Duarte public meetings in 2021

Planning and Economic Development Commission

The Duarte Planning Commission held a meeting on December 20, 2021, where it voted to recommend City Council approval of a 20-unit condominium development, approved two conditional use permits (for wine bottling and a large warehouse), and discussed a new two-story home proposal for a future meeting. All actions were taken with a 3-0 vote, with Commissioner Ramirez absent.

• Recommended approval of 20-unit condominium project at 1401 Santo Domingo Avenue (SPDR 2019-05, Subdivision 2020-01, PDP 2019-01)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 2020-02 for wine bottling with retail and tasting at 2666 Huntington Drive
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 2020-03 for warehousing over 50,000 sq ft at 1801 Flower Avenue
• Discussed new two-story home at 2528 Gardi Street (SPDR 2020-33) for January 18, 2022 meeting

The Duarte Planning Commission recommended City Council approval of a 20-unit condominium development at 1401 Santo Domingo Avenue, adding conditions for extra landscaping to address privacy concerns. It also approved a wine bottling and tasting use at 2666 Huntington Drive and a large warehousing use at 1801 Flower Avenue. All votes were 3-0 with one absence.

• Recommended approval of 20-unit condo project at 1401 Santo Domingo Ave (3-0-0-1)
• Approved wine bottling CUP 2020-02 at 2666 Huntington Dr (3-0-0-1)
• Approved warehousing CUP 2020-03 at 1801 Flower Ave (3-0-0-1)
• Approved November 15, 2021 minutes (3-0-0-1)

City Council

The Duarte City Council is holding a special meeting to interview the sole qualified candidate, Cesar A. Garcia, for the vacant District 6 council seat, then consider appointing him via Resolution No. 21-27. The vacancy was created by the passing of Councilmember Bryan Urias, and the appointment would fill the term until December 13, 2022. The meeting includes public comment and an oath of office for the appointee.

• Interview of candidate Cesar A. Garcia for District 6 vacancy
• Consideration of Resolution No. 21-27 to appoint candidate to fill vacancy
• Vacancy due to passing of Councilmember Bryan Urias on October 24, 2021
• Appointment would serve until December 13, 2022
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person

The City Council held a special meeting and interviewed candidate Cesar A. Garcia for the District 6 vacancy. The council voted unanimously to appoint Garcia and adopted Resolution No. 21-27. Garcia was then sworn in by City Manager Jordan.

• Appointed Cesar A. Garcia to fill District 6 vacancy (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-27 (unanimous)

City Council

The Duarte City Council, along with the Successor Agency, Housing Authority, and Community Facilities Financing Authority, will hold a regular joint meeting. The agenda includes public comment, consent calendar, and various reports. No major policy decisions are listed; the meeting appears to be routine.

• Joint meeting of City Council, Successor Agency, Housing Authority, and Community Facilities Financing Authority
• Teleconference meeting due to COVID-19 state of emergency
• Public comment and consent calendar items

The Duarte City Council reorganized its leadership, electing Mayor Pro-Tem Finlay as Mayor/Chairperson and Councilmember Paras-Caracci as Mayor Pro-Tem/Vice Chairperson, both unanimously. The Council also introduced and passed for second reading Ordinance No. 905, adding organic waste disposal regulations to the municipal code to comply with state law. All consent calendar items, including a $92,777 concrete repair contract award, were approved unanimously.

• Elected Finlay as Mayor/Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Paras-Caracci as Mayor Pro-Tem/Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items A-I (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 905 on organic waste disposal (unanimous)
• Awarded $92,777 concrete repair contract to DASH Construction (unanimous)

City Council

The Duarte City Council is holding a special meeting to interview the sole qualified candidate, Cesar A. Garcia, for the vacant District 6 council seat, then consider appointing him via Resolution No. 21-27. The vacancy was created by the passing of Councilmember Bryan Urias, and the appointee will serve until December 13, 2022. The meeting also includes an oath of office for the appointee.

• Interview of candidate Cesar A. Garcia for District 6 vacancy
• Consideration of Resolution No. 21-27 to appoint candidate to fill vacancy
• Vacancy due to passing of Councilmember Bryan Urias on October 24, 2021
• Appointee serves until December 13, 2022
• Oath of office for new councilmember

City Council

This is a regular joint meeting of the Duarte City Council, Successor Agency, Housing Authority, and Community Facilities Financing Authority. The agenda contains only procedural items, including meeting notices and accessibility information, with no specific action items listed.

City Council

The Duarte City Council is meeting to consider routine items including approval of minutes, warrants, and a salary adjustment for minimum wage compliance. They will also receive the audited financial statements for fiscal year 2020/21 and discuss a letter opposing removal of law enforcement from Metro rail lines.

• Approval of warrants for November 23, 2021
• Salary increase to comply with new minimum wage requirements
• Professional services agreement with Architerra for landscape design of medians in Town Center Specific Plan area
• Letter of opposition to removal of uniformed law enforcement from Metro rail lines
• Audited financial statements for FY 2020/21

The City Council held a joint meeting via teleconference due to COVID-19, with no reportable action from closed session. They unanimously approved the consent calendar (items A-H) and received and filed the audited financial statements for fiscal year 2020/21. No items were removed from the consent calendar for discussion.

• Approved the agenda as adopted.
• Approved consent calendar items A-H, including minutes, warrants, public safety update, salary adjustment, housing report, professional services agreement, letter of opposition, and conference attendance.
• Received and filed the Audited Financial Statements for Fiscal Year 2020/21.

Planning and Economic Development Commission

The Duarte Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit to allow beer and wine sales at the proposed Heemo Sushi restaurant at 1221 Huntington Drive. They will also review progress on performance requirements for the ReStore retail store's conditional use permit. The meeting will be held via teleconference due to COVID-19, with public comments submitted by email.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit 2021-01 for beer/wine sales at Heemo Sushi, 1221 Huntington Drive
• Review of Conditional Use Permit 2019-07 performance requirements for ReStore retail store
• Approval of October 18, 2021 meeting minutes

The Commission approved Conditional Use Permit 2021-01, allowing on-site beer and wine sales at the proposed Heemo Sushi restaurant at 1221 Huntington Drive, with conditions including alcohol sales training, a security plan, and CCTV surveillance. The vote was 4-0. The Commission also approved the October 18, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0) and received a project update on the ReStore retail store's façade upgrade, with no formal action taken.

