proposal attached hereto as Exhibit A-6. Exhibit A-6 is hereby incorporated by reference into the Agreement.
2. COMPENSATION
As compensation for the Additional Services described in Exhibit A-6, the not-toexceed fee amount under Section 5.1 Consultant’s Services of the Agreement shall hereby be increased by Fifteen Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($15,500.00), increasing the total not-to-exceed contract amount to Two Hundred Forty Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($240,500) for fiscal year 2025-2026.
4. TERM
Subsection 3.4 of the Agreement is hereby amended to read as follows:
3.4 “Expiration Date”: June 30, 2026
4. EFFECT OF AMENDMENTS.
Except as modified herein, either expressly or by necessary implication, the terms and provisions of the Agreement between the Parties shall remain in full force and effect.
5. EFFECTIVE DATE.
Unless otherwise specified herein, this Sixth Amendment shall become effective as of the date set forth in the introductory paragraph of this Sixth Amendment.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have caused this Sixth Amendment to be executed and attested by their respective officers hereunto duly authorized. “PRWA” “CONSULTANT”
Pico Rivera Water Authority Tetra Tech, Inc.
______________________________ ___________________________________ Steve Carmona, Executive Director Tom Epperson, Vice President Dated: ________________________ Dated: _____________________________ ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________ ___________________________________ Cynthia Ayala, Authority Secretary Arnold M. Alvarez-Glasman, General Counsel To: Mayor and City Council
From: City Manager
Meeting Date: February 24, 2026
Subject: FIRST READING AND INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 5.08 (BUSINESS LICENSE AND PERMIT
REQUIREMENTS) OF THE PICO RIVERA MUNICIPAL CODE
Recommendation:
1. Introduce and waive the first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 5.08 of the Pico Rivera Municipal Code (PRMC) to clarify and expand business license exemptions for City-authorized farmers’ market and special event vendors.
Strategic Priority:
1 – Fiscal & Organizational Sustainability – Create a City government built to adapt to change.
Strategy:
1.1 Build a more transparent and sustainable fiscal system to improve trust and efficiency.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact to the General Fund associated with the proposed action. The proposed exemptions apply only to vendors participating in City-authorized farmers’ markets and special events, which are currently limited in number and duration and are not a material source of ongoing business license revenue.
Background:
The City’s business license and permit requirements were last updated on December 13, 2022, related to the adoption of Measure AB. Since that time, staff has gained additional operational experience administering the updated business license code and responding to inquiries from businesses, vendors, and event organizers.
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vendors participating in farmers’ markets and special events authorized and approved by the City of Pico Rivera (City).
To address these issues, staff has prepared proposed amendments to Chapter 5.08, Business License and Permit Requirements, of the PRMC). The proposed ordinance is intended to clarify the City’s policy, reduce uncertainty for vendors and event organizers, and better align the PRMC with current City practices.
Discussion:
Proposed Changes to PRMC Chapter 5.08 Business License and Permit Requirements Under the current PRMC Section 5.08.110, certain limited business activities may qualify as “occasional and incidental” and be exempt from the requirement to secure a business license. This exemption includes, among other things, limited deliveries or services performed infrequently within a fiscal year. However, applying this exemption to farmers’ markets and special event vendors has led to inconsistent interpretation and uncertainty for both vendors and staff.
Farmers’ markets and special events are City-authorized activities that support economic development, community engagement, and access to goods and services. Vendors participating in these events operate for limited durations, at approved locations, and under conditions established by the City through permitting and event approval processes. Requiring individual business licenses for these vendors has been identified as a potential barrier to participation without providing a corresponding regulatory benefit.
To address this issue, the proposed ordinance amends Section 5.08.110 of the PRMC to explicitly exempt the following activities from business license requirements:
• Vending or sales within the City’s farmers’ markets, as authorized and approved by the City.
• Vending or sales within special events, as authorized and approved by the City.
The proposed exemption is narrowly tailored and applies only when vending or sales activities occur within the scope of an event that has been reviewed and approved by the City. Vendors remain subject to all other applicable regulations as required by law.
By clarifying the exemption in the PRMC, the proposed amendment is intended to improve consistency, reduce administrative burden, and encourage participation in City-sponsored and City-approved events, while preserving the City’s ability to regulate business activity as appropriate.
Conclusion:
Staff recommends that the City Council introduce and waive the first reading of an CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24, 2026
FIRST READING AND INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE PICO RIVERA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 5.08 BUSINESS LICENSE AND PERMIT
ordinance amending Chapter 5.08 of the PRMC to clarify business license requirements and expressly exempt vendors who are participating in City‑authorized farmers’ markets and special events. The proposed amendment supports economic activity and community events while maintaining appropriate regulatory oversight.
Steve Carmona
SC:JG:ep
Enclosure: 1) Ordinance
ORDINANCE NO. ____
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PICO
RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 5.08 OF TITLE 5
(BUSINESS LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIREMENTS) OF THE PICO
RIVERA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD AN EXEMPTION FOR FARMERS’
MARKET AND SPECIAL EVENT VENDORS
WHEREAS, the City of Pico Rivera (“City”) is a general law city under Section 34102 of the California Government Code; and
WHEREAS, Article XI, Section 7 of the California Constitution provides that the City of Pico Rivera may make and enforce within its limits all local, police, sanitary, and other ordinances and regulations not in conflict with general laws; and WHEREAS, the Pico Rivera Municipal Code currently does not include farmers’ market vendors as engaging in business within the meaning of the “occasional and incidental” exemption to the business license requirement; and WHEREAS, the Pico Rivera Municipal Code currently does not include special event vendors as engaging in business within the meaning of the “occasional and incidental” exemption to the business license requirement; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend Section 5.08.110 of the Pico Rivera Municipal Code to expand the meaning of the “occasional and incidental” business license requirement exemption to include farmers’ market and special event vendors.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Pico Rivera as follows:
SECTION 1. RECITALS. The above recitals are true and correct and made part of this Ordinance.
SECTION 2. AMENDMENT. Section 5.08.110 of Chapter 5.08, Title 5, of the Pico Rivera Municipal Code is hereby amended and will read as follows (deletions in strikethrough and additions in double underline):
5.08.110 Exemptions – Occasional and incidental business A. Any person otherwise coming within the definition of the Business License Law who does not have a fixed place of business within the City and who is called into the City or called upon to perform a service or act within the City Enclosure 1
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which is merely occasional and incidental to a business being conducted elsewhere, shall be entitled to an exemption from the securing of a business license and payment of paying any license fee imposed under the Business License Law.
B. The City Council finds that "occasional and incidental" shall have the following meaning:
1. Delivery from outside the City to a point within the City, or delivery from a point within the City to a place outside the City of goods, wares, merchandise, food products, or personal property of any nature where five (5) or less fewer of any such deliveries are made by the person making the deliveries within any fiscal year, as established by the City Council; or
2. The performance of acts or services of an emergency nature in order to protect the health, life, or property or rights of anyone living, residing, owning property or being situated within the City, and where are performed five (5) or less fewer times within the City during any fiscal year established by the City Council.
3. Vending or sales within the City’s farmers’ markets, as authorized and approved by the City.
4. Vending or sales within special events, as authorized and approved by the City.
SECTION 3. SEVERABILITY. If any action, subsection, line, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional, either facially or as applied, by a decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance, and each and every individual section, subsection, line, sentence, clause, phrase, or word shall remain valid, without regard to any such decision.
SECTION 4. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after adoption by the City Council.
SECTION 5. PUBLICATION. The City Clerk shall certify the passage and adoption of this ordinance. The City Council hereby finds and determines that there are no newspapers if general circulation both published and circulated within the City and, in compliance with Section 36933 of the Government Code directs the City Clerks to cause said ordinance, within fifteen (15) days after its passage, to be posted in at least five (5) ORDINANCE NO. ____
public places within the City. This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its adoption.
ADOPTED AND PASSED this ____ day of _________ 2026.
_______________________________
Gustavo V. Camacho, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________ ________________________________ Cynthia Ayala, CMC, City Clerk Arnold M. Alvarez-Glasman, City Attorney
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
) §
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES )
I, Cynthia Ayala, City Clerk of the City of Pico Rivera, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. ____ was adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Pico Rivera, held on _____________________________, with the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
________________________________
Cynthia Ayala, CMC, City Clerk
To: Mayor and City Council
From: City Manager
Meeting Date: February 24, 2026
Subject: ADOPTION OF THE 2026 PICO RIVERA LEGISLATIVE
PLATFORM
Recommendation:
1. Adopt the 2026 Pico Rivera Legislative Platform that will guide the City’s legislative priorities and funding pursuits at the local, regional, state, and federal levels of government.
Strategic Priority:
1 - Fiscal & Organizational Sustainability - Create a City government build to adapt to change
Strategy:
1.3 Improve organizational effectiveness to reduce costs and streamline efforts.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact to the General Fund as a result of this report.
Background:
To continue improving the local quality of life, while contributing to the greater goals of the region, the City of Pico Rivera (City) will advocate for funding opportunities and policy priorities outlined in this Legislative Platform.
This Legislative Platform (Platform) will establish the City’s position on matters of priority and importance to the City. The Platform is designed to be flexible and nimble, allowing staff to proactively and immediately engage, advocate, and influence the Legislature where possible and as necessary at all levels of government.
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the goals and deliverables outlined by the City Council. This Platform supplements and aligns with existing City Council established goals and policies adopted in various documents such as the General Plan, the City’s Strategic Plan, the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) and approved resolutions. Given the ever-changing political atmosphere, the Legislative Platform shall be reviewed regularly and updated annually.
The Platform shall be published and disseminated widely to promote transparency and awareness among the public.
Overall Goals of the Legislative Platform
• Streamline the ability of City staff to act on legislation, policy, or funding opportunities that either impact or benefit the City.
• Identify and support federal, state, and regional legislation, regulatory policies, and funding programs that align with the Platform.
• Identify and oppose federal, state, and regional proposals or policies that do not align with the Platform.
• Authorize City staff to prepare position letters and resolution language that supports, opposes, or directs staff to work with the author on proposed legislation. • Authorize City staff to actively and regularly brief and correspond with elected officials and their respective staff, regulatory partners, and stakeholders to advance policy priorities and funding opportunities.
• Authorize City staff, in coordination with the City Council, to invite elected officials, regulatory partners, and stakeholders to attend and participate in City community events and programming.
• For emerging issues or situations not outlined in the Legislative Platform, City staff will work with the City Council for further direction.
Development of the Platform
Staff reviewed a robust list of existing legislative platforms, including those of neighboring cities, the California Contract Cities Association, the League of California Cities, Los Angeles County, water boards and local transportation commissions. The intent was to develop a platform that aligned with local and regional partners but that also specified the unique needs and priorities of the City of Pico Rivera.
The platform was developed with input and review from staff and directors from each department including Administration, City Clerk, Community and Economic Development, Public Works, Parks and Recreation and Administrative Services. The collaborative process allowed the Platform to cover policy priorities in all areas of City services and programs, aligning with the adopted Strategic Plan. The Platform will attempt to address areas of opportunity and challenges the City currently faces by advocating for legislative and funding solutions at all levels of government.
Discussion:
The 2026 Pico Rivera Legislative Platform will elevate the presence of the City at all levels of government and allow staff to work towards favorable outcomes when influencing CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24, 2026 ADOPTION OF THE 2026 PICO RIVERA LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM
policies, delivering projects, and competing for discretionary funding opportunities. The City will work to protect local resources to improve the quality of life of the residents of Pico Rivera while elevating itself as a regional leader.
Examples of the City’s success in implementing the 2025 Legislative Platform at all levels of government include:
Grant Awards
Secured over $10.4 million in discretionary grant awards across all levels of government to fund infrastructure projects and critical programs such as, but not limited to:
Sustainability
o Urban greening and decarbonization
o Recycling, organics, and waste reduction programs
o Energy efficient upgrades at City facilities
Public Works
o PFAS treatment system and clean water delivery projects o Historic Whittier Boulevard Pio Pico Bikeway Connector Parks and Recreation
o Construction of the Passons Active Depot (PAD) Park
o Construction of the Alebrije Dog Park
o Acquisition and construction of the Native History Park Innovation and Communications
o Station site plans for the Rosemead/Lakewood Complete Corridor o Celebration zones for the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympic Games o Implementation of Transit Oriented Community plans
Community and Economic Development
o Revitalization of blighted and underutilized parcels
o Implementation of the comprehensive General Plan update Policy and Legislative Accomplishments
• Successfully partnered with LA Metro to finalize a feasibility study for a new regional rail station in the City of Pico Rivera.
• Approved and expedited two (2) major residential ownership entitlements, accelerating delivery of approximately 140 new for-sale housing units anticipated within the next two (2) years.
• Completed a comprehensive update to the City’s Zoning Ordinance focused on reducing regulatory barriers, streamlining permitting processes, simplifying development standards, and encouraging high-quality private investment and hosing production.
• Adopted policy framework to provide support and resources to residents CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24, 2026 ADOPTION OF THE 2026 PICO RIVERA LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM
impacted by immigration enforcement activities and partnered with the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) to provide community outreach, resource navigation, legal information referrals, and educational programming.
• Successfully introduced amendment language prioritizing over $500M in park funding for park poor communities and for communities experiencing park loss a result of climate infrastructure projects to SB 867 (Allen) which became the State Climate Resiliency Bond (Prop 4) approved by the voters in 2024. • Submitted over 40 position letters into the official record for bills addressing priority issues in the state legislature.
• Secured regional platinum award for the Gateway Cities Council of Governments’ Energy Action Award.
• Initiated construction of Alebrije Dog Park, the City’s first dog park. • Developed and adopted the City’s first-ever Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.
• Deployed the PRIME Power Choice Program, a partnership between Tesla and Participate Energy to provide the community rooftop solar and battery storage at no upfront cost and no credit check.
• Secured funding and launched expanded recycling, organics, and waste reduction programs to strengthen SB 1383 compliance and improve diversion outcomes.
• Advanced energy efficient upgrades at City facilities and expanded the City’s strategy for municipal decarbonization and operational savings. • Obtained Los Angeles County Oversight Board and the California Department of Finance approval for the dissolution of the Successor Agency of the Pico Rivera Redevelopment Agency. This action brought back $2 million annually to the General Fund beginning in January 2026. The City of Pico Rivera is the first city in the Fourth Supervisorial District to formally dissolve. • Updated key administrative and financial policies, including the Investment Policy, Capital Asset, Capitalization Policy, and Procurement and Purchasing Procedures.
