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AGENDA
WHITTIER CITY COUNCIL
WHITTIER REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
WHITTIER UTILITY AUTHORITY
REGULAR JOINT MEETING
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 13230 PENN STREET
FEBRUARY 24, 2026, 6:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR SESSION
2. ROLL CALL
Joseph A. Vinatieri, Mayor
Octavio Martinez, Mayor Pro Tem
Fernando Dutra, Council Member
Mary Ann Pacheco, Council Member
Cathy Warner, Council Member
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. PRESENTATIONS
4.A. Recognition of Curator Nickolas Edmeier / Whittier Museum
5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
This is the time for the City Council/Boards of Directors to reorder the agenda, or delete items, or make changes to the Agenda.
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public Comment Cards are available near the entrance to the Council Chamber, with instructions on obtaining a speaking number.
The public is invited to address City Council Members and Directors regarding any item of business listed on this agenda or within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City. Pursuant to State law, City Council Members cannot take action or express a consensus on any communications that do not appear on the printed agenda.
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Please refrain from using profanity, making personal attacks, or engaging in conduct that disrupts or interferes with the orderly progression of the meeting. While the First Amendment protects a broad range of speech, including opinions that some may find offensive, the City may intervene only in cases involving true threats, incitement to violence, or substantial disruption to the proceedings.
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Courts have consistently ruled that attempts to censor protected speech—even when offensive—can expose cities to costly legal challenges and liability. Such litigation diverts public funds from vital services like public safety, parks, and libraries. For this reason, the City Council urges all speakers to express their views in a manner that is civil and constructive.
The City of Whittier is committed to serving all members of the public with respect.
While the City does not endorse or condone discriminatory or hateful speech, it must uphold constitutional protections as interpreted by the courts.
If any member of the public finds a comment objectionable, they are free to leave the chamber at their discretion.
Please be advised: Conduct that materially disrupts the meeting may result in removal, in accordance with Government Code Section 54957.95 and Penal Code 403.
Detailed instructions on how to provide public comments are provided on the Agenda Announcement Page.
7. CITY MANAGER REPORT
8. JOINT CONSENT CALENDAR
All items on the Consent Calendar may be approved by a single motion. If a Council Member or Director wishes to discuss a Consent Calendar item, the item may be removed from the calendar for individual consideration.
8.A. Waive Further Reading
Recommendation: After the City Clerk has read the title, waive full reading of all resolutions and ordinances on this agenda for adoption.
8.B. Approval of Minutes
Recommendation: Approve the January 27, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes.
8.C. Claims Against the City
Recommendation: Deny claims filed by Denise A. Tubbs, Melissa Bautista, Marcos De La Cruz, Margaret Mejia, Justin Foust (minor) and guardian Michael Foust.
8.D. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 3175 - Short Term Rentals - Zoning Code Amendment No. ZCA24-0003
Recommendation: Conduct second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 3175, approving Zoning Code Amendment No. ZCA24-0003, relating to short-term rental regulations.
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8.E. Ad Hoc Committee - Board and Commission Interviews Recommendation: Establish an ad hoc committee for the purpose of interviewing and selecting applicants for board, commission, and committee vacancies, and appoint Mayor Vinatieri and Council Member Pacheco to the ad hoc committee.
8.F. Memorandum of Understanding - Los Angeles County Development Authority
Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) for lead abatement of homes in Whittier.
8.G. Professional Services Agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles
Recommendation: Approve a professional service agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles, for exterior home repair projects for low- to moderate-income homeowners in the City of Whittier with a total contract expenditure not to exceed $100,000 and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement and necessary amendments.
8.H. Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Mid-Year Budget Update
Recommendation: Receive and file the mid-year budget update for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
8.I. Clean Power Alliance - Outside Agency Appointment
Recommendation: Appoint the Public Works Management Analyst as the City's alternate to the Clean Power Alliance Joint Powers Agreement.