• Approved CUP 2021-01 for beer/wine sales at Heemo Sushi, 1221 Huntington Drive (4-0)
• Approved October 18, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Received update on ReStore CUP 2019-07 façade progress; no action taken

City Council

The Duarte City Council will hold a workshop on the SB 1383 climate pollutants program, then a regular meeting covering consent items and three business items: a $20,723.85 budget amendment for a regional food recovery program, a discussion on changing commissioner term dates, and options for filling a City Council vacancy. The meeting is held via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• First Amendment to SGVCOG Regional Food Recovery Program MOA with $20,723.85 budget amendment
• Discussion of amending Municipal Code for commissioner term dates
• Discussion of options for filling City Council vacancy
• Resolution No. 21-25 reauthorizing teleconferenced public meetings (AB 361)
• SB 9's negative impact in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones

City Council

The Duarte City Council is meeting in a regular joint session with the Successor Agency, Housing Authority, and Financing Authority. The agenda includes a workshop on the SB 1383 Short-Lived Climate Pollutants program, a possible extension of the DuartEbus operating agreement with Foothill Transit, and a performance review and rate adjustment for Burrtec Waste Services. The council will also consider forming a South Duarte Ad Hoc Committee and several routine items.

• DuartEbus MOU extension with Foothill Transit
• Burrtec Waste annual performance review and Amendment No. 13 with rate adjustment
• Resolution Nos. 21-23 and 21-24 setting medical insurance contributions for council and employees
• Proclamation for Dia de los Muertos, November 1-2, 2021
• Letter of support for Monrovia's application to withdraw from Foothill Workforce Development Board

The City Council approved a three-year extension of the Memorandum of Understanding with Foothill Transit for the DuarteBus service, overriding a motion for a two-year term. The council also approved the Burrtec Waste Services 2020 Annual Performance Review, including rate increases effective January 1, 2022, and the Multi-Family Bulky Item Pickup Program. A business item on an unspecified topic was tabled to a future meeting.

• Approved 3-year DuarteBus MOU extension with Foothill Transit (5-1)
• Approved Burrtec 2020 Annual Performance Review and Amendment No. 13 with rate schedule effective Jan 1, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Multi-Family Bulky Item Pickup Program as part of Burrtec amendment (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar items A-H including minutes, warrants, resolutions, and proclamations (6-0)
• Tabled business item C to a future meeting

Planning and Economic Development Commission

The Duarte Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three General Plan amendments: updating the Housing Element for 2021, amending the Safety Element, and incorporating Environmental Justice policies. The commission will also approve minutes from May and August 2021 meetings. Public comments must be submitted by email due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• General Plan Amendment 2021-01: Update Housing Element with 2021-2021 Housing Element
• General Plan Amendment 2021-02: Amend Safety Element of the General Plan
• General Plan Amendment 2021-03: Incorporate Environmental Justice policies into various General Plan elements
• Approval of minutes from May 17, 2021 and August 16, 2021

The Duarte Planning Commission approved three General Plan amendments (2021-01, 2021-02, 2021-03) related to the 2021-2029 Housing Element, Safety Element updates, and Environmental Justice policies. The approvals included removal of Site 9 from opportunity sites, as requested in a public comment. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved General Plan Amendment 2021-01 (Housing Element update) with PC Resolution 21-03, removing Site 9 (4-0)
• Approved General Plan Amendment 2021-02 (Safety Element update) with PC Resolution 21-04 (4-0)
• Approved General Plan Amendment 2021-03 (Environmental Justice policies) (4-0)
• Approved minutes of May 17, 2021 (3-0-1, Wolff abstaining)
• Approved minutes of August 16, 2021 (3-0-1, Vasquez abstaining)

City Council

The Duarte City Council will consider several business items, including a $247,000 budget amendment for pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements, a contract award not to exceed $81,500 for a City Hall restroom remodel, and a request to formally dissolve the Successor Agency. The consent calendar also includes routine approvals of minutes, warrants, and proclamations. The meeting is being held via teleconference due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Resolution No. 21-21: $247,000 budget amendment for ATP Cycle 4 Pedestrian Access and Bicycle Safety Improvements, including a professional services agreement with Urban Arena
• Award of contract to Beuse Inc. for City Hall Restroom Remodel (Project 21-10), not to exceed $81,500
• Resolution No. SA-21-01: Request to formally dissolve the Successor Agency to the Dissolved Redevelopment Agency
• Resolution No. 21-22: Authorizing teleconferenced public meetings pursuant to Assembly Bill 361
• Proclamations for Red Ribbon Week, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, World Teachers' Day, and LGBTQ+ History Month

The Duarte City Council approved all consent calendar items, including resolutions for transportation projects, teleconferenced meetings, and dissolution of the Successor Agency. They also approved Amendment No. Two to the East San Gabriel Valley Cohort MOU to include housing navigator services, and awarded a construction contract for the City Hall restroom remodel to Beuse Inc. for $74,091 plus contingency, totaling $81,500. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved consent calendar items A-K, including Resolution 21-21 for transportation agreements and $247,000 budget amendment (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-22 authorizing teleconferenced public meetings per AB 361 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution SA-21-01 requesting Oversight Board approval of Successor Agency dissolution (7-0)
• Approved Amendment No. Two to East San Gabriel Valley Cohort MOU for housing navigator services (7-0)
• Awarded City Hall restroom remodel contract to Beuse Inc. for $74,091 plus 10% contingency, total $81,500 (7-0)

City Council

The Duarte City Council will hold a public hearing to receive community input on redrawing election district boundaries, a process required after each census. The council will also consider several routine items, including approval of minutes, warrants, and reports, as well as a resolution to rename Business Center Drive to Fasana Road and a resolution to establish a restricted residential parking area on Conata Street, Markwood Street, and Woodmere Place. Additionally, there will be a TEFRA hearing on the issuance of tax-exempt bonds for the Westminster Gardens Continuing Care Facility, and a business item to approve a memorandum of agreement for a regional food recovery program. The meeting includes a closed session for pending litigation.