• Received the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting and Distinguished Budget Presentation Award, reflecting the City’s commitment to high quality financial stewardship.
Legislative Priorities for 2026
The Platform was developed to support the successful implementation of the City’s General Plan and adopted Strategic Plan. The Strategic Plan serves as the roadmap to advance the City’s mission, vision, and values by aligning the City’s resources and activities, the City Council’s policy direction, and the desires of residents, businesses, and community stakeholders.
For 2026, the Legislative Platform outlines specific policy objectives and outcomes that staff will advocate for at each level of government. Those policy priorities are listed below.
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2026 Federal Priorities
• Secure a new roadway through the scope of the Whittier Narrows Dam Safety Project to preserve public and emergency access to the Pico Rivera Sports Arena. • Align priorities and messaging between the new 38th and 41st congressional districts to advance shared projects and maximize federal funding. • Engage in the environmental review and coordinate with federal and local partners for a disposition framework of the Marine Corps Base to support communityserving and job-creating reuse. • Seek multi-year federal support to address WND impacts and fund major revitalization, mobility, and open-space initiatives.
• Secure congressional backing and funding by positioning the Rosemead/Lakewood corridor as a regional economic and mobility catalyst. • Advocate for federal recognition and investment in a regional micro-EV manufacturing and innovation cluster.
• Advocate for funding and policy actions that improve rail capacity, reduce congestion, and support regional and national economic competitiveness, including the expedited relocation of passenger rail stations where necessary. 2026 State Priorities
• Coordinate with the State and partner agencies to meet needs and obligations of awarded funding and secure additional resources for transit, multimodal, and corridor infrastructure along the Rosemead/Lakewood corridor. • Oppose unfunded or inequitable state water mandates and support policies that fully fund local water infrastructure and operations.
• Partner with state leaders to formally establish the Southeast LA Micro EV Tech hub and deploy incentives that attract manufacturers, jobs, and long-term investment.
• Ensure Proposition 4 priorities are implemented in state grant programs and secure funding for park-poor communities and cities impacted by climate infrastructure projects.
• Advocate for relocation of the Commerce Metrolink Station to Pico Rivera and inclusion of the preferred alternative in the CA High Speed Rail environmental approvals via a supplemental document.
• Support incentive-based housing solutions – Back housing policies that pair state mandates with funding, technical assistance, and incentives tied to housing production and transit-oriented development.
• Pursue state funding to help disadvantaged cities reduce emissions and improve air quality through net-zero projects.
• Secure state funding to implement the City’s CAAP and deliver projects that reduce emissions, improve public health, and build climate resilience. • Support policies that safeguard Community Choice Aggregation and prevent unfair cost shifts that undermine local clean energy programs. • Advocate for funding and policies that expand organics capacity and local resources needed to meet SB 1383 requirements.
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2026 Regional Priorities
• Partner with regional, private and non-profit entities to secure investments in mobility, public safety, economic activity, and event-ready infrastructure with lasting community benefits as the City hosts World Cup and Olympic Celebration events.
• Advance the Rosemead/Lakewood corridor as an event-ready mobility spine and expedite delivery, including an early pilot segment ahead of the World Cup and LA 2028 Games.
• Collaborate with LA County and Montebello to deliver a passive recreation facility that enhances flood control and water conservation at the Rio Hondo Spreading Grounds.
• Lead implementation of the new Lower San Gabriel River Park and Recreation District to expand equitable recreation access, restore river corridors, and deliver long-term environmental benefits.
• Strengthen Pico Rivera’s role as a regional partner and destination city by collaborating with regional agencies to deliver a regional rail station that improves regional connectivity, supports transit-oriented development, enhances access to jobs and destinations, and positions Pico Rivera as a multimodal gateway for residents, visitors, and major regional events.
• Partner with public agencies to expand clean energy infrastructure, workforce development, and net-zero goals.
2026 Local Priorities
• Strengthen collaboration with the El Rancho Unified School District by partnering on initiatives that raise educational aspirations, expand exposure to technology and environmental programs, build career pathways for local youth, and identify opportunities for shared community benefits and recreation spaces. • Partner with the Pico Rivera Chamber of Commerce to advance local economic development by aligning priorities around business attraction and retention, workforce development, small business growth, and commercial revitalization, while leveraging the Chamber’s network to promote investment and entrepreneurship.
• Embrace technology to enhance public safety and modern governance by deploying tools that deter crime and disruptive activity, improve quality of life, and responsibly integrate artificial intelligence into municipal services while protecting privacy and cybersecurity.
• Develop a comprehensive General Plan update that establishes a clear, community-driven vision for sustainable growth, responsible land use, and revitalization, while preserving the City’s character and strengthening its appeal as a place to live, work, and do business.
• Ensure safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of water and energy by maintaining resilient water operations and expanding affordable clean energy options through PRIME, including programs that lower household costs and support electrification and energy efficiency.
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• Promote public health, environmental sustainability, and climate resilience by implementing the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan and advancing policies and projects that address wildfire risk, extreme heat, drought, green building, and greenhouse gas reduction.
Implementation of the Platform
Upon adoption of the 2026 Pico Rivera Legislative Platform, staff will provide copies of the Platform to the City’s panel of on-call consultants providing federal, state, and regional advocacy and grant-writing support services. Staff will work with the City Council and the on-call advocacy to implement the priorities outlined in the Platform, including but not limited to favorable legislative outcomes and funding requests for parks and open spaces, priority infrastructure projects, economic development, preservation of local control, and public health and safety initiatives.
Conclusion:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the enclosed 2026 Pico Rivera Legislative Platform. A graphical booklet was developed for the platform that will be used as leave-behind material for meetings with elected leaders and governmental stakeholders, made available digitally on Virtual City Hall, and printed for distribution.
Steve Carmona
SC:JH:JGG:smc:cso
Enclosure: 1) 2026 Pico Rivera Legislative Platform Booklet
LEGISLATIVE
PLATFORM
2026
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The Legislative Platform was developed to support the successful implementation of the City of Pico Rivera’s adopted General Plan. The city also approved a Strategic Plan that serves as the roadmap to advance the City’s mission and vision by aligning the City’s resources and activities, the City Council’s policy direction, and the desires of residents, businesses, and community stakeholders.
The City’s Strategic Plan embraces and helps advance priorities outlined at the Federal and State levels of government, which include but are not limited to:
» Delivering smart and sustainable infrastructure and community development » Modernizing governance and upholding stewardship of public funds » Increasing the housing supply while expanding access to affordable housing opportunities » Reinvigorating and creating more parks and community-centric open spaces » Introducing robust community workforce development programs » Combatting the impacts of climate change
» Advancing the clean, green, zero-emissions economy
» Bolstering public health and safety
» Accommodating multi-modal mobility solutions that connect to the larger regional transportation network. 2 City of Pico Rivera 2026 Legislative Platform
City of Pico Rivera
6615 Passons Blvd.
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
www.pico-rivera.org
The fundamental components of the City’s Strategic Plan include the following mission, vision, values, strategic priorities, and goals
Foster a connected, collaborative, and actively participating city and workforce.
Plan, fund, build and maintain
reliable and cost-effective infrastructure that contributes to enhancing quality of life.
Create a city government built
to adapt to change.
Encourage the development
of vacant/underutilized space,
creatively plan for growth,
and engage the business
community to transform
the city as an economic and
cultural hub.
Create a safe and thriving city
with low crime and high standards for health and wellness.
Community
Engagement
Infrastructure Fiscal and
Organizational
Sustainability
Economic
Development
and Land Use
Health,
Wellness and
Safety
Strategic Priorities and Goals:
Pico Rivera will be a leading
progressive, thriving,
connected community with
a high standard for quality
of life and collaborative
governance.
To positively impact our
community by providing
excellent city services,
facilitating responsible
stewardship of resources,
and actively engaging our
residents, businesses, and
visitors.
Craft is a skill in planning,
making, or executing. The
mnemonic CRAFT is used
to reinforce the purpose
and importance of the
organization’s values:
Collaboration
Respect
Accountability
Fairness and Inclusion
Transparency
our
MISSION
our
VISION
our
VALUES
Pico Rivera
Strategic Plan
City of Pico Rivera 2026 Legislative Platform | 3
Goals of the Legislative Platform
About this
Legislative Platform
In order to continue improving the
local quality of life while contributing
to the greater goals of the region,
the City of Pico Rivera will advocate
for policy priorities and funding
opportunities outlined in this
legislative platform.
This Legislative Platform, adopted
by the Pico Rivera City Council,
will establish the City’s position on
matters of priority and importance
to the City. The Platform is designed
to be flexible and nimble, allowing
Streamline the ability of City Staff
to act on legislation, policy, or
funding opportunities that either
impact or benefit the City.
Identify and support Federal, State,
and regional legislation, regulatory
policies and funding programs that
align with the Platform.
Identify and oppose Federal, State
and Regional proposals or policies
that do not align with the Platform.
staff to proactively and immediately
engage, advocate and influence the
Legislature where possible and as
necessary at all levels of government.
By adopting this Platform, staff will
actively collaborate with Federal,
State, regional and local elected
officials and their respective staff,
partners, and stakeholders to
implement the goals and deliverables
outlined by the City Council. This
platform supplements and aligns with
existing City Council established
Authorize City Staff to prepare
position letters and Resolution
language that supports, opposes, or
directs staff to work with authors on
proposed legislation.
Authorize City Staff to actively and
regularly brief and correspond
with elected officials and their
respective staff, regulatory partners
and stakeholders to advance policy
priorities and funding opportunities.
PICO RIVERA CITY COUNCIL
Erik Lutz
Councilmember
Gustavo V. Camacho
Mayor
Andrew C. Lara
Councilmember
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goals and policies adopted in various
documents such as the General Plan,
the City’s Strategic Plan, the Climate
Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP)
and approved Resolutions. Given the
ever-changing political atmosphere,
the Legislative Platform shall be
reviewed regularly and updated
annually. The Legislative Platform
shall be published and disseminated
widely to promote transparency and
awareness among the public.
Authorize City Staff, with
coordination with the City Council,
to invite elected officials, regulatory
partners and stakeholders to attend
and participate in City community
events and programming.
For emerging issues or situations
not outlined in the Legislative
Platform, City Staff will work
with the City Council for further
direction.
John R. Garcia
Councilmember
Dr. Monica Sánchez
Mayor Pro Tem
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Linda T. Sánchez
Representative
CA-38
Bob Archuleta
State Senator
District 30
Lisa Calderon
Assemblymember
District 56
Janice Hahn
LA County Board Supervisor
District 4
Alex Padilla
U.S. Senator
Elected
representatives
Adam Schiff
U.S. Senator
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• Secured approximately $10.4 million in discretionary grant awards across all levels of government to fund infrastructure projects and critical programs such as, but not limited to:
» Urban greening and decarbonization
» Recycling, organics and waste reduction programs
» Construction of the Passons Active Depot (PAD) Park
» Implementation of the comprehensive General Plan update » Acquisition and construction of the Native History Park » Station site plans for the Rosemead/Lakewood Complete Corridor Project
» Celebration Zones for the 2026 World Cup and
2028 Olympic Games
» Implementation of Transit Oriented Community plans
» PFAS treatment system and clean water delivery projects » Revitalization of blighted and underutilized parcels
» Historic Whittier Boulevard Pio Pico Bikeway Connector • Successfully partnered with LA Metro to finalize a feasibility study for a new regional rail station in the City of Pico Rivera.
• Approved and expedited two major residential ownership entitlements, accelerating delivery of approximately 140 new for-sale housing units anticipated within the next two years.
• Completed a comprehensive update to the City’s Zoning Ordinance focused on reducing regulatory barriers, streamlining permitting processes, simplifying development standards, and encouraging highquality private investment and housing production. • Adopted policy framework to provide support and resources to residents impacted by immigration enforcement activities and partnered with the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) to provide community outreach, resource navigation, legal information referrals, and educational programming.
• Successfully Introduced amendment language prioritizing over $500M park funding for park poor communities and for communities experiencing park loss as a result of climate infrastructure projects to SB 867 (Allen) which became the State Climate Resilience Bond (Prop 4) approved by voters on the November 2024 ballot.
Past Achievements
and Legislative Outcomes
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• Submitted over 40 position letters into the official record for bills addressing priority issues in the state legislature.
• Secured regional platinum award for the Gateway Cities Council of Governments’ Energy Action Award.
• Initiated construction of Alebrije Dog Park, the City’s first dog park. • Developed and adopted the City’s first-ever Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.
• Deployed the PRIME Power Choice Program, a partnership between Tesla and Participate Energy to provide the community rooftop solar and battery storage at no upfront cost and no credit check. • Secured funding and launched expanded recycling, organics, and waste reduction programs to strengthen SB 1383 compliance and improve diversion outcomes.
• Advanced energy efficiency upgrades at City facilities and expanded the City’s strategy for municipal decarbonization and operational savings. • Obtained Los Angeles County Oversight Board and the California Department of Finance approval for the dissolution of the Successor Agency of the Pico Rivera Redevelopment Agency.
• Updated key administrative and financial policies, including the Investment Policy, Capital Asset Capitalization Policy, and Procurement and Purchasing Procedures.
• Received the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting and Distinguished Budget Presentation Award, reflecting the City’s commitment to high quality financial stewardship
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2026 Federal Priorities
Maintain Access to Sports Arena
Drive – Incorporate a new roadway
into the scope of the Whittier
Narrows Dam (WND) Safety
Modification Project designed to
maintain public and emergency
access to the Pico Rivera Sports
Arena through a 2026 Water
Resources Development Act (WRDA)
or Congressional directive.
Build Support for Southeast LA
Micro EV Tech Hub – Garner
support for Pico Rivera’s economic
development initiative to establish
a national manufacturing zone and
business cluster dedicated to the full
product life cycle of micro electric
vehicles in Southeast LA County.
Strengthen Federal Investment in
Freight and Goods Movement Rail
Infrastructure of National Economic
Significance – Advocate for the U.S.
Department of Transportation and
relevant federal agencies to prioritize
investment in rail infrastructure along
the Los Angeles–Anaheim corridor,
a corridor of national economic
significance that supports critical
domestic and international goods
movement. Request federal funding
and policy actions that relieve
freight congestion and operational
bottlenecks, optimize rail capacity and
efficiency within shared-use freight
and passenger corridors, and enhance
connectivity to intermodal facilities
and regional distribution centers,
including the reactivation of existing
rail spurs to unlock industrial access,
support business expansion, and
promote job-generating economic
activity. Advocate for the expedited
relocation or reconfiguration of
passenger rail stations where
necessary to achieve system-wide
operational efficiencies that enhance
freight reliability, supply chain
resilience, and regional economic
competitiveness.
