Monterey Park, California
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The regularly scheduled July 6, 2026 meeting of the Recreation and Parks Commission has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 3, 2026, at 6:00 PM at Langley Center.
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Recent meetings
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City Council
The City Council will consider placing a ballot measure to amend the existing Transient Occupancy Tax (hotel tax) on the November 3, 2026 election. They will also discuss updated findings from the Inclusionary Housing Feasibility Study. Public hearings are scheduled for the HUD Program Year 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan and the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan.
- Award of $1,927,467.50 contract to Ramona, Inc. for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Sewer Rehabilitation
- Award of $71,742 contract to Vortex Industries, LLC for Sierra Vista and Service Club door replacement
- Resolution to identify tax rate for voter-authorized employee retirement property tax
- Discussion of updated Inclusionary Housing Feasibility Study findings
- Public hearing on HUD 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan (CDBG and HOME funding)
The City Council unanimously voted to place a ballot proposition on the November 3, 2026, election that would amend the city's Transient Occupancy Tax. The council also approved the $1.9 million Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Sewer Rehabilitation contract with Ramona, Inc., adopted the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan, and certified results of the June 2, 2026, special municipal election. Several items were discussed without action, including the Inclusionary Housing Feasibility Study and the Los Palos Incident local emergency.
- Adopted resolution placing Transient Occupancy Tax amendment on Nov. 3, 2026 ballot (5-0)
- Approved $1,927,467.50 sewer rehabilitation contract with Ramona, Inc. (on consent, with recusals on 10D)
- Approved HUD Program Year 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME grants (5-0)
- Adopted 2025 Urban Water Management Plan including Water Shortage Contingency Plan (5-0)
- Certified results of June 2, 2026 Special Municipal Election (5-0)
- Approved second amendment with Kimley-Horn for January 21 memorial project engineering (on consent)
- Adopted resolution declaring July as 'Parks Make Life Better' Month (on consent)
- Approved professional services agreement with Mainstream Unlimited for safety training (on consent)
City Council
This special meeting of the Monterey Park City Council will include public comments and then immediately recess into closed session to confer with legal counsel on two existing lawsuits against the city. No other substantive agenda items are listed for open session.
- Closed session conference on Becky Ong v. City of Monterey Park (filed Oct. 8, 2025, LASC Case No. 25NNCV07161)
- Closed session conference on Chan v. City of Monterey Park (filed Nov. 13, 2025, LASC Case No. 25STCP04378)
The City Council held a special meeting that consisted only of a closed session to discuss two pending lawsuits. No reportable actions were taken in closed session, and no substantive decisions were made in open session.
City Council
This special meeting is the annual reorganization of the Monterey Park City Council. The council will appoint a mayor and mayor pro tem, then install Henry Lo as mayor and Jose Sanchez as mayor pro tem. An outgoing address by Mayor Elizabeth Yang and a mayoral address are also scheduled.
- Outgoing address by Mayor Elizabeth Yang
- Appointment of mayor and mayor pro tem per Resolution No. 11507
- Installation of Jose Sanchez as mayor pro tem
- Installation of Henry Lo as mayor
- Mayor's address
The City Council unanimously appointed Henry Lo as Mayor and Jose Sanchez as Mayor Pro Tem during a special meeting on June 30, 2026. The outgoing Mayor Elizabeth Yang delivered an address before the reorganization. The new mayor and mayor pro tem were installed with oaths of office and presentations.
- Appointed Henry Lo as Mayor and Jose Sanchez as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)
Environmental Commission
The regularly scheduled Environmental Commission meeting for June 24, 2026, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for July 22, 2026.
City Council
This is a special community meeting and workshop titled 'Vacant-to-Vibrant' focused on gathering ideas for repurposing vacant properties. The city council members present will not take any formal action; the meeting is solely for discussion and public input.
- Vacant-to-Vibrant Community Idea Workshop at Langley Senior Center
- Land use presentation and small group discussion on vacant properties
- No formal action or votes will be taken at this meeting
The City Council convened for a special meeting to discuss the 'Vacant-to-Vibrant' land use presentation. No formal actions were taken during the event, which concluded at 8:21 p.m.
- Held Vacant-to-Vibrant land use presentation (discussion only)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:21 p.m.
