ZC-21-01) On December 3, 2025, Linda Lee of Kidder Matthews, a regional commercial real estate brokerage firm, presented a marketing program for the 1688 West Garvey Avenue property to the City Council. The City engaged Ms. Lee to identify the highest and best use for the site, determine its maximum potential value, and recommend strategies to maximize the property’s marketability.
The key findings and recommendations from the presentation are as follows:
• The property comprises slightly over six acres on a moderate-to-steep slope approximately 150 feet above the intersection of Garvey Avenue and Abajo Drive. Due to the site’s physical constraints—including the absence of direct freeway access or visibility and its lack of pedestrian connectivity—non-residential uses such as office, retail, and industrial were deemed infeasible. Accordingly, the highest and best use was determined to be residential.
• Under the current Goodviews Specific Plan, which Council adopted by Ordinance No. 2210 (Attachment 1 to the staff report), development is limited to 16 single-family residences. However, if the property were rezoned to R-3 (High Density Residential)—its designation prior to adoption of the Specific Plan—the maximum theoretical yield could reach approximately 186 units. This increased density would significantly broaden the potential buyer pool and maximize the sale price. The consultant recommended removing the Specific Plan overlay and marketing the property as a multifamily R-3 development opportunity to attract a wider range of developers and maximize competitive bidding.
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The City’s ownership of the Property and the sales and marketing strategy described above both support and necessitate the rescission of Development Agreement No. DA-21-01 (“Development Agreement” – Attachment 2 (to the staff report) between the City of Monterey Park (“City”) and Center Int’l Investments, Inc. (“CII”), pertaining to the property located at 1688 West Garvey Avenue (APN 5254-002-031) (the “Property”) and repeal of the Goodviews Specific Plan for the following reasons:
• First, the Development Agreement was entered into with CII as the developer, and CII has wholly failed to perform any of its obligations thereunder. Moreover, CII no longer owns the Property.
• Second, the Goodviews Specific Plan was adopted as part of the entitlements for CII’s proposed 16-home development, which was never commenced. The Specific Plan constrains the City’s ability to maximize the Property’s value by limiting development to 16 singlefamily homes, whereas R-3 zoning permits significantly higher density and greater economic return.
• Third, removing the Specific Plan and restoring R-3 zoning would align the property’s land use designation with the surrounding multifamily residential character to the north.
• Fourth, the marketing strategy presented on December 3, 2025, was developed at the direction of the City Council and reflects the City’s intent to sell the property in a manner that maximizes the potential return to offset the substantial abatement costs it has incurred.
This staff report initiates the process for terminating the Development Agreement and repealing the Specific Plan. It is submitted pursuant to Government Code § 65865.1, which requires the City to conduct an annual review of development agreements to determine whether the developer has demonstrated good-faith compliance with their terms and conditions. This report constitutes the annual review of the Development Agreement pertaining to the property located at 1688 West Garvey Avenue.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
The actions recommended herein—finding CII in non-compliance, rescinding the Development Agreement, and repealing the Goodviews Specific Plan— are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) under CEQA Guidelines § 15061(b)(3). It can be determined with certainty that the recommended actions would have no significant effect on the environment, as they involve the termination of existing land use entitlements and do not propose or approve any new development.
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Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Find, pursuant to Government Code § 65865.1, that Center Int’l Investments, Inc. (“CII”) failed to demonstrate good-faith compliance with the terms and conditions of Development Agreement No. DA-21- 01 and is in default thereof;
2. Direct the City Manager and City Attorney to initiate proceedings to rescind and terminate Development Agreement No. DA-21-01 in accordance with Government Code § 65868 and Section 12 of the Development Agreement;
3. Direct the City Manager and City Attorney to initiate proceedings to repeal the 1688 West Garvey Avenue Specific Plan (ZC-21-01), also known as the Goodviews Specific Plan, including any necessary zone change to restore prior zoning designations; and
4. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendations, on Consent Calendar.
10.H.Parcel Map 83733 – 423. N. McPherrin Avenue
The proposed final Parcel Map was reviewed by the Public Works Director for compliance with applicable law. The final Parcel Map is in substantial compliance with the approved tentative parcel map and applicable law; however, certain required public improvements have not yet been constructed. Because required improvements remain incomplete, the subdivider is entering into a subdivision improvement agreement; accordingly, City Council approval of the Parcel Map, the agreement, and the associated security is required per Monterey Park Municipal Code §
20.22.220.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
The Project was categorically exempt from the requirements of CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines § 15332 as a Class 32 categorical exemption (Infill Development).
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting a resolution approving final Parcel Map No. 83733; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R26, on Consent Calendar.
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Resolution No. 2026-R26
A Resolution approving final Parcel Map No. 83733 for a two-detached residential dwelling units project at 423 North McPherrin
10.I.Orange Coast Petroleum Equipment, Inc. Amendment
The City’s current fuel tank monitoring system has reached the end of its functional life. It is recommended that City Council approve a First Amendment to Agreement No. 2431-AE with Orange Coast Petroleum Equipment, Inc., as part of Capital Improvement Project (“CIP”) 95063-City Fuel Pump Improvements, for an additional amount of $55,908, plus a contingency of 10%, for the purchase and installation of a monitoring system for the City fleet fuel tanks, as part of the completion of fuel system improvements.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a First Amendment to Agreement 2431-AE with Orange Coast Petroleum Equipment, Inc., in a form approved by the City Attorney, in the amount of $55,908, plus a contingency of 10%, for the purchase and installation of a fuel tank monitoring system;
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendation, on Consent Calendar.
10.J. Garvey Ranch Park Shade Structure Award of Contract Per Resolution No. 2025-R58, the Public Works Director solicited bids for the Garvey Ranch Shade Structures Installation Project, Capital Improvement Project No. 95062. The public bid opening for this project was held on April 22, 2026. One bid was received from R.E. Schultz Construction, Inc.
The Public Works Director recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a Public Works contract with R.E. Schultz Construction, Inc. for the Garvey Ranch Shade Structures Installation Project in the amount of $98,416 plus $9,850 contingency.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a public works contract, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with R.E. Schultz Construction, Inc. in the amount of $98,416 for Garvey Ranch Shade Structures Installation, Specification No. 2026-002;
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2. Authorizing the Public Works Director to approve change orders not to exceed $9,850 over the total contract amount; and
3. 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) because it involves the replacement and minor alteration of existing park structures with no expansion of use.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendations, on Consent Calendar.
10.K. Fire Service Day Resolution
Throughout the month of May, many cities across Los Angeles County celebrate Fire Service Day. This annual event provides residents and community members with the opportunity to visit their local fire stations, explore fire apparatus and equipment, meet firefighters, and gain a better understanding of the services provided by the Fire Department.
In the City of Monterey Park, Fire Service Day is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Fire Station 61. The event will include a live rescue demonstration, fire safety and emergency preparedness information, and opportunities for community engagement and photos. This proposed resolution formally expresses the City Council’s appreciation and recognition of Fire Service Day and its importance in promoting public safety awareness and community connection.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting a resolution declaring May 16, 2026 as Fire Service Day; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R27, on Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 2026-R27
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Monterey Park declaring May 16, 2026 as Fire Service Day in Monterey Park
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10.L.Public Works Week Resolution
The City is celebrating the week of May 17-23, 2026, as Public Works Week in Monterey Park. This week marks the 66th annual National Public Works Week sponsored by the American Public Works Association, which recognizes Public Works professionals. The 2026 National Public Works Week theme is “Rooted in Service, Powered by Community,” acknowledges that the roots of service run deep in public works.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting a Resolution declaring the week of May 17 through 23, 2026 as Public Works Week in Monterey Park; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R28, on Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 2026-R28
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Monterey Park declaring May 17-23, 2026 as Public Works Week in Monterey Park
10.M. National Police Week Resolution
The Monterey Park Police Department is celebrating the week of May 11–17, 2026, as National Police Week. In 1962, President John F. Kennedy proclaimed May 15th National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15th falls as National Police Week.
National Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. It is a collaborative effort of many organizations honoring America’s law enforcement community. We are enlisting your support in the form of a resolution to honor these men and women in our area for the work that they do every day to protect the residents of Monterey Park.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting a resolution declaring the week of May 11–17, 2026, to be National Police Week in the City of Monterey Park; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R29, on Consent Calendar.
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Resolution No. 2026-R29
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Monterey Park declaring May 11-17, 2026, National Police Week in Monterey Park
10.N. Building Safety Month Resolution
Building Safety Month is an annual public awareness campaign led by the International Code Council (ICC) and observed each May to raise awareness about building safety, the importance of modern building codes, and the role safety professionals play in protecting communities. The 2026 theme, “Built to Last,” highlights how resilient construction, updated codes, and coordinated safety efforts support stronger and safer communities.
By recognizing Building Safety Month, the City affirms the importance of proactive code compliance, public education, and coordinated efforts that help protect residents, preserve housing quality, and support safe, healthy, and well-maintained communities.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting a Resolution recognizing May 2026 as Building Safety Month; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R30, on Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 2026-R30
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Monterey Park recognizing May 2026 as Building Safety Month
10.O. Mental Health Awareness Month Resolution (As Requested by Mayor Yang)
The attached resolution (to the staff report) is being brought forth to the Council for consideration at the request of Mayor Yang.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting the attached resolution (to the attached staff report); and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R31, on Consent Calendar.
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Resolution No. 2026-R31
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Monterey Park, California, declaring and recognizing the month of May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month
10.P. Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Resolution (As Requested by Mayor Yang)
The attached resolution (to the staff report) is being brought forth to the Council for consideration at the request of Mayor Yang.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting the attached resolution; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R32, on Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 2026-R32
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Monterey Park, California, declaring and recognizing the Month of May 2026 as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
10.Q. Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Awareness Month (As Requested by Mayor Pro Tem Lo)
The attached resolution (to the staff report) is being brought forth to the Council for consideration at the request of Mayor Pro Tem Lo.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting the attached resolution; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R33, on Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 2026-R33
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Monterey Park, California, declaring and recognizing the month of May 2026 as Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Awareness Month
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10.R. National Day of the Teacher and National Teacher Appreciation Week Resolution (As Requested by Council Member Sanchez)
The attached resolution (to the staff report) is being brought forth to the Council for consideration at the request of Council Member Sanchez.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting the attached resolution; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R34, on Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 2026-34
A Resolution of the City Council of Monterey Park declaring May 5, 2026 as National Day of the Teacher and May 4 through May 8, 2026 as Teacher Appreciation Week
10.S. National Asian American and Pacific Islander Day Against Bullying and Hate Resolution (As Requested by Council Member Wong)
The attached resolution (to the staff report) is being brought forth to the Council for consideration at the request of Council Member Wong.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting the attached resolution; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R35, on Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 2026-R35
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Monterey Park, California, declaring May 18, 2026, as National Asian American and Pacific Islander Day Against Bullying and Hate
11. Public Hearing
11.A. Consideration and possible action to adopt Resolution No. 26-XX – A Resolution authorizing the recording of a Notice of Special Assessment for Nuisance Abatement against the owner of 509 W. Andrix St. (APN 5266-013-018)
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During the past several years, the property located at 509 W. Andrix Street, APN 5266-013-018 (“Property”) has consistently been in a state of blight, among other violations of the Monterey Park Municipal Code (“MPMC”) amounting to public nuisances. On January 20, 2026, City staff engaged in abatement of public nuisances on the Property, the costs for which the City is entitled to recoup.
The City Attorney accordingly recommends that the City Council adopt a Resolution authorizing the recording of a public nuisance abatement lien on the Property in order to recoup by special tax assessment the City’s costs of abating violations of the BMC.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting Resolution No. 26-XX to authorize the recording of a notice of special assessment for nuisance abatement on the owner of 509 W.
Andrix Street; or;
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Discussion: Deputy City Attorney Fortenbach depicted a PowerPoint presentation about the property on 509 West Andrix Street and talked about its enforcement history and the timeline of events that have led to its current state.
Code Enforcement Supervisor Lozano commented on his collaborative efforts with the Chinatown Service Center to provide behavioral and mental health services to the owners of 509 West Andrix Street for long-term compliance.
Action Taken: The City Council opened the public hearing at 8:31 p.m., received no registered speakers, closed the public hearing at 8:39 p.m. and approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026-R36.
Motion: Moved by Council Member Wong and seconded by Council Member Sanchez, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
Resolution No. 2026-R36
A Resolution to record a Notice of Special Assessment for Nuisance Abatement 509 W Andrix Street (APN 5266-013-018)
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12. New Business
None.
13. City Communications (City Council) / Future Agenda Items Council Member Ngo reported his attendance at the ribbon cutting of the East Los Angeles College, Susan Rubio Entrepreneurship & Innovation Center; the golden anniversary dinner of Ed Wong and Cindy Chung Kuo at NBC Seafood Restaurant; the Mayoral Installation for the City of San Gabriel; and the Student Leadership Day event at Hillcrest Elementary School.
Council Member Sanchez commented on his and Council Member Wong's participation of Student Leadership Day in Monterey Park, reported his attendance at the Alhambra Latino Association Dinner and commented on Teacher Appreciation Week.
Council Member Lo echoed his attendance at the same events as his fellow Council Members and talked about his attendance at Ed Wong and Cindy Chung Kuo's Golden Anniversary celebration.
Mayor Yang announced her attendance at the Monterey Park Women's Club Fashion Show, the final Meetup with the Mayor event at Marie Callender's and the ribbon cutting ceremony of the new Starbucks. She invited the public to attend the City’s Play Days event.
14. Closed Session (if Required; City Attorney to Announce) None.
15. Adjournment
There being no further business for consideration, the meeting was adjourned at 8:47 p.m.
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Maychelle Yee
City Clerk
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Mission Statement
The mission of the City of Monterey Park is to provide excellent 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
May 20, 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 Regular Meeting of the Council in the Council Chamber, located at 320 West Newmark Avenue in the City of Monterey Park, Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
1. Call to Order
Mayor Yang called the meeting to order at 6:38 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: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Council Members Absent: None
Also present:
City Treasurer Amy Lee
City Manager Inez Alvarez
City Attorney Karl Berger
Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia
Director of Finance Martha Garcia
Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Christine Tomikawa Director of Community Development Timothy Hou
Director of Recreation and Community Services Robert Aguirre City Librarian Kristin Olivarez
Director of Public Works Shawn Igoe
Police Chief Scott Wiese
Fire Chief Jason Hing
Deputy Fire Chief Ryan Weddle
Finance Manager Laura Borjon
Economic Development Manager Joseph Torres
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Recreation and Community Services Manager Christina Alatorre IT Manager Martin Dinh
Principal Management Analyst Rebecca Bojorquez
Principal Management Analyst Michelle Marquez
Administrative Aid Anays Navarro
City Communications Fellow Citlali Tejeda
Deputy City Clerk Cindy Trang
Office Assistant Michelle Martinez
Virtually present:
None.
4. Telecommunications Announcement, if requested
None.
5. Agenda Revisions and Additions
City Manager Alvarez announced the addition of Agenda Item No. 9.A. requiring a 4/5 vote to add the item to the agenda. She requested to have Agenda Item No.
10.B. tabled for the next regular City Council meeting.
Mayor Yang requested to have Public Comments be heard before Agenda Item Nos. 6.B. and 6.C.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the addition of Agenda Item No. 9.A. to the agenda through a required 4/5 vote.
Motion: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lo and seconded by Council Member Wong, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
6. Presentation
6.A.San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District Joseph Leon presented Anais Medina Diaz, Director of Communications of the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito Vector Control District (SGV MVCD). Director of Communications Diaz exhibited a PowerPoint presentation about SGV MVCD's mission and the services they provide to the cities in the San Gabriel Valley (SGV), such as surveillance, larval control operations, communications and emergency response services. She provided context about the West Nile Virus, its detection and treatment process.
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6.B. City Wide Communications Survey Results
This Agenda Item was heard after Public Communications.
Assistant City Manager Garcia introduced City Communication Fellow Tejeda.
City Communication Fellow Tejeda shared a PowerPoint presentation explaining her role in expanding and refining the City's outreach efforts to enhance communication between the City and its residents. She provided an overview of the survey, shared its key findings and expressed future goals to develop strategies to engage the residents with content through different channels of communication.
6.C. Development Projects Update — Community Development Department This Agenda Item was heard after Agenda Item No. 6.B.
Economic Development Manager Torres presented a PowerPoint presentation on updates regarding current and upcoming developments in the City. He elaborated on (1) completed projects, such as the new Starbucks Drive-through and Varsity Jujitsu School; (2) projects nearing completion, which encompass Whitmore Villas, the East Garvey Ave retail market, and the façade renovation on Lincoln Center; (3) projects under construction, such as the A-1 self-storage facility, Thumbling Dumpling restaurant, and the renovations on 601 W. Garvey Ave; and (4) projects with issued permits, which include the senior housing project on 188 S. Chandler Ave., the mixeduse project on 114 E. Garvey Ave., the multifamily housing project on Hellman Ave., a mixed-use project in Deerfield Plaza, a mixed-use project on 122 W Garvey Ave., town home developments on 507 Chandler Ave, and a mixeduse project on 808 W. Garvey Ave.
He welcomed new businesses in the city, which included La Diosa de Los Moles, Asayoru Maid Café, Yihui Coffee, ReeWorkMe Fitness Center and Swank Salon, and introduced upcoming businesses expected to open in Monterey Park, such as The Melt and Da Vien Coffee.
7. Public Comments
Public Comments were heard after Agenda Item No. 6.A.
• Randye Kay expressed her concerns regarding the potential increase in traffic and noise disruption a proposed multifamily housing project on Hellman Ave will bring to the residents in the surrounding area and recommended it be moved to Saturn Park.
• Dori Ho, an Alhambra resident, shared her opposition towards a proposed multifamily housing project on Hellman Ave and elaborated on the current traffic issues Hellman Ave is experiencing.
