Montebello, California

City Council

Personnel Advisory Commission

Planning Commission

City Council

Planning Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Personnel Advisory Commission

City Council

Planning Commission

City Council

Planning Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Personnel Advisory Commission

Planning Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Planning Commission

Personnel Advisory Commission

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Personnel Advisory Commission

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Personnel Advisory Commission

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Personnel Advisory Commission

Planning Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Planning Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Planning Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Planning Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Planning Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

City Council

Planning Commission

The Montebello Planning Commission will approve the minutes from its June 16, 2026 meeting. It will hold public hearings and consider two conditional use permits: one to allow on‑sale beer and wine at Los Sabores de Mexico (1105 West Whittier Boulevard) and another to establish a Planet Fitness gym in the Montebello Mix shopping center (802 West Beverly Boulevard). Both projects are recommended for conditional approval and are found exempt from CEQA.

• Approve Planning Commission minutes – June 16, 2026
• Conditional Use Permit PC-2026-0020-CUP for an on‑sale beer and wine license at 1105 West Whittier Boulevard (Los Sabores de Mexico)
• Conditional Use Permit PC-2026-0021-CUP to allow a new Planet Fitness gym at 802 West Beverly Boulevard, remodeling approximately 17,609 sq ft
• Both projects recommended for conditional approval and determined exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider filling vacant ad hoc committee assignments for the Arts & Culture, Special Events/Programs, and other committees. The agenda also includes approval of June 18, 2026, meeting minutes and staff updates on Concerts in the Park and the Downtown Street Fest. No major policy decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Filling vacancies on Arts & Culture, Special Events/Programs, and other ad hoc committees
• Approval of minutes from June 18, 2026 regular meeting
• Staff communications on Concerts in the Park and Downtown Street Fest

City Council

Planning Commission

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Traffic and Safety Commission will review a pedestrian safety analysis for 11 uncontrolled crossings on Whittier Boulevard and consider approving recommendations with cost estimates. They will also review the 2026 Engineering and Traffic Survey for speed limit changes and the 30% design of the Olympic Boulevard Complete Streets project. Several stop sign studies and blue curb applications for ADA parking are on the agenda.

• Whittier Boulevard pedestrian crossing safety analysis and recommended enhancements at 11 uncontrolled crossings
• Review of 2026 Engineering and Traffic Survey for updated speed limits on roadway segments
• Review of 30% design of CP-905 Olympic Boulevard Complete Streets project
• All-way stop sign studies at South Spruce Street/West Los Angeles Avenue and South 5th Street/West Los Angeles Avenue with recommendations to deny stops but add red curb
• Blue curb applications for ADA parking at 753 Bradshawe Street and 1345 Carob Way

City Council

The Montebello City Council will consider several public‑hearing items, including two assessments for the Natasha Lane landscape and sewer districts. It will vote on an exclusive negotiation agreement with Primestor Development, LLC to evaluate potential redevelopment of downtown properties. The council will also adopt resolutions to create an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District and to impose a temporary moratorium on certain transit‑oriented development applications.

• Adopt Resolution 26‑39 to levy assessments for the Natasha Lane Landscape Assessment District (FY 2026‑27)
• Adopt Resolution 26‑40 to levy assessments for the Natasha Lane Sewer and Storm Water Pump Station Assessment District (FY 2026‑27)
• Approve exclusive negotiation agreement with Primestor Development, LLC for downtown Montebello redevelopment
• Adopt Resolution 26‑46 to establish the Montebello Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District
• Adopt Urgency Ordinance 2495 to temporarily halt certain transit‑oriented development applications in the Washington Boulevard area

General

The City Council and Public Financing Authority will consider adopting resolutions authorizing the issuance of Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds, 2026 Series A, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $44,000,000. The bonds would refund existing debt, and the city manager and finance director would be authorized to execute related documents. The meeting includes routine opening ceremonies, public comment, and adjournment to the next regular meeting on August 12, 2026.

• Adopt Resolution No. 26-51 and Resolution No. 26-01 authorizing up to $44 million in Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds, 2026 Series A

Personnel Advisory Commission

This meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 28, 2026. No items were discussed or decided.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider filling vacant seats on its Arts & Culture, Golf, Special Events/Programs, and Sports committees. The commission will also vote to approve the minutes from its May 21 meeting. Staff will provide updates on community garden, aquatics, youth basketball, and upcoming events including Independence Day, concerts, and a downtown street fest.

• Selection of ad hoc committee members to fill vacancies on Arts & Culture, Golf, Special Events/Programs, and Sports committees
• Approval of minutes from the May 21, 2026 regular meeting
• Staff communication on Chet Holifield Park Community Garden
• Staff communication on Aquatics Programming and Youth Basketball
• Staff communication on Independence Day Celebration, Concerts in the Park, and Downtown Street Fest

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to decide on the revocation of conditional use permits for three commercial cannabis operations. These actions are proposed due to alleged failures to comply with approval conditions and development agreements.