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting of June 23, 2026, is cancelled because there are no agenda items to discuss. The next regular meeting is set for July 14, 2026.
City Council
This is a special community meeting, not a formal council session; no actions will be taken. The workshop includes a presentation on reusing vacant properties, small group discussions, and a Q&A session to gather resident input.
- Vacant-to-Vibrant Community Idea Workshop
- George Elder Park Community Room, 1950 Wilcox Ave.
- Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
- Land use presentation on vacant properties
- Small group discussion and question/answer session
The City Council held a special community meeting for a land use presentation and workshop. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.
City Council
At this special meeting, the City Council will consider adopting a resolution declaring a local emergency resulting from the Los Palos Incident, a commercial building fire in Boyle Heights identified on June 17, 2026. No other substantive business is on the agenda.
- Declaration of a local emergency for the Los Palos Incident (Boyle Heights Commercial Building Fire)
The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-R52 declaring a local emergency following the Los Palos Incident (Boyle Heights Commercial Building Fire) on June 17, 2026. The council also approved the allocation of $50,000 for an air filter reimbursement program based on Lifeline program income guidelines.
- Declared local emergency for Los Palos Incident (5-0)
- Approved $50,000 for air filter reimbursement program (5-0)
Traffic Commission
The regularly scheduled Traffic Commission meeting of June 18, 2026, is cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on July 16, 2026.
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on a 159-unit condominium project at 601 Potrero Grande Drive and 2100 Saturn Street, including eight live/work units and eight very low-income affordable units. The council will also adopt the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 annual budget and award several contracts, including a fuel purchase agreement with Pinnacle Petroleum for up to $1,350,000 and an on-call plumbing contract with Mr. Rooter for $300,000. Multiple proclamations, including for Juneteenth and Vincent Jen Chin, are on the consent calendar.
- Public hearing for a 159-unit condominium development with eight very low-income affordable units at 601 Potrero Grande Drive and 2100 Saturn Street
- Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Budget for the City and Successor Agency
- Award of fuel purchase agreement to Pinnacle Petroleum, Inc. for up to $1,350,000 over three years
- Award of on-call commercial plumbing contract to Mr. Rooter Plumbing of South San Gabriel for $300,000 over three years
- Award of multiple vendor contracts for pipe parts and supplies with aggregate annual expenditures not to exceed $500,000
The City Council voted 5-0 to approve a 159-unit condominium development at 601 Potrero Grande Drive and 2100 Saturn Street, including eight very low-income affordable units. The council also adopted the FY 2026-2027 annual budget and approved several contracts and resolutions on the consent calendar, including a fuel purchase agreement and pipe parts contracts. Resolutions were separately approved for Vincent Jen Chin, Juneteenth, and National Boys and Girls Club Week.
- Approved 159-unit condominium development with eight very low-income units (5-0, Resolution 2026-R51)
- Adopted Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Budget (5-0, Resolution 2026-R47)
- Awarded multiple vendor contracts for pipe parts and supplies, aggregate not-to-exceed $500,000/year (5-0)
- Approved fuel purchase agreement with Pinnacle Petroleum, Inc. for $1,350,000 over 3 years (5-0)
- Awarded on-call plumbing contract to Mr. Rooter Plumbing of South San Gabriel for $300,000 over 3 years (5-0)
- Approved resolution commemorating the anniversary of the death of Vincent Jen Chin (5-0, Resolution 2026-R48)
- Approved Juneteenth resolution (5-0, Resolution 2026-R49)
- Approved National Boys and Girls Club Week resolution (5-0, Resolution 2026-R50)
Community Participation Commission
The Community Participation Commission will elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson for a 12-month term. They will also discuss and approve a refreshment budget for the Hollywood Bowl and Mamma Mia trips. The consent calendar includes approval of the May 19, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Elect commission chair and vice-chair for 12-month term
- Discuss and approve refreshment budget for Hollywood Bowl and Mamma Mia trips
- Approve May 19, 2026 meeting minutes
Library Board of Trustees
This regular meeting of the Library Board of Trustees includes a presentation on the LAMP Summer 2026 Workshops and consideration of routine consent calendar items, including approval of minutes from May 19, 2026, and financial reports. No major policy decisions or expenditures are on the agenda.
