City Council Meeting

MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CERRITOS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY HELD MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2026, 7:00 PM, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER AT CERRITOS CITY HALL, 18125 BLOOMFIELD AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA. 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Invocation The invocation was given by Chaplain Joseph Torres, Calvary Chapel Artesia. 3. Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Carver Academy Student Council. 4. Roll Call The following members of the City Council/Successor Agency were in attendance: Council/Agency Member Jennifer Hong Council/Agency Member Mark E. Pulido Council/Agency Member Sophia M. Tse Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Lynda P. Johnson Mayor/Chair Frank Aurelio Yokoyama 5. Presentations/Appointments 5A. Presentations A proclamation was made by the City Council honoring: Rogan Girard (City Employee Retirement). 5B. Informational report providing a status update on water and sewer infrastructure, including an emergency repair of the C-4 well and purchase of imported water (COUNCIL). A staff report was given by Alvin Papa, Director of Public Works/City Engineer. A PowerPoint presentation was displayed. The Mayor opened the public comments period. Case van der Linden expressed concern regarding the City’s water and sewer infrastructure, regular maintenance schedules, and methods of reporting. Steve Stallings in opposition to proposed water and sewer rate adjustments as presented in the City’s Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Water and Sewer Rate Adjustment.

City of Cerritos Monday, January 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Page 2 of 15 5. Presentations/Appointments 5B. (continued) Kurtis Forsythe expressed concern regarding his recent interactions and meetings with City officials and Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department personnel, related to the City’s proposed water and sewer rate adjustments. He also submitted documents for the official record. (Documents submitted to the City Council at a public meeting are considered public record. Public requests for copies of the full-text redacted written correspondence can be made during regular business hours to the Office of the City Clerk.) Benjamin Ao spoke in support of the proposed water and sewer rate adjustments as presented in the City’s Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Water and Sewer Rate Adjustment but requested alternate considerations with regard to the schedule and amount of increase. Karen Wilson expressed concern regarding potential mail tampering and placement of protest forms by private individuals into private mailboxes. The following individuals spoke in opposition to proposed water and sewer rate adjustments as presented in the City’s Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Water and Sewer Rate Adjustment: Robert Shavelle Charlie Joslin Daisy Lagasca The following individuals spoke in support of proposed water and sewer rate adjustments as presented in the City’s Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Water and Sewer Rate Adjustment: Eder Rabanales Al Barlevy Catherine Pascual Deborah Berry Cynthia Nava, City Clerk, announced that prior to the meeting, the City Council received full-text, unredacted copies of the four (4) written comments submitted for Item 5B, by the deadline listed on the agenda and for inclusion in the official record. Requests for copies of the written comments submitted for this meeting can be made during regular business hours to the Office of the City Clerk. Seeing no further speakers, the Mayor declared the public comments period closed. There was no action taken on this item. (minutes continue on the next page)

City of Cerritos Monday, January 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Page 3 of 15 6. Public Comments and Suggestions The Mayor opened the public comments period for items not listed on the meeting agenda but that were within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council, the Consent Calendar, and Closed Session. Daisy Lagasca inquired regarding community organizations listed on the 2026 Community Calendar and expressed concern regarding potential public health issues related to water contaminants. Tamara Glasser expressed concern her personal personnel issues as a City employee. Case van der Linden expressed concern regarding potential radiation emission from the Southern California Edison Bovine Substation and inquired regarding inspection and maintenance of fire hydrants located within the City. Mel Cortez expressed concern regarding public safety in the City and inquired regarding location of automated license plate readers. He also submitted documents for the official record. (Documents submitted to the City Council at a public meeting are considered public record. Public requests for copies of the full- text redacted written correspondence can be made during regular business hours to the Office of the City Clerk.) Charlie Joslin expressed concern regarding the proposed low-income assistance program related and proposed water and sewer rate adjustments. He also inquired regarding public comments emailed to the City Council and spoke regarding the Cerritos-on-Wheels and Dial-A-Ride program. Shawn Quarles expressed concern regarding surveillance cameras installed by private individuals on public property and other areas in Cerritos neighborhoods. Deborah Berry expressed concern regarding the length and conduct of City Council meetings. Samar Malouf expressed concern regarding traffic control in her neighborhood and requested placement of speed humps to deter vehicles driving at excessive speeds. The Mayor announced that prior to the meeting, the City Council/Successor Agency members received full-text, unredacted copies of the six (6) written comments submitted for Item 6, inclusive of two (2) comments for Item 7C, one (1) comment for Item 7I, and one (1) comment for Item 7J, by the deadline listed on the agenda and for inclusion in the official record. Requests for copies of the written comments submitted for this meeting can be made during regular business hours to the Office of the City Clerk. Seeing no further speakers, the Mayor declared the public comments period closed. (minutes continue on the next page)