• Proposed revocation of CUP No. 01-19 for CaliMed Management Group, LLC at 914 South Vail Avenue
• Proposed revocation of CUP No. 07-19 and amendment No. 07-19-M1 for Saint’s Place LLC at 728 South Vail Avenue
• Proposed revocation of CUP No. 03-19 for GW Montebello Inc. at 1616 Beach Street
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from April 21, 2026

City Council

The City Council will vote on adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-27 operating and capital budgets, the compensation plan, and the appropriations limit. A consent calendar includes contracts, grant acceptances, and a citywide striping agreement. Public hearings and other non-consent items are not listed; the budget adoption is the main item for discussion.

• Adoption of FY 2026-27 budget via Resolutions 26-41, 26-42, and 26-43, including compensation plan and Gann limit
• Increase blanket purchase order with Life-Assist, Inc. by $25,000 for emergency medical supplies
• Amendment No. 1 with West and Associates Engineering, extending contract to June 2027 and increasing cap to $145,300
• Award professional services agreement to J&S Striping Company for citywide striping, up to $650,000 per year
• Accept $50,000 State Homeland Security Program grant and approve purchase of one vehicle

Civil Service Commission

The Montebello Civil Service Commission will continue a hearing on an appeal concerning an employee termination. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Continuation of appeal hearing for an employee termination under Montebello Municipal Code Chapter 2.60 and Civil Service Rules Section 261

Planning Commission

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting to continue an appeal hearing regarding an employee termination. This process is conducted pursuant to Chapter 2.60 of the Montebello Municipal Code and Section 261 of the Civil Service Rules and Regulations.

• Continuation of appeal hearing regarding an employee termination

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is holding a special meeting to continue an appeal hearing regarding an employee termination. No other substantive business is on the agenda. The meeting will proceed with public comments and procedural items before hearing the appeal.

• Continuation of appeal hearing under Montebello Municipal Code Chapter 2.60 and Civil Service Rule 261 pertaining to an employee termination

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a resolution establishing the annual residential solid waste collection and recycling rate for Fiscal Year 2026-27. The council will also consider several contracts, including a $49,800 amendment for transit strategic planning, a $597,500 award for urban forest management, and a $342,879 award for a community garden project. Additionally, the council will receive a presentation on the proposed FY 2026-27 budget and capital projects.

• Public hearing and resolution to set residential solid waste and recycling rates for FY 2026-27 (Athens Services contract)
• Amendment No. 1 with Insight Strategies, Inc. for $49,800 for transit strategic planning
• Award of $597,500 to West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Urban Forest Management Plan grant implementation (Cal Fire funds)
• Award of $342,879 to Voltaire Engineering, Inc. for Chet Holifield Community Garden Project (CP 945)
• Acceptance of Rio Hondo Coastal Spreading Grounds Fence Replacement Project ($1,234,400 final contract with J&A Engineering)

The City Council approved annual residential solid waste collection and recycling rates for Fiscal Year 2026-27. Additional actions included awarding contracts for urban forest management, community garden projects, and transit assessment services.

• Approved residential solid waste collection and recycling rate adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Insight Strategies, Inc. for Montebello Bus Lines assessment (unanimous)
• Awarded $597,500 contract to West Coast Arborists, Inc. for urban forest management (unanimous)
• Confirmed annual tax rate for voter approved indebtedness (unanimous)
• Awarded $342,879 agreement to Voltaire Engineering, Inc. for Chet Holifield Community Garden (unanimous)
• Accepted completion of Rio Hondo Coastal Spreading Grounds Fence Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Authorized execution of EPA Region 9 Administrative Order on Consent (unanimous)

Personnel Advisory Commission

The Montebello Civil Service Commission will conduct an appeal hearing regarding an employee termination, as authorized by city code and civil service rules. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a prior meeting and staff communications.

• Approval of Civil Service minutes from January 27, 2026
• Appeal hearing for an employee termination pursuant to Montebello Municipal Code Chapter 2.60 and Civil Service Rules Section 261

Traffic and Safety Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Montebello Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving the minutes from its March 19, 2026 regular meeting. Staff will provide updates on golf course promotions, the Summer Recreation Guide, pool/splash pad opening dates, spring camp, the Memorial Day ceremony, Stride for Pride, and a save-the-date item. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from March 19, 2026 regular Parks and Recreation Commission meeting
• Golf Course Current Promotions – staff update
• Summer Rec Guide – staff update
• Pool/Splash Pad Opening Dates – staff update
• Memorial Day Ceremony and Stride for Pride – staff updates