- Presentation on LAMP Summer 2026 Workshops
- Approval of minutes from the regular meeting of May 19, 2026
- Approval of financial reports and expenditures
Commission on Aging
The Commission on Aging oversees city programs for older residents and will elect its chair and vice-chair for a 12-month term. The body will also administer an oath of office to newly appointed Commissioner Ling Hwang and approve the minutes from the May 18, 2026 meeting. This meeting focuses on internal governance rather than public policy or service changes.
- Elect Commission Chair and Vice-Chair for a 12-month term
- Administer oath of office to newly appointed Commissioner Ling Hwang
- Approve minutes from the May 18, 2026 regular meeting
- Distribute the 2025 Commissioner Handbook and Healthy Workplace Form
Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting of June 9, 2026, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 23, 2026, at 6:30 PM.
- No agenda items; meeting cancelled.
City Council Special Community Meetings
This special community meeting is a ceremonial State of the City Address by Mayor Elizabeth Yang, with no formal City Council votes or decisions. Topics include major accomplishments, capital project updates, future goals, and presentation of 'Love Monterey Park' Community Choice Awards.
- Mayor Elizabeth Yang presents the State of the City Address
- ‘Love Monterey Park’ Community Choice Awards ceremony
- California Park & Recreation Society recognizes Monterey Park Recreation & Community Services Department with multiple awards
City Council Special Community Meetings
The City Council is participating in a special community meeting as part of the San Gabriel Valley Forward Ad Hoc Subcommittee, along with representatives from Rosemead, El Monte, and South El Monte. No formal action will be taken; the agenda includes a presentation from the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) followed by comments and questions from the subcommittee.
- SGVCOG presentation on regional issues
- Ad Hoc Subcommittee comments and questions
- Meeting held at Garvey Center, 9108 Garvey Avenue, Rosemead
- No formal action or votes scheduled
City Council
This regular meeting includes a public hearing to adopt the FY 2026-27 Capital Improvement Plan, authorizing project plans, specifications, and bid solicitations. The council will also consider resolutions calling for a November 3, 2026 general municipal election and consolidating it with the county election. Other notable items include approving assessments for Citywide Maintenance District No. 93-1, purchasing library security cameras for $102,886.53, and extending a property tax consultation contract.
- Public hearing to adopt FY 2026-27 Capital Improvement Plan and authorize bids for capital projects
- Resolutions calling for November 3, 2026 general municipal election and requesting consolidation with Los Angeles County
- Public hearing to approve assessments for Citywide Maintenance District No. 93-1 for FY 2026-27
- Purchase and installation of 11 Verkada cameras at Bruggemeyer Library for $102,886.53
- Third amendment to property tax consultation agreement with HDL Coren & Cone for additional $130,000
The council unanimously adopted the FY 2026-27 Capital Improvement Plan resolution, authorizing capital projects and bid solicitations. Consent calendar items approved include a $102,886.53 contract for library security cameras, a $130,000 property tax consulting amendment, and rejection of bids for a traffic control system. Resolutions were also adopted for the November 2026 general municipal election, LGBTQ+ Pride Month, and National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
- Adopted FY 2026-27 Capital Improvement Plan Resolution No. 2026-R43 (5-0)
- Approved $102,886.53 contract for Verkada cameras at Bruggemeyer Library (5-0 on consent)
- Approved $130,000 third amendment to HDL Coren & Cone property tax consulting agreement (5-0 on consent)
- Rejected all bids for Adaptive Traffic/Traffic Responsive Control System Project (5-0 on consent)
- Adopted resolutions for November 3, 2026 general municipal election (5-0)
- Adopted LGBTQ+ Pride Month Resolution No. 2026-R40 (5-0)
- Adopted National Gun Violence Awareness Day Resolution No. 2026-R41 (5-0)
- Approved Citywide Maintenance District No. 93-1 assessments for FY 2026-27 (5-0)
City Council
This is a special meeting with no open-session business. After public comment, the council will recess into closed session to confer with legal counsel on two pending lawsuits: Chan v. City of Monterey Park and Sonia Garcia v. City of Monterey Park. Any reportable actions will be announced afterward.
