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SOUTH EL MONTE

2021 HIGHLIGHTS

The City of South El Monte has shown tremendous resilience through the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Although each and every one of us have been greatly affected, the City continues to provide direct access to health resources for the community and achieve great strides in stabilizing our City’s infrastructure. With strategic planning and prioritizing our resources wisely, we were able to continue to provide essential city services that our community members rely on. Additionally, many improvements were made to our local roadways, parks and recreation facilities. We continued to invest in technology to provide enhanced services, and many of the recreation programming and community events that were put on hold in 2020 were reinstated with State and County health guidelines in place.

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We are proud to present the following achievements from 2021 that showcase our community’s spirit and strength and set the path for greater endeavors to take place in South El Monte in 2022.

The safety and wellbeing of our community members and employees is the number one priority for South El Monte officials, and as a precautionary measure in 2021, many of our facilities remained closed until it was safe to reopen to the public. Many of our employees worked remotely. • City officials and staff continued to oblige by health orders instated by county, state and federal government.

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• Continuously distributed Personal Protective Equipment to our residents at various City events. • Partnered with public and private agencies to host a total of ten COVID-19 and flu vaccination clinics for community members and City employees. Approximately 2,300 vaccines were administered. • Kept our community informed with COVID-19 updates and resources through our social media platforms, monthly newsletter, City website, City Council Meetings and outreach efforts.

CITY’S FINANCES

The pandemic and its effects caused enormous budget pressures on municipalities including South El Monte. In a fiscally responsible manner, we addressed the much needed services of our community. In 2021, the City received $4.2 million from the Federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to mitigate the negative economic impacts resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. • Adopted a balance budget for the 2021- 2022 Fiscal Year. • State Audit confirmed City’s finances are in compliance and stable. • Measure ES, the quarter in a penny sales tax approved by South El Monte voters in November 2020, generated revenue for essential services in our community. • Invested in new accounting software.

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SOUTH EL MONTE NEWS • FEBRUARY 2022

SOUTH EL MONTE CITY COUNCIL MAYOR MAYOR PRO TEM COUNCILMAN COUNCILMAN COUNCILWOMAN

GLORIA OLMOS MANUEL ACOSTA RICHARD ANGEL HECTOR DELGADO GRACIE RETAMOZA

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.

HOLIDAY CLOSURE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 21 All City facilities will be closed on Monday, February 21, 2022 in observance of Presidents’ Day. Street sweeping and trash collection services will be operating its regular schedule.

Questions or Assistance

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

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VIRTUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS

Due to the surge in COVID-19 cases, City Council Meetings will be held virtually until further notice. Meetings will be held via Zoom. View and/or Participate ONLY during PUBLIC COMMENT Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86581711880 Webinar ID: 865 8171 1880 Or Call In: 1 669 900 6833, when prompted, enter 86581711880#

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

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Please be advised that City hours and operations are subject to change due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For updates visit our City website and social media platforms.

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(800) 477-5977

SUPERVISOR HILDA L. SOLIS OFFICE

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SAN GABRIEL VALLEY SERVICE CENTER

(626) 575-5431

GREATER EL MONTE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

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SOUTH EL MONTE NEWS • FEBRUARY 2022

SOUTH EL MONTE

2021 HIGHLIGHTS

CITY CLERK’S OFFICE

The City Clerk’s Office ensured that the legislative process in the City of South El Monte remained in compliance, provided support to the City Council and recorded council proceedings. In addition to daily operation responsibilities, the Office enhanced its services to the public by investing in up-to-date technology. • Continued to host online City Council Meetings via Zoom to enable community members to watch and participate in the meetings. • Implemented a new Agenda Management and Live Streaming software to easily access Agendas for City Council Meetings and watch meetings online. • Replaced outdated audio and video equipment in the Council Chambers for City Council Meetings. • Upgraded the City’s online Municipal Code.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

The Community Development Department oversees the City’s land use policies, including zoning, building, subdivision, and environmental regulations, to ensure the orderly physical growth of the community.