City of Cerritos Monday, January 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Page 4 of 15 7. Consent Calendar 7A. Approval of Minutes 7A.1. Thursday, December 11, 2025, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY). MOTION: It was moved by Pulido, and seconded by Hong, to approve the Thursday, December 11, 2025, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY). The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 7A.2. Monday, December 22, 2025, 7:00 p.m. City Council Special Meeting Minutes (COUNCIL). MOTION: It was moved by Pulido, and seconded by Hong, to approve the Monday, December 22, 2025, 7:00 p.m. City Council Special Meeting Minutes (COUNCIL). The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 7B. Approval of Financial Reports 7B.1. Register of Demands for the City of Cerritos dated January 12, 2026 (COUNCIL). MOTION: It was moved by Pulido, and seconded by Hong, to approve the Register of Demands as follows: City of Cerritos January 12, 2026 $11,992,782.11 (COUNCIL) The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 7B.2. City Council/Successor Agency Treasurer’s reports for the period ending October 31, 2025 (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY). MOTION: It was moved by Pulido, and seconded by Hong, to approve City Council/Successor Agency Treasurer’s reports for the period ending October 31, 2025 (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY).

City of Cerritos Monday, January 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Page 5 of 15 7. Consent Calendar (continued) 7B. Approval of Financial Reports (continued) 7B.2. (continued) The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 7C. Award of contract for CDBG-funded curb ramp and sidewalk repairs at Cerritos Towne Center Phase III (CDBG Project No. 602749-25), Project No. 24302, Bid No. 1566-25* (COUNCIL). *Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA Review. MOTION: It was moved by Pulido, and seconded by Hong, to: 1. Adopt findings in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq. (CEQA) that the improvements planned under the proposed contract award are categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines, based on the findings as set forth in the agenda report associated with this item; 2. Award a contract in the amount of $137,000 for CDBG-Funded Curb Ramp and Sidewalk Repairs at Cerritos Towne Center Phase III (total bid), Capital Project No. 24302, Bid No. 1566-25, to Carter Enterprises Group, Inc. DBA Pavement Rehab Company, and reject the other bids; and 3. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute any project-related change orders, up to the approved 10% contingency of $13,700, in accordance with the City's Purchasing and Contracting Policy (COUNCIL). The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None (minutes continue on the next page)