• Public hearing on redrawing election district boundaries
• Resolution No. 21-19 to rename Business Center Drive to Fasana Road
• Resolution No. 21-20 to initiate restricted residential parking on Conata Street, Markwood Street, and Woodmere Place
• TEFRA hearing on tax-exempt bonds for Westminster Gardens Continuing Care Facility
• Memorandum of Agreement for San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments' Regional Food Recovery Program

The City Council approved a restricted residential parking area for portions of Conata Street, Markwood Street, and Woodmere Place via Resolution No. 21-20. The council also approved the consent calendar, including renaming Business Center Drive to Fasana Road, and authorized participation in a regional food recovery program. A public hearing on redistricting was held with no action taken, and the council directed staff to revise the policy on excusing councilmember absences.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-20 establishing residential parking area for Conata, Markwood, Woodmere (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar items A-H and J-K, including renaming Business Center Drive to Fasana Road (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-18 approving tax-exempt bonds for HumanGood's Westminster Gardens project (7-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute MOA for SGVCOG Regional Food Recovery Program, not to exceed $19,785 (7-0)
• Directed staff to amend policy moving councilmember absence approvals from consent calendar to end of oral communication

Planning and Economic Development Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for Monday, September 20, 2021, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. Residents with questions can contact the Community Development Department.

• Meeting cancellation notice for September 20, 2021

Planning and Economic Development Commission

The Duarte Planning and Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on planning and economic development matters. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific substantive items listed in the provided text.

City Council

The Duarte City Council, also sitting as the Successor Agency, Housing Authority, and Financing Authority, will hold a regular meeting with a closed session on labor negotiations. The open session includes presentations, proclamations, and a consent calendar with items including a veto request letter for SB 9 and a resolution to apply for Outdoor Equity Grants Program funds. No public hearings or separate business items are scheduled.

• Veto request letter for SB 9 (Atkins) on increased density in single-family zones
• Resolution No. 21-17 approving application for Outdoor Equity Grants Program funds
• Proclamations for Hispanic Heritage Month and Suicide Prevention Month
• Approval of warrants for September 14, 2021
• Presentation and introduction of Foothill Unity Executive Director

The City Council held a regular joint meeting, closed to the public due to COVID-19, with public comments submitted electronically. The council approved the consent calendar (items A and C-K) and separately approved item B, which was removed for discussion. No public hearings or business items were held. The meeting included presentations on the San Gabriel Valley Regional Housing Trust, community development updates, and parks and recreation updates, and a retirement plaque was presented to outgoing Foothill Unity Executive Director Betty McWilliams.

• Approved consent calendar items A and C-K (6-0, Urias absent)
• Approved consent calendar item B (6-0, Urias absent)
• Adopted agenda (6-0, Urias absent)
• No reportable action from closed session on labor negotiations

City Council

The Duarte City Council is holding a special workshop on homelessness before its regular session. The regular agenda includes consent items such as approving warrants, a crossing guard services agreement, and proclamations, plus a business item to designate a voting delegate for the League of California Cities conference.

• Special workshop on homelessness at 6:00 p.m.
• Approval of All City Management Services Agreement for Crossing Guard Services
• Proclamation for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, September 2021
• Letters of support for SB 4 and AB 14 on telecommunications and broadband
• Designation of voting delegate for League of California Cities Annual Conference

The City Council approved a multi-part homeless strategy: work with the San Gabriel Valley Regional Housing Trust for shelter bed funding, review the Municipal Code for anti-nuisance and anti-camping ordinance options, and contract for an independent point-in-time homeless count. The motion passed unanimously. The council also approved the consent calendar and designated voting delegates for a conference.

• Approved homeless plan: shelter funding, code review, point-in-time count (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including crossing guard services agreement (7-0)
• Designated Councilmember Kang as Voting Delegate for League of California Cities conference (7-0)

Planning and Economic Development Commission

The Duarte Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to review a site plan design request for a new 949-square-foot accessory dwelling unit at 1017 Oak Avenue. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hear public comments on non-agenda items.

• Site Plan Design Review 2021-39 for a second-story ADU at 1017 Oak Avenue
• Approval of minutes from April 26, 2021 and May 17, 2021
• Resolution 2021-02 related to the ADU project

The Planning Commission approved a Site Plan Design Review for a new 949-square-foot second-story Accessory Dwelling Unit at 1017 Oak Avenue, with a 3-0 vote (Commissioner Vasquez absent). The approval was limited to architectural issues, as ADUs are not subject to use review. The minutes from April 26, 2021, were not approved due to a lack of a second, and the May 17, 2021, minutes were deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved SPDR 2021-39 for ADU at 1017 Oak Avenue (3-0-0-1)
• April 26, 2021 minutes not approved (motion died for lack of second)
• May 17, 2021 minutes deferred to next meeting

City Council

The Duarte City Council is holding a regular joint meeting to receive updates on ARPA funds, community development, and parks and recreation, and to consider consent calendar items. The most notable action is approving a $122,234 contract with RKA Consulting Group for construction documents for the Civic Center Central Plaza redesign. The meeting is conducted via teleconference due to COVID-19.