HOMELESSNESS

The pandemic caused major effects on homelessness in cities across the nation. Staying home to stay safe at the guidance of health officials was impossible for people experiencing homelessness. Furthermore, the economic downturn caused by COVID-19 threatened to force more people into homelessness. Through partnerships with various agencies and nearby cities, the City strategically created a response and prevention action plan to address the issue in our community and regional area. • Hosted virtual meetings to inform the public of South El Monte’s initiatives to combat homelessness. • Joined the cities of Baldwin Park and El Monte to be founding members of the MidValley Collaborative on Homelessness (MVCH) and partnered with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) and the Los Angeles County Homeless Initiative to work together to more effectively combat homelessness locally. • Launched the Homelessness Prevention and Diversion Program, establishing 3 access points (City Hall, Community Center and Senior Center) where residents in need can go for assistance. • Trained City staff for the access points.

• Updated the State mandated City’s Housing Element with the community’s input.

• Launched the Motel Voucher Program & Landlord Engagement to provide temporary housing; helping 7 families.

• Launched the City’s online permitting system, making it easier for residents and businesses to obtain permits from the City.

• Completed the MVCH branding and developed marketing material. Website and social pages to be launched this year.

• Received a $150,000 grant from Local Early Action Planning (LEAP) to be used for building permit scanning and cloud storage. • Obtained a $200,000 Sustainable Communities Program Grant from SCAG to facilitate housing production by completing a comprehensive zoning code update. • The Horizons Project, construction of 62 homes along Santa Anita Ave. Currently 15 units are under construction. • Mye Plaza Mixed Use Project, approval of a 106,137 square foot mixed-use project consisting of 73 residential units and 8 commercial units. • Century Communities Project, 54 units (completed or pending final inspection) and 18 units (under construction)

LAW ENFORCEMENT

Our Sheriff’s Deputies serve as public safety employees and ensure the safety of community members. • Held various Search Warrants and Probation Operations throughout the year. • Participated in various special events in the City and our local schools: Easter Drive Thru, Summer Concerts, Read Across America, South El Monte High School Graduation, and Tree Lighting Ceremony… just to name a few.

• Reviewed fifty pre-application requests ranging from ADA’s to remodels, to new construction.

• Co-hosted with the City several Community Outreach events: Coffee with the Captain, National Night Out, Business Watch, Sheriff’s Town Hall Meeting, and Catalytic Converter Etching to strengthen relationships and promote community policing.

• Issued 1,854 businesses (new and renewal).

• Provided safety training for our crossing guards.

• 309 Building Permits issued

• Continued to promote and expand the Temple Station Youth Explorer Program in South El Monte.

• 54 Administrative Citations issued • 5,876 Parking Citations

SOUTH EL MONTE NEWS • FEBRUARY 2022

PUBLIC WORKS

Our Public Works Division in addition to maintaining the aesthetics of the City, also oversees a variety of capital improvement projects including buildings, roadway improvements, parks and utilities. In 2021, many enhancements were made in our community through this Division.

CITY-WIDE PROJECTS AND SERVICES

• Organic Waste Disposal Reduction Ordinance (Adopted July 2021) – The City adopted an ordinance to implement relevant provisions of SB 1383 Regulations. This ordinance will also help reduce food insecurity by requiring commercial edible food generators to arrange to have the maximum amount of their edible food, that would otherwise be disposed, be recovered for human consumption. • New 3-stream waste collection – The City reformed trash, recyclables and organics waste collection to meet the requirements of SB 1383. Refuse and recycling service enhancements include a transition to automated service at residential premises; providing free residential bulky item pickup services for up-to three pickup events per year; increasing the number of citywide cleanup events hosted by Athens and the City; and adding two annual citywide compost giveaway events hosted by Athens and the City. • New street sweeping schedule – The City adopted an Urgency Ordinance (No. 1256-U), amending the Municipal Code to establish new no parking prohibitions for street sweeping purposes. This ordinance amendment accommodates revised street sweeping schedules that eliminate conflicts with the waste collection routes. • Illegal Dumping – 2,154 items removed • Graffiti Removal – 1,738 graffities abated • Operations & Maintenance Service Requests – Completed 3,767 service requests (Facilities 905; Landscape 705; Street 2,157)