City of Cerritos Monday, January 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Page 6 of 15 7. Consent Calendar (continued) 7D. Adoption of Ordinance: Ordinance introduced at the Thursday, December 11, 2025, City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting: Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1053, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS APPROVING DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 2025-1, A REQUEST TO AMEND TITLE 22 OF THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING THE FOLLOWING CHAPTERS: (I) CHAPTER 22.53, AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN EIGHTEEN (ADP-18); (II) CHAPTER 22.54, AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN NINETEEN (ADP-19); AND (III) CHAPTER 22.56, AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN TWENTY-ONE (ADP-21), TO ESTABLISH SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR THREE (3) SITES IDENTIFIED IN THE CITY'S 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT, INCLUDING STANDARDS FOR THE POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT OF RESIDENTIAL USES AT THE SUBJECT SITES. THE AMENDMENT IS PROPOSED PURSUANT TO PROGRAM 12 OF THE CITY'S 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT, AS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE STATE HOUSING LAW (COUNCIL). Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1054, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS APPROVING DEVELOPMENT MAP AMENDMENT 2025-1, AMENDING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF THREE (3) SITES IDENTIFIED IN THE CITY'S 2021- 2029 HOUSING ELEMENT TO AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN EIGHTEEN (ADP-18), AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN NINETEEN (ADP-19), AND AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN TWENTY- ONE (ADP-21), RESPECTIVELY (COUNCIL). The three (3) sites referenced herein include the following: (i) Site A: 20106 Pioneer Blvd., 20122 Pioneer Blvd., 20200 Pioneer Blvd., 20223 Cabrillo Ln. (APNS 7055-017-020, 7055-017-010, 7055-017-011, 7055-017-002) (ii) Site 7: 14100 Arbor Pl., 14103 Arbor Pl., 14141 Arbor Pl., 14120 Arbor Pl., 14133 Arbor Pl., 16401 Berwyn Rd., 16402 Berwyn Rd., 16412 Berwyn Rd., 16417 Berwyn Rd., 16601 Valley View Ave. (APNS 7003-013-903, 7003-013-016, 7003-013-011, 7003-013-003, 7003-013-022, 7003-013-002, 7003-013-008, 7003-013-009, 7003- 013-010, 7003-013-012, 7003-013-901, 7003-013-021, 7003-013-801, 7003-013- 803, 7003-013-904) (iii) Site B: 11238 183rd St. (APN 7038-014-016) (minutes continue on the next page)

City of Cerritos Monday, January 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Page 7 of 15 7. Consent Calendar (continued) 7D. (continued) MOTION: It was moved by Pulido, and seconded by Hong, to: 1. Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1053, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS APPROVING DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 2025-1, A REQUEST TO AMEND TITLE 22 OF THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING THE FOLLOWING CHAPTERS: (i) CHAPTER 22.53, AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN EIGHTEEN (ADP-18); (ii) CHAPTER 22.54, AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN NINETEEN (ADP-19); AND (iii) CHAPTER 22.56, AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN TWENTY-ONE (ADP-21), TO ESTABLISH SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR THREE (3) SITES IDENTIFIED IN THE CITY’S 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT, INCLUDING STANDARDS FOR THE POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT OF RESIDENTIAL USES AT THE SUBJECT SITES. THE AMENDMENT IS PROPOSED PURSUANT TO PROGRAM 12 OF THE CITY’S 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT, AS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE STATE HOUSING LAW (COUNCIL). THE THREE (3) SITES REFERENCED HEREIN INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: (i) SITE A: 20106 PIONEER BLVD., 20122 PIONEER BLVD., 20200 PIONEER BLVD., 20223 CABRILLO LN. (APNS 7055-017-020, 7055-017-010, 7055- 017-011, 7055-017-002) (ii) SITE 7: 14100 ARBOR PL., 14103 ARBOR PL., 14141 ARBOR PL., 14120 ARBOR PL., 14133 ARBOR PL., 16401 BERWYN RD., 16402 BERWYN RD., 16412 BERWYN RD., 16417 BERWYN RD., 16601 VALLEY VIEW AVE. (APNS 7003-013-903, 7003-013-016, 7003-013-011, 7003-013-003, 7003-013- 022, 7003-013-002, 7003-013-008, 7003-013-009, 7003-013-010, 7003- 013-012, 7003-013-901, 7003-013-021, 7003-013-801, 7003-013-803, 7003-013-904) (iii) SITE B: 11238 183RD ST. (APN 7038-014-016); 2. Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1054, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS APPROVING DEVELOPMENT MAP AMENDMENT 2025- 1, AMENDING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF THREE (3) SITES IDENTIFIED IN THE CITY’S 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT TO AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN EIGHTEEN (ADP-18), AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN NINETEEN (ADP-19), AND AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN TWENTY-ONE (ADP-21), RESPECTIVELY (COUNCIL). THE THREE (3) SITES REFERENCED HEREIN INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: (i) SITE A: 20106 PIONEER BLVD., 20122 PIONEER BLVD., 20200 PIONEER BLVD., 20223 CABRILLO LN. (APNS 7055-017-020, 7055-017- 010, 7055-017-011, 7055-017-002) (ii) SITE 7: 14100 ARBOR PL., 14103 ARBOR PL., 14141 ARBOR PL., 14120 ARBOR PL., 14133 ARBOR PL., 16401 BERWYN RD., 16402 BERWYN RD., 16412 BERWYN RD., 16417 BERWYN RD., 16601 VALLEY VIEW AVE. (APNS 7003-013-903, 7003-013-016, 7003-013-011, 7003- 013-003, 7003-013-022, 7003-013-002, 7003-013-008, 7003-013-009, 7003-013-010, 7003-013-012, 7003-013-901, 7003-013-021, 7003-013- 801, 7003-013-803, 7003-013-904) (iii) SITE B: 11238 183RD ST. (APN 7038-014-016); and