Planning Commission

City Council

The City Council will hold a second reading and consider adopting four ordinances amending Title 17 (Zoning) to establish mixed-use development standards, objective design standards for residential and mixed-use projects, updated site plan review thresholds, and rezoning of certain properties for consistency with the 2040 General Plan and 6th Cycle Housing Element (RHNA). Two public hearings are scheduled: one to adopt the FY 2026-2027 CDBG and HOME Annual Action Plan, and another regarding vacancies and recruitment efforts (Gov. Code §3502.3). The consent calendar includes approval of a Cal ICH Encampment Resolution funding application (Round 5), a $7,000 increase to a blanket purchase order with Adamson Police Products, acceptance of storm drain trash device installation (final contract $18,300), and authorization to issue RFPs for on-call fence and plumbing services.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance Nos. 2487-2490: mixed-use development standards, objective design standards, site plan review updates, and rezoning for RHNA compliance
• Public hearing to adopt FY 2026-2027 CDBG and HOME Annual Action Plan (Resolution No. 26-31)
• Public hearing on police management association vacancies and recruitment efforts (Gov. Code §3502.3)
• Approval of application for Cal ICH Encampment Resolution Funding Program Round 5 (grant proposal)
• Authorize $7,000 increase to blanket purchase order with Adamson Police Products

The Council waived second reading and adopted Ordinances 2487, 2488, 2489, and 2490, amending Title 17 of the Montebello Municipal Code to establish new mixed‑use standards, design standards, site‑plan thresholds, and rezoning consistent with the 2040 General Plan. It also approved Resolution 26‑31 to adopt the draft FY 2026‑27 CDBG/HOME Action Plan, approved a public‑hearing report on vacancies and recruitment, and authorized a $7,000 increase to the blanket purchase order with Adamson Police Products. Additional actions included approving a grant application to Cal ICH Encampment Resolution Funding and signing an MOU on the Harbor Toxic Pollutants TMDL program.

• Adopted Ordinances 2487‑2490 (zoning amendments) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution 26‑31 adopting FY 2026‑27 CDBG/HOME Action Plan – unanimous
• Approved public‑hearing report on vacancies and recruitment efforts – unanimous
• Authorized $7,000 increase to blanket purchase order with Adamson Police Products – unanimous
• Approved submission of grant application to Cal ICH Encampment Resolution Funding – unanimous
• Approved MOU with Los Angeles Gateway Region IRWJPA on Harbor Toxic Pollutants TMDL – unanimous
• Approved Consent Calendar items 12‑24 (including National Pet Month, National Bike Month proclamations) – unanimous
• Moved Item No. 2 (agenda correction) and Citizen of the Month recognition to next meeting – no action taken

Planning Commission

Personnel Advisory Commission

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Traffic and Safety Commission will review proposals to modify U-turn signage and parking curbs on North Montebello Boulevard. The body will also consider a stop sign request and a disabled parking application.

• Proposal to remove general No U-Turn signs and install truck-specific No U-Turn signs at six intersections on North Montebello Boulevard
• Proposal to remove red curb for three parking spaces on North Montebello Boulevard between West Beverly Boulevard and West Victoria Avenue
• Proposal to replace green curb with red curb on North Montebello Boulevard south of Lincoln Avenue
• Request to deny a stop sign installation at North 7th Street and West Cleveland Avenue
• Application for 18 feet of blue curb for disabled parking at 1024 South 4th Street

City Council

The City Council will discuss amending zoning codes for mixed-use development and objective design standards to comply with state housing laws. The body will also consider grant acceptances and infrastructure project approvals.

• Proposed Ordinances 2487-2490 to update zoning for mixed-use development and site plan reviews
• Acceptance of $275,000 CalRecycle grant for illegal disposal site abatement
• Final contract approval of $97,845 for the City Hall LED Sign Project
• Allocation of $60,000 for water main and fire hydrant design on Lincoln Avenue
• Resolution No. 26-30 to terminate RFP No. 23-4 for Montebello Golf Course master planning

The Montebello City Council voted 4‑1 to waive first readings and adopt Ordinances 2487‑2490, updating mixed‑use development standards, design standards, site‑plan thresholds and rezoning. The Council also adopted Resolution 26‑30, terminating RFP 23‑4 for the golf‑course master plan, and authorized covenants to protect the Armenian Genocide Martyrs Monument and the Montebello Scout House. Additional items approved included a $275,000 CalRecycle grant, the City Hall LED sign contract, and transportation grant applications.