CITY FACILITIES PROJECTS

• City Hall Parking Lot Pavement Rehabilitation – Civic Center parking lot improvements, including new asphalt resurfacing, striping, and ADA ramp. • Transportation Yard – surveillance cameras installation • Mini Center Improvements – roof repairs for two (2) bungalows • Senior Center – Interior safety lights installation • Community Center – Boxing Gym Electrical Sub-Panel Installation • City Hall Improvements – septic tank pump Installation; carpet installation; new cubicle installation, council chambers remodel, conference room/chambers new door access, diesel backup generator repair; reception desk and public counter security modifications

DEPARTMENT INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS

• 2021 Hazard Mitigation Plan (Adopted December 2021) – The hazard mitigation plan recognizes potential natural hazards and considers mitigation measures to reduce the risks associated with those hazards. The plan is a tool to aid in facility and infrastructure planning and improvements and is a requirement to qualify for federal hazard mitigation grants, which is required to be updated every five years.

PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY PROJECTS • Traffic signal modification Project (Completed December 2021) – Traffic signal enhancements at the intersection of Rush Street/Peck Road ($746,982) • 2020 Street Pavement Rehabilitation – (Completed December 2021) – Repaving local residential streets including: Lashbrook, Strozier, Fawcett, Michael Hunt, Bunker, Enloe, Adson, Lorin, Granada, Lexington-Gallatin ($776,710) • Fern/Elliott Streets Rehabilitation Project – (Completed September 2021) – Street resurfacing improvements along Fern Street, between Central Avenue and Continental Avenue. Jointly Funded with the city of El Monte ($1,329,530) • Santa Anita Ave Utility Undergrounding – Replacement of overhead electric facilities with underground electric facilities have been completed along Santa Anita Avenue, between Fawcett and Tyler Avenues. Installation of 41 new decorative streetlights to be completed February 2022. Jointly funded by Southern CA Edison (Budget $1,200,000)

PARKS PROJECTS

• Civic Center Sport Court Lighting Upgrades – Replacement of lighting fixtures with new energy-efficient LED lighting. • Shively Middle School Playground Blacktop Rehabilitation – Asphalt replacement and new striping throughout the basketball courts. • Shively Park Irrigation Improvements – Consist of a new valve installation and replacement of irrigation lines throughout the park. These improvements eliminated pre-existing water leaks, which have resulted in significant savings in City resources. • Mini Day Care Center Playground Shade Structures – New canopy structures installed provide adequate shade throughout the playground area. • Mary Van Dyke Improvements – Installed three (3) drinking water fountains and (4) barbecues

• Fleet Vehicle Purchased – purchased 3 vehicles and 1 electric cart

PARKS AND RECREATION DIVISION

As the Department of Public Health of Los Angeles County loosened a number COVID-19 related restrictions in 2021, our Parks and Recreation Division was able to reinstate many of the recreational programming and special events that had to be cancelled in 2020. Our community was revitalized through their exceptional programs and events hosted in South El Monte throughout 2021. • Held fun virtual contests for residents to partake in and win prizes. • Hosted over 18 specials events, including Easter Drive Thru, 4th of July Fireworks Show Viewing, Summer Concerts, Harvest Festival, Veterans Day Ceremony, and Christmas Wish Toy Giveaway. • Provided various options for residents to stay cool during the warm summer days through the Aquatic programs. • Brought back after school programming, recreation classes and seasonal day camps. • Re-established the leisure classes and sports programs for youth: clinics, camps, t-ball, basketball and the adult basketball league. • Provided free backpacks and school supplies for our local students at our outdoor Family Movie Night event. • Worked with local nonprofit sports organizations to help them reinstate their programs in our community by permitting the use of City park fields.

