Meeting Summary
Present: Bean, Ng, Lewis, DeRuiz, Otero
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At a glance
Down Syndrome Awareness Month Proclamation
- The Mayor read a proclamation designating October 2026 as Down Syndrome Awareness Month.
- Lincoln Rodriguez and his family were invited to receive the proclamation.
- Mr. Rodriguez thanked the city for its inclusive practices.
Red Ribbon Week Proclamation
- The Mayor read a proclamation designating October 23–31, 2026, as Red Ribbon Week.
- Safety Education Officer Destiny Alvarez accepted the proclamation and described upcoming educational activities.
- The proclamation emphasized the city’s commitment to drug-free lifestyles.
Employee Recognition Service
- The City Manager presented a 30-year service pin and Certificate of Appreciation to Public Works Director Marlon Munoz.
- The City Manager outlined Munoz’s career history, noting his start as an intern in 1996.
- Munoz thanked the council, staff, and his family for their support.
City Council Reports and Announcements
- Council members reported on legislative wins, community events, and attendance at various association meetings.
- The Theater Director provided updates on current ticket sales and upcoming productions.
- Staff members congratulated Marlon Munoz on his 30 years of service.
Closed Session
- The council moved into a closed session.
- Upon returning, the council stated there was nothing to report from the closed session.
Full summary
Item 5.1: Proclamation for Down Syndrome Awareness Month
- The Mayor read a proclamation designating October 2026 as Down Syndrome Awareness Month in the City of La Mirada. The proclamation cited statistics regarding births with Down syndrome, described the genetic condition, and highlighted the goal of spreading awareness and celebrating the abilities of individuals with Down syndrome. Lincoln Rodriguez and his family were invited to receive the proclamation. Mr. Rodriguez thanked the city for its inclusive practices. No formal motion or vote was recorded in the transcript for this item.
Item 5.2: Proclamation for Red Ribbon Week
- The Mayor read a proclamation designating October 23–31, 2026, as Red Ribbon Week. The proclamation emphasized the city’s commitment to drug-free lifestyles and encouraged participation in prevention activities. Destiny Alvarez, the Safety Education Officer, accepted the proclamation and described upcoming educational activities, including school assemblies and interactive sessions with students. No formal motion or vote was recorded in the transcript for this item.
Item 5.3: Employee Recognition Service
- The City Manager presented a 30-year service pin and a Certificate of Appreciation to Marlon Munoz, Public Works Director. The City Manager outlined Munoz’s career history, noting he began as a part-time intern in 1996 and advanced through various administrative and management roles before becoming Public Works Director in July 2026. Munoz thanked the council, staff, and his family for their support. No formal motion or vote was recorded in the transcript for this item.
Public Comment
- One speaker, Ethan Hall, addressed the council regarding a proposal to improve the landscaping at the front of City Hall. Hall recommended removing specific eucalyptus trees and privet hedges due to maintenance issues, non-native status, and the presence of the dotted parpassine leaf beetle. He proposed replacing them with western redbud trees, Spartan Juniper, and a deodar cedar to improve curb appeal, increase drought tolerance, and enhance the city’s Tree City USA standing. Hall provided AI renderings and offered to provide further clarification. No other public comments were received.
Item 7: Consent Calendar
- A motion was made to approve items 7.1 through 7.10 on the consent calendar. A second was provided. During the discussion, a council member requested clarification on item 7.10 regarding a GIS contract. Staff explained that the contract is for a software subscription to generate an address database and integrate data, distinct from previous professional service agreements for staff development. The motion was put to a vote. The item passed.
Item 8: City Council Reports and Announcements
- Council members and staff provided reports on recent activities and upcoming events:
- Council Member Bean: Acknowledged Marlon Munoz’s service and Officer Alvarez’s Red Ribbon Week efforts. Reported on attendance at the California Contract Cities Association strategic planning meeting and the League of California Cities luncheon. Noted legislative wins including AB 2296 (local control), AB 1941 (copper wire theft), and AB 1588 (speed parameters). Mentioned breast cancer awareness initiatives.
- Council Member Ng: Congratulated Munoz and thanked staff for social media updates.
- Council Member Lewis: Reported on attendance at the Sheriff’s 100th anniversary event, the opening of a new Crunch Burger location, a Chamber of Commerce meeting, Coffee with a Cop, and Relay For Life. Congratulated Munoz on his 30 years of service.
- Mayor Pro Tem DeRuiz: Reported on attendance at the Sanitation District and I-5 consortium meetings, the Crunch Burger opening, and congratulated Munoz.
- Mayor Otero: Reported on attendance at the Cal Cities Conference (noting a session on e-bike safety data), Gateway Cities Breakfast, Coffee with a Cop, a Rotary Club meeting, the Sheriff’s 100th anniversary, a meeting with Biola student government, a street takeover briefing, and a meeting with the Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District regarding a potential land lease for field usage. Mentioned an upcoming meeting with E-Bell.
- City Manager: No announcements.
- Theater Director: Reported on ticket sales for Hairspray and Les Misérables, the closing of Little Shop of Horrors, and upcoming events including a Dia de los Muertos celebration, Boingo Boingo, and rehearsals for Dear Evan Hansen.
- City Attorney: Congratulated Marlon Munoz on his 30 years of service.
Item 11: Closed Session
- The council moved into a closed session. Upon returning, the council stated there was nothing to report from the closed session. The meeting was adjourned.