Seek Federal Funding Support
for Recovery and Community
Investment – Pico Rivera will
pursue federal funding support
and resources through multi-year
investment strategies to address
the impacts of the WND Project and
advance a comprehensive community
revitalization program, including
investments in rivers, parks, and open
space; the Rosemead/Lakewood
Complete Corridor; the Historic
Whittier Boulevard Revitalization
Program; and the Southeast LA Micro
EV Tech Hub.
Advocate and Grow Federal Support
for the Rosemead/Lakewood
Complete Corridor – Coordinate
targeted briefings with congressional
representatives along the corridor,
including Senators Padilla and
Schiff, to position the project as a
catalyst for economic development,
business growth, and job creation,
and secure formal letters of support
and federal funding advocacy for
corridor investments that strengthen
regional mobility and economic
competitiveness.
Coordinate Federal Advocacy Across
the 38th and 41st Congressional
District – Advance coordinated
federal advocacy efforts between the
38th and 41st Congressional Districts
to ensure aligned priorities, consistent
messaging, and unified support for
projects impacting the City of Pico
Rivera. Work collaboratively with both
congressional offices to leverage
shared policy objectives, streamline
federal engagement, and maximize
opportunities for federal investment
and resources that support economic
development, infrastructure delivery,
and community well-being.
Marine Corps Base Acquisition –
Monitor and engage in the ongoing
environmental review process
associated with the Marine Corps
Base property prior to reversion to
the City of Whittier, and coordinate
with the United States Navy, Marine
Corps, the City of Whittier, and
local stakeholders for a disposition
framework that maximizes community
and economic development benefits,
including opportunities for jobgenerating uses, public-serving amenities, and long-term economic
activity.
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Advance Implementation of the
Rosemead/Lakewood Complete
Corridor Project – Work in
coordination with the State of
California and corridor partner
agencies to meet the requirements
and obligations of awarded State
grant funding for the Rosemead/
Lakewood Complete Corridor
Project. Advocate for additional state
resources and favorable policy actions
to support the timely implementation
of corridor improvements within the
City’s jurisdiction, including transit
service enhancements, supporting
infrastructure, and multimodal
investments that advance mobility,
economic activity, and community
connectivity along the corridor.
2026 State Priorities
Advocate and Advance a Regional
Rail Station in Pico Rivera – In
coordination with the State of
California, LA Metro, and regional
and corridor stakeholders, the
City will advocate for the locally
preferred alternative for relocation
of the existing Commerce Metrolink
Station within the City of Pico
Rivera. The City will partner with
affected agencies and stakeholders
to submit official correspondence
to the California High-Speed Rail
Authority in response to the Los
Angeles–Anaheim segment EIR/
EIS, and advocate for inclusion of
the Pico Rivera Station alternative
in a supplemental environmental
document to advance the station
relocation and the necessary
supporting rail infrastructure
improvements.
Secure Funding to Implement Net
Zero Energy Facilities – Proactively
seek funding opportunities and
submit legislative language that
specifically provides resources
for disadvantaged cities that are
disproportionately impacted by
pollution to implement efforts in GHG
reductions to address air quality
issues.
Protect Local Energy Choice and
Community Choice Aggregation
(CCA) Program Delivery – Support
legislation and CPUC-aligned
policies that protect (CCA), ensure
transparent and fair cost allocation,
and prevent unjust cost shifts that
undermine local programs designed
to improve affordability and expand
clean energy options.
Secure Funding and State Policy
Alignment to Improve Access to
Parks and Open Spaces – Advocate
for the California Natural Resources
Agency to formally direct the
departments and granting agencies
it oversees to implement the
prioritization and eligibility language
adopted by voters in Proposition 4
into grant guidelines, scoring criteria,
and program instructions. Proactively
pursue funding opportunities and
advance legislative and administrative
actions that ensure resources
intended for park-poor communities,
and for cities experiencing the loss or
displacement of park space as a result
of climate infrastructure projects are
fully realized.
Elevate the Southeast LA Micro
EV Tech Hub within the State
Economic Development Portfolio -
Partner with the State Legislature,
the Governor’s Office, and relevant
state agencies to formally establish
the Southeast LA Micro EV Tech
Hub and advance a coordinated
package of incentives to attract and
retain manufacturers, including tax
credits, relocation and site assembly
assistance, workforce development
and training grants, property
acquisition and infrastructure support,
streamlined permitting and targeted
CEQA relief, and other tools that
accelerate investment, job creation,
and long-term economic growth in
Southeast Los Angeles County.
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Advocate for Incentive-Based
State and Regional Solutions to
Meet or Exceed State Housing
Needs – Support housing
legislation that advances realistic
housing goals and performance
standards by pairing state housing
mandates with meaningful funding
incentives and technical assistance
for local governments. Advocate
for the inclusion of incentive-based
language in state housing bond
measures that ties funding eligibility
to demonstrated progress toward
state housing production targets,
transit-oriented development, and
appropriate increases in residential
density, ensuring cities have the
resources necessary to plan for, zone,
and deliver new housing in alignment
with statewide objectives.
Strengthen Zero-Waste and
Organics Infrastructure with Local
Implementation Support – Support
policies and funding that expand
organics processing capacity,
edible food recovery infrastructure,
anaerobic food waste digester
infrastructure, contamination
reduction, and local enforcement and
education resources needed to meet
SB 1383 requirements.
Advocate for and Secure State
Funding to Advance Climate Action
and Community Resilience –
Pursue and secure state legislation
and funding that accelerates
implementation of the City’s
Climate Action and Adaptation Plan
(CAAP) and strengthens community
resilience to extreme heat, wildfire
smoke, and other climate-driven
impacts. Collaborate with state
agencies, regional partners, and
conservation corps to implement
high-impact projects, including
urban forest expansion, renewable
energy and energy efficiency
upgrades, sustainable transportation
infrastructure, and climate resilience
initiatives. Prioritize funding
opportunities that deliver measurable
greenhouse gas reductions, enhance
public health and environmental
outcomes, and support workforce
development through conservation
corps-led and community-based
implementation.
Ensure Equitable and Funded State
Policies for Clean Drinking Water
and Water Infrastructure – Remain
proactive in securing state resources
and favorable policy outcomes that
support the maintenance, delivery,
and administration of safe, reliable,
and affordable drinking water and
water-related infrastructure. Advocate
that any new state mandates,
regulatory requirements, or program
directives affecting water quality,
infrastructure investment, operations,
or rate-setting are equitable, fully
funded, and reflective of local
fiscal capacity, while prioritizing
affordability, system resilience, and
long-term sustainability for residents
and businesses.
2026 State Priorities (Cont’d)
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Rio Hondo
The City of Pico Rivera is located approximately eleven (11) miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles, on the northeast edge of the Gateway subregion, and on the southern edge of the San Gabriel Valley subregion. The City is bounded on the north by the Los Angeles County unincorporated area of Whittier Narrows, on the east by portions of City of Industry, unincorporated Los Angeles County, and the City of Whittier, on the west by Montebello, and on the south by Downey. The City has a total land area of approximately 8.3 square miles. The City is generally bound by Whittier Narrows Dam on the north, San Gabriel River on the east, Telegraph Road on the south and the Rio Hondo Channel on the west. Rosemead Boulevard (State Highway 19) runs northsouth through the middle of the City. Whittier Boulevard (State Highway 72) runs east-west through the City.
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Elevate Pico Rivera’s Regional Role in Global Games and Major Events Programming – Work collaboratively with regional partners, including LA Metro, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, Councils of Governments, regional Chambers of Commerce, private entities, event sponsors, local and regional businesses, and other active stakeholders to elevate Pico Rivera’s profile and secure prioritization for resources and investments in mobility, public safety, economic activity, and event-related infrastructure. Leverage the City’s active participation in programming associated with global games and major events to advance coordinated planning, funding, sponsorship, and service delivery that delivers lasting benefits for residents, businesses, and visitors.
Advance the Rosemead/Lakewood Complete Corridor as a Regional Transit Priority and Event-Ready Mobility Spine – Coordinate regional support, advocacy, and funding with all cities along the corridor and key partners to designate the Rosemead/Lakewood Complete Corridor as a primary mitigation strategy for the I-605 Corridor Improvement Project, a core component of the LA 2028 Olympic & Paralympic Transit Priority Network, the Countywide Signal Priority Program, and Metro’s Strategic Bus Rapid Transit Network. Advocate for expedited project delivery and the implementation of an early pilot segment within the City’s jurisdiction in advance of the FIFA World Cup and the LA 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, recognizing the corridor’s critical role in providing reliable, high-capacity mobility due to the City’s proximity to an adjacent Olympic venue.
Advance the Development of the Rio Hondo Recreation Zone – The City will work with LA County and the City of Montebello to establish a passive recreation facility at the site of the Rio Hondo Spreading Grounds while enhancing flood control operations and water conservation efforts.
Facilitate the Establishment of the Lower San Gabriel River Recreation and Park District (LSGRRPD) – As the lead implementing agency, elevate the District as a regional investment that expands equitable access to recreation, revitalizes and connects river-adjacent bike and pedestrian trails, enhances public access to the riverfront, supports wildlife habitat and environmental stewardship, promotes water conservation, and delivers long-term environmental and community benefits across the Lower San Gabriel River corridor.
Elevate Role as Regional Partner and Destination City – The City will continue to collaborate and seek out opportunities to partner with SCAG, LA County, transportation providers, governing boards, and stakeholders to elevate the regional benefits of the City’s citywide revitalization efforts such as the establishment of a regional rail station in the City of Pico Rivera.
Establish Partnerships to Advance Regional Clean Energy and Workforce Goals – Become active partners and stakeholders with public entities advancing access and scaling of clean energy infrastructure and technologies that promote clean energy careers, cleaner buildings and transportation systems, , workforce development and net zero emissions goals.
Regional Priorities
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Strengthen Collaboration with the El Rancho Unified School District – Continue to partner with ERUSD to improve educational aspirations, exposure to technology, environmental programs and initiatives, and career pathways for local youth while also identifying opportunities to introduce community benefits and recreation spaces.
Partner with the Pico Rivera Chamber of Commerce to Advance Local Economic Development – Strengthen collaboration with the Pico Rivera Chamber of Commerce to align economic development goals and advance priority projects that support business attraction and retention, workforce development, small business growth, and commercial revitalization. Leverage the Chamber’s business network and local expertise to promote investment, support entrepreneurship, and enhance economic opportunity citywide.
Embrace Technology and Policy Solutions to Promote Public Safety and Modern Governance – Incorporate technological solutions and policies that can bolster public safety, deter acts of theft and nuisance, and reduce instances of disruptive events such as street takeovers and improve the quality of life of residents. Advocate and embrace policies supporting the integration of Artificial Intelligence in municipal services to improve efficiency and accessibility while safeguarding privacy and cybersecurity.
Develop a Comprehensive General Plan Update – Guide the development of the City by creating a comprehensive vision that prioritizes sustainable growth, community well-being and responsible land use through a comprehensive update of the General Plan, addressing emerging needs, community priorities and revitalization efforts while preserving the City’s unique character. Coordinate with local business leaders to ensure Pico Rivera remains an attractive place to do business while working together to implement the City’s communitywide corridor revitalization program.
Ensure Safe and Efficient Delivery of Water and Energy – Maintain reliable water operations and advance affordable, clean energy options through PRIME, including programs that reduce household bills, expand access to solar and battery storage, and support residents with electrification and efficiency upgrades.
Promote Public Health, Environmental Sustainability and Climate Resilience – Implement the recently developed Climate Action and Adaptation Plan, including advocating for policies and advancing programs that safeguard residents from the impacts of climate change including wildfire prevention, innovative green building practices, urban cooling strategies, drought mitigation and transition towards energy efficient appliances and utilities, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Local Priorities
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SUPPORT
Championing Local Control - Advocate strongly for
the retention of local control, empowering cities to
formulate policies that intricately cater to the unique needs of their communities. Uphold the belief that local governance fosters tailored solutions for the diverse
and dynamic challenges faced by the City.
Securing Financial Backing for Local Governments
- Prioritize the protection and expansion of funding
eligibility for local governments, encompassing tax
revenues, block grants, and formula-based funding
allocations. Ensure financial support is robust to bolster the City’s capacity to address local priorities.
Empowering Local Representation in Decision-Making
Bodies - Actively pursue efforts to enhance and fortify local representation on regional commissions, task
forces, and governing boards. Strive for an inclusive
decision-making process that accurately reflects the
diverse perspectives within the community.
Local Input in Water Resource and Energy Planning
- Advocate for the ability of local governments to
actively participate in and provide input on statewide
water resource and energy utility planning decisions.
Ensure that local voices play a crucial role in shaping policies that directly impact the City’s sustainability and resource management.
Empowering Local Voices in Redistricting - Support
future redistricting efforts that amplify local and
sub-regional voices at County, State, and Federal
levels. Work towards a representation framework that
accurately reflects and addresses the distinct needs and aspirations of the City.
Fostering Civic Engagement for Strategic
Development - Actively promote civic engagement
among residents, encouraging participation and
soliciting feedback for the ongoing development of
strategic initiatives and programs. Ensure that the
community remains actively involved in shaping the
City’s future.
Fiscal and Organizational Sustainability
Advocacy for Community Choice Aggregates (CCA) -
Support policies that protect and promote Community
Choice Aggregates (CCA). Advocate for the ability of
local communities to make informed choices about their
energy sources, ensuring sustainability and alignment
with community values.
Creating Supportive Work Environments - Champion
policies that promote a positive work environment,
emphasizing career advancement, development, and
training opportunities for the City’s workforce. Strive for an atmosphere that nurtures professional growth and
employee well-being.
Exploring Financing Opportunities for Pension
Obligations - Actively explore and pursue financing
opportunities to address Pension Obligation, ensuring
fiscal responsibility and sustainability in meeting longterm financial commitments.
Open Government Policies – Support policies that
uphold transparency by promoting open meetings,
accessible public records, and clear communication to
ensure residents have access to information about City
decisions and actions.
Advocating for Ethics and Accountability -
Support initiatives that reinforce ethical standards,
accountability, and integrity in City operations, including transparent decision-making processes, compliance with
legal requirements, and ethical conduct among public
officials and staff.
Electoral Process Advocacy – Support election-related
activities, voter education campaigns, programs,
and policies that promote voter confidence, election
transparency, and compliance with state and county
election laws, including collaboration with election
partners and public education efforts.
