Alhambra public meetings in 2024

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for December 25, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be on January 22, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled; no items considered

City Council

The Alhambra City Council has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for December 23, 2024. No official business will be conducted at that time. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 13, 2025.

• Regular meeting of December 23, 2024 cancelled

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The December 18 regular meeting of the Alhambra City Arts and Cultural Events Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 15, 2025.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission scheduled for December 16, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on January 6, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will vote for a new president and vice president, approve minutes from April 2024, and hear staff and oral communications. No substantive policy items or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Election of new president and vice president
• Approval of April 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Staff report and oral communications

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will vote on three residential projects: a retaining wall and fence at 1200 South Sierra Vista Avenue, a front yard wall and gate at 929 South Eighth Street, and a new two-story single-family dwelling at 2576 Loma Vista Drive. The board also will approve minutes from the November 26 meeting.

• 1200 South Sierra Vista Avenue: repairs to existing retaining wall, new retaining wall, vinyl fence, paving and landscaping – recommended approval with conditions including gate height reduction
• 929 South Eighth Street: new 16-inch front yard wall with 3-foot gate and 6-foot side block wall – recommended approval with conditions requiring wood gate material
• 2576 Loma Vista Drive: new 2,176 SF two-story single-family dwelling with attached 2-car garage – recommended approval without conditions
• Consent calendar: approval of November 26, 2024 meeting minutes

The Alhambra Design Review Board approved three residential applications with conditions and continued one. The board approved repairs and additions at 1200 South Sierra Vista Avenue, a new wall and gate at 929 South Eighth Street, and continued the application for a new dwelling at 2576 Loma Vista Drive for further design refinement. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved retaining wall, fence, and landscaping at 1200 S. Sierra Vista Ave with conditions (5-0)
• Approved front yard wall and gate at 929 S. Eighth St with conditions (5-0)
• Continued application for new 2,176 SF dwelling at 2576 Loma Vista Dr for architectural style refinement (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 26, 2024 meeting (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to review activity reports for July–October 2024 and hear the Library Director's report. The board will conduct a second reading of the Alhambra Library Garden Group Policy and User Agreement and a first reading of amendments to the Collection Development Policy. They will also approve minutes from the November 12, 2024 regular meeting.

• Second reading of the Alhambra Library Garden Group Policy and User Agreement
• First reading of amendments to the Alhambra Library Collection Development Policy
• Review of activity reports for July–October 2024, including circulation and program attendance statistics
• Approval of minutes from the November 12, 2024 Board of Trustees regular meeting

City Council

The City Council will discuss whether to allow Wrensmoor Castle (1700 Grand View Dr.) to continue operating as a short-term rental and event venue, potentially requiring a zone text amendment and changes to the short-term rental ordinance. The consent agenda includes routine items such as bid authorizations, contract awards, and a change order for infrastructure projects.

• Discussion on exempting Wrensmoor Castle from new short-term rental rules to allow weddings and film production in a residential zone
• Authorization to seek bids for Joslyn Senior Center Facility Improvement Project using $500,000 in federal grant funding
• Notice inviting bids for water main replacement on Concord Avenue and Midvale Place
• Award of $123,750 contract to Hirsch & Associates for architecture and engineering services for Fremont Pocket Park
• Approval of $134,950 change order for water main replacement on Marengo Avenue, increasing contract to $809,632.43

The City Council directed neighbors of Wrensmoor Castle to select representatives to meet with the operator, Cordelia Culver, to discuss business operations, with a follow-up meeting involving city staff and Councilmember Andrade-Stadler, and a report to Council at the next regular meeting. The Council also approved numerous consent agenda items, including contracts for the Fremont Pocket Park, sewer main replacement, and the Alhambra Dog Park, as well as a banking services contract with U.S. Bank.

• Directed Wrensmoor Castle neighbors to meet with operator, with staff report due at next meeting (4-0)
• Awarded $123,750 contract to Hirsch & Associates for Fremont Pocket Park design (4-0)
• Awarded $127,000 contract to SA Associates for sewer main replacement design (4-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Marengo Ave water main project, increasing contract to $809,632.43 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution R2M24-48 updating part-time salary schedule for state minimum wage (4-0)
• Awarded $1,635,966 contract to Horizons Construction for Alhambra Dog Park (4-0)
• Awarded 5-year banking services contract to U.S. Bank, not to exceed $210,000 (4-0)
• Accepted $30,500 donation from Alhambra Public Library Foundation for Summer Reading Program (4-0)

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will adopt resolutions certifying the November 5, 2024 election results, declaring Jeff Maloney and Nan "Noya" Wang as elected councilmembers for the Third and Fourth Districts. The meeting includes a ceremonial oath of office for the new members and a farewell to outgoing Mayor Sasha Renée Pérez, who was elected to the California State Senate. The council will also designate member and alternate member positions for Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts Nos. 2 and 16.

• Adoption of resolutions certifying election canvass and results for Councilperson of Third District (Jeff Maloney) and Fourth District (Nan "Noya" Wang)
• Oath of office administration for new Councilmembers Jeff Maloney and Nan "Noya" Wang
• Farewell ceremony and presentation of certificates to outgoing Mayor Sasha Renée Pérez
• Designation of member and alternate member for Boards of Directors of LA County Sanitation Districts Nos. 2 and 16

The City Council unanimously accepted the official canvass of the November 5, 2024 election, declaring Jeff Maloney and Nan "Noya" Wang elected to four-year terms as Councilpersons for the Third and Fourth Districts. The council also adopted a resolution designating the member and alternate member for Los Angeles County Sanitation District Nos. 2 and 16. Newly elected members were sworn in, and outgoing Mayor Sasha Renée Pérez was honored.

• Adopted Resolution R2M24-50 accepting the election canvass and declaring results (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution R2M24-51 designating member and alternate for Sanitation Districts Nos. 2 and 16 (4-0)
• Administered oath of office to Jeff Maloney and Nan "Noya" Wang

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alhambra Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to review the Tree City USA program. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the November 6, 2024, meeting.

• Tree City USA
• Approval of November 6, 2024 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will receive a presentation on community feedback from five district meetings and a questionnaire regarding the Draft Historic Preservation Ordinance. Commissioners will discuss options for the ordinance and provide direction to staff on how to proceed. The consent agenda includes approval of the September 25, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Draft Historic Preservation Ordinance – discussion and direction from commission
• Community feedback from five district meetings and 235 questionnaire responses
• Direct mailings of 8,948 letters and flyers to property owners and occupants
• Public comment on the ordinance and any other matters within commission jurisdiction
• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes (consent agenda)

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee will receive progress reports on senior case management, code enforcement, housing rights, and home improvement programs. The main item is a presentation by staff and consultant Veronica Tam and Associates on CDBG and HOME resources, with committee input needed to set funding priorities for the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan. The committee will also hear a staff update on reprogramming HOME Major Rehabilitation funds.

• Receive and file progress reports for July–October 2024: 83 senior case management clients, 1,840 meals delivered, 233 code enforcement complaints investigated, 187 housing rights center clients served
• Presentation on CDBG and HOME eligible uses and current funding priorities; committee input sought for next five-year Consolidated Plan (2025-2029)
• Staff update on CHDO Bulletin and reprogramming of HOME Major Rehabilitation funds
• Introduction of new committee member Renee-Marie Alvarez

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission scheduled for December 2, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for December 16, 2024.

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for November 27, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2024.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider a 2,149-square-foot addition to a single-family house at 1815 S Meridian Avenue, conditioned on design changes to the parapet and front door. The board also will vote on several commercial sign applications, a front-yard fence and gate, window replacements, and a commercial building remodel. Additionally, the board will approve minutes from previous meetings as part of the consent calendar.

• 2,149 SF addition to 1,465 SF house at 1815 S Meridian Ave, with conditions on design
• New wall sign for Friendly Nails at 23 N Garfield Ave
• New illuminated wall and blade sign for Three Fields Coffee at 12 W Main St
• Front-yard fence and gate at 904 S Olive Ave, conditioned on paint finish
• Roof screens, storefront changes, and pedestrian ramp at 230 W Main St

City Council

The meeting scheduled for November 25, 2024, has been cancelled. This cancellation is due to the Thanksgiving holiday.

• Cancellation of the November 11, 2024 meeting
• Cancellation of the November 25, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Alhambra City Council is holding a special meeting to vote on reaffirming support for Senate Bill 54, California's 'Sanctuary State Law,' and asserting that the Alhambra Police Department's policies comply with SB54. The council will also consider excusing the absences of Vice Mayor Lee and Councilmember Maza from this meeting due to short notice.

• Reaffirm support for SB54 and assert Alhambra Police Department policies comply with the law
• Vote to excuse absences of Vice Mayor Katherine Lee and Councilmember Ross J. Maza
• Item requested by Mayor Sasha Renée Pérez on November 20, 2024

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The Alhambra Arts & Cultural Events Commission will consider approving the minutes from its September 18, 2024, regular meeting. The commission will also hold discussions on Alhambra District Art Projects, receive a staff report, and open the floor to public and committee member communications.

