City of Pico Rivera City Council Meeting of July 14, 2026

The City of Pico Rivera City Council held a meeting on July 14, 2026, which included a detailed presentation and discussion on the city's procurement policies, particularly focusing on the use of piggybacking or cooperative purchase agreements. Director Noe Negrete explained the legal and procedural framework for procurement, emphasizing transparency, fairness, and fiscal responsibility. The council reviewed the piggybacking process used for awarding a three-year tree trimming contract to West Coast Arborists via the City of Rosemead's competitive bid, highlighting cost savings, service continuity, and vendor performance. The council voted to bring the item back for further consideration at the next meeting. Other procurement-related updates included awarding professional engineering contracts and ongoing capital improvement projects such as road improvements and the Smith Park Aquatic Center construction. The meeting also covered community concerns, public safety issues, and cultural exchange initiatives, but the primary procurement focus was on contract awards, policy adherence, and vendor selection processes.