City of South El Monte Government

City of South El Monte Government South El Monte is a city on the horizon of great success. Located just minutes of east downtown Los Angeles in the San Gabriel Valley.

South El Monte has one great characteristic that separates them from their
neighbors: OPPORTUNITY! *The City reserves the right to remove inappropriate comments including those that have obscene language or sexual content, threaten or defame any person or organization. The City's Facebook page is not monitored 24/7 and should not be used to report emergencies.

Join the City of South El Monte Community Bike Ride and enjoy an eight-mile ride through the community alongside City Co...
09/11/2026

Join the City of South El Monte Community Bike Ride and enjoy an eight-mile ride through the community alongside City Council and fellow residents!

📅 Saturday, September 12
🕣 Meet at 8:30 AM | Ride departs at 9:00 AM
📍 South El Monte Community Center
1530 Central Ave.

Bring your bike and helmet and enjoy a fun, active morning with family, friends, and neighbors. The ride is recommended for ages 10 and older.

For more information, email [email protected] or call 626-579-2043.

Today, our community came together to honor and remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001. 🇺🇸Thank you to everyone w...
09/11/2026

Today, our community came together to honor and remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001. 🇺🇸

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 9/11 Memorial Ceremony as we paid tribute through reflection, unity, and remembrance.

We will never forget.

‼️FREE COMPOST EVENT‼️Saturday, September 12th | 8 AM - 12 PMSee flyer for details.For more information, call (888) 336-...
09/10/2026

‼️FREE COMPOST EVENT‼️

Saturday, September 12th | 8 AM - 12 PM
See flyer for details.

For more information, call (888) 336-6100.

City of South El Monte Senior Services Honors Grandparents at annual luncheon and health/resource fair.
09/10/2026

City of South El Monte Senior Services Honors Grandparents at annual luncheon and health/resource fair.

The South El Monte City Council held a Special Meeting on August 18, 2026 to consider a proposed project for a 21.17‑acr...
09/09/2026

The South El Monte City Council held a Special Meeting on August 18, 2026 to consider a proposed project for a 21.17‑acre parcel at 825 Lexington‑Gallatin Road.

The proposal included:
- A General Plan Amendment from Commercial (C) to Commercial‑Manufacturing (C‑M)
- A Zone Change from Commercial (C) to Manufacturing (M)
- A Subdivision/Tentative Map to divide the site into two parcels
- A Conditional Use Permit to develop a 221,815 sq. ft. industrial building and a public park.

After review and public discussion, the City Council voted 5–0 to deny the project.

For more information or to review meeting materials, please visit www.cityofsouthelmonte.org

09/08/2026

Legendary South El Monte Coach Ben Lira Guides Protégé Filip Hrgović to Crown as the New Heavyweight Champion of the World

From the South El Monte Youth Boxing Gym to the top of the world! 🥊🏆

Huge congratulations to South El Monte’s own legendary trainer Ben Lira for guiding Filip Hrgović to a stunning 9th-round TKO victory over Moses Itauma at The O2 Arena in London on August 29, 2026. Surviving an early knockdown and staging an incredible comeback, Hrgović captured the vacant IBF world heavyweight title and made history as Croatia’s very first heavyweight champion! Boxing Trainer Ben Lira stood by the Filip as he was honored with his Championship Belt.

From training world champions and 2012 Olympian Jojo Diaz, undefeated star Arnold Barboza Jr., and working the corner of “GGG” Gennady Golovkin, to mentoring the next generation right here at our South El Monte Youth Boxing Gym, Ben continues to prove why he is an absolute legend of the sweet science and a local legend in South El Monte.

Watch fight highlights at https://youtu.be/QLGEoGQGXPg

Legendary South El Monte Coach Ben Lira Guides Protégé Filip Hrgović to Crown as the New Heavyweight Champion of the Wor...
09/08/2026

Legendary South El Monte Coach Ben Lira Guides Protégé Filip Hrgović to Crown as the New Heavyweight Champion of the World

From the South El Monte Youth Boxing Gym to the top of the world! 🥊🏆

Huge congratulations to South El Monte’s own legendary trainer Ben Lira for guiding Filip Hrgović to a stunning 9th-round TKO victory over Moses Itauma at The O2 Arena in London on August 29, 2026. Surviving an early knockdown and staging an incredible comeback, Hrgović captured the vacant IBF world heavyweight title and made history as Croatia’s very first heavyweight champion! Boxing Trainer Ben Lira stood by the Filip as he was honored with his Championship Belt.

From training world champions and 2012 Olympian Jojo Diaz, undefeated star Arnold Barboza Jr., and working the corner of “GGG” Gennady Golovkin, to mentoring the next generation right here at our South El Monte Youth Boxing Gym, Ben continues to prove why he is an absolute legend of the sweet science and a local legend in South El Monte.

Watch fight highlights at https://youtu.be/QLGEoGQGXPg

☀️🌡️Stay Cool, South El Monte!☀️🌡️With high temperatures in the forecast, the City of South El Monte is opening its Cool...
09/08/2026

☀️🌡️Stay Cool, South El Monte!☀️🌡️

With high temperatures in the forecast, the City of South El Monte is opening its Cooling Center to provide a safe, air-conditioned space for those who need relief from the heat.

📅 Tuesday, September 8th – Thursday, September 10th
🕛 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

📍 South El Monte Senior Center
1556 Central Ave.
South El Monte, CA 91733

❄️Cooling Centers are free of charge and are intended for individuals seeking relief from extreme heat.

⚠️Please note: Pets are not permitted

Stay hydrated, avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, and check in on family, friends, neighbors, and seniors during periods of extreme heat.

For additional information, please call 626-448-0131

City Council PresentationProclamation presented to the South El Monte Senior Center and staff in recognition of National...
09/03/2026

City Council Presentation

Proclamation presented to the South El Monte Senior Center and staff in recognition of National Senior Center Month.

City Council PresentationCertificate of Appreciation presented to the sponsors of the 2026 City of South El Monte World ...
09/03/2026

City Council Presentation

Certificate of Appreciation presented to the sponsors of the 2026 City of South El Monte World Cup Viewing Events.

Address

1415 Santa Anita Avenue
South El Monte, CA
91733

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+16265796540

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