Bellflower Regular Meeting of the City Council July 13, 2026

The City of Bellflower held its regular City Council meeting on July 13, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. Key procurement actions included the consideration and approval of cannabis business permits, with the council ultimately awarding a permit to Off the Charts LLC for a dispensary at 8846 Alondra Boulevard. The council also discussed the acquisition of two adjoining properties totaling approximately 1.73 acres for future park development, authorizing a budget appropriation of $1.85 million and an interest-free loan of up to $950,000 to fund the purchase. Additionally, the council approved a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment for unrepresented city employees and introduced an ordinance for public tree management to support the city's Tree City USA designation. A significant budget increase of approximately $1.2 million was approved for aquatic center outdoor pool improvements due to unforeseen structural issues. The council also authorized payment of $641,880 to SIAKA for animal control services for fiscal year 2025-26, while noting ongoing concerns about service levels and contract compliance. Public comments addressed concerns about cannabis dispensaries and utility undergrounding requirements for an ADU project. Overall, the meeting focused on contract awards, budget appropriations for capital projects, and regulatory ordinances affecting city operations and procurement.