El Monte · issues
Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in El Monte public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Alley safety and circulation near El Monte High School
Commissioners flagged congestion on Bodger Street and the rear alley, suggesting one-way alley conversion, better lighting, speed signage, and towing enforcement to protect daycare families and students.
Complete streets and infrastructure projects
The General Plan report highlighted completed complete-street studies for Main Street, Valley Boulevard, and Garvey Avenue, a Parkway/Denholm project with separated bike lanes starting construction this year, and a finished sewer main replacement.