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SOUTH EL MONTE

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

UPDATE

The City of South El Monte continues to make significant progress on various capital improvement projects. These projects are part of the City’s ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure, commitment to sustainability, safety, and enhance community spaces to improve the quality of life for all residents.

Merced Avenue Greenway Project

The Merced Avenue Greenway Project was a year-long planning and design initiative aimed at improving stormwater management and water quality along a 1.1-mile stretch of Merced Avenue. Key project goals included:

• Reducing flood risks in surrounding areas.

• Increasing vegetative cover through habitat restoration and greening initiatives.

• Enhancing active transportation with improved pedestrian and bike access.

• Combating urban heat with innovative design solutions.

This transformative project received funding from the California Coastal Conservancy, Disney Foundation, California Natural Resources Agency, State Water Resources Control Board, Rivers & Mountains Conservancy, and the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation’s WaterSmart Program. Additional funding came from Measure W: Safe Clean Water Program through both the Infrastructure and Municipal Programs.

Aquatic Center Pool Replastering Project

The South El Monte Aquatic Center Pool Replastering Project addressed critical renovations to the facility’s pools to improve safety and usability. Key project goals included:

• Removing and replacing tiles, including those with depth and lane markers.

• Removal and replastering of both pools.

• Updating lighting fixtures for better visibility and energy efficiency.

• Replacing handrails and drain covers to meet updated safety standards.

This project is funded by grants from the California Natural Resources Agency and Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) administered locally by the Los Angeles County Development Authority.

FY 24-25 Pavement Rehabilitation Project

The FY 24-25 Pavement Rehabilitation Project is part of the City of South El Monte’s Pavement Management Program (PMP), which prioritizes street paving and maintenance projects over a five-year period. This initiative reflects the City’s commitment to proactively maintaining its roads as South El Monte continues to grow in population, demographics, and infrastructure needs. Key project goals included:

• Asphalt reconstruction and rehabilitation of existing streets.

• Curb and gutter repairs.

• Restoration of pavement markings and striping.

Streets included in this project are select segments of Rush Street, Klingerman Street, and Floradale Avenue. The project is expected to be completed by mid-January 2025.

SOUTH EL MONTE CITY COUNCIL

MAYOR GLORIA OLMOS

MAYOR PRO TEM RUDY BOJORQUEZ

COUNCILMEMBER MANUEL ACOSTA

COUNCILMEMBER HECTOR DELGADO

COUNCILMEMBER LARRY RODRIGUEZ

CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS

The City Council holds regular meetings on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month. Regular meetings start at 6 p.m.

Questions or Assistance

For additional information, please call the City Clerk’s Office at (626) 579-6540 ext. 3280.

UPCOMING MEETINGS

January 14 & 28

To view Agendas or Agenda packets use the side QR Code, scroll down to the current and upcoming events section.

CITY MANAGER

RENE SALAS

CITY CLERK

ADRIAN GARCIA

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

GUILLERMO ARREOLA

COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR

ARIANA DE LA CRUZ

HUMAN RESOURCES & RISK MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR

IYOB TESSEMA

FINANCE DIRECTOR

MASAMI HIGA

PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR

JOHN POEHLER

CITY COMMISSION MEETINGS

ADVANCEMENT OF WOMEN/GIRLSMeets Quarterly / Upcoming Meeting

January 15

COMMUNITY SERVICES -

Meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:00 P.M.

