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City Council approves routine items

Monterey ParkSep 3, 20252 min read

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The City Council approved the consent calendar, including the July 2025 monthly investment report showing $98,609,055.81 in invested city funds, and gave first reading to an ordinance tied to Measure JJ for the Saturn Park Innovation/Technology Zone.

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The council approved a set of routine items in one vote, including the latest investment report for city funds. It also advanced an ordinance that would update land-use rules for the Saturn Park Innovation/Technology Zone under Measure JJ. Public comments included concerns about accessible body camera footage, Dial-a-Ride eligibility, and shade and cooling at bus stops.

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Approved the August 6, 2025 meeting minutes.
Received the July 31, 2025 monthly investment report showing $98,609,055.81 in invested funds.
Approved consent calendar items 9.A. through 9.J. by one vote.
Took first reading of an ordinance implementing Measure JJ and amending land-use rules for the Saturn Park Innovation/Technology Zone.
Amended the ordinance to keep the building-height limit language in Section 21.14.090 and add 'or site development plan' at the end of that section.

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City Council Regular Meeting

Sep 3, 2025, 6:30 PMCity Hall Council Chambers,, 320 W. Newmark Ave., Monterey Park CA 91754completed

Agenda

1. Call to Order
Mayor
2. Flag Salute
The Monterey Park Fire Explorers
3. Roll Call
Henry Lo, Vinh Ngo, Jose Sanchez, Thomas Wong, Elizabeth Yang
4. Agenda Revisions and Additions
5. Public Communications
6. Staff Communications
A. Library
Decision: Staff Communications
B. Recreation & Community Services
It is recommended that the City Council consider: Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Decision: Staff Communications
C. Public Works
It is recommended that the City Council consider: Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Decision: Staff Communications
D. City Manager's Office
It is recommended that the City Council consider: Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Decision: Staff Communications
7. Presentation
8. Old Business
9. Consent Calendar
All items under the Consent Calendar are considered by the City Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion. Specific items may be removed from the Consent Calendar at the request of any member of the City Council for separate consideration.
A. Approval of Minutes
It is recommended that the City Council consider: Approving the minutes from the special meeting of August 6, 2025 and the regular meeting of August 6, 2025; and Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable. | attachments=1 | reports=1
Decision: Consent Calendar
B. Monthly Investment Report
It is recommended that the City Council consider: Receiving and filing the monthly investment report; and Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable. | attachments=1 | reports=1
Decision: Consent Calendar
C. 2024-2025 Annual Investment Report
It is recommended that the City Council consider: Receiving and filing the 2024-25 Annual Investment Report; Adopting a resolution authorizing the Treasurer to implement the City’s Investment Policy for FY 2025-26; and Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable. | attachments=2 | reports=1
Decision: Consent Calendar
D. Adopting a Resolution updating the City’s reimbursement policies in accordance with AB 1234, to include an additional pre-approved conference for Elected Officials
It is recommended that the City Council consider: Adopting a Resolution updating the City’s reimbursement policies in accordance with AB 1234, to include an additional pre-approved conference for Elected Officials; and Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable. | attachments=1 | reports=1
Decision: Consent Calendar
E. Resolution Approving Salary Rates and Benefits for City of Monterey Park Executive Management Employees and At-Will Mid-Management Employees
It is recommended that the City Council consider: Adopting a Resolution approving salary rates and benefits for Executive Management Employees and At-will Mid-Management Employees; and Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable. | reports=1
Decision: Consent Calendar
F. Police Department Body Worn Camera and Digital Evidence Storage Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc.
It is recommended that the City Council consider: Authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with Axon Enterprises Inc., in a form approved by the City Attorney, to purchase and implement the Axon Body-Worn and In-Dash Camera System, in the amount of $842,000.23; and Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable. | attachments=2 | reports=1
Decision: Consent Calendar
G. Authorize the City Manager to Amend Agreement 1868-A with Fiesta Taxi Cooperative, Inc. to provide Dial-A-Ride Supplemental Service
It is recommended that the City Council consider: Authorizing the City Manager to amend agreement 1868-A for a three-year term with an option to extend for an additional two years in the amount not to exceed $225,000 total, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with Fiesta Taxi Cooperative, Inc. to provide Dial-A-Ride Supplement Service. Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable. | reports=1
Decision: Consent Calendar
I. Authorize Letters Requesting Support and Funding for Barnes Park Pool Replacement Project to be sent to Elected Representatives
It is recommended that the City Council consider: Authorizing the City Manager to send letters to Elected Representatives for support and funding for the Barnes Park Pool Replacement Project; and Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable. | attachments=1 | reports=1
Decision: Consent Calendar
H. Receive and File a Summary of The Windstorm and Firestorm Local Emergency
It is recommended that the City Council consider: Receiving and Filing this staff report summarizing the status of windstorm and firestorm local emergency; and Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable. | reports=1
Decision: Consent Calendar
J. Hispanic Heritage Heritage Month Resolution (As Requested by Council Member Sanchez)
It is recommended that the City Council consider: Approving the attached resolution; and, Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable. | attachments=1 | reports=1
Decision: Consent Calendar
10. Public Hearing
A. Public hearing to consider adopting zoning regulations for the Saturn Park Innovation/Technology Zone (ZCA 25-04)
It is recommended that the City Council consider: Opening the public hearing and taking testimonial and documentary evidence; After closing the public hearing and considering the submitted evidence, introducing and waiving first reading of Ordinance No. _____ amending the Monterey Park Municipal Code ("MPMC") regulating certain land uses in the Saturn Park Innovation/Technology Zone; and Taking such additional, related, action that may be desirable. | attachments=5 | reports=1
Decision: Public Hearing
11. New Business
12. City Communications (City Council) / Future Agenda Items
13. Closed Session (if Required; City Attorney to Announce)
14. Adjournment