• Approve agreement with RKA Consulting Group for Civic Center Central Plaza redesign, not to exceed $122,234
• Receive and file update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) fund allocations
• Receive and file Community Development Status Report
• Receive and file Parks and Recreation update
• Approve City Council conference attendance: 26th Annual California JPIA Risk Management Educational Forum

The City Council approved a $122,234 agreement with RKA Consulting Group for construction documents to redesign the Civic Center Central Plaza, with a unanimous vote (6-0, with one absence). The meeting also included updates on ARPA funds, community development, and parks and recreation, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $122,234 agreement with RKA Consulting Group for Civic Center Central Plaza redesign (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar items A-G and I, including minutes, warrants, and reports (6-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)

City Council

The Duarte City Council is holding a regular joint meeting to decide on the FY 2021-2022 assessment levy for the Citywide Landscape and Lighting District, adopt ordinances on accessory dwelling units and commercial recycling, and accept completion of street projects. The agenda also includes public hearings, appointments to the Mayor's Youth Council, and discussion of non-conforming fencing. The meeting is conducted via teleconference due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing and resolution to levy FY 2021-2022 assessments for Citywide Landscape and Lighting District
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 904 adopting Municipal Code Amendment 2020-02 on accessory dwelling units
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 903 amending Chapter 6.09 on mandatory commercial recycling and organics recycling
• Accept as complete FY 20/21 Street Rehabilitation Project with Gentry Brothers Inc.
• Letter to Governor Newsom supporting Foothill Gold Line light rail project completion

The City Council approved Resolution No. 21-16, levying assessments for the Citywide Landscape and Lighting District for FY 2021-2022, with no public comments. The council also approved the consent calendar, including ordinances on accessory dwelling units and commercial recycling, and accepted completion of street projects. A discussion on non-conforming fencing was referred back to staff for at least one year of further study.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-16 for FY 2021-22 landscape and lighting assessments (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including Ordinance No. 904 (ADU regulations) and Ordinance No. 903 (commercial recycling) (6-0)
• Accepted FY 2021 Street Rehabilitation Project as complete with Gentry Brothers Inc.
• Accepted FY 2021 Annual Striping Project as complete with Superior Pavement Markings Inc.
• Approved letter to Governor Newsom supporting Foothill Gold Line light rail completion
• Approved Mayor's Youth Council appointments (6-0)
• Referred non-conforming fencing ordinance review to staff for at least one year of study (6-0)

Planning and Economic Development Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for Monday, July 19, 2021, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. Residents with questions can contact the Community Development Department.

• Meeting cancellation notice for July 19, 2021

City Council

The Duarte City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance updating accessory dwelling unit (ADU) rules and consider first reading of a waste management ordinance for mandatory commercial recycling. They will also discuss and possibly approve a redistricting consultant contract and schedule public hearings for redrawing council districts based on the 2020 Census.

• Public hearing: Ordinance No. 904 amending ADU and junior ADU regulations (Development Code Chapter 19.60.160)
• First reading: Ordinance No. 903 adding mandatory commercial recycling and organics recycling to Municipal Code Chapter 6.09
• Approve contract with National Demographics Inc. for redistricting consultant services, not to exceed $62,000
• Approve Granicus LLC website design and maintenance agreement, not to exceed $99,024 over 5 years
• Approve bike rack memorial for Gordon Loyd Gibbons along Watson Recreation Trail with $1,664.27 budget amendment

The City Council introduced Ordinance No. 904, which updates accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations to comply with state law, and Ordinance No. 903, which adds mandatory commercial recycling and organics recycling provisions. The Council also approved a $62,000 contract with National Demographics Inc. for redistricting services, setting a hearing schedule for the 2020 Census district redrawing process.

• Introduced Ordinance No. 904 (ADU regulations) for first reading, approved unanimously.
• Introduced Ordinance No. 903 (mandatory commercial recycling and organics) for first reading, approved unanimously.
• Approved contract with National Demographics Inc. for redistricting services, not to exceed $62,000, with a budget amendment of up to $32,000.
• Set redistricting public hearing schedule: September 28, October 26, November 9, 2021, and January 11, 2022.
• Approved the Consent Calendar, including a bike rack memorial for Gordon Loyd Gibbons and a website design agreement with Granicus, LLC for $99,024.
• Approved a proclamation declaring July as Parks Make Life Better Month.
• Approved participation in the Los Angeles Urban County Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program (Resolution No. 21-15).

City Council

The Duarte City Council will discuss options for shelter beds for homeless persons and consider repealing the local face-covering urgency ordinance. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving warrants, financial reports, and agreements with the Chamber of Commerce and employee unions.

• Discussion and possible action on shelter beds for homeless persons
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 902 repealing Urgency Ordinance No. 900 on face coverings
• Agreement with Duarte Chamber of Commerce for services up to $70,100 (July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022)
• Sublease agreement with Chamber of Commerce for 1735 Huntington Dr at $500/month
• Budget amendment of $93,935.89 for vehicle costs for a dedicated Sergeant position

The City Council approved the master-leased motel option for homeless shelter beds, directing staff to develop a comprehensive execution plan with enforcement actions and monthly updates. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 902, repealing the urgency face-covering mandate, and approved a $93,935.89 budget amendment for a vehicle for the dedicated Sergeant position.

• Approved master-leased motels as the homeless shelter option, with staff to create a plan and report monthly.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 902, repealing Urgency Ordinance No. 900 on face coverings.
• Approved a $93,935.89 budget amendment for a vehicle for the dedicated Sergeant position.
• Approved the consent calendar, including agreements with the Duarte Chamber of Commerce and SEIU Local 721 MOUs.
• Approved the first amendment to City Manager Daniel Jordan's agreement, extending his term to June 30, 2024.
• Approved warrants for June 23, 2021, including a $3,964.40 expenditure for homeless outreach.
• Approved the absence of Councilmember Urias from the meeting.
• Approved the minutes of June 7 and June 8, 2021.

Planning and Economic Development Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, June 21, 2021, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. Residents with questions can contact the Community Development Department.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Duarte City Council will hold a regular joint meeting to discuss and possibly approve the FY 2021-22 Budget and Capital Improvement Program. The agenda also includes introduction of an ordinance to repeal the face covering mandate, and several consent calendar items such as agreements for probation officer services and traffic signal work.

