CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
A regular meeting of the City Council and Water Authority was held in the Auditorium, Pico Rivera Senior Center, 9200 Mines Avenue, Pico Rivera, California.
Mayor/President Camacho called the regular meeting to order at 6.04 p m. on behalf of the City Council and Water Authority
PRESENT Garcia, Lara, Sanchez, Camacho
ABSENT Lutz
*Mayor Pro Tem Dr Sanchez arrived at 6:26 p m
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT
• Rocio Parra, Parks and Recreation Commission
• Bob Perez, Sister City Commission
INVOCATION. Delivered by Councilmember Garcia
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Led by Mateo Marin, 2nd grade student from South Ranchito Elementary
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
• A Certificate of Recognition was presented to the winners of the "Name Our Orange" initiative
• A Certificate of Recognition was presented to the Pico Fast Pitch 6U Gold All Stars team for their hard work, dedication, and contribution to the team's undefeated summer and becoming seven -time undefeated champions
• A Proclamation was presented to Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Margaret Miller] Bernal in recognition of her distinguished 32 -year career with the Superior Court of Los Angeles and her unwavering dedication and commitment to the judiciary
PUBLIC HEARING
City Council.
1 Public Hearing — Resolution Approving Substantial Amendments to the Fiscal Years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plans and Approval of Amendment to Upwards Care, Inc. Agreement. (1600)
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Mayor Camacho opened the public hearing and noted that there were no oral or written communication to provide public testimony
Mayor Camacho closed the public hearing
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Dr Sanchez, seconded by Councilmember Garcia to 1) Conduct a public hearing to receive public comments, 2) Approve Resolution No 7461 approving Substantial Amendments to the fiscal years (FY) 2024-25 and 2025-26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plans and authorizing the City Manager or designee, to amend, update, and submit the amended Plans to the U S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), execute agreements with eligible subrecipients, procure the services, supplies, programs, and equipment necessary to implement the approved CDBG activities, 3) Approve Amendment No 1 to Agreement No 25-2426 with Upwards Care, Inc., extending the term of the agreement through March 31, 2026, to allow for proper program closeout; and 4) Authorize the City Manager and City Attorney to execute all agreements and related documents necessary to implement the approved CDBG-funded activities. Motion carries by the following roll call vote Resolution No 7461 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING SUBSTANTIAL
AMENDMENTS TO FISCAL YEARS 2024-2025 AND 2025-2026
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL ACTION PLANS
Agreement No 25-2426-1
AYES Camacho, Lara, Sanchez, Garcia
NOES None
ABSENT Lutz
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Joe Basulto, Pico Water District:
• Addressed the City Council to formally invite the City Council and City Management to attend the District's upcoming 100th Anniversary Celebration on June 26
Aaron Aguiar•
• Addressed the City Council to request that the Smith Park soccer field be made available to residents beyond those affiliated with recognized youth organizations Lauren Talbott:
• Addressed the City Council regarding the library updates for the month of March Yvette Romero
• Addressed the City Council to express concerns regarding late -night loud music and the delayed response from the Pico Rivera Sheriffs Department.
Written communication was received by the following
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Michael Wauschek:
• Addressed the City Council to express appreciation to the City for approving Agenda Item No 5, the Lead -Free Homes LA Program Memorandum of Understanding
Carlos Encalada
• Addressed the City Council to raise concerns about the increasing debris and bulky item trash near Fairway Drive and San Gabriel River Parkway, and to comment on the City's limited involvement in the upcoming FIFA World Cup and 2028 Olympics events.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
City Council
2. Minutes
• Approved City Council regular meeting of February 10, 2026
3. Approved 11th Warrant Register of the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year (700) Check Numbers 299570-299988
Special Check Numbers None
4 Treasurer's Monthly Investment Transaction Report as of January 31, 2026. (700)
1 Received and filed the Treasurer's Monthly Investment Transaction Report as of January 31, 2026
5. Memorandum of Understanding with the County of Los Angeles to Implement the Lead -Free Homes LA Program Management Services. (500) 1 Approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the County of Los Angeles and authorized the City Manager or his designee to execute said Memorandum of Understanding in a form approved by the City Attorney
6. General Services Agreement with Suffice Custom Inc., DBA Suffice Millwork for Furniture Purchase and Installation — Parks and Recreation Building. (500)
1 Approved the Sole Source Justification for Suffice Custom Inc., DBA Suffice Millwork for the purchase and installation of office furniture, 2 Approved a General Services Agreement to Suffice Custom Inc., DBA ' Suffice Millwork for the purchase and installation of office furniture for the Parks and Recreation Office for a not -to -exceed amount of $79,730, and 3 Authorized the City Manager to execute the Agreement and any necessary amendments, in a form approved by the City Attorney
Agreement No 26-2530
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7 Professional Services Agreement with Restoration Management Company for Parks and Recreation Building Water Damage Restoration. (500) 1 Declared the remediation work performed due to the water damage at the Parks and Recreation building as emergency work;
2 Approved an appropriation of $494,332 from the Liability Claims Fund, 3 Awarded an emergency professional services agreement to Restoration Management Company for the restoration of the Parks and Recreation building due to water damage in the amount of $494,331 80, 4 Authorized the City Manager to execute the professional services agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney; and
5 Accepted the work as completed for the Parks and Recreation building water damage restoration
Agreement No 26-2531
8. Consideration of City Contribution of Up to $20,000 Toward Reward in the August 21, 2026, Homicide Investigation. (700)
1 Authorized the City Manager, or designee, to coordinate with Los Angeles County law enforcement to offer up to $20,000 in City funds toward a reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction in the August 21, 2025, for the homicide of Marc Sweet; and
2 Approved an additional appropriation of $20,000 from FY 2025-26 General Fund Unappropriated Fund Balance
Water Authority.