- Closed session discussion of Chan v. City of Monterey Park (LASC Case No. 25STCP04378)
- Closed session discussion of Sonia Garcia v. City of Monterey Park (LASC Case No. 26NNCV00948)
The City Council held a special meeting and entered closed session to discuss existing litigation. Following the session, the City Attorney reported a decision to initiate litigation against 23 named individuals and trusts, as well as Does 28-35, related to Item 5B.
- Initiated litigation against 23 named parties and Does 28-35 (Item 5B)
Planning Commission
City Council
This special meeting is primarily procedural, with the only substantive action being the appointment of two individuals to fill vacancies on the Library Board of Trustees. The council will also hold a closed session, but no details are listed. Public comment is limited to agenda items.
- Appointment of two members to the Library Board of Trustees to fill vacancies
The City Council appointed Fabian Raygosa and Shayda Jalali to fill two vacancies on the Library Board of Trustees. The appointments were approved unanimously.
- Appointed Fabian Raygosa and Shayda Jalali to the Library Board of Trustees (5-0)
Recreation and Parks Commission
The regularly scheduled Recreation and Parks Commission meeting of June 1, 2026, has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting will be held on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Langley Center.
- Meeting cancelled due to no agenda items
Environmental Commission
City Council
The City Council will receive and file the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 as a planning document. This is a first look at proposed spending and policy priorities before final adoption later.
- Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Preliminary Budget — receiving and filing as preliminary planning document
The City Council received and filed the Preliminary Budget document for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 as a preliminary spending and policy planning document. No vote tally was recorded. The budget has not been formally approved and will be considered at a future meeting.
- Received and filed FY 2026-2027 preliminary budget document
Planning Commission
Traffic Commission
The Traffic Commission will hear presentations on two grant applications: an ATP Cycle 8 grant for ADA improvements, sidewalks, and crosswalks on Cesar Chavez from Atlantic to Vancouver, and an SSA Grant for bike lanes and crosswalks on Floral Avenue from Collegian to Vancouver. The Commission will also receive a Vision Zero update, evaluate an accident at Lincoln and Graves, and consider requests for an ADA blue curb ramp and a 'Keep Clear' sign at Fernfield and Markland. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.
- ATP Cycle 8 grant application: Cesar Chavez from Atlantic to Vancouver – ADA improvements, sidewalk, crosswalks, left turn signal, paving, restriping
- SSA Grant: Floral Avenue from Collegian to Vancouver – bike lanes, crosswalks, ADA ramps, RRFBs, pedestrian push buttons
- Evaluation of the accident on Lincoln and Graves
- ADA blue curb ramp request review and process
- Request for 'Keep Clear' at Fernfield and Markland
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution to authorize the sale of property at 2537-2543 Lee Avenue in South El Monte to partially satisfy a debt owed for nuisance abatement costs at 1688 West Garvey Avenue. The item requires a 4/5 vote to add to the agenda due to a need for immediate action. The council will also hold a public hearing on the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME programs, and discuss establishing an ad hoc subcommittee to explore funding for the proposed Barnes Park Aquatic Center. Several consent calendar items include contract amendments for property tax consulting, door maintenance, marketing services, and memorial tree plaques.
- Sale of property at 2537-2543 Lee Avenue, South El Monte, to satisfy nuisance abatement debt from 1688 West Garvey Avenue
- Establishment of a temporary ad hoc subcommittee to explore funding strategies for the Barnes Park Aquatic Center
- Public hearing on the Program Year 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME programs
- Third amendment to agreement with HDL Coren & Cone for property tax consultation, increasing contract by $130,000
- Amendment to license agreement with Friends of the Monterey Park Library transferring bookstore space rights to the Library Foundation
The City Council added an item requiring a 4/5 vote to the agenda and tabled a contract amendment. The Council approved the Consent Calendar, including a tree memorial program and a resolution updating the Tree Memorial Nomination Committee. A public hearing was held for the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan.