• Approval of September 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Alhambra District Art Projects
• Staff report on upcoming events and parade float
• Public communication period for items not on agenda
• Committee member communication

Planning Commission

The November 18, 2024 regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 2, 2024.

Environmental Sustainability Commission

The Environmental Sustainability Commission will vote to approve the minutes from its September 19, 2024 special meeting. Staff will present an update on the Sustainability Plan (information only, no action required). The Commission will then discuss action items to guide the next meeting's agenda. Public comment and commissioner communications are also scheduled.

• Approval of September 19, 2024 meeting minutes (which covered Bike & Pedestrian Plan, $14.4M reallocation, Organic Waste Recycling Program, and Safe Clean Water Program updates)
• Staff update on the Sustainability Plan – information only, no vote
• Commission discussion of action items for the January 9, 2025 meeting

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will review two traffic safety reports: one addressing resident speeding concerns on Hellman Avenue between West Ramona Road and South Campbell Avenue, with options including a crosswalk and speed humps; another evaluating crosswalk visibility and pedestrian signage at West Alhambra Road and North Electric Avenue due to increased pedestrian activity from new businesses. The commission will also approve previous meeting minutes and hear public comments.

• Review of traffic calming measures on Hellman Avenue between West Ramona Road and South Campbell Avenue, including a resident-requested crosswalk and speed humps
• Review of pedestrian safety at the intersection of West Alhambra Road and North Electric Avenue, where new businesses have increased foot traffic
• Approval of minutes from the September 11, 2024 Transportation Commission meeting
• Public comment period for residents to discuss traffic concerns

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission is holding a regular meeting. The main business is electing a new president and vice president. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 9, 2024 meeting and hear staff and public comments. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Voting for new President and Vice President
• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2024 regular meeting
• Staff report and oral communications

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will consider two residential projects: a front-yard fence at 1517 South Sixth Street, with a concurrent application to exceed the 3-foot height limit, and ten window replacements at 912 Violeta Drive. Staff recommends approval for both, with conditions requiring horizontal grids on street-facing windows at the Violeta property. The board also will approve the October 22, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approval of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes (consent calendar)
• Approval with conditions of 10 window replacements at 912 Violeta Dr. (applicants Christynn Kanai and Scott Doughman) — required to add horizontal grids to street-facing windows #101, 102, 103, 111
• Approval without conditions of new front-yard vinyl fence at 1517 S. Sixth St. (applicant Juan Magni); concurrent zoning modification to exceed 3-ft height limit being processed

Library Board of Trustees

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate — the notice of a regular meeting of the Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed in the provided text.

City Council

This agenda is a notice of cancellation. The City Council cancelled its regular meetings on November 11 and November 25, 2024 due to holidays, and adjourned to December 9, 2024. No business was conducted or proposed for this date.

• Cancellation of November 11, 2024 meeting (Veteran's Day)
• Cancellation of November 25, 2024 meeting (Thanksgiving holiday)
• Next meeting scheduled for December 9, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

Parks & Recreation Board

The Commission will meet to elect a Vice-President for the 2024-2025 term. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Tree City USA.

• Election of Vice-President for the 2024-2025 term
• Discussion on Tree City USA
• Approval of October 2, 2024 meeting minutes

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The regular November 5, 2024 meeting of the Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 3, 2024.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission scheduled for November 4, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 18, 2024.

City Council

The Alhambra City Council adjourned its October 28 meeting to December 9, 2024, and cancelled its next two regularly scheduled meetings on November 11 and November 25 due to the Veteran's Day and Thanksgiving holidays. This agenda consists only of procedural adjournment and cancellation notices.

• Unanimous vote to adjourn to December 9, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.
• Cancellation of November 11, 2024 meeting (Veteran's Day)
• Cancellation of November 25, 2024 meeting (Thanksgiving holiday)

City Council

This is a special meeting with only closed session items. The City Council will confer with legal counsel on one matter of anticipated litigation and hold a performance evaluation for the City Manager. No public action items are scheduled.

• Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation (1 matter)
• Closed session: Public Employee Performance Evaluation – City Manager

City Council

The City Council will receive informational reports on rental housing market rates in Alhambra and neighboring cities and on traffic calming strategies. Under consent, the Council will consider approving the completion of the Almansor Court Exterior Improvement Project Phase II ($124,481), authorizing a bid notice for the Alhambra Dog Park Project, and approving a tract map for a seven-unit condominium at 1416 Benito Avenue. Additionally, the Council will discuss assigning a Disposition and Development Agreement to the Cesar Chavez Foundation for a proposed affordable housing project in downtown Alhambra (agenda text incomplete).

• Consider assignment of DDA to Cesar Chavez Foundation for affordable housing project in downtown Alhambra
• Receive and file rental cost comparison data for Alhambra and neighboring cities
• Informational presentation on traffic calming strategies
• Authorize bid notice for Alhambra Dog Park Project (funded by ARPA)
• Approve Tract Map No. 83544 for 7-unit condominium at 1416 Benito Avenue

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular October 23, 2024 meeting of the Alhambra Historic Preservation Commission has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will be on December 4, 2024.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is meeting to discuss and potentially approve three residential improvement applications. These include requests for new gates, fences, and window replacements at three different properties.

• 601 South Meridian Ave: Proposed 5’-9” high iron gate and three window replacements
• 929 South Eighth Street: Proposed 3 ft. and 6 ft. high block wall and iron gate
• 2409 Poplar Boulevard: Proposed 3 ft. high wood fence and sliding gate in front yard, and 6 ft. high wood fence on side and rear lines

Planning Commission

The October 21, 2024 regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on November 4, 2024. No items were discussed or decided.

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

This regular meeting of the Alhambra Arts and Cultural Events Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2024. No business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled; next meeting November 20, 2024

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting featuring a closed session. The session includes discussions with a real property negotiator regarding a specific property and potential consultations with the City Attorney on litigation and personnel matters.

• Closed session regarding property negotiations for 401 Corto Street between the City Manager and the YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley

City Council

The City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance requiring registration and maintenance of vacant commercial properties. The consent agenda includes accepting grants for library book delivery ($4,302), pedestrian and bicycle safety ($35,000), and ABC underage drinking prevention ($39,100), along with approving a partnership for the 626 Golden Streets event and accepting completion of asbestos abatement at the Shorb Clinic.

• First reading of ordinance adding Chapter 6.28 to establish vacant property regulations with registration fees and maintenance requirements
• Accept $4,302 California State Library Zipbooks grant for book delivery to homebound residents
• Accept $35,000 Office of Traffic Safety grant for pedestrian and bicycle safety programs
• Accept $39,100 ABC grant for underage drinking prevention training and enforcement
• Approve MOA for 626 Golden Streets Mission to Mission event on June 22, 2025, with $20,000 in-kind match

Youth Commission

The Alhambra Youth Commission will hold a regular meeting to elect a new president and vice president, approve minutes from April 2024, and receive staff and oral communications. This is a largely procedural agenda focused on internal leadership and record-keeping.

• Voting for new president and vice president
• Approval of minutes from the April 9, 2024 regular meeting

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider and is recommended to approve a 2,032-square-foot, two-story addition to an existing single-family home at 805 South Ninth Street, including a new attached garage and a detached ADU. Four other projects involve minor exterior improvements or new signage at commercial and residential properties. The consent calendar includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• 805 South Ninth Street: new 2,032 SF 2-story addition and attached 2-car garage (DRB-2024-00067)
• 2216 West Main Street: one wall-mounted sign for a commercial tenant (DRB-2024-00081)
• 208 North Cordova Street: exterior improvements and remodeling of a 2-story residence (DRB-2024-00069)
• 230 West Main Street: new metal panel screens on the roof of a 2-story commercial building (DRB-2024-00104)
• 69 East Main Street: vertical extension of storefront system with Spandrel glass (DRB-2024-00111)

Library Board of Trustees

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees scheduled for October 8, 2024 has been canceled by the board president. The next regular meeting will be held on November 12, 2024.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission scheduled for October 7, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on October 21, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Alhambra City Hall Council Chambers.

• Regular meeting cancelled (Notice No. N2M24-119)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to elect a President and Vice President. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Tree City USA and a review of news and events.

• Election of President and Vice President
• Discussion of Tree City USA

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The October 1, 2024, meeting of the Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee was cancelled by the Committee Secretary. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 5, 2024.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will receive an informational presentation on the city's Historic Preservation Program, covering completed Phases 1 and 2 and an introduction to Phase 3, which involves drafting a Historic Preservation Ordinance. The draft ordinance will be released on September 26, 2024, with public input accepted through November 18, 2024. The Commission also will elect officers for 2024-2025 and receive training on the Brown Act and conflict of interest.

• Election of President and Vice-President for 2024-2025
• Training on the Brown Act, FPCC Conflict of Interest, and Rosenberg's Rules of Order
• Presentation on Phase 1 (Historic Context Statement) and Phase 2 (Citywide Survey of 865 potentially historic properties)
• Introduction to Phase 3: drafting a Historic Preservation Ordinance, with draft released September 26, 2024
• Public outreach plan: mailings, social media, and district meetings in October/November 2024

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will consider three discussion items: a permit for two new concrete masonry unit walls at 1836 South Chapel Avenue, a sign application for Chicha San Chen at 30 West Main Street, and a wall sign for Kue's at 201 West Main Street. The board will also approve minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting.