SENIOR SERVICES

Our beloved seniors have been the most affected group during the pandemic. In 2021, our Senior Services Division continued to assist them through the challenging season by continuing to provide many of the supportive services implemented in 2020 as well as creating new ones. • Delivered 60,000 meals; increased weekly meals from 5 to 7. • Provided 1,673 transportation services. • Purchased new transportation dispatch software and two vehicles to better serve participants. • Hosted 10 Special Occasion Drive-Thru events at the Senior Center parking lot with an average 140 participants per event. • Conducted weekly Senior Wellness calls to ensure our seniors were well and safe. • Held outdoor programming such as Bingo and health/fitness courses to keep our seniors healthy and active. • Provided craft kits, activity books and monthly newsletters to keep our seniors busy and informed. • Opened the Senior Center for recreational programming from October to December. • Extended the partnership with Rio Hondo College for 3 additional years to provide courses: English as a Second Language, Exercise for Older Adults and Art.

SOUTH EL MONTE NEWS • FEBRUARY 2022

CITY OF SOUTH EL MONTE

RESIDENTIAL RECYCLING, ORGANICS, AND TRASH COLLECTION SERVICES Residential collection services consist of three automated carts for recycling, organics, and waste.

BLUE = RECYCLE Clean Paper

GREEN = ORGANICS Food Scraps

BLACK = WASTE Snack Wrappers, Chip Bags, Juice & Soup Boxes

Yard Trimmings Bottles & Cans Diapers & Gloves

Food & Beverage Soiled Paper Hard Plastics

Broken Ceramics, Mirrors & Toys

E-Waste, Hazardous Waste and U-Waste is not accepted in any Athens Services container and must be disposed properly. These items should be disposed of at Los Angeles County Department of Public Works sponsored collection events or at a permanent disposal facility. For additional information, call 1(888)CLEAN LA or visit LACSD.org.

QUESTIONS & SERVICE REQUESTS

For all questions and service requests, call Athens Services Customer Care Center at (888) 336-6100. Operating hours are Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Self-service options are available 24/7 by visiting AthensServices.com

SOUTH EL MONTE NEWS • FEBRUARY 2022

NEW STREET SWEEPING SCHEDULE On January 1, 2022, the City of South El Monte implemented new waste collection services to comply with the State of California regulations (SB 1383). Consequently, regular street maintenance throughout the City was affected. In order to maintain regulatory compliance with the California State Water Resources Control Board and for the benefit of the public’s health and safety, the City is required to provide clean streets for our communities. As the City has implemented new automated waste and recycling hauling services, it was necessary to coordinate and revise the street sweeping route schedule to avoid conflicts in the City’s roadways.

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The new street sweeping schedule is noted below and can be found on the City’s website at www.cityofsouthelmonte.org/317/Street-Sweeping-Schedule. Please help keep our streets clean by following the new dates and times for street sweeping.

For additional information, please call Athens Services Customer Care Center at (888) 336-6100. Operating hours are Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

SOUTH EL MONTE NEWS • FEBRUARY 2022

PARKS & RECREATION DIVISION 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

THE COMMUNITY CENTER WILL BE CLOSED ON: FEBRUARY 21 - PRESIDENTS’ DAY

VISIT OUR VIRTUAL RECREATION

City of South El Monte Community Services Department

Baby Pageant

Little Mr. & Miss South El Monte

Saturday, March 12, 2022 Check-In Time at 10:00 a.m. Pageant Begins at 11:00 a.m.

CENTER FOR: • RESOURCES • CLASSES • CONTESTS * PROGRAMS, EVENTS, & FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

Registration Now Open! Register at the South El Monte Community Center 1530 Central Ave. Monday - Friday from 1:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

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Age Groups: Under 1 Year Under 2 Years Under 3 Years Under 4 Years

Space is limited to 20 participants per age group. SEM_PARKSANDREC

Must bring proof of South El Monte residency and birth certificate of child to register. *Event subject to change or cancellation based on COVID-19 restrictions at the time of the event.

