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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Monterey Park public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Gun violence prevention legacy
The council passed a Gun Violence Awareness Month resolution while police reported one gun violence restraining order issued since 2016 and reviewed new 2026 state laws on firearm storage, Glock sales, and background checks.
Signage Policy
Monterey Park is ditching its plan to force businesses to have English-only signs. After a ton of pushback from residents, the city council decided to scrap the controversial policy.
Sign Ordinance
Monterey Park is updating its rules for signs, and it's stirring up old debates about ethnic representation. Get ready for some passionate conversations as the city decides what our signs should say and how they should look.