El Monte public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for December 24, 2024, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 14, 2025.

Permit Committee

The Permit Committee is meeting to review new, renewal, and continued permit applications. The agenda specifically lists two continued applications for automotive-related businesses.

• Continued application for Davin Cheam (dba: TP AUTO DISMANTLER INC) at 2749 Durfee Ave
• Continued application for Jesus Santiago (dba: 1 STOP REBUILT AUTO SERVICE) at 3821 Arden Dr for a secondhand dealer without DOJ

City Council

The city council will meet in closed session to confer with legal counsel on four existing and anticipated litigation matters and to negotiate with four labor bargaining units. The open session portion of the meeting consists only of recognitions and general public comment; no votes on ordinances, contracts, or other substantive public items are scheduled.

• Closed session conference on existing litigation: Amber C. Servin vs. Alma K. Martinez, et al (LASC Case No. 24PSCV02923)
• Closed session conference on existing litigation: Bruce Foltz vs. City of El Monte (LASC Case No. 24STCV28185)
• Closed session conference on existing litigation: Leos v. City of El Monte (Central District Court Case No. 2:23-cv-02427)
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for four bargaining units: El Monte General Unit (SEIU Local 721), El Monte General Mid-Management Unit (SEIU Local 721), El Monte Police Officers Association, and El Monte Police Mid-Manager’s Association
• Presentation by Ricardo Padilla, El Monte/South El Monte Emergency Resources President (recognition, no action)

The El Monte City Council approved an urgency ordinance changing regular meetings to the second and fourth Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m., and authorized $5,008,000 for the Zamora Park Renovation Project, including a $350,000 Quimby Fund appropriation. The council also approved a $3.14 million police technology ecosystem, a $1.19 million software consulting contract, and ratified a police mid-managers' MOU. All votes were 6-0 with Councilmember Longoria absent.

• Approved urgency ordinance changing meetings to 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. (6-0)
• Authorized $5,008,000 for Zamora Park Renovation Project, awarding bid to AMG & Associates (6-0)
• Appropriated $350,000 Quimby Funds for Zamora Park (6-0)
• Approved $3,143,520.28 police technology ecosystem with Axon (6-0)
• Approved $1,188,600 Munis software consulting contract with Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker (6-0)
• Ratified 2024-2027 MOU with Police Mid-Managers' Association (6-0)
• Approved $46,000 for six portable police radios (6-0)
• Approved $1,000 for police less-lethal projectiles (6-0)

Zoning Review Committee

The Zoning Review Committee will hold a public hearing to consider a minor variance for a single-family home. The applicant seeks to build a 455 square foot addition that would reduce the required rear setback from 20 feet to 6 feet.

• Minor Variance (MV) No. 05-2024 for 5368 La Madera Avenue
• Proposed 455 square foot addition to an 846 square foot dwelling
• Request to reduce rear yard setback from 20 feet to 6 feet
• Appeal fee for committee decisions: $964.00 or $1,628.00

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) request to operate an indoor commercial recreation facility (basketball/badminton) within an existing 9,110-square-foot warehouse at 4451 Shirley Avenue in the M-2 (General Manufacturing) zone. Staff recommends approval with a Categorical Exemption under CEQA Class 1 (Existing Facilities). The commission will also consider approving minutes from prior Zoning Review Committee and Planning Commission meetings.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 11-2024 for indoor basketball/badminton facility at 4451 Shirley Avenue (APN 8577-003-011)
• CEQA categorical exemption (Class 1, Existing Facilities) recommended for the CUP project
• Approval of Zoning Review Committee minutes from November 12, 2024
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from August 27, 2024 and September 10, 2024
• Resolution No. 3676 to be adopted for the CUP approval recommendation

City Council

At this special meeting, the El Monte City Council will consider a resolution to certify the results of the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election and concurrently confirm and adopt a voter-approved ballot measure that increases the city's general-purpose transactions and use tax rate to 3/4% and extends it indefinitely. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Resolution No. 10585 declaring results of the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election
• Ordinance No. 3038 confirming and adopting voter-approved measure increasing transactions and use tax to ¾% and extending it indefinitely

The City Council certified the results of the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election and concurrently adopted the voter-approved ballot measure that increases the city's general-purpose transactions and use tax rate to 3/4% and extends it indefinitely. The resolution and ordinance were approved unanimously (5-0) with two councilmembers absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Certified November 5, 2024 election results (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3038 increasing transactions and use tax to 3/4% indefinitely (5-0)

Permit Committee

The Permit Committee is meeting to review new applications for live entertainment events. The body will consider requests for specific dates and times at two different business addresses.

• Live entertainment application for BLAZENROSE at 3604 Monterey Ave for December 7, 2024
• Live entertainment application for PACKS SGV TOYS & TACOS at 3551 Peck Rd #102 for December 15, 2024

Enterprise Fund Committee

The El Monte Enterprise Fund Committee will meet to receive updates on sewer and water rates, as well as staff and operations updates. The committee may discuss potential changes but no specific action items are listed. Public comment is allowed on each agenda item.

• Staff update
• Sewer rate and water rate update
• Operations update
• Approval of July 10, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council and associated authorities will meet to discuss city business and receive a status presentation on the Garvey Avenue Complete Street Feasibility Study. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss litigation and real property negotiations.

• Presentation by Michael Baker International on the Garvey Avenue Complete Street Feasibility Study
• Closed session regarding real property negotiations with Area Y El Monte, LLC for multiple parcels
• Closed session regarding existing litigation: Cyntia Valle vs. City of El Monte

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 26, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 10, 2024 at 7:00 PM in El Monte City Hall East City Council Chambers.

Permit Committee

The Permit Committee is meeting to review new, renewal, and continued permit applications. The agenda specifically lists three businesses seeking permits for auto dismantling and sales.

• Application for TP Auto Dismantler Inc (Davin Cheam) at 2749 Durfee Ave
• Application for 1 Stop Rebuilt Auto Service (Jesus Santiago) at 3821 Arden Dr
• Application for ET Auto Sales (Emilio Turiel) at 10409 Garvey Ave

City Council

The City Council, meeting jointly with multiple authorities, will discuss closed session items including existing litigation and real property negotiations with Area Y El Monte, LLC. The public portion includes a proclamation declaring November 26, 2024 as Small Business Saturday and a recognition of a student. No major ordinances or public hearings appear in the provided agenda excerpt.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel for existing litigation Raymond Dapello vs. City of El Monte
• Closed session: real property negotiation with Area Y El Monte, LLC for multiple parcels (assessor IDs listed)
• Proclamation declaring November 26, 2024 as Small Business Saturday in El Monte
• Recognition of Natalia Juanita Hernandez from Durfee School for leading the Pledge of Allegiance

City Council

The El Monte City Council is meeting in special session to discuss closed-session negotiations over property prices and terms for 11 parcels with Area Y El Monte LLC, and to confer with labor negotiators on contracts with four employee bargaining units. The Council will also vote on paying $33 million in claims and demands, approving police ammunition purchases up to $100,000, allowing alcohol sales at a fundraiser at the Grace T. Black Auditorium, and accepting a $55,000 homeland security grant.