Modernize governance and embrace technological
efficiency – Advocate for initiatives that enhance
public access to legislative records, improve meeting
accessibility, and modernize open meeting requirements
through secure and reliable digital platforms, including live streaming, closed captioning, and language
interpretation services.
GOVERNANCE
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OPPOSE
Diminishment of Local Governance Authority -
Oppose by-right legislation or policies seeking to
diminish local control in matters such as taxation,
revenue generation, roadway safety, contract services,
and administration. Uphold the City’s autonomy in
decision-making to ensure responsiveness to local
needs.
Unfunded Mandates - Strongly resist the expansion and
introduction of new unfunded mandates on services and
resources administered by the City. Advocate for fiscal responsibility and equitable allocation of resources
to maintain the City’s capacity to provide essential
services.
Overstepping local input - Oppose efforts to bypass
local input on bills and proposals that could significantly impact the City’s ability to provide services, resources, and effective governance. Advocate for inclusive
decision-making processes that consider the unique
needs of the local community.
Balancing State Budgets at the Expense of Local
Programs - Oppose efforts that would reduce or
reallocate funds intended for local services and
programs to balance state budgets. Advocate for the
protection of funds earmarked for local initiatives,
ensuring the City’s financial stability.
Conflict with Local Ordinances - Vigilantly defend
against measures that conflict with the City’s ordinances regulating the sale and delivery of goods and services.
Uphold the integrity of local regulations to protect the community’s well-being and interests.
Efforts to bypass Local Representation in Governing
Boards - Oppose measures or initiatives that would limit the participation of local governments on air quality,
water, natural resource, utility, energy, waste disposal, and similar governing boards. Advocate for robust local representation to address regional and environmental
concerns.
Impacts to Worker Protections - Oppose policies
that broaden definitions of injury under worker’s
compensation. Advocate for fair and clear definitions
that ensure the protection and well-being of the City’s workforce.
Additional Fiscal Liabilities - Oppose policies that
mandate additional responsibility for providing
fringe benefits to employees. Advocate for policies
that balance employee welfare with the City’s fiscal
sustainability, ensuring a fair and sustainable benefit framework.
Limiting Government Policies – Oppose any efforts
that reduces or eliminates civic participation.
SEEK FUNDING FOR
• Community engagement initiatives, educational materials, and outreach programs to inform residents about local government processes, services, elections, and opportunities for civic engagement. • Cybersecurity measures to implement robust cybersecurity measures to protect the City’s sensitive and historical information.
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• Public meeting technology and resources that enhance accessibility for public meetings, such as providing live streaming, closed captioning, or interpretation services. •
• Green infrastructure that can help prevent or mitigate damage from climate-induced disasters.
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Health, Wellness and Safety
PUBLIC SAFETY
SUPPORT
Advocating for Inclusive Public Safety Policies -
Support policies intended to promote public safety
that prioritize the well-being of all members of the
community, irrespective of their backgrounds and
identities. Advocate for an inclusive approach to public safety that safeguards the rights and security of every resident.
Support Immigrant Communities and Promote
Community Stability – Partner with trusted nonprofit
organizations, including the Coalition for Humane
Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA), to provide outreach,
resource navigation, legal information referrals, and
educational programming for residents impacted
by immigration enforcement. These efforts aim to
stabilize families, maintain community trust, reduce
misinformation, and connect residents to available social services and protections in alignment with applicable
state and local laws
Championing Equitable Public Safety Reforms -
Strongly support equitable public safety reforms aimed
at reducing liability to cities, enhancing public safety, and fostering stronger community relations with peace
officers. Advocate for reforms that address concerns
regarding excessive use of force and build trust between law enforcement and the community.
Curbing Street Takeovers and Reckless Driving -
Vigorously support policies, technologies, or proposals intended to curb the occurrences of street takeovers,
street racing, and reckless driving spectacles. Prioritize initiatives that ensure the safety of both residents and drivers while maintaining the integrity of public spaces.
Promoting proposals intended to address retail
theft and vandalism –Advocate for proposals that are
intended to address retail theft, sale of stolen goods, and vandalism of businesses through fair but incremental penalties and supervision for serial offenses or organized crime.
Holistic Approach to Homelessness, Mental Health,
and Drug Rehabilitation - Support tools and resources
intended to address homelessness, mental health, and
drug rehabilitation as public health issues, working in partnership with public safety authorities. Advocate
for a comprehensive and compassionate approach that
addresses the root causes of these challenges.
Suppression of Gang Activity and Youth Intervention
Programs - Support efforts intended to suppress and
prevent gang activity, emphasizing the importance of
youth intervention programs. Advocate for proactive
measures that address the underlying factors
contributing to gang involvement and prioritize the wellbeing of young community members.
Eliminating Access to Illegal Firearms - Advocate for
laws intended to eliminate access to illegal firearms,
contributing to the reduction of gun-related violence and promoting community safety.
Bolstering Emergency Preparedness and
Communication - Expand the City’s emergency readiness
by enhancing training and certification for Emergency
Operations Center (EOC) staff; implementing mitigation
actions from the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan; updating the City’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP); and
developing operational annexes to improve coordinated
response, continuity of operations, and protection of
vulnerable populations. Priority annexes include:
• Activation and Operations Functional Checklist
• Active Shooter Response
• Alert and Warning Systems
• Mass Evacuation and Transportation (including ADA
accessibility)
• Earthquake Response
• Flooding and Dam Failure Response
• Mass Care and Shelter (including ADA access and
pet sheltering)
• Behavioral and Mental Health Support for
Vulnerable Populations
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OPPOSE
Limiting Law Enforcement Flexibility in Deployment -
Oppose any proposals that present barriers or remove
the ability for law enforcement to deploy less-than-lethal methods or tactics. Advocate for the preservation of
a range of options that prioritize both safety and deescalation in law enforcement responses.
Withholding Illegal Firearm Information from Local
Law Enforcement - Strongly oppose policies that would
prevent local law enforcement from being notified
about known individuals prohibited from owning or
possessing a firearm. Advocate for robust communication channels that support law enforcement efforts to ensure community safety.
Increased Costs and Risks for Local Governments -
Actively oppose proposals or policies that would increase costs or transfer risks associated with law enforcement and public safety to local governments. Advocate for
responsible allocation of resources and fair distribution of responsibilities to maintain the financial stability of the City.
External Mandates with Local Cost Implications -
Strongly oppose federal/state/county mandates on
infractions/violations/crimes that shift the responsibility and/or cost burden to the City. Advocate for policies
that ensure responsible governance and protect local
budgets from undue financial strain.
Challenges to Local Control Over Roadways and
Traffic Flow - Oppose proposals that would reduce or
bypass local control of roadways and the flow of traffic on public right of way. Advocate for the preservation of local decision-making authority to ensure effective traffic management and community safety.
SEEK FUNDING FOR
• Public safety services, programs, and community safety measures as they often account for the largest share of General Fund expenditures.
• Mental health service programs.
• Public health and social services intended to address homelessness outreach and prevention.
• Gang suppression and youth development/intervention programs. • Emergency preparedness, mitigation, and operational readiness investments to strengthen community resilience through implementation of hazard mitigation
measures; development and maintenance of robust
emergency plans and functional annexes; Emergency Operations Center (EOC) staffing, training, and exercises; interoperable communications; evacuation
planning; sheltering capacity; and continuity of operations readiness. • Public safety technology that protects communities
from violence, nuisance events, and crime.
• The expansion of community watch programs.
• Resources to support compliance with SEMS/NIMS,
FEMA, and other emergency management standards.
Addressing Various Public Safety Issues - Support
access to resources that address issues such as
graffiti, damage to public and private property, theft, domestic violence, human trafficking, and the sale of
illegal controlled substances such as fentanyl. Prioritize comprehensive solutions that enhance community safety
and well-being.
Local Regulation of Fines in School Zones - Advocate
for the ability of local governments to regulate fines
for traffic violations in school zones to protect youth.
Prioritize measures that ensure the safety of children in school areas.
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SUPPORT
Equitable Distribution of Health Resources - Advocate
for initiatives that address disparities and prioritize the health and safety of all community members.
Expanding Mental Health Access and Crisis
Intervention Services – Strongly support policies and
programs intended to significantly expand access to
mental health counseling and crisis-intervention services with local input. Advocate for comprehensive mental
health resources that cater to the diverse needs of the community, promoting overall well-being.
Expanding Access to Social and Public Services -
Support proposals intended to expand access to social
and public services, particularly for the housing insecure and unhoused with local input. Prioritize initiatives that provide crucial support and resources to those in need, fostering a more inclusive and compassionate community.
Improving Access to Healthy Food Options - Advocate
for efforts to expand access to healthier food options and locally sourced produce, specifically addressing areas
identified as healthy food deserts. Support initiatives that promote nutritional well-being and reduce disparities in food access within the community.
Supporting Essential Distribution of Resources -
Support programs aimed at efficiently distributing food, drinking water, and other necessities. Advocate for
initiatives that ensure the basic needs of residents are met, promoting resilience and community well-being.
PUBLIC HEALTH
SEEK FUNDING FOR
• Community wellness programs, clinics, vaccinations
and vaccinations.
• Programs addressing homelessness, drug rehabilitation and mental health services.
Promoting Active Lifestyles and Health -Advocate
for policies intended to actively promote lifestyles
that reduce obesity and associated illnesses. Support
community-wide efforts to encourage physical activity,
healthy living, and the prevention of health-related
issues.
Treating Drug Rehabilitation as a Public Health Priority - Advocate for policies that recognize drug rehabilitation as a critical public health and well-being issue. Support comprehensive approaches that prioritize rehabilitation, treatment, and support for those affected by substance
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SUPPORT
Advancing Comprehensive Environmental Standards -
Support policies intended to significantly improve local air quality standards, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, mitigate pollutants, promote clean water delivery,
expand climate resiliency, and advance zero-emissions
technology, all with robust local input. Advocate for
holistic approaches that prioritize environmental wellbeing and community involvement.
Encouraging Sustainable Building Practices - Support
proposals intended to actively advance the design
and delivery of environmentally friendly buildings,
businesses, and manufacturing centers without additional burdens or delays. Advocate for sustainable practices
that minimize ecological footprints and contribute to a more environmentally conscious community with local
input.
Incentivizing Energy Efficiency Investments - Support
programs that provide tax credits, grants, loans, and
other financial incentives to assist residents, businesses, and local governments investing in energy-efficient
equipment, technologies, and fuel-efficient, low to zero emissions vehicles. Advocate for economic incentives
that drive responsible and sustainable energy practices.
Reasonable CEQA Reforms that Streamline Locally
Supported Projects – Advocate for reforms of CEQA
that can further streamline projects and infrastructure that has received local support and demonstrated
minimal or mitigated impacts, especially for climate
resiliency projects.
Promoting Extended Producer Responsibility
Initiatives - Advocate for efforts or policies intended to implement Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
initiatives. Support incentives for producers to treat and address environmental impacts responsibly, fostering a
culture of sustainability and shared responsibility.
Supporting Clean Alternative Energy Adoption -
Strongly support efforts intended to promote the use
and purchase of clean alternative energy from renewable resources such as solar, hydrogen fuel cell, wind and
electrification. Advocate for initiatives that accelerate the transition towards sustainable and renewable energy sources within the community.
Promoting Water Conservation and ClimateResilient Landscapes - Support efforts to promote water conservation and climate-based landscape
developments. Advocate for policies that address the
impacts of climate change and enhance community
resiliency, including measures to combat the heat island effect and encourage environmentally friendly practices.
OPPOSE
Preemption of Local Control - Stand against
interventions in matters of zoning, land use,
transportation, facilities, development, utilities, and service delivery that exceed the requirements of
National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA), California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and analogous
environmental protection and assessment statutes.
Advocate for a robust defense of local autonomy and
the preservation of community input in decisions that
directly impact the City’s development and well-being.
Legislation that Cuts Climate Resilience Funding -
including infrastructure and programming especially
those that will act preventatively or provide
resilience against climate-induced disasters.
SUSTAINABILITY & ENVIRONMENT
SEEK FUNDING FOR
• The implementation of the City’s Climate Action and
Adaptation Plan.
• Transitioning City Fleet towards low-emissions fuels
and zero-emissions systems.
• Zero waste, Recycling programs, organics recycling
infrastructure and processing facilities.
• SB 1383 capacity, including edible food recovery
support, business compliance audits, contamination
reduction
• Distribution of clean energy generation equipment and storage for residents.
• Clean vehicle replacement and energy efficient
appliance initiatives.
• Energy efficient upgrades at City facilities and
equipment.
• Design and planning of Micro EV Tech Hub.
Implementing the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan
(CAAP) – Support the implementation of the CAAP to
reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote overall
decarbonization. Highlight proven public health benefits such as improved air quality, reduced respiratory and
cardiovascular diseases, mitigation of heat-related
illnesses, and enhanced access to green spaces for
mental and physical well-being.
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PARKS AND OPEN SPACES
SUPPORT
Equity-Driven Funding Prioritization - Advocate for
legislative language that not only prioritizes but actively ensures additional consideration for funding for cities designated as “park poor.” Strive for a legislative
framework that recognizes and addresses the urgent
needs of communities with limited access to parks,
promoting equitable resource allocation.
Mitigating Climate-Induced Park Loss - Proactively
propose legislative language that prioritizes or provides additional consideration for funding for cities anticipating park loss due to federal or state infrastructure climate projects. Emphasize the importance of proactive
measures to mitigate the impact of climate-induced
changes on local recreational spaces.
Innovative Funding Solutions for Urban Spaces -
Advocate for favorable legislation and full funding
eligibility to effectively leverage private, non-traditional funding sources, alternative financing options, and
innovative project delivery methods. Empower the City
to proactively advance the design and construction of
City Parks, Greenspace, Bike, and Walking Trails through sustainable funding mechanisms.
Inclusive Bike Trail Definitions - Champion legislative proposals that actively seek to broaden the definitions of bike trails to include micro electric vehicle mobility devices. Promote policies that align with evolving
transportation trends, fostering inclusivity and
sustainability in urban mobility.
Enriching Public Spaces with Art and Culture - Actively support programs that not only provide additional
consideration for funding but also actively integrate art, culture, and the rich historical elements of the City into public spaces. Enhance the vibrancy and character of
public areas, making them reflective of the community’s identity.
Economic Development
and Land Use
Sustainable Urban Greening and Watershed Programs
- Advocate for comprehensive urban greening and
watershed programs, emphasizing efforts to significantly reduce the heat island effect. Promote sustainability and environmental resilience, creating healthier and more
livable urban environments.
