MPK City Council Meeting, May 6, 2026, 6:30 p.m.

The City of Monterey Park held a City Council meeting on May 6, 2026, featuring multiple presentations and updates on community and development projects. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the Atlantic Square shopping center's redevelopment progress under a 2024 development agreement with TRC, including modernization efforts, infrastructure upgrades, and new tenant leasing activity. The council discussed ongoing capital improvements such as building renovations, installation of EV charging stations, and plans for further multi-million dollar investments to revitalize the center. Additionally, the council received updates on community programs, including a new resource and referral center in partnership with Chinatown Service Center, upcoming public workshops, and the awarding of a $6 million California State Parks Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant to support the Barnes Park Aquatic Center project. The council expressed interest in strategizing funding approaches to leverage this grant and advance the pool project. Other topics included public safety event announcements, library programs, and upcoming city events. The meeting concluded with consent calendar approvals and public comments supporting local initiatives. No formal votes on contracts or procurement were recorded during this session, but several capital improvement projects and grant-funded initiatives were highlighted as ongoing or planned.