Lynda P. Johnson

Outside counsel investigation of recall-petition allegations

The city clerk estimates the recall election would cost $300,000-$350,000, disputed by a council member's $1.14 million figure.

Water and Sewer Rates and Repeal Initiative

About $550,000-$650,000 per year from the general fund, with a $200,000 amendment this fiscal year.

Sales tax stagnation and budget outlook

A 1% sales tax could add about $19 million a year to city coffers if voters approve it; the alternative is service cuts.

Nonfunctional turf irrigation ban (AB 1572 compliance)

Homeowners changing front yards to turf or rock need a city permit.

Transparency on approved developments and demolitions

Market-rate units are expected to list between roughly $750,000 and $900,000, with HOA dues estimated at $250-$340 a month.

New Thai massage studio at 11325 183rd Street

No direct cost to residents; the business will pay standard licensing fees if the council approves.

Online permitting portal launch

Declining residential burglaries and public safety partnership

The city rents the trailer for about $36,000 a year; a second trailer and a speed radar trailer (roughly $5,000-$20,000 to buy) would be considered in the FY 2026-27 budget.

Proposed $5.7M purchase of 16550 Bloomfield Avenue

About $5.7 million paid via forgone ground-lease rent worth up to $848,000/year by the 2080s.

Iron-Wood Nine golf course outsourcing

Projected revenue increase of about $381,000 annually plus $55,000 from the maintenance fee.

Asbestos exposure from neighboring demolition

The resident reported an insurance claim of up to $300,000 related to the contamination.

Aging water wells force $1.7M in imported water purchases

About $643,000 for the repair plus roughly $196,000 (so far) in extra imported water costs.

Potential sale of the city water system

Adopting the plan itself costs nothing, but the Level 3 shortage rates in it could raise heavy water users' bills by 50% if ever triggered.

Advisory board schedule changes and mileage reimbursement

Saves about $4,000.

Allegations against former Councilmember Chang Vou regarding Florida residency

Unknown; Councilmember Tse raised questions about potential impacts on past votes, salary, and benefits if the allegations are substantiated.

March 2027 municipal election and Measure L

Elections don't cost taxpayers directly, but the outcome will dictate how the city spends your tax dollars.

Speed Humps on Residential Streets

About $7,000 for signage, already budgeted.

General Plan Update Concerns

The city has 1,868 units remaining toward its 1,908-unit state housing allocation through 2029.

Brown Act public comment commitment

About $1,600 a year in licensing plus up to $15,000 in one-time notification costs, absorbed into the budget.

T-Mobile Wireless Facility Permit Renewal at 16307 Arthur Street

Consent Calendar approval

Introduction of nonfunctional turf irrigation ordinance (AB 1572)

Q4 FY 2025-26 budget report received and amendments ratified

Advisory board meeting schedules and mileage reimbursement ordinance introduced

Strategic Plan study session set for November 30

Consent Calendar

Approval of Minutes

Approval of September 28, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes

Approval of September 30, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes

Register of Demands dated October 12, 2026

Motion to reconsider the Resolution No. 2026-44 vote

Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-44 and Report of Effect by November 12, 2026

Motion to excuse Vice Chair Chauhan's absence

Approval of September 2, 2026 meeting minutes

Precise Plan 2026-8 — 17909 Point Arguello Place

Precise Plan 2026-9 — 18413 Maria Place

Appointment of Joaquim Ro to SELACO Workforce Development Board

Consent Calendar (Items 7A.1–7P, excluding pulled items)

7B.3 — Budget and Audit Compliance Report continued to October 26

7B.4 — FY 2026-27 Budget Amendments for imported water ($1,743,686)

approve the Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 1:00 p.m. City Council Special Meeting Minutes (COUNCIL).

1. Waive full reading of and adopt, Resolution No. 2026-44, RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL ACCEPTING THE CERTIFICATE OF SUFFICIENCY OF A CERRITOS VOTER INITIATED PETITION ENTITLED "INITIATIVE

1. Waive full reading of and adopt, Resolution No. 2026-44, RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL ACCEPTING THE CERTIFICATE OF SUFFICIENCY OF A CERRITOS VOTER INITIATED PETITION ENTITLED "INITIATIVE

approve the Monday, September 28, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY).

reconsider the motion and vote taken just prior to this action, as stated above, related to accepting the sufficiency of a voter initiated petition and direction to staff to present a “Report of Effec

approve the Register of Demands as follows: City of Cerritos October 12, 2026 $ 12,891,269.53 (COUNCIL)

Approval of September 28, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes

Approval of September 30, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes

Register of Demands dated October 12, 2026

Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-44 and direction for Report of Effect (initial vote, later reconsidered)

Opposed the November 9 deadline; preferred allowing staff the full 30 days.

Motion to reconsider the Resolution No. 2026-44 vote

Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-44 and Report of Effect by November 12, 2026

1. Award a contract to Global Power Group, Inc., for Generator and Related Hardware Services for the City of Cerritos, for a two (2) year term, up to three (3) one-year extensions in the amount of $15

approve the Monday, August 24, 2026, 6:00 p.m. City Council Special Meeting Minutes (COUNCIL).

1. Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1063, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS APPROVING DEVELOPMENT MAP AMENDMENT 2026-2, A REQUEST TO AMEND THE CERRITOS DEVELOPMENT MAP BY CHANGING THE

waive full reading of and introduce Ordinance No. 1064, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS AMENDING CHAPTER 10.04, SPEED LIMITS, OF THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS ON

Approve Mayor Johnson’s recommendation for confirmation of the Filipino American (Fil-Am) Chamber of Commerce’s nomination for service appointment, as listed below: Appointment Name Term Joachim Ro So

approve all items listed under the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Items 7B.3, 7B.4, 7C, and 7O, which will be pulled from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AG

1. Cancel the Monday, January 11, 2027, 7 p.m. Council/Agency Regular Meeting due to a date conflict with the CA Contract Cities Association - Sacramento Legislative Tour conference scheduled for Sund

approve the Monday, August 24, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY).

approve the Register of Demands as follows: City of Cerritos September 28, 2026 $ 7,811,736.83 (COUNCIL)

1. Waive full reading of and adopt waive full reading of and adopt waive full reading of and adopt Resolution No. 2026-41, A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL SETTING PRIORITIES FOR FILING OF WR

authorize the City Manager and/or City Clerk/Elections Official to enter into the necessary agreements for elections equipment, materials, supplies, and services, required to conduct the election as a

approve City Council/Successor Agency Treasurer’s reports for the period ending June 30, 2026 (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY).

continue consideration of the informational Budget and Audit Compliance Report and ratification of Budget Amendments from the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2025-26 to the October 26, 2026, 7:00 p.m. C

waive full reading of and adopt Resolution No. 2026-37, A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL CALLING FOR A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 2, 2027, FOR THE ELECTION OF CER

authorize administrative-initiated Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 budget amendments in accordance with Joint Budget Resolution No. 2026-20/No. CSA 2025-01, the Strategic Financial Plan, and the Budget Prepa

1. Eliminate auto allowance stipends issued to Commissions and Committee members (Parks and Recreation, Planning, and Property Preservation Commissions) and present resolutions at a future publicly no

1. Conditionally authorize the production, printing, and delivery of the Cerritos Community Calendar, if the City Manager determines such action is feasible given schedule constraints; and 2. Authoriz

authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the document(s) to facilitate, acknowledge, and consent to the transfer of the Ground Lessee interest in the Cerritos Towne Center office buildings

1. Award a professional services contract to California Aquarium Consultants for the maintenance of the City’s aquariums, RFP No. 1572-26, with a term of thirty-six (36) months, and up to three (3) tw

1. Award a contract to Norwalk-La Mirada Plumbing & Heating Co., Inc. for On-Call Annual Plumbing Maintenance for the City of Cerritos, RFP No. 1573-26, with a two (2) year term, and up to three (3) o

1. Award a cooperative agreement to Precision Concrete Cutting, Inc. for on-call concrete slicing services, for a two (2) year term, and up to three (3) one-year extensions, with a not-to-exceed-amoun

1. Approve the Cooperative Agreement between the Cities of Buena Park, Cerritos, and La Palma for the Valley View Rehabilitation Project, Project No. CIP 27304; 2. Authorize the City Manager to execut

1. Award a contract to Robertson Recreational Surfaces for the replacement of playground surfacing at Brookhaven Park, in the amount of $80,969, under OMNIA Partners Contract No. R230202 (cooperative

1. Award a cooperative agreement to Waterline Technologies, Inc. for the supply and delivery of sodium hypochlorite for the City of Cerritos, in the amount of $110,000 annually for a period of five (5

1. Award a piggyback contract to S & J Supply Co., Inc. for water distribution parts and related supplies for the City of Cerritos, in the amount of $95,000 annually for a period of three (3) years, p

1. Approve a change order in the amount of $129,866 to Excel Paving Company for Metro Intersection (Hot Spots), Project No. 19301, Bid No. 1543-24, increasing the contract amount from $1,198,614 to $1

waive full reading of and adopt Resolution No. 2026-32, A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL APPROVING AND ATTESTING TO THE VERACITY OF THE 2025 POWER SOURCE DISCLOSURE ANNUAL REPORT TO THE CALIF

1. Waive full reading of and adopt Resolution No. 2026-33, A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL AMENDING THE CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZED SPOKESPERSON POLICY, POLICY NO. 6.01 (COUNCIL); and 2

1. Approve Temporary Use Permit 2026-24 to the Cerritos Community College District for the continued operation of a temporary automobile storage facility on a portion of the Cerritos College campus fo

waive full reading of and adopt Resolution No. 2026-38, A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATE'S STATEMENTS SUBMITTED

waive full reading of and introduce Resolution No. 2026-43, A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS (COUNCIL).

waive full reading of and adopt Resolution No. 2026-36, A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2026-3, A REQUEST BY THE THAI MASSAGE STUDIO LLC, TO PERMIT A MASSAGE

direct staff to present, for City Council review and consideration at a future publicly noticed meeting, an agenda report inclusive of any proposed amendments to the Cerritos Municipal Code and any ne

direct the City Manager to present an agenda report at a future publicly noticed meeting to the City Council regarding food vending options at the Cerritos Iron-Wood Nine Golf Course (COUNCIL).

1. Approve the proposed increases to the Cerritos Iron-Wood Nine Golf Course fee schedules inclusive of a $1.00 maintenance fee for each round of golf as listed in Exhibit 2 of the agenda report assoc

authorize a budget amendment, reduction of $1,209,000, in the Election Expense (Account 110141-61160 reduced to a total expenditure amount of $996,000) (COUNCIL).

direct the City Clerk/Elections Official to operate one (1) “in-person voting experience” location at City Hall, during the 29-day voting period for the Tuesday, March 2, 2027 Cerritos General Municip

direct the City Clerk/Elections Official to operate one (1) “in-person voting experience” location at City Hall during the 29-day voting period, and two (2) “in-person voting experience” locations, at