9 Minutes
• Approved the Water Authority regular meeting of January 13, 2026 10 Amendment No. 6 to Professional Services Agreement No. 23-71 with Tetra Tech, Inc. for the Water Main Replacement Project, CIP No. 50078. (500) 1 Approved Amendment No 6 to Agreement No 23-71 with Tetra Tech Inc. in the additional amount of $15,500, increasing the total not -to -exceed contract amount to $240,500, to provide additional technical services during construction of the Water Main Replacement Project (Project), 2 Authorized the Executive Director to execute the amendment in a form approved by the General Counsel; and
3 Authorized the Executive Director to process contract amendments, as needed, for an additional amount of $30,000, thereby revising the total contingency not -to -exceed amount to $75,000 for design and technical construction -support contingency
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Motion by Councilmember/Commissioner Lara, seconded by
Councilmember/Commissioner Garcia to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 2 through 10 Motion carries by the following roll call vote
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AYES Garcia, Lara, Sanchez, Camacho
NOES None
ABSENT Lutz
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS PULLED FOR FURTHER CLARIFICATION None REGULAR AGENDA.
City Council
11 First Reading and Introduction of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 5.08 (Business License and Permit Requirements) of the Pico Rivera Municipal Code). (700)
City Manager Carmona provided a concise overview explaining the rationale for the proposed amendment.
Motion by Councilmember Garcia, seconded by Councilmember Lara to introduce and waive the first reading of Ordinance No 1204 amending Chapter 5 08 of the Pico Rivera Municipal Code to clarify and expand business license exemptions for City -authorized farmers' market and special event vendors. Motion carries by the following roll call vote Ordinance No 1204 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING SUBSTANTIAL
AMENDMENTS TO FISCAL YEARS 2024-2025 AND 2025-2026
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL ACTION PLANS
AYES Garcia, Lara, Sanchez, Camacho
NOES None
ABSENT Lutz
12. Adoption of the 2026 Pico Rivera Legislative Platform. (100) Senior Management Analyst Garcia delivered a concise presentation on the City's 2026 Legislative Platform, outlining its purpose, key goals, and the City's Federal, State, and Regional/Local priorities for 2026, as well as the proactive advocacy initiatives supported through the Abstract software platform.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Dr Sanchez, seconded by Councilmember Garcia to 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. Motion carries by the following roll call vote
AYES Garcia, Lara, Sanchez, Camacho
NOES None
ABSENT Lutz
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13. Fiscal Year 2025-26 City of Pico Rivera Mid Year Budget Report as of December 31, 2025. (700)
Administrative Services Director Guo presented a brief overview of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-26 Mid -Year Budget review, which included a comparison of General Fund Operating Revenues and Expenditures for FY 2024-25 versus FY 2025-26, General Fund Mid -Year Revenues, Major General Fund Mid -Year Revenues, and the percentage of the amended budget. The presentation also covered FY 2024-25 versus FY 2025-26 General Fund Mid -Year Expenditures by department, FY 2025-26 Mid -Year Enterprise Fund performance, adjustments for FY 2025-26, as well as CIP funds, new appropriations, and allocation requests
The Mayor and City Council commended Administrative Services Director Guo and her team for their excellent work.
Motion by Councilmember Garcia, seconded by Councilmember Lara to 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 the report. Motion carries by the following roll call vote
AYES Garcia, Lara, Sanchez, Camacho
NOES None
ABSENT Lutz
CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORTS None
GOOD OF THE ORDER (INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGENCY MEETINGS, AB 1234) Councilmember Lara reported on his participation in a recent Beautification Ad Hoc Committee, during which the Purple Heart monument design was discussed Councilmember Garcia requested that staff identify a temporary location to accommodate the Pico Boys Softball team due to the imminent Whittier Dam construction project, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Dr Sanchez. He also sought clarification on the pothole repair and slurry process
In response, Public Works Director Negrete explained that following rainfall, residents typically submit service requests for pothole repairs through the City's service request system Arterial streets, being heavily traveled, are prioritized for repairs, followed by residential streets He further clarified that cold patch is a temporary repair method, while hot asphalt provides a more permanent solution Shallow potholes are generally filled with cold patch due to its lower cost and quicker application, whereas deeper or more severe potholes are repaired using hot asphalt.
Mayor Pro Tem Dr Sanchez reported on her attendance at a State of the Region South EI Monte, LA Clay Olympics Venue hosted by the EI Monte and South EI Monte Chamber
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of Commerce and shared that she will serve as a guest speaker at the upcoming Women's Empowerment Luncheon by the Pico Rivera Chamber of Commerce Additionally, she requested that staff look into the water pooling on Burke Street and Mines Avenue along the Bike path
Mayor Camacho highlighted the KB Homes ribbon -cutting ceremony and the re -grand opening of Shakey's Pizza and invited the community to attend the upcoming Grand Opening of the Alebrije Dog Park on February 27 and highlighted the upcoming opening of the renovation of the City Hall Council Chambers
Additionally, he asked when residents can expect construction to begin on the road improvement project. Public Works Director Negrete stated that work is anticipated to start in Tate May or early June
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor/President Camacho adjourned the City Council and Water Authority regular meeting at 7:26 p.m in memory of Gustavo Martinez, Deputy Counsel for the Consulate General of Mexico in Los Angeles There being no objection it was so ordered PRESENT Garcia, Lara, Sanchez, Camacho
ABSENT I Lutz
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ATTEST
Gus o V Camacho, Mayor/President
Cynthia. Ay ( , CMC, City Clerk
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct report of the proceedings of the City^Cquncil_'and Water Authority regular meeting dated February 24, 2026, and approved bythe-City-Council on March 10, 2026
Cynthia Ay a,_CMC, City Clerk