• Approved first‑reading waivers for Ordinance Nos. 2487‑2490 amending Title 17 (zoning) (4‑1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 26‑30 terminating RFP No. 23‑4 for Montebello Golf Course master plan (4‑1)
• Authorized City Manager to execute covenant for Armenian Genocide Martyrs Monument (4‑1)
• Authorized City Manager to execute covenant for Montebello Scout House (4‑1)
• Approved acceptance of $275,000 CalRecycle illegal disposal site abatement grant (unanimous)
• Accepted completion of City Hall LED Sign Project and approved final contract of $97,845 (unanimous)
• Authorized submission of two applications to State Active Transportation Program Cycle 8 (unanimous)
• Authorized submission of application to Safe Streets and Roads for All grant program (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit to upgrade the ABC license at Montebello Jr. Market (300 South Vail Avenue) from Type 20 (off-sale beer and wine) to Type 21 (off-sale general). Staff recommends approval and a CEQA exemption. The commission will also approve the April 7, 2026 minutes and hear public comments on any agenda or non-agenda items.

• Conditional Use Permit PC-2026-0018-CUP to upgrade ABC license from Type 20 to Type 21 for existing convenience store at 300 South Vail Avenue (Montebello Jr. Market)

Parks and Recreation Commission

City Council

The Montebello City Council will consider a series of resolutions, including canceling six scheduled council meetings and closing City Hall on one date. They will also adopt a proclamation for National Volunteer Month, set the intent to increase the sewer and storm‑water levy for the Natasha Lane Assessment District, and approve two Requests for Qualifications for labor compliance and material testing services. Additional items include amending a grant‑writing services contract and re‑advertising the Chet Holifield Community Garden project.

• Resolution No. 26-24: cancel council meetings on July 8, July 22, Nov 11, Nov 25, Dec 23 2026 and Apr 8 2026
• Resolution No. 26-25: close City Hall and Recreation & Community Services on Nov 25 2026 at 1:00 p.m.
• Resolution No. 26-22: intent to increase FY 2026‑27 levy for Natasha Lane Sewer and Storm Water Pump Station Assessment District
• RFQual No. 26‑03: solicit qualifications for labor compliance and program administration support services
• RFQual No. 26‑04: solicit qualifications for material testing and special inspection services

The Montebello City Council unanimously approved items 8 through 16 on the consent calendar. Decisions included adopting resolutions to cancel several scheduled council meetings and close City Hall for a holiday, expressing intent to levy assessments for the Natasha Lane sewer and storm water pump station district, authorizing two RFQs for labor compliance and material testing services, modifying the grant‑writing services agreement, rejecting bids for the Chet Holifield Community Garden project and ordering a rebid, and approving the prior meeting minutes and the April 8 warrant register.

• Adopted Resolutions 26-24 & 26-25 cancelling scheduled meetings on July 8, July 22, Nov 11, Nov 25, Dec 23 and closing City Hall on Nov 25 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 26-22 to intend levy for FY 2026‑27 assessments for the Natasha Lane Sewer and Storm Water Pump Station Assessment District (unanimous)
• Approved RFQual No. 26-03 to solicit qualifications for on‑call labor compliance and program administration support services (unanimous)
• Approved RFQual No. 26-04 to solicit qualifications for on‑call material testing and special inspection services (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 4282 with Townsend Public Affairs, Inc., changing grant‑writing compensation to a project‑based rate (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for the Chet Holifield Community Garden Project and authorized staff to refine plans and rebid (unanimous)
• Approved the March 25, 2026 City Council meeting minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 26-23 approving the warrant register of demands dated April 8, 2026 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Montebello Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider Resolution No. 09-26, which conditionally approves a Site Plan Review for a new 19,432‑square‑foot industrial building to serve as a truck maintenance facility for Old Dominion Freight Line at 1015 and 1025 South Maple Avenue. The commission will also determine that the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under the infill development guidelines. Additionally, the commission will approve the City Council minutes from March 3, 2026.

• Approval of City Council minutes – March 3, 2026 (public hearing)
• Conditional approval of Site Plan Review (Case No. PC-2025-0009-SPR) for a 19,432‑sq‑ft truck maintenance facility at 1015 & 1025 South Maple Avenue
• Adoption of Resolution No. 09-26 to conditionally approve the project
• Determination that the project (ENV No. 14-25) is CEQA‑exempt as infill development per Section 15332
• Public comment period (up to 30 minutes) for agenda and non‑agenda items

The Commission approved the minutes from the March 3, 2026 meeting by a 2‑0 vote, with Chair Medina abstaining. It then conditionally approved Resolution No. 09‑26 for a Site Plan Review to build a 19,432‑square‑foot industrial building at 1015 and 1025 South Maple Avenue, finding the project exempt from CEQA. Both actions were approved unanimously by the three voting members.

