June 4 City Council Meeting Summary: Bullying and Budget

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Video of Council Meeting here.

Summary of Monrovia City Council Meeting - June 4th, 2024

1. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance:

   • Invocation by Jason M., Executive Director of the Jewish Federation of the Greater San Gabriel and Pomona Valley.
   • Pledge of Allegiance led by Council Member Larry Spicer.

2. Presentations and Proclamations:

   • Proclaimed June 8, 2024, as Race Unity Day, recognizing the city's diverse fabric and commitment to social justice and equality.
   • Proclaimed June 2024 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month, celebrating the LGBTQ+ community's contributions and the importance of equality and freedom.

3. Public Comments:

   • Concerns about bullying at Wildrose Elementary School were raised by students and parents.
   • Issues regarding harassment and false accusations at Mayflower Elementary School were brought up by a parent.
   • Council members and the community showed support and directed the concerned individuals to speak with law enforcement present at the meeting.

4. City Manager’s Report:

   • Update on incidents at Library Park, including vandalism of US flags and a shooting incident on Duarte Road.
   • Assurance of ongoing investigations and cooperation with law enforcement.

5. Summer Teen Programming Overview:

   • Presentation on the “Monrovia Spot” summer program for teens, including weekly themed events, competitions, and partnerships with local businesses.

6. Council Member Reports:

   • Attendance and participation in various community events such as the California Joint Powers Insurance Agency summit, neighborhood conferences, and local farmers' markets.
   • Encouragement of community participation in upcoming events and celebrations like Juneteenth and the summer reading kickoff at the library.

7. Administrative Report - Budget Update:

   • Presented by Buffy Bullis, the fiscal year 2023-24 budget update highlighted a conservative financial approach with adjustments in revenues and expenditures.
   • Discussion on the city’s financial philosophy, emphasizing conservative yet proactive financial management.
   • Approval of budget adjustments and the fee schedule update.

8. Meeting Adjournment:

   • The meeting adjourned in memory of Bob Dollins, a longtime resident, Canyon Park volunteer, and Navy veteran, expressing condolences to his family.

The next scheduled City Council meeting is on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at 7:30 PM.