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• Caleb Kwok voiced his opposition regarding a proposed multifamily housing project on Hellman Ave, claiming the project will not only affect Monterey Park but also nearby cities as well.
• Dawn Rock commented on the City's opportunity to secure funding and temporary infrastructure for the Barnes Park Aquatic Center during the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
• Martha expressed her frustrations regarding the proposed multifamily housing project on Hellman Ave and shared her opinion on the lack of parking during the So Cal Card conventions hosted by Courtyard Marriott. • Bruce Mok shared his lifelong residency in the San Gabriel Valley and articulated his frustrations about the potential increase in traffic and noise a new proposed multifamily housing project would bring to the neighborhood.
He requested to have the project be moved elsewhere or reduce the number of units to facilitate traffic issues.
• Nancy Nguyen talked about the zoning change implemented on Vagabond Drive that has since changed from residential to commercial, commented on her recent meeting with Community Development Director Hou and City Manager Alvarez regarding ways to change the zoning back to residential and requested assistance from city staff to help achieve it. • Paul Lam reported an overpopulation on Hathaway St. and Hellman Ave, especially during school hours, and claimed the area is dangerous to walk on due to the number of traffic accidents that occur.
• The City Clerk’s office received and filed a written communication from Noya Wang, City Council Member from the City of Alhambra speaking on behalf of her constituents, conveyed their concerns regarding the proposed multifamily housing project on Hellman Ave.
8. Staff Communications
8.A.Police Department
Police Chief Wiese exhibited a PowerPoint presentation detailing the Neighborhood Watch Program with the five districts in the City and recommended residents to join the program. He shared the department's monthly statistics regarding crime and talked about the National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS) the Federal Bureau of Investigation's platform for tracking and reporting crime data in the United States.
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8.B. Fire Department
Deputy Fire Chief Weddle presented a PowerPoint presentation highlighting the upcoming Sidewalk CPR event on Saturday, June 6, 2026, meant to educate the community on how to recognize cardiac arrest, call 911 and to perform high-quality chest compressions.
8.C. Recreation & Community Services Department
Director of Recreation and Community Services Aguirre depicted a PowerPoint presentation thanking the residents for attending the Play Days event and introduced upcoming activities, which include the Unspoken Conversations event, the Memorial Day Ceremony at the American Legion, the Monterey Park Health Fair at the Langley Center, the San Gabriel Valley Pride Parade and Festival, Let's Kick-It Soccer Clinic and Watch Party and the Independence Day Celebration. He introduced the brand-new pilot program with Dial a Ride and MPK Transit, to expand transportation services to seniors in the City.
9. Old Business
9.A.[REQUIRES 4/5 VOTE TO ADD] Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Sale of Real Property Located at 2537-2543 Lee Avenue, South El Monte, as Partial Satisfaction of Debt Owed to the City for Nuisance Abatement Costs Associated with 1688 West Garvey Avenue.
The history regarding the City’s nuisance abatement efforts at 1688 West Garvey Avenue (the GAP) are well documented. A more complete background may be reviewed online
(https://www.montereypark.ca.gov/1409/1688-West-Garvey-Avenue).
The Lee Avenue property in South El Monte was one of two parcels that provided security for CII’s obligations tied to nuisance abatement at 1688 West Garvey Avenue, and the City accepted title to that property in April 2025 as partial satisfaction of the outstanding debt. In late 2025, the City entered escrow with tenants on Lee Avenue. Regrettably, the tenants were unable to secure title insurance for the transaction. On May 19, 2026 (yesterday), the City was informed that title insurance would be issued; the City’s broker requested immediate action to verify the City Manager’s signature authority for the sale of this property so that escrow may close next week. Adopting the proposed Resolution will ensure timely closing of escrow and recovery of $2.5M in debt owed to the City by CII.
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CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
The City reviewed the environmental impacts of the proposed Ordinance pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq. “CEQA”) and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal. Code of Regs. §§ 15000, et seq., the “CEQA Guidelines”). This activity is exempt from the CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines § 15601(b)(3) as it contemplates only administrative actions related to the acquisition of real property and it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that it may have a significant effect on the environment.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Add this matter to the Regular Agenda as Item No. 9A upon a 4/5 vote pursuant to Government Code § 54954.2(b)(2) because (a) there is a need to take immediate action and (b) that the need for action came to the City’s attention after the Regular Agenda was posted;
2. Adopting a Resolution authorizing the sale of real property commonly known as 2537-2543 Lee Avenue, South El Monte, California, APNs 5281-012-011 and 5281-012-012, in partial satisfaction of debt owed to the City by Center Intl Investments, LLC (“CII”) related to the City’s nuisance abatement of the GAP Property located at 1688 West Garvey Avenue;
3. Authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to take all actions necessary to effectuate the marketing and sale of the South El Monte property, on terms approved as to form by the City Attorney; and
4. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Discussion: City Attorney Berger presented a staff report regarding the proposed resolution to authorize the sale of real property commonly known as 2537-2543 Lee Avenue, South El Monte, California in partial satisfaction of debt owed to the City by Center Intl Investments, LLC.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendations and approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026-R37.
Motion: Moved by Council Member Sanchez and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lo, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
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Resolution No. 2026-R37
A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a purchase and sale agreement between the buyer identified in escrow and the City of Monterey Park for the disposition of real property located at 2537-2543 Lee Avenue, South El Monte, California, commonly identified as APNS 5281-012-011 and 5281-012-012 (currently APNS 5281-012-270 and 5281-012-271)
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.
Action Taken: The City Council approved Agenda Item Nos. 10.A., 10.C., 10.D.,
10.E. and 10.F. reading resolutions and ordinances by the title only and waiving further reading thereof. Agenda Item No. 10.B. was tabled for the next Regular City Council meeting and was not heard for discussion.
Motion: Moved by Council Member Sanchez and seconded by Council Member Wong, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
10.A. Tree Memorial Program Recommendation for Shirley Hwong and Fumiko "Mickey" Maruya
Nominations for the Tree Memorial Recognition Program were advertised and accepted in February 2026. The Recreation and Community Services Department received nomination applications for both Shirley Hwong and Fumiko “Mickey” Maruya.
Subsequently, the Tree Memorial Program Ad-hoc Committee, consisting of three Community Participation Commissioners and two Recreation and Parks Commissioners, met to review the nominations and discuss their consideration for a Tree Memorial based on the criteria established in Resolution Nos.10485 and 11484 (Attachment 1 to the staff report).
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The Committee reviewed all the nomination applications and associated documents Shirley Hwong and Fumiko “Mickey” Maruya (Attachment 2 to the staff report). The committee voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve honoring Fumiko “Mickey” Maruya and Shirley Hwong with a Tree Memorial for their service and positive impact on the Monterey Park Community.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to take actions to honor Shirley Hwong with a memorial tree and plaque;
2. Authorizing the City Manager to take actions to honor Fumiko “Mickey” Maruya with a memorial tree and plaque; and
3. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendations, on Consent Calendar.
10.B Third Amendment to Agreement with HDL Coren & Cone for Property Tax Consultation Services
On July 1, 2016, the City entered into a 5-year Services Agreement with HDL Coren & Cone for property tax consultation services for a term from July 1, 2016, to June 30, 2021, for $18,250. On November 2, 2016, the City executed a first amendment to add services and increase compensation to $28,250. On June 16, 2021, City Council approved a second amendment to extend the term to June 30, 2026 and increase the contract amount to $153,250.
It is recommended that Council authorize the City Manager to execute a Third Amendment to the HDL Coren & Cone Agreement No. 1975-A for continued Property Tax Consulting Services from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2031, for an additional $130,000, increasing the total contract amount to an amount notto-exceed $283,250.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a third amendment to HDL Coren & Cone Agreement No. 1975-A in a form approved by the City Attorney to continue providing property tax consultation services from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2031, for an additional amount of $130,000, increasing the total contract amount to a not-to-exceed amount of $283,250 for the full Agreement term; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
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Action Taken: During Agenda Revisions and Deletions, the item was tabled for the next Regular City Council meeting and was not heard for consideration.
10.C. Amendment to License Agreement with the Friends of the Monterey Park Library, Inc. for Use of Library Bookstore
On February 19, 2026, the City executed a license agreement with the Friends of the Monterey Park Library, Inc., a California public benefit corporation, (the “Friends”) to utilize space within the Bruggemeyer Library (the “Library”) to operate a volunteer-run bookstore. At their meeting on April 10, 2026, the Friends voted to dissolve the organization. Hence, they will no longer operate the Friends Bookstore in the Library.
The Monterey Park Library Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, (the “Foundation”) will take over operation of the bookstore. Through the sale of used book donations, the Foundation will raise funds to support the activities of the Library, such as children’s performers, reading program incentives, and library branded giveaways for distribution at outreach events.
The City would like to amend the existing license agreement to transfer and assign rights and responsibilities for the bookstore from the Friends to the Foundation. Under the amendment, the City would provide space for the Foundation to continue the bookstore’s practice of selling donated books.
The Foundation must maintain active status and good standing as a nonprofit organization; manage the operations of the bookstore; and use all proceeds generated by the bookstore to support Library programs and services.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute an amendment to the license Agreement No. 2533-A with the Friends of the Monterey Park Library, Inc. to transfer rights and responsibilities to the Monterey Park Library Foundation for 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.
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10.D. Amendment agreement with Commercial Door for Continued Commercial-Grade Door and Gate Maintenance
Commercial Door of Los Angeles County, Inc. (“Commercial Door”) currently provides commercial-grade door and gate maintenance services across all City-owned facilities. It is recommended the City Council approve a Second Amendment with Commercial Door to increase the total contract amount to $150,000 through June 30, 2027.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Second Amendment to Agreement 2440-A with Commercial Door of Los Angeles County, Inc., in a form approved by the City Attorney, to increase compensation and extend the term for continued commercial-grade door and gate maintenance; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendation, on Consent Calendar.
10.E. Amendment to Agreement No. 2477-A with Tripepi Smith & Associates, Inc.
The City of Monterey Park recently completed an updated City seal and branding refresh with the assistance of Tripepi Smith & Associates. With the success of the updated City seal and new branding guidelines, the Assistant City Manager recommends extending the current agreement through June 30, 2027, to expand to include additional marketing and public affairs consulting services.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a first amendment to agreement no. 2477-A with Tripepi Smith & Associates, Inc., in a form approved by the City Attorney, to provide marketing and public affairs consulting services 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.
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10.F. Resolution Amending Resolution No. 10485 to Update the Composition of the Nomination Committee for the Tree Memorial Nomination and Award Program
Resolution No. 10485 established the Tree Memorial Program (the “Program”). It directs staff to form a five-member Program Nomination Committee consisting of two Recreation and Parks Commissioners and three Historical Heritage Commissioners. The Historical Heritage Commission was dissolved in 2013, and the Community Participation Commission assumed Program responsibilities previously assigned to the Historical Heritage Commission. City staff recommends the City Council adopt the proposed Resolution to amend Resolution No. 10485 to update the Nomination Committee composition.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Amending Resolution No. 10485, to update the composition for the Nomination Committee for the Tree Memorial Nomination and Award Program to include members of the Community Participation Commission, Recreation and Parks Commission, and Aging
Commission; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R38, on Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 2026-R38
A Resolution amending Resolution No. 10485 to update the composition of the Nomination Committee for the Tree Memorial Nomination and Award Program
11. Public Hearing
11.A.Public Hearing to receive comments on the Program Year 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Programs
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) funds to the City of Monterey Park for the purpose of developing viable urban communities by providing decent housing, suitable living environments, and expanding economic opportunities, specifically for low- and moderate-income people. For Program Year (PY) 2026-2027, the City will receive approximately $571,332 in CDBG funds and $302,097 in HOME funds from HUD. The purpose of this public hearing is to inform residents about the CDBG and HOME programs, present preliminary funding recommendations for public review, and solicit public input regarding
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community needs and priorities prior to final Council consideration and HUD submission of the Annual Action Plan.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Opening the public hearing to receive citizen input on community needs and priorities prior to final Community Development Block Grant and HOME funding decisions for the Program Year 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Discussion: Director of Finance Garcia, alongside Director of Community Development Director Hou and Administrative Aid Navarro, shared a staff report explaining the City's intention to inform the residents about CDBG and HOME programs and its fund allocations for the 2026-2027 year.
Principal Priscila Davila, from Priscila Davila and Associates, Inc. virtually present, was available for questions.
Action Taken: The City Council opened the Public Hearing at 9:14 p.m., received no registered speakers, closed the public hearing at 9:18 p.m. and approved the recommendation.
Motion: Moved by Council Member Wong and seconded by Council Member Ngo, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
12. New Business
12.A.Establish a Temporary Ad Hoc Subcommittee to Explore Funding Strategies for the Barnes Park Aquatic Center
The City is currently exploring opportunities to fund and construct the proposed Barnes Park Aquatic Center, and staff seeks City Council direction and collaboration to identify viable funding mechanisms and strategic partnerships to support a successful project. In order to facilitate focused discussions and coordination, staff recommends establishing an Ad Hoc Subcommittee composed of up to two City Council members. Council Member Thomas Wong has offered to serve on the subcommittee and City Council may consider appointing one other Council Member if desired.
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The Ad Hoc Subcommittee would work with staff to evaluate potential funding opportunities, provide strategic guidance, and support outreach efforts related to the project. Funding opportunities and strategies may include grants, public and private partnerships, sponsorships, and alternative funding mechanisms.
The Subcommittee would also work to identify community partners that may be able to support the project.
The Ad Hoc Subcommittee would serve in an advisory capacity, providing feedback and recommendations to staff as well as providing updates to the City Council. Meetings would be scheduled on an as-needed and may be held on various days and at various times. The Subcommittee would dissolve upon completion of its assigned purpose.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Establishing a temporary Ad Hoc Subcommittee to assist staff in exploring funding opportunities and strategic partnerships for the proposed Barnes Park Aquatic Center;
2. Appointing up to two (2) City Council members to serve on the Ad Hoc Subcommittee;
3. Appointing Council Member Thomas Wong to serve on the Ad Hoc Subcommittee;
4. Providing direction regarding funding strategies, partnership opportunities, and priorities to be explored by the Ad Hoc Subcommittee; and
5. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Discussion: Director of Recreation and Community Services Aguirre shared a staff report regarding the potential exploration of funding opportunities for the Barnes Park Aquatic Center.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendations and appointed Council Member Wong and Mayor Pro Tem Lo to serve on the Ad Hoc Subcommittee.
Motion: Moved by Council Member Sanchez and seconded by Mayor Yang, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
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13. City Communications (City Council) / Future Agenda Items Council Member Ngo reported his attendance at the Public Works Open House, Fire Service Day Pancake Breakfast event, Council of Monterey Highlands School Reception, ribbon cutting of Starbucks on Atlantic Blvd., Mother's Day Luncheon at the Langley Center and talked about the Play Days Event that celebrated Monterey Park's Birthday.
Council Member Sanchez spoke about his attendance at the Vision Zero Safety Workshop at the Langley Center, Fire Service Day Pancake Breakfast event, and provided an update on his attendance to the Los Angeles Metro Committee meeting detailing the upcoming transportation services for the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup Games and implementation of new Metro stations in preparation for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics
Mayor Pro Tem Lo commented about his attendance at the same events as his fellow Council Members and encouraged the community to vote in the June 2, 2026 elections.
Mayor Yang mentioned her appearance at the Southern California Edison Asian American and Pacific Islander event in Irwindale and the Boys and Girls Club Breakfast event and commented about Mercy Rotary Club's Epic Day of Service, Monterey Park's Pony Baseball & USA Softball Closing Ceremony and Bodhi's Meditation Festival. She thanked city staff for hosting the final Meet up with the Mayor event at Marie Callender's and announced an upcoming stroke awareness event at the Garfield Medical Center.
14. Closed Session (if Required; City Attorney to Announce) None.
15. Adjournment
There being no further business for consideration, the meeting was adjourned at 9:41 p.m.
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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 Minutes
Monterey Park City Council
Financing Authority (MPFA)
Housing Authority (MPHA)
Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD)
Successor Agency (SA)
Special Meeting
May 27, 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 Chamber, located at 320 West Newmark Avenue in the City of Monterey Park, Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
1. Call to Order
Mayor Yang called the meeting to order at 5:33 p.m.
2. Roll Call
City Clerk Maychelle Yee called the roll:
Council Members Present: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong arrived at 5:37 p.m., Elizabeth Yang
Council Members Absent: None.
Also Present:
City Treasurer Amy Lee
City Manager Inez Alvarez
City Attorney Karl Berger
Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia
Director of Finance Martha Garcia
Director of Community Development Timothy Hou
Director of Recreation and Community Services Robert Aguirre City Librarian Kristin Olivarez
Director of Public Works Shawn Igoe
Fire Chief Jason Hing
Deputy Fire Chief Ryan Weddle
Police Lieutenant Bob Hung
Finance Services Manager Laura Borjon
Recreation and Community Services Manager Christina Alatorre Library Manager Linda Vera
Risk Management Manager Julie DeZiel
IT Manager Martin Dinh
Public Works Manager Xochitl Tipan
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Assistant Water Utility Manager George Noriega
Senior Accountant June Leung
Senior Librarian Leonie Jordan
Adult Literacy Coordinator Victor Castellanos
Principal Management Analyst Rebecca Bojorquez
Principal Management Analyst Michelle Marquez
Recreation and Community Services Supervisor Guillermo Chavez Records Supervisor Olivia Chavez
Administrative Aid Anays Navarro
Deputy City Clerk Cindy Trang
Virtually Present
None.
3. Public Comments
None.
4. Telecommunications Announcement, if requested
5. New Business
5.A. Fiscal Year Preliminary 2026-2027 Budget
Consideration and possible action regarding the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Preliminary Budget. Staff will present a brief overview of policy issues, financial prospect and economic development, challenges/solutions, goals and strategies associated with the budget including, without limitation, the following matters:
• City 2026-2027 spending plan overview;
• Proposed staffing changes to reflect an efficient core staffing mix; • Proposed capital improvement projects;
• Goals and Objectives presented by all departments.