• Conditional approval for 6-foot and 2-3-foot CMU walls at 1836 South Chapel Avenue requiring neighbor agreements
• Sign approval for Chicha San Chen at 30 West Main Street including storefront repainting
• Wall sign approval for Kue's at 201 West Main Street
• Approval of September 10, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on a $11,284 JAG grant for police technology, then consider the first reading of an ordinance to regulate short-term rentals (including a cap of 500 permits and annual self-certification). They will also receive informational presentations on earthquake safety and home occupation permits, and accept several grants, including $6,428 for library e-resources and $148,000 for traffic enforcement.

• Public hearing on Edward Byrne Memorial JAG grant ($11,284) to outfit a sergeant vehicle with police technology
• First reading of Ordinance O2M24-4836 establishing Chapter 5.92 for short-term rental regulations (cap of 500 permits, annual building inspection report, occupancy limits)
• Accept $6,428 from California Library Services Act for e-books and e-audiobooks via Overdrive/Libby
• Accept $148,000 Office of Traffic Safety grant for Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (DUI enforcement, pedestrian and bicycle safety)
• Presentation on earthquake safety and emergency operations, and home occupation permits (staff recommends no code changes)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Alhambra City Council. The only agenda item is a closed session to confer with legal counsel on existing litigation and with the city’s labor negotiator. No public actions or votes are scheduled.

• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation – Nancy Khoa v. City of Alhambra (LASC Case No. 23AHCV02555) and WCAB Case No. ADJ15212558 (Steven Carr)
• Closed session: Conference with labor negotiator Mariam Ko regarding Executive Management and Confidential Employees, Alhambra Management Employees Association, and Alhambra City Employees’ Association

Environmental Sustainability Commission

The Commission will hold elections for President and Vice President and vote to approve minutes from the March 14, 2024 meeting. Members will receive updates on waste recycling, water programs, and turf rebates, and will discuss the City's Sustainability Plan with consultant ESA.

• Election of Commission President and Vice President
• Update on Sustainability and Bike & Pedestrian Plans
• Update on Organics Waste Recycling Program
• Update on Safe Clean Water Program
• Update on Turf Replacement Rebate

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The commission will meet to review the minutes from June 19, 2024, and discuss Alhambra District art projects. The meeting also includes a staff report and opportunities for public and committee communication.

• Approval of June 19, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of Alhambra District art projects

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit (CUP-23-27) to allow an existing Recovery Bridge Housing facility at 1825 & 1827 Cedar Street, which has been operating since 2019. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from August 5, 2024. No other discussion items are scheduled.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP-23-27 for an existing Recovery Bridge Housing facility at 1825 & 1827 Cedar Street
• Consent agenda approval of minutes from the August 5, 2024 regular meeting

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for an existing Recovery Bridge Housing facility at 1825 & 1827 Cedar Street, allowing the group residential use to continue. The approval was unanimous (9-0) and included a finding that the project is exempt from CEQA review. The commission also approved the August 5, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0-1). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP-23-27 for Recovery Bridge Housing facility at 1825 & 1827 Cedar Street (9-0)
• Approved August 5, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0-1, Garcia abstained)

Environmental Sustainability Commission

The September 12, 2024 regular meeting of the Alhambra Environmental Sustainability Commission has been cancelled by order of the Commission Secretary. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 14, 2024.

• Regular meeting of September 12, 2024 cancelled per Commission Secretary order

Transportation Commission

The Alhambra Transportation Commission will meet to review a city-wide speed survey presented by Transtech Engineers. The commission is tasked with reviewing the report and providing direction following public comment.

• Presentation of the 2023/2024 Engineering and Traffic Survey by Transtech Engineers

Youth Commission

The Alhambra Youth Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 10, 2024, with the main action being a vote to select a new president and vice president. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its April 9, 2024 meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including a staff report and oral communications.

• Vote to elect new president and vice president
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 9, 2024

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider and likely approve several routine design applications, including a sign package for Mister Car Wash at 1301 West Valley Boulevard, repainting of a commercial building at 1001 South Garfield Avenue, a front patio and remodel at 1521 South Monterey Street, a uniform sign program at 19 South Garfield Avenue, and a home addition at 3161 Midvale Place. The consent calendar includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• 11 signs (channel letters, logos, monument signs) for Mister Car Wash at 1301 West Valley Blvd
• Repaint stucco walls of 2-story commercial building at 1001 South Garfield Ave with conditions
• New front patio and exterior remodel of single-family home at 1521 South Monterey St
• Uniform Sign Program for 6-tenant commercial building at 19 South Garfield Ave
• 1,148 SF addition and new garage at 3161 Midvale Place single-family residence

The Alhambra Design Review Board approved all five discussion items, each with specific conditions of approval. The projects include new signage for Mister Car Wash, a stucco repaint, a home remodel, a uniform sign program, and a residential addition. All votes were unanimous (3-0) with two members absent.

• Approved 11 signs for Mister Car Wash at 1301 W Valley Blvd with conditions (3-0)
• Approved stucco repaint at 1001 S Garfield Ave with conditions (3-0)
• Approved front patio and remodel at 1521 S Monterey St with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Uniform Sign Program at 19 S Garfield Ave with conditions (3-0)
• Approved addition and garage at 3161 Midvale Pl with conditions (3-0)
• Approved August 27, 2024 minutes (3-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The board is holding a regular meeting. The provided agenda text contains only procedural notice and does not list specific discussion items or decisions.

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will review a draft Friendship City Policy, accept a street dedication for the Shorb Community Center project, and consider new contracts for police vehicles and helicopter law enforcement services. The Council will also vote on ordinances to update prima facie speed limits and amend employee probation periods, while cancelling a previously awarded diesel dump truck contract due to emissions regulations.

• Accept quitclaim deed for Shorb Street dedication to Shorb Community Center project
• Approve 5-year helicopter law enforcement services agreement with Los Angeles County (cost: <$25,500/year)
• Cancel $126,948.69 diesel dump truck contract; replace with electric model due to CARB regulations
• Award $290,481.50 contract for five police patrol vehicles via cooperative purchase agreement
• Adopt ordinance updating prima facie speed limits on 9 street segments citywide

The City Council approved the Alhambra Friendship City Policy with amendments including language about San Gabriel Valley community sponsors, documentation via statement of affirmation, and removal of section 6B. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including accepting a quitclaim deed from the school district, approving a helicopter law enforcement services agreement, rescinding a dump truck contract, awarding a contract for police vehicles, adopting ordinances on speed limits and probationary periods, and implementing CUPCCAA.

• Approved Friendship City Policy with amendments (4-0)
• Accepted quitclaim deed from Alhambra Unified School District for Shorb Street (4-0)
• Approved 5-year helicopter law enforcement services agreement with LA County (4-0)
• Rescinded dump truck contract with Rush Truck Centers ($126,948.69) (4-0)
• Awarded contract to National Auto Fleet Group for five police patrol vehicles ($290,481.50) (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance updating prima facie speed limits (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending probationary period for employees (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance implementing CUPCCAA for public construction projects (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Alhambra Parks and Recreation Commission regular meeting scheduled for September 4, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for October 2, 2024.

• No items were scheduled; the meeting was cancelled.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission scheduled for September 3, 2024, has been cancelled by the Planning Commission Secretary. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 16, 2024.

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The committee will receive input on the draft 2023-24 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER), which reviews the city's use of HUD funds for housing and community development programs. Progress reports from Senior Services, Code Enforcement, Housing Rights, and Home Improvement programs will be received and filed. Staff will update on the intent to reprogram funds to HOME Major Rehabilitation. The committee's comments will be submitted to the City Council on September 23, 2024.

• Draft 2023-24 CAPER: $847,164 in CDBG Entitlement funds; total housing expenditures of $1,283,785.50
• Senior Case Management: 103 clients served, 5,959 meals delivered, 1,270 telephone calls
• Code Enforcement: 532 complaints investigated, 118 identified as health and safety
• Housing Rights Center: 513 clients served; top issues rent increases (105) and evictions (45)
• Staff update: CHDO bulletin with intent to reprogram to HOME Major Rehabilitation

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will discuss four projects: storefront improvements at 43 East Valley Boulevard, a new second residential unit at 2117 El Paseo Street, exterior alterations and six new tenant units at a commercial center at 1420 West Valley Boulevard, and a walkway canopy connecting a skilled nursing facility to a future medical building at 1428 South Marengo Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from August 13, 2024.

