South El Monte News

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STREET SWEEPING AND TRASH COLLECTION SERVICES WILL BE CANCELLED FOR THE

AFFORDABLE HOMEOWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY - STARLITE IN SOUTH EL MONTE -

The City of South El Monte is offering 21 affordable for-sale homes within the Starlite development, ranging from 1,348 to 1,923 sq. ft., with 2 to 4 bedrooms and 2.5 to 3.5 bathrooms. These homes are available to very low-, low-, and moderate-income homebuyers.

Housing Lottery & Selection Process

Interested buyers will be entered into a randomized lottery for a chance to participate. As spots open on the priority list, participants will be contacted and given two business days to confirm interest and begin the prequalification process. Those who choose not to proceed will be removed from the list.

Homebuyer Requirements

• Must not own a home at the time of escrow closing

• Must meet income eligibility (see chart)

• Must complete prequalification within 7 days of receiving instructions

• Must attend a HUD- or National Reinvestment Corporation-certified homebuyer education class before closing.

SOUTH EL MONTE CITY COUNCIL

MAYOR GLORIA OLMOS

MAYOR PRO TEM HECTOR DELGADO

COUNCILMEMBER MANUEL ACOSTA

COUNCILMEMBER RUDY BOJORQUEZ

COUNCILMEMBER LARRY RODRIGUEZ

CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS

The City Council holds regular meeting on the first and third Tuesdays of every month. Regular meetings start at 6:00 P.M.

Questions or Assistance

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

UPCOMING MEETINGS

No meetings in August

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 SERVICES DIRECTOR

ARIANA DE LA CRUZ

FINANCE DIRECTOR

MASAMI HIGA

HUMAN RESOURCES & RISK MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR

IYOB TESSEMA

PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR

DANILO BATSON

INTERIM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

GERARDO MARQUEZ

CITY COMMISSION MEETINGS

ADVANCEMENT OF WOMEN/GIRLSMeets Quarterly / Upcoming Meeting October 15

COMMUNITY SERVICESMeets on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 P.M.

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

PLANNING - Meets on the fourth 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 COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS

Certificate of Recognition for long-time South El Monte resident, Ms. Esther De La Rosa, on her 100th Centennial Birthday!

Proclamation declaring the Month of July 2025 as Parks Make Life Better Month.

Certificates of Recognition presented to recipients of the 2025 State of the City $100 Scholarships from Epiphany Catholic School, Miramonte Elementary School, and Monte Vista School.

A U G U S T

E V E N T S A U G U S T E V E N T S

FOR CHILDREN

SMARTY PANTS STORYTIME*

FRIDAYS, AUGUST 1, 22, & 29 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 – 5 with an adult caregiver.

BACK TO SCHOOL

SATURDAY, AUGUST 9, 10:30 AM - 12 PM

Need help with your child’s homework? Learn about LA County Library’s digital resources for students that are free to access with your library card. Participants will also learn about the Friends of the South El Monte Library group and enjoy a fun art activity. For ages 4-12 with an adult caregiver.

FUN WITH YARN CLUB!

SATURDAY, AUGUST 23 , 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

This club invites you to work on personal yarn projects and make a finger knitting butterfly or snake. Supplies like yarn and knitting needles are available. For ages 5-12 with an adult caregiver.

BABY STORYTIME*

TUESDAY, AUGUST 26, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Come enjoy bonding with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books. For babies up to 18 months with an adult caregiver

*This program is part of Smart Start at the Library, LA County Library's collection of programs and services for early learners ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers.

SOUTH EL MONTE LIBRARY 1430 N. CENTRAL AVE.

SUNDAY & MONDAY : CLOSED

TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY : 12 PM - 8 PM

THURSDAY - SATURDAY : 10 AM - 6 PM

FOR TEENS

ADULT 101: SPEAK UP!

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2 PM - 3 PM

Gain critical public speaking skills without standing in front of a large audience. For ages 12-17.

FOR ADULTS

COLORING FOR ADULTS

THURSDAY, AUGUST 28, 10 AM - 11 AM

Did you know coloring can be an effective way to relieve stress? Visit us and rediscover the simple relaxation and joy of coloring. All materials will be provided.

Attendance is limited and advance registration is required

To sign up, see library staff or register at Visit LACountyLibrary org/Events

For more information, please call the South El Monte Library at 626-443-4158

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 COMPANY (800) 427-2000

SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER COMPANY (626) 448-6183

SPECTRUM (888) 369-2808

CITY HALL

CITY YARD

COMMUNITY CENTER

SENIOR CENTER

SHERIFF’S TEMPLE STATION

LAS TUNAS

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

HOMELESS RESOURCES

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

S A T U R D A Y , S E P T E M B E R 2 7 , 2 0 2 5

C H E C K - I N : 1 0 A M - 1 1 A M | P R O G R A M : 1 1 A M - 1 2 : 3 0 P M S O U T H E L M O N T E C O M M U N I T Y C E N T E R 1 5 3 0 C E N T R A L A V E . S O U T H E L M O N T E , C A 9 1 7 3 3

E p o e r i n g o e n i s o t j u s t a g o a l ; i t i s a o e e t t h a t c o n t i n u e s t o g a i n m o m e n t u m g l o b a l l y .

E m p o w e r i n g w o m e n i s n o t j u s t a g o a l ; i t i s a m o v e m e n t t h a t c o n t i n u e s t o g a i n m o m e n t u m g l o b a l l y .

