SPECIAL SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at
5:30 p.m.
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVE
SOUTH GATE, CA 90280
VIEW MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT:
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City Officials
MAYOR,
Maria Davila
CITY CLERK,
Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR,
Joshua Barron
CITY TREASURER,
Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER,
Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER,
Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER,
Gil Hurtado
CITY ATTORNEY,
Ra
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F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER,
Al Rios
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body from taking further action and moving forward on the agenda.
Meeting Schedule
The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, closed session business will usually commence at 5:30 p.m., when scheduled, and general business 1 session will commence at 6:30 p.m.
Brown Act
Agendas are drafted to accurately state what the legislative body is being asked to consider. The legislative body can take action on "all items" listed on the agenda and be in compliance with the open meeting laws. Under the Brown Act, no action may be taken on a matter unless it is listed on the agenda, or unless certain emergency or special circumstances exist. The governing body may direct staff to investigate and/or schedule certain matters for consideration at a future meeting.
City's Vision Statement
We envision a thriving, safe and inclusive community where everyone has the opportunity to access exceptional services, education and support to be resilient and live full, vibrant lives.
Public Communications
Public Comments on agenda items are limited to three (3) minutes. All comments are to be addressed directly to the Agency Members not to the members of the public.
Emails for public comment received prior to 4:00 pm on the day of the Council Meeting will be summarized by the City Clerk, not read in its entirety. A copy of the email will be provided to the City Council and will also be available at the City Clerk's Office for public review. A copy of each email will be recorded for public record and noted on the official minutes of tonight's meeting.
Call to Order/Roll Call
CALL TO ORDER:
Maria Davila, Mayor
ROLL CALL:
Yodit Glaze, City Clerk
Open Session
1. Certificates of Appreciation to United States Postal Service Mail Carriers and Clerks
The City Council will issue Certificates of Appreciation to the United States Postal Service Mail Carriers and Clerks. (CC)
Documents:
Item 1 Report 09232025.pdf
2. Introduction of New and Promoted Employees for the month of August 2025
The City Council will consider receiving and filing the list of new and promoted full-time employees hired or promoted during August 2025. (HR)
Documents:
Item 2 Report 09232025.pdf
2 Closed Session
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – PENDING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a), 54954.9(b)(3)(C), 54956.9(d)(1)(4)
a. Lorena Higadera and Luis Higadera v. City of South Gate, et al. b. Teresa Reyes Ramirez and Hector Ernesto Ramos Martinez v. Joshua Ruben Gonzalez, City of South Gate, et al.
c. Secondary Opioid Manufacturers and Purdue National Opioid Settlements United States District Court Case No. 1:17-MD-2804
Documents:
Closed Session Memorandum 09232025.pdf
Adjournment
I, Yodit Glaze, City Clerk, certify that a true and correct copy of the foregoing Meeting Agenda was posted on September 18, 2025, at 2:05 p.m., as required by law.
Yodit Glaze
City Clerk
GENERAL NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
The City Council adopted new rules relating to the conduct of the public meetings, proceedings, and business in the City of South Gate on July 12, 2022, (Resolution 2022-38-CC) and go into effect on August 1, 2022. Resolution #2022-38-CC is available at the City Clerk’s Office.
MEETING SCHEDULE
Regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, closed session meetings will commence at 5:30 p.m. unless posted otherwise on its agenda. The regular City Council meetings will commence at 6:30 p.m. Agendas are available at the following locations:
City Clerk
Office,
Public Notice Boards at City Hall, and on the
City’s web page at https://www.cityofsouthgate.org
The Public can sign up to receive automatic notices of postings of agendas for the City Council or any other Commission or Board of the City of South Gate. Visit the City webpage and click on the Agenda & Minutes icon. That will take you the page where an individual can enter their email in the “Email Updates” box to register.
PUBLIC COMMENT/PARTICIPATION
Any person may request to address a legislative body during a public meeting. The Presiding Officer will call upon those present in the Council Chambers first. After all speakers in the Chambers have spoken, the Presiding Officer will call upon those participating via zoom or teleconference.
Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes on any item listed on the agenda, including public hearings.
Under Comments from the Audience portion, speakers are also limited to a single three (3) minutes time limit. Comments from the Audience is initially limited to 45 minutes at each meeting. Any speaker still wishing to speak, that did not speak, will have an addition Comments from the Audience opportunity after the last business item is finished. The Presiding Officer may extend the time limit as long as there is no 3 objection from the City Council as a body.
To ensure that the public is able to participate, the City provides the opportunity to submit their comments in person, virtually, email, phone call, mail and any other method which may become available. Methods of participation may be subject to change during other such times when a State of Emergency, Health Order or State Executive Order limits in-person participation.
CURFEW
In absence of a motion duly adopted by majority vote of the City Council, the Presiding Officer may adjourn the City Council meetings at 10:30 p.m. The Presiding Officer may ask the City Council if any agenda items listed should be continued or dealt with during the meeting. For those items to be continued, the City Council can direct the item be placed on the next City Council agenda or the current meeting may be adjourned to a time certain at which time the meeting shall be reconvened as an Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council and action upon the published agenda continued.
STAFF REPORTS
As a general rule, staff reports. or other written documentation are prepared/organized with respect to each item of business listed on the agenda. Meeting agendas and staff reports are available at least 72- hours prior to the scheduled regular City Council meeting and a minimum of 24-hours prior to a Special City Council meeting. There are times when the City Council receives written material. revised material after the posting of agendas, these materials are become a public record and will be available for public view within 72-hours after the meeting in which they were received. Those materials and any other public document can be inspected in the City Clerk's Office located at 8650 California Avenue, South Gate.