Council may raise other development, policy, capital project and potential budget adjustment items for consideration as part of the Budget.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Receiving and filing the Preliminary Budget document for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 as a preliminary spending and policy planning document; and
2. Taking such additional, related action that may be desirable.
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Discussion: Finance Director Garcia, alongside Finance Manager Borjon presented a PowerPoint presentation depicting the proposed budget for consideration for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027. She elaborated on the budget backgrounds, citywide financial plan, staffing changes, general fund revenues/expenditures, reserves, unfunded accrued liability from CalPERS, debt service, departmental presentations and capital improvement projects.
During discussion, City Clerk Yee left the meeting at 6:24 p.m.
Action Taken: By Consensus, the City Council received and filed the Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and no further action was taken for this item.
6. Adjournment
There being no further business for consideration, the meeting was adjourned at 7:46 p.m.
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Maychelle Yee
City Clerk
Approved on MM DD, YYYY 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)
Special Meeting
June 2, 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 Monterey Park Bruggermeyer Library, Friends Room, located at 318 Ramona Avenue in the City of Monterey Park, Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 4:45 p.m.
1. Call to Order
Mayor Yang called the meeting to order at 4:57 p.m.
2. Roll Call
Assistant Deputy City Clerk Helena Cho called the roll:
Council Members Present: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo arrived at 5:07 p.m., Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Council Members Absent: None.
Also Present:
City Manager Inez Alvarez
Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia
City Librarian Kristin Olivarez
Virtually Present:
None.
3. Telecommunications Announcement, if requested
None.
4. Public Comments
None.
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5. New Business
5.A. Appointment to the Library Board of Trustees
The second term of Library Trustee Jennifer Tang and the first term of Library Trustee Ricky Choi will end on June 30, 2026. Trustee Choi is not seeking reappointment. The expirations of their terms will result in two vacancies on the Library Board of Trustees. The upcoming vacancies were advertised and the City Clerk’s office has received eight applications from residents interested in serving on the Library Board of Trustees: Alexander Arasawa, Veronica Ciafone, Jesse Damon, Shayda Jalali, Andy Moc, Florence Ng, Fabian Raygosa and Angela Shen. The City Council is asked to appoint two individuals to fill the vacancies for terms beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2029.
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Appointing two individuals to fill two vacancies on the Library Board of Trustees; and
2. Taking such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Discussion: The City Clerk's office provided the City Council with an unredacted copy of the applications of the candidates for the vacant Library Board seats.
The City Council engaged in discussion and interviewed Angela Shen, Fabian Raygosa, Jesse Damon, Alexander Arasawa and Shayda Jalali, who were physically present.
Recessed and Reconvened
The City Council recessed at 5:56 p.m. and reconvened with all Council Members present at 5:58 p.m.
Action Taken: The City Council appointed Fabian Raygosa and Shayda Jalali to the Library Board of Trustees.
Motion: Moved by Council Member Sanchez and seconded by Council Member Wong, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
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6. Adjournment
There being no further business for consideration, the meeting was adjourned at 6:09 p.m.
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Maychelle Yee
City Clerk
Approved on MM DD, YYYY 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)
Special Meeting
June 3, 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 Room 266, Second Floor of City Hall, located at 320 West Newmark Avenue in the City of Monterey Park, Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
1. Call to Order
Mayor Yang called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m.
2. Roll Call
City Manager Inez Alvarez called the roll:
Council Members Present: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez arrived at 5:49 p.m., Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Council Members Absent: None
Also present:
City Attorney Karl Berger
Assistant City Manager Diana Garcia
Virtually present:
None.
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 5:35 p.m.
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5.A. Conference with Legal Counsel, Existing Litigation - Government Code Section 54956.9(d) - Number of Cases: 1 Chan v. City of Monterey Park, LASC Case Number: 25STCP04378 (filed November 13, 2025)
5.B. Conference with Legal Counsel, Existing Litigation - Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) - Sonia Garcia v. City of Monterey Park, et al., (filed February 11, 2026) LASC Case No. 26NNCV00948
6. Adjournment
The City Council reconvened from Closed Session at 6:09 with all Council Members present.
There being no further business for consideration, the meeting was adjourned at 6:09 p.m.
Action Taken: City Attorney Berger reported out of Closed Session for Item No.
5.B. to initiate litigation against the following and Does 28-35:
• Han Jing Na;
• Joseph Yiu Lun Fu, Co Trustee of the Joseph Yiu Lun Fu and Helenann H.K.
Kwong-Fu Family Trust;
• Helenann H.K. Kwong-Fu, Kwong Hoi M, Co Trustee of the Joseph Yiu Lun Fu and Helenann H.K. Kwong-Fu Family Trust;
• James Xin Yu, Trustee of the Yu Mcap Trust;
• Steve Lee;
• Weizhou Zhu;
• Jianhua Ye;
• My Bao;
• William Wang;
• Tsui Ching, Trustee of the Ching Tsui Trust;
• King Pan Tsui, Co-Trustee of the King Pan Tsui and Yuk Yee Tsui Kam Revocable Trust;
• Yuk Yee Tsui Kam, Co-Trustee of the King Pan Tsui and Yuk Yee Tsui Kam Revocable Trust;
• Robert Ng;
• Yu Han Ma;
• Yuzhen Yu;
• Peter Kimming Lam;
• Patanin Lam;
• Panat Lam;
• Jenny B. Chang;
• Shun Jen Chang;
• Linda Chiang;
• Roger Tu Chao, Co-Trustee of the R&K Family Trust;
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• Kai-Li Chi, Co-Trustee of the R&K Family Trust
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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 Minutes
Monterey Park City Council
Financing Authority (MPFA)
Housing Authority (MPHA)
Geologic Hazard Abatement District (GHAD)
Successor Agency (SA)
Regular Meeting
June 3, 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 Regular Meeting - of the Council in the Council Chamber, located at 320 West Newmark Avenue in the City of Monterey Park, Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
1. Call to Order
Mayor Yang called the meeting to order at 6:37 p.m.
2. Flag Salute
The Monterey Park Fire Explorers led the Flag Salute.
3. Roll Call
City Clerk Maychelle Yee called the roll:
Council Members Present: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Council Members Absent: None
Also Present:
City Manager Inez Alvarez
City Attorney Karl Berger
Assistant City Manager Diana 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
Fire Chief Jason Hing
Deputy Fire Chief Ryan Weddle
Police Lieutenant Brenda Iglesias
Finance Services Manager Laura Borjon
Library Manager Linda Vera
IT Manager Martin Dinh
Principal Management Analyst Rebecca Bojorquez
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Recreation Specialist Chan Lim
Administrative Aide Anays Navarro
Deputy City Clerk Cindy Trang
Virtually Present: None.
4. Telecommunications Announcement, if requested
None.
5. Agenda Revisions and Additions
On June 1, 2026, an amended agenda was posted to add a revised resolution for the Agenda Item No. 11.B.
6. Presentation
None.
7. Public Comments
• Dave Jones expressed his opinion on the passing of Measure NDC in Monterey Park, the celebration of Pride Month and voiced his support of the proposed Lesbian Gay Bi-sexual Transgender Queer + Pride Month Resolution by Mayor Pro Tem Lo.
8. Staff Communications
8.A. City Manager's Department
Assistant City Manager Garcia shared a PowerPoint presentation inviting residents to the State of the City Address on June 9th, 2026 at the Courtyard Marriott where Mayor Yang will share accomplishments during her term as well as the presentation of the Community Choice Awards.
8.B. Bruggemeyer Library
Library Manager Vera shared a PowerPoint presentation with an overview of the programs the Bruggemeyer Library held in May 2026, which included: 235 programs with 2,827 attendees. She detailed upcoming events, including:
Unearth a Story, Percussive Dance Performance, Children's Activities, Teen Creative Writing Series with C.B. Lee, Teen Entrepreneurs Visit the Courtyard Marriot Hotel, Financial Wellness Workshop, Performance of Tam Tran Goes to Washington, the Celebration of Pride Month, and a Presentation Honoring Asian Americans in Military Service.
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8.C. Fire Department
Deputy Fire Chief Weddle displayed a PowerPoint presentation highlighting the Fire Department's upcoming Side Walk CPR Event on Saturday June 13, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. outside of City Hall. He elaborated on Los Angeles County’s goal to increase cardiac arrest survival through community education and immediate action. These goals included teaching residents to recognize cardiac arrest, call 911 quickly and effectively, perform high-quality chest compressions, and maintain proper compression rate and depth.
8.D. Recreation and Community Services Department
Recreations Specialist Lim provided a PowerPoint presentation with an update on upcoming community events including: the Sixth Annual San Gabriel Valley Pride Parade and Festival, the sold out Monterey Park Camp out Event at Barnes Park, Lets Kick It Soccer Clinic and Team United States of America Watch Party, the City’s Independence Day Celebration, Weekly Farmers Market, Summer Aquatic Schedule, Movies at the Park, Trip to go see the Mama Mia play, Hollywood Bowl Concert for Smokey Robinson & Gladys Knight, and MPK Night at Dodger Stadium.
8.E.Public Works Department
Public Works Director Igoe highlighted a PowerPoint presentation announcing the discontinuation of the Link Shuttle and suggested residents use Spirit Bus Route 5, which mirrors the former Link Shuttle route and advertised the services of MPK Transit Express. He elaborated on the city's outreach efforts which included: notifications on the city’s website, Passio Go App, the city buses, June Cascade Newspaper articles, city social media posts, and their work with Economic Development staff to notify business in the surrounding area.
8.F. Community Development and Finance Department
Finance Manager Borjon announced multiple city engagement workshops during the month of June to provide residents with information on the city's economic sustainability and discussed modern and equitable revenue measures. She elaborated on the workshops’ goal to educate residents on valuable knowledge regarding the city's future budget plans. The workshops will be held on June 15th, 2026, at Bruggemeyer Library, June 17th, 2026 at the Langley Senior Center, and June 29th, 2026 via zoom.
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Administrative Aide Navaro highlighted the launch of city engagement opportunities aimed at exploring new opportunities to transform vacant and underutilized commercial properties into vibrant and thriving neighborhoods.
She invited residents, business owners, and community members to participate to address vacancy issues, revitalize community spaces, and strengthen local revenue that supports essential city services to create diverse housing options for current and future generations. These workshops will occur June 10, 2026 via zoom, June 23rd, 2026 at George Elder Park Community Room, and June 24, 2026 at the Langley Center Friendship room.
9. Old Business
None.
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.
Action Taken: The City Council approved Agenda Item Nos. 10.A., 10.B., 10.C.,
10.D., 10.E., 10. F., 10.G., and 10.H., excluding for Agenda Item Nos. 10.I., 10.J., 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: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
10.A. Monthly Investment Report
As of April 30, 2026, invested funds for the City of Monterey Park total $81,216,061.37.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Receiving and filing the monthly investment report; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
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Action Taken: The City Council received and filed the monthly investment report, on Consent Calendar.
10.B. Consideration and possible action to direct the City Clerk to perform the biennial review of the City’s Conflict of Interest Code Pursuant to the Political Reform Act, Government Code § 81000, et seq., every local agency is required to review its Conflict of Interest Code (COI) disclosure biennially to determine if the Code is accurate or in need of amendment. If positions or titles changed in the local agency’s organization, amendments to the COI may be identified as part of the biennial review process and brought forward for Council consideration, as appropriate.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Directing the City Clerk to perform the biennial review of the City’s Conflict of Interest Code and return with any recommended amendments, as appropriate; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendation, on Consent Calendar.
10.C. Authorization of Public Works Annual Contracts
The Public Works Department is responsible for providing and maintaining the City’s infrastructure to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the City’s residents and visitors. To address the Department’s various needs, the City may seek contracted services with vendors for Public Works related services.
It is recommended that City Council consider approving annual extensions for City agreements with vendors who are currently providing services to the City. This would ensure continuity of services for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute amendments to various Public Works agreements for Fiscal Year 2026-27, in a form approved by the City Attorney; 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. Adoption of Resolution for SB1 Road Repair and Maintenance Senate Bill 1 (2017) (“SB1”), the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017, addresses the significant multi-modal transportation funding shortfall statewide. As of November 2017, portions of SB1 revenues are deposited into a Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (“RMRA”) and made available to eligible cities and counties, which must comply with RMRA funding requirements determined by the California Transportation Commission (“CTC”).
RMRA funds made available for the Local Streets and Roads Funding Program are prioritized for expenditure on basic road maintenance and rehabilitation projects, and on critical safety projects. The CTC provided a number of example projects and uses for RMRA funding that include, without limitation: road maintenance and rehabilitation, safety projects, railroad grade separations, complete streets components (including active transportation purposes, pedestrian and bicycle safety projects, transit facilities, and drainage and stormwater capture projects in conjunction with any other allowable project), and traffic control devices.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting a resolution identifying a street maintenance project to be included in the FY 2026-27 budget and funded with Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account funds, in a form approved by the City Attorney; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R39, on Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 2026-R39
A Resolution identifying a street maintenance project list to be included in the FY 2026-27 Budget and Funded by Senate Bill 1: Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017
10.E. Rejection of all Bids for Adaptive Traffic/Traffic Responsive Control System Project
Per Resolution No. 2023-R52, the Public Works Director solicited bids for CIP 96026 – Adaptive Traffic/Traffic Responsive Control System Project. The bid opening was held on March 31, 2026. The city received four bids from California contractors. The Public Works Director recommends rejection of all bids due to the lowest bidder withdrawing their bid and cost proposals exceeding the City’s budget for this project. Public Contract Code § 20166 authorizes the City Council to reject all bids.
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Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Rejecting all bids for the Adaptive Traffic/Traffic Responsive Control System Project (CIP) No. 96026; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendation, on Consent Calendar.
10.F. Approval of Second Amendment to Agreement 1905-AA with Express Services, Inc. For Temporary Staffing Services
The City contracts with Express Services, Inc. to provide temporary staffing solutions for a variety of areas including, without limitation, fleet, maintenance, and clerical services. The Public Works Director (“Director”) recommends an amendment to the current agreement with Express Services, Inc. for continued staff augmentation services. The proposed Amendment increases the contract amount to $150,000 and allows for the use of task orders for on call services with a not to exceed amount of $60,000 per task order.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Second Amendment to Agreement 1905-AA with Express Services, Inc., in a form approved by the City Attorney, to extend the term for continued on-call staff augmentation services through June 30, 2029; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendation, on Consent Calendar.
10.G. Recommendation for Purchase and Installation of 11 Verkada Cameras for Bruggemeyer Library
The City Library currently operates a video surveillance system that has reached the end of its useful life. The system is outdated and unsupported and operates separately from the City’s security camera system. Additionally, it is built on a closed proprietary platform and does not provide the Police Department with access to camera footage. These deficiencies collectively create public safety risks, operational inefficiencies, and potential liability for the City.
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The Information Technology (IT) Division recommends City Council authorize the procurement and deployment of a Verkada cloud-based video security system to replace all exterior cameras at the City Library. In 2020, the City updated all its security cameras to Verkada, with the exception of those at the Library. This update would ensure supported integration with the City’s current camera system, improve interoperability between departments, and allow continued use of the City’s existing security camera platform.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Waiving bidding requirements pursuant to Monterey Park Municipal Code § 3.20.050(4) and authorizing the Finance Department to purchase from Verkada using the California Multiple Award Schedules (CMAS) procurement program;
2. Authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with West Coast Cable Technologies Group, in a form approved by the City Attorney, to purchase and install eleven Verkada cameras at the City Library for $102,886.53; and
3. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendations, on Consent Calendar.
10.H. Third Amendment to Agreement with HDL Coren & Cone for Property Tax Consultation Services
On July 1, 2016, the City entered into a five-year Services Agreement with HDL Coren & Cone for property tax consulting services for the period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2021, in an amount not to exceed $91,250. On November 2, 2016, the City executed a First Amendment to the Agreement to add services and increase compensation by $10,000, resulting in a revised total not-to-exceed amount of $101,250 for the same five-year term. On June 16, 2021, the City Council approved a Second Amendment extending the Agreement for an additional five years through June 30, 2026, and increasing the contract amount by $125,000, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $226,250.
It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a Third Amendment to Agreement No. 1975-A with HDL Coren & Cone for continued property tax consulting services for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2031, in an additional amount of $130,000, increasing the total contract amount to an amount not to exceed $356,250.
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Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a third amendment to HDL Coren & Cone Agreement No. 1975-A, pursuant to Monterey Park Municipal Code § 3.20.090, in a form approved by the City Attorney to continue providing property tax consultation services from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2031, for an additional amount of $130,000, increasing the total contract amount to a not-to-exceed amount of $356,250 for the full Agreement term; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Action Taken: The City Council approved the recommendation, on Consent Calendar.
10.I.LGBTQ+ Pride Month Resolution (As Requested by Mayor Pro Tem Lo) The attached resolution (to the staff report) is being brought forth to the Council for consideration at the request of Mayor Pro Tem Lo.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Approving the attached resolution; and,
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Discussion: Mayor Pro Tem Lo presented the LGBTQ+ Pride Month Resolution recognizing the month of June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R40.
Motion: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Lo and seconded by Council Member Sanchez, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
Resolution No. 2026-R40
A Resolution of the City Council of Monterey Park recognizing the month of June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month
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10.J. National Gun Violence Awareness Day and Wear Orange Weekend Resolution (As Requested by Council Member Sanchez)
The attached resolution (to the staff report) is being brought forth to the Council for consideration at the request of Council Member Sanchez.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Approving the attached resolution; and,
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Discussion: Lieutenant Brenda Iglesias presented a PowerPoint presentation on New Senate Bills related to Gun Safety in connection to Gun Violence Awareness Month.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R41.