• Closed session: Conference with real property negotiator for 11 parcels (APNs 8575-017-909, etc.) with Area Y El Monte LLC
• Closed session: Labor negotiations with SEIU Local 721 units and police associations
• Demand Resolution D-718: Pay $7,675,336.29 (warrants 1125654-1125882 and August payroll)
• Demand Resolution D-719: Pay $25,451,994.50 (warrants 1125883-1127032 and Sept-Oct payroll)
• Consent item: Approve up to $100,000 in purchase orders for police practice and duty ammunition from Dooley Enterprises and San Diego Police Equipment

Zoning Review Committee

The Zoning Review Committee will hold public hearings and consider approving two Minor Use Permits (MUP 01-2023 and 04-2023) for commercial manufacturing of dim sum dumplings and buns at 3141 Maxson Road and 12114 Garvey Avenue. Staff recommends approval of both permits and adoption of a categorical CEQA exemption for each.

• MUP 01-2023: allow dim sum manufacturing and retail/wholesale at 3141 Maxson Road (25,512± SF structure)
• MUP 04-2023: allow dim sum manufacturing and retail/wholesale at 12114 Garvey Avenue (14,581± SF structure)
• Both properties are in the C-3 (General Commercial) zone within the Valley Entryway Overlay District
• Applicant for both is Robert Wang; property owners are JU FAT LLC (Maxson) and other (Garvey)
• Staff recommends approval with conditions and categorical exemption under CEQA Section 15301

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for November 12, 2024, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 26, 2024.

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee will consider three continued applications for auto-related businesses: a secondhand auto dismantler and two used car dealers. No new or renewal applications are listed. The committee may take action on these permits.

• TP AUTO DISMANTLER INC (Davin Cheam) — secondhand dealer without DOJ at 2749 Durfee Ave
• 1 STOP REBUILT AUTO SERVICE (Jesus Santiago) — used automobile dealer at 3821 Arden Dr
• ET AUTO SALES (Emilio Turiel) — used automobile dealer at 10409 Garvey Ave

Permit Committee

The November 7, 2024 regular meeting of the El Monte Permit Committee has been cancelled. No business will be conducted. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 21, 2024.

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee will hold a special meeting to consider a new application for a live entertainment permit from Sally's Shoes at 10839 Main Street. The event is scheduled for October 26, 2024. No other new, renewal, or continued applications are listed.

• New application: Sally's Shoes live entertainment permit for October 26, 2024, 11am-2pm at 10839 Main Street

Planning Commission

The regular October 22, 2024 meeting of the El Monte Planning Commission has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 12, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled; no items were considered or discussed.

Permit Committee

The regular Permit Committee meeting scheduled for October 17, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 4, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled, next meeting scheduled for November 4, 2024

City Council

The El Monte City Council has cancelled its October 15, 2024 special meeting due to an anticipated lack of quorum. All items and public hearings scheduled for that meeting will be carried over to the next regular meeting on November 19, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum; all business carried to Nov 19 regular meeting

City Council

The City Council and several city authorities are meeting for a special session. The agenda is primarily focused on closed session items regarding litigation and labor negotiations.

• Closed session regarding existing litigation: Servin v. City of El Monte et al., Case No. 24PSCV02923
• Closed session with labor negotiators for the El Monte Police Mid-Manager’s Association

Enterprise Fund Committee

The Enterprise Fund Committee meeting scheduled for October 9, 2024, was cancelled due to an anticipated lack of quorum.

Enterprise Fund Committee

The Enterprise Fund Committee will meet to receive updates regarding staff, the budget, and operations. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from July 10, 2024.

• Approval of July 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Staff update
• Budget update
• Operations update

Zoning Review Committee

The regular Zoning Review Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 8, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in El Monte City Hall East Council Chambers.

• Meeting of October 8, 2024 cancelled

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the El Monte Planning Commission scheduled for October 8, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is set for October 22, 2024. No items were discussed or decided.

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee will review several permit applications at its October 3, 2024 meeting, including new amusement machine and poolroom permits for a business on Mountain View Road, renewal of a block party and live entertainment permit for the Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead Family Festival on Main Street, and continued applications for an auto wrecking yard, secondhand dealer, and used auto dealer. No items are listed under denial or revocation.

• New amusement machine and poolroom/billiard permits for Luis Angel Valdes Gonzalez dba EL TENAMPA at 2645 Mountain View Rd
• Renewal of block party permit for DEMBA's Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead Family Festival on Main Street, Oct 19, 2024, 12-6pm
• Renewal of live entertainment permit for the same festival
• Continued application for auto wrecking by Davin Cheam dba TP AUTO DISMANTLER INC at 2749 Durfee Ave
• Continued application for secondhand dealer (without DOJ) by Jesus Santiago dba 1 STOP REBUILT AUTO SERVICE at 3821 Arden Dr

City Council

The October 1, 2024 regular City Council meeting is cancelled because a quorum is not expected. All items and public hearings are carried over to the next regular meeting on November 19, 2024.

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 24, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the El Monte City Hall Council Chambers.

City Council

This is a regular meeting of the El Monte City Council with several other city bodies. The council will discuss closed session items including anticipated litigation (5 matters) and labor negotiations with four bargaining units. Open session includes recognitions and a presentation on election dos and don'ts. No public hearings, rezonings, or contracts with dollar amounts are on the agenda.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (5 matters) under Gov. Code §54956.9
• Closed session: conference with labor negotiators for SEIU Local 721, Police Officers Association, and Mid-Manager's Association
• Presentation on election dos and don'ts by City Attorney's Office
• Recognition of Second Lieutenant Yu Wu for military service and academic accomplishments

The El Monte City Council approved a $3.86 million demand resolution and a 16-item consent calendar, including a five-year helicopter law enforcement services agreement with Los Angeles County, a $100,000 contract for cannabis program analytics, and several purchase orders for uniforms and equipment. All votes were 7-0. No public hearings were held, and closed session reported no final actions.

