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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Montebello public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Business license and administrative appeal procedure reforms
The temporary freeze on new business licenses, in place since March 2021, is officially over — a signal the city is open for business again.
Barbering trade school and workforce development
A local barbershop is becoming a state-licensed barber school, giving residents and high schoolers a chance to train for a trade close to home. Students will also offer discounted haircuts as part of their training.
City-Owned Billboard Policy & Fee Structure
The council established rules and discounted advertising rates for local nonprofits and schools on the city's new digital billboard at Rio Hondo.
Youth Employment Program
The city's teen summer jobs program filled all 75 applications in 40 minutes this year, showing huge demand. About 40 to 50 youth will be hired after interviews the week of April 6.