Motion: Moved by Council Member Sanchez and seconded by Council Member Wong, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
Resolution No. 2026-R41
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Monterey Park declaring June 5, 2026, National Gun Violence Awareness Day and June 6-7, 2026, as Wear Orange Weekend in Monterey Park
11. Public Hearing
11.A.Public Hearing to Consider Approving Assessments for the Citywide Maintenance District No. 93-1 for Fiscal Year 2026-27 Pursuant to Streets and Highways Code §§ 22500, et seq.
In 1993, the City formed Citywide Maintenance District No. 93-1 (the “District”) to finance the operation and maintenance of public street lighting and landscaping. The District was renewed each of the past 33 years and must be annually in order for the City to continue levying and collecting assessments for Fiscal Year 2026-27. The City started the process to renew its District for Fiscal Year 2026-27 at its May 6, 2026, City Council meeting.
At that time, the City Council approved the Engineer's Report; adopted the
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Resolution of Intention (Resolution No. 2026-R24) and scheduled the required public hearing for June 3, 2026.
Following the June 3rd public hearing, the City Council may adopt the attached Resolution (to the staff report) renewing the District for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
The City reviewed the environmental impacts of the extension under the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq. “CEQA”) and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal. Code of Regs. §§ 15000, et seq., the “CEQA Guidelines”). The proposed action is exempt from additional environmental review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines § 15273(a) because it involves the establishment and collection of rates and charges to meet operating expenses and maintain existing services within existing service areas.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Opening the public hearing and receiving documentary and testimonial evidence;
2. Closing the public hearing and adopting a Resolution authorizing the Levy and Collection of Assessments for Fiscal Year 2026-27 for Citywide Maintenance District No. 93-1 pursuant to Streets and Highways Code § 22587; and
3. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Discussion: Finance Manager Borjon presented a staff report and PowerPoint presentation on the proposed resolution authorizing the levy and collection of assessments for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 in Citywide Maintenance District No. 93-1 Pursuant to Streets and Highways Code § 22587.
Action Taken: The City Council opened the public hearing at 7:15 p.m., received no registered speakers, closed the public hearing at 7:17 p.m. and approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026-R42.
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Motion: Moved by Council Member Wong and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lo, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
Resolution No. 2026-R42
A Resolution authorizing the levy and collection of assessments for Fiscal Year 2026-27 in Citywide Maintenance District No. 93-1 Pursuant to Streets and Highways Code § 22587
11.B. FY 2026-27 Capital Improvement Plan Resolution
The City’s FY 2026-27 proposed budget includes an updated Capital Improvement Plan (“CIP”) outlining the City’s capital investments over a fiveyear period. Staff asks that City Council adopt a Resolution to approve the proposed CIP, grant authorization for the City Engineer to approve plans specifications for Capital Improvement Projects and authorize for the Director of Public Works to advertise projects for construction bids when required or needed
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Opening a public hearing to receive documentary and testimonial evidence;
2. After closing the public hearing and considering the evidence, adopting a Resolution finding the FY 2026-27 Capital Improvement Plan (“CIP”) conforms with the General Plan, authorizing the City Engineer to approve plans and specifications for capital improvement projects, and authorizing the Public Works Director to solicit bids for capital improvement projects identified in the CIP; and
3. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Discussion: Public Works Director Shawn Igoe presented a PowerPoint presentation of the FY 26-27 Capital Improvement Plan and highlighted the proposed Capital Improvement Projects.
Action Taken: The City Council opened the public hearing at 7:19 p.m., received no registered speakers, closed the public hearing at 7:30 p.m. and approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026-R43.
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Motion: Moved by Council Member Ngo and seconded by Council Member Wong, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
Resolution No. 2026-R43
A Resolution finding the FY 2026-27 Capital Improvement Plan (“CIP”) conforms with the General Plan; authorizing the City Engineer to approve plans and specifications for capital improvement projects; and authorizing the Public Works Director to solicit bids for Capital Improvement Projects identified in the CIP
12. New Business
12.A. Resolutions for November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election The general municipal election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2026 for the purpose of electing members of the City Council for District Nos. 1 and 5, a City Clerk position and a City Treasurer position, for terms of four years each. The election will be consolidated with the Statewide general election conducted by the Los Angeles County Registrar Recorder’s Office. The Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget is expected to include $275,000 for expenditures associated with the November 3, 2026 general municipal election.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Adopting a resolution calling for a general municipal election on November 3, 2026 pursuant to Elections Code § 1301;
2. Adopting a resolution requesting the County of Los Angeles to consolidate the City of Monterey Park’s general municipal election to be held on November 3, 2026, with the statewide general election on the date pursuant to Elections Code §1301;
3. Adopting a resolution establishing requirements for candidate statements filed with the
City Clerk to be included with voter information for an election on November 3, 2026; and
4. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
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Discussion: Deputy City Clerk Trang presented a staff report highlighting the proposed resolutions for the November 3, 2026 general municipal election, request for consolidation, and candidate statement.
Action Taken: The City Council approved and adopted Resolution No. 2026- R44, Resolution No. 2026-R45 and Resolution No. 2026-R46.
Motion: Moved by Council Member Wong and seconded by Council Member Sanchez, motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members: Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
Noes: Council Members: None
Absent: Council Members: None
Abstain: Council Members: None
Recusal: Council Members: None
Resolution No. 2026-R44
A Resolution calling a general municipal election on November 3, 2026 pursuant to Elections Code § 1301 for City Council District Nos. 1 and 5; City Clerk; and City Treasurer
Resolution No. 2026-R45
A Resolution requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles to consolidate the City of Monterey Park’s general municipal election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 with the statewide general election to be held on the date pursuant to Elections Code § 10400 et seq Resolution No. 2026-R46
A Resolution establishing requirements for candidate statements filed with the City Clerk to be included with voter information for an election on November 3, 2026
13. City Communications (City Council) / Future Agenda Items Council Member Ngo reported his attendance to the Memorial Day event at the American Legion Post 397, the East Los Angeles College Juried Student Art Exhibit, and talked about the Budget Workshop Meeting held on May 27, 2026.
Council Member Lo mentioned his attendance to the Memorial Day Event at the American Legion Post 397 and the East Los Angeles College Juried Student Art Exhibit.
Mayor Yang commented on her attendance to the American Legion Post 397 and the East Los Angeles College Juried Student Art Exhibit and congratulated the city's residents on passing Measure NDC.
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14. Closed Session (if Required; City Attorney to Announce) None.
15. Adjournment
There being no further business for consideration, the meeting was adjourned at 7:36 p.m.
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Maychelle Yee
City Clerk
Approved on MM DD, YYYY, at the regular City Council meeting.
City Council Staff Report
Date: August 5, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.B.
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Laura Borjon, Finance Manager
Subject: Monthly Investment Report
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Receiving and filing the monthly investment report; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Executive Summary:
As of June 30, 2026, invested funds for the City of Monterey Park total $81,517,474.88.
Background:
In accordance with the City’s Investment Policy, a monthly investment report is presented to the City Council showing the types of investments, dates and maturities, amounts of deposits, rates of interest, and the current market values for securities with maturity more than 12 months. The attached monthly investment report includes a portfolio summary from Chandler Asset Management.
Strategic Plan Goal:
N/A
Fiscal Impact:
N/A
Attachments:
1. Monthly Investment Report
Staff Report
August 5, 2026
ATTACHMENT 1
Monthly Investment Report
INVESTMENTS PORTFOLIO PROFILE:
TOTAL BALANCE AT 6/30/2026 81,517,474.88 $
INVESTMENT COMPOSITION
(1) LA COUNTY POOLED INVESTMENT FUND ON DEMAND 3.20% 27,358,450.93 $ (2) LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND ON DEMAND 3.816% 18,646,420.01 $ (3) CHANDLER ASSET MANAGEMENT 4.36% 27,501,570.53 $
Purchase Maturity Interest
(4) CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT Date Date Rate
1 RIZE FED CREDIT UNION 12/13/24 12/14/26 4.25% 245,000 2 FIRST SEACOAST BANK 01/27/25 01/27/27 4.15% 247,000
3 GOLDMAN SACHES BANK 01/28/25 01/28/27 4.15% 244,000
4 FIRST BUSINESS BANK 01/30/25 01/29/27 4.15% 244,000
5 FIRST KY BANK 01/30/25 02/01/27 4.15% 249,000
6 AUSTIN TELCO FED CREDIT UNION 01/31/25 02/01/27 4.25% 249,000 7 SOUND CREDIT UNION 01/31/25 02/01/27 4.20% 249,000
8 MORGAN STANLEY BANK 02/12/25 02/12/27 4.30% 244,000
9 MORGAN STANLEY PRIVATE BANK 02/12/25 02/12/27 4.30% 244,000 10 OREGON COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION 02/24/25 02/24/27 4.30% 249,000 11 MERRICK BANK 02/28/25 02/26/27 4.30% 249,000
12 SOUTHERN STATES BANK 03/21/25 03/22/27 4.15% 249,000 13 TOYOTA FINANCIAL SAVINGS BANK 04/10/25 04/12/27 4.00% 245,000 14 UBS BANK 04/23/25 04/23/27 3.95% 249,000
15 AMERICAN EXPRESS NATIONAL BANK 04/30/25 04/30/27 4.05% 245,000 16 STATE BANK INDIA 05/05/25 05/05/27 4.10% 244,000
17 TRANSPORTATION ALLIANCE BANK 05/12/25 05/12/27 4.00% 249,000 18 FINWISE BANK 05/21/25 05/21/27 4.00% 249,000
19 CONNEXUS CREDIT UNION 07/23/25 07/23/27 4.10% 245,000 20 HARBORSTONE CREDIT UNION 08/06/25 08/06/26 4.25% 249,000 21 HOPE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 08/21/25 08/21/26 4.10% 240,000 22 CIVIC FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 08/29/25 08/28/26 4.15% 249,000 23 PREFERRED BANK 09/03/25 09/03/26 3.93% 113,033
24 OPTUM BANK 09/15/25 09/15/27 3.70% 245,000
25 FIRST BANK 09/19/25 03/19/27 3.70% 245,000
26 UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS CREDIT UNION 09/24/25 09/24/27 3.65% 249,000 27 DORT FINANCIAL CREDIT UNION 10/10/25 10/12/27 3.75% 247,000 28 ALLIANT CREDIT UNION 10/30/25 10/30/26 4.00% 249,000 29 DART BANK 01/30/26 02/01/28 3.65% 245,000
30 CELTIC BANK 03/10/26 03/10/28 3.65% 249,000
31 WELLS FARGO 03/30/26 03/30/28 3.90% 249,000
32 FIRST UTAH BANK 03/31/26 03/31/28 3.80% 249,000
33 EAGLEMARK SAVINGS BANK 04/01/26 03/31/28 3.90% 245,000 01/00/00 Total CDs (33) 4.030% $ 8,011,033.41
OTHER INFORMATION:
BANK BALANCE: (1) $27,255,871.83
AVERAGE MATURITY DAYS 103
AVERAGE INTEREST RATE FOR THE MONTH 3.814%
THE CITY'S INVESTMENT HAS SUFFICIENT LIQUIDITY TO MEET THE CITY'S EXPENDITURE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE NEXT 180 DAYS. THE 180-DAY LIQUIDITY DISCLOSURE IS REQUIRED PER GOVERNMENT CODE 53646.
THERE HAVE BEEN NO VARIANCES TO THE INVESTMENT POLICY.
(1) Bank balance is maintained to cover outstanding warrants, payroll checks and on-going operating costs.
CITY OF MONTEREY PARK
INVESTMENT REPORT
JUNE 30, 2026
City of Monterey Park | Account #11189 | As of June 30, 2026
PORTFOLIO SUMMARY
Account Summary
Credit Quality*
Total Rate of Return** 1M 3M YTD 1YR 2YRS 3YRS 5YRS 10YRS (03/12/24) City of Monterey Park 0.11% 3.35%
Benchmark Return 0.06% 0.39% 0.68%
1.80 AA+
2.19 1.98
End Values as of
05/31/2026
End Values as of
06/30/2026
Market Value
Accrued Interest
Total Market Value 27,656,649.94 27,684,422.50
93,135.21
0.00 0.00
Par
Book Value
Cost Value
United States 39.60%
Farm Credit System 3.29%
2.19%
2.06%
City Council Staff Report
Date: August 5, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.C.
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Diana Garcia, Assistant City Manager
Rebecca Bojorquez, Principal Management Analyst
Subject: Ratification of Letters Due to Los Palos Fire Incident Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Ratifying the City’s letters sent to Lineage, Inc. and Elected Officials, regarding an urgent request for immediate fire remediation and abatement, on behalf of City Council; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Executive Summary:
The Los Palos Incident was a fire that burned at a cold storage facility in Boyle Heights from June 17 through June 24. The facility, leased by Lineage, Inc. and owned by Chill Build Los Angeles I LLC, held an estimated 85 million pounds of food. Since firefighters extinguished the fire, abatement efforts have remained sparse, leaving the food to defrost and rot, causing foul odors in the immediate and surrounding areas, including Monterey Park. In response, the City of Monterey Park sent a letter to Lineage, formally demanding that it immediately address the public health nuisance.
Background:
In response to the incident, the Monterey Park City Council declared a local emergency. The City distributed N-95 masks, opened relief sites at Langley Center and Bruggemeyer Library, cancelled outdoor programming, and appropriated $50,000 for an Air Purifier Reimbursement Program for residents.
Despite the City’s efforts to mitigate the incident’s effects, the decaying food has created a public health nuisance. To address the ongoing nuisance, the City of Monterey Park sent a letter to Lineage, formally demanding accelerated waste removal, advanced odor suppression,
continuous air quality monitoring, and the establishment of a direct community liaison, and reimbursement of the City’s response costs.
The letter was addressed to Greg Lehmkuhl, Lineage’s President and CEO, and was mailed on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. The City Council’s ratification of the letter confirms its support for the City’s demands for immediate remediation and abatement.
In addition to sending a letter to Lineage, the City sent a letter to Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, as well as other elected officials, to advocate on behalf of its residents. The letter, which is attached with this staff report, urges Mayor Bass for an expedited abatement process and timely public updates on its progress.
Strategic Plan Goal:
N/A
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact associated with ratifying the letters.
Attachments:
1. Letter to Lineage, Inc.
2. Letter to Mayor Bass and Elected Officials
Staff Report
August 5, 2026
ATTACHMENT 1
Letter to Lineage, Inc.
PRIDE IN THE PAST • FAITH IN THE FUTURE
320 West Newmark Ave. Monterey Park, CA 91754
www.montereypark.ca.gov
CITY CLERK
MAYCHELLE YEE
CITY TREASURER
AMY LEE
CITY COUNCIL
HENRY LO
VINH NGO
JOSE SANCHEZ
THOMAS WONG
ELIZABETH YANG
July 21, 2026
Greg Lehmkuhl
President & CEO
Lineage, Inc.
46500 Humboldt Dr.
Novi, MI 48377
RE: Urgent Demand for Immediate Fire Remediation and Abatement of Ongoing Odor Emissions at the Lineage Inc. Facility, 1400 S. Los Palos Street, Los Angeles, CA 90023
Dear Mr. Lehmkuhl:
We are writing on behalf of the City of Monterey Park, representing the residents who are currently suffering from the aftermath of the recent fire at your facility.
This letter serves as a formal demand for immediate, aggressive intervention to mitigate the ongoing hazardous smells, toxic odors, and environmental disruptions impacting our community in Monterey Park.
The recent fire at your facility has escalated from a localized emergency into a prolonged regional public health and quality-of-life crisis. The status of your facility not only affects the immediate surrounding neighborhood, but has also reached miles beyond, impacting neighboring cities such as ours. While we appreciate the initial response from emergency service personnel, the current state of the cleanup operations is unacceptable. For weeks, our residents have been subjected to an overwhelming, persistent stench resulting from burnt building materials, compromised structural debris, and rotting perishable goods coming from your facility.
The City of Monterey Park is receiving complaints from concerned residents due to the public health emergency caused by your facility. This ongoing issue is causing severe distress across our community and needs to be addressed and resolved immediately. The current rate of remediation is failing to meet community expectations, and we are reaching out to express wider regional concerns.
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320 West Newmark Ave. Monterey Park, CA 91754
www.montereypark.ca.gov
Therefore, we are formally demanding that Lineage Inc. immediately take the following actions:
1. Accelerate Waste Removal: Deploy maximum, around-the-clock resources to safely extract, transport, and dispose of the decomposing products and burnt materials causing the odor.
2. Implement Advanced Odor Suppression: Utilize heavy-duty, industrialgrade neutralizing agents, vapor barriers, or temporary containment structures to immediately suppress the escaping smells during cleanup.
3. Provide Continuous Air Quality Monitoring: Fund and deploy independent, third-party air monitoring stations throughout the impacted residential zones, making real-time data transparently available to the public and city officials.
4. Establish a Direct Community Liaison: Appoint a dedicated company representative to provide daily progress updates to the community that can be shared widely and establish a direct hotline for residents to report localized odor spikes.
5. Reimbursement of Costs: Reimburse the City of Monterey Park for all costs and expenditures incurred as a direct result of the public health emergency caused by the conditions originating from your facility. On June 23, 2026, the Monterey Park City Council declared a local emergency in response to the Los Palos Incident. As a direct result of the ongoing air quality concerns, the City implemented numerous emergency response measures to protect public health and safety. These actions included the distribution of N-95 respirator masks; the opening of temporary relief centers for impacted residents; the cancellation of outdoor programs and community events through June 28, including the Farmers' Market, Soccer Watch Party, and Independence Day celebration with fireworks; and the establishment of an Air Purifier Reimbursement Program to assist residents who needed to purchase air purifiers for their homes due to the incident. To date, the City's documented costs associated with these emergency response efforts total approximately $20,000, and those costs continue to increase. The City demands full reimbursement for all such expenditures, together with any additional costs incurred as the City continues to respond to the impacts of this incident.