• Approved demand resolution D-717 for $3,858,323.72 (7-0)
• Approved helicopter law enforcement services agreement with LA County, $15,000/year for 5 years (7-0)
• Approved $100,000 contract with Insight Analytics for cannabis program compliance (7-0)
• Approved $7,500 purchase order with Long Beach BMW for police motorcycle maintenance (7-0)
• Authorized RFQ for Pioneer Park Feasibility Study and Design Project (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 10574 granting easements to LA Metro for El Monte Siding Extension (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 10575 updating VMT thresholds for CEQA analysis (7-0)
• Approved $90,000 purchase orders with three vehicle maintenance vendors (7-0)

Zoning Review Committee

The regular meeting of the El Monte Zoning Review Committee scheduled for September 10, 2024, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2024.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for a Pollo Campero drive-thru restaurant at 11863 Valley Boulevard. The project involves demolishing an existing 9,000 sq ft commercial building and constructing a 2,598 sq ft restaurant with a single drive-thru lane, 60 indoor seats, and 400 sq ft of outdoor seating. A study session will also review the Garvey Avenue Complete Streets Feasibility Study from Valley Boulevard to the western city limits.

• Conditional Use Permit No. 03-2023: Pollo Campero drive-thru restaurant at 11863 Valley Boulevard
• Demolition of existing 9,000 sq ft commercial building; construction of 2,598 sq ft restaurant with drive-thru
• Design Review No. 02-2023 and Minor Design Review No. 01-2023 for site and architectural design
• Study session: Garvey Avenue Complete Streets Feasibility Study
• Consent calendar: Approval of ZRC and Planning Commission minutes

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee will consider several permit applications at its September 5, 2024 meeting. Items include a new poolroom billiard license, renewals for live entertainment and a secondhand dealer, and continued applications for auto wrecking, secondhand dealer, and used automobile dealer. No public hearings or zoning changes are on the agenda.

• New poolroom billiard license for Silver Dollar Saloon at 10729 Lower Azusa Rd
• Renewal of live entertainment permit for Ministerio Belen at 3141 Peck Rd
• Renewal of secondhand dealer permit for The 3 Amigos Tires & Wheels at 2566 Mountain View Rd #1
• Continued auto wrecking permit for TP Auto Dismantler Inc at 2749 Durfee Ave
• Continued used automobile dealer permit for ET Auto Sales at 10409 Garvey Ave

City Council

The El Monte City Council will meet jointly with several authority boards. The main agenda item is a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with four bargaining units, including police and general employees. The open session includes recognitions for student achievements and general public comment, but no other substantive decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Closed session under Government Code Section 54957.6 for labor negotiations with El Monte General Unit (SEIU Local 721), General Mid-Management Unit (SEIU Local 721), Police Officers Association, and Police Mid-Manager’s Association
• Presentation of Gold Presidential Award for Academic Achievement to Audrey Naranjo
• Recognition of Jayleen Juarez for leading the Pledge of Allegiance

The El Monte City Council approved a series of routine consent and regular agenda items, including a $1,149,750 purchase and installation of 3,000 automated water meter registers from Metron-Farnier, and multiple vendor contracts for supplies and services. The council also appointed David Crabtree as Interim Community and Economic Development Director and re-selected Dr. Julia Ruedas as Mayor Pro Tem. All votes were 7-0 except one abstention on a lead-based paint abatement contract.

• Approved $7,704,793.25 in claims and demands (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 3039 amending Esperanza Village Specific Plan (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 3040 on oversize vehicle parking (7-0)
• Approved $1,149,750 purchase of 3,000 automated water meter registers from Metron-Farnier (7-0)
• Appointed David Crabtree as Interim Community and Economic Development Director (7-0)
• Re-selected Dr. Julia Ruedas as Mayor Pro Tem (7-0)
• Approved $50,875 for lead-based paint abatement at Lambert Park Auditorium (6-0-1, Mayor Ancona abstained)
• Approved $186,600 Elderly Nutrition Program subaward (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development proposals: an electronic reader board billboard adjacent to the I-10 freeway, and a new Pollo Campero drive-thru restaurant. The commission will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings. For the billboard, the commission acts as a recommending body to the City Council.

• Public hearing for Development Agreement No. 02-2024 and Design Review No. 05-2024: electronic billboard at 11605 Valley Boulevard (APN 8565-010-004) by Lamar Central Outdoor, LLC
• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit No. 03-2023, Design Review No. 02-2023, and Minor Design Review No. 01-2023: demolition of existing structure and construction of a ±2,598 SF Pollo Campero drive-thru at 11863 Valley Boulevard
• Consent calendar: approval of Zoning Review Committee minutes from May 14, 2024 and July 9, 2024, and Planning Commission minutes from July 23, 2024
• CEQA for billboard relies on previously adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration from 2017; restaurant project is categorically exempt as infill development
• Commission recommendations will be forwarded to City Council for final action on the billboard

Measure EM Oversight Committee

The Measure EM Oversight Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss state audit recommendations. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of state audit recommendations

City Council

The City Council is meeting jointly with several city authorities, including the Housing, Water, and Parking Authorities. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and a closed session to discuss litigation and real property negotiations.

• Closed session regarding real property negotiations with Area Y El Monte, LLC for multiple parcels
• Closed session regarding labor negotiations with SEIU Local 721, Police Officers Association, and Police Mid-Manager’s Association
• Closed session regarding existing litigation: Ben Lowry vs. City of El Monte
• Closed session regarding existing litigation: Joseph Santana vs. City of El Monte
• Closed session regarding existing litigation: Gabriela Norris vs. City of El Monte

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee will vote on one renewal application for a peddler license and four continued applications for auto wrecking, secondhand dealer, and used automobile dealer permits. The agenda includes standard procedural items and public comment. No new applications or denial/revocation items are listed.

• Renewal application: Ivan H Villa/Angel Chamagua dba REN WIRELESS LLC, 415 E Alondra Blvd #1, Gardena
• Continued application: Davin Cheam dba TP AUTO DISMANTLER INC, 2749 Durfee Ave (auto wrecking)
• Continued application: Jesus Santiago dba 1 STOP REBUILT AUTO SERVICE, 3821 Arden Dr (secondhand dealer without DOJ)
• Continued application: Emilio Turiel dba ET AUTO SALES, 10409 Garvey Ave (used auto dealer)
• Continued application: Milton Salazar dba MADRID AUTO GROUP LLC, 10819 Garvey Ave (used auto dealer)

Zoning Review Committee

The regular meeting of the Zoning Review Committee scheduled for August 13, 2024, has been cancelled. No matters were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2024.

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 13, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 27, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chambers.