- Added Item 9A to agenda (requires 4/5 vote)
- Tabled Item 10B (HDL Coren & Cone contract)
- Approved Item 9A: Resolution authorizing sale of South El Monte property
- Approved Consent Calendar items 10A, 10C, 10D, 10E, 10F
- Approved Item 10C: Library bookstore license agreement amendment
- Approved Item 10D: Commercial door maintenance agreement amendment
- Approved Item 10E: Marketing consulting agreement amendment
- Approved Item 10F: Resolution amending Tree Memorial Nomination Committee composition
Community Participation Commission
The Community Participation Commission will decide on purchasing 100 Hollywood Bowl tickets at $70 each and selling them at $80 each. They will also consider approving promotional flyers for the Hollywood Bowl trip and a Mamma Mia theater trip. Additionally, the commission will discuss supporting an art mural at Barnes Park. The meeting includes approval of minutes from previous meetings.
- Purchase of 100 Hollywood Bowl tickets at $70 each, sold at $80 each
- Approval of promotional flyer for Hollywood Bowl trip
- Approval of promotional flyer for Mamma Mia theater trip
- Support for a new art mural at Barnes Park
- Approval of minutes from April 21, 2026 and January 13, 2026 meetings
Community Participation Commission
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board will hear presentations on the 2026 Summer Reading Program and the library's accomplishments and goals for the upcoming year. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting and routine financial reports.
- 2026 Summer Reading Program presentation (Item 7.A)
- 2025/26 Accomplishments and 2026/27 Goals and Objectives presentation (Item 7.B)
- Approval of minutes from April 21, 2026 regular meeting (Consent Calendar 8.A)
- Approval of financial reports and expenditures (Consent Calendar 8.B)
- City Librarian's report on library activities (Item 9.A)
Commission on Aging
The Monterey Park Commission on Aging will meet to receive a presentation on Langley Center updates, programs, and activities, and to approve the minutes from the April 20, 2026 regular meeting. The agenda also includes an update on Friends of the Seniors, which is to be received and filed. No major decisions or financial items are on the agenda.
- Presentation on Langley Center updates, programs, and activities.
- Approval of minutes from the April 20, 2026 regular meeting.
- Update on Friends of the Seniors (received and filed).
Planning Commission
The May 12, 2026 regular meeting of the Monterey Park Planning Commission has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 26, 2026.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
City Council
This is a special community meeting notice because a quorum of the City Council may be present, but no formal action will be taken. The event is a casual 'Meetup with the Mayor' at Marie Callender's from 5:00–6:00 PM for community members to chat and learn about the city. The agenda includes welcome, casual conversation, and adjournment.
- Casual community conversation with the Mayor
- No formal City Council action or decisions
The City Council special meeting scheduled for May 12, 2026, was cancelled at 5:15 p.m. because a quorum was not present. The agenda included a community meetup with the Mayor at Marie Callender’s.
- Cancelled special meeting at 5:15 p.m. due to lack of quorum
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting two ordinances: one to enact a citywide prohibition on data centers, and another to implement Measure NDC (if approved by voters on June 2). The council will also decide on rescinding a development agreement for 1688 West Garvey Ave due to non-compliance, and approve contracts for fuel tank monitoring and park shade structures. Several resolutions and routine items are on the consent calendar.
- Ordinance to prohibit data centers citywide
- Ordinance implementing Measure NDC (pending voter approval)
- Rescission of Development Agreement DA-21-01 for 1688 West Garvey Ave (Goodviews Specific Plan)
- Contract award of $98,416 to R.E. Schultz Construction for Garvey Ranch Park shade structures
- Authorizing $55,908 (+10% contingency) for Orange Coast Petroleum fuel tank monitoring system
The City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions via the Consent Calendar, including a ban on data centers and the implementation of Measure NDC. The Council also found a developer in non-compliance regarding a property on West Garvey Avenue and approved several public works contracts.
- Approved citywide prohibition on data centers (Ordinance No. 2278)
- Approved implementation of Measure NDC (Ordinance No. 2279)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-R24 to levy assessments for Citywide Maintenance District No. 93-1 for FY 2026-27
- Adopted 2026-27 City Council Strategic Plan Goals, Objectives, and Legislative Platform
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-R25 to apply for Next Generation Warning System Grant Program funds
- Found Center Int’l Investments, Inc. in default of Development Agreement No. DA-21-01 for 1688 West Garvey Avenue and directed proceedings to rescind the agreement and repeal the Goodviews Specific Plan
- Approved $55,908 contract amendment with Orange Coast Petroleum Equipment, Inc. for a fuel tank monitoring system
- Approved $98,416 contract with R.E. Schultz Construction, Inc. for Garvey Ranch Park shade structures
General
The Economic and Business Development Commission will consider continuing discussion on Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) revitalization strategies and a draft 2026 work plan, including a potential Chinese Moon Festival in September 2026. The commission will also vote on approving minutes from previous meetings.
