Vice Mayor· 2022-2026
Al Rios
South Gate
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Top issues during term (20)
Erica Lopez v. City of South Gate litigation
Unknown — litigation costs and potential settlements are not disclosed in the record.
Budget Reduction Service Impacts
Up to $25,000 from the General Fund in FY 2026/27, half the prior funding level.
South Gate Values Act ordinance
The report states there is no fiscal impact.
Street Infrastructure — 10-Year Review
Over $80 million in street needs and $20 million in sidewalk needs citywide.
Potential impacts of the utility users' tax on parks funding
The UUT measure would raise revenue to help close the budget deficit that's driving patrol cuts and hiring freezes.
Reprogramming CDBG funds to streets and pickleball courts
Roughly $100,000 shifted away from park shade structures and demolition combined, with about $453,000 more directed to street improvements.
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Zoning Code Update
No direct cost to the city is described; homeowners pursuing ADUs could face changed permit standards and fees.
Crossing Guard Services at Legacy Lane and Tweedy Boulevard
$153,400 drawn from the General Fund Budget Stabilization Reserve.
Alcohol Policing Partnership grant
Adds $62,644 in grant revenue with no general fund cost.
Proposed industrial park at 5037 Patata Street
The City hasn't publicly detailed the fiscal impact of the project, though an addendum to the General Plan EIR was part of the consideration.
Citywide Catch Basin Maintenance Contract
Up to $300,000 over the initial three-year term.
Water system maintenance contracts
Up to $147,000 for the one-year extension.
11-unit affordable townhome development at 7916 Long Beach Boulevard
No project cost or city subsidy figures were disclosed in the materials provided.
Upcoming 2026 Development Projects
Veterans Day Recognition
Recognition of Bishop Juan Carlos Mendez
Microsoft Software Licensing Renewal
About $181,246 a year, roughly $544,000 over three years, from the IT Fund.
Gateway District Station Area Plan
Perimeter wall height variance
State minimum wage compliance for part-time and student workers
No new cost — the changes were already baked into the FY 2026/27 budget.
Decisions during term (42)
Recorded while Rios was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
MOU with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles
Introduction of New and Promoted Employees in the Month of March 2026
Social Model Recovery Systems on Community Factors and Best Practices in Retail Tobacco Control
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – PENDING LITIGATION
Proclamation — Autism Awareness Month
Proclamation — National Public Safety Telecommunicator's Week
Proclamation — 21st Annual Earth Day
Tentative settlement — Robert Mendoza v. City of South Gate
Retain defense counsel — Jonathan Dominic Aguilar v. COSG, et al.
Park Curfew Ordinance (Ordinance No. 2026-02-CC)
Preferential Parking District – Beaudine Avenue (Resolution No. 2026-11-CC)
EV Charging Station Permitting Ordinance (Ordinance No. 2026-03-CC)
Zone Change No. 25-01, 8915 Vossler Avenue (Ordinance No. 2026-01-CC)
Surplus Property Disposal (Resolution No. 2026-12-CC)
Change Order No. 1 – Thermoplastic Striping Citywide (Project 735-ST)
Gardendale Tot Lot Surfacing Agreement (Project 85-SP)
Sewer Rehabilitation Project Acceptance (Project 709-SWR)
CDBG Street Improvements Change Order No. 4 (Project 6599-ST)
Vacuum Excavator Purchase (Ring-O-Matic 350 VX)
2025 Chevrolet Silverado for Traffic Division
Voting record (37)
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