• FY 2021-22 Budget and Capital Improvement Program discussion and possible action
• Ordinance No. 902 to repeal Urgency Ordinance No. 900 (face covering mandate)
• Agreement with LA County Probation Department for $109,000 for deputy probation officer services
• Agreement with The Richman Group for traffic signal work for $141,573.60
• Resolution to levy assessments for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District FY 2021-22

The City Council introduced Ordinance No. 902 to repeal the face-covering mandate, aligning with county timing, and approved the FY 2021-22 Budget and Capital Improvement Program. The consent calendar was approved, including resolutions on the SCAG Traffic Safety Pledge, landscape district assessments, and agreements with Los Angeles County and The Richman Group.

• Introduced Ordinance No. 902 repealing face-covering mandate (5-0)
• Approved FY 2021-22 Budget and Capital Improvement Program (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including SCAG Traffic Safety Pledge Resolution 21-R-10 (5-0)
• Authorized landscape district assessments for FY 2021-22 via Resolution 21-R-08 (5-0)
• Approved General Services Agreement with County of Los Angeles for 2021-2026 (5-0)
• Approved $109,000 agreement with LA County Probation for Deputy Probation Officer (5-0)
• Approved $141,573.60 Traffic Signal Agreement with The Richman Group (5-0)
• Approved letters of support for SB 1383 and SB 619 organic waste regulations (5-0)

City Council

This is a special closed session meeting of the Duarte City Council. The only substantive item is a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with SEIU Local 721 for management, professional, and general employee units. No public action is scheduled.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel and labor negotiator regarding SEIU Local 721 units
• Meeting held via teleconference at 1600 Huntington Drive, Duarte

The City Council met in a special closed session to discuss labor negotiations with SEIU Local 721 for management, professional, and general employee units. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned at 6:21 p.m. The minutes record no substantive public decisions.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0, with 2 absent)
• Held closed session on labor negotiations with SEIU Local 721; no reportable action

City Council

The Duarte City Council, along with the Successor Agency, Housing Authority, and Financing Authority, is holding a regular joint meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with the only substantive item being a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with SEIU Local 721 for management, professional, and general employee units. Public comment is available via Zoom or email.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel and labor negotiator regarding SEIU Local 721 employee units
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda
• Meeting held via teleconference due to COVID-19 state of emergency

City Council

The Duarte City Council will consider repealing Urgency Ordinance No. 900 on face coverings, award several construction contracts, and approve routine consent items. The meeting includes a closed session on the City Manager's employment, labor negotiations, and existing litigation.

• Introduce Ordinance No. 902 to repeal face mask urgency ordinance
• Award $466,672.54 contract to Towo Enterprise for Duarte Road Sidewalk and Pedestrian Lighting Project
• Award $77,392.43 contract to United Storm Water for Catch Basin Retrofit Project
• Approve $160,000 State Law Enforcement Supplemental Funds expenditure
• Accept completion of Citywide Concrete Repair Project No. 21-5

The City Council voted 5-2 against introducing Ordinance No. 902, which would have repealed the urgency face covering mandate. Instead, the council voted unanimously to continue the first reading to June 8, 2021, with a second reading on June 22, 2021, and to direct the City Manager regarding potential suspension of Ordinance No. 900. The consent calendar was approved unanimously, including contracts for catch basin retrofits, sidewalk lighting, striping, and other items.

• Introduced Ordinance No. 902 to repeal face covering mandate failed (2-5)
• Continued first reading of non-urgency ordinance to June 8, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including contracts and budget amendments (7-0)
• Awarded contract to United Storm Water Inc. for catch basin retrofit ($577,392.43)
• Awarded contract to Towo Enterprise Inc. for sidewalk and lighting improvements ($466,672.54)
• Awarded contract to Superior Pavement Markings for striping ($87,978.50)
• Accepted Citywide Concrete Repair Project as complete with budget amendment ($8,889.50)
• Approved $160,000 for State Law Enforcement Supplemental Funds

Planning and Economic Development Commission

The Duarte Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a city-initiated amendment to replace Chapter 19.60.160 of the Duarte Development Code with new accessory dwelling unit (ADU) standards that comply with state law, and to update related definitions in Chapter 19.160.050. The commission will also introduce new Commissioner Danny Ramirez, approve the April 26, 2021 minutes, and hear public comments on non-agenda items. Due to COVID-19, public comments must be submitted by email before the meeting.

• Public hearing on Municipal Code Amendment 2020-02 to replace ADU development standards in Chapter 19.60.160
• Modification of Chapter 19.160.050 definitions for accessory dwelling units
• Introduction of new Commissioner Danny Ramirez
• Approval of April 26, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comments accepted by email only due to City Hall closure

The Duarte Planning Commission approved Municipal Code Amendment 2020-02, which replaces Chapter 19.60.160 to establish new development standards for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) that comply with state law, and modifies Chapter 19.160.050 definitions. The motion passed 3-0-0-1, with Commissioner Wolff absent. The commission also deferred approval of the April 26, 2021 minutes to the next meeting due to lack of quorum and welcomed new Commissioner Danny Ramirez.

• Approved Municipal Code Amendment 2020-02 for new ADU development standards (3-0-0-1)
• Deferred approval of April 26, 2021 minutes to next meeting
• Welcomed new Commissioner Danny Ramirez

City Council

The Duarte City Council is holding a regular joint meeting with its successor agency, housing authority, and financing authority. The agenda includes routine consent items such as approving minutes, warrants, and status reports, as well as a resolution to join the Fire Districts Association of California Employment Benefits Authority and letters of support for AB 1053 and a state budget proposal on utility arrearages. The council will also receive presentations on library services, proclamations, and status reports from community development and parks and recreation.