PATRIOTIC - Meets on the last Wednesday of the month at 6:00 P.M

PLANNING - Meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:00 P.M

Agenda and Meeting Minutes are available on the City’s website at cityofsouthelmonte.org

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CITY OF SOUTH EL MONTE

1415 SANTA ANITA AVENUE SOUTH EL MONTE, CALIFORNIA 91733 (626) 579-6540

NOTICE OF FINAL ELECTION RESULTS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following persons: Gloria Olmos was re-elected as Mayor, Hector Delgado was re-elected as Member of the City Council and Larry Rodriguez was elected as Member of the City Council at the City of South El Monte’s General Municipal Election held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 The City Council approved Resolution No. 24-246 declaring the results of the election at the City Council Meeting of December 10, 2024

FOR MAYOR (Vote for No More Than One)

Gloria Olmos 3,224 votes

Gracie Retamoza 1,383 votes

FOR MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL (Vote for No More Than Two)

Hector Delgado 2,722 votes

Larry Rodriguez 1,587 votes

Richard Angel 1,472 votes

Salvador “Sal” Ramirez 1,294 votes

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Measure SEM was passed by the voters at the City of South El Monte’s General Municipal Election held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024

MEASURE SEM

YES votes 2,767 NO votes 1,676

Adrian Garcia, MMC City Clerk/Elections Official

Posted: December 11, 2024

IMPORTANT NUMBERS

ANIMAL CONTROL (SEAACA) (562) 803-3301

ANONYMOUS NARCOTICS TIP LINE (626) 292-3375

BUSINESS LICENSES (626) 332-5797

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (626) 443-0180

GREATER EL MONTE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (626) 579-7777

HOUSING RIGHTS HOTLINE (800) 477-5977

LA COUNTY ASSESSOR’S OFFICE (626) 258-6001

LA COUNTY SOCIAL PROGRAMS 211

LA COUNTY WHITTIER NARROWS (626) 575-5526

LIBRARY (626) 443-4158

POST OFFICE (800) 275-8777

SAN GABRIEL VALLEY SERVICE CENTER (626) 575-5431

SUPERVISOR HILDA L. SOLIS OFFICE (626) 350-4500

VECTOR CONTROL (562) 944-9656

UTILITY COMPANIES

ATHENS SERVICES (TRASH/STREET SWEEPING) (888) 336-6100

EDISON (800) 655-4555

GAS

CITY HALL

(800) 427-2000

SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER COMPANY (626) 448-6183 SPECTRUM (888) 369-2808

CITY YARD

COMMUNITY CENTER

SENIOR CENTER

SHERIFF’S TEMPLE

8838 LAS TUNAS DR., TEMPLE CITY, CA 91780 (626) 285-7171 • LASD.ORG/TEMPLE 911 FOR LIFE-THREATENING EMERGENCIES OR IN-PROGRESS CRIMES

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LAHSA (LOS ANGELES HOMELESS SERVICES AUTHORITY) MAKE A HOMELESS OUTREACH REQUEST AT LA-HOP.ORG OR DIAL 211

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The Parks and Recreation Division enriches the quality of lives for our community through the variety of events and programs they provide.

COMMUNITY CENTER

1530 CENTRAL AVE. • (626) 579-2043

MONDAY-FRIDAY • 1:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. CLOSED ON MAJOR HOLIDAYS

• ADULT SPORTS

• AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

• PARK & FACILITY RENTALS

• SEASONAL DAY CAMPS

• FITNESS CLASSES

• SPECIAL EVENTS

• YOUTH & RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS

*Programs, events, and fees are subject to change. CONNECT

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SENIOR SERVICES DIVISION

SENIOR CENTER

1556 CENTRAL AVE. • (626) 448-0131

MONDAY-FRIDAY • 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

CLOSED ON MAJOR HOLIDAYS

• NUTRITION PROGRAM (60+)

• TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

• SOCIAL/EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

• HEALTH/WELLNESS PROGRAMS

• EXCURSIONS

*Programs and events are subject to change. Must be registered at the Senior Center to participate in any programming.

3L CLUB • JANUARY: 7, 9, 21 & 23

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Está invitado a participar e gratuito, educativo e informativo aprender sobre salud y bienestar mental organizado por el Programa Unido de Promotores de Salud Mental del condado de Los Á

Enero 09: Salud, bienestar

Enero 16: Depresión y Enero 23: Preservando tu memoria

10:00 AM -11:00 AM South El Monte Senior Center 1556 Central Ave, S Taller Presencial