Innovative Deployment of Urban Spaces - Champion
proposals that facilitate the dynamic deployment of
non-traditional park spaces, such as plazas, paseos,
and parklets. Encourage creativity and innovation in
utilizing urban spaces to meet diverse recreational and community needs.
Expanding Per Capita Funds for Sustainable
Maintenance - Advocate for the expansion of eligibility for Per Capita funds, specifically for the ongoing
operations and maintenance of park facilities. Ensure a sustainable financial foundation to uphold the quality
and accessibility of essential recreational spaces over the long term.
OPPOSE
Loss of Vital Resources for Community Well-being
- Oppose any attempts to reduce funding or restrict
eligibility for local governments concerning resources
designated for parks, urban greening, and open spaces.
Uphold the City’s commitment to preserving and
enhancing these essential resources that contribute to
the well-being and quality of life for residents.
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SEEK FUNDING FOR
• The revitalization, maintenance and expansion of parks and open spaces. • Shovel-ready projects that can be submitted as funding requests to expand or revitalize park space through Community Project Funding Requests within the Federal Appropriations process, the State Budget development process and through competitive grants at all levels of government. • Maintenance, programming and operation of parks, open spaces and City recreational facilities. • Urban greening, beautification and sustainable native landscaping projects through the Federal and State Grant Programs and through Departments of Parks and Recreation. • The implementation and construction of the PAD Park, the Los Paseos de Whittier Boulevard Program, and the Los Paseos Mural program.
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SUPPORT
Corridor Revitalization Programs - Advocate for robust
programs that not only streamline but also provide
funding for the revitalization of key corridors. Emphasize the importance of preserving the City’s character,
identity, and culture while enhancing these vital urban spaces.
Advocate for Innovative Funding Approaches -
Champion favorable legislation that ensures full funding eligibility, allowing the City to leverage private, nontraditional funding sources, alternative financing options, and innovative project delivery methods.
Financial Support for Development Initiatives -
Advocate for funding and financing programs aimed at
attracting new development. Prioritize resources that
stimulate economic growth, job creation, and overall
community advancement.
Advance Business Retention, Investment Attraction,
and Creative Economy Development - Through
proactive outreach, continue to engage local businesses and connect them with County and regional partners
to access technical assistance, financing resources,
workforce support, and retention programs. Actively
pursue the attraction of high-quality sit-down restaurants and complementary businesses that enhance local
amenities, generate sales tax revenue, and strengthen
neighborhood vitality. Encourage film production
activity by streamlining permitting, coordinating with
regional film offices, and promoting Pico Rivera as a
filming-friendly community, supporting job creation and contributing to the regional creative economy.
Promoting Clean Technology Industries and Micro EV
Hub - Support efforts to attract, retain, and establish clean technology industries and manufacturing, including the establishment of a Micro EV mobility tech hub.
Advocate for policies that position the City as a hub for innovation and sustainable technology.
Equitable Sales Tax Reform - Advocate for efforts
encouraging sales tax reform to achieve a more equitable distribution of e-commerce and internet-generated sales tax among cities. Prioritize destination-based sales tax policies that ensure fair revenue distribution benefiting the local community.
CORRIDOR REVITALIZATION AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Property Tax Reform for Critical Infrastructure -
Advocate for property tax reform that allows cities to
capture a greater share of property taxes to fund critical infrastructure, services, and economic development
activities. Seek a fair and sustainable approach to
resource allocation for the City’s essential needs.
Expansion of Tax Increment and Special Tax Financing
Districts - Support efforts to expand tax increment
and special tax financing districts, facilitating County property tax sharing for economic development activities and community revitalization. Emphasize the importance
of collaborative approaches to drive economic growth
and improve community well-being.
Creative Planning for Growth - Advocate for
efforts encouraging the development of vacant and
underutilized space, promoting creative planning
for growth. Prioritize initiatives that optimize land
use to support sustainable and inclusive community
development.
Promoting Economic Opportunities through PublicPrivate Partnerships (PPPs) - Support Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) that assist the City in creating
economic opportunities for its residents and business
community. Emphasize collaborative approaches that
leverage the strengths of both public and private sectors for mutual benefit and community advancement.
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OPPOSE
Unnecessary Hurdles for Small Businesses - Oppose
any measures that introduce additional barriers of
entry for small businesses. Advocate for a regulatory
environment that actively supports and encourages the
growth of small businesses, eliminating unnecessary
obstacles to their success.
Challenges to Local Autonomy in Land Use DecisionMaking - Strongly oppose policies or legislation that attempt to preempt local land use authority and control.
Defend the City’s autonomy to make informed land
use decisions that are reflective of the unique needs,
character, and aspirations of the local community.
External Interference in Development Guidelines -
Vigilantly oppose any legislation seeking to shift parking, zoning, or development guidelines away from local
control. Advocate for the retention of local decisionmaking authority to ensure that development aligns seamlessly with the City’s vision and maintains the wellbeing of its residents.
Mandates impacting City Plans – Oppose proposals that
would overstep local control and development of general plans, specific plans, transportation elements, and similar master planning documents.
SEEK FUNDING FOR
• The design and construction of the revitalization of
the Rio Hondo and San Gabriel River corridors and the
Whittier Blvd., Rosemead Blvd. and Washington Blvd.
corridors.
• The design and construction of Pico Rivera’s Southeast LA Micro EV Tech Hub.
• Development projects within proximity to other project sites to take advantage of economies of scale and revitalize corridors rather than individual sites.
• Programs and initiatives that support local business
retention, attraction, and creative economy growth,
including restaurants, complementary businesses, and
film/production activity that enhance neighborhood
vitality, generate sales tax revenue, and create jobs.
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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
SUPPORT
Comprehensive Financial Recovery Programs -
Advocate for robust financial recovery programs aimed
at supporting residents, small businesses, and individuals seeking employment opportunities. Prioritize initiatives that comprehensively address the diverse economic
challenges faced by the community.
Holistic Workforce Development Initiatives - Champion
workforce development initiatives, programs, and
activities that go beyond conventional approaches such
as Youth Ambassador programs. Support initiatives
that not only create job opportunities but also
actively promote the creation of a skilled workforce,
incorporating residents and prioritizing support for the veteran community.
Strategic Partnerships for Clean Technology
Workforce Development - Advocate for strategic
partnerships with local trade and community colleges
to implement cutting-edge clean technology workforce
development, training, and apprenticeship programs.
Emphasize collaboration to ensure that the local
workforce is equipped with the skills needed in the
evolving landscape of clean technology industries.
OPPOSE
Erosion of Workforce Development Programs - Oppose
any proposals that seeks to limit, reduce, or eliminate critical workforce development programs, including
but not limited to the Workforce Innovation and
Opportunity Act, YouthBuild, and Job Corps. Advocate
staunchly against any measures that undermine the
vital initiatives designed to empower individuals, foster skill development, and create pathways to sustainable
employment.
Expanding the Definition of Public Works – Oppose
proposals that can expand the state definition of
public works, therefore impacting the City’s flexibility to contract and deliver services while significantly
increasing the cost to deliver these services.
SEEK FUNDING FOR
• Ongoing support of the Pico Rivera Youth Ambassadors
program.
• Workforce development, apprenticeship and clean technology training programs. • Establishing and maintaining local hire programs.
• Training for skilled workforce specifically designed to meet the local business needs.
• Design, construction and launch of the Pico Rivera IDEA Lab.
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HOUSING
SUPPORT
Championing Innovative and Collaborative Housing
Policies - Advocate for forward-thinking and
collaborative policies that not only reduce the cost
of housing but also stimulate development. Support
measures that foster innovation in housing solutions and encourage partnerships for sustainable and inclusive
community development.
Urgent Relief through Rental Assistance Programs -
Support programs that swiftly provide emergency rental
relief for both tenants and property owners. Prioritize measures that ensure the stability of housing for
residents facing financial challenges, contributing to the overall well-being of the community.
Holistic Solutions for Homelessness - Advocate for the
establishment of temporary shelters for the unhoused
and permanent supportive housing solutions tailored to
the needs of adults and youth at risk of homelessness,
with robust local input. Emphasize comprehensive
strategies that address the root causes of homelessness and prioritize the dignity of those affected.
Promoting Mixed-Income Housing in Corridor
Revitalization - Champion policies that actively advance the design and construction of mixed-income housing
developments and transit-oriented developments
within the City’s corridor revitalization efforts. Prioritize initiatives that not only enhance housing options but also preserve the unique identity and culture of the City.
Support for Mixed-Income Housing and Residential
Designations - Advocate for broad support for mixedincome housing and designated residential areas.
Emphasize the importance of diverse housing options
that cater to different income levels, fostering inclusive and sustainable residential communities.
Maintaining Local Control for Effective Housing
Governance - Support efforts that maintain local control, allowing flexibility in local housing governance to best address the specific needs of the community. Advocate
for policies that empower the City to tailor housing
solutions to the unique challenges and aspirations of its residents, climate conditions, and development goals.
OPPOSE
Challenges to Local Land Use Control and Authority
- Strongly oppose any efforts that seek to preempt or
undermine local land use control and authority. Advocate vehemently for the preservation of the City’s autonomy
in making decisions that directly impact the development and character of the community.
Unfunded Mandates on Housing, Zoning, and Land
Use - Oppose any imposition of unfunded mandates,
particularly in matters of housing, zoning, land use, and pricing. Advocate for fair and equitable allocation of
resources to support local initiatives without burdening the City with financial obligations it cannot bear.
Preserving Local Control in Parking Management -
Actively resist policies and programs that aim to restrict local control in managing parking, especially in the
context of housing, Transit-Oriented Developments
(TOD), and mixed-use developments. Uphold the
importance of local decision-making to ensure effective management aligned with the City’s unique needs and
priorities.
SEEK FUNDING FOR
• Emergency assistance to help secure housing for communities experiencing or at risk of being unhoused. • Mixed-income housing programs.
• The design and construction of TOD, mixed-use developments, mixed-income housing and complete streets as part of corridor revitalization projects.
• The implementation of federal or state mandated programs that impact housing or zoning.
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Infrastructure
TRANSPORTATION & INFRASTRUCTURE
SUPPORT
Strategic Partnerships for Regional Infrastructure -
Foster enduring partnerships with neighboring cities,
regional agencies, and stakeholders to collaboratively
present funding requests. Prioritize advancing vital
infrastructure projects, such as the Rosemead/Lakewood
Blvd Complete Corridor project, for the overall benefit of the region.
Holistic Approach to Mobility and Safety - Advocate
for policies that holistically improve safety, mobility, and address overdue road and bridge enhancements.
Encourage the adoption of measures that not only
enhance transit services and reliability but also promote multi-modal and active transportation options.
Expanding Funding Eligibility for Critical Infrastructure - Champion legislative proposals that expand the
eligibility criteria for funding critical infrastructure and state-of-good-repair projects within the City. Seek inclusive language to ensure broader access to necessary funds.
Streamlined Design and Construction Processes -
Initiate programs aimed at streamlining the design
and construction phases of complete street and active
transportation projects. Emphasize the importance
of efficient processes that contribute to the timely
realization of essential projects and corridors.
OPPOSE
Oppose detrimental measures - Oppose policies
that stand in direct conflict with the City’s corridor
revitalization and mobility enhancement projects and
initiatives.
Leveraging Diverse Funding Sources - Pursue
favorable legislation that allows full funding eligibility and facilitates the utilization of private, non-traditional funding sources, alternative financing options, and
innovative project delivery methods. This approach will expedite infrastructure development within the City.
Coordinated Regional Transportation Integration -
Actively coordinate with Federal, State, and regional
partners to explore regional rail station alternatives
connecting the City to the larger regional transportation network. Ensure that such efforts contribute to a
seamless and well-integrated regional transit system.
Closing the Digital Divide - Implement policies and
programs geared towards accelerating broadband
accessibility. Address the digital divide in underserved communities by ensuring reliable and affordable access
to internet utilities and technology, thus fostering
inclusivity and equal access to information.
Ensuring Clean and Safe Drinking Water – Support
programs that streamline infrastructure projects
dedicated to providing clean, safe drinking water.
Commit to the well-being of residents by investing in
initiatives that guarantee access to essential resources.
Promoting Sustainable Transportation - Spearhead
programs aimed at advancing alternative modes of
transportation. Focus on addressing first/last mile
connections, reducing single-occupancy vehicle
trips, minimizing vehicle miles traveled, and actively
contributing to lowering greenhouse gas emissions.
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SEEK FUNDING FOR
• Design of the Rosemead/Lakewood Blvd Complete
Corridor Project.
• Study and design of a Metrolink Station in the City of Pico Rivera.
• Eligible projects under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) grant programs and all other
federal sources of funding.
• Operation and Maintenance of grade separation
projects.
• Security, fiber optic, broadband and maintenance
projects at City facilities.
• Unfunded projects identified in the City’s Five-Year
Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
• The development of comprehensive roadway safety
plans and implementation projects through the Federal
Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Program.
• The design and construction of complete street and
active transportation projects.
• Transportation projects that can be competitive for
funding requests through the California Transportation
Commissions, California State Transportation (CalSTA)
Agency, Caltrans, and Los Angeles County and all
other sources of state and county funding.
• State of Good Repair projects on roadways and
bridges to address damaged roads caused by freight
and logistics vehicles.
• Study, design and implementation of American with
Disabilities Act (ADA) plans for accessibility upgrades to City owned assets, public right of way, facilities and parks.
• Strategic transition and deployment of Electric
Vehicles (EV) and charging stations
• Broadband equity programs and initiatives
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WATER, SEWER, STORM DRAIN & ENERGY
SUPPORT
Ensuring Clean and Safe Drinking Water – Support
programs that streamline infrastructure projects dedicated to providing clean, safe drinking water and address concerns of “forever chemicals”, specifically as it relates to PFAS (per and poly-fluoroalkyl substances) and microplastics. Commit to the well-being of residents by investing in initiatives that guarantee access to essential resources.
Enhancing Water Reliability and Security - Support
proposals aimed at not only improving but also fortifying the reliability and security of water supplies and storage.
Advocate for proactive measures that ensure the
resilience of the City’s water infrastructure.
Equitable Energy and Utility Policies for Low-Income
Households - Support policies that prioritize and provide low-income households with reduced energy and utility
rates, rebates, or subsidies. Emphasize the importance
of equity in ensuring that all residents have access to essential services.
Valuing Recycled and Reused Water as a Resource -
Advocate for policies that explicitly recognize recycled and reused water as a valuable resource. Promote
sustainable practices that contribute to the conservation and efficient use of water in the community.