• Exterior storefront improvements at 43 East Valley Boulevard, including new doors and entrance on South Stoneman Avenue
• New 1,839 SF attached second residential unit with two-car garage at 2117 El Paseo Street
• Exterior alterations and redesign of two buildings with six new tenant units at 1420 West Valley Boulevard, subject to conditions on signage and tree removal
• Free-standing walkway canopy connecting skilled nursing facility to future medical building at 1428 South Marengo Avenue & 1658 West Valley Boulevard

The Alhambra Design Review Board approved all five items on the agenda, including a consent item for meeting minutes and four development applications. Each application was approved unanimously with conditions where noted, such as adding canopy illustrations or removing exposed rafters. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved August 13, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved exterior storefront improvements at 43 East Valley Boulevard with conditions (5-0)
• Approved second unit at 2117 El Paseo Street with conditions (5-0)
• Approved commercial center redesign at 1420 West Valley Boulevard with conditions (5-0)
• Approved walkway canopy at 1428 South Marengo Avenue & 1658 West Valley Boulevard without conditions (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider first reading of an ordinance adding Chapter 5.92 to the Municipal Code to establish regulations for short-term rentals, including permit requirements, annual renewal, and enforcement tools. The Council will also receive an update on the Comprehensive Environmental Sustainability Plan and direct staff on next steps. Consent agenda items include authorizing RFPs for EV charging stations at three parks, design services for the Fremont Pocket Park, banking services, investment management, and awarding a contract for organic recycling marketing.

• First reading of Ordinance O2M24-4836 adding Chapter 5.92 (Short Term Rentals) to the Municipal Code
• Update on Comprehensive Environmental Sustainability Plan with community outreach summary
• Authorize RFP for up to 18 EV charging stations at Alhambra Park, Granada Park, and Joslyn Center
• Authorize RFP for professional design services for Fremont Pocket Park (funded by state parks grant)
• Award contract to City Fabrick for marketing SB 1383 organic recycling collection programs

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Alhambra City Council convened solely for a closed session. The council will discuss real property negotiations for a 0.42-acre public parking lot on Second Street with American Family Housing, existing worker's compensation litigation, and labor negotiations with the Alhambra Fire Fighters' Association. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Closed session: Conference with real property negotiator re 0.42-acre parking lot (APN 5344-026-915) on Second Street south of Main Street, with American Family Housing
• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel on worker's compensation claims (nos. 23016752, 11145110001; WCAB ADJ10014797, ADJ10014796, ADJ11441356; COAL-5179 – Denise Fernandez)
• Closed session: Conference with labor negotiator re Alhambra Fire Fighters' Association

The Alhambra City Council met in special session and immediately moved into closed session to discuss real property negotiations with American Family Housing, existing litigation, and labor negotiations with the Fire Fighters' Association. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after reconvening.

• Entered closed session for real property negotiation (0.42 acres on Second Street)
• Entered closed session for existing litigation (worker's compensation claims)
• Entered closed session for labor negotiation with Alhambra Fire Fighters' Association
• Adjourned meeting at 6:25 p.m. with no further business

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The Arts & Cultural Events Commission will consider approving the June 19 meeting minutes and discuss ongoing Alhambra District Art Projects. A staff report on upcoming events will also be presented. No votes on new ordinances or spending are listed.

• Approval of the June 19, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of Alhambra District Art Projects (utility box wraps, entrance signage, uplighting for City Hall)
• Staff report on Summer Serenade and Movies in the Park events
• Public communication period for items not on the agenda

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for August 19, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on September 3, 2024.

Design Review Board

The board will consider approving minutes from July 23 and four design review applications. Items include a new fence at 1617-1621 West Shorb Street, a wall and gate at 1721 South Granada Avenue, a sign for Auntie Qiu Kitchen at 16 West Main Street, and a multiple-sign package for Mister Car Wash at 1301 West Valley Boulevard. Each application includes recommended conditions or approval.

• 1617-1621 West Shorb Street: new 3-ft wrought-iron fence and 6-ft vinyl fence; approval with conditions to confirm post heights.
• 1721 South Granada Avenue: rebuild 6-ft CMU wall and replace gate; recommended approval without conditions.
• 16 West Main Street: new wall-mounted sign and blade sign re-face for Auntie Qiu Kitchen; approval conditioned on relocating blade sign.
• 1301 West Valley Boulevard: ten signs including channel letters, monument signs for Mister Car Wash; approval conditions require reducing monument sign height from 20 ft to 15 ft and revising lighting.

The Alhambra Design Review Board approved all four applications on the agenda, each with specific conditions. The projects include a fence and railing installation at 1617-1621 West Shorb Street, a wall and gate rebuild at 1721 South Granada Avenue, signage for Auntie Qiu Kitchen at 16 West Main Street, and signage for Mister Car Wash at 1301 West Valley Boulevard. All approvals were unanimous, with one abstention on the consent calendar item.

• Approved minutes of July 23, 2024 (4-0-1, Ng abstained)
• Approved fence and railing at 1617-1621 W Shorb St with conditions (5-0)
• Approved wall and gate rebuild at 1721 S Granada Ave with conditions (5-0)
• Approved signage for Auntie Qiu Kitchen at 16 W Main St with conditions (5-0)
• Approved signage for Mister Car Wash at 1301 W Valley Blvd with conditions (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees scheduled for August 13, 2024, was canceled by order of the Board President. The next meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2024.

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will vote for a new President and Vice President at this regular meeting. They will also consider approving the minutes from the April 9, 2024 meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with staff and oral communications.

• Election of new President and Vice President
• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2024 regular meeting

City Council

The Alhambra City Council has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for August 12, 2024. The next regular meeting is set for August 26, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

Parks & Recreation Board

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for August 7, 2024, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of quorum.

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The August 6, 2024 regular meeting of the Alhambra Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 3, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. in Conference Room A of Alhambra City Hall.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to allow the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits at a grocery store. The body will also consider two one-year extensions for previously approved development permits.

• Public hearing for CUP-24-01 to allow an Off-Sale General alcoholic beverage license at Asia Supermarket (910 West Valley Boulevard)
• One-year extension request for a 733 square foot addition and parking reconfiguration for a nursery school at 2834 West Main Street
• One-year extension request for a music school at 226 West Main Street

The Alhambra Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit allowing off-sale alcohol (beer, wine, distilled spirits) at Asia Supermarket, 910 West Valley Boulevard, amending prior conditions. The commission also approved one-year extensions for a nursery school at 2834 West Main Street and a music school at 226 West Main Street, and approved the June 3, 2024 meeting minutes. All votes were unanimous except the minutes, which passed 5-0 with four abstentions.

• Approved CUP-24-01 for off-sale alcohol at Asia Supermarket, 910 W Valley Blvd (10-0)
• Approved one-year extension for PD-22-40/CUP-22-17 (nursery school) at 2834 W Main St (9-0)
• Approved one-year extension for PD-23-55/CUP-23-18 (music school) at 226 W Main St (9-0)
• Approved June 3, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0, 4 abstentions)

Environmental Sustainability Commission

The special meeting of the Environmental Sustainability Commission scheduled for July 24, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on September 12, 2024.

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will vote on seven agenda items, including consent calendar minutes and six discussion items for small-scale exterior changes. All items except the sign at 810 East Valley Boulevard are recommended for unconditional approval; that sign must be reduced to a maximum height of 32 inches and resubmitted for verification.

• 1217 Saint Charles Terrace: approval of four window replacements on a Craftsman residence
• 201 West Main Street: approval to reface fence/rails, add wood siding, repaint stucco, fascia, and clock structure on a commercial restaurant
• 949 South Meridian Avenue: approval for new 6-ft wrought iron gate, motorized swing gate, and sliding gate behind landscaping
• 1200 South Sierra Vista Avenue: approval to repair retaining wall, install metal gate, vinyl fence, new paving, and artificial turf
• 810 East Valley Boulevard: approval with conditions for one wall-mounted sign, requiring height reduction to 32 inches and revised drawings

The Design Review Board approved six applications with conditions, including window replacements, exterior renovations, and a new gate, and continued one application for a retaining wall and fence redesign. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved window replacements at 1217 Saint Charles Terrace with conditions (5-0)
• Approved exterior re-facing at 201 West Main Street with conditions (5-0)
• Approved new gates at 949 South Meridian Avenue with conditions (5-0)
• Continued retaining wall and fence project at 1200 South Sierra Vista Avenue for redesign (5-0)
• Approved exterior repaint at 2 West Main Street with conditions (5-0)
• Approved new sign at 810 East Valley Boulevard with conditions (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 9, 2024 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the extension of moratoriums on self-storage and firearm sales businesses. The body is also considering a commercial development project at Palm and Pepper involving three quick-serve restaurants.

• Proposed Palm and Pepper Commercial Development featuring Starbucks, Raising Cane’s, and Panda Express
• Urgency Ordinance O2M24-4832 to extend the self-storage project moratorium for one year
• Urgency Ordinance O2M24-4833 to extend the moratorium on new firearm sales businesses until July 22, 2025
• General Plan and Zoning Map amendments for parcels at 146 S. Palm Ave, 127 S. Raymond Ave, 132 S. Palm Ave, 2018 Teagarden Ln, and 126 S. Palm Ave
• Commendations for three Environmental Scholarship Award recipients of $1,000 each

The City Council approved the Palm and Pepper Commercial Development, a 7,053-square-foot project with three drive-through restaurants (Starbucks, Raising Cane's, and Panda Express) on a 2.7-acre site. The approval included a General Plan Map Amendment, Zoning Map Amendment, Planned Development Permits, Conditional Use Permits, a Tentative Parcel Map, and a Mitigated Negative Declaration. The council also extended moratoriums on self-storage projects and new firearm sales businesses, and approved over $1.1 million for new police radios.