- Approval of minutes from Nov 20, 2025 (tabled) and Apr 2, 2026 meetings
- Discussion of BID revitalization strategies using the City’s 5-Year Economic Development Strategic Plan
- Potential Chinese Moon Festival in Downtown District in September 2026
- Direction to staff to draft 2026 BID Work Plan and Budget Allocation
Recreation and Parks Commission
The Recreation and Parks Commission will discuss routine items including approval of minutes from previous meetings, along with two new business items: selecting a date for the annual Night at Dodger Stadium event and supporting a recommendation for an art mural at Barnes Park. A presentation on Recreation and Community Services updates is also scheduled.
- Support recommendation for an art mural at Barnes Park
- Select and approve a game date for Night at Dodger Stadium
- Approve minutes from regular meeting on April 6, 2026
- Approve minutes from special meeting on February 3, 2026
- Recreation and Community Services updates, programs and activities
City Council
This is a special community meeting where council members and staff will hold casual conversations with residents. No formal decisions or actions will be taken. The meeting is posted out of caution under the Brown Act.
- Casual conversations to learn about city programs and services
The City Council special community meeting on May 2, 2026, was cancelled at 10:15 a.m. because a quorum was not present. The event was intended for casual conversations about city programs, but no formal actions were taken or could be taken.
- Meeting cancelled at 10:15 a.m. due to lack of quorum (no formal actions taken)
Planning Commission
The April 28, 2026, regular meeting of the Planning Commission has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 12, 2026.
City Council Special Community Meetings
This is a special community meeting notice issued because a quorum of the City Council may be present. No formal decisions or votes will be taken. The agenda includes a presentation by the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments and comments from an ad hoc subcommittee.
- Welcome and introductions
- Presentation by Ricky Choi, Director of Government and Community Relations for SGVCOG
- Ad Hoc Subcommittee comments and questions
- Adjournment
Environmental Commission
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The Recreation and Parks Commission will consider a nomination for a tree memorial honoring Fumiko "Mickey" Maruya and Shirley Hwong. The meeting includes routine procedural items such as call to order, flag salute, roll call, and public communications. No other substantive business is on the agenda.
- Tree memorial nomination for Fumiko "Mickey" Maruya and Shirley Hwong
Community Participation Commission
The Community Participation Commission will consider approving final pricing, food options, marketing, and ticket distribution for a Mamma Mia performance bus trip. They will also discuss performance selection, pricing, and reception options for a Hollywood Bowl trip. Additionally, the commission will discuss reviving the Holiday Home Decoration Program, including theme, rules, and community participation.
- Approve final pricing, food options, marketing plan, and ticket distribution for Mamma Mia bus trip
- Select performance, discuss pricing and reception options for Hollywood Bowl trip
- Discuss bringing back the Holiday Home Decoration Program with theme, rules, and community participation
- Approve minutes from the March 17, 2026 regular meeting
Community Participation Commission
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to hear a presentation on National Library Week and consider approving minutes from previous meetings and financial reports. The agenda includes routine consent calendar items and a report from the City Librarian. No major policy changes or public hearings are scheduled.
- Presentation on National Library Week
- Approval of minutes from March 17, 2026
- Approval of minutes from Joint Commissions meeting of January 13, 2026
- Approval of financial reports and expenditures
- City Librarian's report on library activities
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider an urgent citywide ban on data centers. The council may adopt an urgency ordinance effective immediately, introduce a regular ordinance for a permanent ban, and introduce an ordinance to implement Measure NDC if voters approve it on June 2, 2026. The rest of the meeting is procedural.
- Public hearing on a citywide data center prohibition
- Potential adoption of an urgency ordinance for immediate ban on data centers
- Introduction and waiver of first reading of a regular ordinance to ban data centers
- Introduction of an ordinance to implement Measure NDC if approved by voters in June 2026
- CEQA exemption determination for the proposed ordinances
The City Council held a public hearing and unanimously approved an urgency ordinance prohibiting data centers citywide, effective immediately. They also introduced and waived first reading of a regular ordinance for a permanent prohibition and a companion ordinance to implement Measure NDC if voters approve it on June 2, 2026. The urgency ordinance was amended to remove 'data processing facility' from the zoning table and add a new section to the municipal code.
