SOUTH EL MONTE NEWS
CITY FACILITIES EXCEPT FOR AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM SITES WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2025 IN OBSERVANCE OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY (FORMERLY COLUMBUS DAY).
SWEEPING AND TRASH COLLECTION WILL NOT BE AFFECTED.
SOUTH EL MONTE WELCOMES ACTIVE STREETS ’CORAZÓN DEL VALLE’
On Sunday, November 2, 2025, South El Monte will be at the center of an exciting community celebration as Active Streets “Corazón del Valle” returns to the San Gabriel Valley. From 9 AM to 3 PM, five miles of streets in South El Monte and neighboring El Monte will be closed to cars and opened for people of all ages to walk, bike, skate, scoot, dance, run, and play.
The route highlights South El Monte’s vibrant community, connecting participants to the South El Monte Civic Center, local parks, Garvey Avenue businesses, and the Jeff Seymour Family Center — home of ActiveSGV and the El Monte Bike Park. Families and visitors will enjoy the opportunity to explore the city in a safe, car-free environment while celebrating its lively culture and local destinations.
“The return of open streets is a powerful way to bring our communities together,” said Marisa Creter, Executive Director of the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG). “South El Monte is proud to showcase its parks, civic center, and neighborhoods while promoting healthy living and active transportation.”
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
October 7 & 21
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
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR GERARDO MARQUEZ
CITY COMMISSION MEETINGS
ADVANCEMENT OF WOMEN/GIRLSMeets Quarterly / Upcoming Meeting October 15
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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CITY COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
Certificates of Recognition presented to the South El Monte High School Internship participants for successfully completing the 9-week internship program. (Left)
Certificates of Recognition presented to Mr. Alan Izadi and Mrs. Julia Panasiti, Hot and Cold Plumbing Inc., for being leaders in the community and for their outstanding generosity to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department during some emergencies. (Right)
Certificates of Recognition presented to El Paisano Restaurant for their 33 years of business in the City. (Left)
Certificates of Recognition “Hero Award” presented to Emely Gomez, Manuel Acosta, Tammy Ann Acosta, and Alexis Acosta. (Right)
S O U T H E L M O N T E L I B R A R Y O C T O B E R E V E N T S S O U T H E L M O N T E L I B R A R Y O C T O B E R E V E N T S
1430 N. CENTRAL AVE. 626-443-4158
1430 N. CENTRAL AVE. 626-443-4158
FOR CHILDREN
SMARTY PANTS STORYTIME*
SUNDAY & MONDAY : CLOSED
SUNDAY & MONDAY : CLOSED
TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY : 12 PM - 8 PM
TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY : 12 PM - 8 PM
THURSDAY - SATURDAY : 10 AM - 6 PM
THURSDAY - SATURDAY : 10 AM - 6 PM
FOR TEENS
ADULT 101: BUDGETING
FRIDAYS, OCTOBER 17, 24, & 31 | 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
Please join us after Storytime for a Parent Cafe, an opportunity to chat with other caregivers and gather parenting tips from a Positive Parenting Program accredited librarian: 10/31
BILINGUAL BEGINNING READERS BOOK CLUB
THURSDAY, OCOTBER 9 | 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Let’s read together! This book club is for children who are beginning to read, want to practice reading aloud, and improve their reading comprehension skills Children will read in both, English and Spanish, followed by a fun art activity Books will be provided at the program For ages 4 - 12 with a parent or caregiver
TODDLER ART*
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11 | 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Explore early learning skills, pre-writing, imagination, and problem solving with your child through free-form art activities For ages 1-3 with parent or caregiver
BOOK CHARACTER DECORATING
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25 | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Get crafty and show off your love for reading on a round, orange canvas! Grab your paints, glue, googly eyes, and imagination and create a charming (or spooky!) version of your favorite book character For ages 5-12 with a parent or 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
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Learn all about budgets How they work, how to create one, and how to manage your financial future! Then paint your very own piggy bank to take home For ages 12-17
FOR ADULTS
COLORING FOR ADULTS
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 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
AUTUMN TREE PAINTING
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Unleash your creativity and create your own masterpieces with acrylic paints! All materials will be provided For adults
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 YARD
COMMUNITY CENTER
SENIOR CENTER
SHERIFF’S TEMPLE
HOMELESS RESOURCES
(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
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)
Residentes de South El Monte
ABONO GRATIS
Sábado 8 de noviembre de 2025 8:00 am a 12:00 pm
1459 Santa Anita Ave.
South El Monte, CA 91733
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)
CANTIDADES LIMITADAS (LÍMITE DE 30 GALONES DURANTE LA PRIMERA HORA)
NO SE PERMITE CONTENEDORES MÁS GRANDES DE 32 GALONES POR MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD Y MANEJO DEL PESO
SE RECOMIENDA USAR GUANTES Y PROTECCIÓN PARA LOS OJOS
La participación en este evento y todos los artículos recibidos son bajo su propio riesgo. Es la responsabilidad del asistente al evento observar seguridad durante levantamientos y tomar medidas de protección para protegerse de lesiones u otras perdidas.
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
• 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.
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SENIOR SERVICES
SENIOR CENTER
1556 CENTRAL AVE. • (626) 448-0131
MONDAY-FRIDAY
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
The City of South El Monte has teamed up with Human Services Association (HSA) to offer Care Management Services to our senior residents HSA will deliver professional social work assistance to senior residents of South El Monte at no cost.
EVERY FIRST & THIRD THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH.
Meeting will take place every other Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the South El Monte Senior Center 1556 Central Ave, South El Monte, CA. CITY OF
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B a s e d o n t h e i n d i v i d u a l i z e d c a r e p l a n ,
t h e s o c i a l w o r k e r w i l l c o n t a c t
a p p r o p r i a t e p r o g r a m s T h e s o c i a l w o r k e r w i l l a c t a s a d v o
3L CLUB • OCTOBER: 2, 14, 16, 28
1:00 P.M. - 3:30 P.M.
CLUB LATINO • OCTOBER: 7, 9, 21, 23
1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.
*Subject to change. Visit the Senior Services webpage for updates.
SENIOR PROM KING AND QUEEN CHARLES BRUNO AND JUANITA ZARAGOSA
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
South El Monte Senior Center
1556 Central Avenue, South El Monte At 1:00 pm
Está invitado a participar en un os talleres gratuitos, educativos e informativos para aprender sobre la salud mental y el bienestar a cargo del Programa de Promotores de Salud Mental Unidos del Condado de Los Ángeles.
South El Monte Senior Center
1556 Central Avenue South El Monte, CA 91733
Hora: 10:00 am
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10/15/2025 – Resiliency
10/22/2025 – Bullying
10/29/2025 – Late Life Transitions
10/01/25 – Transiciones en la Vejez
10/08/25 – Descubra su Pasión
10/15/25 – Inteligencia Emocional 10/22/25 – Acoso/Bullying
10/29/25 - Resiliencia