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[email protected]
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CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATI.0'N
Presented by the South Gate City Council
on Behalf of the Citizens of South Gate to:
EstherVa[verde
In recognition and commendation for your 42 years of dedicated service as a Mail Carrier to the South Gate community.
Through rain or shine, your steadfast commitment has ensured that neighbors, businesses, and families remain connected. Your dedication, reliability, and friendly presence have made you a trusted professional and a valued part of our city.
The City of South Gate extends its sincere appreciation for your loyalty, hard work, and meaningful service.
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Presented by the South Gate City Council
on Behalf of the Citizens of South Gate to:
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In recognition and commendation for your 37 years of dedicated service as a Mail Carrier to the South Gate community.
Through rain or shine, your steadfast commitment has ensured that neighbors, businesses, and families remain connected. Your dedication, reliability, and friendly presence have made you a trusted professional and a valued part of our city.
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CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION
Presented by the South Gate City Council
on Behalf of the Citizens of South Gate to:
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In recognition and commendation for your 31 years of dedicated service as a Mail Carrier to the South Gate community.
Tbrough rain or shine, your steadfast commitment has ensured that neighbors, businesses, and families remain connected. Your dedication, reliability, and friendly presence have made you a trusted professional and a valued part of our city.
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CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION
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on Behalf of the Citizens of South Gate to:
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In recognition and commendation for your 31 years of dedicated service as a Mail Carrier to the South Gate community.
Through rain or shine, your steadfast commitment has ensured that neighbors, businesses, and families remain connected. Your dedication, reliability, and friendly presence have made you a tnisted professional and a valued part of our city.
The City of South Gate extends its sincere appreciation for your loyalty, hard work, and meaningful service.
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Presented by the South Gate City Council
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In recognition and commendation for your 31 years of dedicated service as a Mail Carrier to the South Gate community.
Through rain or shine, your steadfast commitment has ensured that neighbors, businesses, and families remain connected. Your dedication, reliability, and friendly presence have made you a trusted professional and a valued part of our city.
The City of South Gate extends its sincere appreciation for your loyalty, hard work, and meaningful service.
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Presented by the South Gate City Council
on Behalf of the Citizens of South Gate to:
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In recognition and commendation for your 30 years of dedicated service as a Mail Carrier to the South Gate community.
Through rain or shine, your steadfast commitment has ensured that neighbors, businesses, and families remain connected. Your dedication, reliability, and firiendly presence have made you a trusted professional and a valued part of our city.
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Through rain or shine, your steadfast commitment has ensured that neighbors, businesses, and families remain connected. Your dedication, reliability, and friendly presence have made you a tnisted professional and a valued part of our city.
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In recognition and commendation for your 31 years of dedicated service as a Clerk to the South Gate community.
Your long-standing commitment, professionalism, and tireless contributions have greatly supported the residents of our city and strengthened the quality of life in South Gate.
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CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA BJILL
Item No. 2
For the Special Meeting of: September 23, 2025
Originating Department: Human Resources
Htmxan Resources Director: City Manager:
J Hamilton Rob Houston
SUBJECT: INTRODUCTION OF THE NEW AND PROMOTED FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES HIRED IN THE MONTH OF AUGUST 2025
PURPOSE: To introduce to the City Council the newly hired and promoted full-time employees in the month of August 2025.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: The City Council will consider receiving and filing the list of new and promoted fiill-time employees hired or promoted during August 2025.
FISCAL IMPACT: None
ANALYSIS: None
BACKGROUND: The following is a list of new and promoted full-time City employees who were hired or promoted in the month of August 2025:
Name Title Department Division
Original
Hire
Date
Promo
Date
Promoted From
Sergio Lupian Park Facilities
Maintenance
Worker
Parks &
Recreation
Maintenance 08/25/25
Isaac Beteta Police Sergeant Police Patrol 03/16/15 08/24/25 Police Officer ATTACHMENT: PowerPoint Presentation
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INTRODUCTION OF THE
CITY’S NEW & PROMOTED
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES
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Parks & Recreation
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4 Sergio Lupian
Park Facilities Maintenance
Worker
Parks & Recreation
Date of Hire: 8/25/2025
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6 Isaac Beteta
Police Sergeant
Police
Original Date of Hire: 3/16/15
Date of Promotion: 8/24/2025
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CITYMANAGER'S OFFICE
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SUBJECT: CLOSED SESSION ITEMS FOR THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 23, 2025
Tlie following items sliould be listed on the Closed Session Agenda for tlie Special City Council Meeting of tlie City of South Gate on September 23, 2025, at 5:30 p.m.:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - PENDING LITIGATION Pcirsuant to Govei-ninent Code Section 54956.9(a), 54954.9(b)(3)(C), 54956.9(d)(1)(4) a. Lorena Higadera and Luis Higadera v. City of South Gate, et al. b. Teresa Reyes Ramirez and Hector Ernesto Ramos Martinez v. Joshua Ruben Gonzalez, City of South Gate, et al.
c. Secondaiy Opioid Manufacturers and Purdue National Opioid Settlements United States District Corirt Case No. 1:17-MD-2804 If you have any qriestions, please do not hesitate to contact this office irnrnediately. 23