South El Monte — 2026-03-17

10.a.CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF A REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT FUND (REIF) AND MANAGEMENT PLANThe Real Estate Investment Fund (REIF) strategic framework prioritizes "Community Activation Use," focusing on the acquisition and improvement of distressed or underutilized parcels to create community hubs and attract investment. By utilizing debt financing and a "Net Cost" accounting model, the City can leverage this initial investment through financing to build a diversified portfolio of revenue-generating and civic assets while ensuring long-term property appreciation and tax-based growth. City staff proposes that the REIF be seeded with five million dollars ($5,000,000) transferred from the General Fund balance reserves and managed internally with City Council approving acquisitions, sales, and major expenses with semi-annual reports on progress maintaining transparency, accountability, and alignment with community priorities.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends City Council discuss andapprove the following:1. Real Estate Investment Fund (REIF) Management Plan; and2. Establishment of the Real Estate Investment Fund (REIF) seeded with $5 million transferred from the General Fund balance reserves.

10.b.ALLOCATION OF ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR THE CITY'S ELDERLY NUTRITION PROGRAMThe City's Elderly Nutrition Program provides essential congregate and home-delivered meals to residents aged 60 and older. Due to a combination of rising food costs, increased participation, and a reduction in external grant reimbursements, current funding is projected to be exhausted before the end of the fiscal year. The request of $75,000 is necessary to maintain current service levels and avoid the implementation of a waitlist or reduction in meals served to the seniors.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends City Council discuss and consider the following two options:1. Allocate additional funding in the amount of $75,000.00 from the General Fund to the Elderly Nutrition Program; or2. Direct staff to reduce the number of meals served daily.

10.c.CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 26-019, APPROVING AMENDMENT 3 TO AGREEMENT WITH DUDEK FOR CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE GENERAL PLAN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIR) FOR ARTS DISTRICT INDUSTRIAL WESTA consultant is needed to prepare an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Arts District Industrial West overlay. The City is currently engaged with DUDEK for the environmental review of several General Plan Elements including the Housing Element. While the primary deliverables by DUDEK have been completed, the contract remains open and active. Staff recommends utilizing this existing agreement to prepare the required Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Arts District Industrial West area for cost savings, demonstrated competence, streamlined process, technical continuity, and no net loss compliance.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends City Council adopt RESOLUTION

10.d.CONSIDERATION OF NO. 26-020, APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH TIERRA WEST ADVISORS, INC. FOR CONSULTING SERVICES FOR A ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES REPORTA consultant is needed to prepare a economic development strategies report to prioritize key city economic development projects and strengthen the City's fiscal resilience. The City has previously engaged Tierra West Advisors (TWA) for economic development services, and the firm possesses unique institutional history and technical expertise regarding South El Monte's specific project needs. Staff recommends entering into this agreement to prepare the economic development strategies report to ensure cost savings, technical continuity, and a streamlined path toward project implementation.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends City Council adoptResolution No. 26-020, approving a professional services agreement with Tierra West Advisors, Inc. (TWA) to prepare a Economic Development Strategies Report in an amount not to exceed $38,500.NO. 10.e.CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION 26-021, APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH TIERRA WEST ADVISORS, INC. FOR CONSULTING SERVICES FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OUTREACHA consultant is needed to provide professional economic development outreach services to effectively communicate municipal initiatives, provide business site and incentive opportunities, and strengthen partnerships with businesses and investors. The City has previously engaged Tierra West Advisors (TWA) for economic development outreach, and the firm possesses unique institutional history and technical expertise regarding South El Monte's specific needs. Staff recommends entering into this agreement to ensure cost savings, technical continuity, and a streamlined path toward enhancing the City's economic engagement.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends City Council adoptResolution No. 26-021, approving a professional services agreement with Tierra West Advisors, Inc. (TWA) for Economic Development Outreach Services in an amount not to exceed $25,000.

10.f.APPOINTMENT OF ONE (1) ADVANCEMENT OF WOMEN AND GIRLS COMMISSIONERAppointment to be made of one (1) Advancement of Women and Girls Commissioner.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends City Council considerappointing one (1) individual seeking appointment to the Advancement of Women and Girls Commission for a one-year term ending January 31, 2027.APPOINTMENT OF ONE (1) ADVANCEMENT OF WOMEN AND GIRLS COMMISSIONERAppointment to be made of one (1) Advancement of Women and Girls Commissioner.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends City Council considerappointing one (1) individual seeking appointment to the Advancement of Women and Girls Commission for a one-year term ending January 31, 2027.

10.g.APPOINTMENT OF ONE (1) PATRIOTIC COMMISSIONERAppointment to be made of one (1) Patriotic Commissioner.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends City Council considerappointing one (1) individual seeking appointment to the Patriotic Commission for a one-year term ending January 31, 2027.

12.a.LETTER FROM THE MONTEBELLO BREWERS CORPORATION REQUESTING A FACILITY FEE WAIVER FOR THE USE OF DEAN L. SHIVELY PARK FIELD AND NEW TEMPLE PARK FIELDS AND CONSIDERATION TO HOST TWO BASEBALL TOURNAMENTS IN 2026The Montebello Brewers Baseball Corporation ("Brewers") is requesting a facility fee waiver for the use of Dean L. Shively Park and New Temple Park fields to host their 2026 season practices and games. In addition, the Brewers are requesting approval to host two baseball tournaments.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends City Council discuss andconsider:1. The facility fee waiver request for the use of Shively and New Temple Park fields in the estimated amount of $64,225.00; and2. The Brewers request to host two baseball tournaments.