• Approved March 3 minutes (2-0, Chair abstained)
• Conditionally approved Site Plan Review for 19,432‑sq‑ft industrial building (3-0)

Traffic and Safety Commission

City Council

The Montebello City Council will waive the second reading and adopt Ordinances 2487, 2488, 2489, and 2490, which amend Title 17 zoning provisions and rezone properties consistent with the Montebello 2040 General Plan. The Council will also approve a purchase and sale agreement to acquire four parcels at 602‑610 West Whittier Boulevard for $3,150,000 plus $63,784 in capitalized costs. Additional agenda items include procurement contracts for a GPS traffic‑management system, a rubberized‑asphalt street project, and a community garden project.

• Waive second reading and adopt Ordinances 2487‑2490 amending Title 17 (zoning) and rezoning properties per Montebello 2040 General Plan
• Approve purchase and sale agreement for 602‑610 West Whittier Boulevard for $3,150,000 plus $63,784 capitalized costs
• Approve Agreement No. 4481 with AM Signal for Opticom GPS system purchase, increasing FY 2025‑26 budget by $287,354
• Approve SB1 rubberized asphalt street enhancement project, increasing FY 2025‑26 budget by $640,000
• Approve Agreement No. 4484 with Voltaire Engineering for Chet Holifield Community Garden Project in the amount of $292,556

The Montebello City Council waived the second reading and adopted Ordinances 2487, 2488, 2489, and 2490, which amend zoning standards and rezone certain properties. The Council also authorized the City Manager to execute covenants protecting the Armenian Genocide Martyrs Monument and the Montebello Scout House. Item No. 11 was removed from the agenda for further review.

• Waived second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 2487 (mixed‑use development standards)
• Waived second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 2488 (objective design standards)
• Waived second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 2489 (site‑plan review updates)
• Waived second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 2490 (rezoning of certain properties)
• Authorized City Manager to execute covenant for Armenian Genocide Martyrs Monument
• Authorized City Manager to execute covenant for Montebello Scout House
• Removed Item No. 11 from agenda for further review

Personnel Advisory Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will vote to approve the minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting. Staff will present updates on recent park projects and community programs, including a playground grand opening, ADA improvements, the Holifield Community Garden, a pet vaccine clinic, spring camp, the Youth Employment Program timeline, and an Easter Eggstravaganza. The agenda also includes a public comment period and routine procedural items.

• Approval of February 19, 2026 meeting minutes
• Recap of City Park Playground Grand Opening
• Update on Park ADA Improvements
• Update on Holifield Community Garden
• Update on Pet Vaccine Clinic

Planning Commission

City Council

The City Council will consider the Fiscal Year 2025-26 second quarter budget report and updates to salary resolutions. The body is also deciding on several service contracts and the acceptance of a $200,000 Caltrans grant.

• Proposed $411,000 budget increase for citywide park restroom restoration involving Starboard Tack Supply, Toilet Partition Experts, Wolverine Fence, and PMC Plumbing
• Acceptance of $200,000 Caltrans Community Cleanup and Employment Pathway (CCEP) grant
• Proposed $450,000 compensation increase for Ladayu Consulting Group for construction management and inspection
• Proposed $47,446 increase for Pacific Coast Elevator Corporation maintenance services
• Proposed use of $15,180 in Asset Forfeiture funds for the destruction of illicit narcotics

The Montebello City Council unanimously approved a professional services agreement with Starboard Tack Supply (dba Astro Plumbing) for the citywide park restroom restoration project, authorizing a $411,000 budget increase and waiving normal bidding procedures by a four‑fifth vote. The council also approved related amendments with Toilet Partition Experts, Wolverine Fence, and PMC Plumbing, and accepted a $200,000 CCEP grant from Caltrans. Additional routine items, including several proclamations and contract amendments, were approved unanimously.

• Approved $411,000 park restroom restoration contract and budget increase (4-1)
• Approved amendments to agreements with Toilet Partition Experts, Wolverine Fence, and PMC Plumbing (4-1)
• Approved acceptance of $200,000 CCEP grant from Caltrans (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for National Nutrition Month (unanimous)
• Approved $47,446 amendment to Pacific Coast Elevator contract (unanimous)
• Authorized submission of Measure W annual expenditure plan (unanimous)
• Approved NSTARP grant plan for Rea Park trash assessment (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar items Nos. 9‑16, 18‑21, 23‑24 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Montebello Planning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve the city's acquisition of four properties on West Whittier Boulevard. The meeting will be held in person at City Hall and livestreamed.

• Approval of Special Planning Commission Minutes for February 10, 2026
• Consideration of Resolution No. 03-26 regarding property acquisition at 602, 604, 608, and 610 West Whittier Boulevard
• Public comment period of 30 minutes
• Planning Commission Orals for member announcements and future agenda items

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the Special Planning Commission meeting held on February 10, 2026 with a 2‑0 vote (Vice‑Chair Lomeli abstained). The Commission also adopted Resolution No. 03‑26 finding that the city's acquisition of 602, 604, 608 and 610 West Whittier Boulevard conforms to the Montebello General Plan, approved unanimously 3‑0. No other actions were taken.