City of Cerritos Monday, January 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Page 8 of 15 7. Consent Calendar (continued) 7D. (continued) 3. Direct the City Clerk to publish the applicable notices of adopted ordinance within fifteen (15) days after adoption of Ordinance No. 1053 and Ordinance No. 1054, as required by California Government Code 36933 (COUNCIL). The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 7E. Adoption of Ordinance: Ordinance introduced at the Thursday, December 11, 2025, City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting: Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1055, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS APPROVING DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 2025-2, A REQUEST TO AMEND TITLE 22 OF THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 22.55, AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN TWENTY (ADP-20), TO ESTABLISH SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR THE USE OF PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 19011- 19151 BLOOMFIELD AVENUE AND 12506-12544 SOUTH STREET FOR COMMERCIAL AND/OR RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES (APNS 7054-015-075, 7054-015-094, 7054-015- 095, 7054-015-096, 7054-015-097, 7054-015-098, 7054-015-099, 7054-015-100) (COUNCIL). Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1056, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS AMENDING THE CERRITOS DEVELOPMENT MAP BY CHANGING THE ZONE CLASSIFICATION OF APPROXIMATELY ±5.34 ACRES OF LAND, LOCATED AT 19011-19151 BLOOMFIELD AVENUE AND 12506-12544 SOUTH STREET, FROM NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL (CN) TO AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN TWENTY (ADP- 20) (COUNCIL). MOTION: It was moved by Pulido, and seconded by Hong, to: 1. Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1055, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS APPROVING DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 2025- 2, A REQUEST TO AMEND TITLE 22 OF THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 22.55, AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN TWENTY (ADP- 20), TO ESTABLISH SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR THE USE OF PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 19011–19151 BLOOMFIELD AVENUE AND 12506–12544 SOUTH STREET FOR COMMERCIAL AND/OR RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES (APNS 7054-015-075, 7054-015-094, 7054-015-095, 7054- 015-096, 7054-015-097, 7054-015-098, 7054-015-099, 7054-015-100) (COUNCIL); 2. Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1056, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS AMENDING THE CERRITOS DEVELOPMENT MAP BY CHANGING THE ZONE CLASSIFICATION OF APPROXIMATELY ±5.34 ACRES OF LAND, LOCATED AT 19011-19151 BLOOMFIELD AVENUE AND 12506-12544 SOUTH STREET, FROM NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL (CN) TO AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN TWENTY (ADP-20) (COUNCIL); and

City of Cerritos Monday, January 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Page 9 of 15 7. Consent Calendar (continued) 7E. (continued) 3. Direct the City Clerk to publish the applicable notices of adopted ordinance within fifteen (15) days after adoption of Ordinance Nos. 1055 and 1056, as required by California Government Code 36933 (COUNCIL). The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 7F. Adoption of Ordinance: Ordinance introduced at the Thursday, December 11, 2025, City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting: Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1057, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS AMENDING TITLE 2 OF THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 2.17, ESTABLISHING A SENIOR SERVICES COMMISSION (COUNCIL). MOTION: It was moved by Pulido, and seconded by Hong, to: 1. Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1057, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS AMENDING TITLE 2 OF THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 2.17, ESTABLISHING A SENIOR SERVICES COMMISSION (COUNCIL); and 2. Direct the City Clerk to publish a notice of adopted ordinance within fifteen (15) days after adoption of Ordinance No. 1057, as required by California Government Code 36933 (COUNCIL). The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 7G. Adoption of Ordinance: Ordinance introduced at the Thursday, December 11, 2025, City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting: Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1058, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS AMENDING TITLE 2 OF THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 2.14, ESTABLISHING A CITY CELEBRATIONS COMMITTEE (COUNCIL).