City Council

The August 6, 2024 regular meeting of the El Monte City Council was cancelled because there would not be enough council members present. All items and public hearings originally scheduled for this date will be carried over to the next regular meeting on August 20, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled — no items discussed or decided

Permit Committee

The Permit Committee will review and vote on four continued applications for auto-related business permits, including a secondhand dealer and used automobile dealers. No new applications are listed. The meeting includes public comment and committee comments.

• Continued application: Davin Cheam dba TP AUTO DISMANTLER INC, 2749 Durfee Ave (secondhand dealer without DOJ)
• Continued application: Jesus Santiago dba 1 STOP REBUILT AUTO SERVICE, 3821 Arden Dr (used automobile dealer)
• Continued application: Emilio Turiel dba ET AUTO SALES, 10409 Garvey Ave
• Continued application: Milton Salazar dba MADRID AUTO GROUP LLC, 10819 Garvey Ave

Art in Public Places Advisory Committee

The Art in Public Places Advisory Committee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and receive updates on three public art projects: the Fallen Officers Monument at City Hall, the 'Memories of El Monte' mural by Ignacio Gomez, and the Low Rider Mural by Jorge Parrales at 10917 Main Street. No final decisions are expected; items are for discussion and update only.

• Fallen Officers Monument update at 11333 Valley Boulevard (City Hall)
• 'Memories of El Monte' mural update by Ignacio Gomez at City Hall
• Low Rider Mural update by Jorge Parrales at 10917 Main Street
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 8, 2024

City Council

This is a special meeting of the El Monte City Council, held jointly with several authority bodies. The sole substantive item is a closed session under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) to confer with legal counsel regarding initiation of litigation in one matter. No other business is scheduled; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) – Conference with Legal Counsel – Initiation of Litigation – One (1) Matter

The El Monte City Council held a special meeting on July 26, 2024, with a 4-0 vote to approve the agenda. In closed session, the council gave direction for the city to participate in the Kroger National Settlement Lawsuit, with paperwork to be filed with the settlement administrator. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda 4-0 (Mayor Ancona, Mayor Pro Tem Ruedas, Councilmember Martinez Muela absent)
• Directed city to participate in Kroger National Settlement Lawsuit (closed session)

Measure EM Oversight Committee

This committee is reviewing the Measure EM Quarterly Report, which tracks revenue and spending from the local sales tax measure. Members will also receive an Animal Control presentation and discuss the future meeting schedule.

• Measure EM Quarterly Report
• Animal Control presentation
• Future meeting schedule discussion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a revised affordable housing project and a liquor license request for a new Target store. The body will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings.

• CUP No. 09-2024: Request for beer, wine, and distilled spirits sales (Type 21 and Type 86 ABC licenses) at 3600 Peck Road (Target store)
• SPA No. 06-22: Revised project at 4024 Durfee Avenue for 202 affordable housing units and a 45,900-square foot mixed-use building
• Approval of Zoning Review Committee minutes from April 9, 2024
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from June 25, 2024

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the El Monte Planning Commission scheduled for July 22, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee will consider new applications for a hotel/motel, live entertainment events, and a used automobile dealer, along with renewals for a block party, carnival, and live entertainment. Continued applications for auto wrecking and used automobile dealers are also on the agenda. Public comment is accepted in person or via email.

• New hotel/motel permit for Hotel Heritage at 12040 Garvey Ave
• New live entertainment (event) permit for Bazic Products at 10511 Valley Blvd on July 27
• New live entertainment (yearly) permit for El Marisquero Bar & Grill at 4136 Peck Rd
• Renewal of block party/car show on Main Street on August 3
• Renewal of carnival at Church of the Nativity (3743 Tyler Ave) on Oct 4-6

City Council

The City Council and several associated authorities will meet to conduct regular business. The agenda includes closed session discussions on labor negotiations and existing litigation, as well as community presentations.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for SEIU Local 721, Police Officers Association, and Police Mid-Manager’s Association
• Closed session legal conference regarding Beatriz Guadarrama vs. David Reynoso, et al.
• Closed session legal conference regarding Christopher Cano vs. City of El Monte
• Presentation by Guaranteed Income Pilot Program participants
• Presentation by Jordan Wynne of the DHS Mobile Clinic

Enterprise Fund Committee

The Enterprise Fund Committee will receive updates regarding sewer rate increases and the progress of the water bond, specifically concerning water meter purchase and installation. The committee will also discuss an operations update.

• Sewer Rate Increase Update
• Water Bond Update – Water Meter Purchase & Installation
• Operations Update

Zoning Review Committee

The Zoning Review Committee is considering a request to establish a tattoo parlor in an existing commercial center. The project involves converting approximately 1,100 square feet of office space into a tattoo shop. No additional on-site parking spaces are required for this change in use.

• Public hearing for Minor Use Permit No. 03-2024 at 10012 Garvey Avenue, Unit 4
• Establishment of a 1,100± square foot tattoo shop
• Proposed operating hours: Monday through Saturday, 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the El Monte Planning Commission scheduled for Tuesday, July 9, 2024, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 7:00 P.M.

City Council

The El Monte City Council will meet to conduct closed session labor negotiations with SEIU Local 721 and police associations. The open session includes community recognitions and a period for general public comment.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for SEIU Local 721 and police associations
• Recognition of Leslie Naranjo from Monte Vista School
• Presentation by Jordan Wynne from DHS Mobile Clinic

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee is reviewing several new and renewal applications for various business types. These include mobile food vendors, automobile dealers, and auto wrecking services.

• New mobile vendor application for EL TACO GRANDE at 110 E 55th St
• New mobile vendor application for LA DIVINA at 2732 La Presa Ave
• New mobile vendor application for TACOMA MEXICAN FOOD INC at 17917 Martha Pl
• New used automobile dealer application for MADRID AUTO GROUP LLC at 10819 Garvey Ave
• Renewal of auto wrecking permit for TP AUTO DISMANTLER INC at 2749 Durfee Ave

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a new restaurant project at 10991 Lower Azusa Road. The proposal includes demolishing an existing take-out structure to build an 800 square foot Flame Broiler with a single-lane drive-through.

• Proposed 800 square foot Flame Broiler restaurant at 10991 Lower Azusa Road
• Demolition of existing take-out restaurant structure
• Construction of a single-lane drive-through
• Approval of April 23, 2024, Planning Commission minutes

Permit Committee

The regular agenda meeting for the El Monte Permit Committee scheduled for June 20, 2024, has been cancelled. A special permit meeting is now scheduled for June 27, 2024.

City Council

The El Monte City Council meeting scheduled for June 18, 2024, is cancelled and adjourned because a quorum was not available. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 2, 2024.