I n s u p p o r t o f t h i s i n s p i r i n g c a u s e , t h e C i t y o f S o u t h E l

M o n t e ’ s W o m e n & G i r l s E m p o w e r m e n t B r u n c h i s s e t t o

c r e a t e w a v e s o f c h a n g e , c e l e b r a t e a c h i e v e m e n t s , a n d

f o s t e r u n i t y a m o n g w o m e n f r o m d i v e r s e b a c k g r o u n d s .

I n s u p p o r t o f t h i s i n s p i r i n g c a u s e , t h e C i t y o f S o u t h E l M o t e ’ s W o e & G i r l s E p o w e r e n t B r u c h i s s e t t o c r e a t e w a v e s o f c h a n g e , c e e r a t e a c h i e v e m e n t s , a n f o s t e r u n i t y a m o n g w o m e n f r o m d i v e r s e b a c k r o u n d s .

BRUNCH AND GIVEAWAYS TO ALL IN ATTENDANCE!

PARKS & RECREATION

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.

SOUTH E L MONTE

Residents: September 2, 2025 - October 17, 2025

Fee: $60 per participant (Sibling Discount Available)

Non-Residents: September 15, 2025 - October 17, 2025

Fee: $90 per participant

RECREATION SWIM

$1.50 FOR ADULTS

$1.00 FOR AGES 17 & UNDER

SENIOR WATER AEROBICS (AGES 55+)

MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, AND FRIDAYS

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM FREE!

LAP SWIM (AGES 14+)

MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, AND FRIDAYS 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM $1.00 PER PERSON

AQUA FITNESS (AGES 16+) Mondays & Wednesdays 7:15 PM - 8:00 PM Free!

AQUA FITNESS (AGES 16+)

MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, AND FRIDAYS 7:15 PM - 8:00 PM FREE!

SWIMMING LESSONS

EVENING SWIMMING LESSONS ONLY 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Youth and adult lessons are offered

Monday - Friday All classes are 30 minutes long for two weeks

Swimmers may enroll only during registration dates

Morning Class Sessions: 9 AM - 12 PM

Afternoon Class Sessions: 4 PM - 7 PM

*Class schedule subject to change

Parent & Me: 4 years old and younger

Pre-School: 4-5 years old

Levels 1-4: 5-15 years old

Adult: 15 years and older

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Residents: $30, $20 2 sibling, $15 3 sibling nd rd

Non-Residents: $60 per person

Registration information for swimming lessons is available online at cityofsouthelmonte org/222/Aquatic S P L A S H I N T O S U M M E R S W I M L E S S O N S

D I Y C l a y M a g n e t s

T u e s d a y 9 / 9

5 : 3 0 P M - 6 : 3 0 P M

F a l l D o o r D e c o r

T u e s d a y 9 / 1 6

5 : 3 0 P M - 6 : 3 0 P M

P a i n t & S i p

T u e s d a y 9 / 2 3

5 : 3 0 P M - 6 : 3 0 P M

R e g i s t r a t i o n I n f o r m a t i o n

V i s i t h t t p s : / / b i t . l y / S e m R e c

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R e s i d e n t s : B e g i n n i n g A u g u s t 1 8 , 2 0 2 5

N o n - R e s i d e n t s : B e g i n n i n g A u g u s t 2 5 , 2 0 2 5

SENIOR SERVICES DIVISION

The Senior Services Division provides community based senior programs to enhance the quality of life, independence, and well-being of South El Monte citizens age 55 and older.

SENIOR CENTER

1556 CENTRAL AVE. • (626) 448-0131

MONDAY-FRIDAY • 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. CLOSED ON MAJOR HOLIDAYS

• NUTRITION PROGRAM (AGES 60+)

• TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

• SOCIAL WORKER

• SOCIAL/EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

• HEALTH/WELLNESS PROGRAMS

• EXCURSIONS

*Programs and events are subject to change, rescheduling or cancellation without notice. Must be registered at the Senior Center to participate in any programming and events.

Scan QR Code for Senior Services Webpage.

REGISTRATION DAYS AND HOURS FOR NEW/RENEWAL SENIOR CENTER PARTICIPANTS: MONDAY – FRIDAY

8:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. & 2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.

CLUB MEETINGS & CASH BINGO

3L CLUB • AUGUST: 5, 7, 19, 21

1:00 P.M. - 3:30 P.M.

CLUB LATINO • AUGUST: 12, 14, 26, 28

1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.

*Subject to change. Visit the Senior Services webpage for updates.

Rack em up!

Our Senior Center Pool Tournament was a hit!

Thank you to everyone who participated and cheered on the players!

THIRD PLACE: Esteban Cortez

SECOND PLACE: Pedro Salazar

FIRST PLACE: Jesus Ibarra

$3 00 Suggested Voluntary Meal Contribution for Seniors (60+) A $7 00 Fee for Non-Seniors (59 and under) Meals are Available on a First-Come, First Served Basis CITY OF

MORE INFORMATION, CALL 626-448-0131. LUNCH

South El Monte Senior Center 1556 Central Avenue

South El Monte

Time: 1:00 pm

• August 13, 2025- Health, Wellness and Wholeness.

• August 27, 2025- Depression and Anxiety

You’re invited to participate in a series of free, educational, and informative workshops to learn about mental health and wellness by the Los Angeles County United Mental Health Promoters Program. For more information contact: 626-448-0131

“Salud

Mental y Estigma

Vivir con Salud, Bienestar y Plenitud

Está invitado a participar e n talleres gratuito, educativo e informativo, para aprender sobre salud y bienestar mental organizado por el Programa Unido de Promotores de Salud Mental del Condado de Los Ángeles