• Approved Palm and Pepper Commercial Development with drive-throughs (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O2M24-4832 extending self-storage moratorium for one year (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O2M24-4833 extending firearm sales business moratorium for one year (4-1)
• Awarded $1,137,739.51 contract to Motorola Solutions for police portable radios (5-0)
• Accepted $1,200,000 HUD grant for Valley Boulevard multimodal improvements (5-0)
• Approved $60,000 SGVCOG grant for homeless services (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O2M24-4831 for zoning code cleanup (5-0)
• Approved utility box public art with $800 from Public Art Fund (5-0)

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The Alhambra Arts & Cultural Events Commission is meeting to approve the June 19, 2024 meeting minutes and discuss Alhambra District Art Projects. Other items include a staff report and public comments. The agenda is largely procedural with no new major decisions listed.

• Approval of June 19, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of Alhambra District Art Projects
• Staff report on upcoming events
• Public communication period

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission has cancelled its July 15, 2024 regular meeting. The next scheduled meeting will be held on August 5, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Alhambra City Hall. No items were discussed due to the cancellation.

• Regular meeting of July 15, 2024 cancelled; next meeting scheduled for August 5, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 111 South First Street, Alhambra

Environmental Sustainability Commission

The July 11, 2024, regular meeting of the Alhambra Environmental Sustainability Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 12, 2024.

• Cancellation of the July 11, 2024, regular meeting

Transportation Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Transportation Commission scheduled for July 10, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 11, 2024.

• Cancellation of the July 10, 2024, regular meeting

Youth Commission

This notice is a cancellation of the regular meeting scheduled for July 9, 2024. The cancellation was ordered by the Parks and Recreation Supervisor. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for August 13, 2024.

• Cancellation of the July 9, 2024, regular meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The provided text is a formal notice for the July 9, 2024, meeting of the Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees. The document contains only procedural information regarding the meeting time and location and does not list specific agenda items.

City Council

The regular meeting of the Alhambra City Council scheduled for July 8, 2024, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 22, 2024.

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for July 2, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 6, 2024.

• Cancellation of the July 2, 2024 meeting
• Next regular meeting scheduled for August 6, 2024

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission scheduled for July 1, 2024, has been cancelled by order of the Planning Commission Secretary. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on July 15, 2024.

• Cancellation of the July 1, 2024 regular meeting

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will consider a new wall sign for the business ‘Jumpin’ Lobster’ at 118 West Main Street. Additionally, the board will review an application for a 6 ft. high iron fence and motorized gate at 15 South Chapel Avenue.

• New wall sign for ‘Jumpin’ Lobster’ at 118 West Main Street
• 6 ft. high iron fence and motorized rolling gate at 15 South Chapel Avenue
• Approval of June 11, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a zoning text amendment and the fiscal year 2024-25 appropriation limit. The meeting also includes the rotation of the Mayor and Vice Mayor positions. Additionally, the council will review proposals for recycling marketing services and street rehabilitation engineering.

• Public hearing for zoning text amendment (Ordinance O2M24-4831) to update the municipal code
• Establishment of the $189,333,947 appropriation limit for fiscal year 2024-25
• Authorization of an RFP for recycling marketing services using $60,000 in grant funds
• Rotation of Mayor Sasha Renée Pérez and Vice Mayor Katherine Lee

City Council

The special meeting focuses on items held in closed session. The Council will confer with real property negotiators regarding several parcels, including a lot on Second Street. The Council will also meet with legal counsel regarding existing litigation and labor negotiators for various employee associations.

• Negotiation for ~0.42 acres on Second Street with American Family Housing
• Negotiations for properties at APN 5345-014-902 and APN 5345-017-015
• Negotiations for property at 1400 Siwanoy and APN 5351-021-900
• Discussion of litigation: Nancy Khoa v. City of Alhambra
• Labor negotiations for various city employee associations

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The Alhambra Arts & Cultural Events Commission will meet to approve minutes from the May 15, 2024 meeting. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Alhambra District Art Projects and staff reports.

• Approval of May 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Alhambra District Art Projects
• Review of staff reports

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission scheduled for June 17, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on July 1, 2024.

Youth Commission

The commission will hold a regular meeting to conduct administrative business. The agenda includes voting for new leadership and approving minutes from the April 9, 2024, meeting.

• Election of a new President and Vice President
• Approval of April 9, 2024, meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The board will consider a commercial signage and exterior remodel project on West Valley Boulevard. They will also review an application for a 1,281 square foot two-story residential addition on South El Molino Street. Additionally, the City Architect is scheduled to conduct a training session for board members.

• Signage and exterior remodel at 2718 West Valley Boulevard
• A 1,281 square foot two-story addition at 105 South El Molino Street
• Training session for board members by the City Architect

Library Board of Trustees

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees scheduled for June 11, 2024, has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for July 9, 2024.

City Council

The Alhambra City Council's regular meeting scheduled for June 10, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 24, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: June 24, 2024, 6:00 p.m.

Parks & Recreation Board

This agenda outlines routine administrative business for the Alhambra Parks and Recreation Commission. The commission will approve minutes from previous meetings, elect officers for the 2024–2025 term, and review Tree City USA updates. No policy proposals or budget items are included.

• Approval of March 6, 2024 meeting minutes (April and May meetings were cancelled due to lack of quorum)
• Election of President and Vice President for the 2024–2025 term
• Tree City USA program discussion
• News & Events and oral communications periods

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The Alhambra Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for June 4, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 2, 2024.

• Cancellation of the June 4, 2024, meeting

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a proposal for a 7,053-square-foot commercial development at several South Palm Avenue and South Raymond Avenue locations. The agenda also includes a property transfer to the West San Gabriel Valley YMCA and an extension for a self-storage project on Orange Street.

• Proposed 7,053 sq ft commercial development with three quick-serve restaurants
• Zoning change from Industrial to Commercial Mixed-Use at South Palm Avenue sites
• One-year extension for a self-storage building project at 2121 Orange Street
• Property transfer from the City to West San Gabriel Valley YMCA at 401 Corto Street

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will vote on two items: a redesign of trash enclosures at Pet Smart and Big Lots on West Commonwealth Avenue, and an exterior remodel of a detached garage at 1315 West Commonwealth Avenue. Both projects are recommended for approval without conditions. The board will also consider approving minutes from the May 14 meeting.

• Redesign of two 120 SF trash enclosures at 2568 West Commonwealth Avenue, visible from South Fremont Avenue
• Exterior remodel of a detached 3-car garage at 1315 West Commonwealth Avenue with new stucco finish
• Approval of action minutes from May 14, 2024 regular meeting

City Council

This agenda is a notice of cancellation for the Alhambra City Council regular meeting scheduled for May 27, 2024. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 24, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.

• Regular meeting of May 27, 2024 cancelled
• Next regular meeting scheduled for June 24, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

The May 20, 2024 regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 3, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Alhambra City Hall, 111 South First Street.

• Meeting cancelled per Planning Commission Secretary order
• Next meeting: June 3, 2024, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers, 111 South First Street

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The Alhambra City Arts & Cultural Events Commission will hold its regular meeting to elect a president and vice president for the 2024–2025 term. The agenda also covers approval of prior minutes, updates on district art projects, and staff reports on public mural designs and lobby gallery exhibitions. This commission manages city arts programming and public installations that serve Alhambra residents. No final votes or meeting outcomes are recorded in this document.

• Election of President and Vice President for the 2024–2025 term
• Approval of the April 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Updates on Alhambra District Art Projects research and quote collection
• Staff report on design feedback for a wall mural at 69 East Main Street
• Approvals for three artists to exhibit in the City Hall Lobby Art Gallery through 2025

Youth Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The commission will conduct a roll call, approve previous meeting minutes, and hear staff and commission reports.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider four discussion items, including a patio remodel, new signage, a fence and gate for an automotive business, and exterior improvements for an El Pollo Loco. The board will also vote to approve minutes from two previous meetings. The most notable item is a fence for an auto service business at 2100 West Valley Boulevard, which requires design changes to remove pointed spears.

• 2100 West Valley Blvd: New 6-foot wrought iron fence and gate for auto service business, approved with conditions to remove pointed spear tops and add a third horizontal rail.
• 2513 South Fremont Ave: Patio remodel and fence replacement on a single-family home, approved without conditions.
• 2130 West Valley Blvd: One new non-illuminated channel letter foam sign for a commercial building, approved without conditions.
• 2528 West Commonwealth Ave: New signage, canopies, and exterior façade improvements for El Pollo Loco, approved without conditions.