Enterprise Fund Committee

The Enterprise Fund Committee will conduct a review and discussion of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The committee will also approve the agenda and minutes from the May 23, 2024 meeting.

• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) review and discussion
• Approval of May 23, 2024, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The special meeting of the El Monte Planning Commission scheduled for June 12, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 25, 2024, at 7:00 P.M.

• Cancellation of the June 12, 2024, special meeting

Zoning Review Committee

The regular meeting of the El Monte Zoning Review Committee scheduled for June 11, 2024, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 9, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will meet to adopt the comprehensive operating budget of $295.5 million for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda also includes a contract amendment for a sewer rate study and annual inflation adjustments for city fees. Additionally, the council will hold closed sessions regarding anticipated litigation and labor negotiations.

• Adoption of $295.5 million FY 2024/2025 Comprehensive Budget
• $30,000 amendment to Raftelis agreement for Sewer Rate Study services
• Annual inflation adjustment for User and Regulatory Fees effective July 1, 2024
• Closed session regarding labor negotiations with SEIU and Police associations
• Life Saving Award presentation to El Monte Police personnel

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee will review several new, renewal, and continued business applications. This includes permits for fireworks, recycling, and automobile dealers. The committee will also consider adding a $1,000,000 liability insurance requirement to sidewalk vendor permits.

• New fireworks permit application for Mountain View HS Football at 11104 Ramona Blvd
• New junk and salvage application for 16th Recycling at 11944 Ramona Blvd
• Renewal of used automobile dealer permit for Apollo Auto Inc at 11400 Garvey Ave
• Proposed $1,000,000 liability insurance requirement for sidewalk vendor permits

City Council

The meeting includes a closed session regarding existing litigation involving Hector Hernandez. The council will also issue a proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Month and host community presentations.

• Closed session regarding Hector Hernandez vs. City of El Monte litigation
• Proclamation of June 2024 as National Gun Violence Awareness Month
• Presentation by Dr. Galat, DHS Mobile Clinic Medical Director

Measure EM Oversight Committee

The special meeting of the Measure EM Oversight Committee scheduled for May 29, 2024, has been cancelled because a quorum was not reached. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

Measure EM Oversight Committee

The Measure EM Oversight Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss a budget recommendation letter. The agenda includes public comment and committee business, with the main action item being the budget recommendation letter. No other substantive items are listed.

• Budget Recommendation Letter

Planning Commission

The El Monte Planning Commission has cancelled its regular session scheduled for May 28, 2024. The commission will convene instead as a special meeting on June 12, 2024, at 7:00 P.M. in the East City Council Chambers at City Hall. This notice is purely procedural and lists no substantive agenda items or public hearings.

• No substantive agenda items; notice covers only scheduling changes.

Enterprise Fund Committee

The Enterprise Fund Committee is holding a special meeting to review and discuss the draft Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per person on this item. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, minutes approval).

• Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Draft Budget Review and Discussion
• Approval of April 10, 2024 meeting minutes

Measure EM Oversight Committee

The Measure EM Oversight Committee is holding a regular meeting with a single substantive item: a presentation on the proposed 2024-25 budget. The rest of the agenda consists of standard procedural items like roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment periods.

• Proposed 2024-25 Budget Presentation
• Public comment allowed on non-agendized items (2 minutes per speaker)
• Public comment allowed on agendized items (2 minutes per person)

City Council

The El Monte City Council will meet jointly with several city authorities to consider routine approvals, including a resolution to pay $6,851,089.26 in claims and demands, a grant application for homeless encampment resolution funding, and continued contracts for sexual assault response team services and park design. The agenda also includes closed session discussions on property negotiations and labor negotiations with city employee unions.

• Resolution D-710 approving $6,851,089.26 in claims and demands
• Grant application to CAL ICH for Encampment Resolution Funding Program (ERF-3-R)
• Police contract for Sexual Assault Response Team services, not to exceed $85,000
• First Amendment to agreement with David Volz Design for Area Y Park Improvement Project
• Closed session: real property negotiation at 4569 Whitney Drive and labor negotiations with SEIU, police associations

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the proposed General Fund budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The proposal includes $91,849,015 in projected revenues and $91,973,411 in projected expenditures. Staff intends to present a final draft for adoption at a subsequent meeting.

• General Fund revenue projection: $91,849,015
• General Fund expenditure projection: $91,973,411
• Projected General Fund deficit: $124,396
• Projected fire service cost increase: $587,000

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee is meeting to review and decide on nine business permit applications, including new sidewalk vendor permits, renewals for junk and salvage, secondhand dealer, and vehicle-for-hire operations, and continued applications for auto-related businesses. The agenda is primarily administrative, with no public hearings or major policy items listed.

• New sidewalk vendor permits for Francisco Galvez (13344 ½ Ramona Blvd), Jorge D Guzman (Monarca Flower Shop), and Salmon Gonzalez (Vero's Flowers)
• Renewal of junk and salvage permit for Ruben Zavas (Pretty California Clean, 11850 Valley Blvd)
• Renewal of secondhand dealer permit for Martiniano Martinez (Morelos Tires & Wheels, 2346 Peck Rd)
• Renewal of vehicle-for-hire permit for Jose Acevedo (Executive Lines, 11850 Valley Blvd #9)
• Continued applications for auto wrecking (TP Auto Dismantler Inc), secondhand dealer (1 Stop Rebuilt Auto Service), and used auto dealer (ET Auto Sales)

Zoning Review Committee

The Zoning Review Committee will hold a public hearing to consider a Minor Use Permit for a 2,000-square-foot jiu-jitsu training facility at 11836 Valley Boulevard. The facility would operate in an existing commercial building, with classes for children and adults. Staff recommends approval, citing compliance with zoning and a categorical exemption from environmental review.

• Minor Use Permit No. 05-2024 for a jiu-jitsu training facility at 11836 Valley Boulevard
• Proposed hours: Monday-Friday 4-9 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-noon
• 18 parking spaces required; 390 existing spaces on site
• CEQA Class 1 categorical exemption (existing facilities)
• Appeals to Planning Commission within 10 days; fee $933 or $1,575

Planning Commission

This document is a cancellation notice for the regular El Monte Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 14, 2024. No agenda items were discussed or decided because the session was called off. The commission will resume its next regular meeting on May 28, 2024, at City Hall.

• No concrete items are listed; the notice solely announces the cancellation of the May 14 session.

Measure EM Oversight Committee

This agenda is a notice of cancellation, not a regular meeting agenda. The Measure EM Oversight Committee's regular meeting scheduled for May 8, 2024, has been canceled and rescheduled to May 22, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. in the El Monte City Hall East City Council Chambers. No items for discussion or decision are listed.