• Resolution No. 21-06 to join the Fire Districts Association of California Employment Benefits Authority
• Letter of support for AB 1053 to Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel
• Letter of support for Senate Budget Subcommittee proposal on water, wastewater, and electric utility arrearages
• Accept as complete the Parking Lot Improvement Project at Royal Oaks Park, Project Job No. 21-6
• Closed session on labor negotiations and existing litigation (Cities of Duarte, et al v. State Water Resources Control Board)

The Duarte City Council approved the consent calendar, which included accepting the Royal Oaks Park parking lot project, joining the Fire Districts Association of California Employment Benefits Authority, and sending letters of support for AB 1053 and a water utility arrearages proposal. In closed session, the council authorized filing a respondent's brief in an attorneys' fees appeal related to the Cities of Duarte v. State Water Resources Control Board litigation. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included presentations and public comments on tenant eviction letters.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes, warrants, and status reports (6-0)
• Accepted Royal Oaks Park parking lot improvement project as complete
• Adopted Resolution 21-06 to join Fire Districts Association of California Employment Benefits Authority
• Authorized letter to Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel supporting AB 1053
• Authorized letter of support for Senate budget proposal on utility arrearages
• Authorized filing respondent's brief in attorneys' fees appeal in water litigation (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a budget workshop to review the proposed FY 2021-22 budget, which includes a $845,000 General Fund surplus. Staff will present budget highlights and the Council will discuss and provide direction for the final budget document to be considered on June 8th.

• General Fund revenues projected at $20.4 million, expenditures at $19.5 million
• $1.7 million in building permit revenue projected, down from $3 million in 2020-21
• Sheriff's contract increases to $4,677,000 (1.5% COLA and 11% Liability Trust Fund rate)
• $500,000 in CDBG funds for Civic Center Courtyard reconstruction
• $1.6 million Measure M grant for Highland Promenade first/last mile project

The City Council held a budget workshop and directed staff to return on June 8, 2021, with options for a dedicated Liaison Sergeant position ($300k) and a possible deferral of the Economic Development Commission City Image project ($25k) to fund a $25,000 increase to the Chamber of Commerce agreement. No final budget decisions were made; the workshop was for discussion and direction.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring back budget options for June 8, 2021 meeting
• Discussed $845,000 general fund surplus
• Considered $300k Liaison Sergeant contract
• Considered deferring $25k City Image project
• Considered $25k increase to Chamber of Commerce agreement

City Council

The Duarte City Council is holding a joint meeting to review the proposed FY 2021-22 budget, including a budget overview, discussion of the General Fund and other city funds, and deliberation to provide direction to staff. The meeting is conducted remotely due to COVID-19, with public comment available via Zoom or email.

• Budget overview and highlights for FY 2021-22
• Discussion of General Fund and other city funds
• Deliberation and direction to staff on the FY 2021-22 budget

City Council

The Duarte City Council will hold a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. to interview Planning Commissioner applicants, followed by a regular session at 7:00 p.m. The regular agenda includes proclamations, financial and public safety reports, and several business items: appointing a Planning Commissioner, discussing prohibited fencing, a memorial for Gordon Loyd Gibbons, and a possible Independence Day celebration with fireworks on July 3, 2021. The meeting is conducted via teleconference due to COVID-19.

• Planning Commissioner interviews at 5:30 p.m.
• Discussion and possible action on prohibited fencing
• Discussion and possible action on a memorial piece for Gordon Loyd Gibbons
• Discussion and possible action on Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks Show on July 3, 2021
• Letter of support for City of Hope's Community Project Funding request

The Duarte City Council appointed Danny Ramirez to the Planning Commission for a term ending December 31, 2023. The Council also directed staff to draft an ordinance to abate non-compliant fencing, approved a $32,500 budget amendment for the July 3rd fireworks show, and approved the consent calendar. All votes were unanimous except for the fencing motion, which passed 6-1 with Councilmember Kang dissenting.

• Appointed Danny Ramirez to Planning Commission (7-0)
• Directed staff to draft ordinance abating non-compliant fencing (6-1)
• Approved $32,500 budget amendment for Independence Day event (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 10A-10G (7-0)

Planning and Economic Development Commission

The Duarte Planning Commission held meetings on April 26, May 17, and August 16, 2021. They discussed the Housing Element Update, approved a municipal code amendment for accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and approved a site plan for a new two-story ADU at 1017 Oak Avenue. The agenda includes both discussion items and formal decisions.

• Approved Municipal Code Amendment 2020-02 updating ADU development standards to comply with state law
• Approved Site Plan Design Review 2021-39 for a 949 sq ft two-story ADU over a 1,237 sq ft four-car garage at 1017 Oak Avenue
• Discussed Housing Element Update 2021-2029, including sites for lower- and moderate-income housing
• Noted resignation of Commissioner Farra and appointment of new Commissioner Danny Ramirez

The Duarte Planning Commission held a community workshop on the Housing Element Update 2021-2029, with a presentation by consultant Karen Warner covering the update process, projected housing needs (RHNA), and potential housing sites. No formal decisions were made; the item was for discussion and public comment. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 15, 2021 meeting.

• Approved minutes of March 15, 2021 (3-0-0-1, Wolff absent)
• Held community workshop on Housing Element Update 2021-2029 (discussion only)

City Council

The Duarte Planning Commission will hold a community workshop to continue work on the Housing Element Update 2021-2029, focusing on identifying local sites for lower- and moderate-income housing to meet state regional housing needs. The public can comment by email before the meeting due to COVID-19 closures. The commission will also approve minutes from March 15, 2021.

• Community workshop on Housing Element Update 2021-2029
• Discussion of sites for lower and moderate income housing
• Public comments by email to [email protected]
• Approval of March 15, 2021 minutes

City Council

This is a special joint meeting of the Duarte City Council and related agencies, consisting mostly of procedural items and a closed session. The only substantive item is a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with SEIU Local 721 for management, professional, and general employee units. No public action is scheduled.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel and labor negotiator regarding SEIU Local 721 units
• Oral communications for items not on the agenda (30 minutes)
• Oral communications on closed session item (30 minutes)

The City Council met in a special joint closed session to confer with legal counsel and its labor negotiator regarding SEIU employee units. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Adopted meeting agenda by unanimous consensus
• Held closed session on labor negotiations with SEIU (no action reported)

City Council

This is a regular joint meeting of the Duarte City Council and related agencies. The agenda contains only standard procedural items: call to order, pledge, agenda adoption, public comment, and a closed session for legal counsel. No specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings are listed for this meeting.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda
• Meeting held via teleconference due to COVID-19 state of emergency

Planning and Economic Development Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 19, 2021, has been cancelled and rescheduled as a Special Meeting on April 26, 2021. No agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting rescheduled from April 19 to April 26, 2021

City Council

The Duarte City Council is holding a special joint workshop to discuss governance principles and establish Council priorities for the coming year. The workshop includes reviewing and potentially updating a 2019 resolution on citywide governance by district, and selecting top priorities from a list of 13 items. No formal decisions are made at the workshop; it is a discussion and consensus-building session.