8.J. Disposition of City Property - Vehicles
Recommendation:
1) Declare the following vehicles to be surplus:
No.14348, 2010 Ford E350;
No.16351, 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe;
No.41509, 2009 Ford E350;
No.415081, 2009 Ford E350;
No.13397, 2009 Ford E350,
No.13386, 2016 Ford Utility Interceptor;
No.13359, 2017 Ford Utility Interceptor;
No.14327, 2002 Ford E250;
No.13398, 2016 Ford Utility Interceptor;
No.13376, 2021 Ford Utility Hybrid Interceptor;
No.29133 2014 AutoCar Xpert;
No.31162 2004 214 JCB;
No.18627 1990 GMC Top Kick; and
2) Direct staff to sell the surplus vehicles and equipment at public auctions to the highest bidder.
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8.K. Multi-Way Stop- Anaconda Street and Hornby Avenue
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-13, establishing a Multi-Way Stop control intersection at the controlled intersection of Anaconda Street and Hornby Avenue.
8.L. Parcel Map 84222 - 8816 Shoemaker Avenue
Recommendation: Approve Final Parcel Map 84222 in substantial conformance and authorize the City Clerk and City Engineer to sign on behalf of the City.
8.M. Award of Contract - Bronte Drive Water Line Replacement Recommendation:
1) Adopt Resolution No. WUA 2026-02, amending the Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 Budget in the amount of $1,328,870 for the Bronte Dr. Water Line Replacement Project;
2) Award the construction contract to Williams Pipeline Contractors, Inc., in the amount of $1,207,870 for the construction of the Bronte Dr. Water Line Replacement Project;
3) Reject all other bids;
4) Authorize the Executive Director to sign the construction contract on behalf of the Whittier Utility Authority; and
5) Approve $121,000 in contingency funding for the Bronte Dr. Water Line Replacement Project, subject to the approval of the Executive Director.
8.N. Engineering Services for Treatment System Expansion – Award of Contract
Recommendation: Authorize the Executive Director to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Jacobs to provide engineering design and consulting services for a Treatment System Expansion Project (Project) for a fee not to exceed $1,772,906.00 and adopt Resolution No.
WUA-2026-03 amending the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget with a supplemental funding appropriation for the project.
8.O. Palm Avenue Improvement Project from Beverly Boulevard to Whittier Boulevard - Notice of Completion
Recommendation:
1) Approve $206,982 in additional funds to close out the project; 2) Accept the work performed by Big Ben Engineering for the Palm Avenue Improvement Project; and
3) Authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion on behalf of the City of Whittier.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
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10. STAFF REPORTS
10.A. Code of Ethics – Advisory Bodies
Recommendation: Receive and file a report outlining the City’s existing policies related to ethical standards and conduct applicable to City Council, Boards, and Commission Members, and provide direction as appropriate.
11. COUNCIL MEMBER / DIRECTOR COMMENTS AND CONFERENCE REPORTS
12. CLOSED SESSION
12.A. Approval of Minutes - Closed Session
Approve the January 27, 2026 Closed Session Minutes.
12.B. Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation, significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(e)(1):
One Case.
12.C. Conference with Real Property Negotiators pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: APN 8140-025-005 (12102 Hadley St)
City Negotiator: Conal McNamara, Executive Director
Property Negotiator: Los Angeles County Fire Department Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
12.D. Conference with Real Property Negotiators pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: APN 8170-029-900 (12540 Whittier Blvd) and 8170-029-902 (12549 Washington Blvd)
City Negotiator: Conal McNamara, Executive Director
Property Negotiator: William Nascimento, Sycamore Group LLC Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
12.E. Conference With Legal Counsel—Existing Litigation pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(d)(1):
Whittier Conservancy v. City of Whittier – Case No. 25STCP04856
12.F. Conference With Legal Counsel—Existing Litigation pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(d)(1):
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12.G. Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Negotiator: Conal McNamara
Represented and Unrepresented Employee: Whittier City Employees’ Association, Whittier Police Officers’ Association, and unrepresented employees
13. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
14. ADJOURNMENT
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I hereby certify under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing agenda was posted in accordance with the applicable legal requirements.
Regular and Adjourned Regular meeting agendas may be amended up to 72 hours in advance of the meeting. Dated this 19th day of February 2026. /s/ Rigoberto Garcia Jr., City Clerk