MPK City Council Meeting, April 20, 2026, 7 p.m.

The City of Monterey Park held a special City Council meeting on April 20, 2026, focused primarily on considering a citywide prohibition on data centers. Staff presented three ordinances aimed at banning data centers citywide, including an urgency ordinance and ordinances to implement Measure NDC, which is set for voter consideration on June 2, 2026. The ordinances would prohibit data centers as principal land uses but allow server rooms as accessory uses. The Council heard extensive public testimony both in support of and opposition to the ban, with union representatives urging for a vetting process rather than a ban, while many residents expressed concerns about noise, water usage, environmental impact, and quality of life. After public comments, the Council unanimously voted to adopt the ordinances with recommended amendments, effectively moving forward with the prohibition pending voter approval of Measure NDC. The Council also directed staff to research battery energy storage systems due to related community concerns. This meeting reflects significant procurement and land use policy decisions that will impact future development and vendor opportunities related to data centers in Monterey Park.