PRIDE IN THE PAST • FAITH IN THE FUTURE
320 West Newmark Ave. Monterey Park, CA 91754
www.montereypark.ca.gov
Please be advised that we are actively reviewing all available administrative, regulatory, and legal avenues to resolve this public health emergency. If Lineage Inc. does not immediately demonstrate an aggressive, measurable increase in mitigation efforts, we will not hesitate to work with other city officials and regional representatives to pursue formal citations, fines for public nuisance violations, and legal injunctions to compel compliance.
We expect a written response detailing your expedited remediation timeline and immediate action plan. If you should have any questions or to send your response, please contact us directly at [email protected] and [email protected].
Sincerely,
Henry Lo Jose Sanchez
Mayor Mayor Pro Tem
Staff Report
August 5, 2026
ATTACHMENT 2
Letter to Mayor Bass and Elected Officials
PRIDE IN THE PAST • FAITH IN THE FUTURE
320 West Newmark Ave. Monterey Park, CA 91754
www.montereypark.ca.gov
CITY CLERK
MAYCHELLE YEE
CITY TREASURER
AMY LEE
CITY COUNCIL
HENRY LO
VINH NGO
JOSE SANCHEZ
THOMAS WONG
ELIZABETH YANG
July 27, 2026
The Honorable Karen Bass
Mayor, City of Los Angeles
200 N. Spring St., Room 303
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Subject: Regional Air Quality Impacts and Urgent Request for Urgent for Immediate Fire Remediation and Abatement of Ongoing Odor Emissions at the Lineage Inc. Facility
Dear Mayor Bass:
On behalf of the City of Monterey Park and our residents, we are writing to express our deep concern regarding the ongoing public health impacts resulting from the June 17 fire at the Lineage Inc. facility located at 1400 S. Los Palos Street, Los Angeles, CA 90023.
Although the fire occurred within the City of Los Angeles, its consequences have extended well beyond city boundaries. As summer temperatures have increased, prevailing winds have repeatedly carried persistent foul odors and degraded air quality into neighboring communities, including Monterey Park. This has become a regional environmental and public health issue affecting thousands of residents outside the immediate incident area.
We appreciate the swift response of emergency personnel following the fire and recognize the establishment of a 45-day cleanup deadline. However, the pace of remediation remains deeply concerning. Public reports indicate that a portion of the estimated 85 million pounds of spoiled food has been removed, leaving the surrounding region vulnerable to continued odor emissions and potential air quality impacts. At the current rate of progress, neighboring communities face the prospect of enduring these conditions for weeks to come.
The City of Monterey Park continues to receive numerous complaints from residents who are experiencing the effects of these ongoing emissions. Families report being unable to open their windows, spend time outdoors, or enjoy
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neighborhood parks because of the overwhelming odor and concerns about air quality. These conditions are diminishing residents' quality of life, disrupting daily activities, and creating growing anxiety about potential health impacts.
This situation has evolved beyond a localized incident and now constitutes a regional public health concern, underscoring the need for an accelerated and coordinated response. We respectfully urge the City of Los Angeles to take all available measures to expedite the removal of the remaining spoiled materials, strengthen odor mitigation efforts, and provide timely public updates on cleanup progress and anticipated timelines.
Thank you for your leadership and your attention to this urgent regional public health matter. We appreciate your partnership in addressing these impacts and would welcome any updates your office can provide so that we may keep our residents informed. Should you have any questions or wish to provide additional information, please contact us at [email protected] or [email protected].
Sincerely,
Henry Lo Jose Sanchez
Mayor Mayor Pro Tem
cc: Ysabel Jurado, Los Angeles City Council, District 14 Hilda Solis, Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, District 1 Executive Officer, South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Assemblymember Mike Fong, District 49
Senator Sasha Renee Perez, Senate District 25
City Council Staff Report
Date: August 5, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.D.
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Scott Wiese, Police Chief
Subject: 2026/2027 CTFGP Grant Award
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Accepting and appropriating grant funds and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with the Department of California Highway Patrol ("CHP") in the amount of $381,449.96 for the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program ("CTFGP");
2. Adopting a Resolution authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to receive and appropriate grant funds in Fiscal Year 2026-27, and execute an agreement, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with the CHP in the amount of $381,449.96 for the CTFGP; and
3. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Executive Summary:
The City of Monterey Park Police Department ("Police Department") was notified of an award of $381,449.96 from the CHP CTFGP for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The Police Department will utilize the grant funding to reduce and mitigate the impacts of impaired driving in our community.
Background:
With the passage of Proposition 64, Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA), California voters mandated the State set aside funding for the CHP to award grants to local governments and qualified non-profit organizations, as described in Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019(f)(3)(B). The Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program marks an important step toward reducing impaired driving crashes, increasing public awareness surrounding the dangers of impaired driving, and making California’s roadways a safer place to travel. The Monterey Park Police Department’s CTFGP total conditional grant allocation is $381,449.96.
Strategic Plan Goal:
The CTFGP Grant aligns with the City of Monterey Park's Strategic Plan goal:
1. Ensure Public Safety with a Modernized and Community-Oriented Approach The Police Department will use the CTFGP grant to implement strategic traffic outreach initiatives and enhance public engagement through community programs focused on traffic safety. This will involve leveraging social media outreach, hosting virtual and in-person town hall meetings, and utilizing digital marketing strategies.
Fiscal Impact:
The Police Chief requests approval for the Finance Director to accept and appropriate $381,449.96 in grant funding for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget. There is no fiscal impact on the General Fund.
Attachments:
1. CTFGP Intent to Award Letter FY26-27
2. CTFGP FY 26-27 RESOLUTION
Staff Report
August 5, 2026
ATTACHMENT 1
CTFGP Intent to Award Letter
Staff Report
August 5, 2026
ATTACHEMENT 2
Resolution
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER, OR DESIGNEE,
TO RECEIVE AND APPROPRIATE GRANT FUNDS FOR THE
CANNABIS TAX FUND GRANT PROGRAM
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Monterey Park as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council finds as follows:
A. The City applied for the Department of California Highway Patrol (CHP) for the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP).
B. The Monterey Park Police Department will utilize the grant funding to reduce and mitigate the impacts of impaired driving in our community.
C. The City will receive $381,449.96 from the Department of California Highway Patrol (CHP) for the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP).
SECTION 2: The City Manager, or designee, is authorized to receive grant funds from the Department of California Highway Patrol (CHP) Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) to be used to reduce and mitigate the impacts of impaired driving.
SECTION 3: The City Manager, or designee, is authorized to execute any required documents and agreements to receive the grant for purposes identified herein.
SECTION 4: Severability. If any part of this Resolution or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provision or application and, to this end, the provisions of this Resolution are severable.
SECTION 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 his 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.
Resolution No.
Henry Lo, Mayor
Attest:
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk
Approved as to Form:
Karl H. Berger, City Attorney
By:
Solange Fortenbach, Deputy City
Attorney
City Council Staff Report
Date: August 5, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.E.
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Robert Aguirre, Director of Recreation & Community Services Guillermo Chavez, Recreation Supervisor
Subject: Accepting a monetary donation from the Friends of the Seniors Langley Senior Citizens Center for $29,510 on behalf of the City of Monterey Park Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Accepting a monetary donation from Friends of the Seniors Langley Senior Citizens Center for $29,510 on behalf of the City of Monterey Park; and
2. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Executive Summary:
In August 2025, members of the Friends of the Seniors contacted the Recreation and Community Services Department to provide an update on the status of the organization and to begin discussions about potential funding opportunities. The Friends of the Seniors established a grant request process to allow the City to submit requests for monetary support.
In June 2026, the Recreation and Community Services Department submitted a request for support and the Board of Trustees approved an award of $29,510. The approved monetary donation of $29,510 will fund the purchase of equipment and supplies for Langley Center, including tables and chairs, exercise bikes, a photo booth, and arcade-style games. These enhancements will expand recreational opportunities, improve programming, and enhance the overall experience for participants at Langley Center. The Aging Commission also reviewed the department’s request and is in favor of supporting the award.
Pursuant to Resolution No. 11776, the City Council may accept donations with a value estimated at $25,000 or greater (Attachment 1). Therefore, it is requested that the City Council accept a monetary donation of $29,510 from Friends of the Seniors Langley Senior Citizens Center for the Langley Center facility and programs.
Background:
The Friends of the Seniors was established in 1986 as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization with the mission of raising funds to support and enhance the activities, programs, and operations of Langley Center.
The Friends of the Seniors established a grant request process, allowing the City to submit requests for monetary donations that benefit the Langley Senior Center and the seniors who utilize the programs and activities provided by the center. Acceptance of the donation by the City Council is required pursuant to Resolution No. 11776, which establishes the City's policies and procedures for accepting donations with an estimated value of $25,000 or greater.
Strategic Plan Goal:
This item meets the City's goal of expanding access to resources and services by enhancing recreational opportunities and improving programming for the aging population at the Langley Center.
Fiscal Impact:
Acceptance of the donation will provide $29,510 in funding for equipment and supplies for Langley Center.
Attachments:
None
City Council Staff Report
Date: August 5, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.F.
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Shawn Igoe, Public Works Director
Subject: Authorize The Purchase of a 2027 CNG Freightliner 114SD Sewer Vactor Truck and 2027 Caterpillar 420 Backhoe Loader
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Waiving bidding requirements pursuant to Monterey Park Municipal Code Section
3.20.050(4) (cooperative purchasing), and authorizing the City Manager to purchase a 2027 CNG Freightliner 114SD sewer vactor truck from Haaker Equipment Company for $595,043 and a Caterpillar 420 backhoe loader from Quinn Company for $177,853;
2. Approving an appropriation of $640,043 to the FY2026-27 budget from the Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Fund (411) for the purchase of 2027 CNG Freightliner 114SD sewer vactor truck from Haaker Equipment Company; and
3. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Executive Summary:
The Water and Street Maintenance Divisions rely heavily on a shared vacuum/jetter combo unit and backhoe loader for use in day-to-day operations, including water main break response, storm drain maintenance, and pavement repairs. Existing units are often unavailable because they are in use for other work or undergoing routine maintenance.
The Public Works Director (“Director”) recommends the purchase of a 2027 CNG Freightliner 114SD Vactor truck and Caterpillar 420 backhoe loader to ensure uninterrupted service and timely response to field needs. The Vactor equipment may be purchased from Haaker Equipment Company for the total cost of $595,043. The backhoe loader may be purchased through Quinn Company for a total cost of $177,853. Both pieces of equipment were identified through Sourcewell contracts, with applicable taxes and fees included in the total cost of each.
Background:
The City’s Maintenance Divisions have seen an increased need for a Vactor truck and backhoe loader equipment during daily operations. The existing units are frequently shared between divisions or unavailable due to scheduled maintenance or unforeseen repairs requiring staff to delay field work or extend response times. These interruptions impact productivity, prolong needed repairs, and reduce the ability to respond quickly to water system emergencies, storm drain blockages, and street repair needs. Purchasing an additional 3 Yard Vacuum/Jetter Combo Unit and a Caterpillar 420 Backhoe Loader ensures that one unit remains available at all times for both divisions. The added equipment will help maintain uninterrupted service, reduce downtime, and increase the City’s capacity to perform maintenance tasks simultaneously across multiple locations.
The Director has identified the 2027 CNG Freightliner 114SD Vactor truck from Haaker Equipment Company as best suited due to its vacuum and jetting capabilities, making it a multipurpose tool for clearing sewer backups, spill containment, and supporting water main break response, and the Caterpillar 420 backhoe loader from Quinn Company as best suited for maintenance operations due to its versatility, allowing staff to perform a wide range of tasks including water main break repairs, pavement dig-outs, and sidewalk and curb construction.
The City is a member of Sourcewell, a purchasing cooperative that combines the purchasing power of multiple agencies to secure lower prices than those typically available through an individual agency’s procurement process. Because the equipment is available through competitively procured contracts awarded by Sourcewell, a State of Minnesota local government unit and service cooperative, the City Council may authorize the purchase of the vactor sewer truck and backhoe loader via MPMC § 3.20.050(4). It is recommended that City Council approve the purchase of the 2027 CNG Freightliner 114SD sewer vactor truck through Haaker Equipment Company and the Caterpillar 420 backhoe loader through Quinn Company.
Both vendors were selected based on the lowest price offered for the equipment through their participation with Sourcewell. The total cost of the sewer truck is $595,043, while the cost for the backhoe loader is $177,853. The cost for both pieces of equipment include all applicable taxes and fees.
Strategic Plan Goal:
The proposed purchase supports the City’s goal to maintain, build and modernize infrastructure and facilities to support the current and future needs of our City and community, as the equipment is necessary for maintenance operations.
Fiscal Impact:
The cost of the proposed 2027 CNG Freightliner 114SD Vactor truck from Haaker Equipment Company is $595,043. The cost for the proposed Caterpillar 420 backhoe loader from Quinn Company is $177,853. An appropriation of $640,043 to the FY 2026-27 budget from the Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Fund (411) is requested for this purchase.
Attachments:
1. Quinn Company Quote
2. Haaker Equipment Company Quote
Staff Report
August 5, 2026
ATTACHMENT 1
Quinn Company Quote
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CITY OF MONTEREY PARK
320 W NE\A/T\4ARK AVE
MONTEREY PARK, California 917 54'2818
Attention: Miguel Cervantes
Dear Sir,
We would like to thank you for your interest in our company and our products, and are pleased to quote the following for your consideration.
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WARRANTY & COVERAGE
Standard Warranty: 12 MONTHS FULL MACHINE
SELL PRICE
NET BALANCE DUE
TIRE FEE
SALES TAX (10.5%)
AFTER TAX BALANCE
$160,946.59
$160,946.59
$7.00
$16,899.39
$177,852.98
PAYMENT TERMS
WTH ORDER
F.O.B/TERMS:
City Of lndustry Machine
Accepted by on
Signature
Staff Report
August 5, 2026
ATTACHMENT 2
Haaker Equipment Company Quote
2070 NORTH WHITE AVENUE, LA VERNE, CALIFORNIA 91750
(909) 598-2706 ~ HAAKER.COM
QUOTE
JUNE 18, 2026
TO: CITY OF MONTEREY PARK ATTN: MR. MIGUEL CERVANTES
320 WEST NEWMARK AVENUE (626) 409-9187
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754 EMAIL: [email protected]
IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR REQUEST, WE ARE PLEASED TO SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING PROPOSAL FOR
YOUR CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL BASED ON THE SOURCEWELL COOPERATIVE PURCHASING AGREEMENT – CONTRACT #101221-VTR.
ONE (1) NEW VACTOR CNG iMPACT COMBO SEWER CLEANER
3-YD DEBRIS BODY, 15” BLOWER, 500-GAL WATER CAPACITY. MOUNTED ON A 2027 CNG FREIGHTLINER 114SD+ SINGLE AXLE (4X2) 370HP CDL CHASSIS, ,WITH CUMMINS L9N ENGINE AND ALLISON 3000RDS AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. UNIT INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING STANDARD AND OPTIONAL FEATURES.
STANDARD ITEMS INCLUDED:
JETRIGHT TECHNOLOGY
CURBSIDE TOOLBOX W/ NOZZLE
STORAGE RACK
ALUMINUM FENDERS
MUD FLAPS
ELECTRIC / HYDRAULIC
PROPORTIONAL BOOM CONTROL
COLOR CODED SEALED ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM
INTUITOUCH ELECTRONIC PACKAGE
DOUBLE ACTING HOIST CYLINDER
HANDGUN ASSEMBLY
EX-TEN STEEL CYLINDRICAL DEBRIS
TANK
FLEXIBLE HOSE GUIDE
(2) NOZZLES W/ CARBIDE INSERTS
SUCTION TUBE STORAGE
3/4" NOZZLE PIPE
STAINLESS STEEL FLOAT SHUT OFF
SYSTEM
HORIZONTAL MICROSTRAINER PRIOR
TO BLOWER
LUBE MANIFOLD W/ LUBE CHART
DEBRIS BODY VACUUM RELIEF SYSTEM
DEBRIS BODY-UP LIGHT AND ALARM
LOW WATER ALARM WITH WATER
PUMP FLOW INDICATOR
3" Y-STRAINER AT PASSENGER SIDE
FILL WITH 25' FILL HOSE
WATER TANK SIGHT GAUGE
LIQUID FLOAT BODY LEVEL INDICATOR
FRONT CONTROLLED BLOWER DRIVE
DIGITAL WATER PRESSURE GAUGE
JOYSTICK BOOM CONTROL
BOOM HOSE STORAGE
BOOM OUT OF POSITION LIGHT AND
ALARM
40 GPM/2500 PSI JET RODDER PUMP
RODDER SYSTEM ACCUMULATOR -
JACK HAMMER ON/OFF CONTROL W/
MANUAL VALVE
3" Y-STRAINER AT WATER PUMP
MULTI-FLOW WATER SYSTEM
1" WATER RELIEF VALVE
MIDSHIP HIGH PRESSURE COUPLING
10' LEADER HOSE
500' X 3/4" SEWER HOSE 2500 PSI
PIRANHA
DIGITAL HOSE FOOTAGE COUNTER
HYDRAULIC TANK SHUTOFF VALVES
RODDER PUMP DRAIN VALVES
ROTATING HOSE REEL 3/4" X 500'
CAPACITY 180 DEG. ROTATION
TACHOMETER / CHASSIS ENGINE W/
HOUR METER
WATER PUMP HOUR METER
PTO HOUR METER
HYDRAULIC OIL TEMP ALARM
TACHOMETER / BLOWER W/ HOUR
METER
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
LED LIGHTS CLEARANCE BACKUP STOP
TAIL & TURN
TOW HOOKS REAR
ELECTRONIC BACK-UP ALARM
6" VACUUM PIPE PACKAGE
EMERGENCY FLARE KIT
FIRE EXTINGUISHER 5 LBS.