• Regular meeting canceled and rescheduled from May 8 to May 22, 2024
• Next meeting: Wednesday, May 22, 2024, 4:30 p.m.
• Location: El Monte City Hall – East City Council Chambers, 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, CA 91731

Measure EM Oversight Committee

The Measure EM Oversight Committee is holding a regular meeting with a single substantive item: a presentation on the proposed 2024-25 budget. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items like approval of minutes and public comment. No decisions are listed; the budget is only being presented for discussion.

• Proposed 2024-25 Budget Presentation
• Public comment on non-agendized items (2 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Future business and action items

Art in Public Places Advisory Committee

The Art in Public Places Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a public art proposal. City staff will present a plan for a mural honoring fallen officers of the Police Department.

• Presentation on 'Memories of El Monte' mural by Ignacio Gomez at 11333 Valley Boulevard (City Hall)

City Council

The El Monte City Council will consider approving $12,002,668.05 in claims and demands, and will vote on an ordinance amending park activity rules. The agenda also includes a presentation on water authority valuation and closed session discussions on litigation and labor negotiations.

• Resolution D-709 approving $12,002,668.05 in claims and demands
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 3034 amending Chapter 12.48 (Parks and Recreation Activities)
• Presentation by Raftelis on Water Authority Valuation
• Closed session on existing litigation (multiple cases) and labor negotiations
• Treasurer's Cash and Investment Report for quarter ended March 31, 2024

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee will consider 13 permit applications, including new peddler and sidewalk vendor permits, renewals for bingo, live entertainment, mobile vending, and a poolroom, and continued applications for auto wrecking, sidewalk vending, a secondhand dealer, and a used auto dealer. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with roll call, approval of agenda, and public comment periods.

• New peddler permit for James Caudillo, dba Sales With An Edge LLC, 1418 S Azusa Ave Ste D1, West Covina
• New sidewalk vendor permits for Serafin Barroso (Arcoiris Flowers), Diosceline Lugo (D's Flowers), Epifanio Flores Osorio (Frutas El Toro), and Ignacio Palomino (Ignacios Gifts)
• Renewal of bingo permit for Seniors Presidents Council, 3120 Tyler Ave
• Renewal of live entertainment and poolroom/billiard hall permits for El Perla Negra, 11437 Garvey Ave
• Continued application for used automobile dealer Emilio Turiel, dba ET Auto Sales, 10409 Garvey Ave

Planning Commission

The commission will review the 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report for adoption. It will also consider a one-year time extension for a gas station and carwash at 3447 Peck Road. A study session regarding updated traffic study guidelines is also scheduled.

• Adoption of the 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report
• One-year time extension for a gas station and carwash at 3447 Peck Road
• Study session on Vehicles Miles Traveled (VMT) thresholds update
• Approval of February 13, 2024, Zoning Review Committee minutes
• Approval of March 26, 2024, Planning Commission minutes

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee is meeting to review new applications for block parties, live entertainment, mobile food vendors, a secondhand dealer, and sidewalk vendors, as well as continued applications for a sidewalk vendor, auto wrecking, and a used automobile dealer. The agenda is primarily administrative, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Block party and live entertainment permit for DEMBA (Day of the Child/Dia de los Ninos) on Main Street, 4/27/2024, 10am-3pm
• Mobile food vendor permit for Oscar A Ponce (A PONCE'S FOOD) at 318 Lochmere Ave, La Puente
• Sidewalk vendor permits for Martha Gomez (LUNAS FLOWERS) and Erika Rodriguez (TESOROS DEL CORAZON)
• Continued application for auto wrecking permit for Davin Cheam (TP AUTO DISMANTLER INC) at 2749 Durfee Ave
• Continued application for used automobile dealer permit for Emilio Turiel (ET AUTO SALES) at 10409 Garvey Ave

City Council

The El Monte City Council is meeting jointly with several city authorities to handle routine business, including approving claims totaling $6,558,447.78, a fee waiver for a local cheer team, and police equipment purchases. The agenda also includes closed session discussions on litigation, anticipated litigation, and labor negotiations with multiple bargaining units.

• Approval of claims and demands totaling $6,558,447.78 (Demand Resolution No. D-708)
• Fee waiver for El Monte/South El Monte Jets Cheer team up to $10,500, with $6,500 from Measure PC funds
• Authorizing destruction of police records: 29 Level III Reserve Officers/CCW permits and 24 disqualified background applicant training records
• Purchase of 200 Deftec 12-gauge beanbag projectiles and 350 Deftec 40mm sponge impact projectiles using Asset Forfeiture funds
• Closed session: existing litigation (Leos vs. City of El Monte), anticipated litigation, and labor negotiations with SEIU, Police Officers Association, and Police Mid-Manager's Association

Enterprise Fund Committee

The Enterprise Fund Committee is meeting to discuss updates on sewer and water rate studies, receive staff and operations updates, and consider purchasing 100 AMI meters for the Water Department. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per item.

• Sewer Rate Study Report Presentation & Discussion (Raftelis) - Update
• Water Department Rate Study - Update
• Water Department - Purchase of 100 AMI Meters Discussion

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for Tuesday, April 9, 2024, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 7:00 P.M.

Zoning Review Committee

The Zoning Review Committee is reviewing two requests for minor use permits. The applications seek to allow commercial manufacturing of dim sum dumplings and buns at 3141 Maxson Road and 12114 Garvey Avenue. Both proposed uses would include both retail and wholesale operations.

• Minor Use Permit No. 01-2023 for dim sum manufacturing at 3141 Maxson Road
• Minor Use Permit No. 04-2023 for dim sum manufacturing at 12114 Garvey Avenue

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee will consider new applications for mobile food vendors, sidewalk vendors, and a live entertainment permit, as well as renewals for a bar and a poolroom. It will also review continued applications for a sidewalk fruit vendor, an auto wrecking yard, and a used car dealership. The meeting is open for public comment in person or by email.

• New mobile vendor (cooking) application: Jose Manuel Rodriguez, dba LOCO TACO LOCO, 12414 Poinsetta Ave
• New sidewalk vendor applications: Maria G Najera (KATALEYA FLOWERS), Zhu Shen (PRETTY GIRLL), Maria Margarita Lopez (REGALOS PARA TODA OCACION)
• Renewal applications: El Pescador Bar & Grill (live entertainment) and Silver Dollar Saloon (poolroom/billiard)
• Continued applications: El Monte Fruits (sidewalk vendor), TP Auto Dismantler Inc (auto wrecking), ET Auto Sales (used auto dealer)
• Public comments accepted in person or via email to [email protected]

City Council

The El Monte City Council will hold a regular meeting with closed session items on litigation and labor negotiations, then open session with recognitions, public comment, and a consent calendar. Key actions include approving $4,168,894.70 in claims, purchasing police storage systems for $70,000, and adopting the 2023 housing progress report.