• Discussion of updating the June 2019 Council Resolution 'Re-Establishing Citywide Governance by District Policy' to acknowledge district interests
• Review of 13 potential priorities including maintaining financial health, addressing homelessness, supporting housing development, and developing a multi-use public safety facility in Civic Center
• Workshop facilitated by Management Partners consultants
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda (30 minutes max)

The City Council held a workshop to discuss governance principles and set priorities for FY 2021-22. After discussion, the Council voted anonymously to identify top priorities, which included addressing homelessness, revitalizing commercial centers, strengthening the relationship with City of Hope, and applying resources for beautification. Staff will formalize these priorities and incorporate them into the budget for adoption by resolution.

• Adopted agenda by unanimous consensus
• Identified top priorities: Address Homelessness, Encourage revitalization of commercial centers, Develop stronger relationship with City of Hope, Apply resources for beautification
• Eliminated priority items 1 (maintain financial health) and 7 (economic recovery roadmap) from the list
• Directed staff to formalize priorities and include in FY 2021-22 budget

City Council

The Duarte City Council is holding a workshop on City Hall courtyard renovation, followed by a closed session on labor negotiations with SEIU Local 721. The regular meeting includes proclamations, status reports, and a discussion on California Cities for Local Control.

• Workshop on City Hall Courtyard Renovation
• Closed session on labor negotiations with SEIU Local 721
• Proclamation for DMV/Donate Life Month
• Agreement with Duarte Unified School District for Fitness Center Pool use (April 16 - May 31, 2021)
• Discussion on California Cities for Local Control (continued from March 23)

The City Council received and filed a report on the California Cities for Local Control organization and directed staff not to endorse its efforts, citing redundancy with existing advocacy groups. The council also approved the consent calendar, including the 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and an agreement with Duarte Unified School District for pool use. No other substantive decisions were made; the workshop on City Hall renovation was informational only.

• Directed staff not to endorse California Cities for Local Control (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items 12.A-12.H (7-0)
• Approved 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (consent)
• Approved agreement with Duarte Unified School District for pool use (consent)

City Council

The Duarte City Council will hold a joint meeting to consider consent items including a $343,393.44 street rehabilitation contract, an ordinance limiting third-party food delivery fees, and resolutions on SB 1 projects and condemning discrimination. They will also discuss renaming Business Center Drive and a proposal from Foothill Unity Center for emergency COVID aid.

• Award contract to Gentry Brothers, Inc. for $343,393.44 for FY 20/21 Street Rehabilitation Project
• Second reading of ordinance limiting third-party food delivery fees (CB 21-O-02)
• Resolution adopting list of FY 2021-22 SB 1 road repair projects (CB 21-R-04)
• Resolution condemning discrimination, hate, and bigotry (CB 21-R-05)
• Discussion on possible renaming of Business Center Drive

The City Council unanimously approved renaming Business Center Drive, west of Highland, to 'Fasana Road' in honor of former Councilmember John Fasana. They also approved the consent calendar, including an ordinance limiting third-party food delivery fees, and authorized a $10,000 agreement with Foothill Unity Center for emergency COVID aid. A business item on California Cities for Local Control was continued to the next meeting for further research.

• Renamed Business Center Drive, west of Highland, to 'Fasana Road' (7-0)
• Adopted consent calendar including Ordinance No. 901 limiting third-party food delivery fees (7-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute $10,000 Memorandum of Agreement with Foothill Unity Center for emergency COVID aid (7-0)
• Continued California Cities for Local Control item to next meeting for additional research (7-0)

Planning and Economic Development Commission

The Duarte Planning Commission is holding a community workshop on the Housing Element Update 2021-2029, with a presentation by city staff and the consultant on progress. The public can comment only by email before the meeting due to COVID-19 closures, and comments will be read during the meeting. The commission will also approve minutes from February 16, 2021.

• Community workshop on Housing Element Update 2021-2029
• Public comments must be emailed to [email protected] before the meeting
• Call-in participation requires contacting Community Development at 626.357.7931 before 4:00 p.m. on meeting day
• Approval of minutes from February 16, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for April 19, 2021

The commission held a community workshop on the Housing Element Update 2021-2029, with a presentation by consultant Karen Warner covering the process, housing needs, RHNA requirements, and public comments. No formal decisions were made; the item was for discussion only. The commission approved the February 16, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0).

• Approved minutes of February 16, 2021 (4-0)
• Held community workshop on Housing Element Update 2021-2029 (discussion only)

City Council

The Duarte City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to cap fees charged by third-party food delivery services. The council will also discuss a proposal to join California Cities for Local Control and consider adopting a white paper on LAHSA reform. Several routine items are on the consent calendar, including minutes, warrants, and proclamations.

• Public hearing on ordinance limiting third-party food delivery fees (first reading)
• Discussion on joining California Cities for Local Control
• Resolution adopting SGV Council of Governments' white paper on LAHSA reform
• Letter of opposition to SB 9 (increased density in single-family zones)
• Closed session on real property negotiations for 1735 Huntington Drive

The City Council approved the consent calendar, including a resolution adopting the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments' white paper on LAHSA reform. It also introduced an ordinance for first reading to limit third-party food delivery fees. The council took no action in closed session and continued discussion on California Cities for Local Control to the next meeting.

• Adopted the consent calendar, approving items A, B, C, F, G, H, I, J and receiving/filing items D, E.
• Adopted Resolution 21-03 endorsing the SGV COG white paper on LAHSA reform.
• Introduced Council Bill 21-O-02 for first reading, establishing limits on third-party food delivery fees.
• Appointed an ad hoc committee (Paras-Caracci, Kang, Truong) to work with the Chamber on leasehold issues for 1735 Huntington Drive.
• Continued discussion on California Cities for Local Control to the next meeting.