• Approved minutes from Feb 10 Special Planning Commission meeting (2‑0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Resolution 03‑26 finding property acquisition at 602‑610 W Whittier Blvd conforms to General Plan (3‑0)

City Council

The Montebello City Council will consider waiving the first reading of Ordinances 2487‑2490, which amend Title 17 zoning provisions and adopt Resolution 26‑09 to align the zoning map with the Montebello 2040 General Plan and the 6th Cycle Housing Element. The Council will also award a $2,844,400 contract to All American Asphalt for a rubberized asphalt street project and approve several routine agreements and a grant of up to $50,000.

• Ordinances 2487‑2490: amend zoning standards, design standards, site‑plan review thresholds, and rezoning for mixed‑use and residential projects
• Resolution 26‑09: adopt zoning map amendment consistent with Montebello 2040 General Plan
• Award Agreement No. 4470 to All American Asphalt for $2,844,400 rubberized asphalt street enhancement (CP 944) with 10% contingency
• Approve Measure B grant funding up to $50,000 for fire department EMS supplies
• Approve purchase of one police vehicle using CHP Cannabis Tax Grant Fund

The Montebello City Council approved Ordinance Nos. 2487‑2490 and Resolution 26‑09, amending Title 17 and the zoning map to align with the 2040 General Plan, with a 4‑0‑0‑1 vote. The Council also approved Award Agreement No. 4470 to All American Asphalt for $2,844,400 plus a 10% contingency, also by a 4‑0‑0‑1 vote. Routine Consent Calendar items 12‑19 were approved, and no action was taken on four closed‑session legal briefings.

• Approved Ordinance Nos. 2487‑2490 and Resolution 26‑09 amending Title 17 and the Zoning Map (4-0-0-1)
• Approved Award Agreement No. 4470 to All American Asphalt for $2,844,400 plus 10% contingency (4-0-0-1)
• Approved Consent Calendar Items 12‑19 (routine items) (4-0-0-1)
• No action taken on Closed Session Item 1 (Rojas v. City of Montebello briefing)
• No action taken on Closed Session Item 2 (S. Cox v. City of Montebello briefing)
• No action taken on Closed Session Item 3 (Claim for damages for Jimmy Tilmon, Jr.)
• No action taken on Closed Session Item 4 (Anticipated litigation briefing)

Personnel Advisory Commission

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Traffic and Safety Commission will approve the minutes from the January 23 meeting and discuss a recommendation to update Municipal Code Section 10.28.020 Truck Routes after a traffic analysis is completed. Commissioners will also hear a request for a traffic safety study on Rio Del Sol Avenue near Grant Rea Park. The meeting will conclude with standard announcements and adjournment.

• Approve January 23, 2026 Traffic and Safety Commission meeting minutes
• Consider recommendation to update City of Montebello Municipal Code Section 10.28.020 Truck Routes pending a traffic analysis
• Request by Commissioner Holguin for a traffic safety study on Rio Del Sol Avenue, including possible speed humps or stop sign

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will vote to nominate new members for the Special Events/Programs Ad-Hoc Committee. Staff will also provide recaps on golf, sports, and arts and culture committees.

• Nomination and vote for Special Events/Programs Ad-Hoc Committee members
• Approval of January 15, 2026 meeting minutes
• Staff recaps for Golf, Sports, and Arts and Culture Ad-Hoc Committees
• Staff communications regarding City Service Saturday, Pet Vaccine Clinic, Youth Soccer, and Easter Eggstravaganza

The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved the appointment of Commissioners Ulloa and Castaneda to the Special Events/Programs Ad‑Hoc Committee. The commission also unanimously adopted the minutes from the January 15, 2026 meeting. A motion to adjourn the meeting was approved unanimously.

• Approved appointment of Commissioner Ulloa to Special Events/Programs Ad‑Hoc Committee (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Commissioner Castaneda to Special Events/Programs Ad‑Hoc Committee (unanimous)
• Approved January 15, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting approved (unanimous)

Planning Commission

City Council

The Montebello City Council will consider an urgency ordinance that adds interim zoning controls for artificial‑intelligence data centers citywide. It will also act on a resolution appointing members to the Los Angeles Gateway Region Integrated Regional Water Management Joint Powers Authority, and approve several contract amendments and new agreements for traffic signal maintenance, a mobility‑hub feasibility study, and vehicle purchases. Additional items include blanket purchase orders for promotional items and increased purchase‑order limits for transit‑related bus parts.

• Adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 2491 amending Title 17 (Zoning) for AI data‑center interim controls
• Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 4175 with Yunex LLC, increasing the not‑to‑exceed amount by $90,000
• Award Agreement No. 4457 to KTU&A Inc. for a Mobility Hub Connectivity Feasibility Study, not‑to‑exceed $449,974
• Approve blanket purchase orders of $100,000 each with Any Promo Inc., The Artcraft Group Inc., and 4AP Holdings Inc. for transit promotional items
• Approve purchase of three vehicles from Montebello Auto Group LLC (Montebello Chevrolet) for a total not‑to‑exceed $131,411

The council approved Urgency Ordinance No. 2491, establishing interim zoning controls for artificial‑intelligence data centers, with a unanimous vote. It also approved a series of contract amendments, blanket purchase orders, vehicle purchases, and a resolution adopting the warrant register, all passed unanimously. Additional items such as the consent calendar, water‑authority appointments, and a mobility‑hub feasibility study were likewise approved.

• Adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 2491 for AI data center zoning (unanimous)
• Approve Consent Calendar items 4‑10 (unanimous)
• Appoint members to Los Angeles Gateway Region IRWMA Joint Powers Authority (unanimous)
• Approve Yunex LLC amendment increasing NTE by $90,000 and budget by $39,240 (unanimous)
• Award KTU&A Inc. mobility hub feasibility study contract $449,974 (unanimous)
• Approve blanket purchase orders with Any Promo, Artcraft, and 4AP $100,000 each and budget increase $300,000 (unanimous)
• Increase PO not‑to‑exceed amounts for multiple transit vendors and budget increase $311,000 (unanimous)
• Approve purchase of three vehicles $131,411 and budget increase $144,553 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Montebello Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider amendments to the municipal code regarding mixed-use development, objective design standards, and site plan review. The body will also consider rezoning properties to align with the Montebello 2040 General Plan and the 6th Cycle Housing Element.

• Public hearing on amendments to Title 17 (Zoning) of the Montebello Municipal Code
• Consideration of new mixed-use development standards for C-1 and C-2 zoning districts
• Adoption of objective design standards for residential and mixed-use developments
• Review of site plan review thresholds and ministerial review exceptions
• Public hearing on rezoning properties to support the 6th Cycle Housing Element

The commission approved the minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting by a 2‑0 vote. It then unanimously adopted Resolution No. 02-26, recommending that the City Council adopt Ordinances 2487, 2488, 2489, and 2490 and amend the zoning map to align with the Montebello 2040 General Plan and the Housing Element. Commissioner Lopez announced his upcoming move to Japan. The meeting adjourned at 7:06 p.m.

• Approved Jan 20, 2026 meeting minutes (2‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 02‑26 recommending Ordinances 2487‑2490 and zoning map amendment (4‑0)

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City Council

The Montebello City Council will consider adopting construction plans for the Chet Holifield Community Garden and approve a $492,000 agreement for federal lobbying services. The meeting will also include the approval of a $30,000 budget amendment for law enforcement awards and the receipt of the second-quarter financial report.

• Adopt construction plans for Chet Holifield Community Garden
• Approve $492,000 agreement for federal lobbying services
• Approve $30,000 for law enforcement recognition awards
• Receive second-quarter financial report
• Approve minutes from November and January meetings

The Montebello City Council approved the design and construction plans for the Chet Holifield Community Garden and adopted the Montebello Bus Lines short‑range transit plan for FY 2027‑29. It also approved a medical services contract with White Memorial Hospital and a federal lobbying agreement with Lincoln Concepts. Several grant applications and the use of $30,000 in asset‑forfeiture funds for police awards were approved, and routine consent‑calendar items were adopted.

• Approved Chet Holifield Community Garden specs and bid authorization (unanimous)
• Approved Montebello Bus Lines FY 2027‑29 Short‑Range Transit Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement No. 4455 with White Memorial Hospital for in‑custody medical services (unanimous)
• Approved Award Agreement No. 4451 to Lincoln Concepts for federal lobbying services ($492,000) (unanimous)
• Approved use of $30,000 asset‑forfeiture funds for police recognition awards and uniform badges (unanimous)
• Approved submission of Youth Service Corps Competitive Grant application (unanimous)
• Approved submission of State Homeland Security Program grant application for radios and cameras (unanimous)
• Approved submission of LACAHSA affordable housing grant application (unanimous)

Personnel Advisory Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review and recommend adding two new job classifications to the city's plan: a Geographic Information Systems Technician series and a Cement and Concrete Worker position. The commission will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Review and approve minutes from October 28, 2025
• Recommend adding GIS Technician I/II/III series to Classification Plan
• Recommend adding Cement and Concrete Worker classification to Classification Plan
• Commission reorganization
• Upcoming appeals

Traffic and Safety Commission

The Traffic and Safety Commission is deciding on several requests for new speed humps and curb markings. The body will also review studies regarding the installation of all-way stop signs at three different intersections.