VACTOR LOGOS - APPLIED
OPTIONAL ITEMS INCLUDED:
BELLYPACK WIRELESS CONTROLS
INCLUDING HOSE REEL CONTROLS
ROTATABLE BOOM INLET HOSE
180 DEG. 5FT TELESCOPING BOOM
BODY WASHOUT
ADDITIONAL WATER AND DEBRIS
TANKS JOINED
CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS (CYCLONES)
REAR DOOR SPLASH SHIELD
BLOWER HIGH TEMPERATURE
SHUTDOWN
DIGITAL DEBRIS BODY LEVEL
INDICATOR TIED TO VACUUM RELIEF
6" REAR DOOR KNIFE VALVE
W/CAMLOC 6:00 POSITION
PINCH ROLLER
HIGH PRESSURE HOSE REEL
HOSE WIND GUIDE - AUTO- NONINDEXING
HOSE REEL WRAPPED FOR DELIVERY
DIGITAL WATER LEVEL INDICATOR
HYDRO EXCAVATION KIT - INCLUDES
LANCES W/ SHIELD NOZZLES
STORAGE TRAY AND VACUUM TUBE
FINAL FILTER AND SILENCER BALL
VALVE DRAINS
AMBER LIGHTS FOR FLASHING LIGHT
PACKAGE
(2) SAFETY CONE STORAGE RACK -
POST STYLE
6 LIGHT PACKAGE 6 FEDERAL SIGNAL
STROBE LIGHTS LED
WORKLIGHTS (2) BOOM
WORKLIGHTS (2) REAR DOOR
WORKLIGHTS (2) DRIVER &
PASSENGER SIDE LED
WORKLIGHT MANHOLE
CAMERA SYSTEM FRONT AND REAR
FRONT BUMPER TOOLBOX W/LED
SIDE MARKERS
LONG HANDLE TOOL STORAGE
LIGHT PACKAGE TO INCLUDE LED
LIGHTBAR, ARROW LED TRAFFIC
ADVISOR AND LED STROBES
UNIT PRICE $ 546,999.00
SOURCEWELL DISCOUNT: ($ - 8,499.00)
SOURCEWELL SUBTOTAL: $ 538,500.00
SALES TAX (10.500%): $ 56,542.50
TOTAL PRICE F.O.B. MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754: $ 595,042.50
THE PROPERTY HEREIN IS GUARANTEED BY MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY ONLY AND SELLER MAKES NO
WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OTHERWISE, OR OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, THAT EXTENDS BEYOND THE ABOVE DESCRIPTION OF THE EQUIPMENT.
NOTE: PRICE IS GOOD FOR 30 DAYS. COST INCREASES DUE TO THE ADDITION OF GOVERNMENT MANDATED SAFETY OR ENVIRONMENTAL DEVICES INCURRED AFTER THE DATE OF THIS PROPOSAL WILL BE CHARGED TO YOU AT OUR COST.
PROOF OF SUCH COSTS, IF ANY, WILL BE DOCUMENTED.
TAXES: ANY SALES TAX SHOWN IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. SALES TAX WILL BE CALCULATED AND CHARGED BASED ON CURRENT RATES FOR THE LOCATION OF THE SALE AT TIME OF INVOICE. FEDERAL EXCISE TAXES, IF APPLICABLE, WILL REQUIRE PAYMENT UNLESS A PROPERLY EXECUTED EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE IS SUBMITTED.
DELIVERY: TO BE DETERMINED . TERMS: NET TERMS OR APPROVED FINANCING .
WE APPRECIATE THE OPPORTUNITY TO PRESENT THIS PROPOSAL AND LOOK FORWARD TO BEING OF FURTHER AND CONTINUED SERVICE.
HAAKER EQUIPMENT COMPANY ACCEPTED BY:
BY: Chuy Vallejo DATE:
JOSE “CHUY” VALLEJO
PARTS/SERVICE/OUTSIDE SALES MGR.
City Council Staff Report
Date: August 5, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.G.
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Shawn Igoe, Public Works Director
Subject: Library Elevator Modernization – Award of Contract Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a public works contract, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with Maverick Elevator Service CA LLC, in the amount of $175,173.00 for the Library Elevator Modernization, Specification No. 2026-004;
2. Authorizing the Public Works Director to approve change orders in an amount not to exceed $17,517 (10%) over the total contract amount; and
3. 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).
Executive Summary:
Per Resolution No. 2026-R43, the Public Works Director (“Director”) solicited bids for the Library Elevator Modernization Project, Capital Improvement Project No. 95038 (the “Project”).
The Project’s public bid opening was on July 7, 2026, and two bids were received: Maverick Elevator Service CA LLC and AZTech Elevator Company.
The Director recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a public works contract with Maverick Elevator Service CA LLC (“Maverick”), the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, for the Library Elevator Modernization Project in the amount of $175,173.00 plus $17,517 contingency.
Background:
The City’s FY2026-27 budget includes the Project. This includes the replacement of the controller, door equipment, push button fixtures, and pump unit of the Monterey Park
Bruggemeyer Library Elevator and all related work on file with the City’s Public Works Department.
The Project’s public bid opening for the Library Elevator Modernization Project was held on July 7, 2026, and it included the following two bids:
RANK BIDDER BASE BID
AMOUNT
1 Maverick $175,173.00
2 AZTech Elevator Company $268,880.00
The bid submitted by Maverick is the lowest responsive bid from a responsible bidder.
Maverick’s contractor license was verified with the California State Contractor’s License Board to be current, active, and in good standing. Registration with the California Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) was verified. Staff also checked the contractor’s references and received positive feedback. Additionally, the contractor submitted all required bid documents.
It is recommended that the City Council award the Project to Maverick for a total of $192,690.00, including a base contract amount of $175,173.00 plus a contingency of $17,517.
Strategic Plan Goal:
The modernization of the Bruggemeyer Library Elevator supports the City’s goal to continue public facility improvements by extending the life of the current elevator. This project will improve the efficiency of the Library Elevator to support the current and future needs of our City and community.
Fiscal Impact:
Funds for this Project have been budgeted in Capital Improvement Project (CIP) No. 95038 using the Library Building Forward Grant Fund 360. There are sufficient funds in the FY 26-27 budget award the proposed contract.
Attachments:
1. Maverick Elevator Services Ca LLC. Bid Proposal
Staff Report
July 1, 2026
ATTACHMENT 1
Maverick Elevator Services Ca LLC. Bid Proposal
City Council Staff Report
Date: August 5, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.H.
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Shawn Igoe, Public Works Director
Subject: Amendment to Agreement No. 2520-A, with SA Associates concerning the Garvey Sewer Improvements Project Construction Inspection Services Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Authorizing the City Manager to execute an Amendment to Agreement No. 2520-A a form approved by the City Attorney, with SA Associates, to provide additional construction inspection services for an additional amount of $60,000, increasing the total contract amount to an amount not to exceed $140,000;
2. Taking such additional, related action that may be desirable.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
The proposed action approves an amendment to an existing professional services agreement for additional construction inspection services for the Garvey Sewer Improvements Project.
The amendment does not modify the scope of the underlying project or authorize additional physical improvements. The underlying project is categorically exempt from CEQA under the Class 1 exemption for Existing Facilities. (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 15301.) Because the amendment is limited to additional professional services for the exempt project and does not change the scope or environmental effects of the approved work, no additional CEQA review is required.
Executive Summary:
Capital Improvement Project (“CIP”) No. 99027 – Sewer Repairs at Various Locations Project covers repairs of sewer locations citywide. The proposed project is for the installation of an 18” sewer relief line on Garvey Avenue from Chandler Avenue to Ynez Avenue. The project was awarded to GRBCON, Inc. on July 16, 2025. The project encountered various unforeseen conditions that resulted in delays in the completion of the project. The Public Works Director (“Director”) recommends executing an agreement amendment in a form approved by the City Attorney, with SA Associates, for a not to exceed amount of $140,000 for construction inspection services.
Background:
The City Council awarded the Project construction agreement to GRBCON, Inc on July 16, 2025. Prior to the start of the project, the City encountered a sinkhole on S. Atlantic Boulevard resulting from the failure of existing storm drainpipes. The failed storm drainpipe was corrugated steel pipe that had rusted and collapsed. To expedite the repair of the damaged pipe, the Director of Public Works requested a change order from GRBCON to perform the necessary repairs which also require inspection services from SA Associates. This resulted in a delay of the start of the project. In addition, to eliminate any impact to Garvey Avenue prior to the holidays and start of the Lunar New Year festivities, the project start date on Garvey Avenue was delayed.
Once the project began, it faced various challenges due to unforeseen conditions, requiring pipe re-alignment, the addition of a new manhole, coordination with the L.A. County Sanitation District to revise the plans, major shoring modifications for the thirty-foot-deep manhole construction and requiring the modification to existing storm drain system that interfered with the proposed new sewer line. In addition, the crews worked 4 nights a week to reduce the impact on the nearby school and businesses, resulting in further delay to the project. As a result, the project duration increased, requiring additional construction inspection services from SA Associates.
The Director requested a revised proposal from SA Associates for additional inspection services. SA Associates provided a proposal for the requested services for an additional amount not to exceed $60,000.
Because the proposed amendment increases the total compensation under the professional services agreement to $140,000, City Council approval is required pursuant to Monterey Park Municipal Code §§ 3.20.090 and 3.90.050.
It is recommended that the City Council approve the amendment to the SA Associates agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney, to increase the contract amount by $60,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $140,000.
Strategic Plan Goal:
This Project meets the City’s goal to maintain, build and modernize infrastructure and facilities to support the current and future needs of our City and community as it aims to improve conditions of the sewer system and eliminate hydraulic capacity deficiencies.
Fiscal Impact:
The FY 26-27 budget includes funding for CIP 99027 – Garvey Avenue Sewer Improvements.
The proposed agreement amendment with SA Associates will bring the new not to exceed amount to $140,000. This includes the original agreement of $80,000 plus additional services of $60,000. Available project funds will be used to cover the increased costs for this project.
Attachments:
1. SA Associates Proposal
Staff Report
August 5, 2026
ATTACHMENT 1
SA Associates Proposal
1130 W. Huntington Drive, Unit 12, Arcadia, CA 91007 TEL 626.821.3456 FAX 626.445.1461 July 22, 2026
Ziad Mazboudi
Interim City Engineer
City of Monterey Park
320 W. Newmark Avenue
Monterey Park, CA 91754
Subject: Proposal for Additional Construction Inspection Services for Sewer Main Improvements along Garvey Avenue, Project No. 2020-002
Dear Ziad:
In accordance with your request, we are pleased to submit our proposal to provide Additional Construction Inspection Services for Sewer Main Improvement along Garvey Avenue from Chandler Avenue to Ynez Avenue. Our current Purchase Order No. 22600437-00 FY 2026 is for $80,000. This amount for work until June 30, 2026 has been expended
The construction started on February 18, 2026 and was anticipated to last 40 working days or 8 weeks, to approximately mid-April..
The original contract allotted 40 working days for the completion of the project. The timeline has extended significantly past this baseline due to deviations, submittal omissions, and quality control deficiencies.
Throughout this period, SA Associates has actively intervened in our capacity as construction support and quality assurance to coordinate resolutions with the City, and protect the integrity of the infrastructure.
The primary factors contributing to the extended schedule and increased resource allocation are detailed below:
1. Pipe Alignment Modification:
The designated pipe alignment was altered. SA Associates identified this change in the field and brought it to the attention of the City, requiring subsequent coordination meetings and formal RFI resolutions to correct the alignment.
2. Addition of Unplanned Manhole:
The contractor requested the installation of an additional manhole along the sewer line. This addition represented a substantial scope increase beyond the original design, directly expanding the physical work required and adding to the project's working days.
3. Shoring Plan Submittals:
Required shoring plans to the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts delayed excavation activities and necessitated extensive follow-up and coordination.
4. Quality Control and Compliance Deficiencies:
Multiple deficiencies were identified by the inspection team. These omissions required SA Associates to issue corrective notices and attend multiple resolution meetings with the City.
The cumulative effect of these delays and quality compliance issues required extensive oversight, meeting attendance, and technical intervention by SA Associates. Consequently, these unforeseen complications directly expanded the level of construction support and inspection effort required well beyond the baseline 40-day schedule.
Based on the current schedule from the Contractor, the work in anticipated to be completed by the end of August. There is also some nighttime work required for the sewer construction.
City of Monterey Park
Proposal for Additional Construction Inspection Services for Sewer Main Improvements along Garvey Avenue, Project No. 2020-002
July 22, 2026
Based on the above, our fee to provide additional construction inspection will not exceed $60,000. No overtime or weekend work is included. We will use the same rates as submitted in our proposal of October 31, 2025. A breakdown of the fee is included on the following page.
Thank you. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Shahnawaz Ahmad, P.E.
Project Manager
City of Monterey Park
Proposal for Additional Construction Inspection Services for Sewer Main Improvements along Garvey Avenue, Project No. 2020-002
July 22, 2026
FEE BREAKDOWN
Position No. of
Hours Fee
Project Manager 12 $2,940.00
Construction Inspector (Regular Time) 320 $48,000.00
Construction Inspector (Nighttime) 32 $5,760.00
Secretary 12 $1,260.00
Direct Costs $359.00
TOTAL NOT-TO-EXCEED FEE $60,000.00
HOURLY CHARGE RATE AND EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT SCHEDULE
Position Hourly Rates
Project Manager $245.00
Construction Inspector (Regular Time) $150.00
Construction Inspector (Nighttime) $180.00
Secretary $105.00
Reimbursable In-House Costs
Photocopies $0.15/each
Blueprints (24 x 36 drawings) $3.00 each
Vehicle mileage between engineer’s office and project site and/or client
offices will be at
$0.70/mile
Other Reimbursables
Reproduction/special photography, printing, and any other services performed by subcontractor will be billed at cost + 15% Postage, Delivery Service, Express Mail cost + 15%
City Council Staff Report
Date: August 5, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 10.I.
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Diana Garcia, Assistant City Manager
Subject: National Back-to-School Month Resolution (As Requested by Mayor Pro Tem 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 Mayor Pro Tem Sanchez.
Background:
N/A
Strategic Plan Goal:
N/A
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact associated with adopting this resolution.
Attachments:
1. Back-to-School Month Resolution
Staff Report
August 5, 2026
ATTACHMENT 1
Resolution
Resolution No.
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONTEREY
PARK, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING AND RECOGNIZING THE MONTH
OF AUGUST 2026 AS NATIONAL BACK-TO-SCHOOL MONTH
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Monterey Park as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council finds as follows:
A. August marks the beginning of a new academic year for millions of students across the United States and has been recognized as National Back-to-School Month since the 1960s.
B. National Back-to-School Month is a time for families and caregivers across the nation to prepare their children for the upcoming school year and ensure they are equipped with the necessary supplies, knowledge, and mindset to start the school year successfully.
C. National Back-to-School Month highlights the importance of a smooth transition from summer break to the classroom and encourages families, caregivers, and students to set new routines and focus on everyone’s safety and mental well-being.
D. It is important that families and caregivers prioritize their children’s mental health to ensure a seamless transition back to school. Families and caregivers are encouraged to open communication and incorporate positive reinforcement.
E. Public schools in the City of Monterey Park are served by the Alhambra, Garvey, Los Angeles, and Montebello school districts. Monterey Park is also home to numerous private schools as well as East Los Angeles College.
F. The Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library provides excellent resources to ensure students, parents, caregivers, and teachers have a successful school year.
Available resources include online tutoring, databases, e-books, and websites.
More information can be found on the Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library’s website at https://www.montereypark.ca.gov/282/Children.
G. The Monterey Park City Council encourages all students to have a successful school year by taking on new challenges, making meaningful connections with their peers, and sharpening their skills to become even better learners and hereby proclaims August 2026 as National Back-to-School Month.
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.
Resolution No.
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 5th day of August, 2026.
________________________________
Henry Lo, Mayor
Attest:
__________________________
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk
City Council Staff Report
Date: August 5, 2026
Agenda Item Number: 11.A.
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Timothy Hou, Director of Community Development
Eliana Munoz, Senior Planner
Subject: A public hearing to consider an ordinance approving Amended Development Agreement No. 2261-AA (DA-26-01) and a resolution approving Tentative Map No. 26-05 (County Map No. 82800) for a mixed-use development consisting of 169 residential units and approximately 16,300 square feet of commercial/retail space located at 114 E. Garvey Avenue
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1. Opening the public hearing;
2. Receiving documentary and testimonial evidence;
3. Closing the public hearing;
4. After considering the evidence received during the public hearing: introducing and waiving the first reading of an ordinance approving Amended Development Agreement No. 2261-AA (DA-26-01); and adopting a resolution approving Tentative Map (TM) No. 26-05 (County Map No. 82800); and
5. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act):
The request includes the construction of a seven-story, mixed-use development consisting of 169 rental residential units and approximately 16,300 square feet of commercial/retail tenant space (the “Project”). Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq. “CEQA”) and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal. Code of Regs. §§ 15000, et seq., the “CEQA Guidelines”), the City has reviewed the Project and determined that the Project is exempt from CEQA under Public Resources Code § 21080.66 and that the Project satisfies the requirements of that section. If approved, the City will file a Notice of Exemption (Attachment 3) as required under Public Resources Code §§ 21008, 21152 for the Project. Accordingly, no environmental impact report, negative declaration, or mitigated negative declaration is required for the Project.
Public Resources Code § 21080.66, enacted by Assembly Bill (“AB”) 130, exempts qualifying
housing development projects from CEQA if they satisfy specified criteria. Because the Project qualifies for this statutory exemption, technical studies otherwise associated with CEQA review, such as air quality and noise analyses, were not required. A traffic study was nevertheless prepared for the Project and is discussed later in this report.