City Council

The Duarte City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, warrants, and a final tract map, as well as receiving the mid-year budget report and considering budget amendments. They will also appoint a councilmember to the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Committee. The agenda includes presentations on the Mayor's Youth Council and Clean Air Duarte, but no major policy decisions are listed.

• Approval of Final Tract Map 82518 and associated Subdivision Agreement for public works improvements
• Receive and file 2020/21 mid-year budget report and approval of budget amendments
• Appointment of City Councilmember to SGV COG Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Committee
• Approval of warrants for February 23, 2021
• Presentation by Allegra Consulting on Clean Air Duarte

The City Council received and filed the 2020/21 mid-year budget report and approved the associated budget amendments. It also voted to agendize a future discussion on smoke-free multi-unit housing policies, following a presentation by Allegra Consulting. The council approved Final Tract Map 82518 and appointed Councilmember Paras-Caracci to a regional committee.

• Approved the 2020/21 mid-year budget report and budget amendments as outlined in the staff report.
• Agendized a discussion about smoke-free multi-unit housing policies.
• Approved Final Tract Map 82518 and authorized the Mayor to execute the associated Subdivision Agreement.
• Appointed Councilmember Paras-Caracci as representative to the SGVCOG Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Committee.
• Adopted the Consent Calendar, approving items A, B, C, G and receiving/filing items D, E; item F was removed and approved separately.

Planning and Economic Development Commission

The Duarte Planning Commission will hold its annual review of the City of Hope Development Agreement (2018-01) for the campus plan buildout, and will consider a site plan design review for a new two-story home at 2528 Gardi Street. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, commission reorganization, and public comments submitted by email due to COVID-19 closures.

• Annual review of City of Hope Development Agreement 2018-01 for campus plan buildout
• Site Plan Design Review (SPDR 2020-33): demolition of existing single-story home and construction of new 2,399 sq ft two-story home at 2528 Gardi Street
• Approval of November 16, 2020 minutes
• Commission reorganization
• Public comments required by email due to COVID-19

The Duarte Planning Commission approved a site plan and design review for a new 2,399-square-foot, two-story home at 2528 Gardi Street, with a 4-0 vote. The commission also found the City of Hope in substantial compliance with its development agreement (3-0-1) and reorganized its leadership, electing Sara Vasquez as Chair and Tina Heany as Vice-Chair.

• Approved Site Plan Design Review 2020-33 for new home at 2528 Gardi Street (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-01 for the project (4-0)
• Found City of Hope in substantial compliance with Development Agreement 2018-01 (3-0-1, Wolff abstained)
• Elected Sara Vasquez as Chairperson (4-0)
• Elected Tina Heany as Vice-Chair (4-0)
• Approved minutes of November 16, 2020 (4-0)

City Council

The Duarte City Council is meeting to consider an urgency ordinance limiting third-party food delivery fees, discuss options for COVID-19 assistance programs for residents and businesses, and review a proposed settlement in the Cal-Am water rate case. The meeting also includes several routine consent items, including a $137,274.25 concrete repair contract and acceptance of a city hall roof replacement.

• Urgency Ordinance 21-O-01 limiting third-party food delivery fees
• Options for COVID-19 assistance programs for residents and businesses
• Settlement agreement in Cal-Am general rate case (CPUC Proceeding 19-07-004)
• Contract award to FS Contractors, Inc. for $137,274.25 for Citywide Concrete Repair Project
• Acceptance of City Hall roof replacement by Commercial Waterproofing Systems, Inc.

The City Council tabled an urgency ordinance limiting third-party food delivery fees, opting to revisit it as a non-urgency item with more data. They also directed staff to prepare a proposal for Foothill Unity Center to implement a resident assistance program and approved a settlement agreement in the Cal-Am water rate case.

• Tabled urgency ordinance 21-O-01 limiting third-party food delivery fees (7-0)
• Directed staff to prepare a proposal for Foothill Unity Center for Duarte resident assistance (7-0)
• Approved settlement agreement in Cal-Am General Rate Case (7-0)
• Adopted consent calendar items A, B, C, F, G, H; received and filed D, E (7-0)
• Authorized filing motion for rehearing and petition for hearing in Supreme Court (unanimous)

City Council

The Duarte City Council will consider options for additional COVID-19 assistance programs for residents and businesses, a discussion continued from January 12. The agenda also includes routine consent items, including acceptance of a $210,785 state tobacco enforcement grant and a water quality monitoring agreement. Several presentations and reports are scheduled, including public safety and financial updates.

• COVID-19 assistance program options for residents and businesses (continued from 1/12/21)
• Resolution accepting $210,785 Tobacco Law Enforcement Grant from California DOJ for FY 20-21 and FY 21-22
• Memorandum of Agreement with LA County and cities for Rio Hondo/San Gabriel River water quality monitoring
• Recognition of retiring employee Mike Tarr
• Presentations from Duarte Chamber of Commerce, Foothill Unity Center, Santa Anita Family YMCA

Planning and Economic Development Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for Tuesday, January 19, 2021, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. Residents with questions can contact the Community Development Department.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Duarte City Council will discuss options for additional assistance programs for residents and businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and make appointments to intergovernmental organizations, including the Upper San Gabriel River Working Group. The meeting also includes consent calendar items such as approving warrants, a resolution to apply for Proposition 68 grant funds for the Fish Canyon Trail Restoration and Access Planning Project, and ratifying school district commission appointments.

• Options for COVID-19 assistance programs for residents and businesses
• Appointments to intergovernmental organizations and Upper San Gabriel River Working Group
• Resolution 21-R-01 to apply for Proposition 68 grant for Fish Canyon Trail Restoration
• Approval of warrants for December 22, 2020 and January 12, 2021
• Ratification of James Finlay to Parks and Recreation Commission and Ken Bell to Public Safety Commission