• Installation of 22 linear feet of green curb and 20-minute parking sign at 3311 West Beverly Boulevard
• Denial of all-way stop signs and installation of 20 feet of red curb at North 3rd Street/West Cleveland Avenue, North 12th Street/West Madison Avenue, and Findlay Avenue/Via San De Larro
• Approval of speed hump installation on Via San Delarro between Simmons Avenue and Bradshawe Street
• Construction of speed humps on Top Golf Drive and a new deceleration right turn lane on Via Campo
• Removal of disabled parking space and R99 sign at 116 South 3rd Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a public utility facility. The proposal includes developing two new potable water wells and a slump stone block building on a vacant commercial lot.

• Conditional Use Permit PC-2025-0008-CUP for a public utility facility at 716 Washington Boulevard
• Proposed development of two new potable water wells and a slump stone block building
• Adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for CEQA compliance
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from December 16, 2025

The commission approved the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. It also adopted Resolution No. 13‑25, approved Conditional Use Permit PC‑2025‑0008‑CUP and the accompanying Mitigated Negative Declaration for a public utility facility with two new water wells at 716 Washington Boulevard, voting 3‑0. No public comments were made during the hearing.

• Approved December 16, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 13-25 and approved CUP PC-2025-0008-CUP for public utility facility at 716 Washington Blvd (3-0)
• Adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration for the same project (3-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider a recommendation to combine the Special Events and Program Ad-Hoc Committees and establish an ongoing meeting schedule. It will also vote to approve the minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting. Staff will provide updates on the Golf Ad-Hoc Committee, the new driving range opening, a new landscaping contractor, City Service Saturday, and a pet vaccine clinic.

• Restructure Ad-Hoc Committees by merging Special Events and Program committees and set a meeting schedule
• Approve minutes from the November 20, 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting
• Staff update: Golf Ad-Hoc Committee meeting recap
• Staff update: Driving range opening
• Staff update: New landscaping contractor

City Council and Successor Agency

The Montebello City Council and Successor Agency will adopt Resolution Nos. 26-01 and 26-02 to approve the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) and Administrative Budget for fiscal year 2026‑27. The council will also direct staff to submit the required resolutions and related documents to the State of California Department of Finance in compliance with Assembly Bill 26 and Senate Bill 107. No other regular business items are listed on the agenda.

• Adopt Successor Agency Resolution Nos. 26-01 and 26-02 to approve the FY 2026‑27 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) and Administrative Budget
• Direct staff to submit all required resolutions and related documents to the State Department of Finance per Assembly Bill 26 and Senate Bill 107

The council unanimously approved the Successor Agency’s Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule and administrative budget for fiscal year 2026‑27, adopting Resolutions 26‑01 and 26‑02. Staff were directed to submit the required documents to the State Department of Finance as required by AB 26 and SB 107. The meeting minutes were also adopted unanimously. No other business was taken.

• Approved Successor Agency FY 2026‑27 ROPS and administrative budget (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Montebello City Council will consider a briefing on existing litigation and review council assignments to various boards and committees. It will vote on a resolution to purchase real property at 860 Truck Way for up to $2,200,000 and on accepting the Fire Station 56 remodeling project with a $779,070 contract. Additional items include designating agents for a Cal OES grant, awarding tax‑audit service contracts, and purchasing a zero‑emissions vehicle with AQMD funding.

• Adopt Resolution No. 26-04 to purchase 860 Truck Way for a not‑to‑exceed $2,200,000
• Accept Fire Station 56 remodeling project, approve $779,070 contract and release $38,954 retention payment
• Adopt Resolution No. 26-01 designating authorized agents for the Cal OES Public Assistance Grant
• Award Professional Services Agreements Nos. 4439 and 4440 to Hinderliter de Llamas for tax audit services
• Approve purchase of one zero‑emissions vehicle for the Planning and Community Development Department using $63,000 AQMD funds

The council unanimously approved the purchase of the 860 Truck Way parcel for up to $2,200,000. It also unanimously accepted the Fire Station 56 remodeling contract for $779,070 and released the retention payment. Regional board and Ad Hoc/Task Force appointments were approved unanimously, and several routine items on the consent calendar and professional‑services agreements were adopted.

• Approved purchase of 860 Truck Way property for up to $2,200,000 (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of Fire Station 56 remodeling project and $779,070 contract (unanimous)
• Approved appointments of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem to regional boards and committees (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to various Ad Hoc and Task Force committees (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar items Nos. 9‑15 and 17‑20 (approved)
• Approved Resolution 26‑01 designating agents for Cal OES public assistance grant (unanimous)
• Approved Professional Services Agreements Nos. 4439 and 4440 with HDL Companies (unanimous)

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