City of Cerritos Monday, January 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Page 10 of 15 7. Consent Calendar (continued) 7G. (continued) MOTION: It was moved by Pulido, and seconded by Hong, to: 1. Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1058, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS AMENDING TITLE 2 OF THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 2.14, ESTABLISHING A CITY CELEBRATIONS COMMITTEE (COUNCIL); and 2. Direct the City Clerk to publish a notice of adopted ordinance within fifteen (15) days after adoption of Ordinance No. 1058, as required by California Government Code 36933 (COUNCIL). The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 7H. Adoption of Ordinance: Ordinance introduced at the Thursday, December 11, 2025, City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting: Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1059, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS AMENDING TITLE 2 OF THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 2.13, TO MEMORIALIZE THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COMMUNITY SAFETY COMMITTEE WITHIN THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE (COUNCIL). MOTION: It was moved by Pulido, and seconded by Hong, to: 1. Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1059, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS AMENDING TITLE 2 OF THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 2.13, TO MEMORIALIZE THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COMMUNITY SAFETY COMMITTEE WITHIN THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE (COUNCIL); and 2. Direct the City Clerk to publish a notice of adopted ordinance within fifteen (15) days after adoption of Ordinance No. 1059, as required by California Government Code 36933 (COUNCIL). The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None

City of Cerritos Monday, January 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Page 11 of 15 7. Consent Calendar (continued) 7I. Standing Agenda Item: Potential consideration of the Swim and Fitness Center Rehabilitation project, Project No. 20201 (COUNCIL). MOTION: It was moved by Pulido, and seconded by Hong, to defer consideration of the Swim and Fitness Center boiler replacement until such time that the existing boiler system requires replacement (COUNCIL). The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 7J. Award of a professional services contract to conduct a Citywide Facility Condition Assessment, Capital Project No. 26203 (COUNCIL). MOTION: It was moved by Pulido, and seconded by Hong, to: 1. Award a contract in the amount of $299,697.70 to conduct a Citywide Facility Condition Assessment, Capital Project No. 26203, to WithersRavenel Inc.; and 2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute any project-related amendments, up to the approved 15% contingency of $44,955, in accordance with the City's adopted Purchasing and Contracting Policy (COUNCIL). The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 8. Public Hearings 8A. Review and consideration of a request for City Council direction regarding the City's existing transportation services, the Cerritos on Wheels fixed-route service and the Dial-A-Ride demand response service* (COUNCIL). *Pursuant to Sections 15061(b)(3) and 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this administrative activity is not a "project" under CEQA, and even if it were, the proposed scopes of service and request for authorization are exempt from CEQA review. A staff report was given by Sabrina Chan, Advance Planning Manager. A PowerPoint presentation was displayed. The Mayor opened the public hearing and public comments period. Deborah Berry expressed concern regarding the level of service under the City’s existing Dial-A-Ride service contract and requested prioritization of improved service.

City of Cerritos Monday, January 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Page 12 of 15 8. Public Hearings (continued) 8A. (continued) Catherine Pascual spoke in support of Option 2 (Continuation of the Cerritos On Wheels and Dial-A-Ride Services as Directed in October 2024, and as Amended Through the Implementation of Cost Saving Measures) as presented in the staff report associated with this item. Cynthia Nava, City Clerk, announced that prior to the meeting, the City Council received full-text, unredacted copies of the two (2) written comments submitted for Item 8A, by the deadline listed on the agenda and for inclusion in the official record. Requests for copies of the written comments submitted for this meeting can be made during regular business hours to the Office of the City Clerk. Seeing no further speakers, the Mayor declared the public comments period and public hearing closed. CONSENSUS (Pulido): Directed the City Manager to provide a report to the City Council on the projected costs of expanding Dial-A-Ride eligibility by lowering the general minimum age requirement from 55 to 50, in addition to the existing service provided to persons with disabilities. MOTION: It was moved by Hong, and seconded by Tse, to direct staff to proceed with Option 3 (Continuation of One (1) City Transit Service), with a total estimated cost of $1.5 – 1.9 million; operating only a Dial-A-Ride service provided to seniors age 55 and older, and for persons with disabilities; and general service provided by alternate transit providers (COUNCIL). The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None MOTION: It was moved by Johnson, and seconded by Pulido, to direct staff to work with the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro), to identify alternate uses for any potential surplus Proposition A and Proposition C funds provided to the City of Cerritos (COUNCIL). The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 9. New and Old Business 9A. Review and consideration of an informational report regarding a potential prohibition on the sale and consumption of nitrous oxide for recreational purposes in the City of Cerritos (COUNCIL). A staff report was given by Sabrina Chan, Advance Planning Manager.