To qualify for the streamlining exemption under Public Resources Code § 21080.66, a project must satisfy statutory requirements. The Applicant submitted an AB 130 Eligibility Checklist (Attachment 4), and staff determined that the Project satisfies those eligibility requirements, including project size, urbanized location, infill status, absence of statutory exclusion areas, and the lack of any historic structure demolition.
AB 130 also requires consultation with California Native American tribes that are traditionally and culturally affiliated with the Project Site. City staff conducted tribal consultation in accordance with the statute and incorporated tribal cultural resource conditions into the Project’s Conditions of Approval at the request of one of the consulted tribes (Conditions of Approval 28-33).
Finally, AB 130 requires a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (“ESA”). The Applicant submitted a Phase I ESA for the Project (Attachment 5) which staff reviewed and accepted.
Consistent with California law, any recognized environmental conditions identified in the Phase I ESA must be remediated or otherwise addressed before issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
Executive Summary:
Rykadan 005, LLC (the “Applicant”) requests approval of Amended Development Agreement (“DA”) No. 2261-AA, to amend the Development Agreement approved by the City Council in 2021 and approval of a Tentative Map. The proposed Amended Development Agreement (DA26-01) would facilitate the construction of a seven-story, mixed-use development consisting of 169 rental residential units and approximately 16,300 square feet of commercial/retail tenant space. The Project is located at the southeast corner of E. Garvey Avenue and S. Garfield Avenue and includes five addresses (114 E. Garvey Avenue and 100, 120, 150, and 200 S.
Garfield Avenue) and six Assessor Parcel Numbers (5257-015-001, 002, 003, 004, 005, and 035), collectively referred to as 114 E. Garvey Avenue (the “Project Site”). Compared to the 2021 approval, the Amended Development Agreement increases the residential uses, decreases the area dedicated to commercial uses; modifies parking and open space; and includes additional public benefits, including separate $200,000 contributions to the City's Affordable Housing Fund and Parks Master Plan Facilities Fund.
TYPE OF ACTION (LEGISLATIVE AND QUASI-JUDICIAL)
Legislative: The recommended action includes an Ordinance to approve Amended Development Agreement No. 2261-AA in which the City Council acts in its discretionary legislative capacity. Pursuant to Government Code § 65867.5, to approve the Amended Development Agreement, the City Council must find that the:
• Provisions of the Agreement are consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; and
• Agreement provides that any tentative map prepared for the subdivision will comply with Government Code § 66473.7.
Quasi-Judicial: The recommended action includes a resolution approving a Tentative Map. In considering such actions, the City Council acts in a quasi-judicial role. In that capacity, the City Council applies the applicable law to the facts contained in the administrative record.
Accordingly, the City Council can only consider facts that are relevant to the case. A party appearing before the legislative body is entitled to:
• Notice of the proposed action;
• Reasons for the action;
• A copy of the evidence on which the action is based; and • The right to respond before a reasonably impartial, non-involved reviewer.
The City Council must base its decision on substantial evidence within the record. “Substantial evidence” includes facts, reasonable assumptions supported by facts, and expert opinion supported by facts. Argument, speculation, unsubstantiated opinion or narrative, evidence which is clearly erroneous or inaccurate, or evidence of social or economic impacts does not constitute substantial evidence. If the City Council relies on information outside the record or on matters that do not constitute substantial evidence, a court may invalidate the Council’s decision.
To approve the Tentative Map, the City Council must find that the Project meets the findings required by Monterey Park Municipal Code (“MPMC”) § 20.04.070 that:
A. The Project is consistent with the Monterey Park General Plan; B. The Project is consistent with the applicable planned development; C. The Project is consistent with the provisions of the MPMC; D. The Project is in the interest of public health and safety; and E. The Project is a necessary prerequisite to the orderly development of the surrounding area.
These findings are included in the attached Resolution (Attachment 2); the facts upon which these findings rely are also included within the administrative record. The facts to make such findings are based upon substantial evidence presented during the City Council public hearing on August 5, 2026.
Background:
The Project Site has been the subject of several redevelopment proposals over the past two decades. Following the bankruptcy of the prior developer, the Applicant acquired the property in 2018 and obtained City Council approval on October 6, 2021 for a six-story mixed-use development pursuant to DA No. 2261-AA (Attachment 6). Although the developer initially indicated that construction would begin in 2022, no building permits were obtained before the adoption of the 2022 California Building Standards Codes, requiring the project to comply with updated regulations. Beginning in 2023, the developer sought to modify the approved project, citing changing economic conditions and construction costs. The City determined that the proposed revisions constitute substantial modifications requiring City Council review and approval.
On December 18, 2024, the City Council received a compliance review update regarding the status of the approved project and the Applicant's proposed modifications (Attachment 7).
That staff report provides a detailed discussion of the project's entitlement history, compliance status, and the basis for requiring City Council consideration of any substantial amendments to the approved project.
The Applicant is requesting approval of Amended Development Agreement No. 26-01, i.e., an amendment to DA No. 2261-AA, and approval of TM No. 26-05 (County Map No. 82800) to consolidate the existing parcels into a single legal parcel.
The Applicant proposes to amend the previously approved project by increasing the residential uses, decreasing the commercial uses, modifying parking and other development requirements, and updating the design.
The previously entitled project consisted of a mixed-use building with three subterranean parking levels and six above-grade levels, containing 151 residential units, approximately 43,000 square feet of commercial space, and 509 parking spaces. The building had an overall height of approximately 74 feet.
As revised, the Project proposes a seven-story mixed-use development consisting of 169 rental residential units, approximately 16,300 square feet of ground-floor commercial/retail space, and 343 parking spaces. The revised design eliminates the previously proposed subterranean parking levels while maintaining an approximate height of 74 feet.
The Project Site is located within the Central Business Commercial (C-B) Zone and within the eligible Planned Development (P-D) and Business Recovery Development Agreement Zone (BRDZ) overlays. The Project Site is also located within the Garvey/Garfield Specific Plan.
Under the General Plan Land Use and Urban Design Element (LUE), the Project Site is designated as Mixed Use.
The Project Site is a vacant 2.19-acre (approximately 95,428-square-foot) parcel located at the southeast corner of E. Garvey Avenue and S. Garfield Avenue. The site is surrounded by commercial developments and uses to the north and south, a hotel and other commercial uses to the east, and a bank and commercial uses to the west (see Figure 1).
Figure 1: Project Site Aerial - 114 E. Garvey Avenue
Figure 2: Vicinity Map - 114 E. Garvey Avenue
SITE AND ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
The Project is a mixed-use development consisting of a seven-story building with a height of approximately 74 feet, built at-grade with 169 residential rental units and approximately 16,300 square feet of ground-floor commercial/retail space fronting E. Garvey Avenue and S. Garfield Avenue. The residential component occupies levels three through seven and includes a mix of one- and two-bedroom units.
A prominent public plaza is proposed at the Project's northwest corner, adjacent to the intersection of E. Garvey Avenue and S. Garfield Avenue. Designed as a community gathering space, the plaza will feature decorative paving, enhanced pedestrian lighting, and accent seating to create an inviting and active space. The plaza will remain open to the public during business hours.
The Project also includes sidewalk improvements along both E. Garvey Avenue and S.
Garfield Avenue. Existing five-foot-wide sidewalks will be widened to approximately 12 to 15 feet and enhanced with landscaping, trees, and an upgraded bus stop shelter.
Architecture
The Project incorporates a contemporary architectural style characteristic of newer construction. The building elevations are articulated through varied massing, design elements, and the integration of decorative materials that reinforce the modern architectural theme.
Exterior features include a palette of organic-toned stucco finishes complemented by
decorative materials such as aluminum composite metal, glass and metal railings, wood-like vertical screening, and brick veneer.
Parking and Driveways
The Project provides a total of 343 parking spaces located on levels one through three. Based on the applicable MPMC requirements, the Project would be required to provide approximately 434 parking spaces to accommodate the commercial, residential, and visitor parking demand.
As proposed, the Project results in a parking reduction of 91 spaces.
To address this parking reduction, the Project prepared a shared parking analysis (Attachment 8) that evaluated the anticipated parking demand for the proposed uses. The analysis estimated a peak shared parking demand of 402 spaces. The analysis also incorporates an unbundled parking strategy, as permitted by the Code, in which parking spaces are leased separately from residential and commercial units. The analysis concludes that the unbundled parking strategy reduces overall parking demand based on the supporting parking studies.
Based on the shared parking analysis and the demand reductions associated with the unbundled parking strategy, the analysis concludes that the Project’s peak shared parking demand would be 343 spaces, consisting of 270 spaces for residential use and 73 spaces for commercial and guest parking. This demand is consistent with the 343 parking spaces proposed for the Project.
The parking structure provides access points along S. Garvey Avenue and E. Garfield Avenue, opposite Roselyn Place. Both driveways provide ingress for residents, commercial users, and visitors. Internal circulation within the ground-floor parking area allows vehicles to access and depart through either driveway.
Additionally, the City Engineer noted that the Project proposes a double left-turn pocket lane on S. Garfield Avenue to facilitate northbound left-turn access to Roselyn Place and southbound left-turn access into the Project site from S. Garfield Avenue. The City Engineer further indicated that, if conditions along S. Garfield Avenue or at the Roselyn Place intersection change before approval of the street improvement plans, the Applicant must revise the street improvement plans, including striping, to reflect those changed conditions, subject to approval of the City Engineer.
Residential Open Space
The Project provides several areas dedicated to open space for the enjoyment of its residents.
On level two, the Project provides an area that may be used as a karaoke lounge and theater, a game room, an outdoor lounge, and a small gym with a men’s and women’s locker room. A fitness room is proposed on level three, and on level four, the Project provides a club room, a co-working space, and a 13,200 square feet amenity deck area. The amenity deck includes a spa, landscaping, seating areas, a fire pit, pergolas, a BBQ area, dining tables, raised planters, and string lighting.
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
The Project satisfies all requirements for DA approval, including consistency with the General Plan as discussed in the draft Ordinance (Attachment 1). Pursuant to MPMC § 21.44.020(B),
a DA, in a form approved by the City Attorney, is required for all residential developments containing 10 or more dwelling units.
As part of the proposed Amended Development Agreement, the Applicant has committed to providing several public benefits, including:
• A major public gathering space and plaza at the Project's central entrance along Garfield Avenue.
• Participation in funding the City's transit programs, including Spirit Bus and MPK Transit Express.
• A $200,000 contribution to the City's Affordable Housing Trust Fund. • A $200,000 contribution to the City's Parks Master Plan Facilities Fund.
In addition to these and other public benefits, the Amended Development Agreement includes provisions requiring an annual review to evaluate whether the Developer is acting in good-faith compliance with the term of the DA throughout its five-year term. The Amended Development Agreement also establishes the parties' respective rights and obligations, including the applicable development standards, public benefits, and implementation requirements for the Project. It also is consistent with the General Plan by providing clear development standards and facilitating housing in mixed-use areas.
TENTATIVE MAP
The Project Site currently consists of six parcels totaling approximately 95,402 square feet (2.19 acres). The Applicant requests approval of Tentative Map No. 26-05 (County Map No. 82800) to merge the six parcels into a single parcel. As proposed, the Tentative Map is consistent with the Monterey Park Municipal Code (MPMC) and the General Plan.
The Tentative Map and associated plans were reviewed by the Public Works Department and other applicable agencies, which have recommended conditions of approval. Pursuant to MPMC Chapter 20.10, the Applicant must submit a final map within 24 months of approval of the Tentative Map. The final map will be reviewed to ensure substantial conformance with the approved Tentative Map and compliance with the Conditions of Approval prior to recordation.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
The Applicant conducted one community outreach meeting for the Project on April 28, 2026, at Luminarias Restaurant and Event Center. Notice of the meeting was mailed to property owners within a 500-foot radius of the Project Site. Based on the submitted sign-in sheets (Attachment 9), 34 individuals signed in. According to the Applicant, approximately 60 people attended the meeting because an option to attend via Zoom was also offered. The meeting included a presentation of the proposed Project design and planned amenities, with an emphasis on activating the prominent intersection of Garvey and Garfield Avenues. According to the Applicant, most of the attendees they interacted with expressed general support for the Project.
LEGAL NOTIFICATION
The legal notice of this hearing was published in the Monterey Park Press on July 23, 2026, with affidavits of posting on file. The legal notice was also posted at City Hall, Monterey Park Bruggemeyer Library, and Langley Center, and mailed to property owners within a 500-foot radius of the Project Site in accordance with Government Code §§ 65090 and 65091.
Strategic Plan Goal:
The Project supports the 2026-27 Strategic Plan Goal to “Strengthen our local economy and enhance housing opportunities” by advancing goals and programs set forth in the City’s General Plan, reducing barriers to encourage housing development, and supporting economic growth in the City.
Fiscal Impact:
Approval of the Project may increase City revenues through higher property tax, sales tax, business license tax, and development-related fee revenues associated with the construction, occupancy, and operation of the commercial/retail spaces. In addition, pursuant to the Development Agreement, the Applicant will contribute $200,000 to the City's Affordable Housing Trust Fund and $200,000 to the City's Parks Master Plan Facilities Fund. The Project’s precise fiscal impact is unknown and cannot be reliably quantified at this time.
Attachments:
1. Draft Ordinance Approving DA-26-01 (Amendment to DA No. 2261-AA)
2. Resolution Approving TM No. 26-05
3. Draft Notice of Exemption
4. AB 130 Analysis and Compliance Checklist
5. Phase I Environmental Site Assessment
6. October 6, 2021, Project Approval (without attachments)
7. December 18, 2024, Compliance Review (without attachments)
8. Transportation Study
9. Community Outreach
10. Architectural Plans
ATTACHMENT 1
Draft Ordinance Approving DA-26-01
(Amended DA No. 2261-AA)
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AMENDED DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT NO. 2261-AA (DA-26-01) BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF MONTEREY PARK AND RYKADAN 005, LLC, FOR A PROPOSED
SEVEN-STORY MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT CONSISTING OF 169
RESIDENTIAL UNITS AND APPROXIMATELY 16,300 SQUARE FEET
OF COMMERCIAL/RETAIL SPACE GENERALLY LOCATED AT 114 E.
GARVEY AVENUE
The City Council of the City of Monterey Park does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council finds and declares that:
A. In October 2021, RYKADAN 005, LLC (“Applicant/Developer”) obtained City Council approval for a development pursuant to Development Agreement (DA) No. 2261-AA. Beginning in 2023, the Developer sought to modify the approved project, citing changing economic conditions and construction costs. The City determined that the proposed revisions constitute substantial modifications requiring City Council review and approval.
B. The Developer requests to enter into Amended Development Agreement DA No. 26-01 with the City (the "Development Agreement"), which would amend DA No. 2261-AA, attached to this Ordinance as Exhibit "A" and incorporated herein by this reference.
C. The Development Agreement authorizes the development of a seven-story mixed-use development consisting of 169 residential units and approximately 16,300 square feet of ground-floor commercial/retail space (the "Project"). The Project is located at the southeast corner of East Garvey Avenue and South Garfield Avenue and includes five addresses (114 E.
Garvey Avenue and 100, 120, 150, and 200 S. Garfield Avenue) and six Assessor Parcel Numbers (5257-015-001, 002, 003, 004, 005, and 035), collectively referred to as (the "Project Site").
D. The City Planner reviewed the Project and noticed a public hearing regarding the proposed Project, before the City Council on August 5, 2026.
Notice of the hearing was duly given as required by law.
E. On August 5, 2026, the City Council held a public hearing to receive public testimony and other evidence regarding the proposed Project, including, without limitation, information provided by staff and public testimony and other evidence.
F. This Ordinance and its findings are made based on the evidence presented to the City Council at its August 5, 2026, hearing, including, without
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limitation, the staff report submitted by the City Planner, the administrative record, and all written and oral evidence received by the City Council.
SECTION 2: Findings. Pursuant to Government Code § 65867.5, the City Council finds the following:
A. The Development Agreement is consistent with the General Plan of the City of Monterey Park. The Development Agreement furthers the goals of the General Plan and is in the interest of the general community in that the Development Agreement will facilitate the development of the Project Site, which is currently vacant, which is consistent with the following Land Use and Urban Design Element (LUE) and Housing Element (HE) policies:
1. LUE Policy 2.1 – to provide flexible and clear development standards to allow commercial, professional, industrial, institutional, and hospitality businesses and uses to expand and thrive economically.
2. LUE Policy 3.4 – to strategically facilitate multi-unit housing opportunities in proximity to transit facilities, mixed-use areas, and employment and education centers.
3. HE Policy 3.1 – to encourage a wide range of housing types, prices, and ownership forms.
4. HE Policy 3.5 – to facilitate development of mixed-use residential projects in areas designated for mixed-use near the Central Business District, and along North Atlantic Boulevard, East Garvey Avenue, and Pomona Boulevard.
B. The Development Agreement also provides certainty in planning and construction and as orderly development, while providing assurance to the Applicant that it may construct the Project.
SECTION 3: Environmental Review. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq. “CEQA”) and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal. Code of Regs. §§ 15000, et seq., the “CEQA Guidelines”), the City has reviewed the proposed Project and determined that no additional environmental review is required for the Project pursuant to Public Resources Code § 21080.66. The City has further determined that the Project satisfies the eligibility requirements of that section. Based on this analysis, a Notice of Exemption as required under Public Resources Code §§ 21008 and 21152, will be filed for the Project.
SECTION 4: General Plan and Zoning. The Project is consistent with the Monterey Park General Plan, as discussed in Section 2. The Project also complies with the Monterey Park Municipal Code (MPMC), as the Project Site is located within a Planned Development (P-D) Overlay District, which permits mixed use development.
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SECTION 5: Public Benefits. The Development Agreement provides for public benefits including, without limitation:
A. A major public gathering space and plaza at the Project's central entrance along Garfield Avenue;
B. Participation in funding the City's transit programs, including Spirit Bus and MPK Transit Express;
C. A $200,000 contribution to the City's Affordable Housing Trust Fund; D. A $200,000 contribution to the City's Parks Master Plan Facilities Fund.