Library Board of Trustees

The Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees will review monthly activity reports for July 2023 through March 2024, hear the Library Director's report, and receive a presentation on the 2024 Summer Reading Program. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the March 12, 2024 meeting. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Review activity reports covering circulation, information transactions, interlibrary loan, and program attendance for FY 23/24
• Library Director's report on building projects, maintenance, utilities, automation, and programs
• Approve minutes of the March 12, 2024 regular meeting
• 2024 Summer Reading Program presentation (information only)
• Board communications and future agenda items

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will hold public hearings on renewing the Public Works Maintenance and Improvement District No. 1 for FY 2024-25 (with assessments unchanged) and on approving the 2024-25 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds, estimated at $1,311,313 and $569,982 respectively. The council will also receive an amended budget review and adopt budget adjustments for FY 2023-24 and 2024-25, and hear an update on the historic preservation survey (Phase 2).

• Public hearing: Renewal of Public Works Maintenance and Improvement District No. 1 (Zones A, B, C) with unchanged assessments
• Public hearing: Approve 2024-25 Annual Action Plan for CDBG ($1,311,313) and HOME ($569,982) funds
• Adopt Resolution R2M24-20 for FY 2023-24 and 2024-25 budget adjustments
• Award contract to Sanz Construction Inc. for $128,251 for Almansor Court Exterior Improvement Project Phase II
• Award contract to School Nutrition Plus, Inc. for $88,560 for 2024 Summer Food Service Program

Environmental Sustainability Commission

The regular meeting of the Environmental Sustainability Commission scheduled for May 9, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 11, 2024.

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will review staff reports and provide direction on three resident-led traffic requests. These include evaluations for new stop signs, speed calming measures, and red curb installations.

• All way stop request at Alhambra Road and Primrose Avenue
• Traffic review for speed humps and calming measures on N Electric Avenue between Larch Avenue and West Main Street
• Red curb installation request at the intersection of Front Street and Curtis Lane

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The Alhambra HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee will review progress reports on senior services, code enforcement, fair housing, and rehabilitation programs. Staff requests the committee discuss and forward the FY 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan to the City Council for approval to guide CDBG and HOME fund use for low- and moderate-income households through June 30, 2025. The agenda also lists a proposed change to the regular meeting time from 7:00 pm to 6:00 pm, officer nominations, and an update on HUD grant procedures.

• Review FY 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME fund allocation (July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025)
• Receive progress reports: 96 senior case management clients served, 5050 meals delivered, 293 code enforcement complaints investigated
• Vote on changing regular meeting time from 7:00 pm to 6:00 pm
• Elect or nominate committee officers for the upcoming term
• Staff update on HUD CPD Notice 24-01 regarding FY 2024 grant agreement delays and pre-award cost waivers

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a citywide zoning text amendment (AMD-24-01) to address new state legislation and clarify ambiguous provisions. The commission will also consider consent items, including approving the April 1, 2024 minutes and granting a one-year extension for a previously approved car wash project at 2424 West Main Street.

• Public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment AMD-24-01, citywide, to amend zoning code for state law compliance
• Consent item: one-year extension to July 28, 2025 for Planned Development Permit PD-22-18 and Conditional Use Permit CUP-22-07 for a 3,364 sq ft automated car wash at 2424 West Main Street
• Approval of April 1, 2024 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Board

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for May 1, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for June 5, 2024.

• Cancellation of the May 1, 2024, regular meeting

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will consider two routine design projects: a patio, fence, and retaining wall replacement at 2513 South Fremont Avenue, and new illuminated signs at 203 West Valley Boulevard. Staff recommends approval for both without conditions. The board will also vote on minutes from the previous meeting.

• 2513 South Fremont Avenue: patio remodel, fence and retaining wall replacement on single-family property
• 203 West Valley Boulevard: three new channel letter signs and one channel logo sign, illuminated, on commercial building
• Both projects recommended for approval without conditions
• Consent calendar includes approval of April 9, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed adjustments to various city fees and service charges, the first increase since 2016, with a phased approach over three years. The consent agenda includes accepting grants, approving contracts, and authorizing bids for repairs and design services.

• Public hearing on fee schedule adjustments (Resolution R2M24-39)
• Accept $98,360.46 grant for water/wastewater arrearages
• Accept $218,610 CalRecycle grant for organics recycling
• Accept $452,298 UASI grant for police and fire equipment
• Approve $11,752 change order to Stantec for crosswalk design

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Alhambra City Council, primarily to hold a closed session to discuss negotiations with the YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley regarding the property at 401 Corto Street. The council will also consider potential litigation and personnel matters. No public action items are listed.

• Closed session: Real property negotiation for 401 Corto Street with YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley
• Closed session: Potential litigation and personnel matters
• Public comment allowed via Zoom, phone, or in person

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The commission will meet to approve the March 20, 2024, meeting minutes. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Alhambra District Art Projects and a staff report.

• Approval of March 20, 2024, regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of Alhambra District Art Projects
• Staff report presentation

Planning Commission

The April 15, 2024 regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 6, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Alhambra City Hall, 111 South First Street.

• Meeting cancelled per Planning Commission Secretary
• Next meeting: May 6, 2024, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers, 111 South First Street

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider three routine design applications: a door and window replacement with a patio remodel at a single-family home, a new tenant sign for Unison Health Services, and three new exterior signs for Dollar Tree. All items are recommended for approval, two with conditions. The board will also vote on minutes from the previous meeting.

• 1625 South Campbell Avenue: one door replacement, ten window replacements, and front covered patio remodel on a single-family dwelling (recommended approval without conditions)
• 2200 South Fremont Avenue: new tenant sign for Unison Health Services, Inc. on a 2-story office building (recommended approval with conditions, including sign height not exceeding 30 feet)
• 69 East Main Street: three new exterior tenant signs for Dollar Tree on a 1-story commercial building (recommended approval with conditions)

Library Board of Trustees

The Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees has canceled its regular meeting scheduled for April 9, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Library Boardroom, per the board president's order. The next regular meeting is set for May 14, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. This notice is procedural only, with no agenda items to report.

• Regular meeting of April 9, 2024 canceled
• Next meeting scheduled for May 14, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.

Youth Commission

The meeting consists of procedural items and reports. The Commission is scheduled to approve the minutes from the November 14, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of November 14, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Alhambra City Council is meeting to consider routine consent items, including adopting the 2024 Strategic Plan, awarding contracts for fire equipment and asbestos abatement, and amending a parking citation services contract. The agenda also includes informational updates and a discussion on council meeting norms and procedures.

• Adopt 2024 Strategic Plan with six goals
• Award $766,939.77 contract to L.N. Curtis & Sons for new SCBA equipment
• Award $85,135.77 contract to Western Extrication Specialists for rescue tools
• Approve $89,827.18 amendment for parking citation processing services
• Award $22,000 contract to Resource Environmental, Inc. for asbestos abatement

Parks & Recreation Board

This notice confirms that the regular meeting of the Alhambra Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for April 3, 2024, has been cancelled by the commission secretary. No agenda items, public hearings, or votes were processed because the session was called off. Residents should note that the next regularly scheduled meeting will occur on May 1, 2024.

• No substantive items, rezonings, contracts, or fee changes were on the agenda due to the cancellation.

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

This notice cancels the regular Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for April 2, 2024. The agenda contains only procedural cancellation notices with no substantive items or public hearings. The committee will reconvene on May 7, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no rezoning, contracts, or fee changes listed.

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with no public hearings. The main actions are the election of officers for 2024-2025 and receiving an informational report on commission roles, the Brown Act, and recent state housing law updates. The consent agenda includes approval of the March 18, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Election of President, Vice-President, and Secretary for 2024-2025
• Informational report on Planning Commission roles, Brown Act, and state housing law updates
• Approval of March 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider approving a new 6-foot-high concrete block wall at 901 East Norwood Place, replacing an existing wood fence. Staff recommends approval with conditions, including changing the cap color to red and studying a paint finish. The board will also approve minutes from the March 12, 2024 meeting.

• New 6-ft CMU wall at 901 East Norwood Place, applicant Winnie Wong
• Condition to revise topping cap color to red to match existing CMU design
• Condition to study paint color/finish for the wall
• Approval of March 12, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will choose one of four design options for a new 17,000-square-foot community center, a key step toward completing the environmental review. The council will also make annual appointments to city boards and commissions and vote on several consent agenda items, including a contract award and resolutions.

• Select one of four community center designs (Scheme I 'Around the Camp Fire', Scheme II 'Overlooks', Alternative I 'Flowscapes', Alternative II 'Connecting Gems')
• Award $85,000 contract to Sanz Construction for Alhambra Park Bandshell improvements
• Adopt resolution opposing California Initiative 21-0042A1 (Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act)
• Adopt resolution supporting peaceful resolution to Gaza-Israel conflict
• Approve $4,236,525.79 contract amendment with Kimley-Horn for Fremont Interchange Project engineering

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Alhambra City Council held to move into closed session for three confidential matters: existing litigation, real property negotiation, and labor negotiations. No public action is scheduled; the council will reconvene only to report on the closed session if required.

• Closed session: litigation Liling Zhong v. City of Alhambra (LASC Case No. 21STCV05140)
• Closed session: real property negotiation for 401 Corto Street with YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley
• Closed session: labor negotiation with Alhambra Police Dispatch Association

City Council

The Alhambra City Council is holding a special meeting to review and discuss the 2024 Draft Strategic Plan, which updates the plan adopted in 2023. The plan outlines six goals covering public safety, infrastructure, economic development, transparency, sustainability, and housing, along with an implementation plan. The council will direct staff as appropriate after the discussion.