City of Cerritos Monday, January 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Page 13 of 15 9. New and Old Business (continued) The Mayor opened the public comments period. Cynthia Nava, City Clerk, announced that prior to the meeting, the City Council members received full-text, unredacted copies of the one (1) written comment submitted for Item 9A, by the deadline listed on the agenda and for inclusion in the official record. Requests for copies of the written comments submitted for this meeting can be made during regular business hours to the Office of the City Clerk. Seeing no further speakers, the Mayor declared the public comments period closed. MOTION: It was moved by Yokoyama, and seconded by Tse, to direct staff to prepare an agenda report for Planning Commission review and consideration at a future meeting regarding a development code amendment to prohibit the sale, distribution, and consumption of nitrous oxide for recreational use within City limits, with the understanding of its legitimate uses in certain industries. Upon completion of the preparation of the proposed amendment and the required environmental analysis, the proposed code amendment shall be presented to the Planning Commission for approval, and subsequently to the City Council, at future publicly noticed meetings (COUNCIL). The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 9B. Review and consideration of the proposed activities for the 2026 5k run/walk event celebrating the City’s 70th Anniversary (COUNCIL). A staff report was given by Annie Hylton, Director of Community and Cultural Services. A PowerPoint presentation was displayed. The Mayor opened the public comments period. Cynthia Nava, City Clerk, announced that prior to the meeting, the City Council received full-text, unredacted copies of the two (2) written comments submitted for Item 9B, by the deadline listed on the agenda and for inclusion in the official record. Requests for copies of the written comments submitted for this meeting can be made during regular business hours to the Office of the City Clerk. Seeing no further speakers, the Mayor declared the public comments period closed. MOTION: It was moved by Johnson, and seconded by Pulido, to: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a budget amendment for a new budget allocation in the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Account #110-441-63410 in the amount of $14,000 for the 5K run/walk event; and 2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to plan and implement a 5K run/walk event to be held at the Cerritos Sports Complex on Saturday, May 30, 2026 (COUNCIL).

City of Cerritos Monday, January 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Page 14 of 15 9. New and Old Business (continued) 9B. (continued) The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 10. Legislative Items 10A. Report on pending legislation. None. 10B. Review and consideration to support or oppose specific legislation in the State or Federal legislature or in the State or Federal Executive Office for signature. None. 11. Reports 11A. Report from City Manager/Executive Director None. 11B. City Council Communications/Committee Reports/Meeting Reports Reports were given by Councilmembers Hong, Tse, and Pulido, and Mayor Yokoyama. MOTION: It was moved by Yokoyama, and seconded by Hong, to cancel the 7:00 p.m., Monday, February 23, 2026 City Council/Successor Agency Regular meeting and schedule a Special City Council/Successor Agency Meeting to be conducted on Thursday, February 26, 2026, due to a conflict with the Gateway Cities Council of Governments Southeast Gateway Line Corridor Cities Committee Advocacy Trip, taking place Monday, February 23 – Wednesday, February 25, 2026 (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY). The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows: AYES: Hong, Pulido, Tse, Johnson, Yokoyama NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None CONSENSUS (Yokoyama): Directed the City Clerk to prepare a report for City Council review and consideration of the Mayor’s nominations to internal ad hoc working groups at the January 26, 2026 City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting.