- Approved urgency ordinance No. 2276 enacting citywide data center prohibition (5-0)
- Introduced and waived first reading of regular ordinance for data center prohibition
- Introduced and waived first reading of ordinance to implement Measure NDC if adopted by voters
- Amended Section 7 of each ordinance to remove 'data processing facility' from Table 21.12(A)
- Amended Section 8 of each ordinance to add new MPMC § 21.14.055
Commission on Aging
The Commission on Aging will hear a presentation on Langley Center updates, programs, and activities. They will also discuss possible projects at the Langley Center and seek donations from Friends of the Seniors and sponsors, as well as discuss trips and tours and the placement of battery and medicine disposal bins.
- Discussion of possible Langley Center projects and seeking donations from Friends of the Seniors and sponsors
- Langley Center Trips and Tours – discussion only
- Battery and Medicine Disposal Collection Bins at Langley Center
- Presentation on Langley Center updates, programs and activities
- Approval of minutes from March 16, 2026 regular meeting and January 13, 2026 joint special meeting
Traffic Commission
City Council
The City Council will consider authorizing a three-year employment agreement with City Manager Inez Alvarez, with total compensation of approximately $1.04 million. The consent calendar includes a $500,000 agreement for sales tax and other auditing services, a $1.1 million annual street sweeping contract, and an extension of electronic plan review software. New business also includes a resolution to revise meeting protocols in compliance with Senate Bill 707.
- Street sweeping contract with CMAX Commercial Services, Inc. — $1,098,458 annually for 5 years
- Professional services master agreement with Hinderliter De Llamas (HDL) for tax auditing — up to $500,000 over 5 years
- Second amendment to e-PlanSoft agreement for digital plan review software — $113,228.63 total
- City Manager Inez Alvarez employment amendment — three-year term with $1,040,838.70 total compensation
- Resolution to adopt SB 707 protocols, including $30,000 for audiovisual upgrades and translation
The City Council approved a three-year contract amendment for City Manager Inez Alvarez with total compensation of approximately $1,040,838.70 (unanimous). Also adopted a resolution revising meeting procedures to comply with Senate Bill 707, including up to $30,000 for related upgrades (unanimous). Several routine items were approved on the consent calendar, except for two resolutions (Professional Municipal Clerk's Week and National Library Week) that were pulled and voted on separately.
- Approved consent calendar items 10A–10E and 10H (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2026-R20 for Professional Municipal Clerk's Week (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2026-R21 for National Library Week (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2026-R22 for California Cities Week on consent (unanimous)
- Approved first amendment to City Manager Inez Alvarez's employment agreement for three years ($1,040,838.70 total) (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2026-R23 revising council protocols per SB 707 and authorized up to $30,000 for compliance (unanimous)
- Authorized $1,098,458/year street sweeping contract with CMAX Commercial Services for 5 years (consent)
- Received and filed data center ordinance notice (consent)
City Council
This is a special meeting of the Monterey Park City Council with only procedural items and a closed session. The council will hear public comments on listed agenda items, then recess into closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation. No other business is scheduled.
- Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation (closed session, specifics not disclosed)
The City Council convened for a special meeting at Monterey Park City Hall to discuss agenda items and conduct closed session business. Following public comment and closed session, the meeting adjourned at 6:16 p.m. with no reportable actions taken.
- Meeting called to order at 5:37 p.m.
- Roll call completed for Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
- Public comment period held
- Closed session held regarding anticipated litigation
- Meeting adjourned at 6:16 p.m.
Planning Commission
The Monterey Park Planning Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for April 14, 2026, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 28, 2026.
City Council
This is a special community meeting, not a formal council session. No votes or decisions will be taken; the event is an informal meetup for residents to talk with the Mayor.
- No formal action items; the meeting is a casual community gathering.
The City Council held a special community meeting as a casual 'Meetup with the Mayor' at Crystal Palace Restaurant. Council members attended but did not convene as a body or take any formal action. The event was purely for discussion and community engagement.