• Demand Resolution No. D-707: $4,168,894.70 in claims, warrants 1121158-1121397
• Purchase and installation of police storage systems and shelving, not-to-exceed $70,000 from McMurray Stern
• Adopt resolution designating April 18, 2024 as Arbor Day
• Third amendment to exercise first extension of Professional Services Agreement with Municipal Waste Solutions
• Adopt 2023 Annual General Plan Housing Progress Report

Planning Commission

The El Monte Planning Commission will review two land use proposals and the city’s 2023 housing report. Commissioners will hold public hearings on a Monterey Avenue project that would add 87 condominium townhomes, vacate portions of several streets, and create a new neighborhood park, which would change local housing supply and street access. They will also consider a conditional use permit for a massage establishment at 9961 Valley Boulevard. The commission will vote to recommend approval or denial of these items to the City Council for final action.

• Public hearing on Tentative Tract Map No. 83528 for 87 new three-story condominium townhomes and a 0.79-acre park near 3700 Monterey Avenue
• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 02-2023 to operate a 1,020-square-foot massage establishment at 9961 Valley Boulevard, Unit G
• Vote on Resolution No. 3669 to adopt and transmit the City of El Monte’s 2023 Annual Housing Report to state agencies
• Consent calendar approval for Zoning Review Committee minutes (January 16, 2024) and Planning Commission minutes (February 27, 2024)

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee is meeting to review and vote on 17 permit applications, including two new grand-opening block party permits, 13 renewals, and 2 continued applications. The agenda is mostly routine permit business with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Two grand-opening block party permits for The Translatin@ Coalition at 10715 Garvey Ave on March 30, 2024
• Renewal for LA Auto Wrecking (junk and salvage) at 11847 Valley Blvd
• Renewal for Botanica Xanadu #2 at 10830 Main Street
• Renewal for Active Auto Group (used auto dealer) at 10735 Garvey Ave
• Continued applications: TP Auto Dismantler Inc and ET Auto Sales

City Council

The El Monte City Council is meeting jointly with several city authorities to handle routine business, including approving $6,041,745.35 in claims and demands, adopting a transit code of conduct, and approving several equipment and service contracts. The agenda includes a closed session on labor negotiations with four bargaining units. Most items are consent calendar approvals, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of claims totaling $6,041,745.35 (warrants 1120726-1121157)
• Adoption of Code of Conduct Policy for local public transit services (Resolution 10516)
• Purchase order increases for landscaping tools: $15,000 (Garvey Equipment) and $10,000 (Bishop Company)
• Amendment to NOVA Electric Contract from $130,000 to $160,000
• Purchase of six Motorola APX 6000 radios ($53,000) and 3-year GIS services ($55,000) from Motorola Solutions

Planning Commission

The El Monte Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 12, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 26, 2024.

Zoning Review Committee

The regular meeting of the El Monte Zoning Review Committee scheduled for March 12, 2024, is canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 9, 2024, at 6:00 P.M. at City Hall.

• Cancellation of the March 12, 2024, Zoning Review Committee meeting

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee is meeting to review and vote on 49 business permit applications, including new applications for a used auto dealership and a vehicle-for-hire service, as well as numerous renewals spanning ambulance services, amusement machines, auto wrecking, hotels, and more. The agenda is primarily administrative, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• New used automobile dealer: Worryfree Auto Sales LLC, 9846 Garvey Ave #A
• New vehicle for hire: Autobuses Ejecutivos LLC, 11635 Valley Blvd Suite I
• Renewals for 4 ambulance services (Ambulife, First Rescue, Lifeline, MedResponse)
• Renewals for 2 hotels/motels (Eunice Plaza Motel, La Bonita Motel)
• Renewals for 6 used auto dealers and 2 vehicle-for-hire services

City Council

The El Monte City Council is meeting jointly with several city authorities to handle routine business, including approving $6,532,085.58 in claims and demands, and authorizing several requests for proposals and qualifications for city services. The agenda also includes presentations on the city's guaranteed income program and from the El Monte Business Alliance, plus closed-session discussions on litigation and labor negotiations.

• Approval of Demand Resolution No. D-705 totaling $6,532,085.58
• Authorize RFP for Public Works Inspector Services and RFQ for On-Call Construction Management and Inspection
• Approve plans and advertise bids for School Crosswalk Table Project, CIP No. 074
• Authorize RFQ for environmental, planning, architectural, and landscape review consulting
• Authorize RFP for digitization of paper records and document scanning services

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a proposal to subdivide 2127 Cogswell Road into two residential parcels for new housing. A large-scale request for 87 townhomes and a new city park near Monterey Avenue is also on the agenda, though the commission decided to continue this item to March 2024.

• Subdivision of 2127 Cogswell Road into two residential parcels
• Construction of a new two-story single-family home and detached ADU at 2127 Cogswell Road
• Proposed 87 three-story condominium townhomes near 3700 Monterey Avenue
• Proposed 0.79-acre city park and pedestrian paseo at the Monterey Avenue site

Measure EM Oversight Committee

The Measure EM Oversight Committee is holding a regular meeting with routine items like agenda approval, minutes, and public comment. The main business item is a presentation on cannabis, which the committee will discuss.

• Cannabis presentation

City Council

The El Monte City Council will hold a regular meeting, jointly with several city authorities, to consider routine items including approval of $8,218,444.16 in claims and demands, a second reading of a parking ordinance, and a resolution to name the Merced Avenue Linear Park. The agenda also includes closed session discussions on real property negotiations, anticipated litigation, and labor negotiations.

• Approval of claims and demands totaling $8,218,444.16 (warrants 1120057-1120524)
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 3033 amending parking regulations (Chapter 10.16)
• Resolution No. 10512 to formally name the Merced Avenue Linear Park (CIP 003)
• Purchase order increases with Herc Rentals ($20,000) and Sunbelt Rentals ($30,000) for equipment rentals
• Closed session: real property negotiation at 11357 Valley Boulevard with Don Tony Food Enterprises, Inc.

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a request for an on-site beer and wine license at Little Skewers on Valley Boulevard. They will also review a proposal for 87 three-story condominium townhomes, a city park, and a pedestrian paseo near Monterey Avenue.