• Review of 2024 Draft Strategic Plan with six goals
• Goal 1: Enhance Public Safety
• Goal 2: Improve Infrastructure and Mobility
• Goal 3: Create a Strong Financial Base and Strong Economic Base
• Goal 6: Improve Housing Opportunities

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The Alhambra Arts & Cultural Events Commission meeting consists primarily of procedural items, including the approval of the February 21, 2024, meeting minutes. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Alhambra District Art Projects and staff reports.

• Approval of February 21, 2024, regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of Alhambra District Art Projects

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a Conditional Use Permit for a Buddhist cultural worship hall and religious teaching center at 36 & 40 West Bay State Street, and a Planned Development Permit, Conditional Use Permit, and Lot Merger for a two-story automotive dealership at 1303, 1325, and 1345 West Main Street. Both items were continued from the March 4 meeting and are ready for a decision. The commission will also approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit CUP-23-30 for Guanyin Citta L.A., Inc. at 36 & 40 West Bay State Street (5,658 sq ft)
• Planned Development Permit PD-23-58, Conditional Use Permit CUP-23-24, and Lot Merger LOTM-23-07 for a 19,771 sq ft auto dealership on 1.04 acres at 1303, 1325, 1345 West Main Street
• Both projects are recommended for approval with CEQA exemptions (Class 1 and Class 32)
• Consent agenda includes approval of March 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes; appeal deadline is March 28, 2024

Environmental Sustainability Commission

The Environmental Sustainability Commission will discuss ideas for a stronger tree ordinance to protect native trees and encourage replacing front yard grass with California native plants. The body will also receive updates on city sustainability, waste, and water programs.

• Discussion on drafting a tree ordinance for native tree preservation and grass replacement
• Update on Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Plan with estimated costs of $15 million for pedestrian and $32 million for bicycle projects
• Update on Green Street Demonstration Project on Main St. funding application
• Update on Burke Heritage Park and Marengo Yard Stormwater Capture Project design RFP
• Announcement of Alhambra Recycles Event on April 6, 2024, at Granada Park

Transportation Commission

The regular meeting of the Transportation Commission scheduled for March 13, 2024, was cancelled by the Commission Secretary. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 8, 2024.

City Council

The Alhambra City Council is holding a special meeting for a strategic planning session with the City Manager, department heads, and a facilitator. The session will discuss Councilmembers' SWOT analysis survey results and set tentative goal definitions and priorities. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Strategic planning session with facilitator William R. Kelly of Kelly Associates Management Group
• Discussion of Councilmembers' SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) Analysis Survey results
• Setting tentative goal definitions and priorities

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will vote on four projects: a two-story addition at 1815 South Stoneman Avenue, a master sign program for a mixed-use building at 108-188 South Monterey Street, an exterior remodel at 116 North Granada Avenue, and a home addition at 1720 West Hellman Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• 1815 South Stoneman Avenue: 524 sq ft first-floor and 432 sq ft second-floor addition to a Craftsman house
• 108-188 South Monterey Street: Master Sign Program for a 5-story mixed-use building with 10 tenant spaces
• 116 North Granada Avenue: Exterior remodel of two single-family residences and a detached garage
• 1720 West Hellman Avenue: 628 sq ft addition to a single-family residence, approved with conditions for window and door specifications

Library Board of Trustees

This is a regular meeting of the Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees. The agenda text provided contains only the meeting notice and location; no specific agenda items are listed in the supplied document.

• Meeting location: Library Board Room, 101 S. First Street, 2nd Floor, Alhambra, CA

Youth Commission

The meeting consists of procedural items and reports. The Commission will consider the approval of minutes from the November 14, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of November 14, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Alhambra City Council held primarily to enter closed session. The council will discuss anticipated and existing litigation, real property negotiations, and personnel matters. No public action items are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session on anticipated litigation (1 matter)
• Closed session on existing litigation: Liling Zhong v. City of Alhambra, LASC Case No. 21STCV05140; Nancy Khoa v. City of Alhambra, LASC Case No. 23AHCV02555
• Closed session on real property negotiation for 401 Corto Street with YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley
• Closed session on personnel matters under Government Code Section 54957

City Council

The Alhambra City Council is holding a regular meeting. The main item is the adoption of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Plan, which includes a proposed reallocation of $14.4 million in Measure R funds. The Council will also consider several contracts, including an emergency roof repair, a pedestrian signal installation, and an HVAC maintenance amendment.

Parks & Recreation Board

The meeting agenda is primarily procedural. It includes the approval of minutes from December 6, 2023, and an item regarding Tree City USA. No specific new projects or contracts are listed for this session.

• Approval of December 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Tree City USA

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The Alhambra Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for March 5, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 2, 2024.

• Cancellation of the March 5, 2024, meeting

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a proposed second-story addition and detached garage at 2415 Whitney Drive, a Buddhist cultural worship hall at 36 & 40 West Bay State Street, and a new automotive dealership with lot merger at 1303-1345 West Main Street. The latter two hearings are recommended to be continued to March 18, 2024. The commission will also approve the February 5, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Planned Development Permit PD-21-23: 530 sq ft second-story addition and 400 sq ft detached garage at 2415 Whitney Drive
• Conditional Use Permit CUP-23-30: Buddhist cultural worship hall and religious teaching center in two commercial buildings (5,658 sq ft) at 36 & 40 West Bay State Street
• Planned Development Permit PD-23-58, Conditional Use Permit CUP-23-24, Lot Merger LOTM-23-07: two-story 19,771 sq ft automotive dealership and merger of three parcels at 1303, 1325, 1345 West Main Street
• Consent agenda: approval of February 5, 2024 meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The Alhambra Design Review Board will vote on several design applications, including new signage for a Starbucks at 1800 West Valley Boulevard and exterior renovations at 1121 South Granada Avenue. The board will also consider a continued hillside home addition at 1815 South Meridian Avenue and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• New signage for Starbucks at 1800 West Valley Boulevard
• Exterior remodel at 1121 South Granada Avenue with conditions
• Hillside home addition at 1815 South Meridian Avenue continued for study
• Exterior and interior remodel at 1500 Edgewood Drive
• Master sign program for 1924-1938 West Valley Boulevard

City Council

The Alhambra City Council is holding a special meeting solely to enter closed session to discuss existing litigation involving worker's compensation claims and to confer with legal counsel. No public action or decision is scheduled; the meeting is procedural and will adjourn after the closed session report.

• Closed session: existing litigation (worker's comp claims) - Ronald Thurston, Carl Randolph, Brandon Black
• City Attorney announcement and report on closed session matters

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will receive informational updates on East Los Angeles College, Republic Services, a transit feasibility study, and the 2023 accomplishments report. The main action item is adopting a resolution for FY 2023-24 budget adjustments. The consent agenda includes several contracts, grants, and bid authorizations.

• Adopt Resolution R2M24-5 for FY 2023-24 budget adjustments
• Award contract to First Trade LLC (dba YMC) for Almansor Gymnasium Window Replacement, not to exceed $249,500
• Accept $5,984 California State Library grant for summer lunch program
• Authorize RFP for Housing Element implementation consulting services
• Authorize RFP for Burke Heritage Park and Marengo Yard Stormwater Capture Project design

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The Alhambra Arts & Cultural Events Commission meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of January 17, 2024, minutes. The commission will also discuss Alhambra District Art Projects and receive staff reports.

• Approval of January 17, 2024, regular meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding Alhambra District Art Projects

Planning Commission

The February 20, 2024 regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 4, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Alhambra City Hall, 111 South First Street.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: March 4, 2024, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers, 111 South First Street

Design Review Board

The board will decide on four design projects: legalizing a metal rolling gate at 2122 South Fremont Avenue, new screen walls and a trash enclosure at the In-N-Out Burger at 1210 North Atlantic Boulevard, and home additions at 1700 Sarazen Drive and 2800 Front Street. Staff recommends approval for all items.

• In-N-Out Burger at 1210 North Atlantic Boulevard: new 584 SF covered trash enclosure and screen walls along Atlantic Boulevard, Huntington Drive, and Stoneman Avenue
• 2122 South Fremont Avenue: legalize a 16-foot-wide metal rolling gate, must be concealed behind awning during business hours
• 1700 Sarazen Drive: 208 SF east-side and 290 SF rear addition to a single-family home
• 2800 Front Street: 123 SF rear addition (walk-in closet, bathroom, tankless water heater) to a 949 SF home

Library Board of Trustees

The Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on February 13, 2024. The provided notice contains only the meeting time and location details.

Youth Commission

The meeting consists of procedural items and reports. The Commission will consider the approval of minutes from the November 14, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of November 14, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to allow medicinal cannabis delivery-only retailers in industrial zones. They are also considering the adoption of a Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Plan and the reallocation of $14.4 million in Measure R funds.