Lowering the Cost of Water Delivery - Strongly support
efforts aimed at lowering the cost of delivering water.
Prioritize initiatives that streamline processes and
technologies to ensure cost-effective and efficient water delivery systems.
Transparency and Fairness in Utility Charges - Prevent
the introduction of new non-bypassable charges, Power
Charge Indifference Adjustment (PCIA) increases, and
advocate for methodologies that are transparent and
developed through public processes. Support fair and
transparent utility charge structures that consider the interests and concerns of the public.
Expanding Electrification Infrastructure Responsibly
- Support programs intended to expand electrification
infrastructure. Advocate for responsible and sustainable expansion, ensuring that electrification efforts align with environmental goals, community needs, and grid capacity.
Explore all Sources of Renewable Clean Energies –
Actively participate in efforts advancing alternative
sources of clean energy infrastructure such as hydrogen fuel cell, solar power, and wind that can collectively
transition City infrastructure towards net zero.
Assisting Low-Income Households with Building
Electrification – Advocate for programs that provide
low-income households with low- or no-cost options to
transition to building electrification. Ensure equitable access to energy-efficient technologies that reduce
emissions, lower utility costs, and enhance home safety and comfort.
Grid and critical facility resilience - Support investments in backup power, microgrids, and resilient energy systems for critical facilities to maintain services during outages and extreme heat events.
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OPPOSE
Cost Pass-Through to Ratepayers - Oppose any measures that attempt to pass through costs of fines and penalties incurred by utility corporations directly to
ratepayers. Advocate staunchly against any attempts
to burden residents with the financial consequences of
corporate misconduct, ensuring that accountability is
appropriately placed.
Challenges to Municipal Autonomy in Rate Setting -
Strongly oppose policies that aim to restrict the City
from adjusting user rates or impose any limitations on its rights toward rate setting. Assertively defend the City’s autonomy in making informed decisions about user rates
and related policies, safeguarding the ability to act in the best interests of the community.
SEEK FUNDING FOR
• PFAS treatment, water purification and water
conservation projects.
• High priority Stormwater capital projects.
• Sewer Infrastructure Improvements.
• Water Infrastructure Improvement Projects.
• Dedicated operations and maintenance funding for
City utility facilities.
• Low-Income household utility bill relief.
• Energy delivery, storage, and electrification
infrastructure.
• Building electrification and decarbonization.
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Community
Engagement
PROGRAMMING & OUTREACH
SUPPORT
Empowering Multicultural Community Engagement -
Support efforts to actively engage residents of the City through intentional and robust multicultural community
programming. Advocate for initiatives that foster
inclusivity, celebrate diversity, and strengthen the social fabric of the community.
Supporting Senior, Veteran, and Disabled Communities
- Strongly support efforts to engage and provide
support for the senior population, veterans, and
disabled communities within the City. Advocate for
comprehensive programs that ensure the well-being,
dignity, and inclusion of these valuable community
members.
Developing Premier Recreation and Learning
Opportunities – Support efforts to develop world-class
recreation, sports, and outdoor learning programming.
Advocate for inclusive opportunities that enhance the
quality of life, public health, and community enrichment outcomes for all residents of the City.
SEEK FUNDING FOR
• Early care and educational opportunities within the
City.
• Senior, veteran and disabled wellness programming
and services.
• Implementation of art, culture and historic preservation programs.
• Election education and outreach programs, including
multilingual voter education materials, community
outreach events, youth civic programs, and digital
engagement tools.
Enhancing Immigrant Lives through Citizenship
Programs – Advocate for proposals intended to
introduce pathways to citizenship and improve the lives of immigrants and their families. Advocate for initiatives that facilitate integration, empowerment, and equal
access to opportunities for immigrant communities.
Integrating Art, Culture, and History into Community
Programming - Strongly support programs that actively
integrate art, culture, and the rich historical elements of the City into community programming. Advocate
for initiatives that celebrate the unique identity of the community, fostering a sense of pride and connection
among residents.
Increasing Citizen Engagement - Advocate for initiatives that foster civic participation, such as public forums, town hall meetings, or online platforms, to involve the community in decision-making processes and encourage
civic education programs in partnership with schools,
libraries, and community organizations to support the
youth understanding of local government, democratic
processes, and civic responsibility.
Sister Cities Partnerships – Support efforts that
strengthen and expand partnerships with the City’s
Sister Cities to promote cultural exchange, mutual
understanding, and global civic engagement.
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PICO RIVERA
EXECUTIVE TEAM
Steve Carmona, City Manager
Angelina G. Graves, Assistant City Manager
Cynthia Ayala, City Clerk
Alvie Betancourt, Director of Community & Economic Development Victor H. Ferrer, Director of Sustainability and PRIME
Jane Guo, Director of Administrative Services
Javier Hernandez, Director of Innovation & Communications Noe Negrete, Director of Public Works
Karine Shirinian, Director of Human Resources
Pamela Yugar, Director of Parks & Recreation
City of Pico Rivera
6615 Passons Blvd.
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
www.pico-rivera.org
To: Mayor and City Council
From: City Manager
Meeting Date: February 24, 2026
Subject: FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 CITY OF PICO RIVERA MID-YEAR BUDGET REPORT AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2025
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file the Mid-Year Budget Report ending December 31, 2025, which represents the balances and activity for the first and second quarters (July through December) of the 2025-26 fiscal year (FY); and
2. Approve Budget Adjustments amending the FY 2025-26 Adopted Budget for Other Funds as outlined in Enclosure 1 of this report.
Strategic Priority:
1 - Fiscal & Organizational Sustainability - Create a City government built to adapt to change.
Strategy:
1.3 Improve organizational effectiveness to reduce costs and streamline efforts.
Fiscal Impact:
The Mid-Year Budget Report provides an overview of revenues and expenditures for the first six (6) months of FY 2025-26. The FY 2025-26 Adopted Budget projected General Fund revenues of $63,554,917. The recommended Other Funds Capital Improvement Project Budget Adjustments listed in Enclosure 1 require additional appropriations of $1,478,182 and a $908,000 transfer within the Capital Improvement Fund.
Background:
On June 24, 2025, the City Council adopted a balanced FY 2025-26 Budget with projected General Fund revenues and expenditures totaling $63,554,917. This Mid-Year Budget Performance Report for FY 2025-26 covers the six (6)-month period from July 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025, and includes projections for the remaining six (6)-month period from January 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026.
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24, 2026 FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 CITY OF PICO RIVERA MID-YEAR BUDGET REPORT AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2025
The report provides an assessment of the City’s overall financial position, with a primary focus on the General Fund, and represents a key component of the City’s ongoing financial monitoring efforts. The mid-year review allows the City to evaluate current financial performance, identify emerging trends, and address unanticipated changes in a timely manner while reinforcing fiscal transparency, accountability, and the responsible stewardship of public funds.
By December 31, 2025, most budget categories are not expected to reach 50%, as fluctuations may occur due to the timing of receipts, expenditures, and projects. Staff will provide the City Council with an updated review of revenues and expenditures for the third quarter (July 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026) in early May 2026.
Discussion:
Based on financial activity throughout the first six (6) months of the fiscal year, the midyear outlook remains cautiously optimistic. Economic conditions indicate a slowing yet stable environment, with inflation continuing to moderate and interest rates decreasing gradually.
While consumer spending has remained relatively resilient, volatility in the retail sector and broader economic uncertainty continue to pose potential risks to key City revenue streams and therefore warrant close monitoring.
In response, the City is maintaining a proactive and fiscally disciplined approach by developing and carefully monitoring responsible, strategic budgets. This approach is designed to preserve core services, maintain financial flexibility, and support long-term fiscal sustainability while continuing to advance City Council priorities.
These efforts help ensure the City maintains both current and long-term financial sustainability and stability while preserving the flexibility needed to respond to changing economic conditions and service demands. This report provides a detailed financial analysis highlighting the major changes, key trends, and variances identified through the mid-year review, along with any recommended adjustments to support continued fiscal responsibility.
General Fund Mid-Year Review – Six (6) Months through December 31, 2025 Revenues
General Fund revenues through the halfway point (second quarter) totaled $25.35 million, representing 40% of the annual budget, compared to $24.13 million at the FY 2024-25 mid-year. General Fund revenues are not received evenly throughout the year, so revenue received through the second quarter is not expected to be 50% of the total budget. Staff projects that General Fund revenues will align with the amended budget by the end of the fiscal year for all revenue categories except for Charges for Services and CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24, 2026 FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 CITY OF PICO RIVERA MID-YEAR BUDGET REPORT AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2025
Licenses and Permits, as discussed later. The General Fund revenues by category are presented in Table 1.
The General Fund is supported by several revenue sources. The five (5) major categories are: Sales Tax, Property Tax, Business License Tax (BLT), Utility Users Tax (UUT), and All Other Revenues.
Sales tax is the primary source of revenue for the General Fund, accounting for 42% of total General Fund operating revenue. Sales tax revenue increased by $144,300, or 2%, compared to the same period last fiscal year, driven primarily by inflation. The increase is primarily in State and County Pools and the Building and Construction sectors.
Measure P continues to show growth, driven by inflation, as consumers remain cautious about spending on non-essential products and projects. Projections remain conservative, with expectations to meet the budget. Staff will continue to monitor trends and provide an updated estimate in the FY 2025-26 Third-Quarter report.
Property tax is the second-largest contributor to General Fund revenues, accounting for 24% of total General Fund operating revenue. Property tax revenue increased by $593,100, or 8%, compared to the same period last fiscal year.
On December 18, 2025, the Los Angeles County Fourth Supervisorial District Consolidated Oversight Board approved the final dissolution of the Successor Agency to the Pico Rivera Redevelopment Agency. As a result, the General Fund received an additional $208,000 in property tax distribution in December 2025.
The dissolution of the Successor Agency will also result in long-term fiscal benefits for the City and other taxing entities. Beginning in FY 2026–27, the General Fund is projected to receive approximately $955,000 in additional property tax revenue annually. In addition, the annual $1,065,000 transfer from the General Fund to the Successor Agency Fund will cease in FY 2026–27, further improving the City’s General Fund position.
Between July and December 2025, the average median sale price of a detached singlefamily home in the City of Pico Rivera was $740,000, reflecting an increase of $7,750, or
1.1%, compared to the same period in 2024.
BLT revenues are higher compared to the same period last year by $294,200, or 22%, due to higher collections of some aged BLT balances through coordination with HdL’s compliance division in FY 2025-26. This growth also reflects the continued impact of Measure AB, a measure overwhelmingly approved by City voters in November 2022. The measure modernized the City’s outdated BLT fee structure, resulting in a more equitable system that supports small businesses.
Since the new fee structure took effect in January 2023, the City has seen a steady rise in BLT revenues as more businesses renew their licenses under the updated framework.
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The increase reflects both improved compliance and a more equitable distribution of fees across business types and sizes.
The Licenses and Permits category decreased by $149,800, or 11%, compared to the same period last fiscal year. This decrease is primarily due to significant plan check revenue recognized in the prior fiscal year from the Knights Inn redevelopment project, which is being converted into a 95-unit townhome condominium complex.
Construction is currently underway, and the City has begun receiving building permit revenues for this project. However, building permit revenues are recognized as each townhome is constructed; therefore, revenues will be received incrementally over the construction period, with project completion anticipated in 2028. Upon completion, the project will transform the former Knights Inn into a 95-unit townhome community featuring a mix of two- to four-bedroom homes and will represent the most extensive townhome development in the City over the past 20 years.
Based on current year-end projections, Licenses and Permits revenues are expected to come in below the adopted budget. While activity related to the Knights Inn redevelopment and other development projects will continue to generate revenue over time, receipts are occurring more gradually than initially anticipated. Staff will continue to monitor development activity and revenue trends closely and will incorporate any updated estimates into the FY 2025–26 Third Quarter Review.
Utility Users Tax (UUT) revenue is higher by $51,638, or 3%, compared to the same period in the prior fiscal year. The increase is primarily attributable to higher remittances from electric and natural gas service providers.
As of February 2025, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) discontinued publishing Electricity and Utility Piped Gas indices at the metropolitan level, which previously included Los Angeles County. The City is now referencing data published at the broader West Region level. Based on the most recent BLS data, the Electricity index for the West Region increased by 2.5% year over year, while the Utility Piped Gas index increased by
2.8%, which is consistent with the upward trend in UUT receipts.
Franchise Tax revenues are lower by approximately $10,000, or 15%, compared to the same period in the prior fiscal year. Franchise taxes are fees paid to the City by utility and service providers for the right to use public rights of way to deliver services, such as cable, electricity, and telecommunications. The decrease is primarily attributed to reduced receipts from cable service providers, which may reflect continued subscriber declines as customers’ transition from traditional cable services to streaming platforms.
Historically, most franchise tax revenues are collected in the late third quarter or early fourth quarter of the fiscal year. Staff will continue to monitor collections and will provide updated projections as part of the FY 2025–26 Third Quarter Review.
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Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT), the hotel visitor tax, is higher by $13,900, or 11%, compared to the same period last fiscal year, primarily due to a one-time catch-up payment received from a hotel operator. This payment relates to services rendered in FY 2024–25 but was not received until after the fiscal year-end. As a result, the revenue was recognized in the first quarter of the current fiscal year, contributing to the increase.
Charges for Services decreased by $31,800, or 10%, compared to the same period in the prior fiscal year, primarily attributed to a process change in the treatment of the Technology Surcharge permitting fee. Beginning in FY 2025–26, Technology Surcharge revenues are recorded in the City’s Financial System Fund (Fund 450) to support financial software needs, resulting in less Charges for Services revenues in the General Fund.
All Other Revenues, which include Fines and Forfeitures, Use of Money, Cost Reimbursement, and Intergovernmental Revenue, increased by approximately $347,800, or 12%, compared to the same period last year.
A significant portion of this increase reflects the City’s implementation of appropriate cost reimbursement for the use of General Fund facilities by enterprise operations for FY 2023-
26. The City has initiated charging the Water Fund and the PRIME enterprise fund for office and storage space used to support enterprise activities that were previously fully absorbed by the General Fund. This adjustment ensures a more equitable distribution of costs by aligning expenses with the funds that directly benefit from the use of City facilities, while strengthening the General Fund's financial integrity.
Operating Transfers In, which include the State of California Gas Tax, decreased by $37,750, or 5%, compared to the same period last year. This decrease reflects broader statewide trends: as more drivers shift to electric and fuel-efficient vehicles, gasoline consumption declines and tax revenues fall. The State of California is actively exploring alternative funding strategies to address this growing gap and ensure sustainable support for transportation infrastructure and maintenance.