For more information, please call 626-579-2043.

SOUTH EL MONTE NEWS • FEBRUARY 2022

City of South El Monte Community Services Department

T-Ball Skills Clinic Boys and Girls Ages 4-6 March 7, 2022 - March 17, 2022 (Monday-Thursday)

4 Years Old 5 Years Old 6 Years Old

3:00 pm - 3:45 pm 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm

Registration begins February 14, 2022 Fee: $10 Space is limited due to COVID-19 health guidelines.

sem_parksandrec *Subject to change or cancellation due to COVID-19 guidelines at the time of program.

For more information, please call 626-579-2043.

Holiday Home Decorating Contest

Best Overall 9914 Alesia St. Most Animated

Most Holiday SPirit

Best Use of Lights

9936 Alesia St.

11443 Broadmead st.

10316 Schmidt Rd.

SOUTH EL MONTE NEWS • FEBRUARY 2022

LA COUNTY LIBRARY

EPIPHANY SCHOOL ANNUAL

NEW DATE SATURDAY, MAY 14, 2022 6:00 PM – 12 AM 10915 MICHAEL HUNT DR., SOUTH EL MONTE Learning starts at home, and LA County Library is excited to offer free family engagement tips, powered by ReadyRosie, a digital program that emphasizes early educational development, promotes kindergarten readiness, and helps parents turn daily activities into learning opportunities with short videos. Parents and caregivers can register to receive weekly activity ideas curated to help them connect with their children, while simultaneously helping kids get ready for school and formal learning— language learning activities help encourage early verbal and literacy skills, while math content helps teach youngsters how to count. In addition to the weekly tips, parents can access a whole database of parenting resources via ReadyRosie app, simply by signing up with an LA County Library card.

DETAILS COMING SOON! ENTERTAINMENT · DANCING · BAR · PRIZES FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL EPIPHANY SCHOOL OFFICE AT (626) 758-1094. EPIPHANYCATHOLICSCHOOL

SOUTH EL MONTE NEWS • FEBRUARY 2022

SENIOR CENTER

SENIOR SERVICES DIVISION

1556 CENTRAL AVE. • (626) 448-0131 INFORMATION LINE HOURS MONDAY – THURSDAY • 8:30 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. FRIDAY • 8:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.

THE SENIOR CENTER WILL BE CLOSED ON: FEBRUARY 21 * PRESIDENTS’ DAY

HOME-DELIVERED MEALS PROGRAM

TUESDAY - FRIDAY SUGGESTED, BUT NOT REQUIRED DONATION IS $10 PER WEEK. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED CALL (626) 448-0131 The Home Delivered Meals program provides meals to adults 60 and older who are “Safer at Home” due to COVID-19 and are unable to prepare meals for themselves. City staff delivers meals directly to the homes of seniors who reside in the City of South El Monte. There is no charge for eligible participants, but we appreciate your donation in any amount you can afford. If you are unable to donate, it will not affect your participation in our program.

TRANSPORTATION SERVICES (FREE)

Due to the surge in COVID-19 cases in Los Angeles County, the South El Monte Senior Center is closed to the public until further notice.

MONDAY-FRIDAY • 8:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE IN ADVANCE 24 HOURS WITH TRANSPORTATION DISPATCHER. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL (626) 448-0131. Transportation services are available to residents who are 60+ years of age or disabled (any age), Monday through Friday (except major holidays), from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This service transports participants within city limits and up to 15 miles outside South El Monte for medical appointments.

COVID-19

TIPS

GET VACCINATED

Visit MyTurn.ca.gov to find a vaccine near you.

GET TESTED

Find a valid Covid-19 testing site in your community. Visit COVID19.CA.GOV/GET-TESTED

UPGRADE YOUR MASK Consider Fit, Filtration and Comfort

GOOD Surgical Mask • BETTER KF94/KN95 Surgical + Cloth • BEST N95

FEEL SICK STAY HOME

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