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REVISED AGENDA
WHITTIER CITY COUNCIL
WHITTIER REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY
WHITTIER UTILITY AUTHORITY
REGULAR JOINT MEETING
COUNCIL CHAMBER AND FRONT LAWN, 13230 PENN STREET
APRIL 28, 2026, 6:00 PM
This portion of the meeting will take place in the City Hall Council Chamber.
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. 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.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS
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.
To ensure a productive and respectful environment during City Council meetings, all attendees are asked to conduct themselves with courtesy and professionalism.
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.
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.
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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.
6. PRESENTATION
6.A. 2026 General Municipal Election Certification
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-19, reciting the facts of the General Municipal Election held on April 14, 2026, declaring the results and such other matters as provided by law.
Newly Elected Council Members will be installed on the Front Lawn of City Hall.
6.B. Installation of Newly Elected Council Members
Recommendation: Conduct the swearing-in ceremony for newly elected Council Members.
The remainder of the meeting will be held in the City Hall Council Chamber.
6.C. Selection of Mayor Pro Tem
Recommendation: Nominate a Council Member to serve as Mayor Pro Tem for a one-year period.
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. 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Recommendation: Accept the 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant in the amount of $19,382.
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8.C. Federal Transportation Administration Title VI Program Plan Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-20 approving the City’s Title VI Program Plan Update and authorize the City Manager to execute the Title VI Program Plan Update.
8.D. Water Division's Business Continuity System
Recommendation: In conformance with Government Code Sections 7929.205 and 7929.210, approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement and any necessary amendments for the Water Division’s Business Continuity System, and adopt Resolution No. WUA2026-05, amending the 2025-26 Budget to appropriate $140,000 for the Water Division’s Business Continuity System.
9. STAFF REPORT
9.A. Council Ad Hoc and Outside Agency Appointments
Recommendation: Review and make changes to appointments on outside agencies and Council Ad Hoc Committees as needed.
10. COUNCIL MEMBER / DIRECTOR COMMENTS AND CONFERENCE REPORTS
11. CLOSED SESSION
11.A. 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, Whittier Police Management Association, and unrepresented employees
12. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
13. ADJOURNMENT
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Disability-related services are available to enable persons with a disability to participate in this meeting, consistent with the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Spanish interpreters are also available. For information or to request services, please contact the City Clerk at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting at (562) 567-9850.
The agenda packet for regular meetings is available three days before the meeting on http://www.cityofwhittier.org. Materials distributed to the City Council within 72 hours of the City Council meeting are available for public inspection; please contact the City Clerk’s Office.
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El paquete de la agenda para juntas regulares están disponible tres días antes de la reunión en www.cityofwhittier.org. Los materiales distribuidos al Concejo Municipal dentro de las 72 horas de la reunión del Concejo Municipal están disponibles para inspección pública; póngase al contacto con la Oficina de la Secretaria Municipal.
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 23rd day of April 2026. /s/ Rigoberto Garcia Jr., City Clerk