• Public hearing on medicinal cannabis delivery-only retailers in the Industrial Zone
• Adoption of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Plan
• Reallocation of $14.4 million in Measure R funds to Metro for plan implementation
• Approval of $43,500 contract for Almansor Street sewer main engineering design
• Acceptance of $513,000 in additional grant funds for playground replacements

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will hold a special meeting to consider a request for Councilmember Andrade-Stadler to participate and vote via video or teleconference due to medical reasons. The Council will also enter a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation and labor negotiations regarding the Alhambra Firefighters’ Association.

• Vote on Councilmember Andrade-Stadler's request for remote participation via video/teleconference
• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation
• Closed session regarding labor negotiations with the Alhambra Firefighters’ Association

Parks & Recreation Board

The Commission will review the minutes from the December 6, 2023, meeting. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Tree City USA, news, events, and oral communications.

• Approval of December 6, 2023, meeting minutes
• Tree City USA discussion

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee scheduled for February 6, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 5, 2024.

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two proposed businesses: an indoor children's playground and café at 230 West Main Street, and a Mathnasium learning center at 748 East Valley Boulevard. The commission will also consider a two-year extension for a previously approved commercial building project on East Main Street and receive an informational report on its roles and state housing law updates.

• Public hearing: Planned Development Permit PD-23-66 and Conditional Use Permit CUP-23-32 for a 5,931 sq ft indoor children's playground and café at 230 West Main Street
• Public hearing: Planned Development Permit PD-23-56, Conditional Use Permit CUP-23-23, and Variance VAR-23-17 for a Mathnasium learning center at 748 East Valley Boulevard
• Consent agenda: Resolution 24-06 approving a two-year extension for Planned Development Permit PD-20-41 and Lot Merger LOTM-21-04 for a new 11,691 sq ft commercial building at 918-924 East Main Street
• Discussion: Informational report on Planning Commission roles, Brown Act, and state housing law updates

Environmental Sustainability Commission

The Environmental Sustainability Commission is holding a virtual special meeting and workshop to welcome stakeholders for developing the City's Comprehensive Environmental Sustainability Plan, focused on Environment, Energy, and Climate. The meeting will be led by consultants Environmental Science Associates and Kearns & West, and will include discussion of priority environmental action items for Alhambra.

• Virtual workshop for Comprehensive Environmental Sustainability Plan
• Topic: Environment, Energy, and Climate
• Led by consultants Environmental Science Associates and Kearns & West
• Discussion of priority environmental action items for Alhambra

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a virtual workshop regarding the development of the City’s Comprehensive Environmental Sustainability Plan. The session focuses on the topic of Community Character and Identity and includes a discussion of priority environmental action items.

• Virtual workshop on Community Character and Identity
• Discussion of priority environmental action items

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission is convening for a virtual workshop regarding the development of the City’s Comprehensive Environmental Sustainability Plan. The session focuses on mobility and land use and will be led by consultants Environmental Science Associates and Kearns & West.

• Discussion of priority environmental action items for Alhambra

Transportation Commission

The Alhambra Transportation Commission will receive a presentation from Alta Planning + Design, Inc. regarding the Alhambra Bike and Pedestrian Plan. The commission will provide comments and direction on the proposed network and priority pedestrian improvements.

• Presentation of the Alhambra Bike and Pedestrian Plan by Alta Planning + Design, Inc.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider three residential design applications: a new front yard fence at 2208 Westboro Avenue, a porch extension at 109 South Primrose Avenue, and window replacements at 411 North Palm Avenue. All three items have a recommended action of approval without conditions. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• 2208 Westboro Avenue: new wrought iron fence, plaster columns, and gates for a Ranch-style house
• 109 South Primrose Avenue: porch column, stucco wall, and roof extension for a Ranch-style house
• 411 North Palm Avenue: revised window sizes, 12 window replacements, and new AC units with screening for a Tudor-style house
• Consent calendar approval of December 12, 2023 and January 9, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will hold a public hearing on extending interim regulations for medicinal cannabis delivery-only retailers, and will vote on the second reading of a comprehensive zoning code update. The council will also consider several contracts, including for pool deck coating, traffic signal design, and fireworks services.

• Public hearing to extend urgency ordinance regulating medicinal cannabis delivery-only retailers (O2M24-4825)
• Second reading and adoption of comprehensive zoning code update (O2M23-4823) and related General Plan amendments
• Contract amendment for parking hearing officer services, adding $30,000 (total $75,000) through June 2027
• Award contract to Garden State Fireworks, Inc. for 4th of July fireworks, $40,000 per year for 2024-2026
• Award contract to Empire Waterproofing Inc. for pool deck coating at Alhambra and Granada Park pools, $428,445

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Alhambra City Council with two main items: a vote on allowing Councilmember Andrade-Stadler to participate remotely due to medical reasons, and a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation and other confidential matters. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no staff reports or other substantive public business.

• Vote on Councilmember Andrade-Stadler's remote participation via video/teleconference (M2M24-10)
• Closed session on 2 matters of anticipated litigation (Govt. Code 54956.9(d)(2))
• Closed session may also cover real property negotiation, personnel, and labor negotiations

Arts & Cultural Events Commission

The commission will review Alhambra District Art Projects and receive staff reports. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and opportunities for public communication.

• Approval of November 15, 2023, regular meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Alhambra Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four continued items: a planned development permit for a garage and second unit at 1624 Front Street, a permit and variance for a second unit at 823 South Sierra Vista Avenue, a conditional use permit for motor vehicle sales at 424 West Valley Boulevard, and a revision to a permit for Dollar Tree at 69 East Main Street. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the December 4, 2023 meeting. No other discussion items are listed.

• 1624 Front Street: 427 sq ft garage, 1,526 sq ft second unit, legalize 45 sq ft addition (PD-22-30)
• 823 South Sierra Vista Avenue: 1,775 sq ft second unit with attached garage, convert garage to two-car (PD-23-62, VAR-23-18)
• 424 West Valley Boulevard: motor vehicle sales at existing commercial building (CUP-23-29)
• 69 East Main Street: revise Dollar Tree permit and parking variance (PD-22-37, VAR-22-09)
• Approve minutes of December 4, 2023 meeting

Environmental Sustainability Commission

The Alhambra Environmental Sustainability Commission will vote on approving the November 16, 2023 meeting minutes and receive updates on sustainability plans, organics recycling, the Safe Clean Water Program, and tree planting at Alhambra Park. Commissioners will also discuss ideas for drafting a stronger tree ordinance to save native trees and encourage replacing grass front yards with California native plants. Public comment is limited to five minutes per speaker.

• Approve 11-16-23 meeting minutes
• Update on Sustainability and Bike & Pedestrian Plans
• Update on Organics Waste Recycling Program
• Update on Safe Clean Water Program
• Discussion on drafting a stronger tree ordinance to save native trees and promote California native plants in front yards

Transportation Commission

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Transportation Commission scheduled for January 10, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 13, 2024.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider changing its meeting time from 7:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. effective January 23, 2024. The board also has six design review items for approval, including exterior improvements, a new wall and gate, a fence, a remodel, and an addition. All items are recommended for approval by staff.

• Proposed change of DRB meeting time from 7:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. starting January 23, 2024
• 1427 West Valley Boulevard: exterior repainting and awning refurbishment for a commercial building
• 1200 East Alhambra Road: new 3-ft. masonry wall and 4-ft. wood gate at a single-family home
• 529 West Main Street: new 6-ft. iron fence and rolling gate at a commercial building
• 1815 South Stoneman Avenue: 524 SF first-floor and 432 SF second-floor addition to a Craftsman house

Library Board of Trustees

The January 9, 2024 regular meeting of the Alhambra Public Library Board of Trustees is canceled by order of the board president. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 13, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the Library Boardroom.

• Meeting canceled by order of the board president
• Next regular meeting set for February 13, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.

Youth Commission

The Alhambra Youth Commission will meet to conduct regular business. The agenda consists of procedural items and reports.

• Approval of the November 14, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The Alhambra City Council will consider adopting the Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Plan, which includes reallocating $14.4 million in Measure R funds and authorizing a $50,000 contract amendment with Alta Planning for grant support. The consent agenda includes contracts for police vehicles, alley rehabilitation, pool improvements, and other routine items. A request for Councilmember Andrade-Stadler to participate remotely due to medical reasons is also on the agenda.

• Adopt Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Plan; reallocate $14.4M Measure R funds; authorize $50,000 Alta Planning contract amendment
• Award $100,764.34 contract to National Auto Fleet Group for two police patrol vehicles
• Award $1,043,640 contract to Kalban, Inc. for 2023 Alley Rehabilitation Project (Area A/Phase I)
• Award $712,000 contract to Tom's Construction for Alhambra Park Pool Improvement Project
• Authorize RFP for economic and market analysis consulting services

Parks & Recreation Board

The regular meeting of the Alhambra Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for January 3, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for February 7, 2024.

HCDA Citizen Advisory Committee

The January 2, 2024, meeting of the Alhambra Housing and Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 6, 2024.

Planning Commission

The January 1, 2024 regular meeting of the Alhambra Planning Commission is cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Alhambra City Hall, 111 South First Street, Alhambra, CA.

• Regular meeting of January 1, 2024 cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for January 16, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
• Location: Council Chambers, Alhambra City Hall, 111 South First Street