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Table 1. General Fund Revenues by Category
Expenditures
General Fund expenditures through the halfway point (second quarter) total $35.24 million, or 53% of the amended budget of $66.82 million.
Most departmental expenditures have increased from the same period last fiscal year, partially due to $708,000 in salary and benefit increases resulting from cost-of-living (COLA) adjustments and departments filling vacancies. Statewide factors have contributed to the City’s higher CalPERS pension contributions and rising healthcare costs. Increasing medical and long-term care expenses, coupled with California’s high healthcare inflation, have significantly impacted liabilities across the state. These factors increased the CalPERS Pension Contributions by over $278,000 for FY 2025-26 compared to FY 2024-25.
In the first half of FY 2024-25, the City Council approved Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) between the City of Pico Rivera and four (4) employee bargaining groups: the Professional and Confidential Employees Association (CEA), the Service Employees International Union Local 721 (SEIU), the Directors’ Union, and one (1) part-time hourly employee group. The approved MOUs include annual Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) of 3% in FY 2025-26, which is the second year of the current MOUs.
The Maintenance and Operations costs in the General Fund increased by $2.02 million compared to this same period last year. This increase is primarily attributed to higher contracts and supply expenses, rising healthcare insurance costs, and elevated insurance premiums as global markets adjust to increased claim activity and policy changes. The City anticipates further increases in General Liability and Workers’ Compensation premiums in the coming years. These factors collectively reflect broader economic trends impacting operational expenses across City services. Table 2 below shows expenditures by department.
Revenue Source
FY 24-25
MID-YEAR
ACTUALS
FY 25-26
ADOPTED
FY 25-26
AMENDED
FY 25-26
MID-YEAR
ACTUALS
FY 25-26
YEAR-END
PROJECTIONS
$
FY 25-26
vs.
FY 24-25
MID-YEAR
%
FY 25-26
vs.
FY 24-25
MID-YEAR
YEAR-END
VARIANCE
Sales Tax 8,321,081 26,944,275 26,944,275 8,465,391 26,944,275 144,310 2% - Property Tax 7,011,822 15,228,118 15,228,118 7,604,886 15,536,935 593,063 8% 308,817 Utility Users Tax 1,857,573 4,262,741 4,262,741 1,909,211 4,262,741 51,638 3% - Franchise Tax 69,490 1,025,570 1,025,570 59,218 1,025,570 (10,272) (15%) - Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) 120,507 457,512 457,512 134,360 457,512 13,853 11% - Business License Tax 1,350,117 4,999,443 4,999,443 1,644,317 4,999,443 294,200 22% - Charges for Services 322,918 693,451 693,451 291,070 570,260 (31,848) (10%) (123,191) Licenses & Permits 1,334,683 2,441,764 2,441,764 1,184,915 2,232,509 (149,768) (11%) (209,255) All Other Revenues* 2,951,778 5,684,206 5,684,206 3,299,569 5,819,751 347,791 12% 135,545 OPERATING REVENUE 23,339,968 61,737,080 61,737,080 24,592,936 61,848,996 1,252,967 5% 111,916 Operating Transfers In** 789,327 1,817,837 1,817,837 753,576 1,817,837 (35,750) (5%) - TOTAL - GENERAL FUND REVENUE 24,129,295 63,554,917 63,554,917 25,346,512 63,666,833 1,217,217 5% 111,916 *Includes Fines & Forfeitures, Use of Money, Other Revenue, and Intergovernmental Revenue **Includes Transfer In (Gas Tax)
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Table 2. General Fund Expenditures by Department
Discussion of departments with significant variances from the prior year is as follows:
• Administration mid-year expenditures are $615,000, or 60%, higher compared to the same period last year. This increase is primarily due to the Information Technology Division being moved from the Administrative Services Department to the Administration Department. Additional contributing factors include COLA increases. Maintenance and Operations expenditures have also risen, largely due to the City Clerk scanning project, higher usage and costs for City Attorney services, and expanded branding and marketing expenditures for the Innovation and Communications Department.
• Public Safety expenditures for the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) are tracking higher compared to the same period last year by $817,000, or
DEPARTMENT /
EXPENDITURE CATEGORY
FY 24-25
MID-YEAR
ACTUALS
FY 25-26
ADOPTED
FY 25-26
AMENDED
FY 25-26
MID-YEAR
ACTUALS
FY 25-26
YEAR-END
PROJECTION
S
$
FY 25-26
vs.
FY 24-25
MID-YEAR
ACTUALS
%
FY 25-26
vs.
FY 24-25
MID-YEAR
ACTUALS
Percentage
of Budget
Used
YEAR-END
VARIANCE
ADMINISTRATION
Salaries & Benefits $ 796,169 $ 2,056,745 $ 2,056,745 $ 936,751 $ 2,004,340 $ 140,582 18% Maintenance & Operations 221,150 1,790,003 2,016,930 695,688 2,006,891 474,539 215% TOTAL ADMINISTRATION 1,017,318 3,846,748 4,073,675 1,632,439 4,011,231 615,121 60% 40% (62,444) Public Safety 7,142,004 16,159,285 17,545,320 7,958,538 17,545,320 816,534 11% 45% -
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
Salaries & Benefits 971,158 2,256,161 2,256,161 987,999 2,191,161 16,841 2% Maintenance & Operations 432,511 309,328 294,328 142,190 294,017 (290,321) (67%) TOTAL ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 1,403,669 2,565,489 2,550,489 1,130,189 2,485,178 (273,480) (19%) 44% (65,311) COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEV.
Salaries & Benefits 1,877,357 4,574,922 4,574,922 2,091,785 4,484,870 214,428 11% Maintenance & Operations 425,598 2,839,885 3,100,454 567,481 3,100,454 141,883 33% TOTAL COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEV 2,302,955 7,414,807 7,675,376 2,659,266 7,585,324 356,311 15% 35% (90,052) Non-Departmental 6,170,335 8,039,648 8,054,648 6,972,282 8,099,771 801,947 13% 87% 45,123
HUMAN RESOURCES
Salaries & Benefits 457,026 936,359 936,359 462,004 901,621 4,978 1% Maintenance & Operations 169,064 405,997 496,544 135,621 501,290 (33,443) (20%) TOTAL HUMAN RESOURCES 626,090 1,342,356 1,432,903 597,625 1,402,911 (28,465) (5%) 42% (29,992)
PARKS & RECREATION
Salaries & Benefits 2,746,903 6,488,869 6,488,869 2,943,089 6,405,391 196,186 7% Maintenance & Operations 906,522 1,885,211 1,980,202 1,045,813 1,980,202 139,290 15% TOTAL PARKS & RECREATION 3,653,425 8,374,080 8,469,071 3,988,901 8,385,593 335,476 9% 47% (83,478)
PUBLIC WORKS
Salaries & Benefits 2,743,076 6,324,445 6,287,460 2,878,644 6,276,974 135,568 5% Maintenance & Operations 2,664,650 5,423,059 5,950,056 2,636,603 5,910,117 (28,048) (1%) TOTAL PUBLIC WORKS 5,407,726 11,747,504 12,237,516 5,515,246 12,187,091 107,520 2% 45% (50,425)
GENERAL FUND OPERATING
EXPENDITURES 27,723,522 59,489,917 62,038,998 30,454,486 61,702,419 2,730,964 10% 49% (336,579) TOTAL Salaries & Benefits 9,591,689 22,637,501 22,600,516 10,300,270 22,264,358 708,582 7% TOTAL Maintenance & Operations 18,131,834 36,852,416 39,438,482 20,154,216 39,438,062 2,022,382 11% 27,723,522 59,489,917 62,038,998 30,454,486 61,702,419 2,730,964 10% 49% (336,579) Operating - Transfers Out 1,065,000 1,065,000 1,065,000 1,065,000 1,065,000 - 0% Non-Operating - Transfers Out 5,042,650 3,000,000 3,719,027 3,719,027 3,719,027 (1,323,623) -26%
TOTAL - GENERAL FUND
EXPENDITURES $ 33,831,172 $ 63,554,917 $ 66,823,025 $ 35,238,513 $ 66,486,446 $ 1,407,341 4% 53% (336,579) CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24, 2026 FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 CITY OF PICO RIVERA MID-YEAR BUDGET REPORT AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2025
11%, due to the annual contract increase with LASD and the enhancement of public safety programs. These enhancements include additional video monitoring services throughout City parks provided by Netwatch, the extended ShotSpotter Gunshot Detection System, Public Safety Coordinator consulting services, and expanded security services from Southwest Patrol, Inc.
• Administrative Services expenditures are $273,000, or 19%, lower compared to the same period last year due to the Information Technology Division moving to the Administration Department.
• Community and Economic Development expenditures are tracking $356,000, or 15%, higher compared to the same period last year, primarily due to COLA increases and the filling of previously vacant Senior Manager and Parking Enforcement Officer positions. Maintenance and Operations costs have also increased, driven by initiatives to update the City’s Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and expanded homeless outreach efforts.
• Human Resources expenditures are tracking $28,000, or 5%, lower compared to the same period last fiscal year, primarily due to pending contract renewals, which have temporarily delayed spending; these expenditures are anticipated to occur in the second half of the fiscal year.
• Parks and Recreation expenditures are tracking $335,000, or 9%, higher compared to the same period last fiscal year, due to several factors. These include higher personnel costs due to COLA increases; hiring of a Supervisor and Coordinator; higher hourly salaries for parks and seasonal programs such as Camps, Facilities, and Programs, as well as Senior Services; and the promotion of various Recreation Leader positions.
Maintenance and Operations costs have risen, primarily driven by contract increases, the addition of security services for special events, higher event ticket costs for camps and excursions, and the printing of the seasonal Recreation Guide. Furthermore, higher costs for the Summer Street Fest, higher equipment rental costs for National Night Out, and one-time costs associated with temporarily relocating the City Council Chambers to the Senior Center have contributed to the increase in expenditures.
• Public Works expenditures are $108,000, or 2%, higher compared to the same period last year. The increase is primarily attributed to COLA, merit increases, the filling of several vacant positions within the Engineering and Maintenance Divisions, and higher hourly salaries for parks and street maintenance staff. Group Health costs have also contributed to the increase. Maintenance and Operations expenditures are higher as well, driven by increased costs for Contracted Services such as street sweeping and graffiti abatement. Other notable increases include higher utility, repair, and service costs, as well as equipment replacement costs.
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• Non-Departmental expenditures are tracking higher by $802,000, or 13%, compared to this same period last year. The increase is primarily due to higher Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) costs and a $200,000 increase in contributions toward the City’s Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) obligations.
Other increases include $570,000 in citywide General Liability and Workers’ Compensation insurance premiums, $16,000 in group health insurance, and $20,000 in higher debt service payments. These cost increases are primarily attributed to ongoing significant pressures from the broader insurance market, high-cost legal settlements, rising property values, and the exit of several insurers from the California market.
• Operating Transfers Out include the $1.065 million Sales Tax Pledge from the General Fund to the Successor Agency (Fund 851). With the Successor Agency now dissolved, as discussed earlier, there will be no more similar transfers in future fiscal years. The elimination of this ongoing obligation will strengthen the General Fund and provide additional financial capacity for the City to fund essential services and community priorities.
• Non-Operating Transfers Out include the Capital Improvement Project funding of $3 million for Pavement Management. The funding is essential for achieving the City’s objective of raising the Pavement Condition Index to a reasonable level.
While the FY 2025-26 transfer for Pavement Management is $2 million lower than the prior year, the funding remains a key investment in maintaining and improving roadway infrastructure.
In addition, on October 14, 2025, the City Council approved a $291,000 transfer to the Financial System Fund to support the implementation of the City’s budget software, including ongoing subscription and related support costs. This investment strengthens the City’s financial management systems and supports long-term operational efficiency.
Furthermore, on December 9, 2026, the City Council approved a $428,000 transfer to the Liabilities Claim Fund to address a fund deficit primarily attributable to FY 2024-25 claims that required the City to pay $300,000 self-insurance retentions.
General Fund Citywide
At the end of the second quarter or halfway point, expenditures exceeded revenues, primarily due to the upfront payment of some expenditures, such as the Sales Tax Pledge transferred to the Successor Agency, CalPERS UAL payment, transfers to the Capital Improvement Fund for Capital Improvement Projects, COLA increases, and General Liability insurance premiums. This pattern is consistent with prior years, except in the specific instances outlined earlier in this report.
Table 3 summarizes citywide General Fund revenues and expenditures.
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Table 3. General Fund Revenues and Expenditures Citywide Totals The Administrative Services Department conducted a five (5) year comparison of operating revenues and expenditures (excluding transfers) from mid-year FY 2021-22 through mid-year FY 2025-26, as shown in Graph 1. In FY 2021-22, the pandemic's impact had largely subsided, allowing operations to align with pre-pandemic budget levels more closely. FY 2022-23 and subsequent mid-year periods reflected the effects of inflationary pressures and rising interest rates, which influenced both revenue performance and expenditure levels. Through mid-year FY 2025-26, operating expenditures remain elevated due to ongoing cost pressures, while operating revenues continue to grow modestly, supporting overall fiscal stability. [This space intentionally left blank]
FY 24-25
MID-YEAR
ACTUALS
FY 25-26
ADOPTED
FY 25-26
AMENDED
FY 25-26
MID-YEAR
ACTUALS
FY 25-26
YEAR-END
PROJECTIONS
$
FY 25-26
vs.
FY 24-25
MID-YEAR
ACTUALS
%
FY 25-26
vs.
FY 24-25
MID-YEAR
ACTUALS
YEAR-END
VARIANCE
REVENUE* $ 24,129,295 $ 63,554,917 $ 63,554,917 $ 25,346,512 $ 63,666,833 $ 1,217,217 5% 111,916 $ EXPENDITURES** 27,723,522 59,489,917 62,038,998 30,454,486 61,702,419 2,730,964 10% (336,579) SUBTOTAL (3,594,227) 4,065,000 1,515,919 (5,107,974) 1,964,414 (1,513,747) 42% 448,495 OPERATING TRANSFERS OUT 1,065,000 1,065,000 1,065,000 1,065,000 1,065,000 - 0% - NON-OPERATING TRANSFERS OUT (ONE-TIME) 5,042,650 3,000,000 3,719,027 3,719,027 3,719,027 (1,323,623) (26%) - SURPLUS / (DEFICIT) $ (9,701,877) $ - $ (3,268,108) $ (9,892,001) $ (2,819,613) $ (190,124) 2% 448,495 $ 63,554,917
*Includes Non-Operating Transfers In (Gas Tax and Intergovernmental Transfers) **Includes Vacancy Savings
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Graph 1. Mid-Year 2022 Actuals through Mid-Year 2026 Actuals Staff recommends the following budget adjustments to meet operational needs:
Capital Improvement Funds Budget Adjustments (Enclosure 1):
The City maintains a five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) that includes projects to improve streets, bridges, roadways, parks and open spaces, stormwater quality, water production, treatment, and delivery, sanitary sewer systems, City buildings, and other large-scale capital projects. These projects are reviewed as part of the FY 2025-26 MidYear Budget Review. Upon analysis, the CIP projects outlined below require mid-year budget adjustments net of $1.478 million. As outlined in Enclosure 1, these adjustments do not impact the General Fund.
