City Council Agenda Report
Meeting Date: October 6, 2026
From: Brian Saeki, City Administrator
Department: City Administration
Submitted by: Lilia Hernandez, Deputy City Administrator Subject
Presentation on East Los Angeles College Southeast Education Campus Recommendation
No action required by City Council. This is a presentation only.
Background
Since 1994, East Los Angeles College (ELAC) has offered educational services to students in the Southeast Los Angeles area, including Vernon, at their satellite campus located in the City of South Gate. Construction is currently underway for a new permanent state-of-the-art southeast campus that will open its doors in Fall 2027. In preparation for the opening of the new ELAC Southeast Education Campus, Dr. Monte E. Perez, President of ELAC, will provide a presentation to the City Council on the new facility and the expanded educational opportunities that will become available.
Strategic Plan Goals
Goal 1: Strengthen City Credibility and Partnerships
Fiscal Impact
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.
Attachments
1. Presentation – East Los Angeles College Southeast Campus