Whittier
| Date | Item Type | Item | Description | Info Location | County | City | Meeting Type | id |
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| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 10 | A | 10.A. Social Services Grant Funding Program - FY 2026-2027 Recommendation: Approve the Ad Hoc’s proposed revisions to the Social Services Grant Funding Program and authorize an additional $23,484, increasing the total grant funds to $200,000. 11. COUNCIL MEMBER / DIRECTOR COMMENTS AND CONFERENCE REPORTS 12. CLOSED SESSION | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 10 # A | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80e1 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 12 | A | 12.A. Approval of Minutes - Closed Session Approve the February 24, 2026 Closed Session Minutes. | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 12 # A | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80df |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 12 | B | 12.B. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation, significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(e) (1): One Case. | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 12 # B | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80e2 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 12 | C | 12.C. Conference with Real Property Negotiators pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Property: APN 8170-029-900 (12540 Whittier Blvd) and 8170-029-902 (12549 Washington Blvd) City Negotiator: Conal McNamara, Executive Director Property Negotiator: William Nascimento, Sycamore Group LLC Under Negotiation: Price and Terms | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 12 # C | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80e0 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 12 | D | 12.D. Conference with Real Property Negotiators pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Property: Portions of Whittier Blvd near 12090 Whittier Blvd Agency negotiator: Conal McNamara, Executive Director Negotiating parties: Adam Lentz, Madison Capital Group, LLC Under negotiation: Price & Terms | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 12 # D | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80de |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 12 | E | 12.E. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1): Constance Brady vs. City of Whittier Claim No. 603817 | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 12 # E | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80dd |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 12 | F | 12.F. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1): Leslie Houk vs. City of Whittier Claim No. 643078 | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 12 # F | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80da |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 12 | G | 12.G. Conference With Legal Counsel—Existing Litigation pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(d)(1): Ashley Ann Lozano v. City of Whittier Claim No. 24-591870-014 | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 12 # G | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80dc |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 12 | H | 12.H. Conference With Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(d)(1): Whittier Conservancy v. City of Whittier - Case No. 25STCP04856 | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 12 # H | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80d8 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 12 | I | 12.I. Conference With Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(d)(1): Whittier Conservancy v. City of Whittier - Case No. 24STCP03966 | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 12 # I | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80d7 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 12 | J | 12.J. Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 Agency Negotiator: Conal McNamara Represented and Unrepresented Employee: Whittier City Employees’ Association, Whittier Police Officers’ Association, Whittier Police Management Association, and unrepresented employees 13. CLOSED SESSION REPORT | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 12 # J | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80d9 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 5 | A | 5.A. National Library Week “Find your Joy” at the Library (April 19-25, 2026) -Proclamation 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS Public Comment Cards are available in the Council Chamber, with instructions on obtaining a speaking number. The public is invited to address City Council Members and Directors regarding any item of business listed on this agenda or within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City. Pursuant to State law, City Council Members cannot take action or express a consensus on any communications that do not appear on the printed agenda. To ensure a productive and respectful environment during City Council meetings, all attendees are asked to conduct themselves with courtesy and professionalism. Please refrain from using profanity, making personal attacks, or engaging in conduct that disrupts or interferes with the orderly progression of the meeting. While the First Amendment protects a broad range of speech, including opinions that some may find offensive, the City may intervene only in cases involving true threats, incitement to violence, or substantial disruption to the proceedings. Courts have consistently ruled that attempts to censor protected speech—even when offensive—can expose cities to costly legal challenges and liability. Such litigation diverts public funds from vital services like public safety, parks, and libraries. For this reason, the City Council urges all speakers to express their views in a manner that is civil and constructive. The City of Whittier is committed to serving all members of the public with respect. While the City does not endorse or condone discriminatory or hateful speech, it must uphold constitutional protections as interpreted by the courts. If any member of the public finds a comment objectionable, they are free to leave the chamber at their discretion. Please be advised: Conduct that materially disrupts the meeting may result in removal, in accordance with Government Code Section 54957.95 and Penal Code 403. Detailed instructions on how to provide public comments are provided on the 7. CITY MANAGER REPORT 8. JOINT CONSENT CALENDAR All items on the Consent Calendar may be approved by a single motion. If a Council Member or Director wishes to discuss a Consent Calendar item, the item may be removed from the calendar for individual consideration. | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 5 # A | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80db |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 8 | A | 8.A. Waive Further Reading Recommendation: After the City Clerk has read the title, waive full reading of all resolutions and ordinances on this agenda for adoption. | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 8 # A | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80d4 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 8 | B | 8.B. Approval of Minutes Recommendation: Approve the February 24, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes. | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 8 # B | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80d5 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 8 | C | 8.C. Claims Against the City Recommendation: Deny claims filed by Richard Jacquez, Jim Webster, Rosie Wadwa, Alejandro Pedraza, Anadela Villarruel, Min-Ling Kuo, Maria Leon, and Jessica Talamante. | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 8 # C | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80d6 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 8 | D | 8.D. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 3176 -- Extending Tree Manual Suspension Recommendation: Conduct the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 3176, extending the temporary suspension of the application of the City’s Parkway Tree Manual and Municipal Code Section 12.40.100(D) to address potential future health and safety hazards and making a finding that this ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) through January 1, 2028. | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 8 # D | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80d2 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 8 | E | 8.E. 2024-2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report Recommendation: Receive and file the 2024-2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report and direct staff to forward a copy to the Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) and the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 8 # E | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80d3 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 8 | F | 8.F. Local Agency Investment Fund - Investment Authority Recommendation: Adopt Resolution Nos. 2026-14, WRSA-2026-01, WUA- 2026-04, WHA-2026-01, updating the authorized individuals and authorizing investment of monies in the State’s Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF). | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 8 # F | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80d1 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 8 | G | 8.G. WPOA and WPMA Memorandum of Understanding 2026-2029, Unrepresented Executive Management (Level I) Employees, Adopt Updated 2025-26 Salary Resolution Recommendation: 1) Approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Whittier Police Officers Association (WPOA) for the period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029; 2) Approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Whittier Police Management Association (WPMA) for the period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029; 3) Approve benefit and salary adjustment for Unrepresented Executive Management (Level I) Employees; 4) Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with City Manager Conal McNamara; 5) Adopt Resolution No. 2026-15, adopting an updated 2025-26 Salary Resolution and rescinding Resolution No. 2025-28. | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 8 # G | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80d0 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 8 | H | 8.H. California State Library Grant- Lunch at the Library Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-16, amending the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget to accept a $13,463 grant from the California State Library for the “Lunch at the Library” program and appropriate the funds for this grant. | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 8 # H | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80e5 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 8 | I | 8.I. 23-021 Painter Avenue and Vicinity Rehabilitation Project - Notice Inviting Bids Recommendation: 1) Find the project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to Section 15301, Class 1 - Existing Facilities of the California Environmental Quality Act guidelines; 2) Approve the Plans and Specifications for 23-021 Painter Avenue and Vicinity Rehabilitation Project; and 3) Authorize the City Clerk to advertise for construction bids. | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 8 # I | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80e6 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 8 | J | 8.J. 25-008 Slurry Program Phase 1 - Notice of Completion Recommendation: Accept the work performed by Pavement Coatings Co. for the 25-008 Slurry Program Phase 1 Project and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion on behalf of the City of Whittier. | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 8 # J | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80e8 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 8 | K | 8.K. 3551 San Gabriel River Pkwy Demolition Project - Award of Contract Recommendation: 1) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Quitclaim Deed and Environmental Restrictions Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 1471 for the Pico Rivera Reserve Center; 2) Award the construction contract to Interior Demolition, Inc., in the amount of $115,920 for the 3551 San Gabriel River Pkwy Demolition Project; 3) Reject all other bids; 4) Authorize the City Manager to execute a construction contract on behalf of the City; 5) Approve $11,592 in contingency for the 3551 San Gabriel River Pkwy Demolition Project, subject to the approval of the City Manager; and 6) Adopt Resolution No. 2026-17, amending the FY 2025-26 budget in the amount of $127,512 in supplemental funds to be allocated for the 3551 San Gabriel River Pkwy Demolition Project. | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 8 # K | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80e7 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 8 | L | 8.L. Los Angeles County Cooperative Agreement for Washington Boulevard Improvements, 800 feet West of Crowndale Avenue to 150 feet East of Crowndale Avenue Recommendation: 1) Authorize the City Manager to execute a cooperative agreement between the City of Whittier and the County of Los Angeles in the amount not to exceed $305,600 for project administration and construction on Washington Blvd, 800 feet West of Crowndale Avenue to 150 feet East of Crowndale Avenue; and 2) Adopt Resolution No. 2026-18, amending the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget for the expenditure of $305,600 in funds for the Washington Boulevard improvements. | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 8 # L | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80e4 |
| March 24, 2026 | Order of Business 8 | M | 8.M. 23-019 Phase 3B Liner Expansion for Savage Canyon Landfill - Notice Inviting Bids Recommendation: Approve the plans and specifications for the Phase 3B Liner Expansion for the Savage Canyon Landfill and authorize the Secretary to advertise the project for construction bids 9. PUBLIC HEARINGS None. 10. STAFF REPORTS | March 24, 2026 Order of Business 8 # M | LA County | Whittier | City Council | 6ac43787878302ed9bef80e3 |