SOUTH EL MONTE GEARS UP FOR ANNUAL 5K TURKEY DASH & 1K TROT
The City of South El Monte Community Services Department invites residents and visitors to lace up their running shoes for the annual 5K Turkey Dash & 1K Trot on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at South El Monte City Hall,1415 Santa Anita Ave.
The fun begins with the 1K race at 8:30 a.m., followed by the 5K race at 9:30 a.m. This family-friendly event encourages runners, joggers, and walkers of all ages to get active and celebrate the season in a spirited community atmosphere. Participants can enjoy a morning filled with fitness, fun, and friendly competition.
Registration is now open online at https://register.chronotrack.com/r/87818 or in person at the South El Monte Community Center (1530 Central Ave.), Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Registration fees are $5 for residents and $10 for non-residents (proof of residency required for the discounted rate).
For more information, email rec@soelmonte.org or call 626-579-2043. Don’t miss your chance to dash into the holidays with your community at this year’s Turkey Dash & Trot!
SOUTH EL MONTE CITY COUNCIL
MAYOR GLORIA OLMOS
MAYOR PRO TEM HECTOR DELGADO
COUNCILMEMBER MANUEL ACOSTA
COUNCILMEMBER RUDY BOJORQUEZ
COUNCILMEMBER LARRY RODRIGUEZ
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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
November 4 & 18
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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
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR GERARDO MARQUEZ
CITY COMMISSION MEETINGS
ADVANCEMENT OF WOMEN/GIRLSMeets Quarterly / Upcoming Meeting
COMMUNITY SERVICES - Meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 P.M.
HOMELESS – Meets on the second Wednesday 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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VETERANS DAY
ALL CITY FACILITIES WILL BE CLOSED ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2025 IN OBSERVANCE OF VETERANS DAY
STREET SWEEPING AND TRASH COLLECTION SERVICES WILL NOT BE AFFECTED
THANKSGIVING DAY
ALL CITY FACILITIES WILL BE CLOSED ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2025 IN OBSERVANCE OF THANKSGIVING DAY.
STREET SWEEPING AND TRASH COLLECTION SERVICES WILL BE CANCELLED FOR THE DAY
Certificate of Recognition presented to Sil Ruiz, South El Monte Librarian, for her dedication and exemplary service to South El Monte residents and the community.
Certificate of Recognition presented to the Vietnamese Alliance Christian Church of San Gabriel Valley for their 50th Anniversary.
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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
LAHSA (LOS ANGELES HOMELESS SERVICES AUTHORITY) MAKE A HOMELESS OUTREACH REQUEST AT LA-HOP.ORG OR DIAL 211
Residents of South El Monte
FREE COMPOST EVENT
Athens’ compost is a blend of organics material including a mix of green waste, wood waste, and food scraps.* Our compost is OMRI Listed® and licensed by the California Department of Food and Agriculture. *May contain small particles of glass. Saturday, November 8,
SOUTH EL MONTE RESIDENTS ONLY (ID OR BILL REQUIRED)
BRING SHOVELS, DOLLY, AND STURDY CONTAINERS (SELF-SERVICE EVENT)
NO PLASTIC BAGS ALLOWED
DRIVE UP ONLY (NO WALK-UPS)
Smarty Pants Storytime
Residentes de South El Monte
ABONO GRATIS
Sábado 8 de noviembre de 2025 8:00 am a 12:00 pm 14
El abono de Athens es una mezcla de material orgánico que incluye una combinación de desecho verde, desperdicios de madera, y restos de comida.* Nuestro abono esta designado como “OMRI Listed®” lo que significa que es certificado como producto que se puede usar como insumo en agricultura y procesamiento orgánico y autorizada por el Departamento de Alimentos y Agricultura de California.*Puede contener pequeñas partículas de vidrio
SOLO PARA RESIDENTES DE SOUTH EL MONTE (SE REQUIERE IDENTIFICACIÓN O RECIBO DE PAGOS)
TRAIGA SU PROPIA PALA, TARIMA CON RUEDAS, Y CONTENEDORES RESISTENTES (EVENTO DE AUTOSERVICIO)
NO SE PERMITEN BOLSAS DE PLÁSTICO
ENTRADA SOLO POR VEHÍCULO (NO ENTRE A PIE)
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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.
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KINDER - 8 GRADE TH DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 2 | 8:00 AM - 5:30 (NO CAMP ON 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, & 1/1)
Resident: Beginning November 3, 2025
Fee: $60 per child (Sibling Discount Available)
Non-Resident: Beginning November 24, 2025
Fee: $100 per child
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NOVEMBER 19/25: Tristeza Navideña
10:00 AM -11:00 AM
South El Monte Senior Center
1556 Central Ave, South El Monte CA 917
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