• Special Conditional Use Permit for alcohol sale at 10053 Valley Boulevard, Unit No. 5
• Proposed construction of 87 three-story condominium townhomes near 3700 Monterey Avenue
• Proposed construction of a 0.79-acre city park and 6,220 square foot pedestrian paseo
• Soil remediation involving removal of 4.9 cubic yards of soil containing arsenic and lead

Zoning Review Committee

The Zoning Review Committee will consider a Minor Use Permit to legalize the existing operation of Ace Cash Express. The request seeks to formalize the 1,218 square foot establishment within a multi-tenant commercial center.

• Minor Use Permit No. 08-2021 for 11908 Valley Boulevard
• Legalization of a 1,218 square foot Alternative Financial Service (AFS) establishment

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss labor negotiations, litigation, and various professional service agreements. Key items include a request for proposals for an economic development strategic plan and modifications to a water rate study agreement.

• Demand Resolution No. D-703 totaling $7,109,959.02
• Annual donation of $5,000 per year for 5 years to El Monte/South El Monte Emergency Resources Association
• Modification to Professional Services Agreement with Raftelis for a Water Rate Study costing $54,500
• First Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with John L. Hunter for Fats, Oil, and Grease Program implementation up to $59,185

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee is meeting to review and vote on new and renewal applications for various business permits, including a used auto dealer, ambulance service, auto wrecking, hotel, junk and salvage, live entertainment, mobile ice cream vendor, and vehicle-for-hire services. The agenda is primarily administrative, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• New application: BABA AUTO INC (used automobile dealer) at 9833 Garvey Ave
• Renewal: FIRSTMED AMBULANCE SERVICES INC at 8630 Tamarack Ave
• Renewal: LE BLANC AND SUITES (hotel/motel) at 11652 Garvey Ave
• Renewal: HABITAT RECYCLING (junk and salvage) at 9900 Garvey Ave
• Live entertainment permit for HAI NAM ASSOCIATION Chinese New Year Celebration on Feb 10, 2024

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a resolution to formally name the Merced Avenue Linear Park. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a subdivision project on Lower Azusa Road and a continued review of a large-scale condominium development at 3700 Monterey Avenue.

• Resolution to formally designate a name for Merced Avenue Linear Park
• Demolition and subdivision of 12,611 square foot lot at 11511 Lower Azusa Road for two new dwellings and one ADU
• Proposed construction of 87 three-story condominium townhomes at 3700 Monterey Avenue
• Creation of a 0.79-acre city park and 6,220 square foot pedestrian paseo (El Monte Paseo)
• Approval of Zoning Review Committee minutes from 12/12/23 and 1/16/24

City Council

The El Monte City Council will meet jointly with several city authorities to handle routine business, including approving $7,449,779.01 in claims and demands, a $55,000 purchase order for staff uniforms, and a final parcel map for a drive-thru restaurant. The agenda also includes closed session discussions on two lawsuits and labor negotiations, plus second readings of ordinances on solid waste billing and grading/erosion control. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Demand Resolution No. D-702: $7,449,779.01 in claims and demands, warrants 1119477-1119866
• Purchase order with Print Xpressions for $55,000 for Parks, Recreation and Community Services staff uniforms
• Final Parcel Map No. 83565 for 4,851 sq ft drive-thru restaurant at 3342-3358 Santa Anita Avenue and 10623 Brockway Street
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 3031 amending solid waste billing delinquency provisions
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 3032 amending grading and erosion control chapter

Permit Committee

The El Monte Permit Committee is meeting to review and vote on 49 new, renewal, and continued business license applications, covering a wide range of business types from peddlers and ambulances to tattoo parlors and used car dealers. The agenda is primarily a list of applications with no discussion items or public hearings noted. The committee will also take public comments on non-agenda items.

• New peddler application: Jacqueline Orellana, dba HENJACKWIRELESS, 6327 Friends Ave, Whittier
• Renewal applications for 4 hotels/motels, including Aqua Inn Motel (12031 Garvey Ave) and New Star Inn (11805 Valley Blvd)
• Renewal for Big 5 Sporting Goods #26 firearms permit at 3600 Peck Rd
• New tattoo parlor applications: Baron Art Tattoo Studio (3944 Peck Rd), Sacred Heart Studio (9814 Garvey Ave), Slaves to Ink (4327 Peck Rd), Tatt-Thang Tattoo Studio (11812 Valley Blvd)
• Renewal for pawnbroker Valley Jewelry & Loan Co. at 11841 Valley Blvd

Planning Commission

The El Monte Planning Commission's special meeting on January 16, 2024, has been cancelled and rescheduled for January 30, 2024.

Zoning Review Committee

The Zoning Review Committee is considering a minor variance for a residential project. The request seeks to deviate from second-story side yard setback requirements to allow for a 400 square foot Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU) and a 410 square foot addition.

• Minor Variance No. 09-23: Request to reduce second-story side yard setback from 5 feet to 0 feet at 4345 Ranger Avenue
• Proposed construction of a 400 SF second-story JADU and a 410 SF addition to an existing 1,024 SF dwelling
• Public hearing regarding the deviation from R-1A zone setback requirements

Enterprise Fund Committee

The Enterprise Fund Committee will hear presentations on a sewer rate study by Raftelis and a water department user fee report by Finance, followed by staff and operations updates. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per item.

• Sewer Rate Study Report Presentation & Discussion (Raftelis)
• Water Department User Fee Report Presentation (Finance)
• Staff Update
• Operations Update
• Approval of October 11, 2023 minutes

Zoning Review Committee

The regular meeting of the El Monte Zoning Review Committee scheduled for January 9, 2024, has been canceled. A special meeting is instead scheduled for Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at 6:00 P.M.

City Council

The El Monte City Council is meeting jointly with several city authorities to handle routine business, including approving payments, contracts, and reports. Key items include a construction contract for the Gibson Mariposa Storm Drain Improvement Project and a resolution to pay claims totaling $10,775,687.62. The council will also receive a presentation on the Valley Boulevard and Main Street Complete Streets Feasibility Study and discuss closed session items on litigation and labor negotiations.

• Resolution D-701 to pay claims and demands totaling $10,775,687.62
• Construction contract with Ferreira Construction Co. Inc. for Gibson Mariposa Storm Drain Improvement Project, not-to-exceed $456,989
• Fourth Amendment to agreement with Ramona Property Managers, Inc. for Hilda Solis Iris House Homekey Program, increasing amount by $58,820 to $198,870
• Acceptance of Sidewalk & Curb Ramp Reconstruction Project (Phase 2 & 3), CIP No. 052 as complete
• Presentation on Valley Boulevard and Main Street Complete Streets Feasibility Study

Permit Committee

The January 4, 2024 Permit Committee regular meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 18, 2024. No items were discussed or decided.