• Bridge Preventive Maintenance Program – Cooperative Agreement with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works (LACDPW) (CIP No. 21315) Additional funding of $180,000 is required to address the difference between the City’s estimated project share provided by LACDPW at the time the Cooperative Agreement was executed in 2015 and the final actual construction costs at project completion. Under the Cooperative Agreement, the City is responsible for its proportionate share based on actual project costs. The increase in the City’s share is primarily attributed to inflation and higher material costs incurred during the construction period. Staff recommends appropriating $180,000 from the Proposition C Fund (Account No. 206.70.7300.54500-21315) to complete project closeout and satisfy the City’s contractual obligations.
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• Major Arterials Signing and Striping Project (CIP No. 50107) The Major Arterials Signing and Striping Project provides for the citywide replacement and enhancement of pavement striping and traffic signage along major arterial streets to improve roadway visibility and overall traffic safety.
Maintaining clear and compliant striping and signage is critical to ensuring safe travel for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians throughout the City.
To support these efforts, staff recommends appropriating an additional $100,000 in Measure R funds (Account No. 207.70.7300-54500-50107) to ensure sufficient funding is available to fully implement and close out the project. • Road Resurfacing Program - Overlay and Reconstruction Project (CIP. 50106) and Citywide Roadway Resurfacing and Reconstruction 2025-27 (CIP. 50134) In August 2018, the Pico Rivera Public Finance Authority issued the Local Transportation Sales Tax Revenue Certificates of Participation, Series 2018 (COP), in the aggregate principal amount of $14,695,000. The City has been utilizing these bond proceeds for a variety of street improvement projects.
Approximately $1,446,000 in proceeds remains available, of which $538,000 has already been appropriated to CIP. 50106.
Staff recommends appropriating the remaining $908,000 in the COP funding to CIP No. 50106 (Account No. 305.70.7300-54500–CIP.50106). Staff further recommends transferring an equivalent amount of CIP funding from CIP. 50106 (Account No. 400.70.7300-54500-CIP.50106) to the Citywide Roadway Resurfacing and Reconstruction 2025–27 project (Account No. 400.70.7300- 54500-CIP. 50134).
These actions will ensure that the more restricted funding source is utilized first, while also providing additional funding support for the broader roadway resurfacing and reconstruction program.
• Gallatin Road and Paramount Boulevard Safety Street Improvements (NEW CIP No. 50135)
There have been numerous incidents involving vehicles traveling at excessive speeds northbound on Paramount Boulevard at the intersection of Gallatin Road.
Previous countermeasures have not been effective in reducing speeding or preventing recurring collisions, resulting in repeated damage to the perimeter wall of the adjacent mobile home park. If unaddressed, the incidents will continue to pose a significant risk of property damage and/or potential injury. The proposed design would establish a safer, much-needed physical barrier to deter speeding and help prevent further damage to the perimeter wall of the adjacent mobile home park.
To implement a long-term safety solution, staff recommends increasing the Measure R Fund appropriation for this project by $250,000 (Account No.
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207.70.7300-54500-CIP. 50135) to fund the proposed improvements and mitigate the risk of future incidents.
• Rosemead and Beverly Boulevard Intersection Improvements (CIP No. 21276) The City is a member of the SR-91/I-605/I-405 Corridor Cities Committee through its participation in the Gateway Cities Council of Governments (GCCOG). Through the Gateway COG Hot Spots Program, the City was awarded $18,254,500 in reimbursement grant funds to implement intersection capacity improvements along Rosemead Boulevard to reduce congestion within the corridor. Four (4) intersections within the City were identified for improvements, including Rosemead Boulevard at Beverly Boulevard, which represents the final project completed under the program. On December 2, 2025, Metro Management Audit Services issued its Final Audit Report with no findings.
To formally close out the project, $182 in costs were determined to be ineligible for reimbursement. Staff recommends appropriating $182 from the CIP Fund (Account No. 400.70.7300-54500-CIP. 21276) to fully reconcile the project and complete the final closeout.
• Urban Water Management Plan 2025 (CIP No. 30069)
Assembly Bill 797, adopted in 1985, requires urban water suppliers to prepare and update an Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) every five (5) years in accordance with the California Water Code and guidance issued by the State Department of Water Resources (DWR). In addition, the Water Conservation Act of 2009 (Senate Bill X7-7) requires UWMPs to include detailed information on a water system’s facilities, water supply and demand, conservation measures, historical production data, and recycled water use. For the 2025 cycle, the completed UWMP must be submitted to DWR no later than July 1, 2026.
To comply with these requirements, the City is initiating a request for proposals (RFP) from qualified consulting firms to update its UWMP and Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP). To complete the required updates within the mandated timeline, staff recommends increasing the Pico Rivera Water Authority Fund appropriation for this project by $40,000 (Account No. 550.70.7340-54500-CIP. 30069).
Enterprise Funds
The City has four (4) Enterprise Funds: Water Authority, PRIME, Golf Course, and Sports Arena. Collectively, these are separate funds in which the City charges customers a fee to cover all or most of the costs of the services it provides. These funds are reviewed as part of the FY 2025-26 Mid-Year Budget Review. The comprehensive summary of Enterprise Fund revenues and expenses as of December 31, 2025, is presented in Table
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Table 5. Enterprise Funds Revenues and Expenses Totals
Water Operations Enterprise Fund
The Water Operations Enterprise Fund supports the operation and maintenance of the City’s water treatment, transmission, and distribution systems. The FY 2025-26 Water Fund revenues reflect the continued implementation of the annual water rate adjustment adopted by the City Council on April 27, 2021, and remain consistent with projected levels to sustain ongoing system operations and infrastructure needs.
Expenses during this period include the purchase of a new vehicle to support field operations and improve service efficiency. Operating costs have also increased due to rental charges, as described earlier, based on the Water Fund’s use of City facilities.
These charges reflect the Enterprise Fund’s share of the facility space used for water operations. Additionally, the fund continues to support active Capital Improvement Projects, including the Water Main Replacement project.
Pico Rivera Innovative Municipal Energy (PRIME) Fund
The PRIME Fund accounts for the revenues and expenses associated with procuring and distributing environmentally sustainable energy to customers. The FY 2025-26 PRIME Fund revenues have stabilized following the rate increase approved by the City Council in February 2023 and implemented in October 2023. Although revenues decreased 3% from the prior period, they remain generally on track and are expected to increase during the summer months as energy demand rises with warmer weather.
Expenditures have decreased by approximately 20%, primarily due to a significant decline in Resource Adequacy prices, which have dropped from a peak of approximately $115 per kW month in 2024 to roughly $15 per kilowatt (kW) month. Higher costs incurred earlier in the fiscal year were associated with securing Year-Ahead Resource Adequacy requirements, while ongoing monthly costs are currently manageable within the remaining budget. Staff will continue to monitor market conditions and expenditure trends to ensure continued fiscal stability within the fund.
Golf Course Fund
At the midpoint of FY 2025–26, the Pico Rivera Golf Course is reporting lower revenues and reduced operational expenses. The City transitioned to a new management company in February 2024 to enhance the facility’s offerings, elevate service standards, and provide specialized operational expertise. The reduction in expenses at mid-year is Water
Operations PRIME Golf Course Sports Arena
Revenue $ 7,447,653 $ 14,482,968 $ 633,497 $ 48,520
Expense 5,273,384 10,105,375 815,922 74,594
OPERATING SURPLUS / (DEFICIT) 2,174,269 4,377,593 (182,425) (26,074) Less: Capital Outlay 216,879 - - -
TOTAL SURPLUS / (DEFICIT) $ 1,957,389 $ 4,377,593 $ (182,425) $ (26,074) FY 2025-26 Enterprise Funds Mid-Year Results
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primarily attributed to a shift toward performing more services in-house and vendor discounts secured through the management company’s established industry relationships. In addition, staff turnover resulted in lower payroll expenditures.
Revenue declines are due in part to personnel changes, particularly within kitchen operations, that temporarily limited food and beverage service capacity and reduced concession sales. In addition, a modest decrease in golfer activity during the period contributed to lower overall operating revenues. New kitchen staff have since been hired, and additional programs are being implemented to increase golfer participation and strengthen food and beverage sales in the coming months.
While expenditures have stabilized at mid-year, rising material and service costs may place upward pressure on expenses later in the fiscal year. Staff will continue to closely monitor the fund’s financial performance and provide updates as appropriate.
Sports Arena Fund
This fund incurred a net operating loss at the midpoint of FY 2025-26, following a series of undisclosed immigration raids conducted by the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) across Los Angeles County. Widespread fear among vulnerable residents has led to significant social and economic disruption.
The Pico Rivera Sports Arena, which primarily serves Latino communities, has been especially impacted, experiencing reduced attendance and increased financial strain. In response, the City Council approved a hardship waiver of $144,367 on October 28, 2025, to offset the Sports Arena’s first- and second-quarter rental payments for FY 2025-26.
Conclusion:
This Mid-Year (second quarter) report provides a summary of the City’s operating revenues and expenditures for the period ending December 31, 2025, in comparison to the previous year. Preliminary financial results indicate continued progress toward achieving structural balance, supported by the City’s commitment to fiscal discipline.
Departments remain focused on managing financial pressures while minimizing the impact on the General Fund and should be commended for their ongoing efforts and responsible stewardship.
Ongoing uncertainty surrounding federal fiscal resources, including potential changes to funding priorities, reimbursement timing, and grant availability, continues to present budgetary risks for local governments. The timing and overall impact of these uncertainties remain unclear and may affect revenue from federal programs, reimbursements, and grants.
Given these uncertainties, it is prudent for the City to continue closely monitoring its revenues and expenditures. Prolonged uncertainty at the federal level, along with broader economic factors, could have downstream impacts on key General Fund revenue CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT – MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24, 2026 FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 CITY OF PICO RIVERA MID-YEAR BUDGET REPORT AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2025
sources, including sales tax, business license tax, licenses and permits, and charges for services.
Steve Carmona
SC:AG:JG:JA:DS:JM:ep
Enclosure: 1) FY 2025-26 Mid-Year Capital Improvement Funds Budget Adjustment Worksheet
CITY OF PICO RIVERA
Fiscal Year 2025-26 Mid-Year Budget Adjustments
ENCLOSURE 1 - CIP Other Funds - No General Fund
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT - NO GF Decrease Increase
New
Appropriation
Request
Net Increase /
(Decrease) Notes
REVENUE
-$ $ - -$ $ -
EXPENDITURE
PROPOSITION C
206.70.7300-54500-21315 -$ $ 180,000 - $ $ 180,000
Appropriate an additional $180K in Prop C Funds (Fund 206). Additional funding is needed for construction closeout completed by LACDPW, project administration, and any contingency needed to complete the project.
Project: Bridge Preventative Maintenance Program (BPMP)
MEASURE R FUND
207.70.7300-54500-50107 $ - $ 100,000 - $ $ 100,000
Appropriate an additional $100K in Measure R Funds (Fund 207). Additional funding is needed for construction, inspection services, project administration and contingency to complete the Project.
Project: Major Arterials Signing and Striping
207.70.7300-54500-NEW 50135 $ - $ 250,000 - $ $ 250,000 Appropriate $250K in Measure R Funds (Fund 207) to new CIP. High priority project due to the numerous accidents involving vehicles traveling northbound at excessive speeds. Repairs to recent incidents have not mitigated accidents. The proposed project is needed to prevent future accidents, potential property damage, and potential serious injury.
Project: NEW 50135 - Gallatin Road and Paramount Boulevard Safety Improvements Project 2018 SERIES A CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION (COP) FUND
305.70.7300-54500-50106 $ - $ 908,000 - $ $ 908,000
Appropriate $908,000 in COP Funds (Fund 305) to CIP50106. Transfer remaining balance of 2018 Series A Certificates of Participation Funds (COP) to CIP50106 as the Project moves to construction.
Project: Road Resurfacing Program - Overlay and Reconstruction
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
400.70.7300-54500-50106 $ (908,000) $ - -$ $ (908,000)
Transfer out $908,000 in the Capital Improvement Fund (Fund 400) to new resurfacing project CIP 50134 for future Citywide Roadway.
Project: Road Resurfacing Program - Overlay and Reconstruction 400.70.7300-54500-50134 -$ $ 908,000 -$ $ 908,000
Transfer $908,000 the in Capital Improvement Fund (Fund 400) from CIP. 50106 to CIP. 50134 in the CIP Fund.
Project: Citywide Roadway Resurfacing and Reconstruction 2025–27 400.70.7300-54500-21276 -$ $ - $ 182 $ 182
Appropriate $182 in the Capital Improvement Fund (Fund 400) to CIP 21276 to close out the project and cover unreimbursable expenditures due to escrow payment received.
Project: Rosemead/Beverly Rd Intersection Improvements
WATER AUTHORITY FUND
550.70.7300-54500-NEW NonCIP 30069 $ - $ - $ 40,000 $ 40,000 Appropriate $40,000 in Pico Rivera Water Authority Funds (Fund 550) for the preparation and update of the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan Update and Water Shortage Contingency Plan. Mandatory Update that needs to be completed every 5 years to comply with the California Water Code and the latest Department of Water Resources 2025 Guidebook. Due for submittal by or before July 1, 2026.
Project: NEW NonCIP 30069- 2025 Urban Water Management Plan Update $ (908,000) $ 908,000 $ 1,478,182 $ 1,478,182
-$ $ - -$ $ -
$ 1,478,182
February 24, 2026
EXPENDITURE ADJUSTMENTS
REVENUE ADJUSTMENTS
NET ADJUSTMENTS INCREASE/(DECREASE)
Enclosure 1
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ACTION TAKEN: Memo; Staff
Report; Closed Session;
Presentation; Follow-up
Meeting; City Manager Reports;
Informal Action
DISCUSSION
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ACTION
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STATUS:
Complete;
Pending;
On-going;
In-Progress
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