The new commission, Economic & Business Development Commission (EBDC) has the following responsibilities:
- Make recommendations to the City Council regarding operations and marketing for the downtown Business Improvement District (BID).
- Make recommendations to the City Council regarding how the BID revenue is derived from the charges, assessments, and contributions imposed or authorized by Chapter 5.82 of [the MPMC] and California Streets and Highways Code 36500, et seq.
- Monitor the City Council’s economic development strategic plan, including recommended updates; provide the City Council with annual updates regarding the progress of the economic development strategic plan; advise the City Council regarding the local economy and business improvement needs.
Commission members criteria: Commissioners must be either a resident of the city or have business experience with a background in finance, economics, or development. At least three commissioners must own property or operate a business within the BID.
Regular Meeting
5:00 p.m., First Thursday of January, April, July, and October
City Hall, Community Room
320 W. Newmark Avenue, Monterey Park, CA 91754
Agendas, Minutes and Submitting a Written Communication
Board, Commission, or Committee agendas are available on the Agendas & Minutes page. The public may submit a written communication to upcoming meetings by completing an online written communication request form. Written communication must be submitted 24 hours in advance for regular meetings and 3 hours in advance for special meetings.
Members
- Josephine Louie, Seat One
- Albert Young, Seat Two
- Julio Garcia, Seat Three
- Zhen Wu, Seat Four
- Amy Newman, Seat Five
Staff Liaison
Joseph Torres, Economic Development Manager