SECTION 6: Incorporation of Development Agreement; Changes; Execution. In accordance with Government Code §§ 65864, et seq., this Ordinance approves the Development Agreement in substantially the form attached as Exhibit “A” and incorporated by reference.
A. The Development Agreement may be changed before execution as authorized by the City Council during the public hearings for the Project.
B. The Development Agreement may be changed before execution for minor clarifications and technical or clerical, corrections as approved by the City Attorney, including, without limitation, completion of references, the status of planning approvals, and completion and conformity of all exhibits to the Development Agreement.
C. The City Council authorizes the City Manager to execute the Development Agreement on the City’s behalf in a form approved by the City Attorney.
The City Manager or designee is authorized to execute amendments or operating memoranda as permitted by the Agreement, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
SECTION 7: Delegation of Authority. The City Council delegates to the Community Development Director, or designee, the authority to review and approve the Project's master sign program, signs, murals, and similar design elements, provided the Community Development Director determines that the proposed improvements are consistent with this Ordinance, the Development Agreement, the Approved Development Plan, and the Conditions of Approval.
SECTION 8: Construction. This Ordinance must be broadly construed in order to achieve the purposes stated in this Ordinance. It is the City Council' s intent that the provisions of this Ordinance be interpreted or implemented by the City and others in a manner that facilitates the purposes set forth in this Ordinance.
SECTION 9: Reliance On Record. Each and every one of the findings and determination in this Ordinance are based on the competent and substantial evidence, both oral and
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written, contained in the entire record relating to the project. The findings and determinations constitute the independent findings and determinations of the City Council in all respects and are fully and completely supported by substantial evidence in the record as a whole.
SECTION 10: Summaries of Information. All summaries of information in the findings, which precede this section, are based on the substantial evidence in the record. The absence of any particular fact from any such summary is not an indication that a particular finding is not based in part on that fact.
SECTION 11: Enforceability. This Ordinance does not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any violation occurring before this Ordinance’s effective date.
SECTION 12: Limitations. The City Council’s analysis and evaluation of the Project is based on the best information currently available. It is inevitable that in evaluating a project that absolute and perfect knowledge of all possible aspects of the project will not exist. One of the major limitations on analysis of the project is the City Council’s lack of knowledge of future events. In all instances, best efforts have been made to form accurate assumptions. Somewhat related to this are the limitations on the city’s ability to solve what are in effect regional, state, and national problems and issues. The City must work within the political framework within which it exists and with the limitations inherent in that framework.
SECTION 13: Severability. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 14: Electronic Signatures. This Ordinance 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 15: Publications. The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this Ordinance; make a note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting; and within fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption of this Ordinance, cause it to be published or posted in accordance with California law.
SECTION 16: Recordation. The City Clerk, or designee, is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this Ordinance; cause it to be entered into the City of Monterey Park’s book of original ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting; and, within 15 days after the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and cause it to be published or posted in accordance with California law.
SECTION 17: Effective Date. This Ordinance will become effective 30 days after second reading and adoption. However, this Ordinance shall not be effective unless and until the City Council has adopted a Resolution approving Tentative Map No. 26-05 and the
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Resolution becomes effective. If said Resolution is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction or otherwise do not go into effect for any reason, then this Ordinance shall be null and void and have no further force or effect.
ORDINANCE NO. ___ HAD ITS FIRST READING ON AUGUST 5, 2026, ITS SECOND READING ON ________________, AND WAS DULY PASSED, APPROVED,
AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MONTEREY PARK AT ITS REGULAR MEETING OF ______________________.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this ____ day of _________, 2026.
____________________________
Henry Lo, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Maychelle Yee, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
KARL H. BERGER, CITY ATTORNEY
_________________________________
Joaquin Vazquez, Assistant City Attorney
Exhibit A: Development Agreement XX-XX
16826.1:10087292.2
RECORDING REQUESTED BY
AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:
CITY OF MONTEREY PARK
320 West Newmark Avenue
Monterey Park, CA 91754
Attention: City Clerk
EXEMPT FROM RECORDER’S FEES
Pursuant to Government Code § 6103
(Space Above For Recorder’s Use)
AMENDED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
By And Among
City of Monterey Park
And
RYKADAN 005, LLC
1 AMENDED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
This AMENDED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (this, “Agreement”), effective as of July __, 2026 (the, “Effective Date”), is entered into by and between (1) the CITY OF MONTEREY PARK, a general law city and municipal corporation (“City”), and (2) RYKADAN 005, LLC, a California limited liability company (“Developer”)(collectively, the “Parties”), to amend, modify, and otherwise update the Parties’ October 6, 2021 Development Agreement that was recorded on December 7, 2021 as Instrument No. 20211815457. Specifically:
RECITALS
A. This Agreement is executed with reference to Government Code §§ 65864, et seq. (“Development Agreement Statute”). The Development Agreement Statute authorizes the City to enter into binding development agreements with developers having a legal or equitable interest in real property, establishing certain development rights in such property.
B. Pursuant to the Development Agreement Statute, City adopted regulations implementing the Development Agreement Statute as codified in the Monterey Park Municipal Code (“MPMC”). 1 This Agreement was processed and approved in accordance with the MPMC.
C. Developer owns six legal parcels on approximately 2.19-acres located at the southeast corner of the intersection of Garfield Avenue and Garvey Avenue in City as more specifically described in attached Exhibit “A,” which is incorporated herein by this reference (the “Property”). The Property is unimproved. This Agreement is intended to allow for the development of the Property with the Project as defined in Section 1.16 below and more particularly described in Exhibit “C.” Specifically, the proposed mixed-use development project will include 169 residential units and 16,328 square feet of leasable commercial space (the “Project”). The Project site is primarily vacant but includes a privately owned surface parking lot, which will be removed to construct the Project.
In addition, the commercial uses will be located on the ground floor. Levels 3 through 7 of the building will contain residential uses. The Project will include three levels of on-site parking on the ground floor through third floor, with a total of 343 parking spaces for residential, commercial, and guest use. Resident parking will be secured with a high-speed vehicular gate on Level 2. Last, the Project will provide 22,719 square feet of residential open space.
D. City and Developer previously determined that a development agreement is appropriate for the Project in order to activate the Business Recovery Development Agreement Zone (“BDRZ”). The Property remains within the BRDZ established through the 2021 Development Agreement. The Parties acknowledge that the amended Project is permitted under the existing Planned Development ("P-D") overlay.
2 E. The City Council determined in 2021 and hereby reaffirms that the Project will provide certain public benefits to warrant entering into this Agreement. Those benefits are listed in Section 5.1 of this Amended Agreement. In addition, this Amended Agreement will continue to 1 See MPMC Chapter 21.44. 2 As codified in MPMC Chapter 21.45.
2 facilitate the orderly growth and quality development of the Project in conformance with the goals and policies of the Land Use Element of the General Plan. 3 F. Developer would not proceed with the Project without City’s assurances as setforth in this Amended Agreement. Developer has and will continue to invest substantial money and effort in reliance upon the City’s assurances as set-forth in this Amended Agreement.
Developer acknowledges that the City would not enter into this Amended Agreement without the Developer’s assurances as set-forth herein and the anticipated benefits, as described in Section 5.1, to be provided in connection with development of the Project.
G. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (Pub. Resources Code, § 21000 et seq.) and the CEQA Guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 15000 et seq.), the City has determined that no additional environmental review is required for the Project pursuant to Public Resources Code § 21080.66, and that the Project satisfies the eligibility requirements of that section. A Notice of Exemption will be filed as required by CEQA following the City's approval of the Project.
H. The City Council has given the required notice of its intention to adopt this Amended Agreement and conducted public hearings thereon pursuant to the Development Agreement Statute and MPMC. As required by applicable law, the City Council found the provisions of this Amended Agreement and its purposes are consistent with the goals, policies, standards, and land use designations specified in City’s General Plan and will provide for the orderly development of the Project in accordance with the objectives set forth in the General Plan and the MPMC.
I. On August 5, 2026, the City Council adopted the Approving Ordinance (defined below) approving this Amended Agreement and authorizing its execution. That Ordinance became effective on September 4, 2026. Before approving this Amended Agreement, the City Council made certain findings, as set forth in the Approving Ordinance.
J. The term or duration of this Agreement has a commensurate relationship to the benefit(s) provided to the City.
In consideration of the above Recitals and the mutual covenants set forth herein, the City and Developer further agree as follows:
ARTICLE 1
DEFINITIONS
Unless the contrary is stated or clearly appears from the context, the following definitions will govern the construction of the words and phrases used in this Amended Agreement. Words 3 As adopted pursuant to Measure JJ on November 3, 2020.
3 and phrases not defined in this Section have the meaning set-forth in this Agreement; the MPMC; the Development Agreement Statute; or in common usage.
1.1. “Approving Ordinance” means Ordinance No. XX-XX adopted on August 5, 2026 approving execution of this Amended Agreement.
1.2. “Applicable Rules” means all of the ordinances, rules, regulations and officials policies governing the Project set-forth in Article 3. without limitation, the City’s zoning regulations and building regulations, adopted as of the Effective Date. Among other matters, unless otherwise amended by this Amended Agreement, the Applicable Rules set-forth in Article 3 govern the permitted uses of land, the density or intensity of use, subdivision requirements, setbacks, and development standards, the provision for reservation or dedication of land for public purposes, and the design, improvement and construction guidelines, standards and specifications applicable to the development of the Property.
1.3. “CEQA” means the California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.), and the CEQA Guidelines (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq.).
1.4. “City” means the City of Monterey Park and its successors and assigns.
1.5. “City Council” means the City Council of the City of Monterey Park, its governing body.
1.6. “Developer” means, individually, and “Developers” means, collectively, the Parties who have signed this Amended Agreement as Developer, and, subject to the restrictions on assignment set-forth herein, successor Owners.
1.7. “Development Impact Fees” means fees established and adopted pursuant to the Mitigation Fee Act (Government Code §§ 66000, et seq.) and the MPMC. Development Impact Fees do not mean or include Processing Fees. The Development Impact Fee rates estimated to be paid for the Project are set forth in attached Exhibit “D,” which is incorporated by reference. The final impact fees imposed, unless otherwise provided in this Agreement, will be those in effect at the time of permit issuance.
1.8. “Development Agreement Regulations” means MPMC Chapter 21.44.
1.9. “Development Agreement Statute” means Government Code §§ 65864, et seq.
1.10. “Discretionary Action(s)” or “Discretionary Approval(s)” means a City action requiring the exercise of judgment, deliberation, or discretion on the City’s behalf, including that of any board, agency, commission, officer, or employee in the process of approving or disapproving a particular activity, as distinguished from any ministerial activity which merely
4 requires City to determine whether there has been compliance with statues, ordinances, or regulations.
1.11. “Effective Date” means the effective date of this Amended Agreement and commencement of the Term, which is the date the Approving Ordinance becomes effective under California law.
1.12. “General Plan” means the City of Monterey Park General Plan, as it exists on the Effective Date.
1.13. “Minor Change” means changes, modifications, or adjustments which are consistent with the overall intent of the Project Approvals and which do not materially alter the overall nature, scope, or design of the Project, including without limitation, minor changes in locations of the Project Buildings or infrastructure, relocation of no more than 30% of the total approved leasable Project Building square footage, the construction, realignment of existing, or provision of additional parking spaces within the building envelope of any Parking Areas, and/or the configuration of internal circulation elements. Minor Changes may be approved by staff ministerially at the direction of the City Manager, to the extent permitted under this Agreement applicable law.
1.14. “Party” means, individually, and “Parties” means, collectively, the parties to this Agreement, consisting of City (and its successors and assigns) and the Developer (including, subject to the restrictions on assignment set forth herein, successor Owners).
1.15. “Processing Fees” means all processing fees and charges required by City that are applied uniformly to all construction or development related activity including, without limitation, fees for land use applications, building permit applications, building permits, grading permits, shoring and excavation permits, hauling permits, encroachment permits, demolition permits, subdivision or parcel maps, lot line adjustments, street vacations, inspections, certificates of occupancy, and plan check. Processing Fees does not mean or include Developer Fees.
1.16. “Project” means the mixed-use development project identified as “Celadon,” as approved pursuant to the project approvals and detailed in the Approved Development Plan shown on attached Exhibit “C,” both of which are incorporated herein by this reference.
1.17. “Project Approvals” means City approvals governing the development of the Project, including this Amended Agreement, as provided for in Ordinance XX-XX.
1.18. “Property” means the real property described in attached Exhibit “A,” which is incorporated herein by reference.
1.19. “Subsequent Permits” is defined in Section 4.1.1.
5 1.20. “Uniform Codes” means those Uniform Codes adopted by reference in the MPMC in accordance with Government Code §§ 50022.2, et seq., as required by applicable law including, without limitation, Health and Safety Code § 18944.5 and Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations. The Uniform Codes govern building and construction standards including, without limitation, the building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, grading, sign, and fire standards.
1.21. “Vested Rules” are defined in Section 3.1.
ARTICLE 2
GENERAL PROVISIONS
2.1. Property Subject to This Development Agreement. This Agreement benefits and encumbers the Property. The Property is to be developed with the Project, i.e., the “Celadon” as defined in Section 1.16.
2.2. Term of Agreement. The Term of this Agreement commences upon the Effective Date and continues in full force and effect for five years pursuant to MPMC § 21.44.020(E), unless terminated earlier by its terms (“Term”).
ARTICLE 3
APPLICABLE RULES, REGULATIONS, AND POLICIES
3.1. Vested Rules. “Vested Rules” mean, collectively, the ordinances, resolutions, rules, regulations, requirements, and official policies of City in effect as of the Effective Date that will govern the following, to the extent applicable to the Property: development agreements; permitted uses; density and building intensity; growth control; zoning designations and regulations; subdivision, improvement, grading, landscaping and signage; design, development, improvement, and construction standards and specifications; standards and requirements for public reservations and dedications, public improvements and facilities; transit, parking, open space, employee housing and other residential housing; standards and requirements for processing of Subsequent Permits (as defined in Section 5.1.1); and, the Project Approvals described in Section 3.3. The Vested Rules do not include: (i) Uniform Codes, or changes thereto from time to time; (ii) Development Impact Fees or fee calculation methods; or (iii) fees imposed by other governmental agencies, whether or not collected by the City on behalf of such agencies. Unless provided for as part of the Project herein, various Subsequent Permits, such as tentative subdivision maps, grading permits and other use permits, are or may be required in order to implement the development of the Project under the terms of the Vested Rules. In addition, Subsequent Permits, such as a change in zoning standards, may be desirable due to changes in development products or standards or for other reasons during the Term of this Agreement. This Amended Agreement and the vested right to develop are not intended to preclude changes or additions to the Vested Rules which are mutually acceptable. Developer takes notice pursuant to Government Code § 66020(d) that City is imposing exactions upon the Project in accordance with the Mitigation Fee Act (Government
6 Code § 66000, et seq.). Developer is informed that it may protest exactions in accordance with Government Code § 66020. Developer knowingly and willingly waives any rights it may have under Government Code § 66020 or any other provision of law to protest the imposition of any fees, dedications, reservations, or exactions imposed on the Project as authorized under this Amended Agreement. Uniform Codes. Section 3.1 does not apply to City’s enforcement of the “Uniform Codes” regulating building or construction standards that will apply to the Project at the time City issues building permits.
3.3. Changes to the Vested Rules. All Subsequent Permits will be processed in accordance with the procedures, standards, and requirements set-forth in the Vested Rules, except to the extent changes to the Vested Rules are proposed by the Subsequent Permit. In that case, the processing of the Subsequent Permit is not subject to the Vested Rules. Any approved Subsequent Permit will be incorporated into (and amend or supplement, as appropriate) the Vested Rules upon adoption by City and approval by the affected Developer. If Developer proposes any amendment or addition to the Vested Rules, then the application therefor will clearly indicate such request, and, if the application is approved by City, then City’s action will clearly state the Vested Rules were amended or supplemented. City may consider any such request in its sole discretion. If an amendment or supplement to the Vested Rules is adopted by City other than pursuant to an application by Developer, then it may amend or supplement to the Vested Rules only if the affected Developer approves the same in writing.
3.4. Project Approvals. “Project Approvals” means: (a) this Amended Agreement; (b) the City’s CEQA determination for this Project set forth in Recital G above; (c) the Conditions of Approval attached as Exhibit “B”; and (d) any amendments or additions to the Project Approvals and any Subsequent Permits (as defined in Section 4.1.1), which are subsequently issued by City and approved by Developer for the Project or any portion thereof, in accordance with the procedures described in Section 3.1. The Project Approvals are included in the Vested Rules. The permitted uses, the density or intensity of use, the zoning, the maximum height and size of buildings, the provisions for reservation and dedication of land and the subdivision requirements for the Project are set forth in Exhibit “C,” as supplemented by Subsequent Permits issued in conformance with the Vested Rules, if necessary. The Conditions of Approval set forth in Exhibit "B" establish the operational, engineering, and other requirements applicable to development of the Project.
3.5. Vested Right to Develop. During the Term of this Amended Agreement, with regard to the Project listed in Recital C and set-forth in Exhibit “C,” as well as the Property legally defined in Exhibit “A,” Developer is assured, and City agrees that the development rights, obligations, terms and conditions specified in the Project Approvals, the other Vested Rules, and this Agreement are fully vested in Developer and may not be changed or modified by City, whether by administrative action, legislative action, or vote of the electorate, except as may be expressly permitted by and in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, or as may be expressly consented to by Developer. Developer has the vested right to develop and construct the Project as set-forth in Exhibit “C” on the Property and each portion thereof, in accordance with the Project Approvals, the other Vested Rules, and this Amended Agreement.