12.b.LETTER FROM EPIPHANY CATHOLIC CHURCH REQUESTING A FEE WAIVER FOR A TEMPORARY USE PERMIT AND CITY STAFF TIME FOR THEIR 2026 SILENT MARCHEpiphany Church is requesting a fee waiver for a Temporary Use Permit (TUP) and for City staff time dedicated to public safety support during its 2026 Silent March procession, scheduled for Friday, April 3rd, 2026.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends City Council discuss andconsider approving the fee waiver request submitted by Epiphany Catholic Church, totaling $1,441.68.

12.c.LETTER FROM SOUTH EL MONTE HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL PROGRAM REQUESTING A FACILITY FEE WAIVER FOR THE USE OF THE COMMUNITY CENTER AMPHITHEATER AND ALL THE FEES ASSOCIATED WITH THE RESERVATIONThe South El Monte High School Girls Basketball Program ("SEMHS Girls Basketball") is requesting a facility fee waiver for the use of the South El Monte Community Center Amphitheater to host their end of the season banquet. In addition, SEMHS Girls Basketball is requesting that the City Council consider waiving all the fees associated with the reservation.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends that the City Councildiscuss and consider:1. The requested facility fee waiver for the use of the Community Center Amphitheater in the amount of $375.00; and2. The request to waive the non-waived fees associated with the reservation in the amount of $927.50.

13.a.MAYOR GLORIA OLMOS1. Follow up on last year's and this year's financials for ERA with a request stating that if they cannot produce financials, they will pay back the City $55,000 that was gifted to them. As a non-profit, it should be a public record; there is no record of it.

13.b.COUNCILEMBER MANUEL ACOSTA1. Usage of the Pylon Sign Adjacent to Santa Anita Avenue and 60 FwyDiscussion/Action: The old Ramada hotel was built in 1991 that includeda Pylon Sign adjacent to the 60 fwy. Was the Pylon Sign built independently with its own CUP (Conditional-Use Permit)? If so, can this sign be used as an alternative to the pylon sign being planned for the new shopping plaza being built on Santa Anita Avenue?2. Investigation Into Alleged Misconduct by City CouncilmembersDiscussion/Action: In the Public Comment session of the March 3rd meeting, several speakers mentioned incidents regarding councilmember misconduct. The City Council should consider investigating these allegations.

13.c.MAYOR PRO TEM RUDY BOJORQUEZ1. Discussion/Action to open an investigation on public comments made at the last City Council meeting that Rustic and Chic was bribing council members since 2023 to extend their CUP.

4.a. Presentation of Certificates to the South El Monte High School Girls Varsity Soccer Team for their win at Mission Valley League.

4.b. Presentation of Certificates to South El Monte High School Students Henry Liem and Ailani Rodriguez for their selection as Quest Bridge Match Scholarship winners.

4.c. Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to the Iglesia Fuente De Vida for their 40th Anniversary in the City of South El Monte and events they have hosted for the community.

4.d. Presentation of Plaques for City of South El Monte Employees celebrating years of service to the City of South El Monte.

4.e. Freewill.com Donor Program Overview for City Council Consideration.

4.f. Sheriff's Department Report for the Months of January and February 2026.

4.g. Code Enforcement and Parking Enforcement Report for the Months of January and February 2026.

7.a.CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCILMEETING MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 17, 2026Staff is requesting approval of Minutes for the February 17, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff is requesting approval of Minutes for the February 17, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting.

7.b.CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 26-016, APPROVING WARRANTS FOR THE PERIOD OF FEBRUARY 26, THROUGH MARCH 11, 2026Authorizing payment of City expenditures for the period of February 26, 2026, through March 11, 2026, totaling $3,023,211.59.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-016, authorizing payment of City expenditures.

7.c.CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 26-017, APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH VET CARE FOR VACCINATION SERVICESStaff is requesting that the City Council approve an agreement by and between Vet Care for low-cost dog and cat vaccination clinics at the South El Monte Community Center.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends City Council:1. Adopt Resolution No. 26-017, approving the agreement with Vet Care for low-cost vaccination services for three years from March 17, 2026 through March 17, 2029; and2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to negotiate and execute the agreement.

7.d.CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 26-018, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SOUTH EL MONTE AND THE SAUCE CREATIVE SERVICES FOR NEWSLETTER PUBLISHING SERVICESThe City of South El Monte publishes a monthly newsletter, the South El Monte News, to inform residents and businesses of upcoming programs, events, services, projects, and policies of city government. The City currently contracts with The Sauce Creative Services for newsletter publishing services.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends City Council:1. Adopt Resolution No. 26-018, approving Amendment No. 2 to the current agreement with The Sauce Creative Services; and2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the agreement.

8.a.CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY MEETING MINUTES FOR FEBRUARY 17, 2026Staff is requesting approval of the Minutes of the February 17, 2026, Successor Agency Meeting.RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff is requesting approval of the Minutes of the February 17, 2026, Successor Agency Meeting.