City of Cerritos Monday, January 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Page 15 of 15 12. Closed Session Pam Lee, City Attorney, announced the City Council would recess to Closed Session to discuss Item 12A and 12B as listed on the Closed Session agenda. 12A. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8 (COUNCIL) Properties: 12610 Park Plaza Drive, Cerritos, California 90703; 16550 Bloomfield Avenue, Cerritos, California 90703 Agency Negotiators: Robert A. Lopez, City Manager; Pam Lee, City Attorney; Kristin Aguila, Senior Assistant City Manager Negotiating Parties: Alliance of Schools for Cooperative Insurance Programs Under Negotiation: Potential Property Transaction 12B. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8 (COUNCIL) Properties: 20050 Filmore Ave. #202, Cerritos, California 90703 Agency Negotiators: Robert A. Lopez, City Manager; Pam Lee, City Attorney; Kristin Aguila, Senior Assistant City Manager Negotiating Parties: Ress Financial Corporation; Linh Do Under Negotiation: Potential Property Transaction; Price and Terms The City Council recessed into Closed Session. The City Council reconvened into Open Sesson. CLOSED SESSION REPORT Pam Lee, City Attorney, announced the City Council convened into Closed Session to discuss Items 12A and 12B as listed on the Closed Session agenda. There was no reportable action taken on these items and there was nothing further to report. 13. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 12:21 a.m. on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. /s/Cynthia Nava____________________ Cynthia Nava City Clerk/Agency Secretary ATTEST: /s/Frank Aurelio Yokoyama______________ Frank Aurelio Yokoyama Mayor/Agency Chair APPROVED: January 26, 2026

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS

AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CERRITOS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

MONDAY - JANUARY 12, 2026 - 07:00 P.M.

CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER 18125 BLOOMFIELD AVENUE, CERRITOS, CA 90703

Agenda Materials

The complete agenda for this meeting is available on-demand at cerritos.gov and at the Office of the City Clerk, 18125 Bloomfield Avenue, 1st floor, Cerritos, CA, during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., weekend and observed holidays excepted). Any materials submitted to the legislative body after distribution of this agenda will be available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk during regular business hours. Requests for agenda materials or meeting participation assistance can also be made by email to city_clerk@cerritos.gov or by phone at (562) 916-1248 during regular business hours.

Order of Agenda

The City Council, by majority of those members present, may reorder the business items listed on the agenda.

PUBLIC OBSERVATION AND PARTICIPATION

The public can observe the meeting via livestream on the City’s website at cerritos.gov, on cable television at Cerritos TV3, or in person in the Council Chamber.

Public Comments

Members of the public may provide public comment for this meeting in person at the meeting or in writing as described below.

In-person public comment : Public comment on business agenda items will be opened and may be provided during consideration of that business agenda item. Public comment on Consent Calendar, Closed Session, and non-agenda items will be opened and may be provided during Agenda Item No. 6.

Written public comment (hard copy or email) : Public comment may be submitted via email to city_clerk@cerritos.gov or by hard copy to the Office the City Clerk at 18125 Bloomfield Avenue, Cerritos, CA 90703 no later than 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please identify the agenda item number in the subject line of the email or hard copy document. All written correspondence received by the 3:00 p.m. deadline will be distributed to the legislative body prior to the meeting and retained with the official meeting record.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations

In compliance with the ADA, any person with a disability who requires accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should contact City of Cerritos ADA/504 Coordinator, Drew Schneider, at (562) 916-1314 at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting. The City will use its best efforts to provide reasonable accommodations related to public meetings.

1.

Call to Order

2.

Invocation The California Court of Appeal has concluded that sectarian prayer as part of the City Council meetings is not permitted under the Constitution.

Invocation

3.

Pledge of Allegiance

Pledge of Allegiance

4.

Roll Call

5.

Presentations/Appointments

5A.

Presentations

Presentations

5B.

Informational report providing a status update on water and sewer infrastructure, including an emergency repair of the C-4 well and purchase of imported water (COUNCIL).

Agenda Report - Revised

Agenda Report

5B - PowerPoint

6.

Public Comments and Suggestions This section is reserved for public comment on Consent Calendar, Closed Session, and items not listed on the agenda but that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the legislative body. Verbal comments may be limited to three minutes per speaker, subject to the Mayor/Chair extending to a maximum of five minutes per speaker, with a total time allotted not to exceed 45 